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contents 7 fun GATHER WITH FRIENDS Become a socialite this season with Wainwright MWR. Turn the pages to find out how.
12 sports & fitness GET YOUR SKATE ON The Ice Rink is open for winter!
14 food BAVARIAN BITES AND BEER Celebrate Oktoberfest with beer, brats, and live polka music!
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FROM THE COVER: MORE THAN DOWNHILL FUN Fort Wainwright Family and MWR offers a long list of activities for you and your family to enjoy this winter season!
18 adventure EMBARK ON OUTDOOR TRIPS Explore our great state with a guided winter trip!
20 youth COVER TO COVER The library is the place to be for kid’s activities!
24 services HONE YOUR AUTO SKILLS
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The Automotive Skills Center makes it easy to repair your vehicle yourself.
26 military & family readiness ALLOW US TO INTRODUCE OURSELVES Become familiar with Fort Wainwright and the surrounding communities during Newcomers Orientation.
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We here at Wainwright Family and MWR are excited to treat you to some pretty uniquely Alaskan events that make the most of our winter months. The perfect example of this is the Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area! How awesome is it that we have our very own ski and snowboard hill right here on post?
Like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram and Twitter at “@WainwrightMWR” to learn about upcoming events, food and drink specials, and other activities offered throughout Fort Wainwright.
For more great events, look to Nugget Lanes Bowling Center, Warrior Zone, and Outdoor Recreation Center. At Nugget Lanes, there’s a party going on every night of the week with themed bowling nights! Warrior Zone’s ongoing events include Texas Hold ‘Em, Billiard tournaments, and a gaming center. The Outdoor Recreation Center is the mecca for the outdoor enthusiast; whether you are new to the area or are a novice adventurer, it’s where you will find all of the gear your need to explore this great state. Find more information about all of the exciting things happening at Fort Wainwright and Family and MWR by checking out www.wainwright.armymwr.com. See you out there! - Wainwright Family and MWR team
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Fun PAINT AND POUR #WainwrightLFCAC Time to release your inner artist! Amaze yourself. Come enjoy your favorite beverage and leave with a handpainted masterpiece. Mingle with friends, make new ones, get inspired by a local artist, and discover a new way to unwind. Paint and Pour parties are held throughout the winter at the Last Frontier Community Activity Center, and are a great way to get your friends together for a fun night out!
IN THE ZONE #WainwrightZone Unwind with your peers at the Warrior Zone. Kick back and compete in the latest video games, relax with a movie marathon, cheer at a UFC fight or any NFL game, or compete in a pool or poker tournament. The Zone also boasts a full restaurant and bar, with close to twenty beers on tap, including several Alaskan brews. With programming expanding all of the time, be sure to stop by and see what’s new.
THE LIBRARY IS MORE THAN JUST BOOKS #WainwrightLibrary Harry Potter Movie Marathon Saturday, November 19, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. We’re gaga over the new movie Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, and in celebration of its release, the Post Library is hosting a Harry Potter movie marathon. Get your fill of the Hogwarts crew, and be entered to win tickets to Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.
Adult Game Night Saturday, November 26, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Join the Post Library for a night of fun, laughs, and friendly competition for Adult Game Night. This free event is open to everyone.
ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL? Watch NFL games and highlights, including Super Bowl 51 at Warrior Zone and Nugget Lanes Bowling Center. The Warrior Zone offers games every Monday, Thursday, and Sunday, while Nugget Lanes Bowling Center has RedZone and game highlights.
CHEER ON THE ARMY Saturday, November 5, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Cheer on the Army as we take on the Air Force during the annual Army vs. Air Force hockey game! This event is open to the public.
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Strike Up Some Fun! NUGGET LANES BOWLING CENTER IS RIGHT UP YOUR ALLEY #WainwrightBowl With league nights and themed games available daily, a tasty snack bar, and refreshing drinks from the lounge, you’re sure to have a blast at Nugget Lanes Bowling Center! Winter leagues are a great way to have fun, week after week. And don’t forget about our themed bowling nights, where the music is pumping and the party never ends!
BOWLING LEAGUES Leagues are a great way to have fun, week after week. Sign up as a team or as an individual, and you’ll soon be bowling turkeys with ease. Leagues are available year-round, for beginners to pros of all ages. Be sure to stop by Nugget Lanes Bowling Center to find a league that’s perfect for you!
YOUTH BOWLING CAMP Have fun knocking down pins at Bowling Camp this winter! Youth ages 5 to 18 will be able learn bowling techniques, develop their skills, and have a great time during this 8-week long camp. The camp will be held December 3 – February 4 after school hours. Register October 3 – November 25 at Parent Central Services.
LET’S PARTY! Looking for the perfect place to host a birthday party? Nugget Lanes Bowling Center has your covered. We provide the fun, you provide the smiles! Ask us how we can make your party memorable for years to come.
COSMIC BOWLING Stylish Cosmic Bowling is a non-stop, high-fiving, total sensory overload, and an unforgettably good time! Happening Friday and Saturday nights from 9 p.m. – Midnight, you and your friends are sure to come back for more! Reservations are recommended for this popular event.
HAUNTED HALLOWEEN FUN Trick or Bowl! It’s party time at Nugget Lanes Bowling Center Saturday, October 29, 2 – 4 p.m. Calling all pirates and ballerinas, vampires and witches too, we’ve got a spooky party just for you! Little goblins and ghouls, you’re invited to Nugget Lanes Bowling Center for an afternoon of storytelling, movies, tricks and treats, a costume contest, and glow-in-the-dark bowling.
Halloween Spooktacular Saturday, October 29, 9 p.m. – Midnight We’re turning down the lights and turning up the frights! The annual Halloween Spooktacular at Nugget Lanes Bowling Center is back, and it’s scarier than ever. Come in costume and enjoy a night of unlimited glow-in-the-dark bowling, live music by DJ Boom, contests and prizes, and ghoulish goodies for everyone! Reservations are recommended.
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Seasonal Fun FRIGHTENING FUN AND GAMES Haunted Laser Tag at the Last Frontier Community Activity Center Friday, October 28, 5 – 8 p.m. Creatures of the night are lurking in the shadows of the Last Frontier Community Activity Center’s Laser Tag arena... Enter if you dare! This is a fright you won’t want to miss. Reservations are recommended.
Friday Fright Night at the Post Library Friday, October 28, 5:30 – 8 p.m. You won’t want to close your eyes after you’ve spent the evening watching horror movies at the Post Library. This free event is open to adults brave enough to participate.
HOLIDAY FESTIVITIES Annual Tree Lighting Friday, December 2 Celebrate with friends and family, and spread good tidings and cheer at the annual Tree Lighting Celebration! Fun is sure to be had by all, with winter activities, children’s activities, and a visit by Santa Claus. This year’s annual Tree Lighting event will be at Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area. Visit out website for more information on this event.
Winter Wonderland Trivia Night at the Post Library Friday, December 16, 7 – 9 p.m. The Post Library is teaming up with Nugget Lanes Bowling Center to host a trivia night in Winter Wonderland! This free event is open to everyone.
For contact information about the activities seen here, visit the Directory on page 30, and visit www.wainwright.armymwr.com
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Sports & Fitness GET YOUR SKATE ON Sharpen those blades— it’s time to get out on the ice! Along with open skate times, the rink is host to many activities throughout the winter months, including hockey and special events.
Holiday Ice Skating Delighting families for years, the annual Holiday Ice Skating event is a classic that can’t be missed. All ages are welcome to attend, December 21–January 4, 1:30–4 p.m. at the Physical Fitness Center Ice Rink. Free ice skate rentals are available on December 24 and 31.
KEEP OFF THE HOLIDAY POUNDS #WainwrightFitness Spooky Spin Class Saturday, October 29, 10 a.m. – Noon This frightening class will be enough to scare the sweat out of you! Dress in your favorite costume, and join the certified trainers for an intense Halloween workout. Limited number of participants. Register at the PFC.
Burn calories at the Turkey Burn Wednesday, November 23, 5 – 7 p.m. Prepare for your upcoming Thanksgiving feast with a two-hour fitness class consisting of Bodyshop, Piyo, Spin, and Zumba. This class is sure to burn off those calories you know you’re going to consume over the holiday weekend. Limited number of participants. Register at the PFC.
Fit 4 the Holidays 45-Day Fitness Challenge Let’s make a commitment; a commitment that together we will stay healthy and not overindulge ourselves this holiday season! Join the Fit 4 the Holidays 45-Day Fitness Challenge and receive planned workouts, bi-weekly weigh-ins and measurements, and a support group for success! Prizes will be awarded at the end of the challenge. Register at the PFC.
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SWEAT IT OUT Physical Fitness Center Take your workout to the next level at the Physical Fitness Center (PFC). With a free-weights room, fitness coordinators, and group classes (including cycling, kickboxing, Zumba, and more), the PFC has everything you need to create the best all-around workout.
Melaven Fitness Center When you think of Melaven, think of maximizing your workout with functional fitness equipment, group classes like R.I.P.P., and an indoor pool.
FOR THE LOVE OF THE GAME #WainwrightSports Intramural sports Intramural sports are a great way to test your strength, prove your will, and boost your team building skills! There are a variety of intramural sports available through the Intramural Program at Fort Wainwright. For a complete list of leagues, visit our website.
Program
Coaches Meeting
Entry Deadline
Season Dates
Basketball
October 19, 2 p.m.
October 26
November–February
Racquetball
October 26, 2 p.m.
November 2
Tournament dates: November 7–10
Veteran’s Day Arctic Beast Power Lifting Competition
November 2, 2 p.m.
November 10
Competition date: November 12
Dodgeball
November 30, 2 p.m.
December 7
Tournament date: December 10
Battle of Battalions Basketball Tournament
December 7, 2 p.m.
December 9
Tournament dates: December 12–15
Hockey
February 1, 2 p.m.
February 8
March–May
Volleyball
February 8, 2 p.m.
February 15
March–May
Saint Patty’s Day Strongman Throwdown
March 8, 2 p.m.
March 23
Competition date: March 25
Wiffle ball Tournament
March 29, 2 p.m.
April 5
Tournament date: April 22
Dodgeball (spring season)
April 12, 2 p.m.
April 19
Tournament date: April 22
Softball League
May 3, 2 p.m.
May 10
May–August
3rd Annual Softball Invitational Tournament
TBA
TBA
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Flag Football
July 12, 2 p.m.
July 19
August–September
For contact information about the activities seen here, visit the Directory on page 30, and visit www.wainwright.armymwr.com
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Food BAVARIAN BITES AND BREWS #WainwrightOktoberfest Saturday, October 8, 3 p.m. Grab your lederhosen and beer steins, and meet us at the Nugget Lanes Bowling Center for this year’s Oktoberfest celebration! Raise a stein to Polka sensation “The Alaska Blaskapelle”and ring in the season with traditional German performances, food, and of course, beer! This event will primarily be held outdoors. Please dress for the weather.
FRESH LOOK AT THE MOTHER LODE CAFE #WainwrightBowl The Mother Lode Café at Nugget Lanes Bowling Center is freshening up the menu! With added menu options, you now have the option of adding healthy menu items to your meal. Check out the brand new menu during a fun night out with friends!
Combat these chilly days with National Chili Month Warm up from these cooler temperature with a piping hot bowl of chili at Nugget Lanes Bowling Center and the Mother Lode Café. During the month of October, receive a delicious beef chili served in a sourdough bread boule and a large fountain drink for only $10. Be sure to come back all winter long for the daily soup bar.
Buy lunch and bowl for free! They say there’s no such thing as a free lunch, but they never mention anything about a free game of bowling! Bring your Mother Lode Café receipt to the bowling counter during the weekday hours of 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., and receive one free game.
CLASSIC BITES AT THE ZONE #WainwrightZone Warrior Zone is rolling out a new menu, and we’re excited to share it with you! Sink your teeth into a mouth-watering grilled beef patty or chicken breast cooked to perfection over the flaming-hot grill, piled high with crisp lettuce, tomato, and sweet red onion. Top it all off with delicious fries and an ice cold beer, and you’ve got the perfect meal for lunch or dinner!
For contact information about the activities seen here, visit the Directory on page 30, and visit www.wainwright.armymwr.com
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winter fun for everyone CHENA BEND CLUBHOUSE OFFERS UP FUN, EVEN IN WINTER #WainwrightChenaBend Just because there is snow on the ground does not mean that the fun times at Chena Bend Clubhouse and Golf Course have to end! While the greens may be closed for the season, there is still plenty to do, both inside and out. Practice your swing on our state-of-the-art golf simulators, or attend a clinic to keep your swing in fine form. Still yearning to be outside? The Pro Shop offers both cross-country ski and snowshoe rentals— perfect for use on the scenic trails surrounding the clubhouse. After your time recreating, kick back and enjoy a hearty meal by the fire. A fully-stocked bar is available to create your favorite cocktail. The options are endless at Chena Bend Clubhouse and Golf Course! Open Friday – Sunday, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m., and by appointment.
SHRED THE SLOPES #WainwrightSki Practically located out your front door, Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Hill is only one of three downhill ski areas in the military system. The mountain boasts day and night skiing, a thrilling tubing hill, as well as a phenomenal terrain park— the best around! Whether you’re an avid downhill enthusiast or new to the sport, the crew at Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area has you covered. We offer complete rental packages, ski and snowboard lessons for any skill level, and a mixture of runs catered to different abilities. At the end of the day, unwind in the welcoming lodge and enjoy a meal and treat from our restaurant. What better way to end the day than with hot chocolate? Open Friday – Sunday, Noon – 8 p.m Opening day is set for Friday, November 25, conditions permitting.
For contact information about the activities seen here, visit the Directory on page 30, and visit www.wainwright.armymwr.com
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Adventure ADVENTURE AWAITS #WainwrightODR Go. Explore. With over thirty trips this winter, there’s sure to be an Outdoor Recreation adventure that’s perfect for you. Don’t wait to sign up, as reservations fill up fast!
Adventures close to home There’s a whole new world to explore now that it’s wintertime in Interior Alaska! Let the staff at the Outdoor Recreation Center assist you with planning an outdoor adventure. They have the equipment and supply rentals that allow you to have a safe and enjoyable winter trip. Interested in joining an experienced guide on a winter outing? The Outdoor Recreation Center offers dozens of guided winter trips. See the opposite page for a full calendar of upcoming Outdoor Recreation Center adventures.
Climbing wall at the Outdoor Recreation Center Race to the top! The Outdoor Recreation Center offers you its very own indoor climbing wall, perfect for family fun, PT climbs, unit functions, or personal use. There are plenty of specials available; contact the Outdoor Recreation Center to see what is available to you! Want to climb higher? Climbing Wall Belay Clinics are available every Thursday night at 5:30 p.m. and are free of charge. (You must have belay certification to use the top ropes at the Outdoor Recreation Center and UAF.)
GET YOUR ADRENALINE PUMPING WITH B.O.S.S. #WainwrightBOSS Open to all single Soldiers, single with dependents, and geobachelors, B.O.S.S. is an excellent way to meet new people, create new experiences, and enhance your community. Visit our website for upcoming B.O.S.S. opportunities.
For contact information about the activities seen here, visit the Directory on page 30, and visit www.wainwright.armymwr.com
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OUTDOOR RECREATION CALENDAR Adventure
Date
Time
Length
Location
Clearwater Silvers*
October 1
10:30 a.m.
4.5 hours
Delta Clearwater
Friday Family Night: Climbing
October 7, 14, 21 November 4 December 2, 16
5:30 p.m.
2.5 hours
Outdoor Rec
Women in the Wilderness: Bike to Ursa Major Distillery
October 8
Noon
6 hours
via UAF trails
ATV Safety Course
October 8
1 p.m.
3 hours
Bldg TA-111
Volunteer Development Day: Climbing and Anchors
October 16
10 a.m.
6 hours
Outdoor Rec
Wickersham Dome Snowshoe Hike
October 22
9 a.m.
8 hours
Wickersham Dome
Friday Family Night: Snowshoeing
October 28 December 9
5:30 p.m.
2.5 hours
Outdoor Rec
Volunteer Development Day: Cross-Country Skiing
November 5
10 a.m.
6 hours
Birch Hill
Snowmachine Safety Course
November 12, 19 December 31
8 a.m. & 1 p.m.
4 hours
Outdoor Rec
Cross-Country Skiing for Beginners
November 13
10 a.m.
6 hours
UAF Trails
Women in the Wilderness: Cross-Country Skiing
November 19
10 a.m.
6 hours
UAF Trails
Stiles Creek Snowmachine Trip
November 26
8 a.m.
9 hours
Stiles Creek
Fat Tire Biking
November 27 December 18
10 a.m.
6 hours
UAF Trails
Volunteer Development Day: Ice Climbing
December 3
11 a.m.
5 hours
UAF Ice Climbing Wall
Fat Tire Biking
December 14
10 a.m.
6 hours
UAF Trails
White Mountains Snowmachine Trip
December 10
8 a.m.
9 hours
White Mountains
Ice Climbing in Denali
December 10
8 a.m.
10 hours
Denali Park
Compeau Trail Snowmachine Trip
December 17
8 a.m.
9 hours
Chena River SRA
Cross-Country Skiing at Birch Hill
December 23
10 a.m.
6 hours
Birch Hill Trails
Family 1/2 Day Snowmachine Trip
December 23
9 a.m. & 1 p.m.
3 hours
Birch Hill Ski Area
Ice Fishing at Birch Lake
December 24
8 a.m.
9 hours
Birch Lake
Women in the Wilderness: Fat Tire Biking
December 30
10 a.m.
6 hours
UAF Trails
Local 1/2 Day Snowmachine Trip
December 30
9 a.m. & 1 p.m.
3 hours
Birch Hill Ski Area
* Alaska State Fishing License is required **Volunteer Development Day is free to all Outdoor Recreation Volunteers with 3 or more volunteer hours
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Youth FROM COVER TO COVER #WainwrightLibrary Noon Day Preschool Story Time Dive into the world of reading with your preschooler! Join the Library every Thursday at noon for Noon Day Story Time, where your child can venture into a world of imagination and learning. Each week offers a different theme.
“Read for the fun of it” Teen Read Week
Bounce House Nights at the Last Frontier Community Activity Center Jump around and have a blast in the bounce houses! Two bounce houses are available for different ages of kids at this free event, October 6 and 20, November 3 and 17, and December 15 and 29 from 5 – 7 p.m. A parent must be present during the fun.
October 9 – 15
New Parent Support Programs
The Post Library will celebrate Teen Read Week (October 9–15) with special events and programs spotlighting all the great resources and activities available to teens. Join the Library staff at the Youth Center for a week of inspiration and encouragement. This event is free and is open to youth that have registered through Parent Central Services.
Calling all new parents! Join the New Parent Support Program for a variety of classes that introduce parents to techniques and programs tailored to their specific needs. Classes and programs include Parents as Teachers, Jump on Board— Promoting Literacy, Baby Care 101, and Scream-free Parenting.
October 11: Book Talk and Tea October 12: Young Writers Workshop October 13: Illustrate Your Life Workshop October 15: Book to Film Movie Night
Christmas Story Time Saturday, December 24, Noon to 1 p.m. ‘Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse... Join the Library to read along to classic holiday classics, as we celebrate one more night until Christmas!
Ring in the New Year Celebration Saturday, December 31, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. We understand. Sometimes it’s hard to stay up all the way to midnight. Count down to “midnight” with us and ring in the New Year a little early with a New Year’s Eve party just for kids, complete with crafts, stories, and more!
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READY, SET, PLAY!
Play Mornings with the New Parent Support Program Bond with your children (ages 0-5) while learning different developmental play activities. The play group meets every Monday and Thursday from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. at the Last Frontier Community Activity Center.
THE “SKIES” THE LIMIT Sip, Snack, and Paint events with SKIESUnlimited Enjoy drinks, snacks, and company while creating an artwork masterpiece! Events are the 4th Tuesday of each month, from 6 – 8 p.m. at SKIESUnlimited, inside of Murphy Hall. Open to all ages with parent discretion. $45 for child and parent, $30 for each additional child, and $15 for each additional parent. All materials are included. Register with Parent Central Services.
FUN FOR BOYS AND GHOULS! Pumpkin Decorating Friday, October 7, 5 – 7 p.m. Dare to join the Last Frontier Community Activity Center for an evening of Halloween pumpkin decorating! This event is $5 per pumpkin and early registration is recommended, as supplies are limited.
Halloween Lock-in at the Youth Center Friday, October 28, 8 p.m. Join the Youth Center for a hauntingly good time at their annual Halloween Lock-in event! Youth in grades 6–12 are invited to dress up in their favorite costume and come prepared for a spooky good time. Register at Parent Central Services or at the Youth Center.
DECK THE HALLS #WainwrightLFCAC Gingerbread house decorating and holiday crafts Friday, December 16, 5 – 7 p.m. It’s that time of year again, when visions of candy canes and sugar plums dance in our heads! It’s time to celebrate the holidays by decorating gingerbread houses and creating holiday crafts. Space is limited. Register by contacting the Last Frontier Community Activity Center.
For contact information about the activities seen here, visit the Directory on page 30, and visit www.wainwright.armymwr.com
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WE’VE GOT CHILD CARE TAKEN CARE OF #WainwrightYouthCenter Let us watch the kids; you deserve a break Are you needing some time for yourself? Need to get that last minute holiday shopping finished? Let the staff at the School Age Center and Child Development Center help you out with an afternoon of child care for just $20 per child. Let us lend a hand on December 17, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
YOUTH SPORTS #WainwrightYouthSports Youth Sports Indoor Soccer Get your kids active this winter with Indoor Soccer. The season runs February 6 – April 8, and is available for youth ages 5 to 14. Register December 5–16 at Parent Central Services.
Youth Sports Developmental Soccer Do you have wee ones that you’d like to introduce to the sport? We invite them to join Developmental Indoor Soccer. The season runs February 6 – March 16, and is available for children ages 3 to 4. Register December 5 – 16 at Parent Central Services.
Babysitters Course
Youth Sports Indoor Archery Camp
December 27–30, Noon – 6 p.m.
Ready, draw, release! This winter, youth ages 8 to 14 have the chance to learn the ancient sport of archery. This camp will be held January 23 – 27. Register December 5 – 16 at Parent Central Services.
Join us for a babysitting certification class and become a certified babysitter. Learn what it takes to care for a child, respond to basic emergency situations, and babysitting etiquette. This course includes CPR and First Aid certification. For youth in grades 7–12. Register with Parent Central Services or the Youth Center.
Youth Sports Bowling Camp Have fun knocking down pins at Bowling Camp this winter! This 8-week long camp will be held December 3 – February 4, and is available to youth ages 5 to 18. Register October 3 – November 25 at Parent Central Services.
THERE’S ALWAYS SOMETHING HAPPENING AT THE YOUTH CENTER #WainwrightCYSS Youth in grades 6–12 are offered both structure and recreation when they step through the doors of the Youth Center. The facility is home to a movie theater, gym, game room, and Teen Lounge. We’re a fun place to socialize, have fun, and learn. Below is a selection of activities being offered at the Youth Center this season. Check out our website for a complete list of activities.
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Introduction to Drawing and Sketching
Every Thursday in October
Relationship Class
October 14
Halloween Lock-in
October 28
Glass Fusing Workshop
Every Tuesday in November
Homeschooling Connect Field Trip
November 4
Mixed Media Painting Class
Every Thursday in December
Gingerbread House Competition
December 5–9
Winter Break Field Trips
December21–January 4
Babysitters Course
December 27–30
For contact information about the activities seen here, visit the Directory on page 30, and visit www.wainwright.armymwr.com
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Services AUTO SKILLS #WainwrightAutoSkills The shop that’s there for you With the cold weather looming, it’s imperative to take extra precautions with your vehicle’s maintenance. Let the Automotive Skills Center make things easy for you with ASE Certified mechanics, self-serve auto bays, and prices lower than you will receive off post. Automotive Skills Center services include: Heating and air conditioning repair Alignment and tire rotation Tire mounting and balancing Tire repairs Ordering of auto care supplies 24-hour tow service, including Jump-starts and locksmith Complete vehicle winterization Did you know that the Automotive Skills Center has indoor, self-serve auto bays where you can work on your car or truck for a low hourly rate? With lifts, tools, and knowledgeable staff to assist you, it’s easy to work on your car any time of the year! Don’t be left in the cold! The Automotive Skills Center offers 24-tow service. This service includes Fort Wainwright and the surrounding areas.
For contact information about the activities seen here, visit the Directory on page 30, and visit www.wainwright.armymwr.com
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October is
Domestic Violence Awareness Month No one deserves to be abused, and anyone can be a victim. Even simple actions can make a difference.
Speak up: Be part of the solution
Join ACS for a month of awareness that will last a lifetime
Purple and White Night
Tuesday, October 4, 5–6:30 p.m., Bldg 3728 DFAC
All DoD ID Cardholders are welcome to enjoy this kick-off celebration in support of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Participants are encouraged to dress in purple and white in support of Domestic Violence Prevention.
Know the warning signs.
R.A.D. Women’s Self Defense Seminar
Thursday, October 13, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., Bldg 4391, Combatives Gymnasium
Learn safe and appropriate Master Resiliency Training ways to raiseSkills theSeminar issue with Improve your resiliency skills to copeco-workers. and thrive through deliberate friends and breathing, communication, and management exercise. Women will learn defensive concepts and techniques against various types of assaults by utilizing easy, effective, and proven self-defense tactics taught by certified instructors. Friday, October 14, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., Bldg 3414 SFAC
radKIDS Camp
Take a stand to stop domestic violence.
Saturday, October 22 and Sunday, October 23, 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m., Bldg 3709 PFC
Join certified instructors from the Alaska National Guard Child & Youth Program’s radKIDS program for a camp dedicated to children’s safety. Children ages 5-12 are welcome. Children will receive a certificate of completion and engaging workbooks. Parents are highly encouraged to attend and will receive a parent safety guide.
For assistance, contact:
CYSS Youth Center - Class on Bullying • Your installation’s Family28,Advocacy Program Friday, October 14 and Friday, October Bldg 4109 Youth Center CYSS Staff will conduct one-hour classes to youth in grades 6-12 in • Domestic Abuse Victim Advocate support of Domestic Violence Awareness Month on the following topics: • National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233 Friday, October 14, 5–6 p.m.: Relationships Friday, October 28, 8–9 p.m.: Bullying
For more information, call Military OneSource at 800-342-9647. Space may be limited for seminars and courses. Please call ACS at (907) 353-4227 to register.
Keepinformation, everyone visit in our community safe. For more wainwright.armymwr.com
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Military & Family Readiness LET US INTRODUCE OURSELVES #WainwrightACS
GATEWAY TO EMPLOYMENT
Newcomers Orientation to Fort Wainwright
The Employment Readiness Program offers up-to-date resource information on available employment opportunities, market and job trends, education, and volunteer resources to help individuals make informed decisions when seeking employment. The Employment Readiness Program is offering several employment classes this winter including employment orientation, federal and private sector employment, and best practices for job interviews.
Orientations to be held November 16 and December 8
There can be a lot to learn when you first arrive at Fort Wainwright or are transitioning to another location. While Newcomers Orientation is mandatory for all Soldiers, Family Members are encouraged to attend the orientation and Information Fair in order to better understand Fort Wainwright and the surrounding communities.
WELCOME TO WINTER Prepare yourself for the cold
Orientations to be held October 13 and 27, November 17, and December 8 The Interior of Alaska can be a harsh environment; one where resiliency is key. Prepare yourself by attending a Welcome to Winter Orientation. These free orientations are open to everyone, and will help you understand the specifics to living and surviving an Alaskan winter. Specific topics include winter driving techniques, vehicle winterization, winter maintenance procedures, winter clothing choices, as well as health and wellness during the dark months.
ARMY FAMILY TEAM BUILDING TIME Are you ready to be the best person that you can possibly be? Join the Army Family Team Building Lunch and Learn Series in December to improve your social and professional skills.
Private Sector Employment Seminar
VOLUNTEERING Volunteer Management Classes Learn how to maximize your volunteer experience. Army Community Services and the Army Volunteer Corps is conducting a range of classes in October and December, catered towards the many facets of volunteering and volunteer management. Registration is required.
Community Showcase Thursday, November 22, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. How can you —as an individual— make a difference? How do your actions multiply to create a world of good? Meet with local agencies from Fort Wainwright and the Fairbanks area to discuss community outreach and volunteer opportunities. The showcase will be at the Last Frontier Community Activity Center, and is open to everyone.
For contact information about the activities seen here, visit the Directory on page 30, and visit www.wainwright.armymwr.com
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MOBILIZATION AND DEPLOYMENT The Mobilization and Deployment Readiness Program provides active duty, reserve units, and guard units with pre and post deployment and mobilization briefings, Family Readiness Group assistance and training, information and referral services, resource materials, and Operation R.E.A.D.Y. (Resources for Education About Deployment and You) training. Training is being offered for Comprehensive FRG Training, Key Caller, Treasurer Training, and Volunteer Management Information System Usage for FRGs. Registration is required.
MANAGING YOUR ANGER Anger management is key to controlling your reactions to situations and events. These skills will help minimize the impact on health, careers, school, and relationships. The Master Resiliency Training “Skills” Seminar focuses on resilience skills in order to cope and thrive through deliberate breathing, communication, and energy management exercises— all of which strengthen by our ability to increase our resilience among our Soldiers and their Family Members. Registration is required.
KEEPING EVERYONE SAFE Report Domestic Violence: (907) 353-7535 Learn your options in reporting domestic abuse: (907) 799-9770 Report Child or Domestic Abuse: (907) 353-7535 Report Sexual Assault 24/7 Hotline: (907) 353-7272 Safe Helpline: (877) 995-5247 Talk to Someone. Military Family Life Consultants: (907) 388-2553 or (907) 699-6966
WE’RE YOUR SAFE RIDE HOME SADD (Soldiers Against Drunk Driving) wants to bring you home safe. Call (907) 353-6610 on Fridays and Saturdays (11 p.m. – 4 a.m.), as well as training and holiday hours, for a free ride home.
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CELEBRATE BIG #DoneWright2016 We had a blast at this year’s Summerfest Done Wright, and we hope you did too! Throughout the festival, we were out snapping pictures; capturing your bright smiles and enthusiasm. Here are just a few of the moments we were lucky enough to catch. For a complete Summerfest album, check out wainwright.armymwr.com. Thank you again for coming out to Summerfest Done Wright 2016. We can’t wait to see you again next year!
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Fort Wainwright MWR Directory Hours subject to change. Please check wainwright.armymwr.com for the most up-to-date information. Army Community Service Building 3401 Phone: (907) (907) 353-4227 Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday
7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Closed
ACS Family Resource Center Building 3401 Phone: (907) 353-4227 Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday
8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Closed
Automotive Skills Center Building 3730 Phone: (907) 353-7436
Monday Tuesday - Wednesday Thursday - Friday Saturday Sunday
Building 1049 #2 Phone: (907) 353-7713 and (907) 353-7826 Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday
8 a.m. – 1 p.m., 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. Closed
Fischer Skeet Range Building 1171 Phone: (907) 353-7688 Call for reservations
Last Frontier Community Activity Center Building 1044 Phone: (907) 353-7755
11:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. Closed 11:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. 11:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Tow Service (24/7): (907) 590-1716
Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area Building 1172 Phone: (907) 353-1998 Monday - Thursday Friday - Sunday
Child, Youth, and School Services Parent Central Services
By appointment only Noon – 8 p.m.
Monday - Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
9 a.m. – 7 p.m. 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Closed
Laser Tag at Last Frontier Community Activity Center Monday - Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Closed 3 – 7 p.m. 3 – 8 p.m. 1 – 8 p.m. Closed
Library
Building 3700 Phone: (907) 353-2642
Chena Bend Golf
Building 2090 Phone: (907) 353-6223 Monday - Thursday Friday - Sunday
By appointment only 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Driving Range is open 24/7 (seasonally)
Child Development Center I (CDC 1) Building 4024 Phone: (907) 361-4190 Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday
6 a.m. – 6 p.m. Closed
Child Development Center II (CDC II) Building 4176 Phone: (907) 361-9056 Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday
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6 a.m. – 6 p.m. Closed
Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday
10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Closed
Melaven Fitness Center Building 3452 Phone: (907) 353-1994 Gym Monday - Friday Saturday Sunday
5 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Closed
Pool Monday 6 a.m. – 8 p.m. (PT) Tuesday - Thursday 6 a.m. – 8 p.m. (PT) 11 a.m. – Noon (Lap Swim & Lessons) 12 – 3 p.m. (Open Swim) Friday 11 a.m. – Noon (Lap Swim & Lessons) Noon – 3 p.m., 4 – 7 p.m. (Open Swim) Saturday 11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (Lap Swim & Lessons) 12:30 – 5:30 p.m. (Open Swim) Sunday Closed
NAF Civilian Personnel
School Support Services
Building 1045 Phone: (907) 353-6356
Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday
Building 1045 Phone: (907) 353-9377 7:30 – 11:30 a.m., 12:30 – 4 p.m. Closed
Nugget Lanes Bowling Center Building 3702 Phone: (907) 353-2654
Monday - Tuesday Wednesday - Thursday Friday - Saturday Sunday
By appointment only 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. 11 a.m. – 1 a.m. 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Gold Rush Lounge Monday - Tuesday Wednesday - Thursday Friday - Saturday Sunday
Closed 4 – 10 p.m. 4 p.m. – 1 a.m. 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Mother Lode Café Monday - Tuesday Wednesday - Thursday Friday - Saturday Sunday
Closed 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Outdoor Recreation Center Building 4050 Phone: (907) 361-6349
Monday Tuesday - Wednesday Thursday - Saturday Sunday
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Closed 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Noon – 6 p.m.
Physical Fitness Center Building 3709 Phone: (907) 353-7223
Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Closed
Soldier Family Assistance Center Building 3414 Phone: (907) 353-7322 Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday
7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Closed
Unit Funds Building 1045 Phone: (907) 353-7715 or (907) 353-7791 Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Closed
Warrior Zone Building 3205 Phone: (907) 353-1087 Gaming Monday - Thursday Friday - Saturday Sunday
4 – 11 p.m. 4 p.m. – 1 a.m. 12 – 9 p.m.
Sports Bar Monday - Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday - Saturday Sunday
5 – 10:30 p.m. Closed 5 – 10:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. Noon – 8:30 p.m.
Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday
5:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Youth Center
Ice Skating Rink Monday & Wednesday Tuesday & Thursday Friday Saturday-Sunday
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. (Rec. Skate) 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. (Rec. Hockey) 5:30 – 7:45 p.m. (Rec. Skate) 1:30 – 4 p.m. (Rec. Skate)
Monday - Thursday 2 – 8 p.m. Friday 2 – 10 p.m. Saturday 2 – 8 p.m. Sunday Closed
Private Organization Advisor Building 1045 Phone: (907) 353-7788
Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Closed
School Age Center Building 4166 Phone: (907) 361-7394
Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday
6 a.m. – 6 p.m. Closed
Building 4109 Phone: (907) 361-5437
Youth Sports & Fitness Building 1049 #2 Phone: (907) 353-7482, Cell: (907) 590-2010 Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday
8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Closed
The Fort Wainwright “FEATURES” is an official information source published quarterly by Family and MWR. All activities described herein are subject to change. Contact the host facility for confirmation. Activities described herein are open to authorized patrons and guests where applicable. The use of a commercial sponsor logo or mention of a commercial sponsor or other organization does not constitute U.S. government endorsement. Cover photo: ©Jeff Wallace, flickr.com/photos/wherezjeff
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