USAG Bamgerg

Bamberg is located in the Franconian wine producing region of the state of Bavaria; a pleasant place characterized by rivers winding past countless walled towns with half-timbered homes and cobblestone streets dating back to the Middle Ages. The dry white wine of the area is sold in a uniquely shaped bottle, the bocksbeutel.

One of the best preserved tourist attractions in Germany, the ancient city of Bamberg is bisected by the Regnitz river. In fact, the Altes Rathaus, or old town hall, is constructed on a stone bridge spanning the river. Bamberg is often called "Little Prague on the Regnitz" because of a skyline view similar to Prague's. It also has a section called "Little Venice" because of its waterways.

Warner Barracks has been occupied by American forces since the end of World War II. Prior to the war, almost every branch of the German Army was stationed at Warner Barracks at some time, the most elite being the 35th Armor and the 17th cavalry Regiments. The cavalry was composed of noblemen who were wealthy and had their own riding school. The stables and school are occupied by the present PX, commissary and community engineering areas.

For further information check USAG Bamberg's website at www.bamberg.army.mil.

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Facilities and Services

Sports and Recreation

The Whispering Pines Course at Bamberg, with a pro shop, is there for the golf enthusiast, and the Fitness Center has a well-trained staff, convenient hours of operation, locker rooms and a full array of fitness equipment. The modern Birchview Lanes bowling center offers multiple-lane facilities, pro shops, snack bars, game rooms and conference rooms. The Rod and Gun Club provides excellent hunting and fishing opportunities, as well as bargain resale activities. Outdoor Recreation offers economical ski trips and packages to ski resorts in Austria, Italy, Switzerland, France and the Edelweiss Lodge and Resort in Bavaria.

The Warner Conference Center (WCC), formerly known as the Warner Club, is located in the former officer's club. The building features a bar, four separate meeting rooms for up to 40 seats, and a ballroom for 180 seats.

Health Services

The United States Army health clinic is an outpatient facility providing high quality primary and limited specialty health care. Serious cases are referred to local host nation hospitals or the Landstuhl Regional Medical Center. The dental clinic provides general dentistry and specialty treatment to authorized individuals. Veterinary Services include animal disease prevention and control, issuance of health certificates and vaccinations.

Schools

Department of Defense Dependent Schools also serve the garrison with a combined elementary/middle school and a high school.

Community Services

The Army Community Service (ACS) center offers various programs and services for soldiers, civilians and family members; parent education classes, financial maintenance classes, relocation information and support, mobilization and deployment support, employment services, Army Emergency Relief (AER) and volunteer programs. Child Development Services provides full service, center-based child care, the Family Child Care (FCC) program, the School Age Services (SAS) program and respite child care for service members in pay grade E-4 and below. Youth Services operates a sports and fitness program for organized seasonal sports. Volunteers are an integral part of every community. Volunteer experience offers great potential for self-fulfillment and may also be reflected on resumes for future job employment.

Chapel

The Chapel offers services and religious education in numerous denominations. Your Chapel staff can provide information about them. There is a wide range of Bible study groups, classes and retreats offered.

Scouting

There are active scouting programs for both boys and girls. They advertise and recruit members through the schools, libraries, youth activity centers, media and various other institutions.

Better Opportunities for Single Servicemembers (BOSS)

This program is designed to bring single members' quality of life in line with their married counterparts. Billets afford them more living space so they may decorate to their own tastes and include amenities such as floor kitchenettes, private facilities, fitness equipment and government furnishings. It also involves single personnel in recreational travel and community help programs.

Shopping

The exchange and commissary on Warner Barracks has all categories in one congruent installation, in a former riding stable, built for the nobles of the German cavalry. There is also a 24-hour shoppette, and a six-pump gas station, and franchised restaurants such as Burger King and Popeye's Chicken.

Library

The Library has fiction and nonfiction book selections, reference materials, travel guides, videos, educational resources, children's books, magazines and computers with internet access.

Music and Theater

The Stable Theater produces live plays and musicals, and stages concerts and talent contests, offering an outlet for the skills of actors/actresses and technicians.

Transient Lodging

The Bamberg Inn offers affordable and comfortable alternatives to local hotels and pensions.

Army Post Office (APO)

The Army Post Office (APO) is a full-service facility, providing parcel service and transport of all classes of mail from priority to express. It also transports mail for free from APO to APO when "MPS" is written in the upper right corner of envelopes and packages.

Banking

The Community Bank offers full service banking. Automatic teller machines (ATMs) offer 24-hour service for deposits and withdrawals from both checking and savings accounts.

Auto Craft Shop

The Auto Craft Shop offers assistance in performing automotive maintenance and repair. Equipment, tools and trained mechanics make everything, from charging a battery to major overhauls, possible at great savings.

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