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Andrews Avenue Physical Fitness Center | Annual Community Events
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Andrews Avenue Physical Fitness Center Andrews Avenue, Building 4605:
Hours of Operation:
Mon. – Fri. 5 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Sat 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sun. & Holiday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Thanksgiving Closed
Christmas Closed
New Years’s Day Closed
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Andrews Avenue Physical Fitness Center is a 64,000 square foot facility offering LifeFitness and Precor cardiovascular equipment, LifeFitness selectorized strength equipment and a free weight room.
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The facility is home to a regulation college center basketball court, three regulation high school practice courts, two of which convert to volleyball courts, three racquetball courts, a squash court, a 25-meter indoor pool, football, soccer and softball fields, a quarter-mile track and several running trails. Patrons have access to fully operational men’s and women’s locker rooms with all the normal amenities, which includes a sauna and steam rooms. The customer service desk also provides a variety of equipment that can be checked out. The facility features a heated twenty-five meter indoor pool with three designated lap lanes, a low dive, handicap access and diving board. Lifeguard certification courses and swim lessons are offered.
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| The indoor pool hours in the off season run from Mon. – Fri. from 5:30 a.m. – 7:30 a.m. for PT only; 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. and 4 – 7 p.m. are Open and Lap swimming. Sat. and Sun. is 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. for Open and Lap swimming. Summer schedule runs during the months of June and July. Indoor pool located in the Andrews Avenue Physical Fitness Center is closed during the summer schedule. Aviators’ Landing pool opens for |
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Intramural leagues add to off-duty
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‘weekends ONLY’ during the month of May and the first two weekends of September. During the months of June and July, Aviators’ Landing pool is open 7 days a week from 12 p.m. – 6 p.m., except for 4th of July, as it is closed. The Flynn Center Pool is open on Sat.s and Sun.s from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. for Lap swimming only.
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The PFC organizes and hosts a variety of fitness programs and events, including personal fitness programs, aerobics, yoga, self-defense, locker rental, competitive running events, weight lifting competitions, cycling, health promotion events and aerobathons.
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When interest warrants, varsity level sports teams of rugby, soccer, and competitive running are formed and participants represent the installation in local, regional and national events.
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Annual Community Events.:
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Children’s Festival
The Children’s Festival is an annual event held mid-March to early April. Games, activities, and character appearances kick off this event, highlighted by one of the largest Easter egg hunts in the area. More than 1,200 children and their families take part each year. |
Pro Am Tournament
This annual tournament is held on the 27-hole championship rated Silver Wings Golf Course, rated par 72 for 18 holes by the USGA. Come on out and enjoy a friendly tournament with some of the best players around.
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Oktoberfest
The Oktoberfest celebration held in September celebrates German traditions with music, schnitzel, bratwurst, authentic German beer, vendors and games. The party of all parties you won’t want to miss!
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Soldier Show
The U.S. Army Soldier Show is always a special treat. This hour-and-a-half variety show offers songs and dance that the whole family can enjoy.
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Thunder on Tholocco
The Thunder returns to Lake Tholocco each spring with fast paced action of drag boat |
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racing. Watch competitors reach speeds in excess of 100 m.p.h.. This premier event has become an action packed family fun event.
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Lake Fest
Lake Fest, which is held in May, is our annual kick-off to summer celebration. Admission to the park, along with life jacket usage, canoes, and paddle boats is free the day of the event. The lake offers a recreational swimming area featuring two inflatable water slides, three floating trampolines and a water slide that make Lake Tholocco a great place to have fun in the sun!
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Travel Extravaganza
The Travel Show, which is held in March, is the perfect opportunity to start planning for summer vacations or to check out some local travel destinations available in the area. Great prizes are given away throughout the event.
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Christmas Tree Lighting
The Christmas Tree Lighting held in December is an annual family favorite. Fort Rucker’s very own 98th Army band performs a medley of holiday songs while local choirs sing. The lighting of the tree and a visit from Santa makes this an enjoyable family event.
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Army Community Service:
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Army Community Service (ACS)
Building 5700, Novosel Street,
Rm 390 & 193,
Hours of Operation:
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Army Emergency Relief (AER):
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Emergency financial assistance is available through AER. Assistance is given in the form of a loan, grant or combination of loan and grant. Applicants must have a valid emergency and present military or dependent ID cards. Emergency food vouchers and holiday food vouchers are also available. Information on educational scholarships for children and spouses can be obtained through AER.
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Army Family Team Building (AFTB):
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Program improves Family readiness by assisting military personnel and their Family Members in learning to adapt, accept challenges and deal with changes associated with the military lifestyle. Different levels of instructions are offered for varying degrees of experience and all classes and materials are free. AFTB is a great way to meet other spouses new to the Army or to Fort Rucker.
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The Auto Craft Center has what you need to keep your vehicle running..
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Army Family Action Plan (AFAP):
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Provides members of the Fort Rucker community the opportunity to influence Army quality of life. Soldiers, Family Members and civilians of all levels participate in the annual installation conference. Delegates evaluate and prioritize issues they consider of greatest importance to Army well-being. Issues are assigned to proponent agencies for resolution. AFAP is a great way to volunteer and make real changes in the community.
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Army Volunteer Corps:
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| Focuses on supporting Fort Rucker Soldiers, Family Members and civilian personnel through community involvement. Volunteer opportunities are available both on and off post. Volunteer hours are tracked by the program manager in order to provide volunteer recognition, to support those wishing to apply for employment and to document student volunteer hours for scholarship requirements.(^Top) |
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Employment Readiness Program:
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Exceptional Family Member Program:
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Assists Families in developing solutions to individual and community special needs issues. Soldiers and Family Members may receive instructions on enrollment procedures in the Exceptional Family Member Program. Information on support groups and community resources is available.
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Family Advocacy Program:
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Offers parent education and weekly parent/child support groups: home visitations, stress management, anger management, marriage enrichment workshops, sexual assault prevention training and victim advocacy services. Emphasis is on prevention, education, prompt reporting, investigation, intervention and treatment of spousal and child abuse. Crisis intervention services, which include emergency shelter, respite child care and intervention counseling are available.
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Financial Readiness Program:
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| Focuses on improving the personal financial status of Soldiers and their families, and their abilities to perform as informed consumers. Certified counselors are available to assist with budget development, debt liquidation, checking account maintenance, retirement planning, savings and investing, credit report review, identity theft and home buying. Information and assistance with mediating consumer complaints and resolutions are also available.(^Top) |
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Information, Referral & Follow-up Program:
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Information, Referral & Follow-up is available to assist Service Members and their Families (Active Duty, National Guard and Reserve Components, Retirees and Dependent of Defense Civilians and their eligible Family Members) with information regarding military and civilian resources. Intake evaluations are conducted to link the Fort Rucker community with available and appropriate resources at the lowest cost – without duplication of effort. Army Community Service is your one-stop location for information on installation and community resources.(^Top)
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Mobilization and Deployment Readiness Program:
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| Provides support to commanders of Active and Reserve Components and National Guard Forces. Assistance is given for emergency essential personnel during pre-deployment, mobilization, deployment and homecoming. Emphasis is placed upon Operation R.E.A.D.Y. materials, Family Readiness Group Training, Battlemind II for Spouses, Pre-deployment and Post Deployment briefings, Family Assistance Center and other deployment related training.(^Top) |
Relocation Readiness Program (RRP)
Provides information and assistance to military personnel and their Families as they transition from one community to another. Overseas briefs and video-teleconferences are held to prepare Soldiers and Family Members moving to Germany, Korea, Alaska and Hawaii. Individual relocation counseling is targeted to Soldiers and Families preparing for their first permanent change of duty station or first overseas PCS. The Newcomers’ Welcome provides information about Fort Rucker and the surrounding communities. Futons, rollaway beds, dishes and other household items are available for a limited loan period to any ID card holder. (^Top) |
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Unit Service Coordinator Program (USC):
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Connects military units Army Community Service programs and provides a visible ACS staff member to the unit chain of command. The USC conducts briefings and distributes publicized information to ensure that Soldiers, Family Members and civilians are equipped with the skills and education they need to face the challenges of military life today and tomorrow.
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Auto Craft Center
The Fort Rucker Auto Craft Center has the equipment you need to save money on do-it-yourself car maintenance and repair. At the Auto Craft Center you have access to on-site trained instruction, assistance, tools and equipment. Stop by today to learn about how we can help with your automobile repairs and questions. |
The Auto Craft Center has a Mechanic-for-Hire program which can save military families money in labor fees for repairs. The center offers Mitchell-On-Demand software which allows patrons to access “how-to” automotive information. This software also includes vehicle specific wiring diagrams, maintenance information, technical service bulletins, and recalls.
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The twenty-four bay facility has twelve lifts, eleven flat bays (non-lift) – six located inside the main building and five sheltered bays outside of the main building, a paint booth and body bay. Facilities are easily accessible to Soldiers and their families with operational hours structured to meet their needs.
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| Classes offered include: oil change, tire maintenance, tune-ups, transmission filter service, front and rear brakes, and emission controls. Additional classes may be arranged if requested, for groups or individuals, to fit specific needs |
In addition to the scheduled classes the Auto Craft Center provides daily instruction in those areas covered by the classes, as well as in accessories and electrical troubleshooting, air conditioning and heating systems, steering and suspension systems, engine mechanical and performance.
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The Auto Craft Center is located just off Andrews Avenue on Third Avenue. The Center is open to authorized patrons only. To find out more about the Auto Craft Center call (334) 255-9725.
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The self help car wash located at the Auto Craft Center has three wash bays with a shampooer and standard vacuums, a fragrance machine, and vending machines stocked with clean Armor All towels and air fresheners.
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Need to refill a propane tank, then stop by the Auto Craft Center today. Propane refill allows you to refill your own tanks and bottles. We also service mobile home hook ups rather than having to swap them out.
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Free vehicle inspections are available on posted dates. The Free Holiday Safety Inspections Program provides inspections prior to Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.Telephone 255-9725.
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Aviators’ Landing
Aviators’ Landing offers Daily Lunch Specials Mon. through Fri.s from 11 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Lunch at the Landing features hot and cold sandwiches, soups and chili, full salad bar, dessert selections and featured daily entrees. Fri. evenings at Aviators’ Landing is the place to be. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat German-American Grand Buffet every Fri. night from 5 – 8 p.m. This grand buffet features schnitzel, Jaeger gravy, German coleslaw and potato salad. A variety of other entrees are available, including fried chicken, seafood selections and meatloaf, just to name a few. While not all selections are available every week, feel free to call 598-2426 to find out what foods will be featured. The grand buffet includes a full soup and salad bar, dessert selections and coffee or tea. Whether you’re looking to have a working lunch, or you are part of a larger group, the facilities are quite adequate to suit your needs. Come enjoy a relaxing atmosphere with comfortable seating, television monitors with a number of stations for your viewing, and a superb food selection.
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Adminstrative Office
Tues–Fri 8am–5pm
Lunch Line
Mon. – Fri. 11am–1:15pm
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Dawn Patrol Lounge
The Dawn Patrol Lounge is located inside Aviators’ Landing and opens every Fri. night at 4 p.m. With our reduced price beverages from 7 to 9 p.m., come in and enjoy a friendly game of pool or darts, live entertainment and Planet Bingo in a great atmosphere. Phone 598-2426 ext. 25.
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High Rise
The High Rise is a sports venue Monday - Friday, 4-9pm:Saturday - Sunday, 11am - 9pm and every Wed. night from 5 to 6 p.m. the High Rise hosts a Meet and Greet. Come out and meet your neighbors, while enjoying some delicious food. Come join friends and enjoy your favorite icy cold beverages and order snacks from the bar menu. If you just want to come in and pick up some good food, Call 598-5216 ext. 38121.(^Top)
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Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS)
This program supports the overall quality of single Soldiers’ lives. The Fort Rucker BOSS program was established to meet the leisure & recreational needs of single and unaccompanied Soldiers through innovative, fun-filled recreational programs, and rewarding community service projects.
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The BOSS program provides a vehicle for communication between the single Soldier community and the installation command that fosters the U.S. Army Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation command’s Philosophy:
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That single Soldiers are entitled to the opportunity to recommend policy changes that will enhance their overall quality of life,
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BOSS program eligibility is open to all single Soldiers, which is defined as all unmarried, divorced, widowed, and unaccompanied Soldiers, to include single parent Soldiers. Participation in BOSS activities is open to all single Soldiers. BOSS sponsored events may be open to all, with preference and priority to the single Soldier.
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Command involvement in BOSS is essential to the success and growth of the BOSS program and our single Soldier community. Here on Fort Rucker, the Command ensures participation of the single sector at every level, from junior enlisted to the Senior NCO’s.
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BOSS helps support Single and unaccompanied Soliders through fun-filled programs.
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Child Youth & School Services (CYS)
Located in bldg 5700, Rm. 130. CYS is open Mon. - Fri., 7:30a.m. - 4p.m.
Patrons who plan to use any CYS program should register their child at the CYS Central Registration office. The registration is good for one calendar year and has reciprocity Army-wide (transferable from installation to installation with appropriate documentation of enrollment status). Effective January 1, 2008 the annual Registration fee will be waived under the Army Family Covenant.
Call 255-2958 for more information.
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Child Development Center (CDC)
Located in Bldg 8938, Red Cloud Rd., is open Mon. - Fri., 5:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
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| The Ft. Rucker CDC offers full-day care for children 6 weeks - kindergarten age. The center offers trained staff, balanced meals, and age-appropriate developmental activities. Patron fees are determined by the total family income as directed by the Army CYS Fee Policies and Guidance. Our CDC is certified by the Department of Defense and accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. We also provide child care for groups needing care after hours in the form of special openings where a block of time for a pre-determined number of children is paid for in advance. Child care is also provided during Sun. morning Chapel Services through a contract with the Chapel. |
| Part-Day Toddler and Preschool Program |
Children 2 - 5 years old are eligible for enrollment in the part-day program. This program offers 2, 3, or 5 day sessions. Morning session is from 8 - 11 a.m. This program operates during the school year with two separate summer sessions.
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This program offers before and after school care for children who attend the half-day pre-kindergarten program at the Fort Rucker Primary School. Full day care is provided when schools are on vacation.
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Care is provided for children before/after school for kindergarten age children. Full-day care is provided when schools are on vacation.
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Hourly care is offered Mon. - Fri., 7:45 a.m. to 4 p.m, for children 6 weeks old through kindergarten age. There is a $3.50/hour charge and a two hour minimum stay. Reservations can be made up to 14 days in advance on a space available basis. We ask that reservations that are not needed be cancelled 24 hours in advance to avoid the $5 non-cancellation fee and allow us to offer care to a child on the hourly waiting list.
Call 255-2262 for more information.
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Parents and children bond during the “Mom and Me, Dad, Too,” Army Community Service Program.
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| Hours of operation are Mon. – Thurs., 2:30 – 8 p.m.; Fri., 2:30 – 10:30 p.m.; Sat., 1 – 6 p.m. and 7-11 p.m. The Youth Center facility consists of a large multi-purpose room with a regulation basketball court that doubles as the roller skating rink, a fully equipped Gymnastics/Self Defense room, a dance studio, a music room, a teen room, and a snack area. Youth Services staff are well trained and plan fun and educational age appropriate activities. Youth Services provides leisure and recreational programs for youth ages 11-18 years. Our baseline programming includes: Youth Sponsorship, Workforce Preparation, Volunteer Service, Teen Council, and Computer Lab/Homework Center. Sign up for individual Youth Services activities on-site Mon-Fri from 2:00 – 6:00 p.m.. |
We offer skating on Fri. evenings from 6:15-7:15 p.m. for children twelve years of age and under and from 7:30-10:30 p.m. for all ages.
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Our computer lab instructor manages the Youth Computer Lab housing 15 computers with internet access. Parents must sign a permission slip for their child’s internet access. There are many active 4-H Clubs in operation. The Youth Center is an affiliate member of the Boys and Girls Clubs of America participating in many of their grant and scholarship opportunities and utilizing their curriculum to enhance our programs. Call 255-9108/9127.
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Up-to-date immunization records.
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Valid sponsor ID card.
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DOD Fee Application.(For center-based programs only.)
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Gymnastics is just one of the many fitness activities offered by post CYS.
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is open Mon. – Fri., 5:30 - 8 a.m. and 2:30 - 6 p.m. SAS offers a Before & After School program for 1st thru 5th grades during the school year. Hours of operation are 5:30 - 8 a.m. and 2:30 - 6 p.m. Activities include use of homework center and computer lab. During school vacation periods, SAS offers full day camp. Full day session times are 5:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Framework for the SAS program includes the following areas: Sports & Fitness; Leisure & Recreation; Life Skills & Citizenship; and Mentoring & Support. Breakfast, lunch and a snack are served. Patron fees are based on total household income as directed by the Army CYS Fee Policies and Guidance.
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office hours are 7:30 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.. FCC homes are an integral part of CYS. These homes offer child care services to children whose parents have irregular duty hours, children who need small group settings, and those preferring care in a home setting. FCC homes offer alternative care options for needs that cannot be easily met in center-based programs. Many prefer FCC due to it’s home atmosphere where care is provided for no more than 6 children.
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All FCC providers must register with CYS and be certified prior to opening their home for childcare. Certification classes are held quarterly. Please call for more information concerning becoming a Family Child Care Provider.
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FCC users must register with CYS. Parents can pick up names of potential providers from CYS Central Registration. FCC providers establish their own fees for the services they render. The providers and parents are required to sign a contract agreeing on fees, hours of care to be provided, and terms of payment. Call 255-3446 for more information.
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The CDC celebrates the Army’s Birthday with a Picnic.
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Middle School/Teen (MST) Program Youth Services also offers a Middle School Program for youth ages 11-15 and a teen program for youth who are 16-18 years old. These programs are intended to offer positive alternatives that will minimize “at risk behaviors during parental duty hours.” MST hours are Mon-Fri 3 – 6 p.m. during the school year. Extended hour Camps are held during school vacation periods. Summer MST hours are Mon-Fri 1 - 6 p.m. Teen night times for 13-18 year olds are Mon-Thurs 6 - 8 p.m. Sat. Open Recreation hours for youth 6 - 18 years of age are from 1 - 6 p.m. Sat. Teen Only hours for 13 - 18 year olds are from 7 -11 p.m.
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Instructional Classes
A variety of Instructional Classes are offered through Youth Services. For example Dance, Self-Defense, Piano, Gymnastics, Volleyball, Tennis, Swimming, Voice and Violin Lessons, Wind and Percussion, and Group Band Lessons are all offered through Youth Services.
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Youth Sports & Fitness
The youth sports program provides a wide range of opportunities for participation in team and individual sports. Team sports include T-Ball, baseball, softball, spring and fall soccer, basketball, cheerleading, and tackle football. Fees are set by the Army CYS Fee Policies and Guidance. Fitness and Health opportunities are offered to include health and nutrition issues education.
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Youth Education Support Services (YESS)
TYESS Central Registration is open from 7:30a.m. - 4:15 p.m. Mon. - Fri. Students living on Fort Rucker will attend school on Fort Rucker at the Fort Rucker Primary and Elementary Schools for grades pre-kindergarten through the sixth grade. |
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Fort Rucker’s CYS offers a variety of healthy activities for all ages..
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Beginning in the seventh grade students may attend Daleville, Enterprise or Ozark City Schools. All three school systems provide bus transportation from all housing areas on post. The choice is up to each student’s family.
Call 255-9812 for more information.
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Youth Technology Lab and Homework Center
The Youth Technology Lab (Computer Lab) and Homework Center offers access to the Internet and many software selections. Internet users must have a Parental Agreement Form on file with the Child and Youth Program Associate in the Technology Lab. Here is the opportunity for children and youth to build skills in technology, personal and written communications and cognitive and social skills.
For more information, phone 255-0311.
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Equestrian Center
The Equestrian Center is surrounded by more than 10,000 acres of beautifully wooded trails, and includes a clubhouse with a small kitchen and bathroom facilities. The clubhouse can be rented for a fee, and provides enough room for social or small business gatherings.
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The facility has a hay barn, 40 duplex stalls, each with a 6’ by 12’ tack room, paddocks to stable 80 privately owned horses, as well as 98 stalls for transient and show horses and two community pastures.
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The Equestrian Center has two regulation dressage rings and two round pens. Also available to patrons, a lighted Western arena and lighted jump / show area, covered farriers’ shed and double wash stalls for horses, and regulation cross country courses.
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Programs and services offered throughout the year by the Equestrian Center may include: English and Western riding lessons, children’s pony parties, open horse shows, dressage shows, horse related clinics and other events. Most events are open to the public without an admission fee.
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Five Star Catering
Open Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 4p.m. Five Star Catering is a full service caterer specializing in formal banquets, military balls, elegant weddings, meetings and conferences. From the initial planning to the last dance, Five Star Catering can provide it all. Services include linens, china, glassware, as well as displays and centerpieces. Memorable occasions come in all shapes and sizes - from formal banquets, military balls and elegant weddings for hundreds, to intimate dinners to name just a few. |
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The Fitness Center boasts top-of-the-line LifeFitness equipment.
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Information, Tickets and Reservations (ITR) Open Mon. - Fri., 9a.m. - 5p.m. Closed from 1p.m. to 2 p.m. ITR will assist you with your leisure travel. They also offer tours to Hawaii, Alaska, Opryland and Disney World. Talk to a travel clerk to get information on upcoming tours and trips. ITR plans, promotes, and conducts scheduled group tours and trips; provides information for military recreation areas; and provides you with discounted tickets to Disney World, Universal Studios, Six Flags over Georgia, Sea World, Busch Gardens, Ripley’s Believe It or Not and many other popular attractions.
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With ITR you can book your reservations for hotels, get assistance in planning individual tours, planning your dream vacation, planning a cruise, family reunions, honeymoons upon request and receive tourism information for the local hot spots. Don’t forget about getting your passport photo and application for you and your family before traveling to certain areas. Call 255-2997 for more information.
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Lake Tholocco Lodging.
Open Mon. - Sun., 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Lake Tholocco offers numerous recreational activities, such as boating, water skiing, swimming and fishing. Other facilities available are fishing piers, beaches, pavilions, restrooms, picnic areas and much more. For more information on renting boats, canoes, paddle boats, pavilions and other outdoor recreation items to use during your visit, please contact Outdoor Recreation at 255-4305.
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The new Singing Pines Cabins are located on Lake Tholocco’s West Beach and are top notch recreational lodging facilities. The cabins overlook the banks of West Beach and offer Active Duty Military personnel, DOD civilians, and authorized guests a memorable stay on Lake Tholocco. Two bedroom cabins offers fully equipped kitchen, furnished living space, satellite TV with DVD/VCR, refrigerator, stove, microwave, screened back porch with picnic table, bench glider rocker, and two rocking chairs with a table on the front porch. Enjoy panoramic views of Lake Tholocco and Fort Rucker’s scenic landscape.
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Center Library
Open Mon. Closed, Tues. -Thurs., 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Fri. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sat.
12 p.m. - 5 p.m., Sun. Closed. Center Library is your resource for knowledge, communication and entertainment. |
The library has 20 high-speed public access internet computers, WiFi for laptops, a children’s room and an activities room, copying service, individual study areas, word processors and a digital scanner.
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The library’s collection includes: 68,250 books, 3300 videos/DVD’s, 1150 books on CD, 1040 music CD’s, subscriptions to 112 newspapers and magazines, 110 video games, foreign language books, travel guides, Christian Fiction, Young Adult section and Framed Art for circulation.
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With graphic novels, large print books, and the summer reading program, there is something for every reader, as well as special activities, children’s story time and guest speaker events.
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Some reference services available are the Alabama Virtual Library and OCLC First Search. An automated card catalog and circulation system connected to the Center Library and the Aviation Technical Library makes finding what you need easy.
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Story time provides a program that enhances parent-child interactions, and is held every Fri. except for holidays and DONSA days. The program stimulates motor, language, intellect, and socio-emotional development for children ages 2-4 years old. In addition, the program provides an outlet for parents to socialize and share parenting information.
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Lake Tholocco West Beach Swimming Area
Open Wed. - Sun., 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Closed Mon. and Tues. Cool off during the hot summer months between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day weekend at the West Beach Swimming Area. This popular summer retreat boasts two large waterslides, twin floating kid’s slides, and a large water trampoline. Lifejackets are available. Swimming is allowed only when life guards are present between the hours of 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Swimming at your own risk is prohibited.
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Snack Bar
Open Wed. - Fri., 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., Sat. and Sun., 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. The Snack Bar offers scrumptious treats to include corn dogs, popcorn chicken, popcorn shrimp, nachos, hot dogs, hamburgers and ice cream.
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Rucker Lanes
Open Mon. - Thurs., 11 a.m. - 9 p.m., Fri and Sat., 11 a.m. - 11 p.m., Sun. and Holidays 1 - 6 p.m. The Bowling Center has twenty lanes equipped with automatic scorers, a Pro-Shop, lockers and shoe rental. Try out the snack bar, which serves burgers, chicken, sandwiches, beer, wine coolers, and more. The bowling center is the perfect spot for your next unit party, birthday celebration or hail and farewell. Open bowling and bumper bowling for children ages 3–10 is available year-round.
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Bowling leagues are available for all ages. USBC Youth offers children the experience of league bowling Sat.s at 9 a.m. Fort Rucker offers summer and fall leagues for men, women, mixed, youth and military.
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Come out and enjoy some of the specials that the bowling center has to offer. Every Fri. the center hosts Red Pin Fri.s. Look for the red pin in the machines; if the red pin comes up in the head pin position and you get a strike, you win a free game. The red pin must be witnessed by a bowling center employee and free games must be used that day. Try out the lunchtime special Burger and Bowl for $7. The special includes cheeseburger, fries, soda, shoes and two games of bowling. Come out later for Extreme Bowling Sat.s from 8–11 p.m. For only $10 enjoy unlimited bowling, with lights, music and glow in the dark balls and shoes.
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Come out and play some electronic speed BINGO! The bingo program at Fort Rucker has the best payouts within the local area. Bingo is open to all authorized patrons. All guests must be at least 18 years old in order to play. It is easy to play, and you can buy anywhere from 1 – 40 cards per game. Five additional progressive jackpots are included in your buy-in, free of charge.
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Woodshop
Open Wed. - Fri., 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. and Sat., 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Closed Sun., Mon., and Tues. Turn a two-by-four into a treasure. SACS has a complete woodshop with an experienced staff to help you build anything from a jewelry box to custom furniture. A beginner’s class, which includes a mandatory safety class, is available for everyone who would like to learn more. Safety classes are held Sat. from 9-10:30 a.m. and cost $5.
Call 255-9131 for more information.
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Silver Wings Golf Course
Open Mon. - Fri., 6:30 a.m. - dusk. Weekends and holidays 6:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Call 598-2449 for more information.
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| Programs and Facilities |
The golf course offers golf lessons by appointment, club repair, and also has meeting facilities available. There are organized tournaments as well as a variety of different golf scrambles throughout each month. Members save with discounts on tournament fees. A practice area and 300 yard driving range are available adjacent to the clubhouse. The driving range is open from daylight to midnight, and will accept dollar bills, tokens or rechargeable keys that can be purchased at the Pro-Shop.
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| Private Party Bookings |
The golf course is also open for private party bookings. Come out and enjoy a friendly game of golf, whether it be a social or small business gathering. Advance tee time reservations are required for play on Sat.s, Sun.s, Holidays, and days of no scheduled activities (DONSA’s).
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Open everyday 6:30 a.m. - dusk. Save money at the Silver Wings Golf Course Pro-Shop, with great deals on all current golfing apparel and equipment. Golfers can also purchase daily or annual green fees, as well as rent clubs and carts at the Pro Shop. All rental equipment must be returned by dusk.
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| Divots Restaurant and Grille |
Open Mon. - Fri., 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Weekends and holidays 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. With the 2008 renovation of Divots, comes the ability, not only to give the golfer the full experience, but also allows us to book weddings, receptions, conferences and other special occasions year round. Our bar area seats up to 76 people, and welcomes patrons to experience an impressive lunch or bar menu. Our flat screen televisions add a great atmosphere. The banquet room seats up to 150 people. We are proud of our top-notch facility and look forward to serving you.
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Below are the standard operating procedure guidelines that must be performed by each patron, while boarding their horse at the Equestrian Center:
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The post Equestrian Center hosts various competitions
and shows and boasts exceptional boarding services.
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Required immunizations:
– Rabies, EWFT, West Nile
– Current negative coggins
– Wormed every 60 days
• Large turn out areas on specific days only
• Feeding and cleaning services available
• Must have an off post vet available for emergencies
Prices for Boarding (per month)
E7 and below $72
Other Military $77
Civilian $88
Prices for Other Services
• Clubhouse $50
• Pony Party $75
• Overnight boarding $15
Call 598-3384 for more information.
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Fortenberry-Colton Physical Fitness Center
Hours of Operation Mon. - Fri. 7 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. The Fortenberry-Colton Physical Fitness Center is named after CW3 Wesley Charles Fortenberry and CW2 Lawrence Shane Colton both of whom were killed in action over Baghdad while serving as attack helicopter pilots with the 1st Battalion 227th Avn Reg. 1st Cav. Division Ft. Hood Texas. The Physical Fitness Center is a twenty-three thousand square foot modern facility that boasts top-of-the-line LifeFitness cardiovascular equipment, strive selectorized strength equipment and LifeFitness free weights. Facility includes a fitness room offering Cardio Theater for television viewing, a regulation basketball court, two practice courts, two volleyball courts and a group fitness room.
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Open seven days a week, except for Federal holidays, this facility has both men and women locker rooms with steam and sauna. The Sports Branch hosts 5k/10k runs, dodge ball tournaments, bench press competitions; classes in aerobics, cycling, yoga, hip-hop dance and much more.
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Fitlinxx, a web-based, computerized personal training and tracking program will help you keep your fitness regimen on track, both at home and at the gym. Fitness specialists will be available to assist patrons in setting up their Fitlinxx accounts.
Call 255-3794 for more information.
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Off Duty Travel Site
Check out the Off Duty Travels website at www.offdutytravel.com for fares, travel providers (air, cruise, rail, and car), as well as tips on how to get the best fare by searching the web or being flexible about travel dates. Other travel tips are also available such as air travel tips, e-ticket information, fees for booking over the internet, and luggage tips.(^Top) |
Armed Forces Vacation Club
Check out www.afvclub.com for a “space available” program offering Department of Defense affiliated personnel affordable condominium vacations at over 3,500 resorts around the world.
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Singing Pines cabins at Lake Tholocco, completed in 2008, feature two bedrooms, one bathroom and comfortably sleeps six.
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18 rustic sites and 30 new modern sites that have a concrete parking pad. All sites have electrical and water hook ups. Also available: a dump station, bathhouse with restrooms and shower facilities. There are four on-site travel trailers in the RV park. The trailers can sleep up to six people. Each trailer is equipped with kitchen and bathing facilities. Not available: bedding, cooking, supplies & bathing products.
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All cottages offer a beautiful panoramic view of Lake Tholocco. Our scenic 640 acre lake is full of life and activity. The grounds surrounding the cottages have picnic tables and playground equipment for the children. We offer 2, 3, or 4 bedroom cottages with a bath or shower, fully equipped kitchen, furnished living space, satellite TV, refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer, and screened porch. Call 255-4235 for reservations.
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Paddle boats, canoeing, fishing and skiing are among the
recreation activities available at Fort Rucker’s Lake Tholocco.
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Outdoor Recreation
Mon. - Fri. 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Sat’s & Holidays 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Sun’s 11:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. (Closed on Sun. during winter months) Closed: Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year’s Day. For that special family outing, Outdoor Recreation offers several items to boost the fun potential. Ski boats, pontoon boats, fishing boats, water tubes, canoes, kayaks and paddleboats are available for use on the 640-acre Lake Tholocco. For those family reunions or school fundraiser, ODR offers picnic pavilions, volleyball sets, horseshoe sets, large BBQ cookers, canopies and dunking booths. And for the “Under the Stars” enthusiasts, ODR has camping tents, sleeping bags, camping gear and travel trailers. The travel trailers can sleep up to six people.
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Fort Rucker has several excellent fishing lakes and ponds; Lake Tholocco, Beaver Lake, Buckhorn Lake, Ech Lake, and Beaver Pond. Parcours is designated for children 15 years and younger. Come try your luck with hybrid bass, catfish, crappie and bream and see if you’ll catch The Big One.
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Fort Rucker also offers deer, turkey and hog hunting. All hunters must have a valid hunter’s Safety education course completion card regardless of age. If you do not have a hunter’s safety card, the Alabama State Hunter Education program, in partnership with ODR, offers safety classes on Fort Rucker. Sign up at www.outdooralabama.com.
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All individuals 16 years and older wishing to fish or hunt on Fort Rucker, are required to have an Alabama State license and a Fort Rucker Post Permit. Both may be purchased at Outdoor Recreation. For all the rules and regulations for fishing and or hunting on Fort Rucker, patrons may view the Regulation 215-1 on the www.ftruckermwr.com website.
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This program provides special events for both the youth and challenged sportsmen. In the fall of each year before deer season opens ODR provides a special deer hunt for the youth and challenged sportsman. Youth Fishing tournaments are held once a year in the spring, and just before turkey season the installation works with the local community to host a youth and challenged sportsman turkey hunt.
Call 255-4305 for more information.
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Skills, Arts and Crafts Shop (SACS)
Open Tues., Thurs., Fri., 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., Wed., 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., and Sat., 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Closed Mon. and Sun. Not your ordinary Skills, Arts & Crafts shop here! SACS doesn’t just do crafty stuff, it’s more of a one-stop-shop, which includes framing, laser engraving, RV storage and Lemon Lot registration, pottery/ceramics, woodshop, instructional programs…. and the list goes on and on. So come check out your nationally recognized Best in the Army Skills, Arts and Crafts Shop. There is something for everyone.
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Save money and learn a new skill with SACS instructional framing program. Learn everything from cutting your mattes to assembling your frame. If you feel you don’t have the time, have SACS staff custom frame it for you. Either way, you will come out on top with a quality product.
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Choose from an extensive selection of framing materials to create your very own custom masterpiece.
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Want to make that gift extra special? Get it personalized with SACS laser engraver. Customizing is what we do best. Choose from an extensive line of trophies, plaques and gift items. For all your engraving needs and wants, please keep SACS in mind. We are here to serve you.
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| Pottery has become all the rage. Get your hands dirty at the potter’s wheel. Learn wheel throwing, slab rolling, coil techniques and glazing. Clay is available for all, in a variety of colors. SACS offers pottery programs throughout the year for adults and children seven and up. A special summer program is provided for children. Pour and paint ceramics has a selection of over 2,000 molds. Instructional sessions for learning how to pour and clean your ceramics are available. SACS also has glazes, dry brush acrylics and stains for bisque. From novices to experts, SACS wants you to come join the fun. Tools and supplies are provided for both programs. Kilns are available for firing your pieces. |
A wide variety of hobbies and skills are offered monthly. SACS has sewing and quilting instruction weekly. Programs may also include stained glass, mosaics, jewelry making, scrap-booking, card making and stamping. SACS is currently offering oil painting and photography classes for adults, and various craft classes for children ages 4 and older. Do you have a skill or hobby you would like to teach? Come share your talent and creative ideas with SACS. We would love to have you!
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If you’re a flight student, then look forward to your mandatory map project. SACS provides paper cutters, a heat press and a vacuum press to help make the process a little easier. A minimal fee is charged per map set for use of the equipment and the facility.
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| Patrons may utilize the Lemon Lot to sell their cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, RV’s, trailers and other recreational vehicles. The Lemon Lot is located between Andrews Avenue and 3rd Avenue. All vehicles must be registered with SACS to utilize the lot. Proof of ownership (registration, title, bill of sale, power of attorney, etc...) and ID card are required for registration. Costs per month: $20.00 for cars, trucks, and motorcycles; $30.00 for boats, RV’s and trailers. |
Patrons wishing to store their personal vehicles, boats, motorcycles and recreational vehicles may do so at the RV Storage Lot, located on Hatch Road, across from the Silver Wings Golf Course and Equestrian Center. This is a secured fenced in area with electronic gate accessibility. Currently, the lot holds 214 spaces. All vehicles must be registered with SACS to utilize the lot. Proof of ownership (registration, title, bill of sale, power of attorney, etc...) and ID card are required for registration. Costs per month: $10.00 for On-post residency; $15.00 for Off-post residency.
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Enjoy a round of golf at Fort Rucker’s beautiful,
27-hole Silver Wings Golf Course.
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