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May, 2015

Sweat responsibly when exercising during hot hours May 28, 2015 — Summer is almost here. With the increase in temperatures and humidity, it’s important to arm yourself with adequate information to prevent heat injury and related health risks. Be prepared for the intense temperatures that fluctuate throughout the weeks. According to Lauren King, registered dietitian, "Without exercise, it is recommended that you MORE

Memorial Day ceremony draws hundreds to Quantico National Cemetery May 28, 2015 — Flags fluttered in the breeze as hundreds of service members, families and citizens gathered at Quantico National Cemetery on Memorial Day, Monday for the somber remembrance of those who sacrificed their lives for the freedom of our country. The 32nd annual ceremony, sponsored by the Potomac Region Veterans Council, included musical selections by MORE

Federal Aviation Administration exams given at Voluntary Education Center May 28, 2015 — The Voluntary Education Center aboard Quantico is currently proctoring over 82 Federal Aviation Administration exams for both military personnel and DOD civilians.What many personnel may not realize is that the VEC is not solely just for pursuing college level education, but they also provide very practical certifications that can help an MORE

Uncle Sam’s Motorcycle Club riding safely on base May 28, 2015 — Uncle Sam’s Motorcycle Club, a lighthearted acronym for USMC, is a phrase that pays homage to the large number of motorcycle riders in the Marine Corps. Here at Marine Corps Base Quantico, there are hundreds of registered riders.To be authorized to ride on base, riders must possess a state-issued motorcycle license, registration, insurance and MORE

Augmented reality technology tested at Quantico’s golf course May 28, 2015 — Nearing the end of a five-year period of research and development on the Augmented Immersive Team Training system, the Office of Naval Research demonstrated and tested their product on the Medal of Honor Golf Course at Marine Corps Base Quantico May 20-22. The AITT system enables service members to conduct realistic training in any location by MORE

Vets can attend out-of-state colleges but pay in-state tuition May 28, 2015 — A new act will allow veterans the opportunity to attend out-of-state colleges and pay in-state tuition. The Section 702 of the Veterans Access, Choice and Accountability Act of 2014, known as the "Choice Act," will ensure that public institutions of higher learning charge qualifying veterans and dependents in-state tuition and fees. The key word is MORE

2015 Department of Defense Warrior Games aboard Quantico, June 19-28 May 28, 2015 — The first Department of Defense Warrior Games, hosted by the United States Marine Corps, will take place aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, June 19-28. This is the sixth year the Warrior Games have taken place and the first time they have been organized by the Department of Defense.The Department of Defense created the Military Adaptive Sports MORE

MCBQ 2015 MEMORIAL DAY GUIDANCE AND SAFETY MESSAGE May 22, 2015 — On25 May 2015 we will observe a day of remembrance to honor those men and womenwho have paid the ultimate sacrifice while serving in our Armed Forces. Originally known as Decoration Day to honorthose lost in the American Civil War, Memorial Day is now celebrated in communitiesacross our great country to honor the service members who have died to MORE

‘Please enjoy responsibly,’ tips to keep you safe this summer May 22, 2015 — With the weather warming up and Memorial Day weekend approaching, people will be spending more time outside and engaging in activities that can threaten life, limb and property. A major concern for Marines, sailors and their families is the possibility of drowning, particularly since nearly all Marine Corps and Navy installations are located along MORE

Fredericksburg runner wins Marine Corps Historic Half May 22, 2015 — The U.S. Marines joined U.S. Congressman Rob Whitman and "NCIS" television star David McCallum in hosting the second-largest Marine Corps Historic Half Sunday with 7,777 total finishers completing the Historic Half marathon, Historic 10K and Semper Fred 5K events. There were 6,245 finishers in the half marathon, 821 in the 10K and 711 runners who MORE