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By Janell J. Lewis Ford to be inspiration to those in need

NTC/Fort Irwin Garrison Public Affairs DeS Tips
FORT IRWIN, Calif. — Fort Irwin’s
Red Ribbon Week campaign ran from From Lt. Col. Rah-
Oct. 23 – 31 with a theme of, “Be Happy, saan Jackson
Be Brave, Be Drug Free.”

The on-post schools participated, as Director, Directorate
well as the Middle School Teen Center of emergency services
and the main Post Exchange. Youth and
adults had the chance to talk to the post Voter enthusiasm
Army Substance Abuse Program team this election cycle is
(ASAP) about drug prevention and receive
a free goodie bag, along with anti-drug more spirited than
information. normal, and the fol-
“We hope that when kids bring home lowing tips are de-
their items from school, that it may create signed to help keep
a conversation about drug abuse within you safe:
the home,” said Monroe Ili, Employee 1. Remain aware of your surroundings.
Assistance Program Coordinator for the
Army Substance Abuse Program. “Drug 2. Try to park in areas that are easy to get in, and easy
prevention and education begins in the to get out of.
home.” 3. Report signs of radicalized behavior to the local

The ASAP team encourages the com- police station. By Casey Slusser
munity to come together to educate sol- 4. Don’t discuss politics…Ignore hecklers and agitators. Fort Irwin Garrison Public Affairs

diers, families and youth on the dangers Casey Slusser, Fort Irwin Garrison Public Affairs FORT IRWIN, Calif. — In support of the Vice Chief of Staff of the Army’s, “A Life Worth

and effects of drug use and to promote a The Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP) team hands out complimentary 5. Avoid unruly crowds… o not try to drive through them. Living Campaign,” the National Training Center and Fort Irwin welcomed Sgt. 1st Class (ret.)

drug-free environment. items and information on drug use prevention at the PX on Oct. 27. Dana Bowman for two days of keynote speaking engagements at the Center Chapel on Oct.
13 and 14. This event was also livestreamed on Facebook.com/NTCFortIrwin, reaching more

Gentle care for tender feet than 3,000 viewers.

“There a lot of tragedies, accidents and diseases out there,” Bowman said. “If we have one
type of a testimony that can help someone overcome a situation or a tragedy, we should share it.”
Bowman served as a Special Forces soldier and member of the Army’s elite parachute team,
Crismali Foot & Ankle The Golden Knights. In 1994, a mid-air collision during a practice jump cost him both of his

legs and took the life of his partner, Sgt. Jose Aguillon. His determination in the Army resulted
in his making history by becoming the first double amputee to re-enlist. Bowman retired from

“your feet don’t have to hurt” Finger lickin’ good: MwR hosts the United States Army in 1996.
CRISMALI “I want people to look at me and say, if he can do it, I can do It,” Bowman said. “I want to
Foot & Ankle Heel Pain • Ingrown Toenails • Hammer Toes Bunions • Ankle Pain Front yard BBQ competition be an inspiration to someone who needs it.”
Ask us about Custom Arch Supports! Bowman has earned worldwide recognition as a motivational speaker and skydive demon-
THANK YOU FOR VOTING US strator. His motivational presentations focus on overcoming adversity, mastering change, and
nTC/Fort irwin Garrison Public affairs

reaching your dreams. His motto is, ‘It’s not the disability, it’s the ability...Never Quit!’
18151 Bear Valley Rd., Victorville Two people have walked away with the prizes from the “There’s so many people looking for hope, hope for despondent, courage to the timid, and

(Across From Victor Valley College) 2019 - 1st Place Front Yard Barbecue competition, hosted by the Family strength to the weak,” Bowman said. “Not giving up is tenacity, it’s the Army way.”
Bowman said that it makes him proud to be able to help people, saying there are a lot of
(760) 948-7400 • www.crismalifootandankle.com and MWR in Fort Irwin. tragedies, accidents, and diseases and if there’s a testimony that can help them overcome situa-
On Oct. 6, participants set up their grills on their
front lawns and prepared several dishes for judges to tion or a tragedy, it should be shared.
taste and rate. “I am a soldier, Bowman said, “I continue to jump out of planes, and I became a pilot after
Seven people competed and David Blake took first

Now oFFeriNg lASer place after cooking up ribs and pork belly. Second place I lost both of my legs. I live a life worth living.”
Vice Chief of Staff of the Army, Gen. Joseph Martin’s “A Life Worth Living Campaign”

State-of-the-Art FDA approved laser for fungus nails went to Sam Resinger who made pulled pork and smoked focuses on mental health and suicide prevention.
“What’s most important to me is developing relationships at the squad level, maintaining

Have Beautiful Feet Again HolIdAy SPeCIAl cole slaw. The winners received AAFES gift cards. contact—That gives us the

Start the New year with ability to understand our
‘BeACH-ReAdy’ feet! soldiers,” Martin said during
episode 1 of “Hot Topics &

Coffee with the Vice,” posted
What is Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy? $75 oFF to social media on Oct. 5,
FDA Approved • Advanced Pulse Activated Therapy 2020.
All Natural Relief from Heel Pain • No Shots! No Pills! No Time Off! laser Package The National Suicide
Get back to your active lifestyle FAST! Prevention Lifeline is opera-
Good through december 31, 2020 tional 24/7 at 800-273-8255,
Se Habla Español Care Credit as is the Veterans Crisis Line
at (800) 273-8255, press 1.
Nick Crismali, DPM, FACFAS Board Certified • Over 20 Years of Experience • Extended Hours Both can also be reached via
text at 838255.

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