Equipment Rental
Outdoor Recreation Operation Center offers a wide range of recreational equipment for a small service charge to all active-duty military, retired military, reservists, civilian employees, and family members 18 years of age or older. Campers and camping equipment, picnic gear, sporting equipment, outdoor games, bicycles, and other recreational supplies are available for rent. For a complete listing and prices, please see our current price list, available in the Outdoor Rec
Available Rentals
Driving Range
Interested in the driving range? Tokens for the ball machines can be purchased at Outdoor Recreation for $5. Clubs can also be rented for a $10 deposit and $10 payment.
Fishing
Fishing is available on Seymour Johnson AFB for all of our outdoor enthusiasts. A permit is necessary to partake in this leisure sport.
Fishing Permits
Fishers over the age of 16 will need a North Carolina Fishing License which can be found here. Children 15 and under do not need a license as long as they are accompanied by an adult who has one.
Hunting
SJAFB has four large, private, and enclosed hunting areas equipped with elevated tree stands. Game permitted for hunting and harvesting (during appropriate seasons) are whitetail deer, feral hogs, coyote, and turkeys. Hunters may use shotguns, muzzle-loading rifles, muskets, or bows as permitted.
2023-2024 Coyote and Feral Hog Hunting Season
September 1, 2023 – August 31, 2024
2023-2024 Deer Hunting Season
September 9,2023 – January 1, 2024*
2024 Turkey Hunting Season
April 6 – May 11, 2024*
*Hunting method and date restrictions apply; contact Outdoor Rec for more information.
Requirements for hunting on SJAFB:
- Review the 2023-2024 Hunting Program Brief
- Complete and pass the 2023 Annual Sportsman’s Test
- Hunters must score 18 points or higher to pass the 2023 Annual Sportsman’s Test. If a hunter scores less than 18 points, they may select “Edit Response” to retake the test until they receive a passing score.
- Once you’ve passed the 2023 Annual Sportsman’s Test, bring the following documentation with you to Outdoor Recreation to receive your SJAFB Outdoor Recreation Annual Sportsman Card:
- DOD ID Card
- North Carolina Big Game Hunting License
- Proof of Completion: Hunters Education Training Course (hunteredcourse.com/northcarolina/)
- Payment Method for $10 Sportsman’s Card Fee
How to sign up for a hunting area:
- Check availability here: SJAFB Hunting Calendar | Teamup
- Contact Outdoor Recreation to reserve your hunting area!
- Reservations can be made up to one week in advance, hunters can reserve each hunting area once per week.
- The daily reservation fee for each hunting area is $5.
- You MUST be a SJAFB Outdoor Recreation Annual Sportsman Card holder to reserve a hunting area.
ITT
SJAFB’s Information, Tickets, & Travel program offers a variety of discounted tickets and information. Discounted tickets may include places like Disney World, Universal Studios, and much more! Purchasing tickets through Outdoor Rec can SAVE you MONEY! For ticket availability and more information, please call or stop by.
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FamCamp
The Seymour Johnson AFB FamCamp is surrounded by heavily forested areas and tucked far enough away from the hustle and bustle of the base to ensure quiet relaxation, but close enough that several key support facilities and parks are within easy walking distance. Open year-round, the facility features 16 concrete parking pads, a gravel overflow area, a dump station, bathhouses, laundry, picnic tables, grills, handicapped accessibility, and area lighting.
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RV Storage
Outdoor Recreation manages the RV storage lot on base.
RV Storage
Near the intersection of Collier and Goodson St.
$25 per month if you reside on base
$35 per month if you reside off base
To request a space in the RV Storage lot, please complete and return the RV Storage Registration and Agreement to 4FSS.FSWO.Forms@us.af.mil, along with a copy of your vehicle’s registration, insurance, and proof of address
Pool
The Olympic pool features an awesome water slide, certified lifeguards, a bathhouse, and a concession stand. Lap swim is also available for those 18 and older. Make sure to stop by during open months to make a splash!
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Debden Park
Debden Park, located across the street from the Fitness Center, is a venue for larger groups. Although there is a playground, workout structure, splash pad, and volleyball court, these are not included in rental and everyone has access to those. The rental only covers the pavilion. There is a $50 cleaning deposit.
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Kimpo Park
Kimpo Park, located on Lyster Street near the base clinic, is a smaller venue with lots of open space, playground, and basketball court across the street. It has a pavilion with picnic tables. There is a $50 cleaning deposit.
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Log Cabin
Warrior Pines is a multipurpose recreational facility, available for hosting special events. The rental fee is $60 per day with a $50 cleaning deposit. The log cabin holds up to 40 people and has couches and chairs, a full-size refrigerator, and a sink inside. There is a pavilion outside with seating.
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Compass Cafe
The Compass Cafe is available outside of normal operating hours for your special event. There is a $50 depost and $100 rental fee for 1-4 hours, plus $25 for any additional hours. Tables and chairs are included. No outside food; catering is available from Compass Cafe.
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