USAG: FORT WAINWRIGHT VOLUME 3, ISSUE 1 | January 2016
http://wainwright.armymwr.com/ Directorate of Family & Morale, Welfare & Recreation
January 20 Skating with Ice Dogs January 30 Chena Bend Golf Lodge Grand Opening
CHENA BEND GOLF LODGE
GRAND OPENING
January 30, 2016
1pm to 5 pm
Refreshments, DJ, Prizes and Pro-Shop Deals
Check out our new programs Snow Shoes and Cross Country Ski Rentals Golf Simulators Demonstrations and Lessons
For more information call the Pro Shop 353-6223 or like us on Facebook or visit wainwright.armymwr.com
SEASON PASS
Dept. of Defense (DoD)
Non-DoD
Family (up to 4)** Adult (18yo and up) Youth (7-17yo) PARK HOPPER Family Upgrade PARK HOPPER Adult/Youth Upgrade DAILY PASS
$685 $335 $260 Add $110 Add $85 Dept. of Defense Half Day (DoD) $30 $24 $25 $20 Add $10 Dept. of Defense Half Day (DoD) $15 $12 $10 $8 Dept. of Defense Half Day (DoD) $15 $12 $10 $8 Dept. of Defense (DoD) $30 $30 $25 $20 $26 Dept. of Defense (DoD) $21 $21 $17 $14 $18 Dept. of Defense (DoD) $70 $50
Sorry unavailable $440 $330 Sorry unavailable Add $110
Dates to be Announced
Dept. of Defense (DoD)
Non-DoD
Teens & Children 3 Day Camps
$125
$135
**2 Adults and 2 Children under 18
Half Day: 12-4pm or 3:30-7:30pm
Adult Youth PARK HOPPER TUBING HILL ONLY (Sat & Sun)
Half Day: 1-4pm or 4-7pm
Adult Youth BUNNY HILL ONLY
Half Day: 12-4pm or 3:30-7:30pm
Adult Youth FULL-DAY EQUIPMENT RENTAL Snowboard & Boots Alpine Ski System Boots Only Board/Skis Only Youth Ski or Snowboard Package HALF-DAY EQUIPMENT RENTAL Snowboard & Boots Alpine Ski System Boots Only Board/Skis Only Youth Ski or Snowboard Package LESSONS Private Group LESSON DAY CAMP
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Non-DoD
Half Day
$38 $28 Add $15
$31 $23
Non-DoD
Half Day
$20 $12 Non-DoD
$16 $10 Half Day
$20 $12 Non-DoD $38 $38 $28 $23 $32 Non-DoD $26 $26 $20 $16 $25 Non-DoD $80 $60
$16 $10
The Ski Hill Closes at -20 Degrees for your safety. 3
PFC ICE RINK OPEN HOUSE
JAN 20th 6pm-8pm
Come Skate with the Ice Dogs
FREE OPEN SKATING
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Get your favorite players picture & autograph
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Door Prizes For more information, call& 353-7223. Giveaways
E L 2015 - 2016 DU E ICE H C S SKATING
December 21, 2015 - January 4, 2016 1:30 - 4 p.m. daily Closed on December 25th and January 1st
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Normal prices with the exception of December 24th and 31st Free skate rentals .
WARRIOR ZONE EVENTS ARE FREE. MUST BE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OLD AND A DOD CARD HOLDER
PHONE: 353-1087 BLDG 3205 SANTIAGO AVE
BOARD GAME NIGHT EVERY SUNDAY 12-9 PM BOARD GAMES WITH FRIENDS.
EVERY MONDAY MOVIE MARATHON THE MOVIES OF THE WEEK WILL BE POSTED IN THE GAME ROOM 5 PM, 7 PM AND 9 PM
EVERY TUESDAY TRIVIA! 7 PM COMPETE WITH OTHER TEAMS FOR PRIZES. THREE ROUNDS OF TEN QUESTIONS. MAXIMUM TEAMS OF 5.
Paint
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$45
Call 353-7755 for more information. Open to all DoD card holders 21 and over. No children allowed. Pre-registration is required. REGISTRATION ENDS ON 28 JAN.
ALL WINE WILL BE PROVIDED, OUTSIDE WINE IS NOT ALLOWED
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Outdoor Recreation’s January Trips
INTRO TO BELAY
January 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th 5:30-7pm Location: Outdoor Rec Price: Free
BUDDY CLIMB
January 6th, 13th, 20th 27th, 11am-7pm Location: Outdoor Rec Price: $4 per person with a buddy
DOLLAR CLIMB
January 8th 11am-7pm Location: Outdoor Rec Price: $1 per person
CLIMBING SKILLS CLINIC January 8th 5:30-7:30pm Location: Outdoor Rec Price: $10
SNOWMACHINE SAFETY COURSE
January 9th, 30th Morning: 9am-12pm & Afternoon: 1pm-4pm Location: The ODR Price: $15
LEAD CLIMBING SKILLS CLINIC
January 15th 5:30-7:30pm Location: Outdoor Rec Price: $10
CHENA PUMP HOUSE RIVER SKI
January 16th 10am-5pm Location: Tanana/Chena River Price: $25
FAMILY ICE FISHING January 16th 9am Location: Outdoor Rec Price: $25
**Alaskan Fishing License Required!
FAMILY SURVIVAL SERIES: SNOWSHOE AND GEOCACHE January 19th 5:30-7:30pm Location: Glass Park Price: $10
FAMILY NIGHT ICE CLIMB
January 22nd 5:30-8pm Location: UAF Ice Wall Price: $15
WHITE MOUNTAINS SNOWMACHINE TRIP January 23rd 8am-5pm Location: Outdoor Rec Price: $80
FATBIKING TO HOODOO BREWERY
BIRCH LAKE ICE FISHING
January 29th 5pm-8pm Location: ODR to Hoodoo Brewing Price: $20 (Beer not included)
ICE CLIMBING
WOMEN IN THE WILDERNESS: ICE CLIMING
January 2nd 8am-5pm Location: Outdoor Rec Price: $45 January 2nd 8am-6pm Location: Fox Creek or Dragonfly Falls Price: $50
January 30th 8am-6pm Location: Fox or Dragonfly Falls Price: $50
GO. EXPLORE.
For Complete Trip Details and to Reserve Your Spot, Call us at 361-6349 or stop by the Outdoor Recreation Center, Bldg. 4050. 6
Fatbiking
to Hoodoo Brewery January 29 5 p.m - 8 p.m. $20 per person
5 miles along the Chena River, downtown Fairbanks and Pioneer Park to the Hoodoo Brewery
GO. EXPLORE. Join us as we hop on our brand new fat bikes (fat tired bikes made for travel in snow) and peddle 5 miles along the Chena River, downtown Fairbanks and Pioneer Park to the Hoodoo Brewery. After we have visited and spent a little time at the local brewery ODR staff will shuttle all participants in a vehicle back to Outdoor Rec. Transportation, instruction/guides, and bikes are included. Participants must be 21 at the time of reservation and pay for their own beer. For Complete Trip Details and to Reserve Your Spot, Call us at 361-2175/361-2652 or stop by the Outdoor Recreation Center, Bldg. 4050. 7
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BLUE NOSE LEAGUES! THE DEEP FREEZE IS ON !!! WE HAVE THREE 10 WEEK LEAGUES. GET OUT OF THE HOUSE AND INTO SOME FUN! WOMEN’S DOUBLES
WED, 6:30 PM JAN 6TH - MAR 9TH
9-PIN NO-TAP:
THURS, 6:30 PM JAN 7TH - MAR 10TH
YOUTH BAG AND BALL LEAGUE
TEAMS ARE ONE ADULT AND ONE YOUTH. SUNDAYS, 1 PM JAN 10TH - MAR 13TH. Youth receives bag and ball when league is paid in full. Measuring and drilling fee not included.
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WINTER CLASSES AT MELAVEN FITNESS CENTER INTERVAL CONDITIONING** Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays, 11:30 a.m. Class Fee: $3 per class BASIC STRENGTH & CONDITIONING** Tuesday, Thursday, 4:15 p.m. 5:15 p.m. Class Fee: $3 per class
STRENGTH & CONDITIONING** Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays 14:15 p.m., 5:15 p.m., 6:15 p.m. Class Fee: $3 per class STRENGTH & CONDITIONING ORIENTATION** Tuesday: 6:15 p.m., Thursday: 12 p.m.
MELAVEN PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 353-1994.
WINTER CLASSES AT THE PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER HOUR OF POWER: GROUP STRENGTH** Tuesdays & Thursdays: 12 to 12:45 p.m. Class Fee: $3 per class
GROUP CYCLING** Tuesdays and Thursdays: 9:30a.m. and 5 p.m. Saturdays: 10 a.m.
SPORTS & FITNESS All events are held in Building 3709. For more information, call 353-7223. Visitand usactivities at http://wainwright.armymwr.com/
POST FITNESS CENTER
ICE RINK
Sc hedule Effective October 1, 2015
During the month of January (starting January 9) the volleyball net will be up at the PFC Gymnasium for recreational play on Saturdays and Sundays.
OPEN RECREATIONAL ICE SKATING • Monday - Thursday ...................................11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. • Friday ..................................................................5:30 - 7:45 p.m. • Saturday, Sunday, Holidays, School Breaks ............. 1:30 - 4 p.m. • Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day .........CLOSED
ADMISSION - OPEN RECREATIONAL SKATING AGE INDIVIDUAL DAILY FEE • 4 years & under ......................................................................FREE • 5 - 17 years .......................................................................... $2.50 • Adults ................................................................................... $3.50 • Family of 4 or more ............................................................. $8.00 • Skate Rental (pair) ................................................................ $1.50
LUNCH HOUR SKATING
($1.50 skating fee plus skate rental)
• Monday and Wednesday 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m............. Open Skate • Tuesday and Thursday 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. ..............Stick Hockey • Holiday and School Breaks ....................................... CANCELLED (Authorized DoD ID cardholders/ No guests)
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ICE RINK RENTAL The ice rink is available to rent for birthday parties, hockey, unit parties and other group skating activities. Reservations must be made in advance.
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REC HOCKEY
• Sunday ..................................................................... 4:15 - 6 p.m. • Fee..........................................................$3.50 daily, goalies free
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Ice Climbing January 23rd February 20th Cost: $25 Max 8 registration deadline: 8 Jan and 5 Feb
January 15-18 February 12-15 Open to all BOSS Soldiers (Single/Single with Dependants/Geobachelors) Limited space available. A memo is required. Cost $25, Transportation and Lodging included. For more information find your BOSS rep or contact BOSS at 907.353.7648
Open to all BOSS Soldiers (Single/Single with Dependants/Geobachelors) Transportation included and gear included. Limited slots available. For more information find your BOSS rep or contact BOSS at 907.353.7648
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ARMY FAMILY COVENANT: Keeping the Promise
Newcomer’s Orientation
Birch Lake Ice Fishing January 9th March 19th
Meet the people who are going to help you have fun and maximize your assignment at Fort Wainwright.
WHERE:
Last Frontier Community Activity Center, Bldg. 1044
WHEN:
9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. JAN 13, 2016 JAN 27, 2016
SOME TOPICS COVERED: • Pet care • Summer and winter activities • Cultural awareness • Wildlife safety and more! Civilian attire is recommended and families are highly encouraged to attend.
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 353-7298.
Cost: $25 Registration Deadline:
15 Dec. Max 10. 4 March
Open to all BOSS Soldiers
(Single/Single with Dependants/Geobachelors)
Transportation and gear included. Valid fishing license is required For more information find your BOSS rep or contact BOSS at 907.353.7648
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YOUTH VOLLEYBALL REGISTRATION
school age center
BGCA FINE ARTS EXHIBITS
SEASON DATES: 19 January - 12 March. For any questions regarding Volleyball, please call 907-353-7482.
January 7-11, 2016 0700 - 1730 at the school age Center 4166 Neely Road
For a full CYSS Registration, please bring: current shot record, DoD ID card, 2 emergency contacts, and a current sports physical. For more information on registration call 907-353-7713.
Volleyball 5 to 14 yrs
$55
Registration Dates 23 November - 12 December
children will develop photos for display throughout the facility, and compete in the annual BGCA Fine art competition. Call 361-9051 for more information
VOLLEYBALL CAMP: 16 January at Youth Center, BLDG 4109 5-9 yrs 900-1030 10-14 yrs 1030-1200 PARENTS MEETING: 1800-1900 13 January at Youth Center, BLDG 4109
LOCATION: Youth Center
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MOOSERCISE
18 MONTHS - 36 MONTHS Monday & Wednesdays 10 - 10:45 am or Tuesdays & Thursdays 5 to 5:45 pm 3 YEARS - 5 YEARS Mondays & Wednesdays 11 - 11:45 am or Tuesdays & Thursdays 6 to 6:45 pm
Sessions located at the SKIES Unlimited Lower Level in BLDG 1045 $45/Month
Exciting and energetic exercise program available to promote your child’s physical fitness in a fun and safe environment.
Any questions regarding this program, please call (907) 353-7482 or (907) 590-2010
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Art Martial Fun Classes Classes Arts Classes
SIGN UP TODAY!
To register, call 353-7713. For information on specific classes, call 353-3220.
SKIES is for ages 2 yrs to 18 yrs
To register, call 353-7713. For information on specific classes, call 353-3220.
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SIGN UP FOR CLASSES TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE!
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Wednesd ling ay 2-5 yr olds s 11 - 12 p. m. $40 per m onth
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BEGINN ING DRAWIN G & PAINTI NG $50
TAEKWOND O CLAS $60/MONTH SES Mon & Fri, 4:3 Meets at Yo 0-5:30 p.m. uth Center
MOMMY & ME LEARN TO SEW! $45
Saturday 10:30-11 s: :30 a.m.
Saturdays: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
ITED & SKIES UNLIMNTER YOUTH CE S
FREE CLASSE
offered Learn to Sew 4-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays Painting and g win Dra p.m. Fridays 4-5:30 Youth Center. Sign up at theLIMITED. SPACE
GLASS MOSAIC/ STAINED GLASS $50
Saturdays: . 3:30-4:30 p.m
SKIES Exploration Tuesdays 1-5 yr olds Noon-12:45 p.m. $45 per month
SKIES UNLIMITED IS LOOKING FOR QUALIFIED INSTRUCTORS IN: Music, Arts & Crafts, Language Skills, Digital Photography, Video Media or other life skills. If you are interested, call 353-3220 for more details.
YOUTH SPORTS REGISTRATIONS • INDOOR ARCHERY
• 8-18 yrs • $45 • Registration Deadline: January 25 - February 5 • Season Dates: 23 March - 20 April
• INTRO TO CROSS COUNTRY SKIING • • • •
Group I: Ages 8-10 Group II: Ages 11-up $35 Registration Deadline: Ends Thursday February 11 to ensure equipment availability. • Season Dates: March 1 to 30
• FLAG FOOTBALL REGISTRATION
• Developmental 3 to 4 yrs • $20 • Registration Deadline: January 25 - February 5 • Season Dates: 21 March - 28 April Location: Youth Center Gymnasium, BLDG 4109 Please make sure your child’s CYSS Registration is up to date prior to this event. For more information please call Youth Sports & Fitness 907-353-7482. For a full CYSS Registration, please bring: current shot record, DoD ID card, 2 emergency contacts, and a current sports physical to Parent Central Services, BLDG 1049, Apt 2. For more information call 907-353-7713.
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ABUSE. SADD
Domestic Violence Victims have options. Call 799-9770. To report incidents of Child or Domestic Abuse, contact 353-7535 (24/7). For Sexual Assault reporting, please call (907)231-7432 (24/7).
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SOLDIERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING
353-6610 For a free ride home.
Military & Family Life Consultants
MFLC
Weekend Hours: Friday and Saturday, 2300 to 0400
Confidential Assistance for short time problem resolution: marriage/relationship stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and other daily life issues.
Also Training and Holiday Weekend Hours
388-2553
Brought to you by Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers.
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Fort Wainwright Family and MWR Facilities
FAMILY AND MWR FACILITIES HOURS OF OPERATION 1 ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE Bldg. 3401, p 353-4227 M-F 0730-1600 Sa-Su Closed Family Resource Center M-F 0800-1600
2 AUTOMOTIVE SKILLS CENTER Bldg. 3730, p 353-7436 M 1130-2030 T-W Closed Th-F 1130-2030 Sa 0900-1730 Su 1130-2030 Tow Service (24/7): 590-1716
3 BIRCH HILL SKI & SNOWBOARD AREA Bldg. 1172, p 353-1998 p 353-6795 F-Su 1200-1930
4 CHENA BEND GOLF COURSE Bldg.2092, p 353-6223 Closed for the Season
5 CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER I (CDC I) Bldg. 4024, p 361-4190 M-F 0600-1800 Sa-Su Closed
6 CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER II (CDC II) Bldg 4176, p 361-9056 Closed
8 FISCHER SKEET RANGE Bldg. 1171, p 353-7869 Call for reservations 353-7688
7 CYSS PARENT CENTRAL SERVICES Bldg. 1049 #2 p 353-7713/7826 M-F 0800-1700 1300-1400 Closed Sa, Su Closed
9 LAST FRONTIER COMMUNITY ACTIVITY CENTER (LFCAC) Bldg. 1044, p 353-7755 M-Th 0800-2000 F 0800-2100 Sa 1300-2100 Su 1300-1800 LASER TAG Th 1500-1900 F 1500-2000 Sa 1300-2000 Su 1300-1700
10 LIBRARY Bldg. 3700, p 353-2642 M-F 1000-1600 Sa, Su Closed Holidays Closed
11 MELAVEN FITNESS CENTER Bldg. 3452, p 353-1994 Mo-Fri: 0500-2030 Sa 1000-1800 Su Closed MELAVEN SWIM CENTER Bldg. 3452, p 353-1994 Tue-Fri 0500-0800 1100-1500 Saturday (Lessons & Lap Swim only) 1145-1230 Open Swim: 1230-1730 Su, M Closed
12 NAF CIVILIAN PERSONNEL Bldg. 1045, p 353-6356 M-F 0730-1130 1230-1600 Sat, Su Closed
15 NUGGET LANES BOWLING CENTER ldg. 3702, p 353-2654 M-T Closed W, Th 1100-2200 F 1100-0100 Sa 1100-0100 Su 1100-2100 GOLD RUSH LOUNGE M-T Closed W-Th 1700-2200 F-Sa 1500-0100 Su 1500-2100 MOTHER LODE CAFE M-T Closed W-Th 1100-1400 1600-2100 F 1100-2300 Sa 1200-2300 Su 1200-2000
16 OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER (ORC) Bldg. 4050, p 361-6349 Tue-Sat 1100-1900 Sun-Mon Closed
17 PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER (PFC) Bldg. 3709, p 353-7223 M-F 0530-2130 Sa, Su 0900-1900 PFC ICE RINK M-Th 1130-1300 Fri: 1730-1945 Sa, Su: 1330-1600
12 PRIVATE ORGANIZATION ADVISOR Bldg. 1045, p 353-7765 M-F 0800-1700 Sa, Su Closed
18 SCHOOL AGE CENTER (SAC) Bldg. 4166, p 361-7394 M-F 0600-1800 Sa-Su Closed
13 SOLDIER FAMILY ASSISTANCE CENTER (SFAC) Bldg. 3414, p 353-7322 M-F 0800-1600 Sa, Su Closed
12 SCHOOL SUPPORT SERVICES Bldg. 1045, Rm. 27 p 353-9377 M-F 0900-1800 Sa-Su Closed
12 UNIT FUNDS Bldg. 1045, p 353-7765 M-F 0800-1700 Sa-Su Closed
19 WARRIOR ZONE Bldg. 3205, p 353-1087 GAMING M-Th 1600-2300 F-Sa 1600-0100 Su 1200-2100 SPORTS BAR M-Th 1700-2230 W Closed F-Sa 1630-0030 Su 1200-2030
20 YOUTH CENTER Bldg. 4109, p 361-5437 M-Fr 1300-1900 Sat, Su Closed \
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YOUTH SPORTS & FITNESS Bldg. 1049 #2 p 353-7482 M-F 0900-1700 Sa, Su Closed
SUPER BOWL COMBINE CHALLENGE 6 FEBRUARY 2016 MELAVEN FITNESS CENTER
ALYESKA SKI TRIP
12 - 15 FEBRUARY 2016 ODR
YUKON QUEST FEBRUARY 2016
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