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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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Thursday Pool Tournaments

Apr 24 7 pm
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Commander's Cup Golf Registration

Apr 25
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Spring Online Auction

Get great deals on used equipment and abandoned vehicles!

Apr 25
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CG Scramble

Apr 25 11 am
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Sounders

Apr 25 12:30 pm - 3 pm
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Pickleball Tournament

Free! Open to DoD ID cardholders ages 18 and older. Register by April 17.

Apr 25 6 pm
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Armed Forces Kids Run

Register by April 10 to guarantee your youth a free race shirt!

Apr 26 10:30 am - 12 pm
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Gourmet Gatherings

Apr 26 11 am - 1 pm
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Kids' Fest

JBLM's Month of the Military Child main event! Join us for free fun for all age groups!

Apr 26
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Apex Legends Tournament

Apr 26 2 pm - 4 pm
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Rock N' Glow Bowling

Apr 26 4 pm - 9 pm
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Anime Night

Apr 26 7 pm - 11:30 pm
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Pizza & Bowling

Apr 27 12 pm - 6 pm
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Trivia Night

Apr 30 7 pm - 9 pm
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Family STEAM Adventure Club

May 1 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
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Dungeons & Dragons One-Shot: The Wolves of Welton

May 2 6 pm - 8 pm
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Fly Fishing Camp

May 3
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Fort Lewis Amateur Golf Tournament

Compete in the 66th Annual Fort Lewis Amateur Golf Tournament!

May 3
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Photography 101

May 3
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Quarterly 10-Ball Pool Tournament

May 3 2 pm - 4 pm
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NAF Job Fair

May 6 8 am - 2 pm
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Star Wars Trivia Night

May 7 7 pm - 9 pm
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Open Mic Night

May 9 7 pm - 9 pm
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Whale Watching Tour

May 10