Fort Wainwright Bear in Review

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It is my great pleasure and honor to serve as YOUR Family and Morale, Welfare & Recreation (FMWR) Director at Fort Wainwright. Our goals in FY10 were to bring our customers enhanced programming and take care of your Families, while staying within the budget and guidelines of the Army.

The BEAR in review was developed to give you a “stock holders” report of what was actually accomplished within the FMWR programs and a greater understanding of who we are. We consider each customer (Soldier, Civilian, Retiree or Family Member) a stock holder.

Each dollar of profit in Fort Wainwright FMWR programs is reinvested here in our organization to provide better service and more modern facilities for you. The following pages will give you a view of what was accomplished in the way of programming, how many customers were served and where the improvements are being made.

Many of the new programs were developed based on suggestions from you, our customers. Each and every ICE comment card is reviewed by me.

The FMWR staff has also worked this year to develop various partnerships with businesses and organizations of Fairbanks and Seward, leading to enhanced events for you.

We thank each and every one of you for your continued support and look forward to an amazing 2011. As you travel throughout the world I encourage you to make FMWR your “First Choice”.

Mary Jo “MJ” Lohrenz Director, FMWR

EVENTS

FUN RUNS AND THE ARMY TEN MILER Fort Wainwright hosted two Family Fun Runs and the Army Ten Miler qualifying run to promote Family health and fitness, camaraderie among Soldiers, and a healthy competition for all participants. T-shirts were given to all entrants and trophies were awarded to the top finishers in each male and female age category.

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Fun Runs: 81 runners Army Ten Miler: 73 runners

MARCH MADNESS Our 3-day Alaskan version of the “X-games” where over 1,600 people attended the March Madness extravaganza. Activities included: • Iron Man race • Rail Jam • Soap Box Derby • Snow Surf Challenge • bonfire & S’mores Photo courtesy by Fort Wainwright PAO.

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EVENTS

2010 LADD Airfield Anniversary Fort Wainwright, Alaska

LADD 70TH ANNIVERSARY AND COMMUNITY CELEBRATION Soldiers, Families and the Fairbanks community celebrated the 70th Anniversary and historical significance of Ladd Airfield. There was entertainment for all ages including a kid’s fun zone, live music and other entertainment. Photos courtesy by Fort Wainwright PAO. • Kid’s Fun Zone • stryker, helicopter, aircraft displays • smoke jumpers, military working dogs, FWA Fire Dept.

• air ground demos by 16th CAB and 1/25 • WWII aircraft, vehicles, uniforms, and equipment displays.

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MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD CARNIVAL (MOMC) This month long celebration of military children concluded with MOMC Carnival to provide fun family activities that parents, children and siblings could do together. More than 1,000 children and adults attended featuring dress-up photos, program information, arts and crafts, birdhouse and planter building, a speed and agility obstacle course, clowns and balloons, and a teen fashion show.

Photos courtesy by Fort Wainwright PAO.

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EVENTS

BETTER OPPORTUNITIES FOR SINGLE SOLDIERS (B.O.S.S.) Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers is a program that supports the overall quality of life for single and unaccompanied Soldiers through: • community involvement (3,744 volunteer hours) • Big Brothers/Big Sisters partnership • recreational/leisure activities • hosted various events including the annual FMWRC B.O.S.S. conference • Soldiers Against Drunk Driving S.A.D.D. (call 353-6610) • Fairbanks Resource Agency

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SUPER BOWL PARTY AT THE WARRIOR ZONE Soldiers enjoyed the annual Super Bowl party at the Warrior Zone.

The game was featured on the big screen and the 15 high definition televisions around the facility. Free food, and door prizes were given throughout the game along with one lucky winner receiving the grand prize recliner.

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EVENTS

ARMY FAMILY ACTION PLAN Delegates from the Army community identify well-being and quality of life issues. This event allowed Soldiers, Families, Youth, DA Civilians and Retirees to inform their leaders about what is/isn’t working, and ways to improve the local community.

Photos courtesy by Fort Wainwright PAO.

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Next AFAP: March 31

VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION CEREMONY Soldiers, leaders, Family members and supporters celebrated Fort Wainwright’s volunteers April 20 at the Southern Lights Chapel during the 2010 Volunteer Recognition Ceremony.

Photo courtesy by Fort Wainwright PAO.

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EVENTS

Next celebration: December 2, 2011

TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION Fort Wainwright’s official kick-off of the holiday season offered many activities including pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus, various children’s games, family building activities, free ice skating, performances, and other entertainment.

Photos courtesy by Fort Wainwright PAO.

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NORTHERN LIGHTS ROCKFEST Nearly 1,500 rockers enjoyed the multi-platinum rock bands featuring “Drowning Pool” and Alaska based “Static Cycle”. This event helped unite our community and allowed us to stand together and celebrate the freedom the troops provide America. The Warrior Zone hosted the after-party where both bands signed autographs and took photos with fans.

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NEW PROGRAMS

1,772 Soldiers took part in the Warrior Adventure Quest.

WARRIOR ADVENTURE QUEST THE WARRIOR ADVENTURE QUEST is a program funded through the Army Family Covenant and designed for Soldiers who have recently redeployed and are transitioning back into their noncombat lives. The goal of the WAQ program is to teach Soldiers, leaders and units mitigation and coping skills that can address unresolved transition issues, build unit cohesion and morale and contribute to combat readiness.

Photo courtesy by Fort Wainwright PAO.

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NEW PROGRAMS

STORY HOUR & CRAFTS The Post Library hosts Imagination Hour where there is a story and accompanying craft every Friday at 3:45 p.m. at no cost. This program has become increasingly popular and there is always a full crowd every week. Themes included: • holiday specific • igloos • Snoopy • volcanoes • rainforests

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NEW PROGRAMS

190 students took part in over 24 EDGE Programs.

EDGE! PROGRAMS THE EDGE! PROGRAM offers out of school opportunities for children and youth ages 6 to 18 to experience, develop, grow and excel by participating in adventure, art, fitness, and life skill activities. 2010 marked the first year for the program and it has been steadily growing in popularity. From learning how to kayak to creating slimy boogers, there are no areas of creative experimentation untouched.

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SURVIVOR OUTREACH SERVICES The purpose of Survivor Outreach Services is to deliver on the Army’s commitment to Families of the Fallen and to help find the right support for those in need. The program provides services for Active, Reserve and Army National Guard Families. SOS is an Army Family Covenant Commitment: Keeping the Promise.

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NEW PROGRAMS

172 of women participated in the 10 trips offered.

WOMEN IN THE WILDERNESS Women in the Wilderness is a new program the Outdoor Recreation Center began this past year providing the women of Fort Wainwright with the ultimate “Alaskan Adventure”.

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A NEW APPROACH

MILITARY SPOUSE APPRECIATION The life of a military Family is one of unique challenges which Spouses continue to meet with grace and strength. We celebrated their significant contributions at the “Olympic Gold Attitudes” presented by professional speaker and best-selling author Marsha Petrie Sue.

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CAR SHOW & TATTOO CONTEST AT THE WARRIOR ZONE This event showcases “tricked-out” vehicles and motorcycles ranging from Antique to Ugly! Every shape, size, and style tattoo competed against each other.

• popular TV-type games • DJ and live music Photo courtesy by Fort Wainwright PAO.

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A NEW APPROACH

THE GREAT HALL-O-PALOOZA CELEBRATIONS This fun alternative to trick-or-treating is a post-wide activity for Soldiers, Families, Retirees and Civilians at Fort Wainwright. This event celebrated the fall season in a safe environment.

• Family friendly games and prizes • teen/youth dances • single Soldier’s Halloween party

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4TH OF JULY BACKYARD BBQ AT BIRCH HILL The American tradition Family-friendly Independence Day celebration featured a barbecue contest, musical entertainment, Speedball and other traditional grass roots games.

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A NEW APPROACH

SEWARD MILITARY RESORT The resort is a year round “Alaskan Experience” located about 120 miles south of Anchorage. Winter adventures, summer deep-sea charter fishing and cruises, freedom fighters lounge, world-class fishing, site-seeing, wildlife viewing, and other recreational opportunities are offered for everyone including the BOSS R&R program. Seward Military Resort is also host to various events including the Family Holiday Fun Week, New Year’s Party, Soldier R&R Trips, and various Murder Mystery Weekends.

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COMIC RELIEF AT THE WARRIOR ZONE Many comics have entertained the Army Community this past year including Army Entertainment’s Laugh Out Loud Tour featured Kelly McFarland and Louis Ramey; Comics on Duty Tour featured Comedians Steve Bills, Steve Burr, John Bizarre and Tom Foss; and Wee Man of Jackass stopped by to meet the Soldiers.

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DID YOU KNOW? 2010 FWA FAMILY AND MWR FACTS

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AUTO SKILLS: 5,402 vehicles repaired through the shop.

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DID YOU KNOW? CYSS

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AFC FUNDED CYSS ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS

Over 1,300 children used AFC benefits throughout the year

2.25 $15,91 s Patron n d save o sses la c S SKIE

$37,816 Patrons saved on respite services ved 845 $3, ons sa r S Pat PORT S n o ms gra o r p

$4,115 Savings provided to W TU Familie s

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11,079 spite f re hours o ovided r p e r a c ARMY FAMILY COVENANT: Keeping the Promise

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DID YOU KNOW? ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE

ACS FAMILY ADVOCACY PROGRAM

ARMY EMERGENCY RELIEF:

7,016 basic advocacy contacts

Loans: $430,603.04

876 one-on-one counseling sessions

Grants: $20,727.93

467 Classes/ Workshops/ Briefings offered

AER Soldier contributions:

7,206 attended a class, workshop or briefing

EMPLOYMENT READINESS

2838 employment and volunteer opportunities advertised 275 one-on-one sessions 134 Classes/ Workshops/Briefings offered 68 employers partnered for Army Spouse Employment Program 40 spouses received a paid job after seeking services

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RELOCATION READINESS PROGRAM

661 one-on-one counseling sessions 417 Classes/ Workshops/Briefings offered 3,656 attended a class, workshop or briefing 2,018 contacts for assistance to Soldiers arriving to Fort Wainwright 457 Lending Closet checkouts 1,781 Welcome Packets produced

OUTREACH SERVICES

15,967 contacts in the community advertising events/activities

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MOBILIZATION/ DEPLOYMENT PROGRAM

EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM

76,375 contacts for basic deployment cycle of support information

173,956 basic contacts for exceptional family support

93 Classes/ Workshops/Briefings offered

236 one-on-one sessions

295 Classes/ Workshops/ Briefings offered

341 Classes/ Workshops/Briefings offered

5,910 attended a class, workshop or briefing

5,915 attended a class, workshop or briefing

$1,700 in food vouchers given out

46 individuals received respite care for a total of 410 hours

Soldier debt reduction savings: $24,040

4,928 attended a class, workshop or briefing 30,041 user contacts in the Family Resource Center

ARMY VOLUNTEER CORP

FINANCIAL READINESS

499 one-on-one sessions

35,377 hours 1,253 registered volunteers

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DID YOU KNOW? REINVESTMENT CYCLE

Did you know that 100% of money generated from Family and MWR programs and activities goes back to you? Here’s how it works.

OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER

AUTO SKILLS

(4) ATV’s

Wheel Balancer

(6) ATV Trailers

Tools and Equipment

Backpacking Equipment

GOLF

(2) Snowmachines, Boat Equipment and Supplies

Range Ball Dispenser

New Rental Equipment Bikes, Snow Shoes, fishing poles, Hip Waders and equipment (3) Bouncy Huts New Rental Boats/Canoes (4) Generators ATV Repairs

Driving Range Staging Area Golf Course Maintenance Pavilion Grills Golf Simulator

Rock Climbing Equipment

Digital Signage

(2) Boat Trailers

THE WARRIOR ZONE

Digital Signage

(2) Couch Sectionals

SKI HILL

(90) Tables & Chairs

Lodge Furniture: (5) Couches (4) Loveseats (5) Recliners

(5) Pool Tables Margarita Machine Portable Bar

Restaurant Guest Order Notification System

(4) Video Gaming Machines

Digital Signage

Digital Signage

Equipment Maintenance

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SOLDIERS & FAMILIES

ENHANCED ACTIVITIES & PROGRAMS

$ NAF FUNDS $ (SOLDIER DOLLARS)

FACILITY & EQUIPMENT RENOVATIONS REINVESTMENTS

SKEET

SEWARD MILITARY RESORT

(12) New Skeet Guns

Mattress & Box Springs

Clay Targets

Safes for Rooms

BOWLING

Flat Screen TV’s

Bar Furniture: (Tables and Chairs)

Fishing Tackle

Self-Help Project to Renovate Mother Lode Cafe Digital Signage

LAST FRONTIER COMMUNITY ACTIVITY CENTER

2 Pontoon Boats with Motors Ice Fishing Equipment (tents, heaters) 3 New Outdoor Decks and Gardens PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER Scoreboard

Furniture Meeting Room Chairs

Basketball & Volleyball Equipment

Meeting Room Table (4) Gaming Equipment

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DID YOU KNOW?

• IN FY10 Fort Wainwright Family and MWR increased its offerings and services to the USAG-FWA Soldiers and Families.

• Within the first year of its release, the “Bear Necessities” magazine is the Family and MWR publication of choice.

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FACEBOOK: approximately 1,000 fans (at the time of this publication)

THE BEAR NECESSITIES MAGAZINE distributed: 24,000 in its first year WEBSITES: FWA Family and MWR 85,137 Visits 178,909 Page views Seward Military Resort 69,615 Visits 365,882 Page views

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SAVE THE DATE

MARCH 25-27 MARCH MADNESS AT BIRCH HILL

APRIL 21 VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION CEREMONY

APRIL 30 MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD CARNIVAL

MAY 6 MILITARY SPOUSE APPRECIATION

MAY 30 CAR AND BIKE SHOW AT THE WARRIOR ZONE

JUNE 4 JAZZ FEST AT BIRCH HILL

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JULY 4 2ND ANNUAL BBQ COOK-OFF AT BIRCH HILL

SEPTEMBER 23-24 OPERATION RISING STAR AT THE WARRIOR ZONE

JULY 16 BATTLE OF THE BANDS AT BIRCH HILL

AUGUST 26-28 OKTOBER FEST

OCTOBER 28-30 GREAT HALL-O-PALOOZA CELEBRATIONS

DECEMBER 2 TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION AT THE PFC

Events subject to change.

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