NAS WHIDBEY ISLAND ALL HANDS
(GENERAL INFORMATION)

If you have submissions for the weekly All Hands General Information email, please send all requests to: naswipao@us.navy.mil
 

THIS WEEK:

Airframes and Powerplant License Testing Brief
Holiday Gate Hours
Holiday Closures
Combined Federal Campaign Season
NMCRS Update
Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing
NASWI Honor Guard Team
Wings of Hope Chapel Programs
Credo Event
Talkspace: Mental health therapy and self-guided support
WIC Can Help!
Musicians Wanted



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Some of the following information includes public events and does not imply endorsement by the United States Navy. It is provided for informational purposes only.
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Airframes and Powerplant License Testing Brief

The Federal Aviation Administration will conduct two brief sessions on obtaining an Airframes and Powerplant License at the Sky Warrior Theater on December 16, 2025.  The first brief will be held at 1000-1200 and the second from 1300-1500. Please work with your Chain of Command if you are interested in attending.
 

Holiday Gate Hours

Dec. 24, 2025

• • • •  Charles Porter – 24/7
      •  Langley– 0600-1300
      • Saratoga – 0630-0830

• • • •  Nortz – Manned for inbound and outbound traffic M-F 0600-0830

           Open (automated) for outbound high traffic M-F 1430-1700

• • • • Torpedo – 24/7
      • Maui – 0600-1700

Dec. 25-26, 2025
 

• Charles Porter – 24/7
  • • • Langley– Closed
      • Saratoga – Closed
      • Nortz – Manned for inbound and outbound traffic M-F 0600-0830

           Open (automated) for outbound high traffic M-F 1430-1700

• • • • Torpedo – 24/7
      • Maui – Closed

Dec. 27-28, 2025

• • • •  Charles Porter – 24/7
      •  Langley – Closed
      •  Saratoga – Closed
      • Nortz – Manned for inbound and outbound traffic M-F 0600-0830

           Open (automated) for outbound high traffic M-F 1430-1700

• • • •  Torpedo – 24/7
      •  Maui – 0830-1700
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Dec. 31, 2025
 

• • • • Charles Porter – 24/7
      •  Langley – 0600-1300
      •  Saratoga – Closed

• • • •  Nortz – Manned for inbound and outbound traffic M-F 0600-0830

           Open (automated) for outbound high traffic M-F 1430-1700

• • • •  
      •  Torpedo – 24/7
      •  Maui – 0600-1700

Jan. 1, 2026

• • • •  Charles Porter – 24/7
      •  Langley– Closed
      •  Saratoga – Closed

• • • •  Nortz – Manned for inbound and outbound traffic M-F 0600-0830

           Open (automated) for outbound high traffic M-F 1430-1700

• • • •  Torpedo – 24/7
      • Maui – Closed

Jan. 2, 2026

• • • •  Charles Porter – 24/7
      •  Langley – 0600-1300
      •  Saratoga – Closed

• • • •  Nortz – Manned for inbound and outbound traffic M-F 0600-0830

           Open (automated) for outbound high traffic M-F 1430-1700

• • • •  Torpedo – 24/7
      • Maui – 0600-1930

Jan. 3-4, 2025

• • • •  Charles Porter – 24/7
      •  Langley– Closed
      •  Saratoga – Closed

• • • •  Nortz – Manned for inbound and outbound traffic M-F 0600-0830

           Open (automated) for outbound high traffic M-F 1430-1700

• • • •  Torpedo – 24/7
      • Maui – 0600-1930
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Holiday Closures

Building 2556 (Nor’Wester) closed 11 December 1200-1700

• Fleet & Family Support Center
• Housing
• Personal Property
• DAV TSO
• VA Benefits Advisors

Personal Property Counseling Office
The Whidbey PPPO (Personal Property Office) Counseling Office, located at Building 2556 (Fleet and Family Service bldg.), Suite 150, will be closed on Dec 12, and again from December 22 -26, 2025.
 

Mail Center Closures for the Holidays

Official Mail Center and the USPS will be closed during the following holiday periods

25-26 Dec 2025
1-2 Jan 2026

 

Combined Federal Campaign Season

The annual Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) season is open until Dec. 31.

CFC is the federal government’s workplace giving program.

If you’ve never donated before, it is a good idea to take you a few moments now to set up your account. You must use login.gov to authenticate and enter your information to set up your profile. Once you have set up your profile you can complete a pledge should you choose to do so. You also will not be required to reinitiate a new profile, thereby simplifying the process in the future. 
 

• These charities play a vital role in sustaining our communities, just as many in the federal community may have needed them when they stepped in to help during this past furlough with food, financial support, childcare, and many other services. Without the CFC, these organizations will lose millions of dollars in critical funding, negatively impacting their ability to help those in need in our community in the future.  

 

• This year’s CFC theme is “Your gift. Their future.” It reflects the powerful impact that collective generosity can have. If you are able to give, even a few dollars or a few hours of volunteer time, you will pay it forward and help these organizations support a colleague (or even you) during a future time of need.  

 
Consider CFC’s most popular donation method, payroll deduction, which means that you can set it up now, and it won’t start coming out of your paycheck until 2026. Visit GiveCFC.org and click the DONATE button to get started. Text-to-Donate is also super easy and convenient — you can give as little as $10.00 with just a few taps of the phone, and you don’t need to set up an account. Just text the word ‘Give’ to 232669 and click the first link in the reply text (Give Now).  

Please visit GiveCFC.org and click the DONATE button to get started. If you don’t want to search for a charity using the GiveCFC website, you can download a Charity List PDF here: 25CFC-Charity-List.pdf

LT Tim Bosserman and YNC Andrew Oxford are the official NASWI CFC representatives this year and will be the points of contact for information about this year’s campaign season, including assistance on how you can participate.

 

NMCRS Updates

NAVY-MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY – Seaplane Base, Bldg. 13, 360-257-2728
whidbeyisland@nmcrs.org

*** WE HAVE ADDED A SATURDAY SHOPPING DATE TO DECEMBER! COME FOR THE LAST SATURDAY SHOPPING OPPORTUNITY OF THE YEAR ON 13 DECEMBER FROM 1000-1300! ***

***NEXT THRIFT STORE SATURDAY SHOPPING OPPORTUNITY IS 13 DEC FROM 1000-1300***

THRIFT STORE – Our Thrift Store is open for Active Duty, their dependents and retirees – 100% volunteer staff.
            SHOPPING: Tues 1000-1600, Thurs 1000-1800. Sat 1000-1300: 13 Dec, 24 Jan, 21 Feb
            DONATIONS: Thursdays 1000-1730.

UNIFORM SHOP - Active Duty - Mon-Fri. 0800-1600
            Uniform donation box located in Nor’Wester/FFSC lobby or donate at the Thrift Shop.

VOLUNTEERING – Flexible times! Weekdays: anytime from 0800-1600 (extended hours on Thurs 0800-1815) and select Saturdays (0930-1315)!
Thrift Shop - Stop by or Signup at: https://volunteersignup.org/J4H7M  (copy/paste it into your web browser). Whether you have 30 minutes or a few hours – it all helps! All volunteer hours count towards your Volunteer Service Medal (MOVSM).
Office Volunteer options: Call or email for more info.

FINANCIAL/EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE - 0% Interest Loans and Grants 0800-1600 MON-FRI
            Emergency Travel, Rent/Deposits/Food, Utilities, Phone, Car Repairs, Payments & Insurance, Pay/ PCS issues,
               Dental and more. Free/Confidential. Budgeting Assistance.

BUDGET 4 BABY CLASS (B4B) – New baby or expecting a baby? $50 Amazon e-card for attending our one-hour class!
Sign up by calling 257-2728 or email: whidbeyisland@nmcrs.org
CLASS DATES (ALL CLASSES ARE IN SEAT):
Upcoming classes:
1000-1100: 17 Dec, 14 Jan, 11 Feb
1730-1830: 18 Dec, 22 Jan, 26 Feb

• We can come to your command if you have multiple service members interested.
• One-on-one classes can be scheduled if time is limited due to deployment, pcs, etc.

VISITING NURSE – Call Nurse Becky at 360-257-2724 for appointments or questions.  ​

Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing

Connect and Heal with North Sound Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing

Looking for a way to unwind, connect, and rediscover the healing power of the outdoors? North Sound Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing invites all veterans and active-duty service members to be part of a unique program focused on connection, camaraderie, and community healing.

Through fly fishing education, outings, and fellowship, participants build lasting bonds and find peace through nature. Whether you're a seasoned angler or just curious to learn, Project Healing Waters offers an inclusive and welcoming environment—no experience or equipment required.

Join the Oak Harbor Class

Location: The American Legion George Morris Post, 690 SE Barrington Dr, Oak Harbor

When: First Thursday of every month

Time: 6:30 PM

Classes cover everything from fly tying to casting techniques, along with opportunities to share stories, laugh, and support each other.

Come for the fishing—stay for the connection.

For more information or to get involved, visit https://projecthealingwaters.org or email Oak Harbor Lead, Mike Bradford, at michael.bradford@projecthealingwaters.org.

NASWI Honor Guard Team

 
The NASWI Honor Guard is looking for dedicated Sailors interested in joining the base’s Honor Guard Team. The Honor Guard Team conducts funeral honors for veterans and color guards for various ceremonies.
Joining the Honor Guard is an excellent way for sailors to:
 

• Enhance their competitiveness for special program packages and promotions.
• Strengthen their professional development and leadership skills.
• Represent the Navy with distinction and honor.
• Team Members who participate in 30 services will receive a Navy Achievement Medal.

 
Sailors who are interested in learning more can attend the weekly training event held in Building 385, the base headquarters building, on Wednesday at 1000. The training is held in the building’s basement. Please ask the quarterdeck watch for directions if you are unsure of whether to go.
For more information, please contact ABF1 Tito at extension 7-3639 or via email at joseph.s.tito.mil@us.navy.mil.

Wings of Hope Chapel Programs

 

 
Weekly Chapel Religious Services:

-Space available in the Chapel for private prayer, meditation or reflection.-Need to find a place to worship or a fellowship group? Contact the Chapel at 360-257-2414

Sunday Christian Service: Every Sunday from 1000-1100 in the presiding Chaplains tradition (Protestant)

Location: Base Chapel; Main Sanctuary

 

Anglican Holy Communion: Every Wednesday 1230-1300
Location: Base Chapel; Oratory
 
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Fellowship: Every Saturday at 1400
Location: Base Chapel; Growler Room (Room 151)
 
Navigators Christian Fellowship: Every Sunday 1100-1130 (After Worship)
Location: Base Chapel; Growler Room (Room 151)
 
Officers Christian Fellowship: Every Sunday 1330-1630
Location: Base Chapel; Growler Room (Room 151)

Getting Married? Had a Baby? Had a religious epiphany?
Weddings, baptisms, confirmations, etc. Chaplain Miller can help with those religious rites tied to major events in your life.
 
100% confidential counseling with Chaplain Miller
            Appointments can be made using the following link:
https://outlook-dod.office365.us/bookwithme/user/cf51945e5e5a4b1a9d0d87fc140

 

 
CREDO Retreats:

CREDO is sponsoring a family movie night at the base chapel Friday evening starting at 1730. The movie they will show is the 1966 Dr. Suess Classic, “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” This event is open to families and single Sailors. Attendees are encouraged to bring their favorite cookies to share with others. Popcorn will be provided by the chapel. Please contact RPSA Omari Hill at 360-257-2414  for more information.

Navy CREDO inspires hope, builds healthy relationships, and strengthens resiliency, unit cohesion and spiritual fitness. 100% Free.
For more information please call (360)-257-2414

 

For more information about Religious Accommodations, please reach out to the Chapel at 7-2414.

 

Talkspace: Mental health therapy and self-guided support

Talkspace is FREE for service members and their family members 13 years and older.
Talkspace Therapy: You will be matched with a licensed therapist based on your needs and preferences. Talkspace provides care for mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use, and more. But Talkspace isn't only for people with symptoms of a mental health condition - you can use Talkspace for help with stress, relationships, parenting, grief, or whatever is on your mind. Message your Talkspace therapist 24/7 on our private platform and meet with your therapist for two live virtual session per month.
Get started with Talkspace Therapy: Visit www.talkspace.com/usnavy and enter keyword: NASWITHERAPY
Talkspace Go: This app empowers you to take your mental health into your hands. Complete a quick online assessment of your mental, emotional, and relational health needs. Based on your responses, Talkspace Go recommends a personalized, self-guided support plan from our library of 55+ guided counseling programs. You'll be given daily journal prompts, invited to anonymous live workshops with mental health clinicians, and receive suggested interactive courses you can complete at your convenience.  Download the Talkspace Go app and create an account using the keyword: NASWISELF

Support for Your Family's Health and Nutrition - WIC Can Help!

The WIC program supports military families with healthy foods, nutrition education, and breastfeeding help for pregnant individuals, new moms, infants, and kids under five. If your income qualifies, WIC’s got your back! Check eligibility and apply via the USDA. www.fns.usda.gov/wic
Who is Eligible?
-Pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding individuals
-Infants and children up to age five
-Families who meet income guidelines (your military income may qualify!)
 
What Does WIC Provide?
-Healthy foods tailored to your family's needs
-Nutrition education to help you make informed choices
-Breastfeeding support and referrals to health and social services
 

Musicians Wanted

NASWI has two community music groups located close to the base: the SeaNotes Big Band and the All-Island Community Band.
Both groups play periodically for local events.  Rehearsals for both groups are weekly.  The SeaNotes rehearse on Monday nights and the All-Island Community Band rehearses on Thursday nights.

Both groups are always looking for musicians!

There is also a new group being formed in Oak Harbor called the Whidbey Chamber Orchestra.  They really need more string players!

If interested, please contact Steve Schwalbe at ColSchwalbe@gmail.com