HHC 2nd BN 5th INF, FRG

Bobcats,

I hope everyone is doing well. Below you will find the orders for 2-5 IN's Meritorious Unit Commendation for the OEF deployment from 15DEC13 to 10SEP14. Please disseminate to the lowest level and add to your records.

Highlander Friends and Families,

Looking for something exciting to do for Spring, then check this out!!!

Take a look inside our brand new Insane Inflatable 5K obstacle called "Wrecking Balls". We can't wait to see the craziness that ensues as you crash your way through this giant 110 foot long obstacle with friends!

Ready... Set... Register... http://bit.ly/1cUmI0A

Highlander Families and Friends,

Here are some cool events for you to enjoy for the Holiday season. ACS has begun conducting a needs assessment and we need all
Soldiers and family members to complete the survey and let your voice be heard. Please click on the link below and complete a short survey. ACS wants to hear from you!!! www.armymwr.com/ACS-survey. Help ACS help you!!!

23 Nov
On Sunday, November 23, get together with family and friends at the Centennial Banquet and Conference Center and feast on delectable creations at Thanksgiving Brunch. The Centennial’s culinary team has created an extravagant buffet spread of seasonal culinary delights including rotisserie turkey with all of the trimmings, a carving station, and an array of traditional side dishes. Guests will also enjoy an omelet bar in addition to a wide variety of other traditional breakfast favorites. You can also enjoy
complimentary wine, champagne and mimosas with brunch. The cost for the buffet is $20.95 for adults and $10.50 for ages 5-10. Children ages 4 and under dine free. Reservations may be made from 10am to 1pm. Seating is limited. The Centennial Banquet and Conference Center is located at 11199 Sgt. E. Churchill St. on East Fort Bliss. For reservations, call (915)744-8427.

26 Nov
Thanksgiving meals at DFACs Hurry, hurry, there are less than 20 spots available! Are you ready to give thanks? If so, then come on out to the MYAC's 4th Annual Giving-Thanks Feast. The feast will be held on Wednesday, November 26 from 2-4 pm. This event is free and is open to military families with kids 11 and under. This
event is run completely by MYAC students who are in charge of preparing all of the food from scratch, as well as decorating and serving the delicious meal. If you are interested in attending this turkey-tastic event please make your reservations with the MYAC by November 21. The MYAC is located at 10960 Haan Road on East Fort Bliss. For more information about this event please call (915) 744-2449.

05 Dec
Get into the holiday season by attending this year’s Holiday Festival. This year’s theme is A Christmas Story, so get ready to enjoy free photos with Santa on the giant outdoor slide, as well as free cookies, donuts, warm cider and cocoa (while supplies last).The event will take place on Friday, December 5, from 5-9 pm at the Trading Post. Other activities include an indoor roller skating rink, train rides and holiday arts and crafts activities. For more information call, 568-8247

15 Dec
The Mickelsen Community Library is gearing up for their Holiday Reading Program. Children who checkout at least 3 books from the library between December 15 and January 3, will receive an age appropriate gift from the library and will also be eligible to attend the library’s holiday party on December 22nd. Stop by the children’s section of the library to register. For more information call 568-6156. ACS programs and services are vital to you and your Family's wellbeing. We want to know which programs and services are most important and needed in our community.

Highlander Familes and Friends,

I would like to invite you to attend the Bulldog Organizational Day that will be held October 30, 2014 at Biggs Park. Please come out and show your support, there will be plenty of fun events and food for the entire family to enjoy. Please see the flyer for more details.

Welcome home, 2-5 IN!

Timeline Photos

Highlander Families,

Everyone should have received an automated call message and/or e-mail. If you did not, please send a message and we will get back to you promptly with the necessary information.

The 5th Infantry Regiment Association is selling a new commemorative coin that adds 2-5 Infantry’s combat service as part of 1st Armored Division to the design. This versatile coin is for anyone that has served ...in the 5th Infantry and celebrates our unit’s history. It can also be purchased as a gift for your Bobcat.

Follow the link to the association’s website if interested: http://www.bobcat.ws/challenge-coin.html (Price includes shipping).

Highlander Families,

Below is a Fort Bliss Access Control Point Announcement:

Fort Bliss will implement enhanced security measures across Fort Bliss beginning September 8, 2014.

The safety and security of Fort Bliss remains the commanding general’s number one priority.

These measures will afford greater safety and security to Fort Bliss and its employees, residents and visitors, while simultaneously providing the... greater El Paso community the opportunity to enjoy and use our great amenities.

All Department of Defense identification card holders and civilians possessing a valid state issued driver's license may access Fort Bliss through the following gates:

- Buffalo Soldier gate
- Cassidy gate
- Chaffee gate
- Biggs Main (formerly known as Sergeant Major) gate
- Old Ironsides (formerly known as Global Reach) gate
- Alabama gate
- Fred Wilson gate

Only DoD ID card holders can enter Fort Bliss through the following gates; all non DoD ID card holders will be directed to access one of the above mentioned all access gates:

- IBCT-North gate
- Sergeant Major North gate
- McGregor Front gate
- Jeb Stuart gate (5 a.m. - 9 a.m., and 2 - 6 p.m.)
- Constitution gate (5 a.m. - 9 p.m.)
- Sheridan gate (5 a.m. - 9 p.m.)

Commercial traffic will be restricted to Chaffee gate only.

The following gates will remain closed to all DoD and civilian traffic:

- Pershing gate
- Cemetery Pedestrian gate
- McGregor Rear gate

All vehicles and occupants entering Fort Bliss are subject to random searches and inspections, which has always been the case. Travelers should plan accordingly as access times to Fort Bliss might be increased during this time.

In this album you will find photos from various events to include promotions, weight lifting competition, and our RIP/TOA ceremony; this will be my last picture post till we return home.

Here we have the Bobcat Medics in action training with Afghans and other partners on various medical techniques and equipment.

Free Lunch!!

The USO is offering a free lunch in order to show support for all active military and dependents (with ID) on Thursday, September 4th at 1100.

Highlander Families: There was an e-mail sent out last night with updated directions to the ADAG. If you did not receive the e-mail, please send us a message and we will forward you the information!

Fort Bliss Group Exercise Schedule for September 2014

Winter basketball season sign-ups begin on October 1st!

Please call (915)568-2617 for more information.

The Red Cross will be offering Lifeguard Certification on October 11-13 from 8AM - 5PM.

Applicants must be 18 and older.

Please call (915)741-5902 for more information.

USACR/Safety Center

A message from the IMCOM command team, LTG David Halverson and CSM Jeff Hartless:

We celebrate Labor Day across the country to recognize the achievements of American workers and the contributions they made to the strength, prosperity and well-being of our country. Our Army has ample reasons to be especially proud of the work you do every day on behalf of Soldiers and Families. You deserve a day off and should take the time to enjoy this holiday weekend -but do it with appropriate planning and awareness for safety.

Many of us will celebrate this occasion with family and friends. Holiday celebrations often mean more travel and increased recreational activities which increases the risk of accidents. Let us use effective risk assessments and countermeasures to help prevent accidents on and off duty this Labor Day.

Privately owned vehicle accidents present the greatest threat to our safety. All IMCOM Soldiers should use the TRiPS system prior to driving long distances. The link is found at https://safety.army.mil/.

As with every holiday, civil authorities will be out on the roads to ensure highways are safe from impaired drivers. Implement the Army Values of Integrity and Honor in doing what is right. Do not drink and drive. Get plenty of rest. Put down the cell phone. Your contributions to the IMCOM Family are invaluable and we need you back safely.

While enjoying water-related activities, remember that with these activities comes added responsibilities. Do not swim alone and only swim in approved swimming areas. When temperatures are extreme, take necessary precautions to reduce the possibility of heat injuries by drinking plenty of water, using sun screen and not over doing outdoor activities.

With your diligence, IMCOM will continue the tradition of excellence and safety - plan and prepare for your holiday activities and look out for one another. CSM Hartless and I are honored to serve with each of you. Have a happy and safe Labor Day weekend!

Army Strong!

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Honors Rendered!!! In this album you will see many awards presented to our Highlanders and partners, with a reenlistment ceremony as the cherry on top.

Fellow Bobcat Soldiers stepping up to support the Armed Services Blood Program at Fort Bliss! All donated blood directly aids service members in theater and on the homefront.

If you would like information or want to participate, please call (915) 742-6365 or visit their website at: http://www.militaryblood.dod.mil/bliss/default.aspx.

2nd Battalion, 5th Infantry

5th Infantry Association support to 2-5 IN Ball:

The 5th Infantry Regiment Association is accepting donations for our 2-5 IN Home Coming Ball to help offset the cost of tickets for our Soldiers and to make it possible for those individuals who have been asking how they could contribute/support the Bobcat Home Coming Ball.

The 5th Infantry Regiment Association is a 501(c)(3), they are a registered non-profit organization and donations to the Regiment Ass. are tax deductible. This link takes you to the association’s website with instructions on how to contribute.

Thank you for your support!

http://www.bobcat.ws/home-coming-ball-donations.html

Highlander Families and Friends,

This post is all about the kids, the citations below directly correlates with one of the posted flyers respectively. School is just around the corner, so seize the opportunity to enjoy quality time with your child with these events.

*School and Sport physical Appointments - Available at Mendoza Soldier Family Care Center, Bldg. 11335 on SSG Sims Street, Tuesdays through Thursdays (all day) from July 8 through Aug. 28. Soldier Family Medical Clinic, Bldg. 2496 on Ricker Road, will have appointments available Tuesday - Friday afternoons from July 8 through Aug. 28. Rio Bravo Community Based Medical Home, 3rd floor, 10460 Vista Del Sol, will have appointments Tuesday
through Thursday afternoons from July 15 through Aug. 14. Parents are reminded to bring their children's immunization record and their respective Child Youth Services/school district physical forms to the appointment. For appointments at Mendoza SFCC, SFMC, and Rio Bravo patients should schedule appointments at their assigned clinic. Appointments can be scheduled by calling the WBAMC appointment line at 742-2273 -- Also see attached flyer for Saturday School Physical Appointments.

* Winter Basketball - Refuse to lose, and sign up for Youth Sports Winter Basketball. Registration beings on October 1 and is open to both boys and girls ages 5-15. The fee is $40 for the first child and $34 for each additional child. Children must be currently enrolled with CYS Services Parent Central. If your child is not registered please call (915)568-4374 to set up an appointment. Parents must attend a sportsmanship class before their child is able to participate in the Youth Sports league. Children must also have a current sports physical on file at time of registration to ensure participation. For more information about Youth Sports Winter Basketball call 568-2617 or visit www.blissmwr.com/youthsports.

* Fall Soccer - Go after your goals and sign up for Youth Sports Fall Soccer. Registration begins August 1 and is open to both boys and girls ages 3-15. The fee is $40 for the first child and $34 for each additional child. Children must be currently enrolled with CYS Services Parent Central. If your child is not registered please call (915)568-4374 to set up an appointment. Parents must attend a sportsmanship class before their child is able to participate in the Youth Sports league. Children must also have a current sports physical on file at time of registration to ensure participation. For more information about Youth Sports Fall Soccer call 568-2617 or visit www.blissmwr.com/youthsports.

*4-5 Sep: The Sesame Street/USO Experience for Military Families has kicked off its seven-month, stateside adventure. Elmo, Katie and their Sesame Street pals are scheduled to perform more than 200 shows at 69 military bases in 32 states by late October. Family and MWR and the USO are proud to welcome the tour to Fort Bliss this fall with one performance on September 4 at 6 p.m. and two performances on September 5 at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. All performances will take place at Stayton Theater. The show is free and open to active duty Soldiers and their immediate Family members only. A military I.D. card will
be required to pick up tickets. Tickets will be available on August 21 at both ITR locations inside Freedom Crossing, the Soldier Activity Center and at all child development centers (CDC) locations. For more information please call (915) 569-7199 or visit www.uso.org/sesame

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1UP!!! In this album we have the promotion of one Officer to Captain, two Specialist to Sergeant, and two PFCs to Specialist. We also bid farewell to the Buchanans.

2-5 IN Spouses of Deployed Service Members:

Please join us for our Bobcat reintegration training.

This training is designed to answer your questions regarding your Spouse's return home and to set you up for success.

Please RSVP attendance and childcare info to Sonia at [email protected]

We are looking forward to seeing you on August 6th!

Thanks in advance for your participation!!!