Current events
September, 2010
Take the 3-minute 2010 Leisure Needs Survey here and register for the chance to win one of three iPod shuffles.
Take the family bowling! Every Thursday in September from 3 to 8 p.m., the Family Entertainment Center will charge just $1 for shoe rental and $1 per game. For more information, call 706-545-4272.
Go zip lining at historic Banning Mills on Sept. 18! The $83 fee includes 4 and a half hours of zip lining, lunch and round trip transportation. First-come, first served and space is limited. For more information, call 706-545-7978.
Bring your children to Russ Pond and Pool Sept. 21 from 5 to 7 p.m. and enjoy Family Fishing Night. Free poles and bait for children 15 and younger with reservations by Sept. 20. In case of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled. For reservations and more information, call 706-545-7978.
Watch UFC 119 on the big screen TVs at the Benning Brew Pub for free Sept. 25. The pub is located on Sightseeing Road next to El Zapata restaurant. For more information, call 706-545-8426.
Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers will hold a monthly BOSS installation meeting Sept. 29. All BOSS MSC representatives are required to attend or send an alternate. Fort Benning strongly supports BOSS and allows all Soldiers who volunteer for BOSS activities the time to participate in these events. BOSS events are open to all interested people, military or civilian. Please call 706-544-1411 for the location of this meeting.
The next CG Golf Scramble is Sept. 30 at the Fort Benning Golf Course, with a shotgun start at 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. The cost is $30 if paid by the day before the event or $35 the day of the event, and includes cart, green fees, two mulligans, food and prizes. Stop by the Fort Benning Golf Course to register or call 706-687-1940 for more information.
Membership fees at the Fort Benning Golf Course are due Oct. 1. Membership to play the 27 PGA-quality holes in this historic club is open to everyone, with fees based on rank. For more information, call 706-687-1940.
Enjoy an afternoon of free paintball action in the Woodlands off Dixie Road Sept. 3 from 1 to 5 p.m. Equipment rental and supplies are available at Outdoor Recreation while supplies last. For more information, call 706-545-9636.
Reserve your free spot at the Kings Pond Campout Sept. 4-5 and enjoy camping, canoeing, volleyball, storytelling around the campfire and many other activities. Camping supplies are available at Outdoor Recreation. Reservations are required by Sept. 3. For reservations or more information, call 706-545-7978.
Country music recording star and Broadway actress Laura Bell Bundy performs live at Wetherby Field Sept. 11. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the gate and are available at FMWR Headquarters on Eckel Ave., Outdoor Recreation on Gillespie St., Omega World Travel in the Commissary Mall or online at www.benningmwr.com. All active duty Soldiers get in free but must have a ticket. The gates open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. For more information, call 706-545-3328.
Uchee Creek will host a Fishing Tournament Sept. 18 with cash prizes! Pontoon, Polar Craft and Jon boats are available for rent on site and active duty Soldiers get reduced rental rates during the tournament. Participants must have a GA/AL fishing license. For more information, call 706-685-3060.
Register now for a free Personal Watercraft and Boater Safety Course Sept. 25 starting at 9 a.m. at the Sand Hill Rec Center. Information on legal requirements, navigation rules, preventing personal watercraft and boating accidents and new boating laws will be covered by instructors of the US Coast Guard Auxiliary. Boat inspections will be available following the class. The class is limited to 24 participants and reservations must be made by Sept. 20. For more information, call 706-545-9636.
Fort Benning's annual Day for Kids is Sept. 25 at the Middle School and Teen Bldg. on Baltzell Ave. starting at 1 p.m. There will be free food and drinks and lots of different games and activities. For more information, call 706-545-3070.
Hikers, join us for an overnight backpacking trip to Fort Mountain Sept. 25-26. The $25 fee covers all food and equipment. Participants must be 18 or older and must register by Sept. 16. For more information, call 706-545-9636.
Join us for Soldier and Family Appreciation Day Oct. 28 on Main Post in the area surrounding Doughboy Stadium. The highlight of the event, which starts at 3pm, is the Doughboy Bowl, between 3rd Brigade Soldiers and Columbus State University. One lucky Soldier will drive home a new truck. To register to win the truck and other great prizes, go to http://www.benningmwr.com/SFAD.php.
