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Boating Requirements
You must have a Washington State Boater Education ID card or equivalent in order to rent a pontoon, jet ski or motorboat. All boats come with appropriate safety equipment — life jackets, flotation cushion, oars or paddles, anchor, motor shut-off key and instructions on boating operations. You must return all equipment at the completion of your rental. To obtain a Washington State Boater Education ID card, visit boatus.org/washington, register and complete the exam. Upon completion, print out the certificate and bring it or your permanent boater card to the office when you rent a watercraft. All patrons renting a motorized boat or jet ski are required to purchase fuel consumed upon the return of the boat/jet ski.

Paddling
For paddling (canoe, kayak and SUPS), please take the required free paddle sports safety course at https://www.boaterexam.com/paddling/

Shoreline Park open April 1 to Sep. 30.
Shoreline Park Shoreline Beach Rd Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington 98433 United States +1(253)967-2510
Monday
Dawn-Dusk
Tuesday
Dawn-Dusk
Wednesday
Dawn-Dusk
Thursday
Dawn-Dusk
Friday
Dawn-Dusk
Saturday
Dawn-Dusk
Sunday
Dawn-Dusk
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Parks & Pavilions

Boating Requirements
You must have a Washington State Boater Education ID card or equivalent in order to rent a pontoon, jet ski or motorboat. All boats come with appropriate safety equipment — life jackets, flotation cushion, oars or paddles, anchor, motor shut-off key and instructions on boating operations. You must return all equipment at the completion of your rental. To obtain a Washington State Boater Education ID card, visit boatus.org/washington, register and complete the exam. Upon completion, print out the certificate and bring it or your permanent boater card to the office when you rent a watercraft. All patrons renting a motorized boat or jet ski are required to purchase fuel consumed upon the return of the boat/jet ski.

Paddling
For paddling (canoe, kayak and SUPS), please take the required free paddle sports safety course at https://www.boaterexam.com/paddling/

Summer Cove playground open year-round. Splash pad open with limited functionality Memorial Day-Labor Day.
Summer Cove San Antonio Pl, Tacoma 98433 United States
Monday
11:00am-6:00pm
Tuesday
11:00am-6:00pm
Wednesday
11:00am-6:00pm
Thursday
11:00am-6:00pm
Friday
11:00am-6:00pm
Saturday
11:00am-6:00pm
Sunday
11:00am-6:00pm
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Private Organizations & Fundraising

All fundraising activities at JBLM require prior written approval by the Director, Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation. The DFMWR establishes the authority and determines the location, time, and parameters for all fundraising events at JBLM. 

Private Organizations, Family Readiness Groups, and Squadron Booster Clubs may conduct fundraising events that abide by the established policies and regulations.

JBLM Morale Welfare and Recreation 2013 N. 3rd St. Rm 312 JBLM-Lewis Main, Washington 98433 United States +1(253)967-6551
Monday
7:30am-4:00pm
Tuesday
7:30am-4:00pm
Wednesday
7:30am-4:00pm
Thursday
7:30am-4:00pm
Friday
7:30am-4:00pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
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Range 15 - Rifle & Pistol

All privately owned weapons must be registered on base before bringing them onto the installation. Please visit DES's weapons registration page to complete registration prior to visiting the ranges.

15 E Gate Rd Tacoma, Washington 98433 United States +1(253)967-7056
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
10:00am-4:00pm
Saturday
10:00am-4:00pm
Sunday
10:00am-4:00pm
DONSAs
Normal-Hours
Holidays
Closed
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Russell Landing Marina

Rent a boat to enjoy a day on American Lake or rent a pavilion for a unit or family picnic. Moorage and dry storage slips are available if you own a boat, and we have a great selection of bait and tackle. We're also able to host a number of special events - ask us about what's coming soon! Now available to rent at Russell Landing, jet skis!

Everything you need for a day out on the water. Fishing poles, bait & tackle, refreshments, snacks. Have your own boat? The boat launch fee is $5.

Closed for the 2024 season.
Russell Landing Marina 8981 American Lake Ave JBLM-Lewis North, Washington 98433 United States +1(253)967-2510
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RV and Vehicle Storage Lot

MWR at Yakima Training Center provides childcare, fitness and recreation services to active-duty Service members, spouses, retirees and DOD civilians. MWR services include the Blanchard Physical Fitness Center, Child and Youth Services, El Mirador, YTC Recreation Center, RV and Vehicle Storage Lot, seasonal RV dry camp, juvenile fishing pond, archery range, Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail and access to YTC “public lands” for hunting and recreating.

970 Firing Center Rd #502 Yakima, Washington 98901 United States +(509)577-3208
Monday
5:30am-8:00pm
Tuesday
5:30am-8:00pm
Wednesday
5:30am-8:00pm
Thursday
5:30am-8:00pm
Friday
5:30am-8:00pm
Saturday
8:00am-3:30pm
Sunday
8:00am-3:30pm
Holidays
Closed
Programs using this location:

RV Travel Camp

MWR at Yakima Training Center provides childcare, fitness and recreation services to active-duty Service members, spouses, retirees and DOD civilians. MWR services include the Blanchard Physical Fitness Center, Child and Youth Services, El Mirador, YTC Recreation Center, RV and Vehicle Storage Lot, seasonal RV dry camp, juvenile fishing pond, archery range, Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail and access to YTC “public lands” for hunting and recreating.

970 Firing Center Rd #502 Yakima, Washington 98901 United States +(509)577-3208
Monday
5:30am-8:00pm
Tuesday
5:30am-8:00pm
Wednesday
5:30am-8:00pm
Thursday
5:30am-8:00pm
Friday
5:30am-8:00pm
Saturday
8:00am-3:30pm
Sunday
8:00am-3:30pm
Holidays
Closed
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School Age Services

The CYS School Age Services program is offered at three locations across the installation to best serve your Family: Lewis North School Age Center, Cascade School Age Center and McChord School Age Center.

5:30 a.m. drop-off with advance command approval
Cascade School Age Center 2402 Bitar Ave. JBLM-Lewis Main, Washington 98433 United States +1(253)966-8977
Monday
6:00am-5:30pm
Tuesday
6:00am-5:30pm
Wednesday
6:00am-5:30pm
Thursday
6:00am-5:30pm
Friday
6:00am-5:30pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Programs using this location:

School Age Services

The CYS School Age Services program is offered at three locations across the installation to best serve your Family: Lewis North School Age Center, Cascade School Age Center and McChord School Age Center.

5:30 a.m. drop-off with advance command approval
Lewis North School Age Center 8584 American Lake Ave. JBLM-Lewis North, Washington 98433 United States +1(253)966-7166
Monday
6:00am-6:00pm
Tuesday
6:00am-6:00pm
Wednesday
6:00am-6:00pm
Thursday
6:00am-6:00pm
Friday
6:00am-6:00pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Programs using this location:

School Age Services

The CYS School Age Services program is offered at three locations across the installation to best serve your Family: Lewis North School Age Center, Cascade School Age Center and McChord School Age Center.

5:30 a.m. drop-off with advance command approval
McChord School Age Center 3032 Dogwood St. SW McChord, Washington 98438 United States +1(253)982-2203
Monday
6:00am-6:00pm
Tuesday
6:00am-6:00pm
Wednesday
6:00am-6:00pm
Thursday
6:00am-6:00pm
Friday
6:00am-6:00pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
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