So, about two months ago I started a new gig as an AGR and about a month ago I received PCS orders to Keesler AFB for Tech School. And thus began my journey to the family camp.
Finding the camp? Trust your GPS until you see the signs for the family camp, then trust the signs!
Being the frugal fellow that I've become, even before I go my tech school orders I started talking with guys in the shop about how to do the DITY PCS, and how the process itself worked.
Then I bought a travel trailer for $4000 off of Craigslist, an old Honda 250 Enduro motorcycle, an old Honda 700 watt generator, and loaded up my old 3/4 Ton Suburban (notice a trend yet?) Hooked up trailer and proceeded to drive across the US.
I wish I had pictures to share, the drive itself was beautiful. I went through Moab, for the first time, on the way, and it blew my mind with how uniquely beautiful it was, but I digress...
The Family Camp is surrounded by off-base housing less than 3 miles from the Pass Road Gate.
Back to the Keesler Family Camp. First it is out of the way, located next to an amazing park, Hiller Park, and across the street from direct access to the Back Bay. Bring your boat/kayak/canoe/fishing pole!
The park features lit tennis and basketball courts, a softball complex, a half mile track that circles a community garden, not to mention the ponds and fishing access.
That is to the North and East of the camp, but less than a block from the driveway to the camp.
In the neighborhood as well, there are several churches on Pass Road, lots of food, the beach is only about two miles away, and there's a Biloxi City Library Branch right around the corner as well.
If you're coming down for a temp PCS school or your family is staying behind for a while before following you down, don't be afraid to use the family camp as a staging area. It's safe, convienent, and in a great spot.
I'll post pictures soon.
Finding the camp? Trust your GPS until you see the signs for the family camp, then trust the signs!
Being the frugal fellow that I've become, even before I go my tech school orders I started talking with guys in the shop about how to do the DITY PCS, and how the process itself worked.
Then I bought a travel trailer for $4000 off of Craigslist, an old Honda 250 Enduro motorcycle, an old Honda 700 watt generator, and loaded up my old 3/4 Ton Suburban (notice a trend yet?) Hooked up trailer and proceeded to drive across the US.
I wish I had pictures to share, the drive itself was beautiful. I went through Moab, for the first time, on the way, and it blew my mind with how uniquely beautiful it was, but I digress...
The Family Camp is surrounded by off-base housing less than 3 miles from the Pass Road Gate.
Back to the Keesler Family Camp. First it is out of the way, located next to an amazing park, Hiller Park, and across the street from direct access to the Back Bay. Bring your boat/kayak/canoe/fishing pole!
The park features lit tennis and basketball courts, a softball complex, a half mile track that circles a community garden, not to mention the ponds and fishing access.
That is to the North and East of the camp, but less than a block from the driveway to the camp.
In the neighborhood as well, there are several churches on Pass Road, lots of food, the beach is only about two miles away, and there's a Biloxi City Library Branch right around the corner as well.
If you're coming down for a temp PCS school or your family is staying behind for a while before following you down, don't be afraid to use the family camp as a staging area. It's safe, convienent, and in a great spot.
I'll post pictures soon.
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