Name the Army 10-miler Cheetah Mascot Contest

Just call out my name and you've got friend! The Army Ten-Miler (ATM) announced the debut of the Cheetah mascot for the 26th annual race. The unnamed Cheetah was chosen because of its appeal to kindergarteners - 8th graders and it is the speediest living creature.

Since every mascot has got to have a distinctive name, ATM officials are conducting a first-ever Name the Cheetah Mascot Contest from 23 Aug through 24 Sep by 5:00 p.m. EDT. The winner will receive $1,500 in the form of a qualified 529 college savings plan provided by Health Net Federal Services, the sponsor of the Name the Cheetah Mascot Contest, Youth Activity Zone and both Youth Runs.

The Name the Cheetah Mascot Contest is open to all Army Active Duty, Guard, and Reserve youth between the ages of 4-14. Go to http://armytenmiler.com/RaceWeekend/YouthActivities.cfm to submit your name.

Unit Funds

Unit Funds Attention all units: It is time to receive your Family and MWR allocations. All permanent units on post need to update their accounts by November 1.

The following will be required: DA 1687 (signature card), assumption of command orders, and a numeric alpha roster. NO INCOMPLETE PACKAGES WILL BE ACCEPTED. Items need to be turned into the unit fund advisor in Bldg. 1743, Victory Avenue. If you have any questions, call Shawnna Barrientos at 568-7506.

17th Annual German American Oktoberfest Night Run

Are you ready for the challenge? Register for the 17th annual German American Oktoberfest Night Run Saturday, September. 11 at Kelly Park on Fort Bliss. The run begins at 6 p.m. and offers an 8-kilometer run and 5-kilometer fun walk and an 8K military team division run.

Pre-race activities start at 4 p.m. and include vendors selling German coffee and pastries, a jumping balloon for the children, and performances by the Big Fat Dixieland Band and German schuhplattler dancers. Post-race activities start at 6 p.m. and include vendors selling German beer and bratwurst, and more.

Interested participants and teams should register at Stout  or Soto Physical Fitness Facilities no later than 6 p.m. Thursday, September 9, or at Kelly Park Friday, September 10, from noon until 4 p.m. Registration fee is $15.

Late registration will be at Kelly Park Saturday, September 11, from 3 - 5:30 p.m. Late registration closes at 5:30 p.m. with no exceptions, and costs $20.

Awards will be given to the top finishers in each category. Categories include top male and female finishers and the top three runners per age group as well as for the top three teams participating. The German American Oktoberfest Night Run is brought to you by  First Light Federal Credit Union, the German Air Force Air Defense Center, MWR, Marina's Bakery, Coca-Cola, Sierra Springs, USA Discounters, Bravo Chevrolet-Cadillac-Hummer, Costco and Lufthansa.

For more information or to register, call 568-6741 or 568-0259, or visit http://www.ganightrun.com.

Sport Climbing to Rough and Ready Hills - September 25

Beginner climbers as well as experienced climbers are welcome on this trip. We will leave in the morning and return late afternoon or early evening; our definite itinerary will be determined at the MANDATORY pre-trip meeting at 5 p.m. Wednesday, September 15 at Soto Gym. Please RSVP to the meeting. Cost is $20 per person.

For more Information call Outdoor Recreation specialist at (915) 433-9666 or e-mail kenneth.coppedge@us.army.mil Tickets available at Leisure Travel Services (ITR)