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Outdoor RecreationWe make happy campers! The Fort Belvoir Outdoor Recreation Program offers a long list of outdoor recreation equipment for rent at modest per-day rates. This is your one-stop rental facility for all your recreation needs . The outdoor equipment rental shop can supply you with gear for both winter and summer seasons. Call or come on down and check out our value pricing. |
LOCATION Building 778, on Warren Rd (Gunston Rd and 20th St to Warren Rd), Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 map CONTACT (703) 805-3081 Manager Daniel Hulst HOURS Outdoor Equipment Issue Hours for 4/1 - 9/30 Sun Closed Mon - Fri / 9 am - 6 pm Sat 9 am - 3 pm Hours for 10/1 - 3/31 Sun Closed Mon - Fri / 9 am - 6 pm Sat Closed * CLOSED Federal Holidays |
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NEWS
OUTDOOR RECREATION EVENTS
Sportfishing on the Chesapeake Bay
Sat / Sept 4, 2010 / 7am-3pm
Departing Belvoir at 5 am & returning at 5 pm. $91 includes transportation from Fort Belvoir Outdoor Recreation (bldg. 778) and 8 hour fishing charter with rods, fishing bait, fishing license, tackle & coolers to keep your catch cold. Limited seats available–sign up today! More info or to sign up, call 703.805.1226.
Sportfishing Flyer
Belvoir Nature Walks
Sundays throughout the 2010 Summer
June 27 - July 25 - Aug 22 - Sept 26
Explore Belvoir! Monthly walks through Fort Belvoir's Accotink Bay Wildlife Refuge. Call Outdoor Recreation at (703) 805-3969 to reserve a spot. Flyer here.
Learn to Kayak with Team River Runner
1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the Month
Join Team River Runner, Outdoor Recreation and Benyaurd Pool to learn the basics of kayaking in the comfort of an indoor pool. One you have participated in the instruction at the indoor pool and are ready to hit the river, join Team River Runner on a local trip or visit Outdoor Recreation for a paddle at Tompkins Basin. A bi-weekly kayaking program is being offered to promote physical and emotional healing, and is designed for all Wounded Warriors and their Families. Free including equipment! Classes are given on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month. Information is available by calling (703) 805-3081.
Tompkins Basin Family Campouts
Visit us today and reserve your tent space! Whatever equipment you don't have, we can rent to you. Cost includes a tent space, fishing equipment and bait, scavenger hunt, sporting equipment, and smores!
Hours: Sat 10am - Sun 4pm
Dates: 5 Weekends throughout the Summer.
Next: Sept 25-26
Cost: $5 / Camper
For more information, call (703) 805-1226. Flyer here.
Gardening Interest Group
Not afraid to get your hands dirty?
Garden with MWR's Outdoor Recreation in a Community Plot. Ideas, tips, guest speakers, trips, and more! (703) 805-1143 to get involved. Gardening Interest Group Flyer.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Rental Equipment Checkout
Price List for Rental Equipment
Facility Reservation Information
Facility Reservation Information Packet
RV Storage
Currently there is a waiting list for a slot assignment. Storage lot is for Active Duty Military Only.
Canoe and Kayak Rental
ODR is now renting their brand new canoes and kayaks!
Prices:
Single Kayak: $12 for half day, $14 daily, $ 40 Weekend Fri-Mon.
Tandem Kayak: $14 for half day, $28 daily, $44 Weekend Fri-Mon.
Canoe: $14 for half day, $28 daily, $44 Weekend Fri-Mon.
Prices include life preserver and car top carrier if needed. Also, Outdoor Recreation has a specific boat launching site on Tompkins Basin near the Outdoor Rec., building 778. For more information or to rent equipment, call 703-805-3081.
Canopy Rental
ODR has canopies to rent for your gathering.
Sizes:
Yellow/White Striped Top is 16’x16’
Blue/White Striped Top is 20’x20’
Red/White Striped Top is 20’x30’
Green/White Striped Top is 20’x40’
For more information or to rent equipment, call 703-805-3081.
Fort Belvoir Dog Park
Dog Park Now Open
Fort Belvoir Outdoor Recreation’s dog park will be open full time from dawn to dusk, seven days a week and is free of charge! Directions to Outdoor Rec (and the Dog Park): From the intersection of Gunston Rd and 20th St - Take Warren Rd west down to the water, (Castle Park and Thompkins Basin) and its there on the right. (703) 805-3081 for more info, or click on the flyer.
Fort Belvoir Dog Park Flyer
Location of Dog Park
Boat Launching
Boat Launching at Tompkins Basin
Non-motorized boat launching is authorized at Tompkins Basin. See Boat Launch Map. Prior to launching, boaters must register at Outdoor Recreation, bldg. 778. Call 703-805-3081 for information.
Fishing Requirements
Fishing License requirements for Fort Belvoir:
Ages 16 and above only require a Virginia State fishing license and a Freshwater license. Licenses are available at all local Walmarts, the Fort Belvoir Home and Garden Center (13th and Middleton Rd) and on-line.
Outdoor Recreation Trailblazers
If you enjoying walking/hiking and want to walk with others we want you to join our ODR Trailblazers group. There are over 50 active participants and there is no fee to join. Since April 2008, we have accomplished day walks/hikes in NO VA and Maryland such as the Shenandoah National Park, Harpers Ferry, Great Falls Park, Mason Neck, Huntley Meadows, Leesylvania State Park, and many more! Almost all places we go are suggested by the participants so you may know of places we haven’t tried. The level of walks/hikes range from beginner to advanced and terrain can be either fields, hardwood forests, wetlands, beach, or mountains. All places have spectacular views and abundance of wildlife. Join today by calling 703-805-1143 or email kristin.mayer@us.army.mil See flyer.
Play Morning at the OutDoor Recreation Center
When: Tuesday Mornings (starting in Sept 2010)
Currently 1 summer meeting is scheduled for August 24th, 2010.
Location: Outdoor Recreation Center, 10155 Swift Rd. Bldg 778
Time: 1000-1200
Parents and children 6 years and under are invited to join in a free weekly stimulating play environment focusing on gross motor skill development and socialization of children. Each play session ends with a song time and a snack. The playgroup features age appropriate songs, stories, toys, activities, arts and crafts for parents to share with their child. This is a fantastic way to meet other moms and dads, share information, and create play dates for your child. First time attendees are asked to bring military ID and immunization record. Immunization records are required for all children. Parents of infants are asked to bring a blanket for the floor.
Summer sessions vary, call ahead for details. Need more information? Please call 703-805-2693.
DFMWR MISSIONS
DFMWR EVENTS
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Arts & Crafts Center Framing Class 3rd Sat of each Month / 8 am-12 noon Basic framing techniques are taught the 3rd Saturday of the month from 8 am-12 noon. $60 includes an 8 x10 kit. The kit contains a picture, mat board, foam core, glass, molding and mounting materials as well as use of the facility. Students will go home with framed artwork ready to hang on the wall. Call 703.806.4655 for registration. ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER |
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Friday Night Bowling Special Every Friday Night / 9pm - Midnight Every Friday, bowl non-stop from 9 to midnight with shoe rental for only $12.00 per bowler. It's our Friday Night Special, aka "Customer Appreciation Fridays". Call the Bowling Center at 703-805-2991 for more information. BOWLING CENTER |
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Tennis Lessons Mondays and Tuesdays / Sept 7-30, 2010 Tennis lessons are back! Instructor is USTA / PTR certified with 5 years experience in teaching youth, Adults, beginner to intermediate/advanced. Group lessons max 8 participants. Private lessons also available upon request. Call for additional information (703) 806-5589 / 5368. • Quickstart Tennis, age 10 & under, Beginner/intermediate Monday and Tues 3:30-4:00 6 sessions Sept 7th-20th, cost $30 • Junior Tennis, ages 11-15, Beginner/intermediate Monday and Tues 4:00 pm-5pm, 6 sessions, Sept 7th-20, cost $50 • Adult Tennis, Ages 16 +, Beginner/intermediate/advanced Monday and Tues 5:00-6:00 6 Sessions, Sept 7th- 20th Cost $50 Tennis Lessons Flyer | SPORTS & FITNESS |
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Sportfishing on the Chesapeake Bay Sat / Sept 4, 2010 / 7am-3pm Departing Belvoir at 5 am & returning at 5 pm. $91 includes transportation from Fort Belvoir Outdoor Recreation (bldg. 778) and 8 hour fishing charter with rods, fishing bait, fishing license, tackle & coolers to keep your catch cold. Limited seats available - sign up today! More info or to sign up, call 703.805.1226. Sportfishing on the Chesapeake Bay Flyer | OUTDOOR RECREATION |
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Love and Logic Parenting Tues / Sept 14, 21, 28 - 2010 / 5-7pm A three night class running Tuesday nights starting on Sept 14th. This program demonstrates to parents how to educate their children with love and logic by teaching them: the 4 steps to responsibility, recognizing who has control, and also designing consequences for unpleasant behaviors. Family Advocacy Program (FAP) | ACS |
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