F&MWR FEATURES: September 2015

http://wainwright.armymwr.com/ Directorate of Family & Morale, Welfare & Recreation USAG: FORT WAINWRIGHT VOLUME 2, ISSUE 9 | September 2015

LFCAC SALSA COMPETITION PAGE 2

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SEPT. 12, 2015 1 – 3PM

LFCAC, BLDG. 1044

JOIN US FOR OUR 5TH ANNUAL SALSA MAKING COMPETITION!

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ALL AROUND BEST, BEST SPICY, MOST UNIQUE, AND THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE. First place winners in all four categories will receive recognition. Even if you don’t enter, we encourage you to come and enjoy the festivities!

THOSE THAT WISH TO ENTER A SALSA INTO THE COMPETITION MUST FILL OUT A REGISTRATION FORM AND DROP IT BY THE LFCAC TO RECEIVE OFFICIAL RULES. Forms are available at the LFCAC Front Desk. For more information, call 353-7755.

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Boys and Girls Ages 6-15

Registration will be from 5:30 to 6 pm at Engineer Field or register online at

http://www.nflppk.com/competitions/REGISTER/INDEX/ Please bring a valid birth certificate for age verification.

For more information please call Youth Sports & Fitness 907-353-7482.

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Athletes: Carli-Bengals, Taylor-Vikings, T-RAC-Titans, Hillary-Ravens, Kate-Titans, Molly-Chiefs, Viktor-Vikings, and Crystal-Colts.

Date: 11 September 2015 Time: 2000-2100 Location: Warrior Zone Bldg 3205 Date, Time and Location subject to change. See ArmedForcesEntertainment.com

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

PHONE: 353-1087 BLDG 3205 SANTIAGO AVE

BOARD GAME NIGHT EVERY SUNDAY 12-9 PM BOARD GAMES WITH FRIENDS.

EVERY MONDAY MOVIE MARATHON THE MOVIES OF THE WEEK WILL BE POSTED IN THE GAME ROOM 5 PM, 7 PM AND 9 PM

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

MONTHLY POOL TOURNAMENT SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 & 19, 2015 7 PM

MONTHLY TEXAS HOLDEM TOURNAMENT SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2015 7 PM

MONTHLY TABLE TENNIS TOURNAMENT SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2015 7 PM 5

Outdoor Recreation’s September 2015 Trips

INTRO TO BELAY CLASS Sep 3,10, 17, 24 5:30 pm to 7 pm Location: ODR Price: FREE

DOLLAR CLIMB

Sep 4 10 am to 6 pm Location: ODR Price: $1 per person

BUDDY CLIMB

Sep 4, 11, 18, 25 10 am to 6 pm Location: ODR Price: $4 per person with a buddy

FRIDAY NIGHT FAMILY FRISBEE GOLF

Sep 18 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm Location: TBD Price: $10 for adults, $5 for children 14 years old and under

CLEARWATER SILVER SALMON FISHING

Sep 18, 19, 20, 21 10 am to 5 pm Location: Delta Clearwater Campground Price: $80

FRIDAY NIGHT FAMILY ARCHERY

VOLUNTEER DEVELOPMENT DAY CLIMBING

REINDEER HILLS OVERNIGHT FALL FLOAT

PACK RAFTING ADVENTURE

Sep 4 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm Location: ODR Price: $5

Sep 5 to 6 8 am to 6 pm Location: Nenana River Price: $200

WOMAN IN THE WILDERNESS: MT. PRINDLE OVERNIGHT

Sep 12 to 13 8 am to 6 pm Location: Mt. Prindle, White Mountains Price: $85

GULKANA GLACIER HIKE Sep 12 7:30 am to 6 pm Location: Alaskan Range Price: $45

ROCK CLIMBING

Sep 12 9 am to 5 pm Location: Grapefruit Rocks Price: $30

Sep 19 9 am to 5 pm Location: Grapefruit Rocks Price: Free to those that have volunteered a minimum of 3 times with ODR Sep 20 7 am to 6 pm Location: TBD Price: $70

PINNELL MOUNTAIN TRAIL HIKE Sep 20 8:30 am to 6 pm Location: Pinnell Mountain Price: $45

QUARTZ CREEK ATV TRIP

Sep 26 8 am to 5 pm Location: Quartz Creek Trail – ATV Safety course for this trip on September 13th at 1pm Price: $80

FAMILY ARCHERY

Sep 27 12 pm to 4 pm Location: ODR Price: $10

GO. EXPLORE.

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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Spend a night out in the Tundra surrounded by Caribou, Dall Sheep, Moose, rock tors, streams, and mountain peaks as we take a hike in the White Mountains Mt Prindle area. We will meet up at Outdoor Recreation at 8am on Saturday the 12th and drive to the trailhead where we will hike in to our beautiful streamside camp spot. For those with energy to spare we will make a run at the summit of Mt. Prindle. After a night out under the stars we will return to our vehicle the next day where we should still be able to pick some blue berries and cranberries. Outdoor Recreation will provide transportation, tents, backpacks, sleeping bags and pads, and all food for the trip.

AUTO SKILLS WINTERIZATION SPECIAL COMPLETE WINTERIZATION AS LOW AS $160 AUGUST 1ST - OCTOBER 31ST **DEPENDS ON LABOR AND PARTS USED.

GO. EXPLORE. Don’t wait for the sub-zero temperatures to arrive before you prepare your vehicle for winter.

Let theForexperienced staff and at the AutoYour Skills Complete Trip Details to Reserve Spot,Center Call us at 361-2175/361-2652 or stop by the perform the work for you Outdoor Recreation Center, Bldg. 4050.

LET US DO THE WORK

DO THE WORK YOURSELF

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NUGGET LANES BOWLING CENTER HOURS EFFECTIVE 16 SEPTEMBER

BOWLING M-T W, Th F Sa Su

GOLD RUSH LOUNGE

Closed 1100-2200 1100-0100 1100-0100 1100-2100

Wed-Fri Saturday Sunday

M-T W-Th F-Sa Su

Closed 1700-2200 1500-0100 1500-2100

MOTHER LODE CAFE M-T W-Th F Sa Su

Closed 1100-1400 1600-2100 1100-2300 1200-2300 1200-2000

GAME BOWLING

1100 – 1700 After 1700 1100-0100 1100-2100

TIME BOWLING

$18.00 per Hour/Lane

$2.75 per Game $3.75 per Game $3.75 per Game $3.75 per Game

BOWLING SHOES REQUIRED

WIN-A-GAME BOWLING! Starting September 16th Wed – Fri, 11am – 2pm Join us for lunch. Try your skills at Red-Pin Bowling. Just $2.75 per game! Regular shoe rental rates apply.

COSMIC BOWL Starting September 18th

Fri & Sat 9pm - 12:30am.

Join us for an awesome entertainment experience!

Stylish Cosmic Bowling is a total sensory overload, and an unforgettably good time!

Reservations recommended.

$2.75 per Pair

NATIONAL CHEESEBURGER DAY! Friday September 18th

Hot off the grill and ready for our Build-Your-OwnBurger Bar. Get ‘em all day for only $10.00 with fries and a fountain drink.

ROCK’N’BOWL SATURDAY NIGHTS! Starting September 19th

DJ, Dancing, Karaoke and FUN! 9PM – 12:30AM

NUGGET LANES BOWLING BLDG 3702 907-353-2654 8

BOSS Anchorage Trip

September 4-7 October 9-12 November 26-29 Open to all BOSS Soldiers (Single/Single with Dependants/Geobachelors) Limited space available. A memo is required.

Cost $25, Transportation and Lodging included.

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

FISHING IN SEWARD, ALASKA

September: 6-9 Registration Deadline: One week prior to the trip leaving This is great chance for all those with a love for fishing!

All soldiers who attend will be required to have a fishing license, and pay for their own meals. Open to all FWW Active Duty Soldiers.

Contact your B.O.S.S. representative as soon as possible.

353-7648

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

WINTER IS COMING...

Winter Bowling Leagues at Nugget Lanes

Mixed Leagues Mens Leagues Womens Leagues Youth Bag & Ball We’ll be hosting them all right here at your family fun center, Nugget Lanes Bowling Center!

Sign-up by phone, or stop by for information and registration starting August 26.

For more information, call (907) 353-2654 or stop by Bldg 3702.

Interested in being a

VOLUNTEER YOUTH COACH FOR BASKETBALL OR SOCCER COACH WITH YOUTH SPORTS & FITNESS? BENEFITS:

HEAD COACHES AND ASSISTANT COACHES CAN RECEIVE DISCOUNTS! GIVING BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY! TEACHING YOUTH THE FUNDAMENTALS OF SPORTS AND GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP! You can pick up your Volunteer Packet at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 1049 #2. If you have any questions please call 907-353-7482 9

Mon, Sept 7, 2015

LABOR DAY HOLIDAY HOURS

Army Community Services Auto Skills Center Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Chena Bend Golf Course CYSS Central Registration CDC I CDC II Family Child Care (FCC) Office Fischer Skeet Range FMWR Administration Last Frontier Community Center Melaven Fitness Center Melaven Swim Center Nugget Lanes Bowling Center Outdoor Recreation Center Physical Fitness Center PFC Ice Rink Post Library School-Age Center Youth Center Youth Sports & Fitness SKIES (Instructional) Warrior Zone

CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED Open 0900 - 2000PM CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED Open 1300-1700 CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED Open 1600-2300

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

Thursday’s 6:00 - 8:00pm

All workshops will be held at North Haven’s Community

Center, Bldg 4268 Neely Road, Fort Wainwright

Canning and Pickling 1 0 Sep tember 2 0 1 5

Alaskan summers are short and the growing season is even shorter so take advantage of those yummy fruits and veggies while you can and learn how to store and preserve vegetables easily and safely through canning and pickling.

Preparing Game Meat 8 October 2 0 1 5

Alaska is full of awesome natural resources and there is no shortage of abundant wildlife. Learn about the benefits of eating wild game meat and how to safely store and prepare delicious dishes. A cooking demonstration will be provided!

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To learn more or to sign up please call (907) 353-4243 or (907) 353-4460

Laser Tag

BOGO Training Holiday Special

“Supreme Snipers” Friday, September 4th

Bounce House Night

1300-1500

September 3rd September 17th 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Children 13 and under. No cost.

Two bouncy huts are now available at the LFCAC so now both smaller and bigger children can have their own hut. What could be cooler?

Parents must be present to supervise their children as child care personnel will not be on hand.

LFCAC, Bldg. 1044 353-7755

Cost: $5 per person per game or BOGO (Buy one get one free) (Must be paid in one transaction.)

Open to all DoD Card holders 18 + older only.

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

Visit us online at http://wainwright.armymwr.com/ LEARN TO MASTER LIVING IN THE HEART OF ALASKA AT THE

Newcomer’s Orientation

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

WHERE:

Last Frontier Community Activity Center, Bldg. 1044

SOME TOPICS COVERED: • Pet care • Summer and winter activities • Cultural awareness • Wildlife safety and more!

Civilian attire is recommended and families are highly encouraged to attend.

WHEN:

9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

SEP 9, 2015 SEP 23, 2015

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 353-7298.

ARMY FAMILY COVENANT: Keeping the Promise

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Survivor Outreach Services

Gold Star Parent’s & Families’ Day Saturday, September 26, 2015 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Soldier and Family Assistance Center Building 3414 Rhineland Avenue Fort Wainwright

The Mobilization Deployment Program

Popcorn Friday 1300-1600 The Family Resource Center (FRC) is a meeting and information center for Family Readiness Groups, Commanders, Soldiers and their Families.

Remembering the Fallen Honoring their Survivors

Mentoring, Interacting, and Educating The Fort Wainwright Military Community

For more information, call 353-4004.

For more information call 353-4227/4458 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.

ARMY FAMILY COVENANT: Keeping the Promise

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

SKIES is for ages 2 yrs to 18 yrs

Art Martial Fun Classes Classes Arts Classes

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

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Wednesd ling ay 2-5 yr olds s 11 - 12 p. m. $40 per m onth

ONTH KARATE $50/M TH OR $65/MON ys dnesda Mondays, Wedays & Satur cy s on frequen

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BEGINN ING DRAWIN G & PAINTI NG $50 Saturday 10:30-11 s: :30 a.m.

TAEKWOND O CLAS $60/MONTH SES

Wed & Thur, 4:30-5 Meets on Po :30 p.m. st

MOMMY & ME LEARN TO SEW! $45

Saturdays: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

ITED SKIES UNLIMNTER & YOUTH CE S FREE CLASSE Sign up at the r.

Youth Cente D. SPACE LIMITE

GLASS MOSAIC/ STAINED GLASS $50

Saturdays: .

4:30-5:30 p.m

SKIES Exploration Tuesdays 1-5 yr olds Noon-12:45 p.m. $45 per month

SKIES UNLIMITED IS LOOKING FOR QUALIFIED INSTRUCTORS IN: Music, Arts & Crafts, Language Skills, Digital Photography, Video Media or other life skills.

If you are interested, call 353-3220 for more details.

ABUSE.

Domestic Violence Victims have options.

Call 799-9770.

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

For Sexual Assault reporting, please call (907)231-7432 (24/7).

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MFLC

Military & Family Life Consultants

388-2553

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

Physical Fitness Center (PFC) will be

CLOSED

Monday, September 14 at 1330 hrs.* (*date subject to change)

The PFC will RE-OPEN Saturday, September 19 at 0900 hrs.* (*date subject to change)

Hardwood floors in the basketball court, racquetball courts and exercise room will be refinished.

MELAVEN FITNESS CENTER will be open Monday -Friday September 14-18 from 0500-2100 hrs

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

COMING SOON! GOLF COURSE/WINTER ACTIVITY CENTER

* Opening Winter 2015 * Your NAF Contributions at Work * 》$9 Million Non-Appropriated Funds Major Construction 》Golf Simulators 》Bar and Grill Restaurant 》2,499 Square Foot Dining Hall/Lounge 》Televisions 》Pro-Shop 》Cross Country Ski Rental 》Facility Rentals for Private Events 》New Cart Barn 》New Parking Structure

Thank You For Your Support!

SADD SOLDIERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING

353-6610 For a free ride home.

Brought to you by Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers.

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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

p 353-6795 Closed for the Season 4 CHENA BEND GOLF COURSE Bldg.2092, p 353-6223 M-Su 0800-2000 Snack Bar W-Su 1100-1400 5 CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER I (CDC I) Bldg. 4024, p 361-4190 M-F 0600-1800 Sa-Su 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 Closed LASER TAG Th 1500-1900 F 1500-2000 Sa 1300-2000 Su Closed

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

8 FISCHER SKEET RANGE Bldg. 1171, p 353-7869 Closed till Further notice

16 OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER (ORC) Bldg. 4050, p 361-6349 Mon-Sa 1000-1800 Sun 1200-1800 Tue-W: Closed

17 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 Closed till Further notice

6 CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER II (CDC II) Bldg 4176, p 361-9056 M-F 0600-1800 Sa-Su Closed

15 NUGGET LANES BOWLING CENTER ldg. 3702, p 353-2654 M-T Closed W, Th 1100-2200 F 1100-0100 Sa 1100-0100 Su 1100-2100 GOLD RUSH LOUNGE M-T Closed W-Th 1700-2200 F-Sa 1500-0100 Su 1500-2100 MOTHER LODE CAFE M-T Closed W-Th 1100-1400 1600-2100 F 1100-2300 Sa 1200-2300 Su 1200-2000 Effective Sep 16

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

PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER (PFC) Bldg. 3709, p 353-7223 M-Th 0530-2100 F 0530-2000 Sa, Su 0900-1900 PFC ICE RINK Closed for the Season.

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 F-Sa 1630-1230 Su 1200-2030

20 YOUTH CENTER Bldg. 4109, p 361-5437 M-Fr 1300-1900 Sat, Su Closed \

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

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