Marine Band San Diego performs during the morning colors
Marine Band San Diego performs during the morning colors ceremony Oct. 7. Every graduation Friday the band performs during the ceremony. They play a variety of music for the families to listen to right before t... More
A racer at Race Legal's June 24 event at Qualcomm Stadium
A racer at Race Legal's June 24 event at Qualcomm Stadium roasts his tires, kicking up smoke before lining up at the starting line.
Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego started the 2012
Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego started the 2012 Commanding General’s Cup season with flag football. The day’s games wrapped up with a toppling win by Pacific Tactical Law Enforcement Team against Finance 18 – 10.
Staff Sgt. Robert Moran, postal chief, Headquarters
Staff Sgt. Robert Moran, postal chief, Headquarters Company, Headquarters and Service Battalion, struggles while eating his pumpkin pie during a pie eating contest Nov. 18. The contest followed the annual Turk... More
Retired Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Bill “Oorah” Paxton
Retired Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Bill “Oorah” Paxton and several Marine volunteers from MCRD honored the veterans of the Battle of Iwo Jima with their float designed for Coronado’s Fourth of July parade, July 4.
Marine aviator addresses depot Museum Historical Society
Maj. Michael A. Welsh, "White Knights" VMM-165, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, speaks about MV-22 Osprey operations in Afghanistan during Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego's Museum Historical Society's qu... More
Marines from Support Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment,
Marines from Support Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, run in formation during the last three miles of the dedication run Nov. 10. The dedication run was a 236-mile run where Marines, as individuals or smal... More
Lance Cpl. Ernest Delgado looks in astonishment as
Lance Cpl. Ernest Delgado looks in astonishment as he is shown a photo of himself that is displayed in Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego's Command Museum's Vietnam Exhibit, during Platoon 3317's 45th anniver... More
Lance Cpl. Ernest Delgado looks in astonishment as
Lance Cpl. Ernest Delgado looks in astonishment as he is shown a photo of himself that is displayed in Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego's Command Museum's Vietnam Exhibit, during Platoon 3317's 45th anniver... More
Col. Michael R. Bowersox, assistant chief of staff,
Col. Michael R. Bowersox, assistant chief of staff, Marine Corps Recruiting Command, addresses the attendees of the National Recruiter Instructor and Recruiting Officer Conference, June 7, aboard Marine Corps R... More
Participants of Marine Corps Recruit Depot's Fitness
Participants of Marine Corps Recruit Depot's Fitness Center's Zumba Fitness class follow the instruction of Claudia Hillard, a Zumba instructor, June 10. "Zumba is one of the hottest new workouts available," sa... More
Veterans stand next to their motorcycles and chat outside
Veterans stand next to their motorcycles and chat outside of El Cajon Harley Davidson, Aug. 6, during a fundraiser for Gunnery Sgt. David Smith who was injured in a motorcycle accident.
The Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Vikings and
The Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Vikings and the Murphy Canyon Cowboys came to a stalemate at the end of their 40-minute game with neither team scoring any points Dec. 3.
RTR Change of Command, San Diego, California
Recruit Training Regiment held a change of command ceremony for Col. Robert W. Gates on May 25, at Shepherd Field aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego. Col. Michael J. Lee took over for Gates as the comm... More
Yogi's hold a position in a set of warrior poses during
Yogi's hold a position in a set of warrior poses during their class, June 11. Yoga is one of the many group exercises provided by Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego's Fitness Center. A class schedule is poste... More
Participants of the annual Turkey Trot aboard Marine
Participants of the annual Turkey Trot aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego kick off the five-kilometer run Nov. 18. The Turkey Trot is part of the Commanding General's Cup held throughout the year on th... More
A cloud of tire smoke rises into the night after a
A cloud of tire smoke rises into the night after a racer gets done showing off for the crowd at Qualcomm Stadium where Race Legal was holding one of its racing events, June 24.
Brian Deatherage, biology teacher, Kuna High School,
Brian Deatherage, biology teacher, Kuna High School, Kuna, Idaho, keeps positive control of his weapon and his Kevlar helmet while crawling through a tunnel during the bayonet assault course, here, Feb. 08. Dea... More
Attendees of Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego's
Attendees of Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego's morning colors ceremony find their seats Oct. 7. During the ceremony, the band plays, the colors are marched on, some Marine Corps history is read and the com... More
A couple dances enthusiastically during the Bayview
A couple dances enthusiastically during the Bayview Restaurant's Sultry Summer Swing Aug. 19. The couples that attended were treated to a summer themed all-you-can-eat buffet, the Cradit Union Band and an open ... More
A couple dances together during an upbeat song at the
A couple dances together during an upbeat song at the Bayview Restaurant's Sultry Summer Swing Aug. 19. The Sultry Summer Swing is one of many monthly dinner dances that the Bayview holds. The events started wh... More
Sgt. Ryan Jones, musician, Headquarters Battalion,
Sgt. Ryan Jones, musician, Headquarters Battalion, Marine Forces Reserve, New Orleans, shows one of his Marines how to perform a Marine Corps Marital Arts Program move during a training session, April 4. Jones ... More
A racer takes off in the lead down the track at Qualcomm
A racer takes off in the lead down the track at Qualcomm Stadium, June 24, during Race Legal's racing event. Some cars made it to almost one hundred miles per hour down this 1/8 of a mile track.
RTR Change of Command, San Diego, California
Recruit Training Regiment held a change of command ceremony for Col. Robert W. Gates on May 25, at Shepherd Field aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego. Col. Michael J. Lee took over for Gates as the comm... More
Retired Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Bill “Oorah” Paxton
Retired Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Bill “Oorah” Paxton and several Marine volunteers from MCRD honored the veterans of the Battle of Iwo Jima with their float designed for Coronado’s Independence Day parade, July 4.
Duncan Hall introduces new breakfast kiosk for Marines
Marines purchase breakfast items at Duncan Hall's new breakfast kiosk, Oct. 25. The new kiosk offers breakfast sandwiches, self-serve beverages, pastries, fresh fruit bowls, coffee, iced coffee, cappuccinos and... More
Company C recruits watch as Sgt. James Barnhil an
Company C recruits watch as Sgt. James Barnhil an Instructional Training Company drill instructor shows them how to make their harness out of a length of rope, Aug. 5. They were to follow the directions meticul... More
Hundreds of law enforcement vehicles, fire trucks and
Hundreds of law enforcement vehicles, fire trucks and ambulances from several different police departments are parked in the Qualcomm Stadium parking lot Aug. 12. The vehicles were part of a funeral procession ... More
Marines from Headquarters and Service Battalion stand
Marines from Headquarters and Service Battalion stand at parade rest in formation during the Morning Colors Ceremony Oct. 7. There are three different formations present at the ceremony, one from 12th Marine Co... More
Participants of the annual Turkey Trot aboard Marine
Participants of the annual Turkey Trot aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego kick off the five-kilometer run Nov. 18. The Turkey Trot is part of the Commanding General's Cup held throughout the year on th... More
Jodi Meyerson, English teacher, American Leadership
Jodi Meyerson, English teacher, American Leadership Academy, South Spanish Fork, Utah, maneuvers through a field of simulated tripwires while running the bayonet assault course Feb. 8.
Members of the Single Marine Program barbecue plenty
Members of the Single Marine Program barbecue plenty of food when Semper Fit Health Promotions held a martial arts and men's health fair, June 15 at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego's Fieldhouse lawn. Local... More
Steven Martinez, a Toy King Detailing associate, details
Steven Martinez, a Toy King Detailing associate, details Lance Cpl. Andrew Rodgers', military police, Headquarters and Service Battalion, 1987 Pontiac Firebird after he won the raffle for a complete auto detail... More
Depot observes national Red Ribbon Week
Frank Chavez, drug demand reduction coordinator, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Substance Abuse Counseling Center, gives Lt. Duchuy Nguyen, Facilities Division public works officer, right, a t-shirt and bag in obse... More
Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego started the 2012
Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego started the 2012 Commanding General’s Cup season with flag football. The day’s games wrapped up with a toppling win by Pacific Tactical Law Enforcement Team against Finance 18 – 10.
Retired Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Bill “Oorah” Paxton
Retired Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Bill “Oorah” Paxton and several Marine volunteers from MCRD honored the veterans of the Battle of Iwo Jima with their float designed for Coronado’s Fourth of July parade, July 4.
A Marine color guard marches the colors out between
A Marine color guard marches the colors out between a crowd of families during the Morning Colors Ceremony Oct. 7. While the colors were marched out the national anthem was played. The attendees of the ceremony... More
The Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Vikings and
The Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Vikings and the Murphy Canyon Cowboys came to a stalemate at the end of their 40-minute game with neither team scoring any points Dec. 3.
Class helps couples 'stop treading water,' keep sailing together throu...
Couples went through five different venues while attending Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego's Family Team Building and Behavioral Health Services couples resiliency class, Underwater Romance, Oct. 28. When ... More
Drivers took the time to talk to their opponents while
Drivers took the time to talk to their opponents while in the line-up to race to get a feel of what they were up against. Sometimes good friendships are formed in this line-up.
A motorcyclist shows off by pouring clouds of smoke
A motorcyclist shows off by pouring clouds of smoke from his rear tire before he lines up to race another motorcycle at Qualcomm Stadium, June 24, during one of Race Legal's bi-monthly racing events.
Steven Martinez, a Toy King Detailing associate, details
Steven Martinez, a Toy King Detailing associate, details Lance Cpl. Andrew Rodgers', military police, Headquarters and Service Battalion, 1987 Pontiac Firebird after he won the raffle for a complete auto detail... More
The side of the rappel tower aboard Marine Corps Recruit
The side of the rappel tower aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego is emblazoned with the word Marines and looms 60-feet into the San Diego skyline.
Instructional Training Company drill instructors inspect
Instructional Training Company drill instructors inspect recruits' harnesses before allowing them to descend the rappel tower aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Aug. 5. Safety is the most important fa... More
Participants of Marine Corps Recruit Depot's Fitness
Participants of Marine Corps Recruit Depot's Fitness Center's Zumba Fitness class follow the instruction of Claudia Hillard, a Zumba instructor, June 10. "Zumba is one of the hottest new workouts available," sa... More
Attendees at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego's
Attendees at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego's Fitness Center's Yoga class start off in the child's pose, controlling their breathing and relaxing, June 11. Those who practice Yoga are called Yogi's.Throug... More
A recruit follows instructions on how to make a knot
A recruit follows instructions on how to make a knot for his harness before descending the rappel tower aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Aug. 5. To ensure safety as they completed the rappel tower, ... More
Marc Lemieux, Clairemont Mesa, Calif. signs a t-shirt
Marc Lemieux, Clairemont Mesa, Calif. signs a t-shirt that El Cajon Harley Davidson had set out during their fundraiser Aug. 6. Attendees were able to sign the t-shirts, a book with their own personal message a... More
Participants of the Boot Camp Challenge training program
Participants of the Boot Camp Challenge training program perform swimmers after completing slaloms and sprints Aug. 23. The program was prepared to help participants train for the 10th annual Boot Camp Challeng... More
Col. Michael R. Bowersox, assistant chief of staff,
Col. Michael R. Bowersox, assistant chief of staff, Marine Corps Recruiting Command, addresses the attendees of the National Recruiter Instructor and Recruiting Officer Conference, June 7, aboard Marine Corps R... More
Lance Cpl. Jaimee Williams, an administrative clerk
Lance Cpl. Jaimee Williams, an administrative clerk for 3rd Recruit Training Battalion takes off for second base after one of her teammates sent the ball into the field during the women's softball playoffs, June 21.
Couples dance happily at the Bayview Restaurant's Sultry
Couples dance happily at the Bayview Restaurant's Sultry Summer Swing Aug. 19. Once a month the Bayview holds a dinner dance that is themed to match the seasons and upcoming holidays. Between the live band and ... More
Participants of the Boot Camp Challenge training program
Participants of the Boot Camp Challenge training program perform push-ups and other exercises at the first stop along a two-mile run Aug. 23. The training program was put together to help participants prepare f... More
A couple dance close during a 1950s era song played
A couple dance close during a 1950s era song played by the Cradit Union Band during the Bayview Restaurant's Sultry Summer Swing Aug. 19. The band plays cover songs from all eras and styles, and were more than ... More
Col. Michael R. Bowersox, assistant chief of staff,
Col. Michael R. Bowersox, assistant chief of staff, Marine Corps Recruiting Command, addresses the attendees of the National Recruiter Instructor and Recruiting Officer Conference, June 7, aboard Marine Corps R... More
Participants of the annual Turkey Trot aboard Marine
Participants of the annual Turkey Trot aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego were invited to participate in a pumpkin pie eating contest Nov. 18. The winner was presented with a movie bundle, which consis... More
The Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Vikings and
The Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Vikings and the Murphy Canyon Cowboys came to a stalemate at the end of their 40-minute game with neither team scoring any points Dec. 3.
The Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Vikings and
The Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Vikings and the Murphy Canyon Cowboys came to a stalemate at the end of their 40-minute game with neither team scoring any points Dec. 3.
Black tape across a military policeman's badge was
Black tape across a military policeman's badge was a symbol of honor and mourning for fallen comrade, police officer Jeremy Henwood who was killed in the line of duty Aug. 6. For the week of Aug. 8 - 12 law enf... More
Steven Martinez, a Toy King Detailing associate, shows
Steven Martinez, a Toy King Detailing associate, shows how to take proper care of a motorcycle and the difference between Armor All and other products, June 18 at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego's Auto Ski... More
Maj. Linda Long, company commander, Service Company,
Maj. Linda Long, company commander, Service Company, sends the ball downfield during the women's softball playoffs, June 21. Headquarters and Service Battalion took on Recruit Training Regiment and won their la... More
Participants of the Boot Camp Challenge training program
Participants of the Boot Camp Challenge training program run to their next exercise station Aug. 23. The participants ran approximately two miles during their training, preparing them for the 10th annual Boot C... More
Steven Martinez, a Toy King Detailing associate, shows
Steven Martinez, a Toy King Detailing associate, shows what results different cleaning products can get on the body of a car by demonstrating on an old hood of a car, June 18, at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San ... More
A participant of Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego
A participant of Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Fitness Center's Boot Camp Challenge training program launches into a sprint after completing slaloms Aug. 23. The fitness center is holding training sessio... More
Steven Martinez, a Toy King Detailing associate, shows
Steven Martinez, a Toy King Detailing associate, shows what results different machines can get on the body of a car by demonstrating on an old hood of a car, June 18, at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego's A... More
Band NCO puts ‘kill foot’ forward, goes Recon
Sgt. Ryan Jones, a native of Penfield, N.Y., practices playing his French horn in one of the rehearsal rooms at the band hall aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego. Jones has been playing the French horn ... More
Tucked in the corner of Ocean Beach, Calif., is a beach
Tucked in the corner of Ocean Beach, Calif., is a beach designated just for man’s best friend and his owner. On sunny days the beach is crowded with people and their pets playing in the sand and surf.
Tucked in the corner of Ocean Beach, Calif., is a beach
Tucked in the corner of Ocean Beach, Calif., is a beach designated just for man’s best friend and his owner. On sunny days the beach is crowded with people and their pets playing in the sand and surf.
Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego started the 2012
Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego started the 2012 Commanding General’s Cup season with flag football. The day’s games wrapped up with a toppling win by Pacific Tactical Law Enforcement Team against Finance 18 – 10.
Participants of the Boot Camp Challenge training program
Participants of the Boot Camp Challenge training program perform slaloms during a session Aug. 23. Upon finishing that exercise, they burst into a sprint and performed other high-intensity exercises.
Amanda Brandeburg, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego
Amanda Brandeburg, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Fitness Center trainer, demonstrates an exercise as part of the Boot Camp Challenge training program Aug. 23. The fitness center is hosting classes Tuesda... More
Col. Robert W. Gates, chief of staff, Marine Corps
Col. Robert W. Gates, chief of staff, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego and the Western Recruiting Region welcomes the families of the nation's newest Marines during the Morning Colors Ceremony Oct. 7. The c... More
A recruit from Company C begins his descent down a
A recruit from Company C begins his descent down a 60-foot tall rappel tower, Aug. 5, aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego. Drill instructors watch the recruits from above and below to ensure their safety.
Marine Band San Diego entertained attendees with a
Marine Band San Diego entertained attendees with a variety of festive holiday music and the lighting of the depot’s three-story Christmas tree. However, this wasn’t just a random get-together, it was the annual... More
Maj. Gen. Bailey discusses diversity at conference
Maj. Gen. Ronald L. Bailey, commanding general, 1st Marine Division, sits in a panel for recruiting during the National Naval Officers Association Professional Development and Training Conference held at the Sa... More
Depot gets $2.5 million for 2012 green projects
A construction worker builds onto a support beam for a new parking area aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Aug. 16. This is no ordinary parking area, the roof will be lined with solar hot water heatin... More
Navy celebrates 236th birthday, San Diego, California
Capt. Penny Heisler, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Branch Medical Clinic officer in charge, right, cuts the first slice of cake during the U.S. Navy's 236th birthday celebration at Duncan Hall Gallery Oc... More
Prevention, awareness key to SoCal fire safety
Families should have fire extinguishers and smoke detectors in their homes for proper fire safety and prevention. Families should know how to work a fire extinguisher and check their detectors regularly. Matche... More
Retired Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Bill “Oorah” Paxton
Retired Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Bill “Oorah” Paxton and several Marine volunteers from MCRD honored the veterans of the Battle of Iwo Jima with their float designed for Coronado’s Fourth of July parade, July 4.
Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego started the 2012
Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego started the 2012 Commanding General’s Cup season with flag football. The day’s games wrapped up with a toppling win by Pacific Tactical Law Enforcement Team against Finance 18 – 10.
Marines gather around Sgt. Ryan Jones, musician,
Marines gather around Sgt. Ryan Jones, musician, Headquarters Battalion, Marine Forces Reserve, New Orleans, center, during a period of instruction where he taught them marine corps martial arts program moves A... More
Company C recruits tackle the rappel tower, Aug. 5,
Company C recruits tackle the rappel tower, Aug. 5, aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego. The rappel tower is used as a tool to help recruits face their fears and learn to trust their gear.
Staff Sgt. Jonathan Bley, musician, Service Company,
Staff Sgt. Jonathan Bley, musician, Service Company, Headquarters and Service Battalion, takes time out of his hectic schedule to practice playing music, Nov. 23. Bley was named the staff non-commissioned offic... More
Jacob Ellis, a martial artist with USA Freestyle Martial
Jacob Ellis, a martial artist with USA Freestyle Martial Arts performs a flip. Semper Fit Health Promotions held a martial arts and men's health fair, June 15 at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego's Fieldhous... More
Guests of U.S. Coast Guard Chief Petty Officer Joe
Guests of U.S. Coast Guard Chief Petty Officer Joe Mendoza gather around the ball return machine to wait for their turn during a family get together at the recreation center, July 4.
Staff Sgt. Jason Biggers (left) military policeman,
Staff Sgt. Jason Biggers (left) military policeman, Headquarters Company, Headquarters and Service Battalion and Lance Cpl. Daniel Contois (right) military policeman, Headquarters Company, H & S Bn. stand in fr... More
Jordan, a guest of U.S. Coast Guard Chief Petty Officer
Jordan, a guest of U.S. Coast Guard Chief Petty Officer Joe Mendoza, takes his turn at the bowling alley during a family get together at the recreation center, June 4. The recreation center allows families to r... More
A man spins his dance partner after changing dance
A man spins his dance partner after changing dance partners with another couple during the Bayview Restaurant's Sultry Summer Swing Sept. 19. The Bayview holds a dinner dance once a month which features a live ... More
Retired Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Bill “Oorah” Paxton
Retired Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Bill “Oorah” Paxton and several Marine volunteers from MCRD honored the veterans of the Battle of Iwo Jima with their float designed for Coronado’s Fourth of July parade, July 4.
Members of Marine Band San Diego play the national
Members of Marine Band San Diego play the national anthem before the annual Turkey Trot aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Nov. 18. The playing of the national anthem is traditionally played before sta... More
Melissa Hansen, a library technician, shows Master
Melissa Hansen, a library technician, shows Master Sgt. Frank Puebla, Support Battalion, how to use a play away audio book. "The audio books really help on the long commute to Oceanside, especially with all the... More
Zumba instructor, Claudia Hillard leads her class through
Zumba instructor, Claudia Hillard leads her class through dance moves at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego's Fitness Center, June 13. Zumba is a fun and easy way to stay fit for all fitness levels and ages.
Recruits hit the ground running after fast roping,
Recruits hit the ground running after fast roping, Aug. 5. They learned how to fast rope before they received their classes on how to rappel and make their harness. Fast roping is a method of quick insertion on... More
Depot Marines take a motivational run around the compound
Up in the morning with the California sun, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego came together for a formation run around base Aug. 15. Headquarters and Service Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, Recruiter’s ... More
Two Marine Corps martial arts instructors demonstrate
Two Marine Corps martial arts instructors demonstrate some moves that are part of the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program that every Marine learns in recruit training. The educators were encouraged to try out som... More
A Marine color guard stands at parade rest before marching
A Marine color guard stands at parade rest before marching on the colors for the morning colors ceremony Oct. 7. This color guard is comprised of drill instructors from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego. The... More
Yogi's hold a position in a set of warrior poses during
Yogi's hold a position in a set of warrior poses during their class, June 11. Yoga is one of the many group exercises provided by Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego's Fitness Center. A class schedule is poste... More
Col. Michael R. Bowersox, assistant chief of staff,
Col. Michael R. Bowersox, assistant chief of staff, Marine Corps Recruiting Command, addresses the attendees of the National Recruiter Instructor and Recruiting Officer Conference, June 7, aboard Marine Corps R... More
Recruits from Company C line up at the bottom of a
Recruits from Company C line up at the bottom of a ladder to wait to go down the rappel tower aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Aug. 5. Some recruits shook in anticipation and fear as they waited.
Amanda Brandeburg, one of Marine Corps Recruit Depot
Amanda Brandeburg, one of Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Fitness Center's trainers, corrects the way a participant performs a front plank to avoid injury during a Boot Camp Challenge training session Aug.... More