The Command and FRO (Family Readiness Officer) of this Marine Unit have asked the Patriot Guard Riders to provide a Send-Off to one of their units and their brave Marines and Sailors who are deploying. The least we can do is show these military men and women and their families that we support and appreciate what they sacrifice for us all.
We hear constantly from the commands of these units how much our showing up for these Welcome Homes and Send-Offs adds to the unit morale for their Marines. Come help us give some small measure of thanks to these warriors who give us so much in return. Let's bring our smiles, flags, hugs and support for these men and women as we send them off into harm's way and pray for their safe return home.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring these Heroes. For those interested, we will be accompanying these Marines approx. 53 miles to their departure location. Please see the time table below if you would like to participate.
IMPORTANT: Please arrive fueled up and ready to ride.Time table for Saturday, 14 APR 18:0930 - Stage at Carl's Jr., 3929 El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA
https://goo.gl/maps/mC1YtqCQHaL20945 - Mission brief
1000 - KSU to pickup point on base
1115 - KSU to departure location
Second Staging: (For those that would like to form a Flag Line for arrival of procession)
1145 - Stage Carl's Jr., 22580 Cactus Ave., Moreno Valley, CA 92553
https://goo.gl/maps/U2pTXagCZi121215 - Move to location for Flag Line for arrival
NOTE: There will not be a Ride Captain for this portion, please appoint someone to call the R/C below for arrival information
R/C Mike "Joker" Courtright
So Cal PGR Ride Captainmokynanapo@sbcglobal.net
714-321-3356 cell
Each motorcycle rider should have registration, proof of insurance. You should also wear hard sole shoes, long pants, full-fingered gloves, a long sleeve outer garment, eye protection, and a DOT helmet. A brightly colored reflective vest is no longer needed but recommended. Have your I.D. ready when you arrive at the gate.Due to OPSEC (Operational Security) limitations which involve troop movements and on-base activities, exact details of this mission will be explained at the Mission Briefing only.You do not have to be a Veteran or a motorcycle rider to attend this mission. Everyone is welcome. We encourage those who do not ride to attend in your car. If this will be your first mission go to the staging area and you will be briefed there by the R/C (Ride Captain). Dress for motorcycle riding or dress casually if you are driving a cage. Please ride/drive safely.
