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Wright-Patt’s log rolling: accessible fitness, fun for anyone
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Life Guard Shelbi Bauer holds a synthetic log in place while Kaley Bartosik, WPAFB Outdoor Recreation director, climbs atop to demonstrate how to log roll. Outdoor Recreation offers two classes a month to teach this up-and-coming sport which is growing in popularity in universities, recreation centers and on military bases, according to Bartosik. (U.S. Air Force photo/John Harrington)
Wright-Patt’s log rolling: accessible fitness, fun for anyone
Kaley Bartosik, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Outdoor Recreation director, makes log rolling look easy. Bartosik encourages all eligible gym patrons to try the new sport, which she says provides a full-body workout that doesn’t feel like anything done in a gym. (U.S. Air Force photo/John Harrington)
Wright-Patt’s log rolling: accessible fitness, fun for anyone
Kaley Bartosik, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Outdoor Recreation director, demonstrates how log rolling requires quick feet to stay balanced, even with special fins added to the log to slow rolling. The synthetic log weighs only 65 pounds when empty, but reaches traditional log weights near 500 pounds when filled with water. (U.S. Air Force photo/John Harrington)
Chapel Corps boosts morale on Thanksgiving Day
The Chapel Corps program “Operation Dessert Storm" provides desserts to Airmen in different organizations who are assigned to work on Thanksgiving Day. Operation Dessert Storm will accept dessert donations from volunteers on Tuesday, Nov. 20 at the Kittyhawk Chapel, located behind the WPAFB Bowling Alley, Area A, from noon to 5 p.m.(Courtesy photo)
14th Annual Pumpkin Chuck launches fun in the name of science
2nd Lt. Joshua Lightner, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s F-15 Engineering Branch, loads a pumpkin into a trebuchet-style catapult Nov. 2 in preparation for the 14th annual Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, pumpkin chuck. The competition, held behind the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, gave teams the opportunity to show off their engineering skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by R.J. Oriez)
14th Annual Pumpkin Chuck launches fun in the name of science
Students from Troy Christian High School watch Nov. 2 as one of their trebuchet-style catapults launches a small pumpkin downrange during the 14th annual Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, pumpkin chuck. The event, held behind the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, encourages students to develop their science, technology, engineering and math skills. (U.S. Air Force photo/R.J. Oriez)
14th Annual Pumpkin Chuck launches fun in the name of science
An Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s F-15 Engineering Branch team member pulls the trigger on their trebuchet-style catapult to hurl a small pumpkin during the 14th annual Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, pumpkin chuck Nov. 2. Representatives from the 88th Air Base Wing safety office watch in the background. (U.S. Air Force photo/R.J. Oriez)
14th Annual Pumpkin Chuck launches fun in the name of science
Staff members use GPS surveying equipment to measure the distance a pumpkin was chucked during the 14th annual Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, pumpkin chuck Nov. 2. The competition, held behind the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, gave teams the opportunity to show off their engineering skills. (U.S. Air Force photo/R.J. Oriez)
14th Annual Pumpkin Chuck launches fun in the name of science
A pumpkin explodes and seeds fly Nov. 2 as it lands approximately 400 feet from where it became airborne during the 14th annual Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, pumpkin chuck. The pumpkin fell victim to one of the smaller, Class-B catapults used in the competition which encouraged participants to develop their science, technology, engineering and math skills. (U.S. Air Force photo/R.J. Oriez)
Wright-Patt Exchange re-grand opening welcomes shoppers to $6.4 million renovation
Jermaine Wilson, Wright-Patterson Exchange general manager, delivers remarks at the Exchange's grand re-opening ceremony Oct. 25, 2018 after completing a $6.4 million renovation to the nearly 40-year-old facility. More than 17,000 active-duty military and 100,000 retirees and their families are serviced by the shopping center. (U.S. Air Force photo/John Harrington)
Wright-Patt Exchange re-grand opening welcomes shoppers to $6.4 million renovation
Army & Air Force Exchange Service employees and customers watch during the Wright-Patterson Exchange's grand re-opening ceremony Oct. 25, 2018. AAFES completed a $6.4 million renovation to the nearly 40-year-old facility. (U.S. Air Force photo/John Harrington)
Wright-Patt Exchange re-grand opening welcomes shoppers to $6.4 million renovation
Jermaine Wilson, Wright-Patterson Exchange general manager (from left to right); Col. Leonard T. Rose, 88th Mission Support Group commander; Donald Basil, Main Store manager; and Ronny Rexrode, East Central Region vice president, Army & Air Force Exchange Service, cut the ribbon during the grand re-opening ceremony of Wright-Patt's Exchange Oct. 25, 2018. New fixtures, polished floors and improved inventory welcomed customers after completion of a $6.4 million renovation to the nearly 40-year-old facility. (U.S. Air Force photo/John Harrington)
Wright-Patt Exchange re-grand opening welcomes shoppers to $6.4 million renovation
Col. Leonard T. Rose, 88th Mission Support Group commander, and Jermaine Wilson, Wright-Patterson Exchange general manager, cut a commerative cake at the Exchange's grand re-opening ceremony Oct. 25, 2018. The event culminated a $6.4 million renovation for the nearly 40-year-old facility, which was last remodeled in 2010. (U.S. Air Force photo/John Harrington)
Wright-Patt Exchange reopens with $6.4M upgrade Oct. 25
New fixtures, branding and services, like Buy Online Pickup In Store, will welcome customers as part of a $6.4 million upgrade at the grand reopening of Wright-Patterson’s Army & Air Force Exchange Service Oct. 25. The nearly 40-year old Exchange shopping center was last renovated in 2010. (U.S. Air Force photo/John Harrington)
Wright-Patt Exchange reopens with $6.4M upgrade Oct. 25
A new Hero Wall mural adorns the renovated Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Exchange shopping center as part of a $6.4 million remodeling initiative. The mural depicts Wright-Patterson’s historic contributions to the United States Air Force and welcomes guests as they enter the 75,000 square foot facility. (U.S. Air Force photo/John Harrington)
Wright-Patt Exchange reopens with $6.4M upgrade Oct. 25
Wright-Patterson’s Exchange Food Court received new seating and polished concrete flooring, amongst other improvements, as part of the $6.4 million renovation. Wright-Patt contributed $1.45 million to the remodeling with the Army & Air Force Exchange Services funding the remaining $4.95 million through earnings, a direct result of shopper support. (U.S. Air Force photo/John Harrington)
Snow Parade exhibits a show of force against winter elements
The 88th Civil Engineering Group heavy equipment and grounds crew, drive along the flightline during the annual snow truck and ice parade at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, October 3, 2018. The CE grounds crew has the responsibility of clearing runways, roads and sidewalks during inclement weather conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo/Michelle Gigante)
Snow Parade exhibits a show of force against winter elements
The 88th Civil Engineering Group heavy equipment and grounds crew park along the flightline after the annual Snow Parade at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, October 3. The CE crew has the responsibility of clearing runways, roads and sidewalks during inclement weather conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo/Michelle Gigante)
October is Energy Action Month
Col. Thomas Sherman, 88th Air Base Wing and Installation commander, signs a proclaimation to declare October 2018 as Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Energy Action Month. Looking on are Chief Master Sgt. Stephen Arbona (from left), 88th Air Base Wing command chief; Installation Planning Chief Michael Tibbs; and 88th Civil Engineering Group Energy Manager Noah Fillian. (U.S. Air Force photo/Stacey Geiger)
Urban Forestry is a vital part of the Wright-Patterson environment
The term “urban forest” refers to a collection of trees and green space on the Wright-Patterson installation. This basswood tree is part of the urban forest and is native to the Midwest and a favorite tree of bees. It grows up to 80 feet tall by 40 feet wide and serves as a great shade tree in large areas.