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Courage of all sizes at Relay By MELANIE HAMMONS
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Beautiful blue skies and sunshine greeted Oak Harbor’s 2011 Relay for Life, held this past Friday and Saturday, June 3 - 4, at North Whidbey Middle School. Yet even the lovely weather was not the most notable feature of the cancer fundraiser, according to one organizer. “We have 1,350 registered participants so far,” said event chairperson April Wilder.
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Tuesday is Flag Day Celebrate Old Glory By K ATHY REED
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t’s not an official federal holiday, but Tuesday does mark an important day in our nation’s history. It is Flag Day, which commemorates the day the flag of the United States was adopted by resolution of the second Continental Congress, in 1777. “Flag Day is a day for the commissioning of a new flag and the ceremonial disposal of flags that have been certified unusable,” said Lenord Little, commander of American Legion Post 129 in Oak Harbor. There are observances held in honor of Flag Day, which vary from state to state and city to city. Fairfield, Wash., near Spokane is home to the nation’s oldest
continuing Flag Day parade, which celebrated its centennial last year. The city will hold its 101st grand parade Saturday. Here in Oak Harbor, the Lions Club will place flags along city streets in honor of the day. (The Lions) put up all the street-lining flags for all the major or legal holidays,” said Little. “They’ve been doing a wonderful job over the years.” Saturday, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Whitehead-Muzzall Post 7392 in Oak Harbor will hold a U.S. Flag Retirement Ceremony, a proper and formal way to dispose of the stars and stripes, and one that is conducted periodically by different organizations. “Since the actual Flag Day is on a weekday this year, we decided to do it on the 11th,” said VFW Post Commander Pete Sill. “This is the second time we will have done the ceremony.” Sill estimates the VFW has close to 50 3-by-5-foot flags and four 20-by-60-foot flags that will be retired at Saturday’s ceremony. “We treat a flag’s retirement very much
like we treat a veteran who is retiring,” said Little, who said the American Legion collects about 200 worn flags every year. “If it’s an appropriate flag, and by that I mean one that’s not plastic, it’s supposed to be flown honorably, taken down, folded up appropriately, and taken to the Boy Scouts or nearest veterans organization for disposal.” “We accept worn and unusable flags all the time,” agreed Sill. “If we cannot retire them properly, then we arrange to send them to another Post for retirement.” Because of air quality concerns, plastic, polyester or nylon flags shouldn’t be burned, said Little. While he’s not aware of any special rules for disposing of plastic flags, he said all flags should be treated with respect. Little said local mortuaries will sometimes place polyester or nylon flags in need of disposal alongside the coffins of veterans who are being cremated, giving the flags an honorable destruction by fire.
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THIS EDITION Oak Harbor Area Council of the Navy League ....pg. 2 NASWI holds two changes of command...............pg. 3 SAR chopper drops in on local school ...........pg. 5 Remembering the Battle of Midway ..................pg. 8
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NAVY LEAGUE Project manager Larry Cort discusses the Pioneer Way construction project Tuesday during the June meeting of the Oak Harbor Area Council of the Navy League, which met at the Officer’s Club on Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. KATHY REED/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND
Pioneer Way construction could end ahead of schedule By K ATHY REED
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The project manager for the Pioneer Way construction project in downtown Oak Harbor is confident that not only will the project be finished on time, it will be finished ahead of schedule. Larry Cort shared his optimistic projection Tuesday at the regular meeting of the Oak Harbor Area Council of the Navy League, which met at the Officer’s Club on Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. “Even though Sept. 2 is the contracted completion date, I feel confident that date will not only be met, but that we’ll be ahead of schedule,” Cort told a full house. Cort couldn’t be sure how early the project could see its end, but speculated that it could be as early as two weeks. Since construction got underway March 9, Cort said the first phase of the project, from City Beach Street to Dock Street is
“What is taking the major time and money on this project is what’s happening underground. ” – Larry Cort nearly finished and phase two, from Dock Street to Midway Boulevard is well in hand. Although the initial four inches of fresh asphalt was put in place last week and is a big step toward the project’s completion, much of the work going on is taking place out of sight. “What is taking the major time and money on this project is what’s happening underground,” said Cort, explaining that sewer, water and storm drain systems are being updated, and crews are installing the conduit which will house electrical and communication lines for Puget Sound Energy, Comcast and Frontier
Other business In other Navy League business Chaplain Roy Sherwood gave the invocation and president Tom Tack led members in the pledge. Connie Leonhardi reported there are 11 new Navy League members so far this year. Cryptologic Technician (Technical Branch) Noah McHugh, VAQ 131, gave the intelligence briefing, which focused on China’s new carrier. China bought the former Soviet carrier “Varyag” 13 years ago and is expected to begin sea trials as early as this summer.
Communications, among others. “It’s an enormously complicated process to go from above ground to underground,” Cort said. “As many as 18 separate conduits will go into the trench.” Cort said once the main line is in, then connections can be made to individual businesses. One of the last parts of the project will be removing the wires and poles throughout the downtown area as the switch is made to the underground conduit. As with any construction project, Cort said crews have run into a couple of surprises. He said they counted on finding three underground storage tanks in the course of construction, but said crews have found seven. He also said every project usually finds a giant rock, and this one was no exception. A rock the size of a large SUV was found underground in front of the YMCA/USO building. When asked whether he’s received any negative
feedback from merchants or citizens, Cort said the debate over one-way or two-way traffic was before his time with the project, and said most people just wanted something to be done. “The majority of owners I’ve talked to supported something happening there,” he said. “And I’ve heard nothing but good things regarding the quality and pace of the contractor.” Cort praised city leaders for setting up offices downtown where merchants could easily bring questions and concerns before project managers. A weekly update is held each Tuesday morning from 9 to 10 a.m. at the information and construction office near the Casual House. And he also said local drivers are quick learners — after just a few days with asphalt down, they had already adjusted to the new “pull-in” style parking. “The learning curve has been short,” he said.
McHugh said the Pentagon believes the “Shi Lang” is to be a training vessel. Because of its moderate size and the age of the equipment believed to be on board, it poses very little threat. The dispute over the Spratly Islands in the South China Sea was also mentioned. According to McHugh, China, Malaysia, Vietnam and the Philippines have all made various claims on the islands. The local Council will stand down during July and August. The next meeting of the Navy League will be Tuesday, Sept. 6.
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Name: K.C. Pohtilla From: Boise, Idaho Occupation: Photographer, Oak Harbor Area Council of the Navy League Family: Married to Skip Pohtilla since 1977; they have four children: Kelli Pearcy; Michael Pohtilla; Morgan Mann; and William Pohtilla. They also have three grandchildren: Sydney and Joshua Pearcy and K.C. Pohtilla Parker Mann. First came to Oak Harbor: In 1967 with her mother, Eve, who was a nurse at Oak Harbor Naval Hospital, first on the Seaplane Base and later at Ault Field. Career: Pohtilla has had a long, multi-faceted career. She’s been a professional Scuba diver and instructor; a life guard; a water survival instructor to U.S. Marines; an assistant manager and international buyer for a retail gift shop; and has worked for a bank in Tokyo, Japan. She has guided tours in Japan and owned her own travel agency. She has been an agent for members of the U.S. Ski Team and the U.S. Disabled Ski Team, and has donated countless hours to the USO and other Navy-related activities. Hobbies: She has traveled the world, on her own and with her family, taking photographs along the way. While in Italy with her family, Pohtilla learned to fly paragliders. In 1993, she learned to fly gliders with the British Royal Air Force, receiving a glider pilot’s license and a set of RAF glider pilot wings. Pohtilla has visited many parts of the world, always with a camera in hand. Is she ever without it? “Yeah, when I’m asleep,” she said. Awards and honors: Former NASWI Commanding Officer, Capt. Gerral David, presented Pohtilla with the Meritorious Public Service Medal on behalf of the Secretary of the Navy at the 2010 Fourth of July parade. She has also received the Friend of the Navy award from Navy Region Northwest; several Navy League awards; and the Acorn Award from the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce. She has also been made an honorary sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps. Public service: Pohtilla is a member of several civic organizations in addition to the Navy League, such as the city of Oak Harbor Parks Board; the Harborside Merchants Association; Harbor Pride; the Fidalgo Avenue Merchants Association; and the Irish Wildlife Society, to name some. She has served as the volunteer coordinator for the Community Harvest Celebration for the last several years and is the creator of Driftwood Day in Oak Harbor. Proudest achievement: Pohtilla said she is most proud of her four children and three grandchildren. A close second is her Meritorious Public Service medal. “I didn’t know it was real,” she said, and said she still doesn’t know if she can believe it really happened. Favorite part of your job: “The people and the fly-ins,” she said. “The faces — they’re so happy. You just can’t get enough of seeing the faces of fathers and mothers coming home and seeing their families.”
Collier takes helm of NOSC
CNATTU welcomes new skipper Latosky turns the reins over to Cmdr. Charles Murphy By DENNIS CONNOLLY
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What Cmdr. David Latosky said he really enjoyed is working with his shipmates. He was looking out at the Navy and Marine Corps men and women at the change of command ceremony for the Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit last Friday. The ceremony was held at the Skywarrior Theater on Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. More than 400 had come to see Cmdr. Latosky turn his command over to Cmdr. Charles Murphy. Latosky spoke with pride about the men and women he knew during his three years at CNATTU. “I was surrounded by professionals,” Latosky said “truly professional people that really made my time here as the commanding officer of CNATTU Whidbey Island very special.” As commands go, Latosky said CNATTU is a little different. “We don’t have aircraft to fly or ships to sail,” he said. “We are in the training business and the products of our labor are sailors and Marines, technicians and operators; aircrew — men and women who will show up at squadrons maintaining those aircraft and putting them in the air. Quite simply that is what my command is charged with, turning those young Americans into professionals.” As commanders go, Latosky may be a little different as well. He spent 10 years as an enlisted man and achieved the rank of Anti-Submarine Warfare Chief Petty Officer prior to his selection as a Limited duty officer and commissioned as an Ensign in October 1991. He relates to both enlisted and officers, like many Mustangs, because he’s done both their jobs. Latosky said CNATTU trains today’s aviation professionals for tomorrow’s missions. He also said he measures this training organization against any in the nation with certainty that this is the finest center for naval aviation technical training in the
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Cmdr. David Latosky, left, and Cmdr. Charles Murphy stand during the formal reading of orders, as Latosky turns over command of the Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit June 3. DENNIS CONNOLLY/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND land. “Hooyah!” Cmdr. Latosky said to the crowd. “Hooyah!” the crowd responded immediately and loudly. He repeated the phrase a couple of times more during his speech and the response was as immediate, and as loud, every time. His relief, Cmdr. Charles Murphy, said it was fitting to have the change of command ceremony on June 3, when organizations across the country celebrated the Battle of Midway, which was conducted from June 4-7, 1942, and is widely regarded as the most important naval battle of the Pacific Campaign of World War II. Then Murphy related an incident where he had big shoes to fill. Last August he attended the Prowler award ceremony for Skipper Latosky. As he was leaving work through the main doors, his right shoe blew out and the sole separated from the rest of the shoe. With a shoe that sounded a like flip-flop, the prospect of walking through a quiet hangar in front of formations, commanders and civilians was daunting, especially with minutes to go before the ceremony. Murphy said he thought perhaps Skipper Latosky had an extra pair of dress white shoes in his office. He did. They were too big, but at least Murphy had dress shoes that didn’t sound like flip-flops. “So I can tell you right now that if you have expectations, I can fill Dave’s shoes as the new CO, I can now literally say that won’t happen,” Murphy said. “However figuratively, yes.” The commanders proceeded to read their orders and officially changed command. HooYah.
A change of command ceremony for the Navy Operational Support Center (NOSC) took place Friday, June 3, at the Officer’s Club on Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. The mission of NOSC is to augment Navy forces, providing operational and wartime crisis support with trained Navy men and women who are, as a plaque in front of the building says, “Ready to serve, now, anytime, anywhere.” Cmdr. Johnny Miller, formerly an Oak Harbor Wildcat and Western Washington University graduate, passed his command over to Cmdr. Brian S. Collier, a native of Philadelphia, and whose extensive blue-water experience — from amphibious boats, to frigates and destroyers to LHA-1’s — should serve him well. The job for Miller, and now Collier, is the training and administration of reserve component Navy personnel assigned to various units in the Pacific Northwest. Currently they have about 800 personnel, both full-time staff and reservists, divided among 13 units in 10 different locations, from Whidbey Island to Yakima. “Each unit does something different in support
of our great military,” said Miller. “They do this for little money, always knowing they might be called to serve full time at moment’s notice.” Miller said the unit has been in place since the 1920, first on Lake Washington in Seattle and then on Whidbey, transitioning to NAS Whidbey in 1970. It moved to its current location in 1989 and took the name of Navy Operational Support Center in October, 2006. NOSC reports to the Navy Region Northwest Reserve Component Command in Everett, Wash. In the last 47 months, Miller said the staff shrank by 67 percent; two out of three sailors went away, but the work load didn’t. “Most importantly, during this four-year period, my staff mobilized, primarily to a war zone, and usually for a year or more, over 210 individual sailors
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NAS Whidbey lucky to have good theater I don’t know how it is in your family, but my family loves to go to the movies. Maybe it was because we didn’t get to do it very often when I was growing up in the middle of Minnesota farmland, or maybe it’s just the whole “escape from reality” thing that has me hooked. Anyway, I love going to the theater. It’s the whole experience I love — the big screen, the darkness around you that sort of closes off the rest of the world, the audience sharing the same KATHY adventure. From my very first film, which was “The Jungle REED Book” at the local drive-in with my parents’ station wagon, I’ve been hooked by the big screen. I have to admit, I’ve gotten a little spoiled by the Skywarrior Theater at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. At first, it was just having access to first-run movies at a great price that lured me in. Well, maybe that and the popcorn. But having recently gone off-island to take in a couple of shows, I realize how fortunate we are to have the Skywarrior. With its recent renovations complete (I wanted to do a story about it, but was turned down), the theater now boasts more than 600 comfortable seats, digital sound and picture and 3-D projection capabilities. In fact, it’s the Navy’s first digital projection system anywhere. The only thing off-island theaters have that the Skywarrior doesn’t is stadium seating, but having grown up without it, it really doesn’t matter to me. If you haven’t been there in a while, check it out. Movies are shown every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. And the popcorn, by the way, is delicious! -Kathy Reed, editor
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“Not yet, but he’s been on shore duty since our daughter was born.”
Has being part of the military created challenges raising a family?
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NIKKI THOMPSON Former wife of Chief Adam Thompson
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Students get visit from SAR chopper Search and Rescue team teaches valuable lessons By K ATHY REED
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Students at Crescent Harbor Elementary School near Oak Harbor got an up close and personal look at a Search and Rescue helicopter from Naval Air Station Whidbey Island last week. Members of the NASWI SAR team landed their chopper June 1 as the children were lining up to go into the school, so most of the youngsters had a chance to see it land. Later on, each class got 15 minutes to go out and see the helicopter and talk with crew members. “The kids love this,” said Kate Schreck, Crescent Harbor Elementary’s principal. “This is the second year in a row we’ve managed to do this. “What’s nice is that because our building has so many kids with families in the Navy and they come and go so much, we had a lot of kids that didn’t get
to experience this last year because they weren’t in the building,” she said. Once on the ground the crew ran students through three different stations. The physical fitness/motivation station gave students a firsthand look at different types of workouts the crew uses to stay fit for the job. At the rescue gear station, the different types of gear were explained, including the hoist, rescue basket and backboard/ litter. The last station offered a chance for students to ask questions about working with search and rescue helicopters. “The crew provides such great role models for the kids,” Schreck said. “The teachers told me later how crew members encouraged the children to work hard in school, because they can’t do a job like that without an education.” But the crew gets something out of these visits as well.
“The teachers told me later how crew members encouraged the children to work hard in school because they can’t do a job like that without an education.” – Principal Kate Schreck “Visiting the schools keeps my life perspective positive as I’m able to see so many students who are excited about the simple things in life,” said Lt. Brandon Sheets, a pilot. “We try to make the most of these opportunities to encourage kids who might need a self-esteem boost.” Schreck said that while many of the students at Crescent Harbor Elementary School know a lot about the Navy, an experience like the one last week is still new. “They don’t get a lot of up close contact with the aircraft,” she said. “It gives them a different perspective than what they normally see when they go on the base.”
A Search and Rescue helicopter from Naval Air Station Whidbey Island lands on the grounds of Crescent Harbor Elementary School near Oak Harbor June 1. PHOTO COURTESY OF KATE SCHRECK
Students from Crescent Harbor Elementary School do calisthenics with the SAR crew from NAS Whidbey Island.
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Cmdr. Johnny Miller, right, outgoing commander of NOSC, shakes hands with the new NOSC leader, Cmdr. Brian S. Collier, left, as Capt. Gary Hetzel, Navy Region Northwest Reserve Component Commander looks on.
NOSC | FROM PAGE 3 from NOSC — 38 of those were our own staff members,” he said. Miller thanked many people including Rear Adm. Douglas Asbjornsen and Capt. Gary Hetzel, currently the Navy Region Northwest Reserve Component commander responsible for administrative oversight of 11 Navy Operation Support Centers in six states. He also thanked his staff. “To my staff, the men and women of NOSC Whidbey, keep up the good work. You have this NOSC looking mighty good,” he said. “Our nation is proud of you, our Navy is proud of you and I am proud of you.” To his replacement, Cmdr. Collier, he said through his many accomplishments he’s proven he is highly qualified, highly capable and has earned the title of “Skipper.” He then read his orders to report to Norfolk, Va.,
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and cousins; his wife, her mother, his son-in-law and the Navy. He thanked them for their love, support and examples he followed. “I have had the honor of serving with countless professional and personal lessons. I’ve have had subordinates that have humbled me with their hard work, and I have had leaders that
have made me better by demanding my best and making me a professional,” said Collier. He then said he was honored to be given the responsibility of command, and said he will do all he can to serve the sailors of NOSC Whidbey Island, the United States Navy and this nation.
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(Left) Elayna Charboneau, 2, gets a ride around the track with her parents, Nathan and Wendy, June 3 during the opening Survivor lap of the 2011 Relay for Life in Oak Harbor. (Above) Organizer April Wilder, far right, sings the National Anthem while the NAS Whidbey Island Color Guard presents the colors at the opening ceremony of the Relay for Life June 3. (Right) Cancer survivor Kathy Merrill, who works at Naval Hospital Oak Harbor, is dressed to celebrate at last weekend’s 2011 Relay for Life. KATHY REED/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND
RELAY | FROM PAGE 1 “There may well be many more than that, by the time the event ends, at 2 p.m. tomorrow (Saturday). She called the turnout “impressive.” Wilder was also very grateful for the pleasant temperatures. “I have to say, this is probably the most beautiful weather we’ve had in at least three years,” she said. “Nice weather certainly can’t hurt us.” The track at Oak Harbor Middle School bustled with enthusiastic participants of all ages. People walked, jogged, and pushed wheelchairs
and strollers. Some came to show their support for those going through cancer treatment. Others came to commemorate those who have lost their lives to the disease. One of the youngest event participants actually stood head and shoulders above the rest. Little Elayna Charboneau, 2, took turns balancing on the shoulders of her mother and father as they made several laps around the track. Elayna has fought a rare form of cancer called adrenocortical carcinoma. Her parents, hospital corpsmen Wendy and Nathan Charboneau, are
stationed at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. Between laps, Nathan talked about his daughter’s diagnosis and treatment process. “This disease can tear families apart,” he said. “I’m thankful to say that it seems to have made our family stronger.” The Charboneaus have five other children. “We’re walking today for Elayna and the others. We want to express our gratitude for the care shown her, and support for all cancer survivors and their families,” he said. Elayna had surgery to remove the cancerous tumor when she was little more than a year old.
Nathan described her experience at that young age. “Just like now, she was a real trooper,” he said. “That very night, following the surgery, she was trying to move around – even with three IV’s in her body. It couldn’t keep her down.” This is the first year the Charboneaus have participated in Relay for Life. They did so at the invitation of their friend, Heather Buenaventura, who is employed at Naval Hospital Oak Harbor. Other participants have been marching in the event for years now. One of them is Kathy Merrill, also employed at NHOH, where she processes medi-
cal evaluations and limited duty applications. “I’ve been involved with Relay for Life about 16 years now,” said Merrill. “I just feel like I’ve benefited so much from the research and medical advances supported by this fundraiser.” Merrill said both she and her husband are cancer survivors. In her job, she sees many who are affected by the disease as well. For Merrill, one of the most encouraging aspects of Relay for Life is the camaraderie and spirit of friendship the event fosters. “In addition to the research and funding, it also provides a network for people,” she said. “They
have a venue in which to share stories of their recovery process, which helps encourage others who are starting treatment for the first time.” Camaraderie and a festive spirit were definitely on full display among Merrill’s team. Beach accessories decorated their tent site, and the team members were outfitted in Hawaiian dress including leis and grass skirts. Merrill described one of their reasons for choosing that particular theme. “We’re supporting a worthwhile cause, and having fun while we do it,” she said. “What could be better than an all-night party that also helps people?”
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The Navy’s top brass has reaffirmed that Naval Air Station Whidbey Island is still in line to receive four squadrons of the new P-8A Poseidon aircraft, according to statement released Saturday from U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen’s office. Larsen, a Second District Democrat and a member of the House Armed Services Committee, said he recently met with Admiral Gary Roughead, chief of Naval Operations, for breakfast at the admiral’s home in Washington, D.C. “During our breakfast, I impressed upon Admiral Roughead the importance of the Navy in Washington, particularly at Naval Station Everett and Naval Air Station Whidbey Island,” Larsen said in the release. He also “strongly reaffirmed” the need to follow the P-8A record of decision for NAS Whidbey Island, a document that outlines the replacement of P-3 Orion subhunters with the new P-8A Poseidon aircraft at existing maritime patrol home bases.
Earlier this year, the Navy announced that Jacksonville, Fla. and Kaneohe, Hawaii would be the first two homes of the new P8-A squadrons. The news led many to worry that this was just a first step in a move that would permanently cut NAS Whidbey Island out of the plan. The four P-3 squadrons currently located at the airbase represent roughly 2,600 jobs. According to base spokeswoman Kimberly Martin, their payroll is believed to pump about $87 million into the island’s economy every year. Each Poseidon squadron typically consists of eight aircraft. Although a Navy Office of Information spokesman at the Pentagon recently confirmed a study is under way to determine whether to permanently staff just two bases with Poseidons rather than three, Larsen said Roughead reiterated during their breakfast that the Navy’s longrange plans have not changed. It still intends to send four P-8A squadrons to NAS Whidbey Island starting in 2017. “He stated that the record of decision continues to stand and I reiterated that NAS Whidbey Island is an ideal location to be a home for the P-8A,” the release said.
NWCA move may be blessing in disguise Navy Wives gather to say goodbye to Building 49 and honor one of their own By K ATHY REED
Whidbey Crosswind
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embers of the Navy Wives Club of America gathered for a dual purpose Saturday on the Seaplane Base of Naval Air Station Whidbey Island.
End of an era The first reason for the gathering was to say goodbye to the end of an era. For nearly 30 years, the group’s meeting room was at the top of a narrow flight of stairs in Building 49. Not only were group meetings held there, the room was used for other club functions such as a regular scrapbooking location, and as a workroom when the club would put together its annual Christmas and Thanksgiving baskets for enlisted Navy families. Because it holds no historical significance, Building 49 is scheduled for demolition sometime next year, according to Navy Public Affairs Officer Kimberly Martin. That means members of the Navy Wives Club are out of a permanent home. The group now meets in the Red Cross room in Building 22. “The room is fine, but it’s not ours,” said NWCA Whidbey Island 150 president Betty Glein. “We can’t hang our plaques or display our trophies or all the other things we’ve collected over the last 50 years.” “They’ve given us a storage room so we can put our history books and
other things in there,” said the group’s vice president, Barbara Mann. “But it’s not the same, because it’s a Red Cross room. It doesn’t feel like home.” While it may be hard to say goodbye to the group’s longtime home, others see it as an opportunity for growth. “It’s an old building, and I know it was difficult for some members to get up the stairs,” acknowledged Cristal Wilkerson, NWCA Northwest Regional president. “But now, by getting a more modern, accessible meeting room, they’ll get more exposure with Fleet and Family and with the ombudsmen,” she continued. “So maybe it’s a blessing in disguise.”
Surprise While the official reason for Saturday’s gathering was to say goodbye to the building, the local group had an ulterior motive — to bestow life member status upon Glein, who has been a part of Navy Wives since 1974. “She just knows about the farewell ceremony,” said group chaplain Jean Wieman. “She has no idea what we’ve schemed.” Glein was clearly stunned as group members presented her with the lifetime member certificate, and broke down in tears as the more than 30 people in attendance, including members from other NWCA groups, family members and friends, applauded. “This is the first time I’ve ever seen Betty speechless,” quipped group
Barbara Mann, left, and Lenore Voit pose Saturday in front of Building 49 on the Seaplane Base at NAS Whidbey Island. The building was the longtime home of the Navy Wives Club of America. KATHY REED/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND treasurer Debbie Garcia. “Can you do this without my approval?” Glein joked. “It’s a very special honor being made a life member,” explained Wilkerson. “It’s usually based on what a member has done locally for the club and for their years of service.” Being made a life member means Glein’s name will go on the national NWCA rolls forever. Perks of being a life member include not having to pay annual dues ever again — the local club covers those from now on. In addition to a certificate, Glein will receive a special pin, which is an honor in the organization. “Our pins mean something to us,” said Wilkerson. Local members had only words of praise for Glein and what she’s done for the organization. “She loves Navy Wives heart and soul,” said Diana Hamilton, a member of NWCA since 1978. “She’s been a mentor to me and she’s everything you could ask for in a friend.” “If anybody believes in
“She loves Navy Wives heart and soul. She’s been a mentor to me and she’s everything you could ask for in a friend.” – Diana Hamilton a cause and what Navy Wives is all about, it’s her,” agreed another longtime member, Mary Mahoney. “She means so much to everybody,” said Mann. “She’s put her heart and soul into this club.” A member since 1995, Lenore Voit said Glein has always been there to offer support and encouragement to the group. “She really believes in the ideals of the organization and helping our military families,” Voit said. For her part, Glein said she was overwhelmed, and said it meant so much to her because it made her feel she’d earned her fellow members’ respect. “I’ve been president many times, but it never
(Top) NWCA vice president Barbara Mann, left, surprises president Betty Glein with a certificate naming her a life member of the organization. (Above) NWCA members chat with family and friends gathered for a farewell ceremony to Building 49 Saturday. (Right) Betty Glein gets emotional as she looks at her NWCA life member certificate. KATHY REED/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND
was a power thing,” said Glein. “I just wanted my friends to respect me.” Saying the organization has kept her going both emotionally and physically many times over the years, Glein still worries about the future of the Navy Wives Club. “I just want to see our organization grow,” she said. “We need growth.”
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NASWI remembers the Battle of Midway Local survivor of the battle recalls details of the fight By K ATHY REED
Whidbey Crosswind
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he Battle of Midway has long been regarded as one of the most decisive victories in U.S. naval history and Oak Harbor is proud to count one of its survivors among its citizens. Retired Navy commander Harry Ferrier was the guest of honor at a special commemoration of the Battle of Midway last week at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. Beautiful blue skies were reflected in the water as approximately 100 active duty Navy personnel, community members and special guests gathered at the Crescent Harbor Adventures boat dock on
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the Seaplane Base Friday morning. An opening invocation, NAS Whidbey Island Color Guard and a performance of the National Anthem by Musician Second Class Stephanie Brainard, set the stage for opening remarks by NASWI commanding officer, Capt. Jay Johnston, who reiterated the importance the Battle of Midway played in World War II. “The real story of Midway, however, is not one of aircraft, ships, grand strategy or geopolitics, it is a story of people,” Johnston said. “From Admiral to Seaman, Midway Island was won by the courage, the skill and the innovation of the American fighter. “Sailors and Marines, outgunned, outmanned and mostly untested in
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Johnston cited examples of the Navy pilots, code breakers, Sailors and Marines who pulled together during the battle to ultimately win the fight against the Japanese aerial attack, which came so close on the heels of Pearl Harbor. “While we pray that never again will we have to fight a battle on the scale of Midway, the work of today’s Navy is no less significant,” Johnston said. “Our actions at home and abroad, in peace and war, are a decisive global force for good.” With a note to take time to remember and thank the service of our WWII veterans, Johnston introduced special guest Harry Ferrier, who enlisted in the Navy in 1941. Just 16 at the time, Ferrier’s mother helped him get in. Following boot camp and aviation radio school, he volunteered for Torpedo Squadron 8, forming as part of the air group for the USS Hornet, a new carrier. The squadron was the first to receive the new Grumman TBF-1 aircraft, or the “Avenger.” Ferrier, who had stayed behind to train on the new aircraft, arrived in Pearl Harbor the day after the USS Hornet left for the Pacific. His detachment prepared the six new planes and flew them to Midway Atoll to reinforce the Marines there. Radioman Ferrier, along
(Top) Active duty and retired sailors salute as a wreath laid to commemorate the World War II Battle of Midway floats in the water off the boat dock at NAS Whidbey Island Seaplane Base. (Above) Midway survivor Harry Ferrier sticks his finger through a bullet hole in the hat he was wearing in the battle. KATHY REED/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND
with pilot Ensign Albert Earnest and turret gunner Jay Manning, was with Torpedo Squadron 8 when it joined the aerial battle near the Midway Atoll on June 4, 1942. Despite heavy losses on the American
side, the Navy fliers managed to sink four Japanese carriers. He described part of the battle. “Out of 51 torpedo planes, only seven returned
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Musician Third Class, Petty Officer Derek Brainard, plays “Taps” at the end of a ceremony commemorating the Battle of Midway June 3 at NAS Whidbey Island. KATHY REED/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND
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Honoring Battle of Midway, Gold Star Families, USS Constitution Gets Underway
“I got hit — which this 70-year-old baseball cap shows — which knocked me out for a short time.”
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– Harry Ferrier
Junior Sailor of the Year, MA2 Cody Abernathy, left, and Midway survivor Harry Ferrier carry a wreath to lay in the water at a ceremony June 3 commemorating the Battle of Midway. KATHY REED/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND
cannon shell hits, Ferrier said. While he was lucky to survive, Ferrier said he always thought about the men who went into the battle and gave their lives. “I’m pleased to be here and call our interests to the sacrifices made on our side of the battle,” he said. “But it made such a difference in the later years of World War II.” Ferrier, along with Capt. Johnston, Cmd. Master Chief Darin Hand, junior Sailor of the Year Masterat-Arms Second Class Cody Abernathy and former Navy gunnery officer
Harvey Lasell then laid a wreath in the water. Following a performance of “Taps,” the gathering adjourned for a reception in Simard Hall.
CHARLESTOWN, Mass. (NNS) —USS Constitution hosted approximately 200 members from Gold Star Families during an underway Battle of Midway commemoration from the ship’s berth in Charlestown, Mass., June 3. The ship honored Gold Star Families — families who lost loved ones in Operations Enduring and Iraqi Freedom —and also honored the Navy’s victory at Midway Island during World War II. “I am excited that we are able to host several families in recognition of their fallen service members,” said Cmdr. Tim Cooper, Constitution’s 71st commanding officer. “Honoring those who sacrificed so much in defense of our nation is such an easy thing and one that my crew and I are privileged to do.” The ship got underway after morning colors, shortly after 8 a.m. Cmdr. Jonathan Smith, a Navy chaplain, next gave the invocation. Then USS Constitution Command Master Chief Roxanne Rhoades, and Rear Adm. Nevin Carr, Chief of Naval Research and Director, Test and Evaluation and Technology Requirements; commemorated the Battle of Midway by tossing a wreath into the ocean over Constitution’s side. Sailors then offered tours of the ship to all Gold Star Families and guests. “My husband and I are big history buffs,” said Alma Hart, member of Gold
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USS Constitution sails into Boston Harbor. The crew of Constitution hosted approximately 125 members of the Wounded Warrior Project during an underway Battle of Midway commemoration. U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY CHIEF MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST JAMES DEVINE/RELEASED
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Time to retire Knowing when a flag has flown long enough can sometimes be a matter of personal opinion. What may be acceptable to some may not be to others. In a military community such as Oak Harbor, Little said the flag’s appearance is important and he has been known to approach business owners. “I’ve seen flags that need to be retired,” he said. “I’ll usually step in and ask to see the manager and ask them to replace it.” Little said there are others in the community who have strong feelings about the appearance of our nation’s sym-
bol. “We have a lot of older veterans, from the Korean War or World War II, and those vets get a little passionate about it,” he acknowledged. Signs a flag is in need of replacement are tattered, frayed ends, seams that are starting to separate or tears in the fabric. Whidbey Island weather can also be hard on them. “In winter, I replace my flag about every two months,” Little said. “The wind is really hard on them.”
Proper etiquette Flag Day is also a good reminder there are rules to follow when it comes to displaying Old Glory. Many flag-flying
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Auditions coming for Missoula Children’s Theater Auditions for roles in the Missoula Children’s Theater production of “The Little Mermaid” will be held at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island Youth Center on Wake Avenue at 4 p.m. on Monday, June 20. Approximately 50 to 60 children in grades one through 12 will be cast to appear in the show. Students who want to audition must arrive by the scheduled starting time and stay for the entire twohour session. The first rehearsal begins just after the audition. This is a group audition. No advance preparation is necessary. Rehearsals will take place from June 21 to 24, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. While all cast members will not be needed at every session, those auditioning must have a clear schedule for the entire week and, if selected, be able to attend all rehearsals required for their role. A detailed rehearsal schedule will be distributed at the conclusion of the audition. Performances will be held at 2 and 4:30 p.m. Saturday, June 25 at the youth center. Parents and other theater fans are welcome to attend. Call 257-3150 for information.
Amateur radio kids’ day “CQ, CQ, CQ this is W7UMX Kids day...” Naval Air Station Whidbey Island MARS/ Amateur radio station will once again participate in the annual American Radio Relay League’s Kids’ Day operation on Saturday, June 18. Children of all ages are welcome to attend from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Building 13 on the Seaplane Base. Kids will have a chance to operate the radios and computers to talk with other radio stations throughout the country. Organizers say several children participated last year and made contacts. Kids’ Day is meant to encourage young people
(licensed or not) to have fun with amateur radio, and is designed to give on-the-air experience to youngsters and hopefully foster an interest in getting their own license. Those interested may call 257-8038 or 969-2496 for information.
North Whidbey drinking prevention panel The next DUI/underage drinking prevention panel will be held by the Impaired Driving Impact Penel of Island County at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 14 in room 137, down the hall from the Oak Harbor Library. The panel is open to all and is required by local driving instructors for both drivers’ education students and parents. Organizers say those interested in attending should arrive by 6:45 p.m. to assure a seat. There will be no late admittance. Call 672-8219 for information or go to www.idipic.org.
VFW to hold flag retirement ceremony Veterans of Foreign Wars Whitehead-Muzzall Post 7392 will hold a U.S. Flag Retirement Ceremony Saturday at 11 a.m. The public is welcome to attend. Master of ceremonies for the event will be retired Senior Chief Ben Bunnell. The VFW is located at 3037 N. Goldie Rd. in Oak Harbor. Information is available by calling 6754048.
Fine amnesty in June A fine amnesty and relicensing program will take place at the Island County district and municipal courts of Oak Harbor, Langley and Coupeville during June. This program will offer defendants who have court fines that have been referred to a collection agency the opportunity to pay off outstanding fines in full, by reducing or eliminating the collection costs
and interest. In many cases, this will allow a person the opportunity to obtain a valid driver’s license. Those interested in participating in the program are encouraged to contact the court or the collection agency where the fines have been assigned. For more information, contact the court staff at 675-5988 weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The district and municipal courts of Skagit County are offering a similar program in June. Call 360-336-9335 for information in Skagit County.
Saddle up with Equestrian Crossings Equestrian Crossings, a nonprofit equine-assisted activities program, will begin its summer session July 5, and is taking reservations for classes now. Organizers say the program offers more than just riding lessons. Certified instructors offer classes on in-hand ground work, sport riding, hippotherapy and vaulting — gymnastics and dance on horseback — to all persons, including those with special needs. ADA accessible lessons are located in Reinshadow Ridge Arena in Greenbank on Thursdays and at the Hastie Lake Arena in Oak Harbor on Tuesdays and Fridays. Space is limited, so those interested are encouraged to make reservations by June 17. Applications are available online at www.eques triancrossings.com. Opportunities are also available to be an EqX volunteer. Organizers say no experience is needed. Summer volunteer training will be held Thursday, June 23 in Greenbank and Friday, June 24 in Oak Harbor. For information on lessons, scholarship applications or becoming an EqX volunteer, call 320-1573 or email info@equestrian crossings.com.
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North Whidbey Coupon Club: The North Whidbey Coupon Club will meet each Friday in June and July from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce building on State Route 20. The club is free and open to all couponers, new or experienced. Guests can stop by anytime during the two-hour session and will receive a guide to sales, coupons and more. Call 675-2338 or find “Whidbey Coupon Club” on Facebook. “Annie” continues: Whidbey Playhouse community theater’s production of the musical “Annie” will continue with performances each Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. through June 25. Matinee performances will be held at 2:30 p.m. each Sunday through June 26. Tickets are $16 each and are available at the box office. Call 679-2237 for information, or go to www. whidbeyplayhouse.com. Click Music Acoustic Jam: Join friends and neighbors for a free evening of playing
music together Friday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Click Music, 1130 NE Seventh Ave., Oak Harbor. Jam leader Ed Newkirk welcomes players of all ages and levels. Call 675-5544 for information. Little Strikers: Parents are encouraged to bring children ages 2 to 5 to learn to bowl at the Convergence Zone on Naval Air Station Whidbey Island from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. each Friday. Bowling is followed by a learning- or holiday-themed craft in the Media Zone. Children must be supervised. Call 257-2432, 257-2702 or 257-2074 or go to www. navylifepnw.com for details.
Proud Military Kids Deployment Activity: There will be an activity for eligible military children from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday at the Youth Activity Center on Wake Avenue in Oak Harbor. Call 257-NAVY for information. Saturday Morning Adventure Club: Eligible military children in kindergarten through fifth-grade can take part in the Saturday Morning Adventure Club at the Youth Activity Center in Oak Harbor. Kids can enjoy free open recreation, including arts and crafts, games, snakes and more from 9 a.m. to noon.
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EVENTS | FROM PAGE 11 Must have a current registration card on file to attend. Stop by the Youth Center on Wake Ave. to sign up. Call 257-0889 for details. Free Draft Horse Wagon Rides: Enjoy free draft horse wagon rides each Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at A Knot in Thyme Holly Farm and Lavender Gardens on DeGraff Road near Oak Harbor. Rides are offered every Saturday through Sept. 24. Call 2401216 for information.
SUN., JUNE 12 Sunday Farmers Market: A farmers market will be held each Sunday through Sept. 25 at Greenbank Farm. Hours are from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Local farmers and food producers participate in this weekly event. There will be cooking demonstrations, plant clinics and other activities. Call 678-7700 for information.
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Blood Drive: There will be a blood drive on Naval Air Station Whidbey Island from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday at
the base gym. Navy Region Northwest officials say it takes about an hour to give blood, which is used to help our troops and those who have suffered trauma, those with cancer, surgery patients, premature babies and others. Those interested in scheduling an appointment can go to Military Life Force and use the sponsor code NASWI. Call 257-9683 for information or questions. Association of Naval Aviation to meet: The Association of Naval Aviation, Whidbey Island Squadron 40, will meet for a no-host lunch at 11 a.m. on Tuesday at the Officers’ Club on Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. There will be a presentation by retired Capt. Evan Reese, who will describe the events surrounding his flight on Feb. 6, 1970, when his A-6A Intruder was shot down over the Ho Chi Minh Trail. North Whidbey IDIPIC panel: The next DUI/ underage drinking prevention panel will be held by the Impaired Driving Impact Panel of Island County at 7 p.m. Tuesday in room 137,
down the hall from the Oak Harbor Library. Those interested in attending should arrive by 6:45 p.m. to assure a seat. There will be no late admittance. Call 672-8219 for information or go to www.idipic.org. Local Farms and Farmers Markets: Learn about local farmers markets and how to subscribe to a local farm for fresh produce during this class at Oak Harbor City Hall from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesday. Linda Bartlett presents this class, which is part of the Green Living Series to teach fun ways to save money and have earthfriendly adventures in your kitchen and back yard. Call 675-5115 or go to www. sno-isle.org for information. Whidbey Sounders Toastmasters meet: Improve your ability to articulate ideas and present information to a group. The Whidbey Sounders Toastmasters Club meets the second, fourth and fifth Tuesdays of each month at San Remo Mediterranean Grill in Oak Harbor at 6:30 p.m. Information is available online at www. whidbeysounders.org.
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NEED MONTH to month? 3 Bedroom, 2.5 bath home has bonus/ family rooms, garage, and fenced back yard. Close to town, base and schools. $1,250/ month & cleaning deposit. No pets or smoking. 360969-0248. OAK HARBOR
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A Homeowner Association is seeking a couple to maintain and manage a private island community in the San Juan Islands. The Caretakers’ top priorities are security, transportation and stewardship of the island a s s e t s. L i v i n g i n t h e caretakers’ home on the island is required. One person of the Caretaker couple must attain and maintain active status as a structural fire fighter in the local fire district and highly desirable for the second person to maintain status as a wild land fire fighter. Emergency medical response or first responder experience is r e q u i r e d fo r o n e a n d highly desired for both. Both must have excellent health and physical stamina. Must be willing and able to interact in a positive manner with a variety of people in diverse circumstances, including owners, guests, and contractors. Basic repair skills in electrical service, plumbing, and car pentr y are cr itical. Boat handling skills operating boats ranging from 11’ to 27’ in all weather conditions are required. Utilities and salary are provided Please mail resumes to: Caretaker Search, P.O. Box 608, Friday Harbor, WA 98250 or email to: brownislandsearch@ gmail.com brownislandsearch@gmail.com
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ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER/ SALES MANAGER Sound Publishing is looking for an Associate Publisher/Sales Manager in the San Juan Isl a n d s o f Wa s h i n g t o n State. We have three award-winning community newspapers serving the scenic Island communities of Lopez, Friday Harbor and Eastsound. Island residents enjoy quality living in a natural setting with a multitude of outdoor recreation oppor tunities. We are seeking a proven leader with the entrepreneurial skills to build on the solid growth of these publications. This is a working sales position. You will build and maintain local accounts. You should have a good understanding of all facets of newspaper operations with emphasis on sales, marketing, and financial management. Additionally, you should have strong internet and social media skills and be well-suited to working with government, community groups and clients in developing sponsorship opportunities for the newspapers. Sound P u b l i s h i n g i s Washington’s largest private, independent newspaper company. If you have the ability to think outside the box, are customer-driven, successoriented and want to live in one of the most beautiful areas in Washington State, we want to hear from you. We offer excellent benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and a 401k. EOE. Please submit your resume and cover letter with salary requirements to: hr@soundpublishing.com or by mail to: Sound Publishing Inc., 19351 8th Ave. NE, Suite 106, Poulsbo, WA 98370, ATTN: HR/AP
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Disclaimer: All vehicles 1 only unless stated and subject to prior sale, pictures for illustration purposes only. A negotiable $150 documentary service fee may added. Ad expires 06/15/2011.
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2011 Mazda2
2011 FORD FIESTA SEL *1.9% APR X 36MOS O.A.C.
STK# 7623
VIN 3FADP4CJ1BM101272
LOADED, LEATHER, KEYLESS ENTRY, HEATED SEATS, ALLOYS
SALE PRICE
$16,999
MSRP............................... $18,805 Retail Customer Cash ........-$500 Dealer Discount ..............-$1,306
AUTOMATIC, A/C, 35 MPG!!! MSRP ............................. $15,530 Skagit Mazda Discount .......-$193
$15,337
+0.0% FOR 60 MONTHS!!! STK#M8716 VIN JM1DE1HZ9B0109068
2011 Mazda3 I TOURING
2010 FORD MUSTANG GT LOADED, LEATHER, COMFORT PKG, ALLOYS, 5-SPEED, HID HEADLIGHTS MSRP .............................. $34,255 Dealer Discount ..............-$7,291
$18,023
SALE PRICE
$26,964
+0.0% FOR 60 MONTHS!!!
STK#6311
STK# 7416
VIN 1ZVBP8CH0A5131886
SALE PRICE
$35,997
VIN 1FTFW1EVXAFD94933
MSRP .............................. $45,090 Retail Cash ......................-$2,500 FMCC Cash^^ .................-$1,000 Bonus Cash. ....................-$1,000 Dealer Discount ..............-$4,593
2012 Mazda5 3RD ROW, AUTOMATIC, 28MPG!!! MSRP ............................ $20,990 Skagit Mazda Discount ...-$1,082
SALE PRICE
$23,997
2011 Mazda6 I SPORT
AUTOMATIC, SPORT PKG, 31 MPG!!! MSRP .............................$21,885 Skagit Mazda Discount ... -$1,399 Mazda APR Cash................ -$500
$19,986
NEW
VIN 1FTNE1EW0BDA55179
2011 FORD EDGE
6-SPEED AUTOMATIC, POWER WINDOWS,POWER LOCKS, TILT, CRUISE, ALLOYS MSRP ................................$29,030 SALE PRICE FMCC Cash^^ .................. -$1,000 Bonus Cash ...................... -$1,000 Dealer Discount ............... -$2,033 STK# 6622 VIN 2FMDK3GCXBBB04022
$24,997
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$19,908
STK#M9353 VIN JM1CW2BL3C0109796
NOT USED! STK#5479
SPORT
+1.9% FOR 60 MONTHS!!!
NEW 2011 FORD E150 CARGO E150 CARGO, CRUISE, PW, TRAILER TOW, PL, QUIET FLEX RACKS BINS MSRP .............................. $28,950 Retail Cash .........................-$500 Bonus Cash .....................-$1,000 Dealer Discount ............. -$3,453
BLUETOOTH, FOG LIGHTS, 33 MPG!!!! MSRP. .............................$19,025 Skagit Mazda Discount ... -$1,002
STK#M8740 VIN JM1BL1VG4B1369310
2010 F150SUPERLARIAT 4X4 CREW, 4X4, LARIAT, LOADED, LEATHER. *0% APR X 60 MOS O.A.C.
SPORT
+0.0% FOR 60 MONTHS!!! STK#M8792 VIN 1YVHZ8BH9B5M09074
2011 Mazda CX-7 I SPORT MOONROOF, BACKUP CAMERA, 28 MPG!!!
MSRP .............................$25,340 Skagit Mazda Discount ... -$1,109 Mazda APRCash................. -$500
$23,731
+0.0% FOR 60 MONTHS!!! STK#M8752 VIN JM3ER2BM5B0357241
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