As a small town, it can be tough to find Altus’ hidden gems at first. But there are more options than you might think! Whether you’re looking for fun things to do with your family or you’re spending time with new friends, Saturday in Altus has a ton to offer. The first stop for any […]
San Antonio, Texas has earned the nickname Military Town USA for its bursting with pride patriotism, multiple military bases, veteran, and milspouse employment initiatives and military history dating back for centuries. Chances are, you’ll have the pleasure of staying in San Antonio for one reason or another during your time in the military, and luckily […]
Getting ready to PCS or go on a TDY? DTS will be used throughout this process to fund your trip. In this article, you will learn not only what DTS is, but also, why you need it? The Defense Travel System (DTS), is a program that is used to ease the burden of travel for […]
Fall in Maryland is beautiful. The leaves are changing, the sky is like a painter’s masterpiece and there are about one million fall events and festivals one can attend. You can even venture out and explore Northern Virginia – countless hiking options, restaurants, history and events make your stay at the Fort Meade Military Crashpad […]
Being a military family is an awesome experience. With frequent moves to different cities, states, and countries you’re probably going to fall under the spell of Wanderlust. You’ll want to spend every available chance to take leave and explore new places, gain new experiences, and interact with different cultures. However, this traveling lifestyle can quickly […]
Joining the military means making new friends. Luckily that initial training forces you to meet new people and doesn’t give you much time for anything else. But as you start moving around, you start developing techniques to meet people. You may have a standard way of greeting the neighbors or inviting the new person from […]
If you ever saw the movie; The ‘Burbs, you may have an unfounded fear of meeting your new neighbors. You’re in luck! Most people live normal, everyday lives, just like you and me. Moving into your new home and getting to know your new neighbors should be exciting, not dreadful. In the past, meeting our […]
Over the course of the summer, the military community sees moving trucks come and moving trucks go. Which means when the school year rolls around there are many, many new faces. For those who are experiencing a new school year, or even have children starting school for the first time in a new place, there […]
PCS moves can be daunting tasks. Moving means more than just finding a new place to live and work; it can also mean finding a new favorite restaurant, hair parlor/barber shop or place to shop. While some duty stations have full selections right outside the gate, the reality is that some duty stations are a […]
There are countless priorities to juggle, important decisions to make, and a variety of factors to consider when you are moving. We understand the pressures you’re facing! Especially when you’re planning on moving somewhere long-term, it’s important to find the right fit for you, and potentially your spouse or family. Military Crashpad® is part […]