Edwards' Weekly Newsletter
412th Test Wing, Edwards Air Force Base
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Bamboo Eagle 24-3: USAFWC concludes second iteration of major exercise
Palmdale School District students successfully complete their PRIME summer program
Youth Golf Camp
WHEN: Aug. 13 - Oct. 3,?Tuesdays 6-7:30 p.m. and Thursdays 5-6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Youth Center
COST: $40 | Ages 5-18 This is a youth development camp that enables kids to build the strength of character that empowers them through a lifetime of new challenges. By seamlessly integrating the game of golf with a life skills curriculum, we create active learning experiences that builds inner strength, self-confidence, and resilience that kids can carry to everything they do.
REGISTRATION: CYPBMS portal
CONTACT: 275-KIDS
Cocktails & Ceramics ---?Arts & Crafts
WHAT: Join Arts & Crafts at Club Muroc and paint ceramics!?One glass of your choice of a well cocktail, beer, or wine is included. All ceramic pieces will be fired in a kiln and ready for pick up a week later at the Arts & Crafts building.
WHEN: Friday, Aug. 16,?7 – 9 p.m.
PRICE: $30
WHERE: Club Muroc
CONTACT: 275-ARTS
Comedy from the Corps
WHEN: Friday, Aug. 16. Doors open at 6 p.m. Show starts at 7 p.m.
PRICE: FREE
WHO: Adult comedy (18+)
WHERE: Base Theater
Senior Non-Commissioned Officer Induction Ceremony
WHAT: The 412th Test Wing is pleased to announce the upcoming Senior Non-commissioned Officer Induction Ceremony.?
WHEN: Friday, Aug. 16, 5:30 pm WHERE:?Club Muroc
Whitewater Rafting ---?Outdoor Recreation
WHAT: Get ready for an adrenaline rush on the Kern River! Experience thrilling white water rafting with stunning scenery. Lunch and transportation is provided.
WHEN: Saturday, August 17 and?24,?9 a.m.?- noon
PRICE: $100 R4R | $230 All others
SIGNUP: by?August 9 or 16?by calling 661-275-CAMP
Own your future
Air Force Personnel Center is coming to Edwards AFB!
WHEN: Tuesday, Aug. 20,?10:30-11:30 a.m. and 1:30-2:30 p.m.
WHERE: M&FRC Bldg 5620 (B)
WHAT: Learn about?CD opportunities, career paths,?AY 26 information, selection process, mobility, professional military, education, distance learning, tuition assistance, mentoring, development opportunities, resources,?POC listings, and more.
PRE-REGISTER: https://app.meet.ps/attendee/luy8kl6m?qr#materials
INCENTIVE: All participants who pre-register will be placed into a drawing for door prizes. (must be present to win)
?? Coffee or Tea ? with AFTC Personnel Directorate (DP)
WHAT: Monthly forums with supervisors of civilians
WHEN: Third Thursday of the month, 10-10:30 a.m.
Aug. 15: AcqDemo Program Update (one-hour session, 10-11 a.m.)
CONTACT: [email protected]
HOW: Join Microsoft Teams Meeting Conference ID: 408 416 887# Call?410-874-6740?to join audio only.
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???Vet Clinic Schedule (August)?????
August 6 and 20: 9 a.m. - 4?p.m.? (lunch: noon - 1 p.m.)
August 7: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.? (lunch: noon - 1 p.m.)
?? Worship Services
PROTESTANT SERVICE (Chapel 1) Sundays at 10 a.m.
CATHOLIC SERVICE (Chapel 2) Mass | Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11:30 a.m.?| Sundays at 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Confessions (Room 5) | Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:30-10:30 a.m. and 1:30-2:30 p.m. or?by appointment
???Edwards AFB School of Music???????
WHO: Ages 5 and up
WHAT: Music lessons for piano, guitar, voice, and drums
WHERE: Youth Center
CONTACT: 275-5437
COST: $32 per 30-minute lesson (piano, guitar or voice);?$30 per 30-minute lesson (drums)
DEADLINE --- Submission window for Spark Tank 2025 (closes Aug. 14)
Spark Tank is the flagship competition in which innovators from across the Department of the Air Force pitch their ideas to a panel of top leadership and industry experts in pursuit of sponsorship to realize their idea. This years’ Spark Tank competition encourages all Airmen and Guardians to participate in the program and share their best ideas for improving the department’s capabilities.
WHO: Airmen, Guardians, and Department of the Air Force Civilians?(This message does not apply to government contractors)
WHAT: Help the DAF position itself for Great Power Competition by sharing your sparks today! New to GAIN? No problem, create an account at https://www.innovatedaf.com.
HOW: Submit?ideas using the Guardians and Airmen Innovation Network (GAIN ST25 campaign page) website.
CONTACT: [email protected].
?? CLOSURES (facilities) ??????
Sonic Splash Pool Slide
The Sonic Splash Pool Slide is currently closed for repairs.?The pool will remail open for recreational swim during regular operating hours: Wed – Fri | 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. and Sat & Sun | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Panda Express
Panda Express will be Closed, Aug. 22-28 due to maintenance.
???AFWERX Traditional Fall Fellowship program is accepting applications!
WHEN: Monday, July 22 – Friday, Aug. 16
WHAT: During this 4-month program, running Sept. 4 - Dec. 20, fellows will support a range of projects alongside AFWERX personnel and participate in a professional development curriculum to refine project management capabilities and expand skill sets!
WHO: Innovation enthusiasts of all ranks, active duty, Reserve, Guard and government civilians
?? CLOSURE: Fitz-Gerald Blvd. (commencing Aug. 12)
Fitz-Gerald Blvd.,?between Rosamond Blvd. and Wolfe Ave.,?will be fully closed for repairs to fill all gaps and potholes on the road. The estimated time to completion is 5-6 days. Cones and digital traffic signs will be posted to ensure a smooth flow of traffic on both S. Rosamond and S. Wolfe Ave.
???Before & After School Care
WHERE: School Age Annex
WHO: Ages 5 – 12 (5-year old must be in kindergarten)
CONTACT: Ms. Tabatha Anderson [email protected] and/or?661-275-7529
Space Shuttle Approach and Landing Tests
On August 12th, 1977, Rockwell’s OV-101 Space Shuttle Enterprise was released from a specially-configured Boeing 747 Space Shuttle Carrier Aircraft (SCA) and made its first unpowered free flight to the Rogers Dry Lake bed. The Enterprise was a prototype, non-orbiting model of the spacecraft, built for Approach and Landing Tests (ALTs).? It had been pulled truck to Edwards from Plant 42 for the tests. Its crew consisted of Fred Haise and Gordon Fullerton. The ALT program would consist of eight captive and five free flights.
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