May 2013 Spouse Newsletter

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Med Group Monthly Matters
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Medical Group ∙ Scott AFB, IL ∙ Vol 4, Issue 5 ∙ May 2013
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Scott AFB
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It’s clear that Spring has arrived at Scott AFB
with new sights of robins, bluebirds, tulips and
daffodils! Have you begun to open all the
windows in your house for the fresh air?

 Spouse Clubs to Combine! 
Come to the “Happy Trails” event on May 8th
to view the first ever Scott Spouses’ Club (SSC)! The event will be held at
the Cardinal Creek Golf Course at Scott AFB at 6:30pm. Tex-Mex buffet, vendors, and more! Reservations are
required and can be obtained by contacting Shelly at reservations@scottosc.com. Event Flier: http://bit.ly/13NFN17.
Scott Officers’ Spouse Club (OSC) Events
Website Facebook Newsletter (sign up for OSC newsletter here: http://bit.ly/YxJSkM)
Upcoming OSC May events: http://slidesha.re/13NG0RH
May 1st
Event: Scholarship and Scholastic event at the Essex House at 7:00pm.
May 8th
Event: “Happy Trails” event to combine the 2 spouses’ clubs at Scott AFB. History in the making! RSVP here:
May 10th
: First annual 5k walk/run to celebrate military spouses. Open to ALL military spouses! Begins at 9:30am.
May 22nd
: The OSC is taking meals to the airmen dorms! We’d love to have you donate a meal with us!
May Board of Governors’ Meeting: March 1st
at 9:30am-12:00pm. Held at the Scott Club.
Mini Clubs: Lots of weekly social opportunities. Find one that suits you! http://www.scottosc.com/mini-clubs/
*= to attend the socials, OSC membership is required, but your 1st
visit is FREE! To apply for membership, visit
Scott OSC Membership. We’d love to have you!
Scott Enlisted Spouse Club (ESC) Events
Website Facebook
Lunch Bunch: This is a great casual way to make new friends! As always children are welcome. Please invite a friend!
Our next Lunch Bunch will be at: Joe's Crab Shack, 51 Ludwig Dr, Fairview Heights, IL 62208. POC:
Melanie Davis, Scott ESC Social Chair, 321-745-5528. See the Facebook invite:
http://on.fb.me/13NGEyI.
To Place Membership with the ESC: Visit the ESC Website membership page.

May Events
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The new Scott Spouses’ Club (SSC) needs a new logo! Calling all artists! This is short notice, but there is a logo
contest for the Scott Spouses Club. The deadline is May 1. Read the fine print here: http://slidesha.re/17ypnvH
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EFMP INFORMATIONAL SUPPORT GROUP: This is an opportunity for EFMP families to share information and
resources. 1100-1300 at the A&FRC.
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SPOUSE LINK: Spouses new to the military or Scott AFB are invited to this interactive seminar which includes a
mini information fair, and briefing from wing leadership on the mission at Scott. Attendees will be provided a
free lunch and base tour; reimbursement for child care is available. 0800-1400 at the A&FRC.
FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT WORKSHOP: Learn how to apply and navigate the federal employment systems. This
workshop covers 10 Steps to a Federal Job, to include networking, navigating USAJOBS, tips on the application
process, writing federal resumes, and much more. 0900-1200 at the A&FRC.
First Friday with the Well Hungarians & 93.23 WIL Derrick Keith's Dereoke!: Due to scheduling conflicts, Josh Gracin
will not be able to perform at the upcoming First Friday event on May 3 at the Club. However, enjoy local band,
theWell Hungarians, plus kids are invited to compete in the Kideoke Contest with 92.3 WIL’s Derrick Keith. Event is
FREE and OPEN TO ALL! The fun begins at 3 p.m. For complete details, call the Scott Club at 744-1333.
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Annual Bataan Death March Memorial Ruck Challenge - May 4: Scott AFB is hosting a 13 mile Ruck March
Challenge on May 4 from 0600-1200 at the SAFB Parade Field. This event honors & commemorates veterans
who served and/or paid the ultimate sacrifice during this tragic WWII event. All monetary proceeds will benefit
the Wounded Warrior Project and canned goods carried in ruck (optional) will benefit the St Louis Fisher
House. Pre-registration deadline is 30 April and cost is $20 per person, which includes an event t-
shirt. Participants may sign-up as individuals or as part of a four-person team. Eligible divisions are: Heavy (40
lbs), Medium (25 lbs) and Light (15 lbs). Gold and Silver medals will be Presented To the top 2 individuals and
teams in each division. Contact the POCs for specific rules. POCs: SMSgt Jerry Ventura at 229-7470 or MSgt
John Sanders at 229-0656.
Outdoor Recreation’s Open House: FREE! FREE! FREE! Don’t miss Outdoor Recreation’s Open House on Saturday,
May 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., held at Outdoor Recreation, Bldg 3176. Bring the family and enjoy our Cinco de Mayo
Celebration filled with LIVE music provided by “HOT BRASS” from our own Mid-America Air Force Band. Plus Free
food, giveaways, displays, informational booths and more! Giveaways include an Overnight Stay at Drury Inn,
Gateway Grizzlies Tickets, St Louis Cardinals Tickets, 2 Round Trip Tickets from Amtrak, Theme Park Tickets and much
more! We will also be providing 50% Off All Rentals paid for at the Open House! Also, enjoy our bouncy slides, giant
games and the Fire Departments Interactive Smokehouse and bouncy castle, as well as the Security Forces
Fingerprinting ID for kids and display. This event is sponsored in part by LifeSpine, Sprint, Pepsi, Auffenberg Dealer
Group, Golden Corral, Drury Hotels, Scott Credit Union, Gateway Grizzlies, USAA, Qdoba, USO of Missouri, St Louis
Cardinals, Amtrak, Alpine Shop, Chick-Fil-A, Camp Bow Wow, Six Flags and Armed Forces Benefits Group. No
Federal Endorsement Intended. For more details, visit www.375fss.com/outdoor_rec.htm,
www.facebook.com/ScottODR, www.twitter.com/scottodr or call 256-1527/2067.

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Grants Farm Bike Trip, May 5: Calling all bikers! Join Outdoor Recreation for a Bike Adventure on the Ulysses S Grant
Bike Trails of Missouri (Grants Trail) on Sunday, May 5. We will start the trip with a mini-bike clinic before departure,
then travel by bus to our designated location to begin our scenic 7-mile bike trail (each way) that features stops at
both Grants Farm and the Historical Grants’ House. Adventure cost is $38/person, which includes transportation, Fuji
mountain bike/helmet, on-hand mechanic, mini-bike clinic and experienced guide. Bring snacks and water. At the
end of the trip we will stop at a local eatery for lunch (your cost). Buses will depart from Outdoor Recreation Bldg
1650 (ITT office) at 9 a.m., returning around 3 p.m. This is a paved flat terrain (level 2) and is open to all levels of
bikers 16 years of age and up (anyone under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult or bring a permission slip
signed/dated by a legal guardian). To register or for more details, visit www.375fss.com/outdoor_rec.htm,
www.facebook.com/ScottODR, www.twitter.com/scottodr, or call 256-1527/2067.
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Overview Of Starting Your Own Business: Learn what's involved, and assess your readiness for starting a small
business or purchasing a franchise. (Find out if you are ready for the next Boots to Business workshop!) 1400-
1530 at the A&FRC.
"Marketing Yourself for a Second Career" is a professional lecture for officers and senior enlisted who plan to
leave the service in the next one to five years. CAPT Patricia Cole, USN Retired, is bringing this presentation to
Scott AFB. Participants will learn about resumes, networking, salary negotiations, perceptions of civilian
employers, and much more! This free event will be held at the Base Theater on 6 May from 0830-1100.
Registration not required.
Kids Klub with Special Guest FREDBIRD®: Parents bring your kids to the Scott Club on Monday, May 6 at 5 p.m. to
enjoy Baseball Night at Kids Klub. Meet the St. Louis Cardinals mascot,FREDBIRD®, from 5:30 to 6 p.m., while he
signs autographs and poses for pictures. Wear your favorite St. Louis Cardinal gear or other baseball team
apparel! Enjoy a great meal and fun at our baseball night party. Parents sit back and relax while the kids play games,
color, and dance to the music. Members pay $6.95 and kids 12 & under are free. Non-members pay $8.95, non-
member children ages 6-12 are $5.95 and ages 5 & under are $2.95. No Endorsement Intended. For more
information, contact Missi at the club at 744-1333.
2013 Base Championship: Make plans to sign up for the 2013 Base Championship at the Stars & Strikes Bowling
Center. Entry fee for all divisions is $35. The championship will run May 6 through May 9 with a social mixer and
practice May 6 from 6-8 p.m., qualifying rounds (bowl 5 games each day) May 7-8 beginning at 5:30 p.m. and
championship finals May 9 at 5:30 p.m. Divisions include men’s scratch, men’s handicap, ladies scratch, ladies
handicap, senior handicap (age 50 and over) plus youth scratch and handicap. Individuals will declare what division
they will bowl in at time of registration. First place in each division is $200. Minimum of six bowlers per division
required for guaranteed prize fund to be paid out. All youth prize funds will be placed in the bowler’s SMART
Scholarship fund. Handicap for all divisions is 90% of 235. For more information, call 256-4054.
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EFMP Play Group: Play Group meets every Tuesday from 1300-1400 at the Shiloh West Community Center.
Children participate in a variety of sensory activities while parents have an opportunity to meet other parents.
Registration is not required; no commitment to attend every week.
Sky Diving 101, May 7: So you think you want to sky dive? Sign-up for Outdoor Recreation’s Sky Diving 101 seminar
on May 7. The class will be held in the Airman Family Readiness Center’s class room, Bldg 1650, from 5:30 to 7
p.m. Come see how a parachute works and feels with certified jumper and pilot, Colonel Chris Sullivan. Col Sullivan,
stationed here at Scott AFB, has years of sky diving experience, plus loves to educate and recruit future skydivers.
Participate in this hands-on demonstration of equipment, complete with slide shows and Q&A sessions. Registration
is required. The next sky diving trip is May 25, sign-up now. For more details, visit
www.375fss.com/outdoor_rec.htm, www.facebook.com/ScottODR, www.twitter.com/scottodr or call 256-1527/2067.
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Scott Club New Member Appreciation Dinner: Any new Scott Club member, who joined the club from February 2013
thru April 2013, is invited to enjoy a FREE 3 Course Member Appreciation Dinner on May 8. Let us say Thank You for
becoming a member, and come enjoy a great benefit of club membership. New members are free, and member
guests are welcome for $19.95/person. Cocktails begin at 4 p.m., followed by dinner at 5 p.m., which includes salad,
steak and shrimp main course and dessert. Reservations are required, beginning April 25 thru noon on May 7.
Reservations limited to the first 100 to register. For complete details, call the Scott Club at 744-1333.
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Military Spouse Appreciation: The Airman & Family Readiness Center will be showing appreciation to spouses
of military members with small gifts on Friday, 10 May, from 1100-1300 at the Base Exchange entrance.
HQ AMC/A3 Scramble Golf Tournament – May 10: HQ AMC/A3 Booster Club will host a Golf Tournament
(Fundraiser) May 10 at 12 p.m. at Cardinal Creek Golf Course. Teams will consist of four people at $60 per
person or $45 per annual fee player. Registration will begin at 1030, lunch is provided from 1030-1130, and
free driving range from 1100-1200. A $10 Golf Galaxy coupon and a 15% off coupon for TGW will be given to
the first 140 people who show up on the day of the tournament, as well as other great golf items donated by
many sponsors will be given away. Pre-register by 7 May. For more information contact MSgt Shane Haney at
229-3651, or MSgt James Cooper at 229-3653 or email shannon.haney@us.af.mil.
FREE Health Fair: Join the Fitness/James Sports Centers for their Fitness & Health Fair on Friday, May 10, 9 a.m. to 1
p.m., at the James Sports Center. Take advantage of this free event while stopping by the many informational
booths to include our very own 375th Med Group! Free blood pressure and glucose checks plus more. Event open
to all…active duty, civilians, retirees, contractors and family members. For more details, call the Fitness Center, 256-
1218 or James Sports Center, 256-4524.
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Armed Forces Appreciation Day Tournament: Come out to the Cardinal Creek Golf Course and participate in their
Armed Forces Appreciation Day Tournament scheduled May 11 with a 12:30 p.m. shotgun start. This tournament is
a “one person scramble”, flighted by service branch. Tournament fee is $35 and includes greens fees, cart, closest to
the pin and flighted place prizes. Number of prizes in each flight is dependent on total participation. Lunch will be
provided at 11:30 a.m. For more information, call 744-1400.
The "Give Parents a Break" (GPAB) program is designed to provide relief for military parents who are
experiencing temporary stress in their lives. All spouses of deployed members are eligible and encouraged to
receive 4 hours of free child care from the Child Development Center (6 weeks to 5 years old) and/or Youth
Center (5–12 years old) each month your spouse is deployed. The next GPAB opportunity is Saturday, 11 May,
0800-1200. Please stop by the Airman & Family Readiness Center (near Burger King/next to the post Office)
with a copy of your spouse's orders, and fill out paperwork to receive a voucher. You will then receive
instructions on how to register your child and other rules of the program.
Special Military Family Day this May 11
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: Families of deployed service members are encouraged to attend and
meet other families who have been there, or are going through the same experience. You will be guests of
Jefferson County Military Families Support Network. Bring your lawn chair or blanket, non-alcoholic beverages
and sun screen. Dress appropriately for the activities in which your family might participate. Free picnic lunch
provided. Please see the attached flier for details. RSVP by mail or at 636-797-5363 between 8:30 a.m. and
4:00 p.m., or reply to thomaswg@missouri.edu. See the flier here: http://slidesha.re/13NFsv9
AFSA Enlisted Dining Out – May 11: You are cordially invited to attend this year's Air Force Sergeants
Association's (AFSA) Enlisted Dining Out. It will be held at Four Points by Sheraton in Fairview Heights, IL on 11
May 2013. See attached flyer for more information. This dining out is for every active duty, guard, reserve, and
retired enlisted personnel from any branch. The cost is only $25 per person and spouses are encouraged to
attend. If you would like to attend, please RSVP by using the below link. To pay for tickets and/or if you have
any questions, please contact your unit POC or your First
Sergeant. https://einvitations.afit.edu/inv/anim.cfm?i=148216&k=03654A0B7A51
Wiffle Ball Tournament: The James Sports Center is hosting a Wiffle Ball tournament May 11. The event is
free. Teams consist of five players to a team (note: 6 teams are needed to hold this event). Sign up NLT May
6. Start time will be noon. The event is open to all Active Duty, Reserve, Air National Guard, Retirees, Dod Civilians &
Dependents (age 16 & older – ID card holder only). For more information, call the James Sports Center at 256-4524.
Horseback Riding Trip, May 11: Hit the trails at the Riding Center with Outdoor Recreation on May 11 for a
Horseback Ride. Join us for a relaxing ride on horseback through their peaceful paradise. Bring a cooler, blanket
and pack a picnic lunch to enjoy after the ride at the ranch. Cost is $58/person, which includes transportation, basic
training, horse, guide and safety equipment. Open to ages 6 & up (anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an

adult, anyone under 18 must have a waiver pre-signed by a legal guardian). Seating is limited, reservations
required. Buses will depart Outdoor Recreation Bldg 1650 (ITT office) at 9 a.m., returning around 2:30 p.m. For
more details, visit www.375fss.com/outdoor_rec.htm, www.facebook.com/ScottODR, www.twitter.com/scottodr, or
call 256-1527/2067.
Outdoor Recreation Mother’s Day Winery Tour, May 11: Give mom a very special gift this year, with a day-long mini
vacation to the Augusta, MO wine region with Outdoor Recreation on May 11. The Augusta wine region is nestled in
charming rolling Ozark hill country and the vineyards will be in bloom for mom’s special day. Enjoy a cellar tour and
private tasting at Noboleis Vineyards, tastings at Sugar Creek and Mt. Pleasant wineries, and have lunch (your cost)
high atop Osage Ridge on their beautiful forested deck with majestic sweeping views. Seating is limited. Reservations
are required. Trip cost is $30/person. Buses will depart Outdoor Recreation Bldg 3176 at 9 a.m., returning around 5
p.m. Trip strenuous level: 2 out of 5 (some walking required). For more details,
visit www.375fss.com/outdoor_rec.htm, www.facebook.com/ScottODR, www.twitter.com/scottodr or call 256-
2067/1527
Texas Hold’em – Register early & get more chips! Go all in on Saturday, May 11 in the Scott Club’s Enlisted Lounge
for our Texas Hold’em Tournament! Come enjoy our pre-game social from 5:30-6:30 p.m. featuring food (assorted
hors d’oeuvres) and drink specials, followed by tournament play at 7 p.m. (Registered players must be signed in by
6:30 p.m.). Interested players must register at the Scott Club Monday – Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Register early and
get an extra 500 chips. Anyone who brings a guest player will get an extra 100 chips and that guest will get an extra
50 chips. Tournament seating limited to first 100 players and is a first come, first served basis. Members are $7,
Non-members are $12. Prizes are awarded to winners based on their finishing place. Sponsored in part by Pepsi,
Scott Credit Union, Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken, DRS Technologies Inc., Coors Light and Miller Lite. No federal
endorsement of sponsors intended. For more details, call 744-1333.
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Happy Mother’s Day!
Mother’s Day Brunch: Give mom the day off! Take her to the Scott Club’s Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May
12 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Feast on a fantastic variety of our delicious Breakfast and Lunch items, such as, Carving
Station, Seafood Station, Waffle Station, Omelet Station, and Special Dessert Station with gluten free and low carb
desserts. Plus enjoy our Champagne Brunch Cocktails with Mimosa’s, Screwdrivers, and Bloody Mary’s. Club
Members pricing: $21.95 (A), $11 (10-12), $4.95 (5-9) and Free ages 4 & under. Non-members Pricing: $24.95 (A),
$12.50 (10-12), $6.25 (5-9) and $4 (4 & under). Pre-paid reservations are required by 4 p.m. on May 8 or until
booked. Any cancellations must be called-in 48 hours prior to event for a refund. Call the Scott Club at 744-1333
for more details.
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Baby & Me: Join the Scott Library for their Baby & Me event on May 13 beginning at 6 p.m. This program will show
you how to introduce books to your baby, introduce basic sign language for infants, simple knowledge on brain
development for babies under 2 years of age. Handouts will be provided from Scholastic and Early Literacy
Initiative. Registration is required. For complete details, call the Library at 256-5100.
Upcoming Bowling Leagues/Specials: Make plans now to join the Stars & Strikes Bowling Center for one or all of
their upcoming “summer” leagues. The Sport Eliminator League is scheduled to begin May 13. The Junior Sport
Shot Camp begins May 15. The Wednesday Sport Shot League begins May 15. Thursdays, beginning May 16,
families can join in the fun with the Family Fun Bowling Night “league”. Also, take advantage of the Saturday Bowling
Special and also the 101 Critical Bowling Days of Summer. For complete details on the upcoming leagues or
specials, call or stop by today!
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Joint Force Education and Support Program, May 14: Outdoor Recreation will be participating in the Joint Force
Education and Support Program held May 14, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Base Education Office. Stop by our table
and pick-up information on our programs, rentals and events. Bring your bike by for our Squeaky Wheel’s Bike
Expert, Pat Thompson, to give you a free basic bike check-up and inform you of all the bike shop services. Come out
and enjoy food, music and prizes as you learn valuable information on VA benefits, financial aid, educational and
recreational support FSS can provide. For more details, call Outdoor Recreation at 256-1527/2067.
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Base-Wide Yard Sale: Sign-up to sell items at the next Base Wide Yard Sale on May 18, 8 a.m. to noon, held outside
at the ALS Picnic Pavilion. The cost is $15, which includes one display table, two chairs, set-up/break down of display
area… all profits yours. Deadline to sign-up is noon May 17. Reservations can be made online
at www.375fss.com/outdoor_rec.htm, over the phone or in person. Full refunds are given with a 48 hour cancellation
notification or if the staff cancels the sale. For more details, call Outdoor Recreation at 256-2067/1527.
Unit Fitness Challenge: Trash Talk! You hear it all the time on and around Scott AFB...Between Units...Is that all you
got? We can run circles around you with our eyes shut and not even break a sweat! The Fitness Center is
challenging all base units to put their facts where their mouth is and sign up for the Scott AFB Unit Fitness Challenge
held Friday, May 17 beginning at 7 a.m. This Fitness Challenge incorporates all four pillars of Comprehensive Airman
Fitness, Mental, Spiritual, Social and Physical. Think your squadron is the best of the best? Prove it! Each squadron
may enter a team of 10 personnel to compete in a 10K/5K run, Hummvee push, tire flip and frozen push-ups. Sign
up NLT May 10. Cash prizes of $1000, $750, $550, $350, and $250 will be given to the top 5 teams. Attendance
prizes will be drawn throughout the event. Tickets will be issued and you must be present to win. Exercise your
“Bragging Rights”…sign up today! Sponsored in part by Golden Corral and the USO of Missouri. No federal
endorsement intended. Contact the Fitness Center at 256-1218 or James Sports Center at 256-4524 for more
information.
Asian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month Night at the Scott Club: The Scott Club is hosting an Asian/Pacific Islander
Heritage Month Night on May 17 at 3 p.m. in the Enlisted Lounge. Enjoy our FREE Asian/Pacific Islander Heritage
Month theme night, complete with food and games (food available from 3 to 6 p.m.). Asian/Pacific beer will also be
available for purchase. For more details, call the Scott Club at 744-1333.
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Outdoor Adventure Program – Giant City and High Ropes Course, May 18 Visit Giant City State Park and hike the 1
mile Giant City Nature Trail with the Outdoor Recreation Adventure Program on May 18. Afterwards have lunch at
the historic Giant City Lodge (your cost). Then, test your mettle with OAP and a Touch of Nature on their exciting
high ropes course. Climb, practice your balance, build confidence and team work in a completely safe and secure
environment. Adventure is open to ages 10 and up (anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult). Trip is
limited to 14 participants, and reservations are required. Cost is $50/person. Bus departs Outdoor Recreation Bldg
3176 at 7 a.m., returning around 6:30 p.m. Trip strenuous level: 4 out of 5 (hiking, climbing required). For more
details, visit www.375fss.com/outdoor_rec.htm, www.facebook.com/ScottODR, www.twitter.com/scottodr, or call 256-
2067/1527
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Annual 5/10K Fun Run - May 18: The 932d First Sergeant council is hosting a 5/10k fun run May 18 @
1530 Walk/Run/Be Dragged . it ALL counts! $18 - EVERYONE signed up before 1 May will be guaranteed a t-
shirt and a medal. We will also accept payment at the starting line (shirts not guaranteed). Start: @ pavilion
next to softball Fields. POC: wendi.conwell@us.af.mil / seanmurnane.1@us.af.mi l Register at:
www.932d_1stsgt_2013.eventbrite.com. Note: the link may not work from GOV computer. Proceeds benefit the
932d Benevolent Fund
ITT Six Flags Carpool Trip: Fun for the whole family! The Scott AFB Information Tickets & Travel office is offering a
carpool trip to Six Flags St. Louis on May 18! Carpooling fee is $20. Buses will depart the ITT office at 9:30 a.m.,
returning around 6:30 p.m. *Seating is limited. *A minimum of 10 people must be signed up in order for trip to
go. Anyone 17 & under must be accompanied by an adult. Trip is open to all ID card holders. Deadline to sign-up
is COB May 15. Call ITT at 256-5919 for more details.
Try Scuba Diving and Snorkeling Trip, May 18: Sign-up for Outdoor Recreation’s Try Scuba Diving and Snorkeling
Trip on May 18 at Mermet Springs. Receive approximately 20 minutes of under-water diving with one-on-one
instruction from a dive instructor. View underwater treasures, including the Boeing 727 that was filmed in the movie
“U.S. Marshals”. Plus enjoy snorkeling or diving in the open quarry. Adventure cost is $78/person, which includes
transportation, equipment, gear, mini-clinic, one-on-one guide. Bring a lunch or a burger stand is on location. After
diving we will stop at a local eatery for dinner (your cost). Buses will depart Outdoor Recreation Bldg 1650 (ITT
office) at 6:30 a.m., returning around 8:30 p.m. Open to ages 10 and up (anyone under 18 must be accompanied by
an adult). Registration deadline is May 10. Anyone who is a certified diver can join in the fun too! For more details,
visit www.375fss.com/outdoor_rec.htm, www.facebook.com/ScottODR, www.twitter.com/scottodr, or call 256-
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DMV at the Scott Club – Special Tuesday Date in May: Need to renew your license plate stickers, but can’t make it
to the DMV? Catch the Illinois Department of Motor Vehicles mobile unit at the Scott Club every 3rd Wednesday of
the month from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This DMV mobile unit offers basic vehicle services, such as driver license renewals
(including road tests), ID cards and vehicle registration. The next date the mobile unit is scheduled to appear is May
21. Stop by or call the Scott Club for more details, 744-1333.
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Sr. Series #1 Golf Tournament : Cardinal Creek Golf Course will be hosting it's first of three Sr. Series Events on May
23 with an 8 a.m. shotgun start. Each of the three tournaments will be a separate event, if a two some plays in all
three events they are eligible for the grand prize at the conclusion of the Sr. Series #3 Tournament. The format for
this tournament is a two man scramble for golfers ages 55 and older. Fee is $35 per player and includes: greens
fees, cart, closest to the pin and flighted place prizes. Lunch will be offered after the tournament. For more
information, call Jim Earle at 744-1400.

Railroad Crossing Closures at Superior St & South Dr. (6-10 May): Team Scott, Norfolk Southern RR will be on base 6-10 May to
repair the railroad crossings located at Superior St and South Dr (Tab). This is a change from the original 23-25 Apr dates dues
to last Thursday's rain. Repairs will require a two-day closure of both crossings. CES has constructed a temporary gravel road to
allow commercial traffic to detour through the LRS compound from the Mascoutah Gate during the closure. Detour signs will be
posed and Norfolk Southern will manage any additional traffic control other than barricades & detour signs. There will be no
access between the east and west sides of the base from South Dr / Illinois St during the closure. If you have any questions,
please contact CE Customer Service at 256-2202. See the Map here: http://slidesha.re/17ypW8M
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How to Make Sure You Have a Smooth Move: Permanent Change of Station (PCS) season is fast approaching, and most military
families start doing research on housing, schools and installation amenities as soon as they get orders in hand. Perhaps the best
way to prepare for a move, however, is by having an emergency fund in place. Moves are expensive, and although many of the
costs may (eventually) be reimbursed, there are plenty of unexpected pitfalls that may be encountered. These difficulties can
derail the best of budgets and plunge military families into debt. Read more: How to Make Sure You Have a Smooth Move
Stretch Your BAH With These 6 Simple Steps: If there's one skill you should have in your money-saving arsenal, it would be
knowing how to get the biggest bang for your buck when it comes to your BAH (Basic Allowance for Housing). When you're
stateside, you receive all of your BAH regardless of the amount of your rent, which means that if you spend less than your BAH,
you pocket the rest. If that isn't motivation to live moderately, I don't know what is! Read more: Stretch Your BAH With These 6
Simple Steps
4 Mistakes the PERFECT PCS'er Made on Her Latest Move: Here is a hysterical PCS piece to start off your day! “So, now, as I sit
here on my folding chair with my computer propped up on the other folding chair, staring at the receipts for the $1.45 Hanes
tank tops I bought because I was running dangerously out of clothes and well, I don’t want to spend a million dollars on a new
wardrobe to alert the general public about our ‘lavish lifestyle,’ I want to share with you what I did wrong on my PCS. These
things I didn’t pack? Maybe you should."
Fisher House “Hero Miles”: People can donate their frequent flier miles for families to travel to be with their loved ones in the
hospital. Fisher House Foundation uses frequent flyer miles that have been donated by passengers of our airline partners to
provide free airline tickets to support wounded, injured and ill service members and their families who are undergoing treatment
at a military or VA medical center or who are attending authorized events. http://www.fisherhouse.org/programs/hero-miles/
Tornado Warning & Alert App by American Red Cross: http://www.redcross.org/mobile-apps/tornado-app
Tornado & Severe Weather Resources: http://bit.ly/11Dy9od and http://on.mo.gov/11DyabI

Chick-fil-A at Fairview Heights Military Appreciation Nights! On the Last Monday of Every Month we will be honoring those who
serve or have served and their families. Dine in 5pm-8pm on the last Monday of the month and your Meal will be on us! THANK
YOU ALL!! Source: http://on.fb.me/YRQxZ3
Free Sittercity Military Membership: The Sittercity Military Program is funded by the Department of Defense. The DoD offers free
Sittercity memberships to Army, Marine, Navy, and Air Force families (including active duty, reserve and guard). Families have
access to over one million caregiver profiles: babysitters, nannies, senior care providers, dog walkers and more. Included in your
membership is the ability to instantly run background checks on caregivers to provide added security for you and your family.
Sittercity is America's largest and most trusted website for connecting families with quality local in-home caregivers. To activate
your DoD paid membership click here: https://www.sittercity.com/dod
Efforts Continue for Spouse Professional License Portability: “Just finding and securing a job presents its own set of challenges in
any military family move, Beauregard said, noting that the tempo and frequency of moves is disruptive. A spouse may be at a
duty station for two to four years, he added, and in that time must establish a home, get children in school and look for
employment.” Read full U.S. Department of Defense article here: http://1.usa.gov/11DyEP8
Scott AFB Thrift Shop: The Scott AFB Thrift Shop is a great way to turn a profit on gently-used clothing and household goods or a
great place to shop for new items at super low prices! Consigning is limited to active duty, reservists, retirees and their
dependents, and Civil Service members of Scott. Bldg #700 on Perimeter Road (Just past the Vet Clinic & across from the Resale
Lot ). Phone: (618)744-9441 | Email: thriftshop@scottosc.com | Find out more at Scott AFB Thrift Shop
National Bike Month: May is National Bike Month! In recognition of this growing national trend that directly supports the Air Force
Comprehensive Airman Fitness Initiative (CAF), of physical, social, spiritual and mental fitness; Outdoor Recreation will be offering 10%
Off all Bike Rentals for the month of May. Also, participate in any bike related program, rental or products that Outdoor Recreation
offers and receive 10% Off that item and your name will be added to a drawing for a Free Bike Trip for Two. Bring your bike into our
Squeaky Wheels Bike Shop (Bldg 3176) to be tuned up or fixed, and check out the variety of high end bikes, domestic bikes and
equipment we can order. Register online for our email list and follow us on www.facebook.com/ScottODR and
http://www.twitter.com/scottodr to receive updated information on upcoming bike programs. For more details, call Outdoor Recreation
at 256-1527/2067.
Outdoor Recreation May “Adventures”: Make plans to join Outdoor Rec for one or all of their scheduled trips/events/programs in May…
 Grants Farm Bike Trip, May 5
 Sky Diving 101, May 7
 Horseback Riding Trip, May 11
 Outdoor Recreation Mother’s Day Winery Tour, May 11
 Base Bike Rides Begin, May 13
 Try Scuba Diving & Snorkeling Trip, May 18
 Base-wide Yard Sale, ALS Pavilion Area, May 18
 Outdoor Adventure Program – Giant City & High Ropes
Course, May 18
 Sky Diving Adventure, May 25
 Outdoor Adventure Program – Rock Climbing at Jackson
Falls, May 25
For more details, visit www.375fss.com, www.facebook/ScottODR or call 256-2067/1527.
Car Wash/Detail Station OPEN! Now is the perfect time to use the base car wash. Use the newly replaced wand equipment and detail
station or use the automatic wash with the under carriage option. Either way, your vehicle will love you for it. Open 24 hours a day/7
days a week, the car wash is located behind the Arts & Crafts Center at 701 Ward Drive.
National Bike Month: May is National Bike Month! In recognition of this growing national trend that directly supports the Air Force
Comprehensive Airman Fitness Initiative (CAF), of physical, social, spiritual and mental fitness; Outdoor Recreation will be offering 10%
Off all Bike Rentals for the month of May. Also, participate in any bike related program, rental or products that Outdoor Recreation
offers and receive 10% Off that item and your name will be added to a drawing for a Free Bike Trip for Two. Bring your bike into our
Squeaky Wheels Bike Shop (Bldg 3176) to be tuned up or fixed, and check out the variety of high end bikes, domestic bikes and
equipment we can order. Register online for our email list and follow us on www.facebook.com/ScottODR and
www.twitter.com/scottodr to receive updated info on upcoming bike programs. For more details, call Outdoor Rec at 256-1527/2067.
THE MOBILITY FORUM NOW ONLINE: The Air Mobility Command magazine, The Mobility Forum, is now available online. Visit AMC
Public Affairs webpage or go to: www.amc.af.mil to access the magazine. Articles are also featured on AMC's Facebook page and
Twitter account.

2013 Base Championship: Make plans to sign up for the 2013 Base Championship at the Stars & Strikes Bowling Center. Entry fee for all
divisions is $35. The championship will run May 6 through May 9 with a social mixer and practice May 6 from 6-8 p.m., qualifying
rounds (bowl 5 games each day) May 7-8 beginning at 5:30 p.m. and championship finals May 9 at 5:30 p.m. Divisions include men’s
scratch, men’s handicap, ladies scratch, ladies handicap, senior handicap (age 50 and over) plus youth scratch and handicap. Individuals
will declare what division they will bowl in at time of registration. First place in each division is $200. Minimum of six bowlers per
division required for guaranteed prize fund to be paid out. All youth prize funds will be placed in the bowler’s SMART Scholarship
fund. Handicap for all divisions is 90% of 235. For more information, call 256-4054.
Upcoming Bowling Leagues/Specials: Make plans now to join the Stars & Strikes Bowling Center for one or all of their upcoming
“summer” leagues. The Sport Eliminator League is scheduled to begin May 13. The Junior Sport Shot Camp begins May 15. The
Wednesday Sport Shot League begins May 15. Thursdays, beginning May 16, families can join in the fun with the Family Fun Bowling
Night “league”. Also, take advantage of the Saturday Bowling Special and also the 101 Critical Bowling Days of Summer. For complete
details on the upcoming leagues or specials, call or stop by today!
National Bike To Work Week – Base Bike Rides Begin May 13: Kick off the National Bike to Work Week with Outdoor Recreation on May
13 at 5:30 p.m. with their Monday night group/family bike outing. From May 13 through Sept. 9, Outdoor Recreation will conduct bi-
weekly Monday night rides (2nd and 4th Monday/each month). All rides will begin at 5:30 p.m., and start/stop at the Outdoor
Recreation/ITT Office, Bldg 1650. The route will be around the perimeter of Scott AFB, with the option to ride 6, 12 or 18 miles. Please
NO children’s bikes with 20” wheels or smaller, and no training wheels. Bike Rentals are available! Event is FREE, however, registration is
required. National Bike to Work Day is May 17, look for more info. For more details, visit www.375fss.com/outdoor_rec.htm,
www.facebook.com/ScottODR, www.twitter.com/scottodr, or call 256-1527/2067.
Mark Your Calendar…Base Summer Picnic & Diversity Day…THURSDAY, JUNE 20. Mark your calendar…the Base Summer Picnic &
Diversity Day is set for Thursday, June 20, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. near the ALS Pavilions. All affiliated with the base and their family members
are invited to attend. Don’t miss out on this free event!
Communications Service Transition To The Work Order Management System: On 1 Jun, the 375 CG will transition to the Work Order
Management System (WOMS). WOMS, which is a component of the Cyberspace Infrastructure Planning System (CIPS), will become the
entry point for new communications and information requirements. New communications and information requirements will consist of
new infrastructure capabilities, telephone adds/moves/changes, pre-approved hardware/software purchases, CATV/IPTV, personal
wireless communication devices, EMSEC/physical inspections, transmission systems, servers, and storage area etworks. WOMS will offer
more flexibility for users and work centers alike. Users will have more capability to monitor submitted work orders; work centers can
create/modify/update work order tasks and track technicians' man hours; and work orders can be created directly from CIPS
requirements. Training for all CIPS users will be provided. POCs for this effort are Mr. Gordon Bell, 256-2888, Mr. Micheal Hart, 256-
4654 and Mr. Ted Stites 256-4375.
Helpful Financial Websites: Below are the top 10 viewed Answer FAQs in the Financial Services Knowledge Base for March 2013. The
Knowledge Base is keyword-searchable a database of nearly 1,000 FAQs and Answers for Military Pay and Travel. Members can often
find answers to their questions in the Knowledge Base, and skip the trip to Finance.
1. Do I have to take leave if I am outside of my local area
on a non-duty day?
2. What are my PCS travel allowances?
3. How much is my retirement pay?
4. What are the benefits of taking leave versus selling leave
in conjunction with separation or retirement?
5. How do I request/obtain a military W-2, PPM (formerly
DITY) W-2, civilian PCS W-2, and/or Health Professional
Scholarship Program (HPSP) W-2?
6. How much is involuntary separation pay?
7. How many days of leave can I carry over from fiscal year
to fiscal year?
8. When will my Dislocation Allowance (DLA) be paid?
9. Can I get my Dislocation Allowance (DLA) in advance?
10. What are my travel allowances upon separation or
retirement?
All of the wing’s financial customers are encouraged to visit virtual Finance. It is a great resource for pay and travel information, and
includes links to most of the official sites for pay and travel. You can easily jump-off to myPay, LeaveWeb, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP),
Defense Travel System (DTS), the Financial Services Knowledge Base, eFinance, and PIPS for PCS travel, to name but a few. Our newest
feature is an area called Finance Newsflash, which can be found on the virtual Finance landing page under Featured Items. Finance
Newsflash consolidates the latest Military Pay and Travel news/changes in a single area of virtual Finance, and is frequently updated.
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