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Fall into Fun

Sun’s out. School’s done. Get ready for some summer fun!

Make it a summer to remember with Army MWR! Outside-types: look into the pools, camping, outdoor recreation, and travel options. We’ve got ways to escape the heat, too, like libraries, Esports, and bowling. Lots more options for everyone, whether you’re a single Soldier or a Family with kids.

The choices with MWR are endless!

Local events and info: 

Hintertux Day Ski Trip
December 17
Join the Wild B.O.A.R. as we head back to the Hintertux Gletscher in Austria for a day of skiing and snowboarding! Once we arrive we’ll click into our skis and snowboards and spend the day on the slopes! Included in this trip is bus transportation, lift tickets and Wild B.O.A.R. assistance onsite.**Register by day prior to trip departure ** $175 per adult (18+), $125 per teen (15-17), $59 children (14 & younger)

Upcoming Trips:              

  • Dresden: December 3
  • Nuremberg: December 4
  • Leipzig: December 10
  • Bamberg: December 11
  • Munich: December 17

Scrapbooking
November 29, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Rose Barracks Library, B227
Visit the library and work on your scrapbooking! Have fun and be creative while crafting to document memories, mementos and channel your inner artist. Bring your own scrapbook or notebook. Craft supplies provided, limited supplies are available. Free to participate.

Six Days of Craftsmas
November 29 // December 1, 6, 8, 13 and 15
Kick start the holiday cheer with six days of craftsmas! Sign-up for one or all, crafts include gnomes, stockings, reindeer and more! 3:30 - 5 p.m., $10 per session. Registration required one week prior to session. Open to children from kindergarten - grade 8.

Community Climbing Meetup
December 1, 4 - 9 p.m.
Are you looking for a belayer, spotter or a buddy to go explore the crags of Europe with? Come to the Wild B.O.A.R. for a free night of climbing and to meet the community members that are also into climbing.

  • Day passes are waived for this night of climbing.
  • Rental prices are not waived.
  • $10 & $5 entry fees are waived.
  • Equipment rental fees still apply. ($5 shoes/$5 harness)


IMCOM Europe/USAG Bavaria Powerlifting Championship
December 10, 10 a.m., Tower Barracks Field House, B547, free to participate, register by December 2

The IMCOM Europe/USAG Bavaria Powerlifting Championship consist of three lifts: squat, bench and deadlift in men's and women's categories and in multiple weight classes. U.S. ID Cardholders 18+ authorized to attend to compete.

  • Equipment check: 7:30 a.m.
  • Weigh-ins: 8-9:30 a.m.
  • Lifter's safety brief: 9:30 a.m.
  • Event Start 10 a.m.

First and second place individual medals in each weight class/division.
First, second and third place Community Team Trophies
Best overall male and female lifter

Santa's Craft Workshop
December 10, 10 a.m. - 12 noon
Embrace your inner Christmas elf at Santa's workshop! Enjoy this self-paced craft experience! Participants can create up to six Christmas crafts. Projects include stocking, ornaments, winter gnomes and more! Open to ages 5-17. $30 for six crafts, $5 for single craft. All materials included.

Jingle Bell 5K Fun Run
December 17, 9 a.m., Little Mike Softball Field, B1108, Rose Barracks
Dress in your seasonal best and enjoy a fun run with family, friends and your community to celebrate the holidays! Open to Active Duty Soldiers, Civilians, Family Members, U.S. Contractors eligible to use MWR facilities and members of NATO Forces assigned to Army Europe. Free to participate.

  • On-Site Registration: 7:30-8:30 a.m.
  • Runners Meeting: 8:45 a.m.
  • Start Time: 9 a.m.

Don't miss taking your photo with Santa after the run!
Pre-Registration: November 1 - December 14.
On-Site Registration: 7:30-8:30 a.m. at Little Mike Softball Field, B1108, Rose Barracks.

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