DINING

ENTERTAINMENT & DINING

ALL WELCOME MEMBERS ONLY

ENLISTED CLUB

227-8820 • Bldg. 2066 /YokotaClubs

DINING

SUNDAY BRUNCH Sundays • 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Charlie T’s $20 Ages 13 & Up, $12 Ages 6–12, Free for Ages 5 & Under Limited seating. To-go service available.

MEMBERSHIP APPRECIATION BREAKFAST TO-GO Mon • 5 Oct • 6:30–9:30 a.m. Members: Free Nonmembers: $10 Ages 13 & Up, $4 Ages 6–12, Free for Ages 5 & Under *Charlie T’s will be closed for breakfast in support of this event.

EVENTS

LUCKY 7 BINGO Sun • 4 & 18 Oct • 5 p.m.* BINGO Tuesdays • 7 p.m.* Sun • 11 & 25 Oct • 5 p.m.* *Cards go on sale one hour before the game begins.

Butcher’s Choice

Thu • 22 Oct • 5–9 p.m.

Chico’s Chop House

Reservations Recommended

OFFICERS’ CLUB

225-8526 • Bldg. 31 /YokotaClubs

DINING

PRIME RIB NIGHT Thu • 15 Oct • 5–9 p.m. Chico’s Chop House 14-Ounce: $23 16-Ounce: $24 Reservations Recommended

EVENTS

OPEN MIC NIGHT Sat • 17 Oct • 6–10 p.m. Adults Only Looking to perform? Call the Officers’ Club to sign up.

TACOS N TRIVIA Thursdays • 6–8:30 p.m. Members: $8; Nonmembers: $10 Includes: Taco Bar* Adults Only

*Available from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

ALL RANKS

STATE ADMISSION DINNER Wed • 7 Oct • 5–9 p.m. Charlie T’s & Chico’s Chop House Nevada driver’s license holders receive a free dinner up to a $10 value.

ENLISTED CLUB MEMBERS

All events listed below may only be attended by enlisted personnel and their families.

FAMILY MEMBERSHIP DINNER TO-GO* Wed • 28 Oct • 5–7 p.m. Free *Charlie T’s will be closed for dinner in support of this event.

FRIDAY SOCIAL HOUR Fridays • 4:30–6 p.m. Free Limited seating. To-go service available.

OFFICERS’ CLUB MEMBERS

All events listed below may only be attended by officer personnel and their families.

FAMILY MEMBERSHIP DINNER TO-GO* Wed • 28 Oct • 4–6 p.m. Free *Chico’s will be closed from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. in support of this event. They will reopen at 6 p.m. for dinner.

FRIDAY SOCIAL HOUR Fridays • 5–7 p.m. Free • Adults Only

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TROUT FISHING AT SHISHIDOME

HORIZONS OCTOBER 2020 Let’s go fishing! With 17 acres of land, you’re not likely to get bored at the Berry Park Fish On in Shishidome. Fish at one of the two lakes, Lake Kadome and Pine Lake, or enjoy the peace and quiet of nature as you fish along the babbling stream within the forested area.

There’s plenty of fish to catch too. What you’re likely to reel in depends on the season, but common catches include rainbow trout, cherry salmon, white-spotted char, brown trout, tiger trout and rock trout. Take up to 20 fish home with you for some deliciously fresh eating. New to fishing? Outdoor Recreation has you covered with handson lessons so you can learn how to cast a fishing line and reel in your dinner. They also provide all of the necessary fishing equipment including ice chests to store your fish in.

TWO TRIPS AVAILABLE!

Sat • 10 Oct • 6 a.m.–5:30 p.m. $90 → $10 Ages 13 & Up, $60 → $5 Ages 7–12 Sign up by 6 Oct Sun • 22 Nov • 6 a.m.–5:30 p.m. $90 → $10 Ages 13 & Up, $60 → $5 Ages 7–12 Sign-Up: 23 Oct–19 Nov Includes: Transit, Fishing Rod & Reel, Lures, License & Lesson

Stop by the Outdoor Recreation FrontDesk to sign up.

SPORTS & RECREATION

OUTDOOR RECREATION

225-4552 • Bldg. 564 /YokotaOutdoorRec /Yokota.ODR

OCTOBER

DOWNHILL MOUNTAIN BIKING AT FUJITEN Sat • 3 Oct • 7 a.m.–3 p.m. $50 → $10 Ages 13 & Up Sign up by 2 Oct Includes: Transit, Lift Ticket, Play Fee & Guide

CANOEING AT ARIMA DAM Sun • 4 Oct • 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. $35 → $10 Ages 12 & Up Sign up by 2 Oct Includes: Transit, Equipment, Paddling Lesson & Guide All participants must be able to swim.

TWO-DAY BACKPACKING TRIP ON MT. KINPU Sun–Mon • 11–12 Oct Depart: 6 a.m., Return: 4 p.m. $60 Ages 20 & Up Sign up by 4 Oct Includes: Transit, Tent & Sleeping Pad Rental, Tent Ground Fee & Guide

PARAGLIDING Sat • 17 Oct • 5:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. $120 → $25 Ages 13 & Up Sign up by 13 Oct Includes: Transit, Tandem Jump & Insurance All participants must weigh between 90 and 220 pounds.

TWO TRIPS AVAILABLE!

HIKING TO VIEW DIAMOND FUJI Sun • 18 Oct • 11 a.m.–9 p.m. $30 → $5 Ages 13 & Up Sign up by 15 Oct Includes: Transit & Guide Sat • 31 Oct • 12–9 p.m. $30 → $5 Ages 13 & Up Sign-Up: 1–27 Oct Includes: Transit & Guide TASTE OF TOUR DE TAMA MOUNTAIN BIKING Sun • 25 Oct • 12–4:30 p.m. $10 Ages 7 & Up Sign up by 22 Oct Includes: Transit & Guide

NOVEMBER

FOREST ADVENTURE ROPES COURSE Sat • 7 Nov • 7 a.m.–3 p.m. $50 → $10 Ages 9 & Up Sign-Up: 8 Oct–3 Nov Includes: Transit, Play Fee & Safety Equipment PARAGLIDING Sun • 8 Nov • 5:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. $120 → $25 Ages 13 & Up Sign-Up: 9 Oct–6 Nov Includes: Transit, Tandem Jump & Insurance All participants must weigh between 90 and 220 pounds. CYCLING AT YAMANAKA LAKE Wed • 11 Nov • 11 a.m.–8 p.m. $30 → $10 Ages 13 & Up Sign-Up: 13 Oct–8 Nov Includes: Transit, Insurance & Guide

TOUR DE TAMA XLV Sat • 14 Nov • 7 a.m.–1 p.m. $45 Ages 13 & Up Sign-Up: 15 Oct–10 Nov Includes: Entry Fee, Race Coordination & Lunch

AUTUMN COLORED LEAVES

HIKING Sat • 21 Nov • 7 a.m.–3 p.m. $25 → $5 Ages 13 & Up Sign-Up: 22 Oct–17 Nov Includes: Transit & Guide

CURLING & KARUIZAWA PRINCE SHOPPING PLAZA Thu • 26 Nov • 8 a.m.–6 p.m. $55 → $10 Ages 5 & Up Sign-Up: 27 Oct–17 Nov Includes: Transit & Play Fee GO-KARTING AT AUTO PARADISE GOTEMBA Sat • 28 Nov • 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. $90 → $10 Ages 18 & Up Sign-Up: 29 Oct–20 Nov Includes: Transit & Go-Karting Fee All participants must be 59 inches (150 centimeters) or taller.

RecOn discount for eligible participants.

Explore all upcoming trips at YokotaFSS.com/ODR.

All rental equipment must be reserved in advance.

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TAMA HILLS RECREATION AREA

Reservations/Lodging • 227-5230 Recreation • 227-5248

SPECIALS

RENDEZVOUS FOR TWO Wednesdays & Thursdays Starting at $92/Night Includes: Four-Course Meal & Stay in the Tama Lodge King Suite Save big on this romantic special. Enjoy a four-course gourmet dinner-for-two and a bottle of champagne followed by a stay in Tama Lodge’s king suite. A great way to celebrate any occasion.

EVENTS

TAMATTACK PAINTBALL Sat • 10 Oct • 9 a.m.–3 p.m. • $5 Bring your own equipment or rent everything for just $10 more. Tama also schedules private games. Visit YokotaFSS.com/Tama for more details.

Full Moon Hike

Fri–Sun • 29–31 Oct Tama Hills • Free Try something different for Halloween this year. Take a self-guided hike through Tama Hills during the harvest moon, or “tsukimi.” Stop by Tama Lodge or Outdoor Recreation for a sticker and map.

Tsukimi Celebration

1–31 Oct • Kiji Restaurant Sample traditional Japanese cuisine and sake specials. Sake flights are also available.

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GOLF

Tama Hills Golf Course • 042-374-2811 Yokota Golf Center • 225-8815 /TamaHillsGolfCourse

TAMA HILLS GOLF COURSE

HOLIDAY SALE Fri–Mon • 9–12 Oct Get 10% to 30% off select items.

YOKOTA GOLF CENTER

PGA JUNIOR LEAGUE $75/Year • Ages 6–16 Includes: Lessons, a Bucket of Golf Balls a Day & Tournaments Come join the team! Children of all skill levels welcome. Lessons are held every Thursday evening. Sign up at the Yokota Golf Center, or call for more information.

Mondays & Thursdays • 5, 8, 15, 19 & 22 Oct • 5–6:15 p.m. Yokota Golf Center • $99/Five Lessons

Receive professional golf instructions with fellow beginner- and intermediate-level golfers in a small-group setting. Pay just $60 more to get a brand new set of golf clubs! Call Yokota Golf Center for more information or to reserve your spot.

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LAURA LINDBERG’S JOB IS FAR FROM CONVENTIONAL. WHILE MOST OF US SPEND OUR WORK HOURS SITTING BEHIND A DESK, LAURA SPENDS HERS SITTING ON TOP OF HORSES AT TAMA STABLES.

It took years for Laura to turn her favorite pastime into a career. Her horseback riding journey began at the young age of 3 when she rode her neighbor’s horse for the first time. Laura’s mom took notice of her daughter’s fascination with the gentle giants and signed her up for lessons at a nearby stable. Laura rode on and off throughout her childhood and competed in dressage shows and some lowerlevel jumping competitions during her teenage years. After high school, when it came time to decide between a regular career versus a career with horses, Laura chose to take the “normal” career path and attend college. During her last year of school, she completed an internship in Japan and, upon landing a job, decided to stay. After working a typical 9-to-5 information technology (IT) job in Japan for a couple of years, she eventually realized working with horses was where she belonged. It took a lot of work for Laura to become a horseback riding instructor, as the testing to obtain an equine instructor certification in Japan is rigorous. Laura had to complete a practical riding test, interview and written exam all in Japanese — her second language. After much preparation, Laura passed the test and, to this day, still considers it to be her biggest achievement in horse riding. She’s been teaching at Tama for two years now and loves witnessing her students’ improvement and seeing riders enjoy the sport. For Laura, a typical day at the stables starts at 8 a.m. with feeding the horses, changing out their water buckets and mucking out the stalls. The rest of her day is spent teaching lessons or leading trail and pony rides with barn chores sprinkled in between. It’s often busy at the stables, but when she finds the time, she’s quick to jump on a horse and take part in her favorite sport. But you don’t have to be an expert rider to jump in the saddle at Tama. Even those who have never been near a horse are welcome to hop on and enjoy a trail or pony ride or even take lessons. Laura has found that many beginners’ hesitancy stems from fear, but she encourages them to push past their fears and just “have fun, see how it is and see how you like it.” Rest assured you are in good hands with well trained horses and experienced riders like Laura.

◀ WHAT IS DRESSAGE? Laura describes dressage as a synchronized dance — an intricate performance that takes years to master. It’s a team sport that requires mutual respect from both rider and horse. Laura explains that during the best moments in dressage, “The horse is really feeling you, listening to your smallest aids.” It’s an elaborate show that Laura seems to perform effortlessly as she glides across the arena performing advanced dressage movements that require precision and experience on the rider’s part and athleticism from the horse.

TAMA’S HORSES HAVE THEIR OWN UNIQUE PERSONALITIES AND SKILL-SETS. ONE THING THEY ALL SHARE IN COMMON: THEIR EXPERIENCE AND THOROUGH TRAINING MAKE THEM IDEAL FOR ALL TYPES OF STUDENTS FROM BEGINNER TO EXPERIENCED RIDERS.

JERO AGE: 19 Jero is a thoroughbred gelding who, in spite of his stubborn demeanor, is a wonderful lesson horse for all levels. Jero loves to eat and can sometimes get grumpy when disturbed. A slow starter but a wonderful ride once he’s warmed up and ready to go.

MY TIBER AGE: 16 My Tiber is a thoroughbred gelding ideal for beginner riders. Tiber also excels in dressage and is a calm, smooth ride for first-time trail riders. My Tiber holds a special place in Laura’s heart as she completed the intensive equine instructor certification’s practical riding test on him. MAKANI AGE: 7 Don’t let this thoroughbred’s young age fool you — Makani is a sweetheart and favorite among the stable’s more advanced riders because of his youthful energy. Makani was once a racehorse, but his true passion is jumping.

BITS & PIECES AGE: 20 Bits offers the whole package as he is used in multiple disciplines including dressage, jumping and trail riding. Bits is cute with a bit of attitude and sometimes likes to test the student riders during lessons. His impeccable barn manners and calm demeanor make him a barn favorite among students and beginners. Bits is Laura’s go-to horse for riding competitions.

USHIWAKAMARU AGE: 12 Meet everyone’s favorite little guy at Tama Stables! Ushi is very calm and tolerant making him ideal for pony rides. He is named after a legendary samurai warrior and his name loosely translates to “little but brave.” This adorable pony will surely steal your heart.

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