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Area Bike Trails
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13 Life Hacks
Farmer’s Markets
14 7th Annual Boot Display
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Time to transition into summer.
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The area around us is full of bike trails of all kinds. The warmer weather makes this a perfect time to get some exercise and fresh air. We have provided you information about bike trails on post, in Clarksville and Hopkinsville.
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The warmer weather also brings us an abundance of fresh produce. We have outlined the area Farmer’s Markets, from Cadiz to Nashville. Take advantage of what area farmers have brought to the table.
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This issue also has information to make your day-to-day easier with simple life hacks and information about the upcoming 7th Annual Boot Display on Fort Campbell honoring fallen service members.
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Jumping on your bicycle is the perfect summer activity, especially when World Bike Day is on June 3rd! You get some great exercise, fresh air, and fun family memories. There are so many amazing options to choose from when trying to decide which bike trail to hop on. So grab your helmet, water bottle, and bike and get ready to ride this month in honor of the spectacular holiday. Clarksville Greenway One of Clarksville’s most popular options is the Clarksville Greenway. It is a 4.6-mi. asphalt path surrounded by gorgeous landscapes and amenities. You can jump on this path at 1101 Pollard Rd, Clarksville. It is open if the sun is out, so be sure to give it a visit. North Ford Street MTB Park Trailhead If you have some more experienced bikers in your family, swing by this cool trail. They have both easy trails and more advanced trails to explore. It has beautiful wildlife surrounding it and has plenty of shaded areas. It can be found at 2470 N Ford St #2518, Clarksville. McGregor Park & Cumberland Riverwalk If you want a casual trail to stroll down while enjoying the river views, lace up those shoes and stop by McGregor park. You can find it at 640 N Riverside Dr, Clarksville, and the
park closes at 11 PM every night.
Rotary Park Mountain Bike Trail Are you looking for a laid-back and casual trail? Then this is the park for you. It is a great place for beginners. It is truly a hidden gem right in the middle of town. Visit 2308 Rotary Park Dr, Clarksville, to find this path.
Mountain Biking Fort Campbell Bike Loop Did you know there is an awesome trail right in our backyard? The trail is a 1.5 mile singletrack loop that was originally designed as an obstacle course. You can find it on Georgia Rd, Fort Campbell.
Hopkinsville Greenway System North Dr. Trailhead This is a beautiful location on the Kentucky side of town that offers the perfect spot to bike, walk, or run. It is amazing views and fresh air will keep you coming back every weekend. The trail begins at North Dr, Hopkinsville.
Are you looking for a great place to rent a bike? Picking the right one is important, after all, it places a huge part in bike safety! But don't worry if you are not ready to purchase a bike right away. There is a great rental options for you to secure a bike for only a day. Clarksville BCycle Clarksville BCycle is a bike-sharing service that allows you to rent a bike for a short amount of time. It is the perfect solution for a quick stroll by the river or down the greenway! There are multiple locations that you can pick up a bike from. Check them out down below. 640 N Riverside Dr, Clarksville 1011 Pollard Rd, Clarksville 451 Marion Street, Clarksville 12 Legion St, Clarksville 1451 Zinc Plant Rd, Clarksville
FSG(R) Edward Moss This month we had the honor of sitting down with First Sergeant Edward Moss(R) for our Retiree Spotlight. Edward Moss retired from the United States Army as a First Sergeant after proudly serving his county for more than 20 years. First Sergeant Moss(R) served in leadership positions large and small across the globe. He exercised transformational leadership in the nation’s most elite organizations. Those include the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), 2nd Infantry Division, and the 172nd Stryker Brigade. His style of servant leadership allowed him to excel while leading soldiers in the United States, Kosovo, Iraq, and Afghanistan under the most arduous conditions. Moss has an extensive educational military background. He completed the Warrior Leaders Couse, Advance Leaders Course, Senior Leaders Course, Battle Staff Noncommissioned Officers Course, Equal Opportunity Advisor Course, DOD Mediation Course, Sexual Harassment Assault Response and Prevention, Master Fitness Trainer Course, Army Basic Instructor Course, Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape Course (SERE High Risk), Anti-Terrorism Training Course LVII, Tactical Combat Casualty Care Course, Linear Infighting Neural Override Engagement (LINES), Combative Level 4, Air Assault School, and the United States Army First Sergeants Course and Commanders Course. Additionally, Edward has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from Troy University and a Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Criminological Theory from Troy University. A few of his military awards include the Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal (3OLC), Army Commendation Medal (3OLC), Army Achievement Medal (3OLC), Presidential Unit Citation (NAVY), Valorous Unit Citation, Meritorious Unit Citation, Army Good Conduct Medal (7th Award), Kosovo Campaign Medal (BSS), Afghanistan Campaign Medal (CSx2), Iraqi Campaign Medal (CSx2), Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Korean Defense Service Medal, Non-Commissioned Officer Developmental Ribbon (Numeral 3), Overseas Service Medal (Numeral 7), Combat Action Badge, Air Assault Badge, and numerous other awards and decorations. 7
What is a unique military story you would like to share? “There is not anything unique or special about me. The only thing special is the people that I had the pleasure of serving with. We grow together as a team, but quickly understood the true meaning of family. The time spent with your Brothers in Arms is not completely understood by our civilian counterparts, and I actually like it that way. We are different; different backgrounds, religions, education, ethnicities, etc. However, we are the same. We took on challenges and adversaries much larger than our own individual concepts, and we were continually successful, primarily because we were and forever will be together. “ What was your experience like transitioning out of the military? “My organization was absolutely amazing with my transition. I applied and was accepted for the Hiring for Heroes program at the FTCKY Education center. During the process, I quickly realized that I did not want to work for a Fortune 500 company and wanted to continue serving the community in some capacity, plus I wanted to utilize my degree field, as future employment opportunities. I spoke with Theresa English from the FTCKY Ed Center, and she put me in contact with John Clement, who was then the Director of Workforce Essentials in Clarksville TN. He and I developed a plan of action for me to start an internship with the Montgomery County Government. “ What is your new position and career? “Director of the Montgomery County Veterans Treatment Court. The Montgomery County Veterans Treatment Court is a hybrid Drug and Mental Health Court created to provide judicially monitored treatment to veterans in the criminal justice system struggling with substance addiction, serious mental health disease, and/or co-occurring disorders. The court’s objective is to provide veterans with substance abuse and mental health treatment services, coupled with academic/vocational skills advancement while actively assisting with residential, outpatient, and/or transitional services leading to job placement and job retention. The Montgomery County Veterans Treatment Court does not offer special treatment to military veterans; the VTC offers a specialized treatment program with the ultimate goal that our veteran participants become productive citizens with the tools and support to lead a healthy lifestyle. The Montgomery County Veterans Treatment Court will serve those who willingly sacrificed for our country and find themselves involved in the Criminal Justice System, by providing needed treatment and services under judicial supervision, in order to restore the veteran to their honored status within our community.” Why did you stay in Clarksville? “After 24 years in the military, I spent 18 ½ here in Clarksville, TN, so this became my home. My children grew up here, and my wife received her degree from APSU and UT Knoxville, so the conversation for relocating was not a discussion.” 9
Sometimes you stumble across an idea that changes your life forever. A once difficult daily task is flipped upside down and made simple again. You are often left wondering “How did I never think of that?” Well, today we are here to make that happen by sharing a few mind-blowing and useful life hacks. Trust us, you will want to try a few of these out. Keep a Health Card in Your Wallet Unfortunately, accidents happen every day, and emergency services are called. You may not always be conscious to provide valuable information such as blood type, allergies, emergency contacts, and current medications. Write all of this information on the back of an old business card and keep it in a visible location in your wallet. The paramedics fighting to save your life will thank you. Multi-Use Dustpan Are you needing to fill a large bucket of water, but do not have access to a hose or tub? Instead, flip around a clean dustpan and angle the handle down so that the water will flow down the dustpan and out the handle straight into your bucket. Kitchen Clothes Hanger Did you break out Grandma’s cookbook and can’t seem to keep it open while cooking? Grab an old pants clothes hanger and clip your cookbook to it. After the book is secure, hang it on your cabinets for easy viewing!
Muffin Tin Revamp If you want to serve burgers at your next BBQ, consider bringing a muffin tin with you. Dispensing your condiments into each muffin tin not only cuts down on dishes, but it allows all your condiments to be in one area. Color-Coded Keys Are you tired of flipping through your keyring to locate a specific key? I nstead, grab a few different shades of nail polish and color-code your keys. Cleaning Supply Storage Makeover Are you tired of your cleaning products being tossed under the kitchen sink? Instead, hang an over the door shoe rack onto your laundry room door for an easy and organized way to store your cleaning supplies. 11
Cord Chaos Whenever you move, there always seems to be a box of cords that become a big, tangled mess before you have a chance to arrive at your next destination. To prevent this, grab some old toilet paper rolls and place them snugly inside each roll. Be sure to label what each cord goes too! Iced Coffee Hack Do you love to sip on iced coffee, but are tired the ice cubes watering down your beverage? Just grab an ice cube tray and freeze some coffee cubes to prevent that. Finding Lost Jewelry Dropping small earring backs or studded earrings can be a nightmare. You feel like you look for hours. To make things easier, just grab your vacuum, a rubber band, and some pantyhose. Secure the pantyhose with the rubber band around your vacuum hose and move it around the area that you lost your item. It should get picked up in no time. Remote Location Always losing your remote? Place some Velcro strips on your coffee table as well as your remotes for a secure remote location. No more searching. Mess-Free Breakfast Pancakes are delicious but incredibly messy to make. Trying to spoon out the perfect amount of batter often leads to drips and leaks everywhere. Instead, clean out an old ketchup bottle and then place your dry mix and water inside. After giving it a good shake, you can easily dispense your mixture by giving the bottle a little squeeze. If you have extras, toss it in the fridge to use the next morning.
We have the perfect summer experience for you to check out this season. That is a trip to all of the local Farmer’s Markets! It is a wonderful opportunity to get the entire family out of the house, while also supporting small local businesses. A trip to the Farmer’s Market means delicious fruits, vegetables, and good times. So break out those reusable baskets and get ready to enjoy the sunshine while you shop.
Clarksville Farmer’s Market Did you know that the Clarksville Downtown Market was voted the #1 Market in America in 2020? This market is a weekly open-air market featuring farmers and artisans who offer locally-grown fresh produce, food items, and handcrafted products. Come out and enjoy live music, meet the Market Mascot, "Corny the Cob," and participate in special events on select market days. It is open on: Saturdays, May 15 - October 2, 2021 8am to 12noon and is located at 1 Public Square, Clarksville. For more information visit www.cityofclarksville.com/302/Clarksville-Downtown-Market
Hopkinsville-Christian County Downtown Farmer’s Market This fun little farmers market is the home to all the fresh fruit and vegetables that your family could ever need. They also have vendors that carry all kinds of unique homemade goodies. The market will be open every Tuesday and Saturday from 7am until 1pm. It can be found at 110 W 9th Street, Hopkinsville To stay up to date with the Hopkinsville-Christian County Downtown Farmer’s Market, please visit their Facebook page www.facebook.com/HopkinsvilleDowntownFarmersMarket/
Cadiz-Trigg County Farmer’s Market They are home to a ton of different kinds of fresh vegetables and juicy fruits. You can also find farm-raised pork, chicken and beef. There is nothing like a nice home-cooked farm-to-table meal. If you are wanting a farmer’s market with cozy feel, stop on by the Cadiz-Trigg Farmer’s market. It is open Wednesdays and Saturdays from, 7am to 12:00pm. It can be found at 68 Main Street, Cadiz. For more information visit www.facebook.com/cadizkytourism
Nashville Farmer’s Market This market is by far the biggest option with over 150 vendors to choose from. This trip can definitely be an all-day event due to the endless amount of activities to participate in. A few of them include shopping for fresh produce, tasting artisanal food, sitting down at restaurants, visiting shops, making crafts, taking classes, and watching chef demos. You can visit it at 900 Rosa L Parks Blvd, Nashville, Tennessee 37208. It is open 7 days a week, 8 am to 4 pm. They are now also offering curbside pickup for those days you just need to stay in your car. For more information on all of the unique features that this market has to offer, go to www.nashvillefarmersmarket.org
7th Annual Boot Display They might be our fallen heroes, but they were someone else’s heroes first, as spouses, children and siblings. That’s why Survivor Outreach Services, or SOS, will host the 7th Annual Boot Display, to honor the same survivors whose spouses, children and siblings lost their lives in the line of duty. The Boot Display is a part of the Week of the Eagles, and will be held June 17-27 from 7am - 4pm at the Division Headquarters lawn. Approximately 8000 boots will be on display. Each boot will represent a fallen service member who has died on active duty since Sept. 11, 2001, regardless of cause, branch of service or location of loss. The boots have been collected from military service members across Fort Campbell and abroad. Each honors the memories and sacrifices of brave men and women who gave their lives while serving their country. In addition SOS will hold Youth in the Community. This is a Youth Booth Display Day and “planting” of the flags on the boots. This will be held on June 16 from 11:30am-4pm. Youth will be given the opportunity to plant an American Flag next to the Boot. SOS is open from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm and is located at Screaming Eagle Drive bldg. 5001. For more information, call SOS at (270) 412-8909, or visit their website at campbell.armymwr.com/programs/survivor-outreach-services.