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Recreation Options for Servicemembers (02:49)

Employees describe the recreation benefits available at the Northwest Adventure Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash.

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Employees describe the recreation benefits available at the Northwest Adventure Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash. Servicemembers not only enjoy access to outdoor supplies, but they can also take advantage of discounted ski trips and scuba diving classes.

Members of the Reserve and Guard components receive the same recreation benefits as active-duty servicemembers. Plus, all other Department of Defense ID card holders, including dependents, can participate in recreation activities on any base worldwide.

Family & Morale, Welfare & Recreation (FMWR) sponsors many exciting activities on military bases. While recreation benefits and activities vary from base to base, FMWR offers concerts, intramural sports and much more.

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