Check out what each Fort Drum directorate has on the docket for October 2014.

1. October 2014 CLIF Notes 1
CLIF NOTES FOR THE FORT DRUM COMMUNITY
October 2014
1. AMERICAN RED CROSS (ARC)
2. ARMY CAREER &ALUMNI PROGRAM (ACAP)
3. ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS)
4. ARMY CONTINUING EDUCATION SYSTEM
5. BETTER OPPORTUNITIES FOR SINGLE SOLDIERS (BOSS)
6. CHAPEL
7. CYSS SCHOOL LIAISON SERVICES (SLS)
8. CYSS SKIES
9. CYSS SPORTS
10. CYSS YOUTH CENTER
11. DIRECTORATE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES (DES)
12. EXCHANGE
13. FAMILY AND MORALE, WELFARE AND RECREATION (MWR)
14. FISH &WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
15. FORT DRUM MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HOMES (MCH)
16. FORT DRUM THRIFT SHOP
17. HOUSING
18. INTRAMURAL SPORTS PROGRAM
19. McEWEN LIBRARY
20. MEDDAC
21. MONTI
22. NORTH COUNTRY SPOUSES CLUB
23. OFF THE BEATIN' PATH GIFTS (OTBP)
24. PARENT TO PARENT (PtoP)
25. PARKS AND RECREATION
26. SAFETY
27. USO - FORT DRUM
28. VETERINARY SERVICES
1. AMERICAN RED CROSS (ARC) CHERYL DEAN, 315-772-6561
 NEW VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION: Will be held on 5 November, 1:00 pm in the ARC Office, RM B1-35 in Clark Hall, please call to sign up or stop by our office.
 DENTAL ASSISTANT TRAINING: Application packets available for pick-up through 30 November
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Email Address: drum@redcross.org
Click the hyperlinks Website: www.redcross.org
Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/American-Red-Cross-Fort-Drum/253705811335340
2. ARMY CAREER & ALUMNI PROGRAM (ACAP) LORRIE GULER, 315-772-3284
 ACAP HAS A NEW NAME! The Soldier for Life: Transition Assistance Program will provide the same great service, just under a different name!
 SFL-TAP SEMINARS: Call the SFL-TAP Center at 772-3434/3286 to reserve a seat in seminars. The following seminars are scheduled:
o Boots 2 Business – 3-4 Nov, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
o Advanced Resume – 17 Nov, 8:00 am - 10:00 am
o Federal Resume – 17 Nov, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
o Advanced Interview – 17 Nov, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
o Technical Track- 5-6 & 18-19 Nov, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
o Education Track – 3-4, 5-6, 12-13, 17-18, 19-20, 24-25 Nov 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
o Career Fair- 12 Nov 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at The Commons
o Healthcare Career Fair – 13 Nov 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at The Commons
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Email: lorrie.s.guler.civ@mail.mil
Click the hyperlinks Website: www.acap.army.mil
Facebook: www.facebook.com/DrumACAP
3. ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) CATHY FERRAN, 315-772-4979
 COUPON CLUB - 3 November, 10:00 am – 11:30 am, ACS - Learn tips for getting the most out of your coupons. For more information call, 315-772-5914.
 RESILIENCE TRAINING - 13 November - 9:30 am – 2:00 pm, ACS. Explore resilience competencies and learn the skills of goal setting and identifying your thinking style. For more information call 772-2848.
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 HOLIDAY STRESS MANAGEMENT - 17 November, 9:00 am – 11:00 am, ACS. Don’t damper your Holidays with stress. Learn tips to ease the stress so you can enjoy your Holidays! For more information, call 772-5914.
 AUTISM SUPPORT GROUP - 21 November, 9:30 am – 10:30 am, SFAC (across from Guthrie Clinic). For more information, please call, 772-5476
ACS CALENDAR including all November events can be found at: www.drummwr.com/ArmyCommunityService.htm
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Website: www.drummwr.com/ArmyCommunityService.htm
Click the hyperlinks Facebook: www.facebook.com/FortDrumACSOutreach
4. ARMY CONTINUING EDUCATION SYSTEM (ACES) MARY ANNE VAUGHN, 315-772-0343
 ACT Examinations: are offered every other month to eligible service members. The first exam will be held on Tuesday, 28 October, 9:00 am in Room 138 of the Education Center, 4300 Camp Hale Road. Soldiers should contact either the Education Center at 315-772-6878 or the WTU Counselor at 315-772-3892, for information and registration.
 New tuition assistance policy changes: effective 1 October 2013: No fees will be paid using tuition assistance funds. Tuition requests must be APPROVED before the start date of the class.
 American Education Week: 17-21 November 2014. Stay updated for this event through our Facebook page. Events will be held at the Education Center on 18 November 2014. Come join us!!
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Website: www.goarmyed.com
Click the hyperlinks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Fort-Drum-Army-Education-Center/321867727827654?ref=hl
5. BETTER OPPORTUNITIES FOR SINGLE SOLDIERS (BOSS) MICHELLE RODEN, 315 772-7807
 Fort Drum Hunt The Greatest Installation Scavenger Hunt the Army Has Ever Seen or GISHAHES (Gish Hahs) – 14-20 November. It’s a “game” where BOSS presents the players from all over the installation a long list of items to accomplish. Then people collectively in their respective teams divvy up and pursue these items, making incredible crazy art, performing wild things in public, and partaking in heart-warming community service projects. The team receives “points” for every item that is accomplished. The list will include a number of items or actions that must be made, found or accomplished, and then photographed or filmed and uploaded to Facebook, YouTube or instagram with the link to the content submitted on our website. It sounds complicated but the Hunt website is easy to navigate and use. Gish Hahs items have ranged from “random kindness items” like “Take a picture of you hugging a War Veteran” or “giving coats to a homeless shelter” to sublime items like “Take a picture of a stormtrooper cleaning a pool next to a sunbather” or “create a 2-foot tall seagull made entirely from sanitary napkins.” Whichever team receives the most points by scavenging the most items (quality counts!), will win an all expense-paid trip to somewhere incredible. Open to all Single Soldiers attached to Fort Drum. Team event of 4 players. $25 per team to enter. Money gets you into the game and a change to win the grand prize. All submission must be posted no later than midnight on 20 November.
 BOSS Invades Atkins - 22 November Compete in a functional fitness challenge from 10:00 am- 1:00 pm at Atkins Functional Fitness Facility. Pre-register for free at Atkins Functional Fitness Facility, Jack T Sweet BOSS Center, and Nash Blvd. BOSS Center. Open to ID Card holders 17 years and older. Male and female categories.
 Home for the Holidays – BOSS invites you to feel at Home for the Holidays on 27 November, 11:00 am – 11:00 pm, at their Nash Boulevard Center when they open their doors to an old fashioned Thanksgiving. Roasted turkey with all of the traditional side dishes will be offered starting at 2:00 pm. Along with the great meal watch the football games on their many big screen TVs. Available will be gaming, billiards, and Cyber Café for keeping in touch with friends and family. The BOSS Center is your home away from home throughout the holidays.
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Email Address: michelle.m.roden.naf@mail.mil
Click the hyperlinks Website: www.drummwr.com/BOSS.htm
Facebook: www.facebook.com/fortdrum.boss

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6. CHAPEL CATHIE WAMPLER, 315-774-4002
 FAITH-BASED COUNSELLING and COACHING: Contact the Spiritual Fitness Center at 772-5540 to sign up for your Personal Spiritual Fitness Coach!
 CATHOLIC WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL: Meets every Wednesday morning at the Main Post Chapel from 9:30 am-12:00 pm. Watch- care is provided. POC: President Nancy Belmont at missusbelmont@yahoo.com or 804-516-3645
 PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL: Meets every Tuesday morning at the Main Post Chapel from 9:30 am – 12:00 pm. Watch- care is provided. For more information contact us at pwocfortdrum@gmail.com
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? On Duty Chaplain 772-5591; After Duty Hours Chaplain 772-5647
Click the hyperlinks Email: Catherine.m.wampler.civ@mail.mil
Website: Fort Drum Religious Support
7. CYSS SCHOOL LIAISON SERVICES (SLS) MICHELE CARLTON 772-3214
 COLLEGE BOUND - Seniors should be narrowing down their college selections. Seniors and Juniors should visit college open houses, many of which are held in the Fall. Seniors and Juniors should also make sure their course content is rigorous. Both Seniors and Juniors should be looking at scholarship requirements. See your school guidance counselor for information. All schools hold a financial night for both parents and students to explain the processes involved. Look for that night at your school. Seniors should be applying for the colleges of their choice by Thanksgiving as many colleges will make early decision determinations by the end of the year.
 ACT/SAT: Seniors should retake the tests to get as high a score as possible and Juniors should start taking the tests. See your guidance counselor for info and remember there is a registration process and fees. Required to register for the tests, in most cases, 30 days prior to exam date.
 HOLIDAY EXTENDED LEAVE - Holidays are a time for families to get together. However most of your families live far away and in order to get together with them you have to leave the area. If you plan to take your students out of school for a short extended period of time, please let your school know as they may be able to provide your student with work to do while on leave so as not to be so far behind when they return to school. Please try to schedule leaves around the school breaks as much as possible to avoid your student from falling behind in their education.
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Email: michele.l.carlton.naf@mail.mil
Click the hyperlinks Website: www.drummwr.com
8. CYSS SKIES DEB KENNEDY, 315- 772-6551
• TAEKWONDO CLASSES: Martial Arts training for grades 1-12, Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Cost is $70 per month, and classes run between 6:00 pm - 8:15 pm each night. Program is a monthly-billed program – payments due by the first of each month.
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Email: deborah.l.kennedy14.naf@mail.mil
Click the hyperlinks Website: www.drummwr.com/SKIES.html
Facebook: www.facebook.com/FortDrumSkies
9. CYSS SPORTS JON BURNARD, 315-772-4102
• BASKETBALL, 5th-6th GRADE: Registration runs through 1 January 2015. Open for 5th-6th grade. The fee for this program is $40. The season runs from 5 January – 11 March 2015.
• MINI BASKETBALL - Registration runs through 1 January 2015. Open for 4-5 year olds. The fee for this program is $20. The season runs from 6 January – 24 February 2015.
• WRESTLING: Registration runs through 9 January 2015. Open for ages 5-13. The fee for this program is $45. The season begins 13 January 2015.
Volunteer coaches are needed for basketball. Please stop by P-10790 Chapel Drive for information and to sign up to coach our youth programs.

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NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Email: Jonathan.m.burnard.naf@mail.mil
Click the hyperlinks Website: www.drummwr.com/YouthSports.htm
Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/FORT-DRUM-MOUNTAINEER-CYSS-SPORTS/214490878183
10. CYSS YOUTH CENTER STEVE FERGUSON, 315- 772-6717
 Get In the Act – Thursdays, 13 November – 5 February, 5:00 pm-6:30 pm. This free program held at the Youth Center is to help prepare Middle School youth to be successful in their first “paying” job. It helps develop life skills that are important in the workplace including problem-solving, critical thinking, teamwork and ethical decision-making, 6th – 8th grade youth are eligible to register for this program. Please register by 7 November.
• Midnight Sports – Friday, 14 November, 8:00 pm – 12:00 am. For this event 6th-12th grade youth are eligible to participate in a basketball tournament at the Youth Center. Contests, music, and snacks will be provided. Cost is $5 for members and $7 for non- members. We will have a blind draw to determine teams so youth participating in the game should be here by 8:00 pm. Regular program closes at 8:00 pm.
• National Native American Heritage Event – Saturday, 29 November, 6:00 pm-8:00 pm. This event will be hosted at the Youth Center for grades 6th-12th. Come and join the fun and learn about the Native American Culture. We will have cultural games, activities and food tasting provided by the Ethnic Observance Cooking Club. The event is free.
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Email: steven.a.ferguson.civ@mail.mil
Click the hyperlinks Website: www.drummwr.com/YouthServices.htm
Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Fort-Drum-CYSS-YouthProgram/370723860409
11. DIRECTORATE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES (DES) CHIEF JULIAN, 315-772-4483
• EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS: 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
• PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY: Do not leave your vehicle unattended and unlocked. Do not leave valuables in plain view in unlocked or locked vehicles. Prevent Crimes of Opportunity.
• WINTER PARKING: From 1 November to 1 April parking on the roadways in the housing areas is prohibited. This is important due to snow removal operations and also for providing adequate room for Emergency vehicles during the winter months. Also make sure all fire hydrants are clear of snow.
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Email: todd.m.julian.civ@mail.mil
Click the hyperlinks Facebook: www.facebook.com/fortdrumfes
12. EXCHANGE THEA SARVER, 315-773-5631
 MAIN STORE: November 8: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Operation Safe Child; November 13: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Meet the Manager; November 15: 2:00 pm Holiday Fashion show; November 22: Children’s Thanksgiving Craft event from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm; November 27: Closed Happy Thanksgiving! November 28: open at 4:00 am to start off your Holiday shopping events! November 29: open at 6:00 am; November 30: open at 10:00 am
 PX MALL: 28-30 November: Fall Craft Fair
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Website: www.shopmyexchange.com
Click the hyperlinks Facebook: www.facebook.com/AAFES.BX.PX

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13. FAMILY AND MORALE, WELFARE AND RECREATION (MWR) HAROLD GREER, 315-772-5685
 HAUNTED HAYRIDE - The Annual Haunted Hayride at Remington Park on October 24, 2014 will begin at 6:00 pm Family and MWR will go all out by inviting ghosts, goblins, ghouls and witches. Take a tour through the Haunted House as well as the hayride through the park and then roast marshmallows on the campfire while you enjoy your hot chocolate. Parking and shuttles take place at the Magrath Sports Complex. This is a free event for all DOD ID card holders.
 HALLOWEEN HAYRIDE - The Commons will host a Halloween Hayride on October 29, 2014 from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm; Costume party along with a Hayride, adults $7.00 and children 8 and under $4.00 for buffet.
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Email: erin.k.barrett.naf@mail.mil
Click the hyperlinks Website: www.drummwr.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/DrumFMWR
14. FISH & WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM RAYMOND RAINBOLT, 315-772-9636
• FORT DRUM RECREATION PASSES – Recreational activities including fishing, hunting, wildlife viewing, hiking, etc. are allowed on Fort Drum with a Fort Drum Recreational Access Pass. Fort Drum access passes are available on-line for free. New York State licenses are also required for hunting, fishing and trapping. See the Fish & Wildlife Management Program’s web site for more information and passes: www.FortDrum.iSportsman.net.
• HUNTING SEASON IN THE CANTONMENT AREA CONTINUES – In an effort to manage the white-tailed deer population in the Cantonment Area as well as provide recreational opportunities, hunting with a bow or crossbow is allowed only in designated areas of the Cantonment Area by DoD ID card holders only. To hunt in the Cantonment Area, all hunters must first show their shooting proficiency and qualify with a bow and/or crossbow. Qualifications occur near Bldg. S-2509 during scheduled times in September; qualifications will continue through the season by appointment. Hunting season continues through December 14. See the Fish & Wildlife Management Program’s web site for more information and a map of designated areas: www.FortDrum.iSportsman.net.
• QUESTIONS/CONCERNS/VIOLATIONS – If you have questions or concerns, contact the Fort Drum Fish & Wildlife Management Program Office (315-772-9636 / 772-9303 / 772-0053). If you wish to report a violation, contact the Military Police (772-5156).
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Email: Raymond.E.Rainbolt.civ@mail.mil
Click the hyperlinks Website: www.FortDrum.iSportsman.net
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Fort-Drum-Fish-Wildlife-Management- Program/1640465892759058
15. FORT DRUM MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HOMES (MCH) MEGAN KLOSNER, 315-955-6810
 HOMES AVAILABLE TODAY! : Homes for Junior Enlisted and Junior Non-Commissioned Officers available with little to no wait for newly arriving and newly married Soldiers. Contact the Welcome Home Center today! 315.955.6644.
 CHOOSE YOUR SAVINGS! : Two bedroom homes for Junior Non-Commissioned Officers! Move in at the Junior Enlisted Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) rate or choose to receive your first month's rent free*. Two bedroom Junior Non-Commissioned Officers can also choose their home from multiple available units. Those interested are encouraged to contact the Welcome Home Center for additional details 315-955-6644. *Offer ending October 31, 2014.
 UPCOMING EVENTS: We invite our residents to join us for some great events planned for November. Craft & Movie Day 10 November, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Crescent Woods Community Center; Movie Day 12 November, 2:00 pm- 4:00 pm, Rhicard Hills Community Center; Turkey Crafts 13 November, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, Adirondack Creek Community Center; Thanksgiving Celebration & Can Food Drive, 14 November, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, Monument Ridge Community Center. Hope to see you there!
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Website: www.fortdrummch.com
Click the hyperlinks Facebook: www.facebook.com/fortdrummch
16. FORT DRUM THRIFT SHOP BRE AYERS, 315-772-7189
 STORE HOURS: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 9:30 am - 2:00 pm. Consignments taken 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
 SATURDAY BAG SALES: 4 October, 1 November, 6 December, 9:30 am - 2:00 pm

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 LIKE US ON FACEBOOK: https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=283730534983453&_rdr
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Fort-Drum-Thrift-Shop/283730534983453
Click the hyperlinks Website: http://thriftshopinc.webs.com
Email: thriftshopfd@hotmail.com
17. HOUSING BILL BAMANN, 315-772-7256
AVAILABLE RENTAL MARKET: Off post rental market vacancies are now between 3% and 4% overall. There continues to be choices available for most categories of rental housing. On-post Family Housing has two bedroom homes readily available as well as one and two bedroom apartments for unaccompanied Soldiers at The Timbers on post. Many new rentals off post are still being constructed and will come on-line later the fall and into next year. Check with Fort Drum’s Welcome Home Center at Clark Hall for the latest information on availability of approved adequate rentals.
• APPROVED ADEQUATE RENTAL HOUSING: The Department of Defense’s new housing referral website, www.homes.mil, for use in finding approved available rental housing, is delayed indefinitely due to certification isues. It’s the intent that once homes .mil becomes fully operational, it will be the primary source for approved, available, adequate rentals. Currently, the list of approved, available, adequate rentals is hand generated and available at the Welcome Home Center at Cark Hall. Many rentals advertised in local periodicals and on-line listings have not been inspected and approved as adequate for military renters. If you do use another source for rental information, be sure to check with the housing office to be sure it’s an approved rental before entering into any agreement or request an inspection by our trained specialists.
• ARMY COMMUNITY HOUSING OFFICE CAN HELP: Never enter into a lease without checking first with the Army Community Housing Office to see if the rental you are contemplating has been inspected by us for basic safety and habitability issues. Always get your lease reviewed by Legal Assistance or the Army Community Housing Office prior to signing to be sure all your rights are safeguarded. The Army Community Housing Office at Clark Hall (Rm A2-54) is always available to assist Soldiers with any off-post housing issue, from finding the right housing and rental inspections to resolving landlord-tenant disputes . Stop in or call 772- 6883/772-9397 to speak to a counselor.
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Email: william.l.bamann@us.army.mil or trudy.d.corbett.civ@mail.mil
Click the hyperlinks Website: www.drum.army.mil/PublicWorks/Pages/Housing.aspx
18. INTRAMURAL SPORTS PROGRAM ALLEN JANSSEN, 315-772-6663
 Scotch Doubles Bowling Tournament will be conducted 1 November, 1:00 pm, at the Pine Plains Bowling Center, P-4320. Tournament is open to all active duty military assigned/attached to Fort Drum, family members 19 years and older, retirees, reservists, National Guard and DoD civilians employed on Fort Drum. Tournament will be two-person teams (any combination). Event is free to participants. Sign-up at the Intramural Sports Office, Bldg P-10050, 772-6663, or day of the event ½ hour before start of tournament.
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Email: allen.y.janssen.naf@mail.mil
Click the hyperlinks Diane.m.sykes.civ@mail.mil
19. McEWEN LIBRARY ALLEN GOUDIE, 315-772-9099
 McEWEN LIBRARY STORY TIME - every Tuesday and Friday, 10:00 am at the library. Children and parents of all ages (toddlers and infants too!) are welcome to attend story time. Stories and crafts, however, are tailored for the younger kids.
 E-Resource Class: Learn how to get the most out of the McEwen Library’s e-resources. Access e-magazines, e-books, audiobooks, streaming video, and databases such as Ancestry.com, Mango Languages, Academic Elite Plus, Military & Government, etc. These resources are FREE. Attendees must have an active library account. Classes are arranged by request by contacting Brenda Greenwood at 772-8506 or brenda.a.greenwood.naf@mail.mil to schedule a date and time.
 THE PAGE TURNER’S BOOK CLUB - Friday 7 November, 6:00 pm at the McEwen Library. Come be a part of the Library’s book club: meet follow club members, discuss books and help decide upcoming titles.
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Email: allen.r.goudie.naf@mail.mil
Click the hyperlinks Website: www.drummwr.com/library.htm
Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Robert-C-McEwen Library/269047099442
Online Card Catalog: http://mylibraryus.armybiznet.com/search~S24
Blackberry or iPhone Access: www.mylibraryusmobile.fmwr.net/

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20. MEDDAC COL MATTNER, 315-772-4024
• NATIONAL LUNG CANCER AWARENESS MONTH: An informational table will be set up at the Soldier Readiness Clinic (SRC) located in Clark Hall on November 20th for the Great American Smoke Out. Also, the MEDDAC Social Committee will be hosting a "Cold Turkey" sandwiches fundraiser at Guthrie Clinic in addition to an informational table. Exact times and updates will be posted on our Facebook page.
• NOVEMBER IS NATIONAL DIABETES MONTH: During American Diabetes Month 2014, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) encourages Americans to get started living a healthy active lifestyle through the America Gets Cooking to Stop Diabetes campaign. Recent estimates project that as many as one in three American adults will have diabetes in 2050 unless we take steps to Stop Diabetes. Learn about your risks- weight, activity level, family history, high blood pressure, or history of gestational diabetes by making an appointment with your PCM team. Anyone can find out great tips, recipes, and more each week by visiting the American Diabetes Association's interactive web page at www.diabetesforecast.org/adm.
• WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW FOR THE 2014-2015 INFLUENZA SEASON: The timing of influenza is very unpredictable and can vary from season to season. CDC recommends a yearly flu vaccine for everyone 6 months of age and older as the first and most important step in protecting against this serious disease. Watch for Guthrie MEDDAC updates for the upcoming Flu Fairs and Inoculation schedules to be published in the Mountaineer, the Guthrie MEDDAC Website and on Social Media Sites.
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Website: www.drum.amedd.army.mil
Click the hyperlinks Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/US-Army-Medical-Department-Activity-Fort-Drum- NY/291076844239665
21. MONTI PHYSICAL FITNESS FACILITY TERRY BUCKLEY, 315-772-4806
 FEATURING AN EVENING YOGA CLASS - Start time will be 5:15 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays. Check the schedule on line https://drummwr.com or https://www.facebook.com/pages/Monti-Physical-Fitness-Center/175507862493965#!/pages/Monti- Physical-Fitness-Center/549486298425547
 3 NEW PERSONAL TRAINERS FOR HIRE AT MONTI PFC - Sign up at Monti Physical Fitness Center, Magrath Sports Complex, or Atkins Functional Fitness Facility for a consult ($10 charge) to determine if this is the program for you.
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Email: terry.l.buckley.2.naf@mail.mil
Click the hyperlinks Website: www.drummwr.com/PhysicalFitnessCenters.htm
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Monti-Physical-Fitness-Center/175507862493965
22. NORTH COUNTRY SPOUSES’ CLUB (NCSC) STEPHANIE MCDONALD, PRESIDENT
• MONTHLY LUNCHEON: 15 October, 11:00 am at the Commons.
• 24th ANNUAL CRAFT AND ANTIQUE FAIR: 15 November at Bruce Wright Memorial Conference Center (Faichney Drive in Watertown). Admission is $3, 12 & under free VENDORS NEEDED: The deadline for vendors to apply for the craft fair is 15 October. Please visit our website for the application or contact NCSCCraftFair@gmail.com for more information.
 SAVE THE DATE: 4th Annual Tree & Wreath Auction. 22 November, 6:00 pm at The Commons. NCSCFundraising@gmail.com for more information.
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Website: http://northcountryspousesclub.weebly.com/
Click the hyperlinks Email: NCSCPresident@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/#!/NorthCountrySpousesClub
23. OFF THE BEATIN' PATH GIFTS (OTBP) KIM HOLT, 315-774-0253
 HOURS: Our hours are Monday through Friday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Closed holidays and DONSAs
 SPECIALS: Our October Special is 25% off all Candles!! Great time to stock up, we have lots of fall scents!!

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 VOLUNTEERS: We are always looking for volunteers! If you’d like to spend 2-4 hours of your week with us, please let me know! Call or email at the contacts above.
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/otbpgifts
Click the hyperlinks Email: OTBPGiftshop@gmail.com
24. PARENT TO PARENT (PtoP) ALISON FISHER, 315 777-4496
 Story Time Events: 4 November 10:00 am, McEwen Library, Fort Drum "The Very Hungry Caterpillar"
 18 November 10:00 am, McEwen Library Fort Drum "Giving Thanks"
 CELEBRITY READER: 19 November, 6:00 pm, The Commons, Celebrity Reader, "H is for Honor" - First 25 Families to purchase a buffet receive a free copy of the book courtesy of FMWR and the School Liaison Officer. All are welcome to participate in the story time and Family activities.
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Email Address: ptop.drum@militarychild.org
Click the hyperlinks Website: http://www.militarychild.org/parents-and-students/programs/parent-to-parent/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Parent-to-Parent-Fort-Drum-NY/635828843100184
25. PARKS & RECREATION EUGENE SPENCER, 315-772-6568
 MACY’S DAY PARADE - Outdoor Recreation will be offering a trip to New York City to enjoy the festivities of the Macy’s Day Parade on 26-28 November. The cost of this trip will be $180 per adult and $90 per child (0-10 years old). Please pre-register by 6 November. Please see Outdoor Recreation and our flyer for more information or call 772-8222/5169.
 RON WHITE AT TURNING STONE - Outdoor Recreation will be offering an overnight trip to Turning Stone to see Comedian Ron White on 14 November. Tickets are $100 per person - adults only; cost includes transportation, tickets to show, and overnight stay at Turning Stone. Please see Outdoor Recreation and our flyer for more information or call 772-8222/5169.
 SNOWMOBILE CLASS - Outdoor Recreation will be offering Snowmobile Safety Classes beginning in November. Check Outdoor Recreation website for dates or special group courses. Classes will be $5 per person and offered at the Outdoor Recreation building. For more information, call Outdoor Recreation, 772-8222/5169.
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Email: eugene.w.spencer2.naf@mail.mil
Click the hyperlinks Website: www.drummwr.com/ParksandRecreation.htm
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Fort-Drum-Recreation/546416075378830?ref=hl
26. SAFETY JOHN DROZD, 315-772-3022
 WINTER DRIVING COURSE & SNOW THROWER OPERATION COURSES: are available to all Soldiers, Family members and DA Civilians. Click the Safety Winter Driving & Snow Thrower Operation Course Flier for a full listing of classes.
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Email: john.e.drozd.civ@mail.mil
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27. USO - FORT DRUM KAREN CLARK, 315-774-0356
 USO FORT DRUM GIVING THANKS TO OUR TROOPS (T): The USO Fort Drum will host a Thanksgiving Day “Alternative” with Soups, Sandwiches, and Desserts on 27 November, 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm. There will be Games and Movies all day long. Make the USO Fort Drum your Home Away From Home this Thanksgiving. For more information https://www.facebook.com/USOFortDrum
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Email: kclark@uso.org or usoftdrum@uso.org Click the hyperlinks Facebook: www.facebook.com/USOFortDrum

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28. VETERINARY SERVICES CPT LAURA DIEM , 315-772-4262
 HOLIDAY HOURS: The veterinary clinic will be closed on 10 – 11 November 2014 for Veterans Day and 27-28 November 2014 for Thanksgiving. We will reopen at 8:30 am the following business day.
• NEED AN APPOINTMENT?: In our effort to provide better access to care, the number of available appointments will be increasing each month. Additionally, a greater number of short notice appointments will be available as well as surgery availabilities. Do you need to get your pet examined but still can’t get an appointment? Place your name on our new stand-by list and we will notify you of last minute appointment availabilities. Don’t hesitate, call today to learn how we can better serve you!
• WINTER AWARENESS: Winterizing your pet may not be at the top of your winter preparations, but taking the time to prepare your four-legged friend for the upcoming months can keep them much happier this winter. Trimming fur between toes or the use of snow boots can limit the formation of ice balls and keep your pet more comfortable when walking outdoors. Also, dressing short coated pets in sweaters and coats can help keep them warmer. Regularly check your pet’s paws for signs of cold-weather injury and damage, including cracks and bleeding. Wipe feet, legs, and bellies when returning indoors to remove potential toxins including deicer, antifreeze and other chemicals. Most importantly, remember that each animal tolerates the cold weather differently. Animals that are the most sensitive to winter weather include the very old, the very young, and animals with chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, and hormonal imbalances (such as Cushing’s disease or hypothyroidism). If you are unsure if your pet may have an increased sensitivity to the cold or if you are interested in other cold weather preparation tips, visit the Fort Drum Veterinary Clinic today.
NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? Email: laura.e.diem.mil@mail.mil
Click the hyperlinks Website: http://www.drum.amedd.army.mil/vets/