Fort Wainwright Bear in Review

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28 >> DID YOU KNOW?

22 >> A NEW APPROACH

14 >> NEW PROGRAMS

34 >> SAVE THE DATE

It is my great pleasure and honor to serve as YOUR Family and Morale, Welfare & Recreation (FMWR) Director at Fort Wainwright. Our goals in FY10 were to bring our customers enhanced programming and take care of your Families, while staying within the budget and guidelines of the Army.

The BEAR in review was developed to give you a “stock holders” report of what was actually accomplished within the FMWR programs and a greater understanding of who we are. We consider each customer (Soldier, Civilian, Retiree or Family Member) a stock holder.

Each dollar of profit in Fort Wainwright FMWR programs is reinvested here in our organization to provide better service and more modern facilities for you. The following pages will give you a view of what was accomplished in the way of programming, how many customers were served and where the improvements are being made.

Many of the new programs were developed based on suggestions from you, our customers. Each and every ICE comment card is reviewed by me. The FMWR staff has also worked this year to develop various partnerships with businesses and organizations of Fairbanks and Seward, leading to enhanced events for you.

We thank each and every one of you for your continued support and look forward to an amazing 2011. As you travel throughout the world I encourage you to make FMWR your “First Choice”.

Mary Jo “MJ” LohrenzDirector, FMWR

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EVENTS

FUN RUNS ANDTHE ARMY TEN MILER

Fun Runs:81 runnersArmy Ten Miler:73 runners

Fort Wainwright hosted two Family Fun Runs and the Army Ten Miler qualifying run to promote Family health and fitness, camaraderie among Soldiers, and a healthy competition for all participants. T-shirts were given to all entrants and trophies were awarded to the top finishers in each male and female age category.

>> BEAR IN REVIEW: A LOOK BACK IN FY10

Our 3-day Alaskan version of the “X-games” where over 1,600 people attended the March Madness extravaganza. Activities included:

• Iron Man race• Rail Jam• Soap Box Derby• Snow Surf Challenge• bonfire & S’mores

Photo courtesy by Fort Wainwright PAO.

MARCH MADNESS

LADD 70TH ANNIVERSARY AND COMMUNITY CELEBRATION

Soldiers, Families and the Fairbanks community celebrated the 70th Anniversary and historical significance of Ladd Airfield. There was entertainment for all ages including a kid’s fun zone, live music and other entertainment. Photos courtesy by Fort Wainwright PAO.

• Kid’s Fun Zone• stryker, helicopter, aircraft displays• smoke jumpers, military working dogs, FWA Fire Dept.• air ground demos by 16th CAB and 1/25• WWII aircraft, vehicles, uniforms, and equipment displays.

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2010 LADD Airfield Anniversary

Fort Wainwright, Alaska


MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD CARNIVAL (MOMC)This month long celebration of military children concluded with MOMC Carnival to provide fun family activities that parents, children and siblings could do together. More than 1,000 children and adults attended featuring dress-up photos, program information, arts and crafts, birdhouse and planter building, a speed and agility obstacle course, clowns and balloons, and a teen fashion show.

Photos courtesy by Fort Wainwright PAO.

BETTER OPPORTUNITIES FOR SINGLE SOLDIERS (B.O.S.S.)

Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers is a program that supports the overall quality of life for single and unaccompanied Soldiers through:

• community involvement (3,744 volunteer hours)• Big Brothers/Big Sisters partnership• recreational/leisure activities• hosted various events including the annual FMWRC B.O.S.S. conference• Soldiers Against Drunk Driving S.A.D.D. (call 353-6610)• Fairbanks Resource Agency

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SUPER BOWL PARTYAT THE WARRIOR ZONESoldiers enjoyed the annual Super Bowl party at the Warrior Zone. The game was featured on the big screen and the 15 high definition televisions around the facility. Free food, and door prizes were given throughout the game along with one lucky winner receiving the grand prize recliner.

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EVENTS

Delegates from the Army community identify well-being and quality of life issues. This event allowed Soldiers, Families, Youth, DA Civilians and Retirees to inform their leaders about what is/isn’t working, and ways to improve the local community.


ARMY FAMILY ACTION PLAN

Next AFAP:March 31


Soldiers, leaders, Family members and supporters celebrated Fort Wainwright’s volunteers April 20 at the Southern Lights Chapel during the 2010 Volunteer Recognition Ceremony.


VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION CEREMONY

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Fort Wainwright’s official kick-off of the holiday season offered many activities including pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus, various children’s games, family building activities, free ice skating, performances, and other entertainment.


TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION

EVENTS

Next celebration:December 2, 2011


Nearly 1,500 rockers enjoyed the multi-platinum rock bands featuring “Drowning Pool” and Alaska based “Static Cycle”. This event helped unite our community and allowed us to stand together and celebrate the freedom the troops provide America. The Warrior Zone hosted the after-party where both bands signed autographs and took photos with fans.

NORTHERN LIGHTS ROCKFEST

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THE WARRIOR ADVENTURE QUEST is a program funded throughthe Army Family Covenant and designed for Soldiers who haverecently redeployed and are transitioning back into their noncombat lives. The goal of the WAQ program is to teach Soldiers, leaders andunits mitigation and coping skills that can address unresolved transition issues, build unit cohesion and morale and contributeto combat readiness.


WARRIOR ADVENTURE QUEST

NEW PROGRAMS

1,772 Soldierstook part in the Warrior Adventure Quest.


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NEW PROGRAMS

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The Post Library hosts Imagination Hour where there is a story and accompanying craft every Friday at 3:45 p.m. at no cost. This program has become increasingly popular and there is always a full crowd every week. Themes included:

• holiday specific• igloos• Snoopy • volcanoes• rainforests

STORY HOUR & CRAFTS


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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 adventure, art, fitness, and life skill activities. 2010 marked the first year for the program and it has been steadily growing in popularity. From learning how to kayak to creating slimy boogers, there are no areas of creative experimentation untouched.

EDGE! PROGRAMS

NEW PROGRAMS

190 students took part in over 24 EDGE Programs.


The purpose of Survivor Outreach Services is to deliver on the Army’s commitment to Families of the Fallen and to help find the right support for those in need. The program provides services for Active, Reserve and Army National Guard Families. SOS is an Army Family Covenant Commitment: Keeping the Promise.

SURVIVOR OUTREACH SERVICES

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NEW PROGRAMS

Women in the Wilderness is a new program the Outdoor Recreation Center began this past year providing the women of Fort Wainwright with the ultimate “Alaskan Adventure”.

WOMEN IN THE WILDERNESS

172 of women participated in the 10 trips offered.


MILITARY SPOUSE APPRECIATION

The life of a military Family is one of unique challenges which Spouses continue to meet with grace and strength. We celebrated their significant contributions at the “Olympic Gold Attitudes” presented by professional speaker and best-selling author Marsha Petrie Sue.

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A NEW APPROACH

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CAR SHOW & TATTOO CONTEST AT THE WARRIOR ZONEThis event showcases “tricked-out” vehicles and motorcycles ranging from Antique to Ugly! Every shape, size, and style tattoo competed against each other.

• popular TV-type games• DJ and live music


THE GREAT HALL-O-PALOOZA CELEBRATIONS

This fun alternative to trick-or-treating is a post-wide activity for Soldiers, Families, Retirees and Civilians at Fort Wainwright. This event celebrated the fall season in a safe environment.

• Family friendly games and prizes• teen/youth dances• single Soldier’s Halloween party

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A NEW APPROACH


The American tradition Family-friendly Independence Day celebration featured a barbecue contest, musical entertainment, Speedball and other traditional grass roots games.

4TH OF JULYBACKYARD BBQ AT BIRCH HILL

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The resort is a year round “Alaskan Experience” located about120 miles south of Anchorage. Winter adventures, summerdeep-sea charter fishing and cruises, freedom fighters lounge, world-class fishing, site-seeing, wildlife viewing, and other recreational opportunities are offered for everyone including the BOSS R&R program. Seward Military Resort is also host to various events including the Family Holiday Fun Week, New Year’s Party, Soldier R&R Trips, and various Murder Mystery Weekends.

SEWARD MILITARY RESORT

A NEW APPROACH


Many comics have entertained the Army Community this past year including Army Entertainment’s Laugh Out Loud Tour featured Kelly McFarland and Louis Ramey; Comics on Duty Tour featured Comedians Steve Bills, Steve Burr, John Bizarre and Tom Foss; and Wee Man of Jackass stopped by to meet the Soldiers.

COMIC RELIEFAT THE WARRIOR ZONE

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DID YOU KNOW?

THE WARRIOR ZONE:

Soldiers served = 15,257

LODGING:58,649 (85.2 percent)guests served

GOLF:

12166 rounds

were played

AUTO SKILLS:5,402 vehicles repaired throughthe shop.

THE POST LIBRARY:

94,190 patrons took

advantage of theprograms and activities

FAMILY AND MWR

$14,311 in Unit Funds were

given to the Units, and

$76,118 for Deployed Funds.

2010 FWA FAMILY AND MWR FACTS

SEWARD MILITARY RESORT:

155,000 lbs. or 77.5 tons of

fish landed.89,000 vaccuum seal bags were purchased at the Resort.

68,000 guests served8,968 room nights taken

3,910 campground nights taken


THE WARRIOR ZONE:

Soldiers served = 15,257

SPORTS AND FITNESS:316, 613 visited the fitness centers

126 intramural teams112 swim lessons5,210 Spin Class participants

1,615 Zumba class participants5,244 ice skaters13,326 hockey skaters

OUTDOOR RECREATION:

145 trips offered

11,381 customers

Boater safety = 280 participants

Snow machine Safety = 150 participants

Fish caught = 107 participants

LFCAC:7,192 laser tag games played2,110 doughnuts sold

SEWARD MILITARY RESORT:

155,000 lbs. or 77.5 tons of

fish landed.89,000 vaccuum seal bags were purchased at the Resort.

68,000 guests served8,968 room nights taken

3,910 campground nights taken

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DID YOU KNOW?

CYSS

100babysitters trained

73Families who obtained

a babysitter referral list

1,994childparticipants in Super Saturdays

and Respite care

4,948

Hours of Respite

Care offered

in CDCII and

FCC homes

2,359

children

registered

in CYSS in

FY10

691children

placed into

childcare

623Child

participants in

playgroups

460reservations

for FRG care

2,880bottles of ready to feed formula were used at the CDCs


Over 1,300 children used AFC benefits throughoutthe year

11,079

hours of respite

care provided

$54,228.16

Patrons saved

on full time

childcare fees

$4,115Savings provided to WTU Families$37,816

Patrons saved on respite services

$3,845

Patrons saved

on SPORTS

programs

$15,912.25

Patrons

saved on

SKIES classes

AFC FUNDED CYSS ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS

ARMY FAMILY COVENANT:Keeping the Promise

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DID YOU KNOW?

ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE

7,016 basic advocacy contacts

876 one-on-one counseling sessions

467 Classes/Workshops/Briefings offered

7,206 attended a class, workshop or briefing

FAMILYADVOCACYPROGRAM

Loans:$430,603.04

Grants: $20,727.93

AER Soldier contributions:

ARMY EMERGENCY RELIEF:

EMPLOYMENT READINESS

2838 employment and volunteer opportunities advertised

275 one-on-one sessions


68 employers partnered for Army Spouse Employment Program

40 spouses received a paid job after seeking services

661 one-on-one counseling sessions



2,018 contacts for assistance to Soldiers arriving to Fort Wainwright

457 Lending Closet checkouts

1,781 Welcome Packets produced

RELOCATION READINESS PROGRAM

15,967 contacts in the community advertising events/activities

OUTREACH SERVICES

ACS


15,967 contacts in the community advertising events/activities

OUTREACH SERVICES

76,375 contacts for basic deployment cycle of support information



30,041 user contacts in the Family Resource Center

MOBILIZATION/DEPLOYMENT PROGRAM

173,956 basic contacts for exceptional family support




46 individuals received respite care for a total of 410 hours

EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM




$1,700 in food vouchers given out

Soldier debt reduction savings: $24,040

FINANCIAL READINESS

35,377 hours

1,253 registered volunteers

ARMY VOLUNTEER CORP

ACS

REINVESTMENT CYCLE

Did you know that 100% of money generated fromFamily and MWR programs and activities goes backto you? Here’s how it works.

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DID YOU KNOW?

OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER

(4) ATV’s

(6) ATV Trailers

Backpacking Equipment

(2) Snowmachines,Boat Equipment and Supplies

New Rental EquipmentBikes, Snow Shoes, fishing poles,Hip Waders and equipment

(3) Bouncy Huts

New Rental Boats/Canoes

(4) Generators

ATV Repairs

Rock Climbing Equipment

(2) Boat Trailers

Digital Signage

SKI HILL

Lodge Furniture: (5) Couches (4) Loveseats (5) Recliners

Restaurant Guest OrderNotification System

Digital Signage

Equipment Maintenance

AUTO SKILLS

Wheel Balancer

Tools and Equipment

GOLF

Range Ball Dispenser

Driving Range Cover

Driving RangeStaging Area

Golf CourseMaintenance

Pavilion Grills

Golf Simulator

Digital Signage

THE WARRIOR ZONE

(2) Couch Sectionals

(90) Tables & Chairs

(5) Pool Tables

Margarita Machine

Portable Bar

(4) Video Gaming Machines

Digital Signage


SOLDIERS & FAMILIES

$ NAF FUNDS $(SOLDIER DOLLARS)

FACILITY & EQUIPMENTRENOVATIONS REINVESTMENTS

ENHANCED ACTIVITIES & PROGRAMS

SKEET

(12) New Skeet Guns

Clay Targets

BOWLING

Bar Furniture: (Tables and Chairs)

Self-Help Projectto Renovate Mother Lode Cafe

Digital Signage

LAST FRONTIERCOMMUNITY ACTIVITY CENTER

Furniture

Meeting Room Chairs

Meeting Room Table

(4) Gaming Equipment

SEWARD MILITARY RESORT

Mattress & Box Springs

Safes for Rooms

Flat Screen TV’s

Fishing Tackle

2 Pontoon Boats with Motors

Ice Fishing Equipment(tents, heaters)

3 New Outdoor Decks and Gardens

PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER

Scoreboard

Basketball & Volleyball Equipment

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DID YOU KNOW?

• IN FY10 Fort Wainwright Family and MWR increased its offerings and services to the USAG-FWA Soldiers and Families.

• Within the first year of its release, the “Bear Necessities” magazine is the Family and MWR publication of choice.

USAG: FORT WAINWRIGHT

N E C E S S I T I E SBEAR


FACEBOOK:approximately 1,000 fans(at the time of this publication)

THE BEAR NECESSITIES MAGAZINEdistributed: 24,000 in its first year

WEBSITES:FWA Family and MWR85,137 Visits178,909 Page views

Seward Military Resort69,615 Visits365,882 Page views

SAVE THE DATE

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MARCH 25-27MARCH MADNESSAT BIRCH HILL

APRIL 30MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD CARNIVAL

APRIL 21VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION CEREMONY

MAY 6MILITARY SPOUSEAPPRECIATION

MAY 30CAR AND BIKE SHOWAT THE WARRIOR ZONE

JUNE 4JAZZ FESTAT BIRCH HILL


APRIL 30MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD CARNIVAL

JUNE 4JAZZ FESTAT BIRCH HILL

JULY 42ND ANNUALBBQ COOK-OFFAT BIRCH HILL

JULY 16BATTLE OF THE BANDSAT BIRCH HILL

AUGUST 26-28OKTOBER FEST

SEPTEMBER 23-24OPERATION RISING STARAT THE WARRIOR ZONE

OCTOBER 28-30GREAT HALL-O-PALOOZACELEBRATIONS

DECEMBER 2TREE LIGHTINGCELEBRATIONAT THE PFC

Events subject to change.

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Fort Wainwright Bear in Review