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Hanging on for dear life

A lobster hangs on for dear life during a Hanscom Junior Force Council lobstering trip to Portland, Maine, Sept. 27. This lobster was under seven years old and did not meet the legal limit to harvest. During the JFC social event, Airmen had the chance to learn about the state's fishing industry, bait traps, haul up live catches and feast on their efforts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jeff Price)

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JFC goes to Maine

A group of officer, enlisted and civilian Airmen from Hanscom Air Force Base, Mass., participated in a Junior Force Council lobstering trip to Portland, Maine, Sept. 27. The group took a hands-on approach during the boat tour where members baited traps, hauled in live lobsters and received a history lessong on the local area's fishing industry. The Hanscom JFC hosts a wide variety of events ranging from social gatherings, profesional develoment sessions and volunteer activities. (Courtesy photo)

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Key Spouse program

Members of the Key Spouse program meet with Hanscom first sergeants to discuss how to best meet the needs of military families when facing a deployment during the Key Spouse monthly meeting at the Airman and Family Readiness Center Oct. 1. Key Spouses ensure they establish and maintain contact with families of deployed members, provide information and referral to base and community resources and promote individual, family and unit readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Linda LaBonte Britt)

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Troop Crae Drive

Hanscom volunteers build care packages for deployed personnel during the Company Grade Officers Council Troop Care Drive at the base chapel Oct. 1. Thirty volunteers packed donations that were collected last month to mail more than 100 packages to deployed service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Mark Herlihy)

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Team Hanscom Combat Dining In

First Lt. Claire Davis, 66th Comptroller Squadron deputy budget officer, is showered with water from other military members after completing an obstacle course during the Hanscom Combat Dining In at the Tennis Bubble Sept. 26. In addition to the water fights, attendees enjoyed a catered meal and many other morale boosting activities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Walter Santos)

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ACA worksheet training

Command Chief Master Sgt. Craig A. Poling leads Airmen through a training session on the new Airman Comprehensive Assessment worksheet at the Hanscom Conference Center Sept. 25. The training, hosted by the Junior Force Council, provided those in attendance an opportunity to learn more about the new feedback form and what it entails. (U.S. Air Force photo by Linda LaBonte Britt)

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Energy Action Month

Col. Michael A. Vogel, 66th Air Base Group commander, recognizes October as Energy Action Month at Hanscom by signing a proclamation in Building 1305 Sept. 25 as (left to right) David Wong, Mike Lynch, Brian Noury and Thomas Schluckebier look on. October is Energy Action Month and as part of a national campaign, led by the Department of Energy, Hanscom provides an opportunity to promote energy and water conservation awareness to the community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Mark Herlihy)

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Aqua Spin Class

Ellen Loycano, aquatic exercise instructor, leads attendees through a total body aqua spinning workout during an aqua spin class Sept. 24 at the base pool. Aqua Spin classes are offered each Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. The cost to attend the 45 minute session is $3 per class. (U.S. Air Force photo by Mark Herlihy)

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Roads and Grounds

Dennis Cullen and Steve Morris (right), both members of the Civil Engineer Roads and Grounds team, removes one of several bushes outside Building 1508 as part of fall cleanup Sept. 19. The Civil Engineer Roads and Grounds team is responsible for maintaining the base throughout the year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Linda LaBonte Britt)

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2014 AFA Air and Space Conference

Members of the Counter-Improvised Explosive Device team from Hanscom Air Force Base, Mass., receive the Theodore von Karman Award during the 2014 Air Force Association's Air and Space Conference Award Ceremony in National Harbor, Md., Sept 15. On stage hoding a certificate is U.S. Air Force Maj. Tim Helfrich, a military Congressional fellow assigned to the office of Rep. Niki Tsongas (MA-D) office and Gen. Janet Wolfenbarger, far right, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center commander. The award is given to those who have made significant contributions to national defense in the field of science and engineering. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Anthony Nelson Jr.)

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Day for Kids

The Hanscom community came together at Castle Park for the Boys and Girls Club of America Day for Kids Sept. 17 for all families on base. Hosted by Hanscom Youth Programs, Day for Kids is a national initiative that invites members of the community to join the BGC in making a difference for kids. event includes Hamburgers, cookie decorating, face painting, castle bounce house and a dunk tank. (Courtesy photo)

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Back to School 5K

Philip Harting keeps a steady pace during the Hanscom Fitness and Sports Center Back to School 5k on base Sept 17. Stephanie Sherman was the women’s top finisher with a time of 21 minutes and 47 seconds and Gerry Cavallo was the top men’s finisher with a time of 19 minutes and 43 seconds. (U.S. Air Force photo by Mark Herlihy)

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Intramural soccer

Alex King kicks the soccer ball down field during an intramural soccer match on the field inside the running track on base Sept. 9. The intramural match was played between the Massachusetts Institute of Technology-Lincoln Laboratory and the 66th Security Forces Squadron, the two teams finished tied 2-2. (U.S. Air Force photo by Walter Santos)

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EFMP Golf Camp

Under the watchful eye of James Tobin, Hanscom Patriot Golf Course instructor, Kiera Roo (left) hits a golf ball during an Exceptional Family Member Program golf event at the Patriot Golf Course Sept. 13. The free EFMP event was designed to help children and parents learn new skills, network and participate in a mini-tournament. The day included lessons from a professional golfer, skills contest, lunch, prizes and more. (U.S. Air Force photo by Walter Santos)

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CFC kickoff Sept. 22

66th Air Base Group Commander Col. Michael A. Vogel completes his Combined Federal Campaign online pledge form from his office as Tech. Sgt. Scott Grittner, CFC base representative, and Command Chief Master Sgt. Craig A. Poling look on Sept. 15. The Combined Federal Campaign is scheduled to begin Sept. 22, continuing through Nov. 21. (U.S. Air Force photo by Mark Herlihy)

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Arbor Day Foundation names Hanscom Tree City USA community

Ty Abbott (left) and Sadie King, Hanscom Middle School students, help plant a tree along Eglin Street near the clinic as part of Arbor Day activities last spring. The nonprofit Arbor Day Foundation has recognized Hanscom’s commitment to urban forestry by naming the base a Tree City USA community for the 27th consecutive year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Linda LaBonte Britt)

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Active shooter exercise

Staff Sgt. Cody Westbrook (from top to bottom), Tech. Sgt. John Twomey and Staff Sgts. Jacob White and Katherine Portes enter the lobby of the Brown Building during an active shooter exercise at Hanscom Air Force Base Sept. 5. The 66th Security Forces Squadron along with other agencies on base practiced their response to an active shooter incident as part of a base readiness exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Mark Herlihy)

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Welcome back

Hanscom Middle School Teacher Sarah Dunfey welcomes fifth grade students on the first day of school inside a temporary facility Sept. 2. Middle School students will be attending classes this year in the temporary facility until the completion of the new middle school in 2016. (U.S. Air Force photo by Mark Herlihy)

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Food drive extended

Feds Feed Families volunteers, Capt. Letricia Castillo (left) and others weigh non-perishable food donations contributed to the Feds Feed Families food drive Aug. 27. Organizers have extended this year’s food drive through Sept. 12. The drive, which officially began June 1, is collecting non-perishable food items that will be donated to the Greater Boston Food Bank. (U.S. Air Force photo by Mark Herlihy)

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Monthly enlisted promotion

Col. Michael A. Vogel, 66th Air Base Group commander, addresses newly promoted Airmen during the monthly enlisted promotion ceremony at the Minuteman Commons Aug. 28. The monthly enlisted promotion ceremony, generally held the last duty day of the month gives the Hanscom community a chance to recognize enlisted Airman selected for promotion. (U.S. Air Force photo by Mark Herlihy)

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