http://www.parks.army.mil/staff/pao.asp Golden Guidon Online 22 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT en-us 12 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT 20130312-ACP.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20130312-ACP.pdf On March 6, Camp Parks, SunCal and the City of Dublin conducted a groundbreaking ceremony to commemorate the start of construction for the new Access Control Point or Main Gate. 6 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT 20130306-AAH.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20130306-AAH.pdf On Friday Feb 22, the Camp Parks held its annual African American Heritage Celebration with speakers from the Buffalo Soldiers Motor Cycle Club of Sacramento and dance presentation from the Duniya Dance & Drum Company of San Francisco. 22 Jan 2013 07:00:00 GMT 20130122-AF.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20130122-AF.pdf WASHINGTON (Army News Service, Jan. 17, 2013) - In advance of possible extreme budget cuts that could arrive in March, Army leadership has called for an immediate hiring freeze and spelled out other pre-emptive measures meant to help the service prepare for a fiscal cliff. 22 Jan 2013 07:00:00 GMT 20130122-75CC.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20130122-75CC.pdf "It is a military tradition that General Officers [is] rendered appropriate military honors. These honors include the band playing Ruffles and Flourishes and a cannon salute by the salute battery." 23 Jan 2013 07:00:00 GMT 20130123-AAR.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20130123-AAR.pdf On December 18, 2012 Camp Parks Garrison Commander LTC (P) David James with the Garrison Command Sgt. Maj. Patrick McKie, DPTMS Director Richard Fielder and Training Management Coordinator Jose Rodriguez ceremoniously cut the ribbon to open building 677 for official use. 19 Dec 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20121219-TFT.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20121219-TFT.pdf With the generous contributions from the Camp Parks community the Parks Fire Department can again claim a successful "Toys for Tots" collection drive which began late November and ending December 15. 18 Dec 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20121218-TL.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20121218-TL.pdf It is the iconic vision of Christmas where during Holidays, families gather, children smiling in anticipation and a feeling of goodwill spreads throughout the community. 14 Dec 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20121214-CR.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20121214-CR.pdf Twenty minutes and fifty three seconds is not the fastest time ever for running a 5K but on Dec. 8 it was enough to finish first in a field of more than one hundred participants during the Camp Parks Cancer Awareness Run. 6 Dec 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20121206-NAH.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20121206-NAH.pdf On Friday Nov. 30th Camp Parks Celebrated The Native American Heritage by conducting one of it's many ethnic and cultural observances. 3 Dec 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20121203-NCOA.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20121203-NCOA.pdf Staff Sgt. Kiowana E. Williams (left to right), Sergeant 1st Class Michael Rivera, Staff Sgt Israel M. Guerrero and Sergeant 1st Class Jason R. Gochez present the National Colors and the Army Colors during the NFL Raiders team "Salute to Service" event honoring all members of the military. 3 Dec 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20121203-ROTC.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20121203-ROTC.pdf Standing on the edge of a 30ft ledge is terrifying but going over the side and jumping backwards takes physical courage. On Oct. 26, students from University of California Davis, Simpson University and Sacramento State came Camp to Parks to test their courage but more importantly they were here to learn. 3 Dec 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20121203-VD.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20121203-VD.pdf The Grand Marshall Sgt. (Ret) Victor Thibeylt, Pleasanton VFW and American Legion lead with the National Colors and all the Service Colors during the Nov 4. Veterans Day Celebration held at Pleasanton California. 26 Oct 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20121026-BR.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20121026-BR.pdf Early Saturday mornings are made for sleeping in but on Sept 29 a hearty few countered the comfort of a warm bed and pushed aside the natural desire to sleep to help the children of Camp Parks learn bicycle safety. 4 Oct 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20121004-MS.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20121004-MS.pdf On Sept. 18 the community of Camp Parks bid their last farewell to there departed Fire Chief Mark Shippee by conducting a memorial ceremony in his honor. 2 Oct 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20121002-FCU.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20121002-FCU.pdf A popular reference book says, "Initiative" means seeing something that needs to be done and starting it. It means taking the first step rather than waiting for someone else or a "better time." 2 Oct 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20121002-SUL.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20121002-SUL.pdf On Sept. 27 the Camp Parks Community gathered together in solidarity for a morning 3k walk during the Army wide "Stand-Up for Life" suicide stand down day. 25 Sep 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20120925-SP.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20120925-SP1.pdf You Are Not Alone 25 Sep 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20120925-SCC.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20120925-SCC.pdf On Sept. 12 Camp Parks hosted the annual U.S. Army Reserve Command Senior Leaders Conference which included Commanders of all Regional Support Commands, Reserve Garrison Commands Mission & Installation Contracting Command and representatives from Installation Management Command. 16 Aug 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20120816-THM.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20120816-THM.pdf Command Sgt. Maj. Patrick Mckie addresses the staff and employees during the August 9 employee town hall meeting. During the meeting the command group answered employee concerns and briefed the way ahead. Staff members were recognized for performance and presented time in service certificates. Also, new and outgoing personnel were recognized during the Hail and Farewell portion of the town hall meeting. 6 Aug 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20120806-MP.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20120806-MP.pdf About a year and half ago, Chaplain Mathew Holder stood on an empty patch of land talking to the outgoing Garrison Commander discussing the idea of putting a memorial walk on Camp Parks. 2 Aug 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20120802-LRC.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20120802-LRC.pdf In a constant quest to improve soldier services Camp Parks Command officially opened the Post Laundromat on July 12 at building 398 on the corner of Davis and 10th street. 1 Aug 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20120801-PS.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20120801-PS.pdf As part of an annual training requirement to qualify of the issued firearms the Camp Parks Police Department conducted a range shoot on July 18-19 at the Livermore Rod and Gun Club. 12 Jul 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20120712-RP.jpg /command/policy.asp Did you know that there is a recycling program here on Camp Parks? 12 Jul 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20120712-TIOG.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20120712-TIOG.pdf On June 24, 2 p.m. The Theater Information Operations Group conducted an Assumption of Command at the Camp Parks Parade field with Lt. Col. Michael J. Vargas assuming command. Maj. Gen. Mari K. Eder who is the Commanding General for the U.S. Army Reserve Joint and Special Troops Support Command presided over the assumption of Command with the Soldiers of the 152nd TIOG rendering honors. 21 Jun 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20120621-RFTF.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20120621-RFTF.pdf As part of the U.S. Army 237th birthday Camp Parks kicked off a week of events by conducting a "Run For the Fallen" on June 9. "Run for the Fallen" is a nationally organized commemoration that is intended to remember those who have died during the war in Iraq but Parks has also dedicated the run for all who gave their lives in all wars that the United States has fought in. 30 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20120430-CC.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20120430-CC.pdf Col. Stradford of 5th Brigade 75th Division, LTC James, Commander of Camp Parks Garrison and Private 1st Class Corr cut the ceremonial birthday cake during the Camp Parks celebration of the Army Reserve 104th on April 24. 30 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20120430-MOMC.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20120430-MOMC.pdf On April 21, the Camp Parks Family Moral, Welfare and Recreation celebrated Month of the Military Child with a festival at the post housing area from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 30 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20120430-ED.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20120430-ED.pdf On April 20, Camp Parks Department of Public Works environmental section conducted an Earth Day expo to highlight the Camp's efforts to going green. 5 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20120405-TBD.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20120405-TBD.pdf The Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA's) National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Saturday, April 28th. More than 5,300 sites nationwide have joined the effort that seeks to prevent pill abuse and theft. This is hundreds more sites than were established for the event in the past. The free event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 4 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20120404-WHM.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20120404-WHM.pdf Brigadier General Megan Tatu, Commander of 5th Brigade, 75th Division speaks during Camp Parks Women's History celebration on March 14, 2012. This year the theme for Women's History was "Women's Education — Women's Empowerment". BG Tatu spoke of the catalyst that propelled her into a military career. 3 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20120403-AER.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20120403-AER.pdf Army Emergency Relief 26 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT 20120323-FC.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20120323-FC.pdf Lt. Col. David James Garrison Commander of the Parks Reserve Forces Training Area with Congressman Jerry McNerney. Tracy Reid the FuelCell representative and Nick Josefik of the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development cut the ribbon to commemorate the official start of the high efficiency generator that provides ultra low emission electrical power to Camp Parks. 2 Mar 2012 07:00:00 GMT 20120302-BH.jpg http://www.parks.army.mil/goldenguidon/pdf/20120302-BH.pdf On Thursday February 21, Camp Parks celebrated the annual Black History Heritage month with a special guest speaker, a virtuoso bassist and food sampling of soul food provided by a local restaurant. Command Sgt Maj. Connie Commenia (upper left inset), who was the guest speaker spoke about the contributions and sacrifices black women in the Army.