Features March 2016

http://wainwright.armymwr.com/ Directorate of Family & Morale, Welfare & Recreation USAG: FORT WAINWRIGHT VOLUME 3, ISSUE 3 | March 2016

MARCH

Birch Hill Ski and Snowboard Area

MADNESS

*MARCH

25 - 27

NOON - 7:30PM

*ALTERNATE DATES (18-20 MARCH) DEPENDING ON WEATHER CONDITIONS

Daily Competitions for Prizes and Bragging Rights: Rail Jam Session, Slopestyle and Big Air Family friendly activities for all ages Call 353-1998 for Polar PlungeVisit us at http://wainwright.armymwr.com/ more information. http:// Live Entertainment with DJ Boom wainwright. armymwr.com/

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SPICING THINGS UP FOR SPRING

Visit us online at http://wainwright.armymwr.com/

March 12 2pm-4pm Join the LFCAC for our annual Chili Cook-Off! The 4 categories:

- All Around Best - Best Spicy - Secret Ingredient - The People’s Choice

First Place in each category will be awarded 1 hour of Unlimited Laser Tag worth $75 and an additional prize.

Come taste and vote for the Peoples Choice Award and enter to win a door prize! Those that wish to enter a chili into the competition need to fill out a registration form and drop it by the LFCAC to receive Chili Cook-Off rules. Even if you don’t wish to enter a submission, we encourage you to come and enjoy the festivities!

For additional information, call 353-7755.

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$5 COVER at Warrior Zone Bldg 3205, Santiago Ave. Must be at least 18 years old and a DoD card holder Doors open at 1630. For more information call: 353-1087 Visit us at http://wainwright.armymwr.com/

DODGEBALL

TOURNAMENT

Coaches Meeting March 16th, 2016, 1400hrs Physical Fitness Center Tournament Format, Entry, Rules, Schedule will be discussed Tournament Dates March 26th, 2016

INTRAMURAL

WIFFLE BALL

Coaches Meeting March 2nd, 2016, 1400hrs

Physical Fitness Center League Information, Entry, Rules and Schedule will be Discussed Season Dates April - June, 2016 Eligibility: Open to all companies, batteries or battalions assigned or attached to Fort

Wainwright, Alaska that includes active duty personnel and their family members, retired military and their family members and DoD civilian personnel. All participants must possess a valid DOD (Army) or AAFES I.D. card and work or reside on post. I. D. cards will be checked.

Registration and more information contact the PFC: 353-7294 or (7223)

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WARRIOR ZONE EVENTS ARE FREE. WARRIOR ZONE MUST BE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OLD AND A DOD CARD HOLDER

PHONE: 353-1087 BLDG 3205 SANTIAGO AVE

MONTHLY POOL TOURNAMENT

MONTHLY TEXAS HOLDEM TOURNAMENT

MONTHLY TABLE TENNIS TOURNAMENT

MARCH 4 & 19, 2016

SATURDAY, MARCH 26, 2016

7 PM

7 PM

Visit us online at http://wainwright.armymwr.com/ SATURDAY MARCH 12, 2016

7 PM

EVERY MONDAY MOVIE MARATHON THE MOVIES OF THE WEEK WILL BE POSTED IN begins at Single elimination tournament.

Sign up THE GAME 7 PM AND 9 PMare free events.

6pm andROOM ends 5atPM, 6:50pm.

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Top three winners receive prizes. Must be at least GAME 18 yearsNIGHT old and a DoD card holder BOARD EVERY SUNDAY 12-9 PM BOARD GAMES WITH FRIENDS. PHONE: 353-1087 BLDG 3205 SANTIAGO AVE

EVERY TUESDAY TRIVIA!

7 PM COMPETE WITH OTHER TEAMS FOR PRIZES. THREE ROUNDS OF TEN QUESTIONS. MAXIMUM TEAMS OF 5.

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OUTDOOR RECREATION’S March Trips

ICE CLIMBING

March 5th 8am-6pm Location: Fox or Dragon Fly Falls Price: $50

FRIDAY NIGHT FAMILY SKI AND HOT CHOCOLATE

March 11th

5:30-8pm

Location: Glass Park Price: $10

WHITE MOUNTAINS XC SKI DAY March 12th

9am-5pm

STILES CREEK SNOWMACHINE TRIP March 19th 8am-5pm Location: Stiles Creek Price: $80

WOMEN IN THE WILDERNESS: FAT BIKE TO HOODOO BREWERY March 25th 5-8pm Location: ODR to Hoodoo Brewing Price: $20

Location: The White Mountains Price: $45

WHITE MOUNTAINS SNOWMACHINE TRIP

GEORGE LAKE OVERNIGHT ICE FISHING TRIP

Morning: 8am-5pm Location: White Mountains Price: $80

March 12th - 13th 8am-5pm

Location: George Lake Price: $300 Register no later than Feb 26th *Alaskan Fishing License Required

March 26th

FAMILY ICE FISHING March 26th 9am-4pm Location: Chena Lakes Price: $25

*Alaskan Fishing License Required

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

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GO. EXPLORE.

Feeling Lucky R Ya? Strength Kicks In When Luck Runs Out! Test Your Strength For The Pot Of Gold!!

Saint Patty’s Day Shamrock Throwdown Saturday, March 19th, 2016 Melaven Fitness Center

11 am

Log Clean & Press 1 Rep Max Keg & Sled Medley Axle Deadlift 1 Rep Max, Farmer’s & Sandbag Carry Medley Atlas Stone Over Bar For Reps

Participant Meeting:

March 17th, 2016, 1400hrs at Physical Fitness Center

Registration: Registration will be Online at Active.com Search Saint Patty’s Day Strongman Throwdown Fort Wainwright. $10

Divisions: LW Men - 175lbs and under, MW Men - 175-200lbs , HW Men - 200-230lbs, SHW Men - 231lbs and up LW Women - 140lbs and under, MW Women - 140lbs and up *Will combine classes if under 3 Strongman Comp.

Eligibility: Tournament is open to all companies, batteries or battalions assigned or attached to Fort Wainwright, Alaska that includes active duty personnel and their family members, retired military and their family members and DoD civilian personnel.

All participants must possess a valid DOD (Army) or AAFES I.D. card and work or reside on post. I.D. cards will be checked.

Registration and more information call: 353-7294 or (7223) Sponsored in part by:

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NUGGET LANES BOWLING CENTER MARCH EVENTS MARCH MADNESS!

Wed – Fri, 11am – 5 pm

ALL MONTH LONG, Play your first game for $3, your second game for $2 and your third game for $1. Not available Friday & Saturday during Cosmic Bowl or Special Events.

Regular shoe rental rates apply.

THE GREAT BIG BEACH BOWL PARTY!

Sat, Mar 19th, 8 pm -12:30am

Join us as we shake off the shackles of Winter in the Interior! Spring begins March 20th and we’re going to welcome her in with style! DJ, Cosmic Bowl, food & drink specials, TikiHut, door prizes! Dress for fun in the sun! $15.00 per person. Reservations recommended. Regular shoe rental rates apply.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY

Thur, Mar 17th 5 – 9pm

“Lets all wear green bowling” Wear something green and get your shoe rental for free.

COSMIC BOWL

Fri & Sat 9 pm - 12:30 am

SPRING LEAGUE SIGN-UP

Sign-up now for 10 week Spring League starting March 16th and each Wednesday at 6:30 pm.

SOCK MONKEY DAY Sat, Mar 5th

Bring your stuffed sock monkey or something you wear that has a sock monkey on it and get 1 free game per person. Regular shoe rental rates apply.

FAMILY FUN TIME Sun, Mar 13th

Welcome Daylight Savings Time with 2 hours of bowling for up to 6 people for only $25. Regular shoe rental rates apply.

MOTHERLODE CAFÉ SPECIAL

Pulled-Pork Basket! $10.00 Pulled-Pork Basket featuring hickory smoked pulled-pork served on a Kaiser bun with pickles, coleslaw, and a fountain drink.

Join us for an awesome entertainment GOLDRUSH LOUNGE Drink special,Bikini experience! Stylish Cosmic Martini!

Bowling is a total sensory overload, Featuring Malibu Coconut and an unforgettably good time!

Rum, Vodka, Pineapple Juice, & Reservations recommended.

Grenadine! Enjoy our special ROCK’N’BOWL SATURDAY Wednesday’s After Work Hungry Hour, 5 - 7 PM. Half-price select NIGHTS! appetizers change weekly!

Saturdays, 9 pm - 12:30 am

DJ, Dancing, Karaoke and FUN!

NUGGET LANES BOWLING BLDG 3702 907-353-2654 8

GREAT BIG

BEACH BOWL PART Y

Join us on Saturday, March 19th from 8pm to 12:30am as we shake off the shackles of Winter in the Interior! $15.00 per person; reservations recommended. Regular Shoe rental rates apply.

DJ, Food & Drink Specials, Cosmic Bowl, Tiki Hut and Door Prizes.

Call 353-2654 for more information.

Visit us online at http://wainwright.armymwr.com/

SPRING Leagues!

SIGN-UP NOW FOR 10 WEEK SPRING LEAGUE MARCH 18-20 MAY 2016. EACH WEDNESDAY AT 6:30 PM. $10 PER WEEK (10 WEEKS) INCLUDES 3 GAMES AND SHOE RENTAL..

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WINTER CLASSES AT MELAVEN FITNESS CENTER INTERVAL CONDITIONING Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays, 11:30 a.m.

Class Fee: $3 per class BASIC STRENGTH & CONDITIONING Tuesday, Thursday, 4:15 p.m. 5:15 p.m.

Class Fee: $3 per class

STRENGTH & CONDITIONING Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays 2:15 p.m., 5:15 p.m., 6:15 p.m.

Class Fee: $3 per class STRENGTH & CONDITIONING ORIENTATION Tuesday: 6:15 p.m., Thursday: 12 p.m.

MELAVEN PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 353-1994.

WINTER CLASSES AT THE PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER HOUR OF POWER: GROUP STRENGTH Tuesdays & Thursdays: 12 to 12:45 p.m.

Class Fee: $3 per class

GROUP CYCLING Tuesdays and Thursdays: 9:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Saturdays: 10 a.m.

SPORTS & FITNESS All events and activities are held in Building 3709. For more information, call 353-7223.

Visit us at http://wainwright.armymwr.com/

Open Ice Skating 1330-1600 Daily March 12-20 Physical Fitness Center No lunch hour skating during Spring Break.

For more information, call 353-7223.

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$6 or 2 punches off a punch card Wear your green attire in honor of the holiday and join us for a special 2-hour spin class. Limited to the first 28 who sign up. For more information, call 353-7223.

MARCH 12, 1000-1200 PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER

Birch Lake Ice Fishing March 19th

Cost: $25 Registration Deadline:

4 March Max 10.

Open to all BOSS Soldiers

(Single/Single with Dependants/Geobachelors)

Transportation and gear included.

Valid fishing license is required For more information find your BOSS rep or contact BOSS at 907.353.7648

Snow Machine Trip

March 5

April 2

Cost: $45 Registration Deadline: 19 Feb. Max 6.

18 March. Max 6.

Limited space available. Transportation and gear included.

Open to all BOSS Soldiers (Single/Single with Dependants/Geobachelors)

For more information find your BOSS rep or contact BOSS at 907.353.7648

Visit us online at http://wainwright.armymwr.com/

Spring Break

Laser Tag March 14-18 Monday - Thursday 3-7pm and Friday 3-8pm $5 /person/game. $4 /person in a group of 4 or more paid in one transaction. $45 punch card with 15 punches (1 punch = 1 person).

St. Patrick’s Day March 17 1500-1900 Easter Laser Tag and Bounce House

Laser Tag

March 24 1500-1900

FREE Pictures with the Easter Bunny!

Easter Themed Laser Tag Game with special pricing of $4/person/game.

Bonus of Bouncy house for kids FREE Open to all DoD Card holders 18 + older only. LFCAC, Bldg. 1044

For more information call 353-7755

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4-H PHOTO EXHIBIT We invite you to stop by

March 14 - 18. 7am-6pm

SAS

SPRING

CAMP

MARCH 14-18 0700-1800

FOR YOUTH IN GRADES K–6 School is out for Spring Break. Parents are encouraged to sign up their children (K-6th Grades) for five days of academic learning and fun activities.

In order to participate, your child must be registered with Child Youth & School Services (CYSS)

SCHOOL AGE CENTER Bldg.4166 361-7394

Children’s 4-H Club photos will be displayed throughout the Fort Wainwright community and within the School Age Center facility, Bldg. 4166, Neely Rd. For more information, call 361-7394.

Visit us at http://wainwright.armymwr.com/ To register, call 353-7713. For information on specific classes, call 353-3220.

SIGN UP TODAY!

MOOSERCISE Survivor Outreach Services

Gold Star Spouses’ Day Saturday, March 19, 2016 Birch Hill Ski Area To honor and recognize their sacrifice,

Gold Star Family Members 18 MONTHS - 36 MONTHS Monday & Wednesdays 10 - 10:45 am or Tuesdays & Thursdays 5 to 5:45 pm 3 YEARS - 5 YEARS Mondays & Wednesdays 11 - 11:45 am or Tuesdays & Thursdays 6 to 6:45 pm

Have been authorized

Sessions located at the SKIES Unlimited Lower Level in BLDG 1045 $45/Month

Exciting and energetic exercise program available to promote your child’s physical fitness in a fun and safe environment.

Any questions regarding this program, please call (907) 353-7482 or (907) 590-2010

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Front-of-the-Line Passes

Free Tubing Hill and Lift Tickets Remembering the Fallen Honoring their Survivors

For more information, call 353-4004.

Survivor Outreach Services is an TOTAL ARMY STRONG COMMITMENT: Keeping the Promise For more information, visit MyARMYOneSource.com, click on “Family Programs and Services” for the Surviving Families link.

YOUTH OUTDOOR ARCHERY

YOUTH ROCK CLIMBING

Archery

For more information please call 907-353-7482.

REGISTRATION 8-14 yrs

Registration Deadline April 4 - 15

$45

Season Dates: 31 May - 28 June

REGISTRATION Rock Climbing

9-18 yrs $55

Registration March 12 to April 1

Season Dates: April 5 to May 10

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

For a full CYSS Registration, please bring: current shot record, DoD ID card, 2 emergency contacts, and a current sports physical to Parent Central Services, BLDG 1049, Apt 2.

For more information on registration call 907-353-7713.

For a full CYSS Registration, please bring: current shot record, DoD ID card, 2 emergency contacts, and a current sports physical to Parent Central Services, BLDG 1049, Apt 2.

For more information on registration call 907-353-7713.

For any questions please call 907-353-7482.

Visit us online at http://wainwright.armymwr.com/

ABUSE. SADD

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 (907)231-7272 (24/7).

MFLC 907-

Military & Family Life Consultants

388-2553

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

SOLDIERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING

353-6610 For a free ride home.

Brought to you by Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers.

Weekend Hours: Friday and Saturday, 2300 to 0400

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Fort Wainwright Family and MWR Facilities

FAMILY AND MWR FACILITIES HOURS OF OPERATION 1 ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE Bldg. 3401, p 353-4227 M-F 0730-1600 Sa-Su Closed Family Resource Center M-F 0800-1600

2 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

3 BIRCH HILL SKI & SNOWBOARD AREA Bldg. 1172, p 353-1998 F-Su 1200-1930

4 CHENA BEND GOLF LODGE Bldg.2090, p 353-6223 F-Su 1100-2000

5 CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER I (CDC I) Bldg. 4024, p 361-4190 M-F 0600-1800 Sa-Su Closed

6 CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER II (CDC II) Bldg 4176, p 361-9056 Closed

7 CYSS PARENT CENTRAL SERVICES Bldg. 1049 #2 p 353-7713/7826 M-F 0800-1700 1300-1400 Closed Sa, Su Closed

9 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

10 LIBRARY Bldg. 3700, p 353-2642 M-F 1000-1600 Sa, Su Closed Holidays Closed

11 MELAVEN FITNESS CENTER Bldg. 3452, p 353-1994 Mo-Fri: 0500-2030 Sa 1000-1800 Su Closed MELAVEN SWIM CENTER Bldg. 3452, p 353-1994 Tue-Fri 0500-0800 1100-1500 Saturday (Lessons & Lap Swim only) 1145-1230 Open Swim: 1230-1730 Su, M Closed

12 8 FISCHER SKEET RANGE Bldg. 1171, p 353-7688 Call for reservations 353-7688

NAF CIVILIAN PERSONNEL Bldg. 1045, p 353-6356 M-F 0730-1130 1230-1600 Sat, Su Closed

15 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

16 OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER (ORC) Bldg. 4050, p 361-6349 Tue-Sat 1100-1900 Sun-Mon Closed

17 PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER (PFC) Bldg. 3709, p 353-7223 M-F 0530-2130 Sa, Su 0900-1900 PFC ICE RINK M-Th 1130-1300 Fri: 1730-1945 Sa, Su: 1330-1600

12 PRIVATE ORGANIZATION ADVISOR Bldg. 1045, p 353-7765 M-F 0800-1700 Sa, Su Closed

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

13 SOLDIER FAMILY ASSISTANCE CENTER (SFAC) Bldg. 3414, p 353-7322 M-F 0800-1600 Sa, Su Closed

12 SCHOOL SUPPORT SERVICES Bldg. 1045, Rm. 27 p 353-9377 M-F 0900-1800 Sa-Su Closed

12 UNIT FUNDS Bldg. 1045, p 353-7765 M-F 0800-1700 Sa-Su Closed

19 WARRIOR ZONE Bldg. 3205, p 353-1087 GAMING M-Th 1600-2300 F-Sa 1600-0100 Su 1200-2100 SPORTS BAR M-Th 1700-2230 W Closed F-Sa 1630-0030 Su 1200-2030

20 YOUTH CENTER Bldg. 4109, p 361-5437 M-Fr 1400-2000 Sat, Su Closed \

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

MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD 2 APRIL 2016 SCHOOL AGE CENTER

HEALTH AND WELLNESS FAIR 9 APRIL 2016 PFC

VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION NOMINATION APRIL 2016

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