USS Louisiana SSBN 743 (G)
The Louisiana Lookout Newsletter
July 2012
Letter from the CO
LOUISIANA (GOLD) Families,
Contact Information
Greetings from the deep blue sea! I am excited to report that the crew and ship are performing exceptionally well conducting our mission in support of our nation's defense. The crew has successfully met every challenge so far with enthusiasm and dedication. The crew is busy completing qualifications, training as a team and working hard to keep LOUISIANA in top shape. Each of you can be proud of your sailor's accomplishments as we continue our patrol.
From the last time I wrote you until now, 23 members of our crew advanced/promoted to the next higher pay grade. The number of advancements is very high for Bangor area submarines - we are either at the top or near the top in this category for this cycle. Congratulations to MM2 Branfoot, CS3 Crutcher, LTJG Divittore, ET2 Duffy, YN3 Eagerton, MM2 Ginnings, LS3 Gukich, MM2 Halter, LT Hannah, LTJG Hanson, STS2 Harris, ET3 Hegedus, MM2 Jesse, ET2 Jones, LT Kiewel, LTJG McCoy, ET2 Newstrom, EM2 Ohara, ET2 Paoli, EM3 Phan, MMCM Skelton, STS3 Wedgewood, and ET2 Winn for their hard work - Well done! July 4th marks the 236th Birthday of our nation; it is a time of great celebration marking another year in the history of our great republic. With the summer in full swing, I hope that all of you are taking the time to enjoy the great summer and all that it has to offer. Stay safe - we are out at sea defending our nation with great pride. Please keep the emails coming - we are excited to hear all the great news from home. As always, we may not be able to get back with you in a timely manner but rest assured we will be in touch with you when opportunities arise. That's all for now - I will keep you all posted on the great accomplishments of LOUISIANA (GOLD)! Rob Peters Commanding Officer USS LOUISIANA (GOLD)
COMMANDING OFFICER: CDR Rob Peters
EXECUTIVE OFFICER: LCDR Keith Floyd
CHIEF OF THE BOAT: CMDCM Dave Janowski
COMMAND SUPPORT TEAM COs Wife Sarah Peters [Link]@[Link] XOs Wife Jennifer Floyd jwfloyd13@[Link] COB'S Wife Allison Janowski (360) 550-4092 allijanowski@[Link]
Ombudsmen: Shiloh E. Mahmood 360-598-0587 (H) 860-218-5001 (M)
ombud743gold@[Link]
Stacie Hall 360-689-2662 (M) 843-437-4263 (M)
ombud743gold@[Link]
COBs Corner
LOUISIANA (GOLD) Families, As I write you LOUISIANA and her crew are underway meting the Nations call of Strategic Deterrence. We have tackled each task with great vigor and are achieving outstanding results. Our sailors have also had the opportunity to mentor, train and expose a host of midshipman into the daily ongoing of submarine life. Congratulations to Petty Officers Wedgewood, Iannuzzi, and Hagenbrock and their families on the birth of their children. Additionally, Chief Fox reported aboard as the Electrical Division Chief and Petty Officer Holdorf as the Reactor Controls Division Leading Petty Officer, help me welcome them aboard. The following Sailors have reenlisted: Petty Officers Bombard, Halter, Gates, Arregui, McDaniel and Chief Rhoads. Additionally, Petty Officer Eagerton, Johnson and Hegedus have qualified submarines, while Petty Officer Neumann has been advanced to Second Class Petty Officer BRAVO ZULU, these achievements mark noteworthy milestones in each of their careers. As we continue our at-sea operations, I expect that there will be even more achievements, qualifications and accolades to report. Please utilize our Family Readiness Group and Ombudsman; they are excellent resources and a strong support for our families. CMDCM Dave Janowski Chief of the Boat USS LOUISIANA (GOLD)
July 2012
July 4th Independence Day! July 4, 1777 - John Paul Jones hoists first Stars and Stripes flag on Ranger at Portsmouth, NH. July 20th 1969 - Former Navy pilot Neil Armstrong is first man to set foot on the moon. July 23, 1958 - USS Nautilus (SSN-571) departs Pearl Harbor for first submerged transit of North Pole.
Happy Birthday!
Vince Baldovinos Nicholaus Hall Domonick Lechner Logan Hudson Maia Hudson Gabrielle Kinkaid Zachary Kinkaid Cade Peters Elianna Zaccardi
Welcome to the World!
Samson James Iannuzzi Born on 25 June 2012 to MT2 Iannuzzi and Megan Frazer Alle Mattilyn Wedgewood Born on 28 June 2012 to STS3 Wedgewood and Tiffany Isabel Rose Hagenbrock Born on 29 June 2012 to EM1 Hagenbrock and Jennifer CONGRATULATIONS!
Independence Day Fireworks and Celebrations!
Montgomery Parking Garage Closure in Support of Fireworks Viewing on July 4th
The upper level of the Montgomery Garage (BLDG 1012) on NBK Bremerton will be closed at 2000 on 3 JUL 12 and will be reopened at 0600 on 5 JUL 12 to support the viewing of Port Orchards 4th of July fireworks display. Parking on the upper level will not be allowed during this timeframe. Individuals are requested to remove their vehicles prior to closure. All personnel with authorized base access are welcome to come and enjoy the show from the top of Montgomery Garage. This fireworks display is part of the Fathoms of Fun Festival in Port Orchard. For more information please visit [Link]
Family Readiness Group
The next Family Readiness Group meeting will be at Jackson Park Community Center at 6:30 PM on Tuesday, July 24th. If you are in need of childcare, please RSVP to LouisianaFRG743@[Link] Any schedule changes or dates CAN be discussed at FRG meetings. If you have questions regarding the schedule, please attend. If you are interested in joining the FRG board as either the secretary or treasurer, please contact Miranda Tagaloa via the FRG email address.
3rd of July Fireworks in Poulsbo
Fireworks for the Third of July Celebration in Poulsbo will be over Liberty Bay and will begin at 10:15 PM. For more information regarding the celebration please visit, [Link]
If you are in need of meals, transportation or general assistance due to a handicap, surgery, pregnancy, or recent birth of a child, the FRG is here to help! Please contact the sunshine committee for more information.
Kingston Fourth of July Celebration.
Fireworks for the Kingston Fourth of July Celebration Will be in Mike Wallace Park beginning at dusk. For more information, please visit: [Link]
Mail Drops
A Mail Drop is a gallon-sized Ziploc bag that is sent to a sailor periodically throughout a patrol. Mail drop dates will be announced via email. If you will not be in the area, but still wish to provide mail drops for your sailor, you may always send mail drops early! All mail drops
Bainbridge Island Fireworks
Fireworks are a part of the Grand Old Fourth of July Community Celebration. They will begin at dusk over Eagle Harbor. For a comprehensive list of all public fireworks displays in Washington state, please visit: [Link]
are sent to the boat via the Ombudsman. Please drop off
or mail your drop to: Shiloh Mahmood 3071 Bonefish Circle Apt. O-11 Silverdale, WA 98315
July Festivals, Fairs, and Events
Kingston Tiny Town
Tuesday, July 3 An old-fashioned community Independence Day parade in downtown Kingston takes place in additon to Tiny Town in Kola Kole Park where kids can enjoy games, rides, great food and live entertainment. Where: Kola Kole Park When: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM How: Drop by! Cost: Tickets and wristbands are for sale. For more info: [Link]
Family Fun Fest
Saturday, July 14 Food, reptile man, dog agility, train rides, music, laser tag, inflatables, etc. Where: Gig Harbor Sehmel Homestead Park When: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM How: This is for families that are looking to have a great time. Cost: FREE!
Kitsap Live Steamers -train rides
Saturday, July 14 Kitsap Live Steamers is a group of scale outdoor railroad enthusiasts operating a non-profit 7 1/2 inch gauge railroad at South Kitsap Regional Park. Rides are given to park visitors on a donation basis and are handicap accessible. This facility has given the community and the Puget Sound area a unique educational and recreational opportunity that is not otherwise available nearby. Where: South Kitsap Regional Park, Port Orchard When: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM How: Come by anytime between 10AM and 4PM! Cost: Free! Donations accepted.
Bainbridge Island 45th annual Grand Old Fourth of July Parade and Community Celebration
Wednesday, July 4 Bainbridge Island's biggest party! Street fair, mile-long parade, Fun Run, pancake breakfast, classic car show, arts & crafts, music, food, beer & wine garden, pony rides, bouncy houses, Big Purple Slide, children's entertainment and other family fun. With fireworks over Eagle Harbor at dusk. New this year - Roving Reptiles - greet a 'gator, pet a python! Brought to you by the Bainbridge Island Chamber of Commerce. Fireworks will begin at dusk on July 4 over Eagle Harbor Where: Winslow Way When: 7:00 AM - 11:59 PM How: Enjoy July 4 on Bainbridge! Cost: Free! For more info: For more information please visit the Chamber website, [Link] or call 206.842.3700
Picnic in the Park and Hansville Car Show n' Shine
Sunday, July 22 The GHCC will host the annual Picnic in the Park community celebration and the Hansville Car Show n' Shine. They will have music and entertainment, food and soft drinks, special raffles and games for kids. Where: Buck Lake Park in Hansville When: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM How: Stop by! Bring a picnic! Cost: Free!
Visit a Lavendar Farm!
Friday, July 13 through Saturday, July 14 Come and visit a local lavender farm on the Key Peninsula with 4,000 lavender plants blooming in 15 fields. Enjoy music, food, vendors, lavender crafting, and lavender classes. Free admission. Where: Blue Willow Lavender Farm 10615 Wright Bliss Rd KP N Gig Harbor, WA 98329 When: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Cost: FREE! For more info: Contact: Bill Ketts 253.225.9030
Silverdale Whaling Days
Friday, July 27 through Sunday, July 29 Includes fair and festival, family stage, pancake breakfast, canoe races, firework show 10pm Friday the 27th, grand parade 10 am the 28th, Whale of a Run, beer garden, great Kitsap duck race on Sunday the 29th, and more! Where: Old Town Silverdale Cost: Free! Some activites or purchases may have a fee. For more info: [Link]
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Ombudsman Contact Information: ombud743gold@[Link]
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Shiloh E. Mahmood 360-598-0587 (H) 860-218-5001 (M)
Stacie Hall 360-689-2662 (M) 843-437-4263 (M)
