It starts in January 2020. The qualifying must submit application and pass a background check. The Commissary for sure is charging an extra 1.9% on the credit cards to offset this. Applicants are not eligible for the Military Star Card (credit card for active and retired) so Its advised to use cash or Star card as they are exempt from the surcharges.

Since hunting is not strictly an MWR function, its not known yet if applicants are eligible for the hunting programs. Base lodging will have a stricter preference policy.

Just so you know, the last bottles of Whistle Pig I bought at $45 per bottle, today I checked and they are $75.

I’m not sure what the long term game plan is but facilities seem to be jacking prices up. Security Forces are already recommending putting the BX’s and Commissaries on the perimeter so they don’t have to manage the applicants on base. My understanding is there will be deeper discounts for Star Card Holders which will bring the price down to pre-this deal.

The state you live in really will determine whether its a good deal or not. Here in Texas with stores like HEB and no tax, its cheaper off base hands down. Most big box liquor stores are about the same price too because they give a military and a cash discount.

Last edited by JohnnyLoco; 12/18/19 01:32 PM.