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M a n y o f y o u may be cal l ing Fort Hood home for the first time, and l ike every n e w P o s t y o u have more ques-tions than there a r e o f t e n a n -swers for . We publish this directory of Directorate of Family and Morale,Welfare and Recreation to assist you in answering some of those possible questions in addition to locating a service where you can take advantage of many of the great programs Fort Hood has to offer. This annual special edition of “Hood Happenings” provides you with a handy reference guide to programs and serv i ce s o f f e red wi th in the DFMWR to make this the best Post you’ll ever have lived, worked, and played at in your Army career. Keep it handy during the year, and use it to explore all of the wonderful oppor-tunities awaiting you here at the “Great Place”.

2 LodgiNg•PrivAte orgANizAtioNs•Boss Getaway, Assistance and Opportunities

4-8 reCreAtioN Never a Dull Moment

10 sPortsANdFitNess Let the Games Begin

12 FortHoodFAmiLyANdmWr Locationguide/PhoneListings Lost Without U

14 diNiNg•CAteriNg Catered to You

15 LoUNges•roomreNtALs Eat, Play, Love

16-17 CHiLd,yoUtH&sCHooL serviCes Handle with Care

18-19 ArmyyoUtHProgrAms Your Place, Your Voice, Your Future

20-23 ArmyCommUNityserviCe Feel the Difference

24 sPeCiALeveNts Just for Fun Army Family Covenant

Hood Happenings is an unauthorized, official monthly magazine for Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation activities within Fort Hood. Contents are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or the Fort Hood Command. The appearance of adver-tising in this publication does not constitute endorsement by the Department of the Army or the Fort Hood Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Fund. Everything advertised in this magazine shall be made available for purchase, use, or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, nation-al origin, age, marital status, physical/mental handicap, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user, or patron. If a violation or rejection of this equal opportunity policy is confirmed, Family and MWR shall refuse to accept advertising from that source until the violation is cor-rected. The information in this issue is current at time of publication. Activities and events are subject to change. For confirmation please call the activity.

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Garrison CommanderCOL Mark Freitag

DFMWR Nicholas R. Johnsen

Deputy DFMWRLorenzo J. Westbrook

ACS ChiefJeanie Barton

NAFSM ChiefSusan Burns

BD ChiefMike Ernst

RD ChiefJohnny Pelton

CYSS ChiefYveta PhillipsMarketing ChiefTracy Thomas

Administrative AssistantSara Browning

Account ExecutiveJade Coleman

Public RelationsMonty CampbellWilson Mathews IIISales ManagerTashika DixonSales AssistantShelly Damo

Production ManagerNixie Romero

Marketing ClerkTina Wilgeroth

Graphic DesignersTanna JonesLaVonda K. WillsRobert JohnsonVisual InformationSpecialistJason Weiss

Cover DesignTanna Jones

EditorWilson Mathews III

To advertise in this publication: Hood Marketing / P.O. Box X / Fort Hood, TX 76544 • tashika.dixon@us.army.mil • 254-532-5481

DIRECTORY 2011HOOD HAPPENINGS MAGAZINE • VOLUME 10 • NUMBER 1 • 2011

Director of Family andMorale, Welfare and Recreation ColumnFrom the desk of Nicholas Johnsen

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BLORA CottagesBldg 126, Located north on Nolan Road,14 miles northeast of main post254-287-2523�� Fully-furnished one and two bed-

room cottages�� Equipped with full kitchens and

linens�� Screened-in porch and picnic tables�� Grill�� Walking distance to playground�� Reservations are taken six months

out�� Available to authorized users

See recreation, page 6

Lodging•PrivateOrganizations•BOSS

Escape

Connect

Assistance

Better Opportunities For Single Soldiers Bldg 194, 37th Street254-287-0270Program for single Soldiers or geographical bachelors/bachelorettes, which focuses on recreation, communi-ty service and quality of life issues, between the single Soldier, installation staff and command.�� Monthly social events�� Quarterly trips such as Skiing and Cruises�� Special events such as dinners and dances�� Community volunteer opportunities

Your IdeasYour ViewsOur Future

Private OrganizationsBldg 194, Room 114, 37th Street254-287-0014Private organizations desiring approval from the Garrison Commander to operate on Fort Hood, must submit their constitution and by-laws for review and approval. Units may apply for Unit Funds and Army Level Requirement Funds.

Fundraising EventApproval/Unit FundsBldg 194, Room 114, 37th Street254-287-9275Any organization interested in conducting a fundraiser event (i.e. bake sales, carwash, etc.) outside their immediate organizational area, must obtain approval from the manager of the proposed location and then request approval of the date/time from this office.

Warrior Adventure QuestBldg 12019254-288-4688Located at the Resiliency Campus, Warrior Adven-ture Quest (WAQ) conducts an assortment of high adventure activities for units recently returning from deployment: paintball, rock climbing, mountain bike, kayaking, and zero gravity.

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Golf The Courses ofClear CreekBldg 52381, Battalion Avenuewest of Clear Creek Road254-287-413027-hole course with challenging greens, located in the scenic rolling hills of Fort Hood. �� Three, nine-hole adult courses and a four-hole

children’s course�� Clinics�� Tournaments�� Driving range�� Pro shop�� Snack bar, club and cart rentals�� Fundraisers, unit/organization events

See dining, page 14

Bowl Phantom Warrior LanesBldg 49010, Clear Creek Road andSanta Fe Avenue254-287-3424State-of-the-art facility with 48 lanes, automatic scoring & pop-up bumpers, Xtreme Bowling with high-energy music, neon bowling balls, pins and light show.�� League play�� Strike zone�� Pro-shop�� Video arcade�� Billiards area�� Birthday party packages�� Family night�� Wi-Fi�� iBingo

See dining, page 14

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Recreation

Camp

Belton Lake OutdoorRecreation AreaBldg 126, Located north on Nolan Road, 14 miles northeast of main postReservation’s Office: 254-287-2523 Boat Dock Office: 254-287-6073Primitive to full hook-up RV campsites, 30 amp, tent camping sites, primitive sites with water and electrical service.�� Dump stations �� Group camp areas �� Playgrounds near majority of campsites�� Coin-operated laundry �� Showers and restrooms �� RV, boat and camper storage

West Fort HoodTravel CampBldg 70004, Clarke Road West Fort Hood254-288-9926�� 64 full hook-up RV sites, with 50-30-20 amp electri-

cal service, water and sewer�� Dump stations�� Coin-operated laundry and 24-hour showers�� Playground�� Secure, fenced storage for RV’s, boats and campers �� 24-Hour access storage sites

Bingo

Community EventsCenterBldg 50012, Clear Creek Road behind AAFES gas station254-532-9253�� Bingo played six days a week �� Three progressive jackpots and two

percentage jackpots�� Cash prizes, with over $2,400 paid out daily�� Progressive game pots go up weekly

See room rentals, page 15

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& FishingBelton Lake OutdoorRecreation AreaBldg 126, Located north on Nolan Road,14 miles northeast of main postMarine Rental/Resale Office: 254-287-6073�� Enclosed floating dock with three interior fishing

wells and interior and exterior seating that is heated in the winter

�� Guided fishing trips and youth fishing derbies offered quarterly

�� Resale shop offers bait, tackle and camping supplies�� Watercraft rentals at the boat dock�� State of Texas boating safety courses offered monthly

TrailsBelton Lake OutdoorRecreation AreaBldg 126, Located north on Nolan Road,14 miles northeast of main postReservation’s Office: 254-287-2523�� Guided horseback trail rides, for guests 12 years

of age or older�� Guided pony rides for children 11 years of age

and younger�� Mountain bike trails, for novice to experienced

riders�� A nature trail for hikers that winds through

wooded acres

LakeActivitiesBelton Lake OutdoorRecreation AreaBldg 126, Located north on Nolan Road, 14 miles northeast of main postReservation’s Office: 254-287-2523 Boat Dock Office: 254-287-6073�� Watercraft rentals, ranging in size from fishing

boats to 36 ft. party boats�� Boater safety course offered �� Free use of paddleboats, hydro-bikes, boat ramps,

the beach/swimming areas, waterslides, kids’ wash, water spray pad and playgrounds�� Party pavilions�� Sports fields - baseball, volleyball, basketball and

horse shoes See room rentals, page 15 andspecial events, page 24

HuntingSportsmen’s CenterBldg 1937, on Rod & Gun Club Loop off North Avenue254-532-4552�� State hunting and fishing license

and post permits�� Pro shop�� Guided and unguided hunts �� Seasonal fishing and hunting contests�� Bow qualification testing�� Archery range�� Trap & skeet range

See dining, page 14 and room rentals, page 15

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AerobicsAerobics & SkatingCenterBldg 324, 37th Street254-287-5623�� Different classes offered each day�� Everything from step aerobics to kickboxing

Mon - Fri 5:30 - 7 pm and Sat 9 am - 10:30 pm

SkatingAerobics & SkatingCenterBldg 324, 37th Street254-287-5623�� Specialty skate sessions, classes and programs �� Party rooms for birthdays, meetings

or Family gatherings �� Snack bar�� Center/rink rental�� Pro Shop

See room rentals, page 15

Wheels

Auto Repair & MaintenanceSprocket Auto Crafts Bldg 9138, 20th Street and Old Ironsides Avenue254-287-2725�� Mechanical advice and engine analysis�� Clean heated work space for DIY repair�� State inspections�� AC repair�� Tool room, welding and sand blasting stations�� Car lifts and vehicle storage

ATV/Dirt Bike ParkCorner of Clear Creek Road and West Range Road254-532-4552�� Open during daylight hours only�� Varying natural terrain for all levels of riders�� All users must have an ATV Permit prior to

riding in park�� Permits available at the Sportsmen’s Center,

Bldg 1937, Rod and Gun Club Loop�� Trucks and cars are not authorized�� Buddy system is mandatory;

riders may not ride alone �� Helmet, gloves, goggles, and closed-toe-shoes

are required

Recreation

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Recreation & EquipmentCheckout Bldg 4930, Clear Creek Roadacross the street from the Clear Creek PX254-287-1853�� Sleeping bags, tents, coolers, stoves, lanterns,

heaters and port-a-potties�� Pop-up and tow behind recreational vehicle

travel trailers and utility trailers�� Cotton candy, nacho, popcorn, snow cone and

hot dog machines, coffee pots, turkey/fish fryers and more

�� Canopy tents, folding chairs, and tables�� Basketballs, footballs, tug-of-war ropes, volley-

balls, horseshoes, baseballs, tennis rackets, gloves, bats, croquet sets

�� Canoes, flat bottom boats, grills, trolling/boat motors, spot lights

�� Big glove boxing, sticky fly, joust, backyard bouncers, event bouncers, football toss, sumo wrestling

�� Mechanical bull, climbing wall, dunking booth

EquipmentRentals

ReadCasey Memorial LibraryBldg 3202, 72nd Street & 761st Tank Battalion AvenueCirculation: 254-287-4921Reference: 254-287-5202Public Services: 254-287-2716The library features books, reference, media, eBooks, databases, computer and internet access, CDs, DVDs, videos, language tapes, story time, periodicals, newspapers, study areas, tax forms, a brand new children’s room and interlibrary loans.

Arts& Crafts

Apache Arts & CraftsBldg 2337, 761st Tank Battalion Avenue254-532-2586 or 254-287-0343The facility is open Tue-Sat, 11am-7pm, includes work space, classrooms and supplies for arts and crafts projects also includes a sales store, ceramics, framing, jewelry, multi-crafts, woodworking, plaque and trophy, embroidery and screen printing area. Create your own works of art or take advantage of the full-service provided by staff. Classes are offered in ceramics, wood shop, basic framing, mat cutting, drawing and sketching and other special interest classes. Call for schedule and curriculum.

Trips& TicketsLeisure Travel ServicesBldg 136, 761st Tank Battalion Avenuenext to Military Clothing Sales 254-287-7310 or 254-532-5292Bldg 4930, Clear Creek Road,inside the REC building 254-554-6800 or 254-287-6024�� Provides affordable leisure and recreational

activities for the military community�� Amusement park, concert and sporting event

tickets�� Local trips and Family and MWR world-wide

link-ups�� Hotel discounts �� Trip brochures �� Planning assistance

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Kieschnick - 254-287-5493Bldg 39008, 72nd Street & Support Avenue Mon - Fri, 5 am - 9 pm and closed Sat & Sun

West Fort Hood - 254-553-2010Bldg 91068, Clarke RoadMon - Fri, 5 am - 9 pm and Sat & Sun 8 am - 5 pm

Iron Horse (SRP site) - 254-287-0193Bldg 37017, 77th Street & Old Ironsides AvenueMon - Fri, 5 am - 9 pm and closed Sat & Sun

Harvey (SRP site) - 254-287- 0195Bldg 31006, 73rd Street & Old Ironsides AvenueMon - Fri, 5 am - 9 pm, Sat & Sun 8 - 5 pm

Grey Wolf - 254-287-0194Bldg 24006, 58th Street & Old Ironsides AvenueMon - Fri, 5 am - 9 pm and closed Sat & Sun

Burba - 254-287-8298Bldg 9301, 19th Street & Old Ironsides AvenueMon - Fri, 5 am - 9 pm, Sat & Sun 8 - 5 pm

Starker - 254-287-9639Bldg 87010, 16th Street & Old Ironsides AvenueMon - Fri, 5 am - 9 pm and closed Sat & Sun

Wellness Center - 254-287-5586Bldg 12018, 33rd Street & Old Ironsides AvenueMon - Fri, 5 am - 9 pm and closed Sat & Sun

Abrams - 254-287-2016Bldg 23001, 62nd Street & Support AvenueMon - Fri, 5 am - 11 pm and Sat & Sun 8 am - 9 pm

Intramural Sports254-288-3622Bldg 23001, 62nd Street & Support AvenueFlag football, softball, baseball, volleyball, soccer, bowling, golf, racquetball and wrestling; open to Active Duty Soldiers.

Army Sports254-287-5405Bldg 23001, 62nd Street & Support AvenuePowerlifting, taekwondo, basketball, scoccer, wrestling, softball, bowling, 10-miler and rugby; open to Active Duty, US Army Re-serve, Army National Guardsmen & Active Guard Reserves.

Aquatics254-287-9430Bldg 23001, 62nd Street & Support Avenue Mon - Fri 8 am - 5 pmLifeguard training, adult swim lessons, pool party reservations and water aerobics.

Lap SwimmingAbrams Indoor Pool Mon - Fri, 5 am - 9 am and 11am - 9 pm, Sat & Sun, 8 am - 4 pm Training Holidays 11 am - 7 pmClosed holidays

Water Aerobics - FREEAbrams Indoor Pool62nd Street & Support Avenue254-285-5942Tue and Thu, 8 am - 9 am Non/low impact, designed for all fitness levels and non-swimmers

Swimming Pools Recreational swimming, water slides, diving boards, lap swimming, unit combat water survival training, unit physi-cal training, physical therapy and pool parties. Features vary by location.

Indoor Pools - 254-287-4648Abrams Bldg 23001, 62nd Street & Support AvenueEight-lanes, 25-meters, four-to-12 feet deep, one-meter & three-meter diving boards and hot tub, year round.

Outdoor Pools:All pools open Memorial Day and remain open until the water temperature drops below 70 degrees. Open every day from 12pm-8pm

Comanche - 254-287-7544Bldg 52932, Tank Destroyer Boulevard next to Comanche Youth Center

Martin - 254-287-5037Bldg 137, T.J. Mills Boulevardby LTS and the AAFES Mega Food Court

Patton - 254-285-5837Bldg 5774, 24th Street & Tank Destroyer Boulevardbehind Legends Pub

West Fort Hood - 254-288-9838Bldg 91070, Clarke Road and Headquarters Street

13 SC (E) - 254-287-3689 Bldg 2239, 58th Street and Support Avenue

Thomas - 254-287-8637Bldg 193, 37th Streetbehind Phantom Warrior Center

62nd Pool- 254-288-3484Bldg 2479, off of Hell on Wheels

42nd Pool- 254-287-4881Bldg 1676, off of Old Ironsides, adjacent to the water tower

Physical Fitness Centers

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COMANCHE III

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CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE

TO COPPERAS COVE& WEST FORT HOOD

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LIBERTY VILLAGE

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HOBBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

AUDIE MURPHYMIDDLE SCHOOL

C.W. DUNCANELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CLARKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SMITH MIDDLE SCHOOL

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Army Substance Abuse Program Bldg Map PhoneASAP Control Office 2241 27 287-33098Travel / Museums Leisure Travel Services 4930 12 285-2090 Location 1Leisure Travel Services 136 42 287-6024 Location 21st Cav Museum 2218 45 287-36263d ACR Museum 419 55 288-3590

Child Development Centers Bldg Map PhoneParent Central 121 43 287-8029Clear Creek Child Development Ctr. 4819 9 288-5222Comanche Child Development Ctr. 52024 2 287-4848Fort Hood Child Development Ctr. 113 40a 287-6037Chaffee Child Development Ctr. 198 40b 287-4749Child Development Services, Admin 121 43 288-3196Family Readiness Centers Oveta Culp Hobby SFRC 18000 73 287-6069Soldier & Family Assistance Center 36042 75 286-57681CD Center 37007 15 286-6284/62853rd Signal Brigade Center 4475 22 285-5411Brave Rifles Readiness Center 9409 61 286-6728

Fort Hood Army IHG Hotel Bldg Map PhonePoxon Guest House 111 38 532-2100Keith Ware Hall Reservations Desk 36006 24 532-8233Information / Assistance ProgramsRelocation Assistance Program 121 43 287-4471Volunteer Services 16005 44 287-8657Abuse Hotline 121 43 287-CARe (2273)Army Community Service 121 43 287-4ACSArmy emergency Relief 121 43 288-5003Army Family Team Building 16005 44 286-6600Community Life Program 1001 25 618-7720Consumer Affairs 121 43 287-CITY (2489) Financial Readiness Program 121 43 288-2862Food Program 121 43 287-7130Loan Closet 121 43 287-8595Mobilization & Deployment (ACS) 16005 44 288-2794 Visitor’s Control Center 69012 39 287-9909Library Services Casey Memorial Library Circulation Desk 3202 18 287-4921Library Overdue Section 3202 18 287-4878Library Reference Section 3202 18 287-5202

Lounges & Restaurants Bldg Map PhoneLegends Pub 5782 54 532-9324Patton’s Pub 9212 57 287-8484Club Hood 5764 54 287-5215Phantom Warrior Center 194 48 287-5215 Backbone NCO Lounge 194 48 532-5073Courses of Clear Creek Snack Bar 52381 5 287-4130Sportsmen’s Center 1937 34 532-4552Strike Zone/Phantom Warrior Lanes 49010 11 287-2434 Outdoor Recreation Activities Belton Lake Outdoor Rec Area (BLORA) NAF 126 72 287-4907BLORA Boat Dock NAF 155 72 287-6073BLORA Reservation Office NAF 126 72 287-2523BLORA Sierra Beach 20140 72 287-6644Courses of Clear Creek 52381 5 287-4130Recreational equipment Checkout 4930 12 287-4126Hunt & Saddle Club 1937 34 532-4552Hunt Control Office 1941 34 287-5847Sportsmen’s Center 1937 34 532-4552Skeet Range 1937 34 532-4552West Fort Hood Travel Camp 70004 66 288-9926Bronco Youth Skate Park 6602 51 288-3770ATV Park Area 111 532-4552

Chapels Bldg Map PhoneComanche Chapel 52024 1 287-0469Iron Horse Chapel 37012 13 287-40341 Cav Memorial Chapel 31001 17 287-0469Red Team Chapel 24008 31 287-4034Spiritual Fitness Center 12012 47 286-56784th ID Memorial Chapel 10041 56 287-749419 Street Chapel 9406 62 288-749413th SC(e) Chapel 39010 20 287-1391Historical Old Post Chapel 53 37 288-6545West Fort Hood Chapel 91074 68 288-9442

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CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE

TO COPPERAS COVE& WEST FORT HOOD

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LIBERTY VILLAGE

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HOBBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

AUDIE MURPHYMIDDLE SCHOOL

C.W. DUNCANELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CLARKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SMITH MIDDLE SCHOOL

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Recreational Activities Bldg Map PhoneApache Arts & Crafts Center 2337 30 287-0343Phantom Warrior Lanes 49010 11 287-3424Community events Center (Bingo) 50012 7 532-9253Sprocket Auto Crafts 9138 58 287-2725School Age Services (SAS Sites) Clark elementary School 51600 6 288-6310Clear Creek elementary School 4800 8 554-3667Duncan elementary School 52802 4 287-4362Montague elementary School 84001 70 539-8695Venable elementary School 60160 53 523-4217Walker / Meadows Site 85018 64 287-7950Sports & Fitness Programs Competitive Sports Info 23005 29 288-3622Aerobics & Skating 324 49 287-5623Intramural Sports 23005 29 288-3622Varsity Sports 23005 29 285-5459Youth Sports 6602 51 288-3770

Child Development Centers Bldg Map PhoneParent Central 121 43 287-8029Clear Creek Child Development Ctr. 4819 9 288-5222Comanche Child Development Ctr. 52024 2 287-4848Fort Hood Child Development Ctr. 113 40a 287-6037Chaffee Child Development Ctr. 198 40b 287-4749Child Development Services, Admin 121 43 288-3196Family Readiness Centers Oveta Culp Hobby SFRC 18000 73 287-6069Soldier & Family Assistance Center 36042 75 286-57681CD Center 37007 15 286-6284/62853rd Signal Brigade Center 4475 22 285-5411Brave Rifles Readiness Center 9409 61 286-6728

Family Services Bldg Map Phoneemployment Readiness Branch 284 76 286-6684Training Facility 121 43 287-6070exceptional Family Member Prog. 121 43 287-6070Family Advocacy 76020 71 286-6774 Family Advocacy New Parent Support 284 76 287-2286 Program 4+ Family Advocacy New Parent Support 284 76 287-2286 Program 0-3 Family Member employment 4220 21 288-2089Assistance Program Family Child Care 121 43 287-5448 Youth & School Age Services, Admin 121 43 287-8436Supplemental Programs & Services 121 43 287-8029Information & Referral 121 43 287-2214School Liaison 121 43 288-7946SKIeSUnlimited Academy 121 43 287-4592

Lounges & Restaurants Bldg Map PhoneLegends Pub 5782 54 532-9324Patton’s Pub 9212 57 287-8484Club Hood 5764 54 287-5215Phantom Warrior Center 194 48 287-5215 Backbone NCO Lounge 194 48 532-5073Courses of Clear Creek Snack Bar 52381 5 287-4130Sportsmen’s Center 1937 34 532-4552Strike Zone/Phantom Warrior Lanes 49010 11 287-2434 Outdoor Recreation Activities Belton Lake Outdoor Rec Area (BLORA) NAF 126 72 287-4907BLORA Boat Dock NAF 155 72 287-6073BLORA Reservation Office NAF 126 72 287-2523BLORA Sierra Beach 20140 72 287-6644Courses of Clear Creek 52381 5 287-4130Recreational equipment Checkout 4930 12 287-4126Hunt & Saddle Club 1937 34 532-4552Hunt Control Office 1941 34 287-5847Sportsmen’s Center 1937 34 532-4552Skeet Range 1937 34 532-4552West Fort Hood Travel Camp 70004 66 288-9926Bronco Youth Skate Park 6602 51 288-3770ATV Park Area 111 532-4552

Centralized Marketing Information Area Bldg Map PhoneResiliency Campus (OpenMon-Fri8am-5pm) 12018 77 287-5586Copeland Center (FrontDeskOpen24hrs7daysaweek) 18010 36 287-3832Oveta Culp Hobby Soldier & Family Readiness Center 18000 73 287-9274 (OpenMon-Fri7:30am-8:30pm)Swimming Pools Abrams Pool (Indoor) 23001 29 287-4648Aquatics Director 23001 29 287-9430Comanche Pool 52932 3 287-754413th SC(e) Pool 2239 26 287-368962nd St Pool 2479 33 288-348442nd St Pool 1676 35 288-3484Martin Pool 137 41 287-5037Patton Pool 5774 54 285-5837Thomas Pool 193 48 287-8637West Fort Hood Pool 91075 67 288-9838Youth Centers Bronco Youth Fitness Center 6602 51 287-6745Comanche Youth Center 52019 3 287-5834High Chaparral Youth Center 5485 52 287-5646Miscellaneous Services American Red Cross (toll free) 1-877-272-7337 8640 65 287-0400BOSS Program 194 48 287-6116Combined Federal Campaign 1001 25 287-0345NAF Civilian Personnel Advisory Center 4220 21 288-2055Palmer Theater 334 50 287-3066Veterinary Clinic 4909 10 287-2823Robertson Blood Center 2250 28 285-5808Inprocessing 18010 36 287-3832DFMWR Headquarters 194 48 287-4339Fort Hood Recycle Center 4626 74 287-7881Client Services (Legal Assistance) 4617 78 287-7901/3199

Fitness Centers Bldg Map PhoneAbrams Physical Fitness Ctr. 23001 29 287-2016Burba Physical Fitness Ctr. 9301 60 287-8298Harvey Physical Fitness Ctr. 31006 16 287-0195Iron Horse Physical Fitness Ctr. 37017 14 287-0193Kieschnick Physical Fitness Ctr. 39008 19 287-4293Grey Wolf Physical Fitness Ctr. 24006 32 287-0194Starker Physical Fitness Ctr. 87010 63 287-9639Wellness Center/ Resiliency Campus 12018 46 287-5586West Fort Hood Physical Fitness Ctr. 91068 69 553-2011Resiliency Campus Resiliency�Campus�HQ� 12022� 77� 285-5693Warrior�Adventure�Quest� 12019� � 319-1619Army�Center�/�Enhanced�Performance�12020� � 288-4671Wellness�Center� 12019� 46� 288-8488Functional�Fitness�Center� 12018� 46� 287-8219Spiritual�Fitness�Center� 12012� 47� 553-1195

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Dining Club HoodBldg 5764, 24th Street254-287-5215/8815Indulge in daily lunch Monday - Friday in the Mes-quite Room, where you have a variety of choices from lunch plates to items from their soup, salad and potato bar.

The Courses of Clear CreekBldg 52381, Battalion Avenue west of Clear Creek Road254-287-4130The golf course snack bar offers a made-to-order lunch menu. Enjoy the beautiful view from the patio, while eating! The golf course is open to the public. See recreation, page 4 and room rentals, page 15

Phantom Warrior Lanes Strike ZoneBldg 49010, Santa Fe Avenue at Clear Creek Road254-287-3424Phantom Warrior Lanes is a state-of-the-art bowling facility that has 48 lanes, automatic scoring displayed on 42-inch flat screen monitors and even an arcade. Inside of PWL is the Strike Zone, which is a com-prehensive snack bar that offers a variety of menu choices from breakfast to lunch items. See recreation, page 4

CateringClub HoodBldg 5764, 24th StreetEvent Planning: 254-287-5215/8815Business Office: 254-532-5073Whether your event is small and intimate or grand in scale, the staff at Club Hood can assist in all your planning needs. Also, their chefs will create a won-derful menu, perfect for your guests, from appetizers to a buffet with carving stations or a sit down meal. See room rentals, page 15

Sportsmen’s Center GrillBldg 1937, Rod and Gun Club Loopoff Murphy Road at 53rd Street254-532-4552Famous for its Friday fish lunch, the Grill is open weekdays from 7 am to 6 pm and weekends from 7:30 am to 3 pm. The Grill’s menu ranges from salads and hamburgers, to daily lunch specials, such as: chicken-fried steak, beef tips with noodles, and crowd pleasing made-to-order breakfast. Hours of operation vary by season.See recreation, page 6 and room rentals, page 15

Java CafèKiosk at the Rivers Building parking lot at T.J. Mills Boulevard and 761st Tank Battalion Avenue254-553-1099Feeling a little sluggish? Take the short drive over to Java Cafè and jump-start your day with a fresh cup of Starbucks® Coffee. With their convenient drive-thru window and quality products, Java Cafè will make all of your days brighter!

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RoomRentalsWhether you are having a small or large event - up to 1,300 people, there is a facility on post perfect for your function. Choose from indoor or outdoor, elegant to rustic or maybe even a patio with a view. There are many settings to choose from, so contact any of the listed facilities to begin planning your special event.

Club HoodBldg 5764, 24th Street 254-287-5215 - See catering, page 14 A central location for booking the Community Events Center, Club Hood, the Phantom Warrior Center, Patton’s Pub or Legends Pub.

Aerobics & SkatingCenterBldg 324, 37th Street254-287-5623 - See recreation, page 7

Belton Lake OutdoorRecreation AreaBldg 126, Located north on Nolan Road, 14 miles northeast of main post254-287-2523/8303 - See recreation, page 6

The Courses of Clear CreekBldg 52381, Battalion Avenue west of Clear Creek Road254-287-4130 - See recreation, page 4

Sportsmen’s CenterBldg 1937, on Rod & Gun Club Loop

off North Avenue254-532-4552 - See recreation, page 6

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Backbone NCO LoungeBldg 194, 37th Street254-288-0628Wed 4:30 - 8 pmThurs 3 - 8 pmFri 4:30 - 11 pm The Backbone offers NCOs and their guests a place for fun and relaxation. Enjoy a full service bar, flat panel TVs, free pool tables and shuffle board, DJ and outdoor patio area. Also, during football season cheer your favorite team to vic-tory with the NFL Sunday Ticket from 11:30 am-8 pm No cover.

Legends Pub Bldg 5764, 24th Street 254-532-9324 after 2 pm254-287-5215 before 2 pmWed 4:30 - 8 pmThu 3 - 8 pmFri 4:30-11 pmLegends Pub offers fellow officers a place to relax and en-joy camaraderie, with a full service bar. Legends Pub also has pool tables, flat screen televisions, dart boards, patio, DJ and snacks on Friday. No cover.

Patton’s PubBldg. 9212, Old Ironsides Avenue at 20th and 21st Street254-287-8484Wed and Fri 4:30 - 9:30 pm Thu 3 - 9:30 pmCome over to your neighborhood watering hole and enjoy a drink, play some cards, throw some bones, or enjoy some good conversation with Patton’s Pub regulars. You can also try your shot at pool. Every day is Free Pool Day at Patton’s Pub. Open to all 18 and over and no cover. Days and hours of operation are subject to change.

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ChildYouth&SchoolServices

Handle with CareAll Child Youth & School Services programs ensure the same quality of care for children. A developmentally appropriate curriculum for young children is planned by the caregivers/providers, with attention to the different needs, interests and developmental levels of the individual child, to prepare the children for success when they move on to school.Child Development Centers offer a variety of programs ranging from full day, part day and hourly care for children six weeks through preschool (five years of age).

Family Child CareBldg 283, Battalion Avenue254-287-5448The Family Child Care program is a managed network of child care professionals, certified to provide child care in on-post government quarters and in their off-post homes, for children ages 4 weeks to 12 years. FCC homes offer a variety of care op-tions to meet the military parent. Full day care, part day care, hourly care, extended care and long term care are all available. A 20 percent discount is available for Families with deployed soldiers.

Child Development Home Offers the best of both the FCC home environment, while being staffed by Child and Youth Program Assistants, as in the Child Development Centers. The CD Home is specifically designed to offer infant care, respite care, hourly care, extended hours care, emergency care and transition care for special needs children. The home is open from 5:30 am - 6 pm, during normal hours of operation, but may be open additional hours to accommodate shift work, emergency care situations and other duty requirements of military Families.

SKIESUnlimited AcademyBldg 121, 761st Tank Battalion Avenue254-287-4592The School of Knowledge, Inspiration, Exploration and Skills or SKIESUnlimited offers a variety of educational and enrichment opportunities for youth, from toddlers to teens. Classes are added in response to customer input and include gymnastics, swimming, taekwondo, fashion design and modeling, academic tutoring, First Tee golf, dance and more.

School Liaison OfficeBldg 121, 761st Tank Battalion Avenue254-288-7946The School Liaison Office serves as a communication link be-tween Fort Hood and the surrounding school districts. The SLO provide assistance to the Soldiers’ Families, with all education related issues; serve as a resource and referral point and helps smooth transitions. Office hours are 7:30 am - 4:30 pm, Mon-Fri.

Parent Central ServicesBldg 121, 761st Tank Battalion Avenue 254-287-8029Parent Central is the gateway to Child, Youth & School Services on Fort Hood. All customers must register at Parent Central be-fore they may access any CYSS programs. Service is provided by walk-in or appointment. Customers are encouraged to call in advance to ensure they are aware of the documentation re-quired for registration.

Kids On Site Bldg 121, 761st Tank Battalion Avenue254-288-2141Kids on Site (KOS) provides child care in 26 approved sites and is also available at Abrams Physical Fitness Center and the Resiliency Campus, where parents are attending unit/group functions.

Outreach ServicesBldg 283, Battalion Avenue 254-288-3189Outreach Services manages the Child, Youth and School Ser-vices volunteer, parent education and resource and referral programs.

Chaffee ChildDevelopment CenterBldg 198, T.J. Mills Boulevard254-287-4749�� Hourly care, 7 am - 6 pm�� Before & after school care for

Pre-K attending Meadows & Venable Elementary Schools 5:30 am - 6 pm

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Comanche ChildDevelopment CenterBldg 52024, Tank Destroyer Boulevard254-287-4848�� Full day care, 5:30 am - 6 pm�� Part day care for preschoolers

(ages 3-5), 8 am - 1 pm�� Before and after school for Pre-K at-

tending Oveta Culp Hobby, Duncan and Clarke Elementary Schools

Chaffee ChildDevelopment CenterBldg 198, T.J. Mills Boulevard254-287-4749�� Hourly care, 7 am - 6 pm�� Before & after school care for

Pre-K attending Meadows & Venable Elementary Schools 5:30 am - 6 pm

Fort Hood ChildDevelopment CenterBldg 113, T.J. Mills Boulevard254-287-6037�� Full day care, 5:30 am - 6 pm

Clear Creek ChildDevelopment CenterBldg 4819/4820, West Highway 190254-288-5222�� Full day care, 5:30 am - 6 pm�� Part day care for preschoolers

(ages 3-5), 8:30 am -1:30 pm�� Before and after school care for Pre-

K attending Clear Creek Elementary School 5:30 am - 6 pm

Clarke SAC Bldg 51612, Comanche Avenue 254-539-8692

Clear Creek SAC Bldg 4800, Washington Boulevard254-554-3667

Duncan SACBldg 52802, Muskogee Road254-287-4362

MontagueVillage SACBldg 84001, Clement Drive254-539-8695

Venable Village SAC Bldg 60616, Venable Road254-526-4217

Walker-Meadows SAC Bldg 85018Warrior Way Commissary254-287-4948

Oveta Culp Hobby SACBldg 53210,Lost Moccasin254-287-3410

The SAC program offers before and/or after school care for youth, 5 - 12 years old (must be at least in kindergarten). Services are avail-able in six on-post elementary schools and at Walker/Meadows Cen-ter, which serves Meadows Elementary School. SAC also offers Summer Spectrum, which is a full-day summer camp program for school-age children. All SAC sites are nationally accredited and also offer full-day programs during school holidays. Main Office 254-287-7950

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Youth Services offers programs in sports and fitness, leisure & recreation, life skills, citizenship and leadership, intervention and mentoring and support services for youth from 6th - 12th grade. The EDGE! and HIRED! programs are also available. Youth center hours of operation are 3:30 pm - 8 pm, Mon - Fri on school days and noon - 8 pm Mon - Sat on school holidays and during summer.

Bronco Youth CenterBldg 6602, Tank Destroyer254-287-6745254-288-3770 (Youth Sports)

ComancheYouth CenterBldg 52019, Tank Destroyer254-287-5834

High Chaparral Youth CenterBldg 5845, Hoover Hill254-287-5646

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Bldg 6602, Tank Destroyer 254-288-3770Youth Sports and Fitness Program offers semi-competitive and recreational sports games for children and youth throughout the year to include: soccer, basketball, volleyball, flag football, T-ball, wrestling, baseball and health and fitness activities. Sports registration is accepted at Parent Central Services (Bldg 121) or Bronco Youth Center. Registration fees vary according to sports program.

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The EDGEBldg 121, 761st Tank Battalion Avenue254-553-3995Email: edge@hoodmwr.comThe EDGE (Experience, Develop, Grow, & Excel) provides exciting after school extracurricular expe-riences for youth 6th - 12th grade. The EDGE offers monthly packages in various subjects that will peak your youth’s interest and expand their social and educational development.

Youth HIRED!761st Tank Battalion Avenue, Bldg 121254-287-9658 Mobile: 254-290-7861Email: cysshired@hoodmwr.comThe Youth HIRED! apprenticeship program offers youth real-world career experience with a stipend. All youth, 15 - 18 years of age, have the opportunity to participate. There are a wide variety of positions available, which include, but are not limited to food service, sales, and outdoor recreation.

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Financial Readiness BranchBldg 121, Rivers Building 761st Tank Battalion Avenue254-288-6330Providing Soldiers and Families with information and resources to make responsible financial and consumer choices. Programs include financial readiness classes, Solicitation Office, Consumer Affairs and Financial Assistance Program, the Command Financial Specialist Program, Army Emergency Relief and the Commander’s Referral Program.

EmploymentReadiness BranchBldg 284, Battalion Avenue254-286-6684Providing Job Search Assistance; Career Counseling and Coaching; Access to a Centralized Job Bank; Resume/Job Application Assistance; Interview Techniques; Computer Labs; On-line Training; Distant Services; Career Fairs; Em-ployment Education and Training Workshops; and Up to $4000 Financial Assistance available through military spouse career advancement account.

Exceptional Family Member ProgramBldg 121, Rivers Building761st Tank Battalion Avenue254-287-6070Enrollments, Disenrollments or Screenings254-288-8099Works with other military and civilian agencies to provide comprehensive and coordinated commu-nity support, education, housing, personnel and medical services to Families with special needs.

Relocation & ACS Outreach Readiness BranchBldg 121, Rivers Building761st Tank Battalion Avenue254-287-4471Email:Hood.dmwr.acs.relo.distro@conus.army.milRelocation Readiness Branch Satellite Office Bldg 18010, Copeland Soldier Service Center, T.J. Mills Boulevard and Battalion Avenue254-287-2278 Offers a variety of assistance services and resourc-es to eliminate the stress associated with relocat-ing. �� Welcome Packets/CD’s�� Relocation Counseling and Lending Closet�� Sponsor-A-Spouse Program�� E-Sponsorship application and training

(eSAT)�� International Spouse Support Group/Waiting

Families Monthly Program Events�� Relocation Counseling �� Ready to get Moving? Customized Plan My

Move Booklet Online at www.militaryhome-front.dod.mil

�� PCS on the Go Classes�� Bi-Annual Hood Howdy Information Fair�� Monthly US Citizenship and Immigration

Services Town Hall Session�� ACS Outreach Mobile Information Station�� Weekly Military Spouses Meet and Greet

Army VolunteerCorps ProgramBldg 16005, Lane Volunteer CenterOld Ironsides Avenue254-287-VOLS (8657)The Army Volunteer Corps is the center of volunteer re-cruitment, referral, and recognition and advocacy effort for Fort Hood. Volunteers are placed in a wide variety of posi-tions throughout the on and off-post community.

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Community Information ServiceBldg 121, Rivers Building761st Tank Battalion Avenue254-553-1593ACS Information and Referral (I&R) links Soldiers and Families with available information on an array of on-post or off-post agencies and services. IR&O maintains databases with over 2,000 military and civilian human services agency resources at their fingertips to help you find what you are looking for. The 254-287-4ACS Help Line is available during regular business hours. If you do not know who to call or what to do, call 254-287-4ACS to find out. Their knowledgeable staff can help point you in the right direction.

Army Family Action PlanBldg 16005, Lane Volunteer CenterOld Ironsides Avenue254-287-AFAP (2327)Drawing upon the voices of active duty and retired Sol-diers, civilians, and Family Members, the AFAP process offers an opportunity for everyone to voice their issues and concerns to local and higher headquarter leader-ship. The annual conference addresses issues presented by their communities for resolution and/or submis-sion to the next level of review. Volunteer teens, age 13-19, brainstorm their issues in a special Army Family Teen Plan forum. Concerns and issues may be submitted throughout the year at locations across the installation.

Army Family Team BuildingBldg 16005, Lane Volunteer CenterOld Ironsides Avenue 254-286-6600Joining the Army, can be like moving to another country, you to have learn the language, the rules and the cus-toms. PX, ACS, MOS, what does it all mean? AFTB, a series of Army educational classes, is your answer. With day and evening classes ranging from introductory to advanced level, AFTB will assist you with acclimating yourself to Army life. Learn the knowledge, skills and behaviors to have a successful future in the Army. Classes provided on site by request.

Mobilization and DeploymentBldg 16005, Lane Volunteer CenterOld Ironsides Avenue254-288-5155Offers professional guidance, resources and training for Soldiers and Families, volunteers, Commanders and Rear Detachment cadre on a broad spectrum of topics affecting deploying units and their Family Members. Pre-deployment, re-deployment, reintegration, CARE team, Resilience and Family Readiness Group trainings are of-fered throughout the full cycle of deployment. Mob/Dep also implements training, plans and oversight for the Fort Hood Family Assistance Center teams. Mobiliz-ing National Guard and Reserve units are supported.

Survivor Outreach ServicesBldg 10043, Battalion AvenueBetween 24th Street & 27th Street254-288-3655SOS demonstrates the Army’s commitment to Families of the Fallen by providing support and standardized services to Active, Reserve, and Army National Guard Families. SOS delivers these services by providing Benefits Coordinators, Financial Counselors, and Support Coordinators. These professionals are available to deliver individualized support and attention to Survivors across the nation for as long as they need.

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ArmyCommunityService

Oveta Culp Hobby Soldier & Family Readiness CenterBldg 18000, Battalion Avenue254-287-9274Comfortable furnishings, full service kitchen and high tech computer stations are just part of the resources available to Soldiers and Families visiting the center. Eight meeting rooms are available for meetings, trainings and seminars. A fully accredited Kids on Site (KOS) child care center allows parent and child to remain close, while attending their chosen venue. The center offers a warm and welcome climate to new and returning Soldiers and Families.

Sexual Assault Prevention & Response ProgramBldg 2242, Support Avenue254-553-2174Reinforces the Army’s commitment to eliminate inci-dents of sexual assault through a comprehensive pro-gram that centers on awareness and prevention, training and education, victim advocacy, response, reporting and follow-up. A 24-hour Victim Services Hotline, 254-702-4953, is available for victim support and for reporting sexual assault incidents. The report may be restricted or unrestricted, based upon the victim-selected option.

Advocacy & Prevention Branch Bldg 76020, Crockett Street - West Fort Hood254-286-6774The Advocacy and Prevention Branch conducts Army programs designed to strengthen couple and Family re-lationships; prevent spouse and intimate partner abuse, child abuse, sexual assault and promote military per-sonnel/Family well-being. The Branch manages family violence and sexual assault prevention and intervention through the Family Advocacy Program and Sexual As-sault Prevention and Response Program . The Fort Hood Report Point of Contact (RPOC) is available by call-ing 254-287-Care. The Hotline receives reports of child abuse and unrestricted spouse abuse. Command consul-tation is available.

Soldier & Family Assistance Center Building 36042, Darnall Loop254-286-5768The SFAC is a one-stop location, with a team of profes-sionals, that provide services that cater to the needs of wounded, ill, and injured Soldiers assigned to the Warrior Transition Brigade and their Families. Their efforts are aimed at fostering dignity and independence, while as-sisting the Warrior in their transition either back to duty or to service as a vital member of the community.�� Information and Referral Assistance �� Financial Counseling and Assistance �� Substance Abuse Information and

Referral Assistance �� Military Personnel In/Out Processing �� Education Counseling �� Child, Youth and School Services �� Entitlements and Benefits �� Military Personnel Services �� Veteran’s Benefits and Entitlements �� Local, state and Federal Program resource

information �� Army Wounded Warrior Program (AW2) �� Recovery Employment Assistance Lifelines

(REALifelines) �� Army Career Alumni Program (ACAP) �� Pastoral Counseling �� Donations Management �� Traumatic Serviceman’s Group Life

Insurance (TSGLI) �� Combat Related Special Compensation (CRSC) �� Army Wounded Warrior Program (AW2)

Please note that SFAC services and assistance are not limited to the services listed above. The center serves as clearing house and referral source for a wide spec-trum of information and services that can be of sig-nificant benefit to WTs and their Families.

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Family Advocacy Victim Advocate ProgramBldg 2242, Support Avenue254-287-3583Victim Advocacy Crisis Line254-702-4903Serves as a specialized function within the Family Advo-cacy Program that provides comprehensive assistance to and acts as a liaison for victims of spouse/intimate partner abuse and sexual assault. The program offers a 24 hr Hotline and Response Team. The Hotline receives reports of restricted/unrestricted spouse, intimate part-ner abuse and sexual assault.

Military Family Life ConsultantsBldg 12020, 31st Street and Battalion Avenue254-553-4705MFLCs provide Soldiers and Family Members with non-medical, problem-solving confidential consultations. The no-cost sessions can assist them in dealing with relationships, crisis intervention, stress management, Family issues, parent-child communications, Family separations and reunions and reintegration.

New Parent SupportProgramBldg 290, Battalion Avenue254-287-2286Bldg 284, Battalion Avenue 254-287-2964Soldiers and Family members experiencing challenges related to parenting of young military children, birth to three years of age, may be referred to the NPSP+ for par-ticipation in the home visitation program, educational training, parent-child activities, support group meetings or to receive information about available community re-sources. Services and support are provided to expectant parents, major division Layette Programs and hospital-ized new parents.

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SpecialEvents

Army Family Covenant “Keeping the Promise”The Army’s commitment to the Soldiers, Family members, gold star Families, government civilian’s & DoD Contrac-tors, to assist in improving Family readiness by standardizing and and funding existing Family programs and services, quality of healthcare, excellence in schools, youth services and childcare, improving Soldier and Family housing.

Hood Howdy (Feb & Aug)The Hood Howdy fair provides information about the local area, including: schools, businesses, on and off-post agencies, housing and Family and MWR facilities. Entertainment, food and door prizes add fun to the welcome. Open to the public and entry fee applies.

Month Of The Military Child Festival (Apr) Month of the military child is held the first Saturday in April to recognize our nation’s children of military members. Their sacrifice and show appreciation for their role in the military Family. Food, entertainment and great door prizes make this fest the place to be for Fort Hood youth. Entry is free!

Flashlight Egg Hunt (Apr)Thousands of eggs and goodies are hidden and children ages two to 12 are invited to bring their baskets, flashlights and a parent to hunt for eggs in the dark at Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area. Pictures with the Easter Bunny, concessions and other children’s activities make the evening egg-citing. Open to the public and gate fees may apply.

Water Fest (Jun)Cool off this summer at BLORA with lots of fun activities for the whole Family, the first weekend of June. There will be free paddleboat rides, a kids’ auto wash, waterslide, pony rides, petting zoo, climbing wall, professional fishing demon-strations, jet ski races and a guarded swimming area with a soft sandy beach. Open to the public and gate fees may apply.

Freedom Fest (Jul)On the 4th of July the evening sky is transformd into the largest 30-minute fireworks display in Central Texas. Enjoy carnival rides, concessions, games, military displays and various other Family activities. Open to the public and entry is free.

U.S. Army Soldier Show (Jul)Some of the most talented active duty Soldiers throughout the Army are selected through auditions to perform in a high energy, 90-minute, live musical review that stops at Fort Hood during late summer. Open to the public and entry is free.

Fort Hood Hunting & Fishing Day (Sep) Fort Hood’s Hunting and Fishing Day is at the Sportsmen’s Center. Sportsmen gather for a day full of outdoor sports, in-cluding; fishing derbies, trap and skeet competitions, turkey shoots, archery shoots and more. Open to the public and fees may apply.

Oktoberfest (Oct)All ages are invited to come out and celebrate, with live en-tertainment, arts and crafts vendors, dancing, German style food, activities for the kids, and a Strongman Competition. Open to the public and entry is free.

Nature In Lights (Nov – Jan)Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area transforms into a win-ter wonderland for kids and kids at heart each year. Enjoy over five miles of syncronized and illuminated displays. Guests can shop for gifts, take photographs with Santa, and enjoy hot chocolate and treats at Santa’s Village, located in the park at Live Oak Pavilion. Open to the public and gate fees may apply.

Williamson County Symphony Orchestra (Dec)The Williamson County Symphony Orchestras perform free for the Fort Hood community annually. These world-class mu-sicians fill the stage with beautiful music in a performance that is well-loved by all ages. Open to the public and entry is free.

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