For any JBER pilot seeking their mountain flying or high-performance endorsements, please consider the Aero Club’s Cessna 182. The Cessna 182 Skylane, widely considered the “station wagon of the sky”, is a highly capable, rugged platform for Alaskan mountain flying.
The training will introduce principles such as:
• When flying through a valley or canyon, hug the right-hand side.
• Always cross ridges at a 45-degree angle.
• Aim to cross passes and ridges with a minimum of 2,000 feet of altitude clearance.
For more information, please contact Ms. Jennifer King at (907) 551-7186 or jennifer.king.30@us.af.mil. Just ask for “Sky King” For pricing information, and a complete list of of the club’s programs, please review the club’s website at https://jberlife.com/aeroclub/.
“Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of earth and danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings!”
Now – Mon 3
JBER LIBRARY Bldg 7 Fourth St • 907.384.1640
JOIN US AT STORYTIME!
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
Log the minutes you read this summer, and come to the JBER Library for prizes & more!
PAID SPONSORSHIP. NO FEDERAL ENDORESEMENT OF THE SPONSOR IS INTENDED.
Tuesdays • 10:30 AM
TODDLER TALES
Thursdays • 10:30 AM
UPCOMING THEMES:
26 Jul–1 Aug Vegetables
2–8 Aug Numbers
9–15 Aug Back to School
16–22 Aug Birds
23–29 Aug Alaskan Animals
PAID SPONSORSHIP. NO FEDERAL ENDORESEMENT OF THE SPONSOR IS INTENDED.
Mark Your Calendars!
JBER Library Summer Bash
Fri 14 Aug • 12–2 PM
Enjoy snacks, games, and summer fun for all ages at our outdoor summer party!
Knots & Needles
Fridays • 4:30–5:30 PM
A cozy meet-up for people who love fiber crafts. Bring your current project or borrow a library knit or crochet starter kit. We are happy to help you get started.
ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER
755 D St. • 907.384.3717
773fss.fswt.arts@us.af.mil
Glass Fusion
ORCA OR FIREWEED
Fri, 7 Aug or Sat, 15 Aug • 10 AM
Ages 12+ • $50 • $60
TODDLER TIME
Wednesdays • $5 • 10–10:30 AM
PAINT CLASS
ALCOHOL INK SALMON
Sat, 22 Aug • 10 AM
Ages 5+ • $50 • $60
PICTURE
FRAME CLASS*
Wed, 12 or 26 Aug • 10 AM
Ages 12+ • $50 • $60
Bring a 5x7 photo that will be used for the class, in the class you will learn to cut mats, glass and foam core to then assemble into a precut frame, creating your own work of art.
CLAY HAND–BUILDING
HALIBUT
TRAY
Sat, 8 Aug or Wed, 19 Aug • 11 AM
Ages 5+ • $40 • $50
PIC K & PAINT CERAMICS
Available anytime during normal business hours. ALL AGES WELCOME.
Starting at just $13 each item includes glazes, shop fees, and firing. Can’t make it in during normal business hours? We offer take home pick and paint ceramic kits for no additional fee. Simply take home, paint and return at your convenience.
POP UP CLASS ALCOHOL INK • HALIBUT
Fri, 28 Aug • 10 AM
Ages 5+ • $50 • $60
AUGUST 2026
Take on the Rendezvous Peak Challenge! Starting from the Arctic Valley parking lot, complete the 7.7-mile timed loop via the Muktuk Marston Memorial Trail and Rendezvous Ridge Trail, featuring approximately 1.4k feet of elevation gain. Participants will report their completion time to the Fitness Center front desk.
Group Fitness Schedule
9497 20th St. • 907.552.8528
Movie Wednesday Aug 5 • 1 PM
BACK TO SCHOOL
Parents vs. Kids Nerf Wars
Thurs 15 Aug • 6 – 7:30 PM
Registration Opens: Mon 3 Aug
Limited Availability
Bring your nerf guns, and safety googles. Please label all ammo and nerf guns.
Sponsored by:
Mystery Wine & Paint Party
Fri 11 Sept • 5:30 – 8:30 PM
$50 Per Person • 18+
All art supplies are included. Light snacks and beverages provided. Blind bag event!
OTTER LAKE
65536 Otter Lake Rd
907.854.1734
National S’mores Day
Mon 10 Aug • 4 – 6 PM Come celebrate with a free S’mores bar!
Back to school BOGO
Sat 15 Aug 12 – 6:30 PM Buy one-hour boat rental, get one free!
Each day, talk with your child about different things he/she did yesterday and today, and something he/she plans on doing tomorrow. Emphasize yesterday, today and tomorrow in your discussion. Comparing what happened yesterday and today can also support awareness of differences in days.
AT HOME ACTIVITIES
Make Oobleck
Mix 2 cups of cornstarch to 1 cup of water into a bowl. Mix the cornstarch and water until your Oobleck is formed.
RESILIENCY DAY • FRI 4 SEP
PARENT NIGHT OUT • SAT 22 AUG • 1–5PM
Open to JBER Community. Must be registered in CYPMS to be eligible. • Cost: $32
Upcoming Parent’s Night Out Sat 19 Sep • Sat 24
AO
NEEDED
NEEDED
FCC Providers · Respite Providers
FCC Providers · Respite Providers
Expanded Child Care Providers
Expanded Child Care Providers
You make your own schedule. (Flexible hours)
You make your own schedule. (Flexible hours)
Fulfilling opportunities to provide care for children with special needs. (Specialized training provided)
Fulfilling opportunities to provide care for children with special needs. (Specialized training provided)
Earn $319.00 per child per week (maximum of 6 children per week).
Earn additional income per week by providing Expanded Child Care.
Earn $319 per child per week (maximum of 6 children per week). Earn additional income per week by providing Expanded Child Care.
Individuals caring for other families’ children for more than 10 hours a week on a regular basis must be certified to provide child care on base.
Limited care will be available this day. Registration opens Mon 3 Aug–Fri 14 Aug
Employment is transferable and portable.
Employment is transferable and portable.
Cash Incentive Bonuses.
Cash Incentive Bonuses.
Individuals caring for other families’ children for more than 10 hours a week on a regular basis must be certified to provide child care on base.
Get paid to watch your own children. ($75.00 to $100.00 per week).
Get paid to watch your own children. ($75 to $100 per week).
8088 25th St • 907.552.3114
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Tues 11 Aug • 11 AM – 1:30 PM
Back to BASE.ics
Get ready for a throwback experience as we wrap up summer with a communitypowered resource party! It's time to bring everyone back to BASE.ics with nostalgic flavors, exciting activities, and meaningful connections to last beyond the season!
MONTHLY LTO'S
(LIMITED TIME OFFERS)
Aug 2026
Garden Vegetable Wrap
Whole wheat tortilla filled with
Enjoy a classic fare menu with tasty twists including:
Tomato Soup Grilled Cheese
Tuna Noodle Casserole
Country Meatloaf
Jalapeño Mac & Cheese
Green Beans Gremolata
Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes
QUARTERLY LTO'S
(LIMITED TIME OFFERS)
Wrap It UP – Jalapeño ranch garden wrap with romaine lettuce, arugula, cabbage, tomato, cucumber, feta, garbanzo beans,
8-9 AUG
Join us for a wonderful weekend full of world class performers!
Blue Angels
- Undaunted Airshows LLC
- Kyle Fowler Aerosports - Skip Stewart Airshows The Golden Knights
Don't miss this incredible weekend of thrilling aerial performances, precision flying, and unforgettable entertainment for the whole family.
PREMIUM
SEATING: RAPTOR & SPARTAN CLUB
Enhance your Arctic Thunder Open House experience with premium seating options that include convenient parking near the flight line entrance; tickets are available per day, with 1 premium parking pass included for every 2 tickets purchased.
NOVELTIES
Looking for a great souvenir to remember the weekend forever?
• Arctic Thunder Open House memorabilia will be available for purchase!
• Over 90 separate food vendors available, including on-base booster clubs and local food vendors.
Open House
AUG 2026 EVENTS CALENDAR
Thu, 20 Aug • 4–8 PM LEAGUE WARM UP NIGHT
League Season is fast approaching! Time to get out and put some time on the lanes to warm up! Come out and knock the dust off your game! JBER Life Members: $3.00 non-member: $3.50 per game for league members! (must show your current USBC card for special price!)
Sign Up at the Front Desk for the League Meeting. Fri, 28 Aug • 7 PM JBER MIXED LEAGUE
CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY PARTIES! PLEASE COME CELEBRATE AND JOIN US FOR YOUR
MEAL CARDS ARE WELCOME AT FROST BITES Frost Bites is located
INTERESTED IN AN ADULT LEAGUE?
Intramural and Mixed League options to fit everyone’s schedule beginning in September! SUN MON TUE WED
1v1 vs. race at 150cc 4 RACES
Personal (Original Model) Pro Controllers are welcomed but will be inspected by Tournament Coordinator prior to being used.
• DOUBLE ELIMINATION
MINIMUM
• FINALS WILL RUN 8 RACES
• NORMAL ITEMS
• HARD COM with ALL VEHICLES RANDOM COURSES
• SEMI-FINALS WILL RUN 6 RACES
1st Place - $100 2nd Place - $50 3rd Place - $25
While stationed in Alaska, you’re eligible to join Club 49, a free travel bene ts program for Alaska residents. Get two free checked bags always, and up to ve when traveling on orders. Join today at Club49Hub.com.
9497 20th St. • 907.753.2378
Departs Anchorage · 6:45 AM
Arrives Seward · 11:20 AM
Departs Seward · 6:00 PM
Arrives Anchorage · 10:15 PM
Now - Sun 13 Sept
Anchorage to Seward one way
Ages (2–11): $51 per person
Ages (12+): $100 per person
Anchorage to Seward Round Trip
Ages (2–11): $85 per person
Ages (12+): $170 per person
Goldstar one way
Ages (2–11): $122 per person
Ages (12+): $208 per person
Goldstar Round Trip
Ages (2–11): $208 per person
Adventures by True North
Half Day Knik River Tour
Now–Sun, 13 Sept • 9 AM
4 to 5 hour following the creek to the river delta down to the Knik River, a diverse set of landscapes and wildlife views from the kayak or SUP.
Ages (5+): $195 per person
Fishing by Kayak
Now–Tue, 15 Sep • 9 AM OR 3PM
3–hour fishing charter on kayaks or SUP along the river ways of the Chugach Mountains and Reflection Lake. Gear, snacks and drinks provided.
Moose Pass Adventures
Trail Lake Kayak Tour
Now–Tue, 15 Sep • 9 AM and 4:30 PM
Guided 3–hour kayak tour in the Chugach Mountains.
Ages (5+): $118 per person
Grant Lake Hike and Kayak Tour
Now–Sun, 30 Aug • 8:30 AM and 1 PM
Full day kayak and hike to Grant
Talkeetna River Guides
Chulitna River Float
Now–Mon, 31 Aug • 1 PM
4–hour tour rafting through the pristine Alaska Range wilderness beginning in Trapper Creek.
Ages (8–10): $130 per person
Ages (11+): $150 per person
Sunny Cove Sea Kayaking
Fox Island Morning Kayak & Cruise
Now–Sun, 30 Aug • 8:30 AM and 4 PM
3–hour morning kayak tour in Resurrection Bay, Lunch on Fox Island and a 3 hour cruise to follow.
Ages (8+): $270 Per Person
UNITE
YOUR EVENT, OUR MONEY
The UNITE program benefits all Airmen, including Active Duty, Reserve, Guard and APF/NAF Civilians. Anyone in the squadron can plan a UNITE event.
All UNITE requests due to the UNITE office NLT 30 Sept Up to $15 per person/activity & $6 per person/food
Located inside Arctic Oasis Bldg. 9497 20th St · 907.691.4094
Plan today! Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/jberunite/
FRIDAY 25 SEPT
OUTSIDE EVENT — FOOD — SOUVENIRS — ENTERTAINMENT — ADULT BEVERAGES AVAILABLE FOR
DEADLINE TO REGISTER | FRI 18 SEPT LIMITED AVAILABILITY
To register and for more info: 773FSS.FSW.JBER_MEMBERSHIP@us.af.mil
ONE LOVE ENDLESS OPPORTUN ONE LOVE ENDLESS OPPORTU TUNITIES ONE LOVE NOW HIRING MANAGERS
Membership MOOLA at Thirsty Thursdays! Every Thursday • 4–6 PM Must be a JBERLife! member and in attendance to win! Unclaimed $500 will roll over to next week's drawing. Each week will increase by $100 until claimed.
(ARCTIC WARRIOR EVENTS CENTER) 9387 Kuter Ave. • 907.552.2345 August Moola Munchies Wings & Cheese Curds Cheeseburger Sliders 8/20: Pizza 8/27: Mini Deli Sandwiches
MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS CENTERS
Army Community Service • 600 Richardson Dr, Rm A139 • 907.384.1517
Military & Family Readiness • 4984 & 4986 Zuckert Avenue • 907.552.4943
MONE Y MATTER$
Ditch the Dorms & Barracks Breakout
Tues, 11 Aug • 1:30–3:30 PM
Bldg 600 Richardson Dr., Rm A135
Take the first step in your journey to moving out of unaccompanied housing! Discover how your finances will change, compare housing options, paperwork involved, and other expenses that come with moving out of the Barracks or Dorms. This class is mandatory before scheduling a one-on-one appointment to receive your supporting documents for your move out packet from M&FRC or ACS.
Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP)
Voting Assistance Workshop
REGISTER
FOR EVENTS ON
Tockify @ https://tockify.com/ jbermfrc or scan this QR code.
Fri, 7 Aug • 9–11 AM • 1 PM–3 PM
Richardson Education Center, Bldg 7 Chilkoot Ave., Rm 114
This workshop is designed to train Voting Assistance Officers (VAOs) operating at the installation or unit levels and will be presented by a facilitator from the Federal Voting Assistance Program. It will provide attendees with critical information on the voting process, resources and tools needed for the successful performance of VAO duties. All are welcome!
Questions? Call the Installation Voting Assistance Office at 907-384-8684.
Commander
’s Key S upport Program
Voting Assistance Workshop
Wed, 19 Aug • 9:30 AM–12:30 PM
5–6:30 PM (Virtual) 4986 Zuckert Ave
The Commander ’s Key Support Program (CKSP) is an official Unit Family Readiness Program designed to enhance readiness and establish a sense of community. Immersion and Annual Training.
•Mandatory training for command appointed new Key Support Liaisons (KSL) and Key Support Mentors (KSM) who have completed initial training online or at a previous duty station.
•Required annual training for all KSL and KSM participants to review current Sexual Assault Prevention & Response protocols and resources.
•Covers installation specific information to empower KSL/KSM participants to establish and build spouse and unit community resilience.
Key Support Mentor Training
Voting Assistance Workshop
Wed, 19 Aug • 1:30–3 PM
4986 Zuckert Ave
•Mandatory training for Mentors who volunteer for their units and have completed the immersion & annual training.
•Position serves as an advisor to the Key Support Liaisons, provides knowledge and understanding of
Closed Sat, 8 Aug & Sun, 9 Aug for
MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS
POLAR BOWL
ARCTIC OASIS
OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER
FAMILY CHILD CARE OFFICE
CLOSURES
SKI AREA
Directory
FAMILY
Child Development Centers (CDC)
SITKA CENTER
907.552.6403
6376 15th St
Mon–Fri: 6 AM–5:30 PM
Federal Holidays: Closed
Resiliency Days: Limited care available
TALKEETNA CENTER
907.384.0686
11 5th St
Mon–Fri: 6 AM–5:30 PM
Federal Holidays: Closed
Resiliency Days: Limited care available
Family Child Care (FCC)
907.552.3995
5091 10th St
Mon–Fri
Walk ins: 8 AM–11 AM
By appointments: 11 AM–5 PM
Resiliency Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
►8–9 AUG: CLOSED
Instructional Youth Programs
907.384.1506
297 6th St
Mon–Fri: 9 AM– 6 PM
Resiliency Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
School Age Centers
907.384.1068
36100 Grady Hwy
Mon–Fri: 6–9:30 AM & 3–5:30 PM
Resiliency Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
KETCHIKAN
907.552.5091
7163 11th St
Mon–Fri: 6–9:30 AM & 3–5:30 PM
Resiliency Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
School Liaison Services
907.384.7500/1505
600 Richardson Dr, Rm A–115
Mon–Fri: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Resiliency Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
Youth / Teen Centers
2RIVERS
907.384.1508
297 6th St
SUMMER BREAK HOURS:
Mon–Fri: 10–6 PM
Resiliency Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
KENNECOTT
907.552.2266
6104 Carswell Ave
SUMMER BREAK HOURS:
Mon–Fri: 10–6 PM
Resiliency Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
Youth Sports
907.552.3215
6104 Carswell Ave
Mon–Fri: 12–5 PM
Resiliency Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
Aero Club
907.552.5435
Hangar 7, 10286 Taxi Way #P
Mon–Fri: 10 AM–3 PM
Resiliency Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
Arctic Oasis Community Center
907.552.8528
9497 20th St
MAY–AUG
Tue–Fri: 9 AM–5 PM
Sat & Resiliency Days: 10 AM –5 PM
Sun, Mon & Federal Holidays: Closed ►8–9 AUG: CLOSED
Arts & Crafts Center
907.384.3717
755 D St
CERAMICS & POTTERY
FRAME SHOP
ENGRAVING SHOP
Tue–Fri: 8 AM–4 PM
Sat: 10 AM–4 PM
Resiliency Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
Auto Hobby
907.384.3718
755 D St
Mon–Wed: Closed
Thur–Sun: 11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Resiliency Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
Igloo Lounge at Polar Bowl
7176 Fighter Dr
Mon–Wed: Closed
Thur: 5–8 PM
Fri & Sat: 5–10 PM
Sun: Closed
Federal Holidays: Closed ►8–9 AUG: CLOSED
Information, Tickets & Travel
907.753.2378
9497 20th St
Mon–Fri: 9:30 AM–5:30 PM
Sat & Sun: Closed
Resiliency Days: 10 AM–2PM
Federal Holidays: Closed
Library
907.384.1640 • Fax 907.384.1951
7 Fourth St • jberlibrary@gmail.com
Mon & Fri: 9 AM–6 PM
Tue & Thur: 9 AM–7 PM
Wed: 10 AM–6 PM
Sat: 10 AM–5 PM
Sun, Resiliency Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
Fireweed Lounge
907.552.3298
9387 Kuter Ave
Thur: 4–6 PM
Fri & Wed: Closed Resiliency Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
Polar Bowl
907.552.BOWL (2695)
7176 Fighter Dr
Mon–Wed: Closed
Thur: 12–8 PM
Fri & Sat: 12–10 PM
Sun: 1–6 PM
Federal Holidays: Closed ►8–9 AUG: CLOSED
Talkeetna Theater
7126 Fighter Dr
Mon–Fri: 6 AM–8 PM
Resiliency Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
Warrior Zone
907.384.9006
655 Richardson Dr
Tue–Thur: 9 AM–5 PM
Fri & Sat: 12–8 PM
Sun & Mon: Closed
Federal Holidays: Closed
JBADD
907.384.RIDE (7433)
BOSS
907.384.9023/907.406.4405
Buckner Fitness Center
907.384.1308
690 D St
Mon–Fri: 5 AM – 9 PM
Sat–Sun: 11 AM–7PM
Training Days & Resiliency Days: 7 AM–7 PM Federal Holidays: Fitness Access Only
BUCKNER FITNESS POOL
907.384.1301/1302
Visit jberlife.com/buckner-pool for current hours.
POLAR PARADISE POOL ($6.50)
907.384.1302
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed Visit jberlife.com/polar-paradise-pool for current hours.
Elmendorf Fitness Center
907.552.3624
9510 22nd St
Mon–Fri: 4:30 AM – 9 PM
Sat: 7 AM–3PM
Resiliency Days: 7 AM–7 PM
Federal Holidays: Fitness Access Only
ELMENDORF FITNESS POOL
907.552.9890
Federal Holidays: Closed Visit jberlife.com/efc-pool for current hours.
Hangar 5
907.552.3624
7309 Johnson Ave
STAFFED HOURS
Mon–Fri: 6 AM–9 AM & 3 PM–6 PM
Training Days, Resiliency Days & Federal Holidays: 24/7 Access Available
LODGING
Alaska Fisher House
907.222.1673
4943 Zeamer Ave
Mon–Fri: 8 AM–4 PM
Resiliency Days: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Federal Holidays: Closed
Air Force Inns (Lodging)
907.552.2454
7153 Fighter Dr
Open 24/7
Frost Bites at Polar Bowl
7176 Fighter Dr
Tue–Wed: 10:30 AM–2 PM
Thur: 10:30 AM–7 PM
Fri: 10:30 AM–9 PM
Sat: 12–9 PM
Sun–Mon: Closed
Federal Holidays: Closed ►8–9 AUG: CLOSED
Grizzly Grill
907.384.1780
27000 Arctic Valley Rd
Iditarod DFAC
907.552.3114
8088 25th St
MON–FRI
Breakfast: 6–8:30 AM
Lunch: 11 AM–1:30 PM
Dinner: 4:30–6:30 PM
Late Night: 10 PM–12 AM
SAT, SUN & FEDERAL HOLIDAYS
Breakfast: 6:30–8:30 AM
Lunch: 10:30 AM–1:30 PM
Dinner: 4:30–6:30 PM
Late Night: 10 PM–12 AM
Good Day: 6 AM–6:30 PM & 10–12 AM
Provisions On Demand (POD)
907.551.0850
16710 Talley Ave
Mon–Fri: 7 AM–8 PM
UTA Weekends: 6 AM–7 PM
Resiliency Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
Revolution Coffee Co.
9497 20th St
Mon–Fri: 7 AM–6 PM
Sat: 10 AM–4 PM
Sun: Closed
Wilderness Inn Restaurant
907.384.6048
647 C St
MON–FRI
Breakfast: 7–9 AM
Lunch: 11 AM–1 PM
Dinner: 4:30–6 PM
SAT, SUN, TRAINING DAYS, FAMILY DAYS & FEDERAL HOLIDAYS
Brunch: 10 AM–2 PM
Supper: 4–5:30 PM
OUTDOOR
Hillberg Ski Area
907.552.4838
23400 41st St
►CLOSED FOR THE SEASON
Moose Run Golf Course
907.384.4653
27000 Arctic Valley Rd
CLUBHOUSE
Visit mooserungolfcourse.com for current hours.
►WEATHER AND CONDITION DEPENDENT
Otter Lake
907.854.1734
65536 Otter Lake Rd
Sun–Sat: 12–6:30 PM
Resiliency Days & Federal Holidays: 12–6:30 PM
WARRIOR XTREME PAINTBALL
907.854.1734
Upper Otter Lake Rd (By reservation)
Outdoor Recreation Center
907.552.2022
794 Davis Hwy
CAMPGROUNDS
EQUIPMENT RENTALS
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE PROGRAM
RV STORAGE
Mon–Fri: 9 AM–6 PM
Sat–Sun: Closed
Resiliency Days & Federal Holidays: Closed ►8–9 AUG: CLOSED
SKEET, TRAP & ARCHERY RANGE
907.384. 7981
45–100 Circle Dr
SEP–NOV & MAR–MAY
Mon–Thur: Closed Fri–Sun: 12–5 PM Federal Holidays: Closed