Happy March! As we look ahead to St. Patrick’s Day, many duty station communities around the country are returning to their festivals and parades! From beer runs and races to parades and scavenger hunts, check out the local events near you: Bahrain: MWR 5K Run/Walk & After Party Celebrate St. Patrick's Day on March 17th [...]
You can find manatees throughout the year in Florida. These gentle “sea cows” live in a variety of coastal areas, slow-moving streams, estuaries and salt-water bays. In Florida, from November-April, manatees tend to come inland when it is cold. They can be found in the warm freshwater springs throughout the state. Manatees are an endangered [...]
One of the perks to living near Kings Bay is that the weather is nice year round for outdoor activities. Winter is actually a great time to go camping in Florida and Georgia. In fact, winter is the main camping season for some of the areas in southern Florida. Below are some winter camping areas [...]
While it doesn’t quite feel like fall yet here in the south, there are plenty of fall activities to do in and around Kings Bay! Incacheetoo Petting Zoo - Waverly, GA Image from Incacheetoo Petting Zoo Facebook page Open weekends from September 25-November 28th, this is more than just a petting zoo! It is full [...]
Sometimes the best laid dinner plans for an easy meal and night out include hitting up your local food trucks. The versatility in food trucks these days is pretty impressive and what better way to try out the local cuisine at your duty station? Whether you have recently PCS’d or have been around your station [...]
It's safe to say this coming 4th of July holiday is unlike any other. After more than a year in lockdown, we hope you, your family and friends can celebrate our nation's birthday in every which way you'd like. While many communities stilll navigate COVID restrictions, we encourage you to stay informed with your local [...]
If you are looking for a family friendly getaway from Kings Bay or Charleston, look no further than Hilton Head, South Carolina. Known for its beaches and golf courses, Hilton Head is a two hour drive from Kings Bay. Even if golf and beaches aren’t your cup of tea, there are plenty of other activities [...]
If you are stationed at Kings Bay, chances are you will venture out to Amelia Island, Florida. If you enjoy an outdoor adventure, look no further than to the nature’s playground around Amelia Island. Below are some fun outdoor adventures that await you! Kayaking Photo Courtesy of Omni Amelia Island Resort There are multiple locations [...]
Last year, many Easter events were cancelled due to the beginning of COVID lockdowns. This year, some locations are going socially distanced, drive through egg hunts or other Easter events. Below are some Easter-related events organized by location. Bremerton Saturday April 3, 2021: 10:00 am Eggstravaganza at the Beach (Navy Getaways Pacific Beach, 1:00 PM [...]
