Spouse combat challenge -- event offers taste of military life

Courtesy Photo | A spouse lifts a fabricated M-4 rifle for weapons physical readiness training during the Spouses Combat Challenge May 3.  

UNITED STATES

05.18.2017

Courtesy Story

Fort Gregg-Adams

FORT LEE Va. (May 18, 2017) -- Fort Lee family members experienced military training during the Spouse Combat Challenge May 3 on the grounds near Mifflin Hall.

The Family Readiness Group from Headquarters and Headquarters Company, CASCOM, hosted the event to promote teamwork, camaraderie, and appreciation for the sustainment community mission among the families.

Throughout the day, participants worked together in four-person teams to complete weapons physical readiness training; a small arms lane at the Engagement Skills Trainer; parachute packing led by the Quartermaster School rigger instructors; urban land navigation; and a military knowledge board.

Several service members came to cheer on their spouses throughout the competition.

All participants earned a Spouse Combat Challenge completion certificate to commemorate the event.

The winning team took home several prizes, bragging rights, and recognition from HHC, CASCOM leadership.

• Date Taken: 05.18.2017
• Date Posted: 05.18.2017 13:44
• Story ID: 234315
• Location: US