Fort Wainwright Family and MWR Features: January-March 2017

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FEATURES Fort Wainwright Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation

January, February, March 2017

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contents 6 sports & fitness KEEP ACTIVE AND HEALTHY Throwdown during March’s Shamrock Strongman Throwdown competition.

8 food BITES AND BREWS Celebrate St. Patty’s Day with classic Irish bites and brews at the Warrior Zone!

11 fun LET US PROVIDE THE FUN With so many activities offered on Fort Wainwright, your social calendar will be FULL in no time!

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16 feature FROM THE COVER: CHENA BEND CLUBHOUSE Don’t forget about Chena Bend Clubhouse for your winter fun! Check out the long list of activities available at the brand new and beautiful facility.

18 adventure LET’S GET YOU OUTSIDE Explore our great state with a guided winter trip!

20 family CELEBRATE SPRING BREAK Don’t miss out on the SAC’s Spring Break Camp!

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24 military & family readiness PROTECT YOUR FINANCES Let Army Community Services guide you through the steps towards financial responsibility.

27 services DON’T GET LEFT OUT IN THE COLD Automotive Services can keep you warm this winter with vehicle maintenance, classes, and towing services.

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Fort Wainwright Welcomes You

Stay up to date on all things WainwrightMWR

Celebrate with Fort Wainwright Family and MWR as we ring in the New Year and all that 2017 has in store.

As always, we strive to bring you a variety of new and exciting programs that you are sure to enjoy.

As we round the corner of winter, the days become longer and the sun starts to influence our time.

Take the opportunity to get outside and enjoy this spectacular Alaskan scenery. Fort Wainwright Family and MWR makes winter recreation easy with a fullyoperational ski and snowboard hill and the best tubing rides in the Interior, groomed cross country ski and snowshoe trails at Chena Bend, and an award-winning Outdoor Recreation Center that can provide you with the equipment you need to have a safe and enjoyable time in the great outdoors.

If you’re looking for something indoors, check out Nugget Lanes Bowling Center, the Post Library, or the Last Frontier Community Activity Center. Each offers activities for a variety of ages and interests.

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!

- Fort Wainwright Family and MWR team

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Use the hashtags for specific locations and events around the garrison: #WainwrightMWR #WainwrightACS #WainwrightAuto #WainwrightBirchHill #WainwrightBOSS #WainwrightBowl #WainwrightCYSS #WainwrightChenaBend #WainwrightFitness #WainwrightLibrary #WainwrightLFCAC #WainwrightODR #WainwrightYouthSports #WainwrightZone

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Sports & Fitness KEEP ACTIVE AND HEALTHY #WainwrightFitness Two-Hour Fitness Classes offer twice the fun, and twice the burn!

Saturdays, January 7, February 11, and March 11, 10 a.m. – Noon Each month the Physical Fitness Center hosts a 2-hour fitness class with a special twist. Dance to the beat during January’s Dance Party 2-hour fitness class, power up Heartbreak Hill in February, and celebrate shamrocks during the St. Patty’s Day spin class in March.

Walk Off the Wait Every Tuesday and Thursday, beginning January 10, 11 a.m. – Noon Join other Family Members to walk the distance of separations while you wait for your loved one to return from deployment. Meet new friends and build a support network during this free event at the PFC, organized by Army Community Services.

Shamrock Strongman Throwdown Saturday, March 18, 11:30 a.m.

Strength kicks in when luck runs out. Test your strength at the annual Saint Patty’s Day Shamrock Strongman Throwdown. Different divisions will compete in multiple events throughout the day.

Don’t miss out on the participant meeting on March 8 at the Melaven Fitness Center.

Challenge yourself, challenge each other Let’s make a commitment; a commitment that together we will stay active and healthy this year. Join the Physical Fitness Center for Fitness Challenges and receive planned workouts, bi-monthly weigh-ins and body fat measurements, as well as a support group for success!

Prizes will be awarded at the end of each challenge. New challenges are always happening.

Check our website for more information about upcoming fitness challenges.

SWEAT IT OUT Physical Fitness Center Take your workout to the next level at the PFC. With fitness coordinators, and group classes (including yoga, cycling, 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, and the Reshaping in Progress Program (R.I.P.P.) group class. Please note that the pool is under renovation and is scheduled to reopen Summer 2017.

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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 teambuilding skills! There are a variety of intramural sports available through the Intramural Program at Fort Wainwright, and all DoD cardholders (including Family Members and DA Civilians) are welcomed. For a complete list of leagues, visit our website.

Program

Coaches Meeting

Entry Deadline

Season Dates

Hockey

February 28, 2 p.m.

March 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 18

Competition date: March 18

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

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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 HEALTHY BITES #WainwrightACS Eating healthy foods is a great start to living a long and happy life. Fort Wainwright Family and MWR offers multiple classes and seminars in which you can learn how to lead a healthy lifestyle.

For a complete list of seminars, visit our website.

Health Nut

FOOD

Every 4th Wednesday of the month, 10 – 11 a.m.

Creating healthy lifestyle habits is especially important for children. Each month, Army Community Services hosts Health Nut, seminars geared towards teaching you and your child how to choose the right foods. From meal preparation, to food safety, to eating well on a budget, this one-hour course is an excellent resource for you and your family.

Heart Healthy Menu: Prescription for a Healthy Heart Thursday, February 9, 6 – 8 p.m.

Create delectable plates from home! Hear the latest recommendations for a heart healthy food plan and lifestyle. This program includes cooking demonstrations and suggestions for a menu you can make at home.

SAINT PATRICK’S DAY BITES & BREWS AT THE WARRIOR ZONE #WainwrightZone Friday, March 17 The Warrior Zone is celebrating Saint Patty’s Day with Celtic bites and brews! Enjoy the taste of Ireland with food and drink specials, as well as Celtic music, all day long.

FRESH LOOK AT THE MOTHER LODE CAFÉ #WainwrightBowl Looking for a quick bite to eat? The Mother Lode Café inside Nugget Lanes Bowling Center is the perfect place to load up on scrumptious bites! With a full menu, the Mother Lode Café is a great place for lunch, dinner, or a snack— and it’s not just for bowlers. Check it out today!

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.

NORTHERN LIGHTS CAFÉ SERVES UP FRESHNESS Let the baristas at the Northern Lights Café create the perfect warm winter beverage for you. Looking for a bite to eat? Try one of their freshly-made wraps or fresh-baked breads. Located inside of the Last Frontier Community Activity Center, the light menu is the perfect choice for breakfast or lunch on a cold day.

FRONTERRA NOW HAS TWO LOCATIONS Fronterra now has two locations to serve you! Enjoy a juicy burger or refreshing salad while hitting the slopes at Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area, as well as at the Chena Bend Clubhouse & Winter Activities Center. Don’t forget that Fronterra does catering and daily lunch specials too! Give them a call at (907) 888-3888 for more information.

For contact information about the activities seen here, visit the Directory on page 30, and visit www.wainwright.armymwr.com

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Fun UFC FIGHT NIGHTS #WainwrightZone

PAINT AND POUR #WainwrightLFCAC

The Warrior Zone has you covered when it comes to UFC Fight Night. With only a $5 cover charge, the Warrior Zone offers Pay-Per-View fights monthly, with drink and food specials for you to enjoy while you cheer on your favorite fighter.

Time to release your inner artist!

Keep the Warrior Zone on your list of hangouts.

With Tuesday Trivia Nights, and Texas Hold’em and Pool Tournaments every Saturday,as well as a full gaming center, the Warrior Zone is the perfect place to chill with your friends.

Must be 18 or older to enter the Warrior Zone.

Must be 21 or older to consume alcohol.

WHERE ARE YOU WATCHING THE BIG GAME: SUPER BOWL 51 Super Bowl-ing Party #WainwrightBowl Sunday, February 5, 11 a.m.

What’s better than watching the big game with friends? How about watching the big game on big screens while bowling a strike? Make it happen at the Nugget Lanes Bowling Center’s Super Bowl-ing Party! Enjoy football-themed food specials and giveaways throughout the day, while cheering on your team during the biggest game of the year.

Super Bowl, Super Party #WainwrightZone Sunday, February 5, Noon Where do you plan on spending Super Bowl Sunday? The Warrior Zone is this year’s Super Bowl party central. With the game shown on the big screen, tons of food and drink specials, and giveaways, Super Bowl Sunday at the Warrior Zone is one you won’t want to miss!

Sunday, January 15, February 12, March 12, 6 – 8 p.m.

Amaze yourself. Come enjoy your favorite beverage and leave with a hand-painted 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 each month at the Last Frontier Community Activity Center and are a great way to get your friends together for a fun night out!

THE LIBRARY IS MORE THAN JUST BOOKS #WainwrightLibrary Pi(e) Day Tuesday, March 14, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Drop by the Post Library anytime on Pi Day (3.14) and describe your favorite flavor of pie to the librarians for a chance to win some deliciously delectable prizes!

Women’s Book Club Every 3rd Tuesday of the month, 5:30 – 7 p.m.

Reading is way more fun when you have a group of people to share your findings with.

Join the Women’s Book Club for interesting reads and thoughtful discussion.

Luck of the Irish Trivia Saturday, March 18, 7 – 9 p.m.

Are you smart enough to answer these tough Saint Patrick’s Day trivia questions, or is it pure luck? Bring a team to Nugget Lanes Bowling Center for a night of trivia hosted by the Post Library. You may walk away with a pot o’ gold!

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FUN For contact information about the activities seen here, visit the Directory on page 30, and visit www.wainwright.armymwr.com

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Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Hill is one of only 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?

MARCH MADNESS #WainwrightSki #WainwrightBirchHill March Madness at Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area Friday through Sunday, March 24 – 26 Let the madness begin! Join in on the fun of March Madness at Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area. We’ll have crazy discounts for Active Duty Soldiers and their Family Members, as well as competitions (see the schedule below), kids events —including snow painting, and the famous Pond Skip and Polar Plunge happening throughout the weekend. Be sure to mark your calendar for this exciting event that only happens once a year!

GET THE COMPETITIVE EDGE Show off your skills and push yourself against other riders. Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area is hosting multiple competitions this winter that are sure to bring out your competitive side.

All competitors must register on the day of the event. Must be 5 years of age or older to compete, and have a parent or guardian present if under the age of 18. Helmets will be supplied to all participants if they do not posses one for the competition.

Big Air Competition

Saturday, January 28, 1 p.m.

Catch big air and win!

Slopestyle Competition

Saturday, February 11, 1 p.m.

Take on the slopes and show us what you got!

March Madness Rail Jam

Friday, March 24, 1 p.m.

Take on the competition and show off your rail skills at the March Madness Rail Jam.

March Madness Big Air Contest

Saturday, March 25, 1 p.m.

Compete to see who can get the most air while landing the gnarliest trick during the March Madness Big Air Contest.

March Madness Uphill & Downhill Race

Sunday, March 26, 1 p.m.

Run or use your skins to get up the hill, then race back down. Whoever has the fastest time, wins!

Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area operates at temperatures warmer than -20F. Visit WainwrightMWR on Facebook to get the latest Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area updates.

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10-Pin 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!

HOLIDAY SPECIALS Martin Luther King Jr. Day Monday, January 16, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

In celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Nugget Lanes Bowling Center will have specials on games and shoe rentals.

For just $1 each, your bowling game is sure to be a blast!

Saint Patty’s Day Celebration Friday, March 17, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Come see if your luck is as good as the Luck of the Irish. Nugget Lanes Bowling Center will have green pin specials throughout the event, along with special Irish cuisine and Celtic music throughout the day!

FUN

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!

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.

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For contact information about the activities seen here, visit the Directory on page 30, and visit www.wainwright.armymwr.com

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30 MINUTES FREE

Coupon may be used at Chena Bend Clubhouse and Winter Activity Center. Must present original coupon.

Coupon must be surrendered at time of payment. Limit 1 coupon per customer, per visit. Coupon valid through March 31, 2017.

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#WainwrightChenaBend

More than golf:

Chena Bend Clubhouse

CHENA BEND CLUBHOUSE OFFERS UP FUN, EVEN WITH SNOW ON THE GROUND #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.

Keep your swing in fine form Practice your swing year-round with our AboutGolf Simulators— the best in the state! These indoor, hyper- realistic simulators are the perfect way to keep your swing strong during the off season. Come in today and meet Fort Wainwright’s very own PGA professional who will unleash the golfer in you, or bring your current game to the next level.

Bonus: purchase lunch at Fronterra and receive a free 30 minute golf simulator session! Just show your receipt to the Pro Shop to redeem your free session.

Looking to turn that practice time into a friendly competition? Sign up for the Winter Simulator League and challenge other teams of two. Winners of the Winter League will receive a 2017 Season Pass or free cart rentals all summer long.

You don’t have to wait until summer to start golf lessons. Get Golf Ready is a 5-session program that teaches you the different facets of the golf game; from how to care for your clubs, to perfecting your putting. Sign up at Chena Bend Pro Shop today!

Spruce up your gear Don’t forget that Chena Bend offers the only custom iron fitting from Mizuno in the state. Don’t be left behind this summer— bring in your clubs this winter and get a step up on the competition.

Take advantage of our trails and rentals 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.

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Adventure ADVENTURE AWAITS #WainwrightODR Go. Explore. With a multitude of 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!

Go explore, near and far Frozen ground, snow, and ice let you explore parts of Alaska that can’t be accessed in the summer. 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.

From snowmachines to fat tire bikes, cross-country skis to snowshoes, the Outdoor Recreation Center has you covered. Explore near and far with the wide selection of recreation and safety gear available to you.

Wilderness abounds right outside your door Fort Wainwright is surrounded by an abundance of wild places. Both federal and state recreation areas are only a short drive away, and Outdoor Recreation can take you there! They cater to different levels of expertise— whether you are a beginner or an expert, they’ve got a trip planned for you!

GET YOUR ADRENALINE PUMPING WITH B.O.S.S. #WainwrightBOSS

ADVENTURE

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.

Adventure

Date

Ice Climbing

January 21

Ice Fishing

January 28

Fat Tire Biking in the White Mountains

February 5

Ice Fishing

February 12

Snowmachine Trip

March 4

Fat Tire Biking

March 12

Fat Tire Biking to HooDoo

March 24

Ice Climbing

March 26

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

Friday Night Family Snowshoe

January 6

5:30 p.m.

2.5 hours

Outdoor Recreation

Compeau Trail Snowmachine Run

January 7

8 a.m.

9 hours

Chena River SRA

Ice Climbing in Denali

January 8

8 a.m.

10 hours

Fox or Dragonfly Falls

Fat Tire Winter Cabin Expedition

January 13–15

9 a.m.

3 days

Chena River SRA

Snowmachine Safety Course

January 21

9 a.m. & 1 p.m.

4 hours

Outdoor Recreation

Family Burbot Fishing***

January 27–28

5:30 p.m. (Friday) 9:30 a.m. (Saturday)

2.5 hours (each day)

Tanana Lakes

Women in the Wilderness: Chena Hot Springs Bike & Soak

January 29

8 a.m.

10 hours

Chena River SRA & Chena Hot Springs

Ice Climbing in Denali

February 4

8 a.m.

10 hours

Fox or Dragonfly Falls

Stiles Creek Snowmachine Trip

February 4

8 a.m.

9 hours

Chena River SRA

Friday Night Family Indoor Climbing

February 10

5:30 p.m.

2.5 hours

Outdoor Recreation

Snowmachine Safety Course

February 11

9 a.m. & 1 p.m.

4 hours

Outdoor Recreation

Women in the Wilderness: Ice Fishing***

February 12

8 a.m.

10 hours

Birch Lakes

Maclaren River Lodge Expedition

February 17–19

8 a.m.

3 days

Maclaren River Lodge

White Mountains Fat Tire Biking

February 25

9 a.m.

9 hours

Wickersham Dome

Ice Fishing***

February 25

8 a.m.

9 hours

Birch Lake

Friday Night Family Snowshoe

March 3

5:30 p.m.

2.5 hours

Outdoor Recreation

Women in the Wilderness: Ice Climbing in Denali

March 4

8 a.m.

10 hours

Fox or Dragonfly Falls

Family Burbot Fishing***

March 10–11

5:30 p.m. (Friday) 9:30 a.m. (Saturday)

2.5 hours (each day)

Tanana Lakes

Compeau Trail Snowmachine Run

March 11

8 a.m.

9 hours

Chena River SRA

Women in the Wilderness: Snowmachining

March 25

8 a.m.

9 hours

Wickersham Dome

Friday Night Family Indoor Climbing

March 31

5:30 p.m.

2.5 hours

Outdoor Recreation

Compeau Trail Snowmachine Run

April 1

8 a.m.

9 hours

Chena River SRA

* Trips will be canceled (and possible moved to a different date) if the temperature drops below -10 degrees F **Volunteer Development Day is free to all Outdoor Recreation Volunteers with 3 or more volunteer hours ***Alaska State Fishing License is required

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FAMILY

Family READY, SET, PLAY! Bounce House Nights at the Last Frontier Community Activity Center #WainwrightLFCAC Every first and third Thursday of each month, 5 – 7 p.m.

Jump around and have a blast in the bounce houses! Two bounce houses are available for different ages of kids at this free event, A parent must be present during the fun.

New Parent Support Programs #WainwrightACS Calling all new parents! The New Parent Support Program offers 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.

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FROM COVER TO COVER #WainwrightLibrary Preschool Story Time Every Thursday of each month, 10 – 11 a.m.

Dive into the world of reading with your preschooler!

Join the Post Library every Thursday for Preschool Story Time, where your child can venture into a world of imagination and learning.

Read Across America: Dr. Seuss’s Birthday March 2 Grab your hat and read with the cat! The Cat in the Hat, that is! Help the Post Library celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday during Read Across America at the Last Frontier Community Activity Center. There will be games, prizes, and of course, story time that features a mouse in a house and a fox in a box!

IS YOUR CHILD REGISTERED WITH PARENT CENTRAL SERVICES? #WainwrightCYS

SPEAK UP #WainwrightCYS

Fort Wainwright’s Child, Youth, and School Services (CYSS) offers a magnitude of programs and activities for all ages. Don’t forget that programs at CYSS facilities require your child to be registered through Parent Central Services.

February 16, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

CELEBRATE EVERYONE! #WainwrightSAC The School Age Center recognizes Black History Month, Women’s History Month, and Irish-American Heritage Month February: Black History Month is an opportunity to emphasize the history and achievements of African Americans. In honor of Black History Month, the School Age Center will be displaying children’s cultural displays all month long.

March: Women’s History Month— a time where women across the United States are celebrated for their contributions to society. March is also Irish-American Heritage Month. The School Age Center will be displaying creations recognizing IrishAmerican culture. Stop by each month, and see what the children have created to honor them!

Child& Youth Services Parent Advisory Board Meet and Greet The quarterly Parent Advisory Board meeting is your opportunity to find out what activities are going on in our CYS programs. This February, join the CYS team at the School Age Center for a meet and greet with program leaders. We will also be discussing our upcoming Month of the Military Child activities. Learn about ways that you can volunteer in our programs.

SCHOOL IS OUT! #WainwrightSAC School Age Center Spring Camp March 13 – 17 Your child won’t want to miss out on this excellent Spring Break opportunity! Sign them up for the School Age Center’s Spring Camp, and they’ll be raving about all of the fun academic and recreational activities experienced throughout the week.

COMING UP! #WainwrightCYS

HOME SCHOOL SUPPORT #WainwrightCYS

Month of the Military Child

If you home school your children, you know how difficult it can be to find opportunities to expand your kids’ education. The School Age Center and Youth Center offer programs to home school families of any age. Learn how you can enhance your educative experience by talking with a representative from either facility.

CYS would like to underscore the important role that children play in the Armed Forces community with a carnival! Stay turned for Month of the Military Child, coming up in April.

Youth Sports & Fitness will also host activities for home schooled families twice each month. Contact Parent Central Services for more information.

April 2017

New Year, New Logo Keep an eye out for Child and Youth Services new logo being displayed throughout the Installation!

For contact information about the activities seen here, visit the Directory on page 30, and visit www.wainwright.armymwr.com

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FAMILY

YOUTH SPORTS REGISTRATION #WainwrightYouthSports

WE’VE GOT CHILD CARE TAKEN CARE OF #WainwrightCYS

Moosercise Child Exercise and Play Program

Let us watch the kids; you deserve a break

Exercise is a-moose-ing! Don’t miss out on this fun program for your child (ages 18 months – 5 years old), where parents and children meet twice a week for physical fitness in a fun and safe environment.

Are you needing some time for yourself? How about a date night? Let the staff at the School Age Center and Child Development Center help you out with an afternoon or evening of child care for just $20 per child. Let us lend a hand on January 21 and February 25 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.,as well we March 24 from 6:30 – 10:30 p.m.

Fat Tire Biking Float on top of the snow this winter on a fat tire bike.

These special bikes have extra wide tires that help you glide along the snow’s surface. Sound fun? The season runs March 3 – April 21, and is available for youth ages 9 to 18. Register January 9 – 20 at Parent Central Services.

Archery Master the ancient sport of archery this spring. The season runs April 24 – May 26, and is available for youth ages 8 to 16. Register between February 27 and March 10 at Parent Central Services.

Teen Babysitters Course March 13 – 16, Noon – 6 p.m.

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 13 years and older. Register with Parent Central Services or the Youth Center.

Calling all volunteer coaches!

We need you! If you are looking for a fun and rewarding volunteer opportunity, consider coaching a youth or developmental sport.

THERE’S ALWAYS SOMETHING HAPPENING AT THE YOUTH CENTER #WainwrightYouthCenter 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 great 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.

January Activities

February Activities

March Activities

Diplomas to Degrees

Snowboarding at Birch Hill

Job Readiness Boot Camp

Job Readiness Boot Camp

Job Readiness Boot Camp

Inside Out UAF Experience

3v3 Basketball Tournament

Youth Center Soccer Clinic

Character Counts

Pioneer Home Community Service Field Trip

Not Valentine’s Day Dance

Swimming

Youth Center Introduction to Archery Class

Youth Center Softball Clinic

Youth Center Fat Tire Biking

Museum of the North Open House

Ice Art Championships Field Trip

Youth Center Archery Clinic Babysitters Course March Madness at Birch Hill

For more information about activities, please contact the Youth Center or visit www.wainwright.armymwr.com

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For contact information about the activities seen here, visit the Directory on page 30, and visit www.wainwright.armymwr.com

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Military & Family Readiness PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR FAMILY READINESS GROUPS

GATEWAY TO EMPLOYMENT

#WainwrightACS

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.

Family Readiness Group Leader Seminar

MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS

Tuesday and Wednesday, January 24 and 25, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Enhance your leadership skills in the Family Readiness Group (FRG) Leader role. This training is essential to operating a successful FRG. Training will include resilience training, time and energy management, as well as how to avoid thinking traps.

LET US INTRODUCE OURSELVES Newcomers Orientation to Fort Wainwright Orientations to be held January 25, February 8 and 22, as well as March 8 and 22

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 at the Last Frontier Community Activity Center in order to better understand Fort Wainwright and the surrounding communities.

BREAK THE SILENCE Military Family Life Consultants are available to help you get through tough times. With anonymous counseling and life coaching, no records are maintained, and you are free to talk about what is on your mind.

Further your career

VOLUNTEERING Nominate a hard worker Volunteers work tirelessly for our Service Members, Family Members, and organizations.

Now is the time to recognize them! Please submit your nominations to ACS Army Volunteer Corps by March 13, 2017. The annual Volunteer Recognition Ceremony will be held on April 20.

MANAGING YOUR ANGER #WainwrightACS Rage Consumption

Every Tuesday, 11 a.m. – Noon Does the Rage consume you? Or do you consume the rage? Explore the motivation to choose anger over other healthier responses and find techniques for managing anger.

For contact information about the activities seen here, visit the Directory on page 30, and visit www.wainwright.armymwr.com

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STRENGTHEN YOUR RELATIONSHIP

FINANCIAL READINESS

Help! My marriage is failing...

Every Wednesday, 11 a.m. – Noon

Tuesday, March 7, 2 – 4 p.m.

Find out how to build mutual trust, respect, and communication while learning the causes and realities of what makes a marriage fall apart.

GET OUT OF THAT FUNK Cabin Fever Blues Every Thursday, 11 a.m. – Noon Are you suffering from the lack of sunlight and are finding yourself going stir crazy? Join ACS to learn the effects of extended darkness on your psyche, and how to cope so you can minimize the impact.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES Community Resource Open House

Know Your Score: Credit and Credit Reports Keeping your credit in good shape is vital to your current and future financial status.

Learn more about credit cards, building and repairing credit, as well as credit reports and scores at this useful seminar hosted by the ACS Financial Readiness Program.

Budget and Debt Reduction Tuesday, March 21, 2 – 4 p.m.

Learn about financial record-keeping, setting goals, developing a budget and paying off debt. This class is certain to prepare you for a solid understanding of financial organization.

Military Saves Week 2017

Thursday, March 16, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

February 27 – March 3

The Fort Wainwright Exceptional Family Member Program Team will be hosting an information and resource fair with a variety of providers and organizations from the installation as well as in the Fairbanks/Eielson community. Providers will be available to answer questions and share information about the programs and services they offer. This event is open to Soldiers, Family Members and DoD ID Card Holders.

Learn how you can become stronger, financially, with help from ACS’s Financial Readiness Classes.

February 27, 2 – 4 p.m.: New Blended Retirement System February 28, 2 – 4 p.m.: Estate Planning March 1, 2 – 4 p.m.: Financial Readiness Refresher March 2, 2 – 4 p.m.: Thrift Savings Plan March 3, 2 – 4 p.m.: Budget and Savings

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MOBILIZATION AND DEPLOYMENT #WainwrightACS

MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS

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 (FRG) 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.

Waiting Families Lunch and Chat

Every Thursday of each month, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Are you the family member of a deployed soldier or with a soldier away at training? Be sure to come and join our Waiting Families Lunch and chat! Join together at the Wolf’s Den Dining Facility (DFAC) for good conversation and new friends!

FRG Tea Party The Garrison would like to show all Family Readiness Group Leaders and Battalion Advisors our appreciation for their volunteer work within the installation. The tea will include guest speakers that will touch on fund raising, legal advice, and command information. Babysitting is available during this event.

Please contact ACS with your childcare needs.

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 #WainwrightBOSS SADD (Soldiers Against Drunk Driving): We want to bring you home safe.

Call (907) 353-4145 on Fridays and Saturdays (11 p.m. – 3 a.m.), as well as training and holiday hours, for a free ride home.

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 #WainwrightAuto Don’t let the cold stop you from getting around this winter. It’s imperative to keep your vehicle in top shape.

Don’t get stuck in the cold. Towing & locksmith services are available 24/7

SAVE IN YOUR PHONE: (907) 590-1716 / (907) 353-7436 If you find yourself stuck on the side of the road, remember to call the Automotive Skills Center Tow Line. They offer low-cost, 24-hour towing service to all areas of Fort Wainwright, Fairbanks, and North Pole, even during the holidays.

Let us help you get the job done Looking for a warm, dependable shop to work on your vehicle? Let the Automotive Skills Center make things easy for you with ASE Certified mechanics, self-serve auto bays, car wash bays, and much more!

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

Become knowledgeable with your vehicle Are you wanting to do your own work on your vehicle but don’t know where to start? Start with Auto 101! During Auto 101, the staff at the Automotive Skills Center will orientate you to the space, the tools, and the techniques.

Looking to take your skills further? We offer classes in changing tires, changing oil, and other basic automotive services. Visit our website for a complete list of classes offered at the Automotive Skills Center.

BUY ONE HOUR, REGULARLY PRICED AUTO BAY,

GET ONE FREE ON MONDAYS. LIMIT 2 HOURS PURCHASED, 2 HOURS FREE

Coupon good for Automotive Skills Center on Fort Wainwright. Savings are off regular price. Must present original coupon. Coupon must be surrendered at time of payment.

Limit 1 coupon per customer, per visit. 4 hour maximum (Buy 2 hours, get 2 hours free).

Coupon may only be used on Mondays. Coupon valid through March 31, 2017.

www.wainwright.armymwr.com #WainwrightMWR

#WainwrightAuto

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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

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 Saturday - Sunday

By appointment only Noon – 8 p.m.

11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Building 1049 #2 Phone: (907) 353-7713 and (907) 353-7826 Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday

Building 1049 #1 Phone: (907) 353-6266

Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday

Building 1044 Phone: (907) 353-7755

Monday - Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

Monday - Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

Building 3452 Phone: (907) 353-1994

Child Development Center I (CDC 1)

Gym Monday - Friday Saturday Sunday

Child Development Center II (CDC II) Building 4176 Phone: (907) 361-9056

10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Closed

Melaven Fitness Center

Driving Range is open 24/7 (seasonally)

6 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Closed

Closed 3 – 7 p.m.

3 – 8 p.m.

1 – 8 p.m.

1 – 5 p.m.

Library

Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday

Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday

9 a.m. – 7 p.m.

10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

1 p.m. – 9 p.m.

1 – 6 p.m.

Laser Tag at Last Frontier Community Activity Center

Building 2090 Phone: (907) 353-6223

Building 4024 Phone: (907) 361-4190

8 a.m. – 1 p.m., 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Closed

Last Frontier Community Activity Center

Building 3700 Phone: (907) 353-2642

By appointment only 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

8 a.m. – 1 p.m., 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Closed

Family Child Care

Chena Bend Golf

Monday - Thursday Friday - Sunday

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Child, Youth, and School Services Parent Central Services

5 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.

10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Closed

Pool Temporarily closed for renovation. Scheduled to reopen summer 2017

NAF Civilian Personnel

Monday - Friday

6 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Saturday - Sunday

Closed

Building 1045 Phone: (907) 353-6356

Monday - Friday

7:30 – 11:30 a.m., 12:30 – 4 p.m.

Saturday - Sunday

Closed

Nugget Lanes Bowling Center Building 3702 Phone: (907) 353-2654

Monday - Tuesday Wednesday - Thursday Friday - Saturday Sunday

School Support Services Building 1045 Phone: (907) 353-9377

By appointment only 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.

11 a.m. – 1 a.m.

11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday

9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Closed

Soldier Family Assistance Center Gold Rush Lounge Monday - Tuesday Wednesday - Thursday Friday - Saturday Sunday

Closed 4 – 10 p.m.

4 p.m. – 1 a.m.

11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Mother Lode Café Monday - Tuesday Wednesday - Thursday Friday - Saturday Sunday

Closed 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.

11 a.m. – Midnight 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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

Outdoor Recreation Center Building 4050 Phone: (907) 361-6349

Monday Tuesday - Wednesday Thursday - Saturday Sunday

Warrior Zone 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

5:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.

9 a.m. – 7 p.m.

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)

Private Organization Advisor Building 1045 Phone: (907) 353-7788

Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday

8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Closed

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.

Youth Center Building 4109 Phone: (907) 361-5437 Monday - Thursday 2 – 8 p.m.

Friday 2 – 10 p.m.

Saturday 2 – 8 p.m.

Sunday Closed

Youth Sports & Fitness

School Age Center

Building 1049 #2 Phone: (907) 353-7482, Cell: (907) 590-2010

Building 4166 Phone: (907) 361-7394

Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday

Building 3205 Phone: (907) 353-1087

6 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Closed

Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday

8 a.m. – 5 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.

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