USS Louisiana SSBN 743 (G)

The Louisiana Lookout Newsletter

November 2012

Letter from the CO

Louisiana (Gold) Families, Greetings The end of October brought Hurricane Sandy to our shores; this powerful storm has left many portions of the east coast without power, considerable damage to property and loss of lives. Many LOUISIANA families have friends and loved ones in the affected areas and I hope that each of you have had the chance to ensure the people you care about are well. As our nation fights through this and recovers, it gives us time to reflect and think about our individual family readiness. The northwest is no stranger to fall storms and occasional earthquakes are you and your family ready to deal with these likely problems? Simple things like changing smoke detector batteries quarterly and testing them; ensuring you have adequate water and food in case of power outages; ensuring your vehicle is in peak condition; and having an escape plan from your home in case of emergency are basic things that are essential to being ready in case of problems. The month of October went by very fast for the crew; with November here at our doorstep, the crew is in the middle of our Pre-Deployment Training Period. This is a busy and important period where the crew trains and certifies to deploy the ship to accomplish our national tasking. The crew accomplished a lot in the past month. Notably, the crew did an outstanding job getting the ship prepared for the BLUE crew patrol, all while conducting very challenging training at the Trident Training Facility. I am very proud of the crews efforts and they are on track to be ready for our upcoming refit. Early in November, I, along with three other crewmembers will be traveling to the great state of Louisiana as part of a ship namesake visit. We will visit New Orleans to meet with the family of the ships sponsor, give a presentation to the NROTC students at Tulane University and travel to Baton Rouge to participate in a Veterans Day parade. This is a great opportunity for LOUISIANA to give back to the community and we are excited to represent the crew.

The command will start a well-deserved leave period starting Friday, 2 November at 1600 and ending Monday, 19 November at 0730. With the fall weather truly here, it is always good to plan your travel in advance and have a contingency plan in case the weather turns worse. If you are driving long distances, plan reasonable travel times back here and if in trouble, make sure to call your supervisor to keep us informed of your intentions. The safety, welfare and enjoyment of hard-earned leave are very important to me and my number one priority during the leave period is to make sure we all return safely, recharged and ready to tackle the challenges ahead. CDR Rob Peters Commanding Officer USS LOUISIANA SSBN-743 (GOLD)

Contact Information
COMMANDING OFFICER: CDR Rob Peters EXECUTIVE OFFICER: LCDR Keith Floyd CHIEF OF THE BOAT: CMDCM Dave Janowski

COMMAND SUPPORT TEAM COs Wife Sarah Peters hello.sarahjo@yahoo.com XOs Wife Jennifer Floyd jwfloyd13@yahoo.com COB'S Wife Allison Janowski (360) 550-4092 allijanowski@gmail.com Ombudsman Shiloh E. Mahmood 360-598-0587 (H) 860-218-5001 (M)
ombud743gold@yahoo.com

COBs Corner
LOUISIANA (GOLD) Families, Greetings. This month has been busy; we have exercised the officers and crew in a variety of trainers and scenario based evaluations. As expected, LOUISIANA completed this task with high marks; the crew is made up of highly intelligent, resourceful and committed men whose professionalism is second to none. We have come to expect nothing short of excellence from our crew and continue to receive the same. This month we selected our Sailors of the Quarter and Year and the results are: YN3 Elliott Eagerton Blue Jacket of the Quarter MM3 Thompson Blue Jacket of the Year MM2 Matthew Bombard Junior Sailor of the Quarter MT2 Alan Topp Junior Sailor of the Year MM1 Matthew Pierjok Sailor of the Quarter LS1 Christopher Schmitt Sailor of the Year MT2 Topp was also selected as the Submarine Squadron SEVENTEEN Junior Sailor of the Year. BRAVO ZULU and congratulations to each of the selectees, their accomplishments speak for themselves. Additionally, CS1 and Marjorie Brown welcomed their first child, Violet Grace, congratulations to the both of them. Our leave period starts on the 2nd of November and runs for several weeks, ending on 19 November. This is a great opportunity to spend some great quality time with our loved ones. Please remember to be safe, our roads are getting wet and can be slick. The leave period can only be successful if each one of us put safety in the forefront of our thoughts. If you find yourself in a moment of adversity, take the time to assess and evaluate the situation to best place your family in a safe place. Our off-crew period thus far has been highly beneficial to the ship and our families. As continue down this path, I ask each of you to be vigilant, the holiday season is nearly upon us and the hustle and bustle is beginning. Please be sure to contact the Ombudsman and/or Family Support Group if you have questions, concerns or are looking for resources on base, they are a great team of individuals who are fully aware of services and benefits the Navy has for our families. CMDCM Dave Janowski Chief of the Boat USS LOUISISNA SSBN-743 (GOLD)

November 2012
November 11th Veterans Day (Armistice Day) November 11th 1981 - Commissioning of first Trident-class Nuclear Powered Fleet Ballistic Missile Submarine, USS Ohio (SSBN-726). November 15th 1960 - First Fleet Ballistic Missile Submarine, USS George Washington (SSBN-598), leaves Charleston, SC, on initial fleet ballistic missile patrol. November 22nd Thanksgiving Day November 25th 1775 - Continental Congress authorizes privateering. November 28th 1775 - Congress adopts first rules for regulation of the "Navy of the United Colonies."

Happy Birthday!
Isaac Hoff Cole Janowski Connor Kerbel Gavin Rittenhouse Michael Rowland Ella Wedgewood

Congratulations!
YN3 Elliott Eagerton Blue Jacket of the Quarter MM3 Thompson Blue Jacket of the Year MM2 Matthew Bombard Junior Sailor of the Quarter MT2 Alan Topp Junior Sailor of the Year MM1 Matthew Pierjok Sailor of the Quarter LS1 Christopher Schmitt Sailor of the Year

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Family Readiness Group

The FRG will be having their next meeting on Thursday, November 29, at 6:30pm. Location is TBD! Child care will be available for $3 per family. Please e-mail the FRG if you will be needing child care. Alexis Fox will be winterizing the planter on November 13th at 8:00 PM (after the Trigger Avenue Gate closes) and would love your help. This is a big project to do alone, so the more hands helping, the faster it will be done! Hope to see you there! Due to the hustle and bustle this time of year brings, fundraisers have been postponed until after the holidays. Save the date and join us for Brunch with Santa on Saturday, December 8th! This event will be potluck and a ton of fun for the kids! Details to come. Updates for the FRG are sent out through email and posted on the FRG facebook page. If you are not on the email list, please email Miranda Tagaloa at LouisianaFRG743@yahoo.com.

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Pacific Edge Outfitter (PEO) Black Friday Sale Friday, Nov. 23 @ 10:30 am - 4:30 pm Olympic Lanes Bowling Specials Check out our November specials! November is Month of the Military Family Check out F&FR special events! Lunch & Bowl "HALF OFF" Bowling Special Sept. 1 Nov. 30 Bangor Olympic Lanes & Bremerton Rec Center 360.535.5917 or 360.476.3178 American Red Cross CPR & First Aid Class Nov. 3 & Dec. 8 Fleet & Family Support Classes October - December Classes Snowshoes Treks 2012 - Mt. Rainier - Paradise: Nov. 17 - Register online - Hurricane Ridge: Dec. 27 - Register online - Mt. Tahoma South: Jan. 5 - Register online - Obstruction Peak Trail: Jan. 26 - Register online - Mt. Rainier Longmire: Feb. 9 - Register online - Salmon Le Sac: Feb. 23 - Register online - Mt. Tahoma North: Mar. 2 - Register online

FREE - Turkey Toss Nov. 16 @ 7 - 8 pm @ Bremerton Recreation Center Navy Band Northwest Holiday Concerts - Dec. 5 @ Bremerton High School Performing Arts Center - Dec. 8 @ Oak Harbor High School Auditorium - Dec. 9 @ Everett Performing Arts Center

VETERANS DAY DISCOUNTS 2012

**FREE MEALS ON VETERANS DAY OLIVE GARDEN Veterans Eat Free. Olive Garden Restaurants offer a free meal (with proof of service) from a list of several entrees on a special menu. This special is scheduled for Monday, November 12, 2012. Additionally, some Olive Garden restaurants will also give out a $10 gift card to veterans for a future visit. APPLEBEES Military Veterans and Active-Duty Service Members will be able to eat FREE at any Applebees across the U.S. on Veterans Day, Sunday, November 11, 2012. There will be six entres available from the menu. Guests will be asked to show one or more of the following as proof of Service: a U.S. Uniform Services Identification Card, a U.S. Uniform Services Retired Identification Card, Current Leave and Earnings Statement, Veterans Organization Card, a photograph in uniform, or wearing a uniform in person. For more information about Veterans Day at Applebees, visit the Applebees website http://www.applebees.com/vetDay/default.aspx GOLDEN CORRAL Golden Corral's 9th annual Military Appreciation Monday dinner will be held on Monday, November 12, 2012, from 4 to 9 pm in all Golden Corral restaurants nationwide. The FREE dinner meal is a special "thank you tribute" to any person who has ever served in the United States Military. If you are a veteran, retired, currently serving, in the National Guard or Reserves, you are invited to join us for Golden Corral's Military Appreciation Monday dinner. To date, Golden Corral restaurants have provided over 2.2 million free meals and contributed over $3.3 million to the Disabled American Veterans organization. CHILIS FREE meal, Veterans Day, Sunday, Nov 11, 2012. Chilis is offering all Military Veterans past and present their choice of one of 6 meals. This offer is available during business hours at participating Chilis in the U.S. only. Dine-in from limited menu only; beverages and gratuity not included. All Desserts priced $5.oo for Veterans and active duty military. Simply show proof of military service. See flier for more information. HOOTERS FREE Meal, Veterans Day, Sunday, Nov 11, 2012. Hooters is serving up 10 free boneless wings to military veterans all day on Veterans Day. Offer good for all veterans and active duty military personnel. Offer valid at participating Hooters, Dine-in only; open to all active duty and military veterans with valid military ID or proof of military service. Drink purchase required. For more information, visit, www.HootersVeteransDay.com.

Interested in becoming an Ombudsman?

If you are interested in learning more about the program or applying to be an Ombudsman, please contact me at 360-598-0587 or email at ombud743gold@yahoo.com. Position for co-Ombudsman available NOW! I will be stepping down in January. Thank you! Shiloh Mahmood

Veterans Day Discounts continued

TEXAS ROADHOUSE FREE meal, Veterans Day, Monday, Nov 12, 2012. Offer varies by location; our local Texas Roadhouse is offering a free meal from opening until 4pm. Other locations may vary in offer, hours, or availability. Call ahead to your local restaurant for more information. Visit the web site for locations and participation. http://www.texasroadhouse.com SUBWAY Free Six Inch Sub. Many Subway locations offer a free six inch sub to military veterans on Veterans Day, November 11, 2010. However, Subway restaurants are franchises, so this offer may only be available in select locations. Please contact your local Subway for more information regarding Veterans day specials. KRISPY KREME DOUGHNUT Free doughnut. Available only at participating Krispy Kreme stores. Offer available to all active-duty, retirees & veterans on Veterans Day, Sunday November 11, 2012. Be sure to call ahead to verify your local Krispy Kreme is participating. Dennys Restaurants All-you-can-eat Pancakes. Participating Dennys restaurants will be offering an all-you-can-eat pancakes meal on Monday, Nov 12, 2012. Remember to call ahead and verify that your local Dennys is participating.

Quick Links to Remember

www.myffr.navyaims.com www.militaryonesource.com www.navylifepnw.com http://www.gocompass.org/kitsap.html

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Ombudsman Contact Information: ombud743gold@yahoo.com Shiloh E. Mahmood 360-598-0587 (H) 860-218-5001 (M)