The document provides information about various community resources and programs available to service members and families at Fort Drum, including: - Upcoming orientations, volunteer opportunities, and blood drives with the American Red Cross. - Events celebrating the Army Community Service's 47th birthday including resilience activities and information about their programs. - Classes, presentations and support resources available through Army Emergency Relief, Army Family Team Building, Army Volunteer Corps, Employment Readiness Program, Exceptional Family Member Program, Family Advocacy Program, Financial Readiness Program, Military and Family Life Consultant, Mobilization and Deployment, Outreach Services Office and other organizations. Meeting times, locations, and contact information are provided.

1. CLIF NOTES FOR THE FORT DRUM COMMUNITY
July 2012
1. AMERICAN RED CROSS (ARC) LEANNE WEATHERFORD 772-6561
drum@redcross.org www.drum.army.mil/sites/tenants/arc/index.htm
New Volunteer Orientations: Will be held on 11 July and 1 August 2012 in the American Red Cross Office, RM
B1-35 in Clark Hall at 1300, please call to sign up or stop by our office. Key Volunteer Opportunity- Specifically
we are looking to fill our Station Chairman, Blood Drive Chairman and Youth Chairman leadership positions. If
interested in this volunteer position please call 772-6561. Blood Drive: Donors needed for our 23 July and our
2-3 August and 3rd Blood Drives at the USO-Please call our office to make an appointment. 772-6561 or go
online to http://www.redcrossblood.org/donating-blood. Get to Know Us: Do you know how to start an
emergency communication message for your loved one? To find out these answers and more, call the
American Red Cross office to request a "Get to Know Us" brief for your next FRG meeting! Visit us on
Facebook: American Red Cross Fort Drum!
2. ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) CATHERINE FERRAN 772-4979
Catherine.f.ferran@us.army.mil www.drummwr.com
Resilience Training: This year ACS will celebrate their 47th birthday on Friday 27 July from 1000 until 1400!
Come on by for cake and a day of resilience activities or just to wish us a happy birthday! While you're at it,
check out what new and interesting things ACS has to offer! Family Wellness Support Group Book Club: Last
Thursday of every month, 1000-1100, ACS. Group is currently reading, Karen Pavlicin’s, Life After Deployment.
Join any time!
2A. ARMY EMERGENCY RELIEF (AER) DIANE HUPKO 772-6560
diane.hupko@us.army.mil
Any unit/FRG looking for classes or more information is more than welcome to contact AER at 315-772-6560/2855
and they will be happy to accommodate their requests. A Spanish speaking AER slide presentation has been created
to ensure that all members of the community have access to the AER program information. Assistance is also
available with the help of a Spanish speaking translator.
2B. ARMY FAMILY TEAM BUILDING/ARMY FAMILY ACTION PLAN 772-6710
drum.mwraftb@conus.army.mil www.drum.army.mil/mwr
Call 772-6710/9229 to make reservations for Army Family Team Building (AFTB) classes: Summer Marathon is
16-20 July and Level I is 1-2 Aug. NO FREE CHILD CARE available at this time. The Summer Marathon is a
full week of learning and covers all three levels of AFTB training. Level I courses are the building blocks for new
spouses and Soldiers to help ease them into Army culture. It teaches Army basics to include acronyms, Chain of
Command and rank structure. *****AFAP UPDATED*****Remember AFAP issues can be submitted year round.
Look for the AFAP issue boxes throughout post and submit your suggestions today! The Army Family Action
Plan (AFAP) is a very rewarding process that allows all members of the Army team, active duty and retired,
Family members, and civilian employees the opportunity to voice concerns and raise issues to Fort Drum and
Army leadership. Please contact 772-6710 for more information.
2C. ARMY VOLUNTEER CORPS (AVC) KIM HILL 772-2899
kimberly.hill1@us.army.mil www.drum.army.mil/mwr
Volunteer Management Information Systems (VMIS) -- The Army has designed an online volunteer management
tracking system. If you are a volunteer, by AR 608-1, you MUST be registered with this system prior to
volunteering. VMIS 101: held the second Tuesday of each month from 0900-1000 in Rooms 140 & 150 of the
Education Center. The VMIS-101 orientation will guide you through the different sections necessary to help you
to properly register as a Fort Drum Volunteer and maintain your volunteer record. Whether it's registering online
or in-putting hours and updating your profile, this orientation will navigate you through the system with ease.
Volunteer of the Month Ceremony: August 23, 1030, the Commons. Please come out and show your thanks and
support to our wonderful Fort Drum volunteers.
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2. 2D. EMPLOYMENT READINESS PROGRAM (ERP) AMANDA THOMPSON 772-9611
amanda.e.thompson@us.army.mil
Employment 101 Workshop: 10 July, 0930-1130 and 19 July 1300-1500, ACS. Federal Employment Workshop:
26 July, 0930-1130, ACS. Resume Writing Workshop 15 July, 0930-1030, ACS. Employment Readiness will
also be hosting ―Your Career and Life Portfolio” development seminar 25 July, 0930-1130, ACS. Computer
Classes – Intro to PowerPoint: 26 July, 1300-1500, and Basic Excel for Jobseekers 31 July, 0930-1130, ACS.
Build Your Own Business 18 July, 0930-1130, ACS. RSVP - space is limited. To reserve your spot for any of
the above classes please contact the Employment Readiness Office. For assistance with employment issues
please call to make a one on one appointment. Employment Readiness can assist you with: employment
orientation, resume writing, cover letter writing, Federal Employment System, interviewing skills, and job
searches. Please call for more information or to make an appointment.
2E. EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM (EFMP) SHARON CHAPLE 772-5476
sharon.w.chaple@us.army.mil
EFMP is designed to assist Soldiers and Families with Family members that have special needs. These needs can be
for any Family member and may include educational, continuous medical, physical and/or mental disabilities. EFMP
Support Group: 2nd Tuesday of each month, 1130-1300. EFMP Autism Support Group: 2nd Friday of each month from
0900 – 1100. Respite Care: Please call EFMP for information on this program that provides Families support service
to all Family members enrolled in the program. EFMP Mountain Camp: 6-10 August, a week of various activities on
and off the post. Campers must be enrolled in EFMP and CYSS and be between the ages of 4-18. Buddies
(volunteers) and campers will enjoy a week of events and activities. Events will include: swimming, art and craft, white
water rafting, skating and other events.
2F. FAMILY ADVOCACY PROGRAM (FAP) MARTILA SEALS, ACTING FAPM 772-6929
Martila.j.seals@us.army.mil
For In Her Shoes, 13 July, 0900-1130, Couples Communication, 13 July 0900-1200, Stress Management, 3 July,
1330-1530, Anger Management, 10 July, 1330-1530, Middle Years, 11 & 25 July, 0900-1100, Baby Boot Camp,
11 July 0900– 1600, ScreamFree Parenting Train the Trainer, 10-11 July 0830-1630 at The Commons,
ScreamFree Parenting, 11 July, 1730-1930, ScreamFree Parenting 12 July, 0900-1030 at Adirondack Creek
Community Home. To register for Family Advocacy Program classes please contact Dani Reed at 772-4244 or
Nicole Bellinger at 772-5605. All classes are at ACS unless otherwise noted.
2G. FINANCIAL READINESS PROGRAM (FRP) KENT THOMPSON 772-0050
kent.thompson@us.army.mil
Did you know that a married E-4 makes enough money to be considered middle-class? If your standard of living
doesn’t feel like middle class, you would likely benefit from one of our financial seminars, classes, or confidential
counseling. Look for Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) on July 18, 0900-1130 in the ACS. Budget & Account
Management, 23 July, 0930-1200, is the foundation for building wealth and avoiding debt. As always, we have
the 1st Term Soldier Financial Readiness Training every Wednesday from 0830-1600 (except Independence
Day). You may attend the whole day or any part of the day as a walk-in. ALL spouses are welcome to any of
our training events or classes.
2H. MILITARY AND FAMILY LIFE CONSULTANT (MFLC) MFLC LEAD 212-6919
mflcftdrum@gmail.com
Military and Family Life Consultants (MFLC) offer problem solving, solution focused counseling to Service members,
civilians, Families, couples, and children. Consultants help military service members cope with normal responses to
stress resulting from Army life, deployment and reintegration. Among other topics, MFLCs address communication
skills, stress management, grief and loss, workplace stress, decision-making skills, and forming strong Families. They
answer their phones from 0800-2000 and offer same day appointments. MFLC conversations are off the record
except for the mandate to report and secure help for those in danger. No referral is needed, they meet after duty
hours, and it’s free. Walk in appoints are available at ACS Mon.-Fri. from 0800-1700.
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3. 2I. MOBILIZATION AND DEPLOYMENT (MOB/DEP) JENNIFER EICHNER 772-2848/0470
jennifer.e.eichner@us.army.mil
Please call to make reservations for classes and to reserve childcare for the following: FRG Leader Training: 9 July,
0900-1300, ACS. Informal Funds class: 9 July, 1400-1500 or 1700-1800, ACS. Key Caller Training: 12 July, 1000-
1130 or 1400-1530, ACS. Family Wellness Support Group – Book Club: 26 July, 10 – 11100, Rhicard Hills
Community Center. Key Caller Advanced: 30 July, 1300-1430, ACS.
2J. OUTREACH SERVICES OFFICE (OSO) SARAH LYNCH 772-5374
sarah.l.lynch@conus.army.mil
ACS Outreach focuses on three main areas to help Soldiers and Families develop a sense of self reliance as well as a
sense of belonging to the community. The focus areas include education, prevention, and direct services. Outreach
evaluates the unit’s needs, coordinates services and delivers ACS programming to Soldiers and Families. Information
Table: 13 and 30 July, 1130- 1330 at the Exchange Food Court
2K. RELOCATION READINESS PROGRAM (RELO) SCARLETT SHARKEY 772-6566
scarlett.sharkey@us.army.mil drum.mwracsrelo@conus.army.mil
DRUM Family Welcome Tour: 10, 17, 24, 31 July; leaves from Army Community Service Building (P-4330) at 0930
am and returns by 1400, children welcome. Reservations required by calling 772-6556/6557. Lending Closet:
borrow basic household and infant/toddler safety items, at no cost, for up to 30 days. Hearts Apart: 06 July, 0930 –
Noon at ACS. Join other Families separated due to deployment or unaccompanied tours. Call 772-5475/6902 to
RSVP. Citizen and Immigration Assistance: available for spouses and children of Active Duty Service Members, DoD
Civilians, and Retirees. Call 772-6553 to schedule an appointment. Overseas Orientation Brief: 19 July, 0930-1100 at
ACS. Mandatory Briefing for Soldiers PCS’ing to an overseas assignment. Spouses encouraged to attend. Take
charge of your move! Visit ―Plan My Move‖ on www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil.
2L. SOLDIER & FAMILY ASSISTANCE CENTER (SFAC) JOHN DIETRICH 772-2218
drum.mwr.sfac@conus.army.mil http://www.drummwr.com/SoldierandFamilyAssistanceCenter.htm
The Fort Drum SFAC provides priority non-medical services to Soldiers and Families assigned to the 3rd BN, 85th IN
Warrior Transition Unit, Soldiers, and Families enrolled in the Medical Evaluation Board, and Families who have a
Soldier being cared for at Walter Reed/Brook Army Medical Center or other Military Treatment Facilities that still live in
the Fort Drum area. The SFAC provides services on-site at the SFAC facility (Room B1-40 and B1-32, Clark Hall), bring
forward services on a part-time basis, or establish priority appointments on behalf of these Warriors and Families to
assist in this transitional time. The SFAC is sponsoring a weekly information discussion get together for all Soldiers
going through the Medical Evaluation Board. For more information, please call the SFAC at 772-7781.
2M. SURVIVOR OUTREACH SERVICES (SOS) THOMAS CLEGG 772-6357
http://www.drummwr.com/SurvivorOutreachServices.htm thomas.j.clegg@us.army.mil
The Fort Drum Survivor Outreach Services honors Soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice for the security of our
nation by supporting and caring for their survivors. The Army is committed to providing sustained support to surviving
Family members to ease their loss and help them through a very difficult time. The Fort Drum SOS Service area
encompasses the North Country through the Northern Adirondacks to the Vermont Border and has identified 160
surviving Family members to date. Efforts are ongoing to verify the contact information and outreach to these
Families. SOS facilitates support groups where Families and individuals can share feelings, concerns, thoughts,
resources, and information in a safe and understanding setting. Maintain personal contact with Survivor Families with
phone calls, cards, and mailings as well as other forms of electronic media. Offers onsite professional financial
counseling to assist Families in adjusting to their unique monetary circumstances following the loss of a loved one.
Coordinates and provides information on special memorials, grief camps, special events and opportunities for
Surviving Families to gather together with others. Upcoming events include Over the Rainbow Grief Camp for Kids 31
July 2012
3. BETTER OPPORTUNITIES FOR SINGLE SOLDIERS (BOSS) BRANDON SMITH 772-7807
drum.mwrboss@conus.army.mil www.drum.army.mil/mwr/BOSS.html
Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS), Bldg T-2190 Nash Blvd. BOSS hours of operation are 1100 – 2300,
Wednesday through Sunday, closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Call the BOSS Center at 772-7807 for more
information. Enjoy a movie on a warm summer evening in the great outdoors. Shown at the BOSS center in the rear
lawn this activity is offered compliments of BOSS. 21 Jump Street (R) will be playing starting at sundown. Bring your
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4. folding chairs, blankets, bug spray and snacks. Pop corn and drinks will be sold. This event is open to all Soldiers,
family members and DoD Civilians (caution: movie rated R), 13 July 2012 at sundown.
4. BOY SCOUT TROOP 26/CUB SCOUT PACK 26 ERNEST SCRIBNER/ RHONDA PITTS 222-3153/757-620-1768
escribner@realtyusa.com/fdcspack26@hotmail.com
Cub Scout Pack 26 accepts boys ages 5-10 to join the ranks all year round. If you have questions please do not
hesitate to contact Rhonda Pitts at 757-620-1768 or send an email to fdcspack26@hotmail.com.
5. CHAPEL CHAPLAIN DARRELL THOMSEN 772-5591
www.drum.army.mil/sites/installation/chapel
Installation Command Chaplain 772-5591: PLEASE NOTE: AS OF 1 JULY 2012 THE MAIN POST CHAPEL WILL
BE UNDER RENOVATIONS. Religious Services and programs will be located as follows: 0915 Traditional Protestant
Service moved to Po Valley Chapel; 0930 Liturgical Protestant Services stays at Riva Ridge Chapel 1700 (Sat) and
1100 (Sun) Catholic Mass moved to Riva Ridge Chapel, 1200 Daily Mass moved to Riva Ridge Chapel AND TIME
CHANGES TO 1215; 1230 Gospel Service moved to Po Valley Chapel. All Religious Education and para ministry
programs moved to temporary buildings 426A and 427A/B. Family Life 772-5540: Daytreat is a day-long workshop
for couples that is held quarterly. Call the Family Life Chaplain to see when the next one is scheduled! POC CH
(MAJ) Rick Cantrell. Military Council of Catholic Women 772-0160: MCCW meets Wednesdays at 0930 at the
Main Post Chapel. The First Friday of the month we meet at the chapel for Adoration & Mass. Rosary for Peace
meets Wednesdays at 1130 in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. Child care is available. Protestant Women of the
Chapel 772-5591: All military women and/or spouses and their children are invited to join PWOC (Protestant Women
of the Chapel) as we meet during July and August. We will meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month from
10:00 to 1:00 at the Adirondack Community Center for a potluck lunch and playtime for the kids. Just bring the kids,
any dish to share and come for a fun time getting to know other in the military family. Contact info: Judy West at
drum@pwoc.org
6. CHILD, YOUTH & SCHOOL (CYS) SERVICES KARIN S. SIKIRICA 772-6715
drum.mwrcys@conus.army.mil
CYSS SKIES Unlimited: For any summer program information call 772-0629 or go to: www.drummwr.com.
CYSS Sports: For Summer Camp Information call 772-6718 or go to www.drummwr.com - Football – Registration
continues through 31 July from 1130-1530 Monday through Friday at 435A Oswego Ave only. Soccer registrations
are ongoing through 17 August. Start Smart Soccer: is designed to reach children the basic skills necessary to play
organized soccer. The program focuses on teaching children and their parents kicking, dribbling, trapping, and throw-
in/agility skills. Registration is from 8 June – 20 July 2012. Sessions 21 July – 25 August 2012. Pop Warner
Cheerleading – Tiny Mites, Mighty Mites and Pee-Wee –Enrollment ongoing Season starts 1 August. Volunteer
Coaches are needed. Visit the CYSS Sports Office at 435A Oswego Ave or call 772-6718/4102.
Youth Center: 6th Grade Students will be eligible to participate in the Middle School Day Camp and our after school
program the first day of summer. Middle School Day Camp – Registration is ongoing at Parent Central Services.
Fees/Cost will range from $20 - $55 per week (based on Total Family Income). July 6, 2012, Friday Teen Lock-In
2000 – 0800; 11 July 11-3 August, Wednesdays and Fridays Photography – Image Makers, 1700-1830 Cost: Free,
Register by 29 June 29; 12 July 2012, Thursday, School Age Summer Camp Information please call 772-8675 or go
to www.drummwr.com
6A. SCHOOL LIAISON SERVICES (SLS) MICHELE CARLTON/TERRI SPENCER 772-3214/1311
drum.mwrschoolliaison@conus.army.mil terri.spencer@us.army.mil
July and August brings much Family transition. Schools will be on a reduced hourly schedule in the summer. Some
buildings may be closed entirely. New Families should contact the SLO office for correct contact information to the
schools for registration purposes. District offices remain open all year round and information on registration can
also be obtained through those offices as well. Families leaving Fort Drum can contact the SLO office for SLO info
at their next duty station. August regents testing will be held on the 16th and 17th. CYSS has many educational
opportunities for your children to engage in during the summer contact Parent Central Services at 772-8675.
7. COMMAND SAFETY OFFICE (CSO) ERIN THOMPSON 772-0310
Erin.thompson@us.army.mil
It’s finally June, and that means warm weather, no school, and kids on bicycles. Did you know that bicycles are
associated with more childhood injuries than any other consumer product except automobiles? Sadly, child bicycling
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5. deaths increase 45% above the average during the summer months. With this knowledge, would you let your child
ride without a helmet? So, make wearing a bike helmet a rule every time you or your child rides a bike. It’s the single
most effective safety device available to reduce head injury and death from a bicycle crash. In order to maximize
protection, ensure the helmet fits properly. A helmet should sit on top of the head in a level position, and should not
rock forward, backward or side to side. The helmet straps must always be buckled but not too tightly. If you have any
questions or need assistance fitting your child’s helmet please call or visit the Command safety office at M10282 4th
Armored Division Dr or call 317-772-0310. Have a safe and accident free summer!
8. COMMISSARY PATTY MUSHTARE, ASSISTANT STORE DIRECTOR 772-6185
patty.mushtare@deca.mil www.commissaries.com/stores/html/store.cfm?dodaac=HQCNEY
The Commissary will be opened on July 4th from 0900-1500. There will be NO Early Bird Shopping. At the end
of July the Commissary will be having a Farmer Market on 28 & 29 July. Hopefully it will be outside weather
permitting. Visit our deli/bakery for holiday cakes and cookies for your picnics and family gatherings. We will
have some sidewalk sales for the month of July featuring soda and water and picnic items.
9. COMMUNITY RECREATION DIVISION KENNETH LOPEZ 772-5880
kenneth.c.lopez@us.army.mil
9A. PARKS & RECREATION EUGENE SPENCER 772-4010
eugene.spencer@us.army.mil
Hours of operation are Monday-Saturday, 0900-1700. Equipment rental and outdoor gear is available for rent. Daily,
weekend, and weekly fee schedules are available. Plan your out of state vacation at Parks & Recreation.
Discounted tickets are offered to include hotel accommodations. Plan your cruise or foreign vacations at a discounted
rate. RV/trailer/camper storage lots are available for $20 per month. Lots may be rented with a six month payment up
front, or full payment if deployed. If you’re having a party Parks & Recreation has inflatable bouncers and popcorn,
snowcone, and cotton candy machines for rent. Walt Disney World’s Military Salute 2011; four theme parks, four days
for only $138. Skeet/Trap Range is open for the season. Range fee rental is $5/hour for $100 for 12 months.
Shotguns are available for rent at $20 per day. Archery Range (Indoor/Outdoor) is now open for the season. Range
fee rental is $5/hour or $100 for 12 months. Bows are available for rent at a cost of $20. Please contact Parks &
Recreation for more information. Join our Hiking Club as we hike some of the biggest peaks in the Adirondacks. Look
for more trips to New York City and off Broadway plays in Syracuse and local theme parks. Reserve one of our brand
new campers for rent. Boats are now ready for rent and the water. Call 772-8222 for more information.
9B. ADVENTURE TRAINING EUGENE SPENCER 772-4010
eugene.spencer@us.army.mil www.drum.army.mil/mwr
Skeet/Trap Range is open for the season. Range fee rental is $5/hour for $100 for 12 months. Shotguns are
available for rent at $20 per day. Archery Range (Indoor/Outdoor) is now open for the season. Range fee rental is
$5/hour or $100 for 12 months. Bows are available for rent at a cost of $20. Woodsball/Paintball located behind
Parks & Recreation is open. Cost is $30 for equipment and $40 for 2,000 rounds of paint. Units wishing to use the
paintball field during duty hours must schedule through Adventure Training, 772-6568. Wolf Lake Hike is scheduled
for 7-8 July. Fort Drum Hiking Club will be conducting an overnight hiking trip to Wolf Lake. Trip will depart at 0700 on
7 July from Parks and Recreation. Must have own equipment, food and water. Sign-up early as space is limited.
Ampersand Mountain Hike is scheduled for 14 July. Fort Drum Hiking Club will be conducting a trip to Ampersand
Mountain. Cost is $10 and sign-up is required. ATV Ride is scheduled for 28 July. Cost is $40 and and must have
completed the ATV safety course. Cost for passengers is $5. Come join Parks & Recreation on an ATV ride on the
Tug Hill. Trip will depart Parks & Recreation at 0800. Must sign up for events in person at Parks & Recreation. No
phone calls will be accepted. Call Parks & Recreation for upcoming Adventure Training classes and trips. Call 772-
4010/8222 for more information.
9C. REMINGTON PARK EUGENE SPENCER 772-4010
eugene.spencer@us.army.mil www.drum.army.mil/mwr
Recreational Vehicle (RV) Campground and Cabins are available. The RV campground has campers in place
available to rent as well as open spaces for visitors to bring their own campers. Adirondack style cabins are also
available and are fully equipped with a kitchenette, sitting room, and sleeping accommodations for up to six. While
there check out scenic Remington Park with its wilderness hiking and biking trails, playgrounds, beach and picnic
areas. Dog Park Kennel Play Area is located at Remington Park just before Hillside Lake Lodge. The large fenced in
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6. area is designed to give pets a place to run with adult owner/handler. Open daily from sunrise to sunset. Beach
area is open Monday-Friday, 1100-1900 and Saturday and Sunday 0900-1900. Call Remington Park at 772-4765 for
more information and reservations.
9D. MCEWEN LIBRARY ALLEN GOUDIE 772-9099
allen.r.goudie@us.army.mil
NEW hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 0900 – 1800; Friday and Saturday, 1030 – 1800. Closed Sundays and
Federal holidays. Join the McEwen Library for ―Reading is Sooooo Delicious― Summer Reading Club. This summer
long self-paced program is designed to work around family vacations block leave and the rest of your family’s busy
summer schedule. This year to go with the theme we’ll be doing a cookbook. Each participant will get to contribute
one favorite family recipe. The Summer Reading Program will run through 18 August. Open to kids from preschool to
12th grade. Call the Library at 772-9099 for more information. McEwen Library Used Book Sale will be conducted 27-
28 July. Adult books will be 50 cents, children’s books 25 cents, movies and CD’s $1. On 28 July starting at 1300, all
you can fit in a bag for $1. Come early for best selection, come late for best prices. Cash only, please bring small
bills or change!. Volunteers needed to work sale. Set-up on Thursday evening and take down Saturday afternoon. If
interested in volunteering please email Wendy at wendy.newell@us.army.mil or stop in at the Library. Anyone wishing
to donate used books for sale may bring them to the library circulation desk. Proceeds benefit MWR activities.
Children’s Story Time for Preschoolers is offered Tuesdays and Fridays, 1000-1045. Materials checked out from
another local public library, or another Army library, can be returned here. We will ship them back to the library you
borrowed them from. Spanish language books are now available for children and adults. Large print books are now
available at the Library. The Library offers fax services, photocopiers, and printing for the public. Fax is $1 per page
(International fax is $2 per page). Photocopies are 10 cents per page and printing is 5 cents per page. CASH ONLY.
Boxed paperback books are available for units on maneuvers, exercises or deployments exceeding 10 days. Call
772-47235 for an appointment to pick-up. Call 772-9099/6005 for more information on many great programs.
9E. AUTOMOTIVE SKILLS CENTER MIKE GRAVELINE 772-5785
bigmike.graveline@us.army.mil
Hours of operation are Tuesday-Friday, 1100 - 1900, and Saturdays, 0800 – 1600. Equipment/Services available are
regular bays, vehicle lifts, paint booths, body bays, welding bays, wheel balancing, tire changing, and towing.
Propane Service is offered with all tanks meeting applicable safety requirements, Tuesday-Friday, 1100 – 1800,
Saturday, 0800 – 1500. Center reserves the right to refuse filling any tank that does not comply. Safety Orientation
Classes are free and is required to use the Automotive Skills Center and is offered Tuesday-Friday, 1200 -1730.
Wrecker Service is available for on and off-post towing to and from housing. Off-post towing costs are determined by
distance, Tuesday-Friday, 1100- 1800, and Saturday, 0800 – 1500. On post jump starts and lock services are also
available. Services are offered Tuesday-Friday, 1100- 1800, and Saturday, 0800 – 1500. Welding Class (mandatory
class to use Auto Crafts welding equipment) will be held on 5 July at 1500. Basic Brakes Class will be held on 12 July
at 1500. Class will go over the basics of disc and drum brakes, ABS system, and the difference between inner and
outer bearings and hubs. Emissions Class (mandatory class to use Auto Crafts emissions testers) will be held on 19
July at 1500. Class teaches how to use emissions tester that checks check engine lights will save you time and
money. Heating and Cooling Class will be held on 26 July at 1500. This class will go how to check the cooling system,
looking at how the heating system works, and checking air conditioning making sure it works on hot days.
Spring/Summer hours for the Car Wash located on Memorial Drive and First Street is 24 hours daily. Resale Lot is
open through November. Proof of current registration and insurance is required. Monthly fee is $10. Call 772-5785
or 783-5784 for more information.
9F. SPORTS BRANDON DOHERTY 772-6661
Brandon.doherty@us.army.mil
Hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 0800 – 1630. Rosters for all sporting events are to be turned in to the Sports
Office in Magrath Sports Complex, Bldg. P-10050 by the cut-off dates. Two-person Captain & Crew Golf Tournament
will be conducted 7 July at Willowbrook Golf Club, Route 37, Watertown. Open to active duty military
assigned/attached to Fort Drum, Family members 19 years and older, retirees, reservists, and DoD civilians employed
on Fort Drum. Sign-up at the Sports Office NLT 6 July. Softball Tournament will be conducted 14 July on the Magrath
Sports Complex softball fields. Open to active duty military assigned/attached to Fort Drum. Rosters due NLT 11
July. Unit Softball League will be conducted 16 July – 14 September on the Magrath Sports Complex softball fields.
Open to active duty military assigned/attached to Fort Drum. Rosters due NLT 6 July. Sprint Triathlon will be
conducted at Remington Park. Open to active duty military assigned/attached to Fort Drum, Family members 19
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7. years and older, retirees, reservists, and DoD civilians employed on Fort Drum. Register by 20 July or late registration
at race site from 1730-1815 the day of the event. Contact the Sports Office at 772-6661/6663 for more
information.
9G. MAGRATH SPORTS COMPLEX FRANK ROMANO 212-6919
frank.a.romano@us.army.mil
Hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 0530 – 2200, Saturday, 0900 – 2200, and Sunday, 0900 – 1800. 300/500
Club (Bench Press), Swim for your Life, and Run for your Life, Monday-Friday, 0900-1100. Health Management
Program is an assessment to get individuals into a fitness, lifestyle and nutritional program. Cost is $10. Receive a
personal exercise and nutrition report. Conditioning Center Instruction is offered, first come, first serve basis.
Orientation offered on every piece of equipment in Conditioning Center covered on a weekly rotational basis every
Tuesday at 9 am. Ab concentration, circuit training, free weights, stretching and core training. Fitness Instruction
includes equipment skill qualification, free weights, cardio respiratory equipment, body composition, exercise
prescription and programming. Call for an appointment. Classes offered for July are Free Weights on 3 July,
Stretching on 10 July, Circuit Training on 17 July, Abdominal Concentration on 24 July, and Cardio Equipment on 31
July. Call 772-4584 for an appointment.
9H. MAGRATH SPORTS COMPLEX POOL AGNES CURRIER 772-9673
drum.mwrmagrathpool.us.army.mil
Hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 0600-1330, Saturday and Sunday, 0900-1600. Call the Magrath Sports
Complex for reservations and more information.
9I. MONTI FITNESS CENTER MONICA SMITH 772-4936
monica.a.smith@us.army.mil
Hours of operation are Monday-Friday 0600-2100, Saturday and Sunday, 0900-1700. Staff are available to
assist in weight and cardio equipment usage upon request. Please make inquiries at the front desk. Aerobics
Fitness Classes are free and are Monday-Friday, morning and evening classes. Classes offered are, Zumba,
Zumba Toning, Cardio Fit, Yoga, Yoga Sculpt, Piloxing, Spin, and Spin Sculpt. Call 772-4936 for class schedule.
Battalion and Brigade Level Organizational and Family Days can be reserved at the Monti Physical Fitness
Center. Personal Trainers are now available, initial consultation to include goal setting and basic information
costs $10. After initial consultation each one hour session will cost $25, specials and promotions will also be
offered. Trainer will focus on strength training, cardio, weight loss, pregnancy, and post pregnancy. Participants
must be ID card holders and 18 years of age and older. Trainer is available Monday-Friday, 1730-2100, and
Saturday and Sunday, 0900-1700. Pavilion Rentals are $25 plus $25 cleaning deposit per pavilion rental.
Monti Fitness Pool Hours of operation are Monday-Friday 0830-2030, Sunday, 0900-1600. Lap Swim: Mon –
Thu 0630-2030, Fri 0630-1200 & 1530 – 2030, Sat Closed, Sun & Holidays 0900–1100. Physical
Therapy/Pregnancy PT Swim: Mon – Fri 0630 – 0830. Open Swim: Mon – Fri 0830–2030, Sat Closed, Sun &
Holidays 0900-1600. Wave pool and slide will be offered on Sunday afternoon based on manpower. Please Call
on Sunday Morning 772-4807/4936 for hours. Free swim lessons are offered to Soldiers only by appointment.
Please call for information about American Red Cross Lifeguard certifications.
9J. FUNCTIONAL FITNESS CENTER MONICA SMITH 772-4806
monica.a.smith@us.army.mil
Functional Fitness Center is closed for renovations.
10. CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT (CRM) ELIZABETH DEJESUS CINTRON 772-9970
elizabeth.dejesus1@us.army.mil
ICE Is your opportunity to tell Ft. Drum how we are doing- what you like or what you
dislike about our products and services or just to say thanks for a job well done. Use your
Smartphone to visit the Ft Drum ICE Site with the above QR code. Or log on directly at
http://ice.disa.mil and type ―Drum‖ in the search box at the top of the page to tell us what
you think because your voice will make a difference Today!
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8. 11. DIRECTORATE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES (DES) JOSEPH MARGREY 772-1077
na.margrey@us.army.mil
PLEASE CHECK YOUR SMOKE DETECTORS! DES Emergency and Non-Emergency Phone Numbers: For
emergencies on the installation – dial 911 from any land-line. That call will go directly to the DES Dispatch Center. If
you dial 911 from your cell phone, that call will go directly to the Jefferson County Dispatch Center. Advise the
dispatcher you are calling from Fort Drum and they will redirect your call to the DES dispatch center. Current
technology does not allow for the separation of cell phone calls on or off the installation. For non-emergency calls for
service – Police 772-5156/5157; Fire Prevention/ Training - 772-3372/4420/4702; Director - 772-5721; Police Chief -
772-4483; Fire Chief - 772-3547/ 4420; Physical Security Chief – 772-3105. TIP Line: DES, in cooperation with the
Antiterrorism Officer, operates an anonymous tip line, 774-8477 (TIPS). This line allows personnel to report
suspicious activity in an anonymous manner. Please ensure community personnel are aware of this phone line.
CURFEW - Garrison Policy Memorandum #11-18, Fort Drum Curfew for Minor Children. The curfew applies to
minors, defined as 17 years of age or younger, who live or work on, travel to or visit Fort Drum. The curfew hours are
from 2200hrs - 0500hrs Sundays through Thursdays and from 2400hrs - 0500hrs Fridays and Saturdays. This means
that minors meeting the age defined in the policy cannot be outside the home unsupervised during the times
mentioned above. The Directorate of Emergency Services Law Enforcement Division will be enforcing this Policy.
Violation of the policy may result in an appearance before the Juvenile Disciplinary Control Board. Bicycle Safety –
Make sure children are riding their bicycles using the proper safety equipment and following the rules of the road. All
personnel riding bicycles on Fort Drum are required to wear an approved Safety Helmet. Contact DES at 772-9090
for assistance conducting bicycle safety checks or Bicycle Rodeos.
12. DIRECTORATE OF HUMAN RESOURCES JIM SWORDS 772-4588
Drum.dhr@conus.army.mil
12A. ARMY CAREER AND ALUMNI PROGRAM LORRIE GULER 772-3284
ACAP services are available to Family members if the sponsor is registered with ACAP. Service members are
eligible for services when within 18 months of ETS or 24 months of retirement. Service members may register for
services by visiting the ACAP Center in Clark Hall or by calling 772-3434/3286. In addition to offering pre-
separation counseling, Department of Labor Employment Workshops, and VA counseling, the following events are
scheduled for July. Watch the ACAP bulletin board or www.acap.army.mil for changes: Federal Application
Seminar—2 Jul; Advanced Resume Seminar—9 Jul; Small Business Development Center—16 Jul; Advanced
Interviewing Seminar—23 Jul; Financial Planning Seminar—16 Jul; Education Seminar—30 Jul. The next Fort
Drum ACAP Career Fair will be 12 July at The Commons. Remember, spouses may use ACAP services while the
Service member is deployed if he/she is registered with ACAP. Although sponsored by ACAP, these seminars are
open to all (space-available basis for those not ACAP clients). The resume and interview seminars build on the
basics which are presented in the DOL Employment Workshop. Spouses are encouraged to accompany the
Service member to the pre-separation counseling, employment workshop, and VA brief. Call the ACAP Center at
772-3434 or Lorrie Guler at 772-3284 for information or to reserve a seat.
12B. EDUCATION CENTER JOE AGRESTI 772-0850
joe.agresti@us.army.mil www.nereducation.army.mil
Upcoming College visits to the Fort Drum Education Center for Soldiers and Spouses: July 10-Excelsior College-
Room 145- 0900-1500, July 11-Trident University- 1100-1530, August 29- Bryant & Stratton-0930-1400. AUGUST 14,
2012- ANNUAL EDUCATION FAIR: Commons- 1400-1800. Over 45 college representatives, Veterans Affairs, ROTC
and West Point personnel will be here to speak with Soldiers, Spouses, and college-ready Family Members.
Drawings held for college gifts and prizes. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome! Spread the word!
Education Center Office closed the following days: July 4th & 5th 2012, August 14, 2012 - after 1400 for Education
Fair, September 3, 2012. Also, look for the opening of our new ANNEX at P10450 after 1 July 2012. Jefferson
Community College and Education Counseling offices will be housed there. The Annex will be available for limited
classroom instruction. National Test Center at the Education Center: Columbia College at Fort Drum is the sponsor
for academic credit by examination through their National Testing Center. For schedule and fee information contact
Columbia College at 315-775-0128.
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9. 13. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) OFFICE BARRY DUBOIS 772-6911
barry.dubois@us.army.mil
The EEO Office provides services to current Civilian employees, former Civilian employees, and applicants for
employment. Complaints: If you feel you have been discriminated against in an employment matter based on your
race, sex, age (40 or over), national origin, color, religion, genetic information, disability (mental or physical) and/or
reprisal for previous EEO activity, please contact the EEO Complaints Manager at 772-6565. Reasonable
Accommodations: If you are an individual with a disability (physical or mental) who needs an accommodation to
perform the essential functions of your job, to overcome architectural barriers, or to apply for federal employment,
please contact the EEO Special Emphasis Program Manager at 772-4090. Schedule A – Special Hiring Authority:
If you are an individual with a targeted or more severe disability, you may apply under Schedule A for non-competitive
placement into a Federal position at Fort Drum or other Department of the Army installations. To qualify under
Schedule A and be considered for employment, you will need to submit a Resume or RESUMIX application, along
with a Certificate of Disability. For more details, you may contact the EEO Special Emphasis Program Manager at
772-4090.
14. EXCHANGE (PX) ELIZABETH BEHAN 772-6103
BehanE@aafes.com
Main Exchange: 29 June through 5 July: Fourth of July specials. 1-14 July: Christmas in July Toy Clearance Sale
(25-50% off), for $100 or more on your Mil Star get additional 10%off. 29 Jun-12 July, Furniture sale, extra
discounts on discontinued items. 29 June-July, Outdoor Living Clearance Event. 25 July, The Exchange 117th
Anniversary Event. 4 August BTS Fashion Show. Services will be having a carnival on the 17th 18th and 19th of
August for all ages. There will be lots of vendors and giveaways more details to follow.
15. FAMILY AND MORALE, WELFARE AND RECREATION HAL GREER 772-5685
drum.mwr@conus.army.mil www.drummwr.com
Pine Plains Bowling Center is CLOSED for the month of July, business will resume in August. 6 July 2012 FMWR will
partner with DPAO and JcPenney to host a tailgate party for the Blake Shelton concert. UFC Fight Night at the
Winner’s Circle Sports Bar on 21 July 2012, pre-fight activities begin at 2100 with the main event at 2200. Doors will
open at 1900.
16. FORT DRUM MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HOMES (FDMCH) MEGAN KLOSNER 955-6810
megan.klosner@fdmch.com www.fortdrummch.com
The Summer Food Program is back! Starting 25 June and lasting until 24 August the Summer Food Program is
providing free, nutritious meals to all children under the age of 18. Kids may attend at any of the locations, not just
the community they live in. The Summer Food Program is held at the Monument Ridge Community Center on
Mondays, the Rhicard Hills community center on Wednesdays, the Adirondack Creek community center on
Thursdays, and the Crescent Woods community center on Fridays. All lunch programs run from 1130-1230. For
residents of Mountain Community Homes we have several resident events in July and August. The annual Beautiful
Baby Contest will be held between 1 July-31 July. Bring a picture of your child along with your contact information to
your local community center or email the picture to contests@fdmch.com to be entered for a chance to win. One of
the biggest resident events of the year is our annual National Night Out event. Held on Tuesday, 7 August at the
Adirondack Creek community center, the night starts with a parade beginning at 1700 and includes food, bouncy
houses and safety themed activities for the whole family.
17. FORT DRUM-WATERTOWN SQUADRON 406 CIVIL AIR PATROL 1LT ROBERT ORMSBEE 921-5348
rormbsbee27@frontiernet.net
The Civil Air Patrol is open to boys and girls (cadets) ages 12-20 and adult members 18-up. The squadron cadets
learn leadership, customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, and emergency services. Adults can teach and
mentor cadets or perform emergency service missions, primarily search and rescue. The squadron meets in building
M431A, South Post, Fort Drum, every Friday 1800-2000. There are also various activities throughout the year such as
field exercises and training events that take place on the weekends. Anyone that is interested can stop in and visit or
request information by email.
18. HOUSING BILL BAMANN 772-7256
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10. william.l.bamann@us.army.mil
The off-post housing rental market continues to have less than 2% available rentals being reported from the area’s
largest apartment complexes. As of 18 June 12, there were 77 adequate rental units available for rent off-post. These
apartments range from one to four bedroom units available. The rental market changes daily please check with
the local apartment managers. Check our apartment guide found on the Fort Drum web page for contact
information: http://www.drum.army.mil/PublicWorks/Documents/fdaaib.pdf Also, you can check online at
www.ahrn.com (Automated Housing Referral Network) to see current listings of rental homes and apartments. Due to
the high market demand, check back often for changes and be prepared to move fast when apartments
become available. Fort Drum continues to work closely with off-post officials in getting new housing projects started.
There are currently some 1,100 new apartment units under construction or approved, financed and about to start. An
additional 200+ units are in the final planning stages, some with incentive financing provided by State and Local
governments, that could also start this year. We expect over 1,300 new rental units will be opened in late 2012
through 2014. Additionally several housing developers are building for sale homes in new subdivisions close to post
that will be affordable to grades E6 and higher and offer the same amenities as on-post housing. Information on
available homes for sale can be found at: www.nnymls.com There continues to be hundreds of homes for sale from
$50,000-$175,000 in a 30 mile radius of Fort Drum in Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties. With an
unusually large number of Soldiers expected to PCS or ETS this summer, expect delays in scheduling the
available movers with the Transportation office. Plan ahead, get your orders as soon as possible, and
schedule your move early. The Home Affordable Modification Program, also known as HAMP, is a federal
program of the United States set up to help eligible home owners with loan modifications for their home mortgage.
The target of the program is 7 to 8 million struggling homeowners at risk of foreclosure by working with their lenders to
lower monthly mortgage payments. The Program is part of the Making Home Affordable Program which was created
by the Financial Stability Act of 2009. The program was built as collaboration with lenders, investors, securities,
mortgage servicers, the FHA, the VA, FHLMC, FNMA, and the Federal Housing Finance Agency, to create standard
loan modification guidelines for lenders to take into consideration when evaluating a borrower for a potential loan
modification. Under recently announced changes to HAMP, which will go into effect 1 June, military homeowners and
other families who are permanently displaced by a job-related move may still qualify as owner-occupants, which
means they may still qualify for a HAMP mortgage modification. The new criteria states that a borrower may qualify if
he or she: Is displaced due to an out-of-area job transfer such as PCS orders and was occupying the home as a
principal residence immediately prior to the displacement; Intends to return to the home at some point in the future;
and does not own any other single-family real estate. Military and other families who do own other residential
properties may still qualify for a HAMP modification under expanded opportunities available for rental properties
announced by Treasury in January. They also may qualify for a short sale through Treasury's Home Affordable
Foreclosure Alternatives Program (HAFA). Our service members deserve our full support. We don't want any member
of our military to be forced by financial challenges to leave their family behind. This would be a heartbreaking decision
for any family, but it's especially tough for military families, who often face long periods of separation during
deployment. These changes to HAMP are one way Treasury and the CFPB are working together to support military
families and the many other hardworking families struggling to maintain homeownership.
19. MEDDAC COL THOMPSON 772-4024
www.drum.amedd.army.mil
Family Medicine Clinic Hours to Change in July -- MEDDAC officials have announced a change to Family Medicine
Clinic hours of operation, effective 2 July 2012. New hours of operation will run from 0800-1700. (FMC is now open
from 0700-1600). This change will allow for later afternoon hours, which patients have requested. NOTE: Urgent
Care Hours at FMC remain the same: M-F, 0900-2000, S-S and Holidays: 0900-1600. MEDDAC Facebook – Like
Us! -- http://www.facebook.com/pages/US-Army-Medical-Department-Activity-Fort-Drum-NY/291076844239665
20. OFF THE BEATIN' PATH GIFTS CHRIS RYAN 774-0253
OTBPGiftshop@gmail.com
Summer Hours Tuesday 1000-1400, Wed 1000-1800, Thursday 1000-1400. Brick deadline is 1 August to have
them placed in the ground in the fall. After 1 August all bricks will be placed in the springtime. Cost is $25 per
brick. We will be closed 4 July for the holiday. We are on Facebook: otbpgifts.
21. PARENT TO PARENT ALISON FISHER 777-4496
Ptop.drum@militarychild.org
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11. The Parent to Parent program provides FREE, informative and interactive parent workshops to groups or
organizations in the local community. Workshops run from 20 minutes to an hour. We can tailor workshops to meet
your group’s needs. Participants receive high quality resources and materials which will assist them in their role as
their child’s best advocate. Parent to Parent is now booking workshops for August 2012 – June 2013. We can work
with any group that contains military parents: Coffee Groups, FRGs, PTOs, PTAs, Parent Support Groups, PTAs,
Mommy & Me’s, Literacy Nights, Steering Committees , etc. Call now to make a reservation for your group!
Available Workshops: Baby Sign, Growing Great Readers: Birth thru Six, Shake, Rattle, and Roll: Exploring Rhythm
and Music, Early Explorations: Math, Early Explorations: Science, Preparing Your Child for Kindergarten,
Parent/Provider Communication, Avoiding Homework Hassles, Post it Note Portfolios: A Tool to Motivate and
Organize Your Child, Preparing for Successful Parent Teacher Conferences, Growing Great Readers: Learning to
Read and Reading to Learn, Learning Styles, Elementary School Transitions, Back to School Basics, Time
Management for Kids, College Admission Portfolios, The College Application Process/Financial Aid, Middle and High
School Transitions, Academic Portfolios: A Tool to Assist You in Advocating for Your Child, and School Transitions.
22. SPOUSES’ CLUB AT FORT DRUM (SCFD) MARY JANSEN, PRESIDENT
SpousesClubFD@yahoo.com www.fdosc.com
The Spouses' Club of Fort Drum invites you to join us for new beginnings! This club is a great way to make
friends and stay involved!
23. SWIM STRONG AQUATIC CLUB (SSAC) POC: PAM OESCHGER 315-405-8540
www.swimssac.org
SWIM STRONG AQUATIC CLUB (SSAC) is a Level 2 USA Swim team located right here on Ft Drum. We are
introducing our Red Cross "Learn to Swim" program in July. This is a two week SWIM LESSON opportunity for
ages 3 and up. Two sessions are offered beginning July 9 and second session beginning July 23. Lessons will
be held on M, T, W, F evenings (for two weeks) from 5-6 pm at Magrath Pool. Please contact Marissa at:
missa034@yahoo.com for "Learn to Swim" information. Our SSAC Swim Team is open to swimmers ages 5-18.
Our certified swim instructors can help your child work on improving basic strokes and technique or help the
advanced swimmer work on endurance and speed. Most swimmers can be assessed during a FREE two week
trial. SSAC offers four levels of swim instruction with practice times on Monday-Friday evenings, 2-4 times a
week. Please visit our website for detailed information and employment opportunities. Contact our coaches at:
www.swimssac.org
24. THRIFT SHOP MELISSA REXROAD 772-7189
thriftshopfd@hotmail.com
SATURDAY OPENINGS ~ 4 August 0930-1400. Summer Operation Schedule ~ Open every Tuesdays,
Wednesday & Thursdays 0930-1400; CLOSED 3-12 July & 7-16 August. BAG SALE DAYS ~ 24-26 & 31 July
and 1-2, 4, 28-30 August. WE WANT YOUR LEFT OVER YARD SALE ITEMS!! Drop off donations 24hrs a day
in our front lobby or during business hours to receive a tax receipt. (Please No Mattresses or car parts, all other
items accepted). Are you PCS'ing?? Are your closets and storage rooms busting at the seams?? Do you just
have too much Junk in the house that you want to remove? Would you like to make some extra MONEY while
clearing it out?? If you said YES to any of these questions, then you need to head on over to the FORT DRUM
THRIFT SHOP!! Or Call 315-772-7189 to set up a PCS appointment! The Fort Drum Thrift Shop is your one
stop shop to get rid of all your Unwanted Items or Acquire more Treasures! We take donations 24hrs a day in
our front lobby or we offer consignments daily from 0930-1230. We also offer PCS appointments to anyone who
is within 90 days of PCS/ETS'ing on or off of post. What is a PCS appointment you ask? A PCS appointment
allows you to do 1 LARGE Consignment Drop OFF and you'll be assured your consignment check will be
forwarded to you!! Are you looking for a Formal Gown for the Ball? Stop by & check out our large selection of
gowns! The Thrift Shop is OPEN Tuesday, Wednesdays & Thursdays 0930-1400 we are located on old post,
Building P55 First St. & Quartermaster Rd. For Sale Specials, Consignment Info or Donation Info call 315-772-
7189 or visit us on the WEB @ thriftshopinc.webs.com **
25. USO - FORT DRUM KAREN CLARK 774-0356
kclark@uso.org -or- usoftdrum@uso.org
FIFTH ANNUAL TROOP RIDE Saturday, 28 July 28, TROOP RIDE Sponsored by Sikorsky Military Completions
Center and UAW Local 1752. Ride starts at 1000 at SMCC West 74 Kahler Road North, Horseheads, NY.
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12. Registration: 0730-0930, $15 per person. Pre-registration forms are available now at www.troopride.com. Includes
free Troop Ride 2012 t-shirt and commemorative gift. WTU Fishing Trip at Henderson Harbor – 14 July (8
personnel) and 21 July (4 personnel): 10 hours of fishing beautiful Lake Ontario with How Sweet It Is Charters.
Must be assigned to WTU, going through MEB process, or Purple Heart Recipient to attend. Please email Rachel
Millios, Programs Manager at: rmillios@uso.org to reserve your spot or call 315-777-8006 with questions.
Interested in becoming part of the USO Volunteer team? Sign up on www.usovolunteer.org. New Volunteer
Orientation Dates: 11 July at 1400 & 24 July at 1730. Contact Molly Manning, Volunteer Coordinator
(mmanning@uso.org) with any questions.
26. VETERINARY CLINIC CPT JULIE PAIGE BROWN 772-4262
http://www.drum.armedd.army.mil/CLINIC/vets.htm
Hours of operation: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday, 0830-1600. Closed on Thursdays. Internal and external
parasite prevention is strongly recommended year-round, but it becomes even more important during warmer months,
when insects are more active. Fleas and ticks (which carry Lyme and other diseases) are prevented with a monthly
topical medication. Heartworms (carried by mosquitoes) and intestinal parasites are prevented with a monthly
chewable medication. For especially active/outdoor animals, we also offer Leptosporosis and Lyme Disease vaccines.
REGISTRATION / LICENSING: All dogs and cats living on Fort Drum MUST be registered with Fort Drum Veterinary
Services, within 45 days of arrival at Fort Drum. Dogs must also be licensed with the State of New York, with the town
clerk where the animal lives. Pets living on Fort Drum must be licensed with the city of LeRay. This requires proof of
a current rabies vaccination. MICROCHIPPING: Fort Drum requires that ALL dogs and cats living on post must be
microchipped. This ensures the return of your pet if lost (on post or off). Walk-in microchip clinics are held on Friday
mornings from 0900-1100. MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS: Vaccination, ―sick call,‖ and health certificates are available
on a scheduled basis only. We are normally booked 3-4 weeks in advance. As soon as you find out you are traveling
OCONUS, please contact us to ensure your pet meets the requirements for your destination. For medical conditions
requiring immediate care, we encourage you to pursue off-post treatment with a civilian practice. SURGERY: We
offer spays, neuters, mass removals, and dental cleanings. Surgeries can be scheduled starting on the 15th of each
month. LOST PETS: If you lose your pet on Fort Drum, please check this website (updated daily):
http://www.drum.army.mil/publicworks/pages/pets.aspx. To arrange pick-up or drop-off of lost/found pets, call the
Stray Facility (NOT the Vet Clinic) at 772-2072. FOOD MISSION: Veterinary Services ensures food safety for all
Dining Facilities, MWR facilities, AAFES vendors, the Commissary, and TISA. If you have any questions regarding
this portion of our mission, please contact SFC Christopher Lovrien at 772-4276.
27. VOLUNTEER SUPPORT FUND (VSF) KARYN MINTZ 646-7080
volsupfund@gmail.com
Please join us in welcoming our new VSF 2012-2013 Board: President, Karyn Mintz, 1st Vice President: Lyndsey
Hodkinson, 2nd Vice President: Lori Hickman, Treasurer: Rebecca Spring, and Secretary: Erin St. Laurent. It's going
to be another great VSF year!
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