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Proudly Serving Camp Humphreys and the Pyeongtaek Communities

Volume 1, Issue 12

A Change of Command ceremony,

bidding farewell to Col. Scott W. Mueller

and welcoming Col. Michael F. Tremblay,

was held at Humphreys Collier Commu-

nity Fitness Center, June 27.

Mueller oversaw the largest popula-

tion expansion in Camp Humphreys' his-

tory. The garrison went from a support-COC, continues on page 3

What’s Inside Page 2

Battle of Cheonan Com-

memoration Ceremony

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Humphreys celebrate

LGBT Pride Month

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Glamping—a new

way of camping

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Pet Travel tips

By Sameria Zavala

USAG-H Public Affairs

ed population of approximately

10,000 to about 33,000 in 2018.

Mueller also brought in the largest

Exchange and Commissary in the Pa-

cific, golf course, bowling center,

movie theater, and the Texas Road-

house restaurant. This totaled 65 pro-

jects, comprised of 529 buildings that

added 7.5 million square feet of real

property valued at $1.5 billion.

Lt. Gen. Michael A. Bills, Eighth Army

commanding general and Combined

Forces Command chief of staff, gave

praise to Mueller during his remarks.

"Scotty has played a vital role in Camp

Humphreys' transition to a premier garri-

son, able to support multiple service

components, multi-national partners and

thousands of families," he said. "Today's

(Center back) Outgoing U.S. Army Installation Management Command Commander Col. Scott W. Mueller, IMCOM Pacific Region Director Christine T. Alten-

dorf, and incoming Col. Michael F. Tremblay, stand at attention as the Command Sgt. Maj. Antonio Lopez gets ready to pass on the guidon during the Change

of Command Ceremony at the Collier Community Fitness Center, July 8. (U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Anna Walker)

Humphreys bids farewell, welcomes new garrison commander

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Col. Michael F. Tremblay Garrison Commander

Command Sgt. Maj. Antonio Lopez

Garrison Command Sergeant Major

Steve Hoover Chief, Public Affairs

Maria Gallegos

Editor Chief, Command Information

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Battle of Cheonan commemoration honors the fallen By Sameria Zavala

USAG-H Public Affairs

Approximately, 25 American and

Korean Augmentation to the United

States (KATUSA) Soldiers from Camp

Humphreys joined more than 200

Cheonan residents, to honor the fallen

heroes during the annual Battle of

Cheonan commemoration at Martin

Park, July 8. Cheonan is a city located

about 30 minutes south from Hum-

phreys.

The ceremony marked the 69th

anniversary of the battle, fought by

American Soldiers of the 34th Infantry

Regiment, 24th Infantry Division and

South Korean Army Soldiers. During

the battle on July 7-8, 1950, more than

120 Soldiers passed, including the 34th

Infantry Regiment's commander Col.

Robert R. Martin, which the park is

named after. For his actions, Martin

was posthumously awarded the Dis-

tinguished Service Cross, the first

decoration awarded during the Kore-

an War.

Mayor of Cheonan Ku Bon Young, spoke

and expressed his gratitude for the actions

of those who sacrificed their lives during the

battle.

“We honor 33,000 American Soldiers

who lost their lives in our defense at the

time of the Korean War,” he said. “Their

noble sacrifices for peace and freedom will

not be forgotten. I’d like to take this oppor-

tunity to thank the U.S. military personnel

stationed in the Republic of Korea for dedi-

cating themselves to defending our daily

lives at this moment.”

U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys Com-

mander Col. Michael F. Tremblay was one

of the featured speakers.

“We must ensure that the price paid was

not done so without a recognition of the

cost, and that we exercise gratitude and

humility for the gifts with which we have

been bestowed,” said Tremblay. “We are in

a period of change in relations between

North and South Korea, the United States

and China these days. Is it a pleasure to

expect positive changes for eternal peace

on the Korean peninsula, but our funda-

mental mission of being prepared to ‘fight

tonight’ must be sustained.”

Following his remarks, Kim Eun-Sol, stu-

dent leader at nearby Samgeori Elementary

School, read a thank you letter to the U.S.

Soldiers who participated in the ceremony

and reflected on the past war.

“I will not forget the preciousness of

peace, so that the horrors of war will not

be repeated again,” she said. “We will also

think about what we have to do to keep

our peace. I will commit myself to becom-

ing a person who keep peace with my

friends, communicates and sympathizes

with them.”

The ceremony concluded with a flower

memorial and lunch at Samgeori Elemen-

tary School.

“The ceremony allowed me to reflect on

the sacrifice and continued service of U.S.

Soldiers,” said Capt. Akhtar Barcliff, USAG

Humphreys Headquarters and Headquar-

ters Company commander. “It was an hon-

or to remember their service in such a spe-

cial way.”

The event was hosted by the Korea

Freedom Federation Cheonan Chapter with

support from the Cheonan City.

Republic of Korea 51st Division soldiers perform a gun salute to honor the fallen he-

roes during the Battle of Cheonan commemoration at Martin Park, July 8. (U.S. Army

photo by Sameria Zavala, USAG –H Public Affairs)

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ceremony is a well-deserved recogni-

tion of his hard work and dedication

over the last two years. Scotty -- you

and your team have done a truly phe-

nomenal job."

During Mueller's tenure, U.S. Forces

Korea, 2nd Infantry Division, Marine

Corps Forces -- Korea, Special Opera-

tions Command-Korea, 65th Medical

Brigade, 1st Signal Brigade and other

organizations all relocated to Hum-

phreys.

Dr. Christine T. Atlendorf, Installa-

tion Management Command-Pacific

director, joked with Mueller that his

‘main boss’ is giving excellent customer

service to the community.

"All of a sudden, rather than dodg-

ing enemy mortar and tank fire, he was

getting zinged on Facebook, Twitter

COC, continued from page 1

and at town halls," she said. "He real-

izes that his main boss is not me, or

even Gen. Bills, but the customer, and

he handled it well."

Mueller was overwhelmed with

pride and appreciation for the garrison

Soldiers, Civilians and Korean Service

Corps during his time serving at Hum-

phreys.

"Words will never adequately ex-

press my admiration and gratitude for

everything you do for this community,

across the entire myriad of services

provided," he said.

"I want everyone at Humphreys to

know that your USAG Humphreys

team is completely dedicated to mak-

ing Camp Humphreys the assignment

of choice. These stalwart professionals

come to work every day to enable

'Fight Tonight' readiness for our tenant

units and provide first class services and

quality of life to our families, civilians,

and retirees. You never cease to amaze

me with what you accomplish on a daily

basis and I will cherish my service with

you."

Mueller next assignment will be in

Stuttgart, Germany, where he will be-

come the Assistant Chief of Staff at U.S.

European Command.

In customary fashion as the incoming

commander, Tremblay had a few mo-

ments to introduce himself.

"I am thankful for the opportunity to

serve," he said. "I will try every day to

measure up. I know I have big shoes to

fill...Eagle Six reporting for duty. Katchi

Kapshida -- We Go Together."

SAVE THE DATE:

Humphreys Family

and MWR

AUG 18 Lemon Ball River Bend Golf Course TIME: 8 a.m.

AUG 24 Family Advocacy Back to School Pool Bash Outdoor Pool TIME: 8 p.m.

Every Tuesdays Downtown Lanes TIME: 1 p.m.

AUG 31 Korean Painting Class Arts and Craft Center TIME: 3:30—5 p.m.

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Humphreys celebrates LGBT Pride Month

By Sameria Zavala and Abigail Chipps

USAG-H Public Affairs

A LGBT Pride Month observance was

held at the Warrior Theater, to celebrate

the contributions of the lesbian, gay,

bisexual, and transgender community, at

Camp Humphreys, June 27.

Members and allies of the LGBT com-

munity filled the theater to hear of the

struggles, acceptances, and other per-

sonal stories.

Guest speaker for the event, Sgt. 1st

Class Kristina Manookin, equal oppor-

tunity advisor assigned to the 210th Fires

Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division, shared

how differences strengthen society.

"We all have something strong to

bring to the table and different points of

view, perspectives, and ideas on how to

accomplish the mission or how to do

something that someone from a differ-

ent background may not have thought

of," she said. "I think that strengthens all

of us as a whole.”

"Love everyone, don't be rude, and

just accept people. Just because you

don't understand it doesn't mean that

you shouldn't give it a chance and

doesn't mean you should be afraid of it,"

Manookin added.

Manookin and a panel of nine people

comprised of Soldiers, civilians, and

spouses shared their personal experi-

ences on being a part of the LGBT com-

munity.

Sgt. Major Keyon Washington, the

65th Medical Brigade operations ser-

geant major, said "I'm very proud for

people to know who I am authentically,

because I want my Soldiers to share

who they are with me authentically."

"I hope that me being out and gay in

the Army, especially in uniform, that it

inspires other people to be them-

selves," said Spc. Troy O'Neal, man-

power clerk assigned to Eighth Army,

Headquarters and Headquarters Battal-

ion G1.

"The LGBT community is here and it

should be recognized, and whether

people decide to recognize us or re-

spect us [or not], we will be here.

We're not going anywhere."

Guest speaker Sgt. 1st Class Kristina Manookin, equal opportunity advisor assigned to 210th Fires Bri-

gade, 2nd Infantry Division, shared how differences strengthen society. (Courtesy photo)

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GLAMPING! Glamping -- A camp equipped with high-end and convenient items, also

known as - glamorous camping.

Glamping is a growing international trend that combines camping with

luxury and convenience of a hotel. Many people enjoy luxurious glamping

on the weekends to relieve stress and/or to spend time with friends and

families outdoors, in a natural comfortable setting. Also, for added conven-

ience, there is usually a convenience store inside the glamping area.

Glamping accommodations typically include electricity, Wi-Fi, heating and cool-

ing, bedding, camping chairs, grills, and nearby washrooms and showers with

hot water.

Here are five best Glamping sites in South Korea:

Pine4Rest – unlike other campgrounds, Pine4Rest, located in Gapyeong, will

take you deep in the countryside. The scenery and the scent of a rural village

on the way there is quite captivating.

Club Nobelpic - near the Daesungri Station, is located close from Seoul. A

wide outdoor pool with beautiful scenery is in the middle of the resort. The

outdoor pool is separated between kids and adults areas. Outdoor BBQ patio

with big screen TV allows you to enjoy meals while watching movies. The lux-

urious club house next to the patio, serve beers, wines and coffees.

Huttopia - a luxurious glamping ground providing all the necessary facilities

inside the room for guests who want comfort and soulful camping experi-

ence. This village-like campground is good for anyone who wants both luxury

and camping.

The Park Twelve (Glamping 12) - it’s a fully equipped glamping facility

where anybody can enjoy camping in a European style cabana and tropi-

cal style safari tents. The luxurious glamping campground is furnished

with bed, sofa, air-conditioning, heating and even a shower booth.

Triple Glamping - luxurious surfer’s spot in YangYang Beach –Yangyang

Triple Glamping. This glamping is located on the beach, surrounded by

more than 1,000 Pyong pine tree forest.

So what are you waiting for? Go out Gampling!

For more information, please click GLAMPING

Credit: Brad Jeong, USAG-H Public Affairs Intern

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Traveling with Pets Traveling with your pet (s) from Korea to the states can be a long, confusing, and

complicated process. However, if you plan ahead and give yourself plenty of

time to prepare, the process is not as bad as it seems. Here are some helpful tips

to make your trip more enjoyable and less stressful.

Before you travel:

Make sure you have all your pet’s documents and certificates ready before

your trip to the states.

Your pet (s) must be microchipped and vaccinated for rabies. After the vaccinations, be sure to obtain the ra-

bies vaccine certificate and keep it with you during your travels. Camp Humphreys Veterinary Treatment Facil-

ity or an accredited off-post veterinarian can help complete these tasks. Give yourself plenty of time to call

ahead to make the appointment.

Obtain a health certificate for your pet (s). The certificate is only valid for 10 days, so be sure to get the health

certificate within the ten days before flying. Again, Camp Humphreys VTF or an accredited off-post veterinari-

an can assist; cost ranges approximately $30-40.

You must get a Korean Export Certificate from an Animal Quarantine Inspection Office. Bring with you: your

pet (microchipped), original rabies vaccine certificate, original health certificate, about 10,000 KRW per export

certificate, your passport or military ID, and your travel itinerary to any one of the following locations:

Pyeongtaek Port Office

Seoul Regional Office

Gimpo Airport Office

Incheon Airport Office

Airline:

Contact your airline carrier or visit their website for more information regarding traveling requirements when

traveling with your pet. When flying with pets, there are different rules, restrictions, and costs for each airline.

Typically, if pet is under 15 pounds, your pet may travel under the seat in the cabin in front of you. If pet is

over 15 pounds, your pet may travel as cargo or checked baggage. If you fly your pet as checked luggage,

the sponsor or the spouse must book your pet at least 48 hours before travel date. Pet carrier or kennel must

meet USDA compliance guidelines. Please visit the USDA website for more information: https://

www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/pet-travel

The average cost for pets flying out of Korea to America ranges from $200 to $400, depending on the weight

of the animal and whether they are shipped as a carry-on, cargo, or checked baggage.

Some airlines don’t allow pets to be shipped between May and September, due to a seasonal restrictions on

travel. Please contact your airline for more information.

For more information on pet travel guidelines, please visit CDC: Bringing an Animal into the U.S. at https://

www.cdc.gov/importation/bringing-an-animal-into-the-united-states/index.html

And USDA: APHIS Pet Travel at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/pet-travel

Credit: Abigail Chipps,

USAG-H Public Affairs Intern