Fort Wainwright Family and MWR Features: January-March 2018

FEATURES Fort Wainwright Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation

January, February, March 2018

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contents 8 adventure WINTER GETAWAY Prepare for a winter adventure with the Outdoor Recreation Center.

10 food NEW EATS Enjoy tasty brews and bites from Mojo Cafe!

12 family SAVE THE DATE

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Month of the Military Child is right around the corner.

14 fun LAUGH OUT LOUD The comedy trio featuring Daniel Dugar is coming to Fort Wainwright.

16 from the cover STRIKE! Nugget Lanes is offering amazing specials and events this season!

22 services AUTO SKILLS TO THE RESCUE! Need a tow or a jump start? Call the Automotive Skills Center.

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24 sports & fitness NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS Now that the holidays are over, it’s time to get back into shape!

26 military & family readiness SPOUSES UNITE

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Connect with spouses to grow our community!

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WainwrightMWR Welcomes You We are excited to round the corner into the new year, and are anticipating the next 12 months with a sense of adventure.

Each year brings a new beginning— a fresh start and an invigorating focus on Fort Wainwright Family and MWR. We have many things in store for the upcoming months that will usher in opportunities for our valued Fort Wainwright community. We embrace change and view this quarter as a time to renew and rejuvenate.

As we move forward with the year, we want to remind you of the wonderful opportunities that Fort Wainwright Family and MWR offers our Soldiers, Family Members, Retirees, and Civilians. All events and programs can be viewed on our website, as well as our Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter feeds using @WainwrightMWR. See you out there!

- Wainwright Family and MWR team

Stay up to date with WainwrightMWR Like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram and Twitter at “@WainwrightMWR” to learn about upcoming events, food and drink specials, and other activities offered throughout Fort Wainwright.

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

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ADVENTURE

Adventure GO. EXPLORE. PREPARE FOR AN OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

The Outdoor Recreation Center offers safety courses, orientations, and clinics to prepare you for an unforgettable adventure in the wild! #WainwrightODR When outside in Alaska, it’s important to be fully prepared for anything that comes your way. Not only does the Outdoor Recreation Center offer equipment and guided adventures, it also offers safety courses, orientations, and clinics to get your ready for outdoor fun!

This season, shred the snow on a snowmachine! But first, take the informative Snowmachine Safety Course and learn about safe riding conditions, basic snowmachine maintenance, and cold weather hazards.

Be on the lookout for the Fort Wainwright Outdoor Recreation Adventure Guide Winter 2017-18 edition! Available at Wainwright MWR locations and online at www.wainwright.armymwr.com

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 ADVENTURE CALENDAR ADVENTURE*

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LENGTH

LOCATION

Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Camp

January 3-5

3 Days

Birch Hill Ski Area

Women in the Wilderness: Ice Fishing**

January 6

Full Day

Birch Lake

White Mountains Snowmachine Trip

January 6

Full Day

White Mountains NRA

Snowmachine Safety Course

January 13

Half Day

Outdoor Recreation

Friday Family Night: Indoor Rock Climbing

January 19

Half Day

Outdoor Recreation

Stiles Creek Snowmachine Trip

January 20

Full Day

Chena River SRA

Cross-Country Skiing for Beginners

January 20

Half Day

Glass Park

Ice Climbing

January 21

Full Day

Denali National Park

Chena Hot Springs Bike & Soak

January 27

Full Day

Chena River SRA

Try a Snowmachine Day

January 28

Session

Birch Hill Ski Area

QuestFest 2018 (registration not required)

February 3

Full day

Outdoor Recreation

Friday Family Night: Cross-Country Skiing

February 9

Half Day

Glass Park

Cross-Country Skiing for Beginners

February 10

Half Day

Glass Park

Try a Snowmachine Day

February 11

Session

Birch Hill Ski Area

Maclaren River Lodge Snowmachine Trip

February 16-18

3 Days

Maclaren River Lodge

Anchorage Area Skiing Cabin Expedition

February 16-19

4 Days

Bird Creek Cabin

Snowmachine Safety Course

February 24

Half Day

Outdoor Recreation

Ice Climbing

March 3

Full Day

Denali National Park

Snowmachine Safety Course

March 10

Half Day

Outdoor Recreation

Try a Snowmachine Day

March 11

Session

Birch Hill Ski Area

Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Camp

March 14-16

3 Days

Birch Hill Ski Area

Ice Climbing

March 17

Full Day

Denali National Park

Women in the Wilderness: Snowmachining

March 17

Full Day

White Mountains NRA

March Madness at Birch Hill

March 23-25

3 Days

Birch Hill Ski Area

Compeau Trail Snowmachine Run

March 24

Full Day

Chena River SRA

White Mountains Snowmachine Trip

March 31

Full Day

White Mountains NRA

*All trips subject to change.

Trips will be canceled if temperature drops lower than -10F degrees prior to departure. **Alaska State Fishing License is required

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Experience The best Alaskan adventures begin here.

Experience Seward Military Resort

Take on an adventure with Seward Military Resort, located in the quaint coastal community of Seward, Alaska.

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1-800-770-1858 or 907-224-5559 www.SewardResort.com @SewardResort

WINTER FUN ABOUNDS AT SEWARD MILITARY RESORT #SewardMilitaryResort #SewardResort ADVENTURE

The adventure never ends at Seward Military Resort! The resort and its activities operate year round, with special rates during the wintertime. No matter the season, you, your friends, and your family are welcome to experience all that Seward Military Resort has to offer.

Take advantage of the Winter Special: Buy 2 nights, get one FREE! While you’re there, don’t miss out on the winter activities offered at the resort, like snowmachine tours to glaciers and free cross-country ski rentals with purchase of a stay.

Thinking about visiting in the summertime? Book now before dates begin to fill up. While you’re at it, take advantage of our spring sale at www.wainwright.armymwr.com, where we offer up to 50% off summer trips and tours!

The Seward Military Resort is open to DoD Cardholders (Active Duty, Family Members, Retirees, and Civilian Employees). Call 800-770-1858 to make your reservation

GET INVOLVED WITH B.O.S.S. TODAY #WainwrightBOSS Open to all single Service Members, singles with dependents, and geobachelors, B.O.S.S. is an excellent way to meet new people, create new experiences, and enhance your community. B.O.S.S. provides opportunities to Service Members who are interested in volunteering, recreating, learning, and more!

This season, don’t miss out on overnight trips to Chena Hot Springs or Anchorage. Tag along on day trips full of adventure as we tackle ice climbing, snowmachining, cross-country skiing, and more!

Want to hear more from B.O.S.S.? Sign up and receive text messages about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and S.A.D.D. rides on weekends, including federal and training holidays. Text “WainwrightBOSS” to (206) 290-4040 to sign up today!

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Food GET YOUR COFFEE FIX

FOOD

Introducing Mojo Cafe Using beans roasted by local coffee roasters, North Pole Coffee Roasters, Mojo Cafe serves up delectable brewed espresso and beverages to please any palate! Sit down and relax or grab a cup to go from the cafe, located inside of the Last Frontier Community Activity Center.

Crafting foods at home can be a great way to save money, eat healthy, and bond with family. Join the ACS Exceptional Family Member Program for monthly virtual classes that focus on living a simpler life.

These free and family-friendly classes are held via Facebook Live, and can be accessed via the “Fort Wainwright Army Community Service - ACS” page.

Ditch the Soup Cans!

Thursday, January 11, 2 p.m.

While you’re there, relax in the quiet cafe, enjoy free wi-fi and use of computers, and breathe in the aroma of fresh coffee beans ground daily.

Make the Perfect Loaf of Bread

$5 BURGERS AT BOWL #WainwrightBowl

Thursday, March 8, 2 p.m.

Bite into a juicy burger from the Mother Lode Cafe at Nugget Lanes Bowling Center. Enjoy $5 burgers every Wednesday, no other purchase necessary.

CLASSIC BITES AT THE ZONE #WainwrightZone Looking for a quick bite to eat? Or maybe you’re wanting to have a few drinks with friends. The Warrior Zone is where you’ll find a wide selection of diner-style appetizers and entrées, as well as over 20 beers on tap. While you’re eating, kick back and watch your favorite team on one of the many televisions that line the Zone.

It’s the perfect place to unwind!

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LIVE SIMPLY #WainwrightACS

Thursday, February 8, 2 p.m.

Simple Tips to Make Yogurt, Keifer, and Fermented Vegetables

EAT HEALTHY #WainwrightACS Health Nut March 19, 11 – 11:30 a.m.

Parents are the biggest influence in their child’s life —and that includes food choices. Join the ACS Exceptional Family Member Program at the Last Frontier Community Activity Center for presentations that focus on diet, nutrition, and activity initiatives to keep your family healthy.

THE SLICE OF LIFE #WainwrightLibrary Pi(e) Day March 14, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Celebrate the appropriately-named Pi(e) Day with the Post Library! Stop by anytime during the day on 3.14 and tell us what your favorite flavor of pie is, and be entered to win an entire pie!

DELICIOUS. TASTY.

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

Family SAVE THE DATE #ArmyMOMC

READY, SET, PLAY!

Month of the Military Child

Family Fun Game Nights #WainwrightLFCAC

April is the Month of the Military Child, and each year Fort Wainwright Family and MWR likes to recognize the brave and resilient children that make up Army Families. Join in on the fun on Saturday, April 21 for a Medieval party, full of knights and princesses, dragons, and fantasy! Mark your calendars for this free, family-friendly event at the School Age Center.

HIPPITY HOPPITY #WainwrightLFCAC Easter Eggstravaganza March 30, 5 – 7 p.m.

Hop to it this Easter and join in on the fun at the Last Frontier Community Activity Center! Help the Easter Bunny find hidden eggs, then bounce in the houses, play a free game on laser tag, and get your picture with the Easter Bunny.

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Every first and third Thursday of each month, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Celebrate times with family twice a month with Family Fun Game Night at the Last Frontier Community Activity Center! Play board games, bounce in the bouce houses, and have a great time with those you love.

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 child’s specific needs. Classes and programs include Grow and Giggle, Jump on Board— Promoting Literacy, Positive Discipline, and a Breastfeeding Support Group, just to name a few.

PAGE TURNER #WainwrightLibrary Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration!

March 2, 5 – 7 p.m.

It’s Dr. Seuss’s birthday! And what better way to celebrate than to throw a party? Let’s be silly, use our imagination, and have fun with games, crafts, cake, and more at the Last Frontier Community Activity Center!

Read and Roll Thursdays, 1:30 – 3 p.m.

The Post Library invites you and your little ones to Read and Roll at Nugget Lanes Bowling Center.

Have fun with sing-a-longs, arts and crafts, wacky science and magic shows, and of course, story time. Don’t miss out on $1 Kid’s Cosmic Bowling and 1/2 price pizzas.

Preschool Story Time Tuesdays, 10 – 10:45 a.m.

YOUTH SPORTS REGISTRATION #WainwrightYouthSports Summer Sports Registration March is the time to register your child for the Youth Sports Summer 2018 Season.

(Summer Season dates: May 14 - July 14, 2018).

Registration for Summer Sports runs March 1 – 30 at Parent Central Services. To register, you must have a current CYS registration. Contact Parent Central Services to find out more.

Baseball Ages 5-13

Developmental Baseball Ages 3-4

Ages 5-18

$55 per child

Track & Field Ages 3-4

WE’LL WATCH THE KIDS #WainwrightCYS

Swimming

Are you needing some time for yourself?

How about a date night? Let the staff at the Child Development Center and the School Age Center help you out with an afternoon or evening of child care for just $20 per child. Let us lend a hand on January 27 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., February 23 from 6:30 – 10:30 p.m., and again on March 23 from 6:30 – 10:30 p.m.

$25 per child

Track & Field

Dive into the world of reading every Tuesday with the Post Library! Explore a different theme and discover the magic that lies in a story.

Let us watch the kids— take some “me” time

$55 per child

$25 per child

Fishing Ages 5-18

Ages 5-18

$65 per child

$65 per child

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. Coaches also receive free registration for the first child, and discounted rates thereafter.

Moosercise Child Exercise and Play Program Exercise is a-moose-ing! Don’t miss out on this fun program for your child (ages 18 months to 5 years old), where parents and children meet six times per month on Mondays and Wednesdays for physical fitness in a fun and safe environment.

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

Fun GET READY TO LAUGH #WainwrightZone

RELEASE YOUR INNER ARTIST #WainwrightLFCAC

Daniel Dugar & Friends Comedy Tour

Paint and Pour

January 25, 7:30 p.m.

January 28, February 18, March 25, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Get ready for a night of gut busting comedy!

Daniel Dugar, JJ Williamson, and Darren Frost are ready to deliver hard-hitting comedy that is right on the money. Armed Forces Entertainment presents the comedy trio for a one-night only show at the Warrior Zone. This show is free and open to all DoD ID Cardholders, 18 years of age and older.

Amaze yourself. Come enjoy your favorite glass of wine and leave with a hand-painted masterpiece. 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! Must be 21 years of age or older to attend this event.

NOW THAT’S FUNNY

SUPER BOWL 2018 It’s game day, baby!

Super Bowl LII at the Warrior Zone February 4, 9 a.m.

Get a front row seat on all of the action at this year’s Super Bowl. Watch as the NFL’s top two teams battle it out on the field. Enjoy ice cold brews, food and drink specials, giveaways, and more at this year’s game.

Super Bowl-ing Party February 4, 11 a.m.

Watch the big game from any of the 32 bowling lanes, or from the Gold Rush Lounge. We’ll be giving away prizes all game long, with party platters and food specials throughout the day.

HIGH INTENSITY LASER TAG #WainwrightLFCAC Spring Break Laser Tag

March 12 – 15, 3 – 7 p.m., March 16, 3 – 8 p.m.

Take advantage of the break from school and head on over to the Laser Tag Arena inside of the Last Frontier Community Activity Center! The Arena will be open all week during Spring Break, and will have special hours just for you! Games are just $5, or $4 per person for groups of 4 or more. Remember that you can even buy a 15-game punch card for $45.

St. Patty’s Laser Tag March 16, 3 – 8 p.m.

Quick! We must capture the leprechaun and his pot of gold to bring us all luck!

Save some green, too by cashing in on a game for just $4 per person.

REACH FOR STARS #WainwrightLFCAC Planetarium, an Adventure in our Skies March 13, 5 – 7 p.m.

Explore the far reaches of our galaxy and beyond! Experts from the University of Alaska Fairbanks will guide you through our galaxy, the stars, planets, and Aurora.

Create cool space crafts while you learn about our planet’s surroundings at this family-friendly event at the Last Frontier Community Activity Center.

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

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Strike Up Some Fun! NUGGET LANES BOWLING CENTER IS RIGHT UP YOUR ALLEY #WainwrightBowl With league nights and themed games available daily, a tasty diner, and refreshing drinks from the fullystocked bar, 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 party nights, where the music is pumping and the party never ends. Check out all of the fun we have planned for this season!

FUN DAYS

RED PIN CHALLENGE

Sunday Funday

Bowlmance Romance

Sundays, 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

February 14, 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Grab your friends and family and head on down to Nugget Lanes! Parties of up to 6 can enjoy 90 minutes of unlimited bowling, shoe rentals, a 1-topping pizza, and a pitcher of soda for just $40!

Love is in the air... flowers, chocolate, and... bowling? That’s right! Spend this Valentine’s Day with your loved one and reminisce of those special first dates. Knock down front row red pins and you’re going to not only walk away with the love of you life, but also a prize! Enjoy food and drink specials, too!

Winter Break PIN-Sanity

December 26 – 29, and January 2 – 4, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Enjoy the long break at Nugget Lanes Bowling Center!

During Winter Break, Students under 18 years of age can enjoy $5 bowling! This includes 2 games, shoes, and a small drink. Show your receipt at the Mother Lode Cafe and get a large pizza for only $9!

BOwl-GO Monday January 15, 11 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Shamrock Shimmerie March 17, 9 p.m. – Midnight Grab you lucky charm and celebrate this St. Patrick’s Day with Red Pin Bowling!

With food specials from the Mother Lode Cafe, and special prizes for knocking down front row red pins, the Luck o’ the Irish is sure to be on your side!

Buy One, Get One on all games during the federal observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, January 15.

Spring Break PIN-Sanity March 12–16, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

School is out and it’s time to celebrate!

During Spring Break, Students under 18 years of age can enjoy $5 bowling! This includes 2 games, shoes, and a small drink.

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

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Snowy Adventures QUESTFEST ‘18 Yukon Quest Viewing Party Saturday, February 3, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Dog mushing is a classic sport in Alaska.

In fact, it’s Alaska’s official sport! The Yukon Quest 1,000 Mile International Sled Dog Race gets its name from the “highway of the north,” which is the Yukon River and the historical winter land routes traveled by prospectors, adventurers and mail and supply carriers traveling between the gold fields of the Klondike and those in the Alaskan interior.

Gather around the trail and cheer as the canine athletes set off on their 1,000-mile long journey from Fairbanks to Whitehorse, Canada.

With both snowy and indoor activities for the entire family, this is truly an Alaskan experience you won’t want to miss.

CHENA BEND WINTER ACTIVITIES CENTER #WainwrightChenaBend

FUN

Explore the Cross-Country and Snowshoeing Trails Have you gotten out and explored the groomed trails that wind through the open fields and forests of Chena Bend Winter Activities Center (known as Chena Bend Golf Course in the summertime)? Our trails are perfect for crosscountry skiing and snowshoeing, and offer beautiful winter views of the boreal forest, Chena River, and Aurora-filled sky. We offer equipment check-out too, so everyone is welcome!

Photo courtesy of Clair Rosalynde.

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

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Snow Shreddin’ Practically located out your front door, Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Hill is only one of three downhill ski areas in the Army system. The mountain boasts day and night skiing, a thrilling tubing hill, as well as a phenomenal terrain park— the best in Alaska!

Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area offers complete rental packages, ski and snowboard lessons for any skill level, and a mixture of runs catered to different abilities.

Whether you’re an avid downhill enthusiast or new to the sport, the crew at Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area has you covered. Take an easy ride up the chairlift and hit the trails; catch some air in the extensive terrain park, filled with jumps and rails; or wind down the wide, south-facing slopes towards the lodge. Just starting out? Get comfortable on your feet while using the Bunny Hill. Its gradual gradient offers a comfortable learning environment.

Looking for weather and snow condition updates?

Text #WainwrightSki to (206) 929-4040.

MARCH MADNESS #WainwrightSki Mark your calendar: March 23 – 25, 2018 Let the madness begin! As winter draws to a close, we start to get a bit wild! Get out and enjoy the spring snow conditions during the annual March Madness event. Don’t miss out on a weekend full of crazy competitions and events like the snow painting and races, as well as the infamous Pond Skip and Polar Plunge!

For contact information about the activities seen here, visit the Directory on page 30, and 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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Services TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE 24/7 Don’t get stuck out in the cold this winter. Have the Automotive Skills Center Towing Service on speed dial in case of a roadside emergency.

Save these numbers in your phone: (907) 590-1716 or (907) 353-7436 The knowledgeable tow crew is here to assist you with any roadside emergency, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you find yourself stuck in a snow berm or ditch; your battery has died from the cold; or you need a tow to the shop, trust the best: the Automotive Skills Center of Fort Wainwright.

They offer low-cost, 24-hour towing service to all areas of Fort Wainwright, Fairbanks, and North Pole, even on holidays.

SHOP TALK #WainwrightAuto Become knowledgeable with Auto 101 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 appropriate techniques needed to get the job done correctly.

Sunday Basic Maintenance Series

SERVICES

Looking to take your mechanical skills a step 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.

Learn something new each week as Automotive Skills teaches you the ins and outs of vehicle maintenance and repair. Topics covered include oil changes and tuneups, disk brake basics, steering and suspension, and coolant systems.

CERTIFIED TRUST Let us help you get the job done Automotive Skills Center services include but are not limited to:

• Alignment and tire rotation

• Tire mounting and balancing

• Tire repairs

• Heating and air conditioning repair

• Ordering of auto care supplies

• 24-hour tow service, including jump-starts and locksmith

• Complete vehicle winterization

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SPORTS & FITNESS

Sports & Fitness MAD DASH

March Madness Color Trek & Tube Fun Run You won’t blend in the with snow for long when you participate in the Color Trek & Tube Fun Run during Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area’s March Madness festivities! Make a mad dash for the top of the Tubing Hill wearing all white and zoom down in bright colors. More information will become available as the date draws near. Visit our website for more information.

NEW YEAR, NEW YOU #WainwrightFitness Fitness Class Demo Week January 2 – 6 Jump start those New Years resolutions with free classes at the Physical Fitness Center, January 2–6! Try out new classes like FIT Mom, Yoga, BodyShop, and Boot Camp, just to name a few. Bring a friend, find new favorites, and stay healthy throughout the new year.

SPLISH SPLASH #WainwrightSwim Floating obstacle courses now at the Melaven Aquatics Center Have you seen the new Wibits floating around the pool lately? These floating obstacle courses are a blast for any age! Check them out every Saturday at the Melaven Aquatics Center.

STRONGMAN #WainwrightFitness St. Patty’s Day Shamrock Strongman Throwdown March 17

Strength kicks in when luck runs out. Test your strength at the annual St. Patty’s Day Shamrock Strongman Throwdown at the Melaven Fitness Center. Different weight divisions will compete in multiple events, and only 1 will walk away the victor. Register beforehand through the PFC or Melaven Fitness Center.

FOR THE LOVE OF THE GAME #WainwrightSports Intramural Sports Intramural sports are a great way to test your strength, prove your will, and boost your team-building skills!

There are a variety of intramural sports available through the Intramural Program at Fort Wainwright, 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 7, 2018

February 14, 2018

March – May

Volleyball

February 13, 2018

February 21, 2018

March – May

St. Patty’s Day Shamrock Strongman Throwdown

March 7, 2018

March 17, 2018

March 17, 2018

Wiffle Ball Tournament

March 28, 2018

April 4, 2018

April 7, 2018

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 CONNECT WITH OTHER SPOUSES

MOVING AROUND

Spouse to Spouse

Newcomers Orientation to Fort Wainwright

January 11, March 8, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Military Spouses currently living in and around Fort Wainwright are invited to attend Spouse to Spouse, an event created to introduce spouses to other spouses in a comfortable setting.

Discover programs and agencies available to you as a military spouse, and open your eyes to the amazing opportunities that await you in Alaska.

Family Readiness Group (FRG) Trainings Let Army Community Service guide you through all of the aspects that are essential to running a successful Family Readiness Group. Whether you are interested in being a Leader, a Treasurer, or a Key Caller, there is a training tailored specifically for you. Visit the website for more information on each training.

FINANCIALLY STABLE #WainwrightACS

MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS

Mondays, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

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If you just arrived at Fort Wainwright, be sure to add the Personal Financial Management & Budget course to your agenda. This class, held at Army Community Service, is offered to Soldiers on a mandatory basis, but Family Members are also welcome to attend. This training provides in-processing Soldiers with financial planning skills for budgeting, savings, Thrift Savings Plan (401k), and the Blended Retirement System.

BREAK THE SILENCE #WainwrightACS 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. Make your appointment today.

2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

There is so much to learn when you arrive at Fort Wainwright. 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. While at the Information Fair, meet with local providers and find out how you can become a part of the community.

LEVY Briefings January 3, February 7, and March 7, 9 a.m.

If you are moving overseas or back to the Lower 48, then the LEVY / OCONUS Briefing is for you. Learn about pre-move counseling, PCS process procedures, finance entitlements, and more. This class is open to all Active Duty and Family Members.

VOLUNTEERING Looking to volunteer?

Giving back is one of the greatest, most selfless acts of kindness there is. The Fort Wainwright community is always in need of volunteers, whether it be for Youth Sports coaching, manual labor, or community service events, etc. Contact the Employment Readiness Program Manager at (907) 353-4337 for more information.

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 S.A.D.D. (Service Members Against Drunk Driving) wants to bring you home safe.

Call (907) 353-4145 on Fridays and Saturdays, as well as training and federal holidays from 11 p.m. to 3 a.m. for a free ride home.

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Army Community Service (ACS) Automotive Skills Center Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area Chena Bend Golf Course Child Development Center I (CDC I) Child Development Center II (CDC II) CYS Parent Central Services, Family Child Care 8. Last Frontier Community Activity Center (LFCAC) 9. Library 10. Melaven Fitness & Aquatic Center

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11. Murphy Hall, NAF Civilian Personnel, CYS Youth Sports 12. Soldier and Family Assistance Center 13. Army Hotel Holiday Inn Express 14. Nugget Lanes Bowling Center 15. Outdoor Recreation Center 16. Physical Fitness Center 17. School Age Center 18. Warrior Zone 19. Youth Center

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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

Child and Youth Services: Parent Central Services Building 1049 #2 Phone: (907) 353-7713 and (907) 353-7826

Building 3401 Phone: (907) 353-4227

Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday

8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Closed

Automotive Skills Center

Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday

Building 3730 Phone: (907) 353-7436 Tow Service (24/7): (907) 590-1716

Family Child Care

Monday Tuesday - Wednesday Thursday - Friday Saturday Sunday

Monday - 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.

Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area Building 1172 Phone: (907) 353-1998

Monday - Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

Closed 1 – 9 p.m.

11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

B.O.S.S. Program (Better Opportunities for Single Service Members) Building 1045 #31 Phone: (907) 353-7648

Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday

9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Closed

Building 2090 Phone: (907) 353-6223

Monday - Thursday Friday - Saturday Sunday

8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Closed

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

8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Closed

Last Frontier Community Activity Center Building 1044 Phone: (907) 353-7755

Monday - Thursday 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 Monday - Wednesday Closed Thursday 3 – 6 p.m.

Friday 3 – 8 p.m.

Saturday 1 – 8 p.m.

Sunday 1 – 5 p.m.

Library

Chena Bend Clubhouse Closed 11 a.m. –8 p.m.

9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Child Development Center 1 (CDC 1) Building 4024 Phone: (907) 361-4190

Building 3700 Phone: (907) 353-2642 Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Friday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Sunday Closed

Melaven Fitness Center Building 3452 Phone: (907) 353-1994 Gym Monday - Friday Saturday Sunday

5 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.

10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Closed

Child Development Center 2 (CDC 2)

Aquatics Center Lap Swim:

Monday - Friday 6 – 8 a.m.

Saturday 11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Sunday Closed

Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday

Open Swim:

Tuesday – Friday

Saturday

Sunday – Monday

Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday

6 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Closed

Building 4176 Phone: (907) 361-9056

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Appointments available 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

6 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Closed

11 a.m. –2:30 p.m., 4 – 7:30 p.m.

12:30 – 5:30 p.m.

Closed

NAF Civilian Personnel

School Support Services

Building 1045 Phone: (907) 353-6356

Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday

Building 1045 Phone: (907) 353-9377 7:30 – 11:30 a.m., 12:30 – 4 p.m.

Closed

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

Monday - Tuesday Wednesday - Thursday Friday - Saturday Sunday

Closed 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.

11 a.m. – 1 a.m.

9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Gold Rush Lounge Monday - Tuesday Wednesday - Thursday Friday - Saturday Sunday

Closed 4 – 10 p.m.

4 p.m. – 1 a.m.

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.

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

Monday Tuesday - Saturday Sunday

Closed 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Closed

Physical Fitness Center Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday

5:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.

9 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Ice Skating Rink Recreational Skate:

Monday, Wednesday

Tuesday, Thursday

Friday

Saturday, Sunday

11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Closed 5:30 – 7:45 p.m.

1:30 – 4 p.m.

Hockey Skate:

Monday, Wednesday

Tuesday, Thursday

Friday

Saturday, Sunday

Closed 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

8 – 9 p.m.

4:15 – 6 p.m.

Private Organization Advisor Building 1045 Phone: (907) 353-7615

8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Closed

School Age Center Building 4166 Phone: (907) 361-7394

Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday

9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Closed

Unit Funds Building 1045 Phone: (907) 353-7715 Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday

8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Closed

Warrior Zone Building 3205 Phone: (907) 353-1087 Gaming Monday - Thursday Friday - Saturday Sunday

4 – 11 p.m.

4 p.m. – 1 a.m.

12 – 9 p.m.

Sports Bar Monday - Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

5 – 10:30 p.m.

Closed 5 – 10:30 p.m.

4:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.

2:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.

9 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Youth Center

Building 3709 Phone: (907) 353-7223

Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday

Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday

6 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Closed

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 Building 1049 #2 Phone: (907) 353-7482 Effective until January 27 (in-between sports seasons): Monday - Thursday 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Friday Closed Saturday On location Sunday Closed Effective January 28 – February 11 (during sports season): Monday - Friday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

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