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EditorCynDe Clack

ContributorsEden BarnettAlyssa BlakemoreCharlene FrasherTara GoodsonJessica RyanLonnie ScottSharon ShawRobin SoiferLisa TaylorPatrice Johnson-Winters

PublisherCreative ink

Creative DirectorSears Hallett

AdvertisingJenny Roecker931-627-4969 mwrmag@gmail.com

PhotographyPaula HallettTara GoodsonDeborah YoungSSG Todd A ChristophersonPatrice Johnson-Winters

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3 Hometown HeroCurrahee Soldier Shatters Sabalauski Air Assault Ruck March Record.

6 Hot Video Games for SpringSome hot new video games for you to jump right into.

7 Memorial Day 2012Local Memorial Day Weekend activities.

10 Lower Body WorkoutThe lower body muscles are essential for your everyday activities.

12 Get Your Motor Ready and RunningGet yourself and your motorcycle ready for the open road.

14 Time to Get Your Hands DirtyGetting dirty in the process of creating something wonderful.

18 Eat Dessert First Three easy Family friendy treats.

20 Healthy Habits by CharGet your sweat on in the pool!

21 Spring Clean Your BudgetReview your finances and apply some spring cleaning to your budget.

22 Riding the Trace at LBLIf you are looking for a place to ride - The Trace offers great scenery and places to stop and relax.

22 USA Staffing is Here!Learn about the new fully automated application process.

22 Family FinancesStart saving for summer vacation now.

24 Princess and Hero for a DayA first look at the 4th annual Character Dining Event - “2012 Royal Hero Gala”.

24 Your Dog’s Best Friend (is you)Don't forget your furry friend when planning your free time activities!

25 Splash into SummerRelax, learn, train, or just hang out at our swimming pools.

26 TYC Programs Bring SiblingsTogetherThe Hutcherson Family talks about how participating in TYC programs helps them be a successful Army Family.

29 Yard Sales and May FlowersThis month we're going to hold a yard sale and start a garden.

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In December of 1942, 2nd Battalion,506th Parachute Infantry Regiment of the 101stAirborne Division set the record for most milesmarched, by making a 118 mile trek from CampToccoa to the Five Points area in Atlanta, Georgia. Today that spirit is still alive as Currahee Soldier PFC Joshua Evans recentlybroke the record for the fastest time completingthe Air Assault ruck march. PFC Evans, age 21, isa 13F Fire Support Specialist with HHC/2-506 Infantry Regiment. In addition to his drive anddedication to serve, PFC Evans truly does“Stand Alone” with his triumph in setting a newrecord for the Air Assault ruck march. By completing the 12-mile excursion in one hourand 38 minutes, he bested the old record byeight minutes.

MWR Life: Who inspired you to join the Army?

Evans: My brother, SGT Chris Evans with the10th Mountain Division out of Fort Drum, NewYork, inspired me to join the Army. While he wasdeployed to Afghanistan, my brother sharedmany stories about his experiences, which werevery interesting to me. I wanted to be a part ofwhat he did and I wanted to be like him, so I enlisted for an infantry position. I saw how mybrother progressed in the Army. He becamemore responsible and disciplined. He startedtaking care of himself and learning how to takecare of others. I saw the positive change he was

going through and I knew I would not be ableto achieve the same level of success working atsome restaurant back home.

MWR Life: Why were you selected to be April’sHometown Hero?

Evans: I broke the Air Assault 12-mile ruck marchrecord by eight minutes.

MWR Life: How did you feel when you found outyou broke the record for the Air Assault roadmarch?

Evans: Initially the instructors thought I hadmissed breaking the record by five seconds. It wasn’t until graduation that I found out I had broken the record by eight minutes. It really didn’t sink in until that night. It was a proud moment.

MWR Life: How did your brother and Familyreact to the news that you broke this record?

Evans: (laughter) My brother pretty much hatedme. It was the first time I had really focused onachieving this goal and I was able to completethe road march in one hour and 38 minutes,where it took my brother almost two hours. My mom and dad were thrilled to hear the good news.

MWR Life: Prior to joining the Army, you weretraining to be a cross country runner. Share withus what you experienced?

Evans: I did cross country running in high schooland in college. I also ran in triathlons and a fewduathlons. I participated in the Olympic Distance Triathlon and I actually placed 2nd inmy age group at Nationals two weeks beforegoing to Basic Training. During my cross countryrunning career, I received the 2010 All Americanfor duathlon (run, bike, run) and I placed 2nd inthe ITU 2010 World Championship for duathlon.

MWR Life: Other than the physical aspect, inwhat other ways has running helped you?

Evans: I go for a run and that helps me keep alevel head. When I am super stressed out I justput everything down and go for a run. It reallyhelps me to clear my head. I just go out andfocus on my running and what’s around me, andnot worry about what’s going on back at work.When I get back I feel refreshed and ready tocontinue on.

MWR Life: What do you think is the key to yoursuccess in the Army and who has helped you ormentored you along the way?

Evans: Knowing my job and physical training hasbeen the key to my success. SFC Rhoades, my

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Currahee Soldier Shatters Sabalauski Air Assault Ruck March Record

by Lisa Taylor

Hometown Hero

platoon sergeant, has really helped me progressand expand my knowledge. When I initially gotto the unit I didn’t know anything about theArmy. After I worked with him for my first weekI began to understand how everything works.Without that guidance I probably would havemade mistakes that would have made me seemunprepared to attend Air Assault School.

MWR Life: What are some of your greatestachievements?

Evans: I joined the Army to do great things, andso far breaking the ruck march record at Air Assault School has been my greatest accom-plishment in the Army.

MWR Life: How has the Army helped you become who you are today?

Evans: It has taught me to prioritize, to be morepatient and to take care of myself as well as others that are with me.

MWR Life: Knowing what you know now, whatadvice would you give your younger self?

Evans: Focus on physical traiing (PT). Job knowledge and PT pretty much got me to whereI am today in my career. My command sent meto Air Assault School because I knew as much asI needed to know for my level and because I wasgreat at PT. MWR Life: Why do you think it is important

to be physically trained for your job?

Evans: We are a light infantry unit whichhas us rucking a lot. I don’t want to be theguy falling back or slowing down everyoneelse. Being physically fit is a big part of ourjob in the Army.MWR Life: What are your plans for yourmilitary career?

Evans: I am preparing to go to SpecialForces selection. If selected, I will attendAirborne School and then the QualificationCourse. I plan on making the military mycareer.

MWR Life: What advice do you have forother single Soldiers?

Evans: Don’t be barracks rats, get out anddo something active. Work out, go to thegym, or go for a run.

One of the basic foundations of a military life is tough physical training. PFCEvans has a long personal history of pushing himself to meet and exceed thisstandard. His Family’s commitment to thedefense of this country exemplifies the

characteristics that make our country great. PFCEvans is an excellent example of how a Soldiercan rise to the top by working hard and havingthe right attitude. His achievements this early inhis career are perfect indicators of the success-ful future he will have in the Army. This won’t bethe last time we hear of PFC Joshua Evans.

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Tech World

There are many options to help youunwind after a hard day at work, and while I'dlike to think that would include doing healthythings like taking a walk or reading a novel, I also know that is a bit ambitious sometimes.In reality you are probably doing exactlywhat...well...pretty much what everyone elseis doing; playing video games. I tend to agreethat video games can be a great way to relax.What better way to get over the stress of yourworld than to be in another one? Here aresome new and up and coming video gamesfor you to jump right into.

The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings EnhancedEdition - Xbox 360

Previously released on the PC, TheWitcher 2 has finally come to your Xbox gaming console. Released April 17th, thisvideo game is available for purchase rightnow. If you're a fan of role playing games,then The Witcher 2 should be on your must-buy list. Some of the additions with theXbox version are all updates, completely newcontent, new cinematic intro, new cut scenes,new characters, new locations, new user interface and controls, new adventures, andan extended outro. Even if you did play thePC version, it could definitely be worth picking it up again for Xbox. Your character is

Geralt of Rivia, a monster-slayer, a witcher,and bodyguard to the king. Are you good orevil, will you save the Kingdom of Temeria ornot? The choice is ultimately yours. TheWitcher 2 is a true RPG game, every decisionyour character makes determines how thegame will play out.

Max Payne 3- PS3, Xbox 360, PCAfter some delays, the much

anticipated Max Payne 3 is due for release onMay 15th for both PS3 and Xbox 360. It willalso be available for your PC on May 29th.

No longer a cop and working as a bodyguardfor a rich real estate mogul’s family, MaxPayne will have to overcome the memories ofthe past to survive the dangers of the futureand uncover the truth. This game is a first person shooter game filled with lots of actionthroughout the campaign. It now also conveniently offers the option to play in multiplayer mode. In multiplayer mode, MaxPayne 3 combines multiplayer gaming withthe enrichment of a narrative. Each time youprogress in multiplayer, the rounds changewith different missions that draw upon previous missions to give you motivation tocontinue. During the campaign, the gametransitions from cut scenes to game-play

flawlessly without showing loading screens,allowing for a true cinematic experience thatyou can really immerse yourself within.

Diablo III - PC (Win and Mac)Also available for purchase on May

15th, Diablo III for your PC is a very popularfantasy game. Details on what the newestversion of the game will offer have been kepta bit under wraps. What is known is that therewill be skill runes that give you full controlover your character’s abilities, and followersto choose from with upgradeable skills aswell. There are also four brand new classes ofcharacters to choose from, the monk, the wizard, the demon hunter, and the witch doctor, as well as the barbarian which wasavailable in the past versions. This newest version of Diablo is all about allowing youmore control over your character and thegame. In the classic take on good vs. evil, yourcharacter lives in a world where fragile people struggle to survive.

No matter what your choice is forgaming, whether it is your computer or agaming console, there are plenty of great options getting ready to hit the game storeshelves this spring. This is by no means a complete list of games coming out, so be sureto do your research and pick the perfectgame for you.

Here is a list of popular games for Spring 2012not mentioned above:

Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City -March 20, 2012

Prototype 2- April 24, 2012

Starhawk- May 8, 2012

Ghost Recon: Future Soldier- May 22, 2012

Risen 2: Dark Waters- May 22, 2012

When you're ready to buy, stop byThe Exchange to purchase tax free! And don’tforget that you can bring your new gamesinto the Zone to play with your friends (age 18 and up only in The Zone at 3910 Indiana Avenue).

by Eden Barnett

Hot Video Games for the Spring

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In the Know

Local Memorial Day Weekend activities foryou to enjoy:

May 26 Dolan Swimming Pool – Opens forthe season at 11 a.m.1566 William C Lee Road, Fort Campbell, www.fortcampbellmwr.com/Recreation/Aquatics/index.html (270) 798-5350

May 27 D.W. Recreation Center MemorialDay Cookout at 4 p.m.Hamburger, hotdog, bratwurst, potato salad,chips, baked beans and dessert for $3 perplate.Stop by to purchase a ticket so they’ll knowhow many to plan for. (270) 798-7391

May 24 – 27 Eagle Fest 2012 – A Salute toFreedomOld Gateway Ford Lot, Dover, TNCarnival with food, games, arts and craftsvendors, entertainment, and a car show.Street dance and Fireworks

www.dovertn.com/calendar_of_events/eagle-fest_2012.pdf (931) 232-5907

May 26 & 27 Spring into Summer Festivalwith Oak Grove TourismWar Memorial Walking Trail Park, 101 WalterGarrett Lane, Oak GroveThis event is free to the public and will includea free carnival, various vendors and several different variety shows. All activities will startat 12 p.m. both days. There will be a freeconcert featuring Phil Vassar on Saturdaynight at the Viceroy Performing Arts Center.www.springintosummerfest.com(270) 439-5675

May 26 – 27 The Pickin’ Party: The Homeplace Old-Time Music FestivalLand Between the LakesSaturday, 10 a.m. until 7 p.m.Sunday, 11 a.m. until 6 p.m.Experience the best of old-time music, strollthrough the historic buildings.

1850s children’s activities will be provided(931) 232-6457

May 26 - 28 River Days 2012LBL Nature StationOn-site programs, crafts and excursions outon the water.Sunset Canoe Trip, Paddle the waters of LakeBarkley.Family Oriented Sunset Canoe Trip(270) 924-2020Visit this link to see a calendar of events forLBL. www.lbl.org/CALOverview.asp?m=05-2012

Memorial Day Weekend in Music CitySo many events for you to enjoy, we ran outof room! Check out the site for additionalideas:www.nashville.about.com/od/nashvillesea-sonalevents/a/memorialdaycele.htm

Memorial Day 2012 by CynDe Clack

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Training your lower body is a greatway to enhance your skill level for all the numerous activities that you will be involved induring the upcoming months. Hiking, horse-back riding, and golfing are a few examples ofthe activities that require a strong lower body.

There are six muscle groups whichcomprise the lower body; they are the hipflexors, quadriceps, abductors, gluteus maximus, adductors and hamstrings. It is important to use proper techniques to effectively exercise these muscle groups andtransition them through the functional andmulti-joint plane movements which promotemuscle balance and strength. This will allowthe muscles to function efficiently as a working group, thereby facilitating lowerbody movement through flexion, extension,abduction, adduction, and lifting of the kneesand feet.

A plethora of exercises are designedfor specific muscle groups, particularly thoseof the lower body. These exercises includecardiovascular exercises, aerobic exercises,and static and dynamic training routines whichcan be done with or without equipment.Other lower body cardiovascular exercises include running, walking, utilizing an ellipticalor treadmill, riding a bicycle, or playing asport. Each of the fitness facilities on FortCampbell has the necessary equipment tohelp you get the maximum benefit from yourlower body workout.

Do at least four or five lower bodyexercises on a regular basis for balanced muscle development and visible training

results. Your workouts need to include twotypes of exercise; compound exercises suchas the squat and the lunge which involve several muscle groups at once and isolationexercises such as a thigh squeeze and legcurls which hone in on a single muscle group.We recommend that you exercise your lowerbody at least three times a week to improvestability and balance. The most efficient lowerbody exercises are lunges, step-ups, squats,plies and calf-raises, all of which can be accomplished without the use of gym equipment. If you prefer working out at a fitness facility, you can use barbells and legcurl, leg extension, leg press, calf raises, hacksquats, and multi hip machines to work yourlower body.

Expect to feel sore and walk a littlestiffly for a day or two after your first few lowerbody workouts. Of course, any muscle that isnew to weight training is likely to be sore afterthe first few sessions, but leg muscles seemparticularly prone to this phenomenon.

A couple of common pitfalls towatch out for when doing lower body workouts are: don’t work one muscle andneglect another (example: don’t work yourbutt muscles and neglect your thighs) anddon’t put your knees in jeopardy. Avoid locking your knees when you’re lifting aweight and don’t allow your knees to shootout past your toes in the squat, lunge, or legpress. If you feel knee pain during an exercise,stop immediately.

If your goal is to lose weight in thelegs, hips and buttocks, a lower body workout needs to include an increasedamount of cardiovascular exercises in the initial stages of the training routine. Then, as

you lose the weight, your routine shouldswitch to more strengthening exercises (to tone the muscles) and less cardio. If yourend state is to have firm leg muscles, then youshould concentrate on building and toningthe leg muscles using a dynamic exercise that will encompass all the lower body muscle groups.

The Fort Campbell Sports and Fitness program has trainers and fitness instructors who can assist you with obtainingyour fitness goals. We understand the impor-tance of total body development as it is essential to providing a stable platform forsupporting the entire body frame. Additionally, we can develop a program thatis tailored to your individual needs which youcan perform with minimal assistance. This willhelp you develop a stronger lower body andwill improve your muscle balance. The lowerbody has the largest muscle groups and thesemuscles are essential for enhancing your ability to carry your body through its everydayactivities such as lifting, walking, and anyother physical activity that is conducted. Without proper muscle development it is impossible to carry out these basic functionsof life.

Our facility staff will assist you in determining what type of lower body exercises you need to do in order to meetyour goal. The bottom line is that lower bodyexercises are a vital part of total body fitnessand should not be overlooked. Family andMWR Sports and Fitness are looking forwardto assisting with your fitness goals. If you needany additional assistance please call (270) 956-1006.

The Importance of theLower Body Workout by Sharon Shaw

Body, Mind & Spirit

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It is time once again to take yourmotorcycle out of storage and get ready forthe open road. Many of you have been deployed for a year or more so it is also timefor you to catch up on any changes to riding requirements. Several changes to themotorcycle training requirements have beenput in place while you were away.

The Basic Rider Course (BRC) is still amandatory training requirement for Soldiersprior to operating a motorcycle on or off the installation. The BRC is the first step in theArmy Motorcycle Continuation Training. Thesecond step requirement is now either the Experienced Rider Course (ERC) or Sport BikeTraining Course. The ERC is mandatory continuation training and must be completedwithin 12 months of completion of the BRCfor all Soldiers that operate a motorcycleother than a Sports Bike. The Sport BikeCourse is also mandatory continuation training within 12 months of completing theBRC for all Soldiers that operate a SportsBike. If you have been deployed for 180 daysor more, the Motorcycle Refresher Training(MRT) is mandatory. The MRT may be conducted through the Army Traffic Safety

Training Program (ATSTP) orthe unit may conduct the training. Information on how toconduct the training can befound at the Combat ReadinessSafety Center web page.https://safety.army.mil/motorcycle-re-fresher-training

Step three requires eachSoldier that rides a motorcycleto take refresher training everythree years. The rider must retake the Sport Bike training ifthat is the motorcycle the Soldier rides or the Experi-enced Rider Course if the Soldier rides a motorcycle otherthan a Sport bike. All of thistraining is offered at FortCampbell free to Soldiersthrough the ATSTP. Soldiersmust provide protective ridinggear and motorcycles for alltraining except the Basic RiderCourse. The Army Traffic SafetyTraining Program provides theMotorcycles and PPE for theBasic Rider Course only. Registration for all motorcycletraining is through the ArmyIMCOM Registration System at

https://apps.imcom.army.mil/airs.Now let’s get the bike ready for your

first ride of the season. Unveil your motorcycle! Clean off the cover before folding it up for storage. Make sure to wash

the cover off properly in case an animal frienddecided to leave something behind. Removeany rags meant to keep animals and foreignobjects out of the exhaust pipes and air intakes. Before inspecting your bike, wash itas it will make it easier to see damage orproblems during your inspection.

Before trusting your life to your motorcycle, you'll want to make sure it's road-worthy and safe to ride. The MotorcycleSafety Foundation has established a checklistthey call T-CLOCS:

• T - Tires, wheels• C - Controls (levers and pedal,

cables, hoses, throttle)• L - Light (battery, headlights, turn

signals, mirrors, etc.)• O - Oil (fluid levels)• C - Chassis (frame, suspension,

chain, etc.)• S - Stands (center stand and/or kick

stand)

Get a copy of the Motorcycle SafetyFoundation T-CLOCS checklist and use it toensure your bike is ready for the riding season. The T-CLOCS checklist can be foundthrough any search engine on the internet.

You will need to fill out the FC Form4255 Motorcycle Rider Inspection Checklist tomake sure that your insurance, license andother administrative information is up to date.Check out your riding gear to include yourHelmet. The Fort Campbell Form 4255 can befound on the FC Intranet listed under FortCampbell Publications and is required byCAM Regulation 385-7. Return all of your motorcycle's documents, such as your insurance papers, vehicle registration and acopy of the FC 4255 back to the bike.

Your riding skills will be a bit rustyand you will have to bring your muscle memory back to normal by practicing yourturns and emergency maneuvers. Before youtake your motorcycle out for a fabulous springtime joy ride - practice your riding skills in anempty parking lot, on a quiet residentialstreet, or take the Motorcycle Refresher Training (MRT) offered at Fort Campbell.Once you have become comfortable againwith operating your motorcycle you can safelytake it out for your first ride of the season.Give yourself a hand for taking proper care ofyour machine. Always ride with a buddy just incase something happens on your ride. Enjoyyourself and ride safe.

by Lonnie Scott

Get Your Motor Ready and Running All Revved Up

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Break Time

Children never seem to mindgetting their hands dirty and adultsshould not mind either, especially whenthey are getting dirty in the process ofcreating something wonderful. Whetheryou are a single Soldier looking for a constructive way to spend free time oryou are a parent in search of a fun activity for the Family, Guenette Arts & Crafts Center may be just the place for you.

At the Craft Shop, children of allages are able to participate in a variety ofclay workshops. These activities includemaking such items as personalized nameplates, chip and dip bowls and letterholders. Guests ages 14 to adult are ableto take wheel throwing, clay tray makingand clay jewelry classes. In these classes,students learn how to turn simple lumpsof clay into items that can be both beautiful and useful. Classes, workshopsand activities are all subject to variousfees but the Craft Shop strives to keepeverything affordable for all members of

the Fort Campbell community.For hands over 16 years of age, the

woodshop is also available. Guenette’s woodshop isequipped with a large assortment of equipment thatcan be used to build and create items as small as a penor as large as an entertainment center. A safety class isrequired of everyone using the woodshop and an instructor is available during regular business hours.

For hands that know all about getting dirtyin the pursuit of art and crafting, the 2012 Army Arts &Crafts Contest opens online May 1, 2012. This contest,which is open to all MWR eligible patrons, consists ofthe following categories: Ceramics, Drawing, Fibersand Textiles, Glass, Metals and Jewelry, Painting,Mixed Media, Wood and Digital Art (photographs notallowed). Full contest guidelines may be located atwww.armymwr.com/UserFiles/file/Arts_Crafts/2012ParticipantAC-ContestGuidelines.pdf .

For further information about Guenette Arts& Crafts Center or the 2012 Army Arts & Crafts Contest, call (270) 798-3625 or visit our center locatedat 89 Screaming Eagle Blvd. Craft Shop days, hoursand monthly calendars may be found online at www.fortcampbellmwr.com/Recreation/ArtsCrafts/index.html.

Time to Get Your Hands Dirtyby Patrice Johnson-Winters

Child, Youth & School Services1. **24 Hour Care (opening FY-12)2. Bastogne (CDC) (270) 412-44853. Eagle (CDC) (270) 412-3303/33044. Gardner Hills (CDC)5. Part Day Preschool (CDC) (270) 412-67676. Polk (CDC) (270) 412-44717. Tennessee (CDC) (270) 412-44778. Waters #1 (CDC) (270) 439-79939. Waters #2 (CDC) (270) 439-799610. *CYSS Directorate (270) 798-653911. Family Child Care (FCC) (270) 798-495912. *Kids on Site (Estep)11. Parent Central Services (CYSS Central Registration) (270) 798-067414. Billy C. Colwell Center (270) 412-231515. *Gardner Hills (SAS)16. *Airborne (SAS) (270) 461-104717. *Bastogne (SAS) (270) 461-099311. School Liaison (270) 798-987418. SKIESUnlimited Center (270) 412-545519. Teen Club 24/7 (270) 956-103319. Youth Center (Taylor) (270) 798-364319. Youth Sports (270) 798-6355

Community Services20. Army Community Service (ACS) & ACS Director (270) 798-932221. Family Resource Center (FRC) (270) 956-293522. Financial Readiness (270) 798-551820. Lending Closet (270) 798-631323. Soldier & Family Assistance Center (SFAC) (270) 412-600024. Survivor Outreach Services (SOS) (270) 798-027725. Backdoor Boutique (270) 956-156626. Family Center & Co-op Daycare (270) 798-7422

Dining & Entertainment27. 19th Hole (Cole Park) (270) 798-182228. Conference & Catering Center (Joe Swing) (270) 798-217527. Community Activities Center (Cole Park) (270) 798-461029. Dawg Haus (270) 798-076627. Southern Buffet (Cole Park) (270) 798-4610

30. Sportsman’s Lodge (931) 431-4140Recreation & Leisure

32. Baldanado Pool (270) 798-520733. Dolan Pool (270) 798-535031. Gardner Indoor Pool (270) 798-631034. Singles Pool (270) 798-424735. The Zone (270) 461-0603 36. BOSS Program (270) 798-785837. Bowling Center (Hooper) (270) 798-588727. Golf Club (Cole Park) (270) 798-490682. Challenge Course (270) 412-785539. Adventure Program (270) 412-785440. Archery Range (270) 798-217541. Dog Park, North (270) 798-217542. Dog Park, South (270) 798-217543. Hunting & Fishing (270) 798-217583. Paintball (270) 956-311838. Parks & Pavilions (270) 798-217545. Riding Stables (270) 798-262946. RV Park (Eagles Rest) (270) 798-217547. RV Park (Flechers Fork) (270) 798-217548. Skeet Range (270) 412-401549. Small Arms Recreational Range (270) 798-300136. Recreation Center (Dale Wayrynen) (270) 798-7391

Sports & Fitness50. Estep Wellness Center (270) 798-4664/4023 51. Fryar Stadium, Sports Admin Office (270) 798-309452. Fratellenico PFF (270) 798-941853. Freedom Fighter PFF (270) 798-735554. Gertsch PFF (270) 798-275355. Lozada PFF (270) 798-430656. Olive PFF (270) 798-410157. Softball Complex, North (270) 798-332058. Softball Complex, South (270) 798-3320

Trades & Services59. Army Education (270) 798-588660. Arts & Crafts Center (Guenette) (270) 798-669361. Auto Service Center (Air Assault Auto) (270) 956-1101/1100

62. Auto Skills (North) (270) 798-561260. Engraving Etc. Specialty Store (270) 798-017163. Equipment Rental (Gear-to-Go) (270) 798-680664. Library (R.F. Sink) (270) 798-572965. Veterinary Services (270) 798-3614

Travel & Lodging66. Army Lodging (Richardson) (931) 431-449667. Army Lodging (Turner) (270) 439-222968. Leisure Travel Services Office (270) 798-7436

Miscellaneous Services69. 101st Airborne Division Headquarters (270) 798-979370. Blanchfield Army Hospital (270) 798-805571. Civilian Personnel Advisory Center (270) 798-716172. Commissary (270) 798-366373. Division Parade Field74. Fisher House (270) 798-833075. Gate 4 Visitor Center & Vehicle Registration (270) 798-504776. Gate 7 Visitor Center & Vehicle Registration (270) 956-449577. In/Out Processing & MWR Public Relations (270) 798-753578. MWR Director (270) 798-995378. MWR Unit Funds & MWR Collections (270) 798-681880. Museum (Don F. Pratt) (270) 798-3215/498681. Wilson Theater (931) 431-3636

AAFES84. Airfield Mini Mall (270) 640-461485. Community Town Center

Class Six (270) 431-3622Military Clothing Store (270) 798-4212Pizza Hut Delivery (270) 439-1113

68. Exchange (270) 439-184186. Exchange Administration Office (270) 439-184687. Firestone (270) 439-186588. Gardner Hills Mini Mal1 (Burger King/Subway) (270) 697-102089. Kentucky Shoppette (24hr gas) (270) 439-191490. KFC & Taco Bell (270) 439-635391. Troop Mini Mall (gas) (270) 431-2410

Tried and True

Who doesn’t love dessert? After all, it has two “s”in it, so that means you get two servings, right? The warmweather and Memorial Day weekend mean it is perfect forthose cool sweet treats we all love to eat. These threerecipes are all easy Family friendly desserts that you will notbe able to resist. Let your imagination go crazy with the fruittoppings or jimmies for your sundaes. Kids love to help inthe kitchen and what a great way to spend the afternoon!Recipes courtesy of allrecipes.com.

Ice Cream Brownie SundaesRich chocolate and smooth icecream makes this recipe a favoritein my house.

INGREDIENTS:1⁄2 cup white sugar2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons water1 1⁄2 cups semisweet chocolatechips2 eggs1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla extract2⁄3 cup all-purpose flour1⁄4 teaspoon baking soda1⁄2 teaspoon salt

DIRECTIONS:1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Grease an 8x8 inch square pan.2. In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, butter and water.Cook over medium heat until boiling. Remove from heat and stir inchocolate chips until melted and smooth. Mix in the eggs andvanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; stir into the chocolate mixture. Spread evenly into the prepared pan.3.Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until browniesset up. Do not over bake! Cool in pan and cut into squares. Oncecool, layer brownie and your favorite ice cream. Top with whippedtopping, cherries, nuts or jimmies! Let your imagination run wild.

Easy PavlovaTop with your favorite seasonal fruit for a sweet treat.

INGREDIENTS:4 egg whites1 1⁄4 cups white sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon lemon juice2 teaspoons cornstarch1 pint heavy creamFresh fruit such as kiwi, strawberries or blackberries

DIRECTIONS:1. Pre-heat oven to 300 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Draw a 9 inch circle on the parchment paper.2. In a large bowl, beat egg whites until stiff but not dry. Graduallyadd in the sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat until thick and glossy. Overbeaten egg whites lose volume and deflate when folded into other ingredients. Be absolutely sure not a particle of grease or egg yolk gets into thewhites. Gently fold in vanilla extract, lemon juice and cornstarch.3. Spoon mixture inside the circle drawn on the parchment paper.Working from the center, spread mixture toward the outside edge, building edge slightly. This should leave a slight depression in the center.4. Bake for 1 hour. Cool on a wire rack.5. In a small bowl beat heavy cream until stiff peaks form; set aside.Remove the paper, and place meringue on a flat serving plate. Fillthe center of the meringue with whipped cream, sweetened if desired. Top whipped cream with fruit. This easy dessert is a dinnerparty favorite, easy to make and sure to impress your guests.

Earthquake CookiesYou can substitute any flavor cake mix to sweeten the deal.

INGREDIENTS:1 (18.25 ounce) package devil's food cake mix2 eggs1⁄2 cup shortening3⁄4 cup confectioners' sugar3⁄4 cup water

DIRECTIONS:1. Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees.Mix cake mix, eggs, shortening,and water in medium size bowl;mix with a spoon. Chill for 1 hour.2. Shape dough into balls, roll inpowdered sugar. Place on cookiesheet and bake for 8-10 minutes;or until brown. Once cool, thesebite size treats look like brokenblacktop after an earthquake.

by Tara GoodsonEat Dessert First!

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Many people believe that a workout in the pool is simply swimminglaps. Not true, a great workout can behad to not only ease the joints, treatback and neck pain, or other muscu-loskeletal injuries but also to strengthenmuscles, increase range of motion andoffer core stabilization. Whether youchoose to aqua train through swimming,aerobics, zumba, kickboxing, tai chi or

yoga the low impact of non-weight bearing exercise and the added bonusof resistance of the water offers a wholebody workout.

Simple movements in the water

can offers similarities to weight trainingbecause your entire body is immersed.Working against the pressure is whathelps build strength. You can addaquatic equipment for better resistancesuch as barbells, noodles or watergloves.

The buoyancy of the water willhelp take the stress off your joints therefore there will be none of the hardimpact normally caused during land exercise. Water exercise is wonderful for

participants with arthritis, back or otherjoint problems to include Fibromyalgia.

To incorporate some lower backand abdominal work, you can utilizeother aquatic equipment such as thoselisted above as well as kickboards,floatation belts or dumbbells. Non-weight bearing aquatic exercise improves muscular endurance, corestrength flexibility and cardiovascularconditioning, burns enormous amountsof calories (400-500 per hour dependingon your size and intensity of workout),keeps the body cool during exercise, isfun and enjoyable and is a great way to modify or spice up your normal routine. The combination of sun andsoak will surely enhance your feelings ofwell being, sleeping patterns, socialpleasures and will light up your spirit. Sodive on in…the water is fine!

by Charlene Frasher

SAFETY TIP:Keep yourself hydrated before, during and after your workout by drinking

plenty of water. Just because you are in the water, doesn’t mean you don’thave to drink water to keep from

becoming dehydrated.

Fort Campbell Aquatics offers Water Exercise Programs year round. Call (270) 798-6310 for scheduling

and information.

Now that tax season is over and the refundhas been spent, saved, or invested, it is onceagain time to review your finances and applysome spring cleaning to your budget. As youscrub those windows or clean out the attic thisspring, also take some time to review or establish a budget and consider some simplemethods for financial organization. Followingare some quick tips and suggestions to organize your finances for a wealthier and happier you.

First things first, if you reveled in a surprisingly large tax return this year, now mightbe a good time to review your federal withholding. You can discover some additionalincome each month by making sure you areclaiming the maximum number of exemptionsyou can legally claim. If you have been recentlymarried or divorced, you will want to changeyour marital status accordingly. The birth of achild or addition of a dependent also allows foradditional exemptions, so be sure to take a lookat your withholding on the next end-of-monthLES. Take time now to put your financial documentation in order and create an effectivefiling system for your monthly bills and statements. Yes, that might even mean it’s timeto attack the pile of papers collecting on yourkitchen counter – sort it, keep it, toss it or shredit, then start fresh by sorting through each pieceof mail as it arrives.

Organizing your financial documentsthroughout the year will guarantee you lessstress as you prepare for next tax season. Eliminate paperwork and reduce temptation forfurther debt by opting out of credit card offerson OptOutPrescreen.org. Signing yourself up

for on-line banking, checking, savings, and retirement accounts, will further reduce theamount of paperwork you receive in the mail.For those who prefer to receive paper statements, be sure to keep each checking, savings, and investment statement on record.Bank statements and income tax returns mustbe kept for five to seven years. Your filing system should also contain receipts for majorpurchases, contracts, and documentation forboth current and past loans. Utility bills may betossed when paid each month or kept for futurereference. Starting off with hanging folders,files, and labels can help with your financialspring cleaning. Label a separate folder for eachaccount you have, each year’s tax returns, andloan documents, and then file any correspon-dence accordingly. You might even surpriseyourself with the new found space on yourkitchen counter!

With your financial documents in order, yourbills and statements can serve as a referencepoint to help you develop a working budget.Evaluating your expenses can lead to overall organization in your finances as a whole. Startout with just identifying the main source of youroutgoing expenses, whether it is bills, debt payments, eating out, or entertainment. Organizing expenses by category will help youspring clean your spending and direct you

toward better habits. Next, identify your goalsas a Family and determine a timeline for completion. For some, it may be paying off acredit card within the next year. Others mightwant to establish an emergency fund with sixmonths worth of expenses or start an allotmentfor retirement savings. If a lack of funds is all thatstands between you and that dream vacation toMaui, start trimming back expenses to createsavings for next year’s trip. Whatever your goalsmay be, sticking to a budget now can makethose dreams a reality in the future.

If you were dismayed with your lack of savings at the end of this tax year, it is never toolate to plan savings into your budget or open aretirement account. Consider the ease of setting up an allotment through your myPayinto a Thrift Savings Plan. TSP contributions reduce your taxable income now to provide youwith extra savings each month. Also, keep youreyes open later this year for a new way to savefor retirement with a Roth option in your TSP.You have until tax season next year to makecontributions to your retirement savings, so whynot start now?

Look no further than your local ACS Financial Readiness Office for some assistancewith your new financial endeavor. Give us a callat (270) 798-5518 to schedule an appointmentfor your spring cleaning today!

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Spring Clean Your Budgetby Alyssa Blakemore

If you are looking for agreat motorcycle ride, consider the Trace. The Tracebegins just past Dover off ofHighway 79. To get to TheTrace from Clarksville, takeHighway 79 towards Doverfor approximately 30 miles,from there look for the signsfor Land Between the Lakes(LBL). Following these signswill direct you to “The Trace”which runs north and ends inGrand Rivers, KY. The oneway ride is a little over 80miles from Clarksville.

Starting at the southernend of The Trace, the ride offers great scenery andplaces to stop including abison range, an 1850's settlement, beautiful lakes,and much more. Overall the ride offers equalparts of wooded stretches and open sceneryvistas. There are places to eat a quick lunch or to

just stretch your legs, but not many restrooms.The road through The Trace is a black toppedtwo lane road with nice curves and gently rollinghills. A great ride!

Be sure to see Fort Donald-son Civil War battlefield in Doverbefore or after your ride and stopalong the way to see the bisonand ruins of the iron ore furnace. If you are a fisherman and haveroom for your fishing gear, youcan do some fishing along theway, just make sure you have astate license and check with thepark management for any additional requirements whenfishing at LBL.

When you reach the northern end of The Trace, besure to look for Patti's Settlement, located at 1801 J HO’Bryan Ave, Grand Rivers, KY.This is a great place to eat lunchor dinner before your return ridehome! Overall the round trip ridefrom Clarksville is about 160

miles, perfect for a one day excursion. Enjoyyour trip! Remember- ride safe and with a buddy!

OFF the Beaten PathRiding the Trace at LBLby Lonnie Scott

The vision of the Army Civilian Human Resource community is to provide a single point ofentry for all recruitment and hiring activities. USAStaffing (USAS) will expedite the process for applicants, HR professionals, and selecting officialsthrough an efficient web-based interface. USASautomates the recruitment and hiring process, including developing position based assessments,creating and posting vacancy announcements; collecting and reviewing application materials; rating and ranking candidates, issuing referrals,making selections, and notifying applicants of theirstatus, throughout the recruitment process.

As part of the Department of Defense (DoD)

hiring reform initiative, all DoD components willtransition to web-based software owned by theOffice of Personnel Management to fill internaland external vacancies. Fort Campbell Nonap-propriated Funds (NAF) and the Directorate ofFamily and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR)deployed USAS on April 2, 2012.

What does this mean for DFMWR and NAF?No more paper applications or resumes! The application process is fully automated.

• All Army announcements will be available onwww.armycivilianservice.com and www.usajobs.gov.• Applicants must apply through USA StaffingApplication Manager on https://applicationmanager.gov.• USA Staffing uses assessments, cooperativelychosen between HR and the hiring official, to determine the best qualified candidates.• Each applicant must answer assessment questions each time he/she applies for a vacancy.• Applicants must provide any supporting documentation (i.e., DD214, SF50, DA3434, PCSOrders, etc.) at the time of application. Normally,these documents will be uploaded and stored inthe system.

When asked about the change to USAS, Debbie Thomas, Human Resources Officer (NAF),Fort Campbell, said, “USA Staffing is taking theNAF hiring process to an entirely new and excitinglevel of recruiting and hiring the right people forthe right jobs. USAS is bringing us into the 21stCentury.”

For questions concerning USA Staffing, pleasecontact your servicing NAF Human ResourcesPoint of Contact or the ACS Family EmploymentReadiness Program at (270) 798-4412.

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This and That

by Charlene Frasher

Princess & Herofor a Day

This year, MWR Leisure Travel Serviceswill be presenting an elegant twist on the CharacterEvents of years past. We have altered the event toan upscale and elegant yet fun and fantastic Familyaffair for our 4th annual Character Dining Event the“2012 Royal Hero Gala”.

On Saturday, June 23, Cole Park Commons Grand Ballroom will be turned into a formal fantasy ball for all Family members to enjoy.We are encouraging all attendees to come dressedin their best ball attire as specialguests of the Royal Princess’ ofthe Court. Dads and Moms willhave a chance to dance with theirprincess and prince.

Guests will begreeted by several Marvel Superheroes as they enter theRoyal Hero Gala for the social,prior to dinner. This will provide a chance for snapshots and memories.

A noble dining experienceis in store as the Princess’ have instructed the Royal Chef to create aselection of “Specialties of the Castle”. The Royal Menu will consistof entrée’s for the young imperials byway of a sampling of fine cuisine to entice their adolescent palates. A succulent menu for the more mature appetite willconsist of a meal fit for a King and Queen.

The Royal Hero Gala willthen present her Highness’ Cinderella, Belle, Aurora, Jasmine,Snow White, Ariel, Tiana and Rapunzel for an individual meetand greet on location for photoopportunities. ”The Royal HeroGala” will be held from 5 p.m. until8 p.m. This is a ticketed event witha limit of 300 guests; tickets canonly be purchased at MWR LeisureTravel Services beginning May 15.

Tickets will not be sold at the door. Thank you to all our sponsors, without

whom we could not hold this amazing event: USAA,University of Phoenix, Fort Campbell Federal CreditUnion, Mathews Nissan/Garland Nissan, Jenn Lutzwith Scentsy, and Melenie Espinoza with Mary Kay Cosmetics.

Mark your calendars and plan to spendan evening in a magical place where special memories await. We encourage you to bring yourcamera to document this special event. For more information contact us at (270) 798-7436/0509, itrtravel@fortcampbellmwr.com, or stop by our office located in the Exchange Mall.

Are you wondering what Fort Campbelloffers for dogs and their owners? Well, here’s thelow down on what to do with your dog on post!

There are two dog parks on post whereyou can bring your dog(s) to socialize and run freely.The North Dog Park is located on Morgan Roadacross from LaPointe Village Housing area and theSouth Dog Park is located on Bastogne Avenue between Gates 2 and 3. Both dog parks have sep-arate areas for small and large dogs. There’s apuppy playtime at the South Dog Park on Saturdaysand Sundays from 8 a.m. until 10 a.m. Ensure yourdog is up to date on all vaccinations and not aggressive towards dogs or humans.

Outdoor Recreation also offers doghikes (on leash only) throughout the year with ourAdventure Programs. You and your pup can getsome exercise and experience the great outdoorswith each other, all while getting to meet fellow dogowners. Check out our Adventure Programsmonthly calendar on www.fortcampbellmwr.com forupcoming dates.

Fort Campbell Riding Stables (FCRS)and Kennels is the place to bring your dog whenyou can’t take your faithful friend along. The kennels are spacious, clean, and climate controlled.Dogs are let out into grassy yards at least threetimes a day. When the weather permits, they arekept in outdoor kennels during the day. Dogs must

be current on vaccinations in order to make reservations.

So, remember, you are your dog’s“BFF” and don’t forget your furry friend when planning your free time activities!

by Robin Soifer

Your Dog’s Best Friend(is you)

For additional information about these activities, please contact

Outdoor Recreation at (270) 798-2175.

As the hot weather rolls in, there is nothingmore refreshing than to dive into the water andenjoy a good swim. At Fort Campbell, we offermultiple aquatics facilities right here on post.Whether you are learning to swim, participatingin physical training, or looking for a fun hang-out spot, the facilities here will meet your needs.

Dolan Pool, which is located near Gate 1,will open on Memorial Day weekend. DolanPool is a great outdoor facility for Families, especially those with young children. In additionto the regular pool, Dolan offers a Kiddie Pool,the only one located on post, and a Splash Padplay area. Jan Wagner, MWR Aquatics Manager,describes the Splash Pad play area as “a hypedversion of playing in the sprinkler.” The play areaconsists of a concrete pad with water featuressuch as water guns, water buckets and a largesprinkling flower. Instead of waiting for their parents to hook up the lawn sprinkler or pull outthe Slip n’ Slide, kids can come to Dolan Pooland play on the Splash Pad. For adults, parentsand older children, Dolan Pool also offers Recreational Swim hours from 11 a.m. until 6p.m., seven days a week.

Another outdoor pool facility is Single Pool,located on the intersection of Desert Storm Avenue and 42nd Street. Contrary to its name,

Single Pool is not apool exclusively forsingle Soldiers. It is aFamily friendly facility.Single Pool will open during the first week ofJune and is the only place where patrons cantake swimming lessons. Swimming lessons areheld from 8:30 a.m. until 12 p.m. and children asyoung as six months old can participate. Recreational Swim will occur from 12 p.m. until6 p.m., seven days a week. Single Pool is anideal place for beginning swimmers because ithas a zero depth entry, meaning that swimmersgradually step into the water. The pool is alsohandicap accessible and does not receive asmuch foot traffic as the other pools so it is anideal place who those looking for a quieter environment. Single Pool has also undergone alot of renovations within the last year. According to Ms. Wagner, the facilities such asthe office spaces, bathrooms, locker rooms andconcession stand are all brand new. If swimmingin an outdoor pool is not your preference, thenGardner Pool, located on the intersection ofTennessee Avenue and Airborne Street, is available. Gardner Pool, the only indoor pool onpost, is open year round and will maintain itsnormal business hours during the summermonths. Mornings at Gardner Pool are

dedicated to Military Training.Recreational swim does not startuntil 1 p.m. and lasts until 6 p.m.Unlike the other facilities, you canalso take one-hour water aerobicsclasses at 10 a.m., from Monday toFriday, and at 5 p.m., on Monday,Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.Gardner Pool underwent a seriesof renovations over the past fouryears. Ms. Wagner states thatGardner Pool is a “fairly new facility” due to new additions suchas the bath house, concessionstand, classroom and party room. Furthermore, the roof panels andpool liner have been replaced aswell as other pool and electricalequipment.

Before you put on your swimsuit and headto the pool, it is important to be prepared, sincethe summer heat and sun can be dangerous.Safety is a top priority for the MWR Aquaticsstaff. Ms. Wagner recommends that patrons,both children and adults, practice safety habitssuch as applying and reapplying sunscreenthroughout the day, drinking enough water and

listening to directions of the lifeguards. All thepool facilities have a 15 minute Adult Swimevery hour. It is highly recommended that Families use that time to take care of them-selves. Additionally, teens, ages 13 and above,are allowed to enter the facilities without anadult. Teen patrons should make sure to bringtheir IDs as well as food/snacks and money.

At the moment, Baldonado Pool, the largestoutdoor pool on post, tentatively plans to be open by Fourth of July. For now, Dolan, Single and Gardner Pools are the places to beas the summer starts. Day and month passes for individuals and Families are available for purchase.

Please visit www.fortcampbellmwr.com formore information. Hours of operation and admission fees are subject to change. TheAquatics Office can be reached at(270) 798-6310.

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Spotlight on MWR

by Jessica Ryan

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Keeping it Together

For a military child, fitting in is not alwayseasy. Since children in military Families deal withfrequent deployments and moves, it can be hardfor them to find their niche in the community. Luckily, Child, Youth and School Services (CYSS) offers programs and services that help children explore their interests, make new friendsand stay active.

When the Hutcherson Family first cameto Fort Campbell in late 2004, SSG Henry Hutcherson Jr. and his wife Stacia wanted to gettheir children involved with after-school activities. “I wanted them to get outside and do somethingwith sports. I didn’t want them to stay at home allday playing games, “says Stacia, “I didn’t wantthem to be couch potatoes.” With the help ofCYSS, Stacia learned about different activities offered on post. Their children, Henry III, 17, andCree, 12, first played sports such as baseball, soccer and Tae Kwon Do. Both Henry III and Creeare regulars at the Taylor Youth Center (TYC). Theyhave been part of events such as last year’s “Zombie Apocalypse Invades Fort Campbell”,where they got to dress up in spooky costumes andscare anyone who dared to enter the TYC’sHaunted House. Due to their age difference, theyalso found activities for their respective age groups.

Cree is a member of the Experience, Develop, Grow and Excel (EDGE!) program. EDGE! is a free, after school program for childrenbetween the ages 11 and 18. From the arts, fitness,adventure programs and community volunteer opportunities, EDGE! has something for every child.Shannon Kinkle, MWR Program Partnership Specialist and Acting Youth Services Assistant Director, says that programs like EDGE! are alsobeneficial for working parents because they offeractivities after school, evenings and weekends, andall classes are free.

By being part of EDGE!, Cree exploresher many talents and interests. In addition to her involvement in the Haunted House, Cree partici-pated in several activities including playing varioussports, acting in a theater workshop, attending the4H Leadership Summit and becoming a certifiedSCUBA diver. Most notably, Cree starred in a commercial that aired during the TYC’s 2012 SuperBowl Party. She and her fellow EDGE! classmatesalso made a short film called C0F73E. In the film,Cree played a poltergeist who haunts a friend afterhe spilled coffee on her. With the help of BrianBrantley, the Youth Technology Lab Program Lead,

the EDGE! students brainstormed ideas and assisted in writing the script. Cree loves lending hertalents to EDGE! and hopes that more children willcome to TYC. “Once I tell them how fun it [TYC] is,then they will beg their parents to come. I get toshow them around and tell them to sign up forthings. They will sign up and they will recommendit to their friends,” Cree explains.

Likewise, Henry III discovers and develops his skills in the HIRED! ApprenticeshipProgram. The program gives 15 to 18 year oldyouth valuable work experience and training whileworking in MWR operations. By being part ofHIRED! teens acquire skills needed for a highly-competitive job market and have experience which they can put on a resume, collegeapplication, or scholarship application. HIRED!instructors also educate the students about important life skills such as saving money andpreparing for a job interview.

Henry III is currently employed at the DaleWayrynen Recreation Center (DW Rec). His job responsibilities include working at the front counter,distributing movies and games to customers andassisting at special events. Henry also enjoys working with the Soldiers. He comments that “it is

certainly interesting to work at DW Rec. I am alwayskept busy.” In addition to working, Henry III alsolearned important lessons from the HIRED! instructors. He says that grasping how to budgethis earnings was very useful. Like many students inthe HIRED! program, Henry III has become a well-rounded individual and plans to do greatthings as he prepares for college.

Through their involvement with variousafter school programs, the Hutchersons are a successful military Family. By researching new activities and programs, the Hutchersons are notafraid to explore a budding interest or master a newskill. The Family is very proud to be a part of themilitary community and appreciates all the amazingservices provided to military children. “Our niecesand nephews back home don’t have the opportunities to participate in after school programs like this one,” Henry Jr. remarks, “It is onehuge advantage that military kids have.”

The Hutchersons encourage other military Families to get their children involved inCYSS and their programs for children of all ages.For information about EDGE!, HIRED! and otherCYSS programs, please call (270) 412-3994 or visitwww.fortcampbellmwr.com.

TYC Programs Bring Siblings Together

by Jessica Ryan

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Families in Motion

If you’ve been following our Families in Motion, Fitness-friendly Activitiesfor the Family series, then hopefully you’refeeling great about three months of consecutive Family activities. If this is your first time to read our series, it’s not too late to get your Family up and active! Thismonth we’re going to hold a yard sale andstart a garden.

May Even though yard sales are a lot of

work they don’t have to be stressful. If youread the April Families in Motion article thenyou’ve already gotten your Family togetherand you’ve sorted through everything. Nowall you have to do is price it, set up the yard sale tables, stay outside with it all day and then dealwith the items that are left at the end. Okay, thatmakes it sound like a chore but it doesn’t have tobe! Involve your kids by having them set up theirown table selling their old toys, unwanted books,

out-grown clothing; you get the picture. Make aplan with them to donate any items that are leftwhen the sale is over. Now; set up your yard sale,enjoy being outside in the fresh air and sunshine,and relax!

After you’ve had a couple of days to recover from your yard sale and you’reready for more activity, get your Family together and prepare to plant a garden.Just because I used the word “garden” doesn’t mean you have to dig up half youryard, you can plant a container garden.You can even use some of your yard salemoney to buy seeds or seedlings! Container gardening is simply growingyour garden in – you guessed it – contain-ers. You can get just as creative with a container garden as you can with a largegarden. You can find information aboutplanting a garden on line, in the library, inthe bookstore or you can contact the

Montgomery County Cooperative Extension Program at (931) 648-5725.

Get some seeds and seedlings into yoursoil and watch for the June installment of Families in Motion when we’ll be working outsidein our gardens.

by CynDe ClackYard Sales & May Flowers

Don’t worry about perfection, just dig in and grow something beautiful or good to eat.