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Orders to Fort Irwin? See: Plan My Move Booklet
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Fort Irwin
is located approximately 37 miles northeast of Barstow,
California midway between Las Vegas, Nevada and Los Angeles,
California. The High Mojave Desert's hills and mountains
surround the installation. Natural vegetation is sparse and
mainly consists of mesquite, creosote, yuccas, and other low
growing plants. Beautiful sunsets, blue skies, sunny days and
wide-open vistas are some of the pleasures of the desert that
give many a sense of freedom. However, expect the primary
colors to be tan and brown. For those needing to see green,
Big Bear and Lake Arrowhead are two hours away providing tall
trees and lakes. The base operator's phone number is
760-380-1111.
History
On August 8, 1940, a Presidential order withdrew from public
use almost 1,000 square miles of public land in the High
Desert of Southern California. The land was established as the
Mojave Anti-Aircraft Gunnery Range and later named Camp Irwin
in memory of Major General George Irwin, a World War I battle
commander. In 1951, the post became the home of the United
States Army Armor and Desert Training Center and was
designated Fort Irwin in 1961. In 1981, the installation was
re-designated as the National Training Center (NTC) and since
then its development as the premier training site of the U.S.
Army has been nonstop.
Mission
As a part of the U.S. Army FORSCOM, Fort Irwin provides
realistic joint and combined arms training focused on
developing soldiers, leaders, and units of America's Army for
success on the 21st century battlefield. Additionally, the NTC
provides a vital source of experience based information and
data essential to doctrine, equipment, training and force
development in order to improve the force. The NTC conducts 10
training rotations per year. Soldiers assigned to the 11th ACR
and Operations Group can expect to spend several days per
month in the field.
Population Served
Because Fort Irwin is a fairly small community, people living
here get to know their neighbors. After a short period, visits
to the commissary and Post Exchange (PX) are usually
accompanied by a series of friendly "hellos." Children often
live next door to their schoolmates, play on the same sports
teams, or go to daycare together. Fort Irwin maintains a small
town atmosphere with town hall meetings and other community
forums, even though 4,000-5,000 soldiers from other
installations rotate through the NTC each month.
Base Transportation
Currently, there is no base transportation on this
installation.
Sponsorship
You will receive an initial welcome letter from your unit. In
order to better assist you with your relocation to Fort Irwin,
contact the G1 Strength Management Office, they will provide
you with information on the brigade that you are assigned to.
For more information contact G1 at 760-380-3225/5237, DSN
312-470-3225/5237.
To assist in facilitating smooth transitions for youth as they
relocate to new military installations, CYS collaborates with
the Relocation Assistance Officer to provide an active Youth
Sponsorship Program. The goal is to welcome new youth, provide
them with information on programs and activities, answer
questions they may have, and encourage early involvement at
their new location. Please contact the School Liaison Officer
(SLO) for more information at 760-380-6880 DSN 312-470-6880.
To forward your mail temporarily you can use the following
address: Your Name, Post Locator, and P.O. Box 105010, Your
Expected Arrival Date, Fort Irwin, CA 92310-5010. When you
arrive, you can pick-up your mail at the Post Locator in
Building 306. If you forward your mail, please make sure that
you go to the post office as soon as you arrive. If your
expected arrival date changes after your mail has been
forwarded, please call (760) 380-3369 to let them know that
you are still coming to Fort Irwin. This will prevent your
mail from being returned to the sender. If you prefer to rent
a Post Office Box in advance, call the Post Office at
760-386-2259.
Temporary Quarters
You may stay at the Landmark Hotel when you first get here,
depending on availability. This is the only hotel on post.
Your next option is to stay at a hotel/motel in Barstow. You
may continue staying at the Landmark if housing is not
available right away, but this can be costly. Nonavailability
statements are not required in order to be reimbursed for
temporary lodging if you stay in a motel in Barstow. Save your
receipts. Commercial motels/hotels in California charge a 10%
Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) to guests staying in their
facilities. Military members are not exempt from paying this
tax.
Relocation Assistance
A Mandatory Newcomers Briefing is held each morning from 8:00
a.m. - 8:30 a.m. in building 312. We encourage family members
to attend this orientation. Contact the Relocation Assistance
Program office at 760-380-3598, DSN 312-470-3598 for more
information and to request a Welcome Packet. There is no
furniture (i.e., tables, beds, or chairs) for temporary use
while awaiting arrival of household goods. The ACS Lending
Closets (Bldg. 548 on-post/Outreach Center off-post) do have
kitchen items, bedding, folding mats for sleeping, some baby
furniture, and small household appliances for loan for up to
thirty days.
Critical Installation Information
Soldiers with Exceptional Family Members should contact the
Fort Irwin EFMP Program Manager at 760-380-3698, DSN
312-470-3698 before coming to Fort Irwin. Families not
enrolled in EFMP but who have special medical or educational
needs should contact their local Army Community Service EFMP
manager.
Hand carry the following documents: Personnel Files, Finance
Records, Leave Form, Medical Records, Birth Certificates, Shot
Records (Children & Pets), Marriage Certificates, Employment
Records (Spouse), Resumes (Spouse), Education Records,
Transportation Documents (Bills of Lading, Inventory), Custody
Papers, Divorce Decrees, and Proof of Car Insurance.
You must go to Family Housing, Bldg. 826, to be placed on the
waiting list for government housing. For more information call
760-386-HOME (4663).
Individuals seeking housing in Barstow should contact the
Housing Referral Officer. |
MAJOR
UNITS
OPERATIONS GROUP
Contact Information:
COM: 760-380-4278
DSN: 312-470-4278
11th ARMORED CAVALRY REGIMENT
Contact Information:
COM: 760-380-4670
DSN: 312-470-4670
1st SQUADRON , 11th ACR "Ironhorse"
Contact Information:
COM: 760-380-3609
DSN: 312-470-3609
2nd SQUADRON , 11TH ACR "Eaglehorse"
Contact Information:
COM: 760-380-3963
DSN: 312-470-3963
SUPPORT SQUADRON, 11TH ACR
Contact Information:
COM: 760-380-3230
DSN: 312-470-3230
U.S. Army Garrison
Contact Information:
COM: 760-380-6351/6350
DSN: 312-470-6351/6350
NTC Support Battalion
Contact Information:
COM: 760-380-4712
DSN: 312-470-4712
MEDDAC
Contact Information:
COM: 760-380-3108
DSN: 312-470-3108
DENTAC
Contact Information:
COM: 760-380-4999
DSN: 312-470-4999
Det 6, 57th WG Det (Ravens Air Warriors)
Contact Information:
COM: 760-380-3520
DSN: 312-470-3520
C Det, 203rd Military Intelligence
Contact Information:
COM: 760-380-3577
DSN: 312-470-3577
USACIDC
Contact Information:
COM: 760-380-4967
DSN: 312-470-4967 |
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