Marne Message: June 2016

TODAY/THIS WEEK

(Today) STEWART WATER OUTAGE:

A water outage will take place today from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. in the 600 block to repair a leaking water line in the parking lot at building 635. The buildings that will be affected are 628,629,630,634,635,636,637,638,639,640, and 641. For more information please contact the DPW Service Order Desk at 912-767-2883.

(Today) HUNTER OFFICIAL MAIL & DISTRIBUTION CENTER HOURS CHANGE:

Effective today, the Hunter Army Airfield Mail Center hours change. Due to recent significant reductions in personnel, the HAAF Official Mail & Distribution Center is being reduced to a satellite facility. Full customer service hours will be provided on Mondays and Wednesdays only from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Special considerations will be made for holidays and will be announced in advance. Unit mailroom mail clerk classes will only be conducted at the Fort Stewart Official Mail & Distribution Center, building 418, on the 1st Thursday of each month. Mail clerk testing will be conducted at Hunter on last Wednesday's of each month. Please direct any questions and concerns by calling the Fort Stewart Official Mail and Distribution Office at (912) 767-3989 or (912) 767-7822.

(Tuesday) CLIF LOCATION CHANGE:

The location has changed for the June Community Leaders Information Forum to the Palmetto Room at Club Stewart, 10 a.m. Tuesday on Fort Stewart. For questions, contact Vandowyn Johnson at ACS, 912-767-2882.

(Tuesday) STEWART GARRISON COMMANDER SUPERVISOR FORUM:

The Garrison Commander will conduct mandatory training for all Garrison Civilian Supervisors and those in uniform that supervise Garrison Civilians, AF and NAF Tuesday from 1-2 p.m. in building 624, GCR with VTC to HAAF Garrison HQs (for anyone at HAAF who would like to participate and not have to drive to Fort Stewart).The POC is Ms. Fisher, 912-767-5047 or Carol.a.fisher1.civ@mail.mil or Randy Dutkiewicz, 912-767-6628 or Randall.k.Dutkiewicz.civ@mail.mil.

(Tuesday) TRAINING RESOURCE 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 June 28, 9:30 a.m. at Moon Theater. We will schedule training devices, ranges and training areas up through December 2016. Next month's Resource Conference will be July 26. For more information, call 912-435-7689.

(Through Thursday): EXCHANGE SHOPPERS CHANCE TO WIN A HARLEY:

Soldiers looking to ride into adventure can get the chance to take the keys to their very own Harley thanks to a sweepstakes from the Army & Air Force Exchange Service and Dr Pepper. One lucky winner will take home a Harley-Davidson Sportster Forty-Eight motorcycle valued at $11,199. Authorized Exchange shoppers worldwide can enter through Thursday at www.shopmyexchange.com/sweepstakes. For more information, call 912-876-8880. The Dr Pepper Refresh, Win & Ride drawing will take place around July 7. No purchase is necessary to enter or win.

(Friday) NO MORE ON-SITE SAFE REPAIRS UNDER 600 POUNDS:

Effective Friday, the Logistics Readiness Center will no longer provide on-site safe repair for safes less than 600 lbs. All safes under 600 lbs. will be brought to the LRC Small Arms facility, Building 1048 with a DA Form 2407-E or DA Form 2407 approved and stamped by G4 Maintenance. For safes that weigh over 600 lbs., an "on-site repair" work order may be submitted and the LRC will schedule an appointment to visit the unit's location. For additional information units may contact (912) 767-7319.

(Saturday-Monday): STEWART-HUNTER EXCHANGE HOLIDAY HOURS:

The Exchange at Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield will begin operating under special hours for the Independence Day holidays, beginning Saturday. For specific openings and closures, call 912-876-8880.

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JUNE/OTHER BRIEFS

(Through Aug. 1) GARRISON SUPER SAVER PROGRAM:

Are you interested in winning $500? If so this program is for you! Take a look around. Is there something you see that is wasting money? Is it a problem we can solve locally? If you are a Garrison employee and submit the best idea for saving the Garrison money, you will win $500. Submit your ideas on the Super Saver Nomination Form available on the Team Stewart webpage under Garrison, Garrison Management Offices, Resource Management Office. Nominations are boarded with the Garrison of the Quarter Award submissions. The next cutoff is Aug. 1. POC for submission is Ms. Barbara Cardinal, barbara.j.cardinal.civ@mail.mil.

(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) TRICARE PRIME FEES FY17:

There will be no increase in annual TRICARE Prime Enrollment Fees FY17. Current fees for FY16 are Single-$282.60 and Family-$565.20. You may contact TRICARE Customer Service at 1-800-444-5445 for additional questions. You may also contact the Health Benefits Branch on Fort Stewart at 912-435-6716 or HAAF at 912-315-3646.

(Ongoing) HUNTER FIRE WARDEN CLASS:

The HAAF Fire Warden class is held the First Thursday of every month. The class is held in building 1128 and begins at 9 a.m. There is no need to sign up but 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.

(Ongoing) FORT STEWART FIRE WARDEN CLASS:

The Fort Stewart Fire Warden class is held the Second Thursday of every month. The class is held in building 1851 and begins at 9 a.m. There is no need to sign up BUT 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 912-767-7006.

(Ongoing) SAFETY GRAM 101 DAYS OF SUMMER SAFETY:

Temperatures are rising, Soldiers and Civilians will be challenged as they execute both on and off-duty activities. Privately owned vehicle (POV) operations, recreational water activities and seasonal conditions account for the majority of summer accidents and injuries. We ask everyone to take ownership of the risk-management process and to be your own best battle buddy. Whether you are taking a Family vacation, road trip, riding your motorcycle or boating on the lake, be aware of potential hazards. Take responsibility for your own safety. Wear your seat belts, obey speed limits and wear your personal protective equipment as required. We cannot afford the loss of a Soldier, Family Member, or Civilian employee to a preventable injury. Now is the time to evaluate and ensure all facets of your summer safety initiatives are in order. You can go to this link and print out SG # 16-12 (Heat Illness), SG #16-13 (Heat Cramps and Heat Exhaustion and SG #16-14 (Heat Stroke) flyers and post it on your safety board: http://www.stewart.army.mil/info/?id=409&p=0.

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FMWR BRIEFS

(Today) NEWMAN POOL REOPENED:

Family and MWR is pleased to inform you that the chemical correct balance has been restored to the Newman Fitness Center Indoor Pool. It is now open regular hours Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information, please call 912-767-3031.

(Tuesday, Ongoing) ‘NAKED DOG’ FOOD TRUCK AT TAYLORS CREEK:

The Naked Dog food truck, serving up gourmet hot dogs with all the toppings, will be at Taylors Creek Golf Course– Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursdays – beginning today from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The truck even features daily fresh homemade slaw, along with real Italian ice, gelato, smoothies, shakes and fresh squeezed lemonade. The menu and prices are as follows: hot dog, $3; jumbo hot dog, $4; Italian sausage, $4; polish sausage, $4; Chicago dog, $4; pulled pork sliders, $6; Italian beef, $7; loaded baked potato $3; coleslaw, $3; baked beans, $3; chips, $1; soft drinks, $2; water, $2 and Italian ice, $5.

STEWART/HUNTER INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATIONS:

The public is invited to join Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield military personnel and their Families in celebrating Independence Day. The Hunter celebration begins at 8:30 p.m. Friday at Family Day Field. The 3rd ID band will play, followed by a dazzling fireworks display. Fort Stewart will have a Salute to the Nation ceremony starting at 8:30 p.m. Monday at Cottrell Field. The 3rd ID band will play patriotic music prior to a 50-gun salute (one round for each of the 50 states) as the “Voice of the Marne” narrator gives a brief history. Following the artillery salute, a fireworks display will light up the night sky and bring the celebration to a close. Grills, pets and glass bottles are strictly prohibited on Family Day Field at Hunter and on the Quick Track, Newman and Cottrell Field at Stewart. Brought to you in part by USAA and Rock 106.9. For more information, call 912-315-5078 (Hunter) or 912-767-6212 (Stewart).

(Monday) RED, WHITE AND BLUE 4TH OF JULY SCRAMBLE AT TAYLORS CREEK:

Start your Independence Day celebration with the nine-hole, Red, White and Blue 4th of July Golf Scramble at Taylors Creek Golf Course. Registration opens at 7 a.m. and play begins at 8 a.m. Play will be on the back nine, as the front nine will close to allow fireworks to be put into place for the Salute to the Nation festivities later that evening. Cost of $25 per person includes cart, greens fee, range balls and prizes. For more information, call 912-767-2370.

(July 5) INDEPENDENCE DAY GOLF TOURNAMENT AT HUNTER GOLF COURSE:

Complete your Fourth of July holiday celebration by playing in the 18-hole, 4-person Independence Day Golf Tournament at Hunter Golf Course on July 5. Play begins at 8 a.m. Registration now open. The cost of $45 per person includes range balls, cart and greens fees, light lunch and prizes. For more information, call 912-315-9115.

(July 9) KAYAK FLOAT TRIP ON COASTAL GEORGIA WATERWAY:

Enjoy the great outdoors, at a leisurely pace, during the Kayak Float Trip July 9 on a Coastal Georgia waterway. The cost is just $20 per person and includes transportation to the start and end point for the trip. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Paddlers must be at least 12 years old. Participants are asked to bring a sack lunch and water/beverage for the float. Limited number of two-person kayaks available. Register at either the Stewart or Hunter Leisure Travel office or at Outdoor Recreation Equipment Checkout (912-435-8205), building 8325 at Holbrook Pond, by July 6. Questions? Call 912-767-4316.

STEWART/HUNTER YOUTH INVITED TO FREE GOLF CLINICS:

Youth (ages 7-17) are invited to learn the basics of golf, including chipping, putting, woods and other aspects of the game at free monthly clinics taught by PGA Professionals John Fesperman at Taylors Creek Golf Course and Tommie McArthur at Hunter Golf Course. The one-hour clinics begin at 4 p.m. at Taylors Creek and are scheduled July 12, Aug. 9, Sept. 6, Oct. 4, Nov. 8 and Dec. 6. At Hunter, the clinics start at 9 a.m. and will be held July 23, Aug. 20, Sept. 24 and Nov. 26. Driving range balls provided. Clubs available for those who need them. Space is limited. For more information, visit StewartHunterMWR.com or call 912-767-2370 (Taylors Creek) or 912-315-9115 (Hunter).

(July 15) HUNTER GARRISON COMMANDER’S FOOTGOLF SCRAMBLE:

Enjoy the camaraderie and team-building while having fun playing an increasingly popular sport in the Hunter Garrison Commander’s Footgolf Scramble. The four-person scramble will start at 9 a.m. July 15 at Hunter Golf Course. Cost is $20 per person. Registration closes July 13. For more information, call 912-315-9115.

(July 21) 2016 LIBERTY COUNTY SCHOOLS MILITARY REGISTRATION DAY:

Liberty County Schools Military Registration Day will be July 21 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at your specific school. To assist and ease Military Families with their transition into Liberty County School System, all Liberty County Schools will be registering students, providing school and district information, giving class assignments, and be able to answer academic and school related questions for the 2016-2017 School Year. Certain forms of identification, proof of residence, report cards/transcripts, and medical forms required. For more information, visit StewartHunterMWR.com or call 912-767-6533.

(July 23) DINNER AND A MOVIE AT CLUB STEWART:

Enjoy the atmosphere of a first class dinner theatre at Club Stewart on July 23. Enjoy the comedy-drama, “Chef,” about a chef who loses his job and starts up a food truck in an effort reclaim his creative promise and piece back together his broken family. Get a taste from the trailer at: youtube.com/watch?v=UeF16MCDJtM The film is rated R due to adult language. The cost is $25 per person, which includes a three-course gourmet meal, inspired by food truck dishes, and dessert. Beers and gourmet cocktails available for purchase. 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.

(Aug 12, 13) FREE INSHORE AND OFFSHORE FISHING TOURNAMENT FOR ACTIVE DUTY SOLDIERS:

Fifty Active Duty Soldiers will be given an all-expense paid fishing tournament by the Fort McAllister Sports Fishing Club on Saturday Aug. 13. Boats vary in size, so Soldiers will fish in groups of 1, to 4 per captain. Fishing will be off shore or in shore, depending on the boat type. No experience is required. Soldiers can apply at any Outdoor Recreation or Leisure Travel facility at Stewart or Hunter starting July 1. Registration also can be accomplished at StewartMWR.com. Deadline is July 20 at 5 p.m. Names will be drawn July 21 and those selected will be notified the following day. Participants are required to attend a captains’ meeting at 7 p.m. Aug. 12 at the Fish Tales Seafood Restaurant next to the Fort McAlister Marina. They will report at 6 a.m. Aug. 13 at the restaurant for departure. Weigh-in will be from 3-5 p.m. Winners’ prizes and door prizes will be awarded at a reception following the weigh-in. For more information, call 912-767-4316.

(ONGOING) SIGNUP FOR WHITE WATER RAFTING TRIP SCHEDULED IN JULY:

If you’re an adrenaline junkie in need of a fix, register now to visit the National White Water Center near Charlotte, N.C. From world class rapids to a rugged mountain biking courses, a rock wall and even a high ropes challenge course, the park appeals to all outdoor enthusiasts. This park is even used for training the Olympic White Water Rafting team, so challenge yourself and register today. The group departs July 16 at 5 a.m. for the Center. The fun lasts into the night with live music and entertainment. Lodging will be at Holiday Inn Express, which will serve a full breakfast the following morning. Cost is $150 per person, which covers transportation, lodging and entertainment. For more information call or visit the Stewart/Hunter Leisure Travel offices. Call 912-767-2841 or 912-315-3674 now.

(Ongoing) STEWART/HUNTER CYSS ADDS PART-TIME /PART-DAY TO CHOICES:

Child, Youth and School Services has added Part-time and Part Day care to its child care services offerings, effective in August. Hourly and full daycare care options currently provided by CYSS are not affected by these additions. The additional services are designed to give parents and guardians a greater variety of options, choices and flexibility in child care. Registration begins July 5. For further information about schedules at Stewart/Hunter facilities go to StewartHunterMWR.com or call Parent Central Services at Stewart (912-767-2312) or Hunter (912-315-5425).

(Ongoing) SIGN UP FOR CYSS SUMMER CAMP:

No need for CYSS-registered youth to be bored this summer. CYSS offers summer camps for ages four to 18, with prices ranging from free to $50 and covering a variety of interests. Among the array of July camps are two sessions of Art Expedition, one session of Crafting, Drawing & Painting, Oh Wow and one session of Paint & Play. Plus, there are the Hip Hop Street Beatz and Fairy Tale Princess Dance Camps, Track and Field and Football Camp. For more details, or to register, call Parent Central Services at 912-767-2312.

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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 4) ATLANTA ZOO FREE ADMISSION:

Zoo Atlanta offers special July 4 military promotion. On July 4, active-duty members, reserves and veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces will enjoy FREE admission (military ID required) and $4 off general admission for up to six accompanying guests. The offer must be redeemed in person at Zoo Atlanta Admissions and is not valid online. Not valid with any other discount or promotion. Active-duty members, reserves and veterans also enjoy free admission year-round! Learn more at www.zooatlanta.org. For more information, call 404-624-5980.

(July 16) BACK TO SCHOOL COMEDY:

A comedy event is planned for July 16. Presented by Cody Cox & A Night of Laughter 4, at The Liberty County Performing Arts Center, 6-9 p.m. Performing Comedians: Steve Wanamaker & Mope Williams . Free backpack and school supply giveaways. Advance tickets $10 and $15 at the door. For more information, call 912-237-8655 or 912-237-3177.

(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. For more information, call 912-435-5087.

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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.

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