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Events Around the United States
This section of the web site includes events that Marine Corps families would be interested in attending. The events include book signings, dedications, memorials, The Marine Corps Marathon, Bootcamp Challenge, Opening of the Museum, Marine Parent Conferences, and more. Please use the EVENT FORM under "Contact Us" if you have an event to add to this section of the web site. For Support Our Troops Rallies, use the Support Rallies link.
These are listed in date order, with the next-up event listed at the top.
Be sure to sign up for our twice-monthly newsletter to get additional updates and news. There's a signup box at the bottom of every page of the web site.
 Knitting for Marines
Ongoing Event
The Knitting For Marines project is an on-going effort to make and distribute helmet liners to Marines. Thanks to the overwhelming support that the project received, the Museum will continue to accept helmet liners so that as many Marines as possible can receive one.
For more information and to download patterns please visit the National Museum of the Marine Corps web site
The National Museum of the Marine Corps
Parents, Families and Friends of Marines "Texas Meet and Greet"
August 1-3, 2008
Fort Worth, Texas
Join us for a good time weekend! Activities include Friday night meet and greet, Saturday minor league baseball game, party after the game and Sunday farewell breakfast.
Event Information
"Show Me State" Marine Parents Picnic and BBQ
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Columbia, MO
MarineParents.com Warehouse, 2810 Lemone Industrial Blvd
Planned start time will be right after the Care Package packing is complete, approximately 11:30 or 12:00
The Marine Parents of Missouri invite you to join together for a picnic and BBQ. Dishes to share are requested and will be appreciated!
Event Information Download PDF Flyer
"3rd Annual PFC Ryan Jerabek Memorial Challenge"
Saturday, August 9, 2008
Hobart, Wisconsin
Friday, August 8, 2008 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Packet pickup and walk in registration
Saturday events begin at 6:30 AM - Run/Walk begins at 9:00 AM
Ryan Jerabek, an 18 year old Hobart native had served our Nation in the United States Marine Corps with Honor, Courage and Commitment. On 6 April, 2004 in Ramadi, Iraq, Ryan made the ultimate sacrifice. Ryan was awarded the Bronze Star with Combat V for extraordinary heroism. He also received the Purple Heart. Join us as we run/walk the roads of Hobart that Ryan trained on before his departure to USMC boot camp and to pay tribute to Ryan, our veterans plus those currently serving in all service branches and our Fallen Heroes.
Event Information Jerabek Challenge
"America Supports You Freedom Walk - September 2008"
Celebrate Freedom...and Remember 9/11!!
The first walk was held in 2005 when Pentagon employees sought a way to honor the victims of the Pentagon attack, pay tribute to the responders and those who serve. Last year 255 communities participated, and every state was represented, along with eight nations overseas.
Join in this tradition by participating in or organizing a walk in your community. The America Supports You Freedom Walk web site has information about the walk, how to plan a walk and where walks are being held in your state.
Event Information America Supports You Freedom Walk
Listen to 11 year old Colton talk about how he organized a Freedom Walk in his hometown and his plans for a 2008 walk! Colton's interview takes place in the first 3 minutes. Allison Barber from ASY also talks about the importance of remembering 9-11 by organizing or particpating in a walk.
Colton's Interview
"Riley Baker and Matthew Pathenos, Memorial Motorcycle Ride and Washer Tournament"
September 13, 2008 Rain or Shine!
Proceeds will benefit the USO of Missouri
Riders and sponsors can enjoy the ride or they can spend the day playing washers, while supporting the men and women who defend our country every day and honor those who have given the ultimate sacrifice.
Full event information including registration, lodging, ride map, washer tournament information, donations and sponsorship can be found at:
UnitedWestandMO.com
Outward Bound Wilderness - Veterans Expeditions
2008 schedule includes: Colorado, Maine, Texas and California>
Adventure and challenge, solitude, reflection, and renewal, the Wilderness has always symbolized a new beginning – a place for discovery and fulfilling adventure. The Outward Bound program for Veterans provides an opportunity for camaraderie and has proven to be a powerful tool in helping veterans readjust after leaving the combat zone.
These five-day excursions offer adventure activities such as backpacking, rock climbing, canyoneering, canoeing, and dog sledding in beautiful wilderness areas in Maine, Texas, Colorado, California, and Minnesota.
Scheduled courses from Sep 08-Feb 09 and future courses will be scheduled soon. All expedition costs for lodging, equipment, food, and instruction are completely funded by a multi-million dollar Sierra Club grant, including the participants' round-trip transportation between home and the wilderness site. The excursion is offered at no cost to the participant.
Complete information can be found here Outward Bound Wilderness
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