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Fairchild stages Washington National Guard Blackhawks to fight wildfires

Two Washington National Guard Sikorsky UH-60 Blackhawk helicopters launched from Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, to Fairchild AFB to fight the wildfire dubbed “The Sheep Creek Fire,” Aug. 1, 2018. WNG efforts are currently focused on keeping the fire south of Sheep Creek, located north of Colville National Forest near the United States-Canadian border. Five 20-member local fire-fighting hand crews are already deployed fighting the fire, very soon to be aided by the WNG and its citizen soldiers. (U.S. Air National Guard photo/Tech. Sgt. Michael Brown)
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Fairchild stages Washington National Guard Blackhawks to fight wildfires

U.S. Army aircrew members walk from two Washington National Guard Sikorsky UH-60 Blackhawks at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Aug. 1, 2018. In the wake of Washington State Governor Jay Inslee declaring a wildfire state of emergency July 31, two Blackhawk helicopters launched from Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, to Fairchild AFB to fight the wildfire dubbed “The Sheep Creek Fire,” which has consumed more than 20-acres of land so far. (U.S. Air National Guard photo/Tech. Sgt. Michael Brown)
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Local pit masters hosts BBQ for Airmen, families

Team Fairchild Airmen line up to receive free barbeque July 28, 2018 at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. More than 200 Airmen and their families attended the free-food event that included a corn-hole tournament, kid’s games, water-balloon toss and a three-legged race. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nick Daniello)
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Local pit masters hosts BBQ for Airmen, families

‘Uncle’ Leroy Payne, local Spokane pit master, speaks with Airmen July 28, 2018, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. Payne and his team composed of military veterans, their families and friends, cooked more than 150 smoked rib racks, 300 pounds of pulled pork and various side dishes to show appreciation for Fairchild Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nick Daniello)
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Local pit masters hosts BBQ for Airmen, families

A Fairchild Airman puts sauce onto a pulled-pork sandwich July 28, 2018 at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. Payne and his team composed of military veterans, their families and friends, cooked more than 150 smoked rib racks, 300 pounds of pulled pork and various side dishes to show appreciation for Fairchild Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nick Daniello)
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Herschel Walker

Herschel Walker shares his story about being diagnosed with Dissociative Identity Disorder and seeking help July 18, 2018, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. Walker is a former National Football League player and the 1982 Heisman Trophy winner. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Samantha Krolikowski)
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Herschel Walker

Herschel Walker talks with Airmen on the importance of getting help and not being afraid to speak up about mental health challenges July 18, 2018, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. Walker was diagnosed with Dissociative Identity Disorder, and used his experience to champion ways to change perspectives about mental health. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Samantha Krolikowski)
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Herschel Walker

Herschel Walker receives a tour of the Survival Evasion Resistance and Escape training labs during a base visit July 18, 2018, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. Walker was diagnosed with Dissociative Identity Disorder, and used his experience to champion ways to change perspectives about mental health. (U.S. Air Force/Staff Sgt. Samantha Krolikowski)
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VBS teaches military children religious resilience

Children play with foam boats during Vacation Bible School June 29, 2018 at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. Children participated in four daily activity stations during the five-day Vacation Bible School, learning about the teachings of the Bible. These lessons also gave military children important tools to build their spiritual resilience in the face of the numerous challenges and stressors they encounter on an almost daily basis. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nick Daniello)
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VBS teaches military children religious resilience

Children hold hands during a closing prayer June 29, 2018 at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. Children participated in four daily activity stations during the five-day Vacation Bible School, learning about the teachings of the bible. These lessons also gave the military children important tools to build upon their spiritual resilience in the face of numerous challenges and stressors they encounter on a near daily basis. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nick Daniello)
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VBS teaches military children religious resilience

Vacation Bible School children and volunteers pose for a group photo June 29, 2018 at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. With focus on Christian-based beliefs, children spend this five-day youth program in various stations learning different lessons that fit snuggly into the overarching message of “Rescued by Jesus,” ultimately building resiliency through religion. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nick Daniello)
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VBS teaches military children religious resilience

Capt. Juan Reyes, 92nd Air Refueling Wing chaplain, provides the closing prayer for Vacation Bible School June 29, 2018 at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. All of the activities that children participated in immersed them in faith development. These lessons are not limited to teaching bible verses and songs, they also give military children important tools to build upon their spiritual resilience in the face of the numerous challenges and stressors they encounter on an almost daily basis. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nick Daniello)
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VBS teaches military children religious resilience

Children sing during Vacation Bible School June 29, 2018 at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. All of the activities that children participated in immersed them in faith development. These lessons are not limited to teaching bible verses and songs, they also give military children important tools to build upon their spiritual resilience in the face of the numerous challenges and stressors they encounter on an almost daily basis. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nick Daniello)
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Col. Derek Salmi

Col. Derek Salmi, 92nd Air Refueling Wing commander, and his wife speak with Brig. Gen. Jeremy Horn, Washington Air National Guard commander, during an assumption of command ceremony June 15, 2018, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash. The 92d ARW operates 35 KC-135 R/T Stratotanker aircraft manned by 58 aircrews to support worldwide military missions. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Sean Campbell)
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Assumption of Command

Members of Team Fairchild and the Inland Northwest community attended an assumption of command ceremony June 15, 2018, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash. The 92d Air Refueling Wing is the host unit to Team Fairchild which is comprised of the 141st Air Refueling Wing, the 336th Training Group and other tenant organizations. Team Fairchild encompasses more than 5,100 active-duty, Air National Guard, tenant-unit members and civilian employees. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Sean Campbell)
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Assumption of Command

Col. Derek Salmi, 92nd Air Refueling Wing commander, addresses Team Fairchild during an assumption of command ceremony June 15, 2018, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash. He first spoke to the exceptional reputation of the community for supporting Airmen and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Sean Campbell)
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Assumption of Command

180615-F-GP610-190 Col. Derek Salmi, 92nd Air Refueling Wing commander, addresses Team Fairchild during an assumption of command ceremony June 15, 2018, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash. Throughout his remarks, Salmi praised the men and women of Team Fairchild for their past successes, commitment to excellence, and shared excitement for what the future holds for the 92nd ARW. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Sean Campbell)
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Assumption of Command

Brig. Gen. Darren James, 18th Air Force vice commander, passes the 92nd Air Refueling Wing guidon to Col. Derek Salmi, 92nd ARW commander, during an assumption of command ceremony June 15, 2018, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash. During the ceremony, a guidon is passed to symbolize the passing of responsibility of the wing to a commander. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Sean Campbell)
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Assumption of Command

180615-F-GP610-113 Brig. Gen. Darren James, 18th Air Force vice commander, speaks to Team Fairchild about their importance and the support of the community during an assumption of command ceremony June 15, 2018, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash. James passed the guidon to Salmi during the ceremony symbolizing the wing’s transfer of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Sean Campbell)
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Assumption of Command

Col. J. Scot Heathman, 92nd Air Refueling Wing vice commander, leads the first salute from Team Fairchild during an assumption of command ceremony June 15, 2018, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash. Team Fairchild and the Inland Northwest community came together to welcome Col. Derek M. Salmi as he assumed command of the 92nd ARW. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Sean Campbell)
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