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June Calendar

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Better Opportunities for Single Service Members is a program that supports the overall quality of life for single Service members. The BOSS program is based on three program pillars:

  • Quality of life.
  • Community service.
  • Recreation and leisure.

The BOSS executive team is made up of four individuals from various backgrounds who contribute different ideas and social experiences. The JBLM BOSS Team is overseen by the the MWR Advisor, the Joint Base Sergeant Major and the Joint Base Senior Enlisted Advisor.
Each unit assigns a BOSS rep to represent the voice of their Service members. Unit BOSS reps are responsible for ensuring their Service members are well-informed about upcoming events and quality-of-life issues. 

Installation BOSS Meetings

Installation BOSS meetings are held the third Thursday of every month from 2-3 p.m., at the Stone Education Center. These meetings serve as a forum for the unit, squadron, battalion and brigade BOSS reps to voice the opinion of their Service members, obtain valuable information on upcoming events and receive materials such as event fliers, calendars and magazines. 

Get Involved with BOSS

Help make JBLM a better place to live and work with BOSS.

As a member of BOSS, you have a voice in how you live, how you spend your leisure time and how you support the community around you. BOSS single Service members can coordinate and participate in community service projects, organize recreation and leisure activities and actively support the quality of life needs of single Service members.

If you're interested in getting involved with the BOSS Team, ask your unit rep or stop by the BOSS Office located inside the Warrior Zone. Getting involved with BOSS through fundraisers, event setup/teardown/participation, community projects and more could enhance your promotion packets. A popular option each fall is the Theatrical Nightmare Haunted House, "A Walk in the Dark."

Download the application formVolunteer Management Information

 
History of BOSS

The BOSS program originated in 1989 (as Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers) to respond to the recreational needs of single Soldiers aged 18-25 who make up 35% of the Army. As the program was implemented throughout the Army, it became evident that quality of life was the primary concern to single Soldiers. In 1991, the Chief of Staff of the Army officially expanded BOSS to include all aspects of Soldiers’ lives. Some BOSS members then began to express an interest in participating in community service projects which was added as a component of the program. In 2010, Fort Lewis and McChord Field merged to become Joint Base Lewis-McChord. An aspect of this merger was to encourage airmen to participate in the BOSS program, and thus BOSS was rechristened as Better Opportunities for Single Service members. 

More Recreation

Sounders

Jun 6 8:30 am - 11 am
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Mocktails & diamonds

Jun 7 5 pm - 6 pm
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Trivia Night

Jun 7 7 pm - 9 pm

Trivia Night

Jun 7 7 pm - 9 pm
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Thursday Pool Tournaments

Jun 8 7 pm

Hanging with your Gnomies

Jun 9 5 pm - 6 pm
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Movie Nights

Jun 9 5 pm - 10 pm
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Movie Nights

Jun 9 5 pm - 10 pm
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Friday Night Fighting Games

Jun 9 7 pm

Fishing Derby

Free fishing derby!

Jun 10 7 am - 10 am
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Outdoor Rec Expo & Fishing Derby

Jun 10 9 am - 2 pm

Outdoor Rec Expo & Fishing Derby

Jun 10 9 am - 2 pm
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Super Smash Bros Ultimate Tournament

Prizes: $300 in gift cards for each age group

Jun 10 10 am - 3 pm
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UFC 289

Jun 10 5 pm - 8 pm

Anime Night

Jun 10 7 pm - 11:30 pm
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Anime Night

Jun 10 7 pm - 11:30 pm

Whitewater Rafting

Jun 11
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PlayStation VR gaming

Jun 11 10 am - 9 pm
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Pizza & Bowling Sundays

Jun 11 12 pm - 6 pm

MWR Job Fair

No base access required. Bring your resume and transcripts or applicable certifications. On-the-spot interviews! Selections made the same day!

Jun 13 8 am - 2 pm
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The Art of Charcuterie

Jun 14 5 pm - 6 pm
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Eagle's Pride Bird Walk

Jun 15 8 am - 12 pm
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BOSS Community Meeting

Jun 15 2 pm - 3 pm

DONSA hours

Jun 16
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