Ft. Wainwright Bear Necessities December 2009

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VOL. 1, ISSUE 2 | DECEMBER 2009

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BEAR N E C E S S I T I E S

usag - fort wainwright www.ftwainwrightfmwr.com Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare & Recreation

Arctic Warrior Zone (Warrior Zone), Bldg. 3205.....................................................p 353-1087

Army Community Services (ACS), Bldg. 3401...........................................................p 353-4227

f 353-7433

Ultimate Year ‘Round Recreation Destination!

f 353-6681

F - Sun 12 to 8 p.m. M - Th Closed (Recorded Ski Information: 353-7053)

Chena Bend Golf Course, Bldg. 2092...........................................................................p 353-6223 f 353-9400

Closed for the season

CYSS Central Registration Bldg. 3401...........................................................................p 353-7713

M - F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sat - Sun Closed

CDC I: p 361-4190

CDC 2: p 361-9056

SAS: p 361-7394

f N/A

M - F 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat - Sun Closed M - F 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sat - Sun Closed

M - F 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat - Sun Closed

Fischer Skeet Range Bldg. 1172 (next to Birch Hill)..................................................p 353-7869

f 353-6681

M Closed T/W 5 to 8 p.m. Sat - Sun 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Skeet Range will be closed Dec. 24 - March 2010,

except for special shoots and 40-below shoots, call 353-7689 or 1998 to make arrangements.

Last Frontier Community Center (LFCC), Bldg. 1044.............................................p 353-7555

f 353-7557

LFCC: M - W 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Th 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. F 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sat 1. to 9 p.m. Sun 1 to 6 p.m.

Internet Cafe: M - W 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Th 8 a.m. to 8 p.m F 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sat 1. to 9 p.m. Sun 1 to 6 p.m.

Laser Tag: M - Wed Closed Th 5 to 7 p.m. F 5 to 8 p.m. Sat 1 to 8 p.m. Sun 1 to 5 p.m

The Donut Shoppe: M - F 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sat - Sun Closed

Melaven Gym, Bldg. 3452.................................................................................................p 353-1994

Melaven Gym Pool, Bldg. 3452.......................................................................................p 353-1995

M - Th 1 to 7 p.m. F 1 to 9 p.m.

Sat 12 to 8 p.m.

f 361-4095

Sun Closed

NAF Civilian Personnel, Bldg. 1045................................................................................p 353-6356

f 353-9995

M - F 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sat - Sun Closed

Middle School/Teen Center, Bldg. 4109........................................................................p 361-5437

f 353-9995

M - Th 5:30 a.m to 9:30 p.m. F 5:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sat - Sun Closed

f 353-9851

M - F 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 4 p.m. Sat - Sun Closed

Nugget Lanes Bowling Center, Bldg. 3702...................................................................p 353-2654

f 353-2657

M 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. T - W 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Th 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. F 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Sat 12 to 10 p.m. Sun 3 to 9 p.m.

Outdoor Recreation Center (ORC), Bldg. 4050........................................................p 361-6349

Physical Fitness Center (PFC), Bldg. 3709..................................................................p 353-7520

M - Th 5:30 a.m to 9:30 p.m. F 5:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sat 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

M /W Open Skate 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

F Open Skate 5:30 to 7 p.m.

M Closed T - Sat 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sun Closed

The winter fun starts here! > Winter Lodging Rates are low! ($51/night for motel and $76/night for townhouse) > Make your summer reservations now before they are sold out! > Snowmachine Tours to Exit Glacier! (All skill levels Welcome - Touring Sleds ‘08 Expeditions 800’s and ‘09 Venture 500’s)

> Winter dog sled rides and dog sled mushing!

f 353-1086

Sat-Sun 1:15 to 4 p.m.

Post Library, Bldg. 3700....................................................................................................p 353-2642

f 353-1086

Sun 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

PFC Ice Rink, Bldg. 3709...................................................................................................p 353-7520

f 361-2084

M Closed T - Sat 12:30 to 6 p.m. Sun Closed For programs call 361-4089 or 361-2652

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M - T Closed W - F 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sat 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m Sun 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard, Bldg. 1172.........................................................................p 353-9131

f 353-9796

M - T Closed W - Sat 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sun Closed

Auto Skills Center, Bldg. 3730.........................................................................................p 353-7436

Seward Military Resort

f 353-4495

M - F 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sat - Sun Closed

Arts and Crafts Design Center (ACDC), Bldg. 3727...............................................p 353-7520

f 353-1086

M - Th 2:30 to 9:30 p.m. F 3 to 11 p.m. Sat 3 p.m. to 12 a.m. Sun 1 to 8 p.m.

f 353-2609

907.224.5559/2659 or 800.770.1858 www.sewardresort.com

FACILITY

Dec. 24

Dec. 25 Dec. 26

Arctic Warrior Zone

12 to 6 p.m.

Closed

3 p.m. to 12 a.m.

Army Community Services (ACS)

8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Closed

Arts & Crafts Design Center (ACDC)

11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Closed

Auto Skills Center

11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Closed

Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard

12 to 5 p.m.

Chena Bend Golf Course

Closed for the season

Child Youth and School Services

6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Closed

Fischer Skeet Range

Closed

Closed

Financial Management Office

8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Closed

FMWR Administration

8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Last Frontier Community Center (LFCC)

New Years Holiday Hours * FACILITY

Dec. 31

Jan. 1

Closed

Arctic Warrior Zone

12 to 8 p.m.

3 to 11 p.m. 3 p.m. to 12 a.m.

11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Army Community Services (ACS)

8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Closed

Closed

Arts & Crafts Design Center (ACDC)

11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Closed

11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Auto Skills Center

11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Closed

9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard

12 to 5 p.m.

12 to 8 p.m.

Chena Bend Golf Course

Closed for the season

Child Youth and School Services

6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Closed

Closed

Closed

Fischer Skeet Range

Closed

Closed

For special openings, call 353-1998.

Closed

Closed

Financial Management Office

8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Closed

Closed

8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Closed

Closed

FMWR Administration

8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Closed

Closed

Melaven Gym

11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Closed

11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Last Frontier Community Center (LFCC)

8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Closed

Closed

Melaven Gym Pool

11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Closed

11:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Melaven Gym

11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Closed

11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Middle School/Teen Center

1 to 7 p.m.

Closed

Closed

Melaven Gym Pool

11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Closed

11:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Nugget Lanes Bowling Center

3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Closed

12 to 10 p.m.

Middle School/Teen Center

1 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Closed

12 to 8 p.m.

Outdoor Recreation Center (ORC)

12:30 to 6 p.m.

Closed

Closed

Nugget Lanes Bowling Center

3 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Closed

12 to 10 p.m.

Physical Fitness Center (PFC)

8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Closed

9 a.m. 6 p.m.

Outdoor Recreation Center (ORC)

12:30 to 6 p.m.

Closed

Closed

PFC Ice Rink

1:15 to 4 p.m.

Closed

1:15 to 4 p.m.

Physical Fitness Center (PFC)

8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Closed

9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Post Library

11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Closed

Closed

PFC Ice Rink

1:15 to 4 p.m.

Closed

1:15 to 4 p.m.

Post Library

11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Closed

11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Closed

12 to 5 p.m.

Closed For special opening call 353-1998

Did you know...

Christmas is the largest card-sending holiday in the United States? More than 1.9 billion cards are sent to family and friends every year -- one billion more than the 192 million cards given or sent on Valentine’s Day, the nation’s second largest card holiday.

* Subject to change if the President issues an additional Executive Order for holiday closure.

Closed

Did you know...

Julius Caesar was the first to set January 1st as the New Year?

Caesar did so when he established the Julian calendar.

* Subject to change if the President issues an additional Executive Order for holiday closure.

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FAMILY AND MORALE, WELFARE AND RECREATION | FACILITY HOURS |

FAMILY AND MORALE, WELFARE AND RECREATION | FACILITY HOURS |

December Holiday Hours *

Daily Lunch Specials

NORTHERN LIGHTS LODGING | 353-3800, BLDG. 3402 |

Purchase a lunch special and bowl 1 free game, while you eat..

(Offer available between the above times on day of purchase only)

The Northern Lights Inn features 90 non-smoking guest rooms . that include kitchenettes, high speed Internet Access, private bath, queen size beds, and residential style private baths.

Family suites are complete with a separate bedroom, living area, and a sleeper sofa. A limited number of pet friendly rooms are also available.

Enjoy a complimentary . continental breakfast service seven days a week along with our 24 hour internet café.

Whether PCSing or visiting us on TDY orders, make reservations as soon as you know your date of . arrival/departure. Space is . extremely limited and we want to help you find the best . accommodations to meet your needs.

Unofficial travelers may enjoy the comforts of the Northern Lights Inn on a Space Available basis by calling seven days in advance.

Reservations can be made by calling the Northern Lights Inn 24 hours a day at 907-353-3800.

2005 Lodging Operation of the Year

hotdogs French fries chili burgers sandwiches cheese sticks sodas onion rings pretzels salads

FIGHT

G N I L BOW alifying Pre-qu -in

h Weig Dates ing Bowl c. 1 - 14 .

De to 1 p.m .

11 a.m

H T I G N

• Bowl your 3 games during lunch for official weigh-in score

Dec. 1-14, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

• Drawing to be held for assigned opponent on December 14.

• December 15 Fight Night Games start at 6 p.m.

Under-Card: 3 Round Match | Main Event: 7 Round Match

NUGGET LANES BOWLING CENTER | 353-2654 OR 353-2659, BLDG. 3702 |

Monday – Friday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

6:30 A.M. AND 12 P.M. DEC. 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31

Soldiers have priority, no cost but must be in P.T. Uniform (applies to the 6:30 a.m. class only)

December 19, 2009 - January 4, 2010 1:15 to 4 p.m. daily Closed Christmas Day and New Year’s Day

Eve special: Free skate rental on December 24 and 31 For more information, call 353-7223.

SATURDAY 10 A.M. DEC. 5, 12, 19

instructor’s C h o i c e WEDNESDAY 5:30 P.M. DEC. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

COME AND PARTICIPATE IN A VARIETY OF CLASSES. We w i l l c o n d u c t c l a s s e s i n S p i n , Yo g a , S t e p a n d S t r e n g t h Tr a i n i n g .

Class will change from week to week.

All classes are $3.00 each or purchase a 10 class punch card and receive the 11th class FREE .

All classes are at the PFC.

LESSONS

ADULT SWIM

SPORTS & FITNESS | PFC 353-7223, BLDG. 3709 | MELAVEN GYM 353-1994, BLDG. 3452 |

TUESDAY & THURSDAY

M elaven

SATURDAYS December 5, 12, 19, 26 2 to 2:45 p.m.

Limited to 8 students. Class fee is $25.00*

For more information call 353-1994/1995.

*Must be pre-registered

SPORTS & FITNESS | PFC 353-7223, BLDG. 3709 | MELAVEN GYM 353-1994, BLDG. 3452 |

SPINNING C l a s s e s

THE WARRIOR ZONE (WARRIOR ZONE) | 353-1087 | BLDG. 3205 |

SM

December 19 S A T U R D AY

Sign up at 6 p.m.

Play begins at 7 p.m.

Make a purchase from the snack bar to receive bonus chips.

Open to all DoD card holders over 18.

Tournament

December 5 S A T U R D AY

Sign up at 4 p.m.

Play begins at 5 p.m.

Open to all DoD card holders over 18.

For more information, call 353-1087.

The Zone events sponsored by:

THE WARRIOR ZONE (WARRIOR ZONE) | 353-1087 | BLDG. 3205 |

Tournament

SKI & SNOWBOARD SCHOOL

HOURS OF OPERATION

BIRCH HILL SKI & SNOWBOARD AREA | 353-1998 | BLDG. 1172 |

NSES O S A E S S PA Early Bird Special *

Regular Season

(Oct. 9 - Nov. 18) (Nov. 20 - Mar. 25) Family Pass...................... $470................................. $525 Adult Pass........................ $195................................. $250 Youth Pass (17 & Under)....... $140................................. $195 *Military, dependants and DOD civilians must show ID card to receive discounted rates.

LIFATSSES P

DOD E-1 to E-4

DOD ID holders

NON-DOD ID holders

Adults all day.........................$17..................$22.................. $35 Adults after 4 p.m.................$11..................$17.................. $30 Youth (7-17) all day.............$13..................$17.................. $30 Youth (7-17) after 4 p.m......$9....................$11.................. $24 6 & Under or 70+................Free.................Free................. $7 Bunny Hill................................ $8....................$8.................... $8

TTAL N E M P I N RE EQU DOD Cardholders Alpine Ski System Snowboard & Boots Snowboard Boots Board Only

Rate 1 Rate 2 $20/all day............$13 after 4 p.m. $20/all day............$13 after 4 p.m. $11/all day............$8 after 4 p.m. $17/all day..........$11 after 4 p.m.

Non-DOD Cardholders Alpine Ski System Snowboard & Boots Snowboard Boots Board Only

Rate 1 Rate 2 $22/all day.............$15 after 4 p.m. $22/all day.............$15 after 4 p.m. $13/all day.............$10 after 4 p.m. $19/all day ...........$13 after 4 p.m.

* No personal sleds are allowed on Birch Hill!

Private Lessons Military $45 Civilian $50

Group Lessons Military $35 Civilian $40

TH UI D YS YO SK A Christmas and Spring Break Packages are

available. Each package includes three 90-minute lessons, ski rental, lift tickets, awards ceremony, “Kids Feed” and T-shirt. Cost for DOD card holders is $115 and for Non DOD card holders it is $125. For more information or to make reservations, call 353-9131.

FIRST

SECOND

MONTH

SESSION

SESSION

December...........................21-23.................... 28-30 March . ............................6-8......................... 10-12

FEES

DOD

card holders card holders

Non DOD

$115.00

$125.00

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G D O L I L SKRENTA

Birch Hill Ski Lodge can be rented during non-operational hours. Rental fees for DOD card holders are $70 per hour. Rental fees for Non DOD card holders are $100 per hour. Minimum of three hours are required for set up and clean up. Operation of the ski lift and equipment rental are not included. For more information, call 353-2706.

BIRCH HILL SKI & SNOWBOARD AREA | 353-1998 | BLDG. 1172 |

Downhill ski and snowboard lessons are offered throughout the season on Saturdays and Sundays at 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Each session lasts 90 minutes and includes: equipment rental and lift ticket. For more information or to make reservations, call 353-9131.

Saturday and Sunday.............................Noon to 8 p.m.

Friday.........................................................Noon to 8 p.m.

Monday - Thursday.............................................CLOSED

dESIGN

C ENTER

Library

Fort Wainwright

MONTHLY CRAFTERS GROUP

Story Hour & Crafts December 4, 11, 18 at 3:45 p.m.

ARTS & CRAFTS DESIGN CENTER (ACDC) | 353-7520 | BLDG. 3205|

For more information, call 353-2642.

A RTS & C RAFTS

dESIGN

C ENTER

December Classes Woodshop Safety Class Saturday December 5, 19 12 p.m.

At no cost

Stained Glass Ornament Class Saturday December 12 1 to 4 p.m. $25 plus supplies

For more information, call 353-7520.

DECEMBER 3

“Scrap, Stamp & Swap Meet” a group for scrap booking & stamping crafts with a free make & take available.

“Scrap, Stamp & Swap Meet” will include all paper arts: collage, card making, scrap booking, alters arts, artist trading cards. Every 1st Thursday of each month.

DECEMBER 17

“Stitch & Knit” will include all fiber arts, hand sewing, needle work, quilting, knitting, crocheting, tatting etc....

“Stitch & Knit” will meet every 3rd Thursday of the month 6-8 p.m. and a free pattern idea will be provided each month.

A monthly meeting place with Open Craft Table FUN and a great way to meet new friends and share creative ideas.

For more information, call 353-7520.

ARTS & CRAFTS DESIGN CENTER (ACDC) | 353-7520 | BLDG. 3205|

POST LIBRARY | 353-2642 | BLDG. 3700 |

Knowledge at your fingertips

A RTS & C RAFTS

WANTED!

We need YOU!

Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 at 6 p.m.

AUTO SKILLS CENTER | 353-7436 | BLDG. 3730 |

* This class is required to use the Auto Skills facility.

TIPS FOR SURVIVING OUR COLD CLIMATE

TO VOLUNTEER

Always carry:

- a blanket

- flares

- cat litter (in case you get stuck)

- extra clothing, such as warm boots and coats

- a charged cell phone

- Auto Skills Center Tow Truck Services

phone number: 590-1716

withACS No ce p x e erienry a s s e nec

HELP OUT SOLDIERS AND THEIR FAMILIES. IT’S A GOOD THING.

REWARD 16 HOURS OF CHILD CARE (PER MONTH) AT NO COST.

At -30 degrees a vehicle will lose all warmth in a matter of minutes, so be prepared.

ARMY FAMILY COVENANT: Keeping the Promise

TOW TRUCK SERVICES NOW AVAILABLE 24 Hours except Holidays | 590-1716 Work hours: $60.00 for a tow $2.00 per mile After hours: $120.00 for a tow $2.00 per mile

A

Duties may include:

> ANSWERING PHONES > PUTTING TOGETHER WELCOME PACKETS

> TEACHING CLASSES

FOR MORE INFORMATION, STOP BY THE ACS BLDG. 3401 SANTIAGO AVE. BY PHONE, CALL 3531977 OR 353-4227.

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VOLUNTEER PROGRAM | ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) | 353-1977 OR 353-4227 | BLDG. 3401|

Safety CLASS

*

Over a quarter century of service to Soldiers and Families.

Emergency assistance is always available—call for more details.

Army Family Team Building (AFTB): 353-2382

ACS Briefer Trainer Course at BLM, Bldg. 1541 (Open to all participants who have completed the ACS Instructor Course.)

Fri, Dec. 4, 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

This course allows for accelerated professional development of the Instructor and focuses on different types of briefings, audience analysis, and alternate styles of briefing.

ACS Facilitator Trainer Course at BLM, Bldg. 1541 (Open to all participants who have completed the Instructor Trainer Course.)

Fri, Dec. 11, 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

This course allows Facilitators to learn skills that will help them communicate and work cohesively with groups. The Facilitator Course teaches trainers how to focus on the process role, define roles within groups and to assess their own skills as facilitators.

Army Family Team Building Level II Courses will be offered at Army Community Service every Monday in December—both morning and afternoon offerings.

ARMY FAMILY COVENANT: Keeping the Promise

Employment Readiness Program: 353-4327

Employment Orientation Thurs, Dec. 3, 1:30- 2:30 p.m.

Learn where to search for jobs, understanding the job search process, and becoming prepared for employment.

Federal Employment Workshop Thurs, Dec. 10, 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Learn the benefits of working for the federal government, identifying federal employment agencies in Alaska, and how to apply for federal employment.

Resume Writing Workshop Thurs, Dec. 10, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Understanding what employers want, the resume and its role, and resume formatting.

Interview Techniques and Dressing for Success Thurs, Dec. 17, 1:30-3 p.m.

Come learn the purpose of the interview, receive hints on preparing for the interview, and review how to Dress for Success.

Family Advocacy Program (FAP): 353-7317 Play Morning at LFCC Every Tuesday, 9:30-11 a.m. * Parenting Classes * Couples Classes Available upon request.

Child Supervision Policy is available. Contact FAP to obtain a copy.

To report incidents of child or domestic abuse, contact 3537535. (24/7) For sexual assault reporting, please call 353-7272 (24/7)

Birthday

Financial Readiness Program: 353-7438

Mindful Money Matters Tues, Dec. 1, 1-2:30 p.m.

Examine your relationship with money, and learn how to achieve your financial goals.

Personal Financial Readiness Training at Post Library Wed, Dec. 2, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Topics include: Principles of Personal Finance, Banking and Credit, Saving and investing, and Budgeting. (Among others.) Bring current end of month LES. Smooth Move Tues, Dec. 8, 1-3 p.m.

Learn how to establish a spending plan for your next move.

Budgeting and Debt Reduction Wed, Dec. 16, 6:30-8 p.m.

Learn about financial recordkeeping, setting goals, developing a budget, and paying off debt.

Saving and Investing and Thrift Savings Plan Wed, Dec. 23, 9:30-11 a.m.

Discuss reasons for saving and investing.

Mobilization/Deployment Program: 353-4332 Reunion Workshop for Marriages Wed, Dec. 9, 1300 - 1430 This workshop will provide information that can help you have a smooth Reunion with your Soldier. Topics include: Where I’ve been, Where I’m about to be and Where I’d like to be.

Suicide Awareness Wed, Dec. 23, 1300 - 1430 Discussions on how to identify the red flags of suicide and what steps to be taken to prevent it.

Encouragement and support for Soldiers and their Families.

Staff are ready to assist you with questions from the day you process in, to the day you leave.

Dec. 16 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Join ACS in celebrating the Army Family Team Building’s 15th Birthday! There will be information on AFTB Classes, opportunities for volunteerism and plenty of cake to go around.

ACS promotes self reliance, resiliency, and stability during times of war and peace to Soldiers and their Families.

His Hers, & Theirs Step-Parenting Thurs, Dec. 24, 1300 -1430 Discusses real issues that Families face such as parent and/or sibling integration and problem solving as a Family. This training provides tips on lending successfully and establishing consistent boundaries for healthy relationships between parents and children.

Mobilization/Deployment – Family Readiness Group Classes Trauma in the Unit Wed, Dec. 2, 0930 – 1130 This training is intended to assist unit leadership, FRG leaders, Care Team members and key volunteers in knowing how to helps Soldiers, Families and the unit when different trauma events occur within in the unit.

FRG Basics Fri, Dec. 4, 0900 – 1200 Introduction to the basic foundations of the Family Readiness Group.

Care Team Wed, Dec. 9, 0930 – 1130 Train your Care Teams on the basics of care for families and units after a tragedy.

Domestic Violence Victims have options.

Call 388-2260.

To report incidents of Child or Domestic Abuse, contact 353-7535 (24/7).

For Sexual Assault reporting, please call 353-7272 (24/7).

ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) | 353-4227 | BLDG. 3401|

ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) | 353-4227 | BLDG. 3401|

Army Emergency Relief (AER): 353-7453

AFTB Happy 15th

FAMILY ADVOCACY PROGRAM | RELOCATION SERVICES |ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) | 353-4227 | BLDG. 3401|

STRESS MANAGEMENT CLASSES This class focuses on identifying the sources of stress, discusses emotional and physical responses, and aids in developing coping techniques.

Participants will receive a certificate upon completion of the class.

ACS Training Classroom December 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Cost is free

Pre-registration is strongly encouraged.

To sign up, or for additional information, please contact 353-4374.

Domestic Violence Victims have options. Call 388-2260.

To report incidents of Child or Domestic Abuse, contact 353-7535 (24/7).

For Sexual Assault reporting, please call 353-7272 (24/7).

Funding is now available to pay for respite care of Family members with special needs who are enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member program (EFMP) and who meet specific medical criteria.

child with

special needs? Help is available!

EFMP BOWLING NIGHT December 17 from 6 to 7 p.m.

at bldg. 3702

$2.25 per game Shoes are FREE!

ARTS & CRAFTS

December 3 at 6 p.m.

AT THE ARTS AND CRAFTS, BLDG. 3727 > parent and child craft activities for ages 3+ > parents are expected to assist their child in the activity > crafts range from $3-$5 per project payable at the time of the activity > each family must have someone presently enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP).

SWIMMING December 10

from 6 to 7 p.m. at the melaven gym

(Parents must remain within an arm’s reach of children in the water at all times.)

Newcomers Information Fair at LFCC • Dec, 16 10 to 11 a.m.

NORTH STAR CARDS ARE NOT VALID DURING EFMP EVENTS.

Information fair for new personnel to Fort Wainwright.

Information and Referral Program: 353-4227

For more information, call the ACS EFMP Manager at 353-4243.

EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM | ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) | 353-4227 | BLDG. 3401|

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WO R K S H O P S

WORKSH

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Mastering Money Management

All Workshops below take place at ACS, unless otherwise noted.

Post Deployment BATTLEMIND for Spouses Dec. 2, 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Identify common areas of deployment and related issues/concerns that spouses and Soldiers may experience.

Adults Working Together in Families Dec. 3, 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Learn communication tips, conflict resolution, and other ways to strengthen your marriage.

Children and Reunion Dec. 8, 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Discussions will focus on how children react to reunion and understanding the excitement and stress that accompanies homecoming.

Anger Management from Combat to Home Dec. 10, 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Identify what anger is and how it is trigger.

This training also identifies how combat skills can result in anger and aggression when at home and how to manage it.

Post Deployment BATTLEMIND FOR Spouses Dec 15, 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Identify common areas of deployment and related issues/concerns that spouses and Soldiers may experience.

Making Marriages Work after Combat Dec. 22, 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Discussion involves potential conflicts, what each may experience during deployment, and possible difficulties in transitioning back to old roles.

For more information or to learn of childcare availability, call 353-4332 or 353-4331.

Mindful Money Matters Dec. 1, 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Examine your relationship with money, and learn how to achieve your financial goals.

Personal Financial Readiness Training at Post Library Dec. 2, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Topics include: Principles of Personal Finance, Banking and Credit, Saving and Investing, and Budgeting.

(Among others.) Bring current end of month LES. Smooth Move Dec. 8, 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Learn how to establish a spending plan for your next move.

Budgeting and Debt Reduction Wednesday, December 16 6:30 – 8 p.m.

Learn about financial recordkeeping, setting goals, developing a budget, and paying off debt.

Saving and Investing and Thrift Savings Plan Wednesday, December 23 9:30-11 a.m.

Discuss reasons for saving and investing. Plan for the future and learn how your money can work for you.

Classes can be scheduled at units and for Family Readiness Group meetings.

Classes are available for DoD ID card holders and Family members at no cost.

Call 907.353-7438 to register.

Limited child care is available with advance reservation. Call 907.353-4374.

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THRILLER WINTER ORIENTATION

Get ready for the cold.

December 16

Last Frontier Community Center | 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

TOPICS INCLUDE: > Dressing children for winter > Safety recommendations for winter driving > Suggestions to keep your pets healthy during the winter Onsite child care available

ARMY FAMILY COVENANT: Keeping the Promise

Learn how to make your own: M I T T E N S

DECEMBER 10

6 to 9 p.m. at the ACS/Welcome Center Only 10 slots per session available, so register early. For more information, call 353-7908.

All materials provided.

Childcare is provided through the Child Development Center's Thursday respite hours. To register your child(ren), call 361-4190.

For more information on either workshop, call 353-7908.

ARMY FAMILY COVENANT: Keeping the Promise

RELOCATION READINESS |ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) | 353-4227 | BLDG. 3401|

MOBILITY AND DEPLOYMENT| FINANCIAL READINESS| ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) | 353-4227 | BLDG. 3401|

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Winter Ice Fishing State Fishing License is Dec. 19 | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. required Participants: Max: 9 Min: 3 $65 per person.

Join the Outdoor Recreation Team for a little ice fishing in our interior lakes. We will provide transportation, rod & reel, bait, ice fishing hut with wood stove and the know-how to get you started. If the temperature drops below -20 degrees, we will postpone to a warmer day.

Dec. 5 & 12 | 9 am.

Participants: 20 Max. | Age: 18 & older $10 per person This safety course promotes responsibility while snowmachining. An informative class is followed by a hands-on practical demonstration on the operation of the machine. Participants will be issued a Snowmachine Safety Card at the conclusion of the course.

The White Mountains Dec. 26 | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Participants: Max: 6 Min: 3 $75 per person Take a snowmachine run with the Outdoor Adventure Team to the White Mountains National Recreation Area. Trip departs at 8:30 am.

Transportation, snowmachines and helmets will be provided. Bring your lunch, drinks, and cold weather clothing.

Indoor Rock Climbing at Melaven Gym Dec. 5 & 12 | 1:00 p.m.

Participants: Min: 2 Max: 12 Age: 7 and older | Must be 15 or older for belay training | $7 per person.

Climbing is a great mental and physical challenge, a great family fun activity for those cold winter weekends!

Cross Country Skiing Lessons

Date and Time: Arrange with Instructor Participants: Max: 4 Age: 10 & older $25 per person.

These courses are a great introduction to cross country skiing for individuals or the family with the convenience of a time that works for you! Lessons are offered all winter long and equipment is provided. Sessions run between 45 minutes and an hour. If the temperature hits below -10, lessons will be postponed to a warmer date.

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Camera Warm boots (no tennis shoes!)

Warm clothing (dress in layers) Warm gloves

Maclaren River Lodge Dec. 31 to Jan. 2 8 am. To 5 p.m.

(Must register by Dec. 14) Participants: Max: 6 Min: 4 $275 per person.

Outdoor Recreation is making two holiday trips this year to Maclaren. The first will ring in the New Year and the second for Presidents Day weekend. This is the perfect getaway and a truly Alaskan experience. This program is weather dependent subject to blizzards, white-out conditions, and extreme temperatures. Outdoor Recreation will provide transportation, lodging, meals, snowmachines and helmets. You must bring warm boots, cold weather clothing, hand/foot warmers, and a good pair of gloves. o o o o

Warm winter cap Light backpack Winter coat Binoculars

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Water and snack for trail Hand / Foot Warmers Lunch (if not provided) Bungee cords (snowmachine trips only to strap pack to machine)

OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER | 361-6349 OR 361-2652 | BLDG. 3702 |

OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER | 361-6349 OR 361-2652 | BLDG. 3702 |

An Alaska

Snowmachine Safety Course

Required course to rent snowmachines from the ORC

Parents, we can help with:

> school registration & policies

> school transitions (PCS)

> home school information

> post-secondary information

> online tutoring support

> referrals for child counseling services

A R M Y

F A M I L Y

C O V E N A N T

I N I T I A T I V E

Schools of Knowledge, Inspiration, Exploration and Skills (SKIES), offers a wide variety of instructional programs for children three months through eighteen years of age. Classes are offered on a monthly basis. Swimming, arts and crafts, driver’s education, instruments, Spanish and much more! If your sponsor is deployed, you qualify for 32 weeks of SKIES classes per deployment cycle per child through Army Family Covenant.

You can register for SKIESUnlimited classes at any of the following:

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December 3 at the LFCC Internet Cafe

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CDC I (Bldg. 4024) from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

CDC II (Bldg. 4176) from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

SAS (Bldg. 4391) from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Central Registration (Bldg. 3401) from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For registration information, call 353-7713 or 361-3218.

Registration is required and provided by Army Family Covenant.

Visit our website at: http://wainwright.cyspacific.org/SKIES/Home.html.

ARMY FAMILY COVENANT: Keeping the Promise

Army Family Child Care Make a difference in your family and in the lives of children in your community. Become a Family Child Care Provider.

Would you like to make $26,000.00 to $30,000.00 staying at home with your children? That is the average annual income of a Fort Wainwright Family Child Care Provider!

Call FCC at 361-6266 or 361-9544 today and see what great things we have for you.

FAMILY CHILD CARE | 361-6266 OR 361-9544 | BLDG. 1045|

SCHOOL LIAISON SERVICES | 353-9377| BLDG. 3401 |

Welcome to Ft. Wainwright School Liaison Services, connecting Families, schools, and communities! We’re now located in Bldg. 3401, Room 72 D, or call 353-9879 or 353-9377.

CYSS: SKIESUnlimited | 353-7713 OR 361-3218 | BLDG. 4391|

School Liaison Services

December 9 at 6:30 p.m. @ Middle School Teen Center, BLDG 4109 For more information, call 361-7482

Child, Youth & School Services

WRESTLING

MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL DECEMBER 7, 14, 21, 28 AT 4:30 P.M.

(Ages 8-18. Cost is $35 to participate.)

Monday night football will be held every week at the Middle School/Teen Center, Bldg. 4109, Neely Rd. For grades 6– 12. For more information, call 361-5437.

Registration is available now through December 18.

Central Registration is located at the ACS Welcome Center, Bldg. 3401.

DON’T FORGET TO WEAR YOUR FAVORITE JERSEY. BRING A FRIEND AND YOUR GAME FACE. Madden NFL 09’ tournament | Wii Sports | Playstation 3 | Air Hockey | Table Tennis | Pool tournaments Refreshments will be served.

ARMY VS. YOUTH

BASKETBALL

All interested Military units or teams and Military youth grades 6th - 12th are invited to play at the Middle School /Teen Center, Bldg. 4109. Games will be held on December 11 at 7 p.m.

Certified referees are provided. Call 361-5437 to have your team placed on the schedule.

CYSS Registration required. All welcome to attend.

CYSS: MIDDLE SCHOOL/TEEN PROGRAM | 361-5437| BLDG. 4109 |

YOUTH SPORTS & FITNESS | 361-7482 | AGES 3-18 | BLDG. 4109 |

SPORTS MEETING

adventure | art | life | fit

> Apprentice positions for youth 15-18 years of age > Exploratory work experience in a selected career path aligned with specific collegiate or vocational courses of study > Workforce preparation trainings and college exploration workshops > Education incentive award available for 17 & 18 year-olds

HOMESCHOOL SAMPLER

For information regarding the HIRED! Apprenticeship program contact the Workforce Preparation Specialist ray.j.phillips@us.army.mil | 907-361-9377

December 7 through 28 Mondays, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Youth Services, Bldg. 4109 Ages 6 - 12 $5 per activity Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec.

7: Art EDGE! Holiday Gift Making 14: Fit EDGE! Basketball 21: Life EDGE! Holiday Cake Decorating 28: Adventure EDGE! Snowshoeing

Participants must register by the Thursday prior to each Monday program. Registration can be done at Central Registration, CDC I, CDC II or SAS. Minimum enrollment must be met to avoid cancelling the program.

For dates and times go to www.ftwainwrightfmwr.com, email EDGE@wainwright.army.mil or call 361-4391.

Hourly care will be offered each day on a first-come, first-served

$4

basis from 3 to 5:30 p.m. at the SAS Bldg.

4391, Neely Rd. for grades 1st through 6th.

Reservation is required and space is limited.

Your children must be enrolled in CYSS. 907-361-7394

SCHOOL AGE SERVICES | 361-7394 | BLDG. 4391 |

CYSS: EDGE Program | 361-4391 | BLDG. 4391 |

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 cutting edge activities in fitness, art, life-skills and adventure.

What’s beyond..

“Do you want fries with that?”

CYSS: HIRED! | 361-9377 | BLDG. 4109 |

Cabin fever setting in?

Get the kids active in EDGE!

SCHOOL AGE SERVICES | 361-7394 | BLDG.BLDG. 4391 4109 | CYSS: MIDDLE SCHOOL/TEEN PROGRAM | 361-5437| |

Meet and greet the Middle School/Teen Center staff and check out the new activities Youth Services has to offer! Live music! CYSS Extreme Activities!

Extreme Youth Catering! Games! Prizes! Extreme Talent Search!

BRING IT ON.

Parent Workshop: Media Influences and Our Children December 15, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

SAS Bldg. 4391

DECEMBER 12, 2-6 P.M. MIDDLE SCHOOL/TEEN CENTER BLDG. 4109 For more information, call 361-5437.

Parent Youth Advisory council Meeting December 16, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

SAS Bldg. 4391 December 21: Kids on Site Child Care registration for January 2010. December FAME ends on the 18th.

Middle School/Teen Center Let’s shake off the

Winter

Bash

winter blues!

Prizes! Karaoke!

Music! Snacks!

For youth ages 11-18 December 19, 2009 from 3 to 6 p.m.

Middle School/Teen Center Gym, Bldg. 4109 For more information, call 361-4801.

Parents Day Out December 19, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

CDC Bldg. 4024 and SAS Bldg. 4391

ARMY FAMILY COVENANT: Keeping the Promise

CYSS: CENTRAL REGISTRATION | 353-7713 OR 353-7395 | BLDG. 4109 | CYSS: CENTRAL REGISTRATION | 353-7713 OR 353-7395 | BLDG. 4109 |

EXTREME BACK STAGE PASS

Youth Services presents:

A Thanksgiving Dinner BOSS MEETING & December Movie Night 3 and 17 for parents and youth 1:30 p.m. at the Zone

Range

November 25 at 5 p.m.

HOURS OF OPERATION Tuesday and Wednesday.......................................5 to 8 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday..............................................10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Come join us for our Thanksgiving celebration! Volunteers and parents are welcome to help prepare the meal of the evening.

Call or stop by the Youth Center to make your reservations.

BOSS | 353-9452 | BLDG. 3205 |

Reservations are necessary so please RSVP by November 20.

FEES PER ROUND Military Rates, E1 - E4.............................................

Military Rates, E5 - Up.............................................

Civilian Rates.............................................................

Punch Cards, per punch...........................................

$4.50 $5.00 $5.00 $4.50

COST PER BOX 20 Gauge Ammo......................................................

28 Gauge Ammo......................................................

410 Ammo..................................................................

12 Gauge estate ammo..........................................

$7.75 per box $8.25 per box $8.25 per box $7.00 per box

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BEAR N E C E S S I T I E S

For more information, call 353-7869 or 353-1998.

First time skeet shooters receive the first round at no charge!

The Fort Wainwright “BEAR Necessities� is an official information source published monthly by FMWR. All activities described herein are subject to change. Contact the activity for confirmation. Activities describe herein

are open to authorized patrons and, where applicable, guests. The use of a commercial sponsor logo or mention of a commercial sponsor or other organization does not constitute U.S. government edorsement.

Visit Fort Wainwright FMWR online at: www.ftwainwrightfmwr.com

FMWR MARKETING | 353-6725 | BLDG. 10451 |

FISCHER SKEET RANGE | 353-353-7869 OR 353-1998 | BLDG. 1172 |

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353-6610 For a free ride home.

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