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It’s official, spring is in the air and we can look forward to warm temperatures ahead. This is thetime of year, for me, that cabin fever really kicks

into high gear and I am ready to get outside. I love to see the leaves coming back onto the trees and the first

hint of green as spring bulbs start to pop up everywhere. In thisissue, we are giving you some great ideas for springtime activities. If you liketo spend time outdoors, you will want to turn to page 14 where we talk aboutLake Kyle and the new facilities there. If spring cleaning is your thing, be sureto check out our tips for clutter removal and getting organized on page 10.This is an activity that the whole Family can do together. It is also a great timeto get your kids involved in outdoor activities. MWR has just the thing to getyour kids up and running, swimming and biking. Be sure to read all about theMWR Youth Triathlon on page 20.

In addition to March being the beginning of spring, it is also a monthfull of other activities. March 17th is the ever popular Saint Patrick’s Day.Whatever your means of celebration, you will want to try some Irish treatsfrom Chef Bob on page 6. I also write about my travels to Ireland and all thatit has to offer on page 4. March is also Women’s History Month and it is important to remember and appreciate those individuals throughout historywho fought for our rights and freedoms.

Finally, if you have been following along with gardening tips over thepast couple of months, March is going to be very exciting. It’s time to startdigging in the dirt! This is the perfect time of year to start planting cool season crops (those that don’t do well in the heat of summer). Saint Patrick’sDay is a great time to plant your potatoes. March is also a great time to plantlettuce, spinach, kale, and most other kinds of salad greens, as well as broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage. Spring onions can also be planted now. I personally like to mix flowers in with my vegetable garden. Some of themgive mutually beneficial results as aids with pollination, repellents for “bad”bugs, or attractants for “good” insects. My Grandmother always plantedmarigolds around the edge of her garden to help detract those unwanted insects. Some flowers such as pansies, impatiens, and nasturtiums are alsoedible and make a beautiful addition to salads or sugared on a cake. Be surethat if you want to eat these flowers, that you are not using pesticides.

It might be a good idea, if you haven’t already, to have your soiltested. This will give you a good idea of any nutrients that need to be addedto your soil for the best vegetable production. A great way to add nutrientsto your soil and to go green is to start a compost pile. You can find instructions on building a compost bin on the internet, or you can buy plasticones at hardware and convenience stores. It greatly reduces the amount oftrash and waste that goes into your garbage every week, and it helps to improve the nutrients and soil structure of your garden. Spring is a busy timewhen everything becomes fresh and new again, so enjoy the hopefully warmweather, get outside, and go green!

EditorMelissa Wells

ContributorsJeremy HayesKristen Geist-HodgkinsSamantha GregoryAndrea LatimoreKeri McPeakMelissa SchaffnerSunny SmithJan Wagner

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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.

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Go Greenfor Spring

Melissa Wells, Editormwrlifeeditor@fortcampbellmwr.com

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My first glimpse of the island was in theplane flying over, and it was just as I hadalways imagined; shades of green interspersed with lines of rock walls, surrounded by the sea. My first impression was breathtaking, but it wasn’t until I landed that the genuinebeauty of Ireland truly revealed itself.

On my firsttrip to Ireland in2004, I took aguided tour to tryto get the mostout of my experience. Itwas fantastic.The Irish guidesand the comfort of the bus and accommodations werevery impressive. The laidback atmosphere and genial nature of the Irish culture were apparentin every aspect of the tour. Even thoughthe countryside is stunning, a day in abus can be very long. This was not thecase as throughout the trip the guide anddriver kept us entertained with history,humor, stories, quotes and songs. Wedid hit a lot of “tourist destinations,” but we alsowent to sights off of thebeaten path and were allowed to have timeon our own to take photographs, journal or shop aswe saw fit. Despite the amazing sites ofDublin, Galway, andWaterford, to name afew, my favorite part wasgoing out in the evenings andmeeting people. Ireland is famous for itspubs, and I understand why. It is a socialgathering spot rather than a bar. You will

see people reading a newspaper, having dinner, watching a game, or justtalking to each other. It wasnot long after enteringinto a pub that I wouldbe engaged in a conversation withsomeone, andeven though mostof the people that I met were not familiar with the geographic locationof many states pastthe East Coast, they

were interested andexcited to talk about

topics of all sorts.One of my favorite

experiences was a stopalong the tour in a little town calledSneem in the West ofIreland. We had abrief stop there forrefreshments, facilities,and to get a break from

the bus. Our tour directortold us that the cleanest

facilities would probably be inthe pubs, if we needed them. I

decided to take his advice and walkedinto a giant, hot pink, pub close towhere the bus was parked. It was virtually deserted and despite the signthat said “for customers only,” I decidedto venture ahead. When I came out, Iwas greeted by a host of new found

friends; one of them being thetown postmaster who was at

least 90. He informed methat he was quite famousand had been in TimeMagazine and if Iwanted, I could buy apostcard with his picture at the shopnext door. Talk about acharacter! All of the

people in that pub werefantastic. I laughed, talked,

bought a round, and laughedsome more. Needless to say, I was

sorry to say goodbye; however, I have amemory that will last a lifetime.

The second time I went to

Ireland was to celebrate my first weddinganniversary. I talked my husband into

doing a self-drive tour and planning our own accommodations. Hewanted to see as muchas possible, so Iplanned a route of thewhole island for thetwo weeks that wehad planned. Needless to say, 1600kilometers later, we

saw a lot of Ireland! Itwas great because we took

our time and explored remnants of old castles, abbeys,

and pre-historic sites. You start to feelthe magnitude of our time on the planetwhen you are standing in an abbey thatwas built in the 700’s. We even venturedinto Northern Ireland by driving up theAntrim Coast and visiting sites such asthe Giant’s Causeway and the muralspainted during the troubles in Belfast andDerry. We stayed in the beautiful andluxurious Europa Hotel in Belfast which atone point during Ireland’s time of intensetrouble and violence was dubbed “Europe’s most bombed hotel.” Thedramatic past truly hits home when youdrive down the street and see the side ofa building painted with a mural tellingyou where their loyalties lie. Curbs areeven painted different colors to let youknow if you are entering into anotherarea; loyalist colors of the Union Jack(red, white, and blue), or Irish Republiccolors (green, and orange). Thankfullynow, they are in a time of peace.

I would take much more than apage to describe everything that I saw,felt and experienced while travelingaround Ireland. It is one place in all of mytravels that I felt I could have stayed andcalled it home. If you are looking for agreat place to have a wonderful experience, you won’t be disappointedwith an Irish vacation. MWR Leisure Travel Services can help youplan your trip to whatever specificationsthat you desire. Leisure Travel Services islocated inside the Main PX Mall. Formore information about planning a vacation to Ireland or any other travelneeds, please call (270) 798-7436.

By Melissa Wells

P icture shades of green from pale and yellowy tothe deepest emerald with

every hue in between and youmight begin to imagine the colorpalette of Ireland.

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day, theone day out of theyear when everyone isIrish! Ireland is one ofmy favorite places tovisit. The food, culture, people, andthe way of life are allwarm and inviting. Ihave been to Irelandon two separate occasions and am veryhappy to report thatthere is much more to Irish cuisine than CornedBeef and Cabbage, although they do love their potatoes. Having friends over for dinner or enjoyinga meal with your Family can be a great opportunity tobond over shared experiences or just have fun together.St. Patrick’s Day is a great excuse to kick up your heels, wearyour green, and have a great time. For this occasion, we have askedChef Bob to use the luck o’ the Irish to get us some tasty treats goodenough to be the pot o’ gold at the end of the rainbow. Enjoy!

By Melissa Wells

Irish Roast Pork with Stuffing

2 lbs good quality pork tenderloin or lean pork chops

2 Tbsp butter

2 Tbsp apple cider or water

Pinch of salt and pepper

Lightly salt and pepper the meat

and coat with butter. Place in

a dish and cover with foil,

bake at 350 degrees for

1-1/2 hours. Serve with

stuffing and freshly cooked

vegetables.

Irish Potato Stuffing

4–5 large potatoes boiled or steamed & coarsely mashed

1 large onion

2 large cooking apples, chopped

Handful of chopped fresh sage and thyme

Butter

Salt and pepper

Add the butter to the potatoes. Chop onion

and add to potato mixture, stir in apples,

herbs, salt and pepper. Serve with Irish

Pork Roast.

Irish Vegetables

2 cups green cabbage,

shredded

2 cups mashed potatoes

1/4 cup green onions,

sliced

1/8 tsp pepper

Butter or margarine

Parsley for garnish

Heat 1/2 inch of water to boiling, stir in cabbage,

cover and cook for 5 minutes; drain. Prepare mashed

potatoes; fold in cabbage, onions and pepper. Dot with

butter and garnish with parsley.

Irish Soda Bread

3-1/2 cups flour

1 tsp sugar

1 tsp salt

1 tsp baking soda

8-10 oz. soured milk

or buttermilk

Pre-heat the oven to 450

degrees. Sift the dry ingredients

together several times in a large bowl. Make a well

in the center of the dry ingredients and pour about

3/4 of the buttermilk and begin to stir, add more

liquid as necessary; dough should be raggy, soft, and

dryish. Knead the dough for about 30 seconds.

Shape the dough into a circle and place on a floured

baking sheet. With a sharp knife, cut a cross into

the top of the dough. Place in the oven and bake

for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 400 degrees and

continue to bake for 20-30 minutes.

Irish Apple Cake

1/4 cup butter

1 cup sugar

1 egg, beaten

4 Granny Smith apples, cored, peeled & diced

(2cups)

1/4 cup chopped walnuts

1 tsp vanilla

1/4 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp cinnamon

1/2 tsp nutmeg

1 cup all purpose flour

Preheat oven to 350 degrees and generously

grease an 8 inch square cake pan. In a large

bowl, cream butter and sugar together, until light

and fluffy. Add egg, apples, nuts and vanilla to

the butter mixture and mix well. Sift in dry

ingredients, mix well and pour batter into the

prepared pan. Bake until the cake is lightly browned,

and a tester inserted into the center comes out clean;

about 45 minutes. Let the cake cool in the pan for

5 minutes, then unmold and serve hot or cold with

whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

“May you have the hindsight to know where

you've been, the foresight to know where

you are going, and the insight to know when

you have gone too far” Irish Blessing

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If you wow the interviewer, the nextthing you know, you are in thegreen. On the other hand, résumé mistakes can cost you ajob interview; potentially costingyou the job. While typos, spellingerrors, and word misuse usuallyrank the highest on most employers’ list of top mistakes,there are many other résumé mistakes that can decrease yourchance of getting a job. Checkout the top 10 résumé mistakes below:

1. Typos and grammatical errors2. Not being specific3. Using a ‘one size fits all’ approach4. Highlighting duties instead of accomplishments

5. Providing too many or not enough details6. A poor objective7. No action verbs8. Omitting important information9. Visually too “busy”10. Incorrect contact information

In order to prevent these common résumé mistakes and ensure your résumé really doestranslate into green, have your local Family Employment Readiness Program (FERP) representative edit your résumé. A well written

and

error-free résumé is well worth thetime and effort. Please contact usat (270) 798-4412/4289 for additional information.

The next step is applying for a job. Army Careerand Alumni Program (ACAP) andArmy Community Service (ACS)are partnering to bring you a jobfair on March 9, 2010, from 9 a.m.until 3 p.m., at Cole Park Commons, 1610 101stAirborne Division Road. The Job Fair is free and

open to the public and there will be over 50 employers from across the country with a varietyof industries represented. A list of employersand pertinent career areas will be provided before and during the Job Fair. ACAP, ArmySpouse Employment Partnership (ASEP), and theFamily Employment Readiness Program (FERP),are joining to bring to you employers who areSoldier and Family Member friendly. ASEP employers such as Convergys have alreadysigned up to participate. ASEP employers lookfavorably upon Military Spouses for employment.They realize the variety of skills that Spouses possess and will bring to their organization.

Job fairs are excellent places to learn,network and possibly land a job. Please contactus for additional information on how to navigatethe upcoming ACAP/ACS Job Fair on March 9,

2010. We look forwardto seeing you there!

For more information,please contact theACAP Office at (270)798-5000, fax (270)798-4232, or visitwww.acap.army.mil.Find us on Facebook:

Fort Campbell ArmyCommunity Services Family Employment Readiness Program.

H ow can your résumé reallytranslate into money? A well-written résumé should

net you an interview.

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By Kristen Geist-HodgkinsEmployment Readiness Program Manager

• Target your résumé to a specific position.• Use bullet statements.• Do not exceed two pages, and make sure

your name and page 2 are at the top of the second page.

• Check for errors in spelling, grammar, etc. • Ensure your résumé is accurate.• Use Times New Roman or Arial fonts.• Begin your bullets with an action verb.• Do not write your résumé in first person.• Be consistent with dates, ex. 3/2010 and

March 2010, use the same format throughout your resume.

• Use resume paper (white or off-white is best).

Jump Start Your Résumé workshop: 10 – 11:30 a.m., 2nd Tuesday of every month,ACS Parlor Room, 5661 Screaming Eagle Blvd.

ACAP Pre-Job Fair Orientation: March 2, 3p.m., ACS Parlor Room, 5661 ScreamingEagle Blvd.

FERP will offer job fair preparation assistanceduring the Family Information and Training(FIT) Orientation which is held weekly. Opportunities for FERP Clients are March 1, 3and 5 at 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. Call(270)798-4289/4412, or send an email to employment@fortcampbellmwr.com to sign upfor assistance or walk in during the times listed.

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By Jan Wagner

Getting organized allows you to clear yourmind as well as your living space. I havecompiled a list of tips and steps to help youbest eliminate the clutter and start off yourspring with an organized outlook. Happycleaning!

Step 1: Attack your kitchen pantry andcupboards.Look at the expiration dates on your dryfood products and canned goods. If theyare expired, toss them right away. Dustthings off as you’re checking the dates andthen organize while placing them back inthe pantry. Go through your spices andseasonings and check for expiration dates.Wipe down the shelves and make a list ofthings you need to replace. Pull yourdishes off the shelves, wipe down theshelves, and straighten your space. Throwout plastic storage container lids missingthe container. Set aside containers withoutlids…we’ll use them later. Do you havedishes you never use? Start the GoodWill/Garage Sale area.

Step 2: Attack the laundry. This is a project to make a day of, andmaybe turn into a fashion show with thekids. Make piles of clothes; winter clothes,those that fit, those that don’t, and thosethat just need to go away. If you have multiple children who receive

hand-me-down clothes, purchase storagecontainers and mark the contents with sizeand type of clothes – put in storage or inthe attic. For those that don’t meet the standards for passing on to siblings….sendto the Good Will/Garage Sale pile ofclothes. Then have the kids help youarrange their drawers with the clothes thatstill fit. Take out your list and add thingsthat need to be purchased: socks, t-shirts,jeans or dress clothes. Don’t forget thelinen closet. This is a good time to checksheets and blankets for wearand tear.

Step 3: Crafts, school bagsand stuff. This is an area that can oftenbe easily straightened up.First designate the homework area and establish where the bookbags, shoes and coats belong. Take the containerswithout lids (rememberthem?) and designate themfor crayons, pencils, glue,etc. Then have the “owners”of the excess stuff help you sort through – the toys, the games, the videosystems and accessories. Let them helpyou build on the Garage Sale by color coding the price tags by child. Then if their

items sell, they get money towardsomething new. Things that don’tsell go to the Good Will area.

Step 4: Walls and windows. Pick a room a day or a room aweek. Start at theceiling with yourbroom, checkingfor cob webs andspiders. Clean theceiling fan and anylights in the room.Replace the burnt

out or missingbulbs with energy efficient bulbs. Openthe window(s), evictthe spiders and insects that havespent the winter between the screenand the glass – and

give the glass a good cleaning. Then, withplain soapy water, start wiping down thewalls. Note areas that need paint touchups, but keep working on the walls. Baseboards are next and lastly the floor. Behonest with yourself. Sweeping and vacuuming are not going to cut ittoday…use the soapy water to wash up thetile and wood floors, pull out or rent asteam cleaner for the carpets. Add to yourlist any paint or repair items you need.

Step 5: Organize the Garage Sale andmake a trip to Good Will.Have fun, involve the neighbors, and let thekids help…be creative in advertising.

Step 6: Start over. It’s now Summer Cleaning your Spring Clutter. The kids have grown, the temperatures are changing, the dust hasaccumulated and it’s time to put up theschool supplies and organize the summer

activities. Good Luck!

S pring is in the air and it’stime to open up those windows, air out the

house, and eliminate the clutterthat has accumulated over thepast several months.

De-cluttering tips1. Start a list, keep a list, and take it with

you to the store.2. Create a schedule / make a

game plan.3. Ask yourself – Do I really need this?

Do I really use this?4. Use containers to store seasonal

and seldom used items.5. Work with your neighbor or good

friend to get the garage sale working.6. Take notes for summer clean up.

1. ACS Financial Readiness (270) 79855182. Air Assault Auto (270) 956-1101/11003. Army Community Service (270) 798-93224. Army Education Center (270) 798-58865. Arts & Crafts Center (270) 798-66936. ASYMCA (270) 798-74227. Auto Skills North (270) 798-56128. Auto Skills South (270) 798-63179. Baldanado Pool (270) 798-520710. BOSS Program (270) 798-785811. Building 3301 (270) 412-231512. Child Development Center #1 (270) 439-799313. Child Development Center #2 (270) 439-799614. Civilian Personnel Advisory Center (270) 798-716115. Clarksville Base PFC (270) 798-600616. Cole Park Community Activities Center (270) 798-4610

Cole Park Southern Buffet16. Cole Park Golf Club/19th Hole Snack Bar (270) 798-4906/182217. CYSS Central Registration (270) 798-067410. D.W. Recreation Center (270) 798-739118. Dawg Haus (270) 798-076619. Destiny Parks & Pavilions (270) 798-2175

20. Directorate of MWR (270) 798-995321. Discovery Center (270) 798-273722. Dolan Pool (270) 798-53505. Engraving Etc (270) 798-017123. Estep Wellness Center (270) 798-4664/402324. Family Child Care (270) 798-495925. Family Resource Center (270) 956-293526. Fort Campbell Riding Stables (270) 798-262927. Fratellenico PFC (270) 798-941828. Freedom Fighters PFC (270) 798-735529. Gardner Indoor Pool (270) 798-631030. Gear-To-Go (270) 798-680631. Gertsch PFC (270) 798-275332. Hooper Bowling Center (270) 798-588733. Leisure Travel Services Office (270) 798-743634. Lozada PFC (270) 798-430635. MWR Public Relations Office & (270) 798-7535

Installation In/Out Processing Bldg20. MWR Unit Funds/IMWRF Collections (270) 798-681836. North Dog Park (270) 798-217537. North Softball Complex (270) 798-332038. Olive PFC (270) 798-4101

39. Outdoor Recreation (270) 798-217539. Paintball/Survival Games (270) 798-462040. Part Day Preschool (270) 798-067441. R.F. Sink Library (270) 798-572942. Recycling Center (270) 798-452743. Richardson Army Lodging (931) 431-449644. School Age Services (270) 798-412945. SFAC (270) 412-600046. Single Pool (270) 798-424747. Skeet Range (270) 412-401548. SKIESUnlimited Center (270) 412-545549. South Softball Complex (270) 798-332050. Sports Admin Office / Fryar Stadium (270) 798-309451. Sportsman's Lodge (931) 431-414052. Joe Swing Park (270) 798-2175 44. Taylor Youth Center (270) 798-364353. Teen Club 24/7 (270) 956-103354. Turner Army Lodging (270) 439-2229

1 (800) GO ARMY 155. Veterinary Services (270) 798-361444. Youth Sports Program (270) 798-6355

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One of these is the Heroes at Home program. This program is adapted for Military Families from the Parent’s as Teachers program. Fort Campbell was oneof the original pilot installations where theprogram was initially offered. Because ofits success, it is now available at 37 other installations. Deidre Davis, Certified Educator for Heroes at Home, talked aboutsome of the many benefits of this programand what they have to offer. “This programis a wonderful outlet for parents to networkand a great way for children to socialize,”says Davis. All of the services offered areFREE! Some of the things that Heroes atHome offers are home visits for prenataldevelopment and bonding while pregnant,teaching the developmental process andgrowth and motor skills for ages zero tothree, and skills for school readiness,

motor skills, and working onreading and colors for children ages three tofive. According to parentsasteachers.org,“certified parent educators providechild developmentinformation, parenting supportand encouragementto Military Parentsto help their childrenlearn, grow and develop to realizetheir full potential.”

Another aspectof this program is theweekly playgroups that meetevery Wednesday from 10 a.m.until 11 a.m. These playgroups encourage socialization for both parentsand children and allow children to playgames and learn toys that encourage development of physical and mental

milestones. Currently,they meet at Building3301, on the corner of 46th andIndiana Ave. Parents can find out aboutthis programwhen they register forChild, Youthand SchoolServices (CYSS),or by stoppingby their offices atBuilding 2188 on

13 1/2 Street, nextto Estep Gym.

For more informationabout the Heroes at Home

program or the weekly playgroups, please call (270) 412-6350. More information about the Heroes atHome program can also be found atwww.parentsasteachers.org .

F ort Campbell has a wonderful variety of

programs and servicesavailable to Army Families.

By Melissa Wells

If these activities sound good to you, thenLake Kyle on Fort Campbell is the place togo. Lake Kyle is located just off of IndianMound Road in Training Area 31. It is approximately 70 acres in size and is mostlysurrounded by a wooded area; a beautifulplace to spend a warm spring day!

Lake Kyle has three boat rampsand two NEW floating fishing docks forfishermen who have a boat. If you do nothave a boat, don’t worry; you can walk theshore line and still have a good chance tocatch a trophy. Gear-To-Go has a wide variety of boats, canoes, kayaks, as well ascamping equipment, available to rent. For

more information about their rentals,call (270) 798-3919/6806 or visit www.fortcampbellmwr.com/geartogo.

If you are going to use a boat, please remember the permitted speed on LakeKyle is IDLE SPEED only. Canoes andkayaks can also be used on Lake Kyle. It isa very Family friendly area and the lake hasa good supply of bluegill, shell crackers,bass, and catfish, along with a few otherspecies of fish. If you like to fish, theStump Jumpers Fishing Club is a greatplace for anglers, both seasoned and new,to get together and learn tips andtechniques. The next meeting is 6 p.m., April 21 at Waholi Pavilion.

If you like to picnic, thereis a NEW covered pavilion that wasrecently added just for that purpose. This new pavilion, alongwith the picnic tables placed allaround the lake, make Lake Kylethe ideal place to enjoy the outdoors. Additionally, for thosethat enjoy camping, there is freetent camping available during the

summer! Just remember to stop by theOutdoor Recreation Main Office and getyour fishing license, your post permit forfishing, and/or your recreation permit forhiking, camping and other recreational activities. You will have access to the training area map and the staff will be ableto assist with any questions that you have.The Outdoor Recreation Main Office is located just outside Gate 10 on 101st Airborne Division Road. For more information about Lake Kyle,please call (270)798-2175.

S pring is here and withthe warm weather comesthe itch to get outside

and participate in some favoritepast times such as fishing, camping, and picnicking.

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Then I began to think about current women andhow we came to have the rights, freedoms, andchoices that we now enjoy. I thought that I knewmany facts about the Women’s Suffrage movement and the names of the famous feminists throughout time. It wasn’t until Istarted doing research that I realized how little I knew and how much I had taken for granted.The Women’s Movement and the groundworkthat was laid for the right to vote, among otherfreedoms, is the basis for the opportunities available to myself and other women. I wonderhow many of us really realize the struggles thatthey went through to achieve those freedoms.Celebrate Women’s History Month with a lookback at some of the innovators and suffragetteswho paved the way for the future.

Women today hold high positions inmany fields, including government, social, corporate and entertainment fields. Greatstrides have been made to ensure equal work forequal pay, the right to vote, hold property, andthe right to have custodianship of their own children. Do you realize that ithas been less than 100 yearssince women were grantedthese rights? For those ofus who have had the luxuryof growing up with the reassurance that we couldbe whatever we wanted and do whatever wewanted, we have taken for granted that these rightsalways existed.

The first namethat popped into my mindwas Susan B. Anthony whenI thought about women’srights; the famous name of women’s suffrageand a pioneering feminist. What I didn’t realize was the depth of her dedication

and how her ideals formed a revolution. Did youknow that she worked for women’s rights forover 50 years, or that shewrote an amendment in 1878that would later become the 19th amendmentgranting women the right tovote? According to theWomen in History Organization, she was “an organization genius - her canvassing plan is still usedtoday by grass root and political organizations.” Butshe was not alone; other activists such as ElizabethCady Stanton and LucretiaMott were also on the forefront of women’s rights. As a matter of fact,the first Women’s Rights Convention in SenecaFalls, New York was initiated by these womenafter attending an Anti-Slavery Conventionin London in 1840.

From history.com:“The catalyst for thisgathering was the WorldAnti-Slavery Conventionheld in 1840 in Londonand attended by anAmerican delegationwhich included a numberof women. In attendancewere Lucretia Mott andElizabeth Cady Stanton,

who were forced to sitin the galleries as observers becausethey were women.This poor treatmentdid not rest well withthese women of progressive thoughts,and it was decidedthat they would holdtheir own conventionto "discuss the social,

civil and religious rights of women.“ During theCivil War, most of these progressive women set

their cause aside to campaign for the abolition ofslavery. They believed that after the war, they

would be grantedthe same rights asthe freed slaves;they were mistaken.Women were notofficially granted theright to vote untilthe ratification of the 19th Amendment in 1920.

I am amazedby the courage,dedication, and fortitude that it took

to start a revolutionand continue to fight and persist for over 70years to see the result of your cause. Most ofthese trailblazers were not even alive to see

women vote. I think now it is up to us to continue to remember these heroes who fought not only for women’s rights, but for the rights of everyone.

For more information about upcoming eventsand observances, become a fan on Facebook atwww.facebook.com/FortCampbellMWR.

W hen I first started writingan article about women’shistory, I thought about

famous women throughout time,Mother Theresa, Madame Curie, Sacajawea, Queen Elizabeth, Madeline Albright, Amelia Earhart,the list goes on and is too extensive toname in one article.

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By Andrea Latimore

On average, Military Families will move upto five or six times in a 20 year career. Every move is a newexperience and an opportunity to learnthe Army way of life.A program thathelps bridge thegap for MilitaryFamilies new andold is Army FamilyTeam Building (AFTB).

AFTB is dedicated to providing education, guidance, FamilyReadiness, self-improvement, and volunteer opportunities to the total ArmyFamily. The program is operated by Familymembers, for Family members, includingSpouses, Soldiers, and Civilians. AFTBtakes pride in mission readiness and Family

Readiness by encouraging Families to learnthe Army culture. AFTB is organized intothree levels and is taught through interactive classes.

Level l - LearnA two day course for those who are newto the Army (0-5 years). It introducesthe basic terms, acronyms, and resources that are needed in orderto successfully transition into theArmy lifestyle. The first level ofAFTB includes topics such as Military Acronyms & Terms, Customs & Courtesies, Community

Resources, and Problem Solving. In addition, Level l provides an

introduction to mission, structure, andbenefits of Family Readiness Groups (FRGs).

Level II - Personal DevelopmentA three day course for those who are becoming involved in the Army Community.

This group of classes leads students down a path of

self-discovery to find themselves, which in turnwill help them learn whatleadership style wouldbest suit them. Studentswill learn the importanceof self-confidence whenmeeting new peopleand the benefits ofbeing a supportivegroup member.

Level II classes include Team Dynamics, The Volunteer Experience, FamilyReadiness Groups andthe Deployment Cycle,and Introduction to Leadership.

Level III - LeadershipA three day course that offers training toenhance an individual’s professional growthand leadership skills. This training is valuable to individuals who are leaders,within their unit, the FRG, or the community. The skills gained in Level IIIhelp to foster cohesive groups that becomeproductive. Topics include LeadershipStyles, Coaching and Mentoring, Managing Group Conflict, and Building Cohesive Teams. Students who make itthrough Level III often go on to be AFTB Instructors. Army Community Service Instructor Training topics include The AdultLearner, Methods of Instruction, Managingthe Learning Environment, and The Preparation Process.

Want to learn how to read a Leave & Earnings Statement (LES), or needto know the proper length of a dress wornto an Army Formal, then Army Family TeamBuilding is for you. It will not only help youlearn the language of the Army, but it willconnect you to resources and people thatwill continue to help you throughout yourlife. Classes are held twice a month at theFamily Resource Center (FRC). Classroomhours are from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., fundedchildcare is available on-site for regularlyscheduled Level classes. For more information on Army Family TeamBuilding call (270) 798-4800, email us ataftb@fortcampbellmwr.com, or become afan of our Facebook page athttp://www.facebook.com/FCKY.AFTB

O ften, moving to a new placecan be a scary experience.This is exceptionally true for

Military Families.

AFTB Level II – March 8 – 10, 9 – 3 p.m.AFTB Level III – March 29-31, 9 – 3 p.m.Do you work during the day, but stillwant to get involved with the program?Army Family Team Building offers NightOwl classes on a rotating basis. If youwould like more information about theseclasses, please call (270) 798-4800.

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Lined up at the edge of the pool,hearts pounding, legs shaking, and butterflies in your stomach – the race begins. The Third Annual MWR YouthTriathlon series gets underway on Saturday,March 27, 9 a.m., atDolan Indoor Pool. Thetriathlon is an event forchildren/youth ingrades 1 – 12. The ideaof participating in thetriathlon is not to declare a winner, but to develop lifelongathletes, and to encourage the participantsto do their best.

MWR Aquatics, Outdoor Recreation, and Child, Youth and SchoolServices (CYSS) partner for this event. Thetriathlon at the end of March is a great wayto kick-off April’s Month of the MilitaryChild events. What a fantastic way to celebrate being a Military Child!

The distances vary in each of the

races in the series. They range from a 30 - 90 meter swim, to a one mile run, anda two mile bike ride. Each participant is

timed with their actual startand finish time, and theyare encouraged to trytheir best, do what theycan, and have fun. Theidea of the series is thatthey participate, and try to improve their timeand techniqueeach timethey race. If

participants are nervousabout the swimming portionof the course, lifeguards arein the water to support andhelp if needed; kickboardsare available. It is a supportive and excitingatmosphere with all of the parents and staffcheering each participant to the finish line.The children compete with looks of determination on their faces, much like

those on the faces of Olympic athletes!They know they can do it! Parents are ableto run and bike with their children, makingthe event a Family affair. By the time eachof the participants crosses the finish line,they have done more on their Saturdaymorning than most kids their age will do all day long!

To prepare for the triathlon, MWRhas posted a triathlon training schedule atwww.fortcampbellmwr.com. The training

schedule is also available atthe Taylor Youth Center.Start preparing now forthe March 27 event!Registration is open untilMarch 19, and all participants must be registered with CYSS.For CYSS registration,please contact

(270) 798-0674. For more information regarding the MWRYouth Triathlon, please contact Sunny Smithat (270) 798-6548.

Texas Hold’em came to Fort Campbell in January 2009, and has been such a hit that itis continuing for 2010. The hands are playedfollowing “Robert’s Rules ofPoker,” a common set ofpoker rules and etiquette recognized by all major TexasHold’em tournaments. Nogambling is involved, whichmeans no risk of losing anymoney. Chips are providedfor play to be used as eachplayer sees fit, so some players play it tight while others play aggressively. The tournaments are run on a pointscale, with 20 qualifying spaces ranging from20 points for the person who finishes 20th, to500 points for the person who wins that game.All participants must be at least 18 years ofage to play.

All of the fun and excitement ofTexas Hold’em can be found at Sportsman’sLodge every Thursday evening where there

are games played at 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. The more you play, the more points you canearn. Every three months, the top 100 pointearners for that quarter are granted a seat atthe Main Event. The next Main Event is March

27. Prizes will bepresented to toppoint earners, aswell as the overallwinners seated atthe final table of the tournament. Firstplace is a prized valued up to $500,$250 for secondplace, and $100 forthird. The actual

prizes vary from tournament to tournament.

For more information about the weekly TexasHold’em events or to find out how you qualifyfor the Main Events, please call MWR PublicRelations at (270) 798-7535.

Here are the top 10 reasons why you shouldplay Texas Hold’em at Sportsman’s Lodge!

1. The people - fantastic, friendly, and fun!2. The food - Sportsman’s has great

“munchies,” and full menu from which to order.

3. The beverages - Sportsman’s has a good selection of your favorite adult drinks, at prices that will not break your budget.

4. Improve your game - the more Texas Hold’em you play, the better you get.

5. Great environment - enjoy the Texas Hold’em atmosphere.

6. Socialize - great way to spend a Thursday night.

7. Support MWR - showing your support allows MWR to do more for Soldiers and their Families.

8. No gambling involved - you can walk in with a certain amount of money in your pocket, and walk out with the same amount, unless you buy refreshments.

9. Good service - Sportsman’s Lodge and Texas Hold ‘em Staff make you feel welcome.

10. It’s FREE - who says you cannot get anything for free these days! Come play!

By Sunny Smith

By Keri McPeak

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If you access Fort Campbellthrough Gate 10, you may havenoticed a few new structuresnear MWR Outdoor Recreation’s main office on11th Airborne DivisionRoad. If you have not visited us lately, you aremissing out on some exciting changes taking placefor Outdoor Recreation. FortCampbell Outdoor Recreation isproud to announce the completionof the new Alpine Towers Adventure Complex. Construction for this high adventure challenge course began in October2009 and was completed in December 2009.

Plans are in place to open the Adventure Complex in the spring of 2010. The challenge course was constructed with the intent to service Soldiers returning from deployment; it provides an avenue to reach a“new normal” through high adventure programming. There will also be

opportunities for Soldier’s Families, the militarycommunity, and civilians to participate on the AdventureComplex in the nearfuture.

The complex consists ofseveral elements designed for

team building and high adventure experiences. These

elements include the Team Development Course, Carolina T-Wall,Odyssey, and Alpine Tower. The Team Development Course is a series of ground-level initiatives, designed to facilitateteam building, communication, trust, andproblem solving skills. Next, the Carolina T-Wall offers various levels of complexity forbouldering, climbing, and rappelling. Multiple faces of the wall allow enthusiasts ofall levels to experience new challenges witheach climb.

The Odyssey is comprised of

several elements within thestructure. Two levels, of different heights, supportinitiatives such as the Matrix,Complex X, the Scary Ferry,and two Zip Lines. Lastly, the

Alpine Tower stands 50 feethigh and offers numerous routes

with varying levels of difficulty. TheAlpine Tower is an inclusive element that allows people of all abilities to participate. Another exciting element within the AlpineTower is the Giant Swing, which involvesbeing hoisted up to 30 feet in the air by yourteammates, allowing you to experience themost breathtaking swing of your life!

This new Adventure Complex offersthe perfect opportunity to get out and experience some high flying fun and a taste ofextreme sports with your friends, Family, andbattle buddies.

For more information on pricing and hours ofoperation, contact the Adventure Programsoffice at (270) 412-7855.

By Samantha Gregory

March is the last month to take advantage of the Cole Park Golf Club’s off-season price break. Dave Normand, PGA Master Professional, explains it this way:“A typical season of golf in Tennessee is Aprilthrough October. Cole Park Golf Club is openyear round, weather permitting. There areperfectly good daysfor golf in the wintermonths, and occasionally, gettingout on the links is theperfect cure for cabinfever. This is why weoffer $1 per holegreens fees, includingcart, Monday throughFriday, until the end of March. ”

Even in the winter, the greens aremowed at Cole Park every week. TheBermuda fairways go dormant in the winter.The appearance of the course is an importantpart of the experience of the game. “The attractive aesthetics of the course are part of

what our customers expect, “ states Normand.Dave Normand has been the

manager of the Cole Park Golf Club for nearlya year. As a PGA Master Professional, he iscertified in three areas: Golf Operations,which includes tournaments, and the ProShop, General Management, covering the

grounds maintenance andcare and budgeting, andInstruction. As an Instructor, he can providelessons for men, women,juniors, and seniors, fromthe novice to the experienced golfer.Normand remarked, “I encourage those whowish to learn golf to try a

few options that are free or low cost first.Folks have a perception that golf is a game forthe wealthy, but that is not necessarily true.Our putting green is free, and we offer inex-pensive rental clubs, and range balls for thedriving range are low cost too. We also have afree three hole practice course across thestreet.”

After you try a few of the lower costoptions to gauge interest in pursuing thegame further, a standard set of clubs wouldbe the first significant expense. Normand offers club fitting, and encourages newgolfers to take lessons. “As your game improves, you could reward yourself with better tools, for example, new clubs,” Normand recommends.

Memberships are offered at ColePark Golf Club, both 5 day and 7 day areavailable. Daily use is another option, and feesvary depending on the category of the golfer, military rank or Civilian status. Guests are always welcome.

“I look forward to sharing my love ofthe life-long game of golf with all of our newplayers,” declares Normand.

A Ladies Day is in the plans forspring, which will include a morning lesson,time on the driving range, clinics and refreshments.

For more information about Cole Park GolfClub, call (270) 798-4906/1822.

By Melissa Schaffner