FORT EUSTIS, Va. –
The 733rd Force Support Division has a lot in store for U.S. Army Soldiers and their families this summer at Fort Eustis.
The division hosts five different facilities: Outdoor Recreation, the Pines Golf Course, the Fort Eustis Bowling Center, the Fort Eustis Tickets and Travel office and the Fort Eustis Club. Each facility has their own attractions.
"There really are a lot of activities for Soldiers and their families," said Kay White, 733rd FSD supervisory recreation assistant (ODR). "We hope they take advantage of them."
The Outdoor Recreation center provides several different programs including equipment rental, cabin rentals and a storage lot. The center also regulates the hunting program, the Prisoners of War weapon range and the fishing program. The rental office also controls the horse stables, pavilions and the mini-park.
"The mini-park is a big attraction during the summer," said White. "The park offers mini golf, batting cages and go-karts. It is available for private parties and events."
To partake in these activities, or to rent an item, reservations must be made through the Outdoor Recreation rental office or over the phone at, 870-2610 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Pines Golf Course holds multiple tournaments throughout the summer months, as well as running its typical arrangement. The course is also home to Reggie's restaurant, which serves lunch and provides other snacks for purchase.
For more information on tournaments or general information contact the Pines Golf Course at 878-2252 Monday through Friday 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. or weekends and holidays 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Fort Eustis Bowling Center is open seven days- a-week with daily specials as well as parties and league bowling.
For more information or to book an event contact the bowling center at 878-5482 Monday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday 12 a.m. to 1 a.m., and Sunday 12 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The Fort Eustis Club hosts a lunch buffet Tuesday through Friday, as well as other public and private events. The club is also home to the Fort Eustis pool, available to Soldiers and their guests.
For more information on the club contact them at 878-5700 Tuesday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Fort Eustis Tickets and Travel office can find discount prices for trips and tickets to places near and far.
For more information or to book a trip contact the office at 878-3694 Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
White feels the facilities at Fort Eustis are able to let families have a good time, while saving money and staying close to home.
For additional information on the FSD facilities check out the JBLE Force Support website, www.jbleforcesupport.com.