MWR Features: July 2014

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VOLUME 1, ISSUE 7 | JULY 2014

4th of July Red, White, & Blue Tournament 18th of July National Ice Cream Appreciation Day 26th of July Ice Cream Skedaddle

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RED WHITE & BLUE

TOURNAMENT Chena Bend Golf Course Tee Times starting at 8 a.m. $40 per person CHENA BEND GOLF COURSE Battle Buddy Day at Chena Bend Golf Course 2 Person Teams

Ladies day

- Scramble 18 hole tournamentSELECT TUESDAY Door Prizes - On Course Contests - 11 a.m.

Active Golf Duty Soldiers Cart Rental - Souvenir Hat - Lunch JulyTicket 8 & 29 Golf Special: Register at the Clubhouse August 5 & 19 Buy One Green Fee, Get One Free *Green Fees are not includedSeptember 2 On Training Holidays *Mulligans for Sale at Registration: (1) for $1, (6) for $5.

9 a.m.

Men’s day Out

For more information, call 353-6223.

SELECT THURSDAY

9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

3 July 15 August 18 August Rental Club Special: On Training Holidays, Active Duty Soldiers receive free club rental

Valid for 9 or 18 holes.

For more information, call 353-6223.

July 10 & 31 August 14 & 28 September 4

$25 for E-5 and Below $35 for DoD Cardholders $50 for Non DoD Cardholders Includes Green Fees and Cart. Rental clubs and lessons available for an additional charge. 18 holes of golf.

For more information, call 353-6223.

Family Fun Day & BBQ

Wednesday

July. 2.2014

Family Fun Day with many challenging outdoor games on the playground and indoors fun.

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For more information please call 361-7394 or stop by School Age Center located in Bldg 4166

July 14th–17th 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Full swing and short game instruction, the first 3 days. On course instruction on day 4. Youth will learn the basics of driving, chipping and putting in a kid-friendly environment.

Clinic fee: $80 for 4 day clinic is payable at the Pro Shop.

Open to participants ages 5-17.

Must have parental supervision at all times on Driving Range and Golf Course.

Green Fees are not included.

Golf clubs or any additional equipment is available for rent at the Pro Shop. For more information call 353-6223.

Summer fun at the Youth Center!

All camps run Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

BBQ Every Friday except July 4th

Come join us every Friday in the Youth Center parking lot for BBQ. Prepared by our chef and outdoor games.

Glass Mosaics July 15th & 22nd sp

The Youth Center is partnering with SKIES for Glass Mosics at the Youth Center.

LARP Camp July 7-11

LARP (Live Action Role Play) Camp is an exciting camp in which participants will create their own costumes and fantasy world. At the end of the week, participants will go to a local park and act out their play.

(for newcomers, no cost, 0930-1530) July 15-18 (high school only), August 12-15 Are you new here? Explore Fairbanks with the Youth Sponsorship Program! This is your chance to socially engage the Alaskan Experience. You will connect with the Alaskan culture, discover fun local opportunities while learning leadership skills.

July Field Trips July 23rd

The Youth Center is located in Bldg. 4109, Neely Rd. Fort Wainwright, Alaska QUESTIONS? Call 361-5437 or stop by for a visit!

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Permission slips are required for ALL field trips or any events held outside of normal hours of operation.

Activities listed in this brochure is subject to change depending on weather and/or extenuating circumstances.

Bowling @ 1500

July 21nd

Swimming at Melaven @ 1500

July 28th

Berry Picking @ 1500

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July 31st

July 24th

Kayaking @ 1500

White Water Rafting @ 0800 $50

Chena Bend Golf Course Hosts Rental Club Special: Active Duty Soldiers receive free club rental

National Ice Cream Appreciation Day July 18 th

Commanding General’s Pay Day Scramble 13 June 18 July 15 August at 1500 hrs

In celebration of National Ice Cream Appreciation Day the LFCAC will be giving away free ice cream to DoD Cardholders and their dependants, also enjoy our bouncy houses. Bring the kids on down and spend the afternoon with us and beat the heat!

Four-person teams. 9 Hole Tournament. Cost of $35 per person, includes golf cart rental, on course contests and prizes. Unit Team Progressive Score Award.

Mulligans for Sale at Registration: (1) for $1, (6) for $5.

Register your team at the Golf Pro Shop.

Open to all Soldiers, Families, Retirees, DoD Civilians and Authorized Guests.

Green fees are not included.

For more information, call 353-6223.

Outdoor Recreation’s July Trips Chulitna River Raft Adventure

7/3 - 7/6 Fee: $150 Registration Deadline: June 26th

Chatanika River Day Paddle 7/12: 8 a.m - 5 p.m.

Fee: $20

ATV Safety Course 7/6: 1 p.m.

Fee: Free

Boater Safety Course 7/5: 9 a.m. to12 p.m., 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Fee: Free

Talkeetna River Reds 7/18 - 7/20: 8 a.m.

Fee: $175

Glacier Hike

7/20: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Fee: $30

Rock Climbing Skills Clinic

Valdez – Just for the Halibut

Dall River Pike Hunt

Beginners Whitewater Inflatable Kayak

7/7 & 21: 4:30 to 6 p.m.

Fee: Free

7/11 - 7/13: 8 a.m.

Fee: $200

Youth Climbing Team 7/11, 7/18, 7/25: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Fee: $35 for the season

AUTO SKILLS WINTERIZATION SPECIAL COMPLETE WINTERIZATION $250 - $300 JUNE 1ST - AUGUST 31ST **DEPENDS ON LABOR AND PARTS USED.

7/25 - 7/27: 8 a.m.

Fee: $425

7/26: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Fee: $45

Table Top Berry Picking 7/27: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Fee: $20 for adults, $10 for children

LET US DO THE WORK FOR YOU INCLUDES: Oil Pan Heater Transmission Heater Battery Pad Heater Adjust Antifreeze Engine Block Heater 3 Way/ 4Way Plug

Rock Climbing

7/19: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Fee: $20

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For Complete Trip Details and to Reserve Your Spot, Call us at 361-6349 or stop by the Outdoor Recreation Center, Bldg. 4050.

BAY FEES Lift Bay: Flat Bay:

$7/hour $5/hour

DO THE WORK YOURSELF NEED TO HAVE: Battery heater Oil pan heater Block heater 4/3 Way Plug RTV: For pad installation Antifreeze Zip Ties Stop by or schedule an appointment today (907) 353-7436

For more information stop by or call.

Bldg. 3730, Oak Street Ft. Wainwright, AK 99703 Phone: (907) 353-7436

July Featured Classes!

Sign Up For August Classes Today!

THIS MONTH WE WILL EXPLORE THE SPORT OF GEOCACHING.

Learn how to find cool treasure and Make your own signature coin.

Aug 2, 9, 16, & 23rd, 1:30 to 3pm.

Every Saturday of the month we will host a $10 Geo caching class for families and offer a free make & take a custom signature item that you will use while geocaching. This activity will meet at Bldg # 3727 Neely Rd.

Acrylic Painting

Saturday Aug 2, 9, 16, and the 23rd 8 yr and up: 1130-1300 Fee $60 Students will learn the basics of the acrylic painting process and techniques.

Parents may participate for a $15 materials fee. Location, BLDG 3727 Neely Rd.

Beginning Drawing

Saturday Aug 2, 9, 16, and the 23rd 8 yr and up: 1500-1630 Fee $50 This class introduces students to various tools used for drawing, such as pencils, charcoal and ink. Students are also taught about form, mood and composition.

Parents may participate for a $15 materials fee. Location, BLDG 3727 Neely Rd.

SKIES Exploration

Wednesdays: 1200-1245 Murphy Hall basement, Bldg. 1045 $45/student (ages 2-5) Explore a variety of science, arts, crafts and cooking activities.

Move It, Move It

Wednesdays: 1730-1815 Murphy Hall Basement Fee: $45 Encouraging young children to move, shake and wiggle.

Hip Hop Dance Mondays; 6-18 yr olds: 1830-1930 $50/student

Karate

All ages- (Parents may also sign up) 2 Classes per week: $65.

1 Class per week: $50 - Mondays, 1730-1830 - Wednesdays, 1800-1900 - Saturdays, 0930-1030 Parents purchase uniforms.

• Core Training (NEW) $80 Attend as many classes as you want.

Parent is required to stay on site.

Learn to speak French

Ballet & Jazz Dance

French language classes are available now. Please call for more information. 353-7713.

Wednesdays: 6-18 yr olds: 1830-1930 $50/student for a month.

Express yourself through dance.

SKIES UNLIMITED IS LOOKING FOR QUALIFIED INSTRUCTORS IN: Music, Arts & Crafts, Language Skills, Digital Photography, Video Media or other life skills. If you are interested, call 3533220 for more details these are paid positions working with the Fort Wainwright Youth and The SKIESunlimited program.

Taekwondo Classes

To register, call 353-7713. For information on specific classes, call 353-3220.

Please note that times and locations are subject to change.

Wednesdays & Thursdays, 1630-1730.

Cost $60. Ages 5-18.

Parents purchase uniforms and belts from instructor.

PARENT EDUCATION JULY CLASSES: PARENT’S NIGHT OUT

TUESDAY, JULY 8, 2014 1745-2045 @ CDC 1, $15 PER CHILD LIGHT SNACK WILL BE PROVIDED. REGISTER BY JULY 1ST @ PCS.

SUPER SATURDAY CARE

SATURDAY, JULY 19TH, 2014 0900-1300 @ CDC1, $20 PER CHILD LIGHT MEAL WILL BE PROVIDED. REGISTER BY JULY 11TH @ PCS.

EARLY MATH

TUESDAY, JULY 8TH, 2014 1800-1930 @ CDC 1

BACKYARD GAMES

SATURDAY, JULY 19TH 1000-1130@ CDC 1 BRING THE LITTLE ONES!!

HOMEMADE BABY FOOD TUESDAY, JULY 15TH 1800-1930 @ PCS

PARENT ADVISORY COUNCIL MEETING

FRIDAY, JULY 18TH 1130-1230, @ YOUTH CENTER, BLDG 4109 LIGHT LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED ALL ARE INVITED TO ATTEND!!!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL AND REGISTER, 353-7713.

4th of July Holiday Hours

Training Holiday Federal Holiday Thursday 7/3 Friday 7/4 Army Community Services (ACS) Closed Closed Automotive Skills Center 1130-2030 Closed Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area Closed Closed Chena Bend Golf Course 0800-2100 0700-2100 CYSS Parent Central Services Closed Closed CDC I *Open for verified duty only Closed CDC II Closed Closed Family Child Care Closed Closed Fischer Skeet Range Closed Closed Family and MWR Administration 0800-1700 Closed Last Frontier Community Activity Center 0800-2000 Closed Melaven Physical Fitness Center 1100-1900 Closed Melaven Pool 1100-1900 Closed Nugget Lanes Bowling Center 1100-2200 Closed Outdoor Recreation Center 1000-1800 1300-1700 Physical Fitness Center (PFC) 0800-2000 Closed PFC Ice Rink Closed Closed Post Library 1000-1700 Closed School Age Center *Open for verified duty only Closed Youth Center 1300-1800 Closed Youth Sports & Fitness Closed Closed SKIES Unlimited Closed Closed EDGE Programs Closed Closed The Warrior Zone 1600-2300 1600-0100

FACILITY

Solar Exploration July 29th 1630–1930

BEACH MOVIE NIGHT PRESENTS: Finding Nemo July 16th 5–7:30p.m.

BOUNCY HUT NIGHT Beach Theme July 22nd 5–7:30p.m.

Solar Exploration: A Portable Planetarium There will be 5 presentations, each about 15 minutes long. There will be a limited amount of space, so there will be a sign

BOUNCY HUT NIGHT Patriotic Theme July 10th 5–7:30p.m.

up sheet in the main office with time slots available.

This is a no-cost event to us or our customers and is being presented by UAF. There is an age disclaimer, due to darkness, closed-in spaces, and personal space. We encourage parents to supervise children and acknowledge this as a library setting and learning atmosphere. (5 and older) This is a great experience to learn about our solar system, stars and constellations.

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LFCAC, Bldg. 1044 For more information call 353-7755

LFCAC, Bldg. 1044

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Newcomer’s Orientation

Meet the people that are going to help you have fun and maximize your assignment at Fort Wainwright.

Some topics covered: • pet care • summer and winter activities • cultural awareness • wildlife safety • and more!

Civilian attire is recommended and spouses are highly encouraged to attend. For more information please call 353-7298.

WHEN: July 9, 2014 and July 23, 2014

8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Last Frontier Community Activity Center, Bldg. 1044

ARMY FAMILY COVENANT: Keeping the Promise

FAME

Youth Sports Registration

Family Activity and Motivational Exercise

July: 8-10, 15-17, 22-24, 29-31 August: 5-7, 12-14, 19-21, 26-28

For a full CYSS Registration, please bring: current shot record, DoD ID card, 3 emergency contacts, and a current sports physical. For more information call 353-7713.

Summer Child Care Sessions:

PRACTICE START DATE

SPORT

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COST

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Soccer

thru 7/11

5-18 yrs

$55

7/17

week of 7/21

N/A

Dev. Soccer

thru 7/11

3-4 yrs

$20

7/17

week of 7/21

N/A

Flag football

thru 7/11

5-18 yrs

$55

7/17

week of 7/21

N/A

Cheerleading

thru 7/11

5-18 yrs

$55

7/17

week of 7/21

N/A

Archery

thru 7/25

8-18 yrs

$35

7/29

week of 8/4

N/A

Softball Camp

thru 7/11

7-14 yrs

$35

N/A

7/28 - 7/31

N/A

Golf Camp

thru 7/11

5-18 yrs

$35

N/A

TBD

7/21 - 7/24

GAMES

Child, Youth & School Services provides limited child care for FAME programs. Child care is provided on site at Melaven Gym. When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 to 10:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Cost: $35 per child per month Children must be pre-registered at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 1049, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pre-registration begins the 20th of the month for the next month’s sessions. AFC Benefits for families of Deployed Soldiers, Wounded Warriors, or Fallen Soldiers may be used to pay for this care. For more information on child care, please call 353-7713. FAME Exercise and Child Care programs are closed for federal and training holidays and on “No School” days.

F.A.M.E. Fitness Sessions:

Starting June 3: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. or 10:45 to 11:45 a.m.

Sessions are held at Melaven Fitness Center at no cost.

For class schedules or more information, call 353-9137.

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$35

2014 Summer Schedule

Register for Sports at CYSS Parent Central Services, BLDG 1049, Suite #2.

You will need a full CYSS registration on file and a sports physical that is current through the entire sports season.

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CYSS child care during your workouts.*

2014 FISHING IN SEWARD, ALASKA

July: 6-9, 13-16, 20-23, 27-30 August: 3-6, 10-13, 17-20, 24-27 This is great chance for all those with a love for fishing!

All soldiers who attend will be required to have a fishing license, and pay for their own meals. Open to all soldiers on post.

For information, call 907-353-7648.

July 2 – July 23, 2014

SKY DIVING IN WASILLA

July 4-6; August 1-3 Cost: $150 (Cost includes transportation, lodging and 1 tandem jump) Enjoy the summer life with B.O.S.S.! Stay at JBER, shop in Anchorage, and for the rush of your life, go sky diving the next day. There will be a safety brief before departure. Space is limited, be sure to contact your B.O.S.S. rep as soon as possible.

Open to B.O.S.S. members. For information, call 353-7648.

Denali Camping/ ATV Trips

For children: 2 July: 1300-1430 - Chase Down a Good Book (Cats) 9 July: 1300-1430 - Sit, Stay, Read (Dogs) 16 July: 1300-1430 - Claw Your Way Into a Good Book (Bears) 23 July: 1300-1500 - Burrow in with a Good Book (Rodents) & End of Program Field Day

July 18-19 Cost: $45 (70% Discounted Rate)

For Adults: 11 July: 1300-1630 Painting Class 18 July: 1300-1430 Yoga

For Children ages 4-14 are challenged to read a minimum of 660 minutes during the program and adults are challenged to read 1000 minutes

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Fort Wainwright Library Building 3700

For more information, call (907) 353-2642

Go on an overnight camping trip with BOSS to Healy, AK. Experience the view of Denali National Park while Riding an ATV. Registration Dealine: July 3 Food and Transportation Included There will be a safety brief before departure. Space is limited, be sure to contact your B.O.S.S. rep as soon as possible. Open to B.O.S.S. members. For information, call 353-7648.

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Fort Wainwright Family and MWR Facilities

FAMILY AND MWR FACILITIES HOURS OF OPERATION

1 ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE Bldg. 3401, p 353-4227 M-F 0730-1630 Sa-Su Closed 3 AUTOMOTIVE SKILLS CENTER Bldg. 3730, p 353-7436 M 1130-2030 T-W Closed Th-F 1130-2030 Sa 0900-1730 Su 1130-2030 Tow Service (24/7): 590-1716 4 BIRCH HILL SKI & SNOWBOARD AREA Bldg. 1172, p 353-1998

p 353-6795 Closed for the Season DW GRILL Closed for the Season 5 CHENA BEND GOLF COURSE Bldg.2092, p 353-6223 M-F 0730-2200 Sa-Su 0700-2200 DW GRILL, p 353-6147 Daily 0730-1900 6 CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER I (CDC I) Bldg. 4024, p 361-4190 M-F 0600-1800 Sa-Su Closed 7 CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER II (CDC II) Bldg 4176, p 361-9056 Closed.for Repairs.

8 CYSS PARENT CENTRAL SERVICES Bldg. 1049 #2 p 353-7713/7826 M-F 0800-1700 W 0800-1800 Sa, Su Closed

9 FISCHER SKEET RANGE Bldg. 1171, p 353-7869 F 1730-2100 Sa-Su 1200-1700 10 LAST FRONTIER COMMUNITY ACTIVITY CENTER (LFCAC) Bldg. 1044, p 353-7755 M-Th 0800-2000 F 0800-2100 Sa 1300-2100 Su Closed LASER TAG: Th 1500-1900 F 1500-2000 Sa 1300-2000 Su Closed BUBBLY BREW M-F 0700-1500 11 LIBRARY Bldg. 3700, p 353-2642 M-Th 1000-1900 F 1000-1800 Sa, Su Closed 12 MELAVEN PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER Bldg. 3452, p 353-1994 M-F 0500-1930 Sa 1130-1800 Su-Mo Closed MELAVEN SWIM CENTER Bldg. 3452, p 353-1994 T - F 0530-0800 Lessons & Lap Swim only 1045-1130 Open Swim: 1100-1445 & 1600-1900 Saturday Lessons & Lap Swim (as scheduled) 1145-1230 Open Swim 1230-1730 Su, M Closed

13 NAF CIVILIAN PERSONNEL Bldg. 1045, p 353-6356 M-F 0730-1130 1230-1600 Sat, Su Closed 16 NUGGET LANES BOWLING CENTER ldg. 3702, p 353-2654 M-T Closed W, Th 1100-2200 F 1100-0100 Sa 1100-0100 Su 1100-2100 GOLD RUSH LOUNGE M-T Closed W-Th 1700-2200 F-Sa 1500-0100 Su 1500-2100 MOTHER LODE CAFE M-T Closed W-Th 1100-1400 1600-2100 F 1100-2300 Sa 1200-2300 Su 1200-2000 17 OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER (ORC) Bldg. 4050, p 361-6349 M 1000-1800 Th-Fri, Sa 1000-1800 Su 1200-1800 Tu-W: Closed

19 SCHOOL AGE CENTER (SAC) Bldg. 4166, p 361-7394 M-F 0600-1800 Sa-Su Closed 14 SOLDIER FAMILY ASSISTANCE CENTER (SFAC) Bldg. 3414, p 353-7322 M-F 0730-1630 Sa, Su Closed 13 SCHOOL SUPPORT SERVICES Bldg. 1045, Rm. 27 p 353-9377 M-F 0900-1800 Sa-Su Closed 13 UNIT FUNDS Bldg. 1045, p 353-7765 M-F 0800-1700 Sa-Su Closed 20 WARRIOR ZONE Bldg. 3205, p 353-1087 GAMING M-Th 1600-2300 F-Sa 1600-0100 Su 1300-2100

SPORTS BAR M-Th 1700-2230 F-Sa 1630-1230 Su 1300-2000

18 PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER (PFC) Bldg. 3709, p 353-7223 M-Th: 0530-2100 F: 0530-2000 Sa, Su: 0900-1900 PFC ICE RINK Closes for the summer 13 PRIVATE ORGANIZATION ADVISOR Bldg. 1045, p 353-7765 M-F 0800-1700 Sa, Su Closed

21 YOUTH CENTER Bldg. 4109, p 361-5437 M-F 1400-2000 Sa/Su Closed \

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YOUTH SPORTS Bldg. 1049 #2 p 353-7482 M-F 0900-1700 Sa, Su Closed

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