JBSAToday: March/April 2023

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Director, 502d Force Support Squadron

Ms. Rebecca White

JBSA Marketing Director

Ms. Shelta Reese Chief Designer/Editor

Mr. Chris Anderson

If you would like to be a sponsor for an FSS event, contact one of our Commercial Sponsorship Specialists.

Connie Szeszko (210) 221-2307

Al Conyers (210) 925-1187

Ed McDaniel (210) 652-2940

MARKETING OFFICES

Fort Sam Houston (210) 221-2606

Randolph (210) 652-2052

The JBSAtoday magazine is created by the 502d Force Support Squadron. Contents of JBSAtoday are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense or the Department of the Air Force.

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Please use Area Code 210 when dialing, unless otherwise stated.

KILMER HALL STUDENT ACTIVITY CENTER

Bldg. 1477 ( 466-5047/5049

Mon - Fri 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Sat/Sun/Holidays 1 - 8 p.m.

Snack Bar Mon - Fri 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Sat/Sun/Holidays Temporarily Closed

Business Center/Computer Lab

Mon - Fri 4:30 - 8 p.m.

Sat/Sun/Holidays (no printing available) 1 - 8 p.m.

YP1 (W. ED PARKER YOUTH PROGRAMS)

Bldg. 1630 ( 221-3502

Office Hours

Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Youth Programming

Mon - Thurs 3 - 7 p.m.

Fri 3 - 8 p.m.

Sat 1 - 6 p.m.

Youth Sports ( 221-5519

YP2 (PATCH/CHAFFEE YOUTH PROGRAMS)

Bldg. 2515 ( 221-3630

Office Hours

Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Jimmy Brought Indoor Pool

BOWLING CENTER

Bldg. 2521 ( 221-4740/3683 Mon Closed

Sam Houston Lanes Grill

Closes one hour prior to Bowling Center closing

CAMP BULLIS

ROD-N-GUN RECREATION CENTER Bldg. 6215 ( 295-7577/7529 Mon, Thurs, Fri

ITT TICKETS AND ATTRACTIONS OFFICE Bldg. 1395 ( 808-1378/1376 Tues - Sat 9

LIBRARY, KEITH A. CAMPBELL MEMORIAL

1222 ( 221-4702

Youth Programming (ages 9-18)

Mon - Thurs 3 - 7 p.m.

Fri 3 - 8 p.m.

DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM ANNEX Bldg. 1720 ( 221-3835 Mon - Fri 5:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

EQUESTRIAN CENTER Bldg. 3550 ( 563-2526 Mon - Sun 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

FAMILY CHILD CARE ( 652-1140

Mon - Fri 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

JBSA COMMUNITY CHILD CARE ( 380-1101

Mon - Fri 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

FITNESS CENTER ANNEX - CAMP BULLIS

MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS CENTER

2797 ( 221-2705

NAF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE

4026 ( 808-7577

OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER Bldg. 3538 ( 221-5224/5225

10 p.m. Wed 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thurs 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fri 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sat Noon to 10 p.m. Sun Noon to 7 p.m.

Ten Pin Cafe Closes one hour prior to Bowling Center closing CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM, GATEWAY Bldg. 3220 ( 671-1052

Mon - Fri 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

CDP, KELLY FIELD Bldg. 61 ( 925-5747

Mon - Fri 6 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

CDP, LACKLAND

Bldg. 8206/8210 ( 671-2366/3168

Mon - Fri 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

COMMUNITY CENTER, ARNOLD HALL

Bldg. 5506 ( 671-2619

Mon - Fri 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Weekends/Holidays/Family Days Closed

COMMUNITY CENTER, SKYLARK

Bldg. 6576 ( 671-3191/2021

Mon - Tues Closed

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FAMILY CHILD CARE Bldg. 8210 ( 671-3376/4987/3413

Mon - Fri 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

5211 ( 925-9331

ITT TICKETS AND ATTRACTIONS OFFICE

Bldg. 5506 ( 671-3059

Tues - Sat 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

ITT LEISURE TRAVEL OFFICE

Bldg. 5506 ( 671-7111

Mon - Fri 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

LIBRARY Bldg. 6114 ( 671-2678

MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS CENTER Bldg. 5725 ( 671-3722

OUTDOOR RECREATION

Bldg. 871 ( 925-5532/5533

Rental Equipment

2804

Paintball Park

Bldg. 871 ( 925-2998

By appointment only

SADDLE CLUB

Bldg. 2954 ( 925-5532/5533

( 652-5578

MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS CENTER

Bldg. 693 ( 652-5321

OUTDOOR RECREATION

Bldg. 895 ( 652-5142

Mon - Fri 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Sat/Sun/Holidays Closed

PARR CLUB

Bldg. 500 ( 658-7445

Admin

Tues - Fri 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Catering ( 658-7446

Auger Inn

Fri 5 to 11 p.m.

JBSA-RANDOLPH

BOWLING CENTER Bldg. 870 ( 652-6271

Monday Closed Tues - Thurs 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fri - Sat 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sun/AETC Family Days 1 to 7 p.m.

Spare Time Grille Closes one hour prior to Bowling Center closing

CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

Bldg. 1072 ( 652-4946/4947

Mon - Fri 6:30 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM ANNEX

Bldg. 734 ( 652-1140/1142 Mon - Fri

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FAMILY CHILD CARE Bldg. 734 ( 652-1140 Mon - Fri 7:30

FRAME SHOP Bldg. 895 ( 652-5142 Mon - Fri 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Sat/Sun/Holidays Closed

HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE

Bldg. 598 ( 652-5289

ITT TICKETS AND ATTRACTIONS OFFICE

Bldg. 1039 ( (830) 266-9333, opt. 3 (Located in the Kendrick Club)

Tues - Sat 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

JBSA RECREATION PARK @ CANYON LAKE

Commercial ( 830-964-3576

Toll Free ( 800-280-3466

Sun - Thurs 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Fri - Sat 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Lodging

jbsalodgingres@gmail.com

RAMBLER FITNESS CENTER

Bldg.

TRAINING Bldg. 118 ( 652-5273

YOUTH PROGRAMS AND SPORTS

Bldg. 584 & 585 ( 652-3298

Youth Programming (ages 9-18)

Mon - Thurs 3 - 7 p.m.

3 - 8 p.m.

1-6 p.m. Sun/Holidays Closed School-Age Care Mon - Fri 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat/Sun/Holidays Closed

FORT SAM HOUSTON

WE ARE IMPROVING FOR YOU!

The FSH Bowling Center is closed until further notice to improve your overall bowling experience. When the facility reopens, customers will see a modernized facility with new paint, counters, bathrooms, balls, rental shoes and be able to enjoy a new Clutch Bowling Experience. The facility is also getting new kitchen equipment to improve the quality and timeliness of food and beverage orders. Please check the website JBSAtoday for updates.

LACKLAND

MONDAY MAGIC

Mondays • 4-7 p.m. Bowl for $2.50 per game and $2.50 shoe rental.

THREE FOR $7 SPECIAL

Tuesdays • 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Bowl three games for only $7, what a great deal!

FREE SHOE RENTAL FRIDAY

Fridays • 5-9 p.m. Purchase two hours of bowling and receive free shoe rental.

COSMIC BOWLING

Saturdays • 5-8 p.m.

Bowl with the lights turned down, contemporary music and LED lane lighting

throughout the center. During Cosmic bowling, guests can enjoy one hour of bowling for $30 per lane with rental shoes included (limit 6 per lane). In addition, the first Saturday of every month will feature DJ Tony Style playing all your favorite hits!

FAMILY FOUR PACK

Sundays • Noon to 5 p.m. A family of four can enjoy two hours of bowling, a large two-topping pizza and four fountain beverages for just $70. Rental shoes included.

SPRING BREAK BOWLING

March 14, 15 and 17 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Children (age 12 and younger) can bowl for $2 per game with $2 rental shoes.

RANDOLPH

GALACTIC BOWLING

Saturdays • 6-9 p.m. Galactic Bowling features cosmic lights combined with LED center punch deck lighting, LED lane capping, LED ceiling lights and enhanced with three 118’ projection screens playing family-friendly music videos. Select your preferred exciting option to bowl at the special rate shown below.

Experience 1:

Traditional Bowling

Experience 2: BESx Madd Bowling

Experience 3: HyperBowling

The cost for any of these bowling experiences is $28 per hour, per lane with rental shoes included for up to six players.

SPRING BREAK BOWLING SPECIAL

March 14-16 • 1-4 p.m. Come out to the Randolph Bowling Center for Spring Break and bowl at the reduced rate of $20 per hour (includes rental shoes) for up to 6 players. As an added bonus, everyone in your party will receive a BOGO (Bowl One Game/Get One Game Free) coupon for a future Galactic Bowling visit.

MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD BOWLING

SPECIAL

Sundays in April • 1–4 p.m.

Children (age 12 and younger) can bowl up to two free games on Sundays in April when accompanied by an adult (age 18 and older) that bowls an equal number of games (includes rental shoes). Adults pay a special rate of $3.75 per game, which also includes shoe rental.

Taking the stress out of travel

Any day can be a good day to break from the norm – to head out on a new adventure to refresh the mind, body and spirit.

One of the last leisure travel offices in the Air Force is located at JBSA-Lackland where travel professionals are primed and ready to help the Department of Defense community book the perfect escape.

“We are a full-service travel agency offering a wide range of services to include air and hotel rates, vacation packages, fully guided and escorted vacations, and cruises,” said Crystal Reyes, 502d Force Support Squadron leisure travel specialist. “Our trips offer wonderful relaxation opportunities to get away and relax during the holidays, post-deployment, pre-deployment or any time you simply just need a break.”

Reyes and her JBSA leisure travel team members, Enriqueta Wetzel and Jeanette Quintanilla, have specialized training and over 50 years of combined experience. They can take over the most stressful parts of vacation planning for their customers while helping them stay within their budgets. All military members and DoD civilians, as well as their family and friends, can take advantage of their expertise.

“We do appreciate if customers can come in with a general plan or at least an idea of what they wish to do,” said Reyes. “Having travel dates and a few location options is a good start. Most of our customers’ travel plans requires research and planning except for those that just need airline or hotel accommodations.”

Air or hotel only reservations can be quoted for customers on a walk-in basis. Clients may even receive vacation quotes on the spot if they visit the office with a specific trip in mind.

The agents do their best to keep community members informed throughout the year by offering travel expos, Disney planning workshops, virtual Travel Talks and more. Event dates are shared on their Facebook page, Joint Base San Antonio Information Tickets and Travel. Customers can also follow the page to stay up to date on all the latest travel deals, offerings and ticket prices from the JBSA Information, Tickets and Travel offices.

“Our agents take great pride in providing some of the absolute best customer service in all of Air Force Services,” said Crystal. “Our repeat clientele are clear proof that we do amazing things.”

The summer and the last months of the year are some of the most popular times for travel, so why not reach out to the JBSA Leisure Travel Office and let them get started on the planning for you.

For more information, please call (210) 671-7111.

LACKLAND GATEWAY CLUB

CLUB MEMBER PORTAL

Stay connected through the Club Member Portal eliminating the need for a credit card. The secure online management company, Member Planet, handles club member accounts. Patrons just need to create an account and select a preferred method of payment.

GATEWAY GRILL

Tuesday-Wednesday and Friday • 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Check out the grill options which include hamburgers, chicken sandwiches, Philly steak and Reuben sandwiches and more. Combos include fries and a fountain beverage.

Thursdays • 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Lunch special includes salad, choice of one entrée, one starch, one vegetable, dessert and beverage for only $14.95 per person. Sorry, no grill options on Thursdays.

KARAOKE THURSDAY

March 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30

April 6, 13, 20 & 27 • 3-6 p.m.

Enjoy karaoke in the Lone Star Lounge featuring OMG Sounds.

VARIETY NIGHT

March 3, 10, 24 & 31

April 7, 14 & 28 • 4-10 p.m.

The Gateway Club hosts Variety Night as DJ Tony Style plays a wide variety of music in the Lone Star Lounge. Relax in the lounge or enjoy the weather on the patio with pool tables and big screen TVs.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION

March 17 • 4-11 p.m.

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the club and listen to some great music by DJ Tony Style. The food special of the night is corned beef and cabbage with buttered

new potatoes from 5-8 p.m. The cost for the food special is $8 for members or $10 for nonmembers.

CUSTOMER APPRECIATION NIGHT

April 18 • 5-7 p.m.

The Gateway Club hosts Customer Appreciation Night in the Fiesta Ballroom with entertainment provided by DJ Tony Style. The price is $12.50 for members and $15.50 for nonmembers. No coupons accepted for this event. The menu features Southwest salad w/avocado dressing, lobster bisque soup, spicy grilled shrimp kabobs, chicken fajitas, beef fajitas (flour tortillas and condiments), Spanish rice, refried beans, fresh fruit salad, churro and sopaipilla bar with vanilla ice cream. For more information, call (210) 645-7034.

FIESTA PARTY

April 21 • 4-11 p.m.

Celebrate Fiesta at the Gateway Club and listen to some great music by DJ Tony Style. The food special is a fajita plate with two beef fajitas and Spanish rice with beans and is available from 5-8 p.m. The cost for the special is $8 for members or $10 for nonmembers.

Sunday Breakfast

April 9 • 8:30-10:30 a.m.

Head to the Gateway Club for a delicious Easter Sunday breakfast.

The menu includes an omelet bar, pancake & waffle bar, glazed ham, fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, pork sausage, home fried potatoes, shrimp & grits, biscuits & country gravy, miniature chicken and waffles, crepes with fresh strawberries, fresh fruit salad, banana and lemon breads, Danish rolls, beverages, cupcakes and Easter treats.

This is a reservations-only event with limited seating. To make a reservation, call (210) 645-7034 between March 15 and April 5. Reservations will be paid at the time of the booking. No refunds after April 6 and no coupons accepted for this event. Club reserves the right to place reservation in seating area.

Members: $20.95 • Nonmembers: $22.95

Member’s child (5-11): $10.95

Nonmember’s child (5-11): $12.95 Children 4 and younger free POSITIONS AVAILABLE

WE’RE HIRING

RANDOLPH KENDRICK CLUB

BEER MUG CLUB

The cost is $25 for a personalized mug and $4 for any draft beer after joining. This is a savings of $2 per beer.

UNWIND FRIDAY

Unwind after a busy work week on Fridays. Come early and stay late for delicious food and professional bartenders. The Grill is open from 4-8 p.m. every Friday.

FIRST FRIDAY GAME NIGHT

March 10 and April 7 • 5-7 p.m.

Join us for First Fridays in Gil’s Pub for a game night! We will play Spades, Jenga and Dominoes. DJ Polo will provide some great music to enjoy while playing. This is a single elimination tournament. Winner of each game will win $50. This event is free for members and dormitory residents and $2 for nonmembers. Rules are posted at the Kendrick Club.

BINGO NEWS

Bingo takes place every Sunday at 3 p.m. and Monday–Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in the ballroom. Admission is free for members and $10 for nonmembers. Members have the chance to win full jackpots and nonmembers can try to win half jackpots. Don’t forget to play every Tuesday and Wednesday to qualify for the monthly member prize give-away.

BINGO EXTRAVAGANZA

March 6 & 20 and April 3 & 17 6:30 p.m.

Join us for a chance to win a larger jackpot.

BIRTHDAY BINGO

March 14 and April 11

Celebrate your birthday with us and receive a complimentary bingo machine! Randolph Club members only and requires an ID and proof of membership.

GIL’S PUB

Monday-Friday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4-8 p.m. Gil’s Pub is open for lunch and dinner. Enjoy great food in a friendly and safe atmosphere.

FOOD ON THE FLY

Monday-Friday

11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4-8 p.m. Are you tired of cooking at home? Try our menu, which includes salads, burgers, club sandwiches, chicken sandwiches, wraps, chicken tenders, chicken wings, tacos, fries, onion rings and much more. Please call (210) 569-2510 to place your order for on-installation food delivery. Delivery is free for club members, dorm students and orders over $25 and just $2.95 for all others.

RANDOLPH PARR CLUB

AUGER INN

Every Friday • 5–10 p.m. Join us after a long week for a refreshing drink from our friendly bartender.

BIRTHDAY BUFFETS

March 21 and April 18

11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Celebrate your March and April birthday at the Parr Club and enjoy a complimentary lunch buffet at no cost for the birthday member. The cost is $10 for members and $12 for all others. Coupons will not be accepted.

AUGER INN AND GIL’S PUB

MONTHLY DRINK SPECIALS

March

Rosie’s Lemon Gin Rickey, $7 Gin, lemon juice, honey, tonic water and garnished with a lemon

April

Melvin’s The Escape, $7 Rum, pineapple juice and coconut cream with a cherry on top

For the most current information on club events, please follow us on Facebook at randolphclubs.

FORT SAM HOUSTON CENTRAL POST FITNESS CENTER

(210) 221-3593

DEADLIFT COMPETITION

March 1-31 • Mon.-Wed.

6 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Patrons are invited to come see who can deadlift the most weight. This contest will have categories for men and women. The person that deadlifts the most weight in each category will receive a prize at the end of the month.

FIVE-MILE CARDIO CHALLENGE

March 1-31 • Mon.-Fri.

5 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Patrons can use treadmills, spin bikes or rowing machines to complete this challenge. Each patron is to make sure a staff member records their time and distance. At the end of the month prizes will be given to the person with the longest distance on each piece of equipment.

SPRINGTIME BENCH PRESS COMPETITION

April 3-30 • Mon., Wed., and Fri. • 6 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Patrons are invited to see who can bench the most weight. There will be categories for men and women but no weight class. Each patron is to make sure a staff member verifies the weight benched. The man and woman who lift the most weight will be awarded a prize at the end of the month.

CIRCUIT TRAINING

April 3–30 • Tues. • 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. and 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This circuit training will run for a duration of two hours in the morning or afternoon and is designed to increase cardio endurance and core strength. If interested, please give us a call and make an appointment.

JIMMY BROUGHT

FITNESS CENTER

(210) 221-1234

ST.

PATRICK’S DAY SPIN-A-THON

March 18 • 9:30-10:30 a.m. Come out for one hour of non-stop spinning while wearing your St. Pattie’s attire. Cost is $3 per person.

YOGA CLASSES

Tues., Thurs. and Fri. • 11:30 a.m. Experience peace, strength, clarity and balance during these classes. The classes are open to all DoD ID cardholders. The cost is $3 per class or $30 for 12 classes.

THREE-POINT SHOOTING CONTEST

April 15 • 2 p.m. Show off your three-point shooting skills in this contest. The shooters who make the most three-point baskets from the five designated locations will be our new champions. Prizes will be awarded to the top male and female winners.

CYCLING CLASSES

Tues. and Thurs. • 5:30 a.m.

Sat. • 9:15 a.m.

The cost for this high energy cycling class is $3 per class or $30 for 12 classes.

AEROBICS HIGH FITNESS

Tues. and Thurs. • 8 a.m. This is an old-school style aerobics class and open to all.

METC FITNESS CENTER

(210) 808-5709

BRAGGING RIGHTS CHALLENGE BOARD Year-Round

Everyone is welcome to compete against present and former patrons to make it on the METC Challenge Board. Challenges consist of the fastest 2,000-meter row, most weight bench pressed, deadlifted, and lifted in a squat; most pushups, sit-ups, pull-ups, fastest one mile lap and most tire flips completed in two minutes.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY 5K

March 11 • 8 a.m. Dress up in your finest Irish attire for the chance to win a prize. The event takes place at the Pershing Field, bldg. 3212. Transportation will be provided for students, volunteers, and other participants. Pickup and drop off is at the Aquatic Center starting at 7:30 a.m.

NCAA BRACKET MANIA

March 14-April 3

Interested patrons can submit their brackets to the METC Fitness Center staff NLT March 10 to be eligible to compete in the Men’s’ NCAA Contest.

1,000 METER ROW CHALLENGE

April 1-30

Patrons are invited to see who can complete a 1000-meter row in the fastest time. There will be categories for men and women and each patron is to make sure a staff member verifies the distanced rowed. The man and woman who row the most distance will be awarded a prize at the end of the month.

INSTRUCTIONAL CLASSES

C LO’S TOTAL BODY WORKOUT

Mondays and Thursdays • 11:45 a.m. This workout is 45 minutes of dynamic exercise that includes a mixture of cycling and upper/ lower body exercises. This class is for all fitness levels.

CIRCUIT TRAINING

Tuesdays • 11:30 a.m. This 45-minute class is designed to increase cardio endurance and core strength.

are open to all DoD ID cardholders and are free unless stated otherwise.

BOOT CAMP/CIRCUIT TRAINING

Wednesdays • 11:30 a.m.

This class is a mixture of plyometrics strength training, core strengthening and cardiovascular exercises set to upbeat music.

STRONG

Tuesdays. and Thursdays • 8:30 a.m.

This high-intensity bodyweight training workout is choreographed to the beat of the music. Pushups, squats, burpees, and lunges are staples of this routine.

ZUMBA®

Saturday • 11:30 a.m.

Get energized working out to a mix of Latin and Hip Hop geared towards cardio endurance, flexibility, coordination, muscle tone and strength.

LACKLAND

GATEWAY

FITNESS CENTER

(210) 671-1348

HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING CLASS

Mon., Wed., Fri.

11:30 a.m. to noon

Burn more calories in a shorter amount of time in this HIIT workout!

CORE TRAINING CLASS

Tuesdays and Thursdays

11:30 a.m. to noon

Train your core and improve your strength during this class.

TRX ATOMIC PUSH-UP CONTEST

Mon., Wed., Fri. 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Prizes will be awarded to the person who can complete the most atomic push-ups. Equipment is free and available at the front desk. Register in person at the front desk.

KELLY FITNESS CENTER

(210) 925-4848

WELLBEATS® VIRTUAL FITNESS

TRAINING • KELLY FC STUDIO

Monday-Friday • 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Check out our Wellbeats fitness on demand system with touch screen kiosk. It offers 400+ premium fitness instructional classes. Also available 24/7 if registered.

OUTDOOR FUNCTIONAL FITNESS

Monday-Friday • 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Come to the Kelly Fitness Center covered outdoor courts and check out the functional fitness area consisting of two Beaverfit Trailers and an Alpha Warrior Rig.

WARHAWK

FITNESS CENTER

(210) 671-2016

3 ON 3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

March 24 • 2-4 p.m.

Time to test your skill set while the NCAA waits to crown a new champion. This 10-team double elimination style tournament will do just that. Each game will be played to 11 points with a 10-minute time limit. Deadline to sign up is COB on March 20.

“KING OF THE HILL

April 7 • 5-9 p.m.

II” FOUR

ON FOUR VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT

It’s time to crown a new champion so let the bodies fly, balls fall and the net separate the competition. There is a 20-team maximum. The teams will play the best two out of three games to 15 points and a third match to 10 points. Deadline to sign up is COB March 31.

RANDOLPH

RAMBLER

FITNESS CENTER

(210) 652-7263

JUST BEFORE ST. PATRICK’S DAY 5K

March 11 • 7:30 a.m.

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a 5K run/walk at Heritage Park. Giveaways are provided while supplies last.

CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY

April 3 • 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Rambler Fitness Center is hosting a Customer Appreciation Day to thank customers for choosing the Rambler Fitness Center for their workouts. The Fitness Center will provide tours of the facility for patrons to become familiar with the workout areas. There will be giveaways while supplies last. Join the Fitness Center in celebrating a fit tomorrow!

END OF FIESTA 5K

April 29 • 7:30 a.m.

Come out with your best Fiesta gear and join us for an “End of Fiesta” 5K at Heritage Park. Giveaways are provided while supplies last.

RANDOLPH

(210) 652-4653

SPRING BREAK JUNIOR SCHOOL OF GOLF

March 13-17

PGA Teaching Pro Charles Bishop is conducting a junior golf school during spring break. Youth ages 8–15 are invited to participate and learn all aspects of the game. Fundamentals such as stance, grip and posture will be covered as well as the swing, putting and chipping strokes. There will be two sessions each day: 11 a.m. to noon for youth ages 8-11 and 1-2 p.m. for youth ages 12-15. The fee is only $75 per participant!

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO GOLF

LOYALTY LUNCH PROGRAM

Pick up a Lunch Loyalty Card at any JBSA Golf and Bowling location and get a punch for every combo purchased. After 10 punches, customers get the 11th combo free.

DOES YOUR SWING NEED HELP?

FORT SAM HOUSTON

(210) 221-9386

PICK-A-PRO TOURNAMENT

April 8 • 8 a.m. tee times start

Individuals participating in this year’s event will blind draw a PGA Professional that made the cut at the Masters’ Golf Tournament. Format is individual stroke play. Scoring per hole is the combination of the golfer’s score and the pro’s score. The lowest combined scores are the winners. Entry fee is $20 per person and does not include greens fee and cart fee.

the winners. Entry fee is $20 per person and is used as the prize fund. The registration deadline is COB April 6. Fee does not include greens fee and cart fee. Prizes are awarded based on number of entries.

GREENSIDE GRILL

Thurs. • 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Friday-Sunday 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Stop in to visit us on your way to work or before you head out on the course! We have excellent breakfast and lunch options! We also have a great selection of a la carte items or specials.

CLUB FITTING

Are you looking to get fitted for the latest drivers, fairway woods, irons or wedges? Gateway Hills Golf Course offers the latest fitting carts from Callaway, Ping and Mizuno. All fittings are conducted with Voice Caddie SC300 Launch Monitor.

LACKLAND

(210) 671-3466

GATEWAY HILLS PICK-A-PRO

April 8 • 8 a.m. tee times start

Individuals participating in this year’s event will blind draw a PGA Professional that made the cut at the Masters’ Golf Tournament. Format is individual stroke play. Scoring per hole is the combination of the golfer’s score and the pro’s score. The lowest combined scores are

To reserve your spot, call Charles at (210) 244-3415. Reserve your spot early since there is only room for six youth in each age range.

FOOD SPECIALS @ MULLIGANS GRILL!

Tuesday-Saturday

6 a.m. to 2 p.m. We offer a great view and wonderful food at super prices too! Stop in for a hearty breakfast, one of our daily lunch specials or order from our extensive grill menu!

Tues. – Sat.: (6-10:30 a.m.)

Two eggs, sausage or bacon, grits or hashbrown, biscuit or toast, $7

Tues. – Sat.

Lumpia and fried rice, $9

Tues.: Chicken fingers, two sides and medium fountain drink, $9

Wed.: Spaghetti, side salad and medium fountain drink, $9

Thurs.: Chicken fried steak, two sides and medium fountain drink, $9

Fri.: Hamburger, fries and a medium fountain drink, $8.50

Sat.: Hamburger, fries and a medium fountain drink, $8.50

Enjoy the game more and cut a few strokes off the score! Call and make an appointment with our “swing doctors”. The clubs may get bigger, the balls may fly longer, but with the help of our pros your game will also get better! JBSA Golf is home to golf teaching pros who are ready to help you take your game to the next level.

LET US HANDLE YOUR NEXT GOLF FUNCTION

Tournaments, retirements, promotions and sports outings, they can handle them all!

To book your next golf function, call any one of the three courses.

GOLF CLUB PERFORMANCE AND REPAIR

The Randolph Oaks Golf Course offers golf club repair and modification for the JBSA Golf community and can modify clubs to meet your needs! Marty Mendez and Eric Stafki are here to help you with new shafts, grips, a swing weight change, loft or lie angle adjustments, etc. They can be reached Monday–Friday during business hours at (210) 727-2539 (Call or Text).

For more information on any JBSA Golf Program or service, call:

JBSA-FSH: (210) 222-9386

JBSA-LAK: (210) 671-3466

JBSA-RND: (210) 652-4653

Golfers will be sent their start times and all necessary information.

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UNIVERSAL ORLANDO MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION

Now through April 16

Admission to this event is included with your Military Freedom Pass or general admission ticket. Spring is the best time to visit with perfect Florida weather, less crowds than usual, and tasty food and drink offerings.

CASINO TRIPS

KICKAPOO

LUCKY EAGLE CASINO

Eagle Pass, TX

One-Night Stay Package

April 11–12

Travel: Leaves Randolph at 10 a.m. on April 11 and returns at 4:30 p.m. on April 12 (Leaves casino at 1 p.m.)

Includes: Accommodations

Rates: $250 per room based on double occupancy

JUST IN TIME FOR SPRING BREAK

SIX FLAGS FIESTA TEXAS

Call for pricing.

SAN ANTONIO ZOO

Tickets are $22 for adults and $19 for children ages 3-11.

SEAWORLD OF SAN ANTONIO

Tickets are $70.50 per person for ages 3 and older.

LEGOLAND DISCOVERY CENTER SAN ANTONIO

A one-day ticket is $17.45 per person for ages 3 and older.

CITY SIGHTSEEING SAN ANTONIO DOUBLE DECKER BUS

24-Hour Tickets are $22.95 for adults and $12.95 for children ages 5-11.

GO RIO SAN ANTONIO RIVERBOAT CRUISE

Tickets are $10.75 for active-duty military, retirees, veterans, guard and reserve and $7.95 for children ages 1-5.

SPACE CENTER Houston

A one-day ticket is $17.75 per person for ages 4 and older.

USS LEXINGTON

Corpus Christi

Tickets are $14.25 for DoD ID Cardholders and $10.95 for children ages 4-12.

TEXAS STATE AQUARIUM

Corpus Christi Call for pricing.

MEDIEVAL TIMES

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tickets are $49.35 for adults and $35.85 for children ages 3-12.

BROADWAY IN SAN ANTONIO HAIRSPRAY

March 7-12 • Prices range from $48-$108

CHICAGO

April 14-16 • Prices range from $35-$101

All Prices Subject to Change.

SPURS FAITH AND FAMILY NIGHT

Join us on March 19 for Faith and Family Night where your ticket purchase includes a post game talk with David Robinson!

March 30 - April 2

$22-$74 per person

GROUP CRUISES

ALASKAN CRUISE ON ROYAL CARIBBEAN’S OVATION OF THE SEAS

Sept. 22–29

7 Nights/8 Days

Travel: Roundtrip from Seattle to Alaska Inside Passage, Juneau, Skagway, Sitka and Victoria British Columbia

Rates: Start at $840 per person (Excludes airfare, gratuities and travel protection. Prices are based on double occupancy)

ROYAL CARIBBEAN’S ALLURE OF THE SEAS

Oct. 15-22

7 Nights/8 Days

Travel: Roundtrip from Galveston to Roatan Honduras, Costa Maya Mexico and Cozumel Mexico

Rates: Start at $615 per person (Excludes gratuities & travel protection and prices are based on double occupancy)

U.S. CITY BREAKS

LAS VEGAS PACKAGE

March 19–22

April 16-19 and May 14-17

3 Nights/4 Days

Travel: San Antonio to Las Vegas

SANDALS AND BEACHES RESORTS

Includes: Roundtrip airfare, hotel accommodations, and travel protection

Rates: Start at $320 per person. Price is based on two adults

HONOLULU HAWAII FALL GETAWAY PACKAGE

Oct. 5–12

6 Nights/7 Days

Travel: Roundtrip from San Antonio to Honolulu

Includes: Roundtrip airfare, hotel accommodations and travel protection

Rates: Start at $1,200 per person. Price is based on two adults

LET,S START PLANNING!

Most Sandals & Beaches Resorts are available to book through the end of 2024!

Antigua, Bahamas, Barbados, Granada, Jamaica, St. Lucia and Turks & Caicos.

A military preferred vendor.

10% year–round discount added to any existing promotional rate for all U.S. and Canada Military personnel to include active-duty military, retired, reserves, U.S. National Guard, U.S. veterans, U.S. Department of Defense and Canada Department of National Defense.

INTERNATIONAL VACATIONS

IRISH WONDER PACKAGE

April 15-23

8 Nights/9 days

Travel: Roundtrip from San Antonio to Dublin visiting the Cliffs of Moher and the Ring of Kerry

Includes: Roundtrip airfare, fully guided tour, daily breakfasts, some additional meals, gratuities and travel protection

Rates: Start at $2,800 per person. Price is based on two adults

COSTA RICA ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE

June 29–July 3

4 Nights/5 Days

Travel: Roundtrip from San Antonio to Liberia, Costa Rica

Includes: Roundtrip airfare, all-inclusive hotel accommodations, airport transfers and travel protection

Rates: Start at $1,600 per person. Price is based on two adults

SPANISH EXPERIENCE PACKAGE

Aug. 4-13

8 Nights/9 Days

Travel: Roundtrip from San Antonio to Madrid, Seville, Granada, and Barcelona

PACKAGE

NICKELODEON RESORTS PUNTA CANA ALL INCLUSIVE

June 18-24

6 Nights/7 Days

Travel: Roundtrip from San Antonio to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Includes: Roundtrip airfare, airport transfers, travel protection and 5-star all-inclusive hotel accommodations

Rates: Start at $2,000 per person. Price is based on two adults and two children

Includes: Roundtrip airfare, fully guided tour, daily breakfasts, some additional meals, gratuities and travel protection

Rates: Start at $3,500 per person. Price is based on two adults

For more information about any of these packages, please call Leisure Travel at (210) 671-7111.

FORT SAM HOUSTON FRESH LOOK FEDERAL RESUMES

March 29 • 1-4 p.m.

Take a fresh look at federal resumes and the hiring process by learning how to decode a federal job description, tips for preparing a SAR statement and tailor your resume

FINANCIAL READINESS SYMPOSIUM

March 30 • 9 a.m. to noon

Do you want to improve your financial posture? This symposium covers a variety of financial topics and educational sessions from money management to budgeting, retirement and more. Register for this in-person event at https://e.afit.edu/df57BBG.

LACKLAND SPOUSE CONNECTIONS

March 7 • 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Have you heard about the Five & Thrive initiative? Through prevention measures, promoting best practices and building a community, this meeting targets spouses’ top five challengeschildcare, education, healthcare, housing and employment. Explores available resources with dedicated experts. Quality of Life issues directly tie into readiness, resiliency and retention, which impacts mission execution. First sergeants, commanders, spouses, and key spouses are encouraged to attend at the M&FRC.

MILITARY SPOUSE EXPO & HIRING EVENT

March 28 • 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Discover resources to help achieve your employment goals and participate in round table discussions led by industry professionals. Participate in breakout sessions for tips to

EARTH DAY CELEBRATION

April 22 • 1-3 p.m.

FORT SAM HOUSTON SHOW & TELL

March 11 • 1-2:30 p.m.

Did you love “show and tell” in grade school? Bring your favorite object to speak about for our show and tell event. This is open to all ages. No weapons, food or live animals allowed.

Celebrate Earth Day with us as we decorate birdhouses, make pine-cone art, and chat about recycling and ways to make our world a little cleaner and brighter. Open to all ages.

LACKLAND

ROBOTIC AND CODING CLUB MONTH

March 4 • 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Join our first Robotic and Coding Club kickoff and meet Dash and Dot to get rolling with coding! In this club, teens ages 13-17 will progressively learn how coding and robotics come together every Saturday. Limited space available.

improve your resume, LinkedIn profile and learn how to stand out from a crowd. Network with over 25 employers who are looking to hire military spouses. This event is held in partnership with Workforce Solutions Alamo at the JBSA-Lackland Gateway Club, Bldg. 2490.

RANDOLPH USAJOBS NAVIGATION & FEDERAL RESUME

March 28 & April 28 • 9-11 a.m. Discuss the federal hiring process, learn how to navigate the USAJOBS site and how to create a federal resume. Held at the M&FRC.

MATRIMONEY-MONEY & MARRIAGE

March 30 • 10-11 a.m. Did you know money is one of the leading issues in creating relationship problems? Explore common concerns, emotional connections to financial matters, goal setting strategies and practicing effective communication at the M&FRC.

EFMP ORIENTATION

April 3 • noon to 1:30 p.m. Gain a better understanding of the Exceptional Family Member Program, who qualifies and how it can help your family during this virtual workshop.

JBSA M&FRC

Classes and services are offered through different modes: inperson only, on-line only and hybrid mix. Open to all DoD ID cardholders. Registration is required. To register, call one of the following numbers.

Fort Sam Houston: (210) 221-2705 or email 802fss.fsyr.centerbox@us.af.mil

Lackland: (210) 671-3722 or email 802fss.fsfr@us.af.mil

Randolph: (210) 652-5321 or email randolphmfrc@us.af.mil

JBSA ANNUAL VOLUNTEER AWARDS CEREMONY

April 19 • 1-3 p.m.

Volunteers play an integral role in our community and make a significant impact on the lives of others. Join us as we recognize their contributions during the ceremony at the JBSA-Fort Sam Houston M&FRC or virtually on Facebook Live. For more information, call (210) 221-2705.

March 13-17

Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math! Explore STEAM related activities this spring break. Open to ages 5-13.

PLANT SWAP PARTY

March 25 • Noon to 3 p.m.

You had me at Aloe… Join us for our first ever Plant Swap Party. Bring in healthy plants,

clippings, seedlings, seeds and houseplants to swap with other plant enthusiasts and make new friends. Be sure to label your item and include care instructions.

ADOPT A PET CLOUD EVENT

April 15 • 1:30-3:30 p.m. Have you ever wanted a pet that doesn't shed, is clean, quiet and way cooler than a cat or a dog? Adopt a pet cloud! Celebrate your new family addition with crafts and activities. Open to ages 6-17.

RANDOLPH

MARVELOUS SPRING BREAK

March 14-18

Do you dream of living in the Marvel Universe? Find out if you have what it takes to be your own superhero. Participate in crafts and activities throughout the week to put your superpowers to the test. Open to ages 6 and older.

PEEP-O-RAMA

April 1 • 2 p.m.

Use your imagination and take cues from history, pop culture, trends and more to create a unique Peep’s marshmallow diorama masterpiece. Open to all ages

GROW YOUR OWN PIZZA

April 6 • 12:30 p.m. Did someone say pizza? Explore the history of pizza, learn about growing your own ingredients, make biodegradable pots and sample a slice! Open to ages 16 and older.

WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY

HOW TO START A GARDEN 101

March 22 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Do you want to learn how to acquire a green thumb? Learn how to start a successful garden with us at Lackland Outdoor Recreation. We will be going over the basics of gardening flowers, vegetables, and herbs. Be prepared to get your hands dirty! The cost of this workshop is $15. All ages welcome (minors must be accompanied by an adult or guardian).

HOW TO BOIL CRAWFISH 101

April 12 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

It’s crawfish season so join us to learn some helpful tips and tricks to starting and serving a proper Texan crawfish boil. This workshop includes a plate of delicious Cajun food after the lesson! The cost of this workshop is $15. All ages welcome (minors must be accompanied by an adult or guardian).

To register, please call (210) 925-5532 or (210) 868-3206 or visit us at Lackland Outdoor Recreation.

JBSA-LACKLAND OUTDOOR RECREATION

JBSA-Lackland Outdoor Recreation conducts Workshop Wednesday courses once a month highlighting various useful outdoor skills.

ALL LOCATIONS

EQUIPMENT RENTAL

Monday-Friday • 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Spring is in the air and Outdoor Recreation (ODR) has all your gardening needs covered. Check out their large selection of hand tools, or if you need something a little more robust, they have string trimmers, tillers and electric pole saws. Now that your garden is ready, why not rent a bouncy castle and some yard games to put that ‘Spring’ back in your step. Are you ready for some fishing or water-fun adventures? They have fishing boats, pontoons and ski boats to get you out on the water and into the action. Are you dreaming big for Spring Break? ODR has rental RV campers, travel trailers and more to make your time unforgettable. For a complete price list, please log on to: jbsatoday.com and look at any of the ODR brochures. Items may vary at each location.

BOAT RENTAL

March and April are great months to hit your favorite water spots around San Antonio and surrounding areas. Be sure to reserve the boat of your choice from our selection of pontoon boats, ski boats and bass boats. Outdoor Recreation requires a DoD ID card and a boater’s safety course certificate from Texas Parks and Wildlife to rent a motorized watercraft over 15HP.

RV PARK

The RV Park has 74 full hookup RV pull-through sites with water, sewage and electricity. There are also two shower facilities and two laundry facilities for customer convenience. All sites are 30/50 amp. Every site has a patio with a picnic table and 69 sites have a grill. There is a maximum stay limit of 30 days and reservations are taken up to 90 days in advance.

The rates are: Daily: $30, Weekly: $180, Monthly: $650 and Sponsored Visitor: $35 For more information, call (210) 221-5502.

EQUESTRIAN CENTER

(210) 563-2526

RIDING LESSONS

The Equestrian Center offers equine therapy sessions and riding lessons for all ages/ levels in both English/Western disciplines. Horses, saddles, and helmets (if you don’t have your own) are provided. Patrons must be at least seven years old. Lessons are by appointment only. Give us a call for prices and package deals.

prior to their appointment time. Adults must accompany children under the age of 13. The Equestrian Center also offers parent-led pony rides for $10 for children that don’t meet the trail ride requirements. Adults must accompany their children and availability is on a first-come, first-served basis. Weekday trail rides, group rides, team-building rides and pony rides are also available by appointment.

HORSE BOARDING

The Equestrian Center has paddocks and stalls for boarding your horse, a covered arena, two outdoor rings, round pen, wash racks, a hot-walker and many more amenities. Active-duty military personnel have priority.

CAMP BULLIS

(210) 925-7577/7529

LICENSE TO CARRY (LTC) CLASSES

March 11 & 25 and April 8 & 22 • 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The classes are held at the Camp Bullis Rod-N-Gun Recreation Center. Students must be 21 years old to register for the class unless they are active-duty military. You need to be familiar with your firearm, no first-time shooters. Students must also meet federal qualifications to purchase a handgun. The cost of the class is $80. Successful completion of this class is recommended before purchasing a handgun. To register, go to www.ltcregistration.com and select “Register for Class” and then select “Dan WillisLeatherneck Arms.” For more information, call Mr. Dan Willis at (210) 363-2332 or the RNGRC at (210) 295-7577 or (210) 296-7529.

3D ARCHERY COMPETITION

March 4-5 and April 1-2

AT ALL JBSA OUTDOOR RECREATION LOCATIONS

BOATER’S SAFETY

This is a great time to take advantage of all the great boating available at the JBSA Recreation Park at Canyon Lake and surrounding lakes.

Outdoor Recreation requires a Boater’s Safety Course certificate from Texas Parks and Wildlife in order for customers to rent their powered boats.

• BoatUS.org

• Boat-ed.com

• BOATsmartexam.com

• iLearnToBoat.com

The Kayak and Canoe safety course is required for non-powered boating equipment. Go to www.boaterexam.com/ paddling/ or patrons can watch the video at Outdoor Recreation.

If taking an online safety training course, patrons must bring proof of completion before renting.

FORT SAM HOUSTON

(210) 221-5224

RESALE LOT

Are you interested in selling a vehicle? To place a vehicle in the Resale Lot, patrons must have proof of insurance, registration and the vehicle must be in their name. Call for more information about pricing.

TRAIL RIDES AND PONY RIDES

Reservations required for all trail rides.

Trail rides cost $30 and are available for patrons 54 inches and taller and that weigh no more than 200 pounds. It is also important that the riders be able to manage the horse themselves. All riders must arrive 30 minutes

The 3D Archery Range consists of a course with 30 life-like animal targets such as bears, black panthers, deer and alligators. The targets are set up between 5 & 55 yards at various distances. Traditional (Long Bows and Recurve Bows) and Compound Bows are allowed but no Crossbows. The RNGRC has Recurve Bows available to rent for $15 each. Registration for the Competition Shoot is 8-10 a.m. and participants may start the course as soon as registered. The cost is $10 for E-1 through E-4,

For

more information or to make reservations, call

JBSA-Camp Bullis: (210) 295-7577/7529

JBSA-Fort Sam Houston: (210) 221-5224/5225

JBSA-Fort Sam Houston

Equestrian Center: (210) 224-7207

JBSA-Lackland: (210) 925-5532/5533

JBSA-Randolph: (210) 652-5142

Hours of Operation at all three locations are: Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

active-duty or medically retired and $20 for ages 13 and older.

The Fun Shoot registration is 8-11 a.m. and participants may start the course as soon as registered. The cost is $5 for E1 through E4, activeduty or medically retired, $15 for ages 13 and older and $5 for youth 12 and younger.

ARCHERY RANGE

Thursday-Monday

8 a.m. to 3:50 p.m.

The Rod-n-Gun Recreation Center offers an outdoor archery range with targets ranging from 10 to 60 yards at 10-yard intervals. The targets at the range are crossbow rated. A daily pass is $5. The cost for an annual pass is $40 and $65 for a family of two. Each additional family member is $5. A DoD ID cardholder can sponsor up to two Non-DoD ID cardholders for $5 per person. The Range at Camp Bullis is 100% ID Check. All guests must report to the RNGRC and present a DoD ID card. Guests must be in the same vehicle as the sponsor.

SPORTSMAN RANGE (GUN RANGE)

Saturdays & Sundays

9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Patrons must be age 10 and older and be with a valid DoD ID cardholder. All shooters must come inside to sign in. Cost per day is $10 for E-4 and below, $10 per DoD ID cardholder and $15 per Non-DoD ID cardholder. DoD ID cardholders can sponsor two Non-DoD ID cardholders. Please call before coming out to check on weather and unit training restrictions.

LACKLAND

(210) 925-5532/5533

WALKING/RUNNING TRAILS

JBSA Lackland has 100+ acres of walking and running trails that run from JBSA LAK Outdoor Recreation to Gillum Fitness Center all the way to Stillman Park. Bring the family to enjoy the outdoors in a nature walk. There are plenty of bird species, wildflowers, turtles and catch and release fishing in Leon Creek. We have even seen deer at Stillman Park. You are welcome

to bring your dogs but please remember to keep them on a leash and clean up after them.

ENCHANTED ROCK RAPPELLING TRIP

March 26 • 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Join us on a Hill Country adventure where we will summit the famous Enchanted Rock and rappel from the top. As we hike our way to the top, we’ll learn all about the cultural history, geology and flora & fauna of Enchanted Rock. We will team up with “Rock About” climbing outfitters and perform multiple rappels with the longest one being over 300 feet long! We will also have an opportunity to eat lunch at “Old German Bakery and Restaurant” in Fredericksburg before our adventure.

The cost of this program is $130. Ages 18 and older are welcome. The program includes roundtrip transportation. To register, please call us at (210) 925-5532 or (210) 868-3206 or visit us at Lackland Outdoor Recreation.

GOVERNMENT CANYON DINOSAUR HIKE

April 29 • 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Join us on a seven-mile interpretive guided hike through Government Canyon where you can see real dinosaur tracks in person. You’ll be able to learn all about the dinosaurs that left these footprints and about local flora and fauna that call San Antonio home. The cost of this program is $20. All ages are welcome (minors must be accompanied by an adult or guardian). The program includes roundtrip transportation. To register, please call us at (210) 925-5532 or (210) 868-3206 or visit us at Lackland Outdoor Recreation.

ENCHANTED ROCK

RANDOLPH

(210) 652-5640

SPRING CAMPING PROMOTION

March

The package includes one 4-6 person tent, four sleeping bags, four mats, one lantern and one cooking stove. The cost to rent for one day is $42 or $70 for a weekend.

RANDOLPH ARCHERY RANGE

The Randolph Archery Range is located between Eberle Park and the East RV lot and is ready for target practice. Archery passes can be purchased at Outdoor Recreation, bldg. 895. The cost for the daily pass is $5, cost for an annual pass is $40 and $65 for a family of two. Each additional family member is $5.

EBERLE PARK

Be sure to consider Eberle Park when planning your next family gathering or office party. Eberle Park must be reserved prior to use. You can rent each pavilion for $35, the grill and serving house for $20 each and all the facilities for only $50.

Get your

Texas Parks and

Wildlife Hunting and Fishing License here at...

Lackland and Randolph Outdoor Recreation Centers

• TX Resident Active-Duty Military Super Combo Package (No Charge)

• Disabled Veteran Super Combo Package

No charge (Disability rating of 50% or more and proof must be provided)

• License year begins Aug. 31 and licenses are available for purchase Aug. 15

Download Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Outdoor Manual Hunting, Fishing & Boating Regulations at OutdoorAnnual.com.

WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY

JBSA-Lackland Outdoor Recreation conducts new Workshop Wednesday courses.

GO TO PAGE 19

TO FIND OUT MORE

CLICK ON THE QR CODE TO SEE WHAT JBSA OUTDOOR RECREATION HAS TO OFFER. EACH LOCATION HAS A LINK TO THEIR EQUIPMENT RENTAL BROCHURE, WHERE YOU CAN FIND RENTAL ITEMS AND PRICING.

ANNUAL PASS SAVES YOU MONEY!

Purchase a Joint Base San Antonio Recreation Park at Canyon Lake annual pass for $100. Buy one and enjoy the lake all year. This pass gets you into the both Sunny Side and Hancock Cove sides of the park. Otherwise, the daily entry fee for the park is $15 per visit, per vehicle. Annual passes include a vehicle and boat/trailer pass and are valid for one year from date of issue. You can also buy a spousal pass for an additional $35 as long as they are over 18 and have a valid DoD ID card.

SUMMER BREAK RESERVATIONS

Don’t miss out on this year’s opportunity to get out to Canyon Lake with your family. We have facilities to fit every budget and desire. We have the lodging accommodations you are looking for, from the primitive camping experience to our premium, three-bedroom cottages that overlook beautiful Canyon Lake. Lodging ranges from sleeping a family of four in one of our cozy bungalows, to hosting a large family of up to six in one of the cottages. We have it at all at JBSA Recreation Park at Canyon. Please note that we also have several pet-friendly facilities that are available upon request. Give us a call to reserve your spot.

PADDLE TOY SPECIAL

March and April

Rent a kayak, paddleboard or canoe for one hour and get the second hour free! Now is a great time to save money and paddle your cares away!

BOAT DRIVING COURSE

March 11 & 25 and April 15 & 29 • 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Learn how to drive a boat safely at the JBSA Recreation Park at Canyon Lake Hancock Cove Marina. This two-hour boat driving course covers boat operation, rules of the water and safety guidelines. The cost for the class is $40 per person and there are limited spots. Give us a call to reserve your spot. You must have taken the Boater’s Safety Course through Texas Parks and Wildlife to be able to take this course.

KAYAK AND PADDLE BOARD CLASS

March 11 & 25 and April 15 & 29 • 10 a.m. to noon

Please join us at JBSA Recreation Park Hancock Cove beach for a two-hour class on the kayaks and paddle boards. The cost for this class is $20 person. Give us a call to reserve your spot.

STAR GAZING

March 11 and April 1

8:30-9:30 p.m.

Join us for a star gazing class on the lake. See the solar system and beyond like never before though powerful telescopes. We should have excellent views of many of the planets in our solar system in addition to constellations and deep space objects this time of year. This is open to all DoD ID cardholders. The price for this class is $10 for children 12 and younger and $20 for age 13 and

older. Give us a call to reserve your spot. Start time may vary or the class may be rescheduled due to weather or low visibility.

BEYOND THE MARINA BOAT TOURS

March 18 and April 1 & 22 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Enjoy a 1.5 hour chauffeured boat tour around Canyon Lake. Encounter breath taking scenic views; discover the lake’s history and the town that still resides beneath. Open to all DoD ID cardholders. The cost for the tour is $30 per adult and $15 per child 12 and younger. Give us a call to reserve your spot.

MARINA/BOAT RENTAL

For boat rentals and Marina information, please email jbsamarinasuper@gmail.com.

BOATER’S SAFETY

JBSA Recreation Park at Canyon Lake requires a Boater’s Safety Course certificate from Texas Parks and Wildlife in order for customers to rent their powered boats.

• BoatUS.org

• Boat-ed.com

• BOATsmartexam.com

• iLearnToBoat.com

The kayak and canoe course is required for non-powered boating equipment. Go to www.boaterexam.com/paddling/ or patrons can watch the video at any JBSA Outdoor Recreation Center.

If taking an online safety training course, patrons must bring proof of completion before renting.

LODGING OR TO SIGN UP FOR A CLASS/COURSE/TOUR

For more information, call (830) 964-3576 or email jbsalodgingres@gmail.com.

Dreaming...

of lake days

JBSA Recreation Park at Canyon Lake

When someone thinks of spring break, two kinds of trips might come to mind. Maybe the perfect week-long getaway that centers around a quiet day in the shade, the sounds of nature floating on the soft breeze and a cool drink that hits the spot. Or maybe it’s a weekend filled with sounds of laughter that can lift the soul and sunshine glinting off water as blue as the sky. Days that feel like they should last a lifetime.

The Joint Base San Antonio Recreation Park at Canyon Lake can make both dreamy vacations a reality for DoD ID cardholders. This leisure destination encompasses approximately 400 acres. The property includes three beaches, a rental marina, a wet-storage marina, a general store, five different types of lodging options, and numerous tent and recreational vehicle campsites to fit a variety of party sizes and needs.

Located approximately one hour northeast of JBSA Lackland, Fort Sam Houston and Randolph, the recreation site can be visited by day guests or overnight guests with reservations. Reservations can also be made for watercraft rentals and special events such as Star Gazing and Dutch Oven Classes.

RELAX

Once patrons check in, the possibilities for fun and relaxation are endless. Guests looking for adventures at any level can find something enjoyable during their visit. Perhaps it’s turning the pages of a good book while lounging under the trees, taking a boat out to catch that monster of a fish, or going for an early morning jog through the sand and catching sight of local deer eating their breakfast. Competitive spirits can also take advantage of the sand volleyball court or soccer field to remind their party of who’s got the best game.

Taking a break from activities, visitors can settle in at picnic tables for a simple barbecue using one of the available grills, roast a marshmallow, or relax in their air-conditioned lodging with a meal prepared in a full kitchen.

The staff continually strives to provide the best amenities they can for the local DoD community. In 2022, new bungalows, bunk houses and ski boats were added to the inventory. In 2023, they are getting four more fish/ski boats and five pontoon boats. Additionally, visitors can expect to see more cottages and possibly yurts along with updated roads and a renewed country store.

Winter weather is fading, so why not kick start spring with a visit to the JBSA Recreation Center at Canyon Lake. A new, dreamy adventure is waiting for you!

Eligibility:

Active-duty military, retirees and DoD civilian ID cardholders can have up to nine guests accompany them during their stay. Veterans with a Veteran Health Identification Card indicating “service connected” can have up to four guests accompany them after completing a vetting process at one of the JBSA visitor centers.

For more information or for reservations, please call (830) 964-3576 or email JBSAlodgingres@gmail.com.

FORT SAM HOUSTON

For more information about JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Youth Programs, call (210) 221-3502.

PRE-TEEN LOCK-IN

March 3-4 • 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.

Join your friends at Patch Chaffee Youth Programs for a night of fun activities, food and a field trip. Cost is $35 for registered members ages 9-12. Sign up through CYPBMS by March 1.

SPRING BREAK PARTY AT THE PARKER HOUSE

March 10 • 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Start your Spring Break off right at the W. Ed Parker Youth Programs. We will have karaoke, food and plenty of games for everyone. This is free to active members. Sign up through CYPBMS by March 6.

FAMILY SKATE NIGHT

March 10 and April 21 • 7-9 p.m.

Join us for the monthly family skate night at the Patch Chaffee Youth Center. Plan on bringing your own skates as our inventory is limited for popular or hard to find sizes. Each family will receive one door prize ticket. The theme for March is “Spring Into Skating” and the theme for April is “Disco Fever”. Register through CYPBMS for the March event by March 6 and for the April event by April 17.

PRE-TEEN PARK DAY

March 18 • 2-5 p.m.

Youth members, age 9-12, will experience sights of San Antonio during the fun-filled field trip. Cost is $20 per youth member. Activities and food tastings will introduce you to all of the wonderful family-friendly sites in the San Antonio area. Sign up through CYPBMS by March 15.

TEEN TOP GOLF TRIP

April 22 • 1-5 p.m.

Teens ages 13-18 are invited to enjoy an afternoon of swinging the golf club with your Fort Sam Houston Youth Center friends and staff. The cost of the event is $20 and open to all active members. To sign up, call Youth Programs at (210) 221-3502 by April 17.

LACKLAND

For more information about JBSA-Lackland Youth Programs, call (210) 671-2388.

PRE-TEEN SCREAM GREEN LOCK-IN

March 10 & 11 • 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.

Pre-teens ages 9-12 are invited to attend the green themed lock-in, where attendees will dress in green, eat green colored food and enjoy a field trip. Sign up through CYPBMS by March 2. The cost of this fun-filled evening is $35.

CULINARY ARTS DRIVE-THRU

March 14 • 4:30-6 p.m. This event is free to active youth members and their families. Teen culinary club members are creating a home-made chili dog with baked fries. Come early because plates fly out fast.

COLLEGE BASKETBALL WATCH PARTY MADNESS

March 23-25 & March 27-31 and April 3 • 5-8 p.m.

The madness is upon us!!

Preteens and teens are invited to join us for watch parties and pick up hoop games. Check us out and you may walk home with a door prize. This is a free event.

COLLEGE BASKETBALL FINALS TEEN TRIP

April 1 • 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Teens should mark your calendar, register and get ready to experience the college basketball finals in Houston, TX. The cost is $65 per youth. We are limited to 12 teens so register early. Sign up through CYPBMS by March 17.

VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION & COACH RECRUITING NIGHT

April 18 • 5–7 p.m.

Join us as we celebrate our volunteers. There will be door prizes for our seasoned volunteers and those who want to join our team.

RANDOLPH

For more information about JBSA-Randolph Youth Programs, call (210) 652-3298.

SKATE NIGHT

March 24 and April 21 • 7-9 p.m. Youth ages 9 and older are invited to come roll with us at our monthly skate night. There will be music, games, and FUN! Concessions will be available for purchase. Cost

is $10 for members and $12 for nonmembers. Sign up through CYPBMS for the March event by March 23 and for the April event by April 20.

GLOW IN THE DARK DODGEBALL

April 7 • 7-9 p.m.

What are the five “Ds” of Dodgeball? Dive, Dip, Duck, Dodge and DARK! We’re inviting all teens, ages 9-18, out for an exhilarating evening of dodgeball under the black light! Cost to attend is $8 for members and $10 for nonmembers. There will be concessions available for purchase. Sign up through CYPBMS by April 3 or for more information, call (210) 652-3298.

TEEN COUNCIL

April 13 • 6-7:30 p.m.

Installation teens will have the opportunity to provide feedback and give input geared towards programs and special events. This event is free and open to all teens affiliated with JBSA-Randolph. There will be food, drinks and lots of fun to be had.

March 25 from 6-10 p.m.

All JBSA youth, ages 9-18, are invited to experience a Junior Taste of JBSA held at JBSA-Randolph Youth Programs. Youth will enjoy samples of delicious food, specialty drinks and activities throughout the evening. The cost is $12 for this fun filled evening. Sign up through CYPBMS by March 20.

Child & Youth Programs Business Management System (CYPBMS) Registration Process

New registrations and payments for child care, camps, clinics, events/programs, instructional classes and youth sports are completed through our CYPBMS. Please ensure you log in to https://parent.afcyp.com to set up your family profile or register for our programs and activities. For assistance, please contact your local Youth Programs.

Month of the Military Child

We celebrate military children throughout the world during

April!

April is set aside to honor the sacrifices and courage of the youngest members of our military community. Military children are born into a life of separation, deployments, repeated moves and in some cases parental injuries. They face all of these challenges with a strength and confidence far beyond their years. Military children face change head on and are some of the most adaptable and resilient people you will ever meet.

JBSA Purple Up Event

Saturday, April 1 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

All JBSA families are invited out to JBSA-Randolph's Heritage Park to join JBSA Child & Youth Programs in celebrating our amazing military youth. This great family event includes games, food, interactive inflatables, give aways, crafts, outdoor sports activities and lots of fun! LET’S PURPLE UP JBSA!

For more information, please contact JBSA-Randolph Youth Programs at (210) 652-3298.

We know this was not a life you chose but is the life you live, and you live it well!

There are many ways you can celebrate throughout the month. However, one very visible way is by participating in “Purple Up for Military Kids” on Tuesday, April 14. Purple is the color used to represent all branches of service and communities throughout Texas will be wearing purple on this day as a way of showing thanks and support for military youth.

Members of the 502d Force Support Squadron salute military children everywhere!

MOMC activities to enjoy at your child’s CYS program

FORT SAM HOUSTON LACKLAND RANDOLPH

SCHOOL-AGE CARE

PURPLE UP BASH

April 14 • 4-5 p.m.

YOUTH PROGRAMS

MOMC CARNIVAL

April 7 • 5-7 p.m.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS

MOMC PARADE

April 14 • 3:30-5 p.m.

SCHOOL-AGE CARE MOMC LOCK-IN

March 31 • 7 p.m. to Midnight

YOUTH PROGRAMS MOMC FESTIVAL

April 14 • 5-8 p.m.

GATEWAY CDC

MOMC PARADE

April 21 • 3-4 p.m.

LACKLAND CDC

PURPLE UP PARADE

April 14 • 3-4 p.m.

KELLY CDC

PURPLE EXPLOSION DAY

April 14 • 3-5 p.m.

SCHOOL-AGE CARE

MOMC SPIRIT WEEK

April 3-7

YOUTH PROGRAMS

MOMC SKATE NIGHT

April 21 • 7-9 p.m.

CDC (MAIN)

MOMC FAMILY FUN DAY

April 28 • 3:30-5 p.m.

CDC (ANNEX) PAINT WITH A TWIST

April 16 • 3-4:30 p.m.

For more information, contact your local CDC, School-Age Care Program or Youth Programs.

SAM HOUSTON COMMUNITY CENTER PURSE BINGO

April 27 • 6 p.m.

Grab your friends and join us for a chance to win a designer purse by playing some exciting games of bingo. Refreshments will be provided, and adult beverages will be available for purchase. The cost is $40 per pack. This event is open to all adult DoD ID cardholders but there will be limited seating. Patrons may start making reservations April 4. For more information or to make reservations, please call (210) 808-6262 or email us at ftsamevents@gmail.com.

EASTER EGG HUNT

ARNOLD HALL COMMUNITY CENTER

April 8 • 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Bring your pups and let them go wild in this exciting doggy edition of a classic Easter egg hunt. This is an event the whole family can enjoy while your pooch hunts for over 1,000 eggs. There will be photos with the Easter Bunny, a pup parade, vendors, concessions and more! All breeds are welcome. This event is free to attend but costs $5 per pet to participate in the egg hunt. For more information or to register, call (210) 671-2619 or email arnoldhallevents@gmail.com.

Keep up to date on all upcoming events by following us on Facebook and Instagram @ArnoldHallCC.

JBSA-FORT SAM HOUSTON

AQUATICS

LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION CLASS

March 4 & 5, March 11 & 12, March 18 & 19 or March 25 & 26

8 a.m. to 4 p.m. • Cost $180 per person

DO YOU NEED A PLACE FOR YOUR NEXT EVENT?

Are you interested in a great place to hold your next special event or are you new to the area and looking for a place to participate in community activities? If the answer is yes, then check out the JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Community Center. We have five rooms that can be configured to hold all types of events. We specialize in promotions, retirements, change of commands and have experience hosting conferences, summits, team building events and holiday parties. We would love to help you out, so please give us a call at (210) 808-6262 or email us at ftsamevents@gmail.com.

This class is for people interested in being certified as a lifeguard and is required for employment as a GS-2 Lifeguard this summer. Attendees will be trained in water rescues, CPR, AED and first aid. Successful completion will earn you a two-year certification as a lifeguard. Attendees must be able to swim 300 yards without stopping, tread water for two minutes without using your hands and complete a timed event where you swim 20 yards, retrieve a 10-pound object off the bottom and return to the start line swimming on your back with the weight on your chest and both hands on the weight. Attendees must be at least 15 years old.

WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR CLASS

March 13-17 • Mon.-Fri. • 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. • Cost $180 per person

This class is for people who want to learn how to teach swimming lessons. This Red Cross class is one of the required certifications to be hired as a Water Safety Instructor this summer. Participants must be able to swim 25 yards of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke, elementary backstroke and 20 yards of butterfly at the Level 4 to get in the class. Attendees must be at least 16 years old. Lifeguard Certification is not required for the class.

For more information, or to sign up for either course, email fshlifeguard@gmail.com or call (210) 221-4887.

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