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NAVAL AIR WEAPONS STATION CHINA LAKE FLEET & FAMILY READINESS
October Is
Domestic Violence
Awareness Month...
Wear
Purple!
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Spooky
Walk,
Don’t Miss it!
Tree Lighting
& Winter
Wonderland
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Admiral’s
Open Golf
Tournament
Presented by
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Zombie Run
& Other
Halloween
Happenings
PAGE 4, 7 & 13
NAVY GATEWAY
INNS & SUITES...................... 2
DINING SERVICES................... 3
GOLF................................... 3
OUTDOOR RECREATION
& GEAR RENTAL . . .................. 4
NAVY COMMUNIT Y
RECREATION (NCR) ............. 4-5
AUTO SKILLS CENTER.............. 5
LIBERT Y............................... 6
BOWLING............................. 7
FLEET & FAMILY SUPPORT. . .. 8-11
HOUSING............................ 11
HUMAN RESOURCES . . ............. 11
SPORTS & FITNESS.. .......... 12-13
AQUATICS . . .......................... 13
CHILD & YOUTH PROGRAMS.... 14
Photo Credit: Philip Cash NCR
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CAPT RICHARD WILEY
Commanding Officer
CDR MARK HAAS
Executive Officer
CMDCM RANDY J. HUCKABA
NAWS Command Master Chief
ROBERT “GARY” FULHAM
Fleet & Family Readiness Director
We welcome all active duty and retired
military, reservists and DoD employees.
24,000 guest rooms worldwide.
Call 1-877-NAVY-BED (628-9233) or visit www.dodlodging.net
MWR ADMINISTRATION OFFICE
760-939-0882
Bldg 00021, Blandy Ave.
Mon-Non-Flex Fri 7:30 am-4:30 pm
Closed: Flex Fri
Holiday Closures: Oct 10, Nov 11,
Nov 24, Dec 26 and Jan 2
MAILING ADDRESS
Fleet & Family Readiness
1 Administration Circle Stop 1313
China Lake, CA 93555-6100
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Dining Services
Catering Office 760-939-8662 • Bldg
01384, Blandy Ave
Mon-Fri • 7:30 am-4:30 pm
Holiday Closures: Oct 10, Nov 11, Nov 24,
Dec 26 & Jan 2
Schedule that special event and let our
Catering Department do the work. We can
cater large or small events, our place or yours.
Check out our beautiful Golf Course Patio to
host your special event.
The Flying Bean
760-446-4242 • Bldg 18, Richmond Rd
Mon-Non Flex Fri • 5:30 am-4:30 pm
Flex Fri • 6-10 am
Holiday Closures: Oct 10, Nov 11, Nov 24,
Dec 26 & Jan 2
Barefoot Bar
760-939-3166 • Bldg 500
Located behind the China Lake Museum
Wed-Non Flex Fri • 4-7 pm
Holiday Closures: Nov 11 & Nov 24
If you would like to host a party at Barefoot
Bar/Lanai, call 760-939-8662 for information.
Mulligans 760-939-2002 • Bldg 02693,
Halsey St.
Located at the China Lake Golf Course
Daily: Mon-Sun • 6:30 am-5 pm
Starting Sat, Oct 15, hours of operation:
6:30 am-4 pm
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Holiday Closure: Christmas Day
Closes at 3 pm on Federal Holidays
Mulligans Grill offers great grill fare for
breakfast & lunch. Watch for our delicious
daily specials on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/NAWSCL.FFR/
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Seasonal drinks
are back! Come
in and enjoy your
favorite drink of
the season.
Admiral’s Open
Friday, October 7
7 am check-in, 8 am start • 4-Man Scramble
presented by
Ask About Our
Golf Promotions
We are currently running
incentive promotions on
any club purchases, bag
purchases, and membership
renewals. Stop in the golf
shop for more details.
Stay in the Know!
Call the Pro Shop at
760-939-2990 and give us
your email address and we
will send you all the latest
things happening at the
the China Lake Golf Course.
Bldg. 02693, Halsey St. • 760-939-2990
Open Sunrise-Sunset
A great test of golf with 4 sets of tees to
fit all golf levels. Work on your game on
the driving range or short game practice
areas. Yearly or monthly memberships
are available. Military pricing. Finish off
your game with a cold beverage and the
best fast food on base at Mulligans Grill.
Twilight Special - 2 pm & 3 pm DAILY
Greens fees and cart fees drop for the
day 2 pm Mon-Thu and 3 pm Fri-Sun.
Free Active Duty Golf Clinics
•
Short Game Clinic - 2nd Thu of every
month, 12:30-1:30 pm
• Full Swing Clinic - 4th Thu of every
month 12:30-1:30 pm
Call or sign up in the golf shop.
Thanksgiving Day Open Play
Thu, Nov 24 - 8 am shotgun start. Play golf
and be home in time for turkey!
Christmas Sale! Nov 25-Dec 24
Take advantage of 10%-30% off most
merchandise in the golf shop.
Range Discount Program - Stop
in the golf shop and get your refillable
e-range key for the driving range. The
more money you add to your key the
bigger the discount you receive.
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Mirror Lake
COMMUNITY
RECREATION CENTER
Information & Tickets
Bldg. 02733 • 760-939-3006
Mon-Fri • 9 am-5:30 pm
Sat • 9 am-2 pm / Sun Closed
Holiday Closures: Oct 10, Nov 11, Nov
24, Dec 25, Jan 1, Jan 16
Event Day Closures: Oct 28, Dec 2
Holiday Hours:
Dec 24 • 9 am-1 pm
Dec 31 • 9 am-2 pm
Community Recreation offers a way to
make the most out of your time at China
Lake. We provide access to tickets to
local and national attractions. Also,
Community Recreation is the hub for
customers to obtain information which
may include informational brochures and
flyers, price lists for discounted tickets,
maps/locations and more.
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The Mirror Lake Community Recreation
Center houses:
• Auto Skills
• Information & Tickets
• Outdoor Recreation
• Gear Rental
• MWR Stables
• Navy Getaways Sierra Vista RV Park
Reservations
• China Lake RV & Vehicle Storage
• Climbing Wall
Recreation Programming
Community Recreation staff provides
community programming and leisure skills
development activities, programs and
classes to all MWR patrons.
Land Sailing
Weather permitting, call
for details. Learn the
principles of sailing
without the risk of
drowning! Join us as
we learn the basics and
fly across the desert at
speeds approaching
35 knots. $5 (FREE with
Community Recreation Card)
Gear Rental
760-939-3006
Mon-Fri • 9 am-5:30 pm / Sat • 9 am-2 pm
Community Recreation offers outdoor gear
for personal use for individuals and families:
• Camper trailers
• Camping gear
• Inflatable
• Tow BBQs
• Party supplies
Climbing Wall
•
Tue & Thu
4-5 pm by appointment - Belay Certified
Lesson
• Tue & Thu 5-7 pm - Open Climbing (top
rope)
• Sat 10 am-1 pm & Fri 10 am-5 pm Open Climbing (bouldering)
All sessions are $2 Military/$3 Community
(FREE with Community Recreation Card)
Presented by
Start Saving!
Community
Recreation Card
Card Perks:
• Monthly Specials
• Discounted Clinics / Event
Discounts
• 25% discount for rock
climbing parties
• FREE climbing on the rock
wall during open hours
• FREE Full Moon B Mt
Hikes / NAWSCL Land
Sailing / belay training
• FREE bike rental Tue/Wed/
Thu, 10 am-2 pm
Military • E6 & below:
Individual........................... $20
Family (up to 6)................. $50
All others:
Individual........................... $60
Family (up to 6)............... $150
Spooky Walk
Fri, Oct 28 • 6 pm • FREE
Come in costume & join Navy Community Recreation on the Friday
before Halloween for our annual Spooky Walk event. The Trick-oTreat trail through officer’s housing begins on Essex Circle drive
next to Oasis pool parking lot (event parking will be available behind
Nex Auto Port/Subway). Enjoy a spooky evening full of free haunted
festivities, concluding with our 2nd annual Trunk or Treat.
Trunk or Treat Vehicle
Display at the Spooky Walk Fri, Oct 28 • 6 pm
Park & decorate your vehicle to take part in Navy Community
Recreation’s Spooky Walk. Candy & treats to hand out will be
provided. Vehicle space limited. Contact Mirror Lake Community
Recreation Center for pre-registration.
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B-Mountain Full Moon Hikes
• Fri, Oct 14 • 5:30 pm • Sign up by 10/13
• Sat, Nov 12 • 4 pm• Sign up by 11/11
• Mon, Dec 12 • 4 pm • Sign up by 12/11
Join MWR on a family-friendly moonlight hike up B-Mountain.
Stand at the top and witness the breathtaking scene below. Cost
includes hiking poles (optional), hiking guide, and transportation.
$5 (FREE with Community Recreation Card)
Response-Ability
• Wed, Oct 19 • 6-7 pm
• Wed, Oct 26 • 6-7 pm
• Wed, Nov 2 • 6-7 pm
Enhance your personal safety and confidence as you learn to
recognize and respond to threatening situations in this 3-part
course. Progressive lessons include practical application and
skill drills so they become a natural response. Both course
instructors hold fourth degree black belts and have 25 years’
experience. Classes held in the Sports & Fitness Center martial
arts room. Open to ages 16+. For information, call 760-9393006.
$5 (FREE with Community Recreation Card) • Ages: 16+
Uncorked Monet
Thu, Nov 10 • 6-8 pm
Must be 21+
Sign up to unwind, enjoy a
relaxing beverage, and be
guided through the creation
of an amazing piece of art.
Then, take home your own
masterpiece from Navy
Community Recreation’s Uncorked Monet class at Mirror Lake
Community Recreation Center. Session includes: instruction
by a local artist, painting materials, & light refreshments.
Beverages will be available for purchase. For more
information, call 760-939-3006.
$40 per person ($30 with Community Recreation Card)
Make Memories...
Winter Wonderland & Holiday Tree Lighting
Presented by Fri, Dec 2 • 5 pm • FREE
Navy Community Recreation is hosting our annual
Winter Wonderland tree lighting celebration. Come
out and enjoy free, family-friendly festivities such as
a skating rink, bounce houses, games, crafts and
more. Food will be available for purchase and Santa Claus will
be there, so bring your camera! Questions? For details, call 760939-3006.
Maintaining Your Vehicle Sat, Dec 10 • Free •10 am
Interested in learning how to maintain your vehicle? Join us at
the Community Recreation Center where you can learn “hands
on” how to check air pressure in tires, check and change oil,
replace wiper blades, check coolant and other engine fluids. For
details, call 760-939-3006.
Wreath Making Thu, Dec 15 • 4 pm
Would you like to create your own beautiful
holiday wreath to celebrate the season? Bring
your creativity to Navy Community Recreation’s
wreath making class and bring home a festive
holiday decoration. All supplies & light refreshments
provided. Space is limited, call 760-939-3006.
$25 ($20 with Community Recreation Card)
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Auto Skills
760-939-2346
Mirror Lake Community Recreation Center, Bldg 02733
Fri & Sat • 9 am-6 pm / Tue-Thu by appointment only
Sun & Mon Closed
Holiday/Event Day Closures:
Oct 11, Nov 11, Oct 28, Nov 24, Dec 2, Dec 27, Jan 3, Jan 17
Holiday Hours:
Christmas Eve • 9 am-1 pm / New Year’s Eve • 9 am-2 pm
Monthly Specials
•
•
•
that are
Unforgettable!
October - Engine Analyzer: 50% off Military/25% off All
Others
November - Battery/Electrical System Tester: 50% off
Military/25% off All Others
December - Tire machine: 50% off Military/25% off All Others
Sign up for a Community Rec Activity today!
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Liberty Program
760-939-4FUN (4386)
Bldg. 00017, Blandy Ave.
Sun • 12-7 pm / Mon-Thu • 12-9 pm
Fri-Sat • 12-11 pm
Holidays: Open regular business hours
The Liberty Rec Stop is open to ALL
HANDS, 18 and older. All hands are
welcome on Liberty trips! Pick up liberty
calendar for daily tournament and
competitions.
Sports Sundays Every Sun • ALL DAY
Catch the Sunday games with Liberty –
football, hockey, baseball, basketball, golf
and more. Snack food available for purchase.
50¢ Monday/Thursday
Night Munchies Every Mon • 6 pm
Join The Rec Stop for Monday and Thursday
night munchies. Watch your favorite sports
team battle it out on the BIG SCREEN as you
snack on wings, empanadas, and eggrolls.
50¢ wings/empanadas/eggrolls
Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup
• Sat, Oct 1 • 1 pm
• Sat, Nov 12 • 1 pm
• Sat, Dec 10 • 1 pm
Come help Liberty as we clean up our
highway. And after we are finished join us on
an exciting trip to our local museum or for
lunch at Denny’s. Patrons are responsible for
their own meal. $5 Museum Fee
Town Hall Meetings
• Thu, Oct 6 • 6 pm • FREE Popcorn
• Thu, Nov 17 • 6 pm • FREE Popcorn
• Thu Dec 15 • 6 pm • FREE Popcorn
Your opinion matters! Help The Rec Stop Staff
make your stay at China Lake more pleasant
and enjoyable.
Liberty Trips
Liberty trips are open to all hands. For all
Liberty trips, sign up and pay at the Rec
Stop Liberty Center.
Vegas Overnight Trip
Sat, Oct 8 • 9 am
Sign up and pay at The Liberty Center
before 5 pm on 9/25. Departs from the
Liberty Center at 9 am sharp. Cost includes
transportation ONLY. Patron responsible for
own entertainment.
E1-E6 $10 / All Others $40
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Movie Premiere Nights
Liberty Thanksgiving Dinner
• Fri, Oct 7 & 21 • 6 pm
• Fri, Nov 11 & 18 • 6 pm
• Fri, Dec 16 • 6 pm
• Thu, Dec 22 • 6 pm
That’s right; we have movies that haven’t hit
Red Box yet. Enjoy the movie while munching
on delicious homemade popcorn or have
Breakfast for Dinner. $1.50 soda and popcorn &
breakfast / Active Duty $2 / All Others $4
Thu, Nov 24 • 3 pm
Turkey and all the trimmings,
while supplies last.
Active Duty FREE
All Others $8
Holiday Dinners
Presented by
Liberty
Christmas Dinner
Sun, Dec 25 • 3 pm
Christmas Dinner and all the
trimmings, while supplies last.
Active Duty FREE / All Others $8
Xtreme Bowling
• Fri, Oct 14 • 6 pm
• Fri, Nov 4 • 6 pm
• Fri, Dec 9 • 6 pm
Compete against the Liberty staff at
Hall Memorial Lanes during our neon
extravaganza of games, fun, and food. Pick
your favorite neon ball and dance your way to
the foul line with body-moving music and an
array of colorful lights. Cost includes bowling
shoes and three hours of bowling. Active duty
service members…be sure to ask about our
bowling voucher for discounts.
Liberty’s New Year’s Eve
Bowling Party
Sat, Dec 31• 9 pm-12:30 am
FREE Bowling for Active Duty at Hall
Memorial Lanes.
FFSC...here to
Thu, Oct 6 • 3 pm
Dating Safety:
Building Healthy Relationships
Tue, Nov 1 • 3 pm
Planning for
the Holidays:
Support you!
The Fleet and Family Support
Center is hosting classes at
The Rec Stop Liberty Center:
Knott’s Scary Farm Trip
Sat, Oct 15 • 4 pm
Sign up and pay at The Liberty Center
before 5 pm on 10/13. Departs from the
Liberty Center at 4 pm sharp. Cost includes
transportation and ticket into the park.
Must be 15 or older to enter the park.
E1-E6 $50 / E7 & Above $55 / All Others $60
Resources and support for
individuals and families
NAF EL CENTRO
Last Minute Shopping
in Palmdale
Sat, Dec 17 • 9 am
Sign up and pay at The Liberty Center
before 5 pm on 12/15. Departs from the
Liberty Center at 9 am sharp. Cost includes
transportation ONLY.
E1-E6 $10 / All Others $25
Black Friday Lancaster Trip
Fri, Nov 25 • 4 am
Sign up and pay at The Liberty Center
before 5 pm on 11/23. Departs from the
Liberty Center at 4 pm sharp. Cost includes
transportation ONLY.
E1-E6 $10 / All Others $25
NAF EL CENTRO
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Hall Memorial Lanes &
Strike Zone Grill
Bldg. 01092
760-939-3471
Closed Mon & Holidays
Open Bowling Hours:
Sun • 11 am-3 pm
Tue-Thu • 11-5 pm
Fri-Sat • 12-7 pm
League Hours: Sun • 3-6:30 pm / Tue-Thu • 5-8:30 pm
Xtreme Bowling Hours: Fri-Sat • 7-10:30 pm
Holiday Closures: Nov 11, Nov 24, Dec 24, Dec 25, Jan 1
Strike Zone Grill is open for all during leagues and open
bowling hours, until 30 minutes prior to closing. Don’t forget we
are the only place on base to get a good meal after hours.
Birthday & Group Parties
Make it a fun time at Hall Memorial Lanes. For info call 760-9393471.
Sunday Family Day Special Sun • 11 am-3 pm
Every Sunday come and bowl during open bowling hours and
take advantage of our family special. Price includes your choice
of a hamburger or hot dog, bag of chips, small drink, two games
of bowling and shoes. $40 family of 4 / $9.50 for each additional
person
Dollar Tuesdays Tue • 11 am-5 pm
$1 per game (shoes not included)
Buy One, Get One Wednesdays
Wed • 11 am-5 pm
Buy One, Get One, Buy Two, Get Two, or Buy Three Games and
Get Three Games for FREE (shoes not included)
Xtreme Bowling
Fri & Sat • 7-10:30 pm
Grab your family and friends for some excitement and great food
while bowling to disco lights, black lights and popular music.
Every Fri & Sat, pick out your favorite neon ball and move your
way to the foul line. $10 AD / $5 Military Children / $15 All Others /
$7.50 non-military children (25% off with Community Recreation Card
on Fri except DJ nights)
Costume DJ Xtreme Bowling Night
Fri, Oct 14 • 7-10:30 pm
Grab your family and friends for some excitement and great
food while bowling under black lights to the tunes of a DJ. Come
dressed in your favorite costume and receive a voucher for a
free game of bowling. For more details, please call.
$10 AD / $5 Military Children
$15 All Others / $7.50 non-military children
DJ Xtreme Bowling Night
• Fri, Nov 4 • 7-10:30 pm
• Fri, Dec 9 • 7-10:30 pm
Grab your family and friends for some excitement and great food
while bowling under black lights to the tunes of a DJ. During
this event you will have a chance to win yourself a free night of
bowling. For more details, please call 760-939-3471.
$10 AD / $5 Military Children / $15 All Others
$7.50 non-military children
Turkey Shoot
HAPPENINGS AT CHINA LAKE:
Costume DJ Xtreme Bowling
Fri, Oct 14 • 7-10:30 pm
China Lake Zombie Run
Sat, Oct 15 • 6-7 pm
SEE PAGE 13
Spooky Walk/ Trunk or Treat
Fri, Oct 28 • 6 pm
SEE PAGE 4
Presented by
Nov 8-16 • 11 am-5 pm
GOBBLE! GOBBLE! GOBBLE! Bowl a strike in the 3rd, 6th or 9th
frame and win a FREE turkey. During open bowling, active duty
get 3 free games and shoes, however, if you get a strike to win
a turkey, you pay $2 for that game. Limit one turkey per person.
Active Duty Only.
Roll N Grow Bowling Clinic 101
Dec 16 • 3-4 pm / Dec 20-29 • 1-2 pm Sign up by 12/15
Covers the fundamentals of bowling so your child
or teen will be on the path to bowl a perfect
game. First day orientation will be on Fri, Dec 16
and Bowling Clinic will be on Dec 20, 21, 22, 27,
28, and 29. Cost includes lane time, instructor, a
bowling ball with custom drilling, and a ball carrier.
Transportation is available from our SAC program
for children that are current patrons of SAC.
Active Duty $90 / DoD $150 / Community $180
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760-939-4545
24-hour
appointment
scheduling:
1-866-923-6478
• Bldg. 02308,
• Grief & loss
• Communication and conflict resolution
• Parenting skills
• Anger management
• Other personal issues
Blandy Ave.
Mon-Fri • 7 am-5 pm
Non-Flex Fri • 7 am-4 pm
Closed Flex-Fri & Weekends
Call us at 760-939-8319 for more
information or 866-923-6478 to schedule
an appointment.
Holiday Closures: Oct 10, Nov 11,
Nov 24, Dec 26 & Jan 2
Assistance is available to prevent or
respond to instances of domestic violence
or child abuse. If you or someone you
know needs assistance, speak with a
victim advocate today at 760-939-3743
or 760-218-9031; Melissa Bowen to learn
about your rights and available resources.
The Fleet and Family Support Center
is open to Active Duty, Retired, and
Reservist Military and their dependents.
Fleet & Family Support Center classes
and programs are always free of charge.
Childcare may be available upon advance
request through the CDC for Active Duty
families only.
Language Services
The Fleet & Family Support Center is
Family Advocacy Program
Relocation & Deployment Readiness
Program (RAP/DAP) 760-939-4545
The RAP program can provide you with
world-wide Relocation Information,
Transferring Workshops, Sponsor
Coordinator & Sponsorship Training,
Relocation Lending Locker Support,
Command & Base Indoctrination Briefs, &
Welcome Aboard Packages/Information,
as well as a wide range of local community
resources. We also provide New Spouse
Workshops and skills for coping with the
stresses associated with Deployments and
TADs through Deployment Readiness Briefs,
workshops, with 1:1 & Couples Counseling.
StressLESS PCS
Tue, Oct 4 • 9-11 am, • FFSC Room N
staffed and capable of providing services
in multiple languages upon request. We
currently have staff fluent in English,
Vietnamese & Cantonese; intermediate in
Spanish & novice in Mandarin. Additional
languages are available through telephone
translation services by MilitaryOneSource.
Counseling, Advocacy, & Prevention
(CAP) Program 760-939-4545
Non-Medical Counseling
Services 760-939-8319
FFSC provides individual, child, couple
and family counseling that is private and
confidential. Counselors are available to
help you feel more equipped to deal with
such issues as:
• Adjusting to military life
• Relationship challenges: Divorce,
Blended family, Infidelity, Deployment
reintegration, New marriage and family
Base INDOC
• Oct 17-20 • 8 am-4:30 pm, FFSC Room D
• Nov 28-Dec 1 • 8 am-4:30 pm, FFSC Room D
4-day class (Spouses welcome, day 1)
Sponsorship Training
•
•
Tue, Oct 25 • 9:30-11 am, FFSC Room N
Tue, Dec 6 • 9:30-11 am, FFSC Room N
Volunteer Programming Support
FFSC is always looking
for volunteer support
during office hours.
Great work experience
and exposure for military
spouses and active duty
alike! Opportunities are available for
volunteering at FFSC, after hour events or
during an emergency. You will receive free
training to help your family and community
during disasters. All with base access may
volunteer. Call 760-939-4545 for a listing of
our local & area volunteering opportunities!
Personal Financial Management (PFM)
760-939-1018
Individual and Couple
Consultations & Financial
Counseling - We can help you make
decisions that make the most of your
financial resources.
Developing Your Spending Plan
Tue, Oct 4 • 1-2 pm • FFSC, Room D
Get control of your financial affairs,
develop your financial goals & a budget.
Home Buying Workshop
Thu, Oct 20 • 1-2 pm • FFSC, Room D
Get the latest information on purchasing
a home if you are a first-time homebuyer,
or refresh your skills for your next home
purchase!
Master Your Credit and Defeat
Your Debt!
Tue, Nov 1 • 1-2 pm • FFSC, Room D
Learn to build credit, reduce debt, and
maximize your credit score.
Be A Savvy Consumer!
Tue, Nov 15 • 1-2 pm • FFSC, Room D
Fraud is on the rise and YOU could
become the next victim of consumer fraud
or identity theft.
New Spouse Orientation
Financial Planning for
Your Retirement
Emergency Preparedness & Navy Family
Accountability & Assessment System (NFAAS)
Car Buying Strategies
Tue, Nov 1 • FFSC Room N/Liberty
Call 760-939-4545 for information about
local emergency services programs and
how you and your family can become more
prepared in the event of an emergency!
Tue, Dec 13 • 1-2 pm • FFSC, Room D
Estimate your military retirement needs
and learn more about retirement options,
including the High-3 and CSB/Redux.
Tue, Dec 20 • 1-2 pm • FFSC, Room D
Develop the knowledge and skills that will
empower you to research the purchase.
CFS Awareness Forum
Wed, Nov 16 • 10 am • FFSC, Room T
Command Financial Specialists meet
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October Is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Sexual Assault Response Prevention
Eliminate Sexual Assault. Know Your
Part. Do Your Part.
If you or someone you know has
been sexually assaulted, call one of
the numbers below for confidential
support and services. To maintain
a restricted reporting option, ONLY
contact the numbers below. Help is
available.
Domestic Defense Workshop - Sat, Oct 15 • 9 am-Noon • Sports & Fitness Center • ages 15+
and share ideas about their respective
programs. Guest speakers provide up-todate information on financial issues.
Other On-Demand PFM Workshops are
available upon request:
• Banking and Financial Services
• Credit Management
• Family Financial Planning
• Financial Planning for Deployment
• Gambling Awareness
• How to Survive the Holidays
Financially
• Military Pay Issues
• Paying for College
• Survivor Benefit Plan
• Your Insurance Needs
Exceptional Family Member Program
760-939-1018
Branch Health Clinic - 760-939-8000, ext. 1
When family members have special needs
due to medical issues, we can help provide
information & referrals, and also provide
assistance and guidance through the
application process.
EFMP Overview training
Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 13 • 10-11 am • FFSC, Room D
Ombudsman Support
760-939-1018
An Ombudsman is an
official representative of
the Commanding Officer
and plays a vital role in
establishing and maintaining
current and accurate
communication between the command and
its family members. Call today for more
information about WHO your ombudsman is
& WHAT they can do for you!
Ombudsman Basic Training
Oct 17-19 • 8-4 pm FFSC, Room D
An introduction to the aspects of the Navy
Family Ombudsman Program.
IA Spouse Support Group
FFSC, Room D • 1-2 pm
• Wed, Oct 26
• Wed, Nov 30
• Wed, Dec 14
Meet to share challenges, joys and
success strategies. Call to RSVP.
Transition Assistance
Management Program 760-939-4543
TGPS Class
Oct 24-28, Dec 5-9 • FFSC Room G
The Transition Goals Plan Success (TGPS)
is a five-day seminar designed to help
separating/retiring service members and
their spouses to successfully transition
into civilian life. Spouses encouraged
to attend. *Completion of pre-separation
counseling is a TGPS class requirement. For
information on completing this counseling,
contact 760-939-3371.
TGPS Entrepreneurship
2-Day Track
Tue-Wed, Nov 8-9 • FFSC Room G
Learn about business ownership
opportunities. Work on creating a business
plan with a Small Business Administration
representative. Open to active duty, military
dependents and retirees.
TGPS Technical 2-Day Track
Tue-Wed, Nov 15-16 • FFSC Room G
Learn about technical training
opportunities and how to use your GI Bill
benefits in this class taught by the VA.
Open to active duty, military dependents
and retirees.
TGPS Education 2-Day Track
Tue-Wed, Nov 29-30 • FFSC Room G
Learn about college selection, choosing
a major, developing an educational plan,
financial aid, scholarships, VA education
benefits and transferring. Open to active
duty, military dependents and retirees.
There are two types of
reporting options for
active duty members and
their adult dependents
(18 years or older), who
have been sexually assaulted.
Please contact the uniformed victim
advocate in your command, civilian
victim advocate, or installation SARC
to find out more about the reporting
options.
DoD Safe Helpline: 877-995-5247
24/7 Uniformed Victim Advocate Duty
Cell: 760-608-7745
Civilian Victim Advocate,
Melissa Bowen (FFSC Room Q):
760-218-9031
Installation SARC,
Jennifer Phillips (FFSC Room R):
760-939-8607/760-382-4008
SAPR Victim Advocate
and Command trainings available,
contact SARC for information.
The Navy Gold Star
Program provides long
term support to Families
of
Fallen
Service
Members, regardless of
cause of death or branch
of service. Navy Gold Star
liaisons serve as advocates for surviving
family members providing information
about benefits and resources. To learn
more contact us at 760-939-3743.
Other workshops include
• VA Education Benefits Brief
• Setting Post Military Career Goals
Family Employment Readiness
Program (FERP) 760-939-4553
Employment Readiness
Individual Consultations
Every Thu • 10 am-12 pm • Employment
Development Department • FFSC Room H
Mock interviews, resumé advice, goal
setting, job leads, and accomplishment
writing.
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your resumé. These tips will help you give
the right impression to hiring managers so
you can land the job you want.
Acing the Interview
Tue, Nov 1 • 1-2 pm • FFSC, Room G
Ace your next interview with the
preparation tips you will get in this
workshop! Learn how to prepare and
present your accomplishments in the best
possible way.
Navigating Federal Employment
Oct 5, Nov 9, Dec 7 • 10 am-12 pm
FFSC, Room G - This 2-hour workshop takes
you on journey through the federal hiring
process including finding a position,
networking, creating a federal resumé,
applying online, interviewing, and following
up. Call to RSVP.
Spouse Job Club
Oct 6, Nov 9 & Dec 7 • 10 am-Noon
FFSC Room G - Come learn and network
with other military spouses in a relaxed
and fun atmosphere. Call to RSVP.
Tailoring a Resumé from
Start to Finish
Wed, Sep 21 • 1-2 pm • FFSC, Room G
Become a self-marketing pro by learning
some easy ways to structure and tailor
How to Create a Resumé for MWR
Tue, Oct 25 • 1-2 pm • FFSC, Room G
Would you like to work in a fun atmosphere
on base? This workshop will give you the
secrets to creating a resumé that will get
you noticed by MWR hiring managers. You
may even find that you are eligible for a
hiring preference!
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Housing
760-939-4450 • Bldg. 01395, Hussey Rd.
Mon-Fri • 7 am-4 pm
Holiday Closures: Oct 10, Nov 11,
Nov 24, Dec 26 & Jan 2
The Housing Office is the starting point
for military housing on base. The Housing
Office assists with both the bachelor and
family housing process. Family housing
applicants are qualified by our office and
referred to our housing partner, Lincoln
Military Housing, for placement. We assign
unaccompanied personnel to rooms and
provide assistance in locating numerous
properties off base. We are looking
forward to helping you and your family
with your transition to NAWS China Lake.
Human Resources
760-939-0882 • Bldg. 00021, Blandy Ave.
Mon-Non-Flex Fri • 7:30 am-4:30 pm
Closed Flex Fri
Holiday Closures: Oct 10, Nov 11,
Nov 24, Dec 26 & Jan 2
Please visit us at http://navylifesw.com/
chinalake/about/jobs/ for applications.
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purchase a Fit Pass which offers savings
on monthly or six-month daily fees. See
reception for details.
Sports & Fitness Center
760-939-2334 • Bldg. 00022, Blandy Ave.
Mon-Thu • 4:30 am-8 pm
Non-Flex Fri • 4:30 am-8 pm
Flex Fri • 4:30 am-5:30 pm
Sat, Sun and Holidays • 8 am-5 pm
Fitness Annex
760-939-0756 • Bldg. 00019, Blandy Ave
Mon-Thu • 4:30 am-8 pm
Non-Flex Fri • 4:30 am-8 pm
Flex Fri • 4:30 am-5:30 pm
Sat, Sun and Holidays Closed
The Sports & Fitness Center and Fitness
Annex are free to the following patrons
and their dependents: Active Duty,
Retirees and Reserved Military. DoD
employees are also free.
Fitness Classes
DoD family members, government
contractors, and accompanied guests
of any of the above categories pay a $3
daily fee. IDs required at sign in. DoD
family members, age 16 and above, and
government contractors are eligible to
The Sports & Fitness Center and Fitness
Annex offer a full range of free weights,
plate-loaded racks, smith machines,
cable-motion, selectorized equipment,
accessories and PRT-compliant cardio
conditioning equipment.
The Sports &
Fitness Center
also offers
one full-size
basketball court,
two racquetball
courts, two
stretch areas
and a martial arts training room. Male
and female locker rooms and daily-use
or rental lockers are available, as well
as mini-lockers in the Reception area,
for those who travel light, to store keys,
wallets, IDs etc.
The Aerobic Room offers an ideal
environment for group exercise classes;
and Schoeffel Field is a multi-purpose
sports field. Both are adjacent to the
Sports & Fitness Center.
An outdoor Functional Fitness “Fit Box”
area is available adjacent to the Sports &
Fitness Center with a full range of training
equipment. Open 5-7 am, 11 am-1 pm
and 5-7 pm, weather permitting.
Fitness Events & Sports Programs
Pacific Crest Trail (PCT)
Challenge All day, everyday • FREE
Sign up at the Sports & Fitness Center or
Fitness Annex. Miles must be clocked in
our fitness facilities or fields. How far can
you go? The year-long event continues,
following the 2,663 mile trail up the
California coast. Log every mile you walk,
run, cycle, swim and row at a fitness
center. It’s never too late to join.
PCT Challenge at Walker Pass
Sat, Nov 5 • 8 am-2 pm • Sign up by 11/1
Travel with MWR to Walker Pass, a scenic
point of the Pacific Crest Trail close
to NAWS China Lake. Walk the pass,
enjoying the amazing fall scenery from
the look-outs. Transportation provided.
Seating limited to 24 patrons. Registration
will close when capacity is reached. Bring
a light, packed lunch, appropriate walking
shoes and attire. No pets.
Dodgeball Tournament
begins Mon, Nov 14 • Sign up by 11/7.
30+ 3v3 Basketball Tournament
begins Mon, Nov 28 • Sign up by 11/21.
Open 3v3 Basketball Tournament
begins Mon, Nov 28 • Sign up by 11/ 21.
There are currently a variety of classes
Mon-Thu. We encourage you to pick up
the latest schedule.
Zumba: 60-minute Latin dance fitness
Group Strength: 60-minute class
Active Duty
using weights and/or body weight training
HIIT Cycling: 30 minutes of high
intensity interval training
PiYo: A pilates/yoga combination
offering 30 minutes of challenging and
effective core training.
Interval Cycling : 45-minute cycling
class of cardio, strength, interval and
power training for all levels of fitness
PowerFlex: 60-minute programmed,
full-body free-weight workout set to music
class
FEP: Fitness Enhancement Program for
Mission Nutrition:
A science-based 2-day nutritional course
which enhances the fueling portion of
the Navy Operational Fitness & Fueling
Series (NOFFS). The course is held every
month and is FREE to all. Active Duty has
priority. Email [email protected]
to enroll.
B-Mountain Day Hikes with the
Sports & Fitness Center, every Tue and
Thu morning at 6:30 am. Starting Nov 1,
the hikes move to 11 am. Sign in at the
Fitness Center and enjoy the view.
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Singles & Doubles
Racquetball Tournament
Sign up by
10/12!
begins Mon, Dec 5 • Sign up by 11/28.
2v2 Wallyball Tournament
begins Tue, Dec 6 • Sign up by 11/28.
Coming Soon...
Polar Plunge Challenge
Sat, Jan 7 • 9-11 am • Sign up by 12/15.
A return of the popular event where
contestants vie for the coveted Ice
Trophy! Run the gauntlet of fitness
challenges including the Boot Camp
obstacle course, and be the fastest to the
finish with the dunk tank plunge. Open to
all eligible MWR patrons. All contestants
receive a Polar Plunge Challenge
sweatshirt. AD FREE / All Others $10
Co-Ed Volleyball
Tournament
Sat, Oct 15 • 6-7 pm
Try to outrun the zombies around the China Lake Golf Course.
Each runner will have a flag belt with 3 flags. Run through all the
Zombie Zones as they materialize and try to take your flags. Can
you make it back alive with more than one flag? Sign up at the
Sports & Fitness Center. Costumes optional. Ages 10+. No pets.
begins Mon, Jan 9
Sign up by 1/2.
Women’s 4v4
Volleyball Tournament
begins Jan 10 • Sign up by 1/2.
All sign-ups are at the Sports & Fitness
Center reception. Watch for the full 2017
Sports Calendar which will include a
new, expanded variety of challenges, and
details of the 2017 Captains Cup.
Contact the Sports Specialist at 760939-0755 or 760-939-2334 for details and
further information on the Sports program.
All day, every day • Free • Must be completed in our facilities/fields
Round up your skills and fitness levels with these challenges
through the year. On the honor system, record your numbers
at Reception and track your progress.
Free to
all eligible
MWR
patrons
OCTOBER - Month of the “Fitness Class” (try them all)
NOVEMBER - Month of the “Plank” (using our progressive scale)
DECEMBER - Month of the “Treadmill” *
* Add these miles to your PCT Challenge!
Aquatics
The Indoor Pool in the Sports &
Fitness Center is closed for renovation,
with an anticipated opening in
November. The Oasis Outdoor Pool
is scheduled for both lap swim and
training until the Indoor Pool reopens,
with group aqua classes beginning in
January. Stay tuned for news of the
Grand Opening ceremony.
The Oasis Outdoor Pool is a
six-lane outdoor pool with water slide,
which will remain open for lap swim and
weekend open swim (while the weather is
warm) until the Indoor Pool reopens.
Contact the Sports & Fitness Center,
760-939-2334, or Fitness Annex, 760-9390756, for Oasis hours of operation.
A variety of 5K routes the third Thu of every month. No preregistration needed. Begin at the Sports & Fitness Center, 6:30 am
start. Don’t forget to add your numbers to your PCT Challenge miles!
Oct 20 • Nov 17 • Dec 15
For details, call the Sports & Fitness Center:
760-939-2334
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Are you interested in staying at home
with your own children while being
trained in early childhood education? We
may be able to help. Contact our office at
760-939-3171 and get started today!
Military and DoD civilian families
can search for child and youth
care options by going to www.
militarychildcare.com. Parents/
guardians can find comprehensive
information on childcare programs
worldwide, conduct a customized
search for the care you need,
and submit a request for care at
any time and from any location.
You can also log on to www.
militarychildcare.com to review
the status of your requests,
change information related to your
requests, and make cancellations.
All Child & Youth Programs are
open to Active Duty, DoD civilians
and Government Contractors.
NOTE: Effective Nov 7, CDC and
SAC hours will change to:
Mon-Non Flex Fri: 5 am-7 pm
Closed Flex Fri, Sat & Sun
Child Development Center
760-939-3171 • Bldg. 02688, Nimitz Ave.
Mon-Thu • 6 am-5:30
Non-Flex Fri • 6 am-5:30 pm
Closed Flex Fri
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are continuously seeking providers!
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All persons providing childcare in
their home for more than 10 hours a
week must be licensed, according to
OPNAVINST 1700.9e. We can help you
become a provider.
Militarychildcare.com
Now taking waiting lists for our part day
preschool program, 7:30-11:30 am - 2, 3
or 4 days a week. This program prepares
your child for their educational career.
Call 760-939-3171 for more information.
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School Age Care /
Movin’ On Up!
760-939-2909
Bldg. 00880, Inyokern Rd.
Mon-Thu • 6 am-6 pm
Non-Flex Fri • 6 am-6 pm
Closed Flex Fri
Movin’ On Up! is an accredited
program offering before and after
school care for dependent children of
military, DoD and contractors. Located
at Bldg 880, Inyokern Road, the MOU!
program offers fun and educational
programming for children in K-5th
grades. The program includes arts &
crafts, physical activities, field trips,
4H & Boys and Girls Club of America
programs.
Castle X Youth Center
760-939-TEEN (8336)
Bldg. 02480, Richmond Rd.
Mon-Fri • 2-6 pm / Closed Flex-Fri
Castle X Youth Center is a Boys and
Girls Club of America affiliate and 4H
program for students in middle and
high school. Registration is free and
required to participate in Castle X
activities. Parent orientation required.
Breakfast with Santa
Sat, Dec 3 • 9-11 am • Castle X
Enjoy breakfast, games and crafts;
and don’t miss your chance to take a
photo with Santa.
Military Free / All Others $5
Weekly Clubs
Child & Youth Programs
Home Program. CDH providers
are licensed and trained in child
development, first aid, food handling and
many other areas of training.
(All Clubs meet at 3:30 pm)
• Mon - Digital Arts
• Tue (flex weeks) - Keystone Club
• Tue (non-flex weeks) -Torch Club
• Wed - Fine Arts Club
• Thu - Gardening
• Fri - Climbing Club
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School Liaison Officer
760-939-7135
Navy School Liaison
Officer’s Provide Seven
Core Services to Assist
Families:
• School Transition Services/PCS
Cycle Assistance
• Deployment Support
• Command, School, and
Community Communications
• Home School Linkage and
Support
• Partnerships in Education
• Post-Secondary Preparations
• Special Needs System
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Friday, December 2 • 5 pm • Free!
Navy Community Recreation is hosting our annual
Winter Wonderland Tree Lighting Celebration. Come
out and enjoy free family friendly festivities such as a
skating rink, bounce houses, games, crafts, and
more. Food will be available for purchase.
Santa Claus will be there so bring your camera!
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