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MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. - Petty Officer 2nd Class Leslie Cantrell, lead petty officer of sports medicine, works on Gunnery Sgt. Daniel Goyer, from 2d Marine Division Communication Company, at the Camp Lejeune Sports Medicine and Reconditioning Team Clinic May 9. The clinic, which helps injured Marines and Sailors recover quickly from mild and moderate injuries, has been in operation since 2001 and has helped more than 88,000 patients during that time span. (Official Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Shane Suzuki) - MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. - Petty Officer 2nd Class Leslie Cantrell, lead petty officer of sports medicine, works on Gunnery Sgt. Daniel Goyer, from 2d Marine Division Communication Company, at the Camp Lejeune Sports Medicine and Reconditioning Team Clinic May 9. The clinic, which helps injured Marines and Sailors recover quickly from mild and moderate injuries, has been in operation since 2001 and has helped more than 88,000 patients during that time span. (Official Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Shane Suzuki)

Sports medicine getting Marines back into the fight

Everyday Marines injure themselves in a variety of ways, from overexertion during a physical training session to stepping on a curb the wrong way walking into the Marine Corps Exchange. Sometimes, those injuries are severe and require surgery and long stints on light duty. However, sometimes the injury can be handled with a specific and direct

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Marine Corps responds to demand for Arabic linguists

With continuing operations in Iraq and other Arabic speaking countries of the Middle East, the need for properly trained linguists and translators is greater than ever, which is why Headquarters Marine Corps has approved an Arabic linguist re-enlistment incentive program. “When locals encounter Marines who have taken the time to learn their

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Members from the Environmental Management Division pose for a photo after receiving one of two Secretary of the Navy Environmental Awards at a ceremony in Washington D.C May 3. This award was given to recognize the division's outstanding efforts with installation restoration. - Members from the Environmental Management Division pose for a photo after receiving one of two Secretary of the Navy Environmental Awards at a ceremony in Washington D.C May 3. This award was given to recognize the division's outstanding efforts with installation restoration.

Camp Lejeune earns 2 Secretary of the Navy Environmental Awards

The Installations and Environment Department’s Environmental Management Division here received two awards at the 2004 Secretary of the Navy Environmental Awards ceremony in Washington D.C May 3, for their success in the categories of Natural Resources Conservation and Installation Restoration. Camp Lejeune has a proud tradition of outstanding

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MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. -- Terrence Hill (right), a former 82nd Airborne Division soldier specializing in hand made three-dimensional leather sculptures presented Marine Corps Base Chief of Staff, Col. William Meier and the Marines of Camp Lejeune with his multiple image artwork of Marines and their many achievements, honoring the men and women fighting the Global War on Terrorism. - MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. -- Terrence Hill (right), a former 82nd Airborne Division soldier specializing in hand made three-dimensional leather sculptures presented Marine Corps Base Chief of Staff, Col. William Meier and the Marines of Camp Lejeune with his multiple image artwork of Marines and their many achievements, honoring the men and women fighting the Global War on Terrorism.

Former soldier pays tribute to military

Many military supporters have their own way of showing their appreciation for the dedication service members do for their country. Some by placing supportive bumper stickers on their vehicles and others by holding functions for service members and their families, but Terrence Hill, a retired Army veteran, has his own unique way of paying homage to

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MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. -Philip Saunders, dive coordinator for the Camp Lejeune Dive Rescue team, gets help from three rescue diver candidates in putting on his dry diving suit April 28. The dry suit, while more difficult to prepare, allows the diver to complete more varied missions than the traditional wetsuit. "I see our dive operations building and expanding from what they are now," said Saunders. "When our team is filled, I am hoping to begin training for more dangerous work, such as dives with hazardous materials present." (Official Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Shane Suzuki) - MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. -Philip Saunders, dive coordinator for the Camp Lejeune Dive Rescue team, gets help from three rescue diver candidates in putting on his dry diving suit April 28. The dry suit, while more difficult to prepare, allows the diver to complete more varied missions than the traditional wetsuit. "I see our dive operations building and expanding from what they are now," said Saunders. "When our team is filled, I am hoping to begin training for more dangerous work, such as dives with hazardous materials present." (Official Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Shane Suzuki)

Water rescue team ready for anything

Hidden behind French Creek, the Camp Lejeune Fire Department’s Dive and Rescue team prepared to make their training dives for the day. As the sun set behind the tree line and the water began to crest as the wind picked up, the dive team dutifully donned their wetsuits and began the pre-dive safety checklist they perform before every dive. “It’s a

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Chaplain enjoys opportunity to make a difference

A joyful chaplain greets his congregation bringing a message of hope and inspiration during a rejuvenating service held every Sunday at the Station Chapel here. Lt. Cmdr. James H. Pittman is not only a cheerful chaplain, but a counselor and a musician who has a passion for ministering to military personnel. “I’ve always had a love for military

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MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. - Physical therapist technicians Petty Officer 2nd Class Francis Rosanes and Romona Walters explain a wand excerise to Sgt. Homer Miller, a field radio operator from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit. Miller, who is rehabbing an over-use injury to his left shoulder, is scheduled to have surgery on both his ankle and knee later in the year. "I never want to get hurt," said Miller. "But they do a wonderful job here, outstanding work actually." (Official Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Shane Suzuki) - MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. - Physical therapist technicians Petty Officer 2nd Class Francis Rosanes and Romona Walters explain a wand excerise to Sgt. Homer Miller, a field radio operator from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit. Miller, who is rehabbing an over-use injury to his left shoulder, is scheduled to have surgery on both his ankle and knee later in the year. "I never want to get hurt," said Miller. "But they do a wonderful job here, outstanding work actually." (Official Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Shane Suzuki)

Helping injured Marines get back into the fight

With more than 40,000 Marines working and training here, mishaps and accidents are bound to happen. Most major training exercises have corpsman nearby for the immediate treatment of an injury, but many times training injuries require more than a bandage or an ice pack. For all Marines and Sailors who require rehabilitation after an injury, Camp

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MARINE CORPS AIR STATION NEW RIVER, N.C. -Emergency workers instruct Marines before they go through a decontamination tent during the North Carolina Regional Exercise 2005 April 9 after coming under attack from a simulated chemical weapons attack. The exercise was a chance for emergency services and base commanders to test and evaluate their responses to terrorist attacks. This exercise fulfills Department of Defense requirements for annual terrorist training and has been deemed a success by all involved, according to Col. Neil Hornung, deputy branch head of the critical infrastructure branch. (Official Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Shane Suzuki) - MARINE CORPS AIR STATION NEW RIVER, N.C. -Emergency workers instruct Marines before they go through a decontamination tent during the North Carolina Regional Exercise 2005 April 9 after coming under attack from a simulated chemical weapons attack. The exercise was a chance for emergency services and base commanders to test and evaluate their responses to terrorist attacks. This exercise fulfills Department of Defense requirements for annual terrorist training and has been deemed a success by all involved, according to Col. Neil Hornung, deputy branch head of the critical infrastructure branch. (Official Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Shane Suzuki)

Exercise prepares bases for terrorism attacks

As part of a Department of Defense initiative to increase readiness for terrorist attacks on military and civilian targets, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and New River air station took part in the North Carolina Regional Exercise 2005 April 9. The exercise, which was divided into two different scenarios, tested the base’s emergency and

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MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP GEIGER, N.C. - Captain Anthony Johnston, A Company commanding officer, explains small-unit tactics to visiting Afghan officers during a visit to the School of Infantry (East) April 8. The six officers are on a tour of east coast Marine bases to see first hand how the Marine Corps operates on a day-to-day basis. "I am here to see the U.S. Marine Corps training and to take back what I learn to Afghanistan," said Lt. Col. Tamkin Ishaq, battalion commander of the Commando Kandak (battalion). "Your education and training system, as well as your discipline- we are impressed with that." (Official Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Shane Suzuki) - MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP GEIGER, N.C. - Captain Anthony Johnston, A Company commanding officer, explains small-unit tactics to visiting Afghan officers during a visit to the School of Infantry (East) April 8. The six officers are on a tour of east coast Marine bases to see first hand how the Marine Corps operates on a day-to-day basis. "I am here to see the U.S. Marine Corps training and to take back what I learn to Afghanistan," said Lt. Col. Tamkin Ishaq, battalion commander of the Commando Kandak (battalion). "Your education and training system, as well as your discipline- we are impressed with that." (Official Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Shane Suzuki)