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Breeze December 2019

Joint Base Charleston

Run fast in the ugliest sweater you have; win a prize Enjoy a leisurely Saturday stroll at the beach on horseback Golf open house one of JB Charleston’s best holiday events Santa’s elves provide helping hand with free toy assembly Plan to take a polar plunge this year into Lake Moultrie

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The Dive activities December’s UFC event Fitness & Sports Centers AB Outdoor Recreation Center Snow skiing trips Golf events Bowling programs

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Facility directories, maps Auto Skills free toy assembly Family Child Care Program Military & Family Readiness Centers Youth Programs Libraries Short Stay Polar Plunge

Arts & Crafts Center

The Breeze magazine is a monthly digital publication designed and produced by the 628th Force Support Squadron Marketing Office. Dates, times, program availability and prices are subject to change without notice. Contact the facility for the latest information. No federal endorsement of sponsors or advertisers is intended or implied. The FSS Marketing Office is located on the Air Base and can be reached at 843-963-3809.

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For a complete listing of events, programs and activities on Joint Base Charleston, visit our website at www.JBCharleston.com. You can also catch us on Facebook at “JBCharleston FSS,” as well as Twitter and Instagram: @628FSS.

FEEDBACK

The 628th Force Support Squadron manages dozens of assets on Joint Base Charleston, from the clubs and golf courses, to the AF Military Personnel Office and youth centers. We value your feedback on these programs. To comment on FSS services, products, facilities or personnel, please log on to www.JBCharleston.com and click on “ICE,” our Interactive Customer Evaluation. Hard copies of the evaluation are also available at each facility.

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If you own a local, regional or nationwide commercial business and would like to have the Joint Base Charleston community learn more about your products and services, you can advertise in the Breeze and its companion public website, www.JBCharleston.com. Ad rates for on-line media are reasonable and competitive. You will be gaining access to more than 90,000 local military, DoD civilians, family members and retirees. Learn how to tap into the Lowcountry’s most dynamic market share by contacting the 628th Force Support Squadron Marketing office at 843-963-3816 or by e-mail at JBCharlestonMarketing@gmail.com.

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The Dive

BAR & GRILL • FLETCHER STREET WEAPONS STATION • 794-4238 Doors open each night at 5 p.m.

Thursday Nights $1.50 Tacos $2 Margaritas

WEDNESDAYS

Local craft beer & wings night • $3 craft beer • 60¢ wings • $2 vodkas

Every Friday night...

Thursday night football

karaoke LIVE MUSIC Dec. 7 • Whiskey Diablo Dec. 21 • Radio Bomb 4 the Breeze December 2019

Dec. 5 - Cowboys vs. Bears Dec. 12 - Jets vs. Ravens

Twisted trivia 7:30 p.m.

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More than 6,000 people “like” us.

Who are you following on Facebook for information on all of the latest J.B. Charleston programs?

Get the timely and accurate information you need from us. Join those in the know and “like” us today.

www.facebook.com/ jbcharlestonfss

Prelims - 8 p.m. • Main Events - 10 p.m.

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Fitness Centers

December Fitness Classes

AIR BASE • 963-3347

YOGA - Monday & Wednesday, 5:45 p.m.; Thursday, 5:15 p.m.; Saturday, 9:30 a.m.

MARTIAL ARTS - (Karate) Monday & Wednesday, 6:45 p.m.; Thursday & Friday, 6:30 p.m.

FUNCTIONAL FITNESS - Monday, Wednesday & Thursday, 6 a.m. & 5 p.m.

DANCE FITNESS - Monday & Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.; Tuesday & Friday, 12 p.m.

INDOOR CYCLING - Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 11:30 a.m.; Tuesday & Thursday, 9 a.m.; Friday, 6 a.m.

MIX IT UP! Monday, 1:30 p.m. - Kinetics (Fitness on Request); Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. - Strength & Conditioning; Wednesday, 9 a.m. - Tabata; Wednesday, 4 p.m. - Intro to Fitness; Thursday, 1:30 p.m. - Kinetics; Friday, 10 a.m. Kinetics; Saturday, 5 p.m. - Kinetics.

All classes, unless otherwise indicated, are free.

24-HOUR ACCESS - Patrons with a valid CAC can register at the Center for 24-hour access.

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WEAPONS STATION • 794-4173

YOGA - Friday, Sunrise Yoga, 9:30 a.m.

MARTIAL ARTS - (Judo/Jujitsu) Monday, Wednesday & Friday - 6:45 p.m.; 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month - Street Survival Jujitsu, 9 a.m.; 2nd, 4th & 5th Saturday of the month, Jujitsu - 9 a.m.

FLEET ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM - (Active duty only) Monday & Wednesday, 5 p.m. ; Tuesday & Thursday, 10:30 a.m.

INDOOR CYCLING - Monday & Tuesday, Virtual Cycling, 5:30 a.m.

MORE GREAT WORKOUTS! - Monday - Friday, Afternoon AMRAP (30 min. class), 12 p.m.; Tuesday & Thursday, Strength-Conditioning (Kid-Friendly), 9:30 a.m.; Tuesday & Thursday, Strength & Conditioning, 5:30 p.m.; Wednesday, Dance Fitness, 5:30 p.m.; Thursday, MIXXEDFIT dance fitness, 6:30 p.m.; Thursday, HITT, 5:30 a.m.; 3rd Saturday of the month at 8 a.m., Boot Camp with trainers.

Unless otherwise indicated, Weapons Station classes are held at Bldg. 725 in the Menriv Mall area.

Classes are free.

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ALPHA WARRIOR COMPETITION FRIDAY, DEC. 13 • 1 P.M. AIR BASE FITNESS CENTER

Proud, local sponsors for this program:

• Open to all DoD cardholders ages 18 & up • Prizes for top male and female times • Register at the front desk • Call (843) 963-3347 for additional information December 2019

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Outdoor Rec Center AIR BASE • 963-1732

Horseback riding on the beach Saturday, December 7 • $45 per person

Ride at a leisurely pace on the pristine beaches of Seabrook Island.

No experience needed. Price includes transportation, all riding safety gear and guide. Two trips will be offered this same day. One leaves the Air Base Outdoor Recreation Center at 7:45 a.m., returning at approximately 1 p.m. The other trip will leave The Dive parking lot on the Weapons Station at 9 a.m., returning around 3:30 p.m. Advance reservations required. Call (843) 963-1672 for more information.

Use these for stocking stuffers, gifts

We have dozens of discount ticket that would make great stocking stuffers or holiday gifts. Discounts on plantation, harbor, carriage and walking tours, including local attractions such as Patriots Point with its Medal of Honor Museum are available. We also offer savings on Myrtle Beach attractions, along with reduced ticket prices for Disney World, Sea World, Busch Gardens and Medieval Times. Check out a complete listing of great ticket deals at our website: JBCharlestonORC.com.

Rent all kinds of stuff from us

Why buy it if you can rent it? The Air Base ORC has a building and a lot full of gear of all shapes, and sizes for your use including jon boats, Bass Tracker boats, kayaks, canoes, water skis, fishing gear and surfboards. Also, we have campers, tents, cooking gear, several sizes of ice chests, back packs and inflatable sleep mattresses, along with charcoal and propane grills and picnic canopies. Check out our entire inventory at JBCharlestonORC.com.

Orlando specials expire this month

Military promotion 2019 discounts for Disney World must be activated by Dec. 16 and cannot be used after Dec. 19.

Universal’s military promotions end Dec. 28.

Call (843) 963-1672 for details.

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Bowling Centers AIR BASE • 963-3315 WEAPONS STATION • 794-7235

Saturday, Dec. 14 Wear an ugly sweater and bowl three hours for just $8 per person each session.

Two start times: 6 p.m. & 9:30 p.m.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Marrington Lanes Weapons Station

When you get a red pin as the head pin on Dec. 7, 14 or 21, inform the front counter and if you strike, you’ll receive a free game of bowling to be used at a later date. Limits one per day per person.

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Air Base

628th Force Support Squadron Joint Base Charleston Area Code for all Air Base facilities is 843

Child Development Center

963-4366

Monday-Friday, 6:30 am - 6 pm

Education Center

963-4575

Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm (Exception - Closes at 11:30 am every third Wednesday of the month for in-house training)

Family Child Care

963-2546 963-2547 (fax)

Monday-Friday, 7 am - 4 pm

Fitness & Sports Center

963-3347

Sunday, 8 am - 3 pm; Monday-Friday, 5 am - 8 pm; Saturday, 9 am - 5 pm; Holiday/family “down days,� 8 am - 3 pm

Gaylor Dining Facility

963-0782/0784

Weekdays: Breakfast, 6-9 am; Lunch, 10:30 am - 1:30 pm; Dinner, 4:30-6:30 pm; Midnight meal, 11 pm - 1 am; Grab-N-Go, 9-10:30 am & 1:30-4:30 pm Weekends/holidays: Breakfast, 6:30-8:30 am; Lunch, 10:30 am - 1:30 pm; Dinner, 4:30-6:30 pm; Midnight meal, 11 pm - 12:30 am; Grab-N-Go, 8:30-10:30 am & 1:30-4:30 pm

Honor Guard

767-2134

Monday-Friday, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Human Resources Office

963-7948

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, 7:30 am - 4 pm Wednesday, 7:30-11 am

Inns of Charleston (Lodging)

963-8000

Continuous operation 24 hours a day

JB Charleston Framing, Engraving & Gifts/Arts & Crafts Center

963-1936

Monday-Friday, 9 am - 5 pm

Library

963-3320

Sunday, 12-5 pm; Monday - Tuesday, 10 am - 7 pm; Wednesday, 10 am - 5:30 pm

Military & Family Readiness Center

963-4406

Monday-Friday, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm or by appointment Discovery (computer) Center - Monday-Friday, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Outdoor Recreation Center/ Information, Tickets and Travel

963-1732/963-1672

Monday-Friday, 9 am - 5 pm

Single Airman Initiative

963-1672

Monday-Friday, 8 am - 5 pm (Located in the Outdoor Rec Center)

Starlifter Lanes Bowling Center

963-3315

Sunday,1-5 pm; Monday-Thursday, 6:30 am - 1:30 pm; Friday, 6:30 am - 1:30 pm & 5-10:30 pm; Saturday, 1-10:30 pm

Wrenwoods Golf Course

963-1833/963-1834

Course hours: 7 am to 5 pm

Youth Programs/Youth Center

963-5684

Office hours: Monday-Friday, 9 am - 6 pm Program hours: (School) Monday-Friday, 2:30-6 pm Program hours: (Summer camp) Monday-Friday, 6:30 am - 6 pm

Base operator - (Commercial) 963-1110 (DSN) 673-1110

Force Support/MWR website: www.JBCharleston.com

Force Support/MWR Facebook: www.facebook.com/jbcharlestonfss

Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, facilities are closed on holidays.

Daily hours of operation are subject to change without notice. Call ahead for most current information.

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Off-Site Force Support Facilities

Redbank Golf Course (Bldg. 290) 794-7802 Sam’s Fitness Center (Bldg. 708) 794-4173 Storm Pointe Conference Ctr (Bldg. 950) 794-7797 Teen Center (Bldg. 788-B) 794-2125 The Dive Bar & Grill (Bldg. 1680) 794-4238 Youth Center (Bldg. 788) 794-7809 Youth Sports Office (Bldg. 788-B) 794-4134

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628th Force Support Squadron Joint Base Charleston Area Code for all Weapons Station facilities is 843

Auto Skills Center

794-7752

Wednesday - Friday, 9 am - 8 pm; Saturday, 8 am - 8 pm

Child Development Center

794-7408 794-4018 (fax)

Monday-Friday, 6:30 am - 6 pm

Cinema One Movie Theater

794-2120

Closed

Cooper River Cafe (SPAWAR)

218-5722

Monday -Friday, 7 am - 2 pm

Eastside Wellness Center

794-7102

Monday-Friday, 6 am - 6 pm

Liberty (Bowman Center)

794-8234

Daily, 10 am - 10 pm (including holidays)

Library

794-7900

Wednesday - Thursday, 9 am - 7 pm; Friday, 9 am - 5:30 pm; Saturday, 12-5 pm

Marrington Bowling Center

794-7235

Sunday, 1-5 pm; Monday, Wednesday & Thursday, 11 am - 1 pm & 5-10 pm; Tuesday, 9 am - 1 pm; Friday, 9 am - 1 pm & 6 pm -12:30 am; Saturday, 6 pm - 12:30 am

Military & Family Readiness Center

794-7480 794-7492 (fax)

Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Outdoor Adventure Center/ Information, Tickets & Travel

794-2120

Monday-Friday, 11 am - 5 pm; Saturday, 10 am - 1 pm

Redbank Club & Catering

794-7797 794-4105 (fax)

Office & Catering information: Tuesday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Lunch Buffet - Tuesday-Friday, 11 am - 1 pm With prior arrangement, catered functions are available everyday.

Redbank Plantation Golf Course

794-7828

Everyday, 6:30 am - dusk (including federal holidays) Fairway Grill: Sunday, 7 am - 1 pm; Monday - Friday, 6:15 am - 1 pm; Saturday, 7 am - 1 pm

Sam’s Fitness Center

794-4173

Sunday, 7 am - 7 pm; Monday-Friday, 5:30 am - 8:30 pm; Saturday, 7 am - 7 pm

Short Stay Outdoor Recreation Area

743-2608

Continuous operation 24 hours a day

The Dive Bar & Grill

794-4238

Wednesday & Thursday, 5 pm - 12 am; Friday & Saturday, 5 pm - 2 am

Youth Programs

794-7809 794-4003 (fax)

Office hours: Monday-Friday, 9 am- 6 pm Program hours: Before School Care, Monday-Friday, 6-8 am After School Care, Monday-Friday, 2-6 pm Program hours: (Summer camp) Monday-Friday, 6 am - 6 pm

Base operator - (Commercial) 963-1110 (DSN) 673-1110

Force Support/MWR website: www.JBCharleston.com

Force Support/MWR Facebook: www.facebook.com/jbcharlestonfss

Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, facilities are closed on holidays.

Daily hours of operation are subject to change without notice. Call ahead for most current information.

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Need an extra hand?

We can help you with your busy schedule by providing hourly child care for children ages 12 months to 5 years old at the Air Base Child Development Center.

Call and reserve your child’s spot up to two weeks in advance. Care is reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Cost is just $5 per hour. Care is available JB Charleston Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Call 963-4366 or stop by for more information.

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Military & Family Readiness Centers

AIR BASE • 963-4406 WEAPONS STATION • 794-7480 December classes & programs BUILDING CREDIT & PAYING OFF DEBIT Learn about the true impact that credit has on your life and the true total cost of your debt. Also discover how only making minimum payments impacts your credit. Other topics include ways to build or increase a credit score and developing an action plan to pay off debt.

Dec. 3, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. AB NNPTC RESILIENCY TRAINING This is the first day/session of Ttrack at NNPTC resilience training. All sessions held at the Weapons Station.

Dec. 3, 10, 17, 20 & 31, 12:30-4 p.m.

RESUME AND COVER LETTERS Attend this session and get the basics to write an effective resume and compelling cover letter.

Dec. 3, 1-3 p.m. WS PREPPING FOR A PCS In conjunction with the Military Personnel Section, this mandatory workshop preps the attendee for orders and provides expert advice from several agencies to help with relocation. Spouses highly encouraged to attend.

Dec. 3, 10 & 17, 2-3:30 p.m. AB DEPLOYMENT/REMOTE TOUR PREPAREDNESS This is a unique and worthwhile session to attend to learn valuable information on how to make that next deployment or remote assignment a success for everyone. Spouses/partners are highly encouraged to attend. All sessions held at the Air Base.

Dec. 3, 10, 17 & 31, 3-4 p.m.

Dec. 5, 12, 19, 24 & 26, 9-10 a.m.

INTERVIEWING FOR SUCCESS Learn about various types of interviews, receive tips and techniques for successful interviewing and how to prepare your “elevator speech!”

Dec. 4, 1-2:30 p.m. WS Dec. 18, 10-11:30 a.m. WS MY NEW SPACE This is a mandatory session for all dorm residents after two years of service or prior to getting married and moving out. Certificates are presented after completion of the class, which are to be given to the

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Dec. 4, 2:30-4 p.m. & Dec. 19, 8-9:30 a.m. AB SMOOTH MOVES These sessions are geared towards military and family members moving out of the local area. In partnership with supporting base agencies, this workshop provides information and resources on what to expect through your move. Attendees will learn how to initiate the movement of their household goods, entitlements and how to access resources at the gaining installation.

Dec. 5, 9-11:30 a.m. WS BUYING YOUR NEW WHEELS Attend this very informative session and learn the techniques and information you need to know to get the best deal on a vehicle. Topics include financing, sales tactics, negotiation techniques and the process of trading in a current vehicle.

Dec. 5, 2:30-3:30 p.m. WS REINTEGRATION BRIEFING This very valuable briefing is for individuals returning from a deployment to help them reintegrate back into family life. Individuals are required to attend one of these sessions within seven days of returning to home station. Session also includes the mandatory voter information brief for all reintegrating members.

All sessions held at the Air Base.

Dec. 5, 12 & 19 - 3-4 p.m.

NAVIGATING FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT Join this workshop and learn how to navigate the USA JOBS website and get your federal job!

Dec. 6 & 19, 1-3 p.m. WS INVESTMENT FLUENCY Attendees will explore investing from an advanced perspective. A basic knowledge of investing will be helpful before attending. Workshop will look at tools of investing, including mutual funds, money market accounts, exchange-traded fund stocks, certificates of deposit, stock, bonds and many others. Discussion will also include investment strategies, asset diversification and tax implications.

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Continued from Page 22 TSP & YOU - RETIRE A MILLIONAIRE Get your questions answered about saving for retirement at this informative session. Learn the ins and outs of the Thrift Savings Plan, including discovering how matching contributions work, how to select contribution elections, Roth vs. traditional savings plans, investment options, index funds and much more.

Dec. 11, 8:30-10 a.m. AB HEARTS APART This event is in appreciation of families of deployed, TDY or remote Team Charleston members.

Dec. 11, 5-7 p.m. AB EMPLOYER PANEL Various employers will serve on a panel to answer industry and interview related questions, with the potential of hiring attendees. All job seekers (active duty military, civilians and spouses) are encouraged to attend. Business professional attire is required and a resume is highly encouraged.

Dec. 12, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. AB Dec. 19, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. WS SPONSORSHIP TRAINING - KICKED UP A NOTCH After you take the mandatory on-line sponsorship training, you should attend this course to add local information that will help you kick your results up a notch and assist you in becoming a “super sponsor!”

Dec. 13, 8-9 a.m. AB

NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS SAVINGS INFO Want a new, financially smarter you this coming new year? Attend this session and we’ll help you prepare short-, mid- and long-term saving goals as part of your New Year’s resolutions. Learn the best techniques for saving so that your stick to these goals throughout the entire year!

Dec. 13, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. AB LINKEDIN WORKSHOP This is an extremely educational, free workshop on developing a comprehensive LinkedIn profile and how to effectively utilize all of the available LinkedIn tools. If you already have a LinkedIn page, this session is a must for you to attend to learn all of the industry secrets to building a more dynamic LinkedIn profile.

Dec. 16, 10-11:30 a.m. AB INVESTING FOR THE BEGINNER Attend this workshop and discover 101 Investing techniques. Topics include the concept of investing, risk vs. reward, assets, portfolio development and most importantly, how to invest.

Dec. 16, 2:30-4 p.m. AB BE RESUME READY! Stop by anytime and learn how to build an effective civilian resume or have an existing resume reviewed to ensure your “resume ready!”

Dec. 17, 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. AB

TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS DISABILITY COMPENSATION CLAIMS A VA rep will cover the disability claims process and provide some individual assistance. Members must sign-up at the Medical Clinic, Records Section no later than the Monday prior to the workshop.

Dec. 2 & 9, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. AB

INITIAL AND PRE-SEPARATION COUNSELING All sessions on the Air Base Tier I - Dec. 4, 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Learn benefits and resource for vets. This is prerequisite to Transition GPS Workshop. Schedule 12/24 months prior to separating/retiring respectively Tier II - Dec. 11, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. This workshop is the initial mandatory individual “Tiered Counseling” followed by the mandatory pre-separation counseling. All members must complete this session no later than 365 days before separation date or retirement.

Tier III - Dec. 18 & 20, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Same description and requirements of Tier II counseling.

TRANSITION GPS WORKSHOP Discover how to transition and become “career ready” with ease! Department of Labor Employment workshop and VA benefits briefing included.

Dec. 9-13, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. AB Dec. 16-20, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. WS

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Youth Programs

Summer Enrichment Camps

AIR BASE • 963-5684 WEAPONS STATION • 794-7809

Breakfast with Santa Saturday, Dec. 14 AB Youth Center

Co-hosted with JB Charleston libraries Call for reservations by Dec. 5. Bring your camera for pictures with Santa.

Call (843) 963-5684 to sign-up or for more details.

Festival of Lights trip Friday, Dec. 6 • 6:30-10 p.m.

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Library Events AIR BASE • 963-3320 WEAPONS STATION • 794-7900

Free Family Movie Night Friday, Dec. 6 • 6 p.m.

Air Base Library

THE POLAR EXPRESS Popcorn and drinks will be served Call either library to sign-up or for more information

Story Hour with Santa Sing carols, read “T’was the Night Before Christmas,” make a holiday craft, and enjoy a visit from Santa and his elves Tuesday, Dec. 17 • 10 a.m.

Air Base library Thursday, Dec. 19 • 9:30 a.m.

Weapons Station library Call either library for more information

Preteen Book Club Sunday, Dec. 15 • 2 p.m. Air Base Library Bring your favorite books to share and discuss while enjoying hot chocolate, muffins, and a “coffee house” experience.

For more information or to register, call either library.

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SKEET AND TRAP RANGE Open Tuesday, Saturday & Sunday 1 p.m. to dusk

Shooters supply their own guns, shells and hearing protection Shot size: 7½, 8 or 9 Call the range at 963-6137 or the ORC for more info.

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