This has felt like the longest winter in history to me! Even though spring doesn’t officially start untilMarch 20th, I can feel it coming and I’m looking forward to warmer weather, budding trees and bloomingdaffodils. As I watch the world come alive again, I’m reminded that we should live each day to the fullest.I plan on going on a Safari with my Family (see our Families in Motion article) and with longer days justaround the corner, we’ll be taking Char’s advice and soaking in some glorious sunshine. Gather your Family close and march into spring together!

“Behold, my friends, the spring is come; the earth has gladly received the

embraces of the sun, and we shall soon see the results of their love!”

Sitting BullEditorCynDe Clack

ContributorsEden BarnettTina DavisDani FobarTara GoodsonCharlene MazurKensley McLellanSilke MurrayLisa TaylorWillis B. Taylor, RN, BSN

PublisherCreative ink

Creative DirectorSears Hallett

AdvertisingJenny Roecker931-627-4969 mwrmag@gmail.com

PhotographyPaula HallettLisa Taylor Deborah Young

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Disclaimers:Fort Campbell’s MWR Life Magazine is amonthly magazine produced by the FortCampbell MWR Marketing Departmentunder the authority of AR 215-1. Facilities andactivities publicized are open to authorizedpatrons.The mention or appearance of commercial advertisers, commercial sponsorsand/or their logos does not constitute endorsement by the Federal Government. The information in this issue is current at thetime of publication; activities and events aresubject to change.

MWR Marketing is located at 5663 ScreamingEagle Blvd, Fort Campbell, Kentucky. Formore information, call 270-798-7535 or log onto www.fortcampbellmwr.com.24 hr. event line - 270-798-3172 www.facebook.com/fortcampbellmwr

Inside this issue3 Welcome to the Fun Side

Everything from mountain biking to rock climbing and horseback ridingto skeet shooting, Outdoor Rec. has it all.

6 Learning from PearlFrom apples to tack, caring for a horse helps a Family grow..

7 Go on a Safari in MarchOh my! It’s kangaroos, deer and penguins all in your living room.

10 Tech WorldStep up and pay the “right” price: Kindle Fire vs iPad2.

12 Mind, Body and SpiritEating right for a lifetime of health.

14 Get in the GameSpring into sports.

18 Spring into a Sunny DispositionRead how sunlight can be an instant mood changer.

18 Daily Dose of Vitamin DThe health benefilts of Vitamin D rich sunshine.

20 Kick Your Heels up at V.I.C.E. Night“Western Saloon” is the theme for the 2012 Very Important Charitable Event (V.I.C.E.) Night.

21 National Consumer Protection Week 2012Become an informed consumer, March 4 through 10.

22 March is Peanut MonthNutritious peanut recipes in honor of “Peanut Month”.

24 Hometown HeroRakkasan’s Stateside Hero.

26 Train Your BrainACAP: Equipping you for the future.

28 All Revved UpDeal or no deal?

29 In the KnowMarch BOSS events.

CynDe Clack, Editormwrlifeeditor@fortcampbellmwr.com

March into Spring!

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MWR Outdoor Recreation (ODR) is a greatasset to the Fort Campbell community! Everything from mountain biking and rockclimbing to horseback riding and skeet shooting, Outdoor Rec. has it all! According toMWR Management Trainee Brent Bookman,“MWR patrons will love Outdoor Recreation because we are the fun side of the Army.” Healso stated that the staff can provide opportunities for a great escape and a place totake both a physical and mental break. “Weoffer everything from a nice picnic lunch spot togood hunting and whitewater rafting. This is thebeauty of Outdoor Rec. Whether you seek a relaxation opportunity or something that will really get your adrenaline pumping, we havegreat opportunities to get away, meet people,try something new or rekindle a favorite past-time. The best part is that zero experience is required to participate and enjoyour programs.”

Interested in paintball? Good! Fort Campbell has two different paintball courses, asmall woods course and a large woods course.Whether you are an avid participant or a newbie, all levels of experience are encouragedto participate. The fields can accommodate newpaintballers who are playing for the first time oras an exercise for Soldiers to get additionaltraining with their units. Paintball patrons canparticipate in several tournaments throughoutthe year. Gather some friends and give paintball a “shot”!

If you want to learn to shoot a bow andarrow or if you just need a refresher, MWR Outdoor Recreation has an award winningarcher on staff willing to give free one-on-one lessons during regular business hours.Patrons can also practice on the range toget ready for hunting season or improvetheir aim. Equipment can be borrowedduring regular business hours. Just makesure you check in with the ODR office, justoutside of gate 10, to get range assignments and availability.

Skeet Shooting is available on three different ranges at Outdoor Recreation.Shotguns can be rented for a small fee andammunition is available for sale. If you havea personally owned firearm (POF), youneed to register it with Fort Campbell before using it on post. Call ODR beforescheduling to get the regulation require-ments. They are willing and able to answer

any questions you have. Getsome practice and then enter in the upcoming National Skeet Shooting competition.

Speaking of personallyowned firearms, have youchecked out the POF range yet?Range 16 is used for sighting inPOFs and to learn to shoot. Riflescan be rented, ammunition canbe purchased and targets can be shot.POFs must be registered before bringing them onto the range, soplease register them at Gate 4 with theProvost Marshall's Office Law Enforce-ment Command (PMOLEC). Civiliansmust have an active duty sponsor in order to shoot at thePOF range.Horses can be seen in the

pastures just outside gate 10. If you haveever wanted to ride a horse or you wantyour children to experience horsebackriding, Fort Campbell Riding Stables isready, willing, and able to provide youwith the best experience. Equipped withan indoor and an outdoor arena, horsesand riders can remain comfortable whilelearning to ride. Trail rides are taken inhour-long intervals, weather permitting,for your safety. Clinics are also availablefor those wanting to learn to ride a

horse. Need a place to host your child’s nextbirthday party? Look no further than Fort Campbell Riding Stables where they offer ponyrides and hayrides for a memorable birthdayparty. Please call to schedule those events to ensure staff and equipment are available.

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Welcome to the Fun SideSpotlight on MWR

by Dani Fobar

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Mountain bike trails are all over Tennesseeand Kentucky. Fort Campbell’s riding trails canbe used when they are not being used forhorse-trail rides. Contact Outdoor Rec. prior tousing the trails, especially during the spring andfall to make sure those areas are not in a hunting zone. Safety first! Outdoor Rec. also hasa group ride at least once a month. The sched-ule can be found at www.fortcampbellmwr.com.

Spring is in the air and camping season is right around the corner. The camp-grounds at Fort Campbell offer numerous camping options. For thosethat prefer a cabin in the woods, thereare many from which to choose. Cabins,cottages and deluxe cabins are also available for overnight accommodations.

All are furnished with the basics to include beds, dining table and chairs, airconditioning and heat, refrigerator, microwave and as a bonus, the cabinsalso have a romantic porch swing. If yourtaste is a little more rustic, such as putting up your own tent, starting yourown fire, and getting in touch with nature - there are plenty of campingspots available. Eagles’ Rest RV Park and Fletcher's Fork RV Park offer spaces for RVs and come equipped withpicnic tables and water facilities to makeyour stay more comfortable.

Planning a unit event, or have Family coming to town and your placeisn't ready for a barbeque? Pavilions area great alternative to host barbeques,wedding receptions and Hail &Farewells. Eagles’ Rest, Creekside,Wohali, and Fletcher's Fork pavilions areavailable for use. Wohali Pavilion is enclosed and can also be used year-round as it is equipped with heatand air.

If your children are getting restless and need to get outside, letthem run off some energy at one of the

numerous playgrounds around post. There aremany playgrounds available to include:Clarksville Base, Joe Swing, Riverside, WilkesPark, Eagle Park, Eagles’ Rest, Creekside Pavilion, and Fletcher's Fork Pavilion. The majority of the playgrounds have been updatedwith brand new ADA playground equipmentand most can be used for free.

Lake Taal and Lake Kyle both have fishing,canoeing/kayaking,and picnic spots.These are two greatareas (closer thanLand Between theLakes) that offer lakesand streams stockedwith fish and numer-ous beaver ponds.Area assignments canbe obtained from theOutdoor Recreationoffice prior to fishing.Lake Kyle also offerscamping. Fishing li-censes are requiredand can be obtainedfrom the ODR office.

The Adventure Program offers clinics to helpthose who are curious about fly fishing, whereyou learn the rhythm of casting onto the openstreams. Children also have their own fishingpond for ages 12 and under. Fishing licenses arenot needed and parents are encouraged to assist their child in learning to fish, but are not allowed to do their own fishing in this location.

What a great way to bond as a Family while get-ting outdoors and enjoying the fresh air!

“Outdoor Recreation is like this hidden fabuloussecret! We offer more than hunting and fishing.We include all the populations, Family focusedtrips, single Soldiers, women-only outdoor excursions, and most importantly, the trips andactivities are affordable! Soldiers and Familiessacrifice so much and we want them to be ableto come out and relax, have fun, reconnect witheach other and meet new people and we donot want cost to be a deterrent. We have anawesome group of passionate, qualified staffthat want to share their knowledge and love forrecreation in the outdoors,” said MWR OutdoorRecreation Program Manager, Jennifer Fischer..

Outdoor Rec. offers many adventures suchas kayaking, spelunking, hiking, horseback riding, skeet range, paintball and more. Be sureto check out activities on Facebook under FortCampbell MWR for the latest on upcomingevents and attractions. For additional informa-tion, please call (270) 798-2175.

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Keeping it Together

Moving to a new duty station is never aneasy task. When the Lawrence Family PCS’d to FortCampbell in September of 2010, they had to buildtheir military Family from scratch. This is their firstduty station and Cody and Megan had to learn theimportance of putting down roots in a new com-munity. Cody is currently deployed but that hasn’tstopped Megan from learning new things, andsharing that knowledge with their children.

Last fall, Megan and Cody were discussing activities to keep the Family active during the deployment and the subject of owninga horse was brought up. Megan learned to ridewhen she was a kid and enjoyed it but had neverowned a horse. Cody’s Family owned horses whenhe was young, but it had been a few years sincethen. The subject of finances, location, care andwhere to purchase from were thoroughly discussedbefore they made a commitment. The hunt for theperfect horse began! Megan and Cody looked formonths before they were told about Pearl. Pearl isa rescue horse that had been passed off to severaldifferent homes before finding her way into theLawrence’s lives. Mackenzie, their two year olddaughter, had the last say in the decision.

Owning and caring for a horse is a bigcommitment, one that Megan is certain she wantsher children to understand. Introducing the childrento Pearl was a slow process. She was slightly skittish from bouncing home to home and Megandidn’t want her young children to increase thehorse’s anxiety. She started by having the kids feedPearl through the fence. Treats and slow softtouches brought the horse to the children andMegan is always urging Caden, her four year oldson, to speak quietly and calmly when talking toPearl. Megan told me that, “getting to know ahorse is similar to getting to know a person. Youhave to figure out what the likes and dislikes are,

what motivates them and their personality. Onceyou figure that out, the ability to communicate becomes easier.” The way she communicates withPearl wasn’t a hard process to learn for Megan. Sheopened the gates by teaching her Family thatgrooming, feeding, watering and cleaning up afterthe horse is just as important as feeding her snacksthrough the fence. By doing this she hopes to instillrespect, hard work and loyalty. Both children havebeen present and helpful when they visit and carefor Pearl at the Fort Campbell Riding Stables.

All these are things children need to learnto be successful in life according to Mrs. Lawrence.Even though her Family is young, she feels it is nottoo early to begin teaching. Both children help athome by caring for the dog and cleaning up afterthemselves. By doing small chores early, she hopesit will help both Cadenand Mackenzie have thedrive and passion tosucceed at whateverthey choose to do in life.

The LawrenceFamily does more thanjust care for their horse.Cody was home for R and R at the end ofJanuary and the Familyreconnected by bowlingat Hooper Bowling Center. Dollar Bowlingis easy on the wallet according to Cody andthe perfect activity tofinish out Sunday. Whenthe weather is nice theyenjoy camping and fishing at Lake Kyle.Megan stressed that

outdoor activities are important to her because ithelps channel her children’s energy and while theyhave video games, she doesn’t want that to be thesole focus. They also attend service at Soldier’sChapel and have found it easy to speak with theirChaplain about challenges they have had. When I asked Megan what challenges their Family hasfaced as a relatively new military Family, she chuckled and asked, “Besides deployment?” andthen seriously answered the question by speakingabout how difficult it was being away from theirblood relatives. Before Army life, if Cody andMegan wanted to go on a date night, all they hadto do was ask grandma and grandpa to babysit.Now it’s actually finding a sitter, making sure thatperson is responsible and maintaining contact withthem. It’s making it through the lonely and frustrating days as a temporary single parent andrealizing that being a grown–up is not as easy as shethought it was. Megan feels she was fortunate byestablishing friendships early and working at main-taining those relationships. “Caring for a friendwhen they are sick, offering a listening ear whenthey are at the end of their rope or even somethingas easy as dropping off a form needed for the FRGwill help create a bond that civilian counterpartsoften miss out on. Simply being a military Spousemeans I have something in common with everyother Spouse here.” Establishing your military Family by connecting with people in your Soldier’sunit and finding similar interests will help smooththe transition no matter where you live. “We werefortunate that Outdoor Rec. and Fort Campbell Riding Stables have enabled us to continue to be successful.”

LEARNINGFROMPEARL

by Tara Goodson

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How did you do with February’s FamilyBoot Camp? Now that you have a month of Family fitness under your belt, hopefully at least eight workout sessions, it’s a great feeling, isn’t it?Month Two has a few fun activities to get yourblood pumping! It can still be a little cool outside,so these are primarily indoor activities. However, if the weather turns nice, you can take them outdoors.

Turn your living room into a Safari. Haveeach child think of their favorite animal. Next, lineeveryone up on one side of the room and have thefirst person shout out their animal. Everyone thenmimics that animal’s movement to the other side ofthe room and back. Before you’re done, you mighthave hopped like kangaroos, ran like deer, crawledlike crabs, and waddled like penguins. See howmany you can come up with and let the fun begin!

For a change of pace, hold a circus inyour house. Each person gets a turn as they

jump around and per-form “circustricks” with aball, hula hoopor other props.Your only limit isyour imagination.This activity isbound to get a little wild so ensureyou have enoughspace and removeany breakable items.

If you’re starting to suffer from cabinfever, choose a day that’s sunny, bundle up and takea walk. Don’t worry about distance or speed. Justgo out and take a leisurely walk around your neighborhood. Push a stroller, walk the dog, stopand talk to the neighbors – just relax and enjoy the sunshine.

Incorporate the activities from February’sFamily Boot Camp to add a little more variety toyour routine! This series is intended to bring the funback into your exercise routine. Watch for our Aprilinstallment of Families in Motion, where we will feature independent exercise habits, scavengerhunts and getting ready for yard sale season.

Families in Motion

GO ON A SAFARI IN MARCH!by CynDe Clack

Even when we know how important exercise is, it’s easy to let things like

laundry, errands, homework and dishes get in the way. Remember, exercise gains are comprehensive, generating both physical and mental benefits!

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If you are in the market for a tablet, itis likely you will come across the Apple iPad 2 orthe Amazon Kindle Fire. Being obvious popularchoices for the tablet shoppers out there, theappearances of both onto the tablet scene hasbeen the latest buzz. In the end it always comesdown to the question; which is the best?

HardwareRolling in at $198 (at the Exchange),

the Kindle Fire had to have made somecut backs to be able to offer such a lowprice, and the hardware is where this wasdone. The Kindle Fire does not comeequipped with a camera, volume controls,and only has 8GB of storage, of which only6.5GB is available to the user. However, itdoes have Amazon Cloud storage capability to help offset this drawback.Amazon Cloud allows you to store files on Amazons servers. It is then possible to access files wherever you go on any computer or tablet. The Kindle Firealso has a pleasing appearance, and is lightweight and thin.

The price for an iPad 2 is goingto be a bit steeper with a range of $499 to$829 and the hardware is not somethingApple overlooked. The iPad 2 comes withboth front and rear camera capability. Thefront camera can be used for FaceTime tochat live with others; however, the rearcamera is not as good as the one on theiPhone. The iPad 2 comes with lots of storage options ranging from 16GB to

64GB. The iPad 2 also offers a pleasing appearance, being thinner than its predecessorand the iPhone 4.

SoftwareThe Kindle Fire comes equipped with

a custom Android operating system. This offerssome cool features like shelves where you cancustomize your favorites. And Amazon Silk, theweb browser for the Kindle Fire, also making

web browsing fast and easy.The iOS 5 is the new operating

system available on the iPad 2. The web browsing and content loading happens seam-lessly on the iPad 2. Along with iOS 5, Apple hasalso added iCloud, which stores and allows youto download things like apps, videos, and musicto all of your iOS powered devices.

EntertainmentThe Amazon App store doesn’t have

as many apps as Apple, but it still provides consumers plenty of apps. The Kindle Fire hasall sorts of entertainment options from downloading apps to reading books, magazines, and newspapers. There is no built-in support for social networking but youcan download apps for Facebook for free. Musicis also available to download through Amazon’s music store, and is often cheaper thanthat of iTunes for the iPad 2. While it does nothave as big a screen as the iPad 2, it still offers a perfectly adequate experience for all ofits entertainment options and has a higher resolution compared to the iPad 2. The KindleFire also has video watching capabilities and offers apps for Netflix. It does not, however,have the option to record its own videos.

The iPad 2 offers much the same entertainment possibilities as the KindleFire, but provides more options. It has builtin apps for YouTube, FaceTime, iBooks,iTunes, and maps. The newest addition ofupgrades comes in the form of Airplay,which allows you to stream things to yourTV using Apple TV.

So, which is better? I think it dependson what you are looking for and how muchyou can afford. Amazon has clearly comeout with a great addition to the tabletworld in the form of a more affordable anduseful device. The iPad 2 comes with all ofthe bells and whistles, but it comes downto whether you believe all of the extra stuffis worth the price hike. In the end, maybethe question you should be asking is: whichis the best for me?

If you have made your choice and areready to buy, the Kindle Fire can be purchased at the Exchange for $198 tax-free. The iPad 2 is also available at theExchange ranging from $489 to $819.

Tech WorldStep Up and Pay the “Right” PriceKindle Fire vs. iPad 2

by Eden Barnett

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In the busy life of a Soldier, oftenwe rush into the chow hall and fill our traysup, eat and run out to get back to the business of the day. It is easy not to dwelltoo much on what we choose to put intoour bodies. However, what we put into ourmouths today can have greater implicationson our health tomorrow. Currently, there isso much information available that it can bedifficult to sort through it all and learn whatwe need to eat to build and maintain ahealthy body.

Let’s start with a good foundationof nutrition knowledge. The amount of calories you need to take in depends onyour body weight as well as your fitnessgoals. Basically, you need to balance theamount of calories you take in with theamount of energy you expend during theday. Take in more than you use and you willgain weight, use more than you take in andyou will lose weight. It’s as simple as that!

The foods we eat are composed offats, carbohydrates, and proteins. Onegram of fat contains 9 calories, one gram of carbs or protein each contain 4 calories.The carbs and protein are pretty straight-forward, but let’s look at fats a little more.Fats are divided into three categories: saturated, unsaturated, and trans-fats. Saturated fats are mostly from animal protein and carry a higher risk for cardiovascular disease and some cancers.Unsaturated fats come from animal andplant sources and are less densely packedthan saturated fats, which mean that thesecan help keep cholesterol levels in checkand are heart protective. Trans-fats rarelyoccur in nature but rather are produced

during the food production process andcan increase risk of coronary artery diseaseby increasing the bad cholesterol and lowering heart healthy cholesterol.

One catchphrase that has beenthrown around is “super-foods”. These aresome foods that should be included in yourdaily intake to have a well balanced, nutritious diet. They include fish high inomega 3 fatty acids, eggs, beans, nuts, lowfat or fat free yogurt, and a variety of fruitsand vegetables. Foods high in antioxidantssuch as berries (especially blueberries andcranberries), green tea, dark chocolate, andnuts can help prevent the development ofmany types of cancer.

In addition to nutritionally densefoods, we need to ingest vitamins and

minerals daily to allow our bodies to function well. Everyone should take a multivitamin daily but you also need to getsome vitamins and minerals from the foodsyou eat, including: vitamins A, C, and E as

well as calcium, magnesium and potassium. Eggs are high in qualityprotein and contain 12 vitamins andminerals. Kiwis contain a day’s worth ofvitamin C as well as being a goodsource of vitamins A and E. Broccolicontains vitamins A and C and potassium. Sweet potatoes are notonly high in fiber; they also contain vitamins A and C as well as potassiumand calcium. Try to increase these inyour daily diet.

Everyone's diet needs to containan adequate amount of fiber. Foods

rich in fiber include whole grains, beans,fruits and vegetables. Fiber can help control cholesterol and blood sugar levels and assist with weight loss by helping you feelfull longer.

The main idea is to eat a diet thatincludes a wide variety of foods from all thefood groups. One third of your diet shouldbe vegetables; one third fruits; one sixthlean meats such as fish, shellfish, and beans;one fifth low fat or fat free dairy; and a smallamount of processed sugars, fats, and alcohol. A good website to reference isMyPyramid.gov for more guidance on foodgroups. Additionally, there is an excellentcalculator at freedieting.com that can giveyou a recommendation on the amount ofcalories you need to take in to lose or maintain your weight or to add muscle toyour frame.

Instituting a balanced diet now canset you up for a lifetime of health over theyears to come. Try to incorporate some ofthese guidelines in your daily eating habits.Over time you will not only feel better, you can look better as well. Happy eating everyone!

by Willis B. Taylor, RN, BSN

Eating Right for a Lifetime of HealthMind, Body & Spirit

Forget your lunch or in a rush?No worries! MWR dining

facilities offer a wide variety of healthy options. Stop by

Hooper Snack Bar, SouthernBuffet, Sportsman’s Lodge orthe Dawg Haus and try one oftheir delicious salads or other

healthy selections today!

Game Time

Warmer weather is on its way and FortCampbell’s Sports Office is proactively preparingprograms to help you stay active while having fun.It’s not too late to sign up for the spring soccer season. Registration deadline is March 23 andgames will begin on March 28. The season will be a single elimination tournament, offering company level andwomen’s league teams with opponentsdetermined by a draw. There will be sixgames before the tournament with approximately two to three gamesplayed each week. Register at theSports Office by March 23. All pre-tour-nament games will be played at PerezField and all tournament games will beplayed at Fryar Field.

Score a grand slam by regis-tering your company for the spring softball season at Fort Campbell’sSports Office. Company level andwomen’s leagues are available andgames begin on April 29. Register your

team by April 20, at the Sports Office, located inside Fryar Stadium. All games will be played atthe North Softball Complex located at the cornerof Kentucky and 49th Street.

Kick, dodge and run - it’s kickball season

again! Company level and women’s league sign-upsare available at the Sports Office. Registrationdeadline is April 30 and games will begin May 7.All games will be played at Perez Field, located offof Wickham in front of Fryar Stadium.

Company level must be activemilitary and women’s league participants must be 18 or olderand have a valid ID card. All activities are scheduled after dutyhours Monday through Thursday.Dates for all sport events are subject to change, so be sure tocontact the Sports Office for current dates and information. For additional information call(270) 956-1006 or stop by theSports Office, inside Fryar Stadium,located at 5666 Wickham Avenueor visit their website at www.fortcampbellmwr.com/Recre-ation/sports.

Get in the Gamewith MWR Sports & Fitness

by Lisa Taylor

Child, Youth & School Services1. **24 Hour Care (opening FY-12)2. Bastogne (CDC) (270) 412-44853. Eagle (CDC) (270) 412-3303/33044. Gardner Hills (CDC)5. Part Day Preschool (CDC) (270) 412-67676. Polk (CDC) (270) 412-44717. Tennessee (CDC) (270) 412-44778. Waters #1 (CDC) (270) 439-79939. Waters #2 (CDC) (270) 439-799610. *CYSS Directorate (270) 798-653911. Family Child Care (FCC) (270) 798-495912. *Kids on Site (Estep)11. Parent Central Services (CYSS Central Registration) (270) 798-067414. Billy C. Colwell Center (270) 412-231515. *Gardner Hills (SAS)16. *Airborne (SAS) (270) 461-104717. *Bastogne (SAS) (270) 461-099311. School Liaison (270) 798-987418. SKIESUnlimited Center (270) 412-545519. Teen Club 24/7 (270) 956-103319. Youth Center (Taylor) (270) 798-364319. Youth Sports (270) 798-6355

Community Services20. Army Community Service (ACS) & ACS Director (270) 798-932221. Family Resource Center (FRC) (270) 956-293522. Financial Readiness (270) 798-551820. Lending Closet (270) 798-631323. Soldier & Family Assistance Center (SFAC) (270) 412-600024. Survivor Outreach Services (SOS) (270) 798-027725. Backdoor Boutique (270) 956-156626. Family Center & Co-op Daycare (270) 798-7422

Dining & Entertainment27. 19th Hole (Cole Park) (270) 798-182228. Conference & Catering Center (Joe Swing) (270) 798-217527. Community Activities Center (Cole Park) (270) 798-461029. Dawg Haus (270) 798-076627. Southern Buffet (Cole Park) (270) 798-4610

30. Sportsman’s Lodge (931) 431-4140Recreation & Leisure

32. Baldanado Pool (270) 798-520733. Dolan Pool (270) 798-535031. Gardner Indoor Pool (270) 798-631034. Singles Pool (270) 798-424735. The Zone (270) 461-0603 36. BOSS Program (270) 798-785837. Bowling Center (Hooper) (270) 798-588727. Golf Club (Cole Park) (270) 798-490682. Challenge Course (270) 412-785539. Adventure Program (270) 412-785440. Archery Range (270) 798-217541. Dog Park, North (270) 798-217542. Dog Park, South (270) 798-217543. Hunting & Fishing (270) 798-217583. Paintball (270) 956-311838. Parks & Pavilions (270) 798-217545. Riding Stables (270) 798-262946. RV Park (Eagles Rest) (270) 798-217547. RV Park (Flechers Fork) (270) 798-217548. Skeet Range (270) 412-401549. Small Arms Recreational Range (270) 798-300136. Recreation Center (Dale Wayrynen) (270) 798-7391

Sports & Fitness50. Estep Wellness Center (270) 798-4664/4023 51. Fryar Stadium, Sports Admin Office (270) 798-309452. Fratellenico PFF (270) 798-941853. Freedom Fighter PFF (270) 798-735554. Gertsch PFF (270) 798-275355. Lozada PFF (270) 798-430656. Olive PFF (270) 798-410157. Softball Complex, North (270) 798-332058. Softball Complex, South (270) 798-3320

Trades & Services59. Army Education (270) 798-588660. Arts & Crafts Center (Guenette) (270) 798-669361. Auto Service Center (Air Assault Auto) (270) 956-1101/1100

62. Auto Skills (North) (270) 798-561260. Engraving Etc. Specialty Store (270) 798-017163. Equipment Rental (Gear-to-Go) (270) 798-680664. Library (R.F. Sink) (270) 798-572965. Veterinary Services (270) 798-3614

Travel & Lodging66. Army Lodging (Richardson) (931) 431-449667. Army Lodging (Turner) (270) 439-222968. Leisure Travel Services Office (270) 798-7436

Miscellaneous Services69. 101st Airborne Division Headquarters (270) 798-979370. Blanchfield Army Hospital (270) 798-805571. Civilian Personnel Advisory Center (270) 798-716172. Commissary (270) 798-366373. Division Parade Field74. Fisher House (270) 798-833075. Gate 4 Visitor Center & Vehicle Registration (270) 798-504776. Gate 7 Visitor Center & Vehicle Registration (270) 956-449577. In/Out Processing & MWR Public Relations (270) 798-753578. MWR Director (270) 798-995378. MWR Unit Funds & MWR Collections (270) 798-681880. Museum (Don F. Pratt) (270) 798-3215/498681. Wilson Theater (931) 431-3636

AAFES84. Airfield Mini Mall (270) 640-461485. Community Town Center

Class Six (270) 431-3622Military Clothing Store (270) 798-4212Pizza Hut Delivery (270) 439-1113

68. Exchange (270) 439-184186. Exchange Administration Office (270) 439-184687. Firestone (270) 439-186588. Gardner Hills Mini Mal1 (Burger King/Subway) (270) 697-102089. Kentucky Shoppette (24hr gas) (270) 439-191490. KFC & Taco Bell (270) 439-635391. Troop Mini Mall (gas) (270) 431-2410

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Healthy Habits by Char

Recently on a dreary, icy morning, I boarded a plane for a trip to Florida. Althoughthis winter has been pretty mild, I was looking forward to the warmth of the sun and the blueskies. When I arrived at my destination, I was notdisappointed! Lying poolside, soaking up the sun’srays was more than just the obvious, “AHHHHH”of the moment, it was enlightening and invigorating. If you have ever stopped to reallyenjoy the sunlight and reflect on the sensation, it isalmost intoxicating. As I sat with my face towardthe sun I could feel the heat penetrate my skin. Thetingling sensation soaked into each layer and I could feel how deeply it was affecting me. The instant gratification of the warm sun on my skin was fantastic, but the lasting effects of the sun impressed me the most.

Sunlight is an instant mood changer. Itamazes me how this simple yet vast star more than90 million miles away can offer so much to the

complexity of our bodies. Exposure to sunlight increases serotonin and melatonin, as well as regulating the circadian system, which is what regulates our sleep. This is why we often get sleepy after being in the sun. The positive influenceof the sun helps you to be more cheerful, upbeatand offers an unwavering glow that quickly becomes contagious to others as it promotes asunny disposition.

There is more to the appearance of ahealthy glow created by sun exposure. The deeperlying benefit of the sun comes in the form of Vitamin D. Research has found that a lack of Vitamin D has been linked to depression, lowered immunity, Alzheimer’s, autoimmune disorders, anda variety of other illnesses. A simple way to bringup your level of Vitamin D is bytaking in 5-15 minutes of sunshine (without sunscreen)everyday. If you plan to be outin the sun for a longer periodof time then you will need to protect your skin, but allowing 15 minutes of sunshine will benefit yourhealth as it was intended.

The sun is a beaconto me and calls me outside innature’s setting to wander andplay in its glory. This may bethe same for you, which is anadvantage, as it causes us to

get active. The draw of the outdoors and all thefun to be had is warm and inviting. How great itwould be to engage in recreation in the sun on adaily basis. Play with our children, take the dog fora walk, jog in the park, delight in a picnic with aloved one or simply relax with a good book on ablanket. Spring, summer and even fall are seasonsin which we can find an abundance of sunny daysto get positive, active and glow from the inside out! Take time to spread a little sunshine today, with asimple smile - it’s contagious!

Spring into a Sunny Disposition

Daily Dose of Vitamin DFort Campbell has a wide variety of ways to get your daily dose of Vitamin D.

It doesn’t cost a lot of money and pays off in dividends health-wise when we get theamount we need, as Char talks about in her column.

The easiest way for me to boost my mood is to go for a walk. The trail that runsalong Wickham Avenue towards Cav Country offers flat surfaces, hills and you caneven meander over a stream or two. Grab the Family and your dog and make it agroup excursion! If a leisurely stroll is a bit too boring for you, mountain biking andhorseback riding are outdoor activities offered in MWR Outdoor Recreation, which canbring a bit more excitement.

Visiting local tennis courts, basketball courts and Cole Park’s golf club are wonderful ways for you to get a bit of sunshine into your life. Like Char mentions, only15 minutes is needed to get your daily dose of Vitamin D, so bring your sun block ifyou plan to be outside any longer. Boost your mood and get outdoors today.

by Charlene Mazur

by Tara Goodson

“Anyone's life truly lived consistsof work, sunshine, exercise, soap,plenty of fresh air, and a happy

contented spirit.” Lillie Langtry

OFF the Beaten Path

Spring is a time for new beginnings andfresh starts. With warmer weather on the way, flowers will be blooming, birds chirping and springat Fort Campbell is not complete without a VeryImportant Charitable Event, also known as V.I.C.E.Night. Every year the Officers’ Spouses’ Club (OSC)hosts this amazing event to raise money for thelocal OSC scholarship fund, which provides freshstarts for Family members and high school seniorsof active duty, retired or Gold Star Families. Applications are currently being accepted andmust be postmarked by March 9. Requirementsand additional details can be found online at

www.fortcampbellosc.com.There will be two

auctions held during theevening, an ongoing silentauction, and a live auction.Everything from gift cardsfor restaurants to trips willbe available for bidding.The competition can bevery stiff for the donateditems, so come prepared!

Last year’s event raisedover $22,000! This eventand other events allowed the Fort Camp-bell OSC to gift over$50,000 to the localcommunity. Along withthe auction and entertainment, you canenjoy dinner, drinks anda great time! There isnever a dull moment atV.I.C.E. Night!

Every year there is a different theme, andin the past years there were themes such as CasinoNight, 60’s, the Roarin’ 40’s and many others. Thisyear’s theme, Western Saloon, is sure to be a bighit! In the past, sponsors have donated pottery,photography sessions, adult beverages, quilts anda wide variety of products. If you are interested indonating to the 2012 V.I.C.E Night, please email ftcampbellosc@yahoo.com.

Break out those cowboy boots andmosey on down to Cole Park Commons on April13 at 6 p.m. Tickets are on sale now for only $25 aperson at www.fortcampbellosc.com, so reserveyour seat for what is sure to be the event of 2012!

by Kensley McLellan

Kick Up your Heels at

V.I.C.E Night!

For more information about local scholarships,please visit

www.fortcampbellmwr.com/scholarships/localscholarships.pdf.

Are you an informed consumer? The ArmyCommunity Service (ACS) Financial ReadinessProgram is joining federal, state, and local gov-ernment agencies and national organizations tocelebrate the 14th Annual National ConsumerProtection Week (NCPW) held March 4 throughMarch 10. During NCPW, groups share tips andinformation that help consumers protect theirprivacy, manage money and debt, avoid identity theft, and steer clear of frauds andscams. The Fort Campbell ACS Financial Readiness Program will host a variety of eventsin honor of NCPW 2012. Remember, the ACSFinancial Readiness Program is available free ofcharge to assist you with personal finance andconsumer matters. Never pay for informationyou are entitled to receive for free!

On March 5 and 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.,the ACS Financial Readiness Program will set upan information table at the Fort Campbell PostExchange. The information table will highlightservices available to the Fort Campbell community regarding consumer protection. Inaddition to providing information about available local resources, there will be informational material available from state andfederal consumer protection agencies. Anyquestion from how to obtain your credit reportsfor free, to understanding credit scores and everything in between, will be answered by thecounselors! If you have specific questions aboutyour credit reports, please come in to the Consumer Affairs Office at 5662 ScreamingEagle Blvd.

Have you been lured into the coupon fad?You are encouraged to take advantage of theCoupon Social offered onMarch 5 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.at the ACS Financial ReadinessProgram classroom. Partici-pants in this social event willhave the opportunity to clip,share, exchange, and obtaincoupons and couponing information. The Coupon Social allows attendees thechance to increase their savings on every day spending.You’ll be amazed by how muchcouponing will save you andyou can use the difference tosave for a larger purchase, investments or that vacationyou have been putting off.

If you plan to purchase avehicle in the near future or justwant to gain knowledge aboutvehicle purchases, join us for“Ins & Outs of Vehicle

Purchasing” on March 7 from 5 p.m. to 6:30p.m. This event will include a segment, presented by an ASE certified mechanic, on vehicle inspections prior to purchase in additionto other helpful tips. ACS Financial ReadinessProgram can also help you obtain a free CARFAX report by simply providing a consumercounselor the Vehicle Identification Number(VIN). After determining if the vehicle you areinterested in is a reliable one, you need to determine if it’s affordable by examining yourpersonal bank accounts.

“Bank Account & Debit Card Manage-ment”, is a class given the first and thirdWednesday of each month, from 9 a.m. to 11a.m., at the ACS Financial Readiness Programclassroom and will be held on March 7. Thisclass will empower you with life skills regardingthe basics of Debit Card and Bank AccountManagement, such as learning how to reconcilea bank statement.

Have you ever had an issue with a companyand were unable to reach a resolution? OnMarch 8, ACS Financial Readiness Program willoffer, “How to Complain” from 10 a.m. to 11a.m. This class will provide participants an opportunity to receive tips, guidance, and information on how to submit an effective complaint to a business. Consumer AffairsCounselors are always available to assist youwith filing a complaint with the Better Business Bureau if you are unable to reach a resolution yourself.

Your credit profile has a strong influence inmany aspects of your life. Your credit can havean impact not only in determining interest rates

for financing; it canalso influence youre m p l o y m e n t .Many employerscheck your creditprior to you beinghired, and it plays arole in obtainingand maintaining asecurity clearancefor a military career. You have achance to attend,“The Basics ofCredit Reporting”to learn moreabout the creditprocess. This classwill also give youan opportunity togain knowledgefor building bettercredit. “The Basics

of Credit Reporting” will take place on March 9from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the ACS FinancialReadiness classroom. The counselors at ACS Financial Readiness Program can assist you withobtaining and understanding your credit reportsfrom the three major credit bureaus – Experian,Equifax, and Trans Union – as well as provideyou with a free credit score.

The ACS Financial Readiness Program isopen Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to4:30 p.m. at 5662 Screaming Eagle Blvd. Consumer counselors are available on a walk-inbasis, whereas financial counselors operate byappointment only. For further information regarding the events listed above or the ACSFinancial Readiness Program, please call (270) 798-5518.

National Consumer Protection Week 2012by Silke Murray and Tina Davis

Family Finances

Information Table March 5 and 6 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Coupon Social March 5 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Bank Account & Debit Card ManagementMarch 79 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Ins & Outs of Vehicle PurchasingMarch 75 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

How to ComplainMarch 8 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

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This and That

March is both Peanut Month and National Nutrition Month. In honor of these, here are some nutritious recipes that include peanut butter as an ingredient.Peanuts can be used in everything from snacks to the main dish and even dessert! This legume (yes, it technically is a bean) has a variety of health benefits.Peanuts are rich in mono-unsaturated fats, which help lower bad fats, and are also high in vitamins E, B3 (niacin), and folate. No wonder they are called a quickenergy boosting snack. A small spoonful of creamy peanut butter will help satiate you with the perfect blend of protein, fat and carbs. Next time you need amid-day boost, go for the peanut butter instead of a candy bar. In honor of March being “Peanut Month” here are some recipes from www.jif.com.

Peanutty Snack MixINGREDIENTS:• 1/4 cup butter• 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon• 4 cups honey and nut breakfast cereal• 1 cup mixed nuts

• 1 cup mini pretzels• Cayenne pepper, to tasteDIRECTIONS:1. HEAT oven to 350ºF. Line rimmed

baking sheet with foil.2. COMBINE butter, peanut butter, vanilla

and cinnamon in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH (100% power) 35 to 45 seconds, stirring until well blended.

3. COMBINE cereal, mixed nuts and pretzels in large bowl. Pour butter mixture over cereal mixture. Toss well to coat. Spread mixture evenly on foiled baking sheet.

4. BAKE 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool. Sprinkle lightly with cayenne pepper, if desired. Toss. Store in re-sealable food storage bag.

by CynDe Clack

Recipes forPeanut Month

& National Nutrition Month

Apple Cranberry Peanut Butter CrispINGREDIENTS:• 6 cups peeled, sliced Gala apples (about 3 large)• 1/4 cup dried cranberries• 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamonTOPPING:• 6 tablespoons all purpose flour• 3 tablespoons toasted wheat germ• 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts• Caramel sundae ice cream topping

(can use sugar free)DIRECTIONS:1. HEAT oven to 375°F. Stir apples, cranberries,

1/4 cup brown sugar and cinnamon until coated. Spoon evenly in 9 x 9-inch baking pan.

2. MIX flour, wheat germ and 1/4 cup brown sugar in medium bowl. Cut in peanut butter with fork until crumbs form. Stir in walnuts. Crumble over apples.

3. BAKE 35 to 40 minutes or until apples are fork tender and top is golden brown. Cool 10 minutes. Drizzle with caramel sundae syrup, if desired. Serve warm.

Twisty Peanut Pasta SkilletINGREDIENTS:• 1/4 cup creamy reduced-fat

peanut spread• 1 (16 oz.) jar chunky salsa• 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder• 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin• 1 teaspoon garlic powder• 1/4 cup water• 1/2 pound dry rotelle or rotini

pasta (2-1/2 cups dry), cooked according to package directions and drained

• 1/2 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheeseDIRECTIONS:1. COMBINE peanut butter, salsa, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder and water in a

10-inch skillet over medium heat, stirring until well combined. 2. STIR in cooked pasta. Garnish with cheese just before serving.

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Our March Hometown Hero,SPC Brandon Crider, comes to us from 3rdBCT. SPC Crider, 25, is a 13 FOX, Fire Support Specialist assigned to HHCBrigade and has been serving in the Armyfor almost six years. Born and raised twohours away in Elizabethtown, Kentucky,SPC Crider never anticipated that one dayhe would end up saving another Soldier’slife. SPC Crider embodies the Army valueof personal courage not only in his career,but in his personal life evidenced by hisheroic actions that saved another Soldier.

MWR Life: You were selected to be the 3rdBCT Hometown Hero for March becauseyou saved PV2 Autumn Bayes’ life. Sharewith us what happened that day.

SPC Crider: I was coming back to FortCampbell from Elizabethtown after blockleave, and about half way home in OhioCounty, I witnessed a horrible accident. I was about three cars behind, gettingready to go around a bend, when suddenlyeverything went black and all I saw were sparks flying out from where two vehicles collided. It wasa really bad wreck; I was going 65 to 70 MPH myself! The two cars ahead of me turned on theiremergency lights, slowed down, switched lanes andjust drove around the accident. I slowed down anddrove up next to the wreck and I could see thesmoke and smell the gas. I thought to myself, I mustdo something to help. I parked my car so no othercars could drive around the accident, jumped out,and ran over to check on the person on the passenger’s side because the driver had alreadygotten out of the car. I hopped into the back seatand the first thing I did was check PV2 Bayes’ pulse,it was thready. I reached down to undo her seat beltand found my hand covered in blood. The air baghadn’t deployed, and I automatically thought theworst. I knew then that we needed to get her outand try to stop the bleeding; we couldn’t just leaveher in there, and I didn’t know how long it wouldtake for the ambulance to get to the scene. Anotherwitness to the accident came over and we wereable to open the passenger side door to get PV2Bayes out. I remember she was wearing a tank topand sweats, so I wrapped her up with my jacket tokeep her warm until help could arrive. Luckily, anoff-duty paramedic showed up, stabilized her neckand checked her vitals. Later I learned that PV2Bayes suffered extensive injuries to include a

concussion, swelling of the brain, broken jaw andseveral internal injuries.

MWR Life: Other than rescuing PV2 Bayes, what are some of your other significant accomplishments?

SPC Crider: My greatest accomplishment has beengoing through two deployments, taking my guysthere and bringing them all back. Nothing meansmore to a Soldier, especially during a deployment,than to get all your fellow Soldiers there and backwith no injury or losses.

MWR Life: Who do you look up to or admire the most?

SPC Crider: My dad, actually. My dad was priorNavy. I never thought about being in the military.He was the first person I talked to about joining theArmy. During my time in the Army, even when I wasat my lowest, my dad was always there to lift myspirits and keep me moving forward. He is the mostoptimistic person I know.

MWR Life: What did your father say to you whenyou called to tell him about the accident and howyou saved PV2 Bayes’ life?

SPC Crider: The first thing he said is, “You nevercease to amaze me! This is another thing I am proudof you for.”

MWR Life: What advice do you have for other single Soldiers?

SPC Crider: Stay optimistic. I know as a single Soldier it feels like your life revolves around workand then going to your barracks, but it’s not always about that. You have friends; you get newSoldiers in every day. Try to take one of themunder your wing, learn from the ones who havebeen here and done it before. There is a lot ofknowledge that could be passed around. Alwayslisten to your leaders and keep your Army friendsthe closest.

Hometown Hero

by Lisa Taylor

Rakkasan’s Stateside Hero

Army Career and Alumni Program(ACAP) is a vital resource for Soldiers leaving theArmy. Whether the reason for departure is retirement, ETS or medical discharge; ACAP can give you the tools to manage life in the Civilian world. The program was designed to assist Soldiers as they make the transition toCivilian life.

It is no secret that the Army is downsizing and unemployment rates have increased in the last several years due to thetough economy and tight budgets. Employersare more selective about who they hire. Theywant the most qualified and experienced. Donot be swayed into thinking you cannot get ajob, because that is what ACAP is for, to findjobs for Soldiers when they leave the Army.ACAP equips Soldiers with the knowledge, skillsand training to get their desired job.

ACAP is expanding their program thisyear. The Transition Assistance Program (TAP) isnow four days long instead of a two day program. The four day training includes instruc-tion and training for job interviews, resumes,networking and negotiating benefits. Two of thefour days will be used to work on developing asolid working resume.

A working resume is a resume thatmarkets individuals and gives a solid first impression to potential employers. The resumeis also the first thing a prospective employerlooks at to decide if they want to interview acandidate, so it's important to have a well written resume. ACAP offers one-on-one

counseling and each Soldieris assigned a counselor towork with through thisprocess. The other two daysare spent learning how toprepare for an interview,networking, and negotiat-ing benefits.

Now that youhave a great resume andyou were picked for an interview, what next? ManySoldiers haven't been to ajob interview since joiningthe Army; many of the ruleshave changed. No worries,ACAP can help you preparefor your interview. Nailingthe interview is key. The program trains you toanswer the interview questions in such a way toput yourself ahead of the other candidates.

Once the interview is concluded andyou have a job offer, it's important to negotiatebenefits. Soldiers have benefits while on activeduty but many of those benefits are null andvoid once you leave the Army. It's important tonegotiate for medical, dental, vision, vacation leave, and sick leave benefits. Onceyou have been hired, and benefits have beennegotiated, it's time to network. You shouldnetwork all through the process, but it's especially important to network while in yourjob because it can lead to bigger and betteropportunities in the future.

ACAP encourages anyonewho is leaving the Army tostart early in the ACAPprocess to increase theirchances of getting a job inthe Civilian world. Soldiersthat are retiring should gothrough the ACAP programtwo years prior to leaving andSoldiers ETS’ing should gothrough the ACAP program ayear prior to their ETS date. Theprogram sees too many Soldiersleaving the Army and their firsttime in the ACAP office is to gettheir out-processing paperssigned. To better thrive in theCivilian world, one must start theprocess early.

ACAP is constantly bringing in employers that WANT to hire veterans. For instance, this month there are two job fairs. OnMarch 21 and March 22, ACAP will have about100 companies on post looking to hire new employees, locally, nationally, and internation-ally. ACAP's goal is to bring in at least 30 employers a month to the office, and manytimes they hire new employees right on the spot

“Get smart, come to ACAP early tolearn nuances of Civilian employment and to getthe training on getting the job you want,” statedHarold Riggins, Transition Services Manager.The staff at ACAP is eager and passionate to assist you, so get in to see them promptly!

For more information about ACAP, call (270) 798-5000, visit their website atwww.acap.army.mil or become a fan on Facebook at ACAP Fort Campbell KY.

Train Your BrainACAP:Equipping You for the Future

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All Revved Up

Purchasing a new vehicle is not as simple as signing on a dotted line and driving offthe lot. Let the Army Community Service (ACS)Financial Readiness Program assist you with the planning and execution of your next vehicle purchase.

One of the first steps you should takewhen purchasing a vehicle is establishing aspending plan. Visit with one of the financialcounselors at ACS Financial Readiness for assistance with figuring out what you can affordto spend on the vehicle, insurance, and operating costs. Call (270) 798-5518 to set up anappointment with a financial counselor.

How are you going to pay for this vehicle? Have you saved up enough money topay outright for the vehicle? Are you planning onmaking a down payment? If you are looking at financing the vehicle, visit one of the consumercounselors at ACS Financial Readiness to obtainmore information. For example, a counselor canprovide you with a free credit score. Knowingyour credit score is useful to determine if an offered interest rate is fair. Do you know howmuch that vehicle is really costing you? The consumer counselors can explain the cost of financing by utilizing online auto loan calculators.

Doing your research prior to purchas-ing a vehicle can help eliminate buyer’s remorse.Let the ACS Consumer Affairs Office assist

you with your research. Forinstance, you can learn how to find the

value of a vehicle using tools such asKelly Blue Book (www.kbb.com), National Automobile Dealers Associa-tion (www.nadaguides.com), and -Edmunds (www.edmunds.com). It isuseful to determine a vehicle’s true mar-ket value for both the vehicle you arepurchasing and/or the vehicle that youmay trade in. The above websites notonly provide information concerning thevalue of vehicles, they can also supplyyou with information about which vehi-

cle best meets yourneeds (reviews, cost toown, gas mileage, etc.).The ACS Consumer Affairs Office offers freeCARFAX reports, whichprovide you with information ona vehicle’s history. Take note thatCARFAX only lists informationthat is reported to them, so it is recommended to inspect the vehicle prior to purchase. Youmay also want to have the vehicle checked by a mechanic.The information on the CARFAXreport and findings from the inspections mayhelp you decide ifyou want to pur-chase the vehicleand/or may give youprice negotiationpower.

Once you determine thevehicle that best meets your needs,get an insurance quote prior to thepurchase. You want to make surethat not only the vehicle paymentbut also the insurance cost fits withinyour budget.

The Consumer Affairs Office provides contract review. It isalways wise to have an objective setof eyes look over a contract. Youshould request to have any warranties or verbal promises inwriting. Be sure to get copies of anydocumentation signed during thepurchase process. It is important to

have those in your records. For further information on vehicle

purchase or any other consumer issues, feel freeto visit ACS Financial Readiness, which is locatedat 5662 Screaming Eagle Blvd. ACS FinancialReadiness is open Monday through Friday from8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. The ACS Consumer AffairsOffice operates on a walk-in basis, while financial counselors are available by appointmentonly. For more information call (270) 798-5518.

Deal or No Deal?

By Tina Davis and Silke Murray

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In the Know

March 3

March 3Great Escape Movie NightSign-up: 4:30 p.m.Departure: 5-5:30 p.m. Cost: Free to first 15 Soldiers who sign up.

March 10Zanies Comedy Trip Featuring: Jon Reep, Winner of Season 5 of NBC's "Last Comic Standing" Sign-up: Begins February 28Departure: 5 p.m. Cost: Free! Open to the first 15 single Soldiers.

March 23-25Casino and St. Patrick’s Day CelebrationLocation: Harrah's Casino in Tunica, Mississippi Sign-up: Begins February 28Departure: 12 noon, March 23 Cost: $50 per participant. Open to thefirst 25 single Soldiers.

All departures will be from the D.W.Recreation Center. For more informationabout upcoming BOSS events call (270) 798-7858

BOSS Events