Library

Get to know the Army general libraries. You will find something for soldiers and families in all locations and military stages. There are 62 libraries across seven countries with physical collections in all formats. They support professional, educational and recreational reading.

Installation libraries play an important role for soldiers. They offer technical publications to support job requirements and career development. Soldiers can earn college degrees and certifications, update promotion packages, prepare for transition or retirement and more. Computers are available for completing training or personal education.

These libraries are also a “community couch” with programming, study and meeting spaces. There is something for everyone, including book clubs, story times and walks, game and movie nights. A themed summer reading program provides family fun. Evening and weekend hours accommodate busy schedules.

Makerspaces are now available in many Army libraries. All ages can explore and enjoy science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics.

Soldiers and their dependents who are deployed or in remote locations can use the Army MWR Library Online. It offers a wide variety of electronic databases and downloadable content. Contact your installation library for questions about registration. If you’re not near an installation library, contact usarmy.mwr.library@mail.mil.

All Defense Department service members and their families can also use the online DOD MWR Libraries. The libraries have a wide range of online resources for children and adults. Access free tutoring, finance and language classes, career transition assistance, car care advice, legal forms and much more. Visit Military OneSource today to see what the DOD MWR Libraries can do for you and your family.

ARTS AND CRAFTS

Hours of Operation
Monday	Closed.
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	Closed
Thursday	Closed
Friday	Closed
Saturday	11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday	Closed

 

6918 Warren Dr.
Tel: +1 (785)239-9205

Facility Features: 

• wood shop (closed until further notice)
• framing and matting studio
• ceramic studio 
• general crafting area
• retail shop
• custom services
• Victory Wellness Activities

Custom Services:

• Professional matting and framing
• Engraving Shop
• Laser Engraver
• Ceramic Shop 

Retail Shop:

• woodworking supplies
• mats and frames
• ceramic paints
• pottery clay
• stained glass supplies
• quilting and sewing supplies (excluding fabric)
• DMC floss
• engraving metal

Gifts:

• coin holders
• flag holders
• shadow box frames
• desk nameplates
• and lots more!

https://riley.armymwr.com/programs/arts-crafts

 

AUTO

Automotive Skills Center

 

Hours of Operation
Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	11:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Thursday	11:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Friday	11:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Saturday	9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday	9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Training Holidays	9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Federal Holidays	Closed

 

7753 Apennines Dr.

Tel: +1 (785) 239-9764

Facility Features

• 15 suspension lift bays
•  A 12,000-pound lift bay that supports the tires
• Complete tool room
• Complete tool sets with roll-around benches
• Paint booth
• Engine rebuild shop
• Machine shop
• Inline fuel filter removal bay
• Body shop
• ALLDATA reference library
• Mac Mentor
• Auto parts store
• Trained mechanics available for assistance and advice

Services:

• Overnight parking
• Tire mounting, balancing, and repair
• Engine computer monitor
• AC service
• Brake drums and rotors turned
• Hydraulic press
• Welding services
• Flywheel grinding
• McPherson strut replacement
• Broken bolt removal
• Pack wheel bearings
• Engine rebuilding services
• Ball joint installation and removal
• Fuel injector cleaning
• Valve grinding

Basic Safety and Lift Training Classes:

• Held Wednesday-Friday at 6-7 p.m. and Sunday at 10 a.m.
• Required to use the Automotive Skills Center
• DoD ID card holders
• Free registration

The Wrecker Service will tow your vehicle to the Auto Skills Center from anywhere within a 40-mile radius.

Wrecker Service Hours of Operation

• Wednesday-Friday: 11:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
• Saturday-Sunday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

 

Car Wash

Open 24 hours/7 days a week

Located adjacent to the Automotive Skills Center
7756 Apennines Dr. 

Car Wash Features:

• 8 separate car wash bay areas 
• Power washers
• Vacuum cleaners
• Wax and drying area
• Change machine

Cash only - no credit/debit cards accepted.

 

POV Resale Lot

2210 Trooper Dr.

Tel: +1 (785)239-2363

POV Resale Lot Cost

• $15 per month

Registration Information

• Register your POV at the Outdoor Recreation Center, located at 1806 Buffalo Soldier Dr. Bring the following information:
  • Proof of ownership
  • Poof of insurance
  • DoD ID card

Limitations:

• Boats and RVs may be displayed for a maximum of two months

 

RV Storage Lot

2210 Trooper Dr.

Tel: +1 (785)239-2363

 Facility Features

• Multiple lot sizes
• 24-hour access
• Open to active-duty military and their family members, Reserve Component personnel, DoD civilians and DoD retirees

Pricing

• 19-33' lot: $16 per month
• 40' lot: $36 per month
• Fees paid in 6-month increments

Registration Information

• Register your POV at the Outdoor Recreation Center, located at 1806 Buffalo Soldier Dr. Bring the following information:
  • Proof of ownership
  • Proof of insurance
  • DoD ID card

Limitations

• No automobiles or ATVs may be stored in the RV Storage Lot

https://riley.armymwr.com/programs/automotive

 

RECREATION

Parks

There are four parks comprising the Fort Riley Outdoor Recreation park system, each with different features and facilities. They're all great places for birthday parties, special events, or just a day of family fun and relaxation. Rent pavilions from the Outdoor Recreation Center.

• McCormick Park
• Wyman Park
• Moon Lake Park
• Fort Riley Marina

https://riley.armymwr.com/programs/parks

 

Outdoor Adventure Park

5202 Normandy Drive

Tel: +1 (785)239-2363

 Open Access Pass: Available daily during business hours

• One-day pass: $5
• Monthly Pass
  • Family: $45
  • Single: $20
• Includes access to footgolf, disc golf, archery, putting green and fitness paths 
• Equipment rental: $2
• Paintball: $30
  • Includes equipment, one bag of paint, field access
• Available for individuals and groups of fewer than 7

Set schedule events: Saturday-Sunday

• Zipline: $14
• Family Ropes Course: $5

 

Hunting and Fishing

Stop by Outdoor Recreation to learn about hunting, fishing and ATV opportunities on Fort Riley, or visit these informational links:

• Hunting and Trapping on Fort Riley
• Fishing on Fort Riley
• Fuelwood Cutting
• Interactive Fort Riley Outdoor Recreation Map
• ATV Area Map
• ATV-Dirt Bike Operations Guide

 

Driving Range

Our six-lane driving range is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Purchase tokens at the food and beverage counter during lunch, and buy range balls on the range, no matter what time of day! Range tokens cost $3 each. 

 

Skeet and Trap Range

Range 34

Vinton School Road

Tel: +1 (785)239-9058

Range policies

• Only 7 1/2, 8, 8 1/2 or 9 shot ammunition may be used
• Personal firearms must be registered on post
• Ages 12-18 must be accompanied by parent/guardian

Pricing

• Skeet or Trap: $5.50 per round (25 clays)
• Ammunition: Market price
  • 12-gauge, 20-gauge, 28-gauge and .410 available
• No fees for use of range guns, vests, and eye and ear protection

 https://riley.armymwr.com/programs/skeet-and-trap-range

 

Paintball

Outdoor Recreation Center

1806 Buffalo Soldier Dr. 

 Tel: +1 (785)239-2363

 Facility Details

• Open by appointment only
• Must have a minimum of 8 players
• Non-refundable $104 deposit required for reservation
• House paint must be used
• Rental markers and masks available

Pricing

• $13 per person: Rental markers, masks and 200 rounds of paint included
• $10 per person field fee: Personal equipment used, includes 200 round of paint
• $37: 2,000-round box of paint 

https://riley.armymwr.com/programs/paintball

 

Warrior Adventure Quest

Warrior Adventure Quest (WAQ) is an Army RESET training tool designed to introduce Soldiers to activities that serve as alternatives to aberrant behaviors often associated with accidents involving recently re-deployed Soldiers. This tool presents coping outlets to help Soldiers realize their own new level of normal after deployment and "move on" with their lives.

WAQ combines existing MWR Outdoor Recreation high adventure activities (e.g. rock climbing, mountain biking, paintball, ropes courses, skiing, zip lines, kayaking, and others) with a leader-led after action debriefing (L-LAAD) tool developed by Army Medical Department (AMEDD) center and school. 

https://riley.armymwr.com/programs/warrior-adventure-quest

 

Aquatics

Facilities

• Custer Hill Aquatic Park
• Eyster Pool
• Long Training Pool

Aquatic Fitness Programs

• BOGA Fit: Make a splash with BOGA Fit! Get in a great advanced cardio workout on secured floating mats located in 4-5 feet of water. Classes limited to 12 mats; spaces available on a first-come, first-served basis.
• YOGA Fit: Make a splash with YOGA Fit! Enjoy an intro to yoga workout on secured floating mats located in 4-5 feet of water. Classes limited to 12 mats; spaces available on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Fee: $3 per class or $25 for a 10-class pass

Aquatics Programs

• Lap swim
• Aquatics instruction
• Private and semi-private swim lessons
• Pool parties

https://riley.armymwr.com/programs/aquatics

 

Custer Hill Bowling Center

7485 Normandy Dr. 

Tel: +1 (785)239-4366

Facility Features

• 24 lanes with Qubica AMF BESx scoring systems
• Full-service snack bar
• Party room
• Special group rates and promotional pricing

Custer Hill Bowling Center is great for:

• Birthday parties
• Unit functions
• FRG functions and fundraisers

https://riley.armymwr.com/programs/bowling

 

SPORTS AND FITNESS

Mission Essential Fitness

Simply put, Mission Essential Fitness is the training required to condition Soldiers to perform their mission, in Garrison as well as any operational environment.

A U.S. Army Soldier is required to have a high level of fitness, capable of performing a multitude of physical tasks, involving power, strength, speed, and agility. Mission Essential Fitness incorporates all of these fitness components to train Soldiers as tactical athletes both aerobically and anaerobically.

Mission Essential fitness builds physical readiness and resiliency by providing Soldiers with functional training for the tactical athlete. 

Training goals vary throughout the year and, with that, so do the training routines offered. Routines are scalable to fit any fitness level.

Unit PT Reservations

Craig Fitness Center

• Units lead PT sessions
• Reservations accommodate up to 30 Soldiers
• Offered Monday-Friday from 6:30-7:30 a.m.
• For reservations, call Craig Fitness Center at +1 (785)239-5562

Leonard Fitness Center

• Units lead PT sessions
• Reservations accommodate up to 30 Soldiers
• Offered Monday-Friday from 6:30-7:30 a.m.
• For reservations, call Leonard Fitness Center at +1 (785)239-5771

Robinson Fitness Center

• Units lead PT sessions
• Reservations accommodate up to 30 Soldiers
• Offered Monday-Friday from 6:30-7:30 a.m.
• For reservations, call Robinson Fitness Center at +1 (785)239-4480

 https://riley.armymwr.com/programs/mission-essential-fitness

 

Group Fitness and Personal Trainers

Fort Riley's Fitness Department offers a wide variety of group fitness classes and instructional program to help you meet your fitness goals. 

• Indoor Cycling
• Yoga
• BodyPump
• Zumba
• Core
• Pilates
• Mixxedfit
• Piyo

Classes are offered at Whitside Fitness Center and King Field House.

Our personal trainers offer custom-designed workout programs for patrons of all fitness levels. These certified trainers specialize in specialties ranging from weight loss and endurance training to injury rehab and restorative yoga. For more information, call +1 (785)239-2573.

https://riley.armymwr.com/programs/group-fitness-and-personal-trainers

 

Physical Fitness Centers

Fort Riley features six physical fitness centers, all designed to cater to your fitness needs. From historic King Field House to the modern design of Whitside Fitness Center, our physical fitness centers feature top-of-the-line equipment and programs designed to offer what you need to stay in shape and be healthy. 

All facilities offer cardio and weight equipment. Some facilities have unique features, including:

• King Field House offers a family-friendly fitness room, designed to let you bring your children with you while you work out, along with racquetball courts and a sauna.
• Whitside Fitness Center features an indoor running track and a climbing wall with an auto-belay system, and is home to our Group Fitness program.
• Long Fitness Center features an outdoor track and sports fields, and indoor training pool for unit PT and drown-proofing. Long also offers racquetball courts.
• Craig Fitness Center is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The facility offers cardio and strength training equipment, as well as functional fitness equipment.

 https://riley.armymwr.com/programs/physical-fitness-centers

 

Intramural Sports

Intramural Sports builds readiness and resiliency through friendly competition. It's a great way to increase morale and esprit d' corps!

Intramural Sports Leagues are open to company-level teams of active-duty Soldiers only. Participation in these leagues qualifies units for Commander's Cup points.

Community Life Leagues are open to all DoD ID card holders ages 18+. Some leagues may qualify for Commander's Cup points, for active-duty teams only.

https://riley.armymwr.com/programs/intramural-sports

 

EVENTS

Riley Conference Center

 446 Seitz Dr.

 Tel: +1 (785)784-1000

 

Hours of Operation
Monday	By appointment only
Tuesday	8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Wednesday	8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Thursday	8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday	8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday	Open for scheduled events
Sunday	Open for scheduled events

 

Riley’s Conference Center is a premiere hospitality facility offering an unparalleled experience for our military and surrounding communities. It's an ideal location to host your next event. Our catering staff will be happy to design a special menu customized for your event.

Your first choice for:

• Meetings and seminars
• Pre-deployment and redeployment briefings and fairs
• Military balls
• Changes of Command
• Hail and Farewells
• Dinings-In and Dinings-Out
• Banquets and receptions
• Retreats
• Holiday parties
• Fundraising events
• Weddings

 https://riley.armymwr.com/programs/rileys-conference-center

 

COMMUNITY

Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS)

7867 Normandy Dr.

Tel: +1 (785)239-2677

Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) is a dynamic Department of the Army program. Participants enhance their quality of life, contribute to their community through community service activities, and assist in the planning and execution of their own recreation and leisure events.

BOSS makes a difference by volunteering in community projects and events. This is always voluntary in nature, and Soldiers find this to be personally rewarding.

Fun activities are planned by the BOSS council working in conjunction with the Family and MWR Advisor and Command Sergeant Major. These events are geared towards the desires of the Single Soldiers on that installation.

https://riley.armymwr.com/programs/boss

 

Animal Shelter and Adoption Center

224 Custer Avenue

Tel: +1 (785)239-6183

See Facebook Page for adoptable pets

 

Fort Riley Post Library

5306 Hood Dr.

Tel: +1 (785)239-5305

Offering:

• Books (of course!)
• Audiobooks on CD 
• DVD movies and TV shows
• Video games for multiple platforms, including PS4, XBox 360, XBox One and Wii
• Free ebook downloads and other online resources
• Combined Arms Research Library required military reading
• ASVAB, AFAST and GED exams
• Faith and Family collection
• Monthly family movie nights
• Monthly theme parties
• Proctored Test
• Computer Labs

Library services are available to all DoD ID card holders.

Lending period

• Books may be checked out for 21 days
• Video games may be checked out for 7 days
• Videos may be checked out for 7 days
• Item limits
  • A maximum of 20 items may be checked out at one time.
    • Maximum of 3 movies
    • Maximum of 2 video games

https://riley.armymwr.com/programs/fort-riley-library

 

TRAVEL AND LODGING

Leisure Travel Center

5202 Normandy Drive

Tel: +1 (785)239-5614

Programs and Services

Armed Forces Vacation Club 
You can enjoy resort accommodations for two to six people for less than you pay for most hotels!  Reserve a week for only $349 at a wide variety of great destination (as close as Branson, Mo).  Don’t forget to mention your Installation Number.  It confirms eligibility and gives commission credit to your local MWR. Fort Riley is Installation #94.

https://riley.armymwr.com/programs/travel

• Attractions tickets
• Cruise bookings
• All-inclusive resort vacations
• Vacation planning
• Tourism information
• Commercial travel assistance
• Passport and visas assistance