Key West Information:
Key West, a U.S. island city, is part of the Florida Keys archipelago. It's also Florida's southernmost point, lying roughly 90 miles north of Cuba. Famed for its pastel-hued, conch-style houses, it's a cruise-ship stop also accessible from the mainland via the Overseas Highway. It's known more for its coral reefs – destinations for diving and snorkeling – than for its beaches.
Naval Air Station Key West is a naval air station and military airport located on Boca Chica Key, four miles (6 km) east of the central business district of Key West, Florida, United States.
NAS Key West is a state-of-the-art training facility for air-to-air combat fighter aircraft of all military services, with favorable flying conditions year round and unparalleled aerial ranges that offer aircrew training within minutes after takeoff. On a broader scale, NAS Key West's national security mission supports operational and readiness requirements for the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security (e.g., U.S. Coast Guard), Air National Guard and Army National Guard units, other federal agencies, and allied military forces.
The air station is also host to several tenant commands, including Fighter Squadron Composite 111 (VFC-111), Strike Fighter Squadron 106 (VFA-106) Detachment Key West,
the U.S. Army Special Forces Underwater Operations School and Headquarters, Joint Interagency Task Force South (JIATF South).
Travel, Lodging, Food, Activities on Key West:
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g34345-Key_West_Florida_Keys_Florida-Vacations.html
Weather:
(November)
Avg High:
80
Avg Low:
72
Avg Precip:
2.28"
Sunrise:
0744
Sunset:
1842
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Muscatatuck Urban Training Center (MUTC) Information:
The Muscatatuck Urban Training Center (MUTC) is a secluded, self-contained community, once home to the Muscatatuck State Developmental Center. The 1,000 acre site was turned over to the Indiana National Guard in July of 2005 and since has been continually evolving into a full-immersion contemporary urban training environment. Those utilizing MUTC will find several environments ideal for technology experimentation. For further information regarding MUTC including a capabilities brief, products & services, and past performance, please visit
https://www.atterburymuscatatuck.in.ng.mil/.
Weather: Forecast for June:
Average High/Low: 82° / 60°
Precipitation: 3.03" (77mm)
Sunrise/Sunset: 0618 / 2112
Travel:
Airports in the area include
https://www.indianapolisairport.com/, IN (IND) and
Louisville International Airport, KY (SDF).
Please click on either airport name for more information.
Lodging:
There are several hotels available in the nearby cities of
Seymour and
Columbus, Indiana. Please click on each city for available lodging locations.
Food:
There is a deli within 1 ½ miles of the MUTC main gate in Butlerville. Other eating establishments are 15-30 minutes away. It is highly recommended to bring a lunch.
Shipping:
Muscatatuck Urban Training Center
4230 East Administration Drive
Butlerville, IN 47223
ATTN: SSG Carrier / USSOCOM TE 21-2
Driving Directions:
From Indianapolis International Airport:
Indianapolis Airport to MUTC
From Louisville International Airport:
Louisville Airport to MUTC
Directions for all TE traffic from the Main Gate to the TOC / Building 5101:
Once through the Guard gate, take the first right and then an immediate left along Administration Drive. As you pass the sunken village, take a left turn prior to reaching the Embassy compound. At the traffic circle, go to the right and then turn on the first right. Follow the path to the left towards the Patriot Academy/Instruction Center (Bldg 5101). There is ample parking adjacent to the Patriot Academy. Registration for the event will be located in Bldg 5101.
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Camp Roberts, CA
Camp Roberts is a California National Guard post in central California, located on both sides of the Salinas River in Monterey and San Luis Obispo counties, now run by the California Army
National Guard. The mission of Camp Roberts is to facilitate the training, mobilization and security of the National Guard, Army Reserve and Active Components units in support of Federal, State,
and community missions.
Camp Roberts is a California National Guard post in central California, located on both sides of the Salinas River in Monterey and San Luis Obispo counties, now run by the California Army National Guard. The mission of Camp Roberts is to facilitate the training, mobilization and security of the National Guard, Army Reserve and Active Component units in support of Federal, State and community missions.
Travel:
The nearest airport is the San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport. http://www.sloairport.com/ An alternative is San Jose International Airport. http://www.flysanjose.com/fl/. Drive time from this airport to the Camp Robert s is approximately three hours. The nearest city to the base is Paso Robles. Travel time from Paso Robles to the TE site is approximately a 20-30 minute drive.
Driving Directions:
All TE participants must enter Gate 10 (corner of Generals Rd and San Marcos Rd). DO NOT enter the main gate located on Highway 101.
Directions from Hwy 101 to Gate 10:
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1. Turn west onto San Marcos Rd. (Not an exit, just a turn)
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2. Drive 4.6 miles
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3. Turn right onto Generals Rd @ N 35.692324, W 120.757583
Direction from Paso Robles (24th @ Spring St.) to Gate 10:
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1. Head west on 24th St/Nacimiento Lake Dr/Paso Robles Rd/County Hwy G 14 for 6 miles
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2. Turn right onto San Marcos Rd and drive .5 miles
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3. Take the 1st left onto Generals Rd @ N 35.692324, W 120.757583
Directions for all TE traffic from Gate 10 to McMillan Airfield:
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1. Proceed 1.7 miles Northwest on Generals Rd.
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2. Turn right (east) at Perimeter Rd and proceed .6 miles
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3. McMillan Airfield will be on your left (Do NOT proceed past McMillan Airfield, access is strictly prohibited)
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Lodging Info:
There is a wide variety of lodging locations in and around the Paso Robles area. Attendees are advised to make reservations early as local hotels tend to fill up quickly.
Refer to: Paso Robles Area Lodging
Food:
There are a variety of restaurants situated in and surrounding the Paso Robles downtown area with plenty of genres to explore. For further info:
Paso Robles Downtown
Weather:
Camp Roberts is a desert-like environment, with hot dry days and cooler nights. Average temperatures in March range between the mid-40s to the mid-60s.
Shipping:
The shipping address for Camp Roberts is:
Parcel Service (Individual packages, less than 150 lbs.)
CIRPAS
Attn:(*Your Company / Your Name*)
USSOCOM TE6-2
Bldg 914, Shipping & Receiving
Camp Roberts, CA
93451-5000
Directly to the Airfield: Freight
CIRPAS
Attn:(*Your Company / Your Name*)
USSOCOM TE6-2
Bldg 914, Shipping & Receiving
McMillan Airfield, East Perimeter Rd
Camp Roberts, CA 93451-5000
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Fort AP Hill, VA
Fort A.P. Hill is located within the boundaries of Caroline County, a largely rural county of great natural beauty, dotted with farms, woodlands and waters. Caroline County is located in the northeastern portion of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Situated along the I-95 corridor, it sits roughly midway between Richmond and the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.
Fort A. P. Hill is located close to the town of Bowling Green and is one of the largest and most important US military installments on the East Coast. As it describes itself, it is the place where the United States sharpens its forces in every domain. The base is about 76,000 acres in size and includes some of the most advanced technologies. It is used year-round for military training of both active and reserve troops of the Army, Navy, Marines, and Air Force, as well as other government agencies.
Travel to FAPH (From Washington D.C or Richmond, VA):
http://www.aphill.army.mil/docs/Fort%20A%20P%20%20Hill%20Directions2.pdf
Lodging:
Hotels in vicinity of AP Hill
Hotels may also be found in Thornburg, VA (~16 miles/23 minutes); or Fredericksburg, VA (~21 miles/30 minutes)
Food:
Bowling Green Eating Establishments:
Weather (July):
Avg. High: 87
Avg. Low: 66
Avg. Precip: 3.4"
Sunrise: ~0600
Sunset: ~2030
Shipping Address:
AYSMMETRIC WARFARE TRAINING CENTER (AWTC)
ATTN: SOCOM TE 18-3
BLDG 1419 Lee Dr
FT AP Hill, VA 22427
(804-633-8423
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Little Creek, VA (Joint Expeditionary Base) – Fort Story (JEBLC-FS)
JEBLC-FS is the country's premier installation for housing and training the nation's Expeditionary Forces and is the largest military installation in the City of Virginia Beach. It is one command with two properties. It is comprised of the former Naval Amphibious Base Little Creek (JEB Little Creek) which began as a dynamic training ground for Word War II amphibious Forces, and the former Army Post of Fort Story (JEB Fort Story) which laid witness to the humble beginnings of our country at the 1607 first landing site. For the TE18-4 event, all experiments will be conducted at the JEB, Little Creek location. No experiments will be conducted at Ft. Story.
For further information regarding JEBLC-FS, please visit
JEB Little Creek-Ft. Story.
JEBLC-FS is a military installation, so please dress and plan accordingly for your event. If you have properly registered and been approved through our Technical Experimentation website, you will be able to pass through the gate.
Travel:
The nearest major airport in the area is
Norfolk International Airport.
Directions
Google Maps All approved industry developers and other participants will receive more detailed directions along with their invite letter.
Lodging:
Hotels near JEB Little Creek
The hyperlink above is directed to a hotel search in the area.
Food:
Restaurants near JEB Little Creek
On JEB Little Creek, there is a shopette similar to convenience stores off base.
Weather:
Typical weather forecast for September:
September Average High: 76°
September Average Low: 61°
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Shipping Address:
United Parcel Service
9583 Shore Dr.
Norfolk, VA 23518-1711983 SHORE DR, NORFOLK, VA, 23518-1711 GREAT NECK RD 1272
Website:
https://www.ups.com/us/en/Home.page
Federal Express (FedEx)|
FEDEX Locations near JEB Little Creek
Avon Park, FL
Avon Park is a city located within the boundaries of Highlands County, Florida. Located just 30 minutes away is Avon Park Air Force Range (APAFR). This 106,000 acre military training facility is positioned in South-Central Florida's Polk County. APAFR is known as a world-class destination for training and outdoor opportunities. It is utilized year-round for air-ground integration with a primary focus on advanced, realistic and relevant training for joint, and multinational partners.
Travel to APAFR: (From city of Avon Park)
Hotels in vicinity of APAFR (Click on hyperlink)
Hotels may be found in Avon Park City (~12 miles/20 minutes); or Sebring, FL (~20 miles/30 minutes)
Restaurants in Avon Park (Click on hyperlink)
Many restaurants and eateries can be found just West of APAFR in the surrounding towns
Shipping Address:
AVON PARK AIR FORCE RANGE (APAFR)
ATTN: SOCOM TE 19-1
28 South Boulevard
Avon Park, FL 33825
(863) 452- 4120
Weather (November):
https://www.accuweather.com/en/us/avon-park-fl/33825/november-weather/332342
Avg. High: 82
Avg. Low: 58
Avg. Precip: 2.1"
Sunrise: ~0639
Sunset: ~1740
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TEXAS A&M/RELLIS Campus Information:
https://rellis.tamus.edu/
College Station is a city in eastern Texas. It is home to the main campus of Texas A&M University. On the campus, the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum documents the life of the 41st U.S. President. It includes a replica Oval Office and a slab of the Berlin Wall. The Sanders Corps of Cadets Center traces the history of the student military group, and exhibits medals and vintage weapons.
In September 2015, the 2,000-acre tract known as the Texas A&M University Riverside Campus was transferred to The Texas A&M University System. In May of 2016 the Riverside Campus was transformed to the RELLIS Campus, named for the six Aggie Core values of Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
The RELLIS Campus is in close proximity to many metropolitan areas allowing short commutes to Houston, Austin and San Antonio. Home to several Texas A&M System state agencies, and over one million square feet of laboratory and office space, RELLIS offers a unique research and development experience.
Weather:
Estimated Projected Weather forecast: 15-19 July 2019
Average 95 degrees
(Note: Weather for this time of year will be hot. Be sure to wear plenty of sun screen and drink plenty of water.)
Travel (Directions to RELLIS from nearby major Texas airports):
Directions from Houston Airports:
George Bush International Airport (IAH)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Fly Houston Information
Directions from Austin Airport: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Directions from College Station Airport: Easterwood Airport (CLL)
Other Local Information
Texas A&M University:Directions from Main Campus to RELLIS Campus
Bryan/College Station:
Google Map of BCS &
BCS Tourist Map & Hotels, Motels, Restaurants, etc.
List of Hotels in/near the TAMU campus:
click here
Maps from
TAMU's Office of Facilities Coordination
Shipping Address
TEEX
TAMU RELLIS Campus
3100 State Highway 47, Building 7900
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Bryan, TX 77807
Attn: Chris Gable / USSOCOM TE19-3
Camp Atterbury, Indiana Information:
Camp Atterbury-Muscatatuck encompasses 36,000 acres of training and maneuver area centrally positioned in the U.S. in south-central Indiana and located within Jennings, Johnson, Bartholomew and Brown Counties. In addition, approximately 1,000 acres of air-to-ground range and light maneuver area is available at Jefferson Proving Ground. Our training sites and test bed are adjacent to the Interstate 65 corridor, with major nearby cities including Indianapolis to the north, Cincinnati to the east and Louisville to the south. Atterbury-Muscatatuck Training Center serves as a major training site for individual, collective, and joint operations providing realistic venues for live, virtual and constructive training and testing events in order to increase training readiness, attract commercial defense industry participation and build strategic partnerships. For further information, including a capabilities brief, products & services, and past performance, please visit
https://www.atterburymuscatatuck.in.ng.mil/.
Weather (March averages):
High: 52°F
Low: 33°F
Precipitation: Less than 3.75"
Sunrise/Sunset: 0735/2005
Travel:
Airports in the area include Indianapolis, IN (IND), Louisville, KY (SDF), and Cincinnati, OH (CVG).
Directions:
From Indianapolis International Airport:
Click on Hyperlink
From Louisville International Airport:
Click on Hyperlink
From Cincinnati International Airport:
Click on Hyperlink
Lodging: There are numerous hotels available in the nearby city of Edinburgh, Indiana.
Food: There are numerous eating establishments in Edinburgh, IN.
Shipping Address
ATTENTION: Unit POC (TBD)
Camp Atterbury
BLDG 3 Clark Street
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