AUGUST/SEPTEMBER SUCCRBOLVIA NEWSLE ipper's Corner Tiger Families, We are officially “Over the Hump” on this deployment and rapidly heading towards the finish line to be reunited with our families. Despite missing our loved ones very much. | can say with certainty that spirits remain high and your Tigers continue to amaze me every day with their professionalism ‘and mission execution | want to say a special thank you to our TSG for setting up the Over the Hump party back home. By all accounts, it was fa great success and we loved seeing the pictures out here. We also had the opportunity to mark the midway point with an Over the Hump party here at White Beach in Okinawa, MWR sponsored the event and it was a great success. Your Tigers took the opportunity to enjoy a variety of recreational activities and took a little too much pleasure in hitting the CMC, XO, and myself with a pie in the face! Additionally, we hhad the opportunity to hold a 4th of July BBQ for our Sailors, which was a lot of fun. At the BBQ, | had the great privilege of promoting three very deserving Tigers to the next rank as part of the Meritorious Advancement Program, so congrats to now, AMI McBumie, AO2 Ford, and AO3 Driscoll. In total, we had a remarkable 23 promotions this cycle! (Over the past two months, in addition to the operational missions we conduct out of Kadena, we've successfully detached to Singapore, Thailand, a the Philippines. We've had the honor of flying distinguished visitors such as the Secretary of Defense as well as hosting guests from Japan, Korea, India, France, Singapore, Philippines, and Thailand. ‘Also, we've set the bar with community relations projects both with our partner nations and right here on base in Kadena. I'm extremely proud of everything your Tigers have ‘accomplished so far on this deployment and I hope you feel the same! Thanks for everything you do for your Tigers, and thanks for staying strong as we wrap up this deployment on a positive note! Tiger-Tiger ‘Skipper Wood‘TIGER SUPPORT ‘Tiger Support Group Good afternoon Tiger families, We had a great turn out at the Over the Hump Party Thank you all for coming out We are putting together our homecoming committee, if you would like to be part of the committee please email Christy at vp8tsg@gmail.com. TSG is also selling tickets for the first hug and kiss Tickets can be purchased at TSG events for $1 a piece. Upcoming event: Aug. 21 - Sweet Pete's Hand Pulled Lollipops Class at 3pm, ‘This is a private event for TSG families, and you must RSVP to attend. Price is $16.50 per participant. ‘The class includes two lollipops, ice cream and a tour of Sweet Pete's We hope to see you at the upcoming event. If you subscribed to our emails and would like to receive them, please email TSG at vp8tsg@gmail.com Thank you, Marcia Hartwick TSG President Hello Tiger Family We're excited to be over this deployment’s halfway Enjoy your summer and stay busy. Our ice men and women will be home before you know it! As you all know, with summ season, so we thought we'd shai information for preparedness comes hurricane some important ‘The following emergency supply list is for those who do not have to evacuate, and should be kept readily available ahead of time. Make sure you have enough supplies to last at least three days. The Fighting Tigers aM Soret neat) Ombudsman cont. This is a basic list, but yours may include additional supplies based on each individual family; such as whether you have infants and/or small children, elderly, a family member with special needs, andjor pets. 3-day supply of non-perishable food (canned food that doesn’t require cooking, peanut butter, bread, tuna fish, ete.) Manual can opener + Paper plates, plastic cups and utensils, + Water ~ at least one gallon per person, per day for drinking and hygiene + Don't forget to fill up bathtub for flushing toilet + First Aid Kit + Recurring prescription medications filled if low + Battery operated radio with fresh batteries + Flashlights with extra batteries + Battery operated lamps + Solar powered cell phone charger or car charger (should be purchased well in advance) If Hurricane warnings are being issued ~ alwa take the advice of the weather experts and evacuate if told to do so. Leave as early as possible, and be sure to fill up your gas tank well in advance. Having cash on hand is also advisable. If you are not told to evacuate, stay tuned to a tv or radio for updates and further instructions. Stay away from windows and doors during peak of storm, and seck shelter in a bathroom or basement, in the center of the home. Do not go outside until weather experts tell you it is safe to do so. So far, it has been a very quiet hurricane season, and hopefully will r As always, if you have any questions or need assistance with resources, feel fi us. We will be happy to assist you. to call either Best regards, VP-8 Ombudsmen Debbie Rutledge and Stefanie Eason 904-463-3579 or 904-463-3578 VP-8ombudsman@yahoo.comSurcscrartrag rend to ‘TIGER SUPPORT —— Orstcer Spouse’s Club Happy Halfway Month! Iam so proud to be a part of Patrol Squadron 8, and most of all, our Tiger Family! Through this trying deployment, during one of the hottest Jacksonville summers, the responsibility of children, family, work, and all of the hectic curve balls that seems to constantly test our strength and resolve; the pulse of our Squadron remains strong. We are more than halfway through this deployment, and the support I've witnessed, the kindness and compassion I've seen in action is truly inspiring. We've welcomed many new little Tiger Cubs since we began this deployment, and the new life is a blessing to behold! Congratulations to all of the new parents out there! You've all shown amazing strength, love and commitment to cach other and to this country we all serve. Please remember that we are all in this together, and if you are feeling a need for support of any kind reach out and let someone know! If you haven't had the chance to come out and mingle at any of the Squadron events, I highly encourage you to do so! In my opinion, the TSG has done an amazing job of creating a beautiful sense of community that is welcoming for everyone! If you need a friendly face to be there for you, so you're not walking in on your own, reach out to us! Any of us would be happy to be that person for you! Let’s stay positive and uplifted during this final stretch of deployment, Let's have a blast preparing for our loved ones to arrive home in less than 3 months. See you soon! Tiger, Tiger! Amber Ingram VP-8 OSG PresidentSirosanis rant Patrol Squadron 8 VP-8 Events Sept./Oct. - Homecoming Oct. 28 - Haunted Hangar Nov. 23 - Turkey Burn Dec. 10 - Tiger Cub Holiday Party Dec. 15 - Tiger Holiday Party NAS JAX Events ***Visit the NAS Jacksonville MWR Facebook page for additional details*** Jul. 29 - Summer Slam @ 11AM Aug. 16 - The Sesame Street / USO Experience @ 2:30PM JAX Air News Follow “Fighting Tiger” media releases via the NAS Jacksonville newspaper at the following link: http://jaxairnews,jacksonville.com/ Facebook Facebook allows the squadron to ask questions, share thoughts, and support each other as a family. Please follow us on Facebook to view photos, stories, and current events. FE ten son racctookae _httpss/jwwwfacebookcom/pages/PatrolSquadron-EIGHT-VP-8/335177721864AAT Ant it} ALM ayt‘The Fighting Tigers FLEET & FAMILY SUPPORT _ rmispainns ‘The Fleet and Family Support Center isa valuable resource forall Navy families. They offera muttitude of counseling opportunities and workshops. Please review their upcoming events listed below, and be sure to “Like” their Facebook page to stay up to date. (wwwacebookcom/NASJAXFESC). Call (904) 542-5745 to register for the listed workshops! Money, Debt, & Credit Management Couples Communication alll (904) 542-5745 to register Available upon request, 2hour workshop Power 2 Change Women's Support Group Active Parenting of Teens Meets every Wednesday from 9:30am -Llam_ Call (904) 542-5745 to register Expectant Families Call (904) 542-5745 to register PATROL SQUADRON EIGHT Stefanie Eason 19081 463-3597, peered StU REEN. Kadena Air Base, Japan - vnBombutsman@yahoo. —eeeae Tiger Support Group (756). uty Office: ‘Marcia Hartwick (President) (011-81-98-961-6573 Malling Address: ‘Rate/Rank Last, First (000) 444-5445 vp-8 1900 542-2766 : NavalHospital JAK Avot — (904)542-4677 ok en ‘American Red Cross (8711 212-7331, FPOAR 34081 ‘HAS JAK Chapel 190%) 542-3051 Legal Assistance 19041 542-2565 Poison Information Center (800) 222-1222