March 2011 JBLM MWR e-Focus

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

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MORE GREEN FUN: HEALTHY EATS ON BASE SPRING ADVENTURE TRIPS ST. PATTY’S DAY FUN RUN

$AVE GREEN TO BECOME A MILLIONAIRE

CLEANING GREEN GO GREEN AT ARTS & CRAFTS

Kids’ Fest

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FOCUS

CONTENTS FOOD & FUN

6–13

FAMILY & THE HOMEFRONT

14–19

ADVENTURES

20–25

FEELIN’ GOOD

26–27

LEARNING & EARNING

28–29

Good eats and special programs all over the base.

Fun activities and sports for youth, plus education and resources.

Experience the best of the Northwest with trips, travel and outdoor fun.

Inside info on feeling fit and staying strong.

Savings tips, recommended reads and more.

FROM THE COVER Photo by Toby Bartley

Go green with JBLM Family and MWR! Check out fun activities and events on page 8 the FOOD & FUN section; see golf specials on page 10. It’s a race for the finish in the St. Patty’s Day Fun Run on page 27. LEARNING & EARNING discusses how to save some green and how to make your own cleaning products (turn to page 28).

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March Madness deals & steals This month brings March Madness, and Heroes Sports Lounge is the place to watch the hardwood action! Even if you’re not a sports fan, you can take advantage of the deals at Heroes (page 7) and this month’s specials at the golf courses (page 10) and Arts & Crafts Centers (page 12).

Find out where to grab a quick bite to eat during the week (page 6), learn to go green with help from Family & MWR (page 8; and save some green, too—page 28), go on an outdoor adventure (page 20) and much more.

As always, this issue is full of special events—MMA action, a St. Patty’s Day Fun Run and, to kick off the Month of the Military Child, Kids’ Fest. You’ll find a complete calendar of special events at JBLMmwr.com.

As always, your comments are important to us and help us improve services and facilities available to you. I invite you to share your feedback at https://ice.disa.mil.

Sincerely, William E. Harvey Director, Family & MWR at JBLM

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

William E. Harvey

Creative director Toby Bartley Promotions director Editor

Kelly Wetzel

Kimberly Rowe

Graphic designers

Jessica Gomez, Johanna Krause and Denise MacDonald

Writer/graphic designer

Patti Jeffrey

Contributing photographers Toby Bartley, Emiliano Hernandez, Minerva Hohaia and Ethan Newberry For commercial sponsorship or advertising inquiries, please contact: Carly Michael at 253-966-2256 or 253-324-0562.

Submissions: kimberly.rowe@us.army.mil 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 FMWR, 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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New ways to satisfy your appetite Lunch is served, and dinner, too Whether you have time to enjoy the waterfront view or just a few minutes to pick up lunch and go, check out the Bistro at Russell Landing.

Located on the shores of American Lake at Lewis North, the Bistro serves lunch during the week, including quick curbside pickup. Call ahead for pickup or reservations: 253-964-2813.

The Bistro is also open for dinner Fridays and Saturdays. The menu includes a variety of sandwiches, salads, pizza, desserts and more. For a complete menu and operating hours, visit JBLMmwr.com.

Authentic German Buffet Feast on schnitzel, bratwurst and more international favorites at the allyou-can-eat German Buffet Thursday, March 17, 5–8 p.m. at American Lake Community Center at Lewis North. Reservations are recommended. For prices and reservations, call 253-964-1209.

Get your favorites hot off the grill!

Serving breakfast and lunch during the week, 7 a.m.–1 p.m., Madigan Café is home to the famous Latino platter. Other hot-off-the-grill items include your favorite breakfasts as well as burgers and sandwiches. For details, call 253-964-4054.

Bring family to taco bar night Don’t feel like cooking? Get out of the house for a family dinner Wednesday nights at the McChord Club. The weekly Family Taco Feed is 4:30–6:30 p.m., and costs $3 for club members, $6 for nonmembers, $2 for ages 6–10 and free for ages 5 and younger. Call 253-982-5581 for more information.

See what’s new at the P&D!

MWR activities

Date & time

Location

Phone number

Two-fer Tuesday

Tuesdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

McChord Field Club

253-982-5581

2-for-1 Steak Night

Friday, March 18, 4–8 p.m.

McChord Field Club

253-982-5581

Dinner special

Fridays, 5–8 p.m.

McChord Field Club

253-982-5581

Weekly lunch buffet

Tuesday–Friday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

McChord Field Club

253-982-5581

First Friday

Friday, March 4, 4–6 p.m.

McChord Field Club

253-982-5581

St. Patrick’s day luncheon buffet

Thursday, March 17, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Madigan Café

253-964-4054

For a complete list of upcoming events, check out the web calendar at JBLMmwr.com. Turn to page 30 for MWR facility phone listings.

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Check out the McChord Pub & Deli’s digs Friday and Saturday, 4 p.m. to midnight. There’s XBox gaming, pool, darts, 10’x12’ big-screen and TVs, plus 13 drafts on tap, pizzas, burgers, nachos, deli sandwiches and more. The P&D is conveniently located in building 1146 off Barnes Blvd. Call 253-982-7200 for more information.

Bowl Arena Lanes snack bar Drop in anytime for hot, quick eats such as nachos and pizza from the snack bar at Bowl Arena Lanes. For more information, call 253-967-4661.

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Shop ‘til you drop at the Spring Flea Market Find the perfect lamp for your guest room, a bookcase for your study or that elusive item you’ve been looking for to decorate your living room. Shop the day away at the American Lake Community Center’s Spring Flea Market Saturday, March 5, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For details, call 253-967-6772.

Battle Bean offers coffee, Wi-Fi & more Grab your fuel—a cup o’ joe, specialty drink, breakfast, lunch or a quick snack—at one of JBLM’s Battle Bean Coffee Shops featuring the Battle Bean brand, proudly roasted at JBLM. The five locations—AFC Arena and Stone Education Center at Lewis Main, the Battle Bean trailer at Lewis North and Café Lancelatte and Buster’s at McChord Field—serve specialty drinks and food; coffee beans are also available for purchase. The AFC Arena location offers a comfortable café and onsite Wi-Fi, while the Stone Education Center and Lewis North trailer locations offer quick, convenient stops for your caffeine fixes. Try take-away breakfast and lunch at Café Lancelatte and breakfast at Buster’s on the flightline.

For location information, turn to page 30. For more information about Battle Bean Coffee brand, visit JBLMmwr.com.

Plan your dream vacation at JBLM Travel Show Join travel industry experts and Leisure Travel Services at AFC Arena, Bldg. 2275 at Lewis Main, at the 2011 Passport to Travel Show. Start planning the trip of a lifetime Wednesday, March 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (see ad on page 28 for details).

LTS is also an authorized TicketMaster location. Purchase tickets for upcoming sporting events, concerts, comedy shows and more (tickets subject to availability). For more information, call 253-967-3085.

Sports action at Heroes Heroes Sports Lounge is the place to catch the latest UFC action. Drop in Saturday, March 19 for UFC 128; doors open at 6 p.m. and the fights start at 7 p.m.

Celebrate the end of the work week at Finally Friday! with draft deals, cheap eats and karaoke each week, 4–9 p.m. For more information, call 253-964-0331.

Also view at McChord’s Pub & Deli at 7 p.m.

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ho needs a spring break? We all do! If you’re craving a “green” fix, Family and MWR has prime choices this month for outdoor activities.

Spring outings to get you started From one-day breathers to Northwest getaways, the Northwest Adventure Center is offering fresh new trips this month. Find your thrill outside with: • A waterfall tour along the historic Columbia River Highway

• An outing to Pike Place Market and a ride into the water on the “Duck” • A tranquil kayak paddle around Hope Island in Puget Sound and on Lake Union in Seattle • A scenic horseback ride around Leavenworth • Hikes to the Ape Caves near Mount St. Helens, Franklin Falls in the Cascades, Sul Duc Hot Springs in the Olympics, and a bike-and-hike trip along the

Carbon River near Mount Rainier • Bottom fishing at Westport on the Pacific Ocean For trip details, turn to the “Adventures” section beginning on page 20.

Need outdoor gear? No problem If you crave to get out on your own adventure, don’t let lack of cash for outdoor equipment keep you at home.

Even if you don’t own a mountain bike, canoe, kayak or backpacking or sports gear, you can rent top-quality equipment at either the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North or Adventures Unlimited at McChord Field.

Choose from a huge array of rentals for a day to a week while you enjoy your days off in the great outdoors.

When you’re ready to buy your own gear, stop by the Northwest Adventure Center’s sales store first. You can’t beat the huge inventory at deep discounts for getting what you want.

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Even though wind and rain storms made golfing a bit difficult on Whispering Firs’ and Eagles Prides’ greens at the height of winter, both golf courses are primed for a milder season.

With the first signs of spring come opportunities for more play and competitions. Check out page 10 to learn all about Whispering Firs’ Customer Appreciation Week and the 7th Annual Spring Break competition.

It’s also prime time to sharpen your game and edge out the competition with individual lessons from a golf pro at either Whispering Firs or Eagles Pride.

Left: Get out and see the Evergreen State on a number of local trails. Right: Dine alfresco at the Bistro at Russell Landing while you savor tasty and healthy lunches.

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Fresh, healthy eating is easy choice Join the healthy lunch bunch You’ll find a delicious variety of healthy and “lite” lunches at JBLM Lewis and McChord Field.

Even when you avoid ordering food with descriptions such as “fried,” “grilled,” “breaded” and “battered,” you can still fill up and be satisfied.

Soups, sandwiches and salads are the top choices on healthy lunch menus. Pair your meal with fresh seasonal fruit, and you have a powerhouse combination.

Choose from these favorites: • The Bistro at Russell Landing offers gourmet vegetable and caprese lunch sandwiches with soup or a fresh green side salad.

• The Globemaster Grill inside the McChord Club offers gourmet salads and deli sandwiches.

• Choose from daily soup and salad specials at Bowl Arena Lanes at Lewis Main.

• For light deli-style lunches and soups, drop

by Café Lancelatte inside the Customer Service Mall in Bldg. 100 at McChord or Battle Bean inside AFC Arena at Lewis.

• Sounders Lanes’ Strike Zone offers large fresh dinner salads, chef salads, chicken salads and chicken or beef taco salads as part of its daily menu.

• You can find an all-you-can-eat soup and salad bar at Cascade Community Center.

• Habañero Mexican Grill at Whispering Firs Golf Course at McChord Field offers madeto-order chicken or beef taco salads and soup of the day.

For dining options, visit JBLMmwr.com under Dining.

Your high adventure begins here!

• Bungee jumping • White-water rafting • Scuba diving • Parasailing • Skydiving • ORV park,

Combine it with exercise

& more!

Take an hour for sweat and fun January’s Aerobathon showed you what’s available for fun workouts all over Joint Base Lewis-McChord. Keep the fun going wherever you are on JBLM. McChord Field Fitness Annex offers cardio kickboxing, cycling bike (spin), fitness readiness, pilates (core conditioning), yoga and zumba.

Lewis Fitness & Sports Centers offer all that McChord offers, plus classes in belly dance, total body conditioning, hips, butts & guts, body sculpting, speed & agility, CrossFit, and indoor swimming at the pools.

What’s so special about these workouts?

They’re absolutely free, taught by certified volunteer instructors who are motivated to give you their best, and are offered at a variety of convenient locations from morning to evening Monday to Friday.

Other ways to work it out Register for fun runs, mountain bike racing, intramural sports and more this month. Find all the details on page 27.

For other activities such as bowling, roller skating and blading, climbing walls and towers (for youth and adults), scuba diving and ORV sporting, find complete info online at JBLMmwr.com.

The Outdoor Recreation Program is here for you!

We provide services to Soldiers, Airmen, family members & sponsored friends.

We also provide FRG, unit & squadron trips, clinics, camps, rentals, outdoor store, shooting ranges & more.

We’re located in Bldg. 8050, Lewis North & Bldg. 739, McChord Field.

Drop in or call us today: Information/rental 253-967-7744/8282

Skeet Range 253-967-7056

Adventure Programs 253-967-6263

Russell Landing Marina 253-967-2510

Adventures Unlimited (McChord Field rentals) 253-982-2206/2303 Rifle Range 253-967-9803

Paintball 253-912-8000 Scuba 253-967-3405

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Annual

Spring Break Compete in the annual Spring Break March 19–20 at Whispering Firs Golf Course.

Compete for annual greens fee, good at both Whispering Firs and Eagles Pride Golf courses.

Cost: $100; Pre-registration deadline: March 18 Register at the course.

The competition is open to all eligible golfers with GHIN handicap. Call the pro shop at 253-982-4927 for details.

Come in to the Whispering Firs pro shop Thursday, March 17 for our St. Patrick’s Day Sale—wear green to save green on select items.

March golf specials Take advantage of combo greens fees, half cart and hot dog for $26 weekdays, excluding holidays and tournaments.

March Madness Week is March 14–18 with daily specials: • Enjoy all-day greens fees March 14 with unlimited golf for $14.

• Save with Super Twilight greens fees all day March 15.

• Save 10% off lunch in Habañero Mexican Grill March 16.

• Get two-for-one regularly priced greens fees March 17 (one com- plimentary greens fee when a second of equal or greater value is purchased).

• Golf with half-price power carts March 18.

Greens aerification is March 28–April 1.

Need to brush up or want to learn in time for summer? Golf lessons are available from LPGA Life Master Professional. Check with the pro shop for details.

Perfect your game at Eagles Pride Golf Course Perfect your swing one of two ways: golf lessons or a trip to the driving range. Individual and group golf lessons are available at Eagles Pride Golf Course. Two professionals on staff can give you lessons — one is PGA-certified and the other is certified with the Korea Golf Association and the World Golf Association. Call today to schedule your lesson and you’ll be on the way to a better golf game.

The driving range boasts lights and heat, so rainy weather can’t keep you from hitting a bucket of range balls. Range balls are available at the driving range or may be purchased at the Pro Shop for additional savings.

Schedule your next tee time faster with WebTrac and TeleTrac. Once registered online at JBLMmwr.com (click on WebTrac/Online Registration), you can also rent outdoor equipment, pay your child care bill, sign up and pay for adventure trips and register for sports and fitness events. at JBLM 10

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Go green for Arts & Crafts St. Paddy’s Day Special Feeling lucky? Come in to McChord Arts & Crafts and ask to pick a number out of our Pot o’ Gold Thursday, March 17. It’s your chance to receive 10 or 15 percent off framing, embroidery or engraving orders. Applies to service fees only.

Wear a bit ‘o green or drive your green car to the Auto Center and receive $1 off a lift or stall fee March 17.

Do it creatively for less Get crafty at Saturday workshops Learn how to make paper, create beaded and wire jewelry, emboss paper designs, create journals and more at a two-hour Saturday craft class each month. Interested? Talk to your friends about signing up for a class of your choice! Call 253-982-6726 for class information.

Learn to mat, frame Save time and money by learning how to make your own mats and frames for art prints, photos, certificates and more.

Sign up for the JBLM Arts & Crafts Centers beginning matting and framing courses for individualized hands-on instruction. McChord’s Arts & Crafts Center offers classes upon request; Lewis’ Arts & Crafts Center offers a class Wednesday afternoons when requested.

More advanced classes are offered at McChord Field, including creating a shadow box and designer cuts.

Students must preregister and prepay for all classes. For details, call McChord at 253-982-6726 or Lewis at 253-967-5001.

Personalize it!

Get creative at the Arts & Crafts Center. Not only can you sign up for matting and framing classes to learn the skills yourself, but the professionals can also mat and frame your favorite photos. The framed works of art and plaques are perfect gifts for promotions, farewells and more. Additionally, you can create personalized gifts with your favorite photo, unit crest or organization logo embroidered, engraved or screen printed. Personalize anything from T-shirts, coffee mugs and bags to plaques and glass. For more information call 253-967-5001 or 253-982-6726.

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Take care of your vehicle for less JBLM Auto Centers are an inexpensive alternative to changing your oil in the driveway or having a shop charge you for labor. Learn how to do it yourself with professional equipment and safe disposal of used fluids.

McChord’s Auto Center offers a lube and oil change class for $25 or a car check-up class for $20; supplies are extra. After your class, you can do it yourself with a minimal charge for a lift.

To make an appointment for a class, call McChord Auto Center at 253-982-7226.

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Same old weekend? Liven it up!

Get your thrills at Bowl Arena Lanes

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Stop by Bowl Arena Lanes at Lewis Main for Xtreme Bowling, league opportunities, a quick lunch and specials.

Retirees can enjoy 75-cent games and 75cent shoes Mondays, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

All other patrons can bowl for $1.50 per game (plus $1.75 shoe rental) at the same time.

Swing by Wednesdays, 6:30–8:30 p.m. for all-you-can-eat pizza and bowling for just $9! Prepay to guarantee your lane; shoes not included.

A Night @ the Improv The Community Center is offering a night of fun at Jet City Improv in Seattle Saturday, March 12. The $15 fee includes round-trip transportation and tickets.

Call 253-982-0718 by March 7 to register and for more information.

McChord Field Brewfest The Home Brew Competition is Friday, March 25, 4:30–10 p.m. Submit brews to the community center through March 12. Also compete for the “Best of JBLM” at Brewfest 2011. For entry details, call the event coordinator at 253-9820718 or download entry information and rules from JBLMmwr.com.

Twisted Flicks The Community Center is offering another night of fun at Jet City Improv in Seattle Saturday, March 26. The $15 fee includes round-trip transportation and tickets. Call 253-982-0718 by March 21 to register and for more information.

The Surf Spot Available to JBLM personnel 18 and older, the Surf Spot is a kickin’ fast free Wi-Fi hot spot. Bring your laptop for convenient web access or use one of six PCs on the bar. Also check out the Xbox gaming consoles and game tables, relax on a sofa and take a break. One of the best quality-of-life services at McChord Field!

Skate and blade at AFC Arena Lace up your skates or blades and roll around the rink at AFC Arena.

Check out specials for families, active duty and civilians, plus hours of operation at JBLMmwr.com. Adult skate night features R&B and old school jams every Sunday, 5–10 p.m.

The cost is $3.50 to skate or $4.50 to blade. For more information, call 253-967-4458.

Call BOSS DD Van for no-hassle ride If you need a free, no-questionsasked ride home from on-base clubs, call the BOSS DD Van at 253-208-9169.

The JBLM BOSS Team operates a Designated Driver Van on base Friday and Saturday nights. Volunteer Soldiers and Airmen drive the van between barracks/on-base housing and JBLM clubs from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m.

To volunteer with the Designated Driver Van or to learn other ways to get involved with the BOSS Team, call 253-967-5636.

Battle on the Base brings MMA cage-fighting action to JBLM Cage Warrior Combat, with Family and MWR and the BOSS program, is proud to present Battle on the Base!

A night of explosive MMA action at Soldiers Field House is Saturday, March 12. There will be six amateur bouts

and six professional fights along with special guest appearances and autograph signings with UFC veterans!

Doors open at 6 p.m.; fights start at 7.

Tickets on sale now at Leisure Travel Services ($15 general admission; $35

reserved; $50 VIP).

Stop by the Lewis Main PX Friday, March 11 at 4 p.m. for weigh-ins and autographs! For more information, visit cagewarriorcombat.com or follow on Twitter @CageWarriorCmbt.

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Spring Break Performance Workshop Sign up your kids ages 7–18 for a weeklong workshop to write and rehearse a show that will be performed twice at Kids’ Fest Thursday, March 31.

The workshop meets March 28–April 1, 1–4 p.m. at Bowl Arena Lanes’ party room.

Instructors Paul and Elizabeth Stierle, prominent local “edu-tainers,” take their program to schools and recreation programs along the entire West Coast. Workshop attendees will write songs, skits, jokes and dance routines, put together costumes and set pieces and perform two shows on the Kids’ Fest stage. Performers each receive a CD of the music they create during the week.

(For more details about the instructors, visit http://beep.8k.com/index.html.)

The cost is $40 per child. Register in person at Bowl Arena Lanes. Space is limited; sign up early. For more information, visit JBLMmwr.com.

Fun at McChord Field youth center Are you a student in the 6th through 12th grades?

Join the JBLM Youth Center at McChord Field! Here are a few highlighted activities: • Celebrate March birthdays Friday, March 4, 4–5 p.m.

Enjoy dessert, food and fun on the giant inflatables.

• Have fun at the St. Patrick’s Day Social Thursday, March 17, 3–5:30 p.m. Join us for music, fun and refreshments!

• See the movie of the month Friday, March 18, 5:30–8 p.m. Join others for a special movie and pizza.

• Attend Teen Late Night Saturday, March 19, 7–10 p.m.

Join youth center teens for a night of music, pizza, games and a chance to meet new friends.

For more information, call 253-982-2203.

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Swing for the fences!

There’s still time to register your baseball and T-ball players for the spring season.

Register youth 3–4 (T-ball) and 5–15 (baseball) through March 10 for $60.

Upcoming sports camps include wrestling, soccer and flag football. For details and registration requirements, visit JBLMmwr.com or call 253-967-2405.

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Thursday, March 31 1 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

AFC Arena & Bowl Arena Lanes There will be activities and entertainment about the past and the future.

Free displays, bouncy houses, and free family bowling at Bowl Arena Lanes.

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Gain the EDGE! and get HIRED! JBLM youth are invited to Experience. Develop. Grow. Excel.

EDGE! offers art, fitness, life skills and adventure activities for youth ages 6–18. For more information, call 253-967-5265.

Additionally, JBLM teens can get career-exploration opportunities and gain experience with the HIRED! Apprenticeship Program. Call 253-967-4694 for information on the next training session.

Sign up for fun classes with the SKIESUnlimited Youth Academy The winter quarter of the SKIESUnlimited Youth Academy is in full swing!

A variety of classes in the schools of academics, arts, life skills and sports are available for infants and parents through teens. Sign up for creative arts, traditional Okinawan Shorinryu Karatedo, boxing, gymnastics and much more.

SKIESUnlimited can even host your child’s birthday party! Check out this month’s highlights; for a complete calendar visit JBLMmwr.com. For registra-

tion information, call 253-966-CYSS.

Piano lessons Individual 30-minute lessons are offered four times per month at the McChord Field Youth Center. For more information, call 253-535-1597.

Dance Academy Learn the fundamentals of dance with one of these classes: Parent & Me Movement, ballet/jazz, ballet, jazz/ hip-hop and Dance Around the World.

Family Child Care It’s a perfect career choice for military spouses!

Become a Family Child Care provider and earn money while caring for JBLM children—and your own—in on-base housing. FCC provides free training as well as free childcare while you become a certified provider. Training and experience gained through the FCC program is transferable to working in a child development center.

Additionally, FCC has initiated an amnesty program in order to decrease the risk of child abuse and neglect in unauthorized care. It allows individuals who aren’t certified FCC providers (but are regularly caring for children in privatized housing) an opportunity to register with CYS Services without penalty. If you’re currently providing unauthorized childcare in your home, call the FCC Program for details on how you can become certified, or pick up an application in Building 2013B (Pendleton & 3rd Ave.) at Lewis Main.

The next orientation is March 8, 6–8 p.m. with provisional classes following.

For additional information, call 253-967-3039.

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Dance classes are offered at a variety of days and times for youth and teens. For more information, e-mail dance_ duquet@yahoo.com.

Karate Receive quality martial arts instruction and gain positive characteristics such as confidence, self-discipline and respect. Classes are offered for various levels and ages throughout the week. For more information, call 253-377-7893.

Registration is free & easy!

Register for Child, Youth and School Services and sign up for youth sports, SKIESUnlimited classes and more with a quick visit to JBLMmwr. com. With WebTrac, you can place your family on child care/school-age care waiting lists, reserve hourly care and contact managers. You’ll have access to receipts, annual statements for income taxes and calendars showing CYS Services activities for your child. Questions? Call Parent Central Services at 253-966-CYSS.

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Guidance & support

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Support and guidance to the JBLM military community is provided by Army Community Service, the Airman & Family Readiness Center and the Escape Zone.

Financial Readiness The Financial Readiness Program offers education, counseling and support services to individual Soldiers and their Families to help them achieve personal financial readiness including living within their means and investing for the future.

March classes include: TSP & Other Retirement Savings Accounts: March 2, 1:30–3 p.m., Bldg. 2166 How to File Your Income Tax Return: March 3, 1–3 p.m., ACS/Waller Hall Lifecycle Financial Planning: March 4, 10–11:30 a.m., Bldg. 2166 Home Buying Workshop: March 10, 1:30–3 p.m., ACS/Waller Hall Credit Repair: March 11, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Waller Hall Investing for Retirement: March 14, 1:30–3 p.m., Bldg. 2166 Refinancing Your Mortgage: March 16, 1 - 2 p.m., Bldg. 2166 Car Buying Workshop: March 17, 1:30–3 p.m., ACS, Waller Hall Understanding Debt Management Strategies: March 18, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Waller Hall 18

How to File Your Income Tax Return: March 24, 1:30 –3:30 p.m., ACS, Waller Hall Coupon Sense: March 25, 9–11 a.m., ACS, Waller Hall Identity Theft: March 31, 1:30–3 p.m., ACS, Waller Hall To register or find out about more classes call 253-967-7166.

Relocation Program Services Whether you’re transitioning to or from JBLM, the Relocation Program is here to help you and your family make your transition smoother. For more information on program offerings, visit the Relocation office at ACS in Waller Hall or go to JBLMmwr.com.

International Spouse Orientation Adapting to a new country can be a challenge for both you and your family members. In addition to dealing with the stress associated with a normal relocation, foreignborn family members must also face

a complete cultural change, which often means learning a new language and new customs in order to “fit in.”

Army Community Service is sponsoring an International Spouse Orientation on Friday, March 4, 9–11:30 a.m.

Additionally, ACS encourages you to contact the Relocation Readiness Program in Bldg. 2140, Waller Hall if you need help with specific issues. To register for the International Spouse Orientation, call 253-966-6338 or just come by the office today.

Newcomers’ Orientation Find out about programs and services on JBLM at the Newcomers’ Orientation. Spouses are encouraged to attend.

The next briefing is held at the American Lake Community Center on Tuesday, March 29 at 8:30 a.m. For more details, call 253-967-3628.

Family Welcome Brief Learn what to do your first week at JBLM! Attend the Family Welcome Brief at the JBLM Reception Center,

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Interview: March 16, 1–3 p.m.

Microsoft Outlook 2007: March 16, 1–4 p.m.

Key Spouse CORE Training: March 17, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Microsoft Word 2007 Intermediate: March 17, 1–4 p.m.

For more information on Airman & Family Readiness workshops, call 253-982-2695.

Escape Zone The Escape Zone offers scheduled activities for parents and children ages 5 and younger.

Events for March include: Story Time: March 2, 9–10 a.m.

Work on Your ABCs: March 4 & 14, 9–11 a.m.

Look at Me Photo Frame: March 7, 9–11 a.m.

Finger Painting: March 9, 9–11 a.m.

Open Play: March 11 Bldg. 3655, offered Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:45–11:15 a.m. For more information, call 253-967-3628.

PCS to Germany This briefing prepares service members and their families for their assignment to Germany. Next briefing is Wednesday, March 2. For more information, call 253-967-3550.

PCS to Korea Have orders for Korea? Get prepared at the Tuesday, March 15 briefing. For more information call 253-967-3633.

Army Family Team Building Learn about how to survive and thrive in today’s Army with Army Family Team Building classes. The next Level I class is Tuesday, March 8 through Wednesday, March 9 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and the next Level II class is Tuesday, March 22 through Thursday, March 24 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. For more information, call 253-967-2382 or visit JBLMmwr.com.

Airman & Family Readiness Center Located in Bldg. 552 at McChord Field, the Airman & Family Readiness Center offers an array of classes and

Color Shamrock Photo Magnet: March 16, 9–11:30 a.m.

St. Patrick’s Day Pot Luck: March 18, 9–11 a.m.

Number Fun: March 21, 9–11 a.m.

seminars each month.

March classes include:

Coping with Temper Tantrums: March 23, 9–11 a.m.

Federal Resume Writing & Job Search: March 1, 1–3 p.m.

Music with Hand Bells: March 25, 9–11 a.m.

Resume Writing: March 2, 1–3 p.m.

Hat Day: March 28, 9–11 a.m.

Bundles for Babies: March 3, 9 a.m. to noon Pre-Separation Briefing: March 8, 22 & 29, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

3-Day TAP Workshop: March 9–11, 23–25 & March 30–April 1 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Applying for Defense Contractor Jobs: March 15, 1–3 p.m.

Microsoft Excel 2007 Intermediate: March 15, 1–4 p.m.

Smooth Move Workshop: March 16, 9–11 a.m.

Chalk Art: March 30, 9–11 a.m.

For more information, call 253-982-8590.

Save the Date!

JBLM Parent University Friday, April 15, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

North Fort Chapel

Guest speaker: Dr. Matthew Johnson, author of “Positive Parenting with a Plan” Lunch and childcare will be provided.

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Adventures

Outdoor adventure trip

Date

Ice skating at Sprinker Rec Center

Have fun on the slopes

Cost

Details

Friday, March 4

$20

$18 ages 6–17; $15 ages 5 & younger

Waterfall tour

Saturday, March 5

$55

Ski & snowboard Crystal

Saturday, March 5

$35

Transportation only: $16

Bungee jumping

Sunday, March 6

$125

Minimum weight/age: 90 lbs/16

Ski & snowboard White Pass

Sunday, March 6

$45

Transportation only: $30

Pike Place Market/Ride the Duck

Sunday, March 6

$45

$35 ages 3–12, $30 ages 2 & younger

included but can be purchased at the

Military Appreciation Day at Crystal

Friday, March 11

$35

Transportation only: $16

mountain. Try all these destinations for

Reflection Lake Snowshoe

Saturday, March 12

$35

Minimum age: 16

different challenges. Here’s the line-up:

Ski & snowboard White Pass

Saturday, March 12

$45

Transportation only: $30

Snowmobile the Cascades

Saturday, March 12

$170

Minimum age: 12. Passengers: $70

Bella Donna snowshoe Leavenworth

Sunday, March 13

$50

Minimum age: 8

Hope Island kayak

Sunday, March 13

$40

Minimum age: 15

Horseback riding

Sunday, March 13

$80

Minimum age: 7

Westport bottom fishing

Saturday, March 19

$110

Tubing at the Summit

Saturday, March 19

$35

$30 ages 6–12; $15 ages 0–5

Franklin Falls hike

Sunday, March 20

$30

Minimum age: 8

Ski & snowboard Crystal

Sunday, March 20

$35

Transportation only: $16

Ski & snowboard Mission & Stevens March 19–20

Rubber Stamp & Paper Arts Festival

Saturday, March 26

$30

Ape Cave interpretive hike

Saturday, March 26

$45

Winter Kayak Lake Union

Saturday, March 26

$35

Crabbing at Westport

Sunday, March 27

$35

Carbon River Trail bike & hike

Sunday, March 27

$30

Sul Duc Hot Springs

Sunday, March 27

$50

Join us for trips to some of the hot-

$300 single; $250 pp double-occupancy; $230 ppr triple-occupancy; $215 pp quad; register before March 10

Minimum age: 12

$45 ages 4–12; $35 ages 0–5

Preregistration is required for all trips; prices and schedule subject to change without notice. Register through WebTrac (visit JBLMmwr.com) or at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North. Trip pick-up locations are the NAC and McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited. Group rates/private trips available. We’ll visit FRG meetings or unit functions.

Details: call 253-967-6263 This trip especially accommodates people with exceptional needs

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Popular family trip

Ladies-only trip

test places to ski and snowboard. You’ll be fitted for gear when you sign up for the trip. Transportation and gear are included in the trip fee. Lift tickets are not

• Crystal Mountain Saturday, March 5 or Sunday, March 20. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 6:45 a.m. or McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 7 a.m. ($35; transportation only, $16) • White Pass Sunday, March 6 or Saturday, March 12. White Pass has more than 45 trails accessible by eight lifts that provide a fun experience for all skill levels. Meet at McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 6 a.m. or at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 6:15 a.m. ($45; transportation only, $30) • Mission and Stevens Saturday, March 19 through Sunday, March 20. Ever

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Join Northwest Adventure Center guides outside Whether you’re up for an outdoor adventure that gets you outside enjoying the snow or one that keeps you warm, there are many options on this month’s calendar! This winter, JBLM adventure guides will safely lead you to fun destinations across the Evergreen state and beyond.

• Half-price skiing or snowboarding Friday, March 11 for Military Appreciation Day at Crystal! Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis

Try out other snow sports Snowshoe the trail from Narada Falls to Reflection Lake Saturday, March 12 for a breathtaking experience in a winter snow-capped forest. The minimum age is 16 for this moderately difficult trek. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 9:15 a.m. or McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 9:30 a.m. Guide, gear, instruction and transportation are provided. ($35)

Snowmobile the Cascades Enjoy three hours of excitement snowmobiling through the Cascades Saturday, March 12! Dress in layers — ski wear, boots, gloves, hat, goggles and sunglasses are ideal. All drivers must carry a valid driver’s license. Minimum rider age is 12. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 7 a.m. or McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 7:15 a.m. Transportation, snowmobile, helmet and snowsuit are provided. ($170; passengers $70)

Adventure guide Erika Stadulis Erika Stadulis is a member of the Washington Air National Guard, is married to an Army Combat Medic and spent her childhood as the ultimate military brat with her Air Force mother and Army father.

Stadulis graduated with a degree in environmental science from the University of Washington and attended National Outdoor Leadership School. She has kayaked in Alaska, backcountry skied in Wyoming and canyoneered in Utah.

Her favorite place is the North Cascades.

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North at 6:45 a.m. or McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 7 a.m. ($35; transportation only, $16)

Adventure guide Robert Conrad Robert Wade Conrad has been working with military families for more than 13 years. He spent most of that time working with military teens in Germany, England and here at JBLM. Conrad has planned outdoor adventure trips around the globe and loves to share the joy of discovery. He’s an avid snowboarder, mountain biker, backpacker and day tripper.

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want to ski or snowboard the east and west sides of the Cascades? Saturday, you’ll head to Mission Ridge outside of Wenatchee, where there are more than 36 designated runs on 2,000 acres of terrain. Sunday, you’ll travel to Stevens Pass on the west side of the Cascades. Stevens Pass is one of the Northwest’s premier resorts offering 10 lifts, 37 primary runs and more than 1,125 acres of skiable terrain.

Don’t miss out on this amazing deal! Package includes transportation, lodging and lift tickets. Trip departs JBLM Saturday; meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 5:30 a.m. or McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 5:45 a.m.

(The cost: $300 single room; $250 per person for double-occupancy; $230 per person for triple-occupancy; $215 per person in a four-person room. Participants must register before March 10.)

Brad Hinton has loved the outdoors his entire life and enjoys sharing his experiences with others. He’s worked to maintain hiking trails in the Olympic Peninsula and has driven tour buses throughout the state of Alaska.

Hinton graduated with a degree in Outdoor Recreation from Central Washington University.

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Adventure guide Bradley Hinton

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Adventures

Ape Cave interpretive hike

Bungee jumping

Let us take you to the Ape Caves near Mount St. Helens Saturday, March 26. Travel 1.5 miles along a trail that leads into several lava tubes, and explore an area that sunlight has not touched for more than 2,000 years, scrambling over and under lava formations. Bring warm clothes; the average year-round temperature is 42 degrees! Meet at McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 8 a.m. or at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 8:15 a.m. The cost includes transportation, head lamp, park entrance fee and guided hike. ($45)

If adrenaline is what you crave, head to the base of Mount St. Helens Sunday, March 6 to bungee jump off the highest bungee bridge in the U.S. — a full 20 stories high! Minimum weight/ age is 90 lbs, age 16. Meet at McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 9 a.m. or at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 9:15 a.m. Trip includes transportation, two jumps and a T-shirt. ($125)

Bella Donna Snowshoe Women and girls ages 8 and older, come together for an easy Bella Donna snowshoe in Leavenworth Sunday, March 13. Explore Leavenworth’s Waterfront Park; then grab a bite to eat.

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Carbon River Trail bike & hike Join us Sunday, March 27 for mountain biking through the Mount Rainier National Park following the Carbon River five miles toward Carbon Glacier.

Bicyclists only share the road with pedestrians. ($30)

Crabbing at Westport Come with us to the coast for a day of crabbing Sunday, March 27. Westport’s bountiful waters and festive atmosphere make it an ideal destination. Participants are responsible for providing their own crabbing license, lunch and means of transporting the

crab home. Meet at McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 8 a.m. or at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 8:15 a.m. The fee includes transportation, crabbing gear and bait. ($35)

Franklin Falls Hike Join other trekkers Sunday, March 20, for an easy hike through oldgrowth forest to Franklin Falls. Remember your rain jacket, layers and a sack lunch. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 9:15 a.m. or McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 9:30 a.m. The minimum age is 8. Trip fee includes transportation and guided hike. ($30)

Ice skating at Sprinker Rec Join a fun family evening trip to the indoor ice arena at Sprinker Recreation Center Friday, March 4. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 7 p.m. or McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 7:15 p.m. Trip includes transportation, skate rental and admission. ($20 adults; $18 youth 6–17; $15 ages 5 and younger).

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Explore the lava tubes of Ape Caves near Mount St. Helens Saturday, March 26.

Hope Island kayak Kayak and explore Hope Island’s beaches and tide pools Sunday, March 13. Hope Island offers visitors the opportunity to see a variety of wildlife in their natural habitat such as bald eagles, harbor seals and starfish. The minimum age is 15. ($40)

Horseback riding Head with us to Elbe, located on the outskirts of Mount Rainier National Park, for a two-hour guided horseback ride Sunday, March 13. No experience is necessary to participate in this trip. Bring the family along; children ages 7 and older are welcome. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 9 a.m. or McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 9:15 a.m. ($80 per person)

Pike Place Market/Ride the Ducks Take a tour Sunday, March 6 on an amphibious World War-II vehicle — the Duck — to see the Emerald City from both land and water! Then explore the Pike Place Market for all it has to offer.

Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 9 a.m. or McChord

Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 9:15 a.m. The cost includes transportation and tickets ($45 adults; $35 children ages 3–12; $30 ages 2 & younger).

Rubber stamp and paper arts festival Head to Portland for one of the biggest Rubber Stamp and Paper Arts Festivals in the Pacific Northwest Saturday, March 26. Meet at McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 8:15 a.m. or at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 8:30 a.m. The cost includes round-trip transportation and admission fee. ($30)

Sol Duc Hot Springs How’d you like to take a soak at Sol Duc Hot Springs in the Olympic National Forest? Join us Sunday, March 27 for a dip in three mineral hot spring soaking pools and one freshwater pool.

Temperatures vary between the pools allowing you to find the perfect one in which to relax. Each mineral pool is drained and cleaned nightly to allow for the health and safety of all guests.

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Get in on sporting clays fun shoot Test your skills at the monthly sporting clays fun shoot! The Saturday, March 5 event is at 10:30 a.m. at the Shotgun Shooting Complex (Lewis Main); sign-up begins at 10 a.m. For more information, call 253-967-7056.

Wanna get away?

Escape the hustle and bustle without traveling far—reserve a lakeside cabin for a night’s stay at Lewis North. While you’re away from the daily grind, enjoy a relaxing view of American Lake from your cabin.

For rental information, call the Northwest Adventure Center at 253967-8282.

Explore the world with Leisure Travel Services Love the outdoors and want more ways to explore Washington, the region or the world? The professionals at Leisure Travel Services can help you plan an afternoon adventure, weekend getaway or even a longer vacation. Choose from destinations across the state and country or travel halfway around the world. Stop by AFC Arena, Building 2275 at Lewis Main, and start planning your vacation.

For more information, call Leisure Travel Services at 253-967-3085.

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The Saturday, March 5 waterfall tour includes Multnomah Falls, which plunges more than 620 feet from its origins.

Meet at McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 10 a.m. or at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 10:30 a.m. ($50 adults; $45 children ages 4–12; $35 ages 0–5)

Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 8:30 a.m. or McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 8:15 a.m.

The fee includes round-trip transportation. ($55)

Tubing at the Summit

Westport bottom fishing

Dress warmly and get ready for some wild rides Saturday, March 19!

Travel with us to the tubing hill at the Summit at Snoqualmie. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 8:45 a.m. or McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 9 a.m. Fee includes transportation and tubing fees. ($35 adults; $30 children 6–12; $15 ages 0–5)

Waterfall tour: Ride with us for group exploration Join us Saturday, March 5 to explore the greatest concentration of waterfalls in the continental United States—along the Historic Columbia River Highway, including Multnomah Falls plunging more than 620 feet from its origins. Enjoy lunch at Hood River before heading back home via the Bridge of the Gods. Meet at the

Are you ready to get out and fish?

Join us Saturday, March 19 for a chartered boat trip out of Westport, where rockfish and lingcod are always plentiful. Meet at McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 4:15 a.m. or at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 4:30 a.m. ($110)

Winter kayak Lake Union Bundle up and explore wintery Lake Union on an easy kayak paddle. Enjoy a view of Seattle from the water Saturday, March 26. No prior kayaking experience is required. Pack a lunch or bring money to buy lunch. Meet at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North at 10 a.m. or McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited at 10:30 a.m.

The fee includes transportation, kayak, safety equipment, dry suit and guided tour. The minimum age is 12. ($35)

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Look ahead to April adventures ...

Bungee jumping The brave will make the jump Saturday, April 9. For a complete trip description, see page 22.

Cross-country ski Icicle River Located in Leavenworth, this trail system is popular with families because of the dependable snow and gentle terrain. Join us Sunday, April 10. Difficulty: moderate. Distance/time: 5 miles/3 hours. Minimum age: 12. ($50)

Horseback riding Enjoy an afternoon ride in the shadows of Mount Rainier Saturday, April 9. For a complete trip description, see page 23.

Military Appreciation at Crystal You can ski or board Crystal Mountain for half-price Sunday, April 3. For a complete trip description, see page 21.

Moonlight snowshoe Gold Creek Pond Snowshoe on the Snoqualmie Pass by the light of the moon Saturday, April 2. Gear, guide, instruction and transportation are provided. Minimum age: 12. ($30)

Mount Hood ski weekend Spend the weekend (April 9–10) at beautiful Mount Hood located in northern Oregon. This nationally recognized ski resort offers skiing, snowshoeing, tubing and more. Fee includes transportation, lodging and one full-day lift ticket (a second discounted lift ticket is available at the slopes with military ID). ($225 per person staying in singleoccupancy room; $190 per person for double-occupancy; $185 per person for triple-occupancy; and $175 per person for four-person room)

Pike Place Market/Ride the Ducks Visit Seattle Sunday, April 3. For a complete trip description, see page 23.

Seattle Aquarium & Pike Place Market Explore these two Emerald City attractions Sunday, April 10. ($45 13 and older; $40 children 3–12; $25 children 2 and younger)

Ski and snowboard White Pass There’s another chance to hit the slopes Saturday, April 2. For a complete trip description, see page 20.

Westport bottom fishing Join us on a chartered boat trip Saturday, April 2. For complete trip description, see page at left.

For more details and a complete April calendar, visit JBLMmwr.com.

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Feelin’ good

by Thomas Ward, facility manager, McChord Fitness Center & Annex

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veryone extols the virtues of exercise, but many leave out the importance of nutrition. Maintaining a proper diet can be difficult even when you know what to eat, as nutritional labels aren’t all that easy to follow.

It’s well-known that most companies who market food products are out to make money rather than invest in consumer welfare. Government agencies have a vested interest in keeping these corporations in check; however, legal loopholes still exist.

The four government agencies all have different roles to play—the Federal Trade Commission regulates what advertisers say in the media; the Food and Drug Administration regulates what is printed on food labels (with the exception of meat and poultry); the United States Department of Agriculture regulates what is printed on the labels of meat and poultry; and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives regulates the print on alcoholic beverages.

There are established definitions for some words used in advertising, but not all.

Aside from these, consumers must educate themselves on how to read nutritional labels. Here are a few tips for reading those labels: • Nutrition serving size and servings per container are among the first things to look for. Companies may reduce the size of the serving on the label to reduce the calories reported their product.

• Also look for the amounts of total and unsaturated fats. Saturated fats are chemically unable to bind to any other molecule, which makes them hard to break down, but even harder to pull off artery walls.

• Even though a product may be low in calories, a simple calculation sometimes shows that up to 50 percent of a product’s calorie content comes from fat!

• Most nutritional labels are based on a 2,000-calorie diet; however, not everyone is on such a diet. The best way to figure out your caloric intake needs is to calculate how many calories you expend over the course of a day. Once you’ve determined your daily caloric needs, a comprehensive diet plan can begin.

For example, if you want to lose weight, you ideally should exercise to expend 300–500 calories per day (seven days per week) and decrease your nutritional intake by 300–500 calories per day. Approximately 7,000 calories are needed to be expended in order to lose 1.5–2 lbs. per week. A registered dietician can help if you have questions.

Here’s what other information on nutritional labels really means: • Low-calorie, reduced calorie, dietetic: Contains no more than 40 calories in a single serving or one-third fewer calories than the regular product.

• Light or “lite”: Currently there are no laws governing the use of this word. The product can be legally light in weight or light in color.

• Imitation: The product has been changed from the original recipe; it is a substitute for and resembles another food, but is nutritionally inferior (according to regulations) than the food it replaces.

• Sodium-free: Servings contain less than 5 mg of sodium.

• Low-sodium: Servings have no more than 140 mg of sodium.

• Very-low sodium: Servings have no more than 35 mg of sodium.

• Reduced sodium: Sodium is reduced by 25 percent compared to the product it

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replaces (the original sodium content may well be many times the recommended daily amount).

• Fortified or enriched: Vitamins and minerals are added because they were either missing initially or destroyed in the preparation of the product.

• No cholesterol: There isn’t any cholesterol in the product.

• Cholesterol-free: Less than 2 mg of cholesterol per serving.

• Low-fat: Food that contains less than 3g total fat for the referenced serving size.

• Fat-free: Has less than 0.5 gram of fat per serving.

• New: The product has changed substantially within the last six months

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Fun & Fitness

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Got muscle? Bench Press Championship 2011 is for you Join us for the 2011 JBLM Annual Bench Press competition at Soldiers Field House, 2nd Division & Handrich, Bldg. 3236 (Lewis Main) Saturday, April 2 at 11 a.m. Deadline for registration is March 21. For more information call 253-966-2631 or 253-967-5869.

Register for St. Patty’s Day Fun Run The Sports & Aquatics Branch invites lads and lassies to celebrate St. Patty’s Day with a fun 5K and 10K morning jog around the base.

Join us Saturday, March 12 at Cowan Stadium at Lewis Main. Register by noon Tuesday, March 8 online at JBLMmwr.com, or call 253-967-4768 for more information. Packet pick up is 7:30–8:45 a.m., and the race starts at 9 a.m. (no day-of-race registration).

Remember to bring your lucky charms and dress up for the occasion in your finest green running threads. Jog right up to our pot of gold!

Race photos: Minerva Hohaia

Get in on Xtreme Mountain Bike Race Think you can handle it? Dirt, hills, mud and obstacles await you on the Xtreme Mountain Bike Race Saturday, March 26. The challenge meets at Soldiers Field House at 9 a.m. Register by noon Tuesday, March 22 at JBLMmwr.com; call 253-967-4768 for more information (no day-of-race registration).

This is not for the faint-hearted! If you think you can take on the challenge—pain, fun and all—see you there!

Intramural sports Women’s Spring Soccer meets at Cowan Stadium starting Tuesday, March 15. The rep meeting is Wednesday, March 2. For registration details, visit JBLMmwr.com and click on the JBLM Intramural Sports Calendar.

Civilian Fitness Program or is completely new.

• No artificial flavoring: None of the 2,000 or more flavoring agents are added; flavor is from naturally occurring products.

• No artificial coloring: None of the 33 allowable coloring agents are used.

• Wheat: Wheat is part of the product but not necessarily whole wheat.

You don’t need to be confused about whether you’re eating the best foods along with exercising. Many questions can be answered by visiting mypyramid.gov or by talking with a registered dietician. Once your diet plan has taken hold, visit one of your Family and MWR fitness centers to round out your overall fitness plan.

Get fit and improve your morale, lower your stress level and minimize health risks by working out. Sign up for the Civilian Fitness Program, and you’ll receive three hours of administrative leave each week to get in shape at a JBLM sports and fitness center.

The next assessment is Tuesday, March 29 at Wilson Sports & Fitness Center at Lewis North. Register online and download your Civilian Fitness Program Packet at https:// ft.lewis.army.mil. Participants must complete a wellness and injury prevention class within a week of the initial assessments.

To s c h e d u l e your f itness assessment time or for more details, call 253-967-5122.

Top, left: Last year’s St. Patty’s Day runners enjoyed good weather and spirited fun.

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By Ryki Carlson, JBLM Financial Counselor

B

ecoming a millionaire is easier today than ever before.

The main strategy is persistence in

savings. Saving just $100 per month every month from age 20 through 65 could make you millionaire, provided you invest that money in a well-managed mutual fund averaging 10 percent per year.

Believing it’s possible is the first step for this financial goal. Now evaluate how to fund this goal.

Making small changes in your budget and tracking your spending can make a big difference. Consider reducing un-

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necessary expenses such as eating out, movies or impulse purchases.

The object is to reduce expenses by approximately $23 per week to fund your goal. Evaluate your needs versus wants to find the money to become the millionaire you dream about.

The final step is to set up the recurring allotment or automatic transfer to fund your account. Consider putting the money into the Thrift Savings Plan (tsp.gov).

This plan is tax-deferred, which means you don’t pay income tax on your investment until you start to make withdrawals. The contributions are put into the TSP before tax, meaning the

money is deducted from your pay before any tax is withheld.

So, contributing to the TSP reduces the amount of your taxable pay. Additionally, since your paycheck is reduced by less than your actual contribution, it may be easier to reach your goal than you think.

To learn more about how to become a millionaire, check into the following classes with Financial Readiness: “The TSP and Other Retirement Savings Accounts,” “Savings and Investing” and “Investing for Retirement.”

These classes and more are listed on the Family and MWR web calendar at JBLMmwr.com.

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Focus • March 2011

What’s new at your JBLM Libraries Clean the Green Way Green cleaners are better for the environment, are safer for your kids and pets and are cheap and easy to make at home.

Come to the McChord Library on Saturday, March 26 at 2 p.m. to see a demonstration on how to make your own cleaners, air fresheners and insect repellent.

For more details, call 253-982-3454.

Visit the award-winning

Bring home a good book 106 11th Ave. SW Olympia, WA www.hocm.org • (360) 956-0818

Online access to JBLM Libraries For up-to-date resources and information to help you with your homework, research paper, science project or any research needs, check us out online at http://mylibraryus.fmwr.net/screens/ resourceslewis.html.

Mardi Gras at Book Patch Join Book Patch Library Tuesday, March 8 for Mardi Gras fun! Make a mask, string some beads or create a special picture or craft.

Stop by from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and enjoy the excitement of Mardi Gras.

Questions?

Call 253-9675533.

Choose from staff favorites and thousands of other titles available, including New York Times bestsellers. Check out this month’s staff picks: The Best of Times by Penny Vincenzi; fiction (recommended by Marganne) The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein; juvenile fiction (recommended

by Glo) Eat, Pray, Love: One Woman’s Search for Everything Across Italy, India, and Indonesia by Elizabeth Gilbert; non-fiction/biography (recommended by Georgia) Guardians of Ga’Hoole, Book One: The Capture by Kathryn Lasky; juvenile fiction (recommended by Jonathan) The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein; fiction (recommended by Megan)

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March 27–April 10

Catherine, Called Birdy by Karen Cushman; juvenile fiction (recommended by Katelyn)

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Airman & Family Readiness Bldg. 552 M 253-982-2695 Army Community Service Bldg. 2140 Waller Hall 253-967-7166 Army Emergency Relief Bldg. 2140 Waller Hall 253-967-9852 (For after-hours emergencies, call the Red Cross) 1-877-272-7337 Army Family Action Plan Bldg. 2166 Liggett Ave. 253-967-3689 Army Family Covenant Arena Bldg. 2275 Liggett Ave. 253-967-4458 Army Family Team Building Bldg. 2166 Liggett Ave. 253-967-2382 Army Volunteer Corps Bldg. 4274 Idaho St. 253-967-2324 Beachwood Child Dev. Ctr Bldg.8300 American LakeAve. Closed for renovations Before- & after-school care Bldg. 560 M 253-982-9056 Clarkmoor Child Dev. Center Bldg. 2095 Bitar Ave. 253-967-2300 Clarkmoor Hourly Care Center Bldg. 2094 Bitar Ave. 253-966-2490 CYS Parent Central Services Bldg. 2295 12th & Bitar 253-966-CYSS annex location Bldg. 100 M 253-966-CYSS Domestic violence helpline Bldg. 2013 N. 3rd St. 253-966-SAFE DSHS Bldg. 2166 Liggett Ave 253-966-9419 Employment Readiness Bldg. 2166 Liggett Ave 253-967-3538 Exceptional Family Mbr Prgm Bldg. 2140 Waller Hall 253-967-9704 Family Advocacy Program Bldg. 2013 N. 3rd St. 253-967-6618 Family Child Care Bldg. 2013 N. 3rd St. 253-967-3039 Family Events & Prgms Bldg. 4274 Idaho St. 253-966-7935 Family Resource Center Bldg. 4274 Idaho St. 253-967-9496 Adventures Unlimited 253-982-2206 Bldg. 739 M Hillside Child Dev. Ctr Bldg. 6396 Garcia Blvd.

253-477-3130 Evergreen Inn 253-982-5613 Bldg. 1147 M Immigration & Naturalization Bldg.

2140 Waller Hall 253-967-3633 Leisure Travel Services 253-967-3085 AFC Arena, Bldg. 2275 Information & Referral Bldg. 2140 Waller Hall 253-967-6399 Lodging/Rainier Inn 253-967-2815 Bldg. 2111 Loan Closet Bldg. 2140 Waller Hall 253-967-3635 Northwest Adventure Center Bldg. 8050 NCO Beach Rd. N 253-967-8282 Madigan Child Dev. Center Bldg. 6995 Jackson Ave. 253-967-2800 Equipment rental & sales 253-967-8282 M Madigan Infant/T oddler Center Bldg.

6993 Jackson Ave. 253-968-7924 Holiday Park 253-982-5488 253-982-4901/4166 McChord Field Child Dev. Center Bldg. 578, 580 M Outdoor adventures 253-967-6263 253-495-8425 Military Family Life Consultants Bldg. 2166 Liggett Ave. Scuba diving center 253-967-3405 253-967-9916 Mobilization & Deployment Bldg. 2166 Liggett Ave. Travel camp, cabin rental, storage lot reservations 253-967-7744 Bldg.

2013 N. 3rd St. 253-967-7409 New Parent Support Prgm Paintball reservations 253-912-8000 N 253-966-8901 North Fort Child Dev. Center Bldg.8589American LakeAve. Rifle & Pistol Range 253-967-9803 Range 15 North Fort Part-Day Programs Bldg.8587American LakeAve. N 253-966-9715 Russell Landing Marina 253-967-2510 American Lake Rd. N Bldg.8584American LakeAve. N 253-966-7166 North Fort Youth Center Shoreline Park Beach Road N 253-967-2510 Bldg. 2140 Waller Hall 253-968-7199 Outreach Program Skeet & Trap Range Bldg. 3969 2nd Div. Range Rd. 253-967-7056 Bldg.8197 American Lake Dr. N 253-966-4802 Raindrops & Rainbows Sports Admin. Office Bldg. 3236 2nd Div & Handrich 253-967-2604 253-967-3628 Relocation Readiness Prgm Bldg. 2140 Waller Hall Cowan & Memorial stadiums Bldg. 2170 Bitar Ave. & 12th St. 253-967-2912 Bldg.

2140 Waller Hall 253-967-7195 School Liaison Office Intramural sports Bldg. 2170 Bitar Ave. & 12th St. 253-967-4768 Bldg.

2013 N. 3rd St. 253-967-3583 Sexual Assault Prevention/Response Bldg. 2022 Liggett Ave. & Div. Jensen Family Health & Fitness Closed for renovations 253-966-2564/3747 Soldier & Family Asst. Center Bldg. 2021C Liggett Ave. Keeler Sports & Fitness Center Bldg. 9993 Garfield St. Closed for renovations 253-967-7501 Survivor Outreach Services Bldg. 4274 Idaho St. Keeler Sports & Fitness Center Keeler Pool 253-967-6652 Bldg.

2295 12th & Bitar 253-967-4441 Teen Zone M McChord Field Fitness Center Bldg. 729 253-982-5666 Bldg.

9037 Gardner Loop 253-968-5656 Warrior Child Dev. Center Bldg. 736 M McChord Field Pool 253-982-2807 Bldg. 2166 Liggett Ave. 253-966-4956 WIC 253-967-5869 McVeigh Sports & Fitness Center Bldg. 2160 Liggett Ave. Bldg. 3032 M 253-982-2203 Youth programs McVeigh Sports & Fitness Center 253-967-5026 Kimbro Pool Bldg.

2295 12th & Bitar 253-967-2405 Youth sports 253-967-7311 Sheridan Sports & Fitness Center Bldg. 3759 Stryker Ave. 253-967-5533 Bldg. 2109 N. 10th St. Book Patch Library Bldg. 3236 2nd Div. & Handrich 253-967-4771 Soldiers Field House 253-967-2824 Bldg. 3271 2nd Div. Dr Crittenberger Library 253-967-5390 Soldiers Field House Pool Soldiers Field House 253-967-3525 Bldg. 2140 Waller Hall Financial Readiness Bldg. 11596, D St. & 41st Div. N 253-967-7471 Wilson child care 253-967-5889 Bldg.

2109 N. 10th St. Grandstaff Library N 253-967-7471 Wilson Sports & Fitness Center Bldg. 11596, D St. & 41st Div. 253-968-2707 MAMC, Room G-94-6 Madigan education counsel.

Customer Svc Mgmt System https://ice.disa. mil 253-477-1072 M 253-982-9900 Bldg.

851 McChord Field Ed Center Facilities are on JBLM-Lewis Main unless otherwise indicated.

N Lewis North M McChord Field 253-982-3454 Bldg. 851 M McChord Field Library Joint Base Lewis-McChord Focus • March JBLMMWR.com Call for hours and details. For more information and2011 up-to-date listings, visit JBLMmwr.com.

253-967-7174 Bldg. 6242 Colorado Ave. Stone Education Center 253-964-1209 Arts & Crafts Center Bldg. 5038 Pendleton Ave. 253-967-5001 253-982-6726 Bldg. 1121 M Auto Skills Center Bldg. 4043 inside DuPont Gate 253-967-3728 253-982-7226 Bldg. 1120 M Battle Bean coffee shops AFC Arena, Bldg. 2275 253-964-8837 253-282-5522 Lewis North Trailer N 253-964-8152 Stone Education Center Bistro at Russell Landing Bldg.8981American LakeAve. N 253-964-2813 BOSS Program 253-967-5636 Bldg. 3168 2nd Division Dr. Bowl Arena & Strike Zone Café Bldg. 2272 Liggett Ave. 253-967-4661 Cascade Community Center Bldg. 2400 Bitar Ave. 253-964-0331 Eagles Pride Golf Course Off I-5, Exit 116 253-967-6522 McChord Catering 253-982-8175 Bldg. 700 M Madigan Café 253-964-4054 Bldg. 9903 Old MAMC McChord Field Club 253-982-5581 Bldg. 700 M Nelson Recreation Center Bldg. 3168 2nd Division Dr. 253-967-2539 Sounders Lanes 253-982-5954 Bldg. 737 M Strike Zone Snack Bar 253-982-5372 Bldg. 737 M Special Events Office 253-967-5776 Bldg. 2013 N. 3rd St. Whispering Firs Golf Course Bldg. 895 M 253-982-4927 American Lake Community Center Bldg.8085 American Lake Ave. N

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*Receive $250 when you refinance your auto loan from another lender to America’s Credit Union (ACU). Loan amount must be at least $15,000 to be eligible for the cash offer and the refinanced loan must be for at least a 36 month term. The cash back is a credit that will post to your regular share account after at least three (3) months of consecutive on time payments.

Loan must be current and accounts must be in good standing to receive the cash back. Loan is subject to approval of credit. New loans only; does not apply to refinances of existing ACU auto 253.964.3113 loans. does not apply to loans financed for less than•3.99% Annual Percentage Rate. Offer expires on 3/31/2011, may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice, and cannot be 32Cash offer Joint Base Lewis-McChord Focus March 2011 combined with any other auto loan offer. The no payments for 90 days does not apply with this offer. If you participate in this offer, you may receive a 1099 INT at year-end for tax purposes.

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