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1 COVER OUTDOOR RECREATION SUMMER PROGRAM GUIDE 2018

2 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 OUTDOOR RECREATION KMC Center Building 3336 DSN CIV Ramstein Outdoor Recreation RAMSTEIN AQUATIC CENTER Building 422 DSN CIV Ramstein Aquatic Center KAISERSLAUTERN ROD & GUN CLUB Vogelweh Building 2960 DSN CIV Kaiserslautern Rod & Gun Club Visit for hours of operation. EVENT CALENDARS 4-11 OUTDOOR RECREATION Program Details Indoor Climbing Wall Retail Store 19 Equipment Rental & Services Vehicle Resale Lot 24 Base Lake Pavilion & Recreation 25 RAMSTEIN AQUATIC CENTER Program Details & Price List KAISERSLAUTERN ROD & GUN CLUB Program Details & Price List UNIT & PRIVATE GROUP ACTIVITIES 30 Visit to find out if you qualify for FitFamilies, RecOn, SAI and Deployed Affected discounts through the Recharge for Resiliency (R4R) program! VOLUNTEER INFORMATION 31

3 4 MAY ODR MONTHLY PROGRAM SCHEDULE SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Mountain Biking: Foundations $ Aquatic RAMSTEIN CENTER Swim Challenge 2018 Year-long at your own pace program Water Aerobics Tuesday/Thursday Wednesday Swim Lessons (4 week session) Assessment Day: 15 May Open and Private Lesson Registration: 16 May Class Dates: 22 May-15 June Scuba Course #1 (PADI Open Water Certification) Pool and Theory Classes: 8, 9, 15 & 16 May Open Water: 19 & 26 May Classes meet on weekdays at and on Saturdays at Cost: $475 $275 with REC*ON discount! SPACES ARE LIMITED. SIGN UP NOW! X Lifeguard Course Certification Course: May Friday and on weekends Cost: $150 Recertification Course: 6 May Cost: $50 Rock and Rappel: Cave Exploring $ Zipline Elmstein $ Swiss-Sprint: Simme Valley Skydive the Saar $250 $ X Dahn Rock Hike $ $ Kayak Skills Clinic $ Swiss Alps Adventure: Eiger Valley Memorial Day Pre-trip meeting for Swiss-Sprint: Simme Valley Climbing Movement: Foundations $ Pre-trip meeting for Swiss Alps Adventure: Eiger Valley Swiss-Sprint: Simme Valley $ Friday-2300 Sunday Pre-trip meeting Tuesday, 8 May, Glider Ground School Battle of the Battleships $20 per team Swiss Alps Adventure: Eiger Valley $ Friday-2200 Monday Pre-trip meeting Tuesday, 22 May, Roth Horse Ranch $ Learn to Fly: Glider Style Metz SUP $

4 6 JUNE ODR MONTHLY PROGRAM SCHEDULE SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Roth Horse Ranch $ Aquatic RAMSTEIN CENTER Swim Challenge 2018 Year-long at your own pace program Water Aerobics Tuesday/Thursday Wednesday Altfels Klettersteig: Hike and Rappel $ Metz SUP $ Pre-trip meeting for Swiss Alps: Swiftwater Rescue Swiss Alps: Swiftwater Rescue $ Friday-2300 Sunday Pre-trip meeting Tuesday, 5 June, Glider Ground School Learn to Fly: Glider Style MTB: Foundations $ Swim Lessons (2 week session) Assessment Day: 19 June Open and Private Lesson Registration: 20 June Class Dates: 26 June-6 July Scuba Course #2 (PADI Open Water Certification) Pool and Theory Classes: 5, 6, 12 & 13 June Open Water: 16 & 23 June Classes meet on weekdays at and on Saturdays at Cost: $475 $275 with REC*ON discount! SPACES ARE LIMITED. SIGN UP NOW! X Swiss Alps: Swiftwater Rescue Skydive the Saar $250 $ Swiss Alps: Engelberg Hut-to-Hut Dad s Day at the Lake $ Father s Day Pre-trip meeting for Swiss Alps: Engelberg Kayak Skills Clinic $ Climbing Movement: Foundations $ Swiss Alps: Engelberg Hut-to-Hut $ Thursday-2200 Sunday Pre-trip meeting Monday, 11 June, Start of DoD Summer Break Mosel Bicycle Tour $ Whitewater: Foundations $ Lifeguard Course Certification Course: June Friday and on weekends Cost: $150 Rüdesheim Wine Hike $ Cragging Classic See Description $ Pre-trip meeting for 4th of July Zugspitze + Rafting Zipline Elmstein $

5 8 JULY Aquatic RAMSTEIN CENTER Swim Challenge 2018 Year-long at your own pace program Water Aerobics Tuesday/Thursday Wednesday Swim Lessons (2 week session) Assessment Day: 10 July Open and Private Lesson Registration: 11 July Class Dates: 17 July-27 July Scuba Course #3 (PADI Open Water Certification) Pool and Theory Classes: 10, 11, 17 & 18 July Open Water: 21 & 28 July Classes meet on weekdays at and on Saturdays at Cost: $475 $275 with REC*ON discount! SPACES ARE LIMITED. SIGN UP NOW! X SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 4th of July Zugspitze + Rafting Metz SUP $ Skydive the Saar $250 $ X French/German Border Hike $ Glacier Dash Intermediate Mountain Biking: Rodalben $ $ Roth Horse Ranch $ Kayak Skills Clinic $ ODR MONTHLY PROGRAM SCHEDULE Pre-trip meeting for Glacier Dash Climbing Movement: Foundations $ th of July Zugspitze + Rafting $1,000 $ Wednesday-2200 Sunday Pre-trip meeting Monday, 25 June X Independence Day Ramstein Aquatic Center closed. Family Day Mosel Heights Trail $ Zipline Elmstein $ Glacier-Dash $ Friday-2300 Sunday Pre-trip meeting Tuesday, 17 July, Sauer River Canoe $ Rüdesheim Wine Hike $

6 10 AUGUST Aquatic RAMSTEIN CENTER Swim Challenge 2018 Year-long at your own pace program Water Aerobics Tuesday/Thursday Wednesday Swim Lessons (2 week session) Assessment Day: 31 July Open and Private Lesson Registration: 1 August Class Dates: 7-17 August (4 week session) Assessment Day: 21 August Open and Private Lesson Registration: 22 August Class Dates: 28 August-21 September Scuba Course #4 (PADI Open Water Certification) Pool and Theory Classes: 7, 8, 14 & 15 August Open Water: 18 & 25 August Classes meet on weekdays at and on Saturdays at Cost: $475 $275 with REC*ON discount! SPACES ARE LIMITED. SIGN UP NOW! X Lifeguard Course Certification Course: August Friday and on weekends Cost: $150 Recertification Course: 11 August Cost: $50 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY UPCOMING EVENTS: SEPTEMBER - Lichtenstein Traverse Hut-to-Hut Hiking OCTOBER - Fontainebleau Bouldering NOVEMBER - Climber s Thanksgiving: Spanish Limestone, El Chorro DECEMBER - Alps Avalanche Instruction Rock and Rappel: Cave Exploring $ Swiss Alps: Granite Getaway Zipline Elmstein $ Metz SUP $ Rüdesheim Wine Hike $ $ Swiss-Sprint: Simme Valley Roth Horse Ranch $ Pre-trip meeting for Swiss Alps: Granite Getaway Kayak Skills Clinic $ SEP ODR MONTHLY PROGRAM SCHEDULE Climbing Movement: Foundations $ Pre-trip meeting for Swiss-Sprint: Simme Valley Pre-trip meeting for Swiss Alps: Glacier Getaway Swiss Alps: Granite Getaway $ Thursday-2200 Sunday Pre-trip meeting Monday, 6 August, Cragging Classic See Description Mountain Biking: Foundations $ Calmont Vineyard Climbing Path $ Swiss-Sprint: Simme Valley $ Friday-2300 Sunday Pre-trip meeting Tuesday, 21 August, Skydive the Saar $250 $ X Swiss Alps: Glacier Getaway $ Friday-2200 Monday, 3 September Pre-trip meeting Tuesday, 28 August, 11

7 12 4TH OF JULY ZUGSPITZE + RAFTING 4-8 JULY ODR EVENT DETAILS 13 Pre-register by 7 days prior Time: 0800 Wednesday-2200 Sunday Cost: $379 through ODR, or $1,000 on your own! Ages: 18+ (Communal Lodging) Includes: Equipment, Swiss Mountain Guide, instruction, transportation, hut lodging, hut meals, gondola ticket & rafting fee. ALL CANCELLATIONS MUST BE MADE 72 HOURS IN ADVANCE TO RECEIVE A REFUND. Trips & Tours SWISS-SPRINT: SIMME VALLEY May August Pre-register by 7 days prior Time: 1400 Friday-2300 Sunday Cost: $189 Ages: 18+ (Communal Lodging) Includes: Transportation, instruction & equipment (no meals). Whisk yourself away on our custom Switzerland-Sprint weekend to a private mountain cabin nestled near Interlaken, Switzerland. The Simme River Valley flows east into Interlaken and its scenery rivals that of neighboring Grindelwald under the Eiger. What it shares in scenery, however, it does NOT share in hordes of summer tourists. Whitewater kayaking and rafting opportunities, sport rock climbing, day hiking, gondola riding, cross country cycling, alpine scrambling, and cow-bell listening are just a few of the possibilities that await participants in this little slice of Swiss-heaven. Through a unique relationship with former president of the Swiss Canoeing federation our programmer has arranged accomodation in the club s private mountain kayaking cottage complete with bunk rooms, showers, communal kitchen, and an amazing view from the front porch. Do not miss this trip! Trip meeting 1800 Tuesday prior. SWISS ALPS ADVENTURE: EIGER VALLEY May Pre-register by 7 days prior Time: 1400 Friday-2200 Monday Cost: $229 Ages: 18+ Includes: Equipment, Swiss Mountain Guide, instruction, transportation, camping & some meals. This Memorial Day, join Ramstein Outdoor Recreation for an unforgettable exploration of the Eiger Valley region around Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland. Lauterbrunnen is fabled for its array of towering waterfalls. We will set up our tents and sleeping bags (provided) under the 1,000 foot tall Staubbach Falls and spend the holiday weekend in the awe-inspiring scenery of the Swiss Alps. Complete the famous via ferrata up to the Alpine town of Murren, rock climbing, camping, day hiking, paragliding, and other opportunities abound. Guides will lead a variety of activities for you to choose from each day or you may book your own at your expense. Trip meeting Tuesday, 22 May,. SWISS ALPS: SWIFTWATER RESCUE 8-10 June Pre-register by 7 days prior Time: 1400 Friday-2300 Sunday Cost: $169 Ages: 18+ Includes: Equipment, Swiss rescue instruction, transportation & hut lodging. As your canoe/kayaking skills and aspirations progress it becomes increasingly important to understand the hazards inherent in the river environment. This course aims to provide a foundational level of swiftwater rescue training for those who need a refresher as well as those interested in practicing these concepts for the first time. No food provided, hostel style accommodation, class III paddling experience strongly advised. Non-paddler participants are welcome to join to explore the surrounding Alps scenery in their own way as well. River to be selected based on water levels and group experience. Contracted instruction by American Canoe Association Instructor Patrick Frehner. Trip meeting Tuesday, 5 June,. SWISS ALPS: ENGELBERG HUT-TO-HUT June Pre-register by 7 days prior Time: 0800 Thursday-2200 Sunday Cost: $329 Ages: 18+ (Communal Lodging) Includes: Equipment, Swiss Mountain Guide, instruction, transportation, hut lodging, hut meals & gondola ticket. Three fantastic nights spent in alpine huts above treeline will leave you feeling invigorated and inspired after breathing thin air. Friday we ll make the drive south to the base of the mountains and be whisked away by cable car up 1,860 meters to sleep at Brunnihutte. Alpine hiking, via ferrata, rock climbing, and porch-relaxing all guaranteed on this big-mountain itinerary. Paragliding from huts available at participants expense. Trip meeting Monday, 11 June,. Mountain Biking: Foundations 5 May 9 June 11 August Time: Cost: $29 Ages: 18+ Includes: Bike rental, instruction & transportation. This course will cover all the skills essential for you to enter the world of mountain biking. An ODR trip leader will guide you through a section of one of Germany s largest forests emphasizing key techniques that differentiate true mountain biking from the Huffy you grew up on in the cul-de-sac. This course is designed for those with previous biking experience eager to explore the world of forest roads and single-track trails. All riding demands fitness and endurance. Is there a better way to celebrate Independence Day Weekend than climbing a mountain, riding the knee-saver gondola down, then cashing-in on the relaxation you ve earned on some nearby whitewater? We couldn t think of one! The top of Germany awaits us as we make a multi-day overnight ascent of the Austrian face of the Zugspitze to almost 10,000 feet. The summit gondola will whisk us safely back to the base to recharge and prepare for some fun on whitewater ahead. Nights on the mountain spent in high alpine huts. Trip meeting Monday, 25 June,. SWISS ALPS: GLACIER-DASH July Pre-register by 7 days prior Time: 1400 Friday-300 Sunday Cost: $229 Ages: 18+ Includes: Equipment, Swiss Mountain Guide, transportation, hut lodging & hut meals. Another Swiss-Alps Sprint weekend, but this time to the glacially-covered high country above Lauterbrunnen! Professional Swiss Alpine Guides will lead us high into the hills for an unforgettable experience navigating crevasses, wandering through ice caves and tunnels, and even a chance to ice climb! Book fast, limited spaces available on this unique itinerary. Trip meeting Tuesday, 17 July, SWISS ALPS: GRANITE GETAWAY 9-12 August Pre-register by 7 days prior Time: 0800 Thursday-2200 Sunday Cost: $329 Ages: 18+ (Communal Lodging) Includes: Equipment, Swiss Mountain Guide, instruction, transportation, hut lodging & hut meals. Nestled high in an alpine valley at the headwaters of Lake Lucerne sits Bergseehutte. Pink granite walls thousands of feet high surround the landscape and some of them are accessible right out of the hut! We ll spend a long weekend circumnavigating this alpine wonderland from hut to hut taking in the glacially-carved lake from all directions. Bring your harness and shoes as well because we ll fill non-hiking hours with climbing on immaculate walls scattered through the area. Non-climbers will find themselves enthralled with the hiking terrain out the doorstep of the alpine huts. Trip meeting Monday, 6 August,. SWISS ALPS: GLACIER GETAWAY 31 August-3 September Pre-register by 7 days prior Time: 1400 Friday-2200 Monday Cost: $379 Ages: 18+ Includes: Equipment, Swiss Mountain Guide, transportation, hut lodging, hut meals & glacier guiding. A highlight of the summer season: crampons strapped on, ice axe navigating over brilliantly shining white glacial ice high above the Swiss Alps. Join us on this unique offering with Interlaken-based Swiss Alpine Guides and take your summer in Europe to new heights. We re excited for this one to say the least! Fitness and some experience with mountain travel required. Trip meeting Tuesday, 28 August,. Intermediate Mountain Biking: Rodalben 22 July Time: Cost: $29 Ages: 14+ Includes: Bike rental, instruction & transportation. Explore the trails in our own backyard! The village of Rodalben has some of the best single track mountain biking in the Ramstein area and offers roughly 25 kilometers of quality trails. Ride past rock formations, streams and even a cave as we traverse the mountain side. This trail is not for beginners as obstacles, narrow trails and steep, slanted hillsides can be difficult to navigate.

8 14 Trips & Tours Rock and Rappel: Cave Exploring 6 May 5 August Pre-register by COB Wednesday prior Time: Cost: $55 Ages: 18+ Includes: Transportation, equipment & instruction. Back by popular demand, Outdoor Adventure Programs is headed into the darkness! Luxembourg is home to many unique rock formations in the Mullerthal Forest, and we will explore some of the lesser known underground areas. Explore multiple different caves including one with a rappel into the black! This trip is not for the faint of heart as we will be climbing, crawling and sliding through the twilight zone alongside other creatures. Participants MUST bring own gloves, secure footwear and a light source they re okay with getting muddy. Clothing must cover full body for warmth and protection from abrasion. Zipline Elmstein 6 May 30 June 14 July 12 August Pre-register by COB Wednesday prior Time: Cost: $29 Ages: 12+ Includes: Transportation & half-day ziplining experience! Fly through the forest on 18 steel cables from tree to tree! See the treetops from a perspective you will never forget! Some platforms include jumps into space before the line supports your weight. Must weigh between kg. If you are afraid of heights, ziplining is not for you. Zipline Elmstein is highly regarded in our area and is insured. Roth Horse Ranch 12 May 2 June 29 July 26 August Pre-register by 7 days prior Time: Cost: $29 Ages: All (youth may ride with parents) Includes: Transportation, trail ride & petting zoo access. Giddy-up and get your boots on! It s time for a family-oriented trail ride through the Palatinate forest perfect for first time riders as well as bow-legged veterans. Half our group will ride while the other half enjoys the grounds and petting zoo at the nearby Roth Horse Ranch. Long pants and closed-toe shoes mandatory. We suggest bringing provisions for a picnic lunch to enjoy a relaxing afternoon out in nature white family. No food is available at the ranch. Metz SUP 19 May 3 June 8 July 19 August Pre-register by 5 days prior Time: Cost: $49 Ages: All (youth may ride with parents) Includes: Equipment, transportation & instruction. An ODR classic, the ever-popular Metz Stand Up Paddleboard Tour provides an amazing way to take in the sites of this beautiful French city. Glide across the canals of the Moselle River through the city center! We will start off outside the city then commute into downtown via waterways and canals. A small docking platform allows us to secure our craft and then wander the city streets in search of a sweet or savory lunch option. Perhaps a Royale with Cheese? Register early to ensure you snag a space! No previous SUP experience required, however, water confidence, balance, and some physical endurance suggested. The winds can be unpredictable. Water shoes and modest swim attire suggested. Bring passport, euro for lunch, and a change of clothes for the ride home. Dahn Rock Hike 20 May Pre-register by 3 days prior Time: Cost: $29 Ages: 10+ (with parent) Includes: Transportation & instruction. Towering red sandstone walls surround the village of Dahn south of us in the Palatinate Forest. Lace up your hiking boots and stretch out your spring legs in the fresh air of the Pfalz with Ramstein Outdoor Recreation. A 12 km loop leads us to some of the highlights of the region including sandstone spires, arches, and sheer walls framed with dense coniferous forest, as well as a restaurant nicely positioned along the route for a refueling stop (and a pilsner?) to boost your energy for the terrain ahead. Altfels Klettersteig: Hike and Rappel 3 June Pre-register by 5 days prior Time: Cost: $35 Ages: 16+ Includes: Equipment, instruction & transportation. This beautiful path wanders past striking rock formations overlooking an idyllic stream valley. Along the way we will encounter historic and cultural monuments dating back from the Roman periods of settlement along the Saar River. In our finale, we climb a cable-secured via ferrata to the top of the magnificent Altfels formation with an option to learn rappelling techniques for your descent. Mosel Bicycle Tour 16 June Pre-register by 5 days prior Time: Cost: $40 Ages: 16+ Includes: Transportation, instruction & bike rental. A full day of cycling along one of Europe s most famous bicycle paths. The Mosel Radweg continues beside the water and avoids climbing up into the hills. Spectacular views are guaranteed on this journey where historical remnants and natural beauty blend seamlessly. Fitness and endurance suggested. Whitewater: Foundations 23 June Pre-register by 3 days prior Time: Cost: $29 Ages: 16+ Includes: Equipment, transportation & instruction. Within 90 minutes of base lies a multitude of whitewater kayaking courses just waiting to put a smile on your face and get your heart beating fast! Eddyline, chine, hanging draw, boof... if these words don t mean anything to you but your interest is piqued then strap your PFD on and hop on the river with us as we spend the day dialing in our maneuvers and boat control in preparation for other whitewater opportunities ahead! Strongly suggest participants attend 18 June Kayak Skills Clinic before this trip. Water confidence and swimming ability is a must. Pack a lunch, and cut em up! Mosel Heights Trail 7 July Pre-register by 3 days prior Time: Cost: $35 Ages: 12+ Includes: Equipment, transportation & instruction. Explore one of Europe s oldest hiking paths along Germany s most romantic river - the Mosel. Along the journey we will pass medieval castles, countless vineyards, and vistas of magnificent natural beauty. Moderate fitness and comfort on uneven and rocky terrain required km range.pack snacks or bring euro for the restaurant along the route. French/German Border Hike 15 July Pre-register by Wednesday prior Time: Cost: $35 Ages: All Includes: Transportation & instruction. Join Ramstein Outdoor Recreation for a day of hiking in the forests of France and Germany. We will hike for about 10 kilometers along steep and, at times, physically demanding trails. The reward of multiple 12th century castle ruins is well worth your efforts! We will have lunch on top of one of the ruins with a commanding view of the surrounding terrain. Fleckenstein Castle is the hike s largest and best preserved; interior access to this ruin has an extra fee so make sure to bring euro. Sauer River Canoe 21 July Pre-register by Wednesday prior Time: Cost: $40 Ages: All Includes: Transportation, instruction & canoe rental. The Sauer River flows along the border of Germany and Luxembourg and provides some spectacular scenery. We will travel to Luxembourg and weave in and out of Germany for 17 kilometers as we meander our way down the river toward Echternach, Luxembourg s oldest city. Dress for the weather and bring plenty of water, snacks, and euro for lunch in the town of Bollendorf along the river! Confidence in the water suggested. LEARN TO FLY: GLIDER STYLE 19 MAY 9 JUNE 8 SEPTEMBER Pre-register by 3 days prior Time: 0800 Cost: 300 (VAT forms accepted) Ages: All Includes: Transportation to and from airport, two hours of ground school ( the day prior at ODR), 3 flights in glider plane, lunch, a flight log book and the presentation of certificate of completion with sekt or sparkling juice. Our engine is the sun! Come join ODR and FSV Kaiserslautern e. V. to safely learn how to fly sailplanes using the power of the sun! FSV Kaiserslautern e. V. offers a family-friendly environment for learning to fly. We encourage all ages to come join uson this fulfilling aviation experience. Young children can participate and be around aviation for the day by assisting with pushing sailplanes around the airfield in a safe and educational environment. At the end of the ODR Gliding Event, you will be able to take your skills and continue working toward a pilot license in the US or Germany! Pre-trip Glider Ground School Friday prior, RÜDESHEIM WINE HIKE 24 JUNE 28 JULY 19 AUGUST SKYDIVE THE SAAR 20 MAY 10 JUNE 15 JULY 25 AUGUST Pre-register by 3 days prior Time: Cost: $39 Ages: All Includes: Transportation, instruction, Rhine Ferry & gondola fee. Rüdesheim rhymes with wine for one reason; one Encyclopaedia of Wine suggests this is the most important wine growing area in the world. They are talking about the Rheingau, which with a planted area of around only 3,000 hectares, is one of the smallest wine-growing areas in Germany. Hike through these famed Riesling-covered hills and earn your tasting! A pleasant gondola descent (included in trip fee) will bring you back into the heart of the village for a memorable day along the Rhine! 10 km hike gains much elevation and requires moderate fitness. 15 Pre-register by 7 days prior Time: , 15 July Cost: $100 Ages: 12+ Includes: Transportation & tandem jump from 4,000 meters. Climb to a height of 4,000 meters above the border of Germany and France above the Saar River... then experience human flight with a tandem jump! Flying is one of mankind s most ancient dreams - and now you can live it! A tandem jump gives you a direct experience of the excitement during a free fall. The ascent, the jump, the speed during free fall, gliding under the canopy - it all creates a breathtaking experience beyond description. If you are at least 140 cm tall, at least 12 years of age, weigh less than 95 kilos, nothing stands in your way.

9 16 ALL CANCELLATIONS MUST BE MADE 72 HOURS IN ADVANCE TO RECEIVE A REFUND. 17 Trips & Tours Climbing Programs & Classes DAD S DAY AT THE LAKE 17 JUNE Time: Cost: $10 Ages: All Pre-register by 3 days prior Includes: Transportation, instruction, watercraft, lawn games & entry. For a fantastic Father s Day hop in the van for a ride or meet us at the gate of Gelterswoog Lake just outside Kaiserslautern for a day of fun on the water and on the beach! Beautiful white sand meets the cool and calm waters of Gelterswoog where we ll spend the day relaxing, stand up paddleboarding, playing games as families, and enjoying the summertime. Treat yourself and bring your sunblock! Restaurant available on site and great dinner options nearby if you drive yourself and stick around for the evening. CRAGGING CLASSIC 24 JUNE 4 AUGUST Time: Cost: $29 (no experience), $19 (if belay-certified), $9 (if lead-certified) Ages: All Pre-register by 3 days prior Includes: Equipment, transportation & instruction. NEW CLIMBING TRIP FORMAT FOR 2018: tiered pricing based on experience level. If you re autonomous, just pitch in for gas and come enjoy the camaraderie of climbing with friends! If you ve never put a harness on before, get a great value for certified American Mountain Guides Association instruction tailor-made for your needs! Surrounding destinations include the sandstone towers of Dahn, Schriescheim quarries, the basalt cracks of Ettringer-Lay, and Quartzite fins near Idar Oberstein. Bring your passport because we might even end up in Luxembourg for the sweet sandstone surrounding Berdorf. All equipment provided as needed. We ll climb classics and choss-piles and smile all the while. CALMONT VINEYARD CLIMBING PATH 18 AUGUST Time: Cost: $35 Ages: 12+ Pre-register by 3 days prior Includes: Transportation, equipment & instruction. Experience one of the most magnificent views in Germany while traversing Europe s steepest vineyard. Your guide will lead you along the climbing path over ladders and steps above the Mosel River. Afterwards, we will leave the safety gear behind to sample the world famous cuisine and beverages traditional to the region. KAYAK SKILLS CLINIC 7 MAY 18 JUNE 23 JULY 20 AUGUST Pre-register by COB Friday prior Time: Cost: $19 Ages: 10+ with parent Includes: Equipment & instruction. This course will cover all the skills necessary for you to navigate your kayak including basic strokes, the body mechanics of paddling, and how to safely escape from an overturned boat! This is a great chance to prepare for our upcoming kayak trips, or a great way to add variety to your work week at our own aquatic center. Meet at Ramstein Aquatic Center with appropriate swim attire and come ready to get wet! Every Monday Time: All day Cost: FREE for women Ages: All Includes: Equipment & day pass. gives women the opportunity to develop their skills and techniques in a predominantly female environment. Support one another s fitness goals while developing stronger friendships! Sign up for a belay certification to learn proper belaying techniques. Every Wednesday Time: All day Cost: FREE for active duty Ages: 18+ Includes: Equipment & day pass. In honor of our Active Duty members, enjoy a day of climbing on us. That s right, bring in your Active Duty Military ID and climb all day for FREE! Every Friday Time: All day Cost: $2 per climber Includes: Equipment, instruction & day pass. Climbing provides a fun and exciting way to get some exercise for the whole family! Climbing can begin at just two years of age, but belayers must be 16 years or older and complete our belay class. Belayer not required; we have automatic belay stations and bouldering as an option as well! Intro to Lead Climbing Call ODR for dates and times. Cost: $49 Ages: All Includes: Equipment, instruction, day pass & lead climbing qualification card. Take the next step in your climbing progression! Learn how to ascend from the ground up while anchoring yourself to the rock with climbing gear. Practice with new gear and acquire new belay techniques and climbing styles in the safety of an indoor setting. Not for beginner climbers! Belay certification and climbing experience required prior to registration. Participants successfully completing this course will be issued a lead climbing qualification card. Minimum of 3 participants to run course. Thursdays: 3, 10, 17 & 31 May 7, 14 & 21 June 12 & 19 July 2, 9, 16 & 30 August Sundays: 20 May 24 June 22 July 19 August Time: Thursdays , Sundays Cost: $25 Ages: 16+ Includes: Equipment, instruction, day pass & belay safety card. Learn the basics of knot tying, harness fitting, climbing equipment, commands and proper belay techniques at ODR s indoor rock wall. After successful completion of the class, you will be able to test for your belay certification card, making you eligible to belay at the Ramstein indoor rock wall without supervision. Do you already have previous experience belaying? If you are already competent at both belaying and climbing, you may skip the belay class and test out in the 15 minutes after every belay class. Climbing Movement: Foundations 15 May 12 June 17 July 14 August Pre-register by COB day prior Time: Cost: $19 Ages: 12+ with parent Includes: Equipment, instruction & day pass. Lions and Tigers and Bears, oh my! Laybacks and tendons and flares, oh my! Climbing movement fundamentals can be intimidating to master and they take brains to learn effectively. Luckily, our instructors have the courage to help you in a two-hour skills-specific clinic format. Participants will learn methods to climb more efficiently, develop a warm up routine to help prevent injury, and learn to set goals that don t require any wizardry to attain! All abilities and experience levels welcomed. There is always more to learn!

10 18 INDOOR CLIMBING WALL ODR RETAIL STORE 19 The Ramstein ODR climbing wall is the ultimate indoor activity for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy all year long! With routes for every skill level, the climbing wall offers a wide variety of fitness challenges for climbers of all ages. Check out the name brand merchandise at ODR s Retail Store. We have the necessary apparel and gear to outfit your adventure. Visit 86FSS.com for a full list of items. PASSES Day Pass $5 Monthly Membership $35 Six Month Membership $90 All members receive free equipment rentals and $5 off Outdoor Climbing Trips, and are eligible to attend staff and volunteer trainings. EQUIPMENT Climbing Shoes $2 Climbing Chalk $1 FUNCTIONS & PARTIES Birthday Party Package $10 per person Two-hour package includes unlimited climbs, instructor & equipment. Function Room Rental $25 flat fee Ramstein ODR offers a variety of weekly classes and climbing sessions to the KMC. These include belay certification courses, women s climbing days and more. Look to our full program calendar for special outdoor climbing trips and weekend getaways. For seasonal promotions, visit 86FSS.com All outside climbing equipment must be inspected by an ODR employee prior to being used in the facility. The minimum age to belay in the facility is 16. Outdoor Recreation reserves the right to refuse access to the climbing wall to anyone who demonstrates unsafe behavior or lack of training. ONGOING SALES IN STORE! Purchase Six-Month Climbing Wall Pass: Receive 10% off climbing accessories and equipment on 1st day of pass. Purchase any ODR trip: Receive 10% off all retail items related to the trip on day of purchase. Purchase any 2015/2016 bike: Receive 10% off all bike accessories and equipment on day of purchase. Rent a bicycle at the monthly rate: Receive 10% off all bike accessories and equipment on 1st day of rental.

11 20 ODR RENTALS & SERVICES Ramstein Outdoor Recreation carries a full line of high-end ski & snowboard equipment, bicycles, outdoor gear, sporting equipment and party accessories, available for the KMC. Check out our seasonal prices and service packages. RESERVABLE ITEMS All of Outdoor Recreation s events & utility items are available for reservation up to 30 days in advance. Reservations must be made in person at Outdoor Recreation s front counter. All other items are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Equipment reservation cancellations made less than 72 hours prior to pickup will result in the loss of the entire reservation fee. Refunds will not be given for early rental returns. Commander s Toolkit Packages are available, free of charge, for all command-sponsored events. Call Ramstein ODR or visit 86FSS.com for reservation details. EVENTS & UTILITY 1 DAY 3 DAYS 7 DAYS Fest Table $3 $6 $15 Fest Bench $1 $2 $5 Mity-Lite Folding Table $3 $6 $15 Mity-Lite Folding Chair $1 $2 $5 Event Tent (10 X 10 ) $25 $50 $125 Dunk Tank $40 $80 $200 BBQ Trailer Grill (propane) $40 $80 $200 BBQ Trailer Grill (smoker) $40 $80 $200 Utility Trailer (euro spec) $20 $40 $100 Rocket Box Equipment Carrier (vehicle roof mount) $15 $30 $75 SPORTS & GAMES 1 DAY 3 DAYS 7 DAYS Softball Glove $1 $2 $5 Softball Team Set $15 $30 $75 Flag Football Team Set $10 $20 $50 Sports Balls $2 $4 $10 Frisbee $2 $4 $10 Horseshoe Set $3 $6 $15 Croquet Set $3 $6 $15 Volleyball Set $6 $12 $30 Badminton Set $4 $8 $20 Tug of War Rope $4 $8 $20 Cornhole $5 $10 $20 EQUIPMENT 1 DAY 3 DAYS 7 DAYS Sleeping Bag $5 $10 $25 Inflatable Sleeping Pad $2 $4 $10 Sleeping Cot $4 $8 $20 Tent (2-3 Persons) $8 $16 $40 Tent (4 Persons) $10 $20 $50 Tent (5-6 Persons) $12 $24 $60 Camping Chairs $2 $4 $10 Camping Table $2 $4 $10 Propane Stove $4 $8 $20 Dutch Oven $2 $4 $10 Four Person Dish Set $2 $4 $10 Electric Lantern $2 $4 $10 Water Jug Cooler $3 $6 $15 Cooler 60 qt & 68 qt $4 $8 $20 Cooler 100 qt & 120 qt $5 $10 $25 Day Pack $3 $6 $15 Overnight Pack $5 $10 $25 Child Carrier Backpack $10 $20 $50 Binoculars $2 $4 $10 Canoe $20 $40 $100 (includes up to 2 paddles & 2 life jackets) Kayak $20 $40 $100 (includes 1 paddle & 1 life jacket) Stand-Up Paddleboard $15 $30 $75 (includes 1 paddle & 1 life jacket) Life Jacket $2 $4 $10 Paddle $3 $6 $12 ODR RENTAL REGULATIONS Equipment and services are available to authorized ID cardholders only. All equipment must be CLEAN, DRY and SERVICEABLE upon return; otherwise a cleaning fee will be charged. 21 Lost or damaged equipment must be reimbursed. Value of lost or damaged rental items will be determined by the Rental Equipment Coordinator, and will be based on market value, plus a handling surcharge.

12 22 BIKE SHOP SERVICES Tune-Up $56 True Wheel starting at $12 Overhaul starting at $100 Contact the shop for details. Expedite Fee $20 Have your bike moved to the front of the queue. PCS Packing $38 When it comes to bike repair & maintenance, Ramstein ODR is the best! Bring us your equipment for a standard tune-up or for a full overhaul. We ll get your bike in proper shape for the riding season. The Ramstein ODR Bike Shop also carries a full line of Kona bicycles for rental or purchase. Kona builds great road racers and high-end competition mountain bikes. Check one out today! Tune-Up Includes: Set up and adjustment of brakes and dérailleur Minor truing of wheels Lubrication of cable sets, chain and pivot points All fasteners checked for tightness Spot cleaning as necessary to accomplish tuning of drive train Excludes replacement parts. Labor charge only. BIKE RENTALS 1 DAY 3 DAYS 7 DAYS Adult Bicycle (w/helmet) $15 $25 $60 Youth Bicycle (w/helmet) $10 $15 $40 Bike Lock $2 $4 $10 Bike Light Set $2 $4 $10 Bike Trailer (2 child, 100 lb. limit) $10 $20 $50 One-Month Bike Rental: $100 Flat Tire Insurance (covers cost of damaged tubes): $1 Customer bikes not picked up within five days of customer being contacted will incur a $5 per day storage fee. WINTER RENTALS 1 DAY 3 DAYS 7 DAYS Alpine Skis or Snowboard $12 $24 $60 Alpine Skis/Snowboard Package $20 $40 $100 Ski Poles $2 $4 $10 Snowboard Bindings $2 $4 $10 Helmet $4 $8 $20 Boots $5 $10 $25 Snow Shoes $10 $20 $50 Snow Blades $12 $24 $60 Snow Sled $2 $4 $10 Children s Ski Trainer Harness $2 $4 $10 Seasonal Ski/Snowboard Rental $199 PTEX Insurance (covers minor scratches on equipment): $5 SNOWBOARD & SKI SERVICES 23 During Ramstein Outdoor Recreation s winter season, staff are available to fit you for rental ski/snowboard equipment! WINTER RENTAL FITTING HOURS Monday-Saturday: Sunday & Holidays: Ski/Snowboard Tune-Up $20 (machine base wax, edge) Performance Tune-Up $32 (hand wax, edge) Base Repair (per foot) $12 Large Patch Repair $35 Small Patch Repair $25 Binding Safety $20 Inspection & Torque Test DIN Setting $10 (only 1 boot required) Binding Installation $15-30 Hand Wax $15 Machine Wax $5

13 24 VEHICLE RESALE ODR VEHICLE RESALE LOT BASE LAKE PAVILION & RECREATION Utilization of the Resale Lot is open to all Ramstein affiliated active duty Military, DoD Civilians, NAF Personnel, NATO ID holders and U.S. Retired Military (space available). Priority for use will be given to Active Duty, DoD Civilian and NAF assigned to Ramstein Air Base. The Resale Lot is located next to the Northside Chapel. DUE TO LIMITED PARKING, SPACES ARE AVAILABLE ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS. RESALE LOT USER POLICY 1. Vehicles must be operationally registered and capable of passing inspection. Non-operational vehicles may not be placed on the lot. Current vehicle registration must be present at the time of sign-up. The registration must remain current throughout the time the vehicle remains on the lot. 2. The issued pass must be prominently displayed on the dashboard of the vehicle. Renewals must be made prior to the end of the permit expiration period. No refunds will be given for vehicles sold before permit expiration date. 3. Use of the lot is for private sales only. No commercial sales operations are allowed. 4. The resale lot will not be used for long-term storage. No RVs or camping trailers are authorized. 5. Vehicles with an expired permit or no permit (abandoned property) will be removed at the owner s expense. Abandoned property will be transferred to the custody of the Base Supply Property Disposal Officer and be subject to disposal IAW DOD Regulation , chapter 4, paragraph Spaces are numbered and assigned individually DO NOT PARK IN ANOTHER SPACE. If someone has parked in your assigned space, please park in an unnumbered spot adjacent to one of the numbered rows and notify Ramstein Outdoor Recreation. 7. A $14 or $20 fee is charged per 7 or 14 days, respectively, to place a vehicle on the Resale Lot. This fee includes the date of reservation. All fees are non-refundable. Once the registered vehicle has been removed from the Resale Lot permanently, please contact Ramstein Outdoor Recreation so that the pass may be checked back in. Violations of the user policy will result in termination of the permit, removal of the vehicle from the Resale Lot and appropriate notification of chain of command. Neither the U.S. Air Force nor Outdoor Recreation is responsible for any loss or damage to vehicles or possessions as a result of having one s vehicle parked on the Resale Lot. Only one permit authorized per vehicle, not transferable. Looking for a place to host your next family gathering or unit function? Base Lake facilities can be reserved for groups and/or special events. Reservations must be made in person at the Outdoor Recreation facility. The POC will be responsible for completing the reservation form and paying the required cleaning deposit. The deposit is fully refundable if the area is left in the condition it was rented. Facility reservations may be made six months in advance, not counting the current month (i.e. July reservations can be accepted beginning the first day in January). DAY OF RENTAL: Ramstein Outdoor Recreation staff will conduct pre-inspection of facility and reservation area and mark as reserved. If you need to cancel or reschedule your event, please contact ODR as early as possible so as to allow the time slot to be made available for reissue. RULES AND REGULATIONS The Base Lake and picnic areas are not staffed and are open to the public 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Base Lake users must ensure that all areas are cleaned prior to departure and trash is placed in the designated receptacles. Patrons are not permitted to drive or park within the fenced Base Lake area without the approval of the Outdoor Recreation Director. Alcohol is not permitted at the Base Lake. Pets are permitted in the Base Lake recreation area but must be kept on a leash and under control at all times. Pet owners will be responsible for cleaning up after their pets. Swimming, wading and associated in-water sports are prohibited. Fishing and boating are prohibited if not in conjunction with an organized Outdoor Recreation event. Overnight Camping and open campfires are prohibited if not in conjunction with an organized Outdoor Recreation event. Designated grills are located throughout the area and are available for public use.

14 26 RAMSTEIN AQUATIC CENTER The Ramstein Aquatic Center has three indoor pools, which allow for year-round swimming. Both the facility and pool temperatures are kept in the 80s, making it seem like summer year-round. This beautiful facility offers a 25 meter fitness pool with lap lanes, a diving board, wading pool for the little ones and a recreation pool (which reaches up to three feet deep) that has water slides and a playground. Swim Challenge 2018 The Swim Challenge is an at your own pace program designed to get you the extra mile. Sign up and grab a Challenge Card any time between January and December to keep track of your distances. Swimmers earn prizes at the following milestones: 25 km, 50 km, 100 km, 200 km, 300 km, 400 km and 500 km. SCUBA Course: PADI Open Water Certification Get a lifetime certification for Open Water Scuba Diving. No experience necessary. Cost is $475 per person, or $275 with discount. All training and materials included. See calendar on page 4-11 for class times and dates. Group Swim Lessons We offer many different levels of American Red Cross certified water safety courses, including: Parent & Child Aquatics (Level 1 & 2) Acclimate infants and young children to the water with fun activities and games. Preschool Aquatics (Levels 1-3) Lay the foundation for future stroke development. Learn to Swim (Levels 1-5) Introduction of water skills and stroke advancement. Lifeguard Certification Course See if you have what it takes to be a certified lifeguard. Participants will learn multiple water rescue techniques as well as core lifesaving skills, including CPR/AED & First Aid for the professional rescuer. Upon successful completion of course, participants will receive an American Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate. Cost is $150. We also offer Lifeguard Recertification Courses. See calendar for schedule. Lane Reservations Looking to book a lane reservation for your unit or organziation? Have your next PT session or unit swim day with us. Utilize our online form at CLASSES & PROGRAMS 27 POOL PASSES Daily Adult $3 Youth $2 Family $10 5 & Under FREE Monthly Adult $20 Youth $10 Family $35 Yearly Adult $90 Youth $70 Family $175 SWIM LESSONS Group lesson session (8 classes) $50 Private swim lesson (180 minutes) $125 Semi-private lesson ((180 minutes) $188 LANE RESERVATION Lane reservation, lanes 1-8 (per hour) $11.25 Dive well & lane 9 (per hour) $25

15 28 KAISERSLAUTERN ROD & GUN CLUB The Rod and Gun Club provides an array of different activities including paintball, archery, skeet & trap shooting and rifle or pistol shooting. The facility also houses a retail store offering paintball equipment, fishing gear, firearms and knives for purchase. Various skill courses are available throughout the year. The Kaiserslautern Rod & Gun Club brings an exciting new face to the military community. Have any questions about firearms or archery? Our knowledgeable staff can help! Need a change of pace for your next date with your loved one? Come out and test our ranges: pistol & rifle, trap or skeet and paintball. We also offer a full array of rental guns and ammunition for sale. Our professional staff will not only ensure your safety but ensure you have a reat time on the range. Need a little extra instruction? No problem! Team Rod & Gun are here to serve you with op-notch firing and archery guidance. Does your squadron have an upcoming gathering? Consider paintball as our next team-building outing. Our grounds offer multiple fields including a huge woods-ball course. We also offer full service trap and skeet at an ultra low price. If you need a private shooting range, we do that too. And don t forget, Germany has prime trout fishing locations, and we can coordinate private or group excursions! Make a day out of it and be sure to consider our rental ballroom area complete with patio and dedicated BBQ areas. Kaiserslautern Rod & Gun is also host to the German Hunting Course and Sport Shooter classes. Stop by for more information. MEMBER PRICES PISTOL RIFLE SKEET PRICES Range Fees (1 Day Pistol/Rifle Range Pass) $6.50 Gun Rental $9 Skeet/Trap/Sporting Clay (25 Clays or 1 Round) $6.50 NON-MEMBER PRICES PISTOL RIFLE SKEET PRICES Range Fees (1 Day Pistol/Rifle Range Pass) $8.50 Gun Rental $11 Skeet/Trap/Sporting Clay (25 Clays or 1 Round) $8.50 PAINTBALL Member Group Rate (10 person minimum) $35 Non-Member Rate, Per Person (includes 500 paintballs) $45 (Breakdown: Field/All Day Air $15 Gun Rental $12 Bag-O-Paint $15 Mask $3) MEMBERSHIPS 1 Year Rod & Gun Membership $15 2 Year Rod & Gun Membership $30 3 Year Rod & Gun Membership $45 Lifetime Rod & Gun Membership $99 EFFECTIVE 1 JUNE 2018, THE KAISERSLAUTERN ROD & GUN CLUB WILL BE ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS FOR TRAP AND SKEET FIELDS (1-HOUR BLOCKS FROM AND DURING SUMMER HOURS). THE COST WILL BE $25 AND INCLUDES 4 CLAY FEES. AMMUNITION AND EXTRA CLAY FEES WILL BE SOLD SEPARATELY. 29

16 30 UNIT & PRIVATE GROUP ACTIVITIES VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 31 Take the stress out of planning your next group adventure or unit function. Ramstein ODR, the Ramstein Aquatic Center and the Kaiserslautern Rod & Gun Club will take care of the venue, equipment and logistics so you and your group can focus on enjoying the activity. Ask for details! Ramstein Outdoor Recreation: We offer rock climbing (indoor and outdoor), mountain biking, road biking, whitewater rafting, whitewater kayaking, canoeing, lake kayaking, Stand Up Paddleboarding, hiking, backpacking, camping, snowshoeing and skiing (Alpine & Nordic). Ramstein Aquatic Center: Host your next birthday party or group event at the Ramstein Aquatic Center! We have specialty packages available to make your event memorable. Come into the center today to discuss reserving our kids recreational pool, dive pool or lane pool for your group activities. Kaiserslautern Rod & Gun Club: Rent our main room and BBQ area for your next unit get-together! We can arrange for a variety of shooting events using our pistol and rifle ranges, trap or skeet and newly refurbished paintball field. Germany is also home to great local trout fishing. Let us arrange a trip for you today! Gain job experience, increase your chance for promotion, support the community and build your resume by volunteering. Ramstein ODR, the Ramstein Aquatic Center and Kaiserslautern Rod & Gun Club are always looking for eager persons to support the facility. Opportunities include assistant outdoor adventure leaders, lead trips, recreation equipment technicians, customer service, information specialists & drivers and more! Contact our facilities today to see how you can get more involved in your local community.

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