April 2015 JBLM MWR e-Focus

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Family and MWR fun, food, travel & well-being guide

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CONTENTS FOOD & FUN

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ADVENTURES

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FEELIN’ GOOD

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FAMILY & THE HOMEFRONT

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Enjoy Easter brunch; feast on German buffet; try new Battle Bean drive-through; volunteer for Earth Day; take new arts and crafts classes; sell at NAC Open House

Discover more of Washington from the water; learn to mountain bike, kayak and scuba dive; watch whales; tour waterfalls; see six-month calendar of trips

Train for half-marathon; sign up for intramural golf and softball; represent JBLM at Army Ten-Miler; 7 exercise myths busted

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Plan your kids’ parties with us; enjoy Easter fun and Kids’ Fest; get in on free activities honoring Gold Star wives, children and volunteers; plus lots more!

Before competing in spring tourneys, brush up on your golf skills with Whispering Firs and Eagles Pride golf courses’ lessons with resident golf pros. They’ll pinpoint areas for improvement to help you get the edge on competitors this season! Call 253-967-6522 for Eagles Pride off I-5 Exit 116 and 253-982-2124 for Whispering Firs at McChord Field. See pages 8–9 for golf specials and deals.

FROM THE COVER

Cover photo by FMWRC Photography Headquarters

Celebrate Month of the Military Child

Kick off Month of the Military Child with Kids’ Fest, sign up your kids for youth sports, plan the perfect birthday party and more.

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April is full of special observances & celebrations Kids’ Fest is the official JBLM kickoff event for the Month of the Military Child. MOMC is just one of the important celebrations this month. April is also Child Abuse Prevention Month, Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month and home to National Volunteer Week and Gold Star Wives’ Day. Find details about Kids’ Fest on page 22, and turn to page 20 for everything you need to know about party planning for your child’s next milestone birthday.

Armed Forces Community Service has information on Child Abuse Prevention Month, plus parenting classes and more. They’ve partnered with Madigan Army Medical Center, I Corps and all of JBLM to host events to increase awareness of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month.

We’re celebrating volunteers and honoring Gold Star Wives. You’ll find all of the details on page 28.

You’re no doubt enjoying the spring weather. Take full advantage and get outside with the Outdoor Recreation program. Turn to page 12 for a list of trips for the next six months! Fill up your adventure calendar!

After you join us at Kids’ Fest or another event, please take a few minutes to send me your feedback at ice.disa.mil.

William E. Harvey Director, Family & MWR at JBLM

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FOCUS JBLM

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Family & MWR Director, Family & MWR

William E. Harvey

Creative director Toby Bartley Promotions director

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Editor & graphic designer Writer/graphic designer Contributors

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Sergeant Ryan Hallock

Contributing photographers Ursula Buford, Chris Fry, Sergeant Ryan Hallock, Patti Jeffrey, FMWR Photography Headquarters, Outdoor Recreation program and Installation Volunteer Corps office Send submissions to kimberly.a.rowe12.naf@mail.mil. For commercial sponsorship or advertising inquiries, off-base businesses should contact Tara Long at 253-966-2256.

The JBLM “FOCUS” is an unofficial information source published monthly. All activities described herein, which are open to authorized patrons and, where applicable, guests, are subject to change; contact the activity for confirmation. Opinions are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent Family & MWR, Joint Base Lewis-McChord or any U.S. government entity. The use of a commercial sponsor logo or mention of a commercial sponsor or other organization does not constitute U.S. government endorsement. Submissions are welcome but may be edited for accuracy, clarity and style.

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ake Sunday, April 5 extra-special by taking the entire Family or your friends out to Easter brunch at JBLM! Choose from two locations — the Club at McChord Field or American Lake Conference Center at Lewis North.

The Club at McChord Field offers menu items for every taste. Try a made-toorder omelet or other egg dishes, Belgian waffles, bacon and sausage, potatoes and other breakfast items. Fill up on roast baron of beef, honey-glazed ham, chicken Wellington, chilled shrimp and smoked salmon, mixed greens, macaroni and cheese, corn casserole, a variety of fruits and vegetables, assorted cheeses and breads, cakes, pies and fruit cobbler, softserve ice cream and a chocolate fountain with seasonal fruits and marshmallows.

And that’s not all — an Easter egg hunt on the Club lawn is included in the price of the buffet. Be sure to bring the kids for this exclusive extra!

The cost is $29.95 for adults, $14.95 for children ages 6–10 and $5 for children ages 3–5. Children younger than age 3 are admitted free. Club members receive a $2 discount on listed prices. Seating is on the hour from 10 a.m.–1 p.m.

Reservations are required; call 253-982-5581 or 982-2795. The Club is located at 700 Barnes Blvd.

American Lake Conference Center is setting out their tastiest Easter fare.

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and a wide assortment of cheeses and fruit. Come back for field greens, caprese, cranberry-and-spinach and red potato salads. Freshly made pastries and desserts top it all off.

The cost is $29.95 for adults, $14.95 for children ages 6–10 and $5 for children ages 3–5. Children younger than age 3 are admitted free.

variety of grab-and-go breakfast and

Seating is available from 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Reservations are highly recommended; call 253-966-4998 for yours. American Lake Conference Center is located at 8085 NCO Beach Rd.

and other favorites.

Feast on German Buffet Come on out to enjoy the Club at McChord Field’s German Buffet from 5–7 p.m. Wednesday, April 15. Fill up on your favorites for only $18.95 for ages 11 and older and $8.95 for ages 4–10. Ages 3 and younger eat free. Reservations are required; call 253-982-5581 to reserve your spots today!

The Club is located at 700 Barnes Blvd. at McChord Field.

New drive-through Battle Bean debuts at Lewis Main There’s a new place in town where you can get freshly made coffee drinks, breakfast pastries and quick lunches to go!

Battle Bean Drive-Through has opened at the corner of 12th St. and Liggett Ave. Drive through today — it’s open from 6:30 a.m.–1 p.m. weekdays!

Get breakfast with your Battle Bean coffee Before you head to work or school, stop

by Battle Bean to get your specialty coffee and a quick breakfast!

The Lewis Main Battle Bean (inside Stone Education Center) serves pastries baked by our own pastry chefs, plus a

lunch items. It’s open 7:30 a.m.–7 p.m.

Monday–Thursday and 7:30 a.m.–2 p.m.

Friday.

The Battle Bean at McChord Field is conveniently located inside the Customer Service Mall at 100 Jackson Blvd. They’re open weekdays from 7–11 a.m. — get there early for fresh breakfast burritos

Order hearty breakfasts and lunches at the Caddy Shack Located at Eagles Pride Golf Course near DuPont off I-5 Exit 116, the Caddy Shack Bar & Grill offers hot breakfast and lunch seven days a week, including burgers and dogs, grilled and chilled sandwiches and salads, plus extras for appetizers and snacks.

Try a combustion or bogie burger, a fully loaded chicken burger and other satisfying meals!

Choose your favorites at Habañero Mexican Grill Crave something different for lunch?

Habañero Mexican Grill at Whispering Firs Golf Course serves up huge burritos, tacos and salads made to order. Also get in on extras, such as quesadillas, salsa and chips, plus vegetarian options.

Call 253-982-3271 for more information. Habañero is at 895 Lincoln Blvd. at McChord Field. See the complete menu online at JBLMmwr.com.

(Family members and guests pay $5 each.)

• Two-fer-Tuesdays at Globemaster Grill from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Buy two lunches for the price of one!

• Free food Fridays at Globemaster Grill from 5–6 p.m.

To learn about more Club member discounts and how to apply for a Club card, call 253-982-5581.

Dine out Fridays at the Club Celebrate the end of the work week with dinner in the dining room at the Club at McChord Field, served from 5–8 p.m. You don’t need to be a Club member, but Club members receive discounts on meals!

House specialties include prime rib, steak, shrimp and salmon. The Club is located at 700 Barnes Blvd. For more information or to learn how to join the Club, call 253-982-5581.

Sample new menu at the Bistro If you haven’t visited for a while, come on out to the Bistro at Russell Landing and try the new spring menu! Order yummy appetizers for sharing, fresh garden and soup offerings, special entrées and light, tasty desserts.

The Bistro is located at the end of American Lake Avenue at Lewis North.

For more details, call 253-964-2813.

The Zone satisfies your hunger Get meat-stuffed wraps and sandwiches,

Club members get food specials

sweet-and-spicy wings, piled-high sliders,

The Club at McChord Field treats its members right with: • A two-for-one steak dinner Friday, April 24 from 5–8 p.m. Pay only $21.95 for two complete dinners.

• A free membership appreciation dinner Wednesday, April 29 from 5–7 p.m.

gourmet salads, flatbread pizza, brews on tap and more at the Zone inside the Warrior Zone at Lewis North! Come in starting at 10 a.m. seven days a week.

The Zone is for ages 18 and older and is located at 17th and D streets. Questions?

Call 253-477-5835.

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Volunteer for Earth Day activities We know you’re going greener, but do

Sounders Lanes Family Fun Center at

you want to do something even more for

McChord Field offers these specials

your JBLM community?

during April:

Come out and support JBLM at our Earth Day clean-ups!

• Buy lunch at Sounders Lanes Family Fun Center at McChord Field weekdays,

Wednesday, April 22, volunteers are

bring your receipt to the front desk,

cleaning up the Marsh Trail (by the mu-

pay for your rental shoes and bowl a

seum at Lewis North) from 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

game for free from 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

You’ll get a volunteer T-shirt and a free

• Bowl Pizza-Pop-’n-Pins every Monday

barbecue lunch at noon just for helping

from 5–9 p.m. Get a slice of one-

out.

topping pizza, a soda and a game with

Thursday, April 23 from 10 a.m.– 2 p.m., come help clean up the community garden at Lewis North and get a Tshirt, sandwich and chips for your time.

Bring your gloves, shovels and other gardening equipment for weeding. Please call 253-967-5776 to sign up ahead of time and for directions.

rental shoes for $7.95 per person.

Sounders Lanes is at 737 Jackson Blvd.

Call 253-982-5954 for more details.

Find your choice of tourneys & events at the Warrior Zone If you like competition and fun, you’ll find it at the Warrior Zone nearly every day of the week. During April, get in on

Get in on all-you-can-eat pizza and bowling combo Wednesdays

these weekly events:

What’s better than bowling at Bowl Arena Lanes? The Wednesday all-youcan-eat pizza and bowling combo from 6:30–8:30 p.m.!

Plus, every first Wednesday of the month, get pizza and tacos while you bowl! The cost is only $10 — reserve your lane by prepaying! Call 253-967-4661.

Bowl Arena Lanes is located at Lewis

• Anime showing Saturdays at 9 p.m.

Main at 2272 Liggett Ave. 8

Sounders Lanes offers specials

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• League of Legends Saturdays at 2 p.m.

• NBA 2K15 for Xbox and Walking Dead Sundays at 6 p.m.

• Pool tourneys Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.

• Xbox tourney against Fort Riley Thursdays at 6 p.m.

• Watch a variety of new movie releases in the theater room for free any day of the week.

Also watch the NCAA Final Four

Saturday, April 4 and the National Championship Monday, April 6 with the WZ’s basketball squares game, food on the heated patio, beverage specials and more!

Call 253-477-5756 for more information. The WZ is at 11592 17th & D streets at Lewis North.

Enter 9th annual Northwest Military Masters Sounders Lanes Family Fun Center invites you to enter the 9th Annual Northwest Military Masters Tournament Saturday, April 18.

Limited to the first 36 paid entries, one in four bowlers wins cash, and first place garners $1,000 and entry in the 2015 USBC Masters or USBC Senior Masters (based on 30 or more entries).

Pick up your entry form at the front counter or download it from JBLMmwr. com. The entry fee is $100.

The tournament is open to active duty, retired military, current DOD employees and all spouses. All entrants must be USBC members.

For more details, call 253-982-5954.

Sounders Lanes is at 737 Jackson Blvd. at McChord Field.

Are you ready for FootGolf?

FootGolf is the hottest game at golf courses throughout the country, and Eagles Pride invites you to try this fun

sport — you don’t need to be an experienced golfer to play!

Simply kick a soccer ball from shot to shot and play each FootGolf hole to a special cup, pin and flag. Play time is the same as golf — from two–three hours for 18 holes.

Grab some friends, reserve your tee time, pay $10 for 18 holes and see how much fun it is! For more details, call 253-967-6522. Eagles Pride is open to the public and is located off I-5 Exit 116.

Save with JBLM golf pass Golf at Eagles Pride or Whispering Firs for $79, or golf at both courses for $119! The JBLM Golf Pass is valid through September 2015. Purchase your pass now.

The golf pass includes significant benefits: • Your first round of golf is free.

• You receive 50 percent off green fees Monday–Thursday for future rounds (excluding tournaments and specials).

• You get 25 percent off green fees Friday–Sunday and holidays for future

For more information, call Eagles Pride

information.

certified golf pros.

If you want to practice at a covered driving range, range balls are available on site or may be purchased at either pro shop. Also ask about rental clubs.

Want a quicker way to brush up? Eagles Pride also has practice equipment that improves your swing. Spend some time on the MEGSA PPE (Most Efficient Golf Swing Attainable on Perfect Practice Equipment) to work on your stance and perfect your follow-through and finish.

For more information, call Eagles Pride at 253-967-6522 or Whispering Firs at 253-982-2124.

Get lunch with golf special

Catch UFC action at Warrior Zone

at 253-967-6522 or Whispering Firs at 253-982-2124.

Grab a bucket, brat & beverage at Eagles Pride Practice on the driving range at Eagles Pride with a $10 bucket of balls — which includes a brat and domestic draft or soda! The offer’s good every Tuesday; get the deal inside the pro shop or the Caddy Shack Bar & Grill.

Eagles Pride is located off I-5 Exit 116 near DuPont. Call 253-967-6522 for more

Get in on the $39 weekday golf special April 1–Oct. 31 at Eagles Pride and Whispering Firs golf courses. Pay $39 for your green fee, shared cart for 18 holes and a $7 food voucher.

Call for a tee time! For more details, call Eagles Pride at 253-967-6522 or Whispering Firs at 253-982-2124.

Practice with a pro Strengthen your game with individual

rounds (excluding tournaments and

golf lessons! Learn how to improve on

specials).

and modify your techniques, then prac-

• Cart rentals are $1 off and range balls are $1 off.

• Save 10 percent on regularly priced pro shop clothing.

tice at the driving range.

Golf lessons are available at both Eagles Pride and Whispering Firs golf courses with one of their PGA- and LPGA-

Watch the UFC fights live on the big screens at the Warrior Zone. No cover!

UFC 186 is Saturday, April 25 and UFC 187 is Saturday, May 23. Also check out the Zone’s menu and on-tap selection.

The Warrior Zone is located at the corner of 17th and D streets at Lewis North.

Ages 18 and older only are allowed inside.

Call 253-477-5756 for more information.

Sell yard sale items at Open House The Northwest Adventure Center’s annual Open House and Yard Sale is Saturday, May 9. Rent a table to sell your used goods! More information is available in the Adventures section or by calling the NAC at 253-967-6263.

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Eligible individuals must take personal liability for his/her account. Eligibility for offer ceases when individual is no longer qualified. Discounts apply only to the monthly service charge of qualified plans. Discounts are not available with any unlimited voice plans. For Family Talk plans, discount will only apply to the primary line. For all Mobile Share plans, discount applies only to the monthly service charge for the data allotment of eligible plans, not to the additional monthly device charge(s). Additional plan and other restrictions apply. Discounts may not be combined. Offer available only in AT&T and authorized dealer retail stores and is subject to change. If you have a question about available discounts and/or your eligibility, contact your local AT&T store representative.©2014 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. AT&T and the AT&T logo are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property.

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Take new classes at your Arts & Crafts Center

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he Arts & Crafts Center is excited to introduce new classes that accommodate most everyone’s busy schedules. Call or text a friend and sign up together!

All classes meet monthly at the Arts & Crafts Center at McChord Field, so if you miss out this month, sign up for next month’s class ahead of time: • Learn the skills needed to frame your own projects in the Beginning Framing class. The cost is $30, plus supplies.

Classes meet Wednesday, April 1 from 4:30–6:30 p.m. and Saturdays, April 4 and 18 from 9:30–11:30 a.m.

• Make a fun project while learning to use a sewing machine in the Basic Sewing class Saturday, April 4 from noon–2 p.m. The cost is $20 plus supplies.

• Create a colorful 8-by-10-inch design in the Glass Mosaic class that meets Saturday, April 4 from 2:30–4:30 p.m.

The cost is $30 (glass is provided, students supply the glue).

• Learn perspective, portraiture and composition techniques in the Basic Drawing Techniques class. The cost is $20, plus supplies. Classes meet Wednesdays, April 8 and 22 from 4:30–6:30 p.m.

• Bring in your children for the monthly Kids’ Craft for only $5 per child; supplies are included. Come in to make fun projects for ages 6–14 Wednesday, April 15 anytime from 3:30–5 p.m.

• The Craft Workshop meets once a month on the third Saturday and costs $10–$30 (depending on the project).

This month, the workshop meets April 18 from noon–2 p.m. Bring your ideas to share!

• Create a scrapbook or journal in the Basic Book Binding class Saturday, April 18 from 2:30–4:30 p.m. The cost is $20 plus supplies.

• Work on a Mother’s Day Kids’ Craft Wednesday, May 6 from 3:30–4:30 p.m. for $5 per child.

Students must preregister and prepay for all classes; call 253-982-6726.

Look for the ceramic mug special

May 1–6 — get one side printed for free!

Have you noticed that your Arts & Crafts Center has expanded its hours to better meet your needs? You now can come in Wednesdays until 7 p.m. The first and third Saturdays of each month, drop by from 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Need items to sell for your booster club? Talk to the experts about discounts on embroidery or laser engraving for orders of 24 or more pieces. Discounts are also available on full-color printed items.

The Arts & Crafts Center is located at 1121 Barnes Blvd. Call 253-982-6723 for engraving, embroidery and the sales store.

Call 253-982-6718 for the frame shop.

Arts & Crafts Center April Clip ‘n Save Coupons Bring these coupons to your Arts & Crafts Center April 1–30, 2015, to receive your discounts when you place an order!

$1 off pocket-sized embroidery

50% off shop rental time for do-it-yourself framing

Limit one coupon per customer.

Valid only when presented in person.

No photocopies accepted. No cash value.

Coupon is good April 1–30, 2015.

Limit one coupon per customer.

Valid only when presented in person.

No photocopies accepted. No cash value.

Coupon is good April 1–30, 2015.

(Does not apply to set-up charges.)

(Does not apply to materials.)

Arts & Crafts Center at McChord Field 1121 Barnes Blvd. • 253-982-6726 JBLMmwr.com

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Adventures

Chris Fry

Explore the outdoors from a new viewpoint W

hether you want to try something new or stick to the tried-and-true, sign up for an adventure trip with the JBLM Outdoor Recreation program today!

Options include stand-up paddleboarding, sightseeing and wine tours, mountain biking, fishing and more! Check out upcoming trip descriptions, plus a six-month trip list on the following pages. Then, sign up at JBLMmwrRegistration.com.

Hope Island day kayak Join us for a nice paddle and walk around Hope Island’s beaches and tide pools Sundays, April 19 or May 17. You may see bald eagles, harbor seals and starfish. Paddle distance: approximately 6 miles. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 9 a.m. Minimum age: 12 ($60) Intro to single-track mountain biking Spend Sunday, April 26 learning the basics of mountain biking. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at 12

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Lewis North at 8:30 a.m. Difficulty: easy; distance: 5–6 miles; ride time: 4 hours.

Minimum age: 12 ($35)

Intro to stand-up paddleboarding Learn the ins and outs of stand-up paddleboarding in the safest environment possible Saturday, April 25. We use very forgiving inflatable boards from NRS. Children younger than 12 must be on a board with an adult. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 9 a.m. ($35; ages 3–12: $25)

Leavenworth Mayfest Experience the Grand Parade, live entertainment and traditional German dancing Sunday, May 10. Stroll through the Bavarian Village of Flowers, visit Art in the Park, see all the great shops and restaurants and tap your toes to oompah music! Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 9 a.m. or McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 9:15 a.m. ($55) NAC Open House & Yard Sale You’re invited to the annual Open House & Com-

munity Yard Sale at the NAC Saturday, May 9. If you have sport, yard and house items you want to get rid of, rent a table to sell your gently loved items. To reserve a table for $10, register and pay at the NAC

by Friday, May 8. The Open House event is from 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. and features a rock climbing wall, demonstrations, stocked “fish pond” for youth and more. Learn about equipment rental and the lakeside cabins and purchase outdoor gear.

Sunday, April 19 aboard amphibious World

Westport Crab Fest Learn to catch, iden-

War-II vehicles. See Pike Place Market,

also have time for shopping and great food. Meet at the Northwest Adventure at Lewis North at 9 a.m. or McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 9:15 a.m. Preregistration required before Friday, April 17. ($50; ages 0–2: $30; ages 3–12: $40)

tify and cook crabs during the World Class Crab Races, Derby and Feed Saturday, April 18. You may catch the $500 crab! Festival events include crab races, an excellent crab dinner (while supplies last) and much more. Entrance fees to the activities and dinner aren’t included in the trip fee. Required fishing licenses are available at the Northwest Adventure Center, Lewis North.

Meet at the NAC at 9 a.m. ($35)

Owyhee River rafting Often called Or-

Sea kayak skills class The Outdoor Rec-

Whale watching Early spring provides a

egon’s Grand Canyon, the Owyhee River

reation program offers five levels of our two-hour kayak skills class.

• Level one: proper paddling techniques and how to buddy-rescue.

• Level two: edging maneuvers and selfrescue.

• Level three: recovery techniques and muscle memory exercises for the roll.

• Level four: multiday kayak trip prep and t-rescue.

• Level five: the roll.

The next class is Tuesday, April 21. You may start at any time and master as many of the levels as you’d like! Meet at Kimbro Pool inside McVeigh Sports & Fitness Center at 7:30 p.m. Minimum age: 12 ($25)

unique opportunity to view migratory gray whales in the calm, comfortable and protected waters of the Puget Sound. Don’t miss this Sunday, April 26 opportunity. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 5 a.m. or McChord Field, Adventures Unlimited at 5:30 a.m. Preregistration required before Wednesday, April 22. ($120; ages 0–2: $40; ages 3–12: $80)

contains thrilling class-III rapids in a deep, desert canyon. Bighorn sheep and cougars wander through sagebrush at the base of sheer-walled volcanic canyon walls, nearly twice the height of the Washington Monument. You’ll see herds of antelope, birds of prey and other wildlife visiting the river for sustenance. Add in stellar archaeological sites and hot springs, and this trip fulfills all the requirements for one of the world’s greatest river journeys. Each day, we’ll drift deeper into the wilderness and our relaxing river routine. Take in the colorful side canyons, stunning waterfalls and scenic ridgelines with amazing views of the river below. Take a hike up a side creek, relax on the beach with a good book or explore nearby hot springs for a dip in Mother Nature’s hot tub. The trip includes riverside meals so delicious you’ll think you’re in a five-star restaurant. Revel in the adventures of the day, tell lies by the fire or drift off to your personal star-gazer’s paradise. The itinerary for this May 4–9 trip consists of relaxing, exploring and enjoying the river.

Warm breakfasts and coffee prepare you for the day’s river journey as your guides talk about what lies downstream. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 9 a.m. Preregistration required before Monday, April 20. There is a pre-trip meeting at the NAC Wednesday, April 29, 5:30 p.m. Minimum age: 14 ($1,100)

Pike Place Market/Ride the Ducks Coast Guard-certified maritime captains will take you on a musical tour of the Emerald City

historic Pioneer Square and funky Fremont before splashing into Lake Union for a spectacular view of the city skyline. You’ll

Waterfall tour Explore the greatest concentration of waterfalls in the continental U.S. as we travel the Historic Columbia River Highway Sunday, May 3. We will stop at at least five major waterfalls to include the world-famous Multnomah Falls, which plunges more than 620 feet from its origins. We’ll stop in Hood River, Ore., for lunch (cost not included in the trip fee). Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 8:30 a.m. ($65; ages 0–4: $15; ages 5–12: $40) V

Westport bottom fishing Join us Saturday, April 25 for a chartered boat trip out of Westport, where rockfish are always plentiful and lingcod are real fighters!

Dress in layers. Bring lunch, snacks and water. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 4 a.m. Preregistration is required before Wednesday, April 22. ($130)

Wine and cheese tour Enjoy sipping and savoring wine and ciders paired with a variety of cheeses crafted by local artisan creameries. Price includes a commemorative glass. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 8 a.m. or McChord Adventures Unlimited at 8:15 a.m. For a chance to see eight wineries, sign up for both days — Saturday, May 2 and Sunday, May 3 — and save. Minimum age: 21 ($75 each; $125 for both) V Whitewater raft the Wenatchee Choose from three trips down the beautiful Wenatchee River: Saturday, May 2, Sunday, May 10 (celebrate with Mom for Mother’s Day!) and Sunday, May 17. We’ll put in near the unique Bavarian town of Leavenworth and paddle through the many exciting class-III rapids. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 8 a.m. or McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 8:30 a.m. Ask about our private trips for groups and units! Groups of 24 or more are just $60 per person. No experience necessary. Minimum age: 12. No rafting experience necessary. ($65) V Continued on next page.

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Adventures Whitewater raft the White Salmon & Wind rivers Join the Outdoor Recreation program Saturday, April 18 for an overnight rafting trip. We’ll spend the first day with

a run on the White Salmon River, where we’ll camp at the beautiful Timberlake Campgrounds before heading off the following morning for a full day of whitewater

Outdoor adventure

Date

Cost

Details

Whitewater raft the White Salmon & Wind rivers

Saturday, April 18

$250

Minimum age: 18

Westport Crab Fest

Saturday, April 18

$35

Pike Place Market/Ride the Ducks

Sunday, April 19

$50

Ages 0–2: $30; ages 3–12: $40

Hope Island day kayak

Sunday, April 19

$60

Minimum age: 12

Sea kayak skills class

Tuesday, April 21

$25

Minimum age: 12

Intro to stand-up paddleboarding

Saturday, April 25

$35

Ages 3–12: $25

Westport bottom fishing

Saturday, April 25

$130

Intro to single-track mountain biking

Sunday, April 26

$35

Minimum age: 12

Whale watching

Sunday, April 26

$120

Ages 0–2: $40; ages 3–12: $80

Wine and cheese tour

Saturday, May 2

$75

Minimum age: 21

Whitewater raft the Wenatchee

Saturday, May 2

$65

Minimum age: 12

Wine and cheese tour

Sunday, May 3

$75

Minimum age: 21

Waterfall tour

Sunday, May 3

$65

Ages 0–4: $15; ages 5–12: $40

Owyhee River rafting trip

May 4–9

$1,100

Minimum age: 14

NAC Open House & Yard Sale

Saturday, May 9

FREE+

Leavenworth Mayfest

Sunday, May 10

$55

Mother’s Day whitewater raft the Wenatchee

Sunday, May 10

$65

Armed Forces Day

Saturday, May 16

FREE+

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Minimum age: 12

Whitewater raft the Wenatchee

Sunday, May 17

$65

Minimum age: 12

Hope Island day kayak

Sunday, May 17

$60

Minimum age: 12

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Preregistration is required for all trips; prices and schedule are subject to change without notice. Anyone younger than 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Gear and transportation are included unless otherwise stated. Register via WebTrac (visit JBLMmwrRegistration.com) or at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North. Confirm pick-up locations and times upon registration. Group rates and private trips are available; call for details. We’ll visit FRG meetings or unit functions to tell you about the great recreation and adventure options in the area. For more information, call 253-967-6263 or visit JBLMmwr.com.

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action on the Wind River. These rivers are rated at class III–V. Trip fee includes rafting gear, camping equipment and lunch both days. Meet at McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 8 a.m. or the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 8:30 a.m.

Preregistration required before Wednesday, April 15. Minimum age: 18 ($250)

Trip with NAC expert guides

Add $20 for lunch & souvenir cup

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Outdoor Recreation program

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• June 1–7, 8–14 and 15–21.

• July 5–12 and 13–19.

• Aug. 3–9 and 10–16.

After the course, you can dive anywhere in the world. But you don’t have to travel far — Washington has a colorful underwater world to explore! For details, call 253-967-3405.

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Plan your awesome outdoor adventures from spring through summer and into fall with this handy six-month trip list! Trip gear and transportation are included. In some cases, volunteer opportunities are available; lunch and souvenir cup is an optional add-in for some trips.

Details and registration are available at JBLMmwrRegistration.com.

Adventure trips at a glance Get your adrenaline pumping with 18 rafting trips, ranging in cost from $65–$1,100.

• Skykomish raft & ribeye.

• White Salmon & Wind rivers.* • White Salmon River.

• Wenatchee River.

• Tieton River.

• Owyhee River rafting.* Experience the Pacific Northwest with 42 different tours; $15–$160.

• Westport Crab Fest.

• Orca whale watching.

• Seattle Aquarium.

• Explore Victoria, B.C. • Ride the Ducks.

• Leavenworth wine walk.

• Gray whale watching.

• Tillicum Village.

• Wine & cheese tour.

• Oktoberfest.

• Waterfall tour.

• Family corn maze.

• Leavenworth Mayfest.

• Shop Portland.

• Ape Cave adventure.

• Harvest wine tour.

• Discover Seattle.

Outdoor adventure

Date

Trip cost

White Salmon & Wind rivers rafting

April 18–19

$250

Westport Crab Fest

Saturday, April 18

$35

Pike Place Market/Ride the Ducks

Sunday, April 19

$30–50

Hope Island day kayak

Sunday, April 19

$60

Sea kayak skills class

Tuesday, April 21

$25

Intro to stand-up paddleboarding

Saturday, April 25

$25–35

Westport bottom fishing

Saturday, April 25

$130

Intro to single-track mountain biking

Sunday, April 26

$35

Whale watching

Sunday, April 26

$40–120

Wine and cheese tour

Saturday, May 2

$75

Whitewater raft the Wenatchee

Saturday, May 2

$65

Wine and cheese tour

Sunday, May 3

$75

Waterfall tour

Sunday, May 3

$15–65

Owyhee River rafting

May 4–9

$1,100

NAC Open House & Yard Sale

Saturday, May 9

FREE

Leavenworth Mayfest

Sunday, May 10

$55

Mother’s Day whitewater raft the Wenatchee

Sunday, May 10

$65

Armed Forces Day

Saturday, May 16

Whitewater raft the Wenatchee

Sunday, May 17

$65

Hope Island day kayak

Sunday, May 17

$60

Sea kayak skills class

Tuesday, May 19

$25

Outdoor photography class

Saturday, May 23

$35

Westport bottom fishing

Saturday, May 23

$130

Hope Island stand-up paddleboarding

Saturday, May 23

$60

Seattle Aquarium/Pike Place Market

Sunday, May 24

$30–50

Whitewater raft the Wenatchee

Sunday, May 24

$65

Bungee jump or zip line

Saturday, May 30

$135

Whitewater raft the Wenatchee

Saturday, May 30

$65

Intro to stand-up paddleboarding

Sunday, May 31

$25–35

Bike ride Lopez Island

Sunday, May 31

$115

Skykomish raft & ribeye

Sunday, May 31

$120

Beginner white water kayak

June 6–7

$325

Snoqualmie Tunnel bike ride

Saturday, June 6

$50

Hit the trails for a bike ride. There are 15 ranging from $35–$115.

• Intro to single-track • Snoqualmie Tunnel ride. mountain biking.

• Pedals & pints.

• Bike ride Lopez Island.

• Carbon River ride.

Ape Cave adventure

Saturday, June 6

$45

Whitewater raft the Wenatchee

Sunday, June 7

$65

Sunset stand-up paddleboarding

Wednesday, June 10

$20–50

Whitewater raft the Wenatchee

Saturday, June 13

$65

Waterfall tour

Saturday, June 13

$15–65

Take a hike! There are three to choose from, each costing $60.

• Camp Muir.

• Paradise.

Kayak Blake Island

June 13–14

$150

ATV RiderCourse™

Sunday, June 14

$35

Pedals & pints

Sunday, June 14

$55

Sea kayak skills class

Tuesday, June 16

$25

Sea kayak Boston Harbor to Olympia

Saturday, June 20

$60

Westport bottom fishing & Pirate Daze

Saturday, June 20

$30–130

Outdoor photography

Saturday, June 20

$35

Father’s Day ribeye & raft the Skykomish

Sunday, June 21

$120

Bungee jump or zip line

Sunday, June 21

$135

Sunset stand-up paddleboarding

Wednesday, June 24

There are 18 upcoming kayak trips, ranging from $25–$350.

• Hope Island.

• Boston Harbor.

• Cutts Island.

• Wine, kayak & beer.

• Self-rescue kayak skills.

• San Juan weekend.* • Beginner whitewater.

• Night kayak.

• Intermediate whitewater.

• San Juan Islands day.* • Blake Island kayak.* Choose from 20 stand-up paddleboarding adventures; $25–$65.

• Skykomish River.

• Intro to paddleboarding • Leavenworth.

• Hope Island.

• Lake Union.

• Cutts Island.

• Sunset & steak.

Plus there are: • Photography classes ($35) • Fishing trips ($130) • ATV RiderCourse™ ($35) * Overnight trip

• Bungee jump/zip line ($135) • Zombie paintball ($30)

$20–50

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Outdoor adventure

Date

Trip cost

Outdoor adventure

Date

Trip cost

Whitewater raft the Wenatchee

Saturday, June 27

$65

Intro to single-track mountain biking

Sunday, Aug. 30

$35

Intro to single-track mountain biking

Saturday, June 27

$35

Kayak Blake Island

Sept. 5–6

$150

Ape Cave adventures

Sunday, June 28

$45

Raft the Tieton River

Saturday, Sept. 5

$125

$55

ATV RiderCourse™

Sunday, Sept. 6

$35

Discover Seattle tour

Sunday, June 28

Freedom Fest

Saturday, July 4

Snoqualmie Tunnel bike ride

Sunday, Sept. 6

$50

Whitewater raft the Wenatchee

Sunday, July 5

$65

Pike Place Market/Ride the Ducks

Saturday, Sept. 12

$30–50

Pike Place Market/Ride the Ducks

Sunday, July 5

$30–50

Stand-up paddleboard Leavenworth

Saturday, Sept. 12

$65

Sunset stand-up paddleboarding

Wednesday, July 8

$20–50

Leavenworth wine walk

Saturday, Sept. 12

$100–190

Sunday, Sept. 13

$115

Skykomish raft & ribeye

Saturday, July 11

$120

Bike ride Lopez Island

Orca whale watching

Sunday, July 12

$40–120

Bottom fishing

Sunday, Sept. 13

$130

Intro to stand-up paddleboarding

Sunday, July 12

$20–35

Bungee jump or zip line

Sunday, Sept. 13

$135

Wine, kayak & beer tour

Sunday .July 12

$95

Sea kayak skills class

Tuesday, Sept. 15

$25

Overnight paddle

July 18–19

$100

Visit Tillicum Village

Saturday, Sept. 19

$15–90

Saturday, Sept. 19

$110

Stand-up paddle the Skykomish

Saturday, July 18

$65

Raft the White Salmon River

Explore Victoria, B.C.

Saturday, July 18

$55–160

Stand-up paddleboarding Lake Union

Sunday, Sept. 20

$60

Full-day rafting the White Salmon

Sunday, July 19

$200

Explore Victoria, B.C.

Sunday, Sept. 20

$110–160

Westport bottom fishing

Sunday, July 19

$130

Hope Island day kayak

Saturday, Sept. 26

$60

Sea kayak skills class

Tuesday, July 21

$25

Outdoor photography

Saturday, Sept. 26

$35

Sunday, Sept. 27

$45

Sunset stand-up paddleboarding

Wednesday, July 22

$20–50

Ape Cave adventure

Pike Place Market/Ride the Ducks

Saturday, July 25

$30–50

Discover Seattle tour

Sunday, Sept. 27

$55

Kayak San Juan Island

Saturday, July 25

$150

Intro to single-track mountain biking

Saturday, Oct. 3

$35

Stand-up paddleboard the Skykomish

Sunday, July 26

$65

Oktoberfest in Leavenworth

Saturday, Oct. 3

$55

Hike Mount Rainier’s Camp Muir

Sunday, July 26

$60

ATV RiderCourse™

Saturday, Oct. 3

$35

Sunday, Oct. 4

$30–50

Stand-up paddleboard Leavenworth

Sunday, Aug. 2

$65

Seattle Aquarium/Pike Place Market

Ape Cave adventure

Sunday, Aug. 2

$45

Intro to stand-up paddleboarding

Sunday, Oct. 4

$25–35

Sunset stand-up paddleboard

Wednesday, Aug. 5

$20–50

Bike the Carbon River Trail

Saturday, Oct. 10

$45

Waterfall tour

Saturday, Aug. 8

$15–65

Oktoberfest in Leavenworth

Saturday, Oct. 10

$55

Seattle Aquarium/Pike Place Market

Saturday, Aug. 8

$30–50

Family corn maze/pumpkin patch

Sunday, Oct. 11

$15–30

Sunday, Oct. 11

$65

Intro to single-track mountain biking

Sunday, Aug. 9

$35

Mount St. Helens bike tour

Raft the White Salmon River

Sunday, Aug. 9

$110

Sea kayak Cutts Island

Saturday, Oct. 17

$60

Bungee jump or zip line

Saturday, Aug. 15

$135

Oktoberfest in Leavenworth

Saturday, Oct. 17

$55

Hike Paradise

Saturday, Aug. 15

$45

Zombie paintball

Sunday, Oct. 18

$30

Bike ride Lopez Island

Sunday, Aug. 16

$115

Pike Place Market/Ride the Ducks

Sunday, Oct. 18

$30–50

Tuesday, Oct. 20

$25

Intermed. whitewater kayak instruction

Sunday, Aug. 16

$200

Sea kayak skills class

Orca whale watching

Sunday, Aug. 16

$40–120

Intro to single-track mountain biking

Saturday, Oct. 24

$35

Sea kayak skills class

Tuesday, Aug. 18

$25

Waterfall tour

Saturday, Oct. 24

$15–65

Sunset stand-up paddleboarding

Wednesday, Aug. 19

$20–50

Hope Island day kayak

Sunday, Oct. 25

$60

San Juan Island weekend kayak getaway

Aug. 21–24

$450

Intro to stand-up paddleboarding

Sunday, Oct. 25

$25–35

Saturday, Oct. 31

$110–160

Stand-up paddleboard the Skykomish

Saturday, Aug. 22

$65

Explore Victoria, B.C.

Outdoor photography

Saturday, Aug. 22

$35

Costume bungee jumping

Saturday, Oct. 31

$135

Hike Mount Rainier’s Camp Muir

Sunday, Aug. 23

$60

ATV RiderCourse™

Sunday, Nov. 1

$35

Explore Victoria, B.C.

Sunday, Aug. 23

$55–160

Seattle Aquarium/Pike Place Market

Sunday, Nov. 1

$30–50

ATV RiderCourse™

Saturday, Aug. 29

$35

Harvest wine tour

Saturday, Nov. 7

$75

Saturday, Nov. 7

$60

Saturday, Aug. 29

$25–35

Waterfall tour

Saturday, Aug. 29

$15–65

Harvest wine tour

Sunday, Nov. 8

$75

Stand-up paddleboard Cutts Island

Sunday, Aug. 30

$60

Intro to single-track mountain biking

Sunday, Nov. 8

$35

Free fishing clinics! As a result of a successful pilot clinic last year, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is sponsoring free fishing clinics on three Saturdays this spring: April 11, April 18 and June 13! Learn the basics of freshwater lake fishing for trout and warm-water species; different types of gear, like rods, reels, line, sinkers, bait and lures; rigging different bait and lure fishing set-ups; knot tying; casting; licenses, seasons and regulations. The class is fun and informative. Students from last year’s class were catching trout in American Lake a day after class! Preregistraion required: JBLMmwrRegistration.com. Summer clinics are possible. Stay tuned to fb.com/SeeYouOutsideJBLM for details.

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reasons we love the NAC!

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• New trips make up 30% of the six-month adventure calendar!

• You can volunteer and save money!

• Create your own trip with NAC adventure guides!

• Sign up is easy — go to JBLMmwrRegistration.com.

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Fitness made fun It’s time for intramurals

lenge, are invited to register for the

Bring that competitive spirit and desire to have fun to the intramural program!

• Hit one out of the park with intramural softball Representative meeting: Tuesday, May 12 at Wilson Sports & Fitness Center or Wednesday, May 13 at McChord Fitness Center. Both are at 1 p.m.

League play: June 15–Aug. 28.

• Join the Sound to Narrows military team Representative meeting: Tuesday, May 19 at Bowl Arena Lanes, 1 p.m.

Event date: Saturday, June 13, 6:30 a.m. at Vassault Park in Tacoma.

• Will you get a hole-in-one during intramural golf?

Representative meeting: Tuesday, May 26 at Eagles Pride Golf Course or Wednesday, May 27 at Whispering Firs Golf Course. Both are at 1 p.m.

League play: June 8–Aug. 17.

For details, call 253-967-4768 or visit JBLMmwr.com/intramurals.

JBLM Half-Marathon & 5K Resiliency

Road runners, you can represent JBLM at Army Ten-Miler If you’re a road runner, you’re needed to represent JBLM at the Army Ten-Miler Sunday, Oct. 11 in Washington, D.C.!

Time trials will be held Saturdays, May 9, June 6 and July 11 at 8 a.m. at Lewis Main’s Cowan Stadium. Arrive at 7 to check in. The team is open to active duty Service Members only. Males should be able to run 10 miles at sub-65 minutes and females at sub-75 minutes.

Final team selections will need commander’s approval to participate in team training during normal PT times. For details, call 253-967-4768.

Kick your training into high gear for Half-Marathon, Resiliency Run Serious runners, recreational joggers and anyone looking for a fitness chal-

Run. The race is Saturday, May 30, 8 a.m. at Russell Landing at Lewis North.

Half-marathon runners will race through the streets of Lewis North with a turn-around at picturesque Solo Point, located on Puget Sound. Designed to challenge participants and showcase the JBLM community, the course mirrors that of last year’s race.

Participants in the 5K will enjoy a mostly flat course with a turn-around point at Shoreline Park.

Choose your distance (no walkers for the half-marathon, please) and register at JBLMmwr.com/races.

Register by noon Thursday, May 21 to guarantee your race T-shirt size (and get access pass, if needed): • 5K with DOD ID: $15.

• Half-marathon with DOD ID: $25.

• 5K with no DOD ID: $25.

• Half-marathon with no DOD ID: $35.

Registration fees from 12:01 p.m. Thursday, May 21 through noon Thursday, May 28 (race T-shirt size not guaranteed): • 5K with DOD ID: $20.

• Half-marathon with DOD ID: $30.

• 5K with no DOD ID: $30.

• Half-marathon with no DOD ID: $40.

Day-of-race registration fees (T-shirt not guaranteed): • 5K with DOD ID: $30.

• Half-marathon with DOD ID: $40.

• 5K with no DOD ID: $40.

• Half-marathon with no DOD ID: $50.

Snacks and water will be available after the race. The top three finishers in each age group will win an award, and door prizes include a chance to win a Garmin Forerunner 210 and a $300 Visa gift card. Strollers are permitted on both courses; the half-marathon course cutoff time is three hours.

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Top 7 exercise myths busted & what you should be doing

By Sean Fenske, MS, BS, CSCS, Exercise Physiologist & Health Educator At the Armed Forces Wellness Center

The gym can be a competitive environment. With everyone looking for an edge to push their fitness level a little further a little faster, some unusual ideas can catch on like wildfire. Before you know it, you might be telling a friend this new idea and you can’t remember where you heard it.

Some myths may be based on old information and some just are dreamed up and repeated by onlookers. Here are seven myths — busted! — you may recognize.

Myth 1: Fat can be reduced by exercising the muscles in the target area.

Reality: The body is a system. Exercising the muscles below or around the target area won’t reduce fat stored specifically in that area. The way that an individual stores and removes fat is mostly genetically based. Training a specific area will improve the targeted muscle but won’t reduce the fat from that area any more than training a different part of the body.

Myth 2: Lactic acid causes muscle soreness. Reality: This myth is based on an outdated theory that has since been disproven. Lactic acid causes the burning feeling in a person’s muscles after an intense exercise. However, this is mostly removed three minutes after stopping the

intense exercise. The soreness felt in the days to follow is due to microscopic tearing of the muscle fibers and the resulting repair process to improve them.

Myth 3: Altitude masks should be worn during exercise. Reality: Altitude masks reduce the amount of oxygen the user has to breathe. Living in a high-altitude environment with less oxygen can cause the body to change and adapt favorably when a person moves to a lower elevation. However, exercising with less oxygen reduces the intensity, duration and speed of recovery of the workout. This leads to a lightened exercise session, which will cause deconditioning over time. For maximum performance, a person would live in a high-altitude environment and exercise in a low-altitude oxygen-rich environment. A person wearing the mask while exercising is doing the opposite of what is ideal.

Myth 4: Your body needs huge amounts of protein after exercise to recover. Reality: Following a workout, 20 grams of protein within an hour after exercise maximally stimulates muscle growth. Typically 1.2–1.7 grams of protein are recommended per kilogram of body weight per day.

Myth 5: Low-intensity exercise burns the most fat. Reality: While very low intensity exercise uses a higher percentage of fat, the total amount of calories and fat used are

much less than when training at a slightly higher intensity. Working in the endurance or interval zones will burn the highest total amount of fat per exercise session. If you’re interested in knowing what these zones are for you individually, have them calculated during a fitness testing appointment at the Armed Forces Wellness Center.

Myth 6: Muscle turns into fat when you stop exercising. Reality: When a person stops or greatly reduces exercise, there will be muscle lost and fat gained if they continue to eat the same amount.

However, muscle doesn’t become fat.

With appropriate eating habits and reduction in calories consumed, muscle loss and fat gain can be reduced.

Myth 7: Exercising while sick helps you get better faster. Reality: The immune system is reduced after exercising. Exercising while sick will increase the stress on the immune system and increase the length of time it takes to get well. Also, the chance of getting other exercisers sick is higher.

What to do now? Use this newfound knowledge to help you separate myth from reality while staying active! If you’re interested in improving or getting started with your fitness and wellness goals, visit the Armed Forces Wellness Center at Jensen Family Health & Fitness Center at Lewis Main. For details, call 253-966-3757.

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Family & the homefront

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By Patti Jeffrey

W

here can you find an inexpensive place to have a kids’ playtime party that’s close by? If you live or work at JBLM, it’s easy-peasy!

We have spaces and places for indoor and outdoor fun!

Party indoors with fun activities Kids love active fun wherever there’s a party, so party it up at Bowl Arena Lanes or Sounders Lanes Family Fun Center!

You can purchase bowling party packages and reserve a private area for your party. The basic pack comes with two games of bowling, rental shoes, unlimited cups of soda and an ice cream cup for each person, plus three free games of bowling for the birthday boy or girl on their next visit, table place settings and balloons. Each bowling center can provide bumpers in your lane upon request.

At Sounders Lanes Family Fun Center, you have the option to choose the lasergame pack instead. It includes your own table in the indoor play area and three laser game tokens per child, plus unlimited soda, an ice cream cup, table settings and balloons.

Want more to eat? You’re allowed to bring in a birthday cake, but other food needs to be ordered from the Strike Zone Café, so consider ordering the foodoption party packages.

cake with your choice of decorations. The pastry chefs at American Lake Conference Center are experts at getting it right, whether your cake is a large, multilayer creation or a fun cupcake-cake!

Simply place your order two weeks in advance at the Bistro at Russell Landing, the Battle Bean coffee shop at Stone Education Center or American Lake Conference Center.

For ideas, take a look at photos online at JBLMmwr.com/AmericanLakeConference Center/cakegallery, call 253-966-3988 or email catering@JBLMmwr.com. Ask about the complete photo album of custom cakes and ordering your special cake.

Reserve a lakeside pavilion If you’re anticipating a late spring or summer birthday bash, have it outdoors in a covered pavilion at Shoreline Park, Russell Landing or Summer Cove, located at Lewis North next to American Lake.

Reserve your place now for the best availability and you can breathe easier when party time is near!

Russell Landing and Summer Cove pavilions accommodate from 40–150 people. Summer Cove’s playground, which has age-appropriate play areas for both small children and older kids, is a short walk away.

You also can spend time on the sandy beach with a view of Mount Rainier overlooking American Lake.

Shoreline Park pavilions accommodate

Birthday cakes R Us

from 25–150 people with a playground,

Wherever you have your child’s birthday party, the crowning moment is the birthday cake, right?

Instead of picking up a birthday cake from a store, order it through us! Prices are competitive with other bakeries, and you’re guaranteed a freshly made custom

basketball court and lifeguard-staffed swimming beach nearby.

You also can rent pedal boats, canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards from Shoreline Park to add to your party fun.

For pavilion rental details and costs, call 253-967-2510.

Need party and play equipment?

We’ve got it all!

If you have somewhere you want your party, but don’t have enough chairs, tables, games or other equipment — no worries!

We’ve got you covered for all your party equipment needs with inexpensive rentals from the Northwest Adventure center at Lewis North or Adventures Unlimited at McChord Field.

You can rent folding tables and chairs, an outdoor canopy in several sizes and styles, ice chests, vacuum jugs, large or small bounce houses, a hot dog, cotton candy or snow cone machine, a dunk tank and game sets. Games include tugof-war, volleyball, softball (with bases, if you like), horseshoes, badminton, croquet, frisbees, basketball and football.

For more information on equipment rentals, call the Northwest Adventure Center at 253-967-8282 or Adventures Unlimited at 253-982-2206. Availability can vary, so check out both locations for your specific party needs.

Rent your entertainment If you’d like more entertainment for your party, the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North offers play equipment and entertainers in conjunction with Kidz-N-Motion. They have it all — bouncy fun houses, mazes, slides, clowns, magicians, balloon artists, face painters, a variety show, deejays and more!

When you call Kidz-N-Motion, you’ll get a 10 percent discount when you mention Family & MWR. Call Kidz-N-Motion at 360-528-5439 or look them up from our website at JBLMmwr.com/nw_adventures.

With all these options for party fun, you’re all set for your child’s next party!

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Celebrate the Month of the Military Child & Easter with us! fun for all ages at the EASTER DASH Don’t miss the annual Easter Dash Sunday, April 5! The fun is for all ages at Lewis Main’s Cowan Stadium.

• Special needs children with parents, noon.

• Ages 3 and younger: 1 p.m.

• Ages 4–7: 2 p.m.

• Ages 8–12: 3 p.m.

Bring your basket and have a blast collecting eggs. All kids will receive a goodie bag.

This free event is brought to you by the JBLM BOSS Program. Cowan Stadium is located at 2170 Bitar Ave. at 12th Street.

poolside egg fun Did you sign up for the Aquatic Easter Egg Hunt?

Don’t miss the Aquatic Easter Egg Hunt at Kimbro Pool Saturday, April 4.

Kids’ fest 2015: wheels of science Kicking off the Month of the Military Child, Kids’ Fest is Thursday, April 2, 1–4:30 p.m.

With this year’s theme “Wheels of Science,” everyone will enjoy hands-on activities and exhibits, as well as demonstrations. There will also be interactive games and inflatables.

All the science-themed fun is for everyone — toddlers through teenagers — at

the MWR Fest Tent and CYS Services Parent Central (Lewis Main location).

Join us for this morale-boosting day of free games, entertainment and tons of fun! For additional information, call 253-967-5776.

The MWR Fest Tent is adjacent to Bowl Arena Lanes at 2200 Liggett Ave. at Lewis Main. Parent Central is located at Lewis Main, 2295 S. 12th St.

Preregistration for this free event is required at JBLMmwrRegistration.com; space is limited. Age groups range from 6 months–10 years, with time slots between 10 a.m.–2:40 p.m.

Children may keep the eggs they collect and will also receive a goody bag.

Finders of the “magic eggs” will receive a special prize. Plus, bring your camera and take a picture with the Easter Bunny!

Parents need to be prepared to enter the water with their children.

Kimbro Pool is located inside McVeigh

Check out fb.com/JBLMcyss for daily posts in celebration of the Month of the Military Child.

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Sports & Fitness Center, 2161 Liggett Ave. at Lewis Main.

Visit ArmyMWR.com/momc to learn more.

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At CYS Services, the world revolves around your kiddos ... during Month of the Military Child and all year long

C

YS Services at JBLM offers quality child care, before- and after-school care, sports, classes, events and more — it’s all about your children, from newborn to teens.

Calling all youth reporters To celebrate the Month of the Military Child, SKIESUnlimited is inviting children to become reporters as they interview each other, gather stories or write their autobiography.

Their stories and the illustrations they create will be posted at fb.com/JBLMcyss, as well as in the SKIES building! Stay tuned to discover the lives and stories they share.

Interested in enrolling in a SKIES class?

Visit JBLMcyssRegistration.com for a com-

plete schedule of classes, including karate, dance, gymnastics and art. Register while online or by calling 253-966-3539.

Registration deadlines are the fourth Friday of each month for the next month’s classes. For example, register for May classes by Friday, April 24 and June classes by Friday, May 22.

Hang with friends & make new ones at JBLM youth centers Offering sports, arts and crafts, technology, field trips, open recreation and more, Hillside Youth Center–Teen Zone and McChord Youth Center are open to youth in grades 6–12.

Hillside Youth Center–Teen Zone is located at 6397 Garcia Blvd. at Lewis Main, and McChord Youth Center is located at

3032 Dogwood St. at McChord Field. For more information, visit JBLMmwr.com/cyss.

Don’t miss spring sports It’s time to register your youth for spring sports!

• Flag football and cheerleading registration is open through May 8.

• The First Tee Golf Camps and Lil’ Drivers Golf are open for registration through April 21.

• Armed Forces Kids’ Run is Saturday, April 25. Find a registration form for this free event at JBLMmwr.com/cyss or fb.com/JBLMcyss.

• Mark your calendars for Pitch, Hit & Run, May 5–6.

For registration, costs and more, go to JBLMcyssRegistration.com.

Connect with CYS Services and other patrons at fb.com/JBLMcyss. There, you’ll get the latest sports and class details, see event photos and more! Plus, look for information about the upcoming Operation Megaphone event, Youth of the Year and coverage on last month’s Kick Butts Day. JBLMmwr.com

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Everyone gets discounts on eyeglasses, alternative medicine, travel & entertainment. the choice is yours: • Family practice doctors at a location near your home • Internal medicine doctors for chronic or complex medical issues • A pediatrician for your children

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Installation Volunteer Corps

thank you,

jblm volunteers!

We’re celebrating you during National Volunteer Week, April 13–17.

• Cookie social Monday, April 13 • Two free games of bowling and shoe rental Tuesday, April 14 • Volunteer Fair/Open House, Wednesday, April 15 • Bingo Thursday, April 16 • Cookie social Friday, April 17 See details in listing at right.

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Join AFCS to honor Gold Star wives, children & volunteers April is Sexual Assault Awareness & Prevention Month JBLM is taking a stand during Sexual

relationship with your teen. Childcare is available; register online at JBLMafcs. checkappointments.com or call 253-967-5901.

Assault Awareness & Prevention Month to

Plus, be sure to bring your children to

help eliminate sexual assault and violence:

see Spiderman and FAP as we help spread

• SHARP of Fortune event Wednesday,

awareness for Child Abuse Prevention

April 1, 11:30 a.m. at the Exchange,

Month at Kids’ Fest Thursday, April 2.

Lewis Main. Hosted by 3/2 SBCT.

Find event details on page 22.

• Madigan kick-off event Friday, April 3, 2 p.m. at the MAMC Medical Mall.

• I Corps kick-off event featuring comedian Bernie McGrenahan Tuesday, April 7, 1 p.m. at Carey Theater. Open to ages 16 and older. Details: 253-477-1808.

• “Got Consent?” event Monday, April 13 at Carey Theater, 9 a.m.

Hosted by 62nd MED. • SHARP bingo Wednesday, April 22, 10:30 a.m. at Warrior Zone. Hosted by 201st BfSB. • SHARP of Fortune event Wednesday, April 22, 11:30 a.m. at the Exchange, Lewis Main. Hosted by 3/2 SBCT. • SAAM 5K Walk/Run Wednesday,

Salute hard-working volunteers It’s Volunteer Appreciation Week at JBLM April 13–17. Join us at these events: • Cookie social Monday, April 13, 1– 2:30 p.m. at Waller Hall.

• Two free games and shoe rental Tuesday, April 14 at Bowl Arena Lanes.

• Family Resource Center open house Wednesday, April 15, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

• Bingo Thursday, April 16, 6:30– 7:30 p.m., at the Family Resource Center (register by Monday, April 13: 253-967-9496).

• Cookie social at the McChord Commissary Friday, April 17, 1–2:30 p.m.

Plus, the Volunteer Recognition Luncheon and Awards Ceremony is Wednesday, April 29, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. at the Club at McChord Field. RSVP by Friday, April 24 to 253-967-9496.

Attend Volunteer Fair/Open House Stop by the Family Resource Center and visit with a variety of agencies for volunteer information and opportunities, enjoy complimentary refreshments and have a chance to win a door prize. The Volunteer Fair/Open House is Wednesday, April 15, 10 a.m.–3 p.m., and is open to everyone.

Call 253-967-2324 for details.

Gold Star Wives’ dove release To honor and recognize the sacrifices of Gold Star Spouses, join Survivor Outreach Services for a dove release Saturday, April 25 in Memorial Park at Lewis Main at 11:30 a.m. Refreshments follow at the Survivor Outreach Services Office, 2166 Liggett Ave., Lewis Main. For details, call 253-967-3672.

April 29, 6:30 a.m. at Wilson Sports & Fitness Center. Hosted by 7th ID. • Take Back the Night Thursday, April 30,

Select AFCS events

Date

Event description

Call for details

JBLM Community Update

Wednesday, April 1

Spouses invited for JBLM updates from command team

253-967-9496

7:30 p.m. at MAMC reflection pool.

Marvel Comics at Kids’ Fest

Thursday, April 2

Join Spiderman & learn about child abuse prevention

253-967-5901

This two-mile candlelit walk is hosted

Scream Free Parenting

Wednesday, April 8

Hope event teen parenting presentation

253-967-5901

Operation KUDO

Saturday, April 11

Mock deployment event for youth

253-982-2695

by JBLM & MAMC SHARP.

JBLM Volunteer Week

April 13–17

See listing above for locations and details

253-967-2324

Newcomers’ Orientation & Bus Tour

Tuesday, April 14

Get to know the resources available and your way around JBLM

253-967-3628/ 253-982-2695

EFMP Family-friendly movie

Saturday, April 18

Watch a movie in a stress-free open environment

253-982-2695

and JBLM helps bring awareness and

Spouse Transition Assistance Course

April 20–24

As your Service Member prepares for transition, you should, too with this five-day course

253-982-WORK

support to our military community by

Spouses Out on the Town

Tuesday, April 21

An off-the-installation tour for new spouses

253-967-3628

Visit JBLMafcs.com for a full event list.

Child Abuse Prevention Month April is Child Abuse Prevention Month,

hosting several events.

Gold Star dove release

Saturday, April 25

Dove release followed by refreshments

253-967-3672

Rape Aggression Defense

April 25 & May 2

RAD physical self-defense training

253-967-5801

WA State Transition & Employment Fair

April 29–30

Day 1: workshops and networking; day 2: career fair and break-out sessions

253-982-WORK

April 8 at Lewis North Chapel, noon–

Take Back the Night

Thursday, April 30

Sexual Assault Awareness Month finale event

253-967-2072

1:30 p.m. Learn to navigate the some-

The AFCS Relocation Readiness Program has briefings, Smooth Move workshops, sponsorship training and resources. Call 253-967-3633 or 253-982-2695 for information. For details, call the phone number listed, visit the event calendar at JBLMmwr. com or “like” us at fb.com/JBLMafcs. For a complete list of programs and events, view issuu.com/jblmacs/stacks.

The AFCS Family Advocacy Program hosts Launching Hope: Teen Parenting by the ScreamFree Institute Wednesday,

times-challenging years and improve the

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Having fun, learning something Teens take over the libraries Youth ages 12–17 are invited to Grandstaff Library Wednesdays, April 1 (henna) and May 6 (Mother’s Day gift) for munchies, trivia and prizes! The fun is 6–7:30 p.m.

Build big at Lego Club

Ages 4–10 are invited to meet the amaza fun-filled, fantastic storytime at Book

lishing and major publishing houses at a

Patch Library Saturday, April 11, 1 p.m.

free seminar Saturday, April 25. Join us at McChord Library at 10:30 a.m.

with McChord Library’s Lego Club. Meet-

Celebrate National Library Week with

Become a ‘Novel Navigator’ Join McChord Library’s book discussion

food, fun and conversation at Grandstaff Library Wednesday, April 15 and McChord Library Thursday, April 16.

Both events are from 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

group for adults the second Wednesday of

Get creative with recycled items

the month at 4:30 p.m. At the next meet-

Make useful, beautiful things from recycled materials at Upcycle Craft Night Wednesday, April 15, 5 p.m. at McChord Library. Class is for ages 18 and older; materials provided.

ing (April 8), discuss “The Rosie Project”

by Graeme Simsion. A limited number of copies are available at the circulation desk. Register in person to receive a copy.

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Author Mel Massey discusses publishing options, including e-books, self-pub-

National Librar y Week

10 a.m., the next meeting is April 4.

You can get published!

ing tickle me plant and dig your way to

Kids ages 3 and older can get creative ing the first Saturday of every month at

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April showers bring out the flowers

Go on a robot-building adventure Sign up beginning Saturday, April 18 for “You, Robot! Take Me to the Library!”

The fun is for ages 8–14 Saturday, May 2 at Book Patch Library, 1–2:30 p.m.

Space is limited for events. Except for the book club (in-person registration required) and teen takeovers (no registration needed), register at JBLMmwr.com/libraries via the Calendar of Events. For details, call McChord Library (253-982-3454), Grandstaff Library (253-967-5533) or Book Patch (253-967-5533).

new with JBLM libraries Author visits JBLM, shares story of WWI service dog

By Sgt. Ryan Hallock, 19th Public Affairs Detachment

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oday, we understand the ways that service animals improve the mental health of Soldiers in war zones. There is a comfort that comes from having an unfailingly loyal companion during such stressful times,” writes Ann Bausum in her National Geographic Kids book “Stubby the War Dog.” The award-winning author visited JBLM last month to share the true story of World War I’s “bravest dog” during the JBLM’s Reads finale event at the Club at McChord Field.

In 1917, Stubby deployed with his best friend, Pvt. James Robert Conroy, and the 102nd Infantry Regiment into the trenches of France, where the service dog instilled resilience into his fellow Soldiers.

Bausum served as the feature speaker of the event and spoke about Stubby’s life, military service and her inspirations to write a children and adult edition entitled “Sergeant Stubby: How a Stray Dog and His Best Friend Helped Win World War I and Stole the Heart of a Nation.”

“I think Stubby’s story is special because of how meaningful he was to the Soldiers who were around him during war time,” says Bausum. “It has helped me to understand the value of animals like that in war time, which we all know much better than we did 100 years ago.”

During Stubby’s time at war, he transitioned from a unit mascot to a military service dog, aiding medics in finding friendly survivors on the battlefield, signaling imminent gas attacks, and visiting with soldiers to boost morale.

“I think we’ve now begun to realize

Sgt. Ryan Hallock, 19th Public Affairs Detachment

Above, Emerson Hammond, whose father is retired military, shakes the paw of Dave the service dog at the JBLM Reads Finale event.

Right, award-winning author Ann Bausum shares the story of World War I service dog Sergeant Stubby. Bausum served as the feature speaker at the finale event and spoke about Stubby’s life, military service and her inspirations to write the Stubby books.

that dogs and other service animals don’t just work during war, they provide a sense of constancy, companionship, and trust,” says Bausum.

Melissa Duffy, a dog handler with Paws to Read, attended the event with her service dog, Delilah, and knows just how valuable companion dogs can be to Service Members.

“They’re definitely calming,” says Duffy of service dogs. “You don’t have to talk if you’re stressed out; they’re there and they understand you. They’re that comfort.”

Delilah, a mix of Great Dane and Collie, has visited nursing homes, Soldiers prior to deployment and children at

libraries — a dog Stubby would have been proud to serve alongside.

Those in attendance each received free, signed copies of the Stubby books and after Bausum’s presentation, got the opportunity to meet the author, who says it was “an awesome experience in the original sense of the word.”

“I’m awestruck to be on a base,” says Bausum. “It’s a real privilege and humbling to be around service men and women who have a far better understanding of what it means to be involved with combat than I ever can.”

For more information about upcoming JBLM library events, visit JBLMmwr.com/ libraries.

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