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In November, we celebrate Military Family Appreciation Month. What better way to show your

Family you care than to start healthy habits? To help youand your Family accomplish this, we have filled

November’s issue with articles that provide tips on how tomanage your weight, recipes to help you eat healthy and

information about Fort Campbell’s Physical Fitness Facilities (PFF) to get you moving. Find out how to avoid holiday weight gain on page 16. If you are searchingfor seasonal recipes that are delicious and good for you, be sure to check out page10. Staying active is vital to your health and happiness. Find out on page 21 aboutthe many fitness opportunities available on Fort Campbell to help you stay energizedthis holiday season.

As we show appreciation for military Families and sacrifices they make, donot forget our Veterans, who are very much a part of our military Family. On page 6,discover the origin of Veteran’s Day and how you can celebrate this special holiday.

With nights coming early, and dawn coming late, life’s fast pace seems toslow a bit during this season. Take this time to reflect on the past year and acknowledge the many people who have helped or inspired you during your journey.As we prepare for Thanksgiving, let us not isolate the show of our appreciation tojust that day. Try to find ways to express to your loved ones how much they mean toyou every day. A simple note or card expressing your gratitude can brighten anyone’s day. Find out how Fort Campbell is celebrating military Families all monthlong on pages 3 and 4.

EditorLisa Taylor

ContributorsTina BeachTara GoodsonAndrea LatimoreTammy LewisDeanna LockBecki MastrianCharlene MazurKeri McPeakGlenn PepperTess Peterson

PhotographyDeborah YoungTara GoodsonU.S. Army Family and MWR Command

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Creative DirectorSears Hallett

AdvertisingDavid LoosCreative [email protected]

Disclaimers:Fort Campbell’s MWR Life Magazine is a monthly magazine produced by the Fort Campbell MWR Marketing Department under the authority of AR 215-1.Facilities and activities publicized are open to authorizedpatrons.

The purpose of Fort Campbell MWR Life is to providecurrent information about Fort Campbell MWR activitiesand events; to share ideas which will help readers become educated about Fort Campbell MWR activitiesand motivate them to take full advantage of these programs that contribute to our Fort Campbell Soldiersand Military Families’ better quality of life. Views andopinions expressed are those of the authors. The mention or appearance of commercial advertisers, commercial sponsors and/or their logos does not constitute endorsement by the Federal Government.

The information in this issue is current at the time of publication; activities and events are subject to change.

MWR Marketing is located at 5663 Screaming EagleBlvd, Fort Campbell, Kentucky. For more information, call 270-798-7535 or log on to www.fortcampbellmwr.com.24 hr. event line - 270-798-3172www.facebook.com/fortcampbellmwr

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• Once chrysanthemums have stopped blooming, cut stems back close to the ground and clean surrounding area of debris.

• You can continue to transplant your perennials throughout the fall and winter, as long as they remain dormant.

• Clean up rose beds removing all diseased leaves. • Tulip bulbs may still be planted in the early part of the month.• This month is a good times to transplant trees and shrubs. Most

ornamentals are dormant, and can be safely dug and replanted. • To reduce next year's pest population, destroy bagworm capsules on

trees and shrubs. • After ground freezes, mulch small fruit plants. • Remove old fruit from fruit trees and rake up those on the ground.

Good sanitation practices reduce re-infestation of insects and diseases the following season.

• Order seed catalogs now for garden planning in January. • Watch for insect, slug and snail, or disease damage throughout your

garden. Take the necessary steps to control the problem to avoid infestation in spring.

• Protected tender plants from frost. Create a blanket of protection over the root system by mulching.

Lisa Taylor, [email protected]

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“As we continue to fight the global war onterrorism, our Soldiers can spend long periods of time away from their Families.We are an Army at war, supporting a nationat war. Our young men and women servewillingly to preserve the freedoms for allAmericans. Our Army has a tough missionand they need the support of husbands

and wives, children and parents, brothersand sisters. Our Families and communitiesare what make our Army and this countrystrong.”Sergeant Major of the Army, Kenneth O. Preston

Soldiers work hard each day tomake our country safe. Keeping theirmorale high is essential in turbulent timessuch as these. Behind every Soldier is astory. The people within those stories aremost often Family members. Military Families love and support their Soldiers.Originally established by the Armed ForcesYMCA, Military Family Month became a nationally celebrated event by presidentialproclamation in 2009. The goal is to recognize the strength and service of militaryfamilies and to show appreciation for theirtremendous contributions.

Throughout November, militaryFamilies around the world will be recognized for their service and sacrifice. A variety of observancesand activities are available to militaryFamily members to honor their

commitment and contributionsmade every day. This year's

theme is Army Families—WeHonor Your Faithful Commitment, Strengthand Resilience. During November, Fort CampbellFamily and Morale, Welfare and Recreationwill honor Military Families. Be on the lookout for discounts andevents that include thewhole Family.

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By Tess Peterson


These are just some of thegreat specials:

Military Families are invited to stop byLeisure Travel Services in November to register for a chance to win four tickets tothe Titans vs. Jacksonville Jaguars game December 5, 2010. Drawing will be held onNovember 30.

At the Family and MWR Dog Kennels, military Family members can purchase twonights at the kennels and receive the thirdnight free during November.

Gear to Go is offering 10% off everything for military Families during the month of November (excluding vehicles and package deals).

Air Assault Auto is offering military Familiesa 10% discount on all completed work orders that exceed the total cost of $75.

The Hunting and Fishing Program is offeringall military Families a coupon good for onefree mid-week night cabin rental. Stop byOutdoor Recreation’s main office to pick upyour coupon today!

If golf is your sport, Cole Park Golf Club’s November Family Special is for you. Parents pay full price and children ages 7-17 play for free anytime Monday through Friday and after 12 p.m. on weekends (excluding DONSAs and Holidays).

At Sportsman's Lodge on every Thursday for the month of November, Military Families will receive 10% off theirtotal check (not including alcoholic beverages). No other discounts will apply.

Cole Park Commons Southern Buffet is offering a great Family discount. Every Friday in November, military Families canbuy one adult meal and receive a child’smeal for free. Additional children’s mealsare half price; maximum four children'smeals per adult meal.

Every Sunday in November, all military Families with ID Cards may bowl at HooperBowling Center from 12-9 p.m. for only$1.50 per game, and $1.00 shoe rental. No limit on games unless waiting list exists.A three game limit will be in effect duringwaiting list periods but you may return towaiting list again.

Military Families are invited to Sportsman'sLodge on November 6 from 12 p.m. until 4 p.m. for Month of the Military FamilyGame Day event. This is a free, fun eventfor all ages to enjoy together.

November 15-30, Outdoor Recreation’sPaintball program will waive the field fee forall military Family members.

Estep Wellness Center will have an OpenHouse on November 17 to promote healthy living among Military Family members. Participants will be eligible to win somegreat prizes.

Army Community Service hosts FREE Family Movie Night on November 19 from5p.m. until 9 p.m. at the Family ResourceCenter. Featured movies include “How toTrain Your Dragon” and “Beauty and theBeast”. Fresh popcorn and beverages provided. Showtime starts at 6:30 p.m.Crafts will be available for children starting at 5 p.m. and will continue through-out theevening. This is a Family event and parentsmust remain with their children while theyare at the FRC. No childcare is provided.

Come join Gear to Go for an Open Houseon November 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Adventure Programs is providing MilitaryFamily members free transportation for thefirst six people to sign up for the GreenwayWalk on November 20.

Fort Campbell MWR would like to say thankyou to all of our Families. The support youprovide to Soldiers is astounding. Know that we appreciate all of the commitment,strength and resiliency that Fort CampbellFamilies show. For more information on Military Family Appreciation Month and

any of the events happening on FortCampbell, please visit www.fortcampbellmwr.com , call the Public Relations Office at

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Commemorated as ArmisticeDay, November 11th became a legal federal holiday in the United Statesin 1938. Following WorldWar II and the Korean War,Armistice Day became Veteran’s Day in 1953, a holiday dedicated to American Veteran’s of allwars. The day's observationincluded parades and public gatherings, as well as a brief pause in business activities at 11 a.m.

In the United States, an official wreath-laying ceremony is held each Veteran’s Day at the Tomb of the Unknownsin Arlington National Cemetery, while parades and other celebrations are held instates around the country. Locally there aremany activities to participate in; Clarksville,Hopkinsville, Madisonville and Paris are all hosting parades onSaturday, November 6th.Austin Peay State Universityhas a breakfast in the morning and ceremony during the football gamethat afternoon. On the11th there will be a paradein Nashville, a flag raising ceremony in Clarksville and another luncheon in Centerville.

Having close tiesto the military community,we all understand the importance of this holiday,

but do we always convey our appreciationto the Veteran’s? It is important to us as a community to get this message across. The Department of Veterans’ Affairs provided the following five activities to helpeducate your Family while having fun:• Have children draw a picture of Veteran’sDay, and what this holiday means to them.Military children can draw a picture of a par-ent who is currently deployed, or a relativewho has served.

• Have your kids make a colorful and fun poster with the names and pictures of relatives who are Veteran’s.• Have your kids write short articlesor essays on how Veteran’s are honored around the world. Proposethat your kids interview a few Veterans about what it is like to servein the U.S. military.• Research how American Veterans

were treated after they returned from various military conflicts, ranging from theFrench and Indian War to the Persian GulfWar. Ask your children to compare and contrast their findings. Also investigate howwomen and minorities who served in thoseconflicts were treated.• Teach your children about the history of Veteran’s Day by having them create a time line of events leading to theobservance of the holiday.

Part of educating our children, andeven ourselves, about the significance ofVeteran’s Day, includes understanding whatred poppies symbolize. We see red poppiesworn on clothing and hung in our rearviewmirrors. Disabled Veterans hand them outand accept donations to help raise moneyand support for their organizations. A poemwritten by Lieutenant Colonel John McCraetitled, “In Flanders Fields “, was the inspiration for the poppies. By 1918, thepoem was well known throughout the restof the world. After reading McCrae’s poem,Moina Michael, a teacher working at theOverseas War Secretaries’ HeadquartersYMCA in New York City, was inspired towrite a poem of her own, titled “We ShallKeep the Faith.” Michael pledged to alwayswear a red poppy as a sign of remembranceand began a campaign to get the flowernamed a national symbol of remembrance.During a 1920 visit to the United States, aFrench woman named Madame Guerinfound out about the tradition, and decidedto use handmade poppies to raise funds forchildren in war-torn parts of France. Because Flanders was the site of some ofthe heaviest battles during the war, the landbecame very barren. The vast fields of poppies were one of the few living thingsthat flourished and became symbols of thebloodshed.This year when Veteran’s Day rolls aroundmake sure you wear a poppy and talk toyour Family about the history and how it impacts us today.

D id you know that Veteran’s Day was

originally called ArmisticeDay? In 1918, on the 11th hourof the 11th day of the 11thmonth, an armistice was declaredbetween the Allied nations andGermany during World War I,also known as “The Great War.”

DID YOU KNOW?

On November 11, 1921, anunidentified American Soldier

killed in World War I wasburied at Arlington National

Cemetery in Washington, D.C.On that very same day,

unidentified Soldiers were laidto rest at Westminster Abbey

in London and at the Arc de Triomphe in Paris.

By Tara Goodson

Improvements to housing, health care andFamily programs are just a few of the areascovered by the Army Family Covenant. Inaddition, Family and MWR have put into effect several initiatives that support andmaintain the commitment of the Army Family Covenant.

One program offered by Familyand MWR is theSpouse DiscountCard also known asthe Blue Star Card.This card allowsSpouses of deployed

Soldiers the opportunity to receive discountsat Family and MWR facilities such as HooperBowling Center, Cole Park Golf Club, AirAssault Auto and Guenette Arts and CraftsCenter. Discounts are also offered throughChild, Youth, and School Services (CYSS) toinclude reduced child care fees, free classesat SKIESUnlimited and Youth Sports. Children must be registered with ParentCentral Services in order to receive thesediscounts. Spouses can obtain a discountcard by visiting the Family and MWR PublicRelations Office, located in room 109 of theIn/Out Processing Center. Discounts areavailable 30 days prior to a Soldier’s

deployment and 90 dayafter he or she returns.

Another initiativecovered by the ArmyFamily is Covenant is the commitment to “deliveralternative recreationand leisure programs for Soldiers redeployingfrom combat

operations.” One of these programs is Warrior Adventure Quest (WAQ). WAQ isdesigned to recreate the adrenaline rush ofcombat action in a supervised controlledhigh adventure environment. This programenables Soldiers to reach a “new normal” bydiminishing boredom and high-risk behaviorthrough Outdoor Recreation and a LeaderLed After Action Debriefing. It is a day fullof activities such as rock climbing, paintball,archery, a team building exercise on thenew Challenge Course and much more.

The Army has recognized that thestrength of our Soldiers comes from thestrength of their Families. The Army FamilyCovenant reaffirms the promise that theArmy has made to support all Military Families. For a complete list of our discounts, visit our website at www.fortcampbellmwr.com. For more information on any of the programs listed above call 270-798-7535.

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By Andrea Latimore

I t has been three years since Army Leadership unveiled the Army Family Covenant.

Today, the Army is keeping thepromise to provide Soldiers andtheir Families a “quality of lifecommensurate with their service.”

While little is actually known about theinvention of Texas Hold’em, at least we knowthe birthplace of the game. Texas State Legislature officially recognizes Robstown, Texasas the home of Texas Hold’em, dating the gameback to the early 1900s. After growing in popularity throughout Texas, the game spreadto other states. In 1967, Texas Hold’em was introduced in the city of Las Vegas by a group ofTexan gamblers. For several years, the GoldenNugget Casino was the only casino in Las Vegasto offer the game. Today, the game’s reputation practically precedes itself. Millions ofAmericans have heard of Texas Hold’em—evenif they do not know how to play the game.

Fort Campbell Installation Wide Recreation Event, at the Sportsman’s Lodge,has been offering the Fort Campbell communitythe opportunity to experience Texas Hold’em forover two years. Offering patrons five chances to

play every week, Family and MWR invites everyone to come join the fun even if you arenew to the game. “Once you get the hang of it,the game is relaxing and people love it,” saidDuronda Cannon, Installation Wide RecreationEvents Assistant. Players compete for nightlyprizes as well as points which will qualify them toparticipate in the Main Event held every quarter.No money is permitted in these games!

Texas Hold’em games are held fivetimes a week. Check out the action at

Sportsman’s Lodge every Tuesday and Thursday. The games start at 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. Games are now held at D.W. RecreationCenter on Friday nights at 6:30 p.m. FortCampbell Texas Hold’em rules are simple, thetop 20 players from each nightly game earnpoints. Anyone who earns 200 points or more inone quarter is eligible to play in the Main Event.The next Main Event is scheduled for December 18, 2010. Fantastic cash prizes areawarded to top players at the Main Event.

So what are you waiting for? Whetheryou are a beginner or a seasoned player, get inthe game. Everyone 18 and over is invited toplay and food and beverages are available forpurchase. If you have questions or need additional information on Fort Campbell’s TexasHold’em games, please contact the MWR Public Relations office at (270) 798-7535. Come join the fun!

By Tess Peterson


Most of us start the New Year off with a resolution to lose weight. But do we actually stick to that resolution? Why not take control now, by eating healthy, focusing on portion control, and using the physical fitness facilities on Fort Campbell? The recipes showcased here are full of flavor andhealthy for you. My Family does not even notice when I substitute ingredients with foods that are better for us and reduce fat content as well.

Experiment a little to adjust for taste and texture and soon you will not even miss those extra calories. Small changes in our eating habits todaycan result in large reductions to our waistlines tomorrow!

Poached Pears

4 firm Bartlett or Comice Pears

1 cup pomegranate juice

1/2 cup orange juice

1/2 cup cranberry juice

1 cinnamon stick

1/2 tsp nutmeg

1/4 cup honey

Zest from one orange

Combine all

ingredients

except pears in large

saucepan. (You may use

reduced sugar juices)

Warm the juices on low-medium heat. Peel pears, leaving

the stem intact and remove the core from the bottom of

the pear. Slice a small section of the bottom so the

pear is able to stand upright in the saucepan.

Place pears in warm juice mixture and baste. Simmer pears

for 20-30 minutes, or until tender when pierced. Remove

from mixture and transfer to individual plates. Bring juice

mixture to boil, reducing by half. Remove cinnamon stick.

Spoon syrup over pears and serve warm.

Acorn Squash Rings

2 large acorn squash

1/4 cup maple syrup

1/4 cup orange marmalade

1 tsp ground ginger

Oven set to 400

Wash squash and slice off top

and bottom of each and

discard ends. Slice each

squash into 4 rings totaling

eight. Spray a large cookie

sheet with cooking spray. Place rings on sheet and bake

for 15 minutes. Combine syrup, marmalade and ginger in a

small bowl. (Do not be afraid to use sugar-free syrup

and/or sugar-free marmalade)

Remove squash rings from oven and brush with syrup

mixture. Return to oven and bake another 15 minutes.

Remove from oven and brush with mixture again.

Bake for 10 minutes, or until tender.

White Bean Chili

1 T olive oil

4 skinless, boneless chicken

breast halves - cubed

1 onion, chopped

1 1/4 cup fat free

chicken broth

1 can diced green chiles

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp ground cumin

1/2 tsp dried oregano

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

1 can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

Cook chicken and onion in oil 4 to 5 minutes over medium

high heat. Stir in the chicken broth, green chiles, garlic

powder, cumin, oregano, cilantro, and cayenne pepper. Reduce

heat, and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in the beans, and

simmer for 5 more minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink

and juices run clear. Garnish with green onion, low fat sour

cream, shredded cheese or other garnishes.

Potato Leek Soup

1 bunch leeks

5-6 Yukon Gold potatoes

1 quart vegetable stock

1 can coconut soup - not coconut milk

(found in ethnic food aisle)

3 cloves garlic

1 T sea salt

3 bay leaves

Cut ends off leeks, slice in half and then in thirds.

Discard very dark green ends. Wash all dirt and grit

from between layers. Strain vegetables out of coconut soup,

you will only be using the broth. Place all ingredients in a

large stock pot, add enough water to cover and simmer

until vegetables are tender. Remove bay leaves and blend

until smooth. Garnish with Greek yogurt.

By Tara Goodson

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Many factors such as obligations to attendsocial gatherings, gift giving, party planningand unwelcome visitors can cause stress.Food and beverages are the centerpiece formany holiday functions and most peoplehave plenty of it on hand. Although it is notthe host’s intent to encourage unhealthyhabits, all the delicious food enables manyof us to cope with holiday stress through

consumption. This is the exact behavior one should avoid to maintain a healthyweight over a lifetime. Our thought processlends a large amount of justification to avoid the reality of a pound or two gainedeach holiday season. However, many of usdo not ever lose that extra pound or two,and over our adult lives it can be a main contributor to obesity.

There are many ways to avoid thisexcess weight gain during the holidays andthe most obvious is “portion control.” Wetend to get distracted by conversation orgathering and do not realize how much foodor beverage we are consuming at any givenevent. A perfect example would be an officeparty when everyone is hopping from circleto circle and table to table grabbing horsd’oeuvres here and a drink there. Before weknow it we have consumed over 3000

calories in less thanan hour (as weknow holidayfoods are rich incalories). Afterthat party we usually go homeand sleep and theonly physical activity we mighthave received wasthe three foot walkto the next table.A great way to avoid over eating is to visitthe food table with a small plate, get

moderate portionsand not go back forsecond and third helpings. Focus onthe conversation without the hand tomouth action; this will enable you tohave portion sizesunder some control.

Another suggestion wouldbe to eat a small healthysnack before arriving to anyevent so you are less inclined to overindulge.Also plan and/ or attend parties that include dancing and physical games that requiremovement. This will help to burn some ofthe calories you consumed.

The holiday season is often a timefor Family gatherings. Once again the mainfocus is food, beverages and television. Revamp your party plans to incorporatephysical activity. There are many ways to dothis, have a contest on the Wii, or inspiredancing, and leisurely walks to maintain theFamily bond. Gather everyone for a groupactivity like biking or maybe a game of volleyball, soccer or tennis. Create contests

to see who can dothe most push upsor sit ups or evenwalking lunges.Another contestyou could createis the wall squathold or plankholds, see who isable to hold it thelongest. All theseactivities will burncalories and

increase your fitness level, among otherbenefits for overall health and well-being.Reserve a group session for you and yourFamily at a gym close by or give some personal training sessions as a gift to yourFamily members to inspire fitness all yearlong. You just may save a Family member’slife, including your own!

For military members stationed atFort Campbell, Estep Wellness Center, has a variety of services to enable physical well-being. We have many formats to offer

the aerobic lover and we also offer fitness assessments and personal training as well.Our gym has child care and we have a separate area for cardio machines, weighttraining and abdominal conditioning.

If you want give someone you love the gift ofhealth, encourage them to pursue healthygoals and come by and see us at Estep Wellness Center, located at 2270 KentuckyAvenue or call (270) 798-4023/4664.

By Deanna Lock


WOW…where did the year go?The holiday season is fast approaching and it brings thepromise of fun times and unfortunately, additional stress.


Do I really need a fire extinguisher? What good would itdo? How would I use it? These arecommon reservations about anything weare not familiar or comfortable with. Thisarticle is not a course in the design or chemical make-up of a fire extinguisher but more of a basicoverview and use of one.

Three things are needed forfire to be created and sustain life;fuel, heat, and oxygen. When theseelements are combined, a chemical reaction occurs and you have fire.Fires fall into five different classes.Class A is anything that makes an ash(paper and wood products), Class Bis flammable and combustible liquids(fuel and oils), Class C involves anythingelectrical, Class D deals with combustiblemetals (magnesium and titanium), and Class Kis for commercial kitchens.

There are several different fire extinguishers that can be used (water, carbon

dioxide, powder, and foam). Besure to choose the correct

extinguisher for the type of fire present. We will focus on powder extinguishers that are

commonly called ABC extinguishers. An ABC fire extinguisher is filled with a chemicalcalled monoammonium phosphate,but all you need to know is this typeof extinguisher emits a yellow powder that leaves a sticky residue behind when used. You can use anABC extinguisher on Class A, B, andC type fires. An extinguisher is designed for a quick attack with anaverage usable time of 10 to 15 seconds and the technique used iscalled PASS.

This stands for:• Pull (the pin)• Aim (towards the fire)• Squeeze (the handle)• Sweep (the base of the fire)

Ideally, we want to stand about six to eight feet from the fire and work our waycloser as the fire gets smaller. NEVER standover the top of the fire because it may bepushed back onto you. Call 911 and give details of the emergency.

In closing, a good way to become familiar with your fire extinguisher is to read thelabel and find a course that offers hands ontraining. Contact your local fire department foradditional information.

Often Military Families living on the installation want to help their neighbors andfriends by providing occasional childcare. Doinga good deed now and then for friends in need iswhat builds a sense of community. However,Families living on the installation may not beaware that there is an unauthorized childcare regulation regarding government quarters. Youmay ask, “What is unauthorized childcare?”Army Regulation 608-10 states: Unauthorizedcare is defined as, childcare given to unrelatedchildren in an uncertified home in excess of 10child care hours per week on a regular basis.

This regulation tasks the Child Development Services Family Child Care (FCC)Program with the responsibility of ensuring childcare provided in government quarters issafe, structured, and nurturing. FCC Administration offers training, certification, consultation and support free of cost. FCC Administration is required, by regulation, to investigate all reports of unauthorized childcareat Fort Campbell. It is not and never has beenthe intent of Child Development Services to eliminate “good neighbor” favors.

Neighbors and friends CAN provide care when parents:• go shopping • go to a doctor’s appointment• participate in recreational activities• take weekend trips or brief vacations• attend an occasional class • go on a short field exercise. The regulation does not apply to care given:• by the parent, guardian, or relative; • by individuals providing short-term intermittent care;• by individuals caring for the child in thechild’s own home; • in DOD or public school programs;• in chapel settings limited toshort periods where parentsare in attendance and immediately accessible, or inreligious education programsof limited duration, i.e., vacation bible school.

A good rule of thumb is,if you provide childcare to non-related

children in your home for 3 out of 4 weeks permonth and more than 10 hours per week, youare providing unauthorized child care.

Are you interested in earning income providing developmental childcare in your quarters? Why not look into becoming an FCCprovider? FCC Administration hosts a monthlyinformation briefing at 5668 Wickham Ave. Nextbriefings are scheduled for November 3 and December 16 from 9 a.m.-11 a.m. If you knowchildren who need care within a certified home,they can get registered and receive referrals from

Parent Central Services, (270) 798-0674 or (270) 412-0173.

November is “amnesty month.” If you begin the certificationprocess during the month ofNovember we will help you getcertified and not identify a caseof unauthorized care! For more information please

contact Tammy Lewis at (270) 798-4959.

By Glenn Pepper

Fire Department Non-EmergencyNumbers:

Fort Campbell: (270) 798-7171/7172 or 6191

Clarksville: (931) 645-7454

Oak Grove: (270) 890-1300Hopkinsville:

(270) 890-1400

By Tammy Lewis


The magic of the holiday season bringsenchantment to a place that was faced withmuch devastation just months ago. Our community was struck by historical flooding inMay 2010 and it forced the closure of many businesses, to include Gaylord Opryland Resortlocated in Nashville, Tennessee. The resortfound itself overtaken by more than 10 feet ofwater that caused over $210 million in damage.However, crews have been hard at work rebuilding the property; it is going to take morethan a little rain to wash away the unwaveringspirit of Nashville and the surrounding communities. The talented team of workers hasnot only reconstructed the resort but has takenon the task of hanging 2 million Christmas lights,and 15 miles of garland, to turn thisonce dampened down home attractioninto “A Country Christmas” like no other.

On November 15, 2010, theGaylord Opryland Resort will open itsdoors to invite patrons to experience “A Country Christmas” ; a world-famousNashville celebration that welcomesChristmas with southern hospitality.

Here, you can step into another worldfilled with amazement and curiosity. Enter alandscape made of “ICE! FeaturingSanta Claus is Comin’ to Town ™”.Enjoy “The Gift” with Louise Mandrell at a Christmas Dinner Show, featuring ChristySutherland. An exciting new eventthis year is the opportunity to join ayoung Kris Kringle for a deliciousbreakfast. If that is not your cup of tea, considerhanging out at the resort for a “Rockabilly Christmas” where you can enjoy classic rockin’Christmas tunes of the 1950’s or kick up yourheels with the “Radio City Christmas Spectacular,starring the Rockettes”. Slide into a frozen

festival of glistening Christmas trees, gingerbread houses and Santa while

shopping at the “Treasuresfor the Holidays Arts andCrafts Show”.

Also new this year isSNOW! All kindred spiritsare invited to join in the blizzard of activities fromigloo building to snowball

throwing, it is truly a winter wonderland made ofreal snow! Other activities include trains, carriages, showboats and so much more. A detailed description of all there is to offer can befound in our Leisure Travel Services’ HolidayNewsletter available on our website

www.fortcampbellmwr.com/trades-services/ITR. You can also stop by the MWR Leisure TravelServices Office located inside the PX Mall. Contact us via email at [email protected] or call us directly at (270) 798-0509/7436. Be sure to check out next month’s MWR LifeMagazine for more information on other local holiday attractions.

Are you tired of hearing your child saythey are bored and have nothing to do? Did youknow that Fort Campbell offers an awesome program for pre-teens and teens? This programis called EDGE and it is geared towards children11-18 years of age. Every month there is alwaysa variety of different activities available for yourchild. This is a great program for children because it helps them develop and grow whileproviding the opportunity to participatein an activity that the child may havenever tried before. Additionally, theEDGE program keeps children busyafter school, out of trouble and awayfrom playing video games for hours.Children are our future and as parentsshould encourage them to explore different opportunities and experiences.You never know, someday your childmight be the next great teacher, musician, or Olympic athlete bringinghome the gold!

Following is a list of some of the activities offered through EDGE!

Challenge Course- covers the basics of using theLow Ropes Course to prepare for the HighRopes Course which includes the Alpine Tower,Odyssey, and Carolina T- Wall.Zumba- latest fitness craze offering easy aerobicmoves to Latin rhythms.

Hot Shots -(trap shooting) teaches proper operation and procedures used at the Skeet andTrap facility. All required equipment is providedby EDGE! Jamtastic- participants will be introduced to bassguitar, electric guitar and drums while learning topair notes and beats. Paintball- participants will be grouped intoteams and compete against each other to become the champions of the paintball field.

All the classes have limited slots available, somake sure you sign your children up early.Times, days and locations vary. Children mustbe registered with the Child Youth and School Services (CYSS) to participate in the variousEDGE programs. You may sign them up at building 3301 or Taylor Youth Center. For more information please call or emailMichael Sampson at (270) 798-8002 [email protected].

By Charlene Mazur

By Tina Beach


The holiday season is fast approaching.Fort Campbell is alreadypreparing for the seasonby assisting those in need.

The HolidayHouse is a new program,formerly known as the Little Soldier Tree. HolidayHouse utilizes donateditems to assist Soldiers,

who are experiencing financial hardship, in obtaining gifts for their children for Christmas.

Over the past two years, the LittleSoldier Tree program has provided a minimumof three gifts each to over 5,100 children, assisting over 2,300 Families. While the number of those in need has grown, the number of donations has diminished. For thisreason the Little Soldier Tree program is changing to the Holiday House Program. The goal of Holiday House is to provide a toyand a book to children and a board game to

each Family who qualifies for this program.To ensure careful screening of applicantshas been conducted, the Unit Chain ofCommand, Chaplain, or Army CommunityService-Army Emergency Relief are responsible for determining if a Soldier’sFamily is in financial hardship and needsHoliday House program assistance. Onlythe Soldier (or the Spouse of a deployedSoldier) may fill out, sign the application,and then return the nomination form toUnit Command for processing.

The Holiday House staff willprocess the paperwork and create a Holiday House Shopping Pass with the designated date and time for each Soldier during the first two weeks of December. The Soldier (or the Spouse of a deployed Soldier) will arrive with Military ID card on designated date at designated time and shopfor his/her children. Children are not to attendor remain unattended in the vehicle.

If you feel you qualify for the

program, please contact your Unit Command.If you would like to donate, please drop offitems to the Family Resource Center (FRC)front desk by December 1, 2010 or at AAFES PX from November 26 - December 5. If you would like to volunteer to assist with theprogram, please contact Becki Mastrian, theHoliday House Coordinator at (270) 956-2934or [email protected] .

Get a jump start on the New Year’sresolution of getting in shape and becominghealthy by implementing a fitness routine before the holiday rush. There are a total of sixPhysical Fitness Facilities (PFF) located on FortCampbell. During this deployment cycle andwith the recent budget constraints some of Fort Campbell’s PFFs are undergoing changes.Even though we have suspended the use oftwo out of six fitness facilities, there are stillplenty of ways to utilize those gyms to achieveor maintain your health goals.

Out of the four open fitness facilities,three are free to use for military ID card holders,including Soldiers, Family Members, Retirees,and DoD Civilians. The freefacilities are Gerstch, Olive,and FreedomFighter PhysicalFitness Facilities.Depending on the facility, eachoffers a widerange of aerobic,weight lifting,and cardio

options along with basketball and racquetballcourts, saunas, punchingbags, and an indoor rockwall. Estep Wellness Center rounds out thequartet and is the only facility that charges amonthly membership feeand offers exercise andaerobics classes. LozadaPFF is currently closed forrenovations, which includes male and femalelocker and restroom

areas, and replacementof ceiling tilesthroughoutthe entire facility. Fratellencio iscurrently closed as well due to thedecline in population that comeswith each deployment cycle.

The Estep Wellness Centerhas also undergone some recentchanges in both facility renovationas well as pricing structure. In thefirst time in over 10 years, Estep

has changed their fee structure to meet the requirements of the FiscalYear 2011 Budget. New feesbecame effective October 1,2010. Nonetheless, a membership to Estep is stillless expensive than that oflocal gyms in the area. Estepalso offers fitness classes suchas Zumba, Yoga, Pilates,Spin, and many more.

Whether you are new toFort Campbell and just starting to use the fitness facilities, or it has just been awhile since you have visited,be sure to ask the staff at anyof our PFFs that you are using

for an orientation. This will help you become familiar with the equipment and help in preventing unnecessary injury. For more information on all the ways Family and MWRcan keep you and your Family healthy, watchMWR Life on Air, sign up for our MWR Enewson our website, become a fan and follow us onFacebook, or visit www.fortcampbellmwr.com.

By Becki Mastrian

By Keri McPeak

Bruxism“Clinching and Grinding of Teeth”

Do you wake up with headaches, pain or stiff jaw muscles? If so, you may have a condition called bruxism, the habit ofclenching and grinding of the teeth. Most people are unaware that they have this problem because it often occurs whilethey are sleeping. However, I can detect the telltale signs of wear from this habit.

Stress, sleep disorders, abnormal bites, crooked, or missing teeth can help contribute to this disorder. Teeth grinding can cause the teeth to hurt and even become loose. Patients can literally grind away parts of the teeth, leaving themchipped, broken or with worn surfaces. Teeth grinding can also cause teeth to be very sensitive. Teeth grinding andclenching can not only cause headaches and aching muscles in the face and neck, but damage the dental work that hasbeen done. It is estimated that 95% of people experience bruxism at some point in their lives.

Luckily, there is treatment available for this habit. I have chosen to further my education in this field to help preventheadaches and pain associated with clenching and grinding.

Call us and schedule an appointment to talk to us about your symptoms and let us find a remedy to help aid you with this habit. Our office number is 931-551-3351. As always your oral healthcare is our top priority.

Dr. Christine R. Wenrickdrwenrick.comemail:[email protected]

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