Marine Corps Installations West

With the upcoming holiday season, travelling requires attention to detail and safety precautions. You can help reduce the risk of accidents and be prepared for emergencies on the road by taking the proper steps and precautions needed for the unexpected. (Video by Lance Cpl. Dalton S. Swanbeck)

On October 9th 2017, motorcycle riders should be prepared to physically show their Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) approved Basic Rider Course (BRC) credentials to Camp Pendleton gate sentries. All motorcycle riders will be checked as they enter the base. A delay in presentation of the credentials to the sentry will effect traffic, so riders are encouraged to have their BRC card readily available along with photo I.D. For more information contact Camp Pendleton Base Access at: 760-763-8435.(U.S. Marine Corps Video by LCpl Francisco J. Diaz Jr.)

U.S Marines attend a Semper Ride event at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calfi., Aug. 24. Semper Ride partners with the United States Marine Corps to increase motorcycle safety through education and training courses. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Andre Heath/Released)

The Motorcycle Mentorship Program (MMP) is a series of courses that military motorcycle riders are required to take to ride their bikes on and off base. The course is mandatory for both new and veteran motorcyclists. Link for MMP: http://www.pendleton.marines.mil/Staff-Agencies/Security-Emergency-Services/Motorcycle-Mentorship-Program/ (U.S. Marine Corps Video by LCpl Francisco J. Diaz Jr.)

San Onofre beach was recently put on a 48-hour warning status due to a shark sighting in the waters off shore. Life guard chief, Vincent Lombardi, advises beach patrons to exercise caution and discusses safety precautions to ensure a safe visit . (U.S Marine Corps Video by LCpl Francisco J. Diaz Jr.)