Photos of BLT 2/3 of 1979 are currently being collected and will be added to this web site.
Photos sought include: the living and work spaces at MCAS Kaneohe Bay, training in Hawaii and at 29 Palms, shipboard life, exercises and operations in WESTPAC liberty ports, the Vietnamese refugees which the unit took care of, etc. Please submit photos to: reuniondirector@blt23of1979.com.
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The Marine Corps' first US Army independent Military Free-Fall School is being established. It is called the Multi-Mission Parachute Course (MMPC) and is located in Coolidge, AZ - about 1 1/2 hours South east of Phoenix.
If any reunion attendee would like a private tour of the school facilities and a brief from the Course Director, contact the Reunion Director at reuniondirector@blt23of1979.com.
INTERESTED IN A MASSAGE, A DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE, A FACIAL AND/OR A MUD BODY WRAP DURING THE REUNION?
If so, the Spa Avania, located in Scottsdale, is offering a 20% discount to you. Call 480.483.5558 for an appointment or email Sara Huddleson at sara.huddleson@hyatt.com or Beth Tucker at beth.tucker@hyatt.com.
Spa Avania’s Hours of Operation: 8:30 am to 8:00 PM.
To receive the 20% discount, mention “BLT 2/3" when scheduling your Spa Avania experience
Additional information about the Spa Avania, will be available at the reunion check-in table.
GOLF. Interested in playing golf during the reunion weekend?
I've contacted two courses in the Phoenix area - Cave Creek and the 500 Club. Green fees w/cart are about $45-$50. I'm more than happy to set up tee times. Chuck Wentworth and I will be playing on Friday and Saturday. Send me an e-mail and I'll add you to the list. cwcreamer@yahoo.com.
A sign up list will also be available in the reunion hotel at the reunion check in table.
Interested in attending a Samoan Christian service Sunday October 24th after reunion?
Please feel free to join us at worship and be a part of our Samoan/polynesian community this Sunday @ 10am First Samoan Congregational Christian Church in Arizona 3118 North 41st Ave 85019.
We had a terrific time! Couldn't have been better! So many of you hadn't changed a bit. Looking forward to seeing the pics that were taken during the dinner. Semper Fi, Marines. Jack.
Happy Birthday fellow Devil Dogs. To all who attended the reunion it was great to see you again.Had a great time and am looking forward to next year in Vegas. With more time we should have an even larger turnout. Kudos to Colonel Napier and Colonel Steed for putting on a great show and their generous hospitality. You guys Rock!!!!!!
I wish I had known about the reunion earlier, but I am making every effort to be there next year. The faces and memories are coming back to me and I am really enjoying reliving them through the pictures. Many good times where had by all of us and the brotherhood of this experience has helped me through the last 30 years. Semper FI
Semper Fi, didn't get a chance to attend but i plan on it this year. I always think about those years and the difference it played in my life from the ist Sgt to the co. i was honored to serve with the General during Desert Sheild And Storm it made me feel good to see him once again. And the Sgt Mallory who taught me to spit shie boots.smiling Thomas Loving
SEMPER FI, Just heard about the reunion in Oct 2011. I think it would be great. Like others have said It played a big part in my life. I remember those times like it was yesterday. I'm going to attend and looking forward to it, see you there. ALOHA Gary
WOW....... just sat through the 2 videos....what a walk down memory lane...there is even a picture with me...wow.....wish I could make it....but living in Maui....well its a little far this year....should have attended when it was in Vegas....have to keep in touch and attend as soon as I can.....Cpl Miguel Quintana Jr. Weapons Company.....0341....High Angle Hell.....anyone out there.....quintanam21@yahoo.com
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blt 2/3 reunion at va. was great. words can't describe it can't wait till san Antonio in 2yrs it was great seeing everyone old and new friends we all share something amazing that wn as a big part of our lives SEMPER FI to all see you in san Antonio gary turnoff h&s comm plt
semper fi and a hand salute to all the members of blt 2/3 from the K-Bay days. i was s-3 of 31st mau on your deployment, and later x.o. of 1/3 where we again went out on the tarawa. wishing you all good health and a happy next reunion. semper fi, bill mcbride. p.s. is howard nielson on your email list? if so, could you ask him to contact me.
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ReplyDeletePhotos of BLT 2/3 of 1979 are currently being collected and will be added to this web site.
ReplyDeletePhotos sought include: the living and work spaces at MCAS Kaneohe Bay, training in Hawaii and at 29 Palms, shipboard life, exercises and operations in WESTPAC liberty ports, the Vietnamese refugees which the unit took care of, etc. Please submit photos to: reuniondirector@blt23of1979.com.
Your comments in this blog are welcome.
ReplyDeleteHere is how the blog works:
• Enter your comments or images in the Post a Comment box.
• In the Comment as box, select either Name/URL or Anonymous. (Ignore the other items in this box). If Name/URL is selected, enter your name and/or your email address.
• Click Continue
• Click Post Comment
• Type the security code in the Preview box that appears
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ReplyDeleteThe Marine Corps' first US Army independent Military Free-Fall School is being established. It is called the Multi-Mission Parachute Course (MMPC) and is located in Coolidge, AZ - about 1 1/2 hours South east of Phoenix.
ReplyDeleteIf any reunion attendee would like a private tour of the school facilities and a brief from the Course Director, contact the Reunion Director at reuniondirector@blt23of1979.com.
INTERESTED IN A MASSAGE, A DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE, A FACIAL AND/OR A MUD BODY WRAP DURING THE REUNION?
ReplyDeleteIf so, the Spa Avania, located in Scottsdale, is offering a 20% discount to you. Call 480.483.5558 for an appointment or email Sara Huddleson at sara.huddleson@hyatt.com or Beth Tucker at beth.tucker@hyatt.com.
Spa Avania’s Hours of Operation: 8:30 am to 8:00 PM.
To receive the 20% discount, mention “BLT 2/3" when scheduling your Spa Avania experience
Additional information about the Spa Avania, will be available at the reunion check-in table.
GOLF. Interested in playing golf during the reunion weekend?
ReplyDeleteI've contacted two courses in the Phoenix area - Cave Creek and the 500 Club. Green fees w/cart are about $45-$50. I'm more than happy to set up tee times. Chuck Wentworth and I will be playing on Friday and Saturday. Send me an e-mail and I'll add you to the list. cwcreamer@yahoo.com.
A sign up list will also be available in the reunion hotel at the reunion check in table.
Interested in attending a Samoan Christian service Sunday October 24th after reunion?
ReplyDeletePlease feel free to join us at worship and be a part of our Samoan/polynesian community this Sunday @ 10am First Samoan Congregational Christian Church in Arizona 3118 North 41st Ave 85019.
How long do we need to wait to see some pictures or info about the reunion?
ReplyDeleteI was unable to attend, but I sure would like to know how everything went and see a few pics.
Semper Fi
We had a terrific time! Couldn't have been better! So many of you hadn't changed a bit. Looking forward to seeing the pics that were taken during the dinner. Semper Fi, Marines. Jack.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Semper Fi
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday fellow Devil Dogs. To all who attended the reunion it was great to see you again.Had a great time and am looking forward to next year in Vegas. With more time we should have an even larger turnout. Kudos to Colonel Napier and Colonel Steed for putting on a great show and their generous hospitality. You guys Rock!!!!!!
ReplyDeletePictures from the 2010 reunion in Phoenix/Scottsdale are now posted in the Gallery Section.
ReplyDeleteI wish I had known about the reunion earlier, but I am making every effort to be there next year. The faces and memories are coming back to me and I am really enjoying reliving them through the pictures. Many good times where had by all of us and the brotherhood of this experience has helped me through the last 30 years. Semper FI
ReplyDeleteSemper Fi, didn't get a chance to attend but i plan on it this year. I always think about those years and the difference it played in my life from the ist Sgt to the co. i was honored to serve with the General during Desert Sheild And Storm it made me feel good to see him once again. And the Sgt Mallory who taught me to spit shie boots.smiling Thomas Loving
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ReplyDeleteJust heard about the reunion in Oct 2011. I think it would be great. Like others have said It played a big part in my life. I remember those times like it was yesterday. I'm going to attend and looking forward to it, see you there. ALOHA Gary
Aloha! Looking forward to seeing you!
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ReplyDeleteHAPPY BIRTHDAY Marines!!
ReplyDelete236 Years and counting!!
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Any input with this years reunion??
ReplyDeleteWaiting for the picture and to hear how everything went?
Looking forward to any news?
WOW....... just sat through the 2 videos....what a walk down memory lane...there is even a picture with me...wow.....wish I could make it....but living in Maui....well its a little far this year....should have attended when it was in Vegas....have to keep in touch and attend as soon as I can.....Cpl Miguel Quintana Jr. Weapons Company.....0341....High Angle Hell.....anyone out there.....quintanam21@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteMiguel my bro! I will email you!
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ReplyDeleteOne thing that you must remember when designing a room in their house is to create a mood. Think of a mood and stick with it when choosing items should be placed in the room.
blt 2/3 reunion at va. was great. words can't describe it can't wait till san Antonio in 2yrs it was great seeing everyone old and new friends we all share something amazing that wn as a big part of our lives SEMPER FI to all see you in san Antonio gary turnoff h&s comm plt
ReplyDeleteAttention ‘Island Warriors.’ The fourth reunion of BLT 2/3 of 1979 is scheduled to occur in San Antonio, Texas, October 27-29, 2016.
ReplyDeleteDetails about the three-day gathering will soon be available on this website www.blt23of1979.com.
Attention ‘Island Warriors.’ The fourth reunion of BLT 2/3 of 1979 is scheduled to occur in San Antonio, Texas, October 27-29, 2016.
ReplyDeleteDetails about the three-day gathering will soon be available on this website www.blt23of1979.com.
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ReplyDeletesemper fi and a hand salute to all the members of blt 2/3 from the K-Bay days. i was s-3 of 31st mau on your deployment, and later x.o. of 1/3 where we again went out on the tarawa. wishing you all good health and a happy next reunion. semper fi, bill mcbride. p.s. is howard nielson on your email list? if so, could you ask him to contact me.
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