By Brea DuBose, Volunteer with American Red Cross Vilseck Complex VILSECK, Germany — Before the coronavirus pandemic, most American Red Cross volunteers offered assistance in person. From helping run blood drives, to teaching classes and supporting the military community in Bavaria, the volunteer opportunities were endless. But as the…
By Laura Garcia, program specialist with Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP) GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — It is finally starting to warm up in Germany, and the time has come to get outside and enjoy this lush, green scenery. Riding bicycles, hiking, walking or running — all of these physical activities…
Edelweiss Lodge and Resort News Release GARMISCH, GERMANY — Consistent with host nation rules for hotel visits, the time has finally arrived to open the doors for service member guests at Edelweiss Lodge and Resort in beautiful Garmisch, Germany. The resort is scheduled to reopen on Friday, May 21.…
USAG Bavaria Family and MWR Marketing News Release GRAFENWOEHR, Germany – The American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration, in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association, is pleased to announce U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria as a finalist for the 2021 National Gold Medal Awards for Excellence in…
By Megan McKnight, USAG Bavaria Environmental Division GRAFENWOEHR, Germany – U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria’s Environmental Division published a new “Wildlife and Health Handbook” to help community members safely navigate human and wildlife interactions at USAG Bavaria. Ever found a bat in the attic, or a giant house spider…
AAFES Press Release GRAFENWOEHR, Germany – The Grafenwoehr Exchange is family serving family, and Soldiers can help their battle buddies in need by donating to Army Emergency Relief at the PX register. In 2020, Exchanges worldwide donated nearly $1.5 million to AER, an increase of more than 1,000%…
By Nanette Schneider, USAG Bavaria Hohenfels Environmental Division HOHENBURG, Germany — An extremely heavy rock fragment, weighing about one ton, came loose and fell off the cliff right above the town of Hohenburg. It was caught by a safety net, preventing serious damage to the well-known Hammermühle. Looking at…
By Kellie Matack, USAG Bavaria Emergency Management GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — In the spring and summer, it is not unusual for Germany to experience an inflow of warm, humid air masses originating from the southwest. When these air masses converge with the colder air from the north, and there is…
AAFES News Release GRAFENWOEHR, Germany – The Army & Air Force Exchange Service invites USAG Bavaria kids to enter the virtual Play-Doh Sculpt Contest for hands-on fun, as part of the Department of Defense retailer’s celebration of the Month of the Military Child. From April 23 to 29, military…
By the 7th Army Training Command Legal Office What is the Funded Legal Education Program? Each year the U.S. Army selects up to 25 highly qualified Active Duty officers and NCOs to attend law school, leave their basic branch, and become Judge Advocates in the JAG Corps. This year’s…