March Base, Bay & Beyond Magazine

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6th Force Support Squadron MacDill AFB

Arts & Crafts Center ............................. 4-5 Youth Center .............................................6 Information, Tickets & Travel ............... 8-9 Library & Play Pass ............................... 10 MacDill Lanes ........................................ 12 Ten Pins Grill .......................................... 13 Single Airman ........................................ 13 MacDill Clubs...................................14, 17 SeaScapes ........................................15-16 Boomers Bash ....................................... 16 Catering & Food Trucks ......................... 17 Pass & ID .............................................. 19 Outdoor Recreation ..........................19-21 Bay Palms Golf Complex ....................... 22 Fairways & Fitness Center .................... 23 Airman & Family Services ..................... 26 School Liaison Program ........................ 27

Telephone Extensions Prefix 828 Commander 2823 Deputy 2822 Ops Officer 2703 Honor Guard 5190 Marketing & Publicity 3055 Resource Mgmt/ Private Organizations 6962 Manpower & Personnel Flight 4154 CAC Appointment Line 1988 Customer Service ID Card 2278 Civilian Personnel 6090 Manpower 3711 Human Resource Office (NAF) 2911 Sustainment Services Flight 0034 Catering 840-2220 Diner’s Reef Dining Facility 840-1518 Flight Meals 4998 Fitness Center 4496 MacDill Inn - Lodging 4259 Club Membership 6962 SeaScapes Beach Club 840-1451 Surf’s Edge Club 840-2020 Boomers Bar & Grill Force Development Flight 7320 Airman Leadership School 2299 Education 3115 Library 3607 Professional Development 1229 Training 4004 Airman & Family Services Flight 5097 Airman & Family Readiness 0145 Child Development Ctr 1 3332 Child Development Ctr 2 2244 Child Development Ctr 3 0195 Family Child Care 7760 Airman & Family Readiness (Brandon) 655-9281 Resource & Referral 5750 School Age Program 5971 Youth Center 7956 Community Services Flight 2921 Bay Palms Golf Complex 840-6904 Snack Bar 840-6906 MacDill Bowling Lanes 4005 Arts & Crafts Center 4413 Auto Hobby Shop 4553 Wood Hobby Shop 2093 Information, Tickets & Travel 2478 Outdoor Recreation/Equip Rental/ FamCamp/Pool 4982 Marina 4983 Skeet Range 5299

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About Our Cover…

Spring has Sprung and word on the street is the Easter Bunny is coming to town! Your 6th Force Support Squadron has some great events this month to help you spend some quality time with your family.

MacDill Lanes & Family Fun Center will be running a Spring Break Youth Special 12-16 March with $1 shoe rentals and $1 games until 6pm.

The Short Fitness & Sports Center with be having a St. Patrick’s Day 5k Run on Wed, 13 March at 7am. Prize giveaways, trophies to top performers and smoothie token giveaways.

Everyone welcome!

There’s also a St. Patrick’s Day Party on Sat, 16 March from 4-9pm at Seascapes Beach House. Live music by “4 Ever Erin” starts at 5pm. Be sure to try Chef Dennis’s Irish Dinner Special.

The Base Library is offering up fun with St. Patrick’s Day Story Time & Craft on Tue, 12 March at 10:30am as well as, the Bunny Story Time & Craft on Tue, 26 March at 10:30pm.

The Annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held Sat, 30 March beginning at 10am at the Youth Baseball Fields for children ages 1-11. Children should BYOB (bring your own basket) to collect eggs.

Easter Brunch will be served on Sun, 31 March from 11am to 2:30pm at the Surf’s Edge Club. There are two seating times available 11am & 1pm. Please remember reservations are required and can be made by calling 840-2020.

However you choose to welcome Spring on your calendar this month, we hope you will take advantage of the many offerings available to you and your family.

Special thanks to this month’s cover models: EM3 Chris Giboney & wife Laurie’s daughter Lillee (3yrs), 1Lt Raymond Mims & wife Jaclynn’s son Rylan (4yrs) and SSgt Shannon Hutto & wife Carli’s daughter Lia (3yrs).

The Base, Bay and Beyond magazine is a monthly publication designed and produced by the 6th Force Support Squadron Marketing Department. Dates, times and prices subject to change without notice. Contact facility for latest information. No federal endorsement of sponsors/advertisers intended. To advertise in the magazine contact the 6FSS Marketing Department at (813) 828-3055 or send advertising copy to 6FSS/FSK, 1904 Golf Course Ave., Ste. 1, MacDill AFB, FL 33621. Deadline for advertising is six weeks prior to publication.

Base, Bay & Beyond Staff

Wendy Foster Marketing Director

Lt Col Sean S. Jones

Ms. Sandra Kobelia

Commander, 6th Force Support Squadron

Deputy, 6th Force Support Squadron

David Engle

Terry Dover

Amy Casey

Commercial Sponsorship Coordinator

Marketing Specialist

Publicist/Illustrator

Arts & Crafts Center

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GIFT SHOP P.O. Box Banks Handmade by local craftsman from oak hardwood with an authentic post office box door. $45.00 Have personalized with laser engraving for just a little bit more!

Corkboard Trivet Sturdy tray filled with a variety of wine corks. Can be used as a trivet for hot dishes or just for a creative décor piece. $20.00

FRAME SHOP Looking for a way to spruce up your home?

Bring in your existing framed artwork and let us build you a new frame. This is a great, inexpensive way to freshen up your home décor! We have hundreds of moulding choices to fit any budget. If you have a stockpile of artwork ready to be framed, come by and speak to our knowledgeable staff about your project and we’ll help you select all of your pieces and build a custom frame to your specifications.

AWARD SHOP We’ve got the best pricing on Engraving!

Metal or plastic plates are only 15¢ per square inch.

Each line of text is $2.50. Text over 1” tall is $5.00 per line. No need to pay big bucks at those mall shops when we’re conveniently located and can save you money!!

Magazine Basket

March 2013

WOOD SHOP Come in to see the latest American-made, Hat Box hand-crafted wood products available in our store!

Our two newest items include: Magazine Basket • $25.00 Coin Display Rack • $15.00 New items being added each month… stop by and check out our selection!!

Attention Coast Guard & Navy Chief-Selects!

We can assist you in building your hat box! We’ve got the official dimensions and can guide you through completing this important requirement. Shop usage fee is only $3/hr plus cost of materials. We can also build custom boxes of all sizes to display all types of cherished mementos. Hat Box (built by us) • $175.00 Got an idea for your own wood project?

Our staff will provide tips and techniques at your request. Come in and work for only $3.00 per hour! Not sure on how often you can come in? Purchase one of our Frequent Woodworker Cards! There’s NO expiration date and you receive 11 hours of time for only $30!!

– H O U R S O F O P E R AT I O N –

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Awards & Gift Shop, and Frame Shop

Mon-Thu: 9am-6pm • Fri: 9am-5pm • Closed Sat, Sun & Holidays

813-828-4 413

Arts & Crafts Center In this FREE class students will learn all the tips and tricks to get started in turning photographs into beautiful memories that will last for years to come. If time is limited, come in for any amount you can. Class instructor: Kit Taylor, from Creative Memories. Don’t forget… a Cricut machine is also available to add amazing shapes, designs, and details to your scrapbook!

2ND SATURDAY SCRAP PARTY Saturday, 9 March • 10am-2pm

CANVAS & COCKTAILS Every Wednesday • 4-6pm A perfect alternative to the normal after work scene is Canvas and Cocktails. Bring your favorite refreshment and snacks and everything else is provided, including a teacher who shows you step-by-step how to create a featured painting. After two hours of socializing and painting, you’ll have a finished piece of artwork and some new friends! Cost: $10/ person. Single Airman: FREE. Participants must pre-register by noon each Wednesday to reserve a spot.

Join this fun-filled afternoon of scraping and socializing. Work hands-on or digitally!

Snacks and beverages will be provided.

Please sign up in advanced; space is limited.

Cost: $5.00. Instructor: Kit Taylor

Monthly Classes

OPEN SCRAPBOOKING Friday, 8 March • 11am-3pm

DO-IT-YOURSELF FRAME CLASS Tuesday, 19 March • 10am-3pm Have you thought about becoming a Do-ItYourself Framer? This one-day class schedule is the perfect way to learn the basics. During the class, participants will learn how to use materials and assemble their project. Bring in an 8”x10” photo or choose one of the available in-stock photos and leave with a custom frame! Class size is limited & fills quickly.

Reserve space today! Cost: $60.00 (Instructional fee: $35.00; Materials: $25.00)

AUTO HOBBY SHOP Doing your own brake job? Don’t replace the rotors unless absolutely necessary! Our professional staff can analyze your rotors and do a new cut if necessary to get the full value out of them. No appointment necessary. Only $10 per rotor. Do-it-yourself services are open Thursday-Friday, 11am-7pm • Saturday, 9am-5pm

VEHICLE RESALE LOT Trying to sell your car or truck fast? Register to use the Vehicle Resale Lot and we’ll put it on the Virtual Resale Lot for added exposure at no additional cost! Only $30 per month, with a two month maximum. Stop by the Arts & Crafts Center Monday through Friday or the Auto Shop Thursday through Saturday and we’ll take a picture of it and place it on our webpage at www.macdillfss.com

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Easter Egg Hunt Sat, 30 March • 10:00 am (promptly, so don’t be late)

Youth Baseball Fields Near Tinker Elementary

Activities include egg hunt, awarding of prizes to those children finding the Prize Eggs in each group, a clown, games, face painting and a visit from the Easter Bunny!

Each child should bring a basket to collect the eggs they find.

Parents: please protect each child with bug spray and sunscreen. Event is FREE! Open to children 1-11 years old of military personnel assigned to the Tampa area, of DoD employees at MacDill AFB and of military retirees.

For more info, call the Youth Center at 828-7956.

March 2013

Teen Summer Camps Teen Aviation Camp – 1-6 June • United States Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs CO Teen Leadership Camp – 8-12 July University of Texas, San Antonio TX Space Camp – 28 July-2 August • US Space & Rocket Center, Huntsville AL Interested youth & teens can learn more about these programs and application deadlines by visiting the Youth Center (828-7956) or logging onto www.afyouthprograms.com All applications & interviews due to the Youth Center by Thu, 15 March National Kick Butts Day – Wed, 20 March • 3-4pm Join us for games, information sharing and refreshments.

HOURS OF OPERATION

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Mon-Fri Pre-teens: 2:30-7pm Teens: 2:30-8pm Spring Break – 11-15 Mar: Pre-teens 12-6pm Teens 12-7pm

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Information, Tickets & Travel

828-2478

EVENTS AT THE TAMPA TIMES FORUM Bon Jovi “Because We Can” Fri, 1 March • 7:30PM • Section 114 • $149.00 Rhianna “Diamonds World Tour” Fri, 19 April • 7:30PM • Section 102 • $103.00 Fleetwood Mac Sun, 7 July • 8PM • Section 102 • $126.00 TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING Mar 7 Jets; Mar 9 Canadiens; Mar 14 Islanders; Mar 16 Hurricanes; Mar 18 Flyers; Mar 26 Sabres; Mar 29 Devils

Tier II Section 104 Section 206 Section 312 Tier III Section 104 Section 206 Section 312

$84.00 $79.00 $39.00 $51.00 $46.00 $16.00

Tier IV Section 104 Section 206 Section 312 Tier V Section 104 Section 206 Section 312

$46.00 $43.00 $14.00 $41.00 $36.00 $11.00

EPCOT’S 20TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FLOWER & GARDEN FESTIVAL

March 6, 2013 - May 19, 2013.

Included in the price of admission

TICKETS AVAILABLE!

For more information call 828-2478

March 2013

MARDI GRAS AT UNIVERSAL STUDIOS The Biggest Bash This Side of the Bayou!

Now thru April 20, 2013

Mardi Gras is included in the price of the ticket.

It’s the most spectacular celebration of the Big Easy spirit outside of New Orleans itself! Bring the whole family for a part filled with music and fun. You’ll enjoy live concerts featuring top recording acts, a dazzling parade, colorful street performers, authentic Cajun food, and beads by the handful!

Adult: $90.75 • Child: $84.50 (Ages 3-9) HOURS OF OPERATION ITT: Mon thru Fri, 9 am to 5 pm; Sat, 10 am to 3 pm; Closed Sun, and all holidays.

Leisure Travel*: Mon thru Fri, 9 am to 5 pm; Closed Sat, Sun, and all holidays.

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* Must be in office at or before 4:45 pm to give us enough time to complete your reservations

Leisure Travel Stop by & book your next cruise, tour or airline reservation with us!

Get Away!

828-1860

“BLUE MAN GROUP”

Military Member (Active or Retired) $29.00 Child (3-9yrs) $29.00 All others $44.00 Gate Price: $89.46 Valid through March 31, 2013

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS MILITARY SALUTE Valid through March 31, 2013

3 Day Park to Park Military Comp 2 Day Base w/3rd Day Free Adult 2 Day Base w/3rd Day Free Child 2 Day Park to Park w/3rd Day Free Adult 2 Day Park to Park w/3rd Day Free Child

FREE $129.00 $119.00 $139.00 $129.00

Once activated at the park gate - must use all days within 14 days.

WALT DISNEY MILITARY SALUTE DISCOUNT TICKETS Now through September 25, 2013, Active and Retired U.S. Military Personnel (including Active and Retired Members of the United States Coast Guard, National Guard & Reservists) or their spouses can purchase:

•Disney 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets w/Park Hopper Option $154 ea •Disney 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets w/Water Park Fun & More Option $154 ea •Disney 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets w/Park Hopper, Water Park Fun & More Options $182 ea Walt Disney World Tickets may be used beginning now through September 28, 2013, except March 24-April 4, 2013 at all Theme Parks and all Water Park Fun & more locations and July 4, 2013 at Magic Kingdom Park Only.

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Base Library 813-828-3607 Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss! Tue, 5 March • 10:30am

Refreshments will be served!

Teen Tech Week 10-15 March • 3-5pm

St. Patrick’s Day Story Time & Craft Tue, 12 March • 10:30am

Bunny Story Time & Craft – Tue, 26 March • 10:30am Single Airmen Gaming Every Saturday • 1:30-4:30pm. Playstation, Wii & X-Box gaming equipment and games provided.

You may bring a guest; they MUST be 18 or older.

TEEN PROGRAMS Got Game? Teen Game Night Every Thursday evening: Pre-Teens (ages 11-13) 5-6pm Teens (ages 14-18) 6-7:30pm

DON’T FORGET… Preschool Story Time

Every Tuesday • 10:30am

Hours of Operation Mon-Thu • 9am-8pm Fri & Sat • 9am-5pm

Visit www.macdillfss.com or www.MyAirForceLife.com for complete eligibility guidelines, more information along with additional programs & trips that maybe added.

For more information call the Airman & Family Readiness Center at 828-0145 *PLAYPass events & programs are open to all MacDill users; normal fees and charges apply *Events/Programs subject to change

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MacDill Lanes & Family Fun Center 12

Spring Break

You t h Spe c i al 12-16 March $1 shoe rentals $1 games until 6pm

h ou r s o f o pe r a t io n Tue-Thu: 3-8pm • Fri: 3-11pm • Sat: 3pm-Midnight • Closed Sun & Mon

Club Membership Appreciation Fri, 8 March & Fri, 12 April • 6-8pm Door Prize Drawings. All Club members & their family members bowl FREE with Cosmic Lighting & Sound.

The Wasp Handicap Tournament A TOC Qualifier event Sat, 16 March• Noon • $30 Entry.

Pays 1 in 5 ratio for prize fund. Win an invitation to the July 13th 3rd Annual Tournament of Champions with a $1,000 guaranteed 1st Place cash prize.

Darts Tournament Sat, 23 March • 5pm • FREE Entry.

1st Place wins $20 FSS Gift Card.

813.828.4005

Weekly Specials

Weekdays

League Bowler’s App Day • 3-8pm

Tuesday Head to Head Brackets • 5:30pm

Wednesday St Patrick’s Special Thursday – Club Card Day

Friday Birthday Special • Dollar Draft Fridays, $2 Pizza Slices & FREE Billiards! • Prime Time Cosmic & Extreme Bowling

Saturday Prime Time Cosmic & Extreme Bowling

Need a fun location to hold your

Special Function?

We’ll open the doors for any large function you want to sponsor.

Meeting Room available for private functions, etc.

$6.99

$6.99

includes a Fountain Drink

includes Chips & a Fountain Drink

Serving single, double, triple burgers, buffalo wings, pulled pork nachos, pizza and more!

Ten Pins Grill • 840-1516

Wed-Thu: 4-8pm

Fri & Sat: 4-10pm

Sun-Tue: Closed

SINGLE AIRMAN PROGRAMMING

To sign up or for more information for all programs, please contact the Airman & Family Readiness Center at 813-828-0145 or 813-828-2721.

MIAMI’S CALLE OCHO FESTIVAL: Sun, 10 Mar • 7am-11pm

NEW!

It’s time to party in Miami. The Calle Ocho festival is billed as the FREE USE OF world’s largest street party and you get to be there. The festival PADDLEBOARDS! spans 23 city blocks, filled with musical stages, folkloric sites and food vendors.

MON-FRI

JOHNS PASS - PARASAILING & CASINO CRUISE EXCURSION: Sat, 27 April • 1pm-1:30am Cost: $25 per person.

Call the Marina at 828-4983

(Please note: This event is NOT free or open to those who went on February’s skydiving trip). Join the fun for a spectacular beach excursion! Start off the afternoon with Parasailing at Johns Pass.

Imagine the exhilaration of floating 500 feet above the earth’s surface while taking in a fantastic view of Gulf of Mexico beaches and the Intracoastal Waterway. From the air, guests will be able to see from St. Pete Beach, Treasure Island, Madeira Beach and all the way up to Clearwater Beach. Following the flight, take some time to peruse the boardwalk and get ready for an exciting night aboard the TradeWinds Casino Cruise. This 3 story, 200ft long, 500 passenger ocean vessel boasts all your favorite Vegas-style casino games. Blackjack, craps, poker, roulette, slots, and a mouthwatering deluxe buffet will round out the night! Meet at the Marina Activity Room at 1pm; depart at 1:30pm sharp. *Price includes transportation, Parasailing, Casino Cruise boarding and Buffet. This rate is open to single military members only.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

Are you interested in volunteering to assist Habitat for Humanity with a build? Join the Single Member Program as we help to build and/or rehabilitate a home. The exact date in April is to be determined but will tentatively take place on April 6th or 13th. Watch for more information! A team of approximately 10-20 people is desired.

Feel the Power of Membership!

Visit a Club Membership Representative at Bldg. 65 (Across the street from the Golf Course)

or call (813) 828-6962

http://tinyurl.com/AFClubMembership Monthly

FREE

Breakfast & Dinner

FREE Golf & Bowling Days

E1-E4’s

FREsE Due

It PAYS to Be a Member!

Pick Up Lunch for Your Office

840-1451

Call in Your Order!

Come Enjoy the View & Escape for Lunch!

$6.99

$6.99

includes a Fountain Drink

FRIDAY

PIZZA NIGHT

Includes Chips & a Fountain Drink

Large 16” Pies in All Your Favorite Flavors!

Pepperoni • $11.99 Meat Lovers • $15.99

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M A C D I L L

C L U B S

March Events Subject to change without notice

NEW!!!!

15 March

1 March

Membership Breakfast 6:30-9am • Surf’s Edge Club

Omelet Station, Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Country Fried Potatoes, Diced Fruit, Toast, Grits, Creamed Chipped Beef, Yogurt with Granola, Coffee, Decaf, Hot Tea, and Orange Juice

AF Club Members: FREE Spouse: $6.95 Non-Members: $7.95

Looking Ahead…

Membership Luncheon 11am-1pm • Surf’s Edge Club

Boomers Bash • Fri: 3-8pm

SEASCAPES BEACH HOUSE

AF Club Members: FREE Spouse: $11.95 Non-Members: $13.95

Mon-Fri: 11am-2pm Tue-Fri: 4-9pm

Join Us for Our St. Patrick’s Day Party & Easter Buffet!

Food Trucks!

813-840-2020

Antipasto Salad, Garden Salad with Choice of Dressing, Garlic Bread Sticks, Parmesan Crusted Tilapia, Lasagna, Grilled Italian Sausage with Peppers & Onions, Spaghetti & Meat Balls, Vegetable Medley, Assorted Desserts, Iced Tea, Coffee and Water

*Reservations only required for parties of 10 or more. Call 840-2020

Breakfast • Fri, 5 April Dinner • Fri, 19 April

SURF’S EDGE CLUB

•Gourmet Sandwiches •Fresh Salads •Rice Bowls

Parked between SOCOM & Davis Conference Center ••• Mon-Fri • 10:30am-2pm w w w. B e t w e e n 2 S l i c e s . c o m

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•fresh salads customized •creative & delicious ‘Wiches •hot bisques and soups •chophouse rice bowls

Parked at Centcom ••• Mon-Fri • 10:30am-2:30pm www.wickedwiches.com

813-840-1451

CATERING 813-840-2220 By appointment only.

For appointments or to book a catering event please contact Savanna Newsom at newsom-savanna@aramark.com

AF Club Members Visit Our Club Membership Representative at Bldg. 65 (Across the street from the Golf Course)

Open Monday - Friday 7:30am-12pm & 1-4pm Member Sign-up, Membership Transfers, Club Card Bill Payment, Change of Personal Information/ Status, Questions or Concerns on Membership Accounts.

Allow us to help you with any questions or concerns.

Call (813) 828-6962 email carli.hutto@us.af.mil

Newcomers arriving to MacDill transfer club membership account to receive $25.00 in coupons to use at clubs

IT PAYS TO BE A CLUB MEMBER! MONTHLY MEETINGS MOAA/MOWC – Thu, 14 Mar • 11am AFSA – Tue, 19 Mar • 11am TREA – Tue, 19 Mar • 1pm OSC Luncheon – Thu, 21 Mar • 10am ESC – Thu, 21 Mar • 5pm 17

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CAPTAINS CORNER… RIGBY’S NEWS & UPDATES New Concrete Floating Docks The MacDill Marina continues to Improve! The installation of concrete floating docks will greatly improve the boater experience when using docks on base.

Beach Pavilions & Lewis Lake Planning a special event?

MacDill’s own private beach or nearby Lewis Lake is available for all your party needs. Stop by and receive info on reservation policy.

Our Captain is ready & awaits all feedback. Help us ensure your on-base marina is upgraded and providing the best service to our military members and their families.

Your Opinion Counts; “Drop us a line” at caroline.rice@us.af.mil and provide your suggestions as we strive to improve this world class venue.

SUPER SURPRISE EASTER WEEKEND! Instant $10.00 Gas Coupon for all weekend reservations (30th/31st March only). *Non transferable.

MacDill Air Force Base Outdoor Recreation and Marina (6thFSS)

NOW HIRING + Lifeguards + FOR SUMMER 2013 Log onto to www.nafjobs.org today and apply to be a part of our lifeguard team this summer season.

WATER SPORTS SCUBA COURSES

Outdoor Adventure

For more information and registration, visit our office or call 840-6919

Tue & Thu • 5-17 Mar 19-31 Mar • 6:15-9pm Cost: $185pp.

This PADI course is offered by Scott Lucci at “World of Water” on Kennedy Blvd. The instructor will provide tanks, BC, text books, and wet suit, if needed. Students will need the course text book (for completion of your student folder) the first night of class. This same night, the course and schedule will be explained. No equipment is needed on the first night. Students will need to have a mask, fins, booties, snorkel, and 10 lbs. of soft weights for the second night of class.

Open Water Certification will be done by civilian testers on the last weekend of the course at Weeki Wachee Spring. Please sign up the Friday before classes start and pick up the text books.

Any further questions Scott Lucci can be reached at 286-3483.

INTRO TO KAYAKING CLASS Sat, 9 Mar or Sat, 23 Mar 9am-1pm • Cost: $30pp.

This is a beginners’ introduction course to kayaking. Come join us as we have “Big Fun” exploring kayaking. Meet at the Marina Activity Room where guests will learn about the kayak, equipment, emergencies, and wet exits. Following the classroom time, participants will load up equipment and go down to the beach to practice entering, maneuvering, paddling, and turning. A wet exit, basic self rescue, and additional strokes will also be practiced. The class will be approximately 4 hours in length. *minimum age 12yrs, 12-16 yrs old accompanied by an adult. Please register & pay at the Outdoor Rec office NLT the Wed before course (Need 10 min)

SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarding Lessons) Sat, 9 Mar or Sat, 23 Mar Single Airmen Free Use Mon-Fri! 2-4pm • Cost: $30pp.

Join us for an introduction to Stand Up Paddleboarding! The latest recreational, low impact, and fun activity to get into top shape. Participants will learn about the proper use and care of the equipment along with correct paddling and turning techniques. Learn the fundamentals of stand up paddling. The session begins with a land lesson lasting about 15-20 minutes - Learn the proper way to pick, walk with, and put down the board and paddle - Also learn proper water safety and stand up paddleboard etiquette - Wa-

ter lesson follows for about 20 minutes and beyond! - Learn how to safely get on and off the board. Go from your knees and/or belly to your feet and the proper standing technique. Paddle boarding offers an amazing full body workout and is becoming a favorite cross-training activity for skiers, snowboarders and other athletes.

Standing at full height, paddleboarders enjoy excellent views of everything from sea creatures to what’s on the horizon -- It’s almost like walking on water! *cost includes board and safety equipment. Please register & pay at the Outdoor Rec office NLT the Wed before course *minimum age 12yrs, 12-16 yrs old accompanied by an adult.

(Need 6 min)

DEEP SEA FISHING TRIP Sun, 10 Mar • 5:30am-6pm Cost: $85 pp.

Join fellow fishermen for a day of fishing on the “Miss Virginia” based in Port Richey. The boat has an enclosed cabin with seats and tables.

Breakfast and lunch are available at a reasonable cost, as well as beer, soda, and snacks.

Fishing rods, license, tackle, and bait for each fisherman are available although guests are welcomed to bring their own. Guests preferring live bait may purchase it the morning before departure. Small coolers are allowed (no larger than 48 quarts) NO GLASS CONTAINERS PLEASE. Sign up NLT noon, Wed, 6 Mar. (Need 10 people minimum)

TAMPA BAY FISHING CHARTER AFISHIONADO GUIDE SERVICES Captain Wade Osborne charters one to six anglers in comfort aboard Afishionado, a 24’ Sheaffer boat. The cost of a 4-hour fishing trip is $350 for 1-2 anglers, $400 for 3 anglers, and $450 for 4. 6 hour trips and pricing are also available.

Tackle and bait are included and his license covers all anglers. They also fillet, bag and ice your catch.

PICK-UP A REC REWARDS CARD TODAY! SAVE $$$!

Coming in April…

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

Parasailing &

NEW! Casino Cruise

HORSEBACK RIDING: TURKEY CREEK STABLES Sat, 2 Mar • 9am-4pm • Cost: $55pp.

Join other outdoor enthusiasts and take a 4-hour trail ride on the land adjacent to Edward Medard Park, 2700 acres of well-marked wooded trails.

See lakes, streams, wildflowers, osprey and their nests, butterflies, endangered gopher tortoises and their homes – the real Florida. Bring a pack lunch for a picnic. Departing the Marina Activity Room at 9:15am. Register and pay at the Outdoor Rec office by noon on Tue, 26 Feb. (Need 10 people min)

HIGH ADRENALINE! ATV & DUNEBUGGY REVOLUTION OFF-ROADING Sat, 9 Mar • 9:30am-5:30pm • Cost: $160pp.

Attention adrenaline junkies! Join the fun for a double feature in OFF-ROAD experiences where guests will combine ATVs and Dunebuggys for the ultimate adventure. This 4 hour adventure covers 2 separate trails with hills, ditches, bumps and bends.

Every experience level is welcome and guests will be guided by Revolution Off Road’s team members the whole way. Register & pay at the Outdoor Rec office by Sat, 2 Mar. (Need 10 people min). Meet at the Marina Activity room at 9:30am *Please bring a pack lunch.

NEW! WINERY TOUR & TASTING ROSA FIORELLI WINERY Sat, 16 Mar • 9am-3pm • Cost: $27pp.

Join us for a winery tour and tasting at Rosa Fiorelli Winery. Guests will walk through the vineyard, and learn about growing season, pruning, harvesting, and the different varieties of Florida grapes. The art of the wine making process will also be presented.

The tour will finish with enjoying lunch at the winery and a tasting with souvenir wine glasses. Departing the Marina Activity Room at 9:15am. Register & pay at the Outdoor Rec office by noon on Wed, 13 Mar. (Need 10 people min) CLUB MEMBERS

Buy One Person’s Trip

Second BO Person’s Trip FREE! GO for Any Outdoor Adventure Trip and Receive A

*

*trip value not to exceed $50.

Same date/tour & limit to 4 times a year; Must show valid club card at time of sign-up.

ALA CARTE ADVENTURES

Get your “REC ON”

Stress getting to you? Join us for exciting activities with your team of 10 or more and let us take you on an adventure of your choice!

Customize your group trip with 10-24 people!

For pricing and availability call Outdoor Recreation at 813-828-4982

• WEEDON ISLAND KAYAK ADVENTURES • PAINTBALL OR LASERTAG • VERTICAL VENTURES INDOOR ROCK CLIMBING

• DEEP SEA FISHING TRIP • HORSEBACK RIDING (please allow 6 weeks advance planning)

• ZIPLINING (please allow 6 weeks advance planning)

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South Course Re-Opening C E L E B R AT I O N

Sat, 23 March •Commemorative Ball Markers •Win Golf Gift Certificates •Win a Year’s FREE Advanced Green Fees •Food & Drink Specials!

Book your four-some!* Actively Serving Military 2 weeks in advance All others with advanced green fees one week in advance Everybody else 5 days in advance

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–MARCH SPECIALS–

Club Championship 2 Mar (North) & 3 Mar (South) 8 am Shotgun Start Both Days Must sign up NLT COB 28 Feb 2013.

For more details, call (813) 840-6904

3 Guests & 1 Military Special $130 includes cart & green fees (after 11am Sat-Sun & Holidays)

Junior Golf Clinics Every Saturday from 8:30-9:30am – only $3!

No registration necessary

Multi Vendor Demo Day at the Driving Range

15 March: Ping & Taylor Made 22 March: Callaway, Titleist, Wilson & Cobra 10am-2pm

FREE Actively Serving Military Golf Instruction Every Tuesday & Thursday from 12-1pm You buy the balls, we provide the instruction! *Actively Serving Military & their Dependants

Club Member Appreciation Days!

Sun, 17 March • Sun, 21 April FREE Golf & Cart *Must show valid Club Card when check-in at Pro Shop

O P E N D A I LY • 6 : 3 0 a m - 5 : 3 0 p m • 8 4 0 - 6 9 0 4

Chips & a $6.99 includes a Fountain Drink Fountain Drink $6.99 includes

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Short Fitness & Sports Center

“GET FITNESS CERTIFIED!”

25%

MILITARY DISCOUNT!

March 2nd Primary Group Workshop, 5 CEUs, $129.00 March 3rd Primary Group Exercise Certification, 5 CEUs, $299.00 23

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Provides services to all active duty, retired personnel and their families from all branches of service including DoD personnel.

10 Steps to a Federal Job Plus (MacDill) Tue, 5 Mar • 9am-4pm

The class combines the Ten Steps to a Federal Job with the Federal Resume and KSA writing courses, to create a single comprehensive class. Learn how to apply for federal employment, how to fill out a federal resume, and how KSAs (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities) fit in the process.

Bundles4Babies (MacDill) Tue, 19 Mar • 8am-12pm

Class covers everything from diaper changing to handling crying, colic, and feeding.

Interviewing & Salary Negotiating (MacDill) Thu, 21 Mar • 1-4pm

Learn the techniques involved in the interview process and how to handle salary issues and questions.

Resume Writing Tue, 12 Mar • 1-4pm (MacDill) Wed, 27 Mar • 1-4pm (Brandon)

Beyond Basic Investing (MacDill) Thu, 21 Mar • 12:30-1:30pm

Starting Your Own Business (MacDill) Tue, 12 Mar • 9am-11pm

Key Spouse Training (MacDill) Tue, 26 Mar • 9am-2pm

Create the resume to get the interview! Learn the basics of resume construction and different formats for targeting good employment opportunities along with cover letters to get employers’ attention.

This basic class will assist in getting your up and coming business on the World Wide Web. Participants will discuss how to locate a Website host, site design, best practices, design software and eCommerce.

Better than a Budget (MacDill) Thu, 14 Mar • 12:30-1:30pm

The budget process is a great start to introduce a spending plan which will lead to better money management. Students will prepare a plan to utilize their income by categories and prioritize the amount of money actually have coming in.

Workshop will focus on sharing some tools available to evaluate stocks, bonds & mutual funds and build confidence in investments. Additionally useful financial resources (websites/calculators) will be demonstrated.

For Spouses appointed to be Key Spouses or Key Spouses Mentor.

Spouse Employment Orientation (MacDill) Thu, 28 Mar • 8am-5:30pm

Learn how to search for jobs, plan for your career, and more. Is specifically targeted for the Tampa area.

Deployed Family Event: Easter Egg Hunt Sat, 30 Mar • 10am Base Housing Ball Field.

See ad page 6.

For more information and this month’s complete calendar of events, log onto: www.macdill.af.mil www.macdillfrc.com Legal, Personal Financial Management, Family Readiness, Relocation Assistance, Employment/Resume Assistance, Tax Assistance, Playgroups, Computer Classes and more!

AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER

8105 Condor Rd, Bldg 18 (next to Post Office) MacDill AFB, Florida 33621 (813) 828-0145

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AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER 710 Oakfield Drive, Suite 153 Brandon, Florida 33511 (813) 655-9281 Airman and Family

Readiness Ctr MacDill

MACDILL AFB SCHOOL LIAISON PROGRAM MISSION...

To develop and execute a comprehensive education program that offers military students the best education opportunities in a safe and high quality school setting while maintaining a sense of military community and peer support.

The MacDill AFB School Liaison Program is designed to support the social and academic transition of military children affiliated with the base. This program will get families connected with the local school systems, will guide in the selection of the school that best fits your child’s interest/needs, and will ensure families are well-informed about local education policies, procedures and registration requirements.

UNDERSTANDING MILITARY CHILDREN NEEDS

The most difficult aspect of military service is the frequency of required household relocations. While the armed forces provide a great deal of support to the military member, the burden of supporting military spouses and children often fall back to the military family. One of the greatest challenges associated with frequent military moves is finding quality K-12 educational institutions.

WHY IS QUALITY OF EDUCATION IMPORTANT?

School safety and lack of quality education is linked to military readiness and retention. The constant relocation of military students has created a need to enrich and expand partnerships with military connected communities to ensure the best possible educational opportunities are available.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT SCHOOL

Choosing the right school for your child takes careful planning, research, and strategy. You need to determine which school setting or program is most suited for your child. In our county, several school options are offered, neighborhood area, choice, magnet, career/ technical, charter, virtual, and home schools. Visit the Hillsborough Public School District (HCPSD) website at http://tinyurl.com/hcpsoptions to find the school that best fits your child’s needs.

STAYING INFORMED AS A PARENT

State Law – Florida’s A+ Plan, School Grades: School Grades are based on how well students have mastered the Sunshine State Standards. For information on school grades, adequate yearly progress, and school choice options, please visit the Department of Education’s website at www.fldoe.org or call 1-800447-1636. Information about the Next Generation (Common Core) State Standards is available at www.fldoe.org.

MILITARY PARENT LIAISONS MacDill AFB School Liaison Officer: nelly.richards@us.af.mil, 813-828-0146, 8105 Condor Street Bldg 18, MacDill AFB, FL Webpage: http://tinyurl.com/sloinfo Hillsborough County School District: Terrie.dodson-caldevilla@sdhc.k12.fl.us (813) 272-4692 or Kim.Sukach@sdhc.k12.fl.us (alternate) (813) 272-4692

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Easter CELEBRATION AT THE SURF’S EDGE CLUB

Sun, 31 March 11am-2:30pm 1st Seating: 11am 2nd Seating: 1pm *RESERVATIONS REQUIRED* Members: $21.95* *Use a Mac”Deal” Buck & Save Extra $$

Non-Members: $25.95 Children 6-12 yrs: $10.95 Children 5 yrs & under: FREE

No Federal Endorsement Intended

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Taking reservations thru Tue, 26 March All reservations will be called back and confirmed on Wed, 27 March

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For Reservations Call 840-2020

Change of address? Please call your Club Membership Representative at 828-6962 or email carli.hutto@us.af.mil

Menu...

Bacon, Sausage, Scrambled Eggs, Hash Browns, Roast Beef Carver with Au Jus, Baked Ham with Pineapple Sauce, Chicken Breast Chasseur, Baked Crab Stuffed Fish, Rice Pilaf, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Corn O’Brien, Seasoned Green Beans, Array of Fresh Salads, Assortment of Fresh Fruits, Cheeses and a Variety of Specialty Breads and Desserts Galore!

Beverage Station: Lemonade, Orange Juice, Coffee, Hot Tea and Water, Regular & Chocolate Milk for the Little Ones!