U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hunter Liggett & Parks Reserve Forces Training Area June 11, 2021

U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hunter Liggett &
                                          Parks Reserve Forces Training Area
                                                    June 11, 2021

                                                                  SUMMER TRAINING SURGE BEGINS

                                                                    Highlights for FHL:
                                                                     Army Reserve CSTX and Army National
                                                                      Guard XCTC
                                                                     Employee Awards Ceremony
                                                                     Teens graduation celebration
                                                                     CYS Olympic Day
                                                                     Wine tasting event

                                                                    Highlights for PRFTA:
                                                                     Global Medic exercise
                                                                     New AAFES Bldg. Meeting
                                                                     Camp Parks Sign Milestone

FHL and Parks Reserve Forces Training Area provides base operations support enabling total force readiness while providing for
the well-being and security of Soldiers, Family members and Civilians on post. It is the seventh largest Army installation and the
largest Army Reserve installation in the country. Along with this bi-weekly storyboard, FHL & CPRFTA produces a variety of
command information products which are available on the Defense Video & Imagery Distribution System (DVIDS). Produced by
the FHL Public Affairs Office, Bldg 238 California Ave, Fort Hunter Liggett CA 93928. For additional info, click on icons on right.

WORKFORCE RECOGNITION
                    2nd Quarter Employee Awards Ceremony

Fort Hunter Liggett conducted its 2nd Quarter Employee Awards Ceremony, announcing the DPW staff
Juanito Bautista as the Employee of the Quarter, June 10, 2021. Bautista received a Civilian Service
Achievement Medal and a $250 On the Spot Award for his outstanding service. Bautista retired as a
master sergeant with the 91st Training Division, and joined the installation staff a year ago. Twenty five
employees were recognized with Civilian Service Commendation Medals, Civilian Service Achievement
Medal, or a Certificate of Achievement. Ten employees earned their Length of Service Awards. (Photos by
DFMWR CYS Staff)

SOLDIER & FAMILY PROGRAMS
                        Fort Hunter Liggett CYS Olympic Day

The Mutli-Age Facility hosted the CYS Summer Kick-Off Olympic Day, June 4, 2021. This annual event
serves to kick-off the summer season at CYS. Many Olympic themed activities are set up for the children
to explore and try out. The children, staff, and visitors paraded around the facility with torches held high,
in a mock opening ceremony. Deputy Garrison Commander Mr. Myhres and DFMWR Director Mr.
Tertulien even joined in on the fun. To finish out the event each participant was awarded a gold medal.
(Photos by DFMWR CYS Staff)

SOLDIER & FAMILY PROGRAMS
              Fort Hunter Liggett Teen Graduation Celebration

The Fort Hunter Liggett Teen Center hosted a Graduation Celebration for the youth that
graduated from 8th grade and High School, June 8, 2021. Our youth have overcome
numerous challenges and obstacles this year during a global pandemic. From distance
learning to returning to in-person instruction, the youth have shown how resilient they are and
have been very successful. Congratulations to all the graduates! (Photos by DFMWR CYS
Staff)

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENTS
                        Hacienda Wine Tasting Event

The DFMWR Hacienda hosted a Wine Tasting which featured six local wineries for guests to
sample, as well as large charcuterie board of fine cheeses and specialty meats. Local
musician and Dining Facility staff, Ron Raade, entertained guests throughout the event.
(Photos by DFMWR)

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENTS
                                 Camp Parks Sign Move

The Secretary of the Army accepted the City of Dublin’s kind offer to renovate and relocate the historic
Camp Parks entrance sign from it’s current location at the southwest corner of the installation, to the
access control point for Parks Reserve Forces Training Area, June 7, 2021. The sign, created by Bruce
Goff, a Navy Sea Bee stationed here during World War II is eligible for listing on the National Register of
Historic Places. The gift will restore the sign’s function as an entrance sign, that can be appreciated by
the public, and allow the Army to meet the responsibility for historic properties. (Courtesy photos)

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENTS
                     Community Initiatives Resident Meeting

The Fort Hunter Liggett Community Initiatives Group held a community meeting complete with a BBQ at
Bradley Park, June 5, 2021. The Initiatives Group met with residents to discuss new events and follow up
with prior events that the community would enjoy having. The group discussed planning for events such
as 80’s karaoke night, camping in the park, and conversations of a dog park being build adjacent to
Bradley Park on the Rancho Milpitas side of housing. The Group has noticed an increase in attendance
of community events and looks forward to continue to engage residents, and create a sense of unity and
comradery. Some successful events hosted by the Group and DFMWR include the Mardi Gras Parade
(Photos FHL Community Initiatives Group Facebook Page)

GARRISON REDINESS: INFRASTRUCTURE
                            AAFES Design Team Site Visit

Personnel from the Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) visited with Parks Reserve Forces
Training Area leadership, DPW, DES and others to continue discussions of a proposed relocation and
design of a more up-to-date AAFES facility on PRFTA. The proposed facility would consolidate existing
retail functions and barber shop on PRFTA into one centralized location on the installation and continue to
provide exchange services to tenants, transient students, retirees and the PRFTA community. (Courtesy
photo)

SUPPORT TO TRAINING
                               Summer Training Surge

The summer training surge is upon Fort Hunter Liggett with thousands of troops visiting for the Army
Reserve Combat Support Training Exercise (CSTX), led by the 91st Training Division; and the Army
National Guard Exportable Combat Training Center Exercise (XCTC). All facilities are experiencing
increased traffic as they get situated and prepare for the start of their training. Extra caution is advised to
the FHL community for increased foot and road activities. COVID-19 is still active so adhere to DoD and
garrison policies to protect yourself and those around you. Face masks are required at all times for those
who are not vaccinated. Those that are vaccinated, may not wear at DoD facilities. EVERYONE IS
REQUIRED TO WEAR FACE MASKS AT PX, COMMISSARY, MEDICAL AID STATION, AND THE
VISITOR CENTER. (Photos by Akuaha Moreno, FHL PAO, and 311th Sustainment Command)

SUPPORT TO TRAINING
                          Global Medic Exercise

More than 80 personnel from 2nd Medical Brigade are at Parks Reserve Forces Training Area
(PRFTA) for the Command Post Medical Exercise Global Medic from June 5-19, 2021. (Left)
Staff give Col. Kathleen Clary and Command Sergeant Major Robert Sterling a briefing on the
day’s events. (Right) Control Trainers from the 91st Division, 84th Training Command give
updates on the training. (Courtesy photo)

SUPPORT TO TRAINING
                       Religious Affairs Specialists Training

The 91st Training Division’s Chaplain operations section held a one-day training facilitated by Chaplains
Darryl Darden and Brian Baxter at the Fort Hunter Liggett Chapel, June 7, 2021. The training instruction
was based on the Battle Focus Training materials. More than 26 Chaplains and Religious Affairs
Specialists attended the training. These Army Reserve Soldiers are at FHL for the Combat Support
Training Exercise. One chaplain and his unit came from Korea for training. The 91TD Commanding
General Maj. Gen. Patricia Wallace and Garrison Commander Col. Charles Bell stopped by to speak with
the Soldiers. (Photos by FHL RSO)