8TH ARMY (SOUTH KOREA) NEWCOMERS WEBSITE
Soldiers and Families identified to PCS to Korea are highly encouraged to visit 8th Army's Newcomers section on the Official Home Page of the Eighth Army http://8tharmy.korea.army.mil/site/newcomers/. The Korean peninsula has undergone major transformations and this website is designed to assist Soldiers and Families with a before travel and in-processing guide. This website also serves as an online One-Stop where personnel can connect and learn about the programs and services offered in their future community.
https://www.milsuite.mil/book/docs/DOC-641181
Category: Other Family Resources, In-processing, Sponsorship, Other Installation Resources
Population: Retirees, Family Members, Service Members, Civilian Personnel
Cost: Free
Phone: N/A
Resource Provider: Ready and Resilient (R2)
Last Updated: 4/10/2024
AAFES Taxi
The exchange taxi dispatching services offers you with fast and friendly taxi dispatching. Their goal is to make you satisfied with the automatic dispatching system.
Category: Other Installation Resources
Population: Family Members, Civilian Personnel, Retirees, Service Members
When: 0500-0100 Daily
Cost: Varies, but will include a 1,000 won dispatching fee per taxi
Phone: From Mobile Phone: 1544-9080. From DSN at Humphreys & Osan: 99-663-4121
Resource Provider: Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES)
Last Updated: 4/10/2024
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
AA meetings for the Camp Humphreys & Osan AB Communities.
Camp Humphreys AA
Contact Steve
C: 010.3271.0621
Email: s_colonna@hotmail.com
Osan AFB AA
Contact Mr. David Brittain
C: +82-010-8354-1576
Email: dabrittain23@gmail.com
Category: Other Installation Resources, Alcohol Abuse
Population: Service Members, Family Members, Civilian Personnel, Retirees
When: Camp Humphreys In-Person: Monday, Wednesday, Fridays
Where: Camp Humphreys, Building 696 (Freedom Chapel Annex), Room 120, Sentury Village
Cost: Free
Phone: For questions about other AA meetings in the area: Commercial: 02-319-5861
Email: Regional Email: aainkorea@gmail.com
Resource Provider: Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP)
Last Updated: 8/10/2023
Army Emergency Relief
Army Emergency Relief (AER) provides financial assistance to active duty Soldiers, Family members, and retirees during times of valid emergency need. AER provides interest-free loans, grants, or a combination of both to those who qualify for financial assistance. Areas of assistance may include: non-receipt of pay or allowance, lack of basic necessities, payments for initial rent, to prevent eviction, mortgage payments, foreclosures, or utilities, and travel expenses for emergency leave. For AER assistance after duty hours, contact the American Red Cross.
Category: Other Family Resources, Other Installation Resources
Population: Service Members, Family Members, Retirees
Cost: 0
Phone: DSN: 315-757-2363
Resource Provider: Army Community Service (ACS)
Last Updated: 4/7/2024
Army Substance Abuse Program
Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP) offers the following Services:Substance Abuse Prevention/Awareness Training, Unit Risk Inventory(URI) Surveys, Suicide Prevention Training and MRT Training, The Drug Testing Program Offers UPL certification/recertification courses, and Civilian Random and Pre-employment Testing. ASAP also offers Employee Assistant Program (EAP) Services, such as assessments, referrals, short term counseling services, as well as EAP and ASAP education to family members and civilians ages 18 and up.
Category: Other Installation Resources, Alcohol Abuse, Drug and Substance Abuse, Suicide and Self-Harm, Other Behavioral Health Resources
Population: Civilian Personnel, Family Members, Retirees
When: Mon-Fri: 0730-1630
Where: Building 544 (3RD Floor)
Cost: Free
Phone: (DSN) 755-1089
Resource Provider: Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP)
Last Updated: 4/7/2024
Arts and Crafts Center
Whether you’re a novice or expert, the USAG Humphreys Arts and Crafts Center staff can help you uncover or enhance your artistic talents. The center offers a variety of classes for users of all ages, custom professional framing, painting events, do-it-yourself studio hours, group events and birthday parties. Services provided include: • Custom Painting • Object Repair (PCS damaged items such as broken frames, glass, statues, etc.) • Helium Balloons and Gas Charging • Heating Sublimination (Custom mugs, mouse pads and tiles) • Matting and Framing • Quilt Stitching ◦ The Quilting Lab has a longarm quilt stitch machine that will give your quilts stitching in beautiful patterns. Available for free quotes! Don't forget to bring us your quilt as a separate top and back (your backing must be larger than the top, preferably 10 inches). Also ensure that the edges of your back are straight to help the loading process. The Quilting Lab also offers the Foundation of Sewing and other sewing classes.
Category: Arts and Crafts, Other Recreation Resources, Other Installation Resources
Population: Service Members, Family Members, Civilian Personnel, Retirees
Cost: Varies
Resource Provider: Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR)
Last Updated: 4/8/2024
Child and Youth Services (CYS)
Child & Youth Services (CYS) recognizes the challenges of our Soldiers and their Families. By offering quality programs for children, youth and students, CYS supports the Army Family by reducing the conflict between mission readiness and parental responsibility.
Category: Other Family Resources, Other Installation Resources
Population: Service Members, Family Members, Civilian Personnel, Retirees
Cost: 0
Resource Provider: Child Youth and School Services (CYSS)
Last Updated: 5/9/2023
Commercial Travel Office (CTO)
The Camp Humphreys Commercial Travel Office assists Soldiers and civilians with booking their Official Travel, for the purpose of PCS, Emergency Leave, TDY, retirement, etc.
Category: Other Employment Resources, Other Installation Resources
Population: Civilian Personnel, Service Members, Family Members
Cost: 0
Resource Provider: Other Military Service Provider
Last Updated: 5/10/2023
Cowan Post Office (Bldg. 6809)
United States Postal Service. This post office is located near Sitman Gym. See official website for more information. Located near Sitman Gym.
Category: Other Installation Resources
Population: Service Members, Family Members, Civilian Personnel, Retirees
Cost: Varies
Resource Provider: Other Government Agencies
Last Updated: 4/8/2024
Downtown Lanes Bowling Center
Reignite friendly rivalries, enjoy full-throttle laughs and get your bowling on at the Downtown Lanes Bowling Center, a lively entertainment and recreation venue outfitted with state-of-the-art Brunswick equipment. This facility features 36 traditional lanes, a pro shop, game room, part rooms, snack bar, lounge and full-service bar.
Category: Other Recreation Resources, Sports - Adult, Sports - Youth, Other Installation Resources
Population: Service Members, Family Members, Civilian Personnel, Retirees
Cost: Varies
Resource Provider: Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR)
Last Updated: 4/8/2024
Downtown Recreation Center
The Downtown Recreation Center, located in the Downtown Plaza and features many recreational activities such as billiard tables, table tennis, computers, conference room, gaming systems, TVs, music rooms, birthday party rooms and more!
Category: Other Installation Resources, Other Recreation Resources
Population: Service Members, Family Members, Civilian Personnel, Retirees
Cost: Free
Resource Provider: Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR)
Last Updated: 4/8/2024
Family Life Center
We aim to provide people a sense of mental stability by giving counsel. Anyone who need spiritual or sympathetic support would be restored through the good experience here.
Category: Ministry, Pastoral Counseling, Religious Community Groups, Religious Education, Worship Services, Other Social and Spiritual Resources, Other Installation Resources, Other Behavioral Health Resources
Population: Service Members, Family Members, Civilian Personnel, Retirees
When: Mon-Fri : 0900-1700
Where: Bldg. 696 (Next to Freedom Chapel)
Cost: Free
Phone: Chaplain (DSN : 757-3317, from CEL : 0503-357-3317) KATUSA (DSN : 756-3623, from CEL : 0503-356-3623)
Resource Provider: Religious Support Office (RSO)
Last Updated: 11/29/2023
Flightline Tap Room
Experience this modern music and entertainment venue, unlike any other facility on-post, conveniently located across the street from the walkthrough gate. The Flightline Tap Room is the perfect spot for after-work socials, group outings and special events. We're the perfect place to end your workday and start your weekend. You don't have to go off-post to have a good time! Tuesday evening Bingo at 1800, Thursday Karaoke at 1800.
Category: Other Installation Resources, Other Recreation Resources
Population: Service Members, Family Members, Civilian Personnel, Retirees
Cost: Varies
Resource Provider: Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR)
Last Updated: 4/8/2024
Housing Division
Housing is located in LTG Timothy J. Maude Hall (Bldg. 6400) on the 3rd Floor and is your point of contact for all housing related matters.
Category: Housing and Temporary Lodging, Other Family Resources, Other Installation Resources
Population: Service Members, Family Members
Cost: Varies
Phone: DSN: 757-2647; Maintenance: 756-4357; Hotline (Life, Health and Saftey): 756-6068
Resource Provider: Housing Office or Service
Last Updated: 4/10/2024
Humphreys Army Lodging
Humphreys Lodge, part of the Army Lodging Hospitality Program, is available for official and leisure travel for Department of Defense travelers on official business as well as military members and their Families and Retirees. Military personnel on orders must receive a Certificate or Statement of Non-Availability from Humphreys Lodge prior to staying in an off-post hotel in order to be reimbursed for lodging expenses. Amenities include laundry facilities, continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi, microwave and refrigerator, and built-in kitchen (suites). Additionally, Pet friendly rooms are available (additional fees may apply). Reservations can be made 24/7 by contacting the Humphreys Lodge or using the Army Lodging website.
Category: Other Installation Resources, Housing and Temporary Lodging, Other Relocation Resources
Population: Service Members, Family Members, Retirees, Civilian Personnel
Cost: 0
Phone: From USA: 011-82-31-692-0825; From DSN: 315-755-0233
Resource Provider: Army Lodging
Last Updated: 4/8/2024
Humphreys West Elementary School
Humphreys West Elementary School serves students in SureStart, and Kindergarten through 4th grade.
Category: Other Installation Resources
Population: Civilian Personnel, Service Members, Family Members, Retirees
Intended for: School aged children - Proper documentation required.
When: Monday-Friday - Office Hours: 7:00am-4:00pm; Student Hours: 7:30am-1 :50pm Tuesday: 7:30am-1250pm
Where: BLDG. 5420
Cost: Free
Phone: DSN: 757-2127; COMM: 050-3357-2127
Email: PAC_HumphreysWestES_Registrar@dodea.edu
Resource Provider: School or Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA)
Last Updated: 4/25/2023
Leisure Travel Services (Discover Seoul)
Explore Korea with Discover Seoul. Day trips and discounted tickets to attractions in Korea (e.g., Lotte World, Everland, COEX, Aquarium, Carribbean Bay, etc.) can be purchased through here.
Category: Other Installation Resources, Other Recreation Resources
Population: Service Members, Family Members, Civilian Personnel, Retirees
Cost: Varies
Resource Provider: Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR)
Last Updated: 5/10/2023
Main Post Office (Bldg. 5730)
United States Postal Service. This is the main post office, located near the main PX, in the Downtown Plaza area.
Category: Other Installation Resources
Population: Service Members, Family Members, Retirees, Civilian Personnel
Cost: Varies.
Resource Provider: Other Government Agencies
Last Updated: 4/8/2024
Morning Calm Center (MCC)
A large conferencing and catering center available for community members to reserve rooms for a variety of functions.
Category: Other Recreation Resources, Other Installation Resources
Population: Civilian Personnel, Family Members, Retirees, Service Members
Cost: Varies
Resource Provider: Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR)
Last Updated: 4/8/2024
Morning Calm Post Office (Bldg. 727)
United States postal Service. This post office is located near the Morning Calm Center (Sentry Village Area).
Category: Other Installation Resources
Population: Service Members, Family Members, Civilian Personnel, Retirees
Cost: Varies
Resource Provider: Other Government Agencies
Last Updated: 7/23/2023
Outdoor Recreation
Outdoor Recreation offers adventure programming, Warrior Adventure Quest, cultural and family programs, recreation equipment rental, facility rentals, and special event support. Additionally, Outdoor Recreation provides garden plot rentals from March through the end of October; special rates apply to the winter season. This is co-located with the Community Activity Center.
Category: Other Recreation Resources, Outdoor Recreation, Other Installation Resources
Population: Service Members, Family Members, Civilian Personnel, Retirees
Cost: Varies
Resource Provider: Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR)
Last Updated: 4/8/2024
Pet Care (The First Class Pet)
Brand new facility opened in 2022. Offers dog, cat, and small mammal boarding. Other services include dog grooming, dog self wash station and pet supplies store. For both PCS arrival and departure, offers travel consulation as well as pet airpot taxi services. Located near Collier Field House (Super Gym).
Category: Other Installation Resources
Population: Service Members, Family Members, Civilian Personnel, Retirees
Cost: Varies
Resource Provider: Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR)
Last Updated: 4/8/2024
Retirement Services Office Korea
The Retirement Services Officer (RSO) provides assistance to Soldiers and their Families preparing for and transitioning into retirement, Families of Soldiers who die on active duty, and Retired Soldiers, surviving Spouses and their Families.
The RSO Provides counseling to these groups on their rights, benefits and entitlements.
The RSO Assists with Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) elections.
The RSO Keeps the retiree population informed of law and benefit changes.
The mailing address is:
Retirement Services Office USAG Humphreys Unit 15228 APO AP 96271
Category: Other Military Resources, Other Installation Resources
Population: Retirees
When: Monday - Friday 0800-1530 (0800-1300 Apts. & 1330-1530 Walk-ins)
Where: Bldg. 6400, Room F101
Cost: Free
Phone: DSN 757-4306 / 2097or 0503-357-4306
Email: USARMY.HUMPHREYS.id-pacific.mbx.mpd-rso@army.mil
Resource Provider: Other Military Service Provider
Last Updated: 4/8/2024
River Bend Golf Course
Designed by renowned American Golf Course Architect, Robert Trent Jones II, the River Bend Golf Course (RBGC) is the premier U.S. Military golf course in South Korea.
This Par-72 course features an 18-hole championship golf course, double deck 48-stall driving range, 6-hole practice course, and a full line Pro Shop.
Category: Other Installation Resources, Outdoor Recreation, Sports - Youth, Sports - Adult, Other Recreation Resources
Population: Service Members, Family Members, Retirees, Civilian Personnel
Cost: Varies
Resource Provider: Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR)
Last Updated: 4/8/2024
School Liaison Officer (SLO)
The School Liaison Officer (SLO) assists with school transition support services both to and from Camp Humphreys, installation and school communications, local school information, and homeschool support. Located in Maude Hall (One Stop).
Category: Other Family Resources, Schools K-12, Preschool, Other Installation Resources
Population: Service Members, Family Members, Civilian Personnel, Retirees
Cost: 0
Resource Provider: School Liaison Officer
Last Updated: 4/10/2024
Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention (SHARP)
The Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention Program (SHARP) reinforces the Army's commitment to eliminate incidents of sexual assault through a comprehensive policy that centers on awareness and prevention, training and education, victim advocacy, response, reporting, and accountability. Additionally, the policy promotes sensitive care and confidential reporting for victims of sexual assault and accountability for those who commit these crimes. Individual Sexual Assault Response Coordinators (SARCs) and Victim Advocates (VAs) are assigned to individual units.
Category: Sexual Assault, Other Military Resources, Other Local Emergency Services, Other Installation Resources
Population: Service Members, Family Members, Civilian Personnel
Intended for: Service Members, Civilian Personnel, and Family Members over the age of 18 years of age.
When: Mon-Fri 0900-1700; Sat-Sun & US Holidays: closed.
Where: 8A SHARP Resource Center, Building 300
Cost: 0
Phone: For SHARP Program Assistance call the 8A 24/7 SHARP Hotline - DSN: 158 or COMM: 050-3363-5700
Resource Provider: Sexual Harassment and Assault Response Prevention (SHARP)
Last Updated: 4/8/2024
SFC Paul R. Smith Youth Center
The Youth Center offers a wide range of programs and activities for children in 6th-12th grade including homework assistance, computer lab, arts and crafts, movie nights, mini-lock-ins, field trips and more. The framework of the Youth Center focuses on four service areas: life skilles, citizenship, and leadership opportunities; arts, recreation, and leisure activities; academic support, mentoring, and intervention services; and sports, fitness, and health options.
Category: Child Health and Development, Other Family Resources, Other Installation Resources
Population: Service Members, Family Members, Civilian Personnel, Retirees
Cost: Varies
Resource Provider: Child Youth and School Services (CYSS)
Last Updated: 5/10/2023
SFC Ray E. Duke Memorial Library
The SFC Ray E. Duke Memorial Library offers designated quiet study areas, WiFi access, commerical internet computers, photocopiers, homeschooling resources, and a paperback swap rack. The library boasts a wide range of E-books, children's books, military professional readings, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, magazines, and newspapers. Direct and inter-library loans are available from Army libraries around Korea.
Category: Libraries, Other Recreation Resources, Other Installation Resources
Population: Service Members, Family Members, Civilian Personnel, Retirees
Cost: Varies
Resource Provider: Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR)
Last Updated: 4/8/2024
SPC Ross A. McGinnis Warrior Zone
The SPC Ross A. McGinnis Warrior Zone is a state-of-the-art high tech recreation facility centered around high-speed gaming options with a large variety of entertainment systems. This Service Member exclusive facility provides customers with a variety of activities and services (PC Gaming, General PC use, Billiards, ping pong, Board games) for all their recreational needs. It's the perfect recreational facility for Service Members and their guest over the age of 18.
Category: Other Installation Resources, Other Recreation Resources
Population: Service Members
Cost: 0
Resource Provider: Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR)
Last Updated: 4/8/2024
Splish and Splash Outdoor Pool *Closed Until 2026/27*
Splish and Splash Outdoor Pool is a water park that features two slide pools, an Olympic-sized pool, kiddie playground pool and three diving boards. It can accommodate over 1,000 people and has sun beds and umbrellas for those looking to relax. The park also features a snack bar and a stage for bands. Additionally, Splish and Splash Outdoor Pool is available to rent for after-hour parties.
Category: Other Installation Resources, Other Recreation Resources, Swimming, Other Social and Spiritual Resources
Population: Service Members, Family Members, Retirees, Civilian Personnel
Intended for: Children under 13 require adult supervision.
When: May-September *Closed Until 2026/27*
Cost: Varies by rank and type of pass (e.g., daily, seasonal/individual, seasonal/family, etc.); visit the website or call for additional information.
Phone: 754-6412
Resource Provider: Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR)
Last Updated: 4/24/2023
Youth Sports and Fitness (YSAF)
Youth Sports and Fitness Programs offers developmentally appropriate opportunities for children and youth to be engaged in individual and team sports, competitions, skill building clinics, and nutrition and health classes that foster development of life-long healthy habits. Youth Sports teams are available for various age groups in Baseball, Soccer, a Youth Running Club, Swimming, Basketball, Wrestling and other sports areas. Camp Humphreys teams play in a league with teams around the peninsula which sometimes requires travel.
Category: Sports - Youth, Physical Fitness, Child Health and Development, Other Family Resources, Other Installation Resources
Population: Service Members, Family Members, Civilian Personnel, Retirees
Cost: Varies
Resource Provider: Child Youth and School Services (CYSS)
Last Updated: 4/8/2024