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Navy MWR: Sailors, Programs, Activities And Morale Welfare Recreation Facilities
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Published: November 14, 2007
It is often considered as among the mightiest fleets in the world, and this should not come as a surprise. The U.S. Navy happens to have in its possession some of the more advanced weaponry ever assembled in the military arena.
Yet, despite this seemingly invincible armada in their hands, the lives of those involved are actually complicated, especially if one looks more closely at how the U.S. Navy operates. In many instances, sailors will find themselves assigned at sea for an extended period of time. At other times, the captain will receive orders to have some of the crew sent overseas to render immediate assistance in a war-ravaged country.
That is why during times when sailors are off-duty, they often make good use of their MWR benefits. The MWR, in essence, seeks to help personnel enjoy those limited periods when they are free from their usual work loads. The MWR does this by offering various programs meant to enhance the lives of these mighty people. These various benefits can also be enjoyed by the immediate family of sailors.
Typically, the programs included in a given MWR set-up can involve traveling to various U.S. beaches or exploring nearby historic spots. In some instances, however, servicemen simply engage in activities without necessarily going out of the base where they are stationed.
This can include making use of facilities such as bowling alleys, golf courses, fitness centers and many others. Though, there are MWR activities nowadays that are various skills development trainings, usually prepared in coordination with the MWR. During these recreational events, servicemen usually end up learning something new, and they can eventually use the training once they retire, perhaps opening the doors to an entirely new field.
In addition, facilities that cater to the gastronomic urgings of U.S. servicemen are also available in many existing programs of the MWR. The same applies for libraries, where servicemen can visit if covered under the benefits.
When availing of basic MWR services, servicemen will usually be given discounts. As such, they will usually find themselves paying less for making use of certain facilities such as gymnasiums or having lunch at a restaurant.
The variety by which many of these programs are made available by the MWR has made them quite popular among U.S. Navy members. At present, the programs can already be availed of in about 120 bases and in 285 ships, although the MWR admits that these are still a bit limited. Many of the programs are still only available within the base premises. The MWR is currently looking into the prospects of eventually producing more programs that are off-base, since many prefer engaging in activities set outside of the facilities where they are based.
Sources:
"Morale, Welfare and Recreation." Military Times. Army Times Publishing Company. 9 Nov. 2007. http://www.militarytimes.com/benefits/mwr/.
"Tickets and Tours." Military Times. Army Times Publishing Company. 9 Nov. 2007. http://www.militarytimes.com/benefits/mwr/military _tickets_tours_2007hbml/.
Buckley, Steve, Keehner, Sandy, Walker, Mary Patrick. "Achieving The Mission: Navy Morale, Welfare And Recreation Programs Boost Recruitment, Readiness And Retention." BNET Research Center. Dec. 2000. CNET Networks, Inc. 9 Nov. 2007. http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m1145/is_12_ 35/ai_69250768.
Wells, Irene. "Be a Part of the MWR Team." MWR Today. 9 Nov. 2007. http://www.mwrtoday.com/Sandiego/Sponsor.htm.
Yet, despite this seemingly invincible armada in their hands, the lives of those involved are actually complicated, especially if one looks more closely at how the U.S. Navy operates. In many instances, sailors will find themselves assigned at sea for an extended period of time. At other times, the captain will receive orders to have some of the crew sent overseas to render immediate assistance in a war-ravaged country.
That is why during times when sailors are off-duty, they often make good use of their MWR benefits. The MWR, in essence, seeks to help personnel enjoy those limited periods when they are free from their usual work loads. The MWR does this by offering various programs meant to enhance the lives of these mighty people. These various benefits can also be enjoyed by the immediate family of sailors.
Typically, the programs included in a given MWR set-up can involve traveling to various U.S. beaches or exploring nearby historic spots. In some instances, however, servicemen simply engage in activities without necessarily going out of the base where they are stationed.
This can include making use of facilities such as bowling alleys, golf courses, fitness centers and many others. Though, there are MWR activities nowadays that are various skills development trainings, usually prepared in coordination with the MWR. During these recreational events, servicemen usually end up learning something new, and they can eventually use the training once they retire, perhaps opening the doors to an entirely new field.
In addition, facilities that cater to the gastronomic urgings of U.S. servicemen are also available in many existing programs of the MWR. The same applies for libraries, where servicemen can visit if covered under the benefits.
When availing of basic MWR services, servicemen will usually be given discounts. As such, they will usually find themselves paying less for making use of certain facilities such as gymnasiums or having lunch at a restaurant.
The variety by which many of these programs are made available by the MWR has made them quite popular among U.S. Navy members. At present, the programs can already be availed of in about 120 bases and in 285 ships, although the MWR admits that these are still a bit limited. Many of the programs are still only available within the base premises. The MWR is currently looking into the prospects of eventually producing more programs that are off-base, since many prefer engaging in activities set outside of the facilities where they are based.
Sources:
"Morale, Welfare and Recreation." Military Times. Army Times Publishing Company. 9 Nov. 2007. http://www.militarytimes.com/benefits/mwr/.
"Tickets and Tours." Military Times. Army Times Publishing Company. 9 Nov. 2007. http://www.militarytimes.com/benefits/mwr/military _tickets_tours_2007hbml/.
Buckley, Steve, Keehner, Sandy, Walker, Mary Patrick. "Achieving The Mission: Navy Morale, Welfare And Recreation Programs Boost Recruitment, Readiness And Retention." BNET Research Center. Dec. 2000. CNET Networks, Inc. 9 Nov. 2007. http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m1145/is_12_ 35/ai_69250768.
Wells, Irene. "Be a Part of the MWR Team." MWR Today. 9 Nov. 2007. http://www.mwrtoday.com/Sandiego/Sponsor.htm.
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