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Great Restaurants for Mom on Mother’s Day near Joint Base Lewis-McChord
Mother’s Day will be here before you know it! Treat Mom to a special meal on Mother’s Day at one of these fun locations close to Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM). Whether it's lunch, brunch, or high tea, make sure to make a reservation since these restaurants are bound...
Farmer’s Markets around Joint Base Lewis-McChord
Take a Spring outing to one of the many Farmer’s Markets near JBLM Are you ready to get out of the house and head out on a fun day trip from JBLM? Military Spouse Olivia Michelle says, "Summer is my favorite time of year in Washington State and the nice weather brings...
Daytrip from JBLM to the Northwest Trek Wildlife Park
As the Spring weather is finally kicking in and the rain is subsiding, it’s time to get outdoors and enjoy the sunshine. Northwest Trek Wildlife Park is just 30-45 minutes from Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) and offers a fun day...
CPT Timothy Boyle and CPT Joshua Corson Best Ranger 2022
Winners of the 38th Annual David E. Grange Jr. Best Ranger 2022 Competition Announced The Best Ranger Competition 2022 is now complete. This was the 38th annual celebration of this grueling competition, starring the best soldiers of the world, our United States Army,...
Spring Fair at the Washington State Fairgrounds
Spring is here and it’s almost time for the Spring fair! The Spring Fair is a smaller version of the annual Washington State Fair that takes place in September each year. The Spring Fair will be taking place April 14-16 & 21-24, 2022 and will be closed on Easter...
Snow Much Fun at Crystal Mountain Resort
Ready for a day trip from Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM)? There are still a few months left to enjoy the snow at Crystal Mountain Resort in Washington State. "There are more things to do than just snow sports and it makes a nice day trip or weekend getaway!” said...
Day trip to see the Cherry Blossoms at the University of Washington in Seattle
Are you ready for a day trip from Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM)? We asked Military Spouse and blogger Olivia Michelle for a fun day trip idea. She said, "Cherry Blossoms are by far one of my favorite bloom seasons in the Pacific Northwest. The University of...
Key changes made to the Army Combat Fitness Test announced
U.S. Army announced major changes to ACFT Following an in-depth independent review by RAND and a three-year evaluation period that included Soldier feedback, the Army announced the implementation of the revised Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT), which begins April 1,...
The difference between a pre-qualification and a Fairway Advantage pre-approval
Are you ready to house hunt this summer near Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM)? Not sure what your next steps as a homebuyer are? We reached out to Loan Officer Chelsea Stanton to help walk you through the process. Here she’ll explain the difference between getting a...
Tips for Visiting Rainier National Park in Winter
Are you ready to take a day trip from Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) and get out for the day? Mount Rainier National Park is absolutely beautiful in the winter time. We asked Military Spouse and blogger Olivia Michelle for tips getting outside in Washington State...