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Maureen Nightwine fires the M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle during the Jane Wayne Day event at the School of Infantry here, Aug. 9.

The day started off with one group breaking off to learn how to operate different weapons systems such as the M16 service rifle and the M9 service pistols using the Indoor Simulated Marksmanship Trainer. They travelled to Range 210C to conduct a live-fire shoot with the M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle.

"It was a fun experience," said Kaylee Walter, whose husband serves as the executive officer for India Company, Marine Combat Training Battalion, SOI-W. "It was surprising how heavy the weapon was and how hard it was to hit the target. It really gave me a whole new understanding and appreciation as to what my husband does."

Maureen Nightwine fires the M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle during the Jane Wayne Day event at the School of Infantry here, Aug. 9. The day started off with one group breaking off to learn how to operate different weapons systems such as the M16 service rifle and the M9 service pistols using the Indoor Simulated Marksmanship Trainer. They travelled to Range 210C to conduct a live-fire shoot with the M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle. "It was a fun experience," said Kaylee Walter, whose husband serves as the executive officer for India Company, Marine Combat Training Battalion, SOI-W. "It was surprising how heavy the weapon was and how hard it was to hit the target. It really gave me a whole new understanding and appreciation as to what my husband does."

Photo by Sgt. Trevon S. Peracca

Mark Anthony Reina and Priscilla Reina handle a multiple grenade launcher from a static display during a Jane Wayne Day event at the School of Infantry here, Aug. 9.

The day started off with one group breaking off to learn how to operate different weapons systems such as the M16 service rifle and the M9 service pistols using the Indoor Simulated Marksmanship Trainer. They travelled to Range 210C to conduct a live-fire shoot with the M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle.

"It was a fun experience," said Kaylee Walter, whose husband serves as the executive officer for India Company, Marine Combat Training Battalion, SOI-W. "It was surprising how heavy the weapon was and how hard it was to hit the target. It really gave me a whole new understanding and appreciation as to what my husband does."

Mark Anthony Reina and Priscilla Reina handle a multiple grenade launcher from a static display during a Jane Wayne Day event at the School of Infantry here, Aug. 9. The day started off with one group breaking off to learn how to operate different weapons systems such as the M16 service rifle and the M9 service pistols using the Indoor Simulated Marksmanship Trainer. They travelled to Range 210C to conduct a live-fire shoot with the M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle. "It was a fun experience," said Kaylee Walter, whose husband serves as the executive officer for India Company, Marine Combat Training Battalion, SOI-W. "It was surprising how heavy the weapon was and how hard it was to hit the target. It really gave me a whole new understanding and appreciation as to what my husband does."

Photo by Lance Cpl. Shaltiel Dominguez

Loved ones and family members of Marines ride a light armored vehicle during a Jane Wayne Day event at the School of Infantry here, Aug. 9.

The day started off with one group breaking off to learn how to operate different weapons systems such as the M16 service rifle and the M9 service pistols using the Indoor Simulated Marksmanship Trainer. They travelled to Range 210C to conduct a live-fire shoot with the M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle.

"It was a fun experience," said Kaylee Walter, whose husband serves as the executive officer for India Company, Marine Combat Training Battalion, SOI-W. "It was surprising how heavy the weapon was and how hard it was to hit the target. It really gave me a whole new understanding and appreciation as to what my husband does."

Loved ones and family members of Marines ride a light armored vehicle during a Jane Wayne Day event at the School of Infantry here, Aug. 9. The day started off with one group breaking off to learn how to operate different weapons systems such as the M16 service rifle and the M9 service pistols using the Indoor Simulated Marksmanship Trainer. They travelled to Range 210C to conduct a live-fire shoot with the M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle. "It was a fun experience," said Kaylee Walter, whose husband serves as the executive officer for India Company, Marine Combat Training Battalion, SOI-W. "It was surprising how heavy the weapon was and how hard it was to hit the target. It really gave me a whole new understanding and appreciation as to what my husband does."

Photo by Lance Cpl. Shaltiel Dominguez

Commanding General, MCI West-MCB Camp Pendleton

Commanding General, MCI West-MCB Camp Pendleton

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CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. -- Laura Delpena, an event volunteer, and Kaylee, 7, enjoy time in the ocean during the Exceptional Family Member Program beach event at Del Mar Beach, Aug. 2-3.

The Best Day Foundation Orange County Chapter hosted the event for special needs children that are enrolled in the EFMP. The event provided activities such as surfing, body boarding, kayaking and more.

“For families like us, we don’t have a lot of opportunities for our kids to experience what the normal family might,” said Jolanda Graham, parent and volunteer EFMP family representative

Involved parents such as Graham also appreciate experienced volunteers who make these activities safe and possible.

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. -- Laura Delpena, an event volunteer, and Kaylee, 7, enjoy time in the ocean during the Exceptional Family Member Program beach event at Del Mar Beach, Aug. 2-3. The Best Day Foundation Orange County Chapter hosted the event for special needs children that are enrolled in the EFMP. The event provided activities such as surfing, body boarding, kayaking and more. “For families like us, we don’t have a lot of opportunities for our kids to experience what the normal family might,” said Jolanda Graham, parent and volunteer EFMP family representative Involved parents such as Graham also appreciate experienced volunteers who make these activities safe and possible.

Photo by Sgt. Trevon S. Peracca

Families attended the Exceptional Family Member Program beach event at Del Mar Beach, Aug. 2-3.

The Best Day Foundation Orange County Chapter hosted the event for special needs children that are enrolled in the EFMP. The event provided activities such as surfing, body boarding, kayaking and more.

“For families like us, we don’t have a lot of opportunities for our kids to experience what the normal family might,” said Jolanda Graham, parent and volunteer EFMP family representative.

Involved parents such as Graham also appreciate experienced volunteers who make these activities safe and possible.

Families attended the Exceptional Family Member Program beach event at Del Mar Beach, Aug. 2-3. The Best Day Foundation Orange County Chapter hosted the event for special needs children that are enrolled in the EFMP. The event provided activities such as surfing, body boarding, kayaking and more. “For families like us, we don’t have a lot of opportunities for our kids to experience what the normal family might,” said Jolanda Graham, parent and volunteer EFMP family representative. Involved parents such as Graham also appreciate experienced volunteers who make these activities safe and possible.

Photo by Cpl. Keenan Zelazoski

Laura Delpena, an event volunteer, and Kaylee, 7, enjoy time in the ocean during the Exceptional Family Member Program beach event at Del Mar Beach, Aug. 2-3.

The Best Day Foundation Orange County Chapter hosted the event for special needs children that are enrolled in the EFMP. The event provided activities such as surfing, body boarding, kayaking and more.

“For families like us, we don’t have a lot of opportunities for our kids to experience what the normal family might,” said Jolanda Graham, parent and volunteer EFMP family representative.

Involved parents such as Graham also appreciate experienced volunteers who make these activities safe and possible.

Laura Delpena, an event volunteer, and Kaylee, 7, enjoy time in the ocean during the Exceptional Family Member Program beach event at Del Mar Beach, Aug. 2-3. The Best Day Foundation Orange County Chapter hosted the event for special needs children that are enrolled in the EFMP. The event provided activities such as surfing, body boarding, kayaking and more. “For families like us, we don’t have a lot of opportunities for our kids to experience what the normal family might,” said Jolanda Graham, parent and volunteer EFMP family representative. Involved parents such as Graham also appreciate experienced volunteers who make these activities safe and possible.

Photo by Sgt. Trevon S. Peracca

Kaelyn, 10, runs through an obstacle course during the Exceptional Family Member Program beach event at Del Mar Beach, Aug. 2-3.

The Best Day Foundation Orange County Chapter hosted the event for special needs children that are enrolled in the EFMP. The event provided activities such as surfing, body boarding, kayaking and more.

“For families like us, we don’t have a lot of opportunities for our kids to experience what the normal family might,” said Jolanda Graham, parent and volunteer EFMP family representative.

Involved parents such as Graham also appreciate experienced volunteers who make these activities safe and possible.

Kaelyn, 10, runs through an obstacle course during the Exceptional Family Member Program beach event at Del Mar Beach, Aug. 2-3. The Best Day Foundation Orange County Chapter hosted the event for special needs children that are enrolled in the EFMP. The event provided activities such as surfing, body boarding, kayaking and more. “For families like us, we don’t have a lot of opportunities for our kids to experience what the normal family might,” said Jolanda Graham, parent and volunteer EFMP family representative. Involved parents such as Graham also appreciate experienced volunteers who make these activities safe and possible.

Photo by Cpl. Keenan Zelazoski

Carlos Gutierrez, an event volunteer, and Tyler, 5, enjoy time in the ocean during the Exceptional Family Member Program beach event at Del Mar Beach, Aug. 2-3.

The Best Day Foundation Orange County Chapter hosted the event for special needs children that are enrolled in the EFMP. The event provided activities such as surfing, body boarding, kayaking and more.

“For families like us, we don’t have a lot of opportunities for our kids to experience what the normal family might,” said Jolanda Graham, parent and volunteer EFMP family representative.

Involved parents such as Graham also appreciate experienced volunteers who make these activities safe and possible.

Carlos Gutierrez, an event volunteer, and Tyler, 5, enjoy time in the ocean during the Exceptional Family Member Program beach event at Del Mar Beach, Aug. 2-3. The Best Day Foundation Orange County Chapter hosted the event for special needs children that are enrolled in the EFMP. The event provided activities such as surfing, body boarding, kayaking and more. “For families like us, we don’t have a lot of opportunities for our kids to experience what the normal family might,” said Jolanda Graham, parent and volunteer EFMP family representative. Involved parents such as Graham also appreciate experienced volunteers who make these activities safe and possible.

Photo by Sgt. Trevon S. Peracca

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Brig. Gen. John W. Bullard relinquished command of Marine Corps Installations West and Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton to Brig. Gen. Edward D. Banta during a Change of Command at the 11 Area Parade Field Aug. 1.

Bullard who served as commanding general here since August 2013, acting as both the commanding general for Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton as well as commanding general for MCI-West, is retiring after 31 years of honorable and faithful military service.

Before taking command of MCI-West, Banta served as the commanding general of 2nd Marine Logistics Group in Camp Lejeune, N.C.

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Brig. Gen. John W. Bullard relinquished command of Marine Corps Installations West and Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton to Brig. Gen. Edward D. Banta during a Change of Command at the 11 Area Parade Field Aug. 1. Bullard who served as commanding general here since August 2013, acting as both the commanding general for Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton as well as commanding general for MCI-West, is retiring after 31 years of honorable and faithful military service. Before taking command of MCI-West, Banta served as the commanding general of 2nd Marine Logistics Group in Camp Lejeune, N.C.

Photo by Sgt. Valerie C. Eppler

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Brig. Gen. John W. Bullard relinquished command of Marine Corps Installations West and Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton to Brig. Gen. Edward D. Banta during a Change of Command at the 11 Area Parade Field Aug. 1.

Bullard who served as commanding general here since August 2013, acting as both the commanding general for Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton as well as commanding general for MCI-West, is retiring after 31 years of honorable and faithful military service.

Before taking command of MCI-West, Banta served as the commanding general of 2nd Marine Logistics Group in Camp Lejeune, N.C.

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Brig. Gen. John W. Bullard relinquished command of Marine Corps Installations West and Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton to Brig. Gen. Edward D. Banta during a Change of Command at the 11 Area Parade Field Aug. 1. Bullard who served as commanding general here since August 2013, acting as both the commanding general for Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton as well as commanding general for MCI-West, is retiring after 31 years of honorable and faithful military service. Before taking command of MCI-West, Banta served as the commanding general of 2nd Marine Logistics Group in Camp Lejeune, N.C.

Photo by Sgt. Valerie C. Eppler

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Brig. Gen. John W. Bullard relinquished command of Marine Corps Installations West and Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton to Brig. Gen. Edward D. Banta during a Change of Command at the 11 Area Parade Field Aug. 1.

Bullard who served as commanding general here since August 2013, acting as both the commanding general for Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton as well as commanding general for MCI-West, is retiring after 31 years of honorable and faithful military service.

Before taking command of MCI-West, Banta served as the commanding general of 2nd Marine Logistics Group in Camp Lejeune, N.C.

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Brig. Gen. John W. Bullard relinquished command of Marine Corps Installations West and Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton to Brig. Gen. Edward D. Banta during a Change of Command at the 11 Area Parade Field Aug. 1. Bullard who served as commanding general here since August 2013, acting as both the commanding general for Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton as well as commanding general for MCI-West, is retiring after 31 years of honorable and faithful military service. Before taking command of MCI-West, Banta served as the commanding general of 2nd Marine Logistics Group in Camp Lejeune, N.C.

Photo by Sgt. Valerie C. Eppler

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Brig. Gen John W. Bullard relinquished command of Marine Corps Installations West and Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton to Brig. Gen. Edward D. Banta during a Change of Command at the 11 Area Parade Field Aug. 1.

Bullard who served as commanding general here since August 2013, acting as both the commanding general for Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton as well as commanding general for MCI-West, is retiring after 31 years of honorable and faithful military service.

Before taking command of MCI-West, Banta served as the commanding general of 2nd Marine Logistics Group in Camp Lejeune. N.C.

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Brig. Gen John W. Bullard relinquished command of Marine Corps Installations West and Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton to Brig. Gen. Edward D. Banta during a Change of Command at the 11 Area Parade Field Aug. 1. Bullard who served as commanding general here since August 2013, acting as both the commanding general for Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton as well as commanding general for MCI-West, is retiring after 31 years of honorable and faithful military service. Before taking command of MCI-West, Banta served as the commanding general of 2nd Marine Logistics Group in Camp Lejeune. N.C.

Photo by Sgt. Valerie C. Eppler

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Brig. Gen John W. Bullard relinquished command of Marine Corps Installations West and Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton to Brig. Gen. Edward D. Banta during a Change of Command at the 11 Area Parade Field Aug. 1.

Bullard who served as commanding general here since August 2013, acting as both the commanding general for Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton as well as commanding general for MCI-West, is retiring after 31 years of honorable and faithful military service.

Before taking command of MCI-West, Banta served as the commanding general of 2nd Marine Logistics Group in Camp Lejeune. N.C.

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Brig. Gen John W. Bullard relinquished command of Marine Corps Installations West and Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton to Brig. Gen. Edward D. Banta during a Change of Command at the 11 Area Parade Field Aug. 1. Bullard who served as commanding general here since August 2013, acting as both the commanding general for Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton as well as commanding general for MCI-West, is retiring after 31 years of honorable and faithful military service. Before taking command of MCI-West, Banta served as the commanding general of 2nd Marine Logistics Group in Camp Lejeune. N.C.

Photo by Sgt. Valerie C. Eppler

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Brig. Gen. John W. Bullard relinquished command of Marine Corps Installations West and Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton to Brig. Gen. Edward D. Banta during a Change of Command at the 11 Area Parade Field Aug. 1.

Bullard who served as commanding general here since August 2013, acting as both the commanding general for Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton as well as commanding general for MCI-West, is retiring after 31 years of honorable and faithful military service.

Before taking command of MCI-West, Banta served as the commanding general of 2nd Marine Logistics Group in Camp Lejeune, N.C.

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Brig. Gen. John W. Bullard relinquished command of Marine Corps Installations West and Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton to Brig. Gen. Edward D. Banta during a Change of Command at the 11 Area Parade Field Aug. 1. Bullard who served as commanding general here since August 2013, acting as both the commanding general for Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton as well as commanding general for MCI-West, is retiring after 31 years of honorable and faithful military service. Before taking command of MCI-West, Banta served as the commanding general of 2nd Marine Logistics Group in Camp Lejeune, N.C.

Photo by Sgt. Valerie C. Eppler

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Brig. Gen. John W. Bullard relinquished command of Marine Corps Installations West and Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton to Brig. Gen. Edward D. Banta during a Change of Command at the 11 Area Parade Field Aug. 1.

Bullard who served as commanding general here since August 2013, acting as both the commanding general for Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton as well as commanding general for MCI-West, is retiring after 31 years of honorable and faithful military service.

Before taking command of MCI-West, Banta served as the commanding general of 2nd Marine Logistics Group in Camp Lejeune, N.C.

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Brig. Gen. John W. Bullard relinquished command of Marine Corps Installations West and Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton to Brig. Gen. Edward D. Banta during a Change of Command at the 11 Area Parade Field Aug. 1. Bullard who served as commanding general here since August 2013, acting as both the commanding general for Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton as well as commanding general for MCI-West, is retiring after 31 years of honorable and faithful military service. Before taking command of MCI-West, Banta served as the commanding general of 2nd Marine Logistics Group in Camp Lejeune, N.C.

Photo by Sgt. Valerie C. Eppler

Isabella, 5, attended a Sesame Street/USO performance at the Camp Pendleton Base Theater, July 31.

The Sesame Street/USO Experience for Military Families is playing Thursday, July 31 and Friday, August 1 at the base theater for military ID holders and their guests. This year marks the tours fourth year visiting military installations in the U.S. and abroad.

“The Sesame Street/USO tour was created 6 years ago and we couldn’t be more proud of all the moments we have had at home and abroad. As we celebrate the kick-off of our latest installment and venture out to visit, entertain and uplift even more military families this year,” said John I. Pray, Jr. USO President and CEO. “We are grateful to our family at Sesame Street who not only understand the unique challenges today’s military families face but also share our commitment to supporting them every step of the way.”

Isabella, 5, attended a Sesame Street/USO performance at the Camp Pendleton Base Theater, July 31. The Sesame Street/USO Experience for Military Families is playing Thursday, July 31 and Friday, August 1 at the base theater for military ID holders and their guests. This year marks the tours fourth year visiting military installations in the U.S. and abroad. “The Sesame Street/USO tour was created 6 years ago and we couldn’t be more proud of all the moments we have had at home and abroad. As we celebrate the kick-off of our latest installment and venture out to visit, entertain and uplift even more military families this year,” said John I. Pray, Jr. USO President and CEO. “We are grateful to our family at Sesame Street who not only understand the unique challenges today’s military families face but also share our commitment to supporting them every step of the way.”

Photo by Sgt. Trevon S. Peracca

Tyler and Taylor, 3, and Lailah, 13 months, attended a Sesame Street/USO performance at the Camp Pendleton Base Theater, July 31.

The Sesame Street/USO Experience for Military Families is playing Thursday, July 31 and Friday, August 1 at the base theater for military ID holders and their guests. This year marks the tours fourth year visiting military installations in the U.S. and abroad.

“The Sesame Street/USO tour was created 6 years ago and we couldn’t be more proud of all the moments we have had at home and abroad. As we celebrate the kick-off of our latest installment and venture out to visit, entertain and uplift even more military families this year,” said John I. Pray, Jr. USO President and CEO. “We are grateful to our family at Sesame Street who not only understand the unique challenges today’s military families face but also share our commitment to supporting them every step of the way.”

Tyler and Taylor, 3, and Lailah, 13 months, attended a Sesame Street/USO performance at the Camp Pendleton Base Theater, July 31. The Sesame Street/USO Experience for Military Families is playing Thursday, July 31 and Friday, August 1 at the base theater for military ID holders and their guests. This year marks the tours fourth year visiting military installations in the U.S. and abroad. “The Sesame Street/USO tour was created 6 years ago and we couldn’t be more proud of all the moments we have had at home and abroad. As we celebrate the kick-off of our latest installment and venture out to visit, entertain and uplift even more military families this year,” said John I. Pray, Jr. USO President and CEO. “We are grateful to our family at Sesame Street who not only understand the unique challenges today’s military families face but also share our commitment to supporting them every step of the way.”

Photo by Sgt. Trevon S. Peracca

Qailyn, 5, and Jayden, 20 months, attended a Sesame Street/USO performance at the Camp Pendleton Base Theater, July 31.

The Sesame Street/USO Experience for Military Families is playing Thursday, July 31 and Friday, August 1 at the base theater for military ID holders and their guests. This year marks the tours fourth year visiting military installations in the U.S. and abroad.

“The Sesame Street/USO tour was created 6 years ago and we couldn’t be more proud of all the moments we have had at home and abroad. As we celebrate the kick-off of our latest installment and venture out to visit, entertain and uplift even more military families this year,” said John I. Pray, Jr. USO President and CEO. “We are grateful to our family at Sesame Street who not only understand the unique challenges today’s military families face but also share our commitment to supporting them every step of the way.”

Qailyn, 5, and Jayden, 20 months, attended a Sesame Street/USO performance at the Camp Pendleton Base Theater, July 31. The Sesame Street/USO Experience for Military Families is playing Thursday, July 31 and Friday, August 1 at the base theater for military ID holders and their guests. This year marks the tours fourth year visiting military installations in the U.S. and abroad. “The Sesame Street/USO tour was created 6 years ago and we couldn’t be more proud of all the moments we have had at home and abroad. As we celebrate the kick-off of our latest installment and venture out to visit, entertain and uplift even more military families this year,” said John I. Pray, Jr. USO President and CEO. “We are grateful to our family at Sesame Street who not only understand the unique challenges today’s military families face but also share our commitment to supporting them every step of the way.”

Photo by Sgt. Trevon S. Peracca

Katie, a military character exclusively designed for military families, greets children during a Sesame Street/USO performance at the Camp Pendleton Base Theater, July 31.

The Sesame Street/USO Experience for Military Families is playing Thursday, July 31 and Friday, Aug. 1 at the base theater for military ID holders and their guests. This year marks the tours fourth year visiting military installations in the U.S. and abroad.

“The Sesame Street/USO tour was created 6 years ago and we couldn’t be more proud of all the moments we have had at home and abroad. As we celebrate the kick-off of our latest installment and venture out to visit, entertain and uplift even more military families this year,” said John I. Pray, Jr. USO President and CEO. “We are grateful to our family at Sesame Street who not only understand the unique challenges today’s military families face but also share our commitment to supporting them every step of the way.”

Katie, a military character exclusively designed for military families, greets children during a Sesame Street/USO performance at the Camp Pendleton Base Theater, July 31. The Sesame Street/USO Experience for Military Families is playing Thursday, July 31 and Friday, Aug. 1 at the base theater for military ID holders and their guests. This year marks the tours fourth year visiting military installations in the U.S. and abroad. “The Sesame Street/USO tour was created 6 years ago and we couldn’t be more proud of all the moments we have had at home and abroad. As we celebrate the kick-off of our latest installment and venture out to visit, entertain and uplift even more military families this year,” said John I. Pray, Jr. USO President and CEO. “We are grateful to our family at Sesame Street who not only understand the unique challenges today’s military families face but also share our commitment to supporting them every step of the way.”

Photo by Sgt. Trevon S. Peracca