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The Empty Nest: What to Do When the Kids Move Out
- This article is about how to cope when your grown children leave home. It discusses resources for couples, recommends renewing your spousal relationship, enjoying hobbies and travel, and volunteer work with young people. Links to PREP, CREDO, MWR, MCCS, the Armed Forces Recreation Center (AFRC), a LIFELines article on AFRC travel, the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS), and the USO.
Be Youthful With Yoga
- This article is about yoga. It discusses the benefits of yoga and the availability of classes at military fitness centers. Quotes Melinda Allen and Andrea Kowalski, yoga instructors at MCCS Okinawa, Corry L. Matthews, MCCS group fitness director, and military spouses Dawn Moore and Erin McDonald.
Kids, Competitive Sports, and Relocation
- This article is about how a PCS move can affect a child's involvement in sports. It discusses consulting the base youth center, the city parks and recreation department, the child's school, the PTA, and the YMCA, and recommends observing coaches in action as well as interviewing them. Links to YMCA and a LIFELines article on youth centers.
Be A Thrill Seeker at the Outdoor Adventure Center
- This article is about the Navy MWR Outdoor Adventure Centers. It discusses activities such as rafting, climbing, diving, and other sports and outdoor adventures.
Kids' Summer Camp: No Boredom Allowed
- Are your kids complaining that they are bored? Cure the boredom blues with some of these activities.
Personal Trainers on Base: Your Ticket to the New You
- You don't have to be a Hollywood superstar to train like one. With many Navy and Marine Corps base fitness centers offering personal trainer services, the time is now to jump start your fitness program.
Military Golf Courses: Sailors and Marines Love Their Links
- Did you know that golf courses are cited as one of the top 10 most appealing quality-of-life perks offered to service members and their families? Read on to find out where military golf courses are located throughout the country, policies, pricing structure and how to make reservations.
Family Activities on a Budget
- You don't have to spend a lot of money to have great family fun. Read on to find out some low-cost suggestions for outdoor activities, indoor activities, and family activities on base.
MWR and MCCS: How-to Classes From A to Z
- Do you know about all the perks that you have available to you through Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation and Marine Corps Community Services (MWR/MCCS)? There are a wealth of opportunities for recreation, exercise, education and how-to classes.
MWR/MCCS Marinas Offer Fun on the Water
- This article is about MWR and MCCS marinas. It lists locations, and discusses types of boats and equipment available, requirements for use, sailing lessons, youth camps, boat storage, guests, and camping sites. Links to MWR, MCCS, and several marinas.
MWR/MCCS Sports Programs: This Isn't Your Father's Gym
- Gone are the days when "fitness" meant a few basketballs, a tattered volleyball net, and some floor hockey gear. Now most MWR/MCCS facilities have their own athletic directors and trained, certified instructors who know fitness inside and out.
Audio Books: Let Someone Else Do the Reading
- This article is about books on tape. It discusses the advantages for leisure and study, and where to get audiobooks. Links to numerous resources.
Navy and Marine Corps Offer Retirees Great Leisure Benefits
- Now that you have time on your hands, it's time to take advantage of MWR or MCCS. Learn about the leisure benefits available to retirees such as, lodging, skiing, golfing, camping, condos, and cottages.
Great Camping Vacations For Less Than You Think
- This article is about camping vacations offered through MWR and MCCS.
MWR: The Right Perk for Military Life
- The Moral, Welfare and Recreation division offers a variety of programs and services to Sailors, Marines and their family members. MWR distributes movies (films), operates recreational and fitness facilities and programs aboard ships and on land, and operates Child Development Centers.
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