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3 Geronimo!Get your adrenaline fix skydiving.

7 Gentlemen, Start Your Engines!Check out the many locations you can experience NASCAR live.

10 Discover a Whole New World of Underwater AdventuresSubmerge into a sea of exploration scuba diving.

14 Go Rock Wild Scale new heights rock climbing in Tennessee.

15 Ultimate TakedownGet your blood pumping with Ultimate Fighting Championship.

20 Escape to DaytonaBOSS getaway to Daytona.

21 The Rendezvous ContinuesCelebrations for 2011 Week of the Eagles.

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First, do your research! Ask around as there are plenty of people in thisarea who have skydived. Also check out the websites of the various skydiving places and do not be afraid to ask questions about cost, instructor (jump master) experience, if there is a weight limit and atwhat altitude you will jump. In this case no question is a dumb questionand the skydiving facility should be willing to answer all your questionsto make you feel at ease.

Once you have found the skydiving facility of your choice,schedule an appointment to make your first jump. First time jumpersusually jump in what is called a “tandem jump.” A tandem jump iswhere you have a certified tandem master attached to you with a very secure harness. As the two of you enter the plane you will position yourselves so that the jump master can attach the two of you together.Make sure you are comfortable with your jump master as the two of youwill be together for the entire ride. Most planes used for skydiving do nothave traditional plane seats. Instead they have bench like seats whichmake it easy to slide over to the door for easy exiting of the aircraft. The first time jumper exits the aircraft, attached to their tandemmaster, from an altitude of 10,000 to 14,000 feet and experience 30 to 60 seconds of free fall. At 5,000 feet, the instructor deploys the parachute, specially designed for two. All the instruction you will needto get the most out of your jump will be provided to you upon arriving foryour scheduled jump.

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There’s nothing quite like the exhilaration and freedomyou feel as you step out of an aircraft and free fall towards theearth. As a person who has skydived I can definitely tell you,skydiving is something everyone should experience at least once,especially if you are an adrenaline junkie thrill seeker like me!

Fort Campbell is home to the 101st Airborne Divisionwhich means many Soldiers have already experienced the excitement of jumping out of an aircraft, the free fall, and parachuting associated with skydiving. Hosting the world class Sabalauski Air Assault School where Soldiers have been training sincethe 1950's and being the home of the 101st Airborne Division’s Parachute Demonstration Team (PDT), it is no secret that the sport ofskydiving impacts our way of life on a local level.

For those who have not had the great fortune to experience skydiving with the Army, here is what you can do to accomplish this mustdo activity, and a brief overview of what a first time skydiver can expect.

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Tandem jumpers whoare bitten by the thrill of the skydiving bug can progress to Accelerated Free Fall (AFF)classes for more advanced training. AFF Level 1 course willteach the fundamentals of skydiving and is the next stepafter tandem skydiving. Thereare seven levels to AFF and eachlevel has different requirementsto pass. Once a student haspassed all seven levels they canbe certified to skydive without the assistance of an instructor.

Now that you have anidea of what is available for firsttime and experienced jumperssome of you may still be a bit skeptical about trying thissport. Maybe you are worriedabout the risks associated withskydiving? According to howstuffworks.com, the UnitedStates Parachuting Association(USPA) estimates that about350,000 people complete morethan 3 million jumps in a typicalyear. Of those 350,000 peopleonly about 30 people die in parachuting accidents. Whencompared to the 40,000 peoplewho die in traffic accidents every year, you can see statisticallyyou are safer skydiving than driving or riding in a car.

Luckily for the single Soldiers, and geographicalbachelors or bachelorettes, the Fort Campbell Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) provides an opportunityfor you to skydive with the trips they take several times a year to Huntsville, Alabama with Skydive Alabama. These trips areprovided by BOSS at discounted rates for Soldiers and are well

received with the BOSS program. Skydive Alabama’s regulations require jumpers to be19 years of age and participantsmay not weigh more than 245lbs. Required age and weightlimits may vary depending on the skydive center you choose. Although you may not meet orexceed the weight limit, it is particularly important that youpay attention to the weight limitsenforced by the skydiving center.The lesser weight limits could indicate a lack of experienceand/or modern equipment necessary to handle heavier individuals. This can push youclose to the limit of their experience or equipment which increases the risk of unnecessarydanger.

If you can’t wait for the next BOSS trip consider planning atrip yourself and invite some friends. There are several places in theClarksville-Nashville area that practice the sport of skydiving. One ofthese places is Adventure Skydiving Tennessee (AST). Located inNashville, AST welcomes first time jumpers, offers sky diving classes,and has an experienced skydiving club. With state of the art equipment,AST is the most experienced skydiving center in Nashville, TennesseeAST also offers skydive coaching in custom freefly training, canopy training, swoop seminars, RW training, experienced team/RW coaching,basic entry level coaching, and various rigging classes such as assembly and repacks, Cypress service, parachute maintenance, and container maintenance for experienced jumpers. and provide the largestskydiving training facility in the South East. Whether it’s your first time or hundredth time to jump, you are sure to enjoy your jumping experience with AST.

Many, if not all, skydiving centers offer special packages whereyou can get your skydiving experience captured with pictures and onfilm. I chose to take advantage of the package option when I went skydiving and can tell you it is worth it. I love the fact that I can lookback on that memory whenever I want, and that I can share the experience with Family and friends. Now that you know the basics, whatare you waiting for? Come enjoy an experience you will remember for a lifetime!

To discover more opportunities provided by the BOSS program call(270) 798-7391/7858, or stop by and visit the BOSS head quarterslocated inside Dale Wayrynen Recreation Center, 6645 Desert StormAvenue. For more information about everything Adventure SkydivingTennessee has to offer, call 1-888-357-9800.

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THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF STOCK CAR RACING(NASCAR) is fast cars and great times. However, what is now an inter-national business had some pretty shady roots.

The roots of the NASCAR legacy began with bootlegging, highspeed pursuit and good, all-around degeneracy. Born of the time whenfast and sturdy cars were needed to run alcohol during prohibition inthe 1920’s, racing gave these drivers something to do when they werenot running from the law on the windy southern back roads. Throughoutthe 1930’s and up to World War II (WWII), racing took place on dirttracks across the U.S., but Daytona Beach, Florida was the hub for racers of the time. The different sections of the track consisted of pavement, dirt, and sand; one section was even right on the beach.Everyone loved to race but rules were loose and crooked promoters keptthe money from the drivers and held back the expansion of this sport.

As racing became more popular, driver William France Sr.stepped in to give structure. Racing as early as 1935, France Sr. hadseen Daytona in its glory but found it in disarray after WWII. After beingrestored, Daytona raceway became the proving grounds for the start ofNASCAR racing in 1948. France Sr. helped breathe new life into thetrack and set the stage for the future of racing.

Racing in the 1950’s and 60’s prompted new advances to vehicle design. The Hemi, used by Chrysler, was created for NASCAR,

as well as fuel injection and most of the safety equipment seen in ourautomobiles today. It is safe to say a new part or innovation is tested ina race car before it is ever put into public production. Even future eco-friendly items like friction drive electric motors or energy savingbrakes are race inspired.

NASCAR propelled the careers of many drivers, making namessuch as Petty and Earnhart common known household racing names.The Petty Family started racing in 1948 and didn’t stop until 2008,giving them the credit of being the only four-generation NASCAR Family. The 1970’s to the present have produced drivers such as DaleEarnhardt, and his son, Jr., as well as Jeff Gordan and Cale Yarbourough,all celebrities in their own right.

The current race franchise consists of the Nationwide Series,Sprint Cup Series and Camping World Truck Series with NASCAR addingtrucks in 1995. NASCAR also sponsors NASCAR Local Racing, whichhas smaller, regional stock car racing divisions. NASCAR has grown intoCanada as well as Mexico and soon Asia as Toyota and Honda have plansto join the field.

NASCAR racing series has become one of the largest sportingevents in history. The Army recognized the potential of reaching fanswith information about enlistment and now sponsors Ryan Newman todrive the #39 car; while the National Guard has legendary Dale

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Earnhardt Jr. in car #88, driving for their team. Kentucky Speedway has finally secured a long-sought Sprint

Cup race and will host the Quaker 400 on July 9, 2011. You can seeboth the Amy and the National Guard teams at the Kentucky Speedwayin Sparta, Kentucky only 4 hours from Fort Campbell. On July 31, 2011Indianapolis Motor Speedway (only 5 hours away) will host the Brickyard400. The Brickyard 400 is an annual 400-mile NASCAR Sprint Cuprace and has become NASCAR's most-attended event attracting over250,00 fans annually!

The IRWIN Tools Night Race at Bristol Motor Speedway in

Bristol, Tennessee is a NASCAR Sprint Cup Series stock car race andis considered one of the most popular racing events and has the longestwaiting list for tickets. Bristol Motor Speedway will host this year’sIRWIN Tools Night Race on August 27, 2011.

Another great NASCAR event will be held on September 4,2011 at the Atlanta Motor Speedway in Hampton, Georgia. A mere 5 hours away, Atlanta Speedway will host the Labor Day Classic 500.Formerly the Pep Boys Auto 500, the Labor Day Classic 500 offers anexciting way to end your Labor Day weekend.

Also only 5 hours away is the Talladega Superspeedway in Talladega, Alabama. On October 23, 2011 theTalladega Superspeedway will host the AMP Energy 500 which is one of four races currentlyrun with restrictor plates which limits top speed(increasing safety) and levels the playing field.

Although NASCAR’s beginning is deeplyrooted in prohibition and bootlegging, this sporthas earned its rank among American’s top fivefavorite pass times. Many locations are a day tripaway but why not make it a quick weekend getaway? MWR Leisure Travel Services can helpyou plan a weekend trip to any of these destinations and they may be able to find you excellent package deals as well. Contact MWRLeisure Travel Services today by visitingwww.fortcampbellmwr.com/trades-services/ITRor call (270) 798-7436.

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Water covers just a little over seventy percent of the Earth’ssurface, or about 139.4 million square miles. From the ancient swimmers who cut hollow reeds to breathe air as the first rudimentarysnorkels to the rigid diving suits and Aqua Lungs created by JacquesCousteau, scuba diving has become more than just ways to breatheunder water, it has become a lifestyle. The word scuba is actually anacronym for Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus. However,

the term scuba has now been widely accepted to refer to diving in general.

In the Clarksville and Hopkinsville areas there are several dive shopsand locations to enjoy scuba diving. On the Hopkinsville side there is the Pennyroyal ScubaCenter (PSC) Blue Springs Resort, a breathtaking22 acre spring-fed quarry that allows divers to explore over 40 sunken treasures, and offers awide selection of overnight accommodations, afull service dive shop with on site air and Nitroxfills, rentals, an on-site service department,classes and more.

In Clarksville, the dive source to go to isDive Time. Located off of Madison Street, DiveTime offers a wide variety of diveclasses, as well as stocking thelatest in scuba equipment. Diversare welcome to participate in anyof the many trips that are plannedsuch as their monthly trips toPanama City, Florida and their oncea year Blackbeard’s diving trip in theGrand Bahamas. The Panama Citytrip is perfect for a weekend getaway

and is all inclusive except for food and transportation; while the Black-beard’s trip is perfect for R&R with a weeklong trip that is all inclusive except transportation.

Both dive centers prepare and certify divers at various levels ofdiving skills. It is up to the diver to decide how much certification theywould like to obtain. However, it is important to know that to dive to certain depths, particular diving certifications are required. Once youhave your certification you are eligible to dive anywhere in the world. Ofcourse, other countries and dive destinations may have different requirements, so it is best to research those requirements prior to arriving at your dive destination. Some local one day trips that are recommended for divers are Mermet Springs in Southern Illinois, andMartha’s Quarry in Nashville, Tennessee. Although there are severalquarries in the Clarksville area, most of those are reserved for trainingand not ideal for leisure diving trips.

Scuba diving is great way to enhance your physical and mental health. The best part is you don’t have to be extremely fit making this sport accessible to everyone. You never know when attempting something new will create a lifetime love as Lee Billings,

owner of Dive Time found out early in his military career. “When I was stationed with theNavy at Guantanamo, I started diving because I had both some of the best dive conditions inthe hemisphere, and next to nothing else to dobeing trapped on base. I didn't realize at thetime, but I was starting a lifelong passion for oneof life's great adventure sports and even a future occupation,” said Billings.

Whether you’re a novice or an experienceddiver I encourage you to get out there andhave an adrenaline packed adventure! For more information regarding scuba certifications, upcoming trips, or generalscuba questions, give the professionals atDive Time a call at (931) 920-8463; or visittheir website at www.mydivetime.com. Theprofessionals at Dive Time will be happy toanswer any of your questions and get youset-up to enjoy a whole other world underwater!

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Underwater AdventuresDiscover a Whole New World

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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. *Werner Park #1 (SAS)17. *Werner Park #2 (SAS)11. 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 Zone36. 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

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BOSS Events

July 8 Great Escape Movie Night 4:30pmSign up at D.W. Rec Center. Open to the first 15 Soldiers who sign up.

July 15 BOSS Zanies Comedy Club Trip 4:30pm DepartureFeatured comedian Arnez J. Fee $5. Sign up and pay at D.W. Rec Center. Open to the first 30 Soldiers who sign up.

July 17 - 24 Daytona Beach Trip 4am DepartureDepart D.W. Rec Center on July 17 and return on July 24. Soldiers must have an approved leave form. Cost: $150 per Soldier to the first 40 Soldiers who sign up.

July 29 BOSS Pool Party (Single’s Pool) 6pm-10pmOpen to all single Soldiers. Cost to participate is $3 and includes food, door prizes, games and music.

BOSS events are open to all eligible single Soldiers and geographical bachelors. POC is SPC Pierce, Neicey Davis or Linda Howle at 798-7391/7446/7858

DW Rec Center

July 3 Popcorn and Movie 2pmEnjoy a recently released movie on our large screen TV while snacking on FREE popcorn. Featured movie will be announced the week before the showing.

July 4 Independence Day 9am-6pmDale Wayrynen Community Recreation Center, 6145 Desert Storm Ave “OPEN” on July 4th. Come and participate in a variety of activities.

July 10 BOSS Talent Tryouts 2pmLooking for talented individuals to be in a variety show. Acts can include male and female vocal soloist, vocal instrumental soloist, instrumental soloist, rap – male or female, vocal duet, vocal group, instrumental group, vocal instrumental group, dance individual or group, Praise Dance, solo or group, comedian, and specialty acts.

July 12 Tryouts for play “The Foreigner” 7pm“The Foreigner” by Larry Shue, is presented by special arrangement with dramatists Play Service, Inc., New York. Needed: 5 actors and 2 actresses, plus backstage help to include set, sound, and lighting and costume design. Production will be held in August.

July 17 Make Your Own Sundae 3pmMake your own ice cream creation for FREE. Several flavors of ice cream and a wide variety of toppings will be provided.

Adventure Program Calendar

July 2 Dog Hike 11am $2 per dogWe will be hiking the trails located around Outdoor Recreation. For the safety of all, dogs must remain on leashes and under control at all times while on this hike. Meet at the Outdoor Recreation Adventure Programs Lounge, Bldg #6645. Preregistration required by 4pm on July 1.

July 5 Climbing 101 4pm-6pm $15 Age 14+This class will prepare you with the basic knowledge to venture into the high adrenaline based sport of Rock Climbing. Meet at the Challenge Course Complex. Preregistration required by 2pm on July 5.

July 8-10 Intro to Whitewater Kayaking 8am-6pm $125 Age 16+ Join ODR as we teach you the basics of the sport, first on the lake and then on one of the many great rivers located in the Smoky Mountain range. This trip includes transportation, lodging (camping), food, equipment, and instruction. No prior experience required, however all participants MUST be able to swim. All logistics will be covered at the mandatory pre-trip and lake skills session on July 7 at Lake Kyle from 4pm-7pm.

July 11 Mountain Bike Meet-Up 4:30pm-6:30pm $5 Age 14+ BJoin Outdoor Recreation for a trail ride through the trails located around Outdoor Rec. Bring your own bike and it’s FREE, if you don’t have a bike try one of ours for only $5! We accept people with all skill abilities from beginner to advanced! Meet at the ODR Adventure Programs Lounge, Bldg #6645. Preregistration NOT-required but encouraged for all who need a bike. Please preregister by 2pm on July 11.

July 16-17 Family Camping Weekend 4pm $15 Age 2+Enjoying and relaxing in the outdoors at Lake Kyle. ODR will be providing canoes and kayaks, bikes, dinner and breakfast, a campfire, and s’mores to cook over the open fire. Fishing is allowed (proper permits and licensing required prior to trip). Please bring your own tent, sleeping bags, and any personal items you may need. Preregistration required by 4pm on July 15.

July 23 Virgin Falls Hike 9am-3pm $25 Age 8+Join us for this challenging hiking trip. This in and out trip totaling near 9 miles will offer breathtaking landscapes, deep woods and unique combination of caves and waterfalls. Bring lunch, snacks and water. Preregistration required by 4pm July 22

July 30 Ocoee Rafting Upper & Middle 6am-9pm $135 Age 14+We will be paddling 8+ miles on two different stretches the Upper (Olympic Stretch) and Middle with rapids from class III-IV. All rafting equipment provided, bring secure shoes, (no flip-flops or bare feet) a sacked lunch or snacks and money for dinner on the way home. Preregistration required by 4pm on July 18.

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SUMMER HAS ARRIVED, WHICH MEANS IT’S TIME FORfun social activities such as barbecues, volleyball, boating and fishing.How about mixing thingsup this summer by enter-taining a new concept inal fresco fun? Nothingsays adventure like thegreat outdoors. FortCampbell is located in agreat region for all naturaladventure such as hiking,biking, camping, trekking,caving and white waterrafting. Rock climbing isalso in abundance withseveral mountains andpeaks available in theTennessee area. Buddy upand conquer rocks suchas Kings Bluff, BlackMountain, Castle Rock,Foster Falls and more.Make this summer a mission to remember orstart a new hobby that willset your goals high.

If you havenever climbed before, the first items you should have on your list of things to dois to take a class, get instruction, and remember safety first. Once you havecompleted those tasks, then you canhead to the hills and challenge yourselfas you reach for the sky.

Kings Bluff is located nearClarksville, Tennessee and is quickly becoming a popular location to enjoy aclimbing experience. The 9.78 acres oflimestone crag hosts over 160 routesnavigating along the Cumberland River.The routes range in height from 30 to80 feet and are almost exclusively sporthowever, a few of the routes are mixed.

Black Mountain is sited west ofKnoxville, Tennessee near Crossville.This area is well known for its vast mazeof passageways and channels that havebeen formed by the cliffs and huge boulders. Black Mountain lies at 2,900feet on the Cumberland Plateau and isthe focal point of the Cumberland Trail State Park.

Castle Rock is situated near Jasper, Tennessee and can be seenas you drive up the hill towards Foster Falls. Castle rock consists of 80to 120 feet tall bullet sandstone with over 50 sport and traditionalroutes. Additionally, Castle Rock offers one of the hardest routes in the

state of Tennessee. Be sure to research this location prior to attempting the climb. Remember safety first.

Foster Falls is locatedin the South CumberlandState Park near TracyCity, Tennessee. This isthe home to various impressive sport climbingcourses in a mountainforest locale. You cantake pleasure in the immense waterfall at Foster Falls on your trekinto the rock face. Offering many uniqueroutes aptly namedWristlets, Framed, Kill orBe Killed, Bottled upWarrior, Twist and Shout, Ankles Away and Proposition, FosterFalls has something to challenge even the mostexperienced climber.

There are many rulesand regulations regardingrock climbing at all

locations. Be sure to research eachsite prior to planning your marchupward and onward. Restrictionsregarding parking, safety, etiquette,accessibility, do’s and don’ts, permission for privately ownedland, waivers, food, trash, quietareas, closures, weather, campingand more could determine what location you choose for your next adventure.

If you are new to climbing Fort Campbell Outdoor Recreation (ODR) provides Climbing 101 classes that cover allthe basics of rock climbing. ODRalso offers rock climbing tripsthroughout the year to Kings Bluff,providing you a great opportunity totest your new skills at affordableprices with trained climbers.

For more informationon Climbing 101, rock climbing

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THE UPCOMING WEEK OF THE EAGLES COMBATIVES tournament in August is sure to generate even more interest in MixedMartial Arts (MMA). Modern Army Combatives is very similar to MMAand while there are multiple martial arts studios inClarksville, only two offer in-depth training programs inMMA. If you have never seen or heard of MMA, you might befamiliar with UFC. Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) isprobably the most well known of the franchises. Accordingto Ron Dayley of Scientific Street Fighting (SSF) Academyand John Renken of Clarksville Mixed Martial Arts Academy(CMMAA); most Soldiers come into their gyms because of a UFC fight. Both Dayley and Renken have experience training Soldiers with the majority of their adult customers being Soldiers.

Renken, owner of CMMAA on Fort Campbell Blvd,is currently the Modern Army Combatives Program (MACP)Instructor on Fort Campbell. Many of his clients come in to CMMAA because of the course he instructs on the installation. Renken also offers a one week free trial for patrons to sample his classes before committing to a contract. CMMAA is open Monday through Saturday and hasa wide variety of classes available in both the grappling andstriking rooms. Renken has led the Fort Campbell Combatives team to 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 5th Place in theArmy Championships. He has also placed fighters in over60 MMA bouts.

Dayley is the owner and head MMA instructor atSSF on College St. in Clarksville. He is a former Lion’s Denfighter and trained with Ken and Frank Shamrock in theearly 1990’s. Dayley is a Sambo expert, purple Brazilian Jui-Jitsu (BJJ) belt, and MACP level II certified. SSF hasbeen selected to compete in the UFC and Strikeforce twicesince they opened a little over three years ago. He has alsocornered SSF fighters, the most recent Steven Durr, whowon his bout in the first round with a triangle submission.In 2010 SSF was awarded Gym of the Year by Around theOctagon. This is an amazing accomplishment for a gym thathas been around less than five years. SSF Academy is alsoopen Monday through Saturday and has a variety of classes.One class that is unique to SSF is the Aerobic Pole DancingClass. Dayley said this is a great class for women to build endurance and it’s much harder than it looks.

What keeps Soldiers coming back isn’t the potential for fame and glory, but the discipline and interestthat is generated by learning all the different styles of fighting. Becoming an MMA fighter isn’t something thathappens overnight. Training requires patience and endurance. MMA is afull contact sport that has evolved from a no holds barred match, to fiveminute rounds in the cage with safety at the forefront. The rules allowthe use of striking and grappling techniques, both while standing and onthe ground. This allows for fighters of different backgrounds to competeand also forces each fighter to learn a variety of techniques.

Jui-Jitsu, wrestling, Judo, Karate, Muay Thai and kickboxing areall various styles that make up MMA matches. Techniques generally fall

into two categories; striking (such as kicks, knees, elbows and punches)and grappling (clinch, pining and submission holds, sweeps, takedownsand throws). When UFC became popular in the early 1990’s, straight style

fighting was popular. The sport has evolved to the point where a fightercan no longer stick to one technique. Renken used the example of pairing a wrestler with a boxer. The wrestler is more likely to take theboxer down to the mat and win by submission. Striking an opponent rarelywins a fight, due to fighters training in the different styles. The wrestlerhas learned to sweep his opponent to the mat and use different moves tokeep the boxer down. It’s difficult to throw a punch while you are in aprone position. Renken said some camps (or training gyms) will also study

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recorded tapes before a match. The goal is to know what the opponentrelies on consistently and learn to counter their moves. Dayley comparedcurrent fights to a chess game; every move is strategic and well thought-out. He appreciates the one on one dynamic of a fight butstresses that training is a team mentality. Dayley also thinks fights werea bit more exciting years ago due to the “no holds barred” mentality butsafety is a primary concern now.

Injuries were horrific and usually career ending prior to the implementation of the “Unified Rules of Mixed Martial Arts” in July of2009. Fighters wear minimal protective gear to include; cups for males,approved shorts, no footwear, light gloves that allow fingers to grab and

a mouth piece. If a female is fighting, a sports bra ortight fitting tank is allowed. There have only been twodeaths that have been attributed directly to MMAfights in the U.S. Common injuries include; hyperextension of the joints, MCL/ACL tears, orbitalsocket breaks and cuts. The more serious injuries thatcan occur are breaks of the arms and legs, braintrauma (TBI) and spinal injuries. Renken also notedthat the injuries he sees are comparable to other impact sports. He also feels since there is minimalprotective gear, both fighters are more self aware ofthe damage that can occur. In an amateur bout afighter cannot strike a downed opponent, neck andhead strikes are not allowed and the fighters are alsonot allowed to use knees and elbows. Part of the reasoning behind this is to build the fighter’sstrengths and keep them in the best condition possible before they go pro. Once a fighter goes pro,they are not able to return to amateur status as a fighter.

There are several different ways a fight canbe won. A decision can be made by the judges, KOor TKO, cut stoppage (free bleeding), doctor stoppageand submission holds. Submission holds include:choke holds and arm and leg holds. Both Renken and Dayley agreed that fighters do not need to feel shamewith a loss, especially as they come up through theamateur ranks. There are weight classes within the

MMA so fighters aren’t pitted against an opponent that significantly outweighs them.

Amateur fights that are sanctioned by the state are fairly easy to find if you want to get your adrenaline pumping by watching a livematch. The National Guard Armory and the fairgrounds in Clarksville haveboth hosted fight nights recently. CMMAA and SSF Academy want to encourage Soldiers to come in and check out their programs to find theright fit.

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Clarksville Mixed Martial Arts Academy (931) 546-8118

• $80 per month for one style •• $110 per month unlimited classes •

• $140 per month couples •• $80 per month for Soldier returning from deployment •

Scientific Street Fighting Academy (931) 249-6598

• $85 per month for one style •• $ 135 per month for three styles •• 10% discount for active duty •

IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN WHERE THE BETTER Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) Program takes 40 lucky single Soldiers to Daytona Beach for a week of fun and relaxation. This year’s trip isscheduled for July 17- 24 and is filled with plenty of adventures in the sun.Since many of you are just returning from deployment and in desperate needof a holiday, this is the perfect time to plan a week long getaway. You deserveit for all you do for our country.

This welcome back retreat provides Soldiers a great way to escapefrom the hurried pace of everyday life and deployment. Treat yourself, and findtime to focus on rejuvenating, celebrating and just plain letting loose! Participants will visit tourist attractions, receive an admission pass to Universal Studios and Island Adventure, enjoy delicious food at the BOSS cook-out, participate in a volleyball tournament, fish,and have free time to explore the many attractions Daytona has to offer.

Daytona Beach is renowned for itsbeaches and motorsports, but the area alsooffers an abundance of shopping, nightlife,cultural events, and sporting activities, making it the perfect vacation spot. Daytona’s vast beaches can accommodate awide range of activities to include swimming

and scuba diving. But that's not all Daytona has to offer! Enjoy Daytona’s lavish golf courses or visit the Daytona International Speedway and the Poncede Leon Lighthouse. If you enjoy cultural events Daytona Beach area has alarge selection of live theater and performing arts venues as well.

You can enjoy this week long vacation for a small fee of $150, whichincludes transportation, accommodations, double park pass to Universal Studios and Island Adventure and of course plenty of entertainment. To reserve your spot stop by D.W. Recreation Center, located at 6145 Desert StormAvenue and register today. Fees and approved leave slip are due at time of registration. You don’t want to miss out on this trip! No matter what adventure

or relaxation you seek we will have you covered. The annual BOSS Daytona Tripwill have everything you want and more. Weare committed to helping you relax for aweek and we have all the connections tomake it happen.

Be sure to get your leave form approved, reserve your spot and pay yourfee today. Hurry because reservations aregoing fast! For more information about theBOSS Daytona Beach Trip, contact theBOSS Office at (270) 798-7858/7391.

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The Rendezvous Continuesby Tara Goodson

Fort Campbell continues its “Rendezvous with Destiny” thisyear during the 2011 Week of the Eagles. The first Week of the Eagleswas held in May of 1973 and was touted as a celebration of the Division’s combat readiness in Vietnam. It included reviews, competitions among Soldiers and units and several different activities forthe community. We have seen it evolve to a weeklong celebration andmove to August to continue celebrating our Soldiers.

The festivities kick off Friday, August 5 with the Division Runat 6:30 a.m. The Welcome Center, located at Gate 7, will open at 8 a.m.and will remain open until 10 p.m. daily. Events that will be open to thegeneral public include the Welcome Center, Community Fair, Fun Run,Run for the Fallen, Legacy Golf Tournament, Memorial Ceremony,

Normandy Barbeque, Division Review and Awards Ceremony. The reviewand awards ceremony will officially wrap up the events for the week.

Soldier and unit competitions this year include softball, basketball, 5k/10k run, toughest Air Assault Soldier, marksmanship andcombatives. These events are Soldier centered and include some verytough competition. Sign up for the sport you’d like to compete in throughyour unit. The brigade that receives the most medals will receive a tro-phy and more importantly the bragging rights until next year’s Week ofthe Eagles. In 2009, 2nd Brigade was the top contender and has had thetrophy for 2 years.

Who will take them on this year?

August 5

Division Run 6:30 a.m.Welcome Center 8:00 a.m.

August 6

10k Run/5k/1m Fun Run 6:30 a.m.Welcome Center 8:00 a.m.BACH Community Fair 10:00 a.m.

August 7

Welcome Center 8:00 a.m.Run for the Fallen 6:00 p.m.

August 8

Legacy Golf Tournament 8:00 a.m.Welcome Center 8:00 a.m.Softball 9:00 a.m.Basketball 9:00 a.m.Combatives Weigh In 9:00 a.m.

August 9

Toughest AASLT Soldier 3:00 a.m.Welcome Center 8:00 a.m.Combatives Tournament 9:00 a.m.Softball semi-finals 9:00 a.m.Marksmanship Competition 10:00 a.m.

August 10

Welcome Center 8:00 a.m.Basketball semi-finals 9:00 a.m.Combatives finals 9:00 a.m.Softball CDR vs SGM Cup 12:30 p.m.

August 11

Welcome Center 8:00 a.m.Basketball finals 9:00 a.m.Softball finals 9:00 a.m.Memorial Ceremony 4:00 p.m.Normandy BBQ 6:30 p.m.

August 12

Welcome Center 8:00 a.m.Division Review 10:00 a.m.Division Awards Ceremony 10:30 a.m.

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Times are correct at time of publication and subject to change