Enjoy EglinLife | July 2021

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JULY 2021

ON THE COVER:

This Independence Day, as the United States of America marks its 245th birthday as a sovereign nation, we at the 96th Force Support Squadron wish all of Team Eglin a safe and happy Fourth of July holiday weekend, celebrating your “Eglin Life,” liberty and the pursuit of happiness!

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ENRICHMENT + TRAVEL

FEATURES:

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SOAK UP SWIM SEASON 5

CHILDHOOD + YOUTH

ART CONTEST WINNER 12

FITNESS SCREENINGS 8

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AF PHOTO CONTEST 12 SUMMER READING 13 FCC PROVIDERS NEEDED 17 WORD SEARCH 17 MAP & DIRECTORY 20-22

Enjoy EglinLife is a publication of the 96th Force Support Squadron (FSS).

Contents of this publication are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. government, the Department of Defense, the Department of the Air Force, or the Eglin AFB Public Affairs Office.

Design and content originate with the 96 FSS Marketing & Publicity Office.

No federal endorsement of sponsors or advertisers intended.

Information contained herein and online at EglinLife.com may be subject to change without notice.

Questions/Comments? Contact 96 FSS Marketing & Publicity: 850-882-1482

LEADERSHIP

MARKETING

SCOTT A. CAIN, Brigadier General, USAF Commander, 96th Test Wing

DEBORAH J. GRIFFIN Marketing Director, 96th Force Support Squadron

KENNETH L. BLACK, Colonel, USAF Commander, 96th Mission Support Group HILLARY P. HEDBERG, Lt Col, USAF Commander, 96th Force Support Squadron JOANN HUTCHISON Deputy Director, 96th Force Support Squadron

JOSHUA BAUSCH Magazine Lead & Webmaster MONICA HERRERA Sponsorship & Advertising NATALIE DOZIER Writer & Publicist JOE SMALLEY Design Team & Photography BETSY BONDI Design Team MORGAN WALKER Design Team TIM WOODRUM Photography & Distribution

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EGLIN BEACH PARK ON OKALOOSA ISLAND 850-883-1243

EGLIN BASE POOL NEXT TO MAIN FITNESS CENTER 850-882-4959

SEE OPEN HOURS & EGLINLIFE.COM/BEACH MORE INFO ONLINE } EGLINLIFE.COM/POOL

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RECREATION + FITNESS BEACH PARK

eglinlife.com/beach • • • Located on Okaloosa Island, the Eglin Beach Park offers Gulf

beach access exclusively to DoD ID cardholders and their guests.

FAMILY CAMPGROUNDS

eglinlife.com/famcamp • • • Eglin’s Family Campgrounds (FAMCAMPs) provide RV and

tent site accommodations in two scenic locations, Camp Robbins and Postl Point.

FITNESS & SPORTS

eglinlife.com/fitness • • • Eglin’s Fitness Program welcomes you to workout at multiple

locations across base, including the Main Fitness Center and Field House on Eglin’s east side and the Lightning Fitness Center near the 33rd Fighter Wing. The Fitness Centers also host group classes, run events, sports leagues, tournaments and more.

GOLF COURSE

eglinlife.com/golf • • • The award-winning Eglin Golf Course is located in Niceville, offering

36 holes of championship play across two challenging courses. The course is open year-round for DoD ID cardholders and their sponsored guests.

Select Mondays | 4 - 6 pm

Calling all junior golfers - start your week with a swing at the Eglin Golf Course! Drop by the driving range and practice with purpose between 4 and 6 p.m. on select Mondays this summer. Denise Kafferly will be there to help!

Upcoming dates are as follows: • Monday, July 5 • Monday, July 26 • Monday, August 2 The cost is $10 per session, and participants must pay in the Pro Shop and show their receipts to participate. Contact the Pro Shop for more information. 850-882-2949

OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER

SAPI: Jet Ski Tour

rental equipment, adventure opportunites and more. Watercraft rentals and storage, thrillseeker excursions and instructional clinics are all a part of what makes Eglin ODR your one-stop shop for great fun in the great outdoors!

*This is a Single Airman Program Initiative (SAPI) event open to all Active Duty/Reserve personnel assigned to Eglin who are without a spouse, plus one guest.

eglinlife.com/outdoorrec • • • Eglin’s Outdoor Recreation Center at Postl Point provides

POOL

eglinlife.com/pool • • • The Eglin Pool on the east side of base opens seasonally for all personnel and families to enjoy FREE (noninstructed) swimming.

SPECIALTY CLUBS:

• Eglin’s Sand & Spur Riding Club (eglinlife.com/sandandspur) offers boarding for privately owned horses within the wooded surroundings off Memorial Trail, just east of the Eglin Commissary and Exchange.

• Eglin Yacht Club and Dive Flight (eglinlife.com/yachtanddive) host social excursions for boating and SCUBA diving enthusiasts.

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Start Your Week with a Swing!

Saturday, July 3 | 8 am

Join Eglin Outdoor Recreation and Xtreme H2O on a jet skiing adventure along Florida’s Gulf Coast. Experience the thrill of piloting your own vessel on the water as you explore waterways and experience local wildlife on some of the world’s most beautiful emerald-green waters.

Participants will take a one-hour guided dolphin tour and then have 30 minutes of free-riding time.

Participants are asked to bring a photo ID (cannot be CAC), Florida Boaters License (or purchase a temporary one for $3), water,

sunscreen, a towel and a change of clothes. Cost is $25 and includes everything you will need.

Transportation will be provided from Postl Point to XTreme H2O. Contact ODR to register now!

850-882-5058

Get Golf Ready!

—In One Day

Saturday, July 10 | 9 am - 2:30 pm Develop your golf skills in less than a day!

The Eglin Golf Course presents “Get Golf Ready!”—a fast-paced Saturday golf lesson for beginners or those who need a refresher.

Topics of instruction include putting and chipping, using the right clubs, golf course etiquette and the rules of the game. Each lesson can accommodate up to six participants, and the cost is $70 per person with lunch included.

Contact the Pro Shop to register. 850-882-2949

Paddle Board Clinic Saturday, July 10 | 1 pm

Get out on the water with Eglin Outdoor Recreation for an introductory Paddle Board Clinic at Postl Point. Outdoor Rec will cover equipment, various paddling strokes and safety procedures during one hour of instruction and one hour of free paddle time. Cost is $20 per person and includes board and paddle rental.

Participation is open to all base personnel and their guests, ages 8 and up. Class size is limited, so contact Outdoor Rec to sign up early. Classes may be rescheduled for inclement weather.

850-882-5058

RecOn: Deep Sea Fishing Trip Sunday, July 11 | 8:30 am

*This is a RecOn event open to all Active Duty/Reserve personnel assigned to Eglin and their family members.

Experience the thrill of offshore fishing in the Gulf of Mexico with Eglin Outdoor Recreation aboard the popular “Sweet Jody” party-charter fishing boat. Cost is $30 per person and includes (but is not limited to) the boat trip, tackle, bait, fishing poles, instruction, bottled water and snacks. Your catch will be filleted, bagged and put on ice for your trip home. Preregistration is required, and spots are limited.

850-882-5058 Participants must provide their own transportation to 210 Harbor Blvd, Destin.

Summer Stars Junior Golfers Program

Participants will learn how to improve their mental game, implement nutrition and exercise tips and prepare for successful tournament play. The eight-hour program costs $150 and is limited to six participants. Contact the Pro Shop for more information and registration!

850-882-2949

LPGA 101: Women’s Golf Intro

July 12, 14, 19 & 21 | 5:30 - 7 pm The Eglin Golf Course offers a four-class introduction to golf designed for women, by women! Your LGPA professional will provide you with the knowledge, skills and confidence required to get on the course. Take the first step to learn, play and enjoy the game of golf. Cost is $100 per player for the six-hour program, and the program is limited to 12 participants.

Contact the Pro Shop for more information and registration. 850-882-2949

July 12, 14, 19 & 21 | 3 - 5 pm The Eglin Golf Course is excited to offer the Summer Stars Player Development Junior Program! This program is for those who have tournament experience or interest in tournament play, are committed to the game and want to become a better junior golfer.

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SAPI: Flyboarding Experience Saturday, July 17 | 10 am

*This is a Single Airman Program Initiative (SAPI) event open to all Active Duty/Reserve personnel assigned to Eglin who are without a spouse, plus one guest.

H.I.I.T.

Camp 2.0

Monday, Wednesday & Friday | 12 pm Take on a new challenge with the Eglin Fitness Center’s HIIT Camp 2.0! Known as highintensity interval training (HIIT), these fast-paced, effective workouts will help you get in shape, train hard-earned muscles, build endurance and boost your metabolism and heart health while burning calories.

Classes meet Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Field House Pavilion and are limited to 10 participants.

Classes are not held on weekends or holidays.

Anyone with base access is welcome to attend, and participation is on a first-come, first-serve basis.

For more information, contact the Eglin Fitness Center at 850-882-6223 www.eglinlife.com/fitness

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Eglin Outdoor Recreation invites all eligible military personnel to experience flyboarding with XL Kites at Postl Point. The flyboard uses water propulsion to lift its rider into the air!

Cost is $25 per person, and each participant is allotted 20 minutes on the flyboard. Participants are encouraged to bring bottled water, sunglasses, sunscreen, a towel and a change of clothes. Availability is limited, so contact Outdoor Rec to sign up now. 850-882-5058

RecOn: Wakeboard and Waterski Trip Sunday, July 18 | 9 am

*This is a RecOn event open to all Active Duty/Reserve personnel assigned to Eglin and their family members.

Whether it’s your first time on a wakeboard or you’re a pro, join Eglin Outdoor Recreation at the Pickos Waterski School in Santa Rosa Beach.

Pickos has it all and offers instruction for all levels on its freshwater, man-made tournament lakes. Cost is $10 per person and includes all necessary equipment and transportation.

Participants will meet at Postl Point and are encouraged to bring spending money, water, snacks, a change of clothes and a towel. Preregistration is required. 850-882-5058

Full Moon Kayak Friday, July 23 | 7 pm

Come paddle with Eglin Outdoor Recreation out from Postl Point to see the full moon rise

over the bay. This two-hour guided excursion will take participants on a kayaking trip to a small secluded beach for an amazing view of the night sky, s’mores and a moonlit paddle back to Postl Point. Participation is open to all base personnel and registered guests, ages 16 and older, who have some prior kayaking experience. Cost is $20 per person and includes all necessary equipment and ingredients for s’mores. Single and double kayaks are available.

Participants are encouraged to bring bottled water and a flashlight, and to wear non-cotton clothing. Date may be adjusted in the case of inclement weather conditions. Call or visit Outdoor Rec to sign up. 850-882-5058

Footjoy Fridays at the Pro Shop

July 23 | August 20 | September 24 Join the Eglin Golf Course for Footjoy Fridays!

Once a month, the Pro Shop will offer a discount on shoes or highlight a new style. Call or stop by the Pro Shop for more information.

850-882-2949

Paddle Board Race Saturday, July 24 | 10 am

Test your paddling skills with Eglin Outdoor Recreation’s annual Paddle Board Race! There will be men’s and women’s divisions with short and long races, and kids ages 10+ can even get in on the fun with a kid’s race. Prizes will be awarded to the top finishers! Participants can use paddle boards from ODR or their own, and all are encouraged to bring beach-day essentials like sunscreen, water, hats, chairs and towels. The cost is $15 per person and includes everything you will need. Call or visit Outdoor Rec to sign up! 850-882-5058

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850-882-4959

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MORNINGS AT THE EAST GATE POOL

RecOn: Cypress Springs Eco Tour Sunday, July 25 | 7:15 am

*This is a RecOn event open to all Active Duty/Reserve personnel assigned to Eglin and their family members.

Eglin Outdoor Recreation invites you to explore the beautiful sapphire waters of Cypress Springs—one of Northwest Florida’s best-kept secrets. This three-hour guided tour will take participants down Holmes Creek to Cypress Springs in a canoe or kayak. Once at Cypress Springs, spend the day snorkeling or swimming!

Participants will meet at Postl Point and are encouraged to bring a swimsuit, sunglasses, a hat, towel, ID and a change of clothes. Cost is $25 per person and includes everything you will need. Participants must be at least four years old. Contact ODR to sign up. 850-882-5058

Night SUP Glow Tour Saturday, July 31 | 7 pm

Calling all paddleboarders - you don’t want to miss Night SUP Glow Tours, an after-hours paddle excursion on the water off Postl Point!

Paddleboards are equipped with high-powered waterproof LED lights for a dazzling watercraft adventure like no other. The trip is intended for experienced paddle boarders and is open to all base personnel and their registered guests. Cost

is $20 per person and includes paddleboard and paddle, lights, personal flotation device and whistle. Participants meet for departure at Postl Point and are encouraged to bring bottled water, swimsuit, towel, a headlamp/flashlight and a change of clothes. Sign up with Outdoor Rec. 850-882-5058

behind the Fitness Field House (Bldg 741). All with base access are welcome to attend, and registration is not required. 850-882-6223

Family Fun Golf

The Eglin Fitness Center can help you practice meditation in motion with its new Tai Chi for Health classes! Classes meet at the Physical Training Facility, Bldg 720. All with base access are welcome to attend, and there is no cost or registration required to participate. Contact the Eglin Fitness Center to learn more.

850-882-6223

Sundays | Discounts begin at 2 pm It’s family fun on the Falcon Course every Sunday afternoon starting at 2 p.m.! An adult accompanied by a child age 8 to 17 pays HALFPRICE green fees, and the accompanying child plays for FREE. Golf cart and equipment rentals are available at regular price. The Pro Shop has balls, tees, sunscreen, hats, and everything needed to enjoy your afternoon together.

Children must be 8 years or older to go on the course. A maximum of 2 persons per golf cart and 2 carts per group is allowed. Enjoy the most forward tees (green) to make playing as a family easier and more enjoyable. 850-882-2949

Tai Chi for Health Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:15 am - 12:15 pm

FIT Camp

Tuesdays & Thursdays | 8 am Commit to improving your fitness with the Eglin Fitness Center’s FIT Camp! These FREE circuittraining classes meet at the Battle Rig pavilion

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ENRICHMENT + TRAVEL AERO CLUB

eglinlife.com/aeroclub • • • The Eglin Aero Club is a FAA-approved flight school, offering

pilot training and certification courses for private and commercial ratings, plus maintenance courses, rentable aircraft and everything else you need to get your dreams of flying off the ground!

AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER

eglinlife.com/afrc • • • The Eglin A&FRC is Team Eglin’s hub for life-enhancing classes,

workshops and resources to help support every member’s growth and readiness in all aspects of life — personal, professional, and everything in between.

AUTO HOBBY SHOP

eglinlife.com/autoshop • • • Whether it’s repairs, maintenance or a do-it-yourself project,

the Eglin Auto Hobby Shop has you and your vehicle covered with its staff of knowledgeable mechanics, plus quality tools and equipment in a state-of-the-art facility.

EDUCATION CENTER

eglinlife.com/education • • • Eglin’s Education Center is your connection to colleges and universities, tuition assistance and benefits, degree programs, testing and much more. Whatever your goals, you can start “Accessing Higher Education” today!

Thru August 31

Find your spot at the Eglin Library with its Art on the Spot program! Pick up a paper circle from the Library, design it and return it to the Library where it will be displayed as part of a collaborative artwork in the youth area.

INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL

All ages are invited to participate in this program as an ongoing part of the Library’s Summer Reading Program.

travel agency, offering the hottest deals and discounts on vacation destinations, theme park tickets, accommodations, cruises, airfare, local attractions and more. Around the corner or around the world, ITT can get you there!

Contact or stop by the Library for more information.

850-882-9308

eglinlife.com/itt • • • Eglin’s Information, Tickets & Travel (ITT) office is a full-service leisure

LIBRARY

eglinlife.com/library • • • The Eglin Library houses a sizeable collection of books for all

ages and is also your gateway to an entire universe of online databases and digital literature. E-books, audiobooks, digital reader devices, and so much more — all at your fingertips and always FREE!

LODGING

eglinlife.com/lodging • • • Are you visiting Eglin or expecting company? Eglin Inns hosts a

wide variety of on-base lodging quarters available to active and retired military members, DOD civilians, and family and friends.

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Art on the Spot!

Commissioning Briefing Tuesday, July 6 | 9-10 am

The Eglin Education Center hosts a monthly virtual Commissioning Briefing for enlisted members interested in learning more about the variety of enlisted commissioning programs available, such as: Information Officer Training School (OTS), Air Force Reserve Officer Training (AFROTC), Senior Leader Enlisted Commissioning Program (SLECP O/A), Leaders Encouraging Airman Development Program (LEAD), Nurse Enlisted Commissioning Program (NECP), and Interservice Physician Assistant Program (IPAP). For more information, please contact catherine.bonilla.1@us.af.mil or holly.idems@us.af.mil, or call 850-882-8141.

SkillBridge Program Tuesday, July 6 | 1 pm

IIf you’re interested in participating in the DoD SkillBridge (SKB) program, the first step is to attend a mandatory SKB briefing, presented virtually on the first Tuesday of each month.

SKB offers an opportunity for military members who are retiring, separating, and/or discharging with honorable conditions, to participate in an apprenticeship or internship. The SKB offers training that must demonstrate a ‘high’ probability of post-service employment.

Email michael.wrightreynolds@us.af.mil to receive your invitation, meeting ID and password for the next virtual briefing.

850-882-8141

Eglin’s Information, Tickets & Travel office is your perfect connection Leisure Travel Suppliers who support the U.S. Military community:

DISNEY • UNIVERSAL • LEGOLAND CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE • CELEBRITY CRUISES ROYAL CARIBBEAN INTERNATIONAL PRINCESS CRUISES • AMAWATERWAYS MSC CRUISES • BEACHES RESORTS SANDALS RESORTS • DELTA VACATIONS . . . AND MORE! To start planning your next big getaway, VISIT EGLIN ITT : Bldg 1760 (in front of Eglin Commissary)

850-882-5930 Appointments Recommended, Walk-Ins Welcome

Anger Management Sessions Tuesdays, July 6-27 | 2-4 pm

Eglin’s Family Advocacy and the Airman & Family Readiness Center want to help you with their new Anger Management Sessions. The four sessions are designed to define anger, identify personal triggers and problematic beliefs, and develop an individualized anger-management plan. Sessions are on Tuesdays from 2 to 4 p.m. in Bldg. 2578 on the corner of Gaffney Road and Hatchee Road. This program is FREE, but you must register ahead of time. Call Family Advocacy to request more information or register. 850-883-8616

eglinlife.com/itt

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Eglin Artist Wins in Air Force Art Contest Lauren Sutton 3rd Place Winner Adult Novice Category

Lauren is a lifelong artist who began drawing at a young age and started working in Realism during her middle school years. Her piece, “Lil Anne,” won third place out of more than 300 entries in her division of the 2021 Air Force Art Contest.

Congratulations, Lauren! Team Eglin is proud of your accomplishments.

“Lil Anne” Colored Pencil

VIEW ALL ENTRIES & WINNERS AT FACEBOOK.COM/AIRFORCEARTS

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SUMMER READING REGISTER ONLINE

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IN PERSON

READING GOALS ∙ INCENTIVES ∙ ACTIVITIES

FOR READERS OF ALL AGES! JULY EVENTS:

Air Force Armament Museum Tour

JULY 14 | 11 am | Ages 10+ | Registration opens July 1

Pick Up Bingo Cards JULY 19 | 9 am-4 pm | Ages 0-12 Virtual Book Club “A Woman of No Importance” by Sonia Purnell JULY 19 | 4:30-5:30 pm | Email eglinlibrary@gmail.com for the Zoom link

Tie Dye Program JULY 21 | 10:30 am | Ages 13-17 | Registration opens July 1 Story Walk JULY 28 | All Day | All Ages | No Registration

VISIT OR CALL

Today!

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Grief & Loss Support Group Tuesday, July 13 | 12 pm

The Eglin Airman & Family Readiness Center’s Grief & Loss Support Group is a valuable resource for those who have experienced loss such as death, divorce, relationship issues, illness or other major life changes. The emotions experienced during these events can be overwhelming, but a support group can be a helpful tool in processing and overcoming them. This support group meets virtually via ZoomGov and provides a medium for peers to share information and resources, connect through shared emotions and utilize an outlet for disclosure without judgment. Contact the A&FRC to register. 850-882-9060

Ten Steps to a Federal Job

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analyze job announcements in this helpful class.

Please call the A&FRC to register. 850-882-9060

Heart Link

Thursday, July 15 9:30 am - 2:30 pm The Airman & Family Readiness Center would like to introduce all of Eglin’s military spouses to Heart Link—a top-notch program designed to provide spouses with a better understanding of the military way of life, with concentration on the Eglin mission, military customs, traditions, protocol, and knowledge of available resources and services. All spouses are invited to attend this fun-filled orientation; check with the A&FRC to see if upcoming meetings will be held in person or virtually via ZoomGov. Please call the A&FRC for more information or to register.

850-882-9060

Tuesday, July 13 | 1-3:30 pm

Virtual Book Club

Applying for a federal job may seem overwhelming at times, but the employment experts at Eglin’s Airman & Family Readiness Center are here to assist! The official job site for federal employment is USAJobs.gov, a one-stop resource for job announcements, hiring information, and to apply. Learn how to navigate the site, manage your account, and

Join the Eglin Library for its Virtual Book Club!

This month’s selection, “A Woman of No Importance” by Sonia Purnell, is available to read on the Libby app.

Email eglinlibrary@gmail.com to get the Zoom link. 850-882-9308

Monday, July 19 | 4:30-5:30 pm

Hearts Apart Online Forum Tuesday, July 20 | 10 am

Are you the family member of a deployed loved one? Eglin’s Airman & Family Readiness Center would like to cordially invite you to the Hearts Apart Program Online Forum! This is a monthly virtual meeting via ZoomGov for deployed families to engage directly with our Readiness NCO’s to discuss issues, share resources, and build connectedness with other deployed family members.

If interested, please call 850-882-9060 or email Eglin.EglinAirmanFamilyReadinessCenter@ us.af.mil to register and receive ZoomGov login instructions.

(NOTE: A minimum of 5 registrants is required or a session will be cancelled.)

Résumé Writing Workshop

Tuesday, July 27 | 1-2:30 pm

Personal Financial Readiness Course: Home Buying Tuesday, July 20

Buying a home is one of the most significant purchases people will ever make. The Eglin Airman & Family Readiness Center’s Home Buying course is designed to increase the knowledge of the home-buying process and the financial aspects of homeownership. This class is great for first-time homebuyers and a good refresher for repeat homebuyers. Contact the A&FRC for upcoming class times and to register.

850-882-9060

EFMP Orientation Thursday, July 22 | 1-2:30 pm

Eglin’s Airman & Family Readiness Center holds a quarterly orientation for the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) to help familiarize newly enrolled families with all the services EFMP has to offer. Orientations are held at the A&FRC, Bldg 205 and are also available via ZoomGov. 850-882-9060

LET YOUR

Eglin’s Airman & Family Readiness Center presents “Creating an Effective Private-Sector Résumé,” designed to discuss the résumé process and help participants organize their experiences and skills to begin creating an effective and professional private-sector résumé. Receive current labor market information and learn the latest tips and techniques for creating the résumé that stands out from the competition. Please call the A&FRC to register. 850-882-9060

Tuition Assistance Virtual Briefing Wednesdays | 8 am

The Eglin Education Center offers virtual Initial/ Follow-Up Tuition Assistance briefings every Wednesday morning, required for all military members who wish to use Air Force Tuition Assistance (TA) for the first time, and for Airmen who have been inactive for a year or more.

Topics include accreditation, transfer credits, testing, college fees, course delivery method, on-base programs, local school options, online programs, evaluated education plan, TA policy and procedures, Pell grants and other funding sources, course enrollment changes, AF COOL,

Skillbridge, foreign transcript evaluation, AFVEC and CCAF degree requirements and more. To register for the Initial/Follow-up TA briefing please email catherine.bonilla.1@us.af.mil or holly.idems@us.af.mil. 850-882-8141

Drop-In Tech Help at the Library Wednesdays | 11 am – 1 pm

Do you have questions about library databases or how to use database apps on your device?

Stop by the Eglin Library for one-on-one assistance with a library staff member!

You can also call 850-882-9309 or email eglinlibrary@gmail.com to schedule an appointment. 850-882-9308

Universal Orlando: Military Freedom Passes

Unlimited Visits thru Dec. 31, 2021 No Blockout Dates!

Eglin Information, Tickets & Travel has 2021 Military Freedom Passes on sale for Universal Orlando Resort! Two-park passes are available for visits beginning Jan. 1, and three-park passes are available for visits after March 1 (limit six per military member and six per current spouse). Contact Eglin ITT for more information! 850-882-5930

DREAMS

TAKE FLIGHT Start your pilot training now at the Eglin Aero Club BLDG 898

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CHILDHOOD + YOUTH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS

eglinlife.com/cdc • • • Parents of children from 6 weeks to 5 years of age can receive

comprehensive child care services at one of Eglin’s two Child Development Center (CDC) locations. Full day care and hourly drop-in care (on a space-available basis) are provided by a compassionate staff of certified professionals.

FAMILY CHILD CARE

eglinlife.com/fcc • • • The Eglin Family Child Care (FCC) office is a parent’s network for

connecting with on-base and affiliated off-base child care providers operating from their homes — ­ a high-quality alternative to center-based care. All FCC providers are licensed and certified by not only the State of Florida but also Eglin leadership, and must operate by Air Force standards.

SCHOOL AGE CARE

eglinlife.com/schoolage • • • Before and after school programs — as well as full-

day camps and activities during spring, summer, and winter breaks — are all provided for children ages 5-12 at Eglin’s School Age Care (SAC) facility. With a goal to develop interests, enhance life skills, encourage positivity and promote self-worth, SAC provides a safe, nurturing, and age-appropriate environment for youngsters.

SCHOOL LIAISON

eglinlife.com/slo • • • The mission of Eglin’s School Liason office (SLO) is to eliminate barriers and build bridges for the academic success of military connected children, grades K-12. Through networks and partnerships with local and global communities, the SLO works to assist Active Duty parents with education matters that are unique to their children and the military lifestyle.

YOUTH CENTER

eglinlife.com/youth • • • The Eglin Youth Center goes above and beyond to provide its

members a “Positive Place For Kids!” Youth up to age 18 partake in year-round activities that promote character and leadership development, life skills, education, arts, fitness and sports — all in a safe, supervised environment.

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Hourly Child Care

Monday - Friday | 7 am - 5 pm Eglin’s Child Development Center (CDC II & III) now offers hourly care for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years on a space-available basis only. Reservations may be made up to 30 days in advance. Cost is $4 per hour and payment must be made each day by 5 p.m. Because of the importance of rest for young children, dropoffs cannot be accepted between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Parents must provide a change of clothes, labeled bottles of formula or milk, diapers, wipes, and closed-toed shoes.

Early Learning Matters The Eglin CDC is excited to implement the Early Learning Matters (ELM) curriculum! Developed for use in DoD Child Development Centers, the ELM curriculum gives military children a strong foundation by promoting skills linked to school readiness, well-being and life success.

The multifaceted approach for children ages 0-5 includes staff-guided learning experiences, observations, assessment plans and parenting tips for families to extend learning at home.

Learn more about the ELM curriculum at www.virtuallabschool.com/elm-curriculum.

850-883-7425

Become a

Family Child Care Provider

Persons interested in a career as an Eglin Family Child Care (FCC) provider can obtain licensing through the Eglin FCC office and earn a potential monthly income of $4,500!

Any on-base individual providing care for another family’s child for more than 10 hours a week on a regular basis must be licensed.

Providers are needed to offer care for a wide variety of needs, including hourly, part time, full time, evenings, weekends, special needs, and overnight care.

The Eglin FCC office is also seeking individuals living off-base in the surrounding communities to become licensed affiliated child care providers. Affiliated providers must be spouses of a military ID card holder (active or retired) and must meet the State of Florida registered requirements prior to receiving an affiliated certificate from the Eglin MSG commander.

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310 Van Matre Avenue, Eglin AFB Building 210 • Room 168 — Located across from the Eglin Post Office —

Eglin Retiree Activities Office

850-882-5916 • Monday-Friday, 9 am-3 pm WEBSITE:

www.eglin.af.mil/Units/Retiree-Activities-Office EMAIL: Eglin.RAO@us.af.mil

Eglin Federal Civilian Retiree Association

850-882-2720 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am-1 pm 19

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ENRICHMENT + TRAVEL Aero Club 898 I•1 Airman & Family Readiness Ctr 205 F•2 Auto Hobby Shop 721 J•3 | Car Wash 702 J•3 | Vehicle Resale Lot VRL I•3

Education Center 251 F•2 Information, Tickets & Travel (ITT) 1760 D•3 Library 843 I•2 Lodging: | Bayside Inn 11003 A•3 | Reception 11001 A•3 | 18 H•2 | Riptide Inn 2835 A•1

| Temporary Lodging Facilities (TLF) | 2461, 2465, 2471 C•3 | Tidewater Inn 11000 A•3 | White Sands Inn 18 H•2 DINING + CATERING Bayview Event Center 10870 A•3 The Breeze Dining Facility 862 I•2

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Child Development Ctr III 2781 A•2

Airman Leadership School 10870 A•3

Family Child Care 2579 C•2

Casualty Affairs 210 G•2

School Age Care 2582B B•1 | The Hot Spot 2599 B•1

Civilian Personnel 210 G•2

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96 FSS FACILITIES

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Beach Park | Okaloosa Island

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Aero Club

882-5148

Family Campgrounds

883-1243

Airman & Family Readiness Center

882-9060

Auto Hobby Shop

882-2484

Education Center

882-8141

Fitness & Sports:

882-6223

• Field House

882-6028

• Fitness Assessment Cell (FAC)

882-9260

• Lightning Fitness Center | 33FW

• Sports & Special Events

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Information, Tickets & Travel (ITT)

882-5930

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Library

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Lodging

882-8761

Golf Course

882-2949

Marina | Ben’s Lake

882-7730

Outdoor Recreation Center

882-5058

Pool

883-1243

DINING + CATERING Bayview Event Center

882-4766

The Breeze Dining Facility

882-9042

Golf Course Snack Bar

882-2949

Legends Sports Grill

882-4672

The Lift Flight Kitchen

882-3620

HOURS OF OPERATION for all FSS Facilities can be found online at

www.EglinLife.com

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CHILDHOOD + YOUTH Child Development Center: • CDC II

883-7425

• CDC III

882-5519

Family Child Care

882-2994

School-Age Care

882-8291

School Liaison Office

882-4319

Youth Center

882-8212

PERSONNEL + SUPPORT Airman & Family Readiness Center

882-9060

Airman Leadership School

882-2550

Civilian Personnel

882-6258

Commercial Sponsorship & Advertising

882-8651

Employment | NAF Human Resources Office

883-3036

Honor Guard

882-2156

Military Personnel Flight

882-2742

Private Organizations | Resource Management

885-6781

Readiness & Mortuary Affairs

882-8084

Training Center

882-8697

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