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Scott Hansen/Northwest Guardian

Terrence McGuire, of JBLM, fishes for trout off the fishing pier on American Lake at the JBLM Travel Camp on JBLM Lewis North. Both tent and RV camping sites are available as well as cabins with full kitchens and bathrooms.

Weekend Pass

Northwest Guardian

Joint Base Lewis-McChord offers a variety of opportunities for weekend camping escapes. With the cost of gas rising again at the start of the summer travel season, places to “stay-cation” are in high demand.

Published: 12:20PM May 23rd, 2013

When the summer season’s first shipment of Copper River salmon arrived from Alaska May 17 to the delight of seafood lovers throughout the Pacific Northwest, an Air Force Reservist assigned to the 446th Airlift Wing knew just how to cook it up.

Published: 11:27AM May 9th, 2013

There will be no shortage of entertainment at this year’s Armed Forces Day celebration at Joint Base Lewis-McChord May 18.

Published: 11:30AM May 9th, 2013

NAC open house

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Published: 04:28PM April 25th, 2013

TENINO — Terril Keary doesn’t look like a stereotypical wine maker. Sporting a Hawaiian shirt and Seattle Seahawks visor, the Thurston County vintner serves up samples of his wines from behind the bar in his Tenino tasting room, just south of Yelm.

Published: 05:07PM April 25th, 2013

LeMay Wine and Chocolate Affair

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Published: 12:57PM April 11th, 2013

Playwright Gregory Burke’s assignment to help commission The National Theatre of Scotland in 2004 was to find a contemporary issue that could translate into a stage production. His work found him at a pub talking with Scottish veterans of the Iraq war.

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Published: 12:16PM March 28th, 2013

Spring officially began March 20, but for most young children, the first sign of the new season usually includes a sturdy basket, loads of candy and a race to find brightly colored eggs.

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Published: 12:58PM March 14th, 2013

It’s that time of year again as green beer flows into pints for the many that celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Sunday. But where to go to enjoy a good drink, some delicious food and maybe a bit of Celtic music?

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Published: 11:07AM February 28th, 2013

Planning a vacation can become a chore, but thanks to Joint Base Lewis-McChord’s Leisure Travel Services, the only difficulty will be deciding where to go: Oregon coast? Hawaii? A cruise?

Published: 11:11AM February 28th, 2013

Skiing, boarding trip to Mission Ridge

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Published: 01:54PM February 14th, 2013

With the largest concentration of microbreweries in the nation, the Pacific Northwest embraces the culture of making your own beer.

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Published: 11:08AM January 31st, 2013

In 1957, military service member and Tacoma native George Chihuly was killed in a Navy training accident. His parents and his 16-year-old brother were devastated.

Published: 11:11AM January 31st, 2013

Snowshoe outing on Hurricane Ridge

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Published: 11:29AM January 17th, 2013

In partnership with the Joint Base Lewis-McChord Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Directorate, the Tacoma Symphony Orchestra will perform a free family concert Saturday at Evergreen Theater on 2nd Division Drive, Lewis Main.

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Published: 11:47AM December 20th, 2012

Absorbing the wonder of the holiday season can involve many different activities, from caroling to baking to watching Christmas lights. Neighboring towns and cities offer the Joint Base Lewis-McChord community the opportunity to see impressive light displays that deliver affordable family entertainment close to home.

Published: 11:50AM December 20th, 2012

Fantasy Lights

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Published: 11:47AM December 6th, 2012

The weather is changing, and while it might not look like a winter wonderland around Joint Base Lewis-McChord, the mountain ranges in the area are gettiing a good dose of the white stuff. The weekend ski season officially opened in Washington on Thanksgiving, and many local ski areas will begin daily operations by mid-December.

Published: 11:54AM December 6th, 2012

Santa’s Reindeer Dash

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Published: 03:20PM November 20th, 2012

Several holiday-themed events are happening on Joint Base Lewis-McChord in the coming weeks. Here is a list of where to go and what to see during this festive time of year:

Published: 03:23PM November 20th, 2012

A Victorian Country Christmas

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Published: 02:08PM November 8th, 2012

Now in its 47th year, the city of Auburn will host its annual Veterans Day parade Nov. 10 beginning at 11 a.m. The one-mile parade route travels through downtown Auburn along Main Street to A Street NW.

Published: 02:13PM November 8th, 2012

Veterans Appreciation Day at Northwest Trek

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Published: 02:55PM October 25th, 2012

Prepare to be scared.

Published: 04:30PM October 25th, 2012

JBLM Harvest Fest and Costume Show-n-Share When: Saturday, Oct. 27, 4 to 7 p.m. Where: Hillside Youth Center Teen Zone, 6397 Garcia Blvd. on Lewis Main What: Game booths and great prizes, pumpkin patch, fun photos, crafts, candy and face painting. Free event for kids up to 5th grade. Call 967-4441 for more details.

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Published: 10:30AM October 11th, 2012

Every weekday right about noon, sounds of a trumpet can be heard near the DuPont Gate on Joint Base Lewis-McChord.

Published: 10:33AM October 11th, 2012

If you’re looking for a day of fall family fun, here’s a list of local pumpkin patches, corn mazes and hay rides in the South Sound area:

Weekend Pass

Published: 11:46AM September 27th, 2012

The glitz, the glamour, the nightlife — Las Vegas has it all. And with military discounts for lots of Vegas attractions and venues, Sin City has returned to its roots as an affordable destination. Keep in mind that many of these discounts require a valid military ID card or may only be offered to active duty service members, so remember to get clarification.

Published: 11:54AM September 27th, 2012

The downtown Las Vegas area, known as Fremont Street, is lined with original Vegas casinos and hotels and offers an old Vegas experience. Most hotels have been updated or renovated, but the charm of Fremont Street is its history.

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Published: 11:10AM September 13th, 2012

Traveling to another country is often expensive, but with special rates to Victoria, British Columbia available to all active duty, reserve and retired military personnel and their immediate family members, international travel is surprisingly affordable.