Whidbey Experience Navy Life July - September 2019 by NavyLifePNW

YOUR GUIDE TO ON-BASE RESOURCES AND ACTIVITIES

JULY-SEPTEMBER 2019

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Pet Nature Walk with Whidbey Fitness

All Hands Special Meal at Admiral Nimitz Hall Galley

IN THIS ISSUE 4

FFR DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE

5 SEASONAL FEATURE 6 FOOD & FUN

Super Saturday Trips for Youth

Wine & Jazz Festival

HOBBIES & RECREATION

LODGING & LEISURE

SPORTS, FITNESS & AQUATICS

HOUSING

CHILD & YOUTH PROGRAMS

SUPPORT PROGRAMS

Experience Navy Life is your go-to guide to the world of services available to authorized DoD personnel through the U.S. Navy Region Northwest Fleet & Family Readiness (FFR) program. We make every effort to ensure that the information herein is accurate at the time of publication, however, all activities, events and hours of operation are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit our website at www.navylifepnw.com, contact the facility directly or sign up for the Navy Life Currents e-newsletter at www.navylifepnw.com/subscribe. A digital version of this magazine is available at:

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NAVY LIFE!

A MESSAGE FROM THE FFR DIRECTOR

#NAVYLIFEPNW

You will be hard pressed to find a more enjoyable place to spend summer than on beautiful Whidbey Island. The moderate temperatures and long sunny days make for the perfect combination when it comes to maximizing outdoor activities. That said, I know many of you may also have travel plans that will take you out of the state–or out of the country! -- to enjoy some well-deserved vacation time. To get the most for your money, make your first destination the American Forces Travel (AFT) website where you can find some exceptional deals on airfare, rental cars and more. AFT is a Department of Defense initiative open to all active duty personnel, retirees, and their family members. In our feature article this month (see page 5) you’ll read a heart-warming story about a Sailor who saved hundreds of dollars on airfare thanks to AFT. It’s definitely worth a look. Especially since a portion of the money you spend on the site also goes back to your community and directly supports Morale, Welfare & Recreation programs (see page 6 for some of our many offerings).

Thanks Tevera and Juline Hesslink for sharing this pic of your visit to Navy Getaways Cliffside.

If you’re planning to stay here for the summer, you’re in good company. Join us for some good music, good food, and good times with our summer concerts (see back cover). Consider us your easy button when it comes to enjoying your leisure time.

You could be featured in the next issue of Experience Navy Life Magazine! Attend any FFR event, SNAP a photo, and SEND it to info@navylifepnw.com.

WAYNE SHORT CNRNW N9 | FFR Director, Naval Air Station Whidbey Island

Please include your name, PNW base, activity and “Photo submission” in the subject line.

HOW TO REGISTER FOR FFR ACTIVITIES ONLINE

5 SIMPLE STEPS

4 4

A MESSAGE FROM THE FFR DIRECTOR

VISIT www.navylifepnw.com/myffr

LOG-IN Enter your Username/Password or Request Account.

BROWSE Enter the Class, Trip, or Activity myFFR # in the search bar. If you don’t have the myFFR #, use the drop-down menus to search by base and scroll until you find what you are looking for.

PURCHASE Add the Class, Trip, or Activity in the shopping cart and pay using your credit or debit card.

ENJOY!

Rest easy knowing that your reservation is complete!

How to Find

Military-Friendly Travel Deals Online W

hen Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Mechanical) Third Class Kayla Pomroy was considering taking leave to travel from Japan to be with family in Pennsylvania this past Christmas, she researched www.AmericanForcesTravel.com. She had heard about the site from a family member and was impressed the moment she logged in. “The website was very easy to navigate,” said Pomroy, who is stationed on the Yokosuka-based guided missile destroyer USS Stethem (DDG-63). Pomroy said she was also surprised by how much she saved by using American Forces Travel (AFT). “All the sites that I looked on the fares were well over $1,500, most were close to $2,000,” she said. “After taxes and the protection, plan I only spent $941 on the ticket round trip to come home all the way from Japan. American Forces Travel was an extremely good deal!” The savings weren’t the best part though. “The day I landed, I went straight to my neighbor’s house for their holiday party,

Pomroy said. “My mom had absolutely no idea that I was coming home. My neighbor asked my mom to come over early to help set up, and so she did. When I heard the doorbell ring my stomach dropped, but it was in a good way.” When her mother walked in the door, Pomroy peeked around the corner and saw her mother in the kitchen. Then the Sailor, who has been in the Navy for a little more than two years, ran into her mother’s arms. “ I W I L L LO O K B A C K AT A L L T H E PICTURES AND VIDEOS OF SURPRISING THEM AND I WILL B E S O T H A N K F U L T H AT I G OT TO D O T H AT.”

AFT is unprecedented as the only leisure travel site sponsored by the U.S. military, Gould noted. It was a result of a year-long joint service initiative among the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Forces, and Coast Guard to provide exceptional deals on flights, hotels, cruises and rental cars. Another important feature is that all AFT transactions generate a commission that will support Quality-of-Life programs within each service branch.

G S M 3 K AY L A P O M R OY

Gould notes that the AFT site is in keeping with MWR’s goals to provide recreation pursuits that ultimately support resiliency, readiness, and retention.

“The feeling was absolutely amazing,” she said. “There was so much emotion, but all we could do was hug and cry. My mom is my best friend, so being away for even a month is hard let alone months and months and years at a time like I am.”

“By providing quality and value through a leisure travel program, service members and their families can enjoy experiences and travel opportunities for rest and relaxation, which helps reduce stress and improve morale,” Gould said.

“Coming home like that is not a moment that everyone gets to have,” she added, “but people need to savor those little moments. Because years down the road, I will look back at all the pictures and videos of surprising them and I will be so thankful that I got to do that.”

American Forces Travel is currently available to active duty personnel, reservists and retirees from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and Coast Guard, as well as their eligible family members. First-time users will be asked to verify their eligibility through the Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES).

That’s the kind of experience that the Navy MWR team likes to hear. “American Forces Travel wants to provide the best value and opportunities for access to the world’s most exclusive travel deals,” said Leslie Gould, Navy MWR Recreation Program Manager.

GSM3 Kayla Pomroy (left), with her brother, Sean Pomroy, Jr., and their mother on Christmas morning. The Yokosuka-based Sailor used the ATF website to book her trip.

airfare,” said Debbie Phillips, Technology Manager for the Commander, Navy Installation Command’s Fleet Readiness Division.

Although not all savings are as good as Pomroy experienced, AFT, which is currently part of the Priceline partner network, will match the best rates offered by airlines and other travel sites. “We have a best price guarantee for all product lines, not just

Adapted from “New Pentagon MWR program offers sailors leisure travel savings” by Stephen Clutter and Chief Petty Officer Brian Morales.

Why choose American Forces Travel℠? • Easy online booking • Discounts on hotels, flights, cars, packages, and cruises • Best price guarantee • 24/7 customer support • Your purchase supports your military community

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FOOD & FUN MWR-operated food and beverage facilities offer a variety of dining experiences, ranging from fast-casual to fine dining, as well as catering and special event services. Online ordering and delivery are also available at certain locations. All sales support MWR programs.

Bakerview Restaurant Admiral Nimitz Hall Galley

1040 W Intruder St. Bldg. 382 Oak Harbor, WA 98278 360-257-2469 Open seven days a week, Admiral Nimitz Hall is conveniently located in the center of Ault Field, near unaccompanied housing and flight-line workstations. We pride ourselves in offering high-quality food and service, and invite you to join us!

1080 W Ault Field Rd. Bldg. 138 Oak Harbor, WA 98278 360-257-2505 Friday: Lunch: 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Dinner: 5-8 p.m.

Come enjoy the best view of Naval Air Station Whidbey Island while indulging in 5-Star healthier lunch and dinner options, and the unique flavors of the Pacific Northwest! Bakerview is open to all hands. Carry out, Gluten-FREE and kid-friendly options available. Sunday Brunch offered 1st Sunday of every month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Chiefs’ Club

1080 W Ault Field Rd. Bldg. 138 Oak Harbor, WA 98278 360-257-2505 Tuesday-Thursday: 1-7 p.m. Friday: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Welcome aboard the finest Chiefs’ Club in the fleet. Currently, the NAS Whidbey Island Chief Petty Officers’ Club has more than 950 active duty and retired service members, spanning all generations, from the World War II era to present day. The Chiefs’ Club is reserved to members and their guests (including E-7 to E-9 TADs, for up to 30 days).

Convergence Zone Recreation Center/ Kegler’s/Back Alley Bar

3535 N Princeton Bldg. 2510 Oak Harbor, WA 98278 360-257-2432 (CZ, see page 10 for hours.)

Kegler’s

360-257-1567 Monday-Thursday: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. & 5-8 p.m. Friday: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. & 5-9:30 p.m. Saturday: 11 a.m.9:30 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Back Alley Bar

360-257-8541 Monday-Thursday: 5-9 p.m. Friday & Saturday: 5-11 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

M.T. McCormick’s Officers’ Club

1185 W Midway St. Bldg. 962 Oak Harbor, WA 98278 360-257-2521 Happy Hour Friday: 3-6 p.m. Events are held regularly at the club, and include a weekly Friday happy hour, comedy shows, membership appreciation events, family nights, wine tasting, theme dinners, patio events and more! FREE appetizers for members. The club also offers catering.

Whidbey Catering services are offered at any of our MWR facilities. Call 360-257-2521 for more information.

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HAVE-A-BALL BOWLING YOUTH LEAGUE Saturdays, July 6-Aug. 3 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. • $10 per week, per child for ages 8+ Convergence Zone

FOOD & FUN

MURDER MYSTERY DINNER: TRAILER PARK TRAGEDY Thursday, July 18 • 6-9 p.m. $39.95 includes dinner and skit. Reservations required Bakerview Restaurant 360-257-2505

SPIRIT OF FREEDOM DANCE Friday, Sept. 26 8 p.m.-Midnight • No Cover Live music, door prizes, drink specials, and Royalty Crowning Ceremony Back Alley Bar 360-257-8541

FOOD & FUN

FOOD & FUN EVENT CALENDAR JULY-SEPTEMBER 2019 DATE

EVENT

TIME

= For Kids

= Captain’s Cup

PRICE

VENUE/HOST

ONGOING 7 days a week

All Day

Youth and teens, under age 17, earn a FREE game of bowling and one FREE book from our Resource Center on their birthday!

Resource Center Convergence Zone

Based on instructor availability.

$35 per person (five people minimum. Includes two glasses of wine, one pizza of choice, and bar music of your choice)

Back Alley Bar Pre-Paid Booking at 360-257-8541.

Kids Bowl FREE!

Mon-Thu.: 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fri. & Sa.: 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Sun.: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Excludes league play and special events.

Program now includes $29.95 family pass to bowl all summer long. For ages 5-17, enjoy two FREE games of bowling every day!

www.kidsbowlfree.com Convergence Zone

Mon.-Fri

Active Duty Bowl FREE

11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Up to two games, shoes regular price.

Convergence Zone

Mondays

Monday Madness Bowling

11 a.m.-9 p.m.

50¢ games, shoes regular price.

Convergence Zone

Mondays

Monday Special

4:30-7 p.m.

50� games and shoes, $1.50 beers.

Convergence Zone Back Alley Bar

Tuesdays

USBC Sumer Bowling League

6-9 p.m.

Bowling lanes reserved for league play only during this time.

Convergence Zone

2nd Wed. of every month

All-Hands Lunch at the O’Club

11 a.m-1 p.m.

M.T. McCormick’s Officers’ Club

2nd Thu. of every month

Family-Friendly Movie Night

6 p.m.

Enjoy a sensory-friendly atmosphere where the Skywarrior Theater lights are turned up and the sound is turned down.

6 p.m.

Enjoy a movie you haven’t seen in a long time on the big screen!

Skywarrior Theater

FREE

ALL LANES RESERVED FOR LEAGUE PLAY ONLY. Register at NASWI Fitness Center or call Intramural Sports at 360-257-4320.

7 days a week

7 days a week through Sept. 5

3rd Thu. of every month Thursdays

Kids’ Birthday Club

Paint Party Group Package*

Throwback Thursday

Captain’s Cup Bowling League 6-9 p.m.

3rd Thu. of every month

Trivia Night

6-9 p.m.

$12.95 All-You-Can-Eat Pizza Buffet, includes fountain drink and salad bar.

Back Alley Bar

Fridays

Bakerview Restaurant Service

11 a.m.-1 p.m. 5-8 p.m.

Menu available www.navylifepnw.com.

Bakerview Restaurant

Fridays

Flight Fridays

5-10 p.m.

$15 for beer flight and appetizer.

Back Alley Bar

Fridays

Crazy Cosmic Bowling

8-11 p.m.

$13 per person, shoes regular price.

Convergence Zone

6-11 p.m.

$30 for up to four bowlers. Enjoy two hours of bowling, single-topping pizza, and pitcher of soda. Shoes regular price.

Convergence Zone

10 a.m.-1 p.m.

$18.95 for adults, $9.95 for ages 5-12, FREE for ages 4 and under.

Bakerview Restaurant

11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Regular fees apply.

Convergence Zone

Saturdays

1st Sun. of the month Sundays

Family Fun-Pack Bowling

Sunday Brunch Kids’ Cosmic Bowling

Sundays

Rent-a-Lane Sundays

11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Rent a lane for $11 an hour, for up to five bowlers, for as many games as you can bowl. Includes shoe rental.

Convergence Zone

Sundays

Red-Pin Sunday Special

11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Bowl a red pin strike and earn a FREE game!

Convergence Zone

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Kegler’s

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VENUE/HOST JULY

Saturdays, July 6-Aug. 3

Have-a-Ball Youth League

11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Save $10 by paying in full by Monday, July 1 ($70) or split payment: $40 due before Monday, July 1 and $40 due by Saturday, July 6.

Convergence Zone

Tue. 9

Orca Whale Paint Night

6-9 p.m.

$39.95 per person, includes paint supplies, two glasses of wine, beer or soda, and light appetizers.

Bakerview Restaurant Reservations recommended. 360-257-2505

Thu. 18

Murder Mystery Dinner: Trailer Park Tragedy

6-9 p.m.

$39.95, includes dinner and skits.

Bakerview Restaurant Reservations required. 360-257-2505

Fri. 26

Spirit of Freedom Dance (Adult Prom)

8 p.m.Midnight

No Cover.

Back Alley Bar

AUGUST Wed. 7

Jellyfish Paint Social

6-9 p.m.

$39.95 per person, includes paint supplies, two glasses of wine, beer or soda, and light appetizers.

Bakerview Restaurant Reservations recommended. 360-257-2505

Thu. 15

Mongolian Barbecue

4-7 p.m.

$1.25 per ounce. Guess the weight and get half off your total meal!

Bakerview Restaurant Reservations recommended. 360-257-2505

SEPTEMBER Thu. 5

Fall Truck Paint Social

6-9 p.m.

$39.95 per person, includes paint supplies, two glasses of wine, beer or soda, and light appetizers.

Bakerview Restaurant Reservations recommended. 360-257-2505

Events are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice. For the most up-to-date information, contact the venue/host directly or visit www.navylifepnw.com. Register and pay for events online via myFFR (see page 4 for instructions).

FOOD & FUN

Hosting an event? The best place is on base! Support Your Military: Profits from your event contribute to upgrades and enhancements of Quality-of-Life programs, facilities and equipment for Sailors, Marines and their families!

360-396-5466 Naval Base Kitsap 360-257-2521 NAS Whidbey Island 425-304-3906 Naval Station Everett

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HOBBIES & RECREATION Navy Community Recreation proudly offers you outdoor recreation, community events, discount tickets to attractions and vacation bookings, leisure skills development, recreation equipment rentals, parks and picnic areas and information and referral to a variety of recreational offerings in the Pacific Northwest.

Auto Skills Center

3455 N Princeton Bldg. 2549 Oak Harbor, WA 98278 360-257-2295 Friday-Sunday: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. We offer convenient motorcycle storage and everything you need to keep your ride running smoothly: • Lift and stall rental • Work bench rental • FREE oil disposal • Floor jacks • Motor stand • Air tools, sockets, wrenches, pullers, etc. We also offer the AllData Automotive Information System and Chilton/Haynes manuals in our resource center.

Convergence Zone Community Recreation Center 3535 N Princeton Bldg. 2510

Convergence Zone is your one-stop shop for all things recreation. Stop by and explore the many recreation and entertainment options conveniently housed under one roof. Amenities include: • Bowling (see page 7 for activities) • Indoor playground • Toddler play area • Billiards, air hockey and more • Online computers • Wi-Fi • Xbox 360s and Nintendo Wiis • Lending Library and Resource Center • Fax, copy and printing services

GENERAL QUARTERS PAINTBALL

Saturdays & Sundays 11 a.m.-4 p.m.• Fees apply for ages 10+ Minors must be accompanied by legal guardian. Private parties available. Convergence Zone www.navylifepnw.com

Convergence Zone Facilities and Services Costen-Turner Recreation Area

Oak Harbor, WA 98278 360-257-2432 Monday-Thursday: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday & Saturday: 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Holidays: closed

HOBBIES & RECREATION

This expanse of land is named for Lt. Tom Costen and Lt. Charlie Turner of VA-155, whose A-6 Intruder was shot down over Iraq on the first night of Desert Storm. The park was dedicated in 1995. Contact the Convergence Zone for reservations. Brand new playground.

Disc Golf Course

The 18-hole disc golf course offers a new and innovative way to explore Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, with a little competition. The course starts and ends at PSD, located across the parking lot from the Convergence Zone.

Equipment Rentals

From sleeping bags to boats, our experienced

staff stands ready to outfit your next outdoor adventure.

Paintball

Adrenaline, strategy, skill and speed combine in exhilarating thrills on two separate fields.

Rocky Point Recreation Area

Rocky Point Recreation Area, adjacent to the Gallery Golf Course, is located just footsteps from the Strait of Juan de Fuca and Rocky Point beach. Contact the Convergence Zone for reservations.

Tickets, Trips & Tours

Come see us for military discounts on travel and advice on local hot spots. We also offer a wide variety of day and weekend trips. Let us do the driving while you travel in style.

BASIC SEA KAYAKING CLASS Time, dates, location varies $45 per person for ages 16+ Minors must be accompanied by legal guardian. www.navylifepnw.com/myffr

Vehicle Storage

Drive a motor home on vacation? Or, perhaps a boat is your leisure vehicle of choice? If you don’t want to keep it in your driveway during its downtime, store it in one of our two secured lots on the Seaplane Base. Register at Navy Getaways Cliffside 360-257-2649.

Wheels & Deals

Selling a vehicle? Park it in our Wheels & Deals Lot on the Seaplane Base, and it will get plenty of visibility. For details, see the Front Desk at the Convergence Zone, or call 360-257-2432.

Gallery Golf Course

3065 N Cowpens Rd. Oak Harbor, WA 98278 360-257-2178 Open Daily: Dawn to Dusk The Navy’s one-and-only golf course in Region

EXPLORATION: WIND TUNNEL ENGINEERING WITH IMAGINE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM® Saturday, July 27 3-4 p.m. • $5 per person for ages 6-17 Limited to 28 participants. www.navylifepnw.com/myffr

HOBBIES & RECREATION Northwest features treelined fairways, rolling hills and stunning views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and Vancouver Island. Open to the public. • Challenging 18-hole course tournaments • Grass driving range • Golf Shop, resale, special orders • ADA rental carts • Lessons and clinics • Online tee times for expedited check-in • Ladies Wine & Golf Night

LIBERTY Northwest Center

Inside Admiral Nimitz Hall Galley 1040 W Intruder St. Bldg. 382 Oak Harbor, WA 98278 360-257-3309 Monday-Friday: 10:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Saturday: 1-9 p.m. Sunday: 1-8 p.m. Public Holidays: 1-6 p.m. Designed for LIBERTYeligible: junior service members (E1-E6) who seek high-energy recreation and entertainment in an alcohol- and tobacco-FREE environ-

ment. Eligible users may escort up to two guests over the age of 18.

screen, 3-D capabilities and fully cushioned, seats.

Amenities include: • FREE Wi-Fi • Xbox One, PS4, and Wii consoles with internet connection and surround sound dome • Cyber Café with 18 CAC-accessible computers • Music Room with professional instruments • Classes: DIY, cooking, arts and crafts, knowledge and skills • Regular weekly programming with prizes, tournaments, and more! • 2 pool tables • 1 foosball table • Ping Pong • Chess table • Volunteer opportunities

The Grind Skate Park

Located on the corner of Intruder and Princeton Streets (across from the Chapel) Oak Harbor, WA 98278 360-257-3309 Open Daily: Dawn to Dusk The Grind features a series of challenging obstacles, including a half pipe, quarter pipe, grind box, pyramid and stairs.

SKYWARRIOR THEATER 360-257-MOVI (6684)

• Seats over 600 people, with a digital projector and 3-D capabilities • Fully cushioned, reclining seats with drink holders • Perfect for command/pre-deployment briefs, family nights, and private parties • FREE advance screenings • Snack bar with variety of choices

Skywarrior Theater

955 W Midway St. Bldg. 118 Oak Harbor, WA 98278 360-257-MOVI (6684) Skywarrior Theater features the Navy’s first digital projector, complete with a silver

GLACIER NATIONAL PARK TOUR

Aug. 10-Aug. 17 $1,117 per person double occupancy, $1,638 per person single occupancy Includes round-trip bus transportation, seven-night accommodations, some meals, and more. www.navylifepnw.com/myffr

Download the Navy Life PNW mobile app for movie showtimes and special events.

MAKE & TAKE: HEMP SHELL NECKLACE Saturday, Sept. 7 3-4 p.m. • $5 per craft Multipurpose Room Convergence Zone www.navylifepnw.com/myffr

Enjoy discounted tickets to some of the most popular attractions, amusement parks, and activities in the United States.

Visit our Ticketing Office today! Inside the Convergence Zone 360-257-2432

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HOBBIES & RECREATION EVENT CALENDAR JULY-SEPTEMBER 2019 DATE

EVENT/CLASS

TIME

= Activity

= Class

= Special Event

= Trip/Tour

= For Kids

=C aptain’s Cup

PRICE

VENUE

ONGOING Mondays

The ‘Baby Bunch’ Playgroup

Noon-2 p.m.

FREE

Convergence Zone

2nd & 4th Tuesdays

Garden-to-Kitchen Series

5:30-6:30 p.m.

FREE

Convergence Zone Multipurpose Room

Wednesdays

Toddler Time

11:30 am.-12:30 p.m.

FREE

Convergence Zone

Thursdays

Climbing Wall Thursdays

4:30-7:30 p.m.

FREE

Weekly at the Gym

Thursdays

Ladies Wine & Golf Night*

5 p.m.

$20, includes glass of wine and a golf lesson. No RSVP necessary.

Gallery Golf Course

Saturdays & Sundays

General Quarters Paintball

11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fees apply. For ages 10+. Minors must have a legal guardian present. Private parties available. Call for reservations.

Convergence Zone

All day

FREE

Resource Center Convergence Zone

JULY Mon. 1Wed. 31

Paper Airplane Making

Sat. 6

Paintball: Independence Day Scenario*

11 a.m.-4 p.m.

$15 per person. Includes equipment, field and air.

General Quarters Paintball Convergence Zone

Tue. 9Thu. 11

Junior Golf Camp*

1-3 p.m.

$40 per person

Gallery Golf Course

Tue. 9Wed. 10

Basic Sea Kayaking Class*

July 9: 4:30-7:30 p.m. $45 per person for ages 16+. (ASTC Pool), July 10: Minors must have a legal 4:30-7:30 p.m. Seaplane guardian present. Boat Ramps next to DECA.

Crescent Harbor CZ Community Recreation

Sat. 13

First Aid/CPR*

9 a.m.-5 p.m.

$50 without manual, $60 with manual.

Multipurpose Room Convergence Zone

Sat. 13Sun. 14

2-Night Backpack Chain Lakes Loop*

7 a.m.-7 p.m.;

$80 per person for ages 12+. Minors must have a legal guardian present. Includes experienced guide, permit, all camping equipment, overnight pack, two dinners, two lunches, and two breakfasts.

Mount Baker CZ Community Recreation

3-5 p.m.

$5 per craft

CZ Community Recreation

Sat. 13

Make & Take: Magic Ink T-shirts*

Mon. 15

Kayak Under the Stars Moonlight Paddle*

6:30-10 p.m. Departs $35 per person. Basic Sea and returns Seaplane Kayaking Class required. Boat Ramps next to DECA.

Crescent Harbor CZ Community Recreation

Sat. 20

Graneville Island, BC*

7:30 a.m.-8 p.m.

$25 for ages 13+, $15 for ages 12 and under.

Vancouver, BC CZ Community Recreation

Sun. 21

Intro to Rock Climbing*

9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

$30 per person for ages 10+. Minors must have a legal guardian present.

Mount Erie CZ Community Recreation

Tue. 23Thu. 25

Junior Golf Camp*

1-3 p.m.

$40 per person

Gallery Golf Course

Sat. 27

Exploration: Wind Tunnel Engineering with

3-4 p.m.

$5 per person for ages 6-17. Multipurpose Room Space is limited to 28 participants. Convergence Zone

Imagine Children’s Museum®*

AUGUST TBD, Early August

12th Man Ticket Jam

Thu. 1Sat. 31

Ocean Coloring Contest

Sat. 3

Ride the Train at Snoqualmie*

Sat. 3

Make & Take: Picasso with

Imagine Children’s Museum®*

Tue. 6Wed. 7

Basic Sea Kayaking Class*

HOBBIES & RECREATION

5-7 p.m.

Varies

LIBERTY NW Center and Convergence Zone

All day

FREE

Resource Center Convergence Zone

8 a.m.-5 p.m.

$33 for ages 13+, $20 for ages 2-12, Snoqualmie, WA $5 for ages 2 and under. CZ Community Recreation

3-4 p.m.

$5 per craft

July 9: 4:30-7:30 p.m. $45 per person for ages 16+. (ASTC Pool), July 10: Minors must have a legal 4:30-7:30 p.m. Seaplane guardian present. Boat Ramps next to DECA.

Multipurpose Room Convergence Zone Crescent Harbor CZ Community Recreation

HOBBIES & RECREATION DATE

EVENT/CLASS

TIME

PRICE

VENUE

AUGUST CONTINUED Mon. 12 Tue. 13 Thu. 15 Tue. 20 Wed. 21 Thu. 22 Trip Sat. 24Sun. 25

Run the River Whitewater Kayak Course

Mon. 12, 4:30-6:30 p.m., all other classes 4-6:30 p.m., Camping trip 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

$170 per person for ges 16+. Minors must have a legal guardian enrolled in the same class. Includes experienced guide, camping gear, kayak and wet suit.

Classes: NASWI area Camping Trip: Snoqualmie River CZ Community Recreation

Sat. 10

iREAD End-Of-Summer Splash Party

Noon-4 p.m.

FREE

Convergence Zone

Sat. 10-Sat. 17

Glacier National Park Tour*

Call for departure time.

$1,117 per person double occupancy, $1,638 per person single occupancy.

Glacier National Park, MT Community Recreation

Fri. 16

5th Annual MWR Appreciation Concert

6 p.m.

FREE

Seaplane Base across the street from the NEX

Mon. 19

Homeschool Happening

5-7 p.m.

FREE; includes (1) slice of pizza and (1) drink for each family member.

Multipurpose Room Convergence Zone

Sat. 24

Intro to Rock Climbing*

9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

$30 per person for ages 10+. Minors must have a legal guardian present.

Mount Erie CZ Community Recreation

Sat. 24

Birch Bay Water Park*

9 a.m.-5 p.m.

$23 for ages 6 and up, $18 for ages 3-5, and $5 ages 2 and under.

Birch Bay, WA CZ Community Recreation

Tue. 27-Thu. 29

Junior Golf Camp*

1-3 p.m.

$40 per person

Gallery Golf Course

Fri. 6

Wine & Jazz Festival

6-10 p.m.

FREE

Seaplane Base Across the street from the NEX

Sat. 7

Paintball: Battle Trio*

11 a.m-4 p.m.

$15 per person. Includes equipment, field and air.

Convergence Zone

Sat. 7

Make & Take: Hemp Shell Necklace*

3-4 p.m.

$5 per craft

Multipurpose Room Convergence Zone

Tue. 10-Wed. 11

Basic Sea Kayaking Class*

Sept. 10: 4:30-7:30 p.m. $45 per person for ges 16+. (ASTC Pool), Sept. 11: Minors must have a legal 4:30-7:30 p.m. Seaplane guardian present. Boat Ramps next to DECA.

Crescent Harbor CZ Community Recreation

Sat. 14

Vancouver, BC*

7:30 a.m.-8 p.m.

$34 for ages 13+, $28 for ages 5-12, $10 for ages 4 and under.

Vancouver, BC CZ Community Recreation

Sun. 15

Canopy Tours NW*

8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

$100 for ages 13+, $65 for ages 12 and under.

Camano Island, WA CZ Community Recreation

Fri. 20-Sat. 21

Cypress Island Overnight Kayak Camping

8 a.m.-5 p.m.

$35 per person for ages 14+.

Guemes, WA CZ Community Recreation

Fri. 20-Sun. 22

Navy Getaways Glass Float Frenzy Weekend

TBD

$225 single occupancy, $145 per person double occupancy, $90 child. Includes round-trip transportation, 2-night stay at Navy Getaways Pacific Beach, glass float, scavenger hunt, snacks, movie en route and trip host.

Navy Getaways Pacific Beach CZ Community Recreation

Sat. 21

Auto Skills Center Customer Appreciation Day

TBD

FREE

Auto Skills Center

Sat. 21

Intro to Rock Climbing*

9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

$30 per person for ages 10+. Minors must have a legal guardian present.

Mount Erie CZ Community Recreation

& Camping Trip*

SEPTEMBER

Trip*

Stay*

Events are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice. For the most up-to-date information, contact the venue/host directly or visit www.navylifepnw.com. (*) Requires advance registration online at www.navylifepnw.com/myffr (see page 4 for instructions).

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EVENT/CLASS DESCRIPTIONS ARTS & CRAFTS Make & Take Craft Events

Make a special craft and then take it home! Crafts are for all skill levels.

KID-FRIENDLY Exploration: Wind Tunnel Engineering with Imagine Children’s Museum®

A representative from the Imagine Children’s Museum® is coming to visit and show us how to balance forces as we engineer a flying craft and test it in a vertical wind tunnel. Space is limited to 28 participants, ages 6-17.

Homeschool Happening

Learn about homeschooling and meet other homeschooling families during this fun, interactive learning event with the NASWI School Liaison Officer. Each family member receives one FREE slice of pizza and one drink, door prizes!

iREAD End-OfSummer Splash Party

You did it! Celebrate reaching your summer reading goals with Rippling Tides Dual Lane Slides and Pool, Slip ‘N Slide Jumbo, as well as a splash area designated for the smaller kids. For kids not looking to make a splash, enjoy the Reptile Zoo! Free backpacks while supplies last.

Paintball: Battle Trio

Fight your way through three different battlefields from history. Will your team be the victor of the three historic battles or will your team be crushed under the might of the opponents? The battles are based off the Battle of the Solomon Islands, Battle of Verdun, and Battle of Stalingrad.

Paintball: Independence Day

The Aliens have arrived 14

and their goal is to invade and destroy Earth. Join forces and to defeat the aliens and send them back to their home planet. Or, join the Aliens and destroy the world.

Garden-to-Kitchen Series

The ‘Baby Bunch’ Playgroup

Intro to Rock Climbing

Take this opportunity to meet up with other caregivers and their babies to socialize and make new friends at our baby sensory playgroup. Each week we will have a baby sensory play zone set up in our Multipurpose Room. Siblings welcome to join. For ages 0-2.

Climbing Wall Thursdays

Join us every Thursday to test your climbing skills at the wall! Weekly at the Gym. Gear available for all ages!

Toddler Time

Join us each week for a themed story time, an activity and craft. Caregiver must be present and stay/assist the child during all activities. For ages 3-5.

SKILLS DEVELOPMENT American Red Cross First Aid/CPR

American Red Cross Training for adult and child CPR/AED and First Aid Certification. Learn how to be prepared for a medical emergency situation.

Basic Sea Kayaking

This class is a prerequisite to attend kayaking trips or rent sea kayaks from the Convergence Zone. The class will teach you the proper technique on how to enter/exit a touring kayak, how to do a buddy assist, learn proper paddle techniques, and more! Wet suits, life jackets, swim booties, and splash jackets are provided.

HOBBIES & RECREATION

Learn how to start your own outdoor garden and incorporate local fresh produce into healthy family meals. The course covers climbing techniques, rappelling, and belaying. Enjoy the day of climbing all while taking in the gorgeous views Mount Erie has to offer!

Run the River: Whitewater Kayak Course & Camping Trip

Includes one classroom session, four pool sessions practicing the skills, a camping trip, and running the river! All levels of experience welcome! Price includes experienced guide, camping gear, kayak, and wet suit.

Teen Volunteering Opportunities

Does your teen have a passion for community outreach or need to fulfill required volunteer hours for their school? Stop by the Convergence Zone and check out current volunteer options.

SPECIAL EVENTS 5th Annual MWR Appreciation Concert

LIVE music, food trucks, bounce house, children’s activities, and more! Complete details coming soon!

12th Man Ticket Jam

Active duty only. Visit the LIBERTY NW Center and Convergence Zone and fill out an entry form for a chance to purchase tickets for the Seattle Seahawks home games for the 2019/2020 season!

Wine & Jazz Festival

Entertainment for all includes a Jazz concert, wine tasting, beer garden, bounce houses, caricature artists and more! Food trucks onsite for food purchase or bring

your own picnic dinner! Located on the Seaplane Base on the field across from the NEX!

TRIPS & TOURS Backpack Chain Lakes Loop This gorgeous loop has it all, views of Mount Baker and Shuksan, alpine lakes for swimming, and well maintained trails to venture through.

Birch Bay Water Park

Birch Bay is a small park that offers eight fast fun slides, a kiddie pool, activity pool and hot tub. Great way to get away with the family for some summer fun!

Canopy Tours NW

Experience the rush of zipping through the woods at Canopy Tours NW. You will venture through six different zip lines, a log bridge, and 47’ final descent, all through a stunning Pacific Northwest forest!

Cypress Islands Overnight Kayaking Camping Trip

We will depart from Fidalgo Island, near the Guemes Ferry Terminal, cross the Guemes and Bellingham channels, then set up camp on Cypress Island on either Cypress Head or Pelican beach.

Granville Island, (Vancouver) BC

Discover Vancouver’s historic Granville Island, a hidden gem for local chefs, live music fans and families. Great views, tasty foods, tons of shopping, maybe even cool off at Grandville’s FREE water park!

Glass Float Frenzy 2-Night Stay

Navy Getaways Pacific Beach will become an arena for the Glass Float Scavenger Hunt! Keep what you find! Learn about the basics

of beachcombing from a nationally renowned marine biologist, Alan Rommer. Trip includes round-trip transportation, accommodations, snacks, and host.

Kayak Under the Stars Moonlight Paddle

Enjoy a guided paddle around the bay, under a beautiful moonlit sky. Basic Sea Kayaking Class is required to participate.

Regional Glacier National Park Tour

During this week-long tour, we will explore beautiful Glacier National Park. Enjoy a laser light show, historic museums, a boat tour on Lake McDonald and an alpine bus tour inside the park. Includes round-trip bus transportation, seven-night accomodations, three box lunches and dinners.

Ride the Train at Snoqualmie

Travel on a steam locomotive that departs from the historical Snoqualmie Depot and marvel at the scenic views of the lower river valley and the beauty of Snoqualmie Falls, Washington’s famous 270-foot waterfall!

Vancouver, BC

Visit the Dr. Sun YatSen Classical Chinese Garden with a guided tour, then set out on a self-guided walking tour of China Town. Next, we’ll head over to explore the Bloedel Conservatory, a domed lush paradise, located in the Queen Elizabeth Park, atop the city of Vancouver’s highest point.

HOBBIES & RECREATION

GET PAID TO DO WHAT YOU LOVE

RECREATION INSTRUCTORS WANTED Do you have a special talent or skill you would like to share? The Convergence Zone is looking for instructors to teach community members of all ages.

Call or visit the Convergence Zone for details.

360-257-2432

Motorcycle

STORAGE

Only $

/MONTH Open to all eligible base patrons.

LOCATED AT THE AUTO SKILLS CENTER

This is a SECURED covered storage facility just for MOTORCYCLES.

Registration, drop-off, and pick-up times available at the Auto Skills Center: Friday-Sunday: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

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Whether you’re looking to stay for business or pleasure, we have a lodging option for you! Centrally located on each base, our Navy Getaways and Navy Gateways Inns & Suites offer you a “home away from home” while traveling. We are committed to providing world-class service from the moment you arrive. Our accommodations range from hotel rooms, cottages and deluxe cabins to yurts, RV parks and tent camping sites. pantone 459

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NAVY GETAWAYS

Stay! Play! Relax! The Navy’s Recreational Lodging Program, Navy Getaways, offers three quality recreational getaway locations in the Pacific Northwest. Eligibility: Active Duty, Reservists, Retirees, NAF or DoD civilians and sponsored guests. Make a reservation at www.navygetaways. com or call 1-877-NAVY-BED (6289-233)!

RV Park & Campground

Cliffside Park Drive from Ault Field. Watch for the directional signs on base. Oak Harbor, WA 98278 360-257-2649 Customer Service Cabin Open Daily: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Nestled along the shoreline of Whidbey Island, Cliffside RV Park overlooks the Strait of Juan de Fuca, Vancouver Island, the San Juan Islands, and the Olympic Peninsula. With its awe-inspiring location, Cliffside offers the ambiance of shoreline living, an open window on an ever-changing marine environment, and unparalleled sunsets.

TIDE’S OUT RUN ON THE BEACH Wednesday, July 3 11 a.m.-1 p.m. • FREE The tide is low, so out in the mud we go! NASWI Fitness Center & Navy Getaways Cliffside

LODGING & LEISURE

Recreation Area & Campground 21027 Jim Creek Rd. Arlington, WA 98223 425-304-5315/5363

Jim Creek Recreation Area is located just outside of Arlington, WA, about 90 minutes north of Seattle. Nestled in the foothills of the North Cascades, Jim Creek serves as a Naval Radio Station and regional outdoor recreation facility that is open year round. Seasonal activities include fishing, boating and the Alpine Tower climbing adventure (open Memorial Day through Labor Day).

ANNUAL POLYNESIAN LUAU

Hotel, Cottages, RV Park, & Campground

108 First St. N Pacific Beach, WA 98571 360-276-4414 Front Desk Hours Friday: 7:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday-Thursday: 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Located on the Pacific coast, 15 miles north of Ocean Shores, the facility features reasonably priced hotel accommodations as well as fully-furnished 3-, 4-, and 5-bedroom cottages lining the ocean bluff, providing guests with panoramic ocean vistas. On-site amenities include Pac Beach

Saturday, Aug. 3 Enjoy a piece of the islands with a Hawaiian dinner and interactive show. Navy Getaways Pacific Beach

Market & Café, Raindrop Lanes, an exercise room, volleyball and basketball courts, clam-cleaning stations, a whale-watching tower, a recreation equipment rental center and lounge known for a variety of special events.

Navy Gateway Inns & Suites

Eligibility: Active Duty, Reservists, Retirees, NAF or DoD civilians and sponsored guests. Traveling for weekends and holidays? Don’t forget to check with NGIS for available rooms. Amenities include: FREE Internet access,

CHRISTMAS IN JULY

Saturday, July 27 Noon-4 p.m. • FREE Partner with Buddy the ELF to explore the Candy Cane Forest, play games, and make crafts! Navy Getaways Jim Creek

LODGING & LEISURE refrigerator, housekeeping, fitness rooms, FREE premium cable TV, coffee, guest laundry, business centers and microwave. NGIS also offers pet-friendly accommodations. Call for details. For reservations, call 1-877-NAVY-BED (628-9233)

Bangor

2750 Sargo Circle Silverdale, WA 98315 877-628-9233 Nestled among the trees of Naval Base Kitsap Bangor, the Evergreen Lodge offers standard rooms and suites in a park-like setting. The new beds and upgraded linens ensure maximum guest comfort. Navy Gateway Inns & Suites combines all the comforts of a hotel, while specializing in official business accommodations.

Bremerton

120 S Dewey St. Bldg. 865 Bremerton, WA 98314 877-628-9233 Located in the central hub of Naval Base Kitsap Bremerton, the facility offers an unobstructed view of Sinclair Inlet and is a comfortable home away from home. Standard rooms, suites with kitchenettes and extended-stay accommodations are available to meet a variety of needs and budgets. Navy Gateway Inns & Suites combines all the comforts of a hotel, while specializing in official business accommodations.

Smokey Point

Stay at Navy Getaways

Gateway Inns & Suites, Eagle’s Nest Inn offers standard rooms and suites. Navy Gateway Inns & Suites combines all the comforts of a hotel, while specializing in official business accommodations.

Deluxe Camping Trailers in our

Whidbey Island

1175 W Midway St. Bldg. 973 Oak Harbor, WA 98278 877-628-9233

Conveniently positioned on Naval Air Station Whidbey Island’s Ault Field, which overlooks the San Juan Islands and Strait of Juan de Fuca, Navy Gateway Inns & Suites combines all the comforts of a hotel, while specializing in official business accommodations.

Just

night

Available for rent at:

13918 45th Ave. NE Marysville, WA 98271 877-628-9233 Located approximately 20 minutes north of Naval Station Everett in the Smokey Point Navy Support Complex, the Navy

Oak Harbor, WA

Arlington, WA

Open to active duty, retirees, reservists, DoD civilians, base contractors, families, and accompanied guests, unless otherwise noted.

www.navygetaways.com · 1 -877-NAVY-BED

SUMMER SPLASHDOWN & 5K COLOR RUN

Saturday, Aug. 10 Noon-4 p.m. • FREE Get blasted with color during our Technicolor DASH, and then spend time slipping and sliding. Navy Getaways Jim Creek www.navylifepnw.com/myffr

SIPS AND PAINTING (WINE & ADULT CRAFT)

Sunday, Aug. 18 7 p.m. • $35, sign up at Cliffside RV Park Office Meet at the the Fireplace Pavilion, sip some wine and find your inner Van Gogh or Picasso. Navy Getaways Cliffside

GLASS FLOAT FRENZY

Saturday, Sept. 21 Starts at 8 a.m. • FREE Comb the beach for glass floats. Navy Getaways Pacific Beach

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NAVY GETAWAYS EVENT CALENDAR JULY-SEPTEMBER 2019 DATE

EVENT/CLASS

Ongoing

Deluxe Mallard RV Camper Rentals

Daily, April-Sept. Twin Lakes at Jim Creek Road to Twin Lakes closes depending on weather Daily, Jumping Pillow Memorial DayLabor Day

TIME ONGOING Standard reservation and business hours 7 a.m.-Dusk

PRICE

VENUE/HOST

$95/night

Jim Creek Navy Community Recreation Area and Cliffside RV Park Jim Creek Navy Community Recreation Area

Varies

Saturdays, Memorial DayLabor Day Fri., July 5Fri., Sept. 27 Sat., July 6Sat., Sept. 28 Sat., July 6Sat., Sept. 28 Sat., July 6Sat., Sept. 28

Alpine Tower Ropes Course

Sun.–Thu.: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Fri. & Sat.: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Campground Bingo (Fridays)

6-7 p.m.

FREE

Guided Outdoor Activity (Saturdays)

10 a.m.

FREE

Ice Cream Social (Saturdays)

Noon-3 p.m.

Campground Movies (Saturdays)

6 p.m.

$1.50 per scoop or two scoops for $2 FREE

Wed. 3

JULY 11 a.m-1 p.m.

FREE

Thu. 4

Tide’s Out Run on the Beach. No chip timing and same-day registration. Fireworks Shuttle

Fri. 5 Fri. 5

Ice Cream Social Sips and Painting (Wine & Adult Craft)

2-4 p.m. 7 p.m.

Sat. 6

4th of July Holiday Weekend Barbecue

5 p.m.

Sat. 6

Pacific Beach Tie-Dye Day

TBD

Tue. 9 Sat. 13

Star Party-Saturn at Opposition Skookum Obstacle Run*

9 p.m. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Sat. 13 Sat. 13 Mon. 15 Sat. 20 Sat. 20 Sat. 20

Moonlight Hike Family Fun Day & Barbecue National Ice Cream Day Fortune Cookie Day Night Hike Pacific Beach Tie-Dye Day

9:30 p.m. All Day 2-4 p.m. All day 9:30 p.m. TBD

Tue. 23 Sat. 27

National Hot Dog Day Christmas in July

TBD Noon-4 p.m.

Sat. 27 Sat. 27

Star Party Sips at Sunset

9:30 p.m.

LODGING & LEISURE

4 p.m.

7 p.m.

$5 daily, $8 two-day or $28 family two-day

Jim Creek Navy Community Recreation Area

$15

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FREE, sign up at Cliffside RV Park Office prior. FREE $35, sign up at Cliffside RV Park Office FREE burgers & hot dogs, campers bring a side dish! $7 for custom Pacific Beach Tie-Dye T-shirt or $2 for a towel. $2 for supplies if you bring a garment. FREE $10 FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE $7 for custom Pacific Beach Tie-Dye T-shirt or $2 for a towel. $2 for supplies if you bring a garment. FREE FREE FREE $10, includes souvenir glass. Sign up at Cliffside RV Park Office prior.

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LODGING & LEISURE DATE

EVENT/CLASS

Sat. 3

Sudz at Sunset for International Beer Day

TIME AUGUST 7 p.m.

Sat. 3 Sat. 3

Disc Golf Day Coast Guard Birthday BOGO

All Day All Day

Sat. 3 Sat. 10

Polynesian Luau Summer Splashdown & 5K Color Run*

TBD Noon-4 p.m.

Sat. 10

National S’mores Day

7:30 p.m.

Sat. 10

Pacific Beach Tie-Dye Day

TBD

Mon. 12 Fri. 16 Sat. 17 Sat. 17 Sun. 18

Perseid Meteor Showers International Geocaching Day Kids’ Craft Time Night Hike Sips & Painting (Wine & Adult Craft)

9:30 p.m. All day 5 p.m. 9:30 p.m. 7 p.m.

Fri. 23 Sat. 24

Pet Nature Walk Luau

11 a.m.-1 p.m. 1-4 p.m.

Tue. 27 Fri., Aug.30Mon., Sept. 2 Sat. 31 Sat. 31

Banana Lovers Day Kelper’s Weekend

TBD

Star Party Pacific Beach Tie-Dye Day

9:30 p.m. TBD

Sun. 1 Sun. 1

Solar Engraving Craft Time Labor Day Barbecue

SEPTEMBER 1 p.m. 5 p.m.

Fri. 13 Sat. 14

Chocolate Day International Coastal Clean-up Day. Help Mother Earth by cleaning up the beach. Enjoy prizes and a hot-dog roast afterward. Air Force Birthday

All Day 1 p.m.

End-of-Summer Blowout! Come join us for one last summer celebration with games, crafts, activities and more. Glass Float Frenzy Hot Mulled Cider Day

Wed. 18 Sat. 21 Sat. 21 Mon. 30

PRICE

VENUE/HOST

$10, includes souvenir glass. Sign up at Cliffside RV Park Office prior. FREE Enjoy one FREE night when you purchase one or more nights. TBD FREE

Cliffside RV Park

FREE! Most creative s’more wins a prize! $7 for custom Pacific Beach Tie-Dye T-shirt or $2 for a towel. $2 for supplies if you bring a garment. FREE FREE Fees apply. FREE $35, sign up at Cliffside RV Park Office FREE Food available for purchase. FREE Various

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FREE $7 for custom Pacific Beach Tie-Dye T-shirt or $2 for a towel. $2 for supplies if you bring a garment.

Cliffside RV Park Navy Getaways Pacific Beach

FREE FREE burgers and hot dogs, campers bring a side dish! FREE FREE

Cliffside RV Park Cliffside RV Park

Cliffside RV Park

8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Enjoy one FREE night when you purchase one or more nights. FREE

Starts at 8 a.m. All day

FREE FREE

Navy Getaways Pacific Beach Cliffside RV Park

All Day

Cliffside RV Park Cliffside RV Park

Jim Creek Navy Community Recreation Area

*May require advanced registration (see page 4 for instructions.) Events are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice. For the most up-to-date information, contact the venue/host directly or visit www.navylifepnw.com.

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SPORTS, FITNESS & AQUATICS Our state-of-the-art fitness center is here to help you achieve “fitness for life” and offers a variety of services and facilities to fulfill that goal. Individual and group instruction is available from certified professionals in cardiovascular conditioning, strength training, flexibility, and nutrition. Whether you are an expert or an amateur when it comes to sports, chances are we also have a league or tournament to fit your interests.

Whidbey Fitness Center

3755 N Wasp St. Bldg. 117 Oak Harbor, WA 98278 360-257-2420 Monday-Thursday: 5 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday: 5 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, Sunday & Holidays: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. NAS Whidbey Island has one of the most expansive fitness centers in the Navy. Our amenities include: Extensive Cardio & Strength Equipment • Life Fitness Treadmills • Stairmaster Steppers • Matrix Stepmill • Concept2 Indoor Rowers • Precor Elliptical • Life Fitness Ellipticals • Technogym Wave

Ellipticals • Recumbent Bikes • Upright Bikes • FREE Motion • FREE-Weight Room • Hammer Strength Line Facility & Surrounding Area Features • Sauna • Large Group Fitness Room • Four Racquetball Courts • Full Basketball Court • Volleyball Court • Tennis Court • Boxing/Judo Room • NOFFS Zone • Rogue Rack • Functional Training Equipment • Family Fitness Room (Cardio) • Functional Training Room • Seaview Trail (start point at Fitness Center in two direc-

3RD ANNUAL GROWLER 8K RUN

Friday, Aug. 2 3 p.m. • FREE All finishers earn a commemorative growler! Starts at M.T. McCormick’s Officers’ Club

SPORTS, FITNESS & AQUATICS

tions: one to Cliffside, one to Nortz Gate) • Costen-Turner Complex • Football/Soccer Field w/Running Track • Three Softball Fields

AQUATICS FACILITIES

Although NAS Whidbey Island does not have its own recreational swimming facility, MWR has a partnership with two local pools: Fidalgo Pool in Anacortes and the North Whidbey Parks & Rec Pool in Oak Harbor. For more information, see the Front Desk.

Intramural Sports 360-257-4320

The sports coordinators regularly schedule intramural sports leagues throughout the year, such as volleyball, flag football, golf, basketball,

bowling, soccer and softball. Various tournaments scheduled throughout the year are also available and allow friendly, competitive games to be played during the workday. Tournaments such as racquetball, dodgeball, and 3-on-3 basketball are just some examples.

Admiral’s Cup

Admiral’s Cup allows Sailors who possess the athletic skills to compete on an all Navy Regional Installation team. They have the chance to represent their installation in NRNW tournaments.

Captain’s Cup

Represents your Command in a variety of different team sports and activities, while earning points toward the Cup.

9/11 MEMORIAL 5K RUN Wednesday, Sept. 11 11 a.m.-1 p.m. • FREE NASWI Fitness Center

3RD ANNUAL SUICIDE PREVENTION & AWARENESS MONTH INFLATABLE BUBBLE SOCCER Friday, Sept. 27 11 a.m.-1 p.m. • FREE NASWI Fitness Center

SPORTS,SUPPORT FITNESS & PROGRAMS AQUATICS = Admiral’s Cup

SPORTS, FITNESS & AQUATICS EVENT CALENDAR JULY-SEPTEMBER 2019 DATE

EVENT

= For Kids

= Captain’s Cup

TIME

PRICE

VENUE/HOST

minimum 30 minutes a day

FREE

Fridays, July 12, NOFFS Operational Course* Aug. 9, & Sept. 6

7-11 a.m.

FREE

NASWI Fitness Center

Wed. 3

Tides Out Run/Walk*

11 a.m.-1 p.m.

FREE

NASWI Fitness Center

Sat. 13

Admiral’s Cup Softball Tournament

TBD

FREE

TBD

Fri. 19

Mission Nutrition*

8 a.m.-4 p.m.

FREE

NASWI Fitness Center

Fri. 26

Tennis Tournament*

11 a.m.-1 p.m.

FREE

NASWI Fitness Center

ONGOING Now through Tue., Dec. 31

Fitness Incentive Program*

JULY

AUGUST Fri. 2

3rd Annual Growler 8K Run/Walk*

3 p.m.

FREE

M.T. McCormick’s Officers’ Club

Sat. 3

Disc Golf Tournament*

11 a.m.

FREE

MWR Community Recreation 18-hole Disc Golf Course

Mon. 12-Fri. 16

Command Fitness Leader (CFL) Certification Course*

7 a.m.-4:30 p.m. daily

FREE

NASWI Fitness Center

Fri. 23

Pet Nature Walk with Outdoor Recreation*

11 a.m.-1 p.m.

FREE

NASWI Fitness Center

Mon. 26

Intramural Sports Flag Football Coaches’ Meeting

2 p.m.

FREE

NASWI Fitness Center

SEPTEMBER Wed. 11

9/11 Memorial 5K Run*

11 a.m.-1 p.m.

FREE

NASWI Fitness Center

Fri. 20

NOFFS Strength/Endurance/Sandbag Course*

11 a.m.-1 p.m.

FREE

NASWI Fitness Center

Fri. 27

3rd Annual Suicide Prevention & Awareness Month Inflatable Bubble Soccer*

11 a.m.-1 p.m.

FREE

NASWI Soccer Field

Activities are open to eligible male and female patrons ages 18+, unless otherwise noted. Events are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice. For the most up-to-date information, contact the venue/host directly or visit www.navylifepnw.com. (*) Requires advance registration online at www.navylifepnw.com/myffr (see page 4 for instructions) or contact venue/host.

EVENT/CLASS DESCRIPTIONS 3rd Annual Growler 8K Run

All finishers receive commemorative growler glassware! Enjoy snacks after! Open to all base access ID cardholders and guests. Family-friendly!

3rd Annual Suicide Prevention & Awareness Month Inflatable Bubble Soccer

Commands, round up a team and give inflatable soccer a try with this fun and friendly scrimmage.

9/11 Memorial 5k Run

Command formation running is highly recommended... show your Navy pride! No chip timing for this run. Running along the trail on Hammer Gate Road.

Command Fitness Leader (CFL) Certification Course

A 40-hour mandatory training for Sailors appointed to be their Command CFL. Assistant CFLs are not required to take this course, but are highly encouraged to attend. All applications must be submitted to CNIC two weeks prior to class start date.

Fitness Incentive Program

Designed to keep you motivated on your journey to a healthy lifestyle. Whether on your own or participating in group fitness activities, earn rewards while staying active. Points are assigned for time spent working out—not speed,

mileage, strength, or endurance—you set your personal limits! The program is completely FREE.

Mission Nutrition

A standardized, science-based course focused on improving your nutritional knowledge and awareness. You will learn about a variety of everyday nutrition topics and ways to improve your eating habits, as well as your overall health. Topics include: Food Shopping, Meal Planning and Eating Out, Emotional and Mindless Eating, Fad Diets, Hot Topics, Food Myths and Reading Labels, and Intro to Operation Supplement Safety. Open to AD, Retirees, DoD Civilians and AD/Retiree

family members ages 13 or older.

NOFFS Courses

Navy Operational Fitness & Fueling System (NOFFS) workouts are specifically designed to meet the specialized needs of the USN Sailor. Learn more about each organized series: Operational, Strength, Endurance, and Sandbag.

down to Cliffside out into the muck and back to the Fitness Center. Should be a fun and dirty workout! No chip timing and same-day registration allowed.

Pet Nature Walk with Outdoor Recreation

Take a nice stroll along Seaview Trail while MWR Community Recreation Guides talk about the nature along the trail. Pets will earn treats!

Tides Out Run/Walk

The tide is low, so out in the mud we go! Run starts at the gym, goes

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AT T E N T ION !

CALLING ALL JUNIOR SERVICE MEMBERS!* FREE, DISCOUNTED, FUN, AFFORDABLE ACTIVITIES to get you out and enjoying the GREAT PACIFIC NORTHWEST.

HOLIDAY PARTIES

PAINTBALL

BARRACKS BASH

*Young Adult (E1-E6) LIBERTY-eligible only.

VANCOUVER TRIPS

RECREATION TRIPS

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VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES

ADVENTURE

COOKING CLASSES

BUBBLE SOCCER TOURNAMENTS

INTRAMURAL SPORTS

LEAGUES AND TOURNAMENTS TO FIT YOUR INTERESTS! Experts and amateurs enjoy regularly scheduled leagues throughout the year, including volleyball, flag football, golf, basketball, softball, and more. REGIONAL TEAMS: Play for Team Navy as our region takes on Soldiers and Airmen from Joint Base Lewis-McChord each year in Flag Football, Ice Hockey, and more. ADMIRAL’S CUP: Lead your Base to victory by competing against the other Naval Bases in our region. CAPTAIN’S CUP: Represent your Command in a variety of different team sports and activities, while earning points toward the Cup. TOURNAMENTS: Various tournaments are scheduled throughout the year, including Racquetball, Dodgeball, and Basketball.

FREE to active duty, retirees, and their family members over the age of 18. DoD civilians and DoD contractors will be charged a $25 fee for each sport. For more information, contact whidbey.sports@navylifepnw.com, or 360-257-4320 or visit

www.navylifepnw.com.

SPORTS, FITNESS & AQUATICS

HOUSING SERVICES Your installation Housing Service Center (HSC) is your source for helpful and friendly information about available housing options at any installation worldwide. Call or visit your installation HSC to learn more about our wide range of services including safe and affordable pre-screened community housing listings, personalized counseling and more.

Housing Service Center

Nor’Wester 3675 W Lexington, Bldg. 2556 Oak Harbor, WA 98278 800-876-7022 Monday-Friday: 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Unaccompanied Housing

Check-in: Navy Gateway Inns & Suites 1175 W Midway St., Bldg. 973 Oak Harbor, WA 98278 360-257-2038

After-hours Emergency Maintenance 360-914-7347

Housing services:

• Pre-screened community housing listings. • Personalized counseling to find what will work best for your situation, including exceptional family member needs. • Lease services, including review and explanation of lease terms and lease negotiation. • Subject matter experts who can assist you with the Service Members Civil Relief Act (SCRA) or any landlord/tenant disputes that you have been unable to resolve on your own. • Housing representatives who can document basic health or

safety conditions in the home. • Outbound services to help you with housing at your next destination. • Local maps, fax services and more, all available at no cost to you!

Homes.mil, your FREE online resource

Check out HOMES.mil, the only DoD-sponsored rental listing website used by Military Housing Offices around the world. Service members and their families can view property listing details, contact Property Managers by email, compare multiple listings and map rental properties without logging in. Property

HOUSING SERVICE CENTER

Online Barracks Maintenance Requests Available 24/7, residents can submit nonemergency maintenance requests through the online maintenance request program at www.navylifepnw.com. It’s fast and easy. Requests are sent to our Maintenance Tracking Program and are reviewed daily by UH Building Managers. Residents receive an email confirmation when their maintenance

requests are received, assessed, and completed.

Tell Us What You Think

Your Unaccompanied Housing Office offers a Continuous Improvement Survey (CIS). We highly encourage your participation in the CIS. A hard copy of the survey can be obtained from any UH staff member. The survey can also be found online at www.surveymonkey.com /r/9DFX26C

Visit any Housing Service Center (HSC) for: • Lease Services • Referral Counseling • Family Housing Application • Landlord/Tenant Resolution Services

Naval Base Kitsap

NAVSTA Everett

NAS Whidbey Island

Housing Service Center Bangor Plaza 2720 Ohio Street Silverdale, WA 98315 360-396-4399 nbk-housing@navylifepnw.com

Housing Service Center 2000 W. Marine View Drive Bldg. 2028 Everett, WA 98207 425-304-3402 everett-housing@navylifepnw.com

Housing Service Center 3675 W. Lexington St. Bldg. 2556 Oak Harbor, WA 98278 360-257-3331 whidbey-housing@navylifepnw.com

(800) 876-7022

managers and landlords can also use this service to list their rentals. For more information, contact your installation HSC.

• Navy Advocate for you and your family when housing maintenance, health or safety issues arise • Outbound Services • and more! All military personnel are required to check in with the Housing Service Center (HSC). This should be accomplished prior to making any arrangements for community housing. The office maintains a complete computerized listing covering almost all the rental properties in your local area.

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CHILD & YOUTH PROGRAMS Our Child & Youth Programs are committed to supporting military and DoD civilian families by recognizing the uniqueness of each family’s lifestyle and needs. In addition to childcare, we provide age-appropriate recreational and educational programs for youth before and after school, as well as summer day camps, homework help and field trips. Child Development Centers (CDC) offer center-based care for children 6 weeks to 5 years of age. All centers are accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.

Clover Child Development Center 365 W Clover Bldg. 2679 Oak Harbor, WA 98278 360-257-3302

Regatta Child Development Center 220 NE Regatta Dr. Bldg. 2936 Oak Harbor, WA 98278 360-257-6572

Whidbey Child Development Homes

260 W Pioneer Way Bldg. 13, Seaplane Base 360-257-1877 Our certified Child Development Homes care for children from birth through 12 years of age. Off-base homes are additionally licensed by the State of Washington.

Whidbey SchoolAge Care

54 Wake Ave. Bldg. 2874 Oak Harbor, WA 98278 360-257-0889

Monday-Friday: 6 a.m.-6 p.m.

Our School-Age Care (SAC) program is designed to provide piece of mind for children 6-12 years of age.

Youth Center

54 Wake Ave. Bldg. 2874 Oak Harbor, WA 98278 360-257-3150 School Year

Monday: 1:30-6 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday: 2:30-6 p.m. Friday: 2:30-10 p.m. School Holidays Monday-Thursday: 2-6 p.m. Friday: 2-10 p.m. Our Youth Center is open to eligible family members ages 12-18, in grades 7-12 of active duty, retirees, DoD civilians and DoD contractors.

CHILD & YOUTH PROGRAMS EVENT CALENDAR JULY-SEPTEMBER 2019 DATE Fri., July 26Sat., July 27 Mon., Aug. 5Fri., Aug. 9 Mon., Aug. 26Fri., Aug. 30

EVENT Teen Center Backyard Cook & Campout

TIME 6 p.m.-7 a.m.

PRICE FREE for ages 13-18

VENUE/HOST Youth Center

Ultimate Teen Adventures Days

1-6 p.m.

FREE for ages 13-18

Youth Center

Missoula Children’s Theater Camp: Jack and the Beanstalk

Auditions: Mon., Aug. 26 at 9:30 a.m. Rehearsal: Session 1: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Session 2: 1-3 p.m. Performance day: 3-6 p.m.

FREE for ages 6-18

Youth Center Auditions and Performance: Victory Terrace Community Center

TEEN CENTER BACKYARD COOK & CAMPOUT

Friday, July 26-Sunday, July 27 6 p.m.-7 a.m. • FREE Spend a night under the stars as we turn the Youth Center into a luxury campground! Barbecue, games, prizes, and more! Camping gear is provided, but personal gear is welcome!

CHILD & YOUTH PROGRAMS

ULTIMATE TEEN ADVENTURE DAYS

Monday, Aug. 5-Friday, Aug. 9 1-6 p.m. • FREE Explore Whidbey Island by land, sea, and air! Spend five days learning kayaking, paddleboarding, rock climbing, and more! Sign up for one day or the whole week. Pre-registration required. 360-257-3150

MISSOULA CHILDREN’S THEATER CAMP: JACK AND THE BEANSTALK

Monday, Aug. 26-Fri., Aug. 30 FREE Auditions are open to all military affiliated children (Grades 1-12). Auditions and Performance at the Victory Terrace Community Center 360-257-0889

CHILD & YOUTH PROGRAMS

NAVY CYP Youth Center Mural: (from left) Installation CYP Director, Genia Wessels, Mikey Fandrich (youth artist), and Navy CYP School Liaison Officer Robert Chance.

SEVEN CORE SERVICES of NAVY SCHOOL LIAISON OFFICERS (SLOs)

Contact your SLO for help with: ■ Inbound/outbound school transfers ■ K-12 educational options and information: public, private and homeschool ■ School support and other learning resources ■ Understanding the special education process ■ Graduation requirements and post-secondary options ■ Military and community services information ■ Deployment support for families and children

NAS Whidbey Island School Liaison Officer

360-257-6863 whidbey.slo@navylifepnw.com 260 W. Pioneer Way Oak Harbor, WA 98278

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School Transition Services (PCS cycle) SLOs assist families with school transfers, providing information on K-12 educational options and strategies to help “level the playing field” for military children and youth.

Partnerships in Education (PIE) SLOs help support the installation’s PIE program, where military personnel volunteer in local schools to help foster the success of all students in the community.

Deployment Support SLOs connect military families to the Navy’s deploymentsupport system, inform educators about the cycle of deployment, and provide tools to assist educators working with Navy children.

Post-secondary Preparation SLOs provide military high-school students with post-secondary information, resources, and opportunities.

Special Needs System Navigation SLOs provide information to families with children of identified needs, to help them navigate the administrative systems within local education agencies. SLOs also provide information about installation and community programs and services, and make referrals to the Exceptional Family Member Program.

Command, School, and Community Communications SLOs serve as subject-matter experts for installation commanders on K-12 issues, helping to connect command, school and community resources and information.

Homeschool Linkage and Support SLOs provide Navy families with homeschooling resources and support, as well as information on homeschooling issues, policies and legislation. EXPERIENCE NAVY LIFE WHIDBEY · JULY-SEPTEMBER 2019 25

The Center Fleet & Family Support

Centralized Scheduling

866-854-0638 ffsp.cnrnw@navy.mil

Fleet & Family Support Center-Nor’Wester 3675 W Lexington Bldg. 2556 Oak Harbor, WA 98278 360-257-6289 Monday-Thursday: 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday: 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Navy Gold Star Call Center 888-509-8759

24/7 SAPR Advocate 360-914-7867/55

DoD Safe Helpline 877-995-5247

24/7 Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) 360-914-7834

SUPPORT PROGRAMS The Fleet & Family Support Program is here to support you and stands ready to assist with every career and life change. Contact our Centralized Scheduling Center for individual, marriage and family counseling, class reservations, individual resume assistance, financial counseling, relocation assistance or deployment/mobilization support anywhere in the Pacific Northwest.

EVENT/CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Accessing Higher Education

This two-day workshop assists service and family members pursuing college education with preparation for the college application process.

BAH Approved… Now What?

Moving off base? Not sure where to start? This workshop covers everything a Sailor needs to know before they move out of the barracks, from what you can afford to roommate pros and cons.

Capstone Event

Completion of this activity demonstrates that service members have met their Career Readiness Standards (CRS) and have received the transition services mandated by Department of Defense.

FAMILY READINESS FAIR

Thursday, Aug. 8 • 4:30-7:30 p.m. Learn creative ways to build resiliency and enhance family readiness. Victory Terrace Community Center 360-257-6289

SUPPORT PROGRAMS

Car Buying

Want to buy a new set of wheels? This workshop educates learners on the three deals of car buying: the purchase, the financing and the trade-in, plus legal issues and laws. Learn about researching a car purchase, determining how much you can afford and negotiating effectively

Career Exploration and Planning

Identify your individual skills and talents, and develop long-term professional goals.

Career Options & Navy Skills Evaluation Program (CONSEP) This course gives Sailors the tools to make informed decisions about their career options and develop long-term professional goals. The 21st

Century CONSEP course provides six modules of instructor-led training that support the Military Life Cycle (MLC) model. Available in two versions: First-Term and MidCareer Sailors.

Caring for Aging Parents

Are your parents getting older and unsure how you can help? This workshop provides education and resources to assist families in caring for parents as they age, to include financial, emotional and legal issues.

Certified Ombudsman Trainer (COT) Applications are due Friday, July 19 to the Ombudsman Coordinator. RSVP 360-2578053. Any ombudsman, whether active duty or reservist, can attend

NEW PERSONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT CLASSES DEBT REHAB

Tuesday, Aug. 27 • 9-11 a.m

TACKLING STUDENT LOANS Thursday, Aug. 29 • 9-11 a.m Nor’Wester, Seaview 360-257-6289

when approved by their commanding officer. Experienced ombudsmen are encouraged to become a COT.

CFS Refresher

Learners are refreshed on the financial planning worksheet, the 8-step counseling model, and discuss financial hot topics. This workshop is required per OPNAVINST 1740.5D and CFSs must attend a minimum of every three years.

Command Financial Specialist (CFS) Basic Training

This class is designed to educate and train Command Financial Specialists as per OPNAVINST 1740.5D which requires a ratio of one CFS to every 75 members assigned. (Descriptions continue on page 30.)

BELLS ACROSS AMERICA

Tuesday, Sept. 17 • 9-11 a.m. Bells will ring in honor and remembrance of the fallen. CPO Ballroom

SUPPORT PROGRAMS

FLEET & FAMILY SUPPORT EVENT CALENDAR JULY-SEPTEMBER 2019 DATE

EVENT/CLASS

By Request

Family Readiness Group Training

By Request

United through Reading

2nd Thu. of every month

Family-Friendly Movie Night. Enjoy a FREE sensory-friendly experience where the lights are turned up and the sound is turned down.

Mon. 8-Fri. 12

TIME

VENUE

TBD

360-257-6289 to schedule

ONGOING 360-257-8058 to schedule 6 p.m.

Skywarrior Theater

Retirement T-GPS

7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Tue. 9

Communication Skills

8-10 a.m.

Nor’Wester, Fidalgo

Tue. 9

myFICO Credit Score/Report

Noon-1 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Tue. 9

Caring for Aging Parents

2-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Wed. 10

Financial Freedom Basics

12:30-4:30 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Thu. 11

Webinar: Credit…What’s the Big Deal?

11 a.m.-Noon

Online

Thu. 11

Sponsorship Training

2-3:30 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Mon. 15-Fri. 19

Command Financial Specialist (CFS)

7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Tue. 16-Wed. 17

Accessing Higher Education

8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Tue. 16

Parenting–Bullying & Social Media

1-3 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Fidalgo

Thu. 18

Capstone

9-11 a.m. & 1-3 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Mon. 22-Fri. 26

Separation T-GPS

7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Mon. 22-Fri. 26

SAPR Initial Advocate Training

7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Tue. 23

Stress & Anger Management

8-10 a.m.

Nor’Wester, Fidalgo

Tue. 23

myFICO Credit Score/Report

Noon-1 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Tue. 23

Ombudsman Assembly

6-8 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Wed. 24

Interview Techniques

1:30-4 p.m.

WorkSource, 265 NE Kettle St. Oak Harbor, WA 98278

Thu. 25

Sensory-Friendly Bowling Night (EFMP-REGISTERED FAMILIES ONLY)

5-7 p.m.

Convergence Zone Call 360-257-5266 for details.

Thu. 25

Resident Advisor (RA) SAPR Training

9-11 a.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Thu. 25

D-SAACP UVA Refresher Training

2-4 p.m.

CNATTU Ready Room

Sat. 27

Ombudsman Basic Training Parts 1-4

8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview Call 360-257-8053 for details.

Mon. 29

Ombudsman Basic Training Part 5

5-8 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Tue. 30

Emotional Intelligence

8-10 a.m.

Nor’Wester, Fidalgo

Tue. 30

Life After High School… Parent Version

8:30-11:30 a.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Tue. 30

Spouse Transition

Noon-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Tue. 30

Ombudsman Basic Training Part 6

5-8 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Wed. 31-Thu. 1

21st Century First-Term CONSEP

7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Wed. 31

Life After High School... Young Adult Version

1-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Wed. 31

Ombudsman Basic Training Part 7

5-8 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

JULY

AUGUST Thu. 1

Ombudsman Basic Training Parts 8-9

5-8 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Mon. 5-Fri. 9

Separation T-GPS

7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Tue. 6

myFICO Credit Score/Report

Noon-1 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Tue. 6

BAH Approved… Now What?

2-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Wed. 7

Money Habitudes… Money Personality, Habits & Attitudes

2-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Thu. 8

SAPR Point of Contact Training (POC)

7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Fidalgo

Thu. 8

Webniar: Welcome to Whidbey

11 a.m.-Noon

Online

Thu. 8

Car Buying

2-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Fidalgo

Thu. 8

Family Readiness Fair

4:30-7:30 p.m.

Victory Terrace Community Center 2205 Egret Dr., Oak Harbor, WA 98277

Mon. 12-Fri. 16

Retirement T-GPS

7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Tue. 13

Command EFMP POC Training

8-9:30 a.m.

Nor’Wester, Fidalgo

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DATE

EVENT/CLASS

TIME AUGUST CONTINUED 10-11 a.m.

VENUE/HOST

Tue. 13

EFMP Roundtable

Tue. 13

myFICO Credit Score/Report

Noon-1 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Fidalgo Nor’Wester, San Juan

Tue. 13

Money and the Move

1-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Wed. 14-Fri. 16

Million Dollar Sailor

8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Thu. 15

Communication Skills

8-10 a.m.

Nor’Wester, Fidalgo

Mon. 19

Webinar: Communicating for Healthy Relationships

1-2 p.m.

Online

Tue. 20-Wed. 21

Career Exploration and Planning Track

8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Tue. 20

Federal Resume & Application Process

8-9:30 a.m.

Nor’Wester, Fidalgo

Tue. 20

Writing your Best Civilian Resume

9:30-11 a.m.

Nor’Wester, Fidalgo

Tue. 20-Thu. 22

Certified Ombudsman Trainer

8 a.m.-5 p.m., RSVP by Fri., July 19 at 360-257-8053.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Thu. 22

Capstone

9-11 a.m. & 1-3 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Thu. 22

D-SAACP UVA Refresher Training

2-4 p.m.

CNATTU Ready Room

Thu. 22

EFMP Outdoor Fun Day

5-7 p.m.

Costen-Turner Gazebo & Ball Field LIMITED TO EFMP FAMILIES ONLY. RSVP at 360-257-5266.

Thu. 22

Stress & Anger Management

8-10 a.m.

Nor’Wester, Fidalgo

Mon. 26-Fri. 30

Separation T-GPS

7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Tue. 27

NEW! Debt Rehab

9-11 a.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Tue. 27

myFICO Credit Score/Report

Noon-1 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Tue. 27

Home Selling

2-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Tue. 27

Ombudsman Assembly

6-8 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Wed. 28

Interview Techniques

1:30-4 p.m.

WorkSource, 265 NE Kettle St. Oak Harbor, WA 98278

Wed. 28

Now I’m the Landlord …

2-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Thu. 29

Dealing with Difficult People

8-10 a.m.

Nor’Wester, Fidalgo

Thu. 29

NEW! Tackling Student Loans

9-11 a.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Thu. 29

Home Buying

2-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Tue. 3

Disaster Preparedness for Military Families

6-8 p.m.

CPO Club Ballroom

Wed. 4-Thu. 5

21st Century Mid-Term CONSEP

7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Mon. 9-Fri. 13

Separation T-GPS

7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Tue. 10

Communication Skills

8-10 a.m.

Nor’Wester, Fidalgo

Tue. 10

myFICO Credit Score/Report

Noon-1 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Tue. 10

Navy Retirement … Is it Enough?

2-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Wed. 11

TSP/BRS

2-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Thu. 12

Webinar: Ready or Not …

11 a.m.-Noon

Online

Thu. 12

Family Readiness Group Roundtable

5:30-7 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Fidalgo

Sat. 14

Community Preparedness Expo

10 a.m.-3 p.m.

North Whidbey Middle School

Mon. 16-Fri. 20

SAPR Initial Advocate Training

7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Tue. 17

Lemons to Lemonade

8-10 a.m.

Nor’Wester, Fidalgo

Tue. 17-Wed. 18

Entrepreneur T-GPS

8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Tue. 17

Bells Across America. Navy Gold Star Event with Vietnam Veteran Pinning Ceremony.

9-11 a.m.

CPO Club Ballroom

Wed. 18

CIAC Roundtable

3-3:30 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Fidalgo

Thu. 19

Capstone

9-11 a.m. & 1-3 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Mon. 23-Fri. 27

Retirement T-GPS

7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Tue. 24

Stress & Anger Management

8-10 a.m.

Nor’Wester, Fidalgo

Tue. 24

Newly Married? Let’s Talk Money

9-11 a.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Tue. 24

myFICO Credit Score/Report

Noon-1 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Tue. 24

CFS and Leadership Financial Forum

2-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

SEPTEMBER

SUPPORT PROGRAMS

SUPPORT PROGRAMS DATE

EVENT/CLASS

TIME

VENUE/HOST

SEPTEMBER CONTINUED Tue. 24

Ombudsman Appreciation Dinner

6-8 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

M.T. McCormick’s Officers’ Club $30 per person. Purchase tickets by Wednesday, Sept. 18. 360-257-8053/8058

Wed. 25

Interview Techniques

1:30-4 p.m.

WorkSource, 265 NE Kettle St. Oak Harbor, WA 98278

Thu. 26

CFS Refresher

7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Nor’Wester, Seaview

Thu. 26

New Spouse Orientation

9 a.m.-Noon

Nor’Wester, Fidalgo

Thu. 26

myFICO Credit Score/Report

Noon-1 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

Thu. 26

D-SAACP UVA Refresher Training

2-4 p.m.

CNATTU Ready Room

Mon. 30-Fri. 4

Separation T-GPS

7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Nor’Wester, San Juan

All events and classes are FREE unless otherwise noted. Dates and times are subject to change without prior notice. Advance registration may be required, call 866-854-0638 to register. For the most up-to-date information, contact the venue/host directly or visit www.navylifepnw.com.

Fleet & Family Support

Attend live workshops from the comfort and convenience of your home computer! All you need is a computer and a phone. For a schedule and to register: www.navylifepnw.com Questions? 866-854-0638 or ffsp.cnrnw@navy.mil

Take an Interviewing Techniques class to assist in landing the right job!

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MYSTERY SHOPPER

OMBUDSMAN APPRECIATION DINNER MASQUERADE-THEME

Tuesday, Sept. 24 • 6-8 p.m., Doors open at 5:30 p.m. $30 per person. Purchase tickets by Wednesday, Sept. 18. M.T. McCormick’s Officers’ Club Hosted by FFSC 360-257-8053/8058

Supporting seriously wounded, ill and injured Sailors and Coast Guardsmen and their families.

Yes, it’s true. You can actually get reimbursed to do the things that you already love to do. For more information on becoming an MWR Mystery Shopper, please contact: mysteryshopper.cnrnw@navy.mil or call 360-315-5114

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EVENT/CLASS DESCRIPTIONS CONTINUED Command Financial Specialist (CFS)/ Leadership Forum

This workshop is required per OPNAVINST 1740.5D. This forum provides members with an opportunity to discuss financial hot topics and current initiatives.

Communicating for Healthy Relationships (Webinar) Work on improving your communication skills to build and maintain healthy relationships.

Credit… What’s the Big Deal? (Webinar)

Is credit really that important? This workshop looks at how credit is used, who can access it and why it’s important to use credit responsibly.

Dealing with Difficult People

The focus will be on five key areas for solving your people problems. We will also address nine tools that are useful in managing difficult relationships.

Debt Rehab

Is debt weighing you down? Unsure where to start? This workshop explores all types of debt from credit card and installment loans to collections, and helps you design a recovery plan that best benefits you.

Entrepreneurship Track (B2B)

Two-day workshop for transitioning service and family members interested in starting their own business. In cooperation with the Small Business Administration, this workshop can assist service members in developing a business plan based on a self-assessment and marketing research.

Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Command POC

This class discusses the 30

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benefits of the EFMP program, the enrollment process for eligible sponsors, and the role of the Command POC in facilitating navigation through the EFM program.

shop will explore what to do prior to putting your house on the market, what to do after it’s on the market, how to respond to an offer and what happens at closing.

Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Roundtable and Training

The roundtable is a chance for EFMP stakeholders to discuss any issues or questions about the program. There is advance training at each session.

Emotional Intelligence Decades of research point to emotional intelligence as the critical factor that sets star performers apart from the rest of the pack. This workshop provides an overview and introduction to the two primary competencies: personal competence and social competence.

Federal Resume & Job Application Process

Understand the federal job application process and USA JOBs accounts, as well as federal resume tips.

Financial Freedom Basics

Money… We all need it, but do we know how to use it effectively. Learn the basics of sound financial principles that, if followed, leads to financial freedom.

Home Buying

Planning to buy a home… This workshop discusses knowing how much you can afford, selecting the right loan, selecting a realtor and your ideal home, plus making the offer and the closing process.

Home Selling

Getting ready to PCS or move… but you have a home here? This work-

CONUS and OCONUS. Training provides an overview of the phases of relocation, financial entitlements, creating a plan of action, packing tips, family concerns, and resources available.

ready, understanding the laws, hiring a property manager, finding good tenants, maintaining your property, and using your resources.

New duty station not what you expected? Learn ways to turn lemons into lemonade! In this workshop participants will learn concepts associated with positive thinking, how to approach potentially challenging situations, and find a way to make the best of where they are.

Money Habitudes

Tickets must be purchased by Tuesday, Sept. 17.

Life After High School…Parent Edition

It’s more than a 3-digit number. This workshop assists service members and their family members in examining their credit score and report, plus the program utilizes a score simulator to help improve their score.

Lemons to Lemonade

Don’t want your children living with you forever? Then you will need to teach them critical life principles to help them stand on their own and to be financially successful.

Life After High School…Young Adult Edition

Thinking about life after high school can be exciting and overwhelming. This workshop is designed for young adults (ages 16-25) and explores goal setting, college and careers, employment and basic financial planning.

Million Dollar Sailor

Want to satisfy all your financial literacy touchpoints in 2 ½ days? Then attend Million Dollar Sailor. It’s a 2 1/2-day seminar consisting of 11 modules, from creating a spending plan to retirement planning. It’s designed to educate and assist Sailors and their families in their quest to have a better quality of life with more financial choices.

Money and the Move

A look at the PCS process to assist Sailors and their families prepare to move

Money issues have nothing to do with how much you make and everything to do with what you spend. Our spending habits come from our money habitudes… our habits and attitudes towards money.

myFICO Credit Score/ Report

Navy Retirement… Is It Enough?

This workshop looks at the three stages of retirement, the five retirement steps and, sources and types of income available in “real” retirement.

Newly Married? Let’s Talk Money

Talking about money can be stressful. Adding the military lifestyle makes it even more stressful. Learn tips to get your money and marriage on track.

New Spouse Orientation

Get all the essential information you need for success: benefits, support services, military culture, and more.

Now I’m the Landlord…

Moving or PCSing but can’t sell your house here or just want to rent out a room? This workshop will prepare a homeowner to become the landlord by getting financially

Ombudsman Appreciation Dinner

Ombudsman Basic Training

Ombudsmen are required to attend Ombudsman Basic Training (OBT) within six weeks of their appointment.

Ready or not... (Webinar)

The big “something” emergency is going to happen. That “something” could be a fire or an earthquake. Are you and your family members prepared?

Stress & Anger Management

Covers the definitions, origins, and physiological effects of stress and anger, as well as management techniques.

Tackling Student Loans

Is student loan debt interfering with your GPA (going places ability)? Come learn what options are available if you are in default.

Thrift Savings Plan and Blended Retirement System (TSP & BRS)

You signed up for it in boot camp, but you have no idea how it works… This workshop explains in detail the TSP to include the various options and funds, plus the BRS benefits.

Transition GPS (Separation or Retirement)

Transition GPS is designed to build skills and prepare Sailors to depart the military and meet mandatory Career Readiness Standards (CRS).

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Welcome to Whidbey

Welcome to NAS Whidbey Island! We will provide an overview of programs, services, classes and events offered at FFSC, MWR events, getaways, fitness, and liberty programs!

SPECIAL PROGRAMS Navy Gold Star Program

Navy Gold Star services provide support to surviving family members of Sailors who died while on active duty, no matter the cause of death. Survivors remain part of the Navy Family and are welcome at any Fleet & Family Support Center (FFSC) for as long as they desire.

Sexual Assault Prevention & Response (SAPR) Program

SAPR provides 24/7 services and support to assist victims of sexual assault and aims to reduce the incidence of sexual assault committed by or against military service members, their families, and civilians.

Survivors Overcoming Assault with Resiliency (SOAR) Support Group This is a 10-week, psycho-educational support group that aims to assist survivors of sexual abuse and violence. It is trauma-informed, strengthbased and provides a safe environment to begin the healing process. For women and men, 18 and older.

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