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Marine Member REUNION 2009 GOLFING OUT

Marines, As our Reunion (October 7-11, 2009) is only 3 weeks away, I am devoting this issue of the Newsletter exclusively to updating you on the program and passing along some ideas whick will hopefully facilitate your preparations for the Reunion. Your Reunion Committee has pulled together an awesome Reunion site and program. I have tried to pull together some brief topics which will let you know what is planned and how to prepare for the event. When you arrive at the reunion hotel, the Crowne Plaza, San Diego, after checking in, please proceed to the Hospitality Suite (Room 1131/1132). In the Hospitality Suite, you will be able to pick up the Registration Packet that Terry Cox has prepared for you. It will have your name tag(s), a complete schedule of events, information on our organization and brochures of sights to see in San Diego and recommended restaurants as well as the favors you previously ordered. As always, if you need more information on the reunion beyond what you find in this email, please visit our website and clicking on the "Reunion 2009 Update" on the home page: www.usmc-thebasicschool-1966.com or send me your questions by replying to this email. Please travel safely on your way to the Reunion and be prepared for an outstanding event! Semper Fi, Dave Semper Fi, Dave Mellon President

Classmates - Attending As of September 22nd, the following Classmates and guests are registered: Bernie and Alyce Allen Joe and Irma Alonzo Rick Anderton Carl and Michelle Bergman Andy Blenkle Steve Bowen and Joan Pete and Ginny Clay Rick and Trudy Cleland Steve Colwell Jim and Diane Conklin Kelly and Susan Couch Terry and Harriet Cox Gary and Sue Cummins Larry and Barbara Edwards Phil and Hazel Gariboldi Geno Gibbons Mel and Luanne Gibbs John Giddings Mark Haiman Steve and Mary Hinds Tom Howe Andrew and Cynthia Jones Mike Joseph Joe Lisante Sam and Molly McClinchie Steve and Ginny McComb Pete and "Charlie" Meade Dave and Val Mellon Bill and Judy Merrihew Mike and Bobbi Miller Lonnie and Jacquie Myers Jim Newman Digger O'Dell Steve and Mary Palmer Mike and Janice Parker Stan and Ellen Pasieka Phil and Max Perzan Mike and Jan Pierson Carol Quinn-Lassell Fred and Susan Rivero Bob and Jan Rix Chuck Schroeder Frank and Jamie Schigg Jack Sheehan Tom and Ann Snead Steve and Faye Snyder Chuck and Carol Sooter Dick Souza Mike and Cindy St Clair Al and Joan Stefl Bob Stimson Skip and Vicki Storey Joe and Joanne Stoskus Ron and Rhetta Sutton Len and Anita Torres Andy and Pam Traynor Jim and Jane Uecker Mitch and Betty Vickers Dave and Geri Wall Tom and Janet Wellman Darrell Wells Earl and Nancy Wentworth

San Diego Weather October in San Diego While historical weather patterns can not be relied upon to predict with accuracy the weather for the period October 7 - 11, 2009, it does give the best assessment of what we can expect. Daytime highs average 74 degrees Farenheit, while overnight lows average 61 degrees Farenheit. Accordingly, mornings and evenings may require a light jacket or sweater, while you should be comfortable in shirtsleeves at midday. While rain is not normal in October, it is possible. Again, please pack a light weather-proof jacket against the possibility of rain. Uniform of the Day - Reunion Dress The key to enjoying the Reunion is to dress comfortably. As indicated by the article above on "San Diego Weather", the day time temperature should dictate your dress. Shorts and a collared shirt would be appropriate for the Thursday visit to the Expeditionary Warfare Training Group and the USS Midway, although slacks and a collared shirt would be appropriate as well. We plan to take some group pictures on Friday, during our visit to Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego. Accordingly, we would ask that all hands wear a navy blue collared polo shirt and khaki slacks. The exception will be the Parade Reviewing Officer, Andy Blenkle and those who will be seated on the Reviewing Stand (Jack Sheehan, Dave Wall, Dave Mellon, Sam McClinchie, Steve Snyder, Terry Cox and Mike St Clair). This group will wear white dress shirt, red tie and Navy Blue Blazer. There is no formal dress code for the banquet. Marines and their ladies will wear whatever is most comfortable for them. For those desiring to "dress up" we would suggest a blazer, whereas a collared shirt and slacks would also be acceptable. Merchandise - Group Picture at MCRD, San Diego As mentioned above, the group photos memorializing this year's Reunion will be taken on Friday, October 9th, during our visit to the Recruit Depot. Again, the suggested dress is a navy blue polo shirt with khaki slacks. If you don't have an appropriate navy blue polo shirt, you will have an opportunity to purchase one at the Reunion. Chuck Sooter is going to have available 8 Large and 10 Extra Large navy blue polo shirts and will have them for sale in the Hospitality Suite. The shirts will be adorned with the eagle, globe and anchor in the colors depicted in the graphic above (with the print removed). If you want to reserve one, please contact Chuck Sooter at chucksooter@hotmail.com . The cost of shirt will be $15 per shirt Summary of the Reunion Activities Wednesday - will be spent registering and getting reacquainted in the Hospitality Suite. Thursday - will feature a visit to the Expeditionary Warfare Training Group - Pacific to observe a rifle company from 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines engaged in raid training. The afternoon activity will be a tour of the USS Midway, which features most of the aircraft that have flown off her deck before her decommissioning. Friday - will be spent observing the recruit graduation parade at MCRD, San Diego, followed by lunch and an after luncheon address by the new Commanding General of the Recruit Depot, BGen Ron Bailey. The afternoon will be spent at the Depot's PX or the MGen James L. Day Museum. Saturday - the Business Meeting will be conducted in the morning and the concluding banquet will be that evening Throughout the Reunion, lots of time will be devoted to gathering in the Hospitality Suite to enjoy the camaraderie of your Classmates and their wives or significant others.

Riverwalk Golf Course Bernie Allen has put together a great golf tournament for our Classmates and guests. On Thursday, October 8th, those signed up for golf (and paid the separate fee) will play the four star Riverwalk Golf Course, a 27 hole facility. The tournament will be contested on the Mission and Friars nines. The format will be a shotgun scramble beginning at 8:00 AM. Riverwalk is one of the most highly rated courses in the San Diego Area. The $150 golf fee includes greens fee and cart, access to the driving range and balls, a box lunch and a goodie bag of golf related paraphernalia to include a golf club. Additionally, handsome plaques will be awarded for closest to the pin on two 3 pars and for the longest drives on two of the 5 pars. The "low gross" foursome will receive a one-year subscription to "Golf Digest" and commemorative plaques. As the Class had to give a guarantee of 40 players for this event, Classmates will be given priority through August 31, 2009. At that point, Bernie will open the tournament up to friends and associates in the Southern California area. Members of the Class are urged to sign up for the golf outing as part of their Class Registration with Terry Cox in advance of August 31st to ensure a spot in the tournament. The Golf Foursomes are assigned as follows: 1st: Bernie Allen Ed Van Horn Jeff Bohn Hank Snyder 2nd: Ron Sutton Mel Gibbs Lonnie Myers Jacquie Myers 3rd: Kelly Couch Joe Roblen Gino Gibbons 4th: Jack Sheehan George Caravalho Leo Dennis Dave McCravey 5th: Darrell Wells Tom Wellman

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