KAFB News:
Kirtland Air Force Base (KAFB) is celebrating National Police Week May 13-19 to honor law enforcement officers past and present.
In 1962, May 15 was officially designated as Peace Officers Memorial Day by a proclamation signed by President John F. Kennedy. It also designated the week surrounding that date as Police Week. Since then, tens of thousands of survivors and law enforcement officers have gathered to celebrate in areas all around the world.
This year, Kirtland’s Police Week will feature several events that Team Kirtland personnel can participate and compete in.
Schedule of events
Monday, May 13
- Opening Ceremony at Hardin Field at 8 a.m.
- Ruck March starting at Hardin Field at 9 a.m.
Tuesday, May 14
- Golf Tournament starting at 8 a.m. at Kirtland’s Tijeras Arroyo Golf Course.
- Police Week K-9 Competition at Kirtland’s K-9 Kennels.
Wednesday, May 15
- Dining Facility: breakfast from 6-8 a.m. and dinner 4-7 p.m.
Those wishing to eat at the Dining Facility must RSVP via 505.846.1536.
- Bunker 51 Fitness Challenge at the Kirtland’s East Side Gym starting at 11 a.m.
- Police Week K-9 Competition at Kirtland’s K-9 Kennels.
Thursday, May 16
- Bowling Tournament at the Kirtland Bowling Center 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- First Responders Display at Hardin Field 9-11 a.m.
Friday, May 17
- Closing Ceremony at Hardin Field 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
