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Welcome to NAS Whiting Field

See our Welcome Aboard video on YouTube.

Morale, Welfare and Recreation, abbreviated MWR, is a department within the Navy’s Fleet and Family Readiness Program, (N9) and part of the Navy’s base operating support network under the Commander, Naval Installation Command. The NAS Whiting Field MWR program is one of seventeen installation MWR programs within the Southeast Region and we report directly to the Commanding Officer of Naval Air Station Whiting Field.

Take a virtual tour of Airdales Recreation Center!

We provide support and leisure services designed for use by U.S. military personnel (Active, Reserve, Retired), their families, and current DoW civilian employees. We manage Mission Essential, Community Support, and Business Activities and specialize in Fitness, Sports, Recreation, Food and Beverage operations, and Child & Youth programs.

Eligible Patrons include active duty Service Members, Department of War Civilian Employees, Retirees, and members of the National Guard or Reserve (18 years or older). Family Members of the above groups, 18 years or older with a military/Government ID card are also eligible.

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Community Recreation

Family-friendly movies and outings, special events, activities, and more!

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Two burritos filled with grilled chicken, lettuce, tomato, and cucumber on a white plate. Garnished with parsley. Fresh and appetizing.

Dining

Boasting two strategically placed Snack Bars, the Tower Cafe coffee shop...

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Fitness

Fully equipped Fitness and Aquatics Centers along with an energetic Spor...

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SPONSORSHIP & ADVERTISING

MWR can provide your organization with a unique opportunity to market your company and its product and services to an exclusive military population. Both direct advertising opportunities and event sponsorship provide your organization with a full promotional mix to gain exposure and potential market share.

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Moves can be stressful. We’ve gathered some important information for you to ease the transition.

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News

Stay in touch with updates on MWR holiday hours, facility closures and base-wide updates.

Newsletter

Each month MWR sends out an electronic newsletter providing you with events, activities, MWR highlights and more.

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