August 2, 2012 Shelton Mason County Journal | ![]() |
©
Shelton Mason County Journal. All rights reserved. Upgrade to access Premium Tools
PAGE 11 (11 of 20 available) PREVIOUS NEXT Jumbo Image Save To Scrapbook Set Notifiers PDF JPG
August 2, 2012 |
|
Website © 2025. All content copyrighted. Copyright Information Terms Of Use | Privacy Policy | Request Content Removal | About / FAQ | Get Acrobat Reader ![]() |
Shelton native keeps
security at forefront
BY SGT. JAMES MERCURE
Special to the Journal
After three deployments as an infantry machine
gunner, Sgt. Perry M. Boykin wanted nothing
more than to get back to the fight. So when an op-
portunity to head to Afghanistan as an individual
augment came his way, he jumped at the chance.
Now operating as the security manager noncom-
missioned officer, Boykin is responsible for screen-
ing appropriate security clearances and control-
ling the flow of sensitive information within the
Regional Command Southwest compound.
"I'll take the request for our computer net-
work use and judge whether or not it should be
approved," said Boykin, a 26-year-old Shelton na-
tive. "Our office maintains the security of this com-
pound. Whether it's physical security or network
security, we take care of it."
.Transitioning from his role as a combat-hard-
ened infantry squad leader to working as a secu-
rity manager has been a challenge for Boykin, but
he takes the same '!grunt" work ethic to his new
role.
"You have to be meticulous with the job," said
Boykin. "You have to be stern and confident as
well because if you allow people to walk all over
you, the security of this compound is compromised
and I won't let that happen."
During previous deployments with the 13th and
15th Marine Expeditionary Unit as well as lst
Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, Boykin learned
how to lead in 'any situation.
"On the MEU, my guys and I taught the Jor-
danian Army how to shoot, move and communi-
cate and we also taught the Indonesian Marines
the same principles of war fighting," Boykin said.
"Anytime we went through pirated waters on ship,
our section would man the machine gun posts and
wait to see if any would-be pirates would be dumb
enough to try something," he said with a laugh.
"In Iraq, we patrolled hundreds of times doing
everything from killing bad guys to protecting a
school while it was being built for Iraqi children,"
Boykin added.
Following the long-standing tradition of mili-
tary service in his family, Boykin always knew he
wanted to be part of the military. But he joined the
Marine Corps to have a more challenging life.
"I joined the military to follow my family tradi-
tion. I joined the Marine Corps for the challenge
and I joined the infantry because I wanted to fight.
I became a machine gunner because it seemed like
the hardest part" of the infantry but definitely the
most fun," Boykin said.
A husband and father of two, Boykin still finds
time while deployed to make time for his family.
"I talk with my daughters as often as I can and
the best advice I can give them is to listen to their
mom and to help out as much as they can while
daddy is away," Boykin said. "I miss them, but
what we do out here is important and they will
hopefully understand when they're older."
Park plays host to
ShellFest 2012
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Com-
mission and the Washington State Parks Foundation
invite the public to attend ShellFest 2012 at Potlatch
State Park in Mason County.
ShellFest 2012 will run from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Aug. 4 at Potlatch State Park, 21020 North U.S. High-
way 101 in Shelton. The event will feature fun for the
whole family, including low-tide walks guided by local
experts, maritime music by Hank Cramer and Mary
Garvey, touch tanks, ice tables, children's activities,
craft booths, videos, special presentation featuring
Native American culture presentation by the Skokom-
ish Tribe and the storytelling by Delbert Miller of the
Skokomish Tribe, and lunch provided by Washington's
shellfish growers.
Lunch is free with donations going to benefit the
Washington State Parks Foundation. Admission to the
event is free. The Discover Pass is required for vehicle
access to the event.
, Additional event sponsors include the Department
of Ecology, the Department of Health, the Skokomish
Tribe, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra-
tion (NOAA), the Pacific Shellfish Growers Association
(PCSGA), Taylor Shellfish, Washington Sea Grant,
Washington BEACH Program and Washington State
University-Mason County Extension. This first-time
event is part of Gov. Chris Gregoire's Washington
Shellfish Initiative aimed at restoring and protecting
shellfish beds in Puget Sound.
Shellfish have had a significant influence shaping
Washington's cultural and culinary identity. They con-
tinue to be an immensely important recreational, com-
mercial and tribal resource, and their future depends
on all of us doing our part to keep Puget Sound clean
and healthy. Come learn more about Washington's
strong unique shellfish heritage.
Potlatch State Park is a 57-acre camping park with
5,700 feet of saltwater shoreline on Hood Canal. The
park's beautiful grounds are home to a variety of ac-
tivities, from interpretive programs for kids to boating
and shellfish harvesting.
Washington State Parks Foundation is the only
statewide independent non-profit organization dedicat-
ed to protecting, enhancifig and advocating for Wash-
ington's outstanding state parks.
Bunco night to take place
A family Bunco night will Prizes will be awarded
take place from 6:30-8:30 for the most Buncos, the
p.m. on Aug. 24 at the PUD most wins, the most loses.
auditorium, located at 2621 In the event of a tie, there
W. Johns Prairie Road. will be a roll-off to deter-
Proceeds from the event mine the winner.
benefit Turning Pointe Do- Light snacks and refresh-
mestic Violence Center. A ments will be provided.
donation of $5 is requested The event is a senior proj-
for each two,person team. oct of a Shelton High School
The minimum age to par- student. For more informa-
ticipate is 8. tion, call or text 481-7495.
CALENDAR
Saturday member to cast your vote! Community Club will
8 a.m.-2 p.m., Bake and Trosper Sam's, a Mason hold a monthly potluck
Rummage Fundraiser at County Good Sam's RV club, dinner at the club build-
1914 Grant School on Corn- is planning atwo-nightcamp ing, located near the Lil-
munity Club Road. Proceeds out Aug. 7-8 at Bayshore RV liwaup Store (28621 N.
support historic school. For Park in Tokeland. Interested U.S. Highway 101). Social
more information, call 427- individuals can call 426- hour begins at 6 p.m. and
2522. 9217 or 427-7189. the dinner begins at 6:30
p.m. For more informa-
Tuesday Thursday, Aug. 9 tion call 877-6213.
Primary election - re- 6 p.m., the Lilliwaup 7 p.m. Music in the Park
Smoke Stack BB(
10-6 Mon-Th, 10-7 Fri-Sun
Visit
William J. Busacca, S
• Now a Preferred Provider o
for all Delta Dental plans •
• Friendly Staff •
' Always Free Nitrous •
Oral Sedation available
No high pressure sales
No add-ons to your dental work
Most experienced local
cosmetic dentist
THURSDAY 8/9 SINGLE BILL
ONE NIGHT ONLY
GREASE SING-A-LONG
5 & under FREE • 6-11 $2 • 12 & up $7
William J. Busacca, DDS, PS
Voted one of America's Top Dentists!
Now a PREFERRED PROVIDER for
Washington Dental Service~Delta dental plans
1525 Olympic Highway North, in Shehon
iliiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiii $49
&
Special
New
patients ,
only.
sponsored by Skookum Ro-
tary at Post Office Park in
Shelton. This week's musical
guest is the ForEvergreen
String Band.
by Sarah Newman, D.C.
TEEN-SPORT CONCUSSION RISK
As believers in the nervous
system's ability
to maintain and
restore health,
chiropractors
are concerned
a b o u t
preserving the
well-being of
the nervous
system's
"c o m m a n d Sarah Newman, D.C.
center," the
brain. In recent year~, there has
been a lot of attention paid to
concussions and their detrimental
effects. When parents think about
their children's risk of sustaining a
sports-related concussion, football
primarily comes to mind. However,
it should be noted that, while nearly
half (47%) of all concussions
experienced by high school athletes
happen in football, other sports also
rose considerable risk. In particular,
girls' soccer and basketball and
boys' wrestling, ice hockey, and
lacrosse are the sports with the
greatest risk of head injury. Injured
kids shouldn't return to sports until
fully healed.
Are your children involved in
sports? If you're interested in safe,
conservative care for yourself and
your loved ones, give NEWMAN
FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC a
call at 360.426.3886 to schedule
an appointment. We have the
experience and expertise to give
you the care you need. Let us help
¢ou! You deserve to live life without
)ann. Let us make a difference for
/our good health and comfort right
now and in the future. We're located
at 2211 Jefferson St.
ES. Concussion symptoms include
headache, dizziness, nausea, ringing
in the ears, fatigue, and confusion.
www.newmanfamilychiro.com
armony
ill
l
survivors
l
ir
Harmony Hill Retreat Center will host the third an-
nual Survivorship Fair and Open House from 9 a.m.-5
p.m. on Aug. 25 at its Union campus.
The free event is open to anyone seeking information
on cancer survivorship resources and tools, as well as to
anyone who is interested in learning more about cancer
prevention, healthy living and wellness.
The fair will feature various topics and speakers,
, including Deanna Minich, Ph.D., who will present two
sessions on nutrition, Breast Health Update with breast
surgeon Lori
Eakin, M.D., "We are gratefuE
and keynote
speaker, author to have the
and Hospital
Chaplain Rev. suppo~"tof
Debra Jarvis,
who will be pro-our sponsors~
senting "If it's
not about the WhO have
hair then what
is it about?"demonstrated
Other work-
shop offerings their commitment
include outdoor
tan ji, aquapon-
ics, chair yoga, to patient caret
nutrition and
whole foods, as wetM as to the
an introduc- .~.~ ~=o . g~
tion and tour of~=Q~U ~ |-~V~
Harmony Hill's
three labyrinths and ongoing expressive arts throughout
the day on the veranda of the Elmer and Katharine Nor-
dstrom Great Hall. There will also be a free whole foods
lunch served for all attendees.
'%Ve believe that presenting this information can ben-
efit not only those who have had a cancer diagnosis, but
also those who are seeking better and healthier lifestyles,"
said Cindy Shank, program director at Harmony Hill.
The event is co-sponsored by Harmony Hill Retreat Cen-
ter, Harrison Foundation, Franciscan Health System, Kitsap
Cancer Services and Providence Regional Cancer System.
"We are grateful to have the support of our sponsors,
who have demonstrated their commitment to patient
care, as well as to the community," Shank said. "It is im-
portant to share these important resources. Participants
will leave this event with information and tools that will
empower them in making decisions that can improve the
quality of their health."
Pro register by calling 898-2363, ext. 13, or by email-
ing programs@harmonyhill.org
Country Style Boneless
PORK RIBS
112 lb. with one side order, just
|5.951
N~
Slow-smoked Traeger
BBQ
• Ribs • Pulled Pork • Brisket
Purdy Creek Espresso
Est. 1991
6-6 Mon-Fri, 7-7 Sat-Sun
15230 N, Hwy. 101, just N of Shelton
426-0157
[ Stt[[lt) CI [,IIAS ]
www.sheltoncinemas.com [
The Dark /
J
Daily 2:45, 6:00pm
I Additional Shows
~ I~..~~13 Fri-Sat 9:lOpm
I Serving allergenic, fair trade espresso drinks
www,skylinedrive.in,com
MON 8/6 -- WeD 8/8
~ GREASE
Sing-
A.Long
First 250 Pre-Registered receive
T-Shirt, Dash Plaque, Racing Ticket fo=
GH Raceway, Raffle Ticket & More
For More Information: 360-482-3055
or www.elmachamber.org
Shelton-Mason
~,~,~,~,[i~iiiii~¸¸ ~ iiiiiiiiii~iii~i~!iiii~ii~ii~iiiii~iiii!!~!!!!i!!iii!i~iiii~i~iiii!i!iii~ii~iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii~~
Where's The Fun?
To Advertise call
426-4412
I~,i Shetton:Mason County ll
County Journal- Thursday, Au9. 2,2012 - Pa9e B-3