fort wainwright bear in review
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A look at FY10: What Family and MWR did for you!TRANSCRIPT
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4 >> EVENTS
28 >> DID YOU KNOW?
22 >> A NEW APPROACH
14 >> NEW PROGRAMS
34 >> SAVE THE DATE
It is my great pleasure and honor to serve as YOUR Family and Morale, Welfare & Recreation (FMWR) Director at Fort Wainwright. Our goals in FY10 were to bring our customers enhanced programming and take care of your Families, while staying within the budget and guidelines of the Army.
The BEAR in review was developed to give you a “stock holders” report of what was actually accomplished within the FMWR programs and a greater understanding of who we are. We consider each customer (Soldier, Civilian, Retiree or Family Member) a stock holder.
Each dollar of profit in Fort Wainwright FMWR programs is reinvested here in our organization to provide better service and more modern facilities for you. The following pages will give you a view of what was accomplished in the way of programming, how many customers were served and where the improvements are being made.
Many of the new programs were developed based on suggestions from you, our customers. Each and every ICE comment card is reviewed by me. The FMWR staff has also worked this year to develop various partnerships with businesses and organizations of Fairbanks and Seward, leading to enhanced events for you.
We thank each and every one of you for your continued support and look forward to an amazing 2011. As you travel throughout the world I encourage you to make FMWR your “First Choice”.
Mary Jo “MJ” LohrenzDirector, FMWR
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EVENTS
FUN RUNS ANDTHE ARMY TEN MILER
Fun Runs:81 runnersArmy Ten Miler:73 runners
Fort Wainwright hosted two Family Fun Runs and the Army Ten Miler qualifying run to promote Family health and fitness, camaraderie among Soldiers, and a healthy competition for all participants. T-shirts were given to all entrants and trophies were awarded to the top finishers in each male and female age category.
>> BEAR IN REVIEW: A LOOK BACK IN FY10
Our 3-day Alaskan version of the “X-games” where over 1,600 people attended the March Madness extravaganza. Activities included:
• Iron Man race• Rail Jam• Soap Box Derby• Snow Surf Challenge• bonfire & S’mores
Photo courtesy by Fort Wainwright PAO.
MARCH MADNESS
LADD 70TH ANNIVERSARY AND COMMUNITY CELEBRATION
Soldiers, Families and the Fairbanks community celebrated the 70th Anniversary and historical significance of Ladd Airfield. There was entertainment for all ages including a kid’s fun zone, live music and other entertainment. Photos courtesy by Fort Wainwright PAO.
• Kid’s Fun Zone• stryker, helicopter, aircraft displays• smoke jumpers, military working dogs, FWA Fire Dept.• air ground demos by 16th CAB and 1/25• WWII aircraft, vehicles, uniforms, and equipment displays.
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2010 LADD Airfield Anniversary
Fort Wainwright, Alaska
>> BEAR IN REVIEW: A LOOK BACK IN FY10
MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD CARNIVAL (MOMC)This month long celebration of military children concluded with MOMC Carnival to provide fun family activities that parents, children and siblings could do together. More than 1,000 children and adults attended featuring dress-up photos, program information, arts and crafts, birdhouse and planter building, a speed and agility obstacle course, clowns and balloons, and a teen fashion show.
Photos courtesy by Fort Wainwright PAO.
BETTER OPPORTUNITIES FOR SINGLE SOLDIERS (B.O.S.S.)
Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers is a program that supports the overall quality of life for single and unaccompanied Soldiers through:
• community involvement (3,744 volunteer hours)• Big Brothers/Big Sisters partnership• recreational/leisure activities• hosted various events including the annual FMWRC B.O.S.S. conference• Soldiers Against Drunk Driving S.A.D.D. (call 353-6610)• Fairbanks Resource Agency
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SUPER BOWL PARTYAT THE WARRIOR ZONESoldiers enjoyed the annual Super Bowl party at the Warrior Zone. The game was featured on the big screen and the 15 high definition televisions around the facility. Free food, and door prizes were given throughout the game along with one lucky winner receiving the grand prize recliner.
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EVENTS
Delegates from the Army community identify well-being and quality of life issues. This event allowed Soldiers, Families, Youth, DA Civilians and Retirees to inform their leaders about what is/isn’t working, and ways to improve the local community.
Photos courtesy by Fort Wainwright PAO.
ARMY FAMILY ACTION PLAN
Next AFAP:March 31
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Soldiers, leaders, Family members and supporters celebrated Fort Wainwright’s volunteers April 20 at the Southern Lights Chapel during the 2010 Volunteer Recognition Ceremony.
Photo courtesy by Fort Wainwright PAO.
VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION CEREMONY
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Fort Wainwright’s official kick-off of the holiday season offered many activities including pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus, various children’s games, family building activities, free ice skating, performances, and other entertainment.
Photos courtesy by Fort Wainwright PAO.
TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION
EVENTS
Next celebration:December 2, 2011
>> BEAR IN REVIEW: A LOOK BACK IN FY10
Nearly 1,500 rockers enjoyed the multi-platinum rock bands featuring “Drowning Pool” and Alaska based “Static Cycle”. This event helped unite our community and allowed us to stand together and celebrate the freedom the troops provide America. The Warrior Zone hosted the after-party where both bands signed autographs and took photos with fans.
NORTHERN LIGHTS ROCKFEST
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THE WARRIOR ADVENTURE QUEST is a program funded throughthe Army Family Covenant and designed for Soldiers who haverecently redeployed and are transitioning back into their noncombat lives. The goal of the WAQ program is to teach Soldiers, leaders andunits mitigation and coping skills that can address unresolved transition issues, build unit cohesion and morale and contributeto combat readiness.
Photo courtesy by Fort Wainwright PAO.
WARRIOR ADVENTURE QUEST
NEW PROGRAMS
1,772 Soldierstook part in the Warrior Adventure Quest.
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NEW PROGRAMS
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The Post Library hosts Imagination Hour where there is a story and accompanying craft every Friday at 3:45 p.m. at no cost. This program has become increasingly popular and there is always a full crowd every week. Themes included:
• holiday specific• igloos• Snoopy • volcanoes• rainforests
STORY HOUR & CRAFTS
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THE EDGE! PROGRAM offers out of school opportunities for children and youth ages 6 to 18 to experience, develop, grow and excel by participating in adventure, art, fitness, and life skill activities. 2010 marked the first year for the program and it has been steadily growing in popularity. From learning how to kayak to creating slimy boogers, there are no areas of creative experimentation untouched.
EDGE! PROGRAMS
NEW PROGRAMS
190 students took part in over 24 EDGE Programs.
>> BEAR IN REVIEW: A LOOK BACK IN FY10
The purpose of Survivor Outreach Services is to deliver on the Army’s commitment to Families of the Fallen and to help find the right support for those in need. The program provides services for Active, Reserve and Army National Guard Families. SOS is an Army Family Covenant Commitment: Keeping the Promise.
SURVIVOR OUTREACH SERVICES
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NEW PROGRAMS
Women in the Wilderness is a new program the Outdoor Recreation Center began this past year providing the women of Fort Wainwright with the ultimate “Alaskan Adventure”.
WOMEN IN THE WILDERNESS
172 of women participated in the 10 trips offered.
>> BEAR IN REVIEW: A LOOK BACK IN FY10
MILITARY SPOUSE APPRECIATION
The life of a military Family is one of unique challenges which Spouses continue to meet with grace and strength. We celebrated their significant contributions at the “Olympic Gold Attitudes” presented by professional speaker and best-selling author Marsha Petrie Sue.
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A NEW APPROACH
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CAR SHOW & TATTOO CONTEST AT THE WARRIOR ZONEThis event showcases “tricked-out” vehicles and motorcycles ranging from Antique to Ugly! Every shape, size, and style tattoo competed against each other.
• popular TV-type games• DJ and live music
Photo courtesy by Fort Wainwright PAO.
THE GREAT HALL-O-PALOOZA CELEBRATIONS
This fun alternative to trick-or-treating is a post-wide activity for Soldiers, Families, Retirees and Civilians at Fort Wainwright. This event celebrated the fall season in a safe environment.
• Family friendly games and prizes• teen/youth dances• single Soldier’s Halloween party
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>> BEAR IN REVIEW: A LOOK BACK IN FY10
The American tradition Family-friendly Independence Day celebration featured a barbecue contest, musical entertainment, Speedball and other traditional grass roots games.
4TH OF JULYBACKYARD BBQ AT BIRCH HILL
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The resort is a year round “Alaskan Experience” located about120 miles south of Anchorage. Winter adventures, summerdeep-sea charter fishing and cruises, freedom fighters lounge, world-class fishing, site-seeing, wildlife viewing, and other recreational opportunities are offered for everyone including the BOSS R&R program. Seward Military Resort is also host to various events including the Family Holiday Fun Week, New Year’s Party, Soldier R&R Trips, and various Murder Mystery Weekends.
SEWARD MILITARY RESORT
A NEW APPROACH
>> BEAR IN REVIEW: A LOOK BACK IN FY10
Many comics have entertained the Army Community this past year including Army Entertainment’s Laugh Out Loud Tour featured Kelly McFarland and Louis Ramey; Comics on Duty Tour featured Comedians Steve Bills, Steve Burr, John Bizarre and Tom Foss; and Wee Man of Jackass stopped by to meet the Soldiers.
COMIC RELIEFAT THE WARRIOR ZONE
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DID YOU KNOW?
THE WARRIOR ZONE:
Soldiers served = 15,257
LODGING:58,649 (85.2 percent)guests served
GOLF:
12166 rounds
were played
AUTO SKILLS:5,402 vehicles repaired throughthe shop.
THE POST LIBRARY:
94,190 patrons took
advantage of theprograms and activities
FAMILY AND MWR
$14,311 in Unit Funds were
given to the Units, and
$76,118 for Deployed Funds.
2010 FWA FAMILY AND MWR FACTS
SEWARD MILITARY RESORT:
155,000 lbs. or 77.5 tons of
fish landed.89,000 vaccuum seal bags were purchased at the Resort.
68,000 guests served8,968 room nights taken
3,910 campground nights taken
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THE WARRIOR ZONE:
Soldiers served = 15,257
SPORTS AND FITNESS:316, 613 visited the fitness centers
126 intramural teams112 swim lessons5,210 Spin Class participants
1,615 Zumba class participants5,244 ice skaters13,326 hockey skaters
OUTDOOR RECREATION:
145 trips offered
11,381 customers
Boater safety = 280 participants
Snow machine Safety = 150 participants
Fish caught = 107 participants
LFCAC:7,192 laser tag games played2,110 doughnuts sold
SEWARD MILITARY RESORT:
155,000 lbs. or 77.5 tons of
fish landed.89,000 vaccuum seal bags were purchased at the Resort.
68,000 guests served8,968 room nights taken
3,910 campground nights taken
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DID YOU KNOW?
CYSS
100babysitters trained
73Families who obtained
a babysitter referral list
1,994childparticipants in Super Saturdays
and Respite care
4,948
Hours of Respite
Care offered
in CDCII and
FCC homes
2,359
children
registered
in CYSS in
FY10
691children
placed into
childcare
623Child
participants in
playgroups
460reservations
for FRG care
2,880bottles of ready to feed formula were used at the CDCs
>> BEAR IN REVIEW: A LOOK BACK IN FY10
Over 1,300 children used AFC benefits throughoutthe year
11,079
hours of respite
care provided
$54,228.16
Patrons saved
on full time
childcare fees
$4,115Savings provided to WTU Families$37,816
Patrons saved on respite services
$3,845
Patrons saved
on SPORTS
programs
$15,912.25
Patrons
saved on
SKIES classes
AFC FUNDED CYSS ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS
ARMY FAMILY COVENANT:Keeping the Promise
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DID YOU KNOW?
ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE
7,016 basic advocacy contacts
876 one-on-one counseling sessions
467 Classes/Workshops/Briefings offered
7,206 attended a class, workshop or briefing
FAMILYADVOCACYPROGRAM
Loans:$430,603.04
Grants: $20,727.93
AER Soldier contributions:
ARMY EMERGENCY RELIEF:
EMPLOYMENT READINESS
2838 employment and volunteer opportunities advertised
275 one-on-one sessions
134 Classes/Workshops/Briefings offered
68 employers partnered for Army Spouse Employment Program
40 spouses received a paid job after seeking services
661 one-on-one counseling sessions
417 Classes/Workshops/Briefings offered
3,656 attended a class, workshop or briefing
2,018 contacts for assistance to Soldiers arriving to Fort Wainwright
457 Lending Closet checkouts
1,781 Welcome Packets produced
RELOCATION READINESS PROGRAM
15,967 contacts in the community advertising events/activities
OUTREACH SERVICES
ACS
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15,967 contacts in the community advertising events/activities
OUTREACH SERVICES
76,375 contacts for basic deployment cycle of support information
93 Classes/Workshops/Briefings offered
4,928 attended a class, workshop or briefing
30,041 user contacts in the Family Resource Center
MOBILIZATION/DEPLOYMENT PROGRAM
173,956 basic contacts for exceptional family support
236 one-on-one sessions
341 Classes/Workshops/Briefings offered
5,915 attended a class, workshop or briefing
46 individuals received respite care for a total of 410 hours
EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM
499 one-on-one sessions
295 Classes/Workshops/Briefings offered
5,910 attended a class, workshop or briefing
$1,700 in food vouchers given out
Soldier debt reduction savings: $24,040
FINANCIAL READINESS
35,377 hours
1,253 registered volunteers
ARMY VOLUNTEER CORP
ACS
REINVESTMENT CYCLE
Did you know that 100% of money generated fromFamily and MWR programs and activities goes backto you? Here’s how it works.
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DID YOU KNOW?
OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER
(4) ATV’s
(6) ATV Trailers
Backpacking Equipment
(2) Snowmachines,Boat Equipment and Supplies
New Rental EquipmentBikes, Snow Shoes, fishing poles,Hip Waders and equipment
(3) Bouncy Huts
New Rental Boats/Canoes
(4) Generators
ATV Repairs
Rock Climbing Equipment
(2) Boat Trailers
Digital Signage
SKI HILL
Lodge Furniture: (5) Couches (4) Loveseats (5) Recliners
Restaurant Guest OrderNotification System
Digital Signage
Equipment Maintenance
AUTO SKILLS
Wheel Balancer
Tools and Equipment
GOLF
Range Ball Dispenser
Driving Range Cover
Driving RangeStaging Area
Golf CourseMaintenance
Pavilion Grills
Golf Simulator
Digital Signage
THE WARRIOR ZONE
(2) Couch Sectionals
(90) Tables & Chairs
(5) Pool Tables
Margarita Machine
Portable Bar
(4) Video Gaming Machines
Digital Signage
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SOLDIERS & FAMILIES
$ NAF FUNDS $(SOLDIER DOLLARS)
FACILITY & EQUIPMENTRENOVATIONS REINVESTMENTS
ENHANCED ACTIVITIES & PROGRAMS
SKEET
(12) New Skeet Guns
Clay Targets
BOWLING
Bar Furniture: (Tables and Chairs)
Self-Help Projectto Renovate Mother Lode Cafe
Digital Signage
LAST FRONTIERCOMMUNITY ACTIVITY CENTER
Furniture
Meeting Room Chairs
Meeting Room Table
(4) Gaming Equipment
SEWARD MILITARY RESORT
Mattress & Box Springs
Safes for Rooms
Flat Screen TV’s
Fishing Tackle
2 Pontoon Boats with Motors
Ice Fishing Equipment(tents, heaters)
3 New Outdoor Decks and Gardens
PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER
Scoreboard
Basketball & Volleyball Equipment
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DID YOU KNOW?
• IN FY10 Fort Wainwright Family and MWR increased its offerings and services to the USAG-FWA Soldiers and Families.
• Within the first year of its release, the “Bear Necessities” magazine is the Family and MWR publication of choice.
USAG: FORT WAINWRIGHT
N E C E S S I T I E SBEAR
>> BEAR IN REVIEW: A LOOK BACK IN FY10
FACEBOOK:approximately 1,000 fans(at the time of this publication)
THE BEAR NECESSITIES MAGAZINEdistributed: 24,000 in its first year
WEBSITES:FWA Family and MWR85,137 Visits178,909 Page views
Seward Military Resort69,615 Visits365,882 Page views
SAVE THE DATE
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MARCH 25-27MARCH MADNESSAT BIRCH HILL
APRIL 30MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD CARNIVAL
APRIL 21VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION CEREMONY
MAY 6MILITARY SPOUSEAPPRECIATION
MAY 30CAR AND BIKE SHOWAT THE WARRIOR ZONE
JUNE 4JAZZ FESTAT BIRCH HILL
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APRIL 30MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD CARNIVAL
JUNE 4JAZZ FESTAT BIRCH HILL
JULY 42ND ANNUALBBQ COOK-OFFAT BIRCH HILL
JULY 16BATTLE OF THE BANDSAT BIRCH HILL
AUGUST 26-28OKTOBER FEST
SEPTEMBER 23-24OPERATION RISING STARAT THE WARRIOR ZONE
OCTOBER 28-30GREAT HALL-O-PALOOZACELEBRATIONS
DECEMBER 2TREE LIGHTINGCELEBRATIONAT THE PFC
Events subject to change.