USAG Alaska Outdoor Recreation Adventure Guide Summer & Fall '19

USAG Alaska Outdoor Recreation

Out of the gate and into the state

Summer & FaLL ‘19

adventure Guide Equipment

Go

Explore

Get ready for the summer of your life as you explore all that the Last Frontier has to offer.

Photo courtesy of Outdoor Recreation Trip

A full page spread of available equipment and gear available for checkout this summer!

Photo courtesy of Denali National Park & Preserve.

CITY / MILITARY ESTABLISHMENT ROADWAY TOP RECREATION DESTINATION: 1.

Chena River State Recreation Area

2.

Denali National Park & Preserve

3.

Price William Sound

4.

Resurrection Bay 200 MILES

Go explore A

laska is a magnificent state­— a giant playground that deserves to be explored and appreciated.

While the roads in Alaska may be few and far between, the adventures are endless. Wherever you turn in Alaska, an adventure is waiting to be had.

Whether you are stationed here, have decided to make Alaska your forever home, or are just visiting, we here at USAG Alaska Family and MWR encourage you to get out there and take advantage of this special opportunity. We are excited to help you discover your story. Our Outdoor Recreation Center has equipment available to help you explore on your own, and knowledgeable guides to assist you on any adventure.

Whatever Alaskan experience you are searching for, USAG Alaska Family and MWR has the right option for you!

Fort Wainwright:

5

12 9

18 27 22

Fort Greely:

Outdoor Recreation Center

Outdoor Recreation Center

(907) 361-6349

(907) 873-4058

@WainwrightMWR #WainwrightMWR

@GreelyMWR #GreelyMWR

Building 4050 Glass Drive Fort Wainwright, Alaska

Building 627 Fort Greely, Alaska

www.wainwright.armymwr.com www.greely.armymwr.com *All prices and details are correct at time of publication and are subject to change without notice.

All ads are paid advertisements. No federal endorsement implied.

Meet The guides

The knowledge, personality, and experience of our incredible team of devoted guides is the icing on the cake of our adventure tours.

They are dedicated to making your trip a complete success.

Our guides take a great deal of pride in sharing Alaska with you. Well-versed in the destinations you’ll visit, each ensures that you’ll have a rich, authentic, and safe experience so you can relax and enjoy your trip of a lifetime. We had to chance to chat with Bryson DeRonde, one of Outdoor Recreation’s enthusiastic guides, and found out just how passionate he is about outdoor adventures.

Q: How long have you been with the

A: I once had a very fat and healthy, but

Outdoor Recreation and what inspired you

overly curious grizzly bear walk into camp.

to join the team?

With a lot of shouting and banging on

A: I have been with Outdoor Recreation

pots, we convinced him to wonder around

for almost six years, four at USAG Alaska

elsewhere. I was a bit worried, but everyone

Fort Wainwright and two at Eielson Air

else got some great bear photos!

Force Base. I love being able to share all

Q: What has been your most memorable

the amazing outdoor experiences with all

experience as an Outdoor Recreation Guide?

the people that use outdoor recreation!

A: My most recent memorable experience

Q: What is your favorite outdoor activity?

was on the Gulkana Glacier. We had a group

A: If I had to pick just one I would go with whitewater rafting or really anything that involves boats and water. Paddle rafts are my favorite because I have to depend on everyone in the boat to make it down the river in one piece.

The teamwork of it is amazing!

4

of army nurses doing a short work trip to Interior Alaska. They were all so excited about being outside that it took us about an hour longer on the hike, because of all the photos they took. It was a ton of fun and we had loads of laughs. On the drive back from the trip one of the ladies saw her very first moose! She was so happy

Q: Have you ever had a scary moment while

about it she cried. That kind of trip and

out guiding or exploring?

experience will stick with me for a while.

CHAD COLE JUSTIN BAUGH

“

I love being able to share all the amazing outdoor experiences with all the people that use outdoor rec

Photo courtesy of Michael Grant.

!

FORT WAINWRIGHT: OUTDOOR RECREATION CALENDAR (907) 361-6349

ADVENTURE

DATE

REGISTRATION DEADLINE

LOCATION

Dall River Pike Hunt**

August 2-4

July 26

Dall River

Rock Climbing

August 3

July 27

Grapefruit Rocks

Introduction to Packrafting

August 4

July 28

Denali Area

Friday Night Family Fun: Chena River Float

August 9

August 2

Chena River

Chena Lakes BBQ & Stand Up Paddleboarding

August 10

August 3

Chena Lakes Recreation Area

Delta Clearwater Fly Fishing**

August 17

August 10

Delta Clearwater

Glacier Day Hike

August 17

August 10

Gulkana Glacier

Valdez for the Silvers**

August 23-25

August 16

Valdez

Whitewater Rafting

August 24

August 17

Nenana River

Fly Fishing**

August 25

August 18

Chena River SRA

Angel Rocks Climbing

September 7

August 31

Angel Rocks

Whitewater Rafting

September 8

September 1

Nenana River

Clearwater Silvers**

September 19, 20, 21, or 22

September 12

Delta Clearwater

Single Track Bike Ride

September 21

September 14

Ester Dome

*ATV Safety Course is required. Inquire with Fort Wainwright Outdoor Recreation Center for details **Alaska State Fishing License is required

FORT GREELY: OUTDOOR RECREATION CALENDAR (907) 873-4058

ADVENTURE

DATE

REGISTRATION DEADLINE

LOCATION

Hike Donnelly Dome

August 3

August 1

Donnelly Dome

ATV Trip*

August 10

August 8

Coal Mine Road

Clearwater River Float Trip

August 17

August 15

Clearwater River

ATV Trip*

August 24

August 22

Summit Lake

*ATV Safety Course is required. Inquire with Fort Greely Outdoor Recreation Center for details

keep yourself

updated 6

!

Get alerts on last minute openings for trips and events!

Text “ODRAdventureSeeker” to (206) 929-4040 and stay informed on exciting new ways to explore Alaska with the Outdoor Recreation experts.

Out of the gate

The views are vast and the fun is endless, so get out of the gate and explore the state!

Alaska offers boundless opportunities for outdoor adventure— from rock climbing to paddleboarding, fat tire biking to fresh water fishing, and everything in between. The experienced guides at Outdoor Recreation can lead you on an adventure to remember!

W

e’ve picked out a few of our favorite Outdoor Recreation trips that we think you’re really going to enjoy. Whether you are new to the activity or a seasoned pro, there’s a trip for you! Each trip is lead by one of our expert guides who is there to make your trip comfortable and enjoyable.

Spaces tend to fill up fast— we highly encourage you to reserve your space by calling the Fort Wainwright Outdoor Recreation Center at (907) 361-6349 or in person at 4050 Glass Drive, Fort Wainwright. To reserve a spot on Fort Greely’s trips, call the Fort Greely Outdoor Recreation Center at (907) 873-4058.

3 “don’t miss” trips this season

1Friday Night Family Fun: Chena River Float

Floating the Chena River is a classic Interior Alaskan adventure so why not do it with the family?

Join the Outdoor Adventure team in a family friendly fun float on the Chena River. The float will start at the Outdoor Recreation put in and paddle to University Avenue take out. This trip is a great way to view downtown Fairbanks from a duck’s perspective! $7 per person. Cost includes: transportation, equipment, and instruction. Talk about a smokin’ deal!

2Glacier Day Hike

Ever wanted to hike to a glacier? Cross it off your bucket list with this adventure! This 6-mile round trip hike where you can venture down south on the Richardson Highway to the Gulkana Glacier in the Delta Mountain Range is an Alaskan Adventure for the books!

3Whitewater Rafting

Whitewater rafting is one of the best ways to experience the waters of Interior Alaska. Grab some friends and take an exhilarating full day whitewater rafting trip down the Nenana River with Outdoor Recreation.

&

out of the gate Venture the state with

B.O.S.S.

Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers

The B.O.S.S. program is organized to support the overall quality of single Soldiers’ lives. B.O.S.S. identifies real quality of life issues and concerns by recommending improvements through the chain of command. B.O.S.S. also encourages and assists single Soldiers in identifying and planning for recreational and leisure activities. Additionally, it gives single Soldiers the opportunity to participate in and contribute to their respective communities through community service.

The Fort Wainwright B.O.S.S. program has received the Best Boss Award two years in a row now. If that doesn’t speak volumes for what is available for you, then you’ll have to join one of their trips to find out for yourself just how great they are!

B.O.S.S events are open to B.O.S.S. eligible Service Members. This includes Single Service Members, Single with Dependents, and Geo-Bachelors.

For more information, check out: wainwright.armymwr.com

FORT WAINWRIGHT: B.O.S.S (907) 353-7648

ADVENTURE

DATE

REGISTRATION DEADLINE

LOCATION

Quartz Creek ATV Trip*

August 10

August 2

White Mountains

Skydiving

August 16-19

August 9

Palmer

Rock Climbing

August 18

August 11

Grapefruit Rocks

Anchorage R&R Trip

August 30- September 2

August 23

Anchorage

Paintball

August 31

August 23

Glass Park

Skydiving

September 13-15

September 6

Palmer

*ATV Safety Course is required. Inquire with Fort Wainwright Outdoor Recreation Center for details

8

Photo courtesy of the B.O.S.S Program

Silver is Gold T

here’s a gem in Alaska that’s rarer than gold.

Even more precious than platinum. It’s the silver salmon and its four close relatives, the King, Sockeye, Pink, and Chum salmon.

If you’ve spent any time in Alaska, you know that salmon are a precious commodity to the state’s inhabitants. The rich meat is full of healthy fats and protein, and delivers a rich flavor known only to Pacific salmon species.

Eating salmon is easy. Catching it, on the other hand, takes some work. That’s where the Outdoor Recreation Center comes to the rescue! We know the good fishing spots and have the expertise to help you land a lunker at the end of your line.

Multiple outings are planned throughout the summer and fall — including day and overnight trips — to salmon-rich habitats. Many of the locations we have chosen for this year’s trips are to places that may be unreachable unless accessed via boat or special equipment.

Valdez for the Silvers August 23-25

Head out to sea and take home silver salmon!

Don’t miss out on the Silver Salmon Derby while you’re in Valdez— come back with the largest catch of the day and cash in on awesome prizes and tall tale fishing stories.

Silver Salmon Fishing on the Delta Clearwater River September 19, 20, 21, or 22

Located a few hours south of Fairbanks, the Delta Clearwater is a crystal clear river that offers incredible silver salmon fishing in the fall. With four trips to choose from, this adventure is great for those looking to get out in the wilderness and experience nonstop biting action.

10

10% Military Discount

Add chips and a drink for your adventure!

Paid advertising. No Federal endorsement implied. Valid at participating Alaska restaurants for in-restaurant orders only. Not valid on Delivery. Plus applicable tax. No additional discounts or coupons may be applied. Subway To Go!™ Meals require minimum order of 8. All chips-related trademarks are owned by Frito Lay North America, Inc. ©2019 Subway® is a Registered Trademark of Subway IP LLC. ©2019 Subway IP LLC.

“

By traveling and camping on durable surfaces, we can reduce our impact on the environment, and confine the deterioration to a smaller footprint.

12

Leave no trace

We all want that sense of discovery— that sense that no one has been here before us. Leave No Trace allows us to have that experience.

W

e, as users of the land, are responsible for keeping the land looking and feeling untouched so that others that come after us leave with the same feeling of discovery.

We don’t have to impact the land in order to have fun on it. By practicing the Seven Principles of Leave No Trace, we can enjoy our natural world in a sustainable way that avoids humancreated impacts. These principles apply to your backyard and your backcountry.

Plan Ahead and Prepare • Prepare for extreme weather, hazards, and emergencies.

• Use a map and compass to eliminate the use of marking paint, rock cairns, or flagging.

Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces • Durable surfaces include established trails and campsites, rock, gravel, dry grasses or snow.

• Good campsites are found, not made.

Altering a site is not necessary.

• In popular areas: • Concentrate use on existing trails and campsites.

• Travel single file in the middle of the trail, even when wet or muddy.

• In pristine areas: • Disperse use to prevent the creation of campsites and trails.

• Avoid places where impacts are just beginning.

Dispose of Waste Properly • Pack it in, pack it out. Inspect your campsite and rest areas for trash or spilled foods.

Pack out all trash, leftover food and litter.

Leave What You Find • Leave rocks, plants and other natural objects as you find them. Do not touch or remove cultural or historic structures and artifacts.

Minimize Campfire Impacts • Campfires can cause lasting impacts to the backcountry. Use a lightweight stove for cooking.

• Where fires are permitted, use established fire rings, fire pans, or mound fires.

• Burn all wood and coals to ash, put out campfires completely, then scatter cool ashes.

Respect Wildlife • Observe wildlife from a distance. Do not follow or approach them.

• Never feed animals. Feeding wildlife damages their health, alters natural behaviors, and exposes them to predators and other dangers.

• Protect wildlife and your food by storing rations and trash securely.

• Control pets at all times, or leave them at home.

Be Considerate of Other Visitors • Respect other visitors and protect the quality of their experience.

• Be courteous. Yield to other users on the trail.

• Take breaks and camp away from trails and other visitors.

• Let nature’s sounds prevail. Avoid loud voices and noises.

The following are a selection from the Leave No Trace Seven Principles. © 1999 by the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics: www.LNT.org.

Equipment

Essentials

Now is the time! Go. Explore. Alaska welcomes us outside with open arms.

Renting from USAG Alaska Fort Wainwright? Here’s the pricing guide.

For USAG Alaska Fort Greely’s pricing guide, hours, and more, go to: https://greely.army.mwr.com/programs/outdoor-recreation/

FORT WAINWRIGHT: OUTDOOR RECREATION PRICING GUIDE (907) 353-7648

E1 – E5, NF1 – NF2, GS1 – GS5

E6 – E9, NF3 – NF4, GS6-GS12

O1 – Up, NF5 – Up, GS13

Under 90HP Jet boat

$80

$85

$90

150HP Jet boat

$90

$95

225HP Jet boat

$100

$105

E1 – E5, NF1 – NF2, GS1 – GS5

E6 – E9, NF3 – NF4, GS6-GS12

4-Place Trailer

$45

$50

$55

Car Hauler*

$40

$45

$50

$100

ATV Meat Wagon

$25

$30

$35

$110

RIVERBOATS*

Cargo Trailer*

$50

$55

$60

LAKE BOATS (PROPS)*

9K Utility Trailer*

$50

$55

$60

18’ Ski Boat

$115

3K Utility Trailer

$45

$50

$55

$80

GRILLS (PROPANE NOT INCLUDED)

16’ 60 HP Lake Boat

$105 $70

$110 $75

NON-MOTORIZED BOATS*

My Alaskan Bucket List Photos Submitted by: G. Jaroon

O1 – Up, NF5 – Up, GS13

Charcoal Grill (Large)

$25

$30

$35

Propane Grill (Large)

$35

$40

$45

Propane Grill (X-Large)

$45

$50

$55

Canoe/Scanoe

$25

$30

$35

Single Kayak

$20

$25

$30

2P Inflatable Kayak

$25

$30

$35

Jon Boat

$25

$30

$35

CAMPING TRAILERS (PROPANE NOT INCLUDED)

14’ Raft

$45

$50

$55

16’ Nash Trailer

$65

$70

$75

16’ Raft

$50

$55

$60

19’ Jayco Trailer

$80

$85

$90

Oar Frame

$10

$10

$10

23’ Jayco Trailer

$95

$100

$105

20’ Powerlite Trailer

$105

$110

$120

OUTBOARD MOTORS (PROPS)* 8 HP and Under

$20

$25

$30

15 HP

$25

$30

$35

TRAILERS *REQUIRES 2 5/16” BALL 2-Place Trailer

$25

$30

$35

• Equipment check out: Monday, Thursday – Sunday, 3 – 5 p.m.

• Equipment check in: Monday, Thursday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Sunday, Noon – 1 p.m.

• The Outdoor Recreation Center is closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays during the summer months.

Charges still apply during days that the Center is closed.

• Cancellations must be made 7 days in advance for a refund.

• Trailers require a 2” ball unless stated otherwise.

• Camper trailers may require a load-bearing hitch­— provided by Outdoor Recreation.

• There is a 2-day minimum rental of campers.

• The rental period begins at 3 p.m.

• The check-out of a boat requires a Boater’s Safety Certification as well as a Safety Card issued by Outdoor Recreation.

Daily Price

Addt’l Days

RECREATIONAL EQUIPMENT

Daily Rate

Addt’l Days

CAMPING GEAR

Stand-up paddle board

$30

n/a

Water skis

$5

$2

Knee / Wake board

$5

$2

Bear barrel

$5

$3

2-person tent

$8

$4

4-person tent

$12

$6

5+ person tent

$14

$7

Life jacket

$2

$1

Sleeping bag

$7

$3

Mountain bike

$10

$5

Sleeping pad

$5

$2

$2

Propane stove

$5

$2

$10

$5

Bike kiddy trailer

$5

Bike helmet

$3

$1

Large cooler

Gold pan

$3

$1

Backpack / Dry bag

$5

$2

Sluice box

$5

$2

Camp chair

$5

$2

ATV helmet

$3

$1

Camp table

$5

$2

Log splitter

$45

$20

Camp table

$5

$2

Generator 2000w

$15

$7

Baby backpack

$5

$3

Folding table (6’ or 8’)

$7

$3

CANOPIES

Folding chair

$2

$1

$20

n/a

Starshade 400

$50

n/a

Starshade 800

$60

n/a

Screenhouse

$35

n/a

FISHING GEAR

EZ-Up 10x10

Fly rod and reel

$5

$2

Trout rod and reel

$5

$2

Salmon rod and reel

$8

$4

Landing net

$3

$1

Waders

$6

$3

CAMPGROUND $150

$2

$1

Volleyball & net

$7

$3

RV site, H2 O / Electricity

$25

Sports balls / Frisbee

$120

$5

$2

RV site, H2O only

$20

Volleyball poles Horseshoe set

$5

$2

Tent site

$12

$66

Disc Golf set

$5

$2

Pavilion

$35

n/a

Disc Golf basket

$15

n/a

Bag-O-Toss game

$5

$2

Tug-O-War rope

$5

$2

Bocce ball

$5

$2

Bounce house

$70

n/a

Ladderball

$5

$2

GAMES

Daily Rate

Weekly Rate

Monthly Rate

RV LOT 10’ x 10’

$20

n/a

12’ x 20’

$25

n/a

14’ x 45’

$30

n/a

15

EXPERIENCE ALASKA

“

Went on a charter fishing trip through them. They were very helpful; ensuring everyone was able to catch something. They offered suggestions and were very friendly. I highly recommend them and would go again next year. We caught a variety of fish and had to buy an extra cooler to hold them!

Wendy R.

Guest, Trip Advisor

My Alaskan Bucket List Photos Submitted by: C. Sojot & N. Dickinson

Tour & Explore

Seward Military Resort offers a variety of activities for both newcomers and avid outdoorsman.

Visit www.SewardResort.com for a complete list of exciting excursions and discounted tickets to local attractions.

16

Nature abounds D

iscover a different side of Alaska at the Seward Military Resort. This historic setting is a place where you, your friends, and your family can unwind, begin an adventure, and immerse yourself in the Alaskan lifestyle. In a world of continuous digital technology, you won’t be able to keep your eyes off of the magnificent 360-degree views that surround the Resort.

Just a short drive south of Anchorage, the Seward Military Resort is nestled between the jutting Kenai Mountains and Resurrection Bay. Located a 5-minute car or shuttle ride from downtown Seward, the Resort is tucked away in seclusion, providing our guests with privacy and relaxation. Along with a main lodge, grill, and bar, the Resort offers guest rooms, town-homes, and log cabins, as well as an RV park, campsites, and yurts for those who want to take their adventure outdoors.

Looking to get out and experience Alaska? Seward Military Resort offers memorable tours and guided adventures for all ages. Take to the sea and watch as humpback whales frolic and feed in the rich waters of the Alaskan Gulf Coast, coastal birds tend to their nests, and sea otters bask in the sun rays. Maybe you’re looking to catch a record-sized halibut? Seward has some of the best halibut fishing in the state! Book your fishing charter with one of our master skippers and enjoy fishing at a discounted rate. Take your adventure on land and “mush” you way along the winding dog sled trails that surround the Resort. Amp up the adrenaline and zip through the treetops on the world famous zipline. The opportunities for outdoor recreation are endless— let us help you make your trip unforgettable.

Seward Military Resort is a year-round resort and is open to Active Duty Military, Veterans, DoD Civilians, and their Family Members. To make your reservation, visit www.SewardResort.com or call 800-770-1858.

1-800-770-1858 or (907) 224-5559 www.SewardResort.com @SewardMilitaryResort #SewardMilitaryResort

18

My Alaskan Bucket List Photos Submitted by: L, Haga, A. Brooks, & R. Sanchez

Good catch

Escape to a lake, river, or even the sea and come home with grand fishing tales for all of your friends!

Looking for a sea trip?

Seward Military Resort’s fleet of halibut fishing charter boats offer exceptional experiences out on the waters of Resurrection Bay. The ocean is rich with halibut, Pacific Salmon, lingcod, black bass, red snapper, and rockfish. Our professional and courteous boat captains and deckhands are here to make your trip the trip of a lifetime.

Seward Military Resort’s halibut fishing charters operate Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.

Make your reservation today and experience Alaska as you’ve never experienced it before!

Call (907) 224-2654 and add on a halibut fishing charter to your new or existing trip.

Open water too far for a day trip?

Explore the lakes and rivers of Interior Alaska to catch your weight in land fish like rainbow trout, arctic grayling, arctic char & chinook salmon. For a fishing spot close to home, head over to any of these great spots: Chena Lakes, Baillaine Lake, Bear Lake, Birch Lake, or Cushman Lake. These lakes are stocked by Alaska Department of Fish and Game throughout the warmer months of the year so get out there and catch ‘em!

For more information on fishing in Alaska’s lakes, rivers, and more, go to: www.adfg.alaska.gov/

Set up Camp E

xperience the wilds of Alaska this summer without missing the comforts of home. No matter your destination, we’ve got you covered with a place to stay. Whether you are headed towards the coast to Seward or Valdez, or are looking to stay closer to Fort Wainwright, a military resort or campground isn’t far away.

Fort Wainwright Glass Park RV Park / Chena Cove Campground Fort Wainwright hosts two campgrounds: Glass Park RV Park and Chena Cove Campground. Glass Park RV Park offers electric and water hookups, and accommodates large RVs in a private setting. Up river from Glass Park, Chena Cove Campground RV Park, offers a quiet setting next to a small cove of the Chena River. Individual primitive RV and tent sites are scattered throughout the campground, with easy access to pavilions and restrooms. Access to showers and laundry for both campgrounds are also available at the nearby Outdoor Recreation Center.

Reservations: Outdoor Recreation Center, Fort Wainwright (907) 361-6349

Valdez Glacier Campground Valdez Glacier Campground is aptly named, as it sits close to the foot of Valdez Glacier. Located just outside of Valdez proper, Valdez Glacier Campground offers a variety of private sites for all different types of campers in a wooded setting. Full hook-up sites, RV and tent sites, as well as permanently-placed camper trailer sites are available. If you’re not ready to “rough it”, don’t worry; the campground also offers cabins that sleep 4 comfortably with room for a small kitchenette. All sites have access to running water and showers.

Reservations: Outdoor Recreation Center, Fort Greely (907) 873-4795

Seward Military Resort Tucked under the towering Sitka Spruce of coastal Alaska, Seward Military Resort hosts a variety of sites with incredible views of the surrounding mountains. With easy access to the bar and grill, as well as knowledgeable staff to help plan your daily adventures, choosing Seward Military Resort for your next vacation trip is a no brainer.

Reservations: Seward Military Resort, Seward (907) 224-5559

20

Don’t wait Summer is a busy time, as we are all excited to get outside and make the most of the extended daylight. Make your reservation early to ensure you have a camping spot when you arrive.

Be aware

Help us keep campgrounds safe and clean! When camping, you are sharing your space with the wild. Minimize your impact on your surroundings by securing your food and other belongings in your vehicle, and removing all trash from your site.

Element of

Surprise If you’re looking for a weekend adventure a little further away from home, the Valdez Glacier Campground —hosted by Fort Greely Family and MWR— is the perfect place to go!

The road to the Valdez Glacier Campground, located just outside of the port town of Valdez, is filled with adventure and surprises around every turn. When driving to Valdez, it’s not uncommon to come around a curve and find yourself face to face with a towering glacier or a cascading waterfall. The discoveries don’t end at Milepost 0; use Valdez Glacier Campground as your home base for non-stop Alaskan action. Without a doubt, visitors to Valdez will be struck by its beauty and grandeur.

Amenities Family and pet friendly, the Valdez Glacier Campground is the perfect place to spend an Alaskan summer. The campground offers 87 standard campsites, 21 RV pads (20’ and 30’ with 50 amp plugs), permanently placed travel trailers, a bath house, a dump site and six latrines. All sites include a picnic table and a fire ring.

Travel Trailer Rentals Authorized users can rent travel trailers that are permanently placed at the campground. While the trailers are not equipped with running water, there is a modern bathhouse with hot showers located within walking distance of the trailers. Each trailer is equipped with a stove, refrigerator, microwave, and sink. Customers are responsible for providing their own bedding, linens, pillows, towels, kitchen utensils, etc.

Group Rentals Nestled close to the waterfalls within the campground, large group areas provide plenty of room for group camping, reunions, birthday parties, weddings, and other family events. Inquire upon reserving for pavilions and grills. Advance reservations are required.

Contact Fort Greely Outdoor Recreation to reserve your space: (907) 873-4058.

22

USAG ALASKA wainwright

Family and MWR Directory For a complete list of facility and program hours, please visit www.wainwright.armymwr.com Army Community Service Building 3401 Phone: (907) 353-4227

NAF Civilian Personnel Building 1045 Phone: (907) 353-6356

Automotive Skills Center Building 3730 Phone: (907) 353-7436

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

Tow Service (24/7): (907) 590-1716

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

Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area Building 1172 Phone: (907) 353-1998 B.O.S.S. Program Building 1045, #31 Phone: (907) 353-7648 Chena Bend Clubhouse Building 2090 Phone: (907) 353-6223 Child Development Center 1 Building 4024 Phone: (907) 361-4190 Child Development Center 2 Building 4176 Phone: (907) 361-9056 Child and Youth Services: Parent Central Services Building 3414 Phone: (907) 353-7713 or (907) 353-7826 Family Child Care Building 1049, #1 Phone: (907) 353-6266 Last Frontier Community Activity Center Building 1044 Phone: (907) 353-7755 Library Building 3700 Phone: (907) 353-2642 Melaven Fitness Center Building 3452 Phone: (907) 353-1994

Physical Fitness Center Building 3709 Phone: (907) 353-7223 Private Organization Advisor Building 1045 Phone: (907) 353-7788 School Age Center Building 4166 Phone: (907) 361-7394 Seward Military Resort 2305 Dimond Blvd.

Seward, Alaska Phone: (907) 224-5559 or (800) 7701858 School Support Services Building 4109 Phone: (907) 361-9897 Soldiers Against Drunk Driving (S.A.D.D.) Phone: (907) 353-4145 Unit Funds Building 1045 Phone: (907) 353-7715 Warrior Zone Building 3205 Phone: (907) 353-1087 Youth Center Building 4109 Phone: (907) 361-5437 Youth Sports & Fitness Building 1045, basement Phone: (907) 353-7482

My Alaskan Bucket List Photos Submitted by: S. Boswell, A. DeGroat , V. Steadman, & C. Sojot

⃝​⃝ Take a hike

⃝​⃝ Strike it rich with gold panning

⃝​⃝ Dip into a natural hot spring

Alaska — a unique and amazing place with challenges, rewards, and once-in-a-lifetime opportunities that very few duty locations possess. The wild nature of Alaska can be intimidating, but USAG Alaska Family and MWR is here to assist you in wringing the most from your stay. We’ve put together an Alaskan Bucket List full of exciting adventures and opportunities that will leave you with lasting memories.

While you’re out exploring, snap a few photos to submit through social media or email to enter into our giveaways, which include prizes such as a 2 night stay at Grande Denali Lodge, a 2 night stay at Denali Bluffs Hotel, and more!

Enter one of three ways: 1) Share your photo through your personal account using public settings: On Facebook: Tag Wainwright MWR & #AlaskanBucketList, #WainwrightMWR, #GreelyMWR On Instagram: Tag @WainwrightMWR & #AlaskanBucketList, #WainwrightMWR, #GreelyMWR 2) Send us a message on social media On Facebook: Wainwright MWR On Instagram: WainwrightMWR 3) Email: bucketlistusagalaska@gmail.com Add “Alaskan Bucket List” to the subject line

⃝​⃝ Learn to ride an ATV

⃝​⃝ Float the Chena River

27

⃝​⃝ Gaze up at the Northern Lights ⃝​⃝ Go snowmachining ⃝​⃝ Go ice fishing ⃝​⃝ Learn to ride an ATV ⃝​⃝ Land a halibut on a Seward Military Resort fishing charter ⃝​⃝ Attend an Alaskan music festival ⃝​⃝ Net a salmon ⃝​⃝ Tend to a trapline ⃝​⃝ Hit a bucket of balls at Chena Bend Golf Course ⃝​⃝ Ride a dog sled ⃝​⃝ See the sights in a bush plane ⃝​⃝ Get face to face with a glacier ⃝​⃝ Take a hike ⃝​⃝ See inside an ice cave ⃝​⃝ Go ice climbing ⃝​⃝ Tromp in the snow with snowshoes or XC skis ⃝​⃝ Grow an Alaskansized vegetable

GIVEAWAY

⃝​⃝ Dip into a natural hot spring (Chena, Manley, Tolovana Hot Springs) ⃝​⃝ Cross the Arctic Circle ⃝​⃝ Try your hand at curling ⃝​⃝ Attend a hockey game ⃝​⃝ Strike it rich with gold panning ⃝​⃝ Catch a Northern Pike ⃝​⃝ Learn to operate a jet boat ⃝​⃝ Take in the magnificence of the midnight sun ⃝​⃝ Overnight at an off grid cabin ⃝​⃝ Float the Chena River ⃝​⃝ Graduate with your Alaskan Hunter Education Certification, then go on a hunting adventure ⃝​⃝ Watch the start of a sled dog race ⃝​⃝ Ride the Alaskan Railroad ⃝​⃝ Create something tasty in the kitchen with wild Alaskan berries ⃝​⃝ Zoom down Birch Hill Ski Area on skis, a snowboard, or a sledding tube ⃝​⃝ Ride the waves at Birch, Quartz, or Harding Lakes

details inside cover