running it out

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. - After the completion of the Army versus Space wing Agencies co-ed softball game, both teams line up for a congratulatory high five Aug. 31 here. The Army defeated the Space Wing Agencies 6-1. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Angelina DellaRocco-Rukavina)

Running it out

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. - - Bolting for first base Tony Zielinko , a member of the Joint Functional Component Command for Space team, kicks up a plume of dirt of chalk and dirt during a Over-30 softball league game Aug. 31 here. JFCC-Space beat the 30th Civil Engineer Squadron team 10-6. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Angelina DellaRocco-Rukavina)

Grilling with diamonds

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Dorm residents take advantage of the opportunity to enjoy a free meal here Aug. 28 during a barbecue sponsored by Vandenberg's first sergeants. The barbecue was an informal event held in an effort to give the Airmen the chance to meet with the first sergeants in a relaxed environment. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Heather R. Shaw)

Sculpting balloons

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Ema Warren, who is the daughter of 2nd Lt. Aaron Warren of the 392nd Training Squadron, patiently waits while 2nd Lt. Monique Brown forms a balloon flower for her during the Texas Blowout here Aug. 21. Last year's Texas Blowout event helped raise $20,000 for the Operation Kids' Christmas event. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Lee)

Vandenberg celebrates Cultural Heritage Day

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Team V members were afforded the opportunity to learn a native hula dance during Cultural Heritage Day here Aug. 20. The event, sponsored by the Vandenberg Equal Opportunity Office, provided the chance to experience performances and taste foods from many different cultures. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Heather R. Shaw)

Vandenberg celebrates Cultural Heritage Day

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Taking advantage of the opportunity to try foods that they might not eat otherwise, Team V members venture through the buffet line of foods from different areas of the world during Cultural Heritage Day here Aug 20. The event, sponsored by the Vandenberg Equal Opportunity Office, highlighted the diversity of the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Heather R. Shaw)

Fitness Center holds triathlon for Team V

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Michael Necessary pushes hard during the 20-kilometer bike ride portion of Vandenberg's triathalon here Aug. 16. Necessary, along with teammates Steve Bauer and Megan Lundstrom, took second place for the Team Division. The three athletes finished the 400-meter swim, 20-kilometer bike ride and 5-kilometer run in 1 hour, 8 minutes, 21 seconds. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Lee)

Fitness Center holds triathlon for Team V

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Working on her last lap, Diane Almodovar smoothly swims through the water during the 400-meter swim portion of Vandenberg's triathalon here Aug. 16. The triathalon also included a 20-kilometer bike ride and 5-kilometer run. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Lee)

GMD takes 30-and-Over title

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Warren Watties of the Ground-based Midcourse Defense team attempts to block a 30th Medical Group team member during the 30-and-Over Basketball League Championship game at the fitness center here Aug. 10. The GMD were victorious with a score of 70-67. For more information about intramural sports, call the fitness center at 606-3832. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Angelina DellaRocco-Rukavina)

GMD takes 30-and-Over title

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- During a timeout, members of the 30th Medical Group team take a break before starting the second quarter of the 30-and-Over Basketball League Championship game at the fitness center here Aug. 10. The Ground-based Midcourse Defense team won the championship game 70-67. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Angelina DellaRocco-Rukavina)

GMD takes 30-and-Over title

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Pulling for a jump shot, Fred McCree of the 30th Medical Group team shoots over a Ground-based Midcourse Defense defender during the 30-and-Over Basketball League Championship game at the fitness center here Aug. 10. The GMD was victorious with a score of 70-67. For more information about intramural sports, call the fitness center at 606-3832.

FSS offers boxing workout

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. – Observing his technique, Dominique Cutrer, who works in the 30th Medical Operations Squadron, practices in front of the mirror at the Vandenberg Boxing Club on Aug. 5. Cutrer competed in the 8th Annual Desert Showdown National Tournament in Palm Springs, Calif., finishing in second place. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Kerelin Molina)

Horse owner's make Saddle Club home

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. – Displaying one of his four horses, John Moren, the Vandenberg Saddle Club treasurer, stands with family members, Kelly Moren and Kelsey Moren-Callabresi at the Saddle Club here July 30. The Saddle Club is a members-only club for horse owners. The club features scenic trails for horse riding and 52 individual barns spread out over more than 37 acres of land. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Steve Bauer)

Mud run rinsing

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- A Team V participant rinses off after the Vandenberg Warrior Challenge Mud Run that took place June 30 here. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Vanessa Valentine)

Mud doesn't stop 'em

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Members of Team V take part in the Vandenberg Warrior Challenge Mud Run on June 30 here. Approximately 1,200 runners ran the five-mile course, which covered paved roads, off-road vehicle trails and the base obstacle course. Sixty teams participated in the event. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Vanessa Valentine)

King, queen ride for Convalescent Care

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- King and queen for a day, Florina Glidden and Carl Robertson take part in the Lompoc Valley Flower Festival June 27 in Lompoc, Calif. The city of Lompoc holds two events each year, the Spring Arts Festival in April and the Flower Festival in June. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Kerelin Molina)

Big man, big weight

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. – With 675 pounds pulling at the bar and his upper body, Sgt. Eduardo Rojas, a 30th Security Forces Squadron military working dog trainer, finishes his set of deadlifts at the Fitness Center here June 4. Sergeant Rojas was part of a three-member team from the 30th Security Forces Squadron that had competed and scored high in the United States Powerlifting Federation Military Nationals Championship at Venice Beach, Calif., May 23. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Steve Bauer)

Making squats look easy

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. – Using all of his strength, Staff Sgt. Sean Yargus, a 30th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, completes a squat lift while Staff Sgt. Eduardo Rojas, a 30th SFS military working dog trainer, watches carefully from behind to make sure the lift went smoothly at the Fitness Center here June 4. Sergeants Rojas and Yargus were part of a three-member team from the 30th SFS that competed and scored high in the United States Powerlifting Federation Military Nationals Championship at Venice Beach, Calif., May 23. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Steve Bauer)

Honoring a hero

LOS OSOS, Calif.-- A joint honor guard transports Navy Commander Duane Wolfe's casket to the Los Osos Memorial Gardens cemetery June 2. Commander Wolfe was killed by a roadside bomb outside of Fallujah, Iraq May 25. Commander Wolfe, a Naval Reservist, worked at Vandenberg as the civilian deputy for the 30th Mission Support Group.(U.S. Air Force Photo/ Senior Airman Stephanie Longoria)

Honoring a hero

LOS OSOS, Calif, -- Mourners come to say their final farewell to fallen Navy Commander Duane Wolfe June 2 at a Memorial Ceremony held in Los Osos Calif. Commander Wolfe, a member of the Navy Reserves, was the civilian deputy commander of the 30th Mission Support Group at Vandenberg. (Air Force Photo/Staff Sgt. Vanessa Valentine)

Healthy balance of activites

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif.-- Twelve-year-old Khamis Peoples participates in balance beam exercises during gymnastics class at the youth center here April 23. Khamis excels in school, sports and is involved in numerous community programs. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Heather R. Shaw)

Recognition of service

VISALIA, Calif. -- Air Force veteran Michael McKinney thanks his wife Bertha McKinney for her support and advocacy that led to his receipt of a Purple Heart April 13. Mr. McKinney earned the medal when he was injured by a mortar attack during the Vietnam War. Due to paperwork issues, he was delayed receiving the medal for 41 years. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Airman 1st Class Heather R. Shaw)

Care bear

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Kloe Hendricks learns a little about fire safety from Smokey the Bear during Fire Safety Day at Cocheo Park here April 10. The event, which was hosted by the 30th Civil Engineer Squadron's fire department, was held to teach children about the dangers of fire and how to react if around one. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Lee)

Frisbee tournament

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Lt. Col. Michael Dombrowski, the 30th Space Communications Squadron commander, defends Airman Randolph Patterson, also with 30th SCS, during an ultimate Frisbee match April 3 at the base track. Sports days are one of the many events used to build moral within squadrons. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Antoinette Lyons)