The Vermont National Guard Family Programs Office provides education, support, and resources through community, state, and federal programs that ensures veterans, service members, and their families have the knowledge and resiliency to support mission readiness and retention. The services and resources provided to our veterans, service members, and their families are to help maintain their physical, emotional, financial, and spiritual health and well-being.

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6/18/2026 7:00 PM Thunder Road w/ MKVT Thunder Road

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MKVT is heading back to Thunder Road!

Join us for an action-packed night of racing, food, and family fun in Barre, VT, open to all military members, veterans, and their families.

DATE: Thursday, June 18, 2026
TIME: 7:00 PM

We’ll have food covered, but be sure to bring noise-canceling headphones for younger race fans. Limited tickets available, first-come, first-served!

Register now to save your spot: www.surveymonkey.com/r/thunderroad2026
Spots fill fast, and registration closes June 11 (or sooner if capacity is reached). Don’t wait!

6/20/2026 Ohana Family Camp 1 Ohana Family Camp

Ohana Family CampOhana Family Camp 1

Time to unplug and reconnect as a family. 

Ohana Family Camp at Lake Fairlee brings military families together for a week filled with outdoor activities, lake time, and meaningful connection. From volleyball and tennis to nature walks and evening gatherings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Session dates:
• June 20–24
• July 4–11

Open to all Vermont military households, regardless of branch or component.

Learn more:

https://alohafoundation.org/ohana-military-camp/

7/4/2026 Ohana Family Camp 2 Ohana Family Camp

Ohana Family Camp 2026Ohana Family Camp 2

Time to unplug and reconnect as a family. 

Ohana Family Camp at Lake Fairlee brings military families together for a week filled with outdoor activities, lake time, and meaningful connection. From volleyball and tennis to nature walks and evening gatherings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Session dates:
• June 20–24
• July 4–11

Open to all Vermont military households, regardless of branch or component.

Learn more:

https://alohafoundation.org/ohana-military-camp/

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