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JBSA Outdoor Recreation

2023 Air Force Summer Employment Program Employment opportunities at JBSA Randolph, Lackland, Fort Sam Houston and Canyon Lake. For the clerical and laborer positions, you will need to submit all supporting documents to each location you are interested in working at. Please see the link below for instructions on how to apply. Student Trainee (Recreation Aid/Lifeguard/Lead Lifeguard) GS 1-4 https://www.usajobs.gov/job/704135100 The Department of the Air Force is an Equal Opportunity Employer Sponsored by the 802d Force Support Squadron, JBSA, Texas 78234.

JBSA Hunting Program

JBSA Outdoor Recreation

***ATTENTION HUNTERS*** The JBSA Hunting Program has moved. JBSA is no longer using iSportsman for program administration and permit sales. RecAccess is our new platform for these services. Please create a new account at https://jbsa.recaccess.com/#/create-account NEW: The lottery this year is only for Antlered (Bucks) White-tailed Deer; Antlerless (Does) harvest is now permitted under the General Permit. The Doe season may have to close early depending on harvest as we only get a certain number of tags from the State. Upcoming Dates: JBSA - Antlered Deer Lottery Ticket - Sales are currently open through 15 September 2022 (buy at https://jbsa.recaccess.com/) JBSA - Dove Season - Opens 2 September 2022 JBSA - Antlered Deer Lottery - Draw Date 17 September 2022 JBSA - White-tailed Deer Season - Opens 1 October 2022 For Hunting Program Questions or Concerns contact: [email protected]

Boating Safety Classes

JBSA Outdoor Recreation

All Outdoor Recreation Centers require a Boaters Safety Course certificate from Texas Parks and Wildlife in order for customers to rent their boats. Online courses can be taken at boaterexam.com, Boat-ed.com, BOATsmartexam.com, BoatUS.org and iLearnToBoat.com. The Kayak and Canoe safety course is required for non-powered boating equipment. Go to boaterexam.com/paddling/, or patrons can watch the video at Outdoor Recreation. For more information, call: JBSA Rec Park at Canyon Lake: (830) 964-3576 JBSA-FSH ODR: (210) 221-5224 or (210) 221-5225 JBSA-LAK ODR: (210) 925-5532 or (210) 925-5533 JBSA-RND ODR: (210) 652-5142

Enchanted Rock Rappelling Trip

LAK Outdoor Recreation

We will also have an opportunity to eat lunch at "Old German Bakery and Restaurant" in Fredericksburg before our adventure, so bring your appetite! The cost is $130. Ages 18 years and older are welcome. The program includes roundtrip transportation to and from Enchanted Rock, an interpretive hike to the top of the rock and an awesome rappelling adventure down the rock. To register, please call us at (210) 925-5532 or (210) 868-3206 or visit us at Lackland Outdoor Recreation.

JBSA-Lackland Paintball Course

LAK Outdoor Recreation

JBSA-Lackland Outdoor Recreation has recently revamped its approximately 250-foot paintball course park and is now ready to accept bookings. Groups of up to 30 players (ages 12 and older) may reserve up to four hours in the park.

JBSA-Outdoor Recreation Equipment Rentals

JBSA Outdoor Recreation

Are you ready for summer adventures to begin? Contact your nearest JBSA-Outdoor Recreation for summer rentals you can sign up for. Fort Sam Houston: (210) 221-5224 Lackland: (210) 925-5532 Randolph: (210) 652-5640

Weekend Camping Trip @ Canyon Lake

Recreation Park @ Canyon Lake

Join us for a family, adventure filled weekend soaking up the sun and fun at JBSA Recreation at Canyon Lake. Participants will check-in to the lake Friday evening from 1-7 p.m. with a check out of Sunday morning by 11 a.m. Campers will be staying in the new bungalows. Saturday will feature fun on the water with three pontoons ready to take families out on the water as well as a scheduled Sunset Cruise that evening. For those not wanting to venture out on the pontoons, there will be paddle equipment on the beach for families to use. As the day winds down, guest will be treated to a spectacular Star Gazing experience of the solar system and beyond through powerful telescopes. For a special treat, guests will join the staff for a scrumptious Dutch oven dessert - sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. This is an R4R event with no cost for active-duty military members and their families only. It is first-come, first serve and limited spaces are available. Individuals must come to the Randolph Outdoor Recreation in person to sign up. For more information, call (210) 652-7454.

Camping & Caving Adventure at Caverns of Sonora

LAK Outdoor Recreation

Join us as we visit the world’s most beautiful show cave in Sonora, Texas! We will have an opportunity to tour the marvelous cave and learn about its history in the underground classroom. We will end our day at the local tent campsite and spend the night under the stars. The cost of this program is $130. All ages are welcome (minors must be accompanied by an adult or guardian). The program includes roundtrip transportation to and from the Caverns of Sonora, entrance into the showroom and underground classroom, camping permits, some gear, and dinner. Deadline to sign up is Jan. 12 or when full. To register, please call us at (210) 925-5533 or (210) 868-3206 or come visit us at Lackland Outdoor Recreationl

Kayaking the San Antonio River

LAK Outdoor Recreation

Kayaking the San Antonio River April 13 • 8:30 AM to 3 PM JBSA-Lackland Outdoor Rec Did you know there's more to the San Antonio River than just the Riverwalk? Join us as we team up with the San Antonio River Authority to kayak and explore the San Antonio River! Whether it's your first-time kayaking, or you're an expert paddler, you will have the opportunity to learn about the environmental, historical and cultural impacts this river has made to Military City, U.S.ATM. Ages eight and older are welcome to participate. Ages 8-11 must ride in a tandem kayak but ages 12 and older can paddle their own craft. There is limited availability of tandem kayaks. The cost of this program is $20, and it includes roundtrip transportation from Lackland Outdoor Recreation, personal flotation devices and kayak equipment. Deadline to sign up is April 8 or when filled. To register, please call (210) 925-5533/5532 or (210) 868-3206.

PokemonGo! Hiking

LAK Outdoor Recreation

Pull out your phones and hiking shoes as we explore some of the best hiking trails San Antonio has to offer through the world of PokemonGo! We will be meeting at the designated park entrances and hiking as a group to "catch 'em all". Make sure your phone is charged! This is a FREE program open to all ages (minors must be accompanied by an adult or guardian). To register for a hiking head count, please call (210) 925-5533 or (210) 868-3206 or visit us at Lackland Outdoor Recreation. PokemonGo HIke at McAllister Park May 5 | 9 AM Meet at the trailhead. PokemonGo Hike at Cathedral Rock Park June 23 | 9 AM Meet at the trailhead.

Spring Lake Snorkel & Boat Tour

LAK Outdoor Recreation

Spring Lake Snorkel & Boat Tour May 11 • 3-8:30 PM JBSA-Lackland Outdoor Recreation Travel with us to Spring Lake located in San Marcos. Together we'll have an opportunity to see vast aquatic life living in crystal clear waters and learn about the natural lake features formed by the Edwards Aquifer. Join us to check out this Hill Country gem in our backyard. Price is $65 per person. Patrons ages 12 and older are welcome (minors must be accompanied by an adult or guardian). Participants must be able to pass a swim test. To register or for more information, please call (210) 868-3206 or (210) 925-5532/5533.

Archery Range (Camp Bullis)

Camp Bullis Outdoor Recreation

Archery Range Thurs. - Mon. • 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Outdoor Recreation offers an outdoor archery range with targets ranging from 10 to 60 yards at 10-yard intervals. The targets at the range are crossbow rated. A daily pass is $5 The cost for an annual pass is $6 and $75 for a family of two. Each additional family member is $5. A DoD ID cardholder can sponsor up to two non-DoD ID cardholders for $5 per person. The Range at Camp Bullis is 100% ID check. all guests must report to ODR and present a DoD ID card. Guests must be in the same vehicle as the sponsor. For more information, call (210) 295-7577 or (210) 295-7529.