Paul S. Atkins, 34th chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, and other representatives with the SEC receive a tour of Assault Craft Unit 5 and the School of Infantry – West at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, May 27, 2026. The tour featured static displays, financial literacy classes and a town hall meeting designed to educate and empower service members to better manage their finances. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Dillon Buck)
Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow is recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month this May by emphasizing the importance of mental well-being and encouraging Marines, sailors and civilians to take advantage of available resources across the installation.
At Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow, California, the high-desert environment presents unique challenges and opportunities to improve sustainability, including the conservation of water, electricity, and gas. The base also promotes sustainability through wildlife preservation. By learning and understanding how our ecosystem is impacted, we recognize the importance of protecting local species.