U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Alexandria Nowell, a combat photographer with Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations Pacific, walks a dog during a Single Marine Program volunteer event Sept. 14 at the Cherubims Animal Garden. - U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Alexandria Nowell, a combat photographer with Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations Pacific, walks a dog during a Single Marine Program volunteer event Sept. 14 at the Cherubims Animal Garden. The no-kill shelter allowed the Marines to help by taking the dogs out for their daily morning walk. The organization cares for total about 70 dogs and 450 cats in four facilities across the island. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Rogge)
Members of the Japan Self-Defense Force and U.S. military pose for a photo during a cleanup June 15 at Peace Memorial Park, Okinawa, Japan. The cleanup was done in preparation for Okinawa Memorial day, June 23, where many families come to Peace Memorial Park to honor the fallen soldiers from the Battle of Okinawa. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Jacob Foster) - Members of the Japan Self-Defense Force and U.S. military pose for a photo during a cleanup June 15 at Peace Memorial Park, Okinawa, Japan.
An osprey rests in a cage after being rescued while taking shelter from a storm June 13 at an animal hospital, Okinawa, Japan. The osprey or misago, as it is called in Japan, is not native to Okinawa, it only passes through on its migratory route. After making a full recover from its encounter with the storm it is set to be released back to the wild. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nicole Rogge) - CAMP KINSER, OKINAWA, Japan – An osprey rests in a cage after being rescued while taking shelter from a storm June 13 at an animal hospital, Okinawa, Japan.
Petty Officer 2nd Class Alan Gooden, a hospital corpsman with 3rd Medical Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, stuffs a can in a mesh bag during a scuba beach cleanup May 26, 2019 at Sunabe North Steps, Okinawa, Japan. - Petty Officer 2nd Class Alan Gooden, a hospital corpsman with 3rd Medical Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, stuffs a can in a mesh bag during a scuba beach cleanup May 26, 2019 at Sunabe North Steps, Okinawa, Japan. The cleanup raised awareness of the oceans condition as well as showed divers the impact they can make by picking up trash that has made its way to the water. Divers surfaced with their bags filled with soda cans, plastic bottles, fishing line, even a car battery and toilet seat were recovered from the ocean floor. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. Nicole Rogge)
The Japan and U.S. flags hang on display from M777A2 lightweight 155 mm howitzers during the Friendship Festival May 11, 2019, on Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji, Shizuoka, Japan. - The Japan and U.S. flags hang on display from M777A2 lightweight 155 mm howitzers during the Friendship Festival May 11, 2019, on Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji, Shizuoka, Japan. Festival attendees were able to tour static displays, interact with Japan Ground Self-Defense Force and U.S. service members, and enjoy live entertainment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Karis Mattingly)
After three grueling weeks of intense physical and mental training, Marines completed the Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor Course April 10 at Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji, Gotemba, Japan. - Marines spar during a Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor Course April 10 at Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji, Gotemba, Japan. The MAI course brought Marines stationed across 15 countries together to endure rigorous training and earn a tab for their MCMAP belt, signifying them as Marine Corps Martial Arts Program Instructors. MCMAP is a fundamental skill for all Marines, beginning in boot camp. It strengthens combat readiness and promotes physical fitness. (Courtesy photo by U.S. Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Ryan Morie)
U.S. Marine Corps and Army officials in Okinawa hosted Prefectural Governor Denny Tamaki for his first official visits to U.S. military installations since being elected governor. - U. S. Army Garrison Okinawa Commander, Lt. Col. Zachary B. Hohn, discusses with Okinawa Governor, Denny Tamaki new construction plans on Torii Station, Okinawa, as part of the consolidation and relocation project Japan, Jan. 31, 2019. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nicole Rogge)
Marine Corps Installations Pacific-Marine Corps Base Camp Butler has issued MCIPAC-MCB Camp Butler Order 3000.1 to ensure the safety and security of military personnel and facilities amidst the increasing popularity of Unmanned Aircraft Systems. - Marine Corps Installations Pacific-Marine Corps Base Camp Butler has issued MCIPAC-MCB Camp Butler Order 3000.1 to ensure the safety and security of military personnel and facilities amidst the increasing popularity of Unmanned Aircraft Systems. Your personal UAS must be registered with the Installation Provost Marshal Office. The UAS’ serial number and various features will be recorded and you will sign an acknowledgement stating you understand UAS operations are prohibited aboard MCIPAC installations.
Photos courtesy of Camp Foster EOD - Photos courtesy of Camp Foster EOD
Leadership from Camp Foster, Marine Corps Air Station Futenma and the Ginowan City Mayor and his staff pose for a photo Nov. 29 at Terra Restaurant aboard Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan. - Leadership from Camp Foster, Marine Corps Air Station Futenma and the Ginowan City Mayor and his staff pose for a photo Nov. 29 at Terra Restaurant aboard Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan. Leaders met for a biannual meeting to discuss concerns in the community, education initiatives and community involvement.