“I’ve always felt that if I am deserving of the Medal of Honor, there are many, many others who are. I felt a little bad receiving it, so I received it on behalf of the fellows, because there’s no such thing as a single-handed war. There’s always a support group, and if you didn’t have people who supported you, you couldn’t fight a war.”
-Senator Daniel Inouye, MOH Recipient-
Our connection to other people is a critical component of remaining resilient over the course of life.
Even if you have just one close relationship in your life, you are significantly more likely to be able to overcome challenges and setbacks than if you’re in it alone.
Building and maintaining relationshipsis tough. These skills can help you learn how to get close and stay close to people you care about.
ACTIVITES TO HELP BUILD SOCIAL STRENGTH
BETTER OPPORTUNITIES FOR SINGLE SOLDIERS (BOSS): (FREE, MWR): BOSS encourages and assists single Soldiers in identifying and planning recreational and leisure activities and opportunities to contribute to their communities at Fort Campbell.
Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) is a program that supports the overall quality of life for single Soldiers. BOSS identifies well-being issues and concerns by recommending improvements through the chain of command. BOSS encourages and assists single Soldiers in identifying and planning for recreational and leisure activities. Additionally, BOSS provides single Soldiers the opportunity to participate in and contribute to their respective communities. Motivated single Soldiers with strong senior Military and MWR guidance are the backbone of the BOSS Program.
The 3 pillars of BOSS
I. Leisure and Recreation
This pillar focuses on meeting Soldiers’ leisure and recreational needs. As such, suggestions and ideas are solicited from the single Soldiers representatives of Fort Campbell at our bi-weekly meetings. These events are coordinated with BOSS, Warrior Zone and Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation. Leisure and Recreational activities are designed to provide alternative, opportunities on/ off post for Soldiers to get out of the barracks. Some leisure and recreational activities include Daytona Beach trips, Free movie nights at the Great Escape and trips to Gatlinburg.
II. Community Service
BOSS helps to promote Soldiers participation in many community service activities at Fort Campbell and in the surrounding communities. It provides a Soldier the chance to meet new people and grow as individuals. Soldiers are exposed to new people, ideas and learn new skills. Volunteering is good as it gives Soldiers a sense of involvement and achievement, beyond their day to day activities. Some community service activities are MP Halloween Assistant, Food Pantries and Toy Drives.
III. Quality of Life
This third pillar of BOSS targets enhancing single Soldiers’ morale, living environment, and personal growth and development. Depending on the issue at hand, it will be handled by the Soldiers’ chain of command. However, we provide Soldiers with documentation on issues they face such as smoking in the barracks, barracks policy letters and so on. Some quality of life activities include Commissary Awareness Month, Voters’ Registration and Single Soldiers Appreciation Dinners.
Click here to go to the MWR BOSS Website
POC: MWR BOSS Program 931-436-1990, 907-687-6063, 931-278-5458
COMMUNITY OUTREACH VOLUNTEERING (FREE, UNIT CHAPLAIN): Volunteer your time to support off-post organizations.
DESCRIPTION: The process of working collaboratively with external off-post organizations (The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Urban Mission, YMCA, Union Mission, Soup Kitchens, Veterans Homes, Worship Centers, Local Schools, Animal Shelters, etc. ) to codify a presence in the local community and allow Soldiers, Family members and Civilians to focus on something greater than themselves.
CATEGORY: Mental, Family, Spiritual, Social
LEAD TIME: 2 Weeks
EXECUTION TIME: Varies
COST: $0
MATERIALS: N/A
POC: Unit Ministry Team (UMT)
ADVENTURE PROGRAMS ($$, ADVENTURE PROGRAMS): The Adventure Program offers a variety of trips throughout the year such as skiing, white water rafting, hiking, climbing, mountain biking, and family adventures.
DESCRIPTION: The Adventure Program offers a variety of trips throughout the year such as skiing, white water rafting, hiking, climbing, mountain biking, and family adventures. Customized private trips and programing are also available. Keep your eyes open for these activities, including Discover Fort Campbell events, through-out the year.
CATEGORY: Mental, Family, Physical, Social
CLASS SIZE: Min of 8
LEAD TIME: 2 weeks
EXECUTION TIME: Programs can range from 2-8 hours
COST: Varies depending on trip/activity
MATERIALS: Safety equipment and staff to facilitate activities
POC: ADVENTURE PROGRAM 270-412-7855
CHALLENGE COURSE COMPLEX ($$, ADVENTURE PROGRAMS): The Challenge Course is an exciting and adventurous way to test your skills both individually and with a team.
DESCRIPTION: The Challenge Course is an exciting and adventurous way to test your skills both individually and with a team. Elements of the course include a high ropes course, zip line, vertical climbing wall, cable swing, and a 50-foot multi-sided climbing structure.
CATEGORY: Mental, Family, Physical, Social
CLASS SIZE: Min of 8
LEAD TIME: 2 week
EXECUTION TIME: Programs can range from 2-4 hours
COST: $25 per person
MATERIALS: Safety equipment and staff to facilitate activities
POC: 270.412.7855
INDOOR CLIMBING WALL ($$, ADVENTURE PROGRAMS): The Indoor Climbing Wall is open for all participants to learn how to rock climb or to improve their current skills.
DESCRIPTION: The Indoor Climbing Wall is open for all participants to learn how to rock climb or to improve their current skills. Climbing programs are available for beginners to experienced climbers (ages 5 and up).
CATEGORY: Mental, Family, Physical, Social
CLASS SIZE: Min of 8
LEAD TIME: 2 weeks
EXECUTION TIME: 1-2 hours
COST: $10 per person
MATERIALS: Safety equipment and staff to facilitate activities
POC: ADVENTURE PROGRAMS 270-412-7855
COLE PARK GOLF COURSE ($$, MWR): Offering one of the finest golfing facilities in the Army, Fort Campbell MWR’s18-hole championship golf course has a variety of different terrains which challenge all levels of golfers from beginners to advanced.
DESCRIPTION: Offering one of the finest golfing facilities in the Army, Fort Campbell MWR’s18-hole championship golf course has a variety of different terrains which challenge all levels of golfers from beginners to advanced.
CATEGORY: Mental, Family, Physical, Social
CLASS SIZE: Min of 1, max 4 per group
LEAD TIME: N/A
EXECUTION TIME: N/A
COST: Ranging from $7-$24 (Fees are based on rank and day of week)
MATERIALS: Golf clubs, golf balls, appropriate footwear and apparel
POC: 270.798.4906
PAINTBALL ($$, ADVENTURE PROGRAMS): Take your group out for this unique, hands-on learning experience of moving under direct fire, quick decision making, and forming field combat strategy or just come out to have good time.
DESCRIPTION: Simulate the battlefield experience on Outdoor Recreation’s Paintball field. Take your group out for this unique, hands-on learning experience of moving under direct fire, quick decision making, and forming field combat strategy or just come out to have good time.
CATEGORY: Mental, Family, Physical, Social
CLASS SIZE: Min of 8
LEAD TIME: 2 weeks
EXECUTION TIME: 2 hours
COST: Individual $45 per player, groups of 5-14 $40 per person, and groups of 15+ $35 per person
MATERIALS: Includes field fee, paintball gun/marker, one HPA tank with unlimited fills, barrel sock, mask, and 500 rounds of paint.
POC: 270.798.7855
FITNESS CLASSES (FREE, MWR): Various fitness classes are hosted at Estep and Shaw PFCs. Classes offered include cycling, Zumba ®, Total Pump ®, Xtreme Burn ®, and HITT, to name a few.
DESCRIPTION: Various fitness classes are hosted at Estep and Shaw PFCs. Classes offered include cycling, Zumba ®, Total Pump ®, Xtreme Burn ®, and HITT, to name a few.
CATEGORY: Mental, Family, Physical, Social
CLASS SIZE: based on available equipment and space
LEAD TIME: N/A
EXECUTION TIME: usually about 1 hour
COST: Nominal fee varies per class
MATERIALS: All required equipment and staff to facilitate each class
POC: 270.798.4023 or 270.461.2294
ARCHERY RANGE ($$, ADVENTURE PROGRAMS): Equipped with 6 lanes up to 160 feet with 5 Brickwall Systems, Fort Campbell MWR’s Archery Range has just what you need to hone your archery skills.
DESCRIPTION: Equipped with 6 lanes up to 160 feet with 5 Brickwall Systems, Fort Campbell MWR’s Archery Range has just what you need to hone your archery skills.
CATEGORY: Mental, Family, Physical, Social
CLASS SIZE: 2 person max on range at a time
LEAD TIME: N/A EXECUTION TIME: N/A
COST: $5 per person
MATERIALS: N/A
POC: 270.412.4015
TRAP AND SKEET RANGE ($$, ADVENTURE PROGRAMS): Learn to shoot Trap, Skeet, or 5 Stand to perfect your aim. Shotgun rentals also available.
DESCRIPTION: Learn to shoot Trap, Skeet, or 5 Stand to perfect your aim. Shotgun rentals also available.
CATEGORY: Mental, Family, Physical, Social
CLASS SIZE: 5 person max on range at a time
LEAD TIME: N/A
EXECUTION TIME: N/A
COST: Trap & Skeet - Adult $5 per person, Youth (age 10-16) $4.50 per person 5 Stand - $7 per person Shotgun Rental - $10
MATERIALS: All required equipment and staff to facilitate each class
POC: 270.798.4023 or 270.461.2294
HOOPER BOWLING CENTER ($$, MWR): Hooper Bowling Center is a fully modern 32 lane Brunswick facility with GSX pinsetters and vector scoring, which is displayed on our 32” flat screen monitors
DESCRIPTION: Hooper Bowling Center is a fully modern 32 lane Brunswick facility with GSX pinsetters and vector scoring, which is displayed on our 32” flat screen monitors. We offer party rentals and weekly specials including Lunch’N’Bowl, Hump Day, Quartermania and Pizza, Pins & Pop. Both adult and youth leagues are available for team participation. An adult lounge (Tilt’N’Tap) and a popular snack bar offer food and beverages, pay as you go.
CATEGORY: Mental, Family, Physical, Social
CLASS SIZE: N/A
LEAD TIME: N/A
EXECUTION TIME: Varies per games played
COST: Fees vary for bowling and shoe rental
MATERIALS: Appropriate footwear and bowling ball
POC: 270.798.5887
PRIVATELY OWNED FIREARM RANGE ($$, MWR): Offers 3 lanes of 8 pop-up targets ranging from 7 to 30 yards, 7 sniper lanes of Iron Maiden targets ranging from 218 to 800 yards, 75 yards long, and 18 sand/fox holes with targets at 25 yards.
DESCRIPTION: The Privately Owned Firearm Range offers 3 lanes of 8 pop-up targets ranging from 7 to 30 yards, 7 sniper lanes of Iron Maiden targets ranging from 218 to 800 yards, 5 concrete bays, 75 yards long, and 18 sand/fox holes with target frames at 25 yards.
CATEGORY: Mental, Family, Physical, Social
CLASS SIZE: N/A
LEAD TIME: N/A
EXECUTION TIME: N/A
COST: Range fees vary based on Active Duty status
MATERIALS: Safety equipment and staff to facilitate activities
POC: 270.412.4015/7939
PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER CHALLENGE SERIES (FREE, MWR): Events hosted include indoor triathlons, 1,000 lb. weightlifting events, reverse plank, rowing, and treadmill challenges and more.
DESCRIPTION: All Physical Fitness Centers host fitness challenge through-out the year. Events hosted include indoor triathlons, 1,000 lb. weightlifting events, reverse plank, rowing, and treadmill challenges and more.
CATEGORY: Mental, Family, Physical, Social
CLASS SIZE: N/A
LEAD TIME: N/A
EXECUTION TIME: About 1 hour
COST: Free
MATERIALS: Staff to facilitate activities
POC: 270.461.2629
WARRIOR ZONE (FREE, MWR): A multi-purpose entertainment space for relaxation and gaming. This facility features pool tables, cornhole, flat-screen TVs, and a fully equipped gaming lounge.
DESCRIPTION: The Warrior Zone is a multi-purpose entertainment space for relaxation and gaming. This facility features pool tables, cornhole, flat-screen TVs, and a fully equipped gaming lounge. Play on all systems - Xbox, PlayStation, including PS5, and Alienware. This facility is open to age 18+ only.
CATEGORY: Mental, Physical, Social
CLASS SIZE: N/A
LEAD TIME: N/A
EXECUTION TIME: N/A
COST: Free to enter and play games; food and beverages available for pay as you go
MATERIALS: players may bring their own games and controllers
POC: 270.461.0603
INTRAMURAL SPORTS (FREE, MWR): Intramural sports include softball, bowling, soccer, flag football, volleyball, dodgeball, and basketball.
DESCRIPTION: The Intramural Sports Program offers Active Duty service members the opportunity to enhance individual morale and unit esprit de corps, through individual and team competition. Intramural sports include softball, bowling, soccer, flag football, volleyball, dodgeball, and basketball.
CATEGORY: Mental, Physical, Social
CLASS SIZE: N/A
LEAD TIME: 2 weeks
EXECUTION TIME: 2-3 hours
COST: Free
MATERIALS: Equipment and staff to facilitate activities
POC: 270.881.7105
AIR ASSAULT AUTO DO-IT-YOURSELF SKILLS CENTER (FREE, MWR): If you have a passion for repairing vehicles or you are a novice and just want to learn, we have a do-it-yourself location with assistance from training instructors to guide and teach you
DESCRIPTION: If you have a passion for repairing vehicles or you are a novice and just want to learn, we have a do-it-yourself location with assistance from training instructors to guide and teach you. Drive on bays and post bays available. We also carry specialty tools. You can perform repairs such as oil changes, rotate & balance tires, engine work, AC repairs, coolant system services, alignments and more. We also offer 24/7 towing for a fee. We maintain a storage lot for monthly fees and offer a U-Buy U-Sell lot.
CATEGORY: Mental, Family, Physical, Social
CLASS SIZE: N/A
LEAD TIME: N/A
EXECUTION TIME: Varies per task performed
COST: Nominal fees for bays and tool loans
MATERIALS: Your vehicle and parts you may wish to install or replace, safety gear
POC: 270.956.1100
SOCIAL STRENGTH BASICS
Social Fitness is the ability to engage in productive personal and professional relationships, positively interact with unit and command networks, and use resources that promote overall well-being. Social fitness is like any other area – the more you practice or exercise it, the stronger your relationships will be.
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Practice communication skills.
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Manage time to set time aside to prioritize important relationships.
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Explain the challenges of military life to members of your family and friends who are not in the military – they may not understand the challenges and stresses you face.
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Find social activities to do together, like hobbies or recreation.
Some social behaviors can have negative effects, like using tobacco, alcohol consumption or gambling. While these activities can sustain relationships and help blow off steam, don’t become over-reliant on these activities for social interaction, as they can be habit-forming and negatively impact other relationships or areas of fitness.
Social isolation hasl ong been considered a primary risk factor for suicide along with mental illness, financial/legal troubles, and family or personal history of suicide attempts.
Cultivate positive relationships at work. Treating coworkers with respect and kindness can foster long-term dividends. Strong social fitness can bolster mental, spiritual, physical, and environmental fitness.
RESOURCES AND INFORMATION
To read Additional Information on Social Strength download the Eagle Tribe Cohesion Guide by clicking here.
To go to the Fort Campbell BOSS website click here