Commander Thoughts

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Happy Fall, Y’all!

The hot temperatures are slowly fading away, and it’s beginning to look like Fall around Maxwell-Gunter! While we had an incredible summer season, Fall brings new energy and excitement for family fun, holiday parties and down time during school breaks. While everyone has experienced some level of uncertainty surrounding the current public health emergency, as the Commander of the 42d Force Support Squadron I want to assure you that we will continue to provide outstanding events, programs and services for our Airmen/Guardians, families, retirees and civilians through this Fall and holiday season.

Our calendar is full of fun things for families to enjoy together. Check out Pirate Palooza at Fam Camp and Fall Fest at Maxwell Club & Event Center in October. Both events are held outside and will feature fun and games for all ages. Santa’s Winter Wonderland in December brings a little magic to the holidays for children and adults.

For a fun day trip, check out the Birmingham Ghost Tour, the outing to Penton Farms, and the trip to the Wellborn Muscle Car Museum offered through Outdoor Recreation. While transportation is not offered due to Covid-19 restrictions, our group will caravan and enjoy time exploring and shopping at these Alabama attractions.

If you’re looking for a longer get-away, now is the perfect time for a quiet retreat where you can enjoy beautiful scenery at the beach or lake. Lake Martin and Mid-Bay Shores recreation areas are offering winter rates for daily, weekend and weekly reservations. You can also book now for spring break and other dates in 2022. Outdoor Recreation has everything you might need for camping, boating, and exploring, too. You can see the list of available items for rent at www.lifeatthemax.us .

There’s always something fun going on at Maxwell Bowling and Gunter Lanes, especially the holiday parties for kids and adults. There will be holiday fun at Lake Martin this year, too, including a turkey trot run through the park area. If running isn’t your favorite fitness activity, try out Zombie Zumba at Maxwell Fitness, or book a tee time for the Par-3 golf tournament and the Glow Ball Tournament at Cypress Tree Golf Course.

Best wishes for a fun, happy and healthy Fall and holiday season! We look forward to serving you!

-Maj Jenny Stewart

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