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Youth summer camps offer engagement, growth
May 2, 2019 — It may seem far away, but schools will be out for the summer before most realize. How are you going to keep your kids engaged and excited during their break and give them opportunities to grow? The Air Force Services Activity, headquartered at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, manages many programs designed specifically for kids, to include a variety of summer camps – both residential and at home station... MORE

Air Force Services Child and Youth Programs is offering a variety of summer youth camps in 2019, to include Air Force Space Camp.

2019 Air Force Photo Contest now open
May 1, 2019 — Shutterbugs of all ages and experience get ready! The 2019 Air Force Photo Contest is now open. The annual contest, managed by the Air Force Services Activity, highlights and celebrates photography created by Airmen and their families... MORE

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The 2019 Air Force Photo Contest runs May 1-31 and features five entry categories. For more information on the contest, visit http://www.myairforcelife.com/Arts/Photo-Contest.aspx.

Healthy Food Initiative delivers nutritious, tasty food for today’s warfighters
April 26, 2019 — After years of concentrating on serving healthy food in its dining facilities, the Air Force is now doubling down to make sure meals not only deliver great nutrition but an abundance of flavor as well... MORE

Christie Maas and Tech. Sgt. Audrey Easterling, food and beverage managers at the Air Force Services Activity, put the finishing touches on pumpkin curry and Mediterranean bowls for a Healthy Food Initiative lunch during the General Officer and Senior Executive Service Summit April 10, 2019, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. AFSVA prepared various healthy and nutritious food items to familiarize summit attendees with HFI, a dining concept being rolled out across the Air Force.

AFSVA, ITT offer Airmen discount deals to build, recharge resiliency
April 2, 2019 — Spring is here and many Airmen are already considering where they want to go and what they want to do over the summer months. For many, an important part of planning is the ability to find budget-friendly options. For these options, Airmen are going to their Air Force Services Activity or AFSVA and installation Information, Tickets and Travel or ITT, offices... MORE

Diana Gonzalez, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland's Information, Tickets and Travel Office sales associate, helps Master Sgt. Juan Rodriguez, a 26th Aerial Port Squadron member, select seats for a sporting event.

Air Force seeks triathletes for Armed Forces competition
March 22, 2019 — The Air Force is looking for men and women for the 2019 Armed Forces Triathlon in Ventura County, California, June 19-23... MORE

The Air Force is looking for men and women for the 2019 Armed Forces Triathlon in Ventura County, California, June 19-23.

Military partners with industry to improve food service
August 24, 2018 — Food innovation and customer service were key elements of discussion at the 2018 Armed Forces Food and Beverage Training Workshop that took place Aug. 6-10 in San Antonio, Texas. Military and civilian hospitality professionals from around the world met to discuss healthier meal options, training opportunities, challenges and innovation... MORE

Food innovation and customer service were key elements of discussion at the 2018 Armed Forces Food and Beverage Training Workshop.

Air Force launches new application tool for Airmen athletes
April 6, 2018 — Air Force Sports, managed by the Air Force Services Activity, recently launched an online application system to make it easier for Airmen athletes to apply for Air Force sports teams... MORE

The Air Force recently launched an online application system to make it easier for Airmen athletes to apply for Air Force sports teams. Tech. Sgt. Giselle Stone, NCOIC of Air Force Sports shows Airmen how to submit an application using the new APPTRAC tool.

New partnership encourages kids to explore great outdoors
March 12, 2018 — The Air Force Services Activity is partnering with the National Park Trust to bring the Buddy Bison Great Outdoors Challenge to military families at installations. The Buddy Bison program encourages children and families to participate in programs such as camping, canoeing, fishing and hiking while exploring local, state and national parks. ... MORE

Future anglers pose with their first catch at Beale Air Force Base’s Upper Blackwelder Lake, Calif. The Air Force recently partnered with the National Park Trust to bring the Buddy Bison Great Outdoors Challenge to military families at several installations. The program encourages children and families to spend less time in front of a screen and more time outdoors.

Air Force retirees transition to new club membership portal
March 1, 2018 — For many Air Force retirees, a club membership is one way to stay connected to the service they love. Air Force Services Activity, or AFSVA, officials are encouraging retirees to activate their new Air Force Club Member Portal accounts before losing that connection... MORE

For many Air Force retirees, a club membership is one way to stay connected to the service they love. Air Force Services Activity, or AFSVA, officials are encouraging retirees to activate their new Air Force Club Member Portal accounts before losing that connection.

Air Force Alpha Warriors prove mettle in ‘Final Battle’
November 16, 2017 — Forty-three Airmen from installations worldwide competed in the first Air Force Alpha Warrior competition, a celebration of functional fitness and resiliency, Nov .11, 2017 in Selma, Texas... MORE

Air Force Alpha Warriors prepare for ‘Final Battle’
October 20, 2017 — Fifty athletes from U.S. Air Force installations worldwide will compete over a grueling obstacle course as a celebration of fitness and tradition will be on display during the first Air Force Alpha Warrior Final Battle Nov. 11 in San Antonio... MORE

FSS theme: “Revitalizing the Squadron & YOU!”
September 5, 2017 — Week-long workshop brought Force Support Squadron commanders together to share innovative ideas, best practices and remain relevant as they serve Airmen and their families... MORE

Air Force teen leaders offer messages of hope, resiliency
August 4, 2017 — Teen leaders from Air Force installations worldwide gathered July 10-14, 2017 in San Antonio for the Air Force Youth of the Year and Teen Council Summit. Twenty-six Installation Youth of the Year winners and 12 Air Force Teen Council representatives worked together to develop the 2017-2018 Teen Movement Projects that will be implemented across the Air Force... MORE

Jo Anne Dimitriou, AFSVA executive director, addresses the Air Force Youth of the Year winners during the Air Force Youth of the Year ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo by Steve Warns / Released)

It’s all downhill for upbeat Airman, bobsledder
July 28, 2017 — Capt. David Simon, an elite bobsled athlete, is a stellar example of resiliency and upholding the four pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness: mental, physical, social and spiritual... MORE

U.S. Air Force Capt. David Simon takes a moment to focus during tryouts for the U.S. National Bobsled Team in Park City, Utah, on Nov. 2, 2016. His bid for that team ended with an injury, but he's still ultimately aiming for a spot on the U.S.A. Bobsled Team for the 2018 Winter Olympic Games in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. (Courtesy photo)

$36,000 in scholarships available to AF club members, families
April 28, 2017 — Applications for the 2017 Air Force Club Scholarship Program close May 12... MORE

U.S. Air Force Col. Terry Hamrick, 17th Training Wing Vice Commander, and Toni Hansen, 17th Force Support Squadron Director, award Staff Sgt. Stephen Yelbert, , 17th Comptroller Squadron financial services technician and Non-Commissioned Officer in charge for reports and analysis, the Air Force 2016 Club Scholarship for 4,000 dollars at the Norma Brown Building on Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 28, 2016. Yelbert received 2nd place in the scholarship competition throughout the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Caelynn Ferguson/Released)