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(Tuesday) INSTALLATION EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING
EXERCISE:
Fort Stewart-Hunter Army airfield will conduct an
Emergency Response Training Exercise Tuesday (tomorrow). The actual training
event will most likely happen on Hunter; however, community members may notice
emergency vehicles responding to various areas on Fort Stewart also. The
installation will use the Public Address (Big Voice) system; the Team Stewart
Website at www.stewart.army.mil; The Garrison Facebook sites at
www.facebook.com/FortStewartHunterArmyAirfield;
www.facebook.com/HunterArmyAirfield; and the email system to help make
community members are aware of the ongoing exercise. The Training Exercise Messages will be
proceeded by "Exercise, Exercise, Exercise" to let persons know the
messages are part of the training event.
In the event of a real emergency, those venues would provide
instructions on what action to take. The
exercise is essential to test all aspects of the installation's emergency response
system. Please us caution on the roads,
and thanks for patience and support.
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TODAY/THIS WEEK
(Today) POWER OUTAGE:
There is a power outage scheduled for building 622 &
623 today from 8 to 11 a.m. on Fort Stewart.
The outage is necessary to replace the transformer located between the
two buildings. For more information, contact Cleveland Dargan at 912-767-3767.
(Today) FOOD HANDLER'S CLASS:
This class will be held at Winn ACH in the Patriot
Auditorium from 9-10 a.m. FREE class, certification is good for one year. To
register for this class, please submit your first and last name to
usarmy.stewart.medcom-winn.list.environmental-health-services@mail.mil.
Pre-registration is a REQUIREMENT in order to attend this class, and you must
be on time, no-walk-ins are permitted. This class is mandated for all those
dealing with food items on FSGA/HAAF (Unit functions, Organizational Days, FRG
Events).
(Today) URGENT CARE PILOT:
Urgent Care Pilot starts today. The program authorizes
TRICARE Prime Enrollees two Urgent Care visits per fiscal year (Oct 1-Sep 30)
without a referral and authorization in any region. After two Urgent Care visits, a referral from
the patient's Primary Care Manager (PCM), would be required for future visits
to avoid Point-of-Service (POS) deductibles and cost-shares. Follow up visits
are not authorized without a referral from the PCM.
Please note: Active Duty Service Members, with the
exception of Service Members on TRICARE Prime Remote (TPR) status, cannot use
the Urgent Care Pilot. For additional questions, please contact the Health
Benefits Branch at Fort Stewart 912-435-6716 or Hunter Army Airfield
912-315-3646.
(Tuesday) STEWART CANDLE LIGHT VIGIL:
Stewart Candle Light Vigil will take place Tuesday.
Please join us as we remember our fallen Heroes and honor their surviving
Families. The vigil will begin at 11:30 a.m. in the Main Post Chapel followed
by a complimentary lunch. Honor the sacrifice of those who have paid the
ultimate price for our freedom! Please
call (912) 435-9646 for questions.
(Saturday) BRING YOUR PET TO THE EXCHANGE:
Shoppers are encouraged to bring their pet(s) to the
store at the Fort Stewart Main Store building 71 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday.
First-prize winner will receive a $100 Exchange gift card, and second-place
winner will take home a $75 gift card. Third-place winner will earn a $50 gift
card. And fourth-place winner will take home a $25 gift card. For more
information, call 912-876-8880.
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MAY/OTHER BRIEFS
(May 31) TRAINING RESOURSE CONFERENCE:
S-3's, Operation Sergeants Major, Master Gunners and
Schools NCO's are reminded that the next monthly Training Resource Conference
will be held May 31 at Moon Theater. We
will schedule training devices, ranges and training areas up through NOV
2016. For more information, call
912-435-7689.
(June 1) ACS RESILIENCE TRAINING:
Join the ACS Trainers as the skill of Detect Icebergs
will be instructed, June 1, 9 a.m.-Noon, building 87. Learn how your core beliefs and values shape
your thinking and potentially how you react.
To register, please call (912) 767-1257/4047/1597.
(June 2) ACS CLOSURE:
The ACS on both Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield
will be closed for clients June 2 from 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. so staff members can
attend a ceremony and reception. ACS
will reopen at 2:30 p.m. For questions, please call (912) 767-5058/1257/2882 or
HAAF (912) 315-6816.
(June 2) HUNTER FIRE WARDEN CLASS:
The next HAAF fire warden’s class will be held June 2, at
9 a.m. in building 1128. All attendees are asked to bring a unit appointment
letter stating they are the assigned fire warden for their unit/location with
building number identified. For more information please call 912-315-6494.
(June 6-10) STEWART VBS:
Fort Stewart Vacation Bible School will be held from June
6-10 at the Main Post Chapel from 9 a.m.-noon. Open for children who have
completed Kindergarten through 5th Grade. Register on-line at:
www.groupvbspro.com/vbs/ez/FortStewartVBS2016. POC's:
Bill Agnew, Director of Religious Education 912-767-9789 or Pamela Beal &
Chelsea Nash Volunteer VBS Directors 502-408-6425. E-mail:
william.f.agnew4.civ@mail.mil.
(June 7, 14, 21) BEFORE BABY ARRIVES:
Hey expecting new moms and dads!!! Want to learn the
ropes and the do’s and don'ts on parenting?
Come to your local ACS-Family Advocacy building #82 and sign up for
“Before Baby Arrives”. This class is designed to foster strong bonds between
both parents and their unborn child. It
will also inspire a healthy lifestyle during pregnancy. Classes are held in
three session on June 7, 14, and 21 from 9-11 a.m. If you have any question
don’t hesitate to call (912) 767-2882 for more information.
(June 13-24) MASTER RESILIENCE TRAINER COURSE:
The next Master Resilience Trainer Course will be
conducted on Fort Stewart, June 13-24 June at the SFC Paul R. Smith Army
Education Center. Here is an opportunity to earn the 8R Additional Skill
Identifier. Class seats are available for Soldiers, DA Civilians, and Spouses!
Please contact Tina Birthisel at tina.m.birthisel.ctr@mail.mil to secure your
seat or call the CSF2 Training Center at 912-767-4153 for more information.
(June 20-24) HAAF CHAPEL VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL:
Hunter Chapel Vacation Bible School has begun
registration for volunteers and participants.
Hunter Vacation Bible School is open to all Military, DOD and Military
Retires dependent students that have completed Kindergarten thru 5th
Grade. You can register your child and
sign-up to volunteer at https://www.groupvbspro.com/vbs/ez/HAAFVBS2016. ALL
VOLUNTEERS ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE A BACKGROUND CHECK. For more information contact Mr. Charles
Archer, (912) 315-5934 or email at Charles.Archer1.civ@mail.mil.
(Aug. 20) SAVE THE DATE FOR BABY EXPO:
The 6th annual Baby Expo is scheduled for Club Stewart,
10 a.m.-2 p.m., Aug. 20. Hosted by Winn Army Community Hospital, the event is
open to the public. Anyone who is wanting to become pregnant, anyone who is
pregnant, or anyone who has recently had a baby and their families is invited.
If anyone is interested in becoming a vendor at this event, please contact
megan.n.jensen.mil@mail.mil for details. Being a vendor is free! For more
information, contact 253-229-3468.
(Through September) SUMMER SAFETY CAMPAIGN:
The 100 Days of Summer campaign focusing on traffic
safety and motorcycle safety has begun and will continue through Sep. 1. There
will be increased safety checkpoints to ensure that drivers are buckling up and
driving safely by both Ft Stewart PD and surrounding Law Enforcement agencies.
For more information, please call 912-767-6390.
(Last Thursday of each month) MWR WINDSHIELD TOUR:
Are you a newcomer to Fort
Stewart? Want to learn more about the installation? Fort Stewart/Hunter FMWR
has you covered! Hop on the MWR
tour bus the last Thursday of every month and get the windshield tour. The tour
starts 10:15 a.m. at Club Stewart. Call 912-767-3695 to register; space is
limited.
(Ongoing) HAAF CHAPEL NAVIGATORS BIBLE STUDY FOR SINGLE
SOLDIERS:
The HAAF Chapel Navigators Bible Study is open to all
Military personnel. They meet in the
HAAF Chapel Fellowship Hall, building #145 every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. If you are interested, come join us and bring
a friend. For more information contact
Mr. Charles Archer, (912) 315-5934 or email at
Charles.Archer1.civ@mail.mil.
(Ongoing) HAAF BOY SCOUT TROOP 8 - RECRUITING MEMBERS:
The Boy Scout Troop 8 meets in the HAAF Religious
Education Center, building #129 (Adjacent to the Hunter Chapel) every Sunday at
4 p.m. If you have a boy interested in joining the Scouts, come and discuss it
with the Scout Master Steve Wurtz or Assistant Scout Master Stephen Dant. For more information contact Mr. Charles
Archer, (912) 315-5934 or email at Charles.Archer1.civ@mail.mil.
(Ongoing) HAAF GIRL SCOUT TROOP RECRUITING MEMBERS:
The Girl Scout Troop that meets in the HAAF Religious
Education Center, building #129 (Adjacent to the Hunter Chapel) on Thursdays at
6 p.m. are welcoming new members. If you
have a girl interested in joining one of the different levels of Girl Scouts,
come and discuss it with the Scout Master Mrs. Barbara Reynolds before or after
the Girl Scout Meeting. For more
information contact Mr. Charles Archer, (912) 315-5934 or email at
Charles.Archer1.civ@mail.mil.
(Ongoing) MARNE JUSTICE NEWSLETTER:
The March/April edition of the Marne Justice newsletter
may be read at:
http://www.stewart.army.mil/412/docs/Marne%20Justice%20MAR-APR%202016.pdf. This new monthly newsletter provides
important information about the consequences of both military and civilian
misconduct on Fort Stewart/HAAF. It also
includes information and tips to ensure you are familiar with the laws that
apply on post and to help you and your family members avoid unintended
violations. Questions may be directed to
912-767-7120.
(Ongoing) AFAP:
Why use the Army Family Action Plan (AFAP)? AFAP is the Army's primary tool communication
to leadership issues of importance for Soldiers, Family Members, retirees and
DA Civilians. It helps adjust and make improvements that will increase
recruitment, retention and work-life satisfaction. LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD:
Make recommendations and submit to Team Stewart website or contact Miguel Cruz
at Miguel.e.cruz2.civ@mail.mil or (912) 767-3863. You can make a difference.
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FMWR BRIEFS
(Tuesday) JUNIOR GOLF CLINIC AT TAYLORS CREEK:
PGA Golf Professional John Fesperman will teach youth
ages 7-17 every aspect of the golf game – rules, grip, stance, posture,
putting, chipping, pitching, irons and woods – during the six-week Junior golf
Clinic starting Tuesday at Taylors Creek Golf Course. The total of 6 hours of
instruction will be given from 10-11 a.m. through June 28. The cost is $120 per
student. For more information, call 912-767-2370.
(Friday) WIN A CAR WITH A HOLE-IN-ONE AT TAYLORS CREEK:
Play in the Commander’s Scramble at Taylors Creek Golf
Course on Friday and you could win a Chevy Malibu provided by Mike Reed
Chevrolet if you make a hole-in-one. The four-person scramble gets under way at
8 a.m. The $45 per person cost includes greens fee, golf car, range balls,
lunch and prizes such as gift cards and pro shop merchandise. For more
information, call 912-767-2370.
(Saturday) STEWART/HUNTER OUTDOOR POOLS OPEN:
The Corkan Recreation Area Outdoor Swimming Pool on Fort
Stewart (912-767-8575) and the Hunter Army Airfield Outdoor Pool/Water Spray
Park (912-315-5786) will open for the summer season Saturday, Memorial Day
Weekend. Hours will be Thursday-Monday from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. (Closed
Tuesdays and Wednesdays.) Price is $3 daily. Family and individual season
passes are $80 each. Season passes can be purchased at Stewart/Hunter Leisure
Travel offices or at the pools after opening. Kids under 4 are admitted free.
Bryan Village Outdoor Pool is closed this season because of a lack of certified
lifeguards.
(Saturday) HOLBROOK MOVIES UNDER THE STARS:
The first showing in the popular Holbrook Pond “Movies
Under the Stars” series” will be Saturday and will feature “Home.” The film is
rated PG and lasts 93 minutes. The movies are free and begin at sunset. Popcorn
and drinks will be available for sale. Movie-goers are asked to bring their own
chairs or blankets. Other movies to be
shown are “Minions,” June 24; “Cinderella,” July 22; “Inside Out,” Aug. 20;
“Jurassic World,” Sept. 17, and “Transylvania 2,” Oct. 22. For more
information, call 912-767-4316.
(June 1) JACKSONVILLE JAGUAR TICKETS GO ON SALE AT
LEISURE TRAVEL:
Tickets for all pre-season and regular season
Jacksonville Jaguars home games will go on sale June 1 at the Stewart/Hunter
Leisure Travel Offices. Ticket prices will vary according to the game. The
Jaguars play their home games at EverBank Field in Jacksonville. They will open
their 2016 regular season against the Green Bay Packers on Sept. 11. The Fort
Stewart Leisure Travel Office (912-767-2841) is in the PX Furniture Mall Complex.
The Hunter office (912-315-3674) is in the Hunter PX Exchange.
(June 3) “DATE NIGHT” DINNER AND A MOVIE AT CLUB STEWART:
Take that special someone to “Date Night” Dinner and a
Movie at Club Stewart on June 3. Watch the heartwarming film, "The Hundred
Foot Journey," based on the beloved, best-selling novel about an Indian
family that settles in a quaint French village and opens an Indian eatery. The
movie is rated PG. Dine on French and Indian inspired cuisine. The cost is $50
per couple, which includes gourmet salad and appetizer buffets, choice of
entrée and shareable dessert for two. Social hour begins at 6 p.m., followed by
dinner and the movie at 7 p.m. Cash bar available. For more information, call
912-767-4717.
(June 4) ‘SUPER SATURDAY’ BINGO AT STEWART AND HUNTER:
There are plenty of chances to win during ‘Super
Saturday’ Bingo from 1 p.m. until midnight June 4 at Stewart Bingo (adjacent to
Club Stewart, building 405) and Hunter Bingo (adjacent to Hunter Club, building
6015.) Program includes specials, intermissions, jackpots, warm-ups, late
nights and lightning bingo, with a $4K coverall, two $2,500 games and seven
$1,000 games. For more information, call 912-767-4200 (Stewart) or 912-315-4603
(Hunter).
(June 4) WHISKERS & BOBBERS KIDS FISHING DAY AT
HOLBROOK POND:
Kids (ages 15 and under) of Military ID cardholders are
invited to the free Whiskers & Bobbers Kids Fishing Day from 7-10 a.m. June
4 at Holbrook Pond (off Ga. Hwy 144). Registration will be on-site on the day
of the event. A limited number of T-shirts will be on sale for $10 each. Kids
will be able to catch up to five catfish each, plus have their catch cleaned.
Prizes will be awarded in three age groups for the largest catfish caught.
Plus, there’ll be a catfish tasting station, door prizes and the Bass Clubs
will have a casting competition. Permit and state fishing license fees will be
waived. Parents can accompany their children and assist them, but will not be
permitted to fish. A limited amount of bait and some fishing poles will be
available on a first-come, first- served basis. For more information, call
912-767-4316.
(June 11) BOSS PAINTBALL AT STEWART:
Love Paintball? Play at 10 a.m. June 11 with fellow
Soldiers and those who have a passion for paintball. Register at the site on
the day of event at Holbrook Outdoor Recreation Area (off Highway 144), or by
calling 912-767-9917 or 912-271-5136. Players may use their own equipment or
equipment provided by Outdoor Rec. Paint will be supplied. Cost is $10 per BOSS
Soldier and extra fee for other players (includes lunch). For more information,
call 912-767-4316.
(Ongoing) STEWART SCHOOL AGE CENTER GEARING UP FOR SUMMER
CAMPS:
Fort Stewart’s School Age Center, building 7160 on Austin
Road, has planned a variety of weekly summer camp opportunities, such as the
“Dramafied Knockout Camp,” the “Mad Science Camp” and Little “Leonardios Art
Camp.” Field trips also are scheduled. For more information or to register,
call the center at 912-767-2635.
(Ongoing) HUNTER SCHOOL AGE CENTER PLANS VARIETY OF
SUMMER ACTIVITIES:
Hunter’s School Age Center, 2599 South Perimeter Road,
plans a variety of weekly summer camp activities, with titles such as “All
About Me,” “Exploring Under The Sea,” “Youth Chef Academy” and “Creating
Writing,” to name a few. The summer activities also include field trips. For
more information or to register, call the center at 912-315-9795.
(Ongoing) SUMMER ICHETUCKNEE RIVER TUBING TRIP
REGISTRATION:
Registration ends June 6 for the Summer Ichetuckneee
River (Florida) Tubing trip on June 11. The cost is $30 per person, which
includes entry fees, transportation and tube rental fee. Sign up on WebTrac,
the Holbrook Equipment Rental Facility (building 8325) or the Stewart/Hunter
Leisure Travel offices. Group will depart Stewart at 5 a.m. June 11 and be back
on post about 7 p.m. For more information, call 912-767-4316.
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COASTAL HAPPENINGS
(Events scheduled in the local area are considered public
information, and mention of these events does not constitute sponsorship or
endorsement.)
(July 23) CONCERT:
“Toby Love” & Ken-Y Concert. For the First time in
the Coastal Empire and The Low Country the most popular Urban Bachata Singer in
the last 10 years...TOBY LOVE...LIVE...Early Bird $30...Music Vault 8082
Speedway Blvd. Hardeeville, SC; 15+ with adult supervision.www.tickeri.com. In
Addition the Sensational Group from Savannah, Atlanta and South Carolina
"SAVANNAH LATIN SWING" plus your favorite DJ's DJ MAR, DJ FIRE and DJ
JOSH...doors open at 9 p.m.
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ADMIN NOTES
MARNE MESSAGE SUBMISSIONS:
The Marne Message submission email address is: USARMY
Fort Stewart ID List ALL Message Request (on the global) or typed as:
usarmy.stewart.3-id.list.all-message-request@mail.mil. In order to keep the
Marne Message timely and concise, limit submissions to 75 words or less. Do not
use military times. Attachments cannot be included, but links to more online
information can. Only official installation, MWR, or command directed messages
are considered.
WANT TO GET MARNE MESSAGES?
Individuals wishing to get the Marne Message, who do not
have a Fort Stewart - Hunter Military Email Account, can visit the 3rd Infantry
Division on Facebook page at:
www.facebook.com/3rd.Infantry.Division. If you have a Fort Stewart -
Hunter Military Email Account and don’t automatically get the Marne Message,
you can request an account by sending an email to “USARMY Ft Stewart 3 ID
Mailbox Marne Message” or usarmy.stewart.3-id.list.all-message-request@mail.mil
<mailto:usarmy.stewart.3-id.list.all-message-request@mail.mil>. If you
have questions, concerns, or problems, please call Public Affairs at (912)
435-9872.
IF YOU HAVE PCS'D:
If you have moved and are no longer assigned to Fort
Stewart or Hunter Army Airfield, follow these instructions to change your duty
location. Go to Milconnect at https://www.dmdc.osd.mil/milconnect, login,
select the "My profile" tab, select "Update and View My
Profile", select the tab that corresponds to your current role in DoD
(i.e. Mil, CIV, CTR, etc.). On the duty
installation drop down menu select your correct duty location. Your name will
be removed from Marne Message distribution lists at the next scheduled update
which is performed monthly. If you have
any problems, send an email to “USARMY Ft Stewart 3 ID Mailbox Marne Message”
or usarmy.stewart.3-id.list.all-message-request@mail.mil. If you have questions, concerns, or problems,
please call Public Affairs at (912) 435-9872.
