USAG HUMPHREYS

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Proudly Serving Camp Humphreys and the Pyeongtaek Communities

Volume 1, Issue 6

Camp Humphreys’ Family and Mo-

rale, Welfare and Recreation celebrat-

ed the opening of the new River Bend

Golf Course with a ribbon cutting cere-

mony April 1.

As a part of the Yongsan Relocation

Project, the new golf course was built

to replace the Sung Nam Golf Course,

located in Seoul, making it the newest

addition to one of many major project

accomplishments on Humphreys.

Humphreys Garrison Commander Col.

Scott Mueller gave opening remarks,

thanking all involved in the completion of

the golf course.

“Today we are joined to officially open

the River Bend Golf Course here at Camp

Humphreys,” said Mueller. “Last year,

Gen. Vincent Brooks (the former U.S.

Forces Korea commander) announced

that Sung Nam would close in November

and River Bend would open on April 1,

2019. And today, we are so proud and

excited to stand here to commemorate

the opening of this great facility.

“This project has been a long time

coming and it took the efforts of so

many people and organizations to bring

golf – and especially this level of golf –

to Camp Humphreys,” he said.

“Thank you ROK [Republic of Korea]

partners, for this wonderful facility and

for the hard work on the part of MURO

[Ministry of National Defense USFK Base

GOLF, continues on page 3

What’s Inside

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Remarkable

Employee –Corey M. Scott

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River Bend (cont.)

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Local communi-

ties join together to plant trees

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Cherry Blossoms

walking festival

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$5000 shopping

spree

By Maria Gallegos

USAG-H Public Affairs

Ribbon cutting officially commemorates new golf course

Participants commence in the ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the River Bend Golf Course, April 1. (U.S. Army photo by Kim Won-

hyeong, USAG-H Public Affairs Intern)

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REMARKABLE EMPLOYEE

Credit: Lisa Kim, USAG-H Public Affairs Intern

SAVE THE DATE:

Humphreys Family

and MWR

APRIL 20 EGGcellent Family Adventure Four Chaplain’s Memorial Chapel TIME: 1 p.m.

APRIL 26 MAGIC: The Gathering Downtown Recreation Center TIME: 7 p.m.

APRIL 27 Daebak Doubles Disc Golf Tournament RSVP: April 23 TIME: 10 a.m.—5 p.m.

MAY 4 Cinco de Mayo dining Flightline Tap Room TIME: 6 p.m.

Mariah Covington poses with Chicago Bears quarterback Chase

Daniel, during the USO-NFL tour at Camp Humphreys, April 6. Dan-

iel was one of four NFL players to visit Camp Humphreys. For more

photos and information, please click here USO-NFL.

USO-NFL Tour visits Camp Humphreys

Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Myles Jack signs a pennant as Bryce

Bear looks on, April 6. Jack was one of four NFL players to visit Camp

Humphreys. For more photos and information, please click here USO-

NFL. (U.S. Army photos by Steve Hoover, USAG-H Public Affairs)

U.S. Air Force retired, Corey

Michael Scott, who is currently

serving as the Postal Superin-

tendent at Camp Humphreys’

main post office, has been

nominated for his excellent

customer service and selfless

service in the workplace.

His work ethic and success:

“My favorite part about the job is helping our cus-

tomers,” said Scott. “It’s great to see them leave with a

smile.”

Scott emphasized the importance of teamwork and

diversity.

“We need teamwork. Without it, it would be harder

to achieve the mission. Every employee should be well-

rounded in the workplace. Learn from one another,

improvise and make it a better place to work everyday.

(Send your nominations to: usarmy.humphreys.imcom-

korea.mbx.usaghumphreyspao@mail.mil)

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Relocation Office], USFK T&R

[Transformation and Restationing],

Eighth Army and IMCOM [Installation

Management Command] to get us to

this moment. City of Pyeongtaek, thank

you for being great wonderful neighbors

and continued appreciation as our com-

munities continue to grow and develop

side by side,” Mueller added.

The golf course is open to all active

duty, Department of Defense civilians,

U.S. contractors and their Family mem-

bers. A pre-paid punch card is also avail-

able for Korean Nationals who are in the

U.S. Forces Korea Good Neighbor Pro-

gram.

“This is not only a great place to relax

and have great food, it also gives an

opportunity to grow and create relation-

ships within our community and part-

ners in the surrounding areas – to in-

clude younger generations,” said

Heather Ray, FMWR director.

“I think it’s important to start early in

building relationships. Currently, we are

working with Humphreys Child and

Youth Services and other on-post organ-

izations to work out a plan to offer golf

lessons for our youth, inside and outside

of the gate. We would like to get them

more involved with each other and learn

different cultures at a younger age.”

For more information on the golf

course, memberships, restaurant reser-

vations, please call 757-2278 or 0503-

357-2278 and visit https://

humphreys.armymwr.com/programs/

river-bend-golf-course

GOLF, continued from page 3

Hours of Operation

River Bend Golf Course

Monday – Sunday, 6 a.m.–8 p.m.

The White Heron at River Bend

Saturday, 5 p.m.–9 p.m.

River Bend Sports Pub

Sunday–Thursday, 11 a.m.–10 p.m.

Friday – Saturday, 11 a.m.–11 p.m.

Snack Bar

Monday, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.

Tuesday – Sunday, 6 a.m.–4 p.m.

The River Bend Golf Course comprises of an 18-hole, par 72 championship golf course with a

driving range, full practice facility including a 6-hole, par 3 course and golf lessons for adults

and children. The establishment also has large greens, practice putting greens, and an on-

course snack bar along with refreshment stands. The clubhouse features a pub, fine dining

and full beverage service, a pro shop, lockers, showers, sauna, and a shoe shine service. (U.S.

Army photos by Kim Won-hyeong, USAG-H Public Affairs Intern)

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On one of the first sunny days of spring, Pyeongtaek citizens,

Camp Humphreys Soldiers and their Families, united to provide

more greenery to the landscape of the Tongbok District in

Pyeongtaek, March 29.

“The city of Pyeongtaek has a plan to plant over one million

trees this year,” said Pyeongtaek Mayor Jung Jang-seon, during

the opening remarks at the event.

According to the mayor’s office, the city had multiple teams

planting trees simultaneously across the city, as part of the event.

Similar to the U.S. Arbor Day, nearly 20 Soldiers and their Fami-

lies attended the ceremony and participated in the tree planting

event. The importance of partnership between the Pyeongtaek

and Camp Humphreys community was heavily emphasized and

noted throughout the event.

During the ceremony, Col. Samuel Simpson, Eighth Army Civil

Affairs officer, mentioned the history of the community relation-

ships and the opportunity to participate.

“For 69 years we have been here with our friends from Korea,

to protect this great democracy and we are proud to be out here

today to participate in this event,” he said.

“To the mayor and city council, thank you for inviting us. We

are proud to be here today in an event that contributes to our

futures together, as we will spend many years here in Pyeongtaek

with its citizens, continuing to defend the Republic of Korea.”

After the opening ceremony, the attendees were provided with

various gardening tools, such as shovels, trowels, gloves, towels,

water, and trees to plant around the park.

It is through these ceremonies and events that help bring citi-

zens from America and South Korea a sense of togetherness.

Staff Sgt. Dana Cushionberry, 65th Medical Brigade combat

medic, felt grateful to participate and was thankful to give back to

the local community.

“I enjoy living and being a part of the Korean culture,” she said.

“Anytime there’s an opportunity to go out and contribute to the

community, we should all jump to it. The Korean culture and its

citizens are so welcoming. When they see us out here, they are

like ‘oh great, this is not a bad thing,’” said Cushionberry.

The tradition of planting trees in Korea, called “Sikmogil,”

which literally means “Planting Wood,” was considered an official

holiday until 2005, when it was removed from the South Korean

calendar.

To close out the event, the participants were treated to a Kore-

an traditional lunch fare of spicy pork, kimchi, bean soup and side

dishes.

Local communities come together to plant trees By Sgt. Christopher Dennis

USAG-H Public Affairs

The Pyeongtaek citizens,

Camp Humphreys Soldiers

and their Families united to

provide more greenery to

the landscape of the Tong-

bok District in Pyeongtaek,

March 29. More than 100

trees were planted, with the

city planning to plant one

million trees over the next

year. (U.S. Army photos by

Sgt. Christopher B. Dennis,

USAG-H Public Affairs)

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A Cherry Blossom Walking Festival was held at the Leisure

Sports Town of Lee Chung-dong in Pyeongtaek, April 6. The

Pyeongtaek citizens and nearly 80 Camp Humphreys Soldiers

and their Families participated in the event. Participants

walked a 3.6 mile course, had Korean noodles prepared by

the local community, and ended the day with raffle prizes

and celebratory performances. (U.S. Army photos by Kim

Won-hyeong, USAG-H Public Affairs)

Cherry Blossom Walking Festival

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Spc. Guy Johnson talks to his wife, Kayla, during their $5,000 shopping spree at the Camp Humphreys Exchange, April 2. (U.S. Army photos by Steve

Hoover, USAG-H Public Affairs)

When Kayla Johnson and her family

recently ate at the Family Mini Mall Sub-

way, one of the many Camp Humphreys

Subway locations, she had no idea that

the purchase was going to make her

$5000 richer.

Kayla, Spc. Guy Johnson wife, assigned

to Company B, 602nd Aviation Support

Battalion, 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade,

2nd Infantry Division, is the overall sec-

ond-prize winner of the Army & Air Force

Exchange Service’s Subway “Sip. Rip.

Win.” peel-and-win game.

She and her children, Annabelle and

Lorelei, were in Tennessee during the

April 2 ceremony. However, thanks to

Camp Humphreys Army spouse wins Exchange shopping spree

technology, she and the kids were able

to witness her husband accepting the

award on her behalf.

“On the day we won, we all sat down

and she peeled off the sticker from her

cup,” Guy said. “She asked me to check

and see how many zeros were on the

game piece. Once I verified what she

thought, we were very happy.”

Humphreys Garrison Commander,

Col. Scott W. Mueller, Humphreys Com-

mand Sgt. Maj. Antonio R. Lopez, Ex-

change Regional Vice President Rick Fair,

Humphreys Exchange General Manager

Scott Bonner and Main Store Manager

Debra Melton, presented the prize to the

Johnson’s.

After the ceremony, with his chil-

dren still talking to him over his

phone, Guy headed for the toy sec-

tion. After some deliberation, the first

item that went into his cart was a

“Tacocat.”

Exchange shoppers have a chance

to win more than 75,000 prizes worth

more than $532,000 awarded in this

OCONUS giveaway, to include shop-

ping sprees, Exchange gift cards and

thousands of instant-win Subway food

prizes. All prize claims must be re-

ceived at

www.exchangesubwaypromos.com by

May 20, or winner forfeits the prize.

By Steve Hoover

USAG-H Public Affairs