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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. 

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Seahawks Ticket Registration

Register for your chance to buy home game tickets!

Jul 3
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Sounders

Jul 3 12:30 pm - 3 pm

Trivia Night

Jul 3 7 pm - 9 pm
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Trivia Night

Jul 3 7 pm - 9 pm
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Holiday Hours

Jul 4
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DONSA hours

Jul 5
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Rock N' Glow Bowling

Jul 5 4 pm - 9 pm
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Friday Night Fighting Games

Jul 5 7 pm
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Pokemon Gaming Club

Jul 6 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
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Street Fighter 6 Tournament

Jul 6 2 pm - 4 pm
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Anime Night

Jul 6 7 pm - 11:30 pm
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PlayStation VR gaming

Jul 7 10 am - 9 pm
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Pizza & Bowling

Jul 7 12 pm - 6 pm
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Thursday Pool Tournaments

Jul 11 7 pm
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Sizzlin' Summer Barbeque

Join us for a BBQ and craft fair!

Jul 13 11 am - 5 pm
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Summit Mount Rainier

The BIG ONE

Jul 14 2024 - Jul 16 2024
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Eagle's Pride Bird Walk

Jul 18 8 am - 12 pm
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Mount Baker Summit

Jul 19
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CG Scramble

Jul 19 1 pm
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Sporting Clays

Jul 20
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Down & Dirty Trail Run 2024

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Run three miles of obstacles with us! NEW! Youth registration is now $25! Register by July 5 to guarantee a shirt and medal at packet pickup.

Jul 20 10 am
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Pokémon Gaming Club

Jul 20 10:30 am - 12 pm