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Master Sgt. Michael Pate (red, white, and blue instructor jersey), the 446th Security Forces Squadron NCO in charge of training, educates a group of security forces Reservists on all-terrain-vehicle basic riding and safety, July 14, 2013. Pate is also a certified ATV instructor. The ATV is one of the vehicles a security forces Airman might need in the field. For that reason, and because 446th SFS Reservists are deployable, they are required to take the ATV course every two to three years. Some of the 446th SFS Airmen have utilized those skills here at McChord Field to provide support for other security personnel, and incident response during major events, including air shows and Air Mobility Command Rodeo. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle)

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Master Sgt. Michael Pate (red, white, and blue instructor jersey), the 446th Security Forces Squadron NCO in charge of training, educates a group of security forces Reservists on all-terrain-vehicle basic riding and safety, July 14, 2013. Pate is also a certified ATV instructor. The ATV is one of the vehicles a security forces Airman might need in the field. For that reason, and because 446th SFS Reservists are deployable, they are required to take the ATV course every two to three years. Some of the 446th SFS Airmen have utilized those skills here at McChord Field to provide support for other security personnel, and incident response during major events, including air shows and Air Mobility Command Rodeo. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle)

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Oil Check

Senior Airman Dwayne Gwinner, a 446th Security Forces Squadron Citizen Airman, checks the oil in the unit's all-terrain vehicle before participating in an ATV course, July 14, 2013. The ATV is one of the vehicles a security forces Airman might need in the field. For that reason, and because 446th SFS Reservists are deployable, they are required to take the ATV course every two to three years. Some of the 446th SFS Airmen have utilized those skills here at McChord Field to provide support for other security personnel, and incident response during major events, including air shows and Air Mobility Command Rodeo. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle)

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Oil Check

Senior Airman Dwayne Gwinner, a 446th Security Forces Squadron Citizen Airman, checks the oil in the unit's all-terrain vehicle before participating in an ATV course, July 14, 2013. The ATV is one of the vehicles a security forces Airman might need in the field. For that reason, and because 446th SFS Reservists are deployable, they are required to take the ATV course every two to three years. Some of the 446th SFS Airmen have utilized those skills here at McChord Field to provide support for other security personnel, and incident response during major events, including air shows and Air Mobility Command Rodeo. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle)

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For your own protection

Chief Master Sgt. Edwin Stewart, the 446th Security Forces manager here at McChord Field, dons his required protective gear before hopping on one of the unit's all-terrain vehicles for ATV training during the Reserve weekend, July 14, 2013. The ATV is one of the vehicles a security forces Airman might need in the field. For that reason, and because 446th SFS Reservists are deployable, they are required to take the ATV course every two to three years. Some of the 446th SFS Airmen have utilized those skills here at McChord Field to provide support for other security personnel, and incident response during major events, including air shows and Air Mobility Command Rodeo. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle)

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For your own protection

Chief Master Sgt. Edwin Stewart, the 446th Security Forces manager here at McChord Field, dons his required protective gear before hopping on one of the unit's all-terrain vehicles for ATV training during the Reserve weekend, July 14, 2013. The ATV is one of the vehicles a security forces Airman might need in the field. For that reason, and because 446th SFS Reservists are deployable, they are required to take the ATV course every two to three years. Some of the 446th SFS Airmen have utilized those skills here at McChord Field to provide support for other security personnel, and incident response during major events, including air shows and Air Mobility Command Rodeo. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle)

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ATV Training

One of the main vehicles a security forces Airman might need when they're deployed in the field is an all-terrain vehicle. For that reason, and because 446th SFS Reservists are deployable, they are required to take the ATV course every two to three years. Some 446th SFS Airmen have utilized those skills here at McChord Field to provide support for other security personnel, and incident response during major events, including air shows and Air Mobility Command Rodeo. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle)

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ATV Training

One of the main vehicles a security forces Airman might need when they're deployed in the field is an all-terrain vehicle. For that reason, and because 446th SFS Reservists are deployable, they are required to take the ATV course every two to three years. Some 446th SFS Airmen have utilized those skills here at McChord Field to provide support for other security personnel, and incident response during major events, including air shows and Air Mobility Command Rodeo. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle)

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How we Serve

Staff Sgt. Jim Feuchtwanger, Ramp load team member, 86th Aerial Port Squadron Jim hails from Portland, Ore., and has been with the 446th Airlift Wing since 2009. He served as an aviation technician in the Navy from 1987 to 1995. After a break in service, he found that he missed the military, but he wanted a change of pace from the Navy, hence he joined the Air Force Reserve. He says he enjoys the camaraderie of his unit, working with C-17 aircraft, and getting to do the job he trains for when he participates during Reserve drill weekends. Feuchtwanger is one of more than 2,400 Citizen Airmen assigned to the 446th Airlift Wing who supports the Air Mobility Command mission around the world on a daily basis. The 446th AW is Washington state’s only Air Force Reserve flying unit, and is based at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, McChord Field, Wash. (U.S. Air Force photos/Airman 1st Class Madelyn McCullough)

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Reserve chef earns silver cooking Cooper River salmon

Master Sgt. Robert Shulman, 446th Force Support Squadron sustainment services flight manager, McChord Field, Wash., shares the spotlight with other Reservists from the 446th Airlift Wing, who came out to cheer him on during Alaska Air Cargo's annual Copper Chef Cook-Off May 17 in Seattle. Shulman, who is currently working as an executive sous chef at Oregon Health and Science University in Portland, Ore., placed second for his salmon recipe in the competition against three other chefs from the Pacific Northwest region. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Lori Fiorello)

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Reserve chef earns silver cooking Cooper River salmon

Master Sgt. Robert Shulman, 446th Force Support Squadron sustainment services flight manager, McChord Field, Wash., demonstrates culinary skill during Alaska Air Cargo's annual Copper Chef Cook-Off May 17 in Seattle. Shulman prepared his balsamic and agave nectar glazed Copper River salmon recipe for judges and spectators, earning him a silver medal in the competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Lori Fiorello)

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SrA Zialcita

Senior Airman Raymond Zialcita, 446th Force Support Squadron – Raymond is from Portland, Ore., and has been with FSS since 2008. “When I was thinking of joining the military, I knew my end goal was to own my own business some day,” said Zialcita. “My friends told me, ‘if you want to run you’re a business and still be in the military, the Air Force is for you.’ “ Zialcita achieved that goal and now owns and operates a nursing home in Gresham, Ore. He is working on opening his second facility next year. Zialcita is one of 2,400 Citizen Airmen assigned to the 446th Airlift Wing who supports the Air Mobility Command mission around the world on a daily basis. The 446th AW is Washington state’s only Air Force Reserve flying unit, and is based at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, McChord Field, Wash. (U.S. Air Force photos/Staff Sgt. Rachael Garneau)

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Shipping 'em out

Tech. Sgt. John Garrelts, 86th Aerial Port Squadron, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., inventories a supply pallet destined to Marine Corps Air Station, Iwakuni, Japan, May, 2. The 86th APS conducted annual upgrade, continuous, and proficiency training with the 735th Air Mobility Squadron at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii.

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Packin 'em up

Tech. Sgt. John Garrelts, 86th Aerial Port Squadron, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., inventories a supply pallet destined to Marine Corps Air Station, Iwakuni, Japan, May, 2. The 86th APS conducted annual upgrade, continuous, and proficiency training with the 735th Air Mobility Squadron at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii.

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How We Serve

Senior Airman Cody Erlei, 446th Civil Engineer Squadron, structural journeyman, joined the Air Force Reserve after serving three years on active duty. Erlei is one of more than 2,400 Citizen Airmen assigned to the 446th Airlift Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Rachael Garneau)

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Medal of Merit

Senior Master Sgt. Liz Riser (right) 86th Aerial Port Squadron first sergeant, accepts her Medal of Merit Award from Sheriff Paul Pastor, Pierce County Sheriff’s Department, Wash., during the department’s Annual Awards Banquet in March 2013. Riser, a sheriff’s deputy earned the award for her selfless acts in helping locate and save a missing person’s life back in September 2012. (Courtesy photo)

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How We Serve

Amn. Jeremy Roque, 446th Force Support Squadron, Sustainment Services apprentice has been in the Reserve and the sustainment services flight for a little more than a year. "I wanted a career with a lot of expectations, where everyone can look to you as the go-to person," said the Olympia, Wash., resident. Roque works security at the Olympia mall. Originally from Tampa, Fla., he enjoys playing golf, sport shooting, and spending time with his fiancee and daughter. (U.S. Air Force photos/Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle)

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Family, friends welcome Reservists home from Afghanistan

Staff Sgt. David Strong and Tech. Sgt. Whitney Strong, 86th Aerial Port Squadron, were among the 13 Reserve Airmen who returned from Afghanistan Feb. 28. (U.S. Air Force photo by Sandra Pishner)

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Family, friends welcome Reservists home from Afghanistan

Gokcn Bucholtz, left, tearfully holds on to her husband after his return from a six-month deployment. Staff Sgt. Gary Bucholtz, holding his daugther Olivia, was one of 13 86th Aerial Port Squadron Reservists who returned from Afghanistan Feb. 28. (U.S. Air Force photo by Sandra Pishner)

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Family, friends welcome Reservists home from Afghanistan

Tech. Sgt. Nathaniel Terrell and Senior Airman Travis Schween ascend the stairs at Seattle Tacoma International Airport to a welcoming group of family and friends. Terrell and Schween were just two of 13 Reserve Airmen who returned from Afghanistan Feb. 28. (U.S. Air Force photo by Sandra Pishner)

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