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Stay cool with MWR

Stay cool outdoors with MWR!

Check out one of JBLM’s Splash Parks! 

Freedom Park Splash Park:  Open daily 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Near Bowl Arena Lanes; use 2272 Liggett Ave. for driving directions.

Summer Cove Splash Park:  Open daily 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Near Russell Landing Marina; use 8981 American Lake Ave. for driving directions and take a left from the marina parking lot.

McChord Pool: Open: Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Holidays: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. through the season.
Pool schedule

Russell Landing Marina
Now open: Friday-Monday: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.  
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  • Rent boats, kayaks and more.
  • Please take the state-mandated training before renting watercraft (motorized and non-motorized).

Shoreline Park is great for swimming!

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  • No lifeguards on duty at any JBLM beaches.
  • No alcohol is permitted on the beaches. The only exception is for unit events when an Exception to Policy is requested through Outdoor Recreation (initiated during the pavilion reservation process).
  • Please help keep our parks clean; Pack it in, pack it out. There are trash receptacles located throughout the park as well as large dumpsters near the entrance/exit of the park to dispose of any unwanted items.
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Summer safety

  • Use caution when swimming in American Lake and other local bodies of water. Waters in the area maintain constant temperatures throughout the year, and there’s a risk of hypothermia.
  • Stay hydrated.
  • Use sunscreen.
  • Check on friends and neighbors.
  • Please don’t leave children or pets in your vehicle, even for a second. Temps can reach lethal levels very quickly.

Stay cool indoors with MWR!

Bowl Arena Lanes, Warrior Zone (ages 18+), Habanero Mexican Grill, Sounders Indoor Playground, McChord Library and Tin Hutt BBQ at Eagle's Pride Golf are air-conditioned. Find addresses and hours throughout this website.

McChord LIbrary

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More Outdoor Recreation

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Whale Watching Tour

May 10
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Armed Forces Day

Join us for JBLM's Armed Forces Day Celebration! Open to the public!

May 17 11 am - 6 pm

DONSA & Family Day hours

May 23
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DONSA & Family Day hours

May 23
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Explore Victoria B.C.

May 24
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Holiday Hours

May 26
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Outdoor Rec Summer Expo & Fishing Derby

Jun 7 10 am - 2 pm
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Photography 101

Jun 14

Freedom Fest

Celebrate Independence Day early with us! Open to the public!*

Jun 28 1 pm
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Freedom Fest

Celebrate Independence Day early with us! Open to the public!*

Jun 28 1 pm
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