November 2021 JBLM MWR e-Focus

JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD MORALE, WELFARE & RECREATION GUIDE

NOVEMBER 2021

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thankfulness Pages 32–41

Explore new outings with the Outdoor Recreation program Pages 8–11

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tips for enjoying snow adventures safely Pages 12–15

Enjoy hanging out with MWR Pages 16–21 Choose how you’ll stay fit Pages 22–23 Enroll youth in CYS sports Pages 42–43

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NOTE: Events mentioned in this issue may be canceled or revised after publication date. For current updates, visit https://jblm.armymwr.com/promos/covid.

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12 4 tips to enjoy snow adventures safely Want to have fun in mountain snow, cut down a Christmas tree from a national forest, go snowshoeing or tubing for the day or just go winter sightseeing in the mountains? Avoid potential catastrophe with these four essential steps.

34 Giving thanks: A personal journey A common Thanksgiving tradition for families is to sit around the dinner table and say what they’re thankful for. For some, this may be a more difficult task this year than in years past, for 2021 has been another tough year for all of us.

40 The health benefits of gratitude Practicing gratitude is a way to appreciate the world around us in the moment. Here are specific ways that scientific findings improve your mental health by practicing gratitude.

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THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE & SACRIFICE

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What does MWR do for you?

Meet MWR employees who serve with you in mind

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eisure Travel Services’ team members work closely together to get their customers what they need, from discount tickets to vacations. Marianne Purvis, part of the threemember team at her location, succinctly describes their customer service: “Seeing happy people excited and ready to go is rewarding for everyone.”

Marianne is into her second year with LTS and loves the camaraderie of the team, their location inside Northwest Adventure Center and customers who call or come in to see them. “We’re like a family — we all help each other and fill in where we need to. I appreciate all the smiles I get every day. Customers even come back to say thank you and tell us about their trip!”

This isn’t Marianne’s first experience with MWR. She joined the MWR team in 2013 in the Outdoor Recreation program working at Russell Landing. “I had moved to Washington with my Service member because it was our last assignment, and we fell in love with the four seasons here,” she recalls. “One day, I stopped in at the NAC as a customer and thought this would be a fun place to work, so I asked if there was an opening for a job. There was, and I applied and was hired!”

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help out. “As a team, we’re open to communication, the give and take of the job and we all work well together,” she says. “I come to this job with the outlook of what I can give rather than what I take. I’m grateful to be working here and grateful not just for a paycheck, but to be growing as a person.”

Marianne acknowledges that COVID shutdowns of vacation spots have been hard on the customers, especially those who had already purchased tickets to attractions that closed for an extended time. “We worked with headquarters to manage refunds where we could,” she says. “Sure, the customers were frustrated, but we always did our best, and they understood in the end. Good communication really helps.”

Marianne adds her advice, “In every bad situation, there’s something good to come out of it. The new practices we have in place now because of COVID closures are things we never thought we could do before. Our team changed for the better.

“I strive to do the best I can each day, help as much as I can, try to become a better person and let go of yesterday. It’s good to remember that we all wake up as a different person each morning based on how we have grown the day before.”

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utdoor recreation is still going strong this month. While seasons and types of recreation change, the fun always remains! Trips and tours registration is available at JBLMmwr Registration.com. Here’s what we’ve planned for November.

Camp & climb at Vantage

Explore Portland’s downtown

Join us for an unforgettable weekend Nov. 6–7 climbing the towering basalt columns of Frenchman’s Creek at Vantage overlooking the Columbia River Gorge. We’ll camp in tents on the sagebrush steppe and explore these special places while we get to know our growing community of climbers.

Ages 14 and older (with parent or guardian supervision for minors) are welcome to sign up. You must be comfortable tent camping in cold weather. The $79 cost includes climbing instruction and equipment, group cooking equipment and camping equipment. You need to pack all meals and weather-appropriate clothing. Bring your personal climbing and camping equipment if you wish.

Join us as we drive you to the bustling city of Portland, Ore. Saturday, Nov. 13. We’ll explore the Portland Saturday Market, Distillery Row, arboretums, museums and more. Make new friends as you explore this wonderful urban getaway.

Ages 10 and older (with parent or guardian supervision for minors) are welcome to join the trip. The $35 cost includes transportation from JBLM into the city center and back to JBLM. Be sure to bring your wallet, weather-appropriate clothing and walking shoes.

Mountain bike at Swan Creek Sign up for a trip to Swan Creek Park to learn or improve your mountain biking skills Saturday, Nov. 6 or 27. The skills park and single-track trails of Swan Creek create a phenomenal venue both to explore mountain biking for the first time or hone your advanced maneuvering. Join us for a day on the trails for skills instruction and a great time exploring the forest.

Ages 14 and older (with parent or guardian supervision for minors) are welcome to sign up. The ability to ride a bike is required.

The cost is $45, which includes transportation, equipment and instruction. Pack food and water, and wear active clothing. You can bring your own mountain bike if you prefer.

Stroll near Green River Join us for a Sunday, Nov. 14 trip to Kanaskat-Palmer State Park on the banks of the Green River. Ages 13 and older (with parent or guardian supervision for minors) are welcome to join us on this gentle, 3-mile loop through ferns and forests, with sections of the river in view.

The $35 cost includes transportation and trip guide. Bring a daypack with food and water.

Wear weather-appropriate layers of clothing and be sure to bring a camera!

Hike up to Wallace Falls Explore the beauty of waterfalls on our Saturday, Nov. 20 or Friday, Nov. 26 hike that takes you to Wallace Falls — perfect for beginners and experienced hikers alike. This hike in the Central Cascades is 3.5 miles roundtrip.

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water views with opportunities for photos. With only a 1,000-foot elevation gain, the scenery is worth the effort. If you crave a bit more scenery, continue hiking to the upper falls with a bird’s eye view overlooking the falls and nearby Central Cascades.

Ages 10 and older (with parent or guardian supervision for minors) are welcome to sign up. The $35 cost includes transportation, parking fee and trip guide. Bring a daypack with food and water and wear appropriate clothing layers. Bring your camera!

Explore downtown Seattle Join us for a drive to Seattle to explore the downtown attractions Sunday, Nov. 21. The Emerald City hosts a wide array of attractions, from the Chihuly Gardens and Glass display to the world-famous Pike Place Market. Spend the day exploring attractions of your choice!

Youth ages 10 and older (with parent or guardian supervision for minors) are welcome to join the trip. The $29 cost includes transportation from JBLM into the city center and back.

Be sure to bring your wallet, weather-appropriate clothing and walking shoes.

Take a women-only Oregon brews & falls tour The “Women Rock” group invites you to enjoy a day out with other women Sunday, Nov. 28 for a scenic drive along the Columbia!

We’ll start on Washington’s Highway 14, then cross the river to Oregon’s Historic Columbia River Highway along the picturesque Columbia Gorge. We’ll stop at some of Oregon’s popular craft breweries and also take in a few famous waterfalls.

Adults ages 21 and older are welcome to sign up. The $55 cost includes transportation

and coordination of stop-offs. Wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate outdoor clothing, and bring your wallet with money and IDs for the breweries.

Classes & instruction Learn how to rock climb indoors Learn the basics needed to start rock climbing on Adventures Unlimited’s indoor climbing wall Friday, Nov. 12, 6–8 p.m. The course provides a comprehensive introduction to top-rope climbing, including how to secure a harness, tie in as a climber, complete the proper system checks and communicate with your climbing partner.

You’ll also learn how to belay (manage the rope in order to keep the climber safe), catch a fall and lower your climber back to the ground.

This course is open to ages 14 and older with parent or guardian supervision for minors.

Perfect for new climbers, the $25 cost includes rental gear. Register by calling 253-982-2303.

Adventures Unlimited is at 739 Battery Rd., McChord Field.

Get certified in scuba diving Escape gravity with JBLM scuba courses!

Take beginning, intermediate or advanced scuba classes for less than half the cost of what the region has to offer.

For beginners, the 5-star PADI-certified instructor starts you off in the pool. Only when you master basic skills will you be headed out to the Puget Sound for open-water dives to complete your certification.

Questions about the scuba course? Call the Scuba Dive Center at 253-967-3405 or Northwest Adventure Center at 253-967-7744.

Note: These trips and classes may be filled or canceled after the publication date. Check for updated trips at JBLMmwrRegistration.com.

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tips to enjoy snow adventures safely

How to keep trips fun in the mountains & across passes

By Patti Jeffrey ant to have fun in mountain snow, cut down a Christmas tree from a national forest, go snowshoeing or tubing for the day or just go winter sightseeing in the mountains?

Avoid potential catastrophe with these four essential tips.

Winterize your vehicle before you drive into freezing weather.

You can prepare your vehicle for winter easily and affordably when you sign up for a basic car-care class at the MWR Auto Center at McChord Field (call 253-982-7226).

The class covers oil change, fluids, lubrications, tire pressure and coolant, especially for winter. You'll also get a maintenance schedule with detailed diagrams to know what to do before, during and after maintenance.

Your vehicle’s condition is vital for winter travel. Also look at the condition of your belts, hoses, radiator, lights, brakes, heater/defroster and wiper blades.

Keep your fuel tank full, and make sure the car battery is fully charged. . Carry winter supplies for your trip or outing in the snow.

To prevent getting stuck somewhere in the cold, carry a quart of oil and transmission fluid, 50-50 mix of antifreeze, paper tow-

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els and a portable air pump for emergencies. In snow, you’ll need some road salt or sand, a tow chain or rope, emergency flares, a fluorescent distress flag, jumper cables, portable shovel and a flashlight with extra batteries.

Keep the 10 winter essentials in your vehicle in a backpack for taking with you when you leave the car.

Wear synthetic layers of clothing and a puffy outer

jacket and pants layer. Pack extra clothing.

Carry backup navigation on trails, such as a trail map and compass. Remember that cold weather drains phone batteries faster.

Take sun protection, first-aid supplies, a flashlight, a multitool and duct tape for quick repairs, extra food and water and a tarp for emergency shelter. . Carry chains for your two-wheel drive vehicle when you go over a mountain pass or into national parks.

National park rangers are authorized to issue you a ticket if your vehicle is randomly inspected and you aren’t carrying chains.

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So, how do you buy the right chains?

According to what JBLM Outdoor Recreation staff members suggest, cable chains are recommended for cars with two-wheel drive.

Read the description on the package before you buy so you get the right size and kind for your vehicle. Also practice putting on and taking off your new chains before you need them so you don’t spend unnecessary time on the cold, slushy and snowy ground figuring it out.

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If you have snow tires and want to put them on your vehicle, rent a tire-changing station at the Auto Center at McChord Field. The rental space is inexpensive and you can work in total warmth with light. Tools are free, and staff members are willing to give you instructions and tips. . Know where you’re going and what the mountain conditions are before you set out for the day.

Avalanches and accidents that close roads happen frequently in winter. If you carry a smart phone, download the WSDOT app (wsdot.wa.gov/Inform/mobile.htm) that can alert you to closures and road conditions.

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Want to go to the backcountry to cut down your Christmas tree? All of the national forests in Washington allow Christmas tree cutting with a permit. Most holiday tree permits are issued in November. Find a national forest at www.fs.fed.us/visit/know-before-you-go/treecutting.

If you want to cut a tree down at a Washington State Sno-Park, you’ll need to have a Sno-Park pass. Visit parks.state.wa.us/134/ Sno-Park-non-motorized-Permits for the location of state Sno-Parks and to get a pass.

Like snowshoeing? You can enter a national park for free if you’re in the military. Most ski resorts in the USDA Forest Service area also have free parking. Remember to approach anywhere you go in the backcountry with caution.

Be sure to stay on the marked trails, pay attention to signs and talk to a park ranger if you can — conditions change often and the more knowledge you have about where you’re headed, the better.

For more information on snowshoeing, visit wta.org. Check out trails and permits at parks.state.wa.us/130/Winter-recreation.

Now that you’re prepared, go enjoy everything the Pacific Northwest backcountry and mountains have to offer!

Information compiled from REI.com, WTA. org, FEMA.gov and JBLM’s Outdoor Recreation and Auto Center programs.

For more information For more information about arranging a carcare class, lube and oil change class or stall and lift rentals, call the McChord Field Auto Center at 253-982-7226.

For other tips on taking your own winter trips, call the Northwest Adventure Center at 253-967-7744 and ask to speak with a trip leader.

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t with MWR Join us for sports action, bowling, golf, dining, indoor recreation & more!

Relax at Warrior Zone Join fun times with us Want a place to hang out after a duty day or on weekends? Warrior Zone offers games, competitions and recreation for adults: • Watch pro football Sundays and Thursdays on our big screens and overhead TVs. Grab a strategic spot after you grab a burger and brew to watch your favorite team.

• Compete for prizes in our pool tourneys Wednesdays starting at 6 p.m.

• Join us for Taco Thursday Trivia every week starting at 7 p.m. — it’s free to play! Kahoot! trivia questions will be displayed throughout the facility and players use your personal devices to answer. Play for bragging rights and café food vouchers. While you’re playing, try our yummy taco specials!

• Get in on Super Smash Bros. game night Fridays starting at 7. Compete and show off your slick skills with Super Smash Bros. on Nintendo Switch!

• Join us for Anime Night movie viewing Saturdays at 7.

• Also watch for special guest appearances and live telecasts, such as UFC and boxing.

UFC 268, Usman vs. Covington 2, is showing

Saturday, Nov. 6 on our big screens and out on our heated covered patio.

Drop by McChord Pub Watch UFC at the pub McChord Pub is opening at 6 p.m. with food and drink specials for Saturday, Nov. 6’s UFC 268 fights with Usman vs. Covington 2 as the main event. The pub is at 700 Barnes Blvd., McChord Field and is open to ages 18 and older (you must be age 21 with ID to order alcohol).

Save at Winter Expo Attend Winter Expo sale & swap meet You’re invited to the Outdoor Recreation program’s Winter Expo Saturday, Nov. 13 at Northwest Adventure Center.

Save up to 20% off in-store merchandise and participate in the winter equipment swap. If you have skis, snowboards and related equipment you’d like to swap, you can join in for $8!

Register for the swap meet by Monday, Nov. 8.

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The ! m o o R Spare ion room t a r b e l e c d n Your party a na Lanes) e r A l w o B e d (located insi The room is available to reserve for 3 hours and includes: A) 10 people: $250 (2 lanes) •3 hrs. of bowling /shoes •3 large pizzas (up to 3 toppings) •2 pitchers of soda

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B) 15 people: $300 (3 lanes) •3 hrs. of bowling /shoes •4 large pizzas (up to 3 toppings) •3 pitchers of soda

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C) 20 people: $350 (4 lanes) •3 hrs. of bowling /shoes •5 large pizzas (up to 3 toppings) •4 pitchers of soda

To reserve, visit front counter or call 253-967-4661.

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Have fun bowling Enter bowling doubles tournaments Bowlers of all skill levels can have fun competing with other teams at Bowl Arena Lanes’ nine-pin no-tap doubles team tourneys the second Saturday of the month (Nov. 13).

Check in and register at 12:15 p.m., practice 1:15–1:30 and begin play at 1:30. Scores are based on three games bowled and partner’s scores totaled for placing. The cost is $60 per team. Questions? Call 253-967-4661.

the fund) if you make a hole in one on any par 3 at either golf course.

• Bucket, Bite & Bev. Get a medium bucket of range balls, deli sandwich or hot dog and domestic draft or soda for only $11 (limit one per day, must purchase range balls in pro shop).

November specials can’t be combined or used for tourneys, outings, holidays or with discounted green fees.

Get in on pro shop sales for gift-giving

Golf for competition & fun

Now’s a great time to start shopping for gifts, including yourself! Get in on: • Veterans Day Sale. Receive 20% off two in-stock, regularly priced items in the pro shop Thursday, Nov. 11.

• Annual holiday Candy Cane Sale. Be sure to get in on JBLM golf courses’ annual holiday sale Nov. 26–Dec. 24. Pick a candy cane off the tree and you’ll find bargains with in-stock items at a minimum of 10% off, plus door prizes and holiday treats. The more you spend, the more you save! (All sales items exclude special orders and PING 425s.)

Take advantage of November specials

Did you know?

Get in on Pizza & Bowling Sundays Bring your group to Bowl Arena Lanes Sundays in November noon–6 p.m. and receive one large one-topping pizza for $3 off the regular price (limit two pizzas).

Show your bowling receipt to the Strike Zone Café staff to receive your discount. Pizza redemption must be made on the same Sunday you bowl.

Save when you golf in November with these specials: • Super Sundays. Pay for one green fee and get the second half off Sundays after 11 a.m.

Discount applies to regularly priced green fees; pay full price for the higher-priced green fee.

• Golf Ball Special. Tee off anytime after 10:30 a.m. weekdays for a $23 green fee and receive a sleeve of pro shop golf balls while supplies last (add a cart for $14 per rider; carts are available for nine holes after 1:30 p.m.). No substitutions.

• Hole in Fun. Enter the contest on the same day you golf! For $1, you can win the prize fund (a gift certificate equal to the amount in

• Book a room for your private party, luncheon, special function or reception at either golf course. For information, call 253-324-8644.

• Sharpen your game with individual golf lessons from our PGA golf instructor John Eisentrout. For details, call 253-967-6522.

• Pro shop gift certificates make a great present for the holidays, weddings, birthdays, anniversaries and retirements!

For more information Call Eagle’s Pride at 253-967-6522 or Whispering Firs at 253-982-2124. Eagle’s Pride is off I-5 Exit 116. Whispering Firs is at 895 Lincoln Blvd., McChord Field.

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MWR eateries have good taste Order homemade Thanksgiving dinners & desserts Order a complete homemade Thanksgiv-ing dinner with dessert from American Lake Conference Center! Place your orders for meal combos with all your favorite traditional foods.

You’ll have a choice between ready-made or take-and-bake menus.

Call 253-966-7466/4998 for ordering details.

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Strike Zone Café has your favs The menu’s stuffed with your favorites done right at Bowl Arena Lanes’ Strike Zone Café.

Here are a few menu options: • Share a 16-inch or 7-inch pizza and add your own toppings!

• You’ll find a grilled chicken breast or Caesar salad enticing.

• Quarter- to half-pound burgers are grilled to perfection and served with all the fixings.

Make it a combo and add fries, chips or a small salad with a fountain drink.

• Freshly grilled meals include fish sand wiches, Polish sausage, grilled ham and cheese, fish and chips, BLT, sliders, chili dog, tuna melt and hot dogs.

Bowl Arena Lanes is at 2272 Liggett Ave. For more information, call 253-967-4661.

Habañero offers specials Habañero Mexican Grill serves popular specials! Try the Spam, rice and egg for breakfast or the loaded steak fries for lunch.

We still offer all our Habañero favorites — burritos, tacos, quesadillas, salads and veg-

etarian options, plus full traditional breakfasts.

Take advantage of these $9.50 specials: • Taco Tuesday — Get three tacos and a beverage.

• Double-Punch Wednesday — Get a double punch on your Habañero card for your first breakfast burrito.

• Thursday Combo — Buy a quesadilla (with your choice of meat) and a beverage.

• Burrito Friday — Get a lunch burrito with a fountain drink.

See the complete menu at JBLMmwr.com.

Habañero is located at Whispering Firs Golf Course, 895 Lincoln Blvd., McChord Field.

What’s fresh at Warrior Zone Café Warrior Zone Café has something on the menu for nearly everyone’s appetites! From hearty burgers and loaded sandwiches to light wraps, we’re keeping your meals tasty!

Here are several featured specials: • The Deluxe American Burger is a quarterpound Angus beef burger topped with American cheese, mustard, ketchup, onion, pickle, lettuce and tomato on a potato-flour bun.

• The Cowboy Bacon Burger offers a quarter-pound Angus beef burger paired with bacon rounds, caramelized onions, pepper jack cheese and barbecue sauce on a potato-flour bun.

• The Buffalo Chicken Flatbread Pizza features white-meat chicken with Buffalo sauce and cheddar-jack cheese, topped with ranch dressing. Choose from the 7- or 12-inch size.

• The hearty Chicken & Fries Sandwich combines grilled chicken breast, American cheese, bacon, black-pepper fries, lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise and Italian dressing.

Warrior Zone is on the corner of N. 17th and D streets at Lewis North, open to DOD ID card holders ages 18 and older.

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Choose how you’ll stay fit Check out what the Sports, Fitness & Aquatics program offers

Join a fitness class Choose from variety of fitness options We’re offering a wide variety of fitness classes to capture your interest and challenge you! Shake up your fitness routine and join a class in indoor cycling, indoor cycling paired with yoga moves, cardio kickboxing, strength training, Zumba, yoga, MixxedFit or a highintensity, full-body bootcamp workout! Note that classes are at 50% capacity and participants must wear masks during workouts (at time of publication).

Find a fitness center near you at JBLM with the schedule of classes at JBLMsfa.com.

Challenge yourself with Fit Club Compete for prizes in November challenges Continue in your pursuit of an overall healthier lifestyle with these challenges: • Death Grip 400. Each participant needs to walk or run 400 meters as fast as possible with two 40-pound kettlebells or dumbbells (one in each hand; weights cannot rest on shoulders). Kettlebells and dumbbells are available for check-out from Cowan Stadium weekdays with prior arrangement. The first

50 finishers for this event each receive a Fit Club T-shirt. The fastest male and female finishers each receive a new custom kettlebell.

• Challenge 2021. Each participant needs to perform 2,021 repetitions out of four exercise options — sit-ups, push-ups, air squats or burpees. The first 50 finishers for this event each receive a Fit Club T-shirt. The first male and female finishers each receive a custom Fit Club hoodie.

• Proof of completion for each event can be in the form of a photo, smart watch, staff verification or other recording device.

Annotate name, contact information and proof of completion or verification with a photo or short video and send to usarmy. jblm.imcom.list.dfmwr-sports@mail.mil.

• Finishers of each challenge receive one entry into the grand-prize drawing. Complete both challenges to receive five entries into the grand-prize drawing. The winner of the grand prize, a Rogue Echo Bike, will be announced Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2022.

See challenges event at JBLMsfa.com.

Heads up for fun race Join virtual Turkey Trot If you want to get into the holiday spirit, join us online for our virtual Turkey Trot! Details are at JBLMsfa.com and fb.com/JBLMmwr.

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Train to be a lifeguard Get in on JBLM lifeguard trainings & hiring fairs We have new opportunities for those who wish to become lifeguards at JBLM pools: • To become a lifeguard student, you must be age 15 or older. Call 253-967-5390 to schedule an in-water pretest at least two days prior to the first day of class. The pretest consists of a 300-meter front crawl or breaststroke swim, two-minute tread using legs only and a timed brick retrieval.

Classes will be held Fridays, 5–10 p.m., Saturdays, 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m. and Sundays, 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Nov. 12–14 and Dec. 10–12.

Upon successful completion of the pretest, the instructor will email you the blended learning online content and directions to make your $100 class payment. The payment includes training, pocket mask and certification. You must complete an online course (approximately seven hours) prior to the first day of class. Expect a physically strenuous class with skills work both in and out of the water.

• Lifeguard hiring fairs will take place the Friday following the completion of a lifeguard training course (Nov. 19 and Dec. 17). If you wish to be hired, expect to complete an application on site, as well as an interview. You may receive a tentative job offer on the same day.

• Those who complete JBLM lifeguard training and get hired will receive a $200 incentive bonus after working 100 hours at JBLM.

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MWR Staff Picks My favorite MWR activity is definitely bowling at Bowl Arena Lanes. The facility offers a wide variety of activities for the family. I’m not an avid bowler but enjoy bowling with family and friends. The lanes are very well-maintained, and the staff is ready to assist if necessary.

If we bring kids, they often bowl a little, then move to the arcade area to continue in the fun.

Strike Zone Café food is really good and has a wide selection of options to satisfy your appetite. When the bar is open, you can get a nice cold beer or a cocktail.

They also have a pro shop to purchase bowling equipment. I recommend Bowl Arena Lanes when you want to hang out with family or friends and have a little fun!

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My favorite pick is going on trips with Outdoor Recreation guides. I’ve been kayaking around Ketron Island, hiking in the Cascades, on a weekend trip to Stehekin at the north end of Lake Chelan and going with the crew to whitewater kayak on Tieton River on the east side of White Pass — all fun and exciting, even for beginners like me.

I also love the parks at Lewis North so much! There’s a path between Shoreline Park and Russell Landing Marina, and it makes a good walk to go on from there to Summer Cove, where you get a great view of Mount Rainier over American Lake.

My second pick is the Arts & Crafts Center at McChord Field. I’ve taken in an art print to be framed and they’ve even fixed an old art print of mine that had slipped from its matting.

I’ve also ordered a custom photo mug and photo puzzle that I’ve given as gifts! The staff are so willing to work with me and teach me how to pick the right materials and colors that complement the art.

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Discover reading fun at your libraries All ages can join our reading & learning times

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Join adult book club Take part in discussing current books Come join other adults at a monthly book club that meets at McChord Library the second Thursday of each month at 4:30 p.m.

(Nov. 18 this month only). Pick up the current November book selection, “The Turn of the Key” by Ruth Ware, and plan to join us!

Books are available at each meeting and at the circulation desk following the meeting. A limited number of books are available to check out. We also can help set you up with e-book or audiobook versions. December’s book is “The Huntress” by Kate Quinn.

Youth reading times Join us for in-person storytime McChord and Book Patch Children’s libraries offer weekly children’s storytimes where reading is fun for the entire family.

• Kinder-Ready storytime for families with children ages 3–5 meets 10:30–11:30 a.m. every Tuesday at Book Patch Children’s Library.

Storytime includes songs, rhymes, games or crafts to develop essential skills in preparing children for kindergarten. You’re encouraged to participate with your child in this fun learning atmosphere.

• Each Wednesday at 3:30 p.m., Book Patch Children’s Library shares a story for all ages with a free craft kit.

• Every Thursday, McChord Library presents a storytime at 11 a.m. with free craft kits.

Visit JBLMlibraries.com and register on the calendar of events for these programs. If you

McChord Library 851 Lincoln Blvd.

McChord Field 253-982-3454

Grandstaff Library 2109 N. 10th St. Lewis Main 253-967-5889

find the registration for the week is full, you still can drop by the library to pick up a free craft kit while supplies last.

Special activities & fun Make movies at teen film club McChord Library offers a Teen Film Club for ages 11–18 Mondays at 4 p.m. Learn the art of filmmaking and creating original short films step by step. There’s no need to register; just drop in!

Build at Family Lego nights We provide the Lego sets and you provide the imagination! Come and get creative at JBLM Libraries’ Family Lego Nights at 4 p.m. the first Thursday of each month at Book Patch Children’s Library and the first and third Friday of the month at McChord Library.

Families can choose a kit or free-build Lego sets for creative family bonding time. Also look at our collection of Lego books that show you new ways to build.

Join us Nov. 4 at Book Patch Children’s Library and Nov. 5 and 19 at McChord Library.

Both libraries require registration on the calendar of events at JBLMlibraries.com.

Enjoy library club for teens Grandstaff Library invites all JBLM teens ages 13–18 to our “After-Hours” Teen Club the first Friday of the month, 6–8 p.m. that helps build friendships, leadership skills and teamwork with participation in crafts, activities and more.

Nov. 5, we’re watching “Escape Room: Tournament of Champions.”

Book Patch Children’s Library 2109 N. 10th St. Lewis Main 253-967-5533

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Keep it neat, not nasty

Close the lid!

Keep water out of your trash and recycling containers.

When recycling gets wet, it becomes trash, and that yucky water becomes pollution and impacts our waterbodies and wildlife. fb.com/SustainableJBLM 30 Joint Base Lewis-McChord FOCUS November 2021

JBLM Library Resources Check out

Books, audiobooks, study guides, movies, series, documentaries, Roku, WiFi hotspots, museum passes, Discover passes and video games for Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, Wii and DS.

In-house Resources

Meeting rooms, study rooms and gaming stations, including Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and DS. Printing, faxing, scanning, 3D printing and free computer and WiFi access.

Online Resources

Over 50 online resources including e-books, audiobooks, magazines and topics such as language study, business, genealogy and entertainment.

How to Access Online Resources

- Register with your library.

- Go to Online Resources tab at: mwrlibrary.armybiznet.com - Select a database and log in with your web login and PIN.

Need volunteer hours?

Stop in or call for more information on how to become a volunteer with the libraries. We love our volunteers!

McChord Library 851 Lincoln Blvd.

McChord Field 253-982-3454

2109 N. 10th St. Lewis Main 253-967-5889

Book Patch Children’s Library 2109 N. 10th St. Lewis Main 253-967-5533

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What are you thankful for?

We recently asked our Facebook followers, and here’s just some of what they said Amanda M.: I’m grateful for seasonal weather, even if it’s a skimp of powder.

Candy D.: Too many things to be grateful for! But the most I’m thankful for is being able to wake up every day with my family and all of us are happy and healthy.

Carrie S.: I am grateful for so many things! Right now, I’m especially grateful for the amazing opportunity to restart my career after being a stay-athome mom the last six years.

Mellaney B.: I’m grateful for the opportunity to work from home this past year and a half to spend time with my family

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and see my son through preschool and kindergarten.

Crescent H.: I’m grateful that after 10 months of searching, we finally have a house!

I’m also grateful for paint. But mostly I’m grateful for the time and memories my kid and I get to make.

Antoinette W.: I’m grateful to be alive today and for my family and friends!

Kyrie L.: I am grateful for so many things, but right now, I’m grateful for the breakthrough I just had with a student who hasn’t been interested in doing any schoolwork.

Renee S.: So grateful for some amazing kiddos who have spent the past two years making a stressful time in the world a pretty darn amazing time for our family.

Sarah A.: I am grateful for the playgrounds that keep my daughter smiling. I’m grateful for the food on our table. I’m grateful that this holiday season we will celebrate with family.

Kareen T.: I’m grateful for the opportunity to do things and be better than I was the day before!

Magan R.: I’m grateful for my beautiful family and my amazing friends, that all of us are happy and healthy, a nice home, food to eat and coffee to keep me going each day! lol Donna B.: I’m thankful for a body that is healthy and able to move so I can keep up with my kids (sorta).

Maritza W.: Grateful for my morning cup of coffee and this relaxing rain. Grateful for my kids and husband and our bipolar cat. Life is good.

Denise W.: I’m grateful to be alive and healthy this year after having the toughest year of my life.

America L.: I’m grateful for libraries!

Dee R.: I am grateful being able to be present here on JBLM and be in a unit that allows me to have amazing growth as a leader and allows us as Soldiers to participate in MWR events and also allowing a great work/life balance.

Divina J.: I am grateful to be waking up each knowing that my family are beside me and healthy!

Amanda J.: I’m thankful for every minute I get with my family. With busy lives every minute is special!

Tina B.: I’m grateful to be living another day, my 2 healthy boys and my husband!

Karen L.: Grateful for my husband, kids, grandkids and friends! Grateful for a roof over our heads, food to eat (and share as needed) and for this wonderful country I live in!

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FEATURE

Giving thanks A personal journey on the significance of thankfulness

By Lizzie Hoscheit common Thanksgiving tradition for families is to sit around the dinner table and say what they’re thankful for.

For some this may be a more difficult task this year than in years past, for 2021 has been another tough year for all of us. Between fighting the waves of the pandemic, wildfires, civil unrest, global warming and the loss of loved ones along the way, we’ve had plenty to worry about. Every step forward has come with two steps back and we’ve continued to find ourselves not sure where to turn.

This difficult time has made a lasting impact on each of us; however we’re still here, moving forward, no matter how unsure the footing is, every day.

While we’re so easily able to recognize and point out all of the bad, something I have been striving to do is try to recognize the good that has come from it.

There’s not a single person who hasn’t faced some struggle these last two years, meaning we’ve all grown, learned how to adapt and never take the small things for granted.

Prior to this, getting groceries used to be a chore and now it’s like a mini-vacation. Life prepandemic was on a fast track with no intention of slowing down. Everything was getting quicker and quicker and suddenly someone hit pause, and no one knew what to do with the

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newfound free time.

This was something I hadn’t experienced since summer vacations in high school. I’d forgotten what I used to do in my downtime because prior to quarantine, downtime didn’t seem to exist anymore.

Suddenly, I was able to finish that book I had bookmarked months ago, I learned how to crochet (not well but it still counts), I learned new recipes and rode a bike for the first time in years.

I worried constantly but also was able to make new friends. I watched the positive cases rise and now have an extensive collection of masks, but I also was able to go on longer walks and was thankful for every deep breath.

I learned not only about myself, but about the people in my life. I learned that my husband, who I’ve been in a committed relationship with for 11 years, appallingly is not a fan of ice cream. My relationship with my sister grew and became stronger even though we’re on opposite sides of the country. I had time to check in with friends I hadn’t seen since high school, and the chance to flip through all of my old yearbooks and reminisce.

I learned that no matter how many times I try to make queso it’s never as good as at a restaurant, and that cross stitch isn’t for me.

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We all had the opportunity to take a step back and look at our lives, to make changes, to better ourselves.

Sure, we all might have gained a little weight, but we rediscovered our love for old hobbies like baking and gardening.

Certain things began to thrive during this time. Drive-in movies made a comeback, puzzles were sold out everywhere, and sweatpants and T-shirts became everyone’s uniform.

We began to see value in things that we’ve been taking for granted, like spending time with grandparents, listening to sounds of nature, driving with the window down and simple social interactions.

I saw how, in a time when we as a community couldn’t feel further from one another as we became separated physically and politically, we were still coming together — from those making masks for the masses to the outpouring of support for locally owned small businesses.

We, as a military community, are already made up of strong and resilient people; however, the past two years tested that strength. And here we are still fighting, still pushing forward, still being there for one another despite our differences, and I’m personally thankful for that.

When you boil it down, we are all just human,

simple as that.

All of us at MWR see and honor your courage, and we’re thankful for you. We appreciate your continued trust, support and patience as we have navigated this new territory.

We all have worked tirelessly together to combat the obstacles thrown at us again this year, in the attempt to regain some normalcy — from developing virtual programs to doing everything in our power to keep the CDCs, essential services and recreation facilities open and able to serve as many people as is safe.

There’s a quote by author L.R. Knost that has stuck with me during this time: “Life is amazing, and then it’s awful, and then it’s amazing again. And in between the amazing and the awful, it’s ordinary and mundane and routine. Breath in the amazing, hold on through the awful, and relax and exhale through the ordinary. That’s just living heartbreaking, soulhealing, amazing, awful ordinary life. And it’s breathtakingly beautiful.”

While these two years have seemed harder than years past, we all must recognize that there is always something to be thankful for.

Without these trials and tribulations, we would not be where we are today, which is better, stronger and ready for anything the future has to throw at us.

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“All of us at MWR see and honor your courage, and we’re thankful for you. We appreciate your continued trust, support and patience as we have navigated this new territory. We all have worked tirelessly together to combat the obstacles thrown at us again this year, in the attempt to regain some normalcy — from developing virtual programs to doing everything in our power to keep CDCs, essential services and recreation facilities open and able to serve as many people as is safe.”

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We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our veterans for your service and our military families for the support you provide to our Service members on a daily basis. Your sacrifices on behalf of our country are truly inspiring.

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ational Veterans & Military Family Month is a time set aside to recognize you, the military family. Military families know what it means to serve. Every day, you get up and support your Service member, standing by during long trainings and deployments.

You know the risks, but you accept this life of service anyway.

You know service is an honor. You are the backbone of our military. You are the quiet but steady fuel at home that keeps the fire burning. You keep track of military pay, benefits and news because you know they make a daily difference in your life. And when your time as an actively serving family comes to an end, you support your veteran. Serving is just what you do.

Recognizing your service with a national declaration Military Family Month was established in 1996 by the Armed Services YMCA. Each November since then, the POTUS has signed a proclamation declaring November Military Family Month (for the past few years, the

president has also included veterans). With hundreds of thousands of Service members deployed overseas, recognizing the daily sacrifices made by military Families has never been more important.

You are Family & MWR’s mission Today’s Family & MWR mission is to honor the Service members who protect our freedom by providing you and your Families with the same quality of life given to the society you have pledged to defend.

The Family & MWR employees at JBLM are dedicated to providing support and leisure services as outstanding as the people we serve. Family and MWR strives to deliver the highest quality programs and services — from sports, recreation and entertainment to child and youth programs — to give our Service members and their Families a much-needed balance of work and play.

Editor’s note: Article contributions are from military.com, marineparents.com and home. army.mil/lewis-mcchord.

“Our Nation’s service members — past and present — and their families represent the very best of America.

Motivated by patriotism and love of country, our Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, Coast Guardsmen and Space Warfighters serve at home and abroad with professionalism, ingenuity, integrity and devotion. Their families always stand beside them in their missions and as they transition to civilian life. During National Veterans and Military Families Month, we celebrate the loved ones of our country’s men and women in uniform and recognize the sacrifices they have made in support of our Nation’s heroes.

“America’s military might is essential to our safety, prosperity and national security. Caring for the brave Americans in our Armed Forces, and their families, and upholding our sacred obligation to those who have served with honor is the least we can do for those who have given so much for so many. This month, we pledge our gratitude to every man and woman currently serving this Nation in uniform, to all our veterans who helped preserve and defend our precious freedom, and to every family member who shares in the service and sacrifice of military life.” – 2020 excerpt of the presidential declaration of National Veterans and Military Families Month

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FEATURE

The health benefits of gratitude As we celebrate National Veterans & Military Family Month, let’s practice & express thankfulness

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ovember is commonly associated with Thanksgiving and gratefulness, a time in which we acknowledge positive aspects of our lives.

This process helps us connect with something larger than ourselves, decreases vulnerability to stress and promotes resiliency. Positive psychology research correlates gratitude with greater personal happiness. How can this be?

Gratitude is a way of appreciating and focusing on the present aspect of our lives rather than looking into the future for something new, hoping that it will bring happiness.

A study in 2002 on gratitude — “Dimensions and Perspectives of Gratitude,” conducted by Robert A. Emmons and his colleagues — found that regularly grateful people seem to have more positive neurological traits overall. They are “more empathetic, forgiving, helpful and supportive” than those who don’t engage in gratitude, and they also “tend to experience positive emotions more often.”

Practicing gratitude is a way to appreciate the world around us in the moment. The University of California, Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center highlights ways mental health improves by practicing gratitude. Here are some findings: • The brain floods with “reward” chemicals. The brain’s response to gratitude is to activate a reward center, one specifically targeted at boosting bonds with other people.

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• Anxiety and depression symptoms are reduced.

Gratitude challenges negative thought patterns, which can be a core component of depression and anxiety in individuals.

• Hypothalamus function improves. The hypothalamus regulates multiple body functions, including hunger, sleep, body temperature and metabolism; gratitude motivates it to excel.

• Resistance to stress increases. Gratitude helps individuals become more resilient and less vulnerable to continued stress throughout their lifespan.

To learn more about this topic, contact the Employee Assistance Program team at 253-732-2214.

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Enroll in CYS sports for skills building & fun

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CYS Youth Sports families — indoor fall and winter sports are starting soon! As a reminder, masks are required inside all JBLM facilities for anyone ages 5 and older, regardless of vaccination status. This applies to all Youth Sports participants and spectators. We appreciate your cooperation and assistance in keeping our youth safe and healthy!

Youth sports stresses safety & inclusion Our comprehensive youth sports program enhances youth attitude, physical fitness and self-esteem. We host recreational leagues that are inclusive of all ages of youth who want to learn the fundamentals of the game and to have fun.

For players with advanced sports skills and greater ambition, parents may wish to check local alternatives.

Enrollment is now open for basketball and cheerleading. See the chart for upcoming sports. Sign up at JBLMcysRegistration.com.

We adhere to current COVID mitigation

guidelines for everyone’s safety.

We need your energy for youth sports!

Do you come to all your child’s games or meets and connect well with kids and parents?

Share your love of sports with JBLM youth as a volunteer sports coach.

Youth Sports provides training and offers sports fee vouchers. A background check is required for all volunteers.

For more details, stop by the Youth Sports office at 6398 Garcia Blvd., Lewis Main.

The office is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Questions? Call 253-967-2405.

Fall/winter sports leagues & activities Sports/ Activity

Registration

Ages

Cost

Practice Begins

First Game Day

Games End

Basketball & Cheerleading

through Nov. 18

5–15

$65

Monday, Nov. 29

Saturday, Dec. 11

Saturday, Feb. 5

Cheerleading

through Nov. 18

5–15

$65

Monday, Nov. 29

Saturday, Dec. 11

Saturday, Feb. 5

Karate

online monthly

4–18

$40/mo.

Times online

Meet at 6398 Garcia Blvd.

Winter break camps & activities Camps

Registration

Age

Cost

Dates

Time/Location

Basketball Camp

Nov. 15–Dec. 17

5–15

$35

Dec. 20–22

10 a.m.–noon for ages 5–8; 1–3 p.m. for ages 9–15 at 2295 S. 12th St. (at Bitar,) Lewis Main

Volleyball Camp

Nov. 15–Dec. 23

9–15

$35

Dec. 27–29

10–11:30 a.m., 2295 S. 12th St. (at Bitar,) Lewis Main

Funky Fit Games and Racquet Sports

Nov. 15–Dec. 23

5-15

$35

Dec. 27–29

12:30–2 p.m., 2295 12th St. (at Bitar,) Lewis Main

Register at JBLMcysRegistration.com except where otherwise indicated.

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Orientation: Tuesday, Nov. 16, 6–8 p.m.

Call 253-967-3039 for appointments.

2275 Liggett Ave., Lewis Main

Due to the importance of the meeting, children are not allowed. *Conditions apply. Call 253-967-3039 for details.

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Youth fun pages Find the Turkey It’s mealtime for Farmer John’s turkey, but the turkey wandered off and is lost.

Can you help Farmer John find him?

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What’s Different?

Find 10 differences between the top picture and the one below it. Circle them when you spot them.

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Each month, hear what different JBLM Service members, family members, civilians and others like to do in their spare time.

Jack Taggart Last adventure: Mount Rainier with some good hiking tips from the people at Northwest Adventure Center. [see pages 8–11 for ODR trips.]

Last pet peeve: Crooked parking jobs.

Last MWR facility you used and for what: This morning working out at Wilson Sports & Fitness Center.

Last good advice you received: Don’t take criticism from somebody you wouldn’t take advice from.

Last song you listened to: “Canola Fields” by James McMurty.

Last thing you ate: Courtesy photo

A breakfast burrito from Habañero Mexican Grill.

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