SGM Nicola Felder Retirement Ceremony
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🇺🇸 30 YEARS OF HONOR, SERVICE & DEDICATION 🇺🇸
🎖️ You Are Cordially Invited to the Army Retirement Ceremony of Sergeant Major Nicola M. Felder
From Private to Sergeant Major
After more than 30 years of dedicated service to our great nation, the time has come to close one extraordinary chapter and begin another!
Throughout my Army career, I have been blessed with incredible opportunities, lifelong friendships, amazing leaders, mentors, Soldiers, and teammates who have helped shape my journey.
I would be honored to have my family, friends, fellow Soldiers, colleagues, and everyone who has supported me throughout the years join me as I celebrate this milestone.
🎖️ RETIREMENT CEREMONY DETAILS
📅 Thursday, November 19, 2026
🕒 3:00 PM (Eastern Time)
📍 Cyber Catering and Conference Center
Fort Gordon, Georgia
🎉 More information regarding additional celebrations and activities will follow.
30 YEARS. COUNTLESS MEMORIES. ONE INCREDIBLE JOURNEY. 🇺🇸
Serving was my honor. Leading was my privilege. The people made the journey unforgettable.
🇺🇸 SGM NICOLA M. FELDER’S ARMY RETIREMENT CEREMONY — TRAVEL & VISITOR INFORMATION
For my family and friends traveling to Augusta, Georgia, for my retirement ceremony on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM, here is some helpful information to assist with planning your trip!
✈️ AIRPORT OPTIONS
• Augusta Regional Airport (AGS) — approximately 20–30 minutes from Fort Gordon.
• Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), South Carolina — approximately 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 40 minutes away.
• Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) — approximately 2.5–3.25 hours away.
Rental cars are recommended, particularly for those flying into Columbia or Atlanta.
🏨 RECOMMENDED HOTELS
All three are conveniently located near Fort Gordon.
1. Homewood Suites by Hilton Augusta Gordon Highway
312 Timbercreek Lane, Augusta, GA 30909
706-828-1260
2. Hampton Inn Augusta Fort Gordon
306 Timbercreek Lane, Augusta, GA 30909
706-396-5500
3. Fairfield Inn & Suites Augusta Fort Eisenhower Area
2175 Gordon Highway, Augusta, GA 30909
706-733-2121
🏨 ADDITIONAL HOTEL RECOMMENDATIONS — GROVETOWN, GA
⭐ Home2 Suites by Hilton Grovetown Augusta Area
📍 903 Husk Box Way, Grovetown, GA 30813
📞 706-251-9100
⭐ avid hotel Augusta W – Grovetown
📍 900 Husk Box Way, Grovetown, GA 30813
📞 706-364-7701
⭐ Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Grovetown
📍 893 Husk Box Way, Grovetown, GA 30813
📞 762-377-8150
Please contact the hotels directly for availability and rates.
🇺🇸 Looking forward to celebrating over 30 years of Army service with you!
Please contact the hotels directly for room availability and current rates. I recommend arriving Wednesday, November 18, if traveling from out of town.
🪪 IMPORTANT — FORT GORDON ACCESS REQUIREMENTS
If you do not have a DoD-issued identification card, you must complete the Fort Gordon visitor access process.
All adults age 18 and older requiring unescorted installation access must undergo a background check and obtain visitor access approval.
PRE-REGISTER ONLINE HERE:
https://pass.aie.army.mil/steps/branch_selection
When registering:
• Select Army and Fort Gordon, Georgia.
• Select Visitor Pass.
• Provide your identifying information and driver’s license, state ID, or passport information as requested.
• Select Ceremony as your reason for visiting, if available.
• Enter November 19, 2026, as your visit date.
• Provide your mobile number for notification.
Please complete this process well in advance of the ceremony.
Bring the same identification used to register. A REAL ID-compliant identification card is recommended; check with the Visitor Control Center if you need to use alternative documents.
ALL NON-DOD VISITORS SHOULD USE GATE 6 ON GORDON HIGHWAY.
Visitor Control Center: 706-791-3071
📍 CEREMONY LOCATION
Cyber Conference & Catering Center
Building 18400, 19th Street
Fort Gordon, GA 30905
📅 Thursday, November 19, 2026
🕒 3:00 PM Eastern
Please allow additional time for gate security and parking. I recommend arriving at the installation no later than 2:00 PM, especially if you have not visited Fort Gordon before.
For directions, enter “Fort Gordon Gate 6” into your navigation app first, then follow installation directions to the Cyber Conference & Catering Center.
❤️ Thank you for making the trip to celebrate this special milestone with me! Your love, friendship, and support throughout these 30 years have meant more than words can express.
More information to follow! 🇺🇸
🎖️ You Are Cordially Invited to the Army Retirement Ceremony of Sergeant Major Nicola M. Felder
From Private to Sergeant Major
After more than 30 years of dedicated service to our great nation, the time has come to close one extraordinary chapter and begin another!
Throughout my Army career, I have been blessed with incredible opportunities, lifelong friendships, amazing leaders, mentors, Soldiers, and teammates who have helped shape my journey.
I would be honored to have my family, friends, fellow Soldiers, colleagues, and everyone who has supported me throughout the years join me as I celebrate this milestone.
🎖️ RETIREMENT CEREMONY DETAILS
📅 Thursday, November 19, 2026
🕒 3:00 PM (Eastern Time)
📍 Cyber Catering and Conference Center
Fort Gordon, Georgia
🎉 More information regarding additional celebrations and activities will follow.
30 YEARS. COUNTLESS MEMORIES. ONE INCREDIBLE JOURNEY. 🇺🇸
Serving was my honor. Leading was my privilege. The people made the journey unforgettable.
🇺🇸 SGM NICOLA M. FELDER’S ARMY RETIREMENT CEREMONY — TRAVEL & VISITOR INFORMATION
For my family and friends traveling to Augusta, Georgia, for my retirement ceremony on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM, here is some helpful information to assist with planning your trip!
✈️ AIRPORT OPTIONS
• Augusta Regional Airport (AGS) — approximately 20–30 minutes from Fort Gordon.
• Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), South Carolina — approximately 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 40 minutes away.
• Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) — approximately 2.5–3.25 hours away.
Rental cars are recommended, particularly for those flying into Columbia or Atlanta.
🏨 RECOMMENDED HOTELS
All three are conveniently located near Fort Gordon.
1. Homewood Suites by Hilton Augusta Gordon Highway
312 Timbercreek Lane, Augusta, GA 30909
706-828-1260
2. Hampton Inn Augusta Fort Gordon
306 Timbercreek Lane, Augusta, GA 30909
706-396-5500
3. Fairfield Inn & Suites Augusta Fort Eisenhower Area
2175 Gordon Highway, Augusta, GA 30909
706-733-2121
🏨 ADDITIONAL HOTEL RECOMMENDATIONS — GROVETOWN, GA
⭐ Home2 Suites by Hilton Grovetown Augusta Area
📍 903 Husk Box Way, Grovetown, GA 30813
📞 706-251-9100
⭐ avid hotel Augusta W – Grovetown
📍 900 Husk Box Way, Grovetown, GA 30813
📞 706-364-7701
⭐ Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Grovetown
📍 893 Husk Box Way, Grovetown, GA 30813
📞 762-377-8150
Please contact the hotels directly for availability and rates.
🇺🇸 Looking forward to celebrating over 30 years of Army service with you!
Please contact the hotels directly for room availability and current rates. I recommend arriving Wednesday, November 18, if traveling from out of town.
🪪 IMPORTANT — FORT GORDON ACCESS REQUIREMENTS
If you do not have a DoD-issued identification card, you must complete the Fort Gordon visitor access process.
All adults age 18 and older requiring unescorted installation access must undergo a background check and obtain visitor access approval.
PRE-REGISTER ONLINE HERE:
https://pass.aie.army.mil/steps/branch_selection
When registering:
• Select Army and Fort Gordon, Georgia.
• Select Visitor Pass.
• Provide your identifying information and driver’s license, state ID, or passport information as requested.
• Select Ceremony as your reason for visiting, if available.
• Enter November 19, 2026, as your visit date.
• Provide your mobile number for notification.
Please complete this process well in advance of the ceremony.
Bring the same identification used to register. A REAL ID-compliant identification card is recommended; check with the Visitor Control Center if you need to use alternative documents.
ALL NON-DOD VISITORS SHOULD USE GATE 6 ON GORDON HIGHWAY.
Visitor Control Center: 706-791-3071
📍 CEREMONY LOCATION
Cyber Conference & Catering Center
Building 18400, 19th Street
Fort Gordon, GA 30905
📅 Thursday, November 19, 2026
🕒 3:00 PM Eastern
Please allow additional time for gate security and parking. I recommend arriving at the installation no later than 2:00 PM, especially if you have not visited Fort Gordon before.
For directions, enter “Fort Gordon Gate 6” into your navigation app first, then follow installation directions to the Cyber Conference & Catering Center.
❤️ Thank you for making the trip to celebrate this special milestone with me! Your love, friendship, and support throughout these 30 years have meant more than words can express.
More information to follow! 🇺🇸
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Cyber Conference & Catering Center, Bldg, 18400 19th St, Fort Gordon, GA 30905, Grovetown, United States
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