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Micheal McGarr participates in a K-9 training demonstration at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Sept. 18, 2015. The demonstration was a part of a series of activities available for spouses and families to partake in, for the 2nd annual Open House event hosted by Marine Air Control Squadron 2. The event was designed to emphasize the importance of family readiness by allowing the family members to visit the work space and become familiar with the equipment that their Marines use on a day-to-day basis. Garr is the chief trainer of the K-9 unit, with Headquarters and Headquarters squadron at MCAS Cherry Point. - Micheal McGarr participates in a K-9 training demonstration at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Sept. 18, 2015. The demonstration was a part of a series of activities available for spouses and families to partake in, for the 2nd annual Open House event hosted by Marine Air Control Squadron 2. The event was designed to emphasize the importance of family readiness by allowing the family members to visit the work space and become familiar with the equipment that their Marines use on a day-to-day basis. Garr is the chief trainer of the K-9 unit, with Headquarters and Headquarters squadron at MCAS Cherry Point.

Marine Air Support Squadron 1 runs in formation during a motivational run at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Sept. 4, 2015. Marine Air Control Group 28 Marines organized the run to remind Marines to protect themselves and each other from suicide and alcohol abuse, and to stay safe during the Labor Day weekend. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Nicholas P. Baird/ Released) - Marine Air Support Squadron 1 runs in formation during a motivational run at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Sept. 4, 2015. Marine Air Control Group 28 Marines organized the run to remind Marines to protect themselves and each other from suicide and alcohol abuse, and to stay safe during the Labor Day weekend. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Nicholas P. Baird/ Released)

Commander David A. Shirk address a crowd during a 9/11 Memorial Service at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Sept. 11, 2015. Marines gather every September 11 to honor the fallen men and women of this iconic mark on American history. Many remember what it was like to turn on the news and witness ash and debris cascade over New York City’s streets as bystanders scattered to safety. Marines endure vigorous and precise training to ensure they are proficient and always ready to protect their nation’s safety. Shirk is the command Chaplin for the air station. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. N.W. Huertas/Released) - Commander David A. Shirk address a crowd during a 9/11 Memorial Service at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Sept. 11, 2015. Marines gather every September 11 to honor the fallen men and women of this iconic mark on American history. Many remember what it was like to turn on the news and witness ash and debris cascade over New York City’s streets as bystanders scattered to safety. Marines endure vigorous and precise training to ensure they are proficient and always ready to protect their nation’s safety. Shirk is the command Chaplin for the air station. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. N.W. Huertas/Released)

Lt. Col. Jeremy S. Winters, left, and Gunnery Sgt. Clifford Bowen reload a Browning M2 .50-caliber machine gun during a weapons familiarization range at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 27, 2015. More than 100 Marines from Marine Air Support Squadron 1 honed their weapons skills with the M240B machinegun, Browning M2 .50 caliber machine gun and the M1014 combat shotgun. Marines from various military job occupations received hands-on experience that allows them to improve crucial skills and become well-rounded war fighters. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. N.W. Huertas/ Released) - Lt. Col. Jeremy S. Winters, left, and Gunnery Sgt. Clifford Bowen reload a Browning M2 .50-caliber machine gun during a weapons familiarization range at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 27, 2015. More than 100 Marines from Marine Air Support Squadron 1 honed their weapons skills with the M240B machinegun, Browning M2 .50 caliber machine gun and the M1014 combat shotgun. Marines from various military job occupations received hands-on experience that allows them to improve crucial skills and become well-rounded war fighters. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. N.W. Huertas/ Released)

“The Marine Corps Enlisted Assignments’ visit is a chance for the monitors at MMEA (HQMC) to talk to Marines one on one about their future.” – Master Sgt. Jason E. Spangenberg - “The Marine Corps Enlisted Assignments’ visit is a chance for the monitors at MMEA (HQMC) to talk to Marines one on one about their future.” – Master Sgt. Jason E. Spangenberg