News Briefs



New Northern Utah Triathlon Club forming

Triathlon is a fast growing sport in Utah. As a certified running coach since 1996, Lora Erickson, also known as the "Blonde Runner," has seen many long time runners embrace the new challenge of triathlons while still enjoying running. She maintains that "the cross-training is good for runners."

Erickson is currently in the process of organizing an new Northern Utah Triathlon Club.

The group will welcome beginners, intermediate and elite or professional athletes. Details are still being worked out, but weekly group rides, swim clinics and running lectures will be scheduled regularly.

"Many pro athletes are already on board and are excited to be part of this new group," she reports. For more information, contact her at (801) 299-1601, by e-mail via lora@blonderunner.com or by visiting www.blonderunner.com.



Birds, Bees and Bones event in Ogden

Roosters Brewing Co. and Restaurant, Beehive Cheese Co. and new Ogden restaurant Soul and Bones will team up to host the fourth annual Birds, Bees and Bones event to benefit the Ronald McDonald House. The cheese, food and microbrew pairing party will take place Nov. 21, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the historic Ogden Union Station.

The Birds, Bees and Bones event partners invite guests to join them and consume award-winning Beehive Cheese from cheesemaker Tim Welsh and microbrewed beer and sodas from Roosters brewmaster Steve Kirkland. Roosters chef and owner Pete Buttschardt and Soul and Bones chef and owner John Dearmin will create appetizers using Beehive Cheese. Dining options will include raclette over roasted potatoes, cold smoked catfish salad, fondue and Beehive Cheese macaroni with Brats.

Tickets are $35 per person and can purchased at Roosters, Union Grill and Beehive Cheese Creamery in Uintah and at Soul and Bones in Ogden. Tickets can also be purchased online at www.beehivecheese.com or www.roostersbrewingco.com. Admission is limited.

Net profits benefit the Ronald McDonald Room at Ogden Regional Hospital.



Bazaar to offer range of gift ideas

Don't miss the Hill Officers' Spouses' Club's Holiday Bazaar on Nov. 18 at the Club Hill Ballroom. Admission is free for the 10 a.m.-6 p.m. event. Shop for holiday gifts, fall and winter birthdays, baby gifts and so much more! If interested in setting up a vendor's booth, vendors may contact Heather Smalling via e-mail at h.smalling@yahoo.com or by telephone at (801) 820-5709.



HEAT training classes start up again

There are still openings for the next session of the D&D Fitness eight-week boot camp program called HEAT. The high energy athletic training program enhances individual health and fitness and is a great way to stay on track for the holidays and challenge the body entirely.

Certified personal and group fitness trainers, Devin Gongora and Mac McCurdy will pass along their fitness education, tips and motivation.

Throughout the eight weeks using free weights, bands, benches, BOSU, gliders, rebounders, classes in the Warrior Health and Fitness Center weight room, free motion machines, Schwinn bikes, and indoor tracks will promote health and wellness. Circuit style classes, spinning, free and weight lifting machines education are included during the entire eight weeks. Participants may be asked to challenge themselves with stairs, weights, plio-metrics, calisthenics and other fun tools to make them stronger. Measurements will take place before and after the eight-week course.

A Web site to track eating and calories for each individual will be available as well as tips on eating and healthy meals. Check out Sparkpeople.com and register under TEAM H.E.A.T. Classes will be held: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5 a.m.-6 a.m., and Saturdays, 7- a.m.-8 a.m.

Participants may sign up for one, two or three days a week based on availability. Prices are as follows:

One day a week for eight weeks plus measurements days: $50

Two days a week for eight weeks plus measurements days: $100

Three days a week for eight weeks plus measurements days: $150

All payments need to be made out to Warrior Fitness Center and will need to be in by first day of program.

For more information, contact Devin Gongora at fishguts10@yahoo.com, by phone at (801) 458-1343, or Mac McCurdy at mtmay22@msn.com or by phone at (801) 721-5832.



Women's Program manager needed

Personnel officials are seeking applicants for a collateral duty position, Federal Women's Program Manager. The position closes Nov. 25. As a collateral duty position, the employee will perform the duty in addition to regularly assigned responsibilities. Duties with the position should constitute 20 percent of assigned duty time. For more information or to apply, contact Sara Barker at (801) 586-6669 or sara.barker@hill.af.mil.



German National Day of Mourning

The German American community and the German air force will perform a common ceremony, Sunday, Nov. 15, in Salt Lake City for "Volkstrauertag" which is similar to the American Memorial Day.

A ceremony will take place beginning at 9:45 a.m. in the parking lot in front of the east entrance of the Fort Douglas Cemetery. A ceremonial walk will take place among the graves at 10 a.m.

A program will begin at 10:10 a.m. with a performance of the choir "Harmonie" and a German liaison officer will speak. The public is invited.



Youth Center announces activities, appeals for volunteer coaches

The Hill Air Force Base Youth Center has the following upcoming youth activities:

Cheerleading (basketball) registration is ongoing through Nov. 24, for youth ages 5-13. The cost is $90 per child. A valid physical must be on file upon registration. Sign up at the Youth Center. For more information, e-mail garry.navas@hill.af.mil.

Basketball registration is ongoing through Dec. 4. For ages 3-4, the cost is $25. For ages 5-14, the cost is $35. A valid physical must be on file upon registration. Sign up at the Youth Center. For more information, e-mail garry.navas@hill.af.mil.

Basketball coaches are needed on a volunteer basis. Men or women will be considered for the positions and the youth sport director will offer instruction. Those interested may e-mail garry.navas@hill.af.mil.

For more information, contact the Youth Center at 777-2419.



German National Day of Mourning

The German American community and the German air force will perform a common ceremony Nov. 15 in Salt Lake City for "Volkstrauertag" which is similar to the American Memorial Day.

A ceremony will take place beginning at 9:45 a.m. in the parking lot in front of the east entrance of Fort Douglas Cemetery. A ceremonial walk will take place among the graves at 10 a.m.

A program will begin at 10:10 a.m. with a performance of the choir "Harmonie" and a German liaison officer will speak. The ceremony will include the placing of a wreath and the public is invited.



Women's Program manager needed

Personnel officials are seeking applicants for a collateral duty position, Federal Women's Program Manager. The position closes Nov. 25. As a collateral duty position, the employee will perform the duty in addition to regularly assigned responsibilities. Duties with the position should constitute 20 percent of assigned duty time. For more information or to apply, contact Sara Barker at (801) 586-6669 or sara.barker@hill.af.mil.



Unlicensed child care reminder

Operating a Family Child Care home is a privilege granted by the support group commander.

All persons providing child care in their home for more than 10 hours per week must be licensed. Unlicensed child care is a violation of base regulations and may result in the loss of base housing privileges.

If you suspect someone of providing unlicensed child care please call (801) 777-0695, a child's well being may depend on your call.