Oct 2013 BEAR Necessities

WWW.FTWAINWRIGHTFMWR.COM | Directorate of Family & Morale, Welfare & Recreation.

VOLUME 4, ISSUE 12 | OCT 2013

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OCT 26TH: SPOOKTACULAR NUGGET LANES BOWLING CENTER OCT 25TH: HALLOWEEN DANCE YOUTH CENTER

Sign up now for October and November’s Youth Center Edge Programs!

All programs are from 4:30–6 p.m.

Please go to Parent Central Services, Bldg 1049 Suite 2 or call 353-7713 to register your child. For questions about the Edge program, call 361-9897.

Open to teens (6-12 graders).

Pumpkin Mania Thur Oct 3, 10, 17, 24. Youth Center We will be decorating pumpkins and making pumpkin recipes. Come join us.

Pie Making Nov 5,12,19,26 Youth Center.

We will be making a variety of pies for the youth to sample.

Snowshoeing Nov 7, 14, 21.

We will meet at the Youth Center and travel to Outdoor Rec and return by 6:15.

The youth will receive instruction on Snowshoeing techniques.

Stain Glass Nov 1, 15, 22 We will meet at the Youth Center and travel to the old arts and crafts building and return by 6:15.

CDC II REOPENS OCTOBER 1ST FOR FULL DAY CARE MON - FRI: 0600 - 1800 SA/SU: CLOSED [2]

Hired!

Apprenticeship Program

Positions with ACS, SKIES, and CYSS now available!

The HIRED! Apprenticeship Program provides 15-18 year-old youth with meaningful, professionally managed career-exploration opportunities in Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) operations. The program is open to dependents of active duty, DoD Civilian, and retired military personnel.

• Candidates must be 15–18 years of age • Must be registered with Child, Youth & School Services (CYS Services) • Must have and maintain a GPA of 2.0 or better • Chosen participants are required to work 15 hours/week for 12 weeks • Additional options and requirements may be offered during the Summer Term • Apprentices may complete up to 2 terms/year for 3 consecutive years For more information, call the MWR Partnership Specialist at 361-9897.

YOUTH SERVICES | BLDG. 4109 | 361-5437

ENTREPRENEURSHIPGOAL SETTING

10/8, 1630-1800 Come to the Youth Center to learn about short term and long term career goal planning

MOVIE WITH A MESSAGE

10/11, 1700-2000 9th-12th grade only Come to the Youth Center for pizza, movie, and a discussion

CLAY BEADING

10/10 1730-1930 Learn how to make clay beads with SKIES

BRAID CORDING 10/22, 1730-1930 Learn how to braid cording with SKIES

YOUTH CENTER HALLOWEEN DANCE OCT 25: 1800 - 2000 COME IN COSTUME FOR FOOD, DANCING AND A COSTUME CONTEST.

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SCHOOL AGE CENTER | BLDG. 4166 | 361-7394

The 2013 National Science Experiment, 4-H Maps & Apps, explores how geography and geographic information systems (GIS) help people make smart decisions that improve lives, respect our natural resources, and make a positive impact in our world.

4-H NATIONAL YOUTH SCIENCE DAY

10/10: 0700-1745, (Grades K-6th).

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SAC FALL FESTIVAL 10/31: 1630-1730

All ages (Grades K-6) are welcome to join our program for fun and games (Costumes contest, cake walks, and more)

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NEW TO ALASKA? PCSING? Do you have concerns about your child’s academic success? Contact your School Liaison Officer at 353-9377 to connect with resources for academic success!

NEW TO FORT WAINWRIGHT? Join us and make new friends with our Youth Sponsorship Program!

October 26 at 1 p.m. for an afternoon adventure!

Transportation will provided, permission slips must be submitted by October 23!

SCHOLARSHIP SLAM Oct 18, 1600-1900 Youth Center, Bldg 4109

The Academic Program Specialist will help you discover scholarship opportunities while providing assistance through the application process!

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FAME

CYSS child care during your workouts.*

Family Activity and Motivational Exercise

$35

New Fall Sessions!

Summer Child Care Sessions:

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

Cost: $35 per child per month Registration for October sessions opens September 20.

Children must be pre-registered at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 1049, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. September registration opens August 20. 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:

September sessions are held Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. and 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.

Are you looking for quality, affordable child care?

Call a licensed Family Child Care Provider.

A FCC home is a certified family housing program under the jurisdiction of the Post Commander in which authorized CYS care is provided to families of Fort Wainwright.

BEWARE OF UNAUTHORIZED, UNSAFE, AND UNINSPECTED HOMES ADVERTISING ILLEGAL CARE ON FACEBOOK AND CRAIGSLIST. Stop by Parent Central Services to place your child in Family Child Care.

Bldg. 1049 #2 or call 353-7713.

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CYSS OUTREACH SERVICES | BLDG. 1049 #2 | 353-7713

Happiest Baby! Hourly Care 10/8, 1800-1930 Options: CDC I, Bldg 4024 Learn techniques to soothe your fussy baby. Topics covered are joys and challenges of being new parents, what to expect and the five steps to calm your baby. Participants will receive a blanket and Happiest Baby on the Block DVD

Homemade Babyfood

10/24, 1800-1930 CDC I, Bldg. 4024 Hand on workshop will teach tips, tricks and guidelines of introducing solid foods to your infant. Topics include general nutrition guidelines, when to introduce different types of foods, allergies and reactions in your child to watch for, several methods of preparing and storing your own baby food with hand on practice.

>SFAC Childcare Room, Bldg. 3414 Mon-Fri: 0800-1700, closed for lunch. Call 353-7713. >School Age Center Bldg. 4166

Romp and Stomp Playgroup

Mondays and Thursdays, 0930–1130 LFCAC, Bldg. 1044.

This activity is a partnership between CYSS and ACS. For more information, call 353-7372.

Parent’s Night Out

10/8 1745–2045 CDC I, Bldg. 4024 Register and pay by October 1. $15/child.

Snack provided.

Parent’s Day out

10/19, 0900-1300 CDC I, Bldg. 4024 $20/child. Lunch provided. Register and pay by October 10.

Parent’s Night Out and Parent’s Day Out care provided at the Child Development Center I, Bldg. 4024. All children must be registered with CYSS to receive services.

For information call 353-7713. Army Family Covenant benefits are available for Families of Deployed Soldiers, Wounded Soldiers or Fallen Soldiers.

Mon-Fri: 0600-1800.

Call 361-7394 if transportation is needed. >Family Child Care Bldg. 1049 Suite 2 Mon-Fri: 0600-1800. Call 353-6266 for list of providers.

Thursdays, 0900-0930 at LFCAC Hands on Parent and Child classes that are designed to improve communication with young children. Families will learn signs through song and play–keeping it fun for everyone! This basic signing series of 12 classes will be offered on a rotating basis and is appropriate for families with children 9 months to 5 years of age. No cost to attend. Parent kits available for purchase.

Limited space available at all locations.

Reservations available up to 2 weeks in advance at all locations.

Workshops and classes are partnered between ACS and CYSS.

YOUTH SPORTS REGISTRATION Basketball Indoor Soccer YOUTH SPORTS | BLDG. 1049 #2 | 353-7482

Baby Signs: Sign, Sing, and Play Classes

Open to registered youth 5-14 years old through October 4.

Season starts Oct 14th Cost: $55

Open to registered youth 5-14 years old November 25 through December 31. Season starts Jan 13th Cost: $55

Developmental Volleyball Basketball Open to registered Open to registered children 3-4 years old through October 4.

Season starts Oct 14th Cost: $20

Cheerleading

Open to registered youth 5-14 years old through October 4.

Season starts Oct 14th Cost: $55 [6]

youth 5-14 years old November 25 through December 31. Season starts Jan 13th Cost: $55

Interested in being a parent volunteer?

Pick up volunteer forms at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 1049 #2.

Questions/ Registering for ALL Sports: All youth must be registered with CYS Services and have an up to date physical on file in order to enroll for any sport. To register, go to Parent Central Services, Bldg. 1049 #2.

For more information, call 353-7713.

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

Please note that times and locations are subject to change.

Sign up for November classes today!

Fiber Arts Club**

11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/23, 1100-1230 Bldg. 3727 Neely Rd. $60/ages 8+ Create a fiber doll and/or plush stuffie. Students will learn about fiber arts and textiles. Students will learn how to use sewing machines and work with sergers, quilting & felting machines

Karate

• Family Karate All ages- (Parents may also sign up) 2 Classes per week: $65 1 Class per week: $50 Class meets on the following days/times.

- Mondays, 1730-1830 - Wednesdays, 1800-1900 - Saturdays, 0930-1030 Parents purchase uniforms.

Class fee required for each participant.

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.

Hip Hop Dance

Mondays; 6-11 yr olds: 1715-1815 12-18 yr olds: 1830-1930 $50/student Express yourself through dance. Come and learn the art of hip hop dance.

Move It, Move It

Murphy Hall basement,Bldg. 1045 Fee: $45 Encouraging young children to move, shake and wiggle their way to fun!

• Core Training (NEW) $80 Attend as many classes as you want. Parent is required to stay on site.

Ballet & Jazz Dance Wednesdays: 6-11 yr olds: 1715-1815 12-18 yr olds: 1830-1930 $50/student Express yourself through dance.

Ice Skating Class

Wednesdays or Fridays (4 sessions). $50/student Ages 3-5:1600-1630 Age 6-18:1645-1715 Children under 6 years old require a helmet (parents must provide). Skate rental is included.

Purchase both sessions for $100.

Pottery I**

11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/23; 1330-1500 Bldg. 3727 Neely Rd. $60/student (ages 8+) This class will include all materials and supplies that students will need to learn basic wheel work. Space is limited.

Pottery II**

11/9, 11/16, 11/23; 1430-1600 Bldg. 3727 Neely Rd. $40/student (ages 8+) Students are required to have completed Pottery I for participation eligibility.

Supplies are provided.

Pottery: Open Studio**

Sneak Peek

11/2, 1200-1500 Bldg. 3727, Neely Rd. Find out what’s happening at SKIESUnlimited and other CYSS facilities. To register for this no cost activity, please call 353-7713.

SKIES Unlimited and the Youth Center

11/9, 11/16, 11/23; 1600-1730 Bldg. 3727 Neely Rd. $25/student (ages 8+) Students are required to have completed Pottery l and Pottery II to use this studio time. *Students under age 11 must be accompanied by an adult.

11/12, 1730-1930: Weaving a Hulla Hoop Rug Call the Youth Center for registration and more details. 361-5437.

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LFCAC | BLDG. 1044 | 353-7755

Change to Winter Hours:

We are now open on Sundays from 1300 - 1800 Laser Tag is open from 1300 - 1700.

Bouncy Hut Night

10/2, 10/10, 10/24, 10/30 1700-1930 Ages 4-12, no cost.

Two bouncy huts are now available at the LFCAC so now both smaller and bigger children can have their own hut. Parents must be present to supervise their children as child care personnel will not be on hand.

Family Movie Night

AUTO SKILLS CENTER | BLDG. 3730 | 353-7436

10/16, 1730-1930 (dependent on length) Join the LFCAC for a fun night of Family entertainment on a 16’ x 20’ screen. All movies rated G or PG and appropriate for ages 3-10.

It’s time to get your vehicle ready for winter!

WINTERIZATION SERVICE Rent a bay and do the work yourself with instruction from our qualified staff or set up an appointment for us do it for you.

Winterization service Prices $300-$350 [8]

Mixed, Mens, Womens, Youthwe’ll be hosting them all right here at your family fun center. It’s not too late to sign up. Call or stop by and we’ll get your started!

X-BOWLING

Connect and compete with friends and family from bowling centers around the world through the power of social mobile.

MAD HATTER DAY •10/6

The Mad Hatter is always acting silly so, on Mad Hatter Day, it is only fair and fitting to act a little silly yourself! Silly Bowl Challenge games available all day: $2.75 per game. Wear your Mad Hat and enjoy Buy One, Get One – BOGO! Regular shoe rental rates apply.

AFTERNOON FUN WITH HEADPIN BOWLING Weds – Fri, 1 – 6 PM.

Stop by after work or school and try your skill at striking a frame with a colored head-pin and winning a Free Game!

Just $2.75 per game!

GOLDRUSH LOUNGE

Are you ready for some FOOTBALL? NCAA and NFL Games on 4 Big Screen TV’s with a great new appetizer menu and a fine selection of your favorite beverages. This month’s Drink Special is the Classic Appletini.

HUNGRY HOUR

Enjoy our special Wednesday’s After Work Hungry Hour, 5 to 7 p.m., half-price on select appetizers!

MOTHERLODE CAFÉ SPECIAL

Celebrate National Chili Month with our signature Beef or Chicken Chili served piping hot in a sourdough bread bowl and large fountain drink just $9.00.

KARAOKE WEDNESDAYS WITH DJ ENFORCER! Over 20 thousand songs to choose from!

Every Wednesday from 7-10 p.m. at the Goldrush Lounge!

SWEETEST DAY •10/19

A day dedicated just for your sweetie. Recognize that sweet and special someone with a date on the lanes and enjoy a complimentary fresh baked cookie.

BEER TASTINGS •10/10 & 10/24 1700 -1900

Join us after work for a fantastic sampling of local and national craft brewed beers with perfectly paired snack-a-tizers. Chat with brewers and vendors and enter to win door-prizes. $10.00 per person. Let us host your RIGHT ARM NIGHT!

INTRODUCING LUNCHTIME PIN PLATOON!

Uniform personnel Buy Lunch & Bowl Free from 11 AM – 1 PM…just present your receipt and have some fun. HOOAH!

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Saturday October 26th 8 PM to MIDNIGHT

Join us as we turn down the lights and turn on the fun with live entertainment, concourse costume contest, door prizes, a visit from the Miller Girls, and all-youcan-bowl- all for just $15/person!

Reservations are highly recommended. Open to participants ages 18+.

The Nugget Lanes Bowling Center is located in Bldg. 3702. For more information, call 353-2654.

NUGGET LANES BOWLING CENTER | BLDG. 3702 | 353-2654

WINTER LEAGUE JOIN TODAY!

OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER | BLDG. 4050 | 361-6349

FISCHER SKEET RANGE | BLDG. 1171 | 353-7869

Family Archery

10/5, 1300-1600 Fee: $3 Learn the basics of archery and shoot with the family.

No experience needed.

We provide all necessary equipment for this fun afternoon outside.

Stiles Creek ATV Run

10/5, 0800 Fee: $75 A one day ATV run to Stiles Creek in the Chena River State Recreation Area.

Transportation, ATV, goggles and Helmet will be provided.

Bring your lunch, snacks, drinks, gloves and daypack with bungee cord to strap to ATV. Gloves and over the ankle boots are required. An ATV Safety Course is required prior to the departure date!

Alaska Range

10/12, 0700-1900 Fee: $20 Journey to the magnificent Alaska Range with ODR this fall! This day hike will take us into the high country in the mountains where we will see glaciers, soaring mountains and amazing vistas. Don’t forget the camera on this trip, as wildlife abounds in this area too! Pack some water, snacks, lunch and extra pair of shoes (old sneakers are great!) to cross the river in.

Chena Hot Spring Lunch & Soak

10/12, 0900-1600 Fee: $50 Spend an early winter afternoon with us for lunch and a soak at Chena Hot Springs. Nothing beats a full stomach and a hot soak to start this winter off right. Your pool pass and lunch are included in the cost.

Wickersham Dome

10/19, 0900-1700 Fee: $20 October is a great month to get out and hike and enjoy the scenery! Wickersham Dome offers breath taking views so don’t forget to bring your camera!

We provide the transportation so all you need to worry about is packing a lunch, snacks, and something to drink.

Geocaching in the Fairbanks Region

10/19, 10/26; 1300 Fee: $3 This is a great way to see how geocaching really works and learn about different areas in your community. Makes for a fun filled family day activity.

UPCOMING NOVEMBER TRIPS Family Snow Shoe 11/2, 1300-1500 Fee: $10/adult, $7/child

Explore the Local Ski Trails 11/9, 1100-1600 Fee: $15

Geocaching at Chena Hot Springs 11/16; 8am-5pm Fee: $15

WITW XC Ski

11/16; 11am-4pm Fee: $ 15

Snowmachine Safety Course 11/23: 9am & 1pm Fee: Free

Alaska Range Snowshoe 11/23; 7am-7pm Fee: $20

Stiles Creek Snowmachine Run 11/30; 8am Fee: $75

WITW Chena Hot Springs Hike & Soak

10/26, 0900-1700 Fee: $25 Ladies join us for a fun day at Chena Hot Springs. Winter is here, and what better way to enjoy it than soaking in a natural hot spring!! We will start out with a leisurely hike, take a break for lunch and then enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot spring. Don’t forget to bring a towel, bathing suit and a packed lunch!

NEW WINTER HOURS: T-, Sa 1100-1900 Su, M: Closed

FAMILY FUN SHOOT 10/12, 1200-1700 ANNIE OAKLEY SHOOT 10/27, 1200-1700 *Days and events are subject to change, weather pending.

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10/3: Bat Appreciation Month 10/10: National Poetry Day

10/17: Wear Something Gaudy Day 10/24: International Magic Week 10/31: Halloween!!!

Want to set up a Private Organization on Post?

In order to be recognized as a Fort Wainwright Private Organization you must establish and submit the required Private Organization packet. For information and packet processing, please contact the Family and MWR Private Organization Advisor at 353-7740.

Family and MWR Private Organization Advisor Bldg. 1045, 2nd Floor Fort Wainwright, AK 99703 (907) 353-9501

What are Family and MWR UNIT FUNDS?

Family and MWR locally funds dividends to Units for the collective benefit of all unit members for off-duty morale, welfare and recreational purposes; all unit members must have the opportunity to participate in the activity supported with unit funds dividends.

The Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare, and Recreation, through the NAF Support Management Division, maintains all Unit Funds. Please call the Unit Funds Advisor for more information and instructions on establishing and maintaining Unit Funds (907) 353-7765.

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Family and MWR UNIT FUNDS Family and MWR Unit Funds Advisor Bldg. 1045, 2nd floor Fort Wainwright, AK 99703 (907) 353-7765 WAINDFMWRFMO@us.army.mil

POST LIBRARY | BLDG. 3700 | 353-2642

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Hour of Power: Group Strength

October 18-20, 2013

Tuesdays & Thursdays 12–1245

Friday 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Turbo Kick

PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER

Mondays and Wednesdays: 1700-1800

CLOSED FOR FITNESS

FRIDAY, OCT. 18 AT 1 P.M.

Group Cycling

RE-OPENING

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 1200 Tuesdays & Thursdays 0630 and 1700 Saturdays 1000

SUNDAY, OCT. 20 AT 9 A.M. The Basketball Court will close at 8 a.m. on Thursday Oct 17.

Zumba

The PFC Ice Rink will be open normal hours.

Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays: 1815

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INTRAMURAL BASKETBALL COACHES MEETING 10/2, 1400 AT PFC

SWIM LESSONS Level 1

A 2 HOUR HALLOWEEN SPIN CLASS CHALLENGE PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER OCTOBER 26, 10 A.M.

Thursday & Saturday 10/31 - 11/23 Thurs: 1745 - 1830 Sat: 1145-1230 No minimum age, child must be able to stand in 3.5 feet and be independent enough to follow instructions with 5 other children from one instructor. 8 lessons: $30.

Limited to 6 students.

LIMITED TO 30 RIDERS WHO SIGN UP ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 353-7223.

Intramural

SportS Calendar

Level 2:

Saturdays only, 11/2-12/21 Sat: 1145-1230 No minimum age, child must be able to stand in 3.5 feet and be independent enough to follow instructions with 5 other children from one instructor. 8 lessons: $30/student. Limited to 6 students. Students must pass a swim test prior to being allowed to register for this class.

Registration: 10/24-11/5 or until class is full.

Registration is conducted at PFC, on a firstcome-first serve basis. All swim lessons are held at the Melaven Swim Center, Bldg. 3452.

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PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER | BLDG. 3709 | 353-7223

GROUP FITNESS CLASSES

PROGRAM

Basketball

COACHES MEETING Oct 2, 2013, 2 p.m.

ENTRY DEADLINE Oct 9, 2013

SEASON DATES Oct - Feb

Racquetball

Tournament Dates Nov 9 - 10, 2013

November 2013

Veteran’s Day

Dodgeball

Tournament Dates.

Dec 9 - 12, 2013

December 2013

Christmas Holidays

Volleyball

Feb 12, 2014, 2 p.m.

Feb 19, 2014

March - May

Floor Hockey

Tournament Dates March 24 - 27, 2014

March 2014

Summer Ice Rink/ Winter Gym

Weight Lifting Competition

Tournament Dates April 19, 2014

April 2014

Spring

Softball

May 8, 2014, 2 p.m.

May 2014

May - Aug.

3 on 3 Basketball

Tournament Dates May 17, 2014

May 2014

Spring Tournament

Flag Football

July 9, 2014, 2 p.m.

July 9, 2013

Aug. - Sept.

For more information, call 353-7294.

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SOLDIERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING

353-6610 For a free ride home.

Brought to you by Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers.

Weekends

(including training holidays)

2300-0300

THE BUBBLY BREW Conveniently located at:

The Last Frontier Community Activity Center Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.

TEL: 356.2020

MFLC

Military & Family Life Consultants

388-2553

Confidential Assistance for short time problem resolution: marriage/relationship stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and other daily life issues.

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ABUSE.

Domestic Violence Victims have options. Call 799-9770.

To report incidents of Child or Domestic Abuse, contact 353-7535 (24/7).

For Sexual Assault reporting, please call 353-7272 (24/7).

Early Bird Season Pass SALE **DoD Cardholders Only ** Available October 21 - November 24, 2013 ** Available to all authorized users except non-military affiliated civilians**

DON’T MISS OUT ON A GOOD DEAL!!

Purchase your Early Bird Season Pass at the Fischer Skeet Range: Fri: 1730 to 2130 p.m., Sat & Sun: 1200 - 1700 up to opening weekend, after that any time during regular business hours until Nov 24, 2013.

Please bring all members of your family at time of purchasing season pass.

Follow us on Facebook for more details on OPENING DAY!.

http://is.gd/p626Wn Recorded Ski Info: 353-7053 (start to tune-in on Oct. 24, 2013) Ticketing and Rental Issue: 353-6795 Ski School: 353-9131 Manager: 353-1998 *Days and events are subject to change, Weather Pending * (For Safety ALL Lifts CLOSE AT -20 DEGREES or COLDER)

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BIRCH HILL SKI & SNOWBOARD AREA | BLDG. 1172 | 353-1998

START GETTING YOUR RIDING GEAR READY; IT’S TIME TO STARING THINKING ABOUT SNOW!!

* Limited Hours

Columbus Day Holiday Hours Training Holiday Friday 10/11

** Verified Duty

FACILITY Army Community Services (ACS) Automotive Skills Center Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area Chena Bend Golf Course CYSS Parent Central Services CDC I CDC II Family Child Care Fischer Skeet Range Family and MWR Administration Last Frontier Community Activity Center Melaven Physical Fitness Center Melaven Pool Nugget Lanes Bowling Center Outdoor Recreation Center Physical Fitness Center (PFC) PFC Ice Rink Post Library School Age Center Youth Center Youth Sports & Fitness SKIES Unlimited EDGE Programs The Warrior Zone

Federal Holiday Monday 10/14

Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed **Open for verified duty only Closed Closed 1730-2100 0800-1700 0800-2100 1100-1900 1100-1900 1100-0100 1100-1900 0800-2000 1730-1945 1000-1800 **Open for verified duty only 1400-2000 Closed Closed Closed 1600-0100

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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!

Last Frontier Community Activity Center 6 to 8 p.m.

October 3, 2013 November 7, 2013 December 5, 2013

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

WHEN:

Learn the survival tips that will keep you from losing an appendage. This is an informative briefing for those Soldiers, new employees and their Families new to our community.

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

Last Frontier Community Activity Center, Bldg. 1044

Briefing includes: • preparing your vehicle for winter • winter driving techniques • what to carry in your winter kit in the car • proper clothing • caring for your pets in the cold

Aug 14, 2013 Aug 28, 2013 Sept 11, 2013 Sept 25, 2013 Oct 9, 2013

Oct 23, 2013 Nov 13, 2013 Nov 20, 2013 Dec 11, 2013 Dec 18, 2013

Limited winter survival supplies will be available at NO COST. For more information and to register, please call 353-4227.

ARMY FAMILY COVENANT: Keeping the Promise ARMY FAMILY COVENANT: Keeping the Promise

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Garrison Newcomers Orientation provides information for Soldiers, Family members and Civilians new to FWA within 60 days. Mandatory for Soldiers.

Spouses and Civilians are strongly encouraged to attend.

VETERANS BENEFITS Tuesdays, 1000; Thursdays, 1300 Building 3414, Rhineland Ave.

PRESCHOOL CHILD FIND DEVELOPMENTAL SCREENINGS For children ages 3-5

October 23

Preschool Child Find is a FREE program offered by the FNSB school district. An evaluator will work with your child ages 3-5 to identify their individual needs prior to entering school.

A comprehensive developmental screening will be conducted to determine what resources are needed and available for your child to have a fun and successful school experience.

SOLDIER AND FAMILY ASSISTANCE CENTER IS NOW SERVING ALL IDES/MEB SOLDIERS

On-site services include: - Army Career and Alumni Counselor, 353-4339 - Information, Referral and Follow-Up, 353-5878/5879 - VA Vocational, Rehabilitation and Employment Counselor, 353-4335 - Computer lab, fax, digital sender and copy machine For more information, stop by or call 353-5878/5879.

After hour appointments are available by appointment.

If you feel your child could benefit from a screening please call 452-2000 ext 445 or the Fort Wainwright EFMP program at 353-4243 or 353-4460.

For a complete list of ACS classes and workshops, visit www.calendarwiz. com/ftwainwrightfmwr or call 353-4227.

Instructor Tom Hutto, VA Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Counselor, will lead the session.

For more information, call 353-4335.

FORT WAINWRIGHT RECOGNIZES OCTOBER AS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH

Fort Wainwright recognizes October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

End Domestic ViolenceRecognize It, Report It, Prevent It!

* October 1

Awareness Campaign Kickoff

*October 17 & 25 Info booth at AFEES

*October 30, 1300- 1600 Family Advocacy Open House, Building 3401

Family Advocacy Program 24 hour hotline 907-353-7272 or 907-799-9770 Victim Advocate Family Advocacy Program 907-353-4345

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ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE | BLDG. 3401 | 353-4227

NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION & INFORMATION FAIR 10/9 & 10/23: 0830-1600 LFCAC, Building 1044

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1. Army Community Service (ACS) 2. Bldg. 3727 Neely Rd. (Old Arts & Crafts Building) 3. Automotive Skills Center 4. Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area 5. Chena Bend Golf Course and Snack Bar 6. Child Development Center I (CDC I) 7. Child Development Center II (CDC II) 8. CYSS Parent Central Services, Youth Sports, FCC 9. Fischer Skeet Range 10. Last Frontier Community Activity Center (LFCAC) 11. Library

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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 Closed for the season.

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 1300-1800 LASER TAG: Th 1500-1900 F 1500-2000 Sa 1300-2000 Su 1300-1700 BUBBLY BREW M-F 0700-1500 11

5 CHENA BEND GOLF COURSE Bldg. 2092, p 353-6223 Closed for the Season DW GRILL, p 353-6147 Closed for the Season 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 M-F 0600-1800 Sa-Su Closed.

8 CYSS PARENT CENTRAL SERVICES Bldg. 1049 #2 p 353-7713/7826 M-F 0800-1700 W 0730-1730 Sa, Su Closed

LIBRARY Bldg. 3700, p 353-2642 T-Th 1000-1800 Fr, Sa, Su, M Closed 12 MELAVEN PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER Bldg. 3452, p 353-1994 M-F 0500-2000 Sa 1130-1800 Su Closed MELAVEN SWIM CENTER Bldg. 3452, p 353-1994 T - F 0530-0800 1100-1445 0600-1930 (Lap Swim/Lessons) Sa 1145-1230 (Open Swim) Sa 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 Bldg. 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 T-, Sa 1100-1900 Su, M: Closed 18 PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER (PFC) Bldg. 3709, p 353-7223 M-F: 0530-2130 Sa, Su: 0900-1900 PFC ICE RINK M -Th 1130 -1300 F 1730-1945 Sa-Su 1330-1600 Su 1615-1800 13 PRIVATE ORGANIZATION ADVISOR Bldg. 1045, p 353-7740 M-F 0800-1700 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 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

19 SCHOOL AGE CENTER (SAC) Bldg. 4166, p 361-7394 M-F 0600-1800 Sa-Su Closed

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WINTER FUN IS ON THE HORIZON...

Nov 2nd- Family snow Shoeing Nov 8th- Cross Country Skiing Nov 16th- Geocaching at Chena Hot Springs Nov 23rd- Snowmachine Safety Course Nov 30th- Rail Jam Competition

And of course, watch for the opening of the Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area

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