Boeing Puget Sound Clubs and Special Interest Groups
Unless otherwise noted, club membership and events are open to Boeing employees, Boeing retirees, vendors of Boeing, customers of Boeing, contract and government personnel assigned full time to The Boeing Company, and spouses and dependents of the above only.
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Aerodynamic Modeling (BEAMS)
The club in Everett brings together adults, and their dependents, interested in the science and enjoyment of model airplanes. Members learn to design, build and fly many different types of models, ranging from hand launched gliders, rubber powered models, and more advanced indoor model designs, that weigh between 1-15 grams. Our club, also known as BEAMS, focuses on indoor modeling, mostly so that youth and adults can share this inexpensive hobby in a safe environment with experienced modelers. We host monthly "building and indoor flying sessions" at the Boeing Recreation facility in Everett. Our goals are to have fun learning to build and fly model airplanes and to work together in accomplishing projects. BEAMS is a chartered club of the AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics). Visit one of our events to enjoy the world of model aeronautics.
Everett BEAMS meets for "building sessions" from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Everett Activity Center on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month.. "Indoor Flying sessions" are on the 2nd Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
CLUB WEBSITE
CLUB CONTACT: Keith Varnau
Alpine (BOEALPS)
The Alpine Society was formed in 1963 to promote the sport of mountain climbing and currently has over 300 members. Each spring BOEALPS offers a ten-week mountaineering course designed to teach safe climbing skills to newcomers to the sport. Fifty to 100 people graduate each year, and for many, climbing becomes a lifelong hobby. The club stays active all year, with a selection of outings offered each month, including cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, hiking and climbing. Meetings are held the first Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the 2-22 headquarters building and usually feature slide presentations made by climbers on their trips to nearby mountains and peaks throughout the world. Dues are currently: $25 for individuals / $30 for family / $20 for retirees.
Amateur Radio -- Everett (BEARONS)
The Everett Activity Center houses the club's ham shack, where members can use club-owned radio equipment. The club also offers training for those interested in the novice, technician, general and advanced amateur radio license examinations. These eight-week sessions are held three times per year. The society also participates in many public service events for Boeing, including the 777 roll out and the Everett Fall Family Fun Run & Walk. The Amateur Radio Operators North Society meets on the second Saturday of each month at 10:00 a.m. at the Everett Activity Center. Annual dues are $15.
Amateur Radio -- Seattle (BEARS)
The Amateur Radio Society is one of the largest clubs of its kind in the Pacific Northwest. The BEARS "HAM" shack is located on the southwest corner of the Kent Space Center complex in Kent. The Club operates repeaters on the 144, 220, and 440 megahertz amateur bands. They also offer training classes in Amateur Radio theory and Morse Code. General membership meetings are held on the first Saturday of the month from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at the 7-226 Kent Recreation Center building in Kent. If the first Saturday falls during a holiday, the meeting is held on the following Saturday. Annual membership dues are $15 for employees and $10 for retirees.
Art Club
The Art Club sessions are informal and are not structured. The sessions are 3 hours long on Tuesday nights from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Kent Activity Center. Each person paints or draws in their own medium, an instructor is there to critique and help each person with their work. Class size is limited to 10 -- 15 people allowing the instructor to frequently help the artist. This may not be the format for someone wanting to learn basics, but if a person wants to practice their art and have a time set aside to paint or draw, this could work for you. There are three eight week sessions each year, starting in the fall. The cost is $50 per 8 week session.
Astronomical Society
The Boeing Employees' Astronomical Society (BEAS) promotes all aspects of astronomy, including telescope design and construction, theoretical astronomy, practical astronomy, and astrophotography. Club activities include observing sessions, lectures, films, demonstrations, field trips and social events. The club also maintains a large inventory of telescopes which may be checked out by the membership as well as an extensive astronomical library. BEAS holds regular monthly meetings at 7:00 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month at the Oxbow Activity Center. Annual dues are $20 for a family and $8 for retirees.
Autosports (BEAC)
The Autosports Club is involved in autocross, a primarily low-speed precision driving sport. Autocross emphasizes a driver's accurate control of the car, rather than the car's performance. Activities include: driving schools, trips to motorsport events, and a "common car" championship. General membership meetings are held from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month at the Oxbow Recreation Center, room 201. Driving events are held at the Kent Space Center in the East parking lot and at the Everett Plant parking lots. Annual dues are $12 for individuals and $15 for families.
Basketball Association -- Everett (BEEBA)
The Everett Basketball Association offers league play in the fall (September to December) and winter (January to April). Teams play a nine game season followed by playoffs with all games being held at the Everett Activity Center. Available players lists are maintained at the website below for individuals without a team. Teams are placed in divisions based on roster information and past performance. For team registration forms, eligibility requirements, and general league information contact Everett Recreation at 425-342-5000.
Basketball Association -- Seattle
The Basketball Association administers a recreational and competitive program for both men and women. Eligibility for the men's leagues is restricted to Boeing employees, retirees, and contract, vendor, government and customer personnel stationed full time at the Company. Employees, wives of employees, and dependents more than 18 years of age are eligible for the women's program. Teams are grouped into five divisions according to skill level and their finish in the previous year's league standings. Dependents are eligible. Spring and summer events include the annual 3-Point Shot Contest, a 3-on-3 League, and a week-long Kid's Camp for dependents. All games and events are played at the Oxbow Activity Center.
Beermakers (see Wine and Beermakers)
Bible Fellowship (BEBF)
The Boeing Employees Bible Fellowship is a network of local Bible studies that meet (in most cases) in conference rooms before work, after work, or during the lunch period in the Puget Sound and other regions. Most groups are small and informal. Each group determines its own course of study in the Bible. Prayer and fellowship go hand-in-hand with study.
Bicycle Club (BEBC)
The Club's focus is group riding, on roads, trails, and off-road (mountain biking). Members lead rides most days of the week, all year long. Lengths vary from less than 10 miles to over 100 miles. Speeds are scheduled in four ranges: 10 mph and slower, 10-13 mph, 13-16 mph, or 16+ mph. On Wednesdays and Saturdays we have "Slow & Easy" rides scheduled in addition to our other rides. There are also overnight, multi-day rides. The rides are mostly in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and British Columbia. Our members sometimes participate in tours in more distant locations such as Death Valley, California and "Bike & Barge" trips in Europe. Club member commuting and group mileages are tracked, with a grand total since 1965 over 2 million miles. Club meetings can feature slide shows of bicycle trips, discussions of cycling safety, and tips on repair, equipment and routes. BEBC meets several times a year, including a banquet meeting in January, a picnic in August and ride leaders' socials at other times. All other meetings are scheduled as announced in newsletter and on web. As of Jan. 1, 2007, the fee for receiving mailed paper copies of the newsletter is $5/year due to printing costs or free from our website! Annual dues are $15 for individual or $20 for family. .
CLUB WEBSITE
CLUB CONTACT: John Neller, 425-271-4837, bikenstein@msn.com
Big Band Dance Club
The Big Band Dance Club has classes from 7:15 p.m. to 10:15 p.m. Friday evenings at the Kent Activity Center and from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Monday evenings at the Everett Activity Center. Special event dances are offered on Saturday evenings at the Kent Activity Center throughout the year.
Dance classes in Fox Trot, Waltz, Swing, Samba, Cha-Cha, Rhumba, and Tango rhythms are offered. Dances are offered at scheduled times throughout the year on Saturday evenings at the Kent Activity Center. There are no programs offered during the summer. Annual membership dues are $5 for employees and $3.50 for retirees.
Boating Club (SEABACS)
Founded in 1961, the Seabacs club has structured itself around annual programs of general meetings, cruises, attendance at reciprocating clubs Commodore Balls, and local community service events. The general meetings are open to all current and potential members, and host several guest speakers a year. Cruising begins in early spring and culminates with a local New Year's cruise. The club meets at 7 p.m. on the second Monday of each month (except July and August) at the Oxbow Activity Center. Membership is open to all current and retired Boeing employees, with dues at $60 annually.
Canoeing -- Lake and Whitewater (BEWET Club)
The Boeing Whitewater & Touring Club (BEWET) has a one boat lake canoe fleet but we are looking to expand this portion of our club. If you are interested in canoeing in any way, please contact the club and find out how you can get involved. Placid water canoe trips can be scheduled to take advantage of the numerous lakes and calm rivers in the Puget Sound area. Why not try an overnight canoe camping trip! Learn about weather and navigation from our experienced sea kayak instructors. Whitewater enthusiasts are encouraged to participate on trips with the rafting portion of the club. We travel on most of the class III+ rivers that carve their way through the foothills of the Cascade Mountains. Come give us a try. Annual dues are $20.00 for individuals and $25.00 for families. Membership includes a monthy newsletter. The BEWET club also participates in sea kayaking, rafting, and whitewater kayaking.
Ceramics and Pottery Club
The Ceramics and Pottery Studio operates out of the Kent Activity Center. The Club has potter's wheels, kilns, ceramic molds, slip pouring tables, supplies and offers classes in both ceramic and hand-thrown pottery. Annual membership dues are $20 individual, $25 family and there is a $15 monthly user fee.
Chess Club
Chess players of all skill levels are welcome. Contact the club for meeting time and dates for special events.
Choir -- Seattle
The Boeing Employees Choir has been entertaining audiences for more than four decades, performing from a repertoire that ranges from Bach to Broadway. Under the direction of Michael Kysar, the Choir rehearses each Tuesday evening from late August through early June at the Oxbow Activity Center. The concert season begins in early October, and more than 20 public concerts are given each year at convention venues, in churches, retirement homes, and auditoriums. In 1999, the Choir toured Australia and New Zealand, participating in the International Music Festival in Sydney. The group has had four tours in Europe and will revisit Germany in 2002 to sing at the rededication of the Frauenkirche Cathedral in Dresden, Germany. The cathedral was destroyed by Allied bombs during World War II. Members pay all costs associated with their tours. Annual dues are $50. The choir has made a compact disk, "Simple Gifts," which features some of its most popular sacred, spiritual and show tune pieces.
Coin Club
The Coin Club was formed to provide common facilities, numismatic information and fellowship for employees interested in advancing their knowledge of coins, tokens and paper money collecting as a hobby. The club is a member of the American, Canadian and Pacific Numismatic Associations. Meetings include educational activities, an auction, exhibits and guest speakers. Each year the club coins a medal featuring a Boeing product. The club also hosts an annual coin show in January and an awards banquet in October. General meetings are held the 4th Wednesday of each month (3rd Wednesday in December) in the south end (site location varies-see club website). Dues for the 135-member club are $8 for individuals and $10.00 per family. Dues for Boeing retirees are $5 per year.
Computer Society
The Computer Club has a dedicated computer room in the Kent Activity Center (7-226 Bldg.) which offers members computing services, various software programs, photo and slide scanning, a computer-related book library. The Society is comprised of special interest groups representing every major type of computer and many computer applications, each of which holds monthly meetings and special activities. The Society also sponsors an annual computer fair/swap meet. General membership meetings are held at 7 p.m. on the third Monday of the month at the Kent Activity Center. Annual dues are $18 for employees and $12 for retirees.
CLUB WEBSITE
AUTOMATED INFORMATION: 425-393-1611.
Concert Band
The Boeing Employees' Concert Band currently has over 40 members and performs at several area venues, including local schools and senior centers, the Museum of Flight, and the Ballard Locks Summer Concert Series. Our concerts are comprised of various types of music: classical, popular, marches, and seasonal tunes. There is currently a need for double reeds, trumpets, baritone saxophone, and french horns. The band rehearses in the South Park 15-35 Bldg. cafeteria on Tuesdays from 7pm -- 9pm. The Fall concert season begins in September and goes through December; the Spring concert season begins in January and goes through June. Semi-annual dues are $20, collected at the beginning of each concert season.
Concert Orchestra
The Concert Orchestra performs music ranging from baroque and classical to modern show tunes. Rehearsals are from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Monday evenings in the South Park 15-35 cafeteria. The Orchestra's season runs from Labor Day through May. Annual dues are $70 for the season, or $35 for the Fall/Christmas series and/or $35 for the Winter/Spring series.
Cricket Club
Boeing Cricket Club members will have a chance to compete in the Northwest Cricket League (NWCL), which is a member of United States of America Cricket Association (USACA). League games are held on weekends. The club is currently competing in the 2009 regular season and the NWCL Twenty 20 tournament. Cricket is the second most watched sport in the world behind soccer. Its popularity in the U.S. is growing very fast, due to the efforts of USACA. Visit the league website (www.nwcl.org) for latest schedules. Meets on Tuesdays at 6:00 pm at St. Edwards Park in Kenmore.
CLUB WEBSITE
CLUB EMAIL
CLUB CONTACTS: Amar Makadia, 253-266-8741, and Syed Abedi, 206-714-6593
Dog Owners Group (BEDOG)
BEDOG is a group of employees whose main interest is in promoting responsible dog ownership and involvement in various dog activities. The club has 8 major committees responsible for events within their area: Obedience, Agility, Herding, Mushing/Weight Pulling, Field, Conformation, Special Events and Public Relations. Classes in obedience and agility are held quarterly at the Kent Activity Center and retrieving and pointing dog classes are held in the field annually. Also, classes in Conformation Handling, Competitive Obedience, Tricks, Puppy Challenge, and Puppy Preschool are scheduled as demand warrants. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of the month at the Kent Activity Center at 7 p.m. Annual dues are $10 for employees and $5 for retirees.
Dog Registrar phone number for class signup is 425-477-5802.
Environmental Stewardship (BEES)
BEES (Boeing Employees for Environmental Stewardship) is dedicated to promoting environmental responsibility, awareness and education among Boeing employees and their families, at work and at home. Activities center around turning our passion for the environment into actions that will reduce our footprint, through a combination of educational events on a variety of environmentally-focused topics, going on tours, working with company focals on initiatives such as conservation at work, supporting community events, and connecting with other people and groups with a similar passion. Check the website for upcoming events, links to more information and ways to get involved.
Fencing
The Fencing Club offers classes and practice time on Tuesday and/or Thursday evenings at the Kent Activity Center. Classes are available for beginners to intermediate. Private lessons are available. Membership is required to take classes and use club equipment. Individual membership is $35 per year and family membership is $50 per year. Classes generally run for 8 weeks (one hour per week) for $25 (for the entire 8 weeks). Students of classes get first priority over club equipment.
Fishing (see Rod and Reel)
Flag Football -- Seattle
The Seattle Flag Football Association offers a seven-player, pass only league which plays each fall from September to early November. Games will take place at the Oxbow Activity Center and will be played on Saturdays. League play is open to all employees, retirees, contract, vendor, customer and government personnel stationed full-time to The Boeing Company. Spouses are also eligible to play. Cost per team for the seven-game plus playoff season is $200. Flags, balls and officials are provided.
Flying Association (BEFA)
The Flying Association (BEFA) provides flying and flight training opportunities at a moderate cost for employees and qualifying non-Boeing personnel, and their families. Aircraft available range from Cessna 150 trainers to the more complex Cessna 182RG, a C-182 fixed gear with all new Honeywell Avionics, including KLN94 GPS and Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System displayed on a 5" MFD. Both land and float-planes are available. The Association aircraft/instructors can be used for training, local flying, extensive vacation trips and general personal transportation. Primary and advanced training, aerobatic, float and flight career training through Commercial/ATP requirements can be fulfilled through the Club. No previous flying experience is required. The club has facilities at both the Renton and Everett airports.
CLUB WEBSITE
CLUB EMAIL
CLUB OFFICE: 425-237-2332.
4 x 4 Club (Stump Thumpers)
The club's official name is the "Boeing Employees' Stump Thumpers 4x4 Club" -- either "Stump Thumpers" or "BEST" for short. We welcome owners (and their families) of 4x4's of all makes and models, from stock to highly modified. Your off-highway skills can range anywhere from novice to well-seasoned veteran. Our club schedules various outings ranging from short day trips to long weekends on ORV trails and participates with other off-road vehicle clubs in the Puget Sound area as well. The new meeting place for the Boeing Stump Thumper's Club is at the Red Robin Restaurant in Factoria Mall in Bellevue, WA, on the 4th (not last, as there are sometimes five Tuesdays) Tuesday of each month from 6 PM until 8 PM. The meetings are held in a gated-off area on the mall aisle way adjacent to the restaurant. Waitstaff serves food and beverages. Initial dues are $15 and $25 annually after the first year.
Garden Club -- Everett
The Club meets from 5pm to 7pm on the 4th Thursday of most months at the Boeing Activity Center in Everett. At our meetings we share our gardening experiences, enjoy guest lectures, plan garden tours, etc.
Garden Club -- Seattle
The Club meets from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the third Monday of each month at the Oxbow Activity Center. Meetings are also planned at various sites, including gardening points of interest. Annual club dues are $10 per each invidivual.
Golf Association (BEGA)
The Boeing Employees' Golf Association (BEGA) is comprised of 57 leagues including men, women and mixed. More than 1,900 members golf on different courses during the week in the association's nine-hole, weeknight leagues and Saturday and Sunday 18-hole leagues. Leagues are split into divisions based on handicap, giving beginning golfers, as well as more advanced golfers, the opportunity to compete against players of similar ability. Twelve tournaments are held throughout the summer, culminating with the Interleague Championship Tournament where winners from all leagues compete. Two unofficial BEGA tournaments are held each year -- a Tournament in early October and a Christmas Tournament during the week of Christmas break (TBD). BEGA dues are $10 for employees, $8 for retirees, and $5 per league after initial membership.
Gun Club
The Everett Gun Club is an association of Boeing Employees committed to safe hunting, marksmanship, competition, reloading, education, and all around fun. Club meetings are held the fourth Wednesday of each month starting at 5:30 PM at Sam's Gunshop. Meetings feature interesting shooting videos, news, awards, activity discussions, guest speakers and an open discussion period. The club also sponsors shooting activities and indoor and outdoor shooting ranges throughout the year. Firearms safety is a major emphasis for the Club and NRA Certified classes are offered periodically at inexpensive rates for members and guests.
Karate (BEKA)
The Boeing Employees Karate Association (BEKA) teaches the traditional style of Shindo Jinen Ryu karate and is a member of the Japan Karate-do Ryobu-Kai organization. Kata (forms), Kumite (sparring), and karate basics are included in a curriculum that builds physical fitness and self-confidence. Training is provided for those desiring to compete in karate as a sport using the rules of the USA-NKF and the World Karate Federation. The club has several members who compete at the national and international level, including some who are current and past national champions for their divisions.
Classes for all levels of karate enthusiast are taught in Everett and Kent, and intermediate and advanced students are offered instruction at the Oxbow Center. All ranks from beginner to Black Belt holders work together in the Japanese style of karate known as Ryobu-Kai. Our club welcomes family members from ages 8 and above. The Kent classes are held every Monday and Wednesday evening from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm at the Kent Activity Center (bldg. 7-226) in Room E. New members are asked to join during the first few weeks of each quarter and attend the beginner's classes offered at that time. Tuition for karate instruction for Kent students is $40/per person/per quarter. The Everett classes are held every Monday and Wednesday evening from 6:45 pm to 8:15 pm at the Everett Activity Center (bldg. 40-201) in Classroom 2. New members are welcome at any time. Tuition for karate instruction for Everett students is $45/per person/per quarter and $30/per person/per quarter for additional family members. The Oxbow classes are held on Friday evenings from 6:00 pm until 7:30 pm at the Oxbow Activity Center (bldg. 9-150)
Belt promotions are conducted through the Japan Karate Federation Northwest Washington (JKFnww). JKFnww is an association of larger Karate organizations outside of Boeing. BEKA members are encouraged to also join JKFnww membership. Annual membership dues for JKFnww are $15 per person and $30 for family. Promotions are neither automatic nor guaranteed and are offered outside of the control of BEKA.
Karting Club (BEKC)
The Boeing Employees' Karting Club is a group of people who love the sport of Karting, or just love driving. What we want to do here is provide a non-threatening, learning atmosphere so that everyone can just have fun. We intend for this club to be family oriented so that all ages (over 8 yrs) may enjoy the sport of Karting. We practice, teach and insist on safety as well as safe and responsible driving by all Karters. We just love driving Karts and want to help others get started in Karting. This Club is for friendly driving and having fun. That does not mean we go slow! If you are severely bitten by the 'Need For Speed' Bug, you may be one of us! Therapy begins every Saturday with our discussion group 'Grin and Go!'. If your condition turns out to be incurable, you will be referred to one of the local specialists (racing clubs) where the treatment (racing) is intense. Please come join us at one of our Everett or Kent events. Annual dues are $10 for employees, $5 for retirees and $15 for a family.
Martial Arts
The Martial Arts Club practices Kokondo Karate and Jukido Jujitsu styles of realistic self-defense. The club is a member of the International Kokondo Association. Karate classes, for ages 13 or older, meet on Tuesday and Thursday at both the Kent and Oxbow Activity Centers. Karate classes meet on Monday and Wednesday in Black Diamond and Auburn. Jukido classes are held Saturday mornings at the Kent Activity Center. Fees are $20 a month for Karate (additional fee of $5 a month for the Black Diamond dojo because of rent); $10 a month for Jukido. Significant family discounts are available.
Mineralogical Society
The Mineralogical Society meets from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. on the second Thursday of the month at the Kent Activity Center. The Club has a dedicated lapidary and faceting shop within the Kent facility and offers lessons in working with rocks and jewelry making. Annual dues are $15.
Model Railroad Club
The Model Railroad Club has a dedicated room at the Kent Activity Center which houses their permanent HO scale layout. Layout work sessions are from 7 -- 9 p.m. on Monday nights. Formal operating nights are the 4th Friday of each month at 7 p.m., open running sessions are Wednesdays from 7 -- 9 p.m. Club business meetings are held on the third Thursday of the month. The Club also has portable modular layouts in HO and O Scales for train shows and open houses. Annual dues are $15; $5 for retirees.
Model Rocket Club
During the winter months, model construction classes are held to improve and develop model building and flying skills. The club newsletter contains construction hints, new model designs, club records and scale model planes. The club meets at 10:00 a.m. on the second Saturday of each month in the 18-10 Recreation building at the Kent Space Center. Launch sessions are held after each meeting, weather permitting. Annual dues are $10.
Parapsychology Club
The Parapsychology Club meets on the third Monday of the month from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. The meetings are held at the Boeing Activity Center in Kent. Social time is 6:00p.m -6:30 p.m. followed by a general meeting to discuss club business. At 7:00-9:00 p.m. a guest speaker will present a mini workshop for the evening. Workshop topics may relate to healing or the body-mind connection, hypnosis, UFO's, angels/guides, intuitive/psychic abilities of humans, astrology, numerology, and meditation. The club's purpose is to help us better understand our human potential within ourselves. We host workshops from time to time on Saturday where the speaker goes into greater detail on their topic. The club funds the guest speakers, some workshops, and outings by having an annual Healing Expo (formerly called Psychic Fair) once a year. Information on all BEPC activities are posted on our website as information becomes available. Club membership is $10 per year. See website for details.
Photographic Society
The Boeing Employees' Photographic Society (BEPS) meets each of the first four Tuesdays of the month; from September thru May with an annual Competition and Banquet held early in June. We meet in Rooms A and B at the Kent Activity Center from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The first Tuesday is devoted to Slide Competition. Each member is invited to submit up to three slides to be viewed and judged. The second Tuesday is Education Night where we provide instruction in some topic related to photography. The third Tuesday is Print Competition. Members are encouraged to submit prints to be viewed and judged. The fourth Tuesday is Program Night where we bring in guest speakers from outside the Club. In the last year we have been fortunate to have Art Wolfe, Bruce Barnbaum, and Phil Borges, among many others. We have available a complete color and black and white darkroom, professional studio lighting equipment, and have recently moved into the digital imaging field. We always welcome new members and encourage anyone interested to drop by a meeting or two.
Prospectors
The Society owns several mining claims in the northwest for member use. Each year the club holds a prospecting seminar to introduce employees to the activity. Equipment rentals are available to club members who do not have their own. The Society meets at 5:00 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Everett Activity Center. Annual dues are $25.
Quilting Club -- Everett (In Stitches)
The Everett Boeing Employees Quilting Club known as "In Stitches" invites you to join us for fun in quilting. The club is geared for all levels of quilting, from the beginner to the advanced.
The club is for individuals who wish to learn the art of quilting and for quilters who aspire to improve their personal knowledge of quilting and help advance the art of quilting. Events include demonstrations of specific quilting techniques by the membership, equipment usage, and community projects, i.e., comfort quilts or preemie quilts. Other events include special sew days, one-on-one help with your projects, teaching children to quilt, and of course...potlucks. Future events will include quilt artists as speakers, field trips, a summer "Garden Party," quilt shows, and raffles. Members have access to a growing library of quilt books and magazines. Feel free to bring a quilting show-and-tell if you have one, whether complete or in progress.
Meetings take place on the third Wednesday of each month from 4 p.m. to approximately 7 p.m. at the Everett Activity Center. Club dues are $25 per year.
Rafting
Rafting, Catarafting, small and large boats (BEWET CLUB)
The Boeing Whitewater & Touring Club (BEWET) offers the opportunity to experience the thrills of whitewater rafting at reasonable rates versus the cost of commercial trips. The club schedules runs on most of the popular whitewater rivers in Washington State and several in Oregon, Idaho and British Columbia. Trips run almost every weekend during the prime rafting season from May through September. You may also take classes with our experienced guides to become a more informed passenger or even a future guide. We are always looking for new talent and enthusiastic members. BEWET owns all of its own rafting equipment, including a truck to carry it in and the equipment is available for rent on private trips. Come give us a try. Annual dues are $20 for individuals and $25 for families. The BEWET club also participates in sea kayaking, canoeing and whitewater kayaking.
Recreational Vehicle
The recreational vehicle club has one to five activities every month of the year. The camping outings are generally within a two-hour driving radius of Seattle, except for holiday weekends and a few other summer trips. Every couple years a caravan is planned, which lasts one to three weeks and may take members all over the Pacific to the mid-Northwest or Canada. The membership consists of 71 family and single memberships. Average attendance at an outing averages around 12. Members have every type of RV, including tent trailers, motor homes, fifth wheels, and converted vans. The goals of the club include fun, sun, laughter, and exploration. Cost to join the club is $50 (which includes 1st year dues). Yearly dues per Boeing working family are $30; Boeing retirees pay $25.
Rifle and Pistol Club
The Boeing Employees Rifle & Pistol Club (BERPC) established in 1947 serves the fraternity of Boeing shooters committed to safety, hunting, marksmanship, competition, reloading, education, and all around fun. Club meetings are held the first Wednesday each month September through May, starting at 6:30 PM, in the Oxbow Recreation Center, building 9-150, Puget Sound. Membership benefits as of CY 2005 include:
1. 2 Free range days every month at Wade's Indoor Range in Bellevue
2. 22 rim fire rifle and 22 rim fire handgun matches every Thursday evening from 6:00 to 8:30 at the West Seattle Stadium 50' Indoor Range
3. Free loans of material from the club's media library which includes DVDs, videos and books related to the sport
4. Free access to the club's reloading room and equipment
5. Access to the club's members only web page to access the media library and links to other special offers only for members
Rod and Reel -- Everett
The Club was organized in 1992 to provide a forum for sharing fishing experiences, techniques and information between the membership. Many members are experts in boating, fly tying, and fishing for various Northwest species. Club members receive the monthly newsletter. The Club meets at 6:00 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month at the Everett Activity Center. Annual dues are $17 for individuals, $20 for families, retirees are half price.
Rod and Reel -- Seattle
The Club (BERRC) meets on the first Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. at the Oxbow Activity Center. Activities include an annual fishing derby, fishing outings, discussing new fishing tackle and techniques, hearing guest fishing experts, discount prices on tackle, use of the BERRC VCR tape library, attending the annual potlucks and awards banquet, swapping fishing stories and lies, acquiring new fishing friends, and receiving the monthly newsletter. Annual dues are $15.
Rubber Stamp Art Guild
The Boeing Employees Rubber Stamp Art Guild (BERSAG) was established in the Spring of 1996. Rubber stamping is one of the fastest growing hobbies in the US. The atmosphere of the club is very welcoming. We enjoy sharing new rubber stamping techniques, new rubber stamps, rubber stamp catalogs, best places to purchase materials, and best of all, the fun of sharing our creations with others. Each month we have a planned agenda. We try to have a guest speaker and at least one creative activity. We meet the first Wednesday of each month at the Kent Activity Center in Room A from 6 -- 9 p.m. The annual fee is $15 per member, $10 for Retirees, $5 for additional family members. Guests and non-members are welcome to attend for $3 each meeting.
Running and Track Squad (BRATS)
The Running and Track Club (BRATS: Boeing Running and Track Squad) have a general club meeting quarterly. The goal of the club is to increase interest and enjoyment in running, walking and track and field. The club sponsors over 20 events each year with an emphasis on team participation through road relays, and local and national track and field championships. There are competitive and fun run teams to participate on. Persons with any level of experience are welcome. The club also provides some coaching. If you are interested in joining BRATS or you need more information, please contact Prentis Johnson on 253-924-0838 or sitnerpvj@hotmail.com.
Saddle Club
The Saddle Club promotes mutual recreation and pleasure in horses, horsemanship, and related activities. General membership meetings are from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on the fourth Thursday in March, June, and September at the Kent Activity Center. Our December year-end meeting is a dinner party at a local restaurant. Club members lead rides at different locations around the Puget Sound area and host fun events, such as, clinics, campouts and social activities throughout the year. Our Websites contain Club and other horse-related activities, Club officers to contact for further information, links to other related websites, and Club library materials available for member check out. The annual dues are $10 for individuals and $15 for families.
Scrapbooking
Although we are just beginning our first "album" as a club, we welcome you to become a member! This club will explore the many facets of scrapbooking and archival preservation, helping you save your memories for years to come. We will schedule crops, in addition to meetings where we provide demonstrations, workshops and most of all, sharing our scrapbooking talent through crops and other fun activities. The Scrapbook Club has started a membership web site that you will find linked above in our title. Come and join us.
Scuba -- Seattle & Everett (SEAHORSES)
The Seahorses are one of the largest dive clubs in the Pacific Northwest. The Club owns three dive boats and two stationary compressors. Tank fills are free to members. Members also receive discounts from various local dive stores. General membership meetings are held the fourth Thursday of the month at the Kent Activity Center. In the summer months, local evening dives replace formal meetings. Meetings start at 7:00 p.m. There is a one-time $10 initiation fee. Annual membership dues are $20 for Individuals, $30 for Associates, Family $30, and $5 for Retirees. Half-year rates are also available.
Sea Kayaking (BEWET)
Day trips, classes/clinics, overnight trips and expeditions
Join the sea kayakers on day and overnight trips exploring the marine life and geological diversity of the waters around Puget Sound. This includes year round paddling on salt and fresh water in the sound, local lakes, and tidal estuaries. Our experienced and ACA certified instructors also provide continuing skills seminars, an introductory sea kayak course, and offer opportunities to learn, teach and lead trips. Besides short clinics, BEWET and the Washington Kayak Club together host a twice yearly 2-day Basic Sea Kayaking class. This course provides new sea kayakers a fun and comprehensive introduction to the sport of sea kayaking. Topics and skills covered include equipment, basic paddling strokes, wet exits & capsize recovery skills, navigation & trip planning, coastal weather, tides & currents; and group safety. BEWET activities emphasize safety in our classes and on our paddles. Annual dues are $20 for individuals and $25 for families. Membership includes a monthly newsletter. BEWET rents sea kayaks for private trips. The club also participates in canoeing, rafting and whitewater kayaking.
Ski Club (SKIBACS)
Ski Club offers a broad spectrum of activities throughout the year. During the regular ski season, members can take ski lessons at Ski Acres, Stevens Pass and Crystal Mountain on Thursdays, Fridays or Sundays depending on location. Alpine and Nordic skiing as well as snowboarding lessons are offered. SKIBACS also has a 72-bed lodge at Crystal Mountain with low rental rates. Over 15 ski trips are offered to the best areas in the West plus a holiday European trip. Other programs are racing, supporting the Ski For All for the disabled and discounted lift tickets to certain areas. Monthly meetings and socials are held from October to March. Dues are $25 for families, $20 for singles and $10 for retirees.
CLUB WEBSITE
CLUB EMAIL
OFFICE PHONE: 206-227-6201
Skydiving
The Skydiving Club invites you to make your first parachute jump and try one of the world's most exciting sports! We can help with information about tandem, static-line and Accelerated Freefall jumps, as well as information on the local drop zones. If you choose to continue in the sport, you can draw on the camaraderie, knowledge and advice of Skydiving Club members with years of skydiving experience, including formation jumps, accuracy landing and skysurfing. Another resource available to club members is a library of videos and books on subject of skydiving. The first-year membership fee of $30 includes a T-shirt emblazoned with the Skydiving Club logo. In addition to monthly meetings, the club stages occasional exhibition jumps at special events.
CLUB WEBSITE
CLUB CONTACT: Alan MacArthur 206-852-4018
Soccer (BE-IN)
The Boeing Employees Indoor Soccer Association (BE-IN) offers Boeing only leagues as well as Boeing teams in public leagues year around. League play is offered in competitive, intermediate and recreational divisions for Men, Women and Co-ed leagues. The club is open to all employees, retirees, contract personnel, vendors, customers and government personnel stationed full time to The Boeing Company. Family is also eligible to play. We also host special events such as tournaments, clinics and drop-in play.
Softball -- Everett (BEESA)
The Everett Activity Center has four company owned softball fields. Play runs from late April through September with a two-season format to accommodate employee interests. Divisions offered are mixed fun A and mixed fun B (7 men and 3 women), men's fun, over 40, and open competitive (five team minimum to be offered). Cost for the fun leagues is $180 and consists of ten games with no tournament. Cost for the competitive league is $280 and consists of ten games plus playoffs. Registration for new and returning teams begins in February.
Softball -- Seattle Boeing Employees Softball Association (BESA)
The Seattle Boeing Employees Softball Club accepts softball teams of all skill levels. All games are played at North SeaTac Park in the City of SeaTac. We have two, 10-game seasons. First Season runs April thru July; 2nd season runs late-July thru early September. We offer Men's & Mixed leagues. Spouses are welcome to play. Your team fee covers 10 games, umpires, softballs for each game and a team scorebook. Interested players looking for a team can sign up too (see our website "Available Players List"). Team uniforms are not required, just a good attitude and the desire to compete and have fun. Start your organization team this year!! All our information is on our website!
Square Dance
The Jetsteppers dance from 7:30 to 11 p.m. on the first, third and fifth Saturday of the month, from September thru June. Summer month dances are generally the third Saturday of July and August and preceded by a Bar-B-Q at 6:30 p.m. Square Dance Lessons are held on Thursday evening from 7 -- 9 p.m. Round Dance lessons are held on Sunday afternoon from 2:00 until 6:00 p.m. All lessons are held at the Kent Activity Center. The club is a member of the Central Puget Sound Square Dance Council. Club membership is open to all current and retired Boeing employees, vendors and family members. Invited guests are welcome to attend lessons and may be considered eligible to join the club. Annual dues are $30 for employees and $15 for retirees.
Stage Band
The Stage Band meets once a week to rehearse and play big-band jazz and dance music. The rehearsals are held from 8 to 10 p.m. every Thursday at the Plant 2 Cafeteria, 2-22 Building. The normal instrumentation of the band consists of four trumpets, four trombones, five saxophones, a piano, a bass, a guitar, drums, a singer and a musical director. The band performs for Company related events as well as public and private functions. Prospective new members are always welcome. Annual dues are $25.
Stamp Club
The Boeing Employees Stamp Club has been in existence since 1955 and currently has about 120 members. We meet from 6 -- 9 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month at the Kent Activity Center. Activities include: auctions, speaker program, two stamp shows a year, commemorative first-flight cachet cover production for every new Boeing model, kiloware parties, bid boards, new issue services, informal trading sessions and a year-end Christmas bash. Stamp supplies are also available to members at wholesale prices. Annual dues are $10 and guests are always welcome.
Streetrod & Collectable Car -- North
The Boeing Employees Streetrod and Collectable Car Club "Everett Stratocruisers" is an organization of retired or current Boeing employees who share a common interest and enthusiasm in classic, custom, modified automobiles, racers and hotrods, foreign or domestic. Members participate in or organize numerous activities throughout the year as show 'n' shines, swap meets, picnics, fun runs and garage visits. Some activities are joint ventures with other clubs, organizations or communities and most have the goal to benefit a specific worthy cause or selected charity. We are a family oriented organization and encourage participation in any event(s) that appeal to the members, their wives and children. Membership is open to all current or former Boeing employees and retirees. Visitors and Guests are welcome. General membership meetings are held on the first (non-holiday) Wednesday of each month at 5 p.m., in the special functions room at the Alfy's Pizza, 9620 19th Ave S.E. Everett, Wa. 425-338-2577. Location is toward Silver Lake on Hwy 527. Dues: $15 for families, $10 for singles and $10 for retirees.
Table Tennis -- Kent
The Southend Table Tennis Association plays from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. every Tuesday evening at the Kent Activity Center. Drop-ins are welcome. Annual dues are $10.
Tae Kwon Do
The Boeing Employees' Tae Kwon Do Club holds classes every Monday, Thursday and Friday from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Everett Activity Center. Dependent children over 6 years old are welcome. Newcomers are eligible for a free two week introductory course. Monthly fees are $15 for individuals and $20 for families.
Tai Chi Club -- Kent
The Boeing Employees Yang Tai Chi Club nurtures an interest in and practice of the Yang Style of Tai Chi Chuan. Tai Chi Chuan has great benefits for the health and well-being of those adults who are willing to make a commitment to practice the art. Master Aaron Cheng is teaching a series of courses in Classic Yang Tai Chi Chuan. See website for details. Additional practice and help is available, as well as possible instruction in other internal arts. Our club has built a library of Tai Chi related materials that are available for loan to members. Additional activities are provided depending on member interest. Club membership is $10 per year for Boeing employees, retirees, and their families. Courses are $40 for a 10-week session, and $15 to repeat the course. The initial courses include a club T-shirt and a short video.
Tennis Club -- Kent
The Boeing Employees Tennis Club (B.E.T.C.) is open every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas. Hours are: Monday -- Friday 6:30 AM -- 11:00 PM and weekends 8:00 AM -- 9:30 PM. The 9 indoor tennis and 2 racquetball/handball court facility is in Kent near the Aerospace Center. Seven annual tournaments, over 30 regularly scheduled singles or doubles club activities, group or private lesson programs, and open reservation time are available to members. Very reasonable membership opportunities are available to families or juniors (those under 21). Address: 20403 -- 68th Ave. South.
CLUB WEBSITE
CLUB EMAIL
OFFICE PHONE: 253- 872-5545
Toastmasters
Toastmasters is an internationally acclaimed non-profit educational organization dedicated to improving people's communication and leaders skills. We have 75 years of experience in helping people become better communicators and leaders. By participating in Toastmasters, all of your communication skills will improve, including listening, interpersonal skills, prepared presentations, and impromptu speaking. Toastmasters will also help you improve your leadership skills including how to be an effective team leader and teammate.
Travel Club
Club outings are scheduled throughout the year and cover a wide range of interests. They include places in the Northwest to the wonders throughout the world. Monthly general meetings normally consist of a guest speaker who will introduce and highlight various travel opportunities. The club also hosts one "trip of the year", varying from two to three weeks. General meetings are held from 7 p.m. -- 9 p.m. every third Thursday of the month at the Oxbow Activity Center in rooms 201 and 202. Annual dues are $10 per person and $20 per couple.
Ultimate Frisbee
The Ultimate Frisbee club offers coed recreation in a fast paced, non-contact sport. The "Spirit of the Game" ethic and the fact that players call their own fouls promotes respect for their opponents.
Volleyball Association -- Everett (BENVA)
The Northend Volleyball Association offers coed and open competition within competitive, intermediate, and recreational divisions. Separate ten-week seasons are offered including fall (beginning mid-September), winter (beginning mid-January), and spring (beginning late March). Individuals are encouraged to sign up on the available players list. All matches begin at 5:15 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday evenings at the Everett Activity Center. Team entry fee is $150.
Volleyball Association -- Seattle (BEVA)
The Seattle Volleyball Association offers coed and open competition within competitive, intermediate, and recreational divisions. Separate ten-week seasons are offered including fall (beginning mid-September), winter (beginning Mid-January), and summer (beginning June). Individuals are encouraged to sign up on the available players list. All matches are played at Oxbow Activity Center on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Team entry fee is $200.
Wargaming
The Wargaming Club offers members different kinds of board and role playing games. The games include simulations, futuristic and fantasy games. The club plays at the Everett Activity Center (40-201 building) on the 3rd Saturday of each month between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Annual dues are $10.
Waterski Club
The Water Skiing club was formed early in 1998. The interest of club members to date has been networking with each other to enjoy skiing, group rental of private water ski lakes, instruction, equipment sale or exchange, and vacations. The club plans to include subcommittees for wakeboarding and other towed water sports as member interest dictates. Annual dues are $15 for individual or family. The club meets on the first Tuesday of each month (except November through February when we do not meet) at the Oxbow Activity Center.
Whitewater Kayaking (BEWET)
Hard-shell and Inflatable
The Boeing Whitewater & Touring Club (BEWET) participates in many river kayaking activities. If whitewater interests you, join us in your hard-shell or inflatable kayak on the many rivers in the Pacific Northwest. River kayaking allows you to run more rivers and for an extended season compared to rafts. Learn how to become a better inflatable kayaker by practicing first on a gentle stretch of river before setting off to tackle the hardcore whitewater. Inflatable kayaking is fun for newcomers. Once you determine you like whitewater kayaking, try out the hard-shell kayaks that the club has available to rent. Come give us a try. Annual dues are $20 for individuals and $25 for families. Membership includes a monthly newsletter. The BEWET club also participates in rafting, sea kayaking and canoeing activities.
CLUB EMAIL: bewet@boeing.com
Windsurfing Club
The Boeing Windsurfing Club promotes learning, advancement, and social activities for the sport of windsurfing. The club offers members and their families a variety of activities, great people, skilled instruction, an informative newsletter, and weekend trips to locations around Washington and the Columbia River Gorge. Club membership is comprised of windsurfers of all skill levels, from beginner to expert. The club holds monthly meetings April through October, conducts beginner lessons at Coulon Park in Renton, and windsurfing get-togethers in Hood River Oregon on the Columbia River Gorge and other sites around Washington state.
Three beginner lesson sessions are offered, (1) June 8, 15, 22 (2) July 6, 13, 20 (3) August 3, 10, 17 and cost $25. Membership is $10 for individuals and families. Club owned equipment is available for lessons for a $40 annual fee.
Wine and Beermakers -- Everett (BEEWBC)
The club meets at 6 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month at the Everett Activity Center. Guest speakers and/or tastings highlight the monthly meetings. The club provides guidance and opportunities to learn how to brew beer and make wine, has a variety of equipment that is available for loan and provides access to and a means to purchase wine grapes. Discounts at local stores are also available. Other activities include trips, classes, tasting, and competitions. Annual dues are $25 for employees and $10 for retirees.
Wine and Beermakers -- Seattle (BEWBC)
For those interested in the techniques of making and the appreciation of homemade wine and beer. Activities include: classes and seminars, special events and judging. The club has a store with a variety of supplies for purchase, and equipment for check out. Programs are held from 7 to 9:00 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month at the Kent Activities Center. Dues are $25 for employees and $16 for retirees.
For more information regarding any of the above clubs please e-mail or phone a Boeing Enterprise Recreation Office: Everett 425-342-5000; Seattle (Oxbow) 206-655-1941