Thunderbolt 2/23/2023

Vol. 51, No. 8

Thursday, February 23, 2023

Operation Blue Horizon - page 10

News/Features: page 3 Vice Chief’s Challenge

News/Features: page 3 Found his calling

Week in photos: page 4 Images from the week

Photo by Airman 1st Class Derrick Bole

Community: page 19 Events, Chapel, more...

A U.S. Navy hospital corpsman briefs an Army flight medic on the Tactical Combat Casualty Care performed on a manikin during Operation Blue Horizon 2023 at MacDill Air Force Base Jan. 30. Operation Blue Horizon was a joint force medical readiness exercise with the Navy, Army, and Air Force.

COMMENTARY

DoD releases policies ensuring access to non-covered reproductive health care U.S. Department of Defense On Oct. 20, 2022, the Secretary of Defense released a memorandum, “Ensuring Access to Reproductive Health Care,” directing the Department to take a series of actions to ensure Service members and their families are able to access non-covered reproductive health care. These policies reinforce the Secretary of Defense’s commitment to taking care of our people, ensuring their health and well-being, and ensuring the Force remains ready and resilient.

Today, the Department of Defense has released the directed policies on command notification of pregnancy, administrative absence for noncovered reproductive health care, and travel allowances for non-covered reproductive health care. These policies will be effective within 30 days from today to allow the Military Departments time to implement and incorporate these policies into their Service regulations, and to allow time for Service specific guidance to be developed.

The policy on command notification of pregnancy provides Service members the time and flexibility to make private health care decisions while accounting for the responsibility placed on commanders to meet operational requirements and protect the health and safety of those in their care. This policy standardizes and extends the time frame for Service members to inform their commanders about a pregnancy, generally allowing Service members until up to 20 weeks of pregnancy to notify their commanders of their pregnancy status, with limited exceptions to account for specific military duties, occupational health hazards, and medical conditions.

The policy for administrative absence for non-covered reproductive health care provides Service members the ability to request an admin-

istrative absence from their normal duty station to access non-covered reproductive health care without being charged leave. Service members may be granted an administrative absence to access, or to accompany a dual-military spouse or a dependent to access, non-covered reproductive health care.

Travel and transportation allowances may be authorized for Service members and dependents to travel to access non-covered reproductive health care. Travel and transportation allowances may be authorized when access to non-covered reproductive health care services is not available within the local area of the member’s permanent duty station, temporary duty location, or the last location the dependent was transported on Government orders. The non-covered reproductive health care is at the Service member’s expense.

Our Service members and their families do not control where they are stationed, and due to the nature of military service, are frequently required to travel or move to meet operational requirements. The efforts taken by the Department today will not only ensure that Service members and their families are afforded time and flexibility to make private health care decisions, but will also ensure Service members are able to access non-covered reproductive health care regardless of where they are stationed.

For more information on the Department’s actions on non-covered reproductive health care, visit: www.health.mil/EnsuringAccesstoReproductiveHealth.

For comprehensive information and resources related to women’s and gender-specific care, information about reproductive health, and information about the full range of contraception methods, and TRICARE benefits for contraceptive services, visit: https://health.mil/MIlitary-HealthTopics/Womens-Health.

Be sure to visit the official 6th Air Refueling Wing website at www.macdill.af.mil COMMANDER’S ACTION LINE The Action Line provides two-way communication between the 6th Air Refueling Wing commander and the MacDill community. Personnel may submit questions, concerns or comments via email to macdillwingcommander@us.af.mil or Facebook @6thARWCommandTeam

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NEWS/FEATURES Vice Chief’s Challenge calls Airmen to operationalize Agile Combat Employment Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs WASHINGTON (AFNS)—The Department of the Air Force 2023 Vice Chief ’s Challenge begins Feb. 21. Its goal is to find innovative responses to challenges affecting Agile Combat Employment.

ACE is designed to increase survivability while generating combat power in geographically dispersed locations. Announced last year, ACE intends to be both proactive and reactive in addressing threats.

Airmen can submit their ideas here. Submissions are due between Feb. 21–May 22.

“We have heard the call to Accelerate Change or Lose from Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr.; he has set the vision for the force we need to become. Through the Operational Imperatives, Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall has refined our focus on delivering threat-informed capabilities that the force needs to prevail,” said Air Force Vice Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin. “The changing character of war will privilege lethality, speed, agility, and resilience – acceleration matters.”

This year’s challenge focuses on two key areas: See CHALLENGE, Page 14

U.S. Air Force graphic by Douglas Landry

The Department of the Air Force 2023 Vice Chief’s Challenge begins Feb. 21. The goal is to find innovative responses to challenges affecting Agile Combat Employment. Submissions are due by May 22.

German-American finds calling in the Air Force

by Airman 1st Class Michael Killian 6th Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs

Have you ever felt dissatisfied with your career or unappreciated in your workplace?

This is how U.S. Air Force Senior Airman David Larsen, 6th Communications Squadron radio frequency transmission technician, felt in 2018 when he was a sales manager for an international paper machinery supplier in Germany.

“On paper, everything was perfect,” Larsen said. “I was going to tons of parties in fancy hotels all over the world, juggling millions of dollars and hitting all the milestones. But at the end of the day, I was just a number. I was burning out and I was miserable.”

After deciding that he couldn’t continue to stay in his comfort zone, Larsen began to reevaluate the direction of his life and left his job.

“My biggest fear is being stuck in a retirement home reminiscing about all the missed opportunities and shots I didn’t take,” Larsen said.

Stefan Fathi, a close friend of Larsen in Germany, said that Larsen has always been interested in American culture. He chose to express that in his daily life by having 9/11 and Pearl Harbor imagery on his See CALLING, Page 17

Photo by Airman 1st Class Michael Killian

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman David Larsen, 6th Communications Squadron radio frequency transmission technician, stands in front of his recreational vehicle at MacDill Air Force Base Feb. 8.

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WEEK IN PHOTOS

Photo by Airman 1st Class Sterling Sutton

Representatives from MacDill Air Force Base and the Department of Defense speak at the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency round table at the University of South Florida Research Park Innovation Building in Tampa Feb. 13. The DARPA connect round table gives small businesses and education institutions the opportunity to network and collaborate about national security.

USSOCOM photo

Photo by 2nd Lt. Kristin Nielsen

The Warrior Care Program-Care Coalition team is seen here at this year’s U.S. Air Force Col. Adam Bingham, 6th Air Refueling Wing commander, conference bringing together those who support wounded, ill, and in- poses with Deacon Garcia, a 5-year-old from South Tampa, during his jured SOF warriors and their families. visit to MacDill Air Force Base Feb. 9. Deacon was presented with a signed lithograph from service members during his visit to MacDill AFB. 4

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NEWS/FEATURES 33rd Fighter Wing F-35s travel to NAS Key West, MacDill AFB for training Office of Public Affairs 33rd Fighter Wing EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla.—Members with the 33rd Fighter Wing will conduct off-site training at Naval Station Key West, Florida, and MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Feb. 10 through Mar. 3.

The open airspace and optimal weather conditions at these locations allow pilots with the 60th Fighter Squadron and 58th Fighter Squadron to utilize aerial ranges within minutes after takeoff and avoid the fog delays impacting training during the spring at home station.

“The opportunity for our squadrons, as well as our maintenance and support teams, to perform off station training for several weeks is vital to building combat-credible Airmen,” said U.S. Air Force Col. Jack Arthaud, commander of the 33rd Fighter Wing. “It gives the Nomads time to solely focus on our training mission, practice skills in new environments and build comradery in the units.”

Residents near training locations may experience increased military activity in their area. All training occurs at designated sites and is coordinated with local authorities.

Please direct media inquiries to the 33rd Fighter Wing public affairs at 850-883-5515 or 33fw.pa.publicaffairs@ us.af.mil.

Photo by Senior Airman Leandra Garcia

An F-35A Lightning II with the 60th Fighter Squadron, 33rd Fighter Wing, prepares for takeoff at Eglin Air Force Base Feb. 11. The 60th FS is traveling to Naval Air Station Key West, Florida, to take advantage of optimal weather conditions, focus on the training mission, practice skills in a new environment and build comradery in the units.

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An F-35A Lightning II with the 58th Fighter Squadron, 33rd Fighter Wing, taxis to the runway at Eglin Air Force Base Feb. 10.

The 58th FS is traveling to MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, to take advantage of optimal weather conditions, focus on the training mission, practice skills in a new environment and build comradery in the units.

Photo by Airman 1st Class Christian Corley

NEWS/FEATURES

Marathon fuel now available at MacDill Service Express gas station courtesy of Army & Air Force Exchange Service

Marathon-branded fuel is now available at MacDill Air Force Base’s Army & Air Force Exchange Service Express gas station.

Drivers can fill up with TOP TIER™-certified Marathon fuel at the Express, which has received updated signing and canopies identical to those at Marathon’s gas stations outside the gate.

“The Exchange is excited to bring TOP TIER™-certified branded fuel onto the installation,” said MacDill AFB Exchange General Manager Nicholas Nguyen. “It’s part of our mission to improve the quality of life for our Airmen and families.”

The Exchange is introducing branded fuel at more than 180 of its gas stations on Army and Air Force installations in CONUS. Branded fuel improves the Exchange’s already-secure supply chain, enhancing the Exchange’s support of the military communities it serves during emergencies and natural disasters.

The Exchange’s fuel pricing policy—matching local competition for each fuel grade where the competition offers a similar service at the same terms and conditions—will remain unchanged.

Social media friendly version: Sporting new fuel pumps, signing and canopies, the MacDill AFB Express fuel station is now dispensing TOP TIER™-certified Marathon-branded fuel.

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(Above) An F-35A Lightning II with the 60th Fighter Squadron, 33rd Fighter Wing, prepares for takeoff at Eglin Air Force Base Feb. 11. The 60th FS is traveling to Naval Air Station Key West, Florida, to take advantage of optimal weather conditions, focus on the training mission, practice skills in a new environment and build comradery in the units.

(Right) An F-35A Lightning II with the 58th Fighter Squadron, 33rd Fighter Wing, takes off at Eglin Air Force Base Feb. 10.

Photos by Senior Airman Leandra Garcia

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Blue Horizon fosters joint medical environment story/photos by Airman 1st Class Derrick Bole 6th Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs

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oint force Operation Blue Horizon prepares military medical professionals for the fleet and field by teaching them to work together to save lives outside the wire at MacDill Air Force Base.

Airmen and Sailors worked together to learn new ways of taking care of patients during Operation Blue Horizon from Jan. 30 to Feb. 9.

Operation Blue Horizon is a joint force operation that trains military medical professionals to provide care in a combat environment.

Service members participated in Tactical Combat Casualty Care, the Tactical Nurse Core Course, drilled evacuations out of U.S. Army UH60 Blackhawks, and more. The courses trained more than 300 service members over two weeks.

“Our mission is to prepare service members for real-life scenarios,” said U.S. Navy Cmdr. Justin Williams, Naval Medical Reserve Training Center Jacksonville operations officer. “It’s much different than just lifting weights, and we need our corpsmen prepared to save lives.”

Service members taking the TCCC course went through two days of classes and practical exercises before taking a hands-on exam on the third day. The exam started with rescuing a manikin from a smoking KC-135 Stratotanker crash test site, simulating a downed patient in a low-visibility, and breathe-restricting environment.

After bringing the patient away from the crash site and dragging them to safety, participants address random wounds determined by the TCCC cadre and used a gurney to carry the manikin to a U.S. Army UH-60 Blackhawk. From there they briefed the flight medic on the condition of the patient, and prepared the manikin for a casualty evacuation, all while being yelled at by the cadre.

“The goal is to maintain a solid fighting force,” said Chief Hospital Corpsman Victor Suanier, Naval Medical Forces Command lead TCCC instructor. “The stronger our medics are, the more people we can save outside the wire.”

On the day following the exam, the service See BLUE HORIZON, Page 12

U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Oluwatobi Menawonu,Joint Base Fort Maguire-Dix nurse corpsman, applies a dorsal chest seal on a manikin during Operation Blue Horizon 2023 at MacDill Air Force Base Jan. 30.

A test manikin used in a Tactical Combat Casualty Care exam awaits casualty evacuation fro Operation Blue Horizon were tested on TCCC and care under fire using manikins to portray re

om a U.S. Army Reserve Corps UH-60 Blackhawk during Operation Blue Horizon 2023 at MacDill Air Force Base Jan. 30. Students participating in eal-life patients. Medical medical professionals must be certified in TCCC every three years to maintain their knowledge and readiness for the field.

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BLUE HORIZON From Page 10

members went to the Rattlesnake Point Army Reserve Center to practice military working dog medical care, mobile blood bag application, and maritime first aid.

One group went to the University of Southern Florida Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation, one of the world’s largest free-standing medical facilities for training healthcare professionals. They toured the facility and attended lectures with several professors.

Operation Joint Horizon helps prepare our medical professionals for the joint combat environment of the future by combining work with Airmen, Sailors, and Soldiers.

“The joint environment allows our Sailors and Airmen to be the best in the world,” said Rear Adm. Eric Peterson, Naval Medical Forces Atlantic Navy Nurse Corps director. “We will tackle the future together.”

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U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Daniel Tamez, Naval Medical Forces Support Command lead instructor, performs Tactical Combat Casualty care on a manikin during Operation Blue Horizon 2023 at MacDill Air Force Base Jan. 31. Operation Blue Horizon was a joint force medical readiness exercise with U.S. Navy, Army and Air Force service members.

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CHALLENGE From Page 3

Rapidly transitioning to a wartime footing and delivering combat power to the point of need at the speed of relevance Operating in a highly contested environment consistent with the concept of ACE Operationalizing ACE aids four areas: codifying repeatable and understandable processes; forces that are suitably organized, trained, and equipped; theaters that are postured with the appropriate equipment, assets, and host nation agreements; and joint service and partner nation integration and interoperability.

Idea selection will be based on which have the broadest appeal and highest probability of delivering impacts toward designing, improving, and employing ACE. “The imagination and creativity resident in our Airmen is vital,” Allvin said. “Airmen are our critical advantage. Airmen have the ideas and ingenuity required to help us accelerate and fly, fight and win…airpower, anytime, anywhere.”

Airmen whose ideas move forward in the Vice Chief ’s Challenge will be paired with innovators from across the force, to include key players on the Air Force headquarters staff who advocate to adopt similar concepts. Morpheus innovation team will take 6 to 12 promising ideas and directly shepherd Airmen and ideas through the innovation adoption process.

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CALLING From Page 3

recreational vehicle.

Having dual citizenship with the United States and Germany, Larsen wanted to explore opportunities in both countries. He was already familiar with Germany, his country of birth, and desired a reset. Larsen looked more closely towards living in America, which led to him ultimately enlisting in the U.S. Air Force.

“I decided to sign a four-year contract with the Air Force for a challenge,” Larsen said. “I soon discovered how much [the Air Force] seemed to care about my well-being, even during basic military training.

“I was taken care of. People cared about me and checked up on me.

The Air Force has been the best employer I have ever had in my life.”

His initial dream upon joining was to become a pilot, but he was too old under the Air Force’s standards at the time. However, the rule changed while he was at tech school, stating that Airmen over 33 years

old can become pilots without a waiver.

“After that, I was set on becoming a pilot,” Larsen said. “I want to be a commissioned officer, I want to serve for 20 years and I want to fly planes.”

Larsen is currently in the footsteps of realizing his dream and will soon take his test to become an Air Force pilot.

Stefan Fathi, a close friend of Larsen in Germany, said that he feels proud of Larsen for taking a chance with the Air Force.

“Being in the Air Force gave him a purpose that fulfills him,” Fathi said. “Whenever we talk on the phone, he tells me all about his novel experiences and professional development, and always with a big smile on his face.”

Larson said he hopes to inspire others to get out of their comfort zones and to always move forward. The hopeful future pilot is thankful he did.

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6th ARW Chaplain Corps Holy Week schedule Catholic Calendar n Feb. 22 - 12:10 p.m. and 5 p.m. Ash Wednesday Masses (and distribution of Ashes during Mass) n Fridays during Lent - Stations of the Cross at 5 p.m. followed by meatless potluck n Monday – Wednesday Daily Mass at 12:10 p.m. n Weekdays of Mar. 27-30 Confessions by appointment call 813-828-8565 or 813-828-3621 Holy Week and Lent/Easter Schedule n April 3 - 12:10 p.m. Daily Mass n April 4 - No Daily Mass. Chrism Mass at St. Pete Cathedral n April 5 - 12:10 p.m. Daily Mass and Penance Service from 5:30-7 p.m. n April 6 - 7 p.m. Mass of the Last Supper followed

by Eucharistic Adoration until 9:30 p.m. n April 7 - 2:15 p.m. Stations of the Cross followed by 3 p.m. Good Friday Service n April 8 - 8 p.m. Easter Vigil Celebration n April 9 - 9:30 a.m. Easter Sunday Mass. Easter Egg Hunt after Mass

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COMMUNITY

EVENTS

MacDill Lanes Bowling Open MacDill Lanes reopened. Join the fun and see all new upgrades Wednesday – Sunday from 2 p.m. – 9 p.m. For more reopening information visit, macdillfss.com/macdilllanes-bowling/.

MacDill Youth Center Survey The MacDill Youth Center would like to hear your feedback. Visit surveymonkey.com/r/79KPVTB and answer this short 5 question survey.

February Base Theater Movies Your MacDill Base Library will be offering free movies. Movies are open to anyone with base access to MacDill. Visit macdillfss.com/library/ for a full movie schedule.

Free Golf Lessons for Active Duty Every Wednesday from 12 - 1 p.m., active duty and their spouses can enjoy free instruction, golf balls and clubs at the driving range. No reservation required.

MacDill Outdoor Recreation Looking for outdoor equipment rental or a fun weekend adventure?

Visit MacDill’s Outdoor Recreation for rental on boats, kayaks, paddle boards, bikes and so much more!

For a full list of rentals available visit macdillfss.com/recreation/.

Become a Secret Shopper Get paid to call or visit 6 FSS facilities. To learn more, call or email the 6 FSS Marketing Dept. at 828-2513 or sixfssfsk@gmail.com.

Find more events at: macdillfss.com

Photo by Senior Airman Hiram Martinez

The Champ!

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jessica Proctor, the 6th Force Support Squadron Military Personnel Flight commander, is awarded Champion of the Week at MacDill Air Force Base Feb. 14. Proctor routinely leads by example, going above and beyond to help ensure customers are taken care of.

CHAPEL SCHEDULE Normal Hours- Monday - Friday - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. After hours chaplain, call the Command Post at 828-4362/4361.

Monday-Wednesday Mass - 12:10 p.m.

Protestant virtual services - Sunday - 11 a.m. (www. facebook.com/6amwhc)

Jewish - Monthly Lunch and Learn: For schedule & to join distro, please contact elimelach.estrin@us.af.mil

www.macdill.af.mil/chapel

Islamic Service - Friday 1:30 p.m. (space reserved)

Catholic Mass - Sunday - 9:30 a.m. (confessions by appointment)

Other Faith Groups - Please contact the Chapel at (813) 828-3621 or via email at 6ARW.HCADMIN@us.af.mil

Holly Week Schedule - see page 18 For more details and information, visit the Chapel Facebook page at http://www.facebook/6amwhc/ or MacDill’s Chapel website is: https://www.macdill.af.mil/chapel MACDILL THUNDERBOLT ◆ Thursday, February 23, 2023 ◆ WWW.MACDILLTHUNDERBOLT.COM ◆ 19

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News “For the WIN”

6th Force Support Squadron’s Monthly Highlights – a Supplement to the MacDill AFB Thunderbolt

MARCH ‘23

6th Force Support Squadron Telephone Extensions Prefix 828

Commander....................................... 2823 Deputy ................................................ 2823 ......................................... 2703 .............................. 6597 Unit Readiness ............................... 2252 Senior Enlisted Leader.....................3969 Honor Guard ....................................5190 First Sergeant.....................................4153 Marketing & Publicity.......................3055

Military & Family Readiness Flight..0134 Military & Family Readiness Ctr ......0145 Child & Youth Services Flight.......5097 Child Development Ctr 1.................. 3332 Child Development Ctr 2 ................. 2244 Child Development Ctr 3 ..................0195 Family Child Care .............................. 7760 School Age Care................................. 5971 Youth Center...................................... 7956 Civilian Personnel Flight................4286 Civilian Personnel .............................6090 .........2911 Community Services Flight............2921 ..........................4413 Auto Hobby Shop................... 373-6545 Wood Hobby Shop .........................2093 Bay Palms Golf Complex ................0046 8 Iron Grill.........................................1507 Information, Tickets & Travel ...............2478 MacDill Bowling Lanes.....................4005 Hangar 6 Grill ...................................7735 Outdoor Recreation/Equip Rental/ FamCamp ................................ 840-6919 Pool............................................769-9901 Marina ..............................................4983 Skeet Range............................ 488-1244 Force Development Flight ............. 7320 Airman Leadership School.............. 2299 Base Theater...................................... 3607 Education .............................................3115 Library................................................. 3607 Professional Development...............1229 Training ...............................................4004 Manpower/Org Flight ..................... 9977 Manpower ............................................3711 Military Personnel Flight CAC Appointment Line ................796-5272 6fss.fsmps.deersidcards@us.af.mil Resource Mgmt Flight.....................1449 Private Organizations....................... 6962 Sustainment Services Flight ..........0034 2 Brews Catering...................... 840-2020 Diner’s Reef Dining Facility...............2412 Flight Meals....................................4998 Fitness Center...................................4496 MacDill Inn - Lodging........................ 4259 Rickenbacker’s ..............................7425 SeaScapes Restaurant ............. 840-1451 Breakaway Event Ctr/Boomers .. 840-2020

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APRIL 1, 2023 FITNESS CENTER SOUTH FIELD

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SeaScapes & MacDill Lanes – NEW HOURS!

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BAY PA L M S G O L F C O U R S E • ( 8 1 3 ) 8 2 8 - 0 0 4 6

2023 CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP

4 & 5 March • South Course 8am Shotgun Start Both Days Must sign up NLT Thu, 2 March

AGF*: $130 • Active Duty/Retirees: $170 • Civilian: $195

Check Out Our “Lucky” Gift Table!

Arts & Crafts Center

*Advanced Green Fee

Divisions Championship – Blue Tees, No HCP, Gross Open – HCP, White Tees, Gross & Net Senior – Age 55 & Older, White Tees, Gross & Net Super-Senior – Age 65 & Older, Gold Tees, Gross & Net Legends – Age 75 & Older, Gold Tees, Gross & Net Women – Red Tees, Gross & Net

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MACDILL LANES & FAMILY FUN CENTER • (813) 828-4005

CHECK OUT MACDILL LANES! NEW LANES | NEW PINSETTERS | NEW FLOORING LANES USBC CERTIFIED FOR LEAGUES & TOURNAMENTS (United States Bowling Congress)

SIGN UP FOR SUMMER LEAGUES!

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with Our Bowling Starter Sets!

Starting at $140 (Ball, Bag, and Shoes)

ESM WEEKENDS!

NEW HOURS! WED-SUN 2-9PM

Saturdays & Sundays open to close • $2 per game & $2 shoe rental *Must purchase food from Hangar 6 with ESM to receive this special offer*

MacDill Lanes is also available for squadron functions, UNITE events or meetings.

Please call for applicable fees & reservation procedures.

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Mon-Fri • 9am-3:30pm

Hillsborough Loop Dr

Hangar Loop Dr

Auto Hobby Shop

Bowling Center Arts & Crafts Center

Wood Shop DIY

Cypress Stand St

Open to patrons with access to the base. Stroke play, amateurs only. Must have current USGA GHIN to compete for net score. Gross and Net prizes in all divisions based on the number of participants, except Championship division. All competitors are required to ride in golf carts. Lunch & Drinks provided after 2nd round

Fitness Center

Thu-Fri • 9am-3:30pm 8223 Hangar Loop Drive, Bldg 300 (across from the Fitness Center)

813-828-4413

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IF YOU DREAM IT, WE CAN DO IT!

6FSS NEWS

March ‘23 Open Wed & Thu 3-9pm Fri 3-10pm

Bar Snacks Served Wed & Thu 4-8pm Fri 4-9pm

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RECREATION FUN HEADQUARTERS!

Full Bar

Chicken Quesadilla

Nachos

Beefeater

MacDill Marina • Equipment Rental • FamCamp

Call (813) 840-6919 or (813) 840-6920 for more information & reservations.

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INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL • TICKET COUNTER: (813) 828-2478 LEISURE TRAVEL OFFICE: (813) 828-1860

SleuthS Mystery Dinner Show in Orlando “Step into the world of comedy, mystery and intrigue” Adult Ticket • $45.00 Child Ticket • $25.00

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FunSpot $23.25 Orlando, Kissimmee or Atlanta Locations

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SOMETHING IS BUZZING IN TAMPA...

FEBRUARY 25 - APRIL 30, 2023 Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval An invasion of epic proportions! Giant larger-than-life BUGS are coming to Universal Orlando Resort is going beyond the bayou with Carnaval celebra- ZooTampa. This family-friendly event will feature 13 species of animatronic tions from around the world. Watch a parade (on select nights) of spectac- bugs that will amaze and educate guests in fun and unique ways. ular floats. Sample flavors from the bayou and beyond, like a crawfish boil This event is free with admission to the Zoo. or shrimp ceviche tostada. Enjoy live music all around and concerts (on GIANT BUGS FEATURED: select nights). Let the good times roll and get your beads and your party • Black Ant • Mexican Redknee Tarantula on February 4 - April 16, 2023!

• Blue-Eyed Darner • Orb Web Spider – Cross • Bombardier Beetle Orb Weaver • Devil’s Flower Mantis • Red-Tailed Bumblebee • Emperor Scorpion • Say’s Firefly • Grasshopper • Seven Spotted Ladybug • Madagascar Sunset Moth • Stag Beetle

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