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Competitors cross the starting line beginning their cross-country journey during the 2012 Camp Pendleton Hard Corps Race Series, Buffalo Alley 10K race here, Oct. 20. The event allowed participants to run through backcountry trails where thriving herds of American Bison, commonly known as buffalo, still roam. - Competitors cross the starting line beginning their cross-country journey during the 2012 Camp Pendleton Hard Corps Race Series, Buffalo Alley 10K race here, Oct. 20. The event allowed participants to run through backcountry trails where thriving herds of American Bison, commonly known as buffalo, still roam.

Runners take on Buffalo Alley

More than 750 participants and spectators gathered on the ridged hills of Buffalo Alley for the 2012 Camp Pendleton Hard Corps Race Series, Buffalo Alley 1K, 5K and 10K races here, Oct. 20.The events allowed participants to run the same backcountry trails and winding hills that thriving herds of American Bison, commonly known as buffalo, still

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News Brief - News Brief

Mess halls to offer Corps' birthday meal

In celebration of the Marine Corps' 237th birthday Nov. 10, all federal employees, family members and guests are invited to dine at their closest mess hall here for a celebratory meal Nov. 7 or Nov. 15. The meal costs $7.50 for all personnel except dependents of E-4 and below, for whom the cost is $6.40.To avoid shortages, guests are asked to dine

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Gate closures to affect BREEZE bus routes

The Del Mar and Cristianitos Gates are scheduled to be closed over the Veteran’s Day holiday weekend.The Del Mar Gate closure will begin at 6 p.m. Nov. 8, and the Cristianitos Gate will close at 8 p.m. Both gates will reopen at 6 a.m. Nov. 13.As a result, the North County Transportation District BREEZE bus route system on Camp Pendleton will be

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Fire Information - Fire Information

UPDATE: Camp Pendleton vegetation fire

The movement of the vegetation fire North of Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton has been stopped and is 60 percent contained.The Camp Pendleton Fire Department is currently on scene conducting mop up operations.The fire started at approximately 2 p.m. and burned 4 acres.The fire does not pose any threat to personnel and structures. Mutual aid aviation

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Sgt. Colin W. Gabriel, left, and Sgt. Zach M. Walker, right, air traffic controllers on the air station here, program the frequencies on a remote improvised explosive device during a field training exercise at Range 131 here Oct. 26. - Sgt. Colin W. Gabriel, left, and Sgt. Zach M. Walker, right, air traffic controllers on the air station here, program the frequencies on a remote improvised explosive device during a field training exercise at Range 131 here Oct. 26.

Pendleton air traffic control conducts Operation Legacy

Simulated bullets fly through the air as air traffic control Marines conduct a field training exercise at Combat Town, Range 131 here Oct. 26.Operation Legacy was designed to aid Marines in maintaining the necessary skills to be effective in combat. The training consisted of classroom instruction and practical application then concluded with a

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Fire Information - Fire Information

Vegetation fire burning at Camp Pendleton

A vegetation fire is burning approximately 500 meters north of the Camp Pendleton Naval Hospital. The fire began at approximately 2 p.m. and is moving north through heavy brush and oak fuels. Size is estimated at four acres. The Camp Pendleton Fire Dept. is responding and has requested mutual aid assets. The cause of the fire is under

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CG's Birthday Message - CG's Birthday Message

CG's birthday message

This year we celebrate the 237th birthday of our illustrious corps. It is a time to reflect on our heritage, ethos, values, accomplishments and sacrifices. First and foremost, it is a time to remember those in harm’s way, some who will make the ultimate sacrifice for our country and corps. Throughout history Marines have earned the unwavering

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News Brief - News Brief

Pendleton to conduct seasonal uniform change

Marines under Camp Pendleton cognizance will make a seasonal uniform change effective at 2 a.m., Nov. 4.Marines are to wear the blue dress A, B and C, service A and B, and woodland-patterned digital utility uniforms.For more information, refer to, All Marine Message 007/08.

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Power down policy extended throughout region

As a continuing conservation initiative, installations in the region are powering down workstations and peripherals during non-operational hours.A policy letter released Oct. 3 requires users to power down workstations, laptops, monitors and local printers after normal working hours and during weekends to reduce energy use among units and

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News Brief - News Brief

Del Mar gate to close for construction

The Del Mar gate is scheduled to remain closed Saturday, Oct. 20, due to construction. The gate will reopen at regular operating hours Sunday, Oct. 21, at 6:00 a.m. Officials ask that motorists use the Main Gate as an alternate route until the gate reopens.

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Power plant to test sirens

The San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station community alert siren system will be tested Oct. 24 from 10 a.m. to noon.During this annual test, sirens will be heard in San Clemente, Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano, State Parks, Camp Pendleton and the unincorporated areas of Orange County. All sirens will be sounded several times for approximately three

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Team MCTSSA compete against Team Red Devils for a win during the Commanding General’s Volleyball Tournament at Camp Pendleton’s Camp Horno Fitness Center, Oct. 16. - Team MCTSSA compete against Team Red Devils for a win during the Commanding General’s Volleyball Tournament at Camp Pendleton’s Camp Horno Fitness Center, Oct. 16.

Spikes up at Pendleton volleyball tournament

Thirteen Camp Pendleton-based commands competed in a volleyball tournament for points in the Commanding General’s Cup at the Camp Horno Fitness Center here Oct. 16. Team Silver Bullets from Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton placed first; Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 39 took second, and a team from Marine Corps Tactical Systems Support Activity

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