We like to treat our recruits to a dining out night during their stay at camp. This usually happens during one of our longer outings, such as the Grand Canyon Trip, or the Mountain Hike. Our favorite place to eat is at the Mandarin Chinese Buffet in Flagstaff, Arizona. Even Major Denton likes this restaurant, and she is known to be quite the conniseur of Chinese food.

This trip is a great opportunity for our recruits to show off their proper etiquette and excellent table manners. The recruits know that it is a privilege to eat out at a restaurant, and that when they are outside of camp, their behavior is a reflection of not only RRMC, but of themselves and their family as well. We have had the unfortunate experience of having a recruit sit on the bus and have PB & J instead of the buffet if his behavior is not up to par. This is a good incentive for our recruits to do their very best, not only at camp, but always.

Thank you to the great staff at Mandarin Buffet, your hospitality and hard work is always appreciated. If you’re ever in Flagstaff, and you’re looking for some great Chinese food, be sure to give them a try.