STANDARD INSTALLATION TOPIC EXCHANGE SERVICE. S I T E S Version 3 RELOCATION INFORMATION FOR. Camp Pendleton California

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1 STANDARD INSTALLATION TOPIC EXCHANGE SERVICE S I T E S Version 3 RELOCATION INFORMATION FOR Camp Pendleton California Information Date March 20, 2000 Visit the SITES Web Site at

2 Table of Contents Installation... 1 Installation Overview... 1 Must Know Items... 1 Geographically Separated or Satellite Locations... 4 Nearby Installations (Listed Separately in SITES)... 5 Regulations... 5 Commonly Referenced Numbers... 8 Major Unit Listing Transportation Commissary and Exchange Operations Local Community Local Community Overview Time Zone Chart Climate Events Calendar Cultural Attractions Recreation Opportunities Military Related and Civic Organizations Shopping State and Community Social Service Agencies Non-Profit Social Service Agencies Religious Activities Community Transportation Education Education Overview Public and DODDS Schools Private Schools Colleges and Universities Adult or Continuing Education Special Education Employment Employment Overview Federal Civilian Employment for Spouses Permanent Employment Resources Temporary Employment Resources Non-Paid or Volunteer Opportunities Chambers of Commerce Private Sector Employment Government Employment Professional or Occupational Licensing Networking Opportunities Medical And Dental Medical and Dental Overview Medical Services/Directory - on Installation Health Benefits Advisor, Wellness, and CHAMPUS/TRICARE Programs Community Hospitals Dental Services/Directory - on Installation Family Member Dental Plan Housing Housing Overview Housing Allowances Government Housing Community Housing Utilities ii

3 Relocation Services Relocation Services Overview Relocation Assistance In Transit Emergencies Financial Preparedness Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Household Goods In-Bound Shipments Household Goods Out-Bound Shipments Household Goods Claims Household Goods Weight Allowances POV In-Bound Shipments POV Out-Bound Shipments POV Claims Pet Boarding/Kennels Pet Licensing Pet Quarantines Veterinary Services Pet Transportation PCS Reporting Procedures Separation Procedures Billeting Unaccompanied PCS Support Services Support Services Overview Family Centers Information and Referral Financial Assistance Programs Emergency Assistance Family Advocacy Single Member Services Support Groups Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Chapel Services and Programs Drug and Alcohol Legal Assistance Child And Teen Services Child and Teen Services Overview New Parent Program Child Care Programs - on Installation Child Care Programs - Community Things To Do - Clubs and Social Things To Do - Recreation and Sports Schools School Age Care Religious Programs Special Events Sponsorship and Support Youth Employment Youth Centers For Teens Only Survival Tips For First Termers Survival Tips for First Termers Overview Before You Move After You Arrive Reporting Procedures Travel Planning iii

4 Vehicle Ownership Housing and Billeting Money Matters At A Glance Facility/Services Summary Housing Summary Education Summary Local Community Summary Medical and Dental Summary Relocation and Support Services Summary APPENDIX Disclaimer iv

5 Installation Installation Overview Welcome to Southern California and Marine Corps Base Camp Joseph H. Pendleton, the site of the Corps' largest amphibious assault training facility, encompassing 17 miles of prime coastline and 125,000 acres. As the most complete West Coast training facility, Camp Pendleton is one of the Department of Defense's busiest installations. While many military bases share one or more of Camp Pendleton's features, none can match Pendleton's broad spectrum. The base is home of the I Marine Expeditionary Force, the 1st Marine Division, the 1st Force Service Support Group and many tenant units, including elements of 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing and the Marine Corps Tactical Systems Support Activity (MCTSSA). Pendleton Marines are environmentally conscientious as they share the land with nearly 400 species of mammals and birds. The protection of several endangered species is considered when planning for training. Camp Pendleton is also home to about 55 bison. A wide variety of recreational facilities and activities are available on base. Combine these with an unlimited number of local points of interest, to make your tour a pleasant and memorable one. Use this guide to become familiar with Camp Pendleton and its surrounding areas, and help make the transition of settling into your new home and job easier. Pendleton has a population of approximately 37,000 active duty Marines and Sailors, with 27% of family members living on base and 73% living off base. Major Commands Marine Corps Base, 1st Marine Expeditionary Force, 1st Marine Division, 1st Force Service Support Group, Marine Corps Air Station, ACU-5, Naval Hospital, MCTSSA, Naval Weapons Station Fallbrook, and a Reserve Support Unit. Mission Marine Corps Base has the responsibility of providing housing, training facilities and logistical support for the Fleet Marine Force elements and other units assigned here. In addition, the base conducts specialized schools and other such training as the Commandant of the Marine Corps may direct. Population assigned-served: 116,700 DoD population Active Duty Marines: 33,700 Family Members: 45,900 Retirees: 30,000 Civilian Employees: 3,927 Reserve Components: Marine Corps, Navy and Army Telephone Access DSN 365-XXXX 361-XXXX Commercial (760) 725-XXXX (760) 763-XXXX On base 725-XXXX 763-XXXX On base Operator (760) , M-F, Sat On base Information (760) , closed Sun & holidays Base Duty Officer (760) after hours emergencies only History On March 10, 1942, the Navy Department announced the purchase of approximately 130,000 acres, the "Rancho Margarita y Las Flores", located between Los Angeles and San Diego. Following the purchase of the vast rancho, the new West Coast Marine Corps Base would be named Camp Joseph H. Pendleton, in honor of MGen. Joseph Henry Pendleton. Camp Pendleton was declared a "permanent" installation in October 1944 and in 1946 General Vandegrift stated that the base's future role was to be the center of all West Coast Marine activities and the home of the 1st Marine Division, the peacetime strength of which would be 12,500. The Corps broadened it's mission capabilities since the 1980's, as "amphibious" became "expeditionary", combining infantry, armor, supply and air power. Over the years, Camp Pendleton has demonstrated its successful training and effectiveness in the United States Marine Corps through WWII, Korea, Vietnam, the Persian Gulf, and humanitarian efforts in Somalia and Haiti. Must Know Items For more information on this subject: Location: 36 miles North of San Diego, off I-5, Camp Pendleton exit. Oceanside is 84 miles South of Los Angeles. 1

6 Modes of transportation from airports: SAN DIEGO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO/FROM CAMP PENDLETON Westwind Express (47 passenger motor coach): (858) From Airport, pick up is at the USO (West Terminal). $15.00 one way to anywhere aboard the base. Each additional person is 1/2 price within the same family. Children under 3 yrs old are free. Reservations are required for clients leaving Camp Pendleton and Sato Travel on base sells tickets; 5 shuttles per day, 7 days per week to Camp Pendleton. Cash or travelers checks accepted only. San Diego Express Shuttle, 24-hour service, 7 days a week, for more information call RIDE (7433), or (619) , or (619) Amtrak Rail: (Recording) Take local bus to Amtrak Station. $10.00 one way - to or from Oceanside, $20.00 roundtrip (including military discount). United Service Organization (USO) is located in Terminal #2 of the San Diego Airport and is open from , 365 days a year. The USO is a nonprofit, civilian operated organization with tremendous support and operates worldwide in more that 160 locations. The facility boasts of a television lounge and sitting area, video games, movies, transportation assistance (referral to shuttle services to Camp Pendleton), and directions as well as free coffee and refreshments. For more information call (619) LOS ANGELES TO/FROM CAMP PENDLETON Greyhound Bus Lines: From Oceanside bus terminal to Los Angeles, purchase regular one way ticket, $11.00, round trip ticket is $ There is a 15% cancellation fee. Greyhound does not go directly to the airport from Oceanside. For Greyhound schedule call (760) (Recording) To talk to a Greyhound representative call Express Shuttle: From Los Angeles International Airport to the Greyhound Bus terminal in downtown LA. Tickets may be purchased from the Greyhound Bus terminal at approx. $ Marine Liaison: Offers information to servicemembers who are departing for or returning from overseas duty stations; located in Terminal #2 (lower level, office #1018A). For information or referral call (310) /3590 or DSN /3590, or United Service Organization (USO): Offers information and referral services to active duty personnel, their family members and retirees. They have specific information on the times of day the buses and trains run to Camp Pendleton. For more information on services provided by LAX USO call (310) or DSN METROLINK: Oceanside is quickly becoming the area's major rail transportation hub. Commuter rail service connecting Oceanside's Transit Center with Los Angeles Union Station via METROLINK is now available. There are currently 8 stops between Oceanside and Los Angeles Union Station. METROLINK currently operates 7am to 6pm, Monday-Friday only. Oceanside Metrolink is located at: 235 So. Tremont Ave., off Mission Avenue. Metrolink has four departures (three in a.m. and one in p.m.) and four return trains to Oceanside (one in a.m. and three in p.m.). One-way ticket $9.75; round trip $ For more information about METROLINK call (310) ARRIVAL AND CHECK-IN REQUIREMENTS: All personnel are required to report to the Joint Reception Center (JRC), Building , in service "A" uniform. The duty desk is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. See RELOCATION SERVICES/PCS REPORTING PROCEDURES in this guide book. LODGING: All personnel checking into Camp Pendleton are advised to make reservations for Temporary Lodging and/or Billeting up to 1 year in advance due to the large number of personnel incoming to and outgoing from Camp Pendleton. The summer months are extremely busy for PCS moves, so PLAN AHEAD! See RELOCATION SERVICES/BILLETING in this guide book for phone numbers and details regarding temporary lodging facilities. CHILD CARE INFORMATION: See category CHILD AND TEEN SERVICES, related subjects Child Development Programs on and off the installation. Please note our "Home Alone" policy. Base Housing regulations for family housing occupants state that children under the age of 12 may not be left home alone in quarters. However, children over 12 years of age may be left alone in quarters and may care for younger children. The guidelines for families with children residing within the local community (off base) are very similar. 2

7 There is an informal policy recommending the "home alone" age to be to be based on each particular situation and to be reviewed on an individual basis. REMEMBER TO HANDCARRY IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS - DO NOT PACK THEM! COST OF LIVING IS HIGH IN THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY AREA. See RELOCATION SERVICES, related subject Financial Preparedness. RELOCATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM The Relocation Assistance Program of Community Support Services is located in Bldg Relocation Assistance provides Welcome Aboard Packages, maps and numerous other resources regarding Women, Infants and Children (WIC), child care, education and much more to those who are relocating to Camp Pendleton. The WELCOME ABOARD ORIENTATION is held daily at 0800 and relocation services are provided at the Joint Reception Center, Building SPOUSES are highly encouraged to attend. In addition, SPOUSES' Welcome Aboard Orientation offered in the Community Centers on a monthly basis. Call toll free ext 5704 or commercial (760) for more information. New to the area --- CHECK OUT --- INTERNATIONAL CULTURAL GROUP --- The Group promotes cross cultural adaptation through arts 'n crafts, recreation, social gatherings and educational briefings. Seminars are provided monthly on sponsorship and PCS moves. Please call toll free extension 5704 or commercial (760) for more information. HOUSING: Military personnel with family members reporting to Camp Pendleton for permanent duty are required to report to the Base Housing office, Bldg 1138, before accepting or signing off base housing agreements. See Housing section in this guide book for phone numbers and details. The SCOUT, Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton newspaper is published every Thursday and distributed to housing and other key locations throughout the base. The SCOUT provides the military community with important military news and useful advertising information. All queries concerning news and editorial content should be directed to: The SCOUT, Marine Corps Publics Affairs Office, Bldg 1160, Camp Pendleton, CA , at (760) Queries concerning business matters or display ads should be directed to SouthCoast Newspapers Inc. at (760) Classified ads, except Military Marketplace, may be placed by calling (760) or (760) For information about advertising in The SCOUT call: ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES: Legal drinking age is 21 on and off base. Beer, wine and distilled spirits are sold by the package in any type of store or establishment which has an appropriate license. There are strict regulations on base concerning drinking and driving, zero tolerance. PETS: The California Department of Health Services requires all dogs over four months old to have a certificate of current rabies vaccination stating the type, manufacturer, and lot number of rabies vaccine used and date of administration. All cities and counties in California have dog control ordinances. It is strongly recommended that all cats be rabies immunized. Cats, pet birds and pet rabbits must be healthy on admittance into the state. Parakeets may not be brought into the state for the purpose of sale. Pet ferrets are prohibited in California. Information on base regulations is listed in this guidebook under RELOCATION SERVICES section. PLANTS: Houseplants in potting soil that are kept inside at all times are usually admissible into California. (Except indoors fruit plants.) All houseplants are subject to inspection at the state border for freedom of serious diseases and pests. Outdoor plants are usually not admissible. Some plants are carriers of specific plant diseases and are restricted by plant quarantines. No plants are admissible from Florida, Long Island, N.Y., Hidalgo and Cameron counties in Texas, due to certain infestations. For additional information, contact: California Department of Food and Agriculture, Division of Plant, Health and Pest Prevention Services, 1220 "N" Street, Room A-372, Sacramento, CA 95814, or call (916) Also, all fruits and vegetables are subject to inspection at the state border for freedom of serious diseases and pests. Many fruits and vegetables are restricted/prohibited by plant quarantine. Check with your local State Agricultural Department for current California requirements or call the Arizona State Border. 3

8 Must Know Items --Installation-- Site Name Camp Pendleton Last Updated March 20, 2000 State/Territory California County San Diego ZIP Code Service USMC Host Command Physical Size Personnel-- FSC/ACS Director Veronica Largent Relocation Assistance Manager Relocation Assistance Merlinde Sheerin, Ron Slate Specialist --Phones-- DSN Country Code DSN Number Commercial Country Code Commercial Area Code Commercial Number (760) FAX DSN Country Code FAX DSN Number FAX Commercial Country Code FAX Commercial Area Code FAX Commercial Number (760) Official Mailing Address-- Street Line 1 COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES RAP Street Line 2 Bldg City CAMP PENDLETON State/Territory CA ZIP Code Deliverable Address-- Street Line 1 Street Line 2 City State/Territory ZIP Code SMTP[slatero@mail.cpp.usmc.mil] Geographically Separated or Satellite Locations Satellite Command Distance Associated Site Name Marine Corps Mountain Bridgeport, 379 miles Camp Pendleton Warfare Trng Ctr California 4

9 Nearby Installations (Listed Separately in SITES) State/Country Site Name Service Distance California MCAGCC 29 Palms USMC 164 miles California MCAS Miramar USMC 40 miles California MCRD San Diego USMC 35 miles California March AFB USAF 69 miles California Naval Base Coronado USN 50 miles California Naval Base Point Loma USN 48 miles California Naval Station San Diego USN 48 miles Regulations Traffic - areas on Camp Pendleton have posted speed limits, max 55mph Accidents - should be reported to PMO immediately. Criminal Offenses - Criminal Investigation Division, /5100. At Camp Del Mar (21 Area) contact , at Camp Horno, (53 Area) contact Please contact the Base Military Police before contacting CID. Crime Prevention - DARE Program, Bldg 1231, /6605 Domestic Violence Unit (DVU) - Building 1244, /5106. Please contact the Base Military Police before calling DVU. Restricted Areas - signs are posted. Photography - is not permitted in some areas of the base. See Record Listing for: Provost Marshall's Office, Drivers License/Vehicle Registration (on Base and off Base), Fishing and Hunting License (State), and Boat License (State) Name: Boat License (State) POC: Department of Motor Vehicles Address: 4005 Plaza Drive City: Oceanside, CA Phone: (760) Non-commercial vessels need to be registered thru the DMV. Call DMV office for more information. Commercial vessels need to be licensed thru the United States Coast Guard. 5

10 Name: Centralized I.D. POC: Any Representative Address: Bldg , Joint Reception Center (Mainside) Phone: (760) Hrs: Mon-Fri (on appointment basis); (walk-in) OCCASIONS FOR IDENTIFICATION CARDS UNSERVICEABLE: Need to bring old ID and be in proper uniform. PROMOTION: Original promotion warrant, promotion message or promotion orders, old ID and be in proper uniform. REDUCTION: Page 13, UPB or UD showing reduction, old ID and be in proper uniform. LOST/STOLEN: Valid ID, i.e., State drivers license, state ID, passport or birth certificate and be in proper uniform. REENLISTMENT: DD Form 4, old ID and be in proper uniform. EXTENSION: DD Form 1133, old ID and be in proper uniform. NAME CHANGE: UD entry showing name change, old ID and be in proper uniform. ACTIVE-RESERVE: DD 214 (Copy 4) old ID and must be in proper uniform. ACTIVE-RETIRED: DD 214 (Copy 4) or retirement orders; if on terminal leave or permissive TAD, IDs can be issued 90 days prior; old ID and no uniform required. APPELLATE LV: Appellate leave orders, old ID and must be in proper uniform. DEPENDENTS: Must be accompanied by their sponsor. If adding a dependent to DEERS for the following reasons: MARRIAGE: Marriage Certificate/License (Original), and valid I.D. If previously married, Divorce Decree (Original). If previously active duty, need DD 214 (Copy 4). If on active duty, need spouse's SSN. BIRTH: Birth Certificate or record of birth from the hospital (if mother is married to sponsor). In the case of children born out of wedlock, compliance with Title 10 USC is still required. SCHOOL: Over 21 and still dependent on sponsor for more than 50% of support, a "School Letter" or registration documentation from the school. EXPIRED ID: Need the old ID. LOST/STOLEN: Need proper (Valid) ID. Name: Centralized I.D. POC: Any Representative Address: San Onofre, Bldg 51T916 (Trailer right after Sentry Post) Phone: (760) (dwh) Hrs: Tuesday & Thursday Name: Centralized I.D. (3 locations) POC: Any Representative Address: Bldg 20250, Main Gate Phone: (760) /2013/2633 Hrs: Mon-Fri (on appointment basis); (walk-in) APPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED; bonafide emergencies accepted; processing of active duty, retirees, and family members' I.D. cards. Dependent children must obtain an identification card at age 10 to be eligible to use commissary, exchange, or recreational facilities. Sailors and their family members assigned to the Naval Hospital, Branch Medical Clinics and tenant commands can obtain cards from Centralized I.D. Centralized I.D. also handles DEERS enrollment. Civilian employees' identification cards are issued at the Human Resources Office, Bldg

11 Name: Driver's License/Vehicle Registration (Off base) POC: Department of Motor Vehicles Address: 4005 Plaza Drive City: Oceanside, CA Phone: (760) Hrs: Mon-Tues-Fri , Weds , Thurs Appointments recommended; closed all major holidays State law requires each vehicle to maintain automobile insurance and pass a California smog inspection including out of State registered vehicles. Vehicles up to four years old are exempt from smog inspection. As of 1 Jan 97, new mandatory Calif. vehicle laws require motorists to show evidence that they have liability insurance to a peace officer if they are stopped for a traffic violation. The second new provision requires motorists to file evidence of liability insurance coverage when they renew their vehicle registration. The law, AB 650, covers autos, motorcycles and commercial vehicles. It does not cover vehicles that will not be operated if the owner is registering under the planned non-operation option. Name: Fishing and Hunting License (State) POC: Sporting Goods Department Address: Marine Corps Exchange Mainside Phone: (760) ext 311 Call for cost of license. You must be a California resident or active duty military. If fishing or hunting on Camp Pendleton, report to the Warden's Office Building (WOB) #25155, open from daily, for base fishing permit, $5.00/yr, for base hunting permit, $15.00/yr. For information on Hunter Safety courses, fishing/undeveloped camping program, deer tags/exchanges call (760) , Game Warden. Species, dates and limits for upcoming hunting season: Jack Rabbit: year round (no limit); Squirrel: year round (no limit); Cotton Tail: Jul 1 to Jan 31 (5 per day); Dove: Nov 13 to Dec 27 (10 per day); Quail: Oct 16 to Jan 30 (10 per day); Duck: Oct 16 to Jan 30 (7 per day, specific combo of duck) different species; Goose: Oct 23 to Jan 23 (5 per day (specific combo of goose) different species; Pigeon: Dec 18 to Dec 26 (2 per day); Deer (archery): Oct 2 to Dec 5 (2 deer - total per day); Deer (rifle): Nov 6 to Dec 5 (2 deer - total per day) **Note: eight weekend days (one weekend reserved in case of close down due to training or fire danger rating). Most hunting activity on Base occurs on holidays and weekends only. Name: Provost Marshall's Office POC: Desk Sgt or Duty Officer Address: BLDG 1231, off Rattlesnake Canyon Road Phone: (760) /5106 Hrs: 24 hours 7

12 Name: State Driver's License/Vehicle Registration (On base) POC: Department of Motor Vehicles Address: Bldg , Joint Reception Center Phone: (760) Hrs: M-F , closed holidays Appointments recommended, first come, first served Licenses: ON BASE OFFICE provides virtually all services available at off base office, except the behind-the-wheel driving test. You must provide original US birth certificate, US passport, or military I.D. and social security number. Drivers license fee is $ They accept exact cash, money orders or checks drawn on California banks. driver's license, vehicle registration, proof of insurance, and driver improvement card (for age 25 and younger) to enter the base. Vehicles made after 1974 require a smog control device as certified by the State of California; exempt are vehicles up to four years old. The registered owner of the vehicle is responsible for compliance with base regulations pertaining to the registration of the vehicle. However, the person operating the vehicle is responsible for observance of all traffic regulations. Commonly Referenced Numbers Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton Prefix: 725- XXXX 763-XXXX DSN Prefix: 365-XXXX 361- XXXX Area code: 760 Vehicle Registration: Must occur within five days of arrival to operate a privately owned motor vehicle on the base. All reporting personnel are required to present orders, identification card, 8

13 Commonly Referenced Numbers Name Commercial DSN American Red Cross (760) Barber Shop (10 Locations - 8 (760) or open Sundays) 375-MCCS (6227) Base Locator (760) Base Operator/Base Information (760) / /4111 Beauty Shop (760) Billeting (760) / /3451 Centralized ID (760) /2768/ /2768/2633 Chaplain (Base) (760) Command Duty Officer - 1st (760) FSSG Command Duty Officer - 1st (760) Marine Division Command Duty Officer - I MEF (760) Command Duty Officer - Marine (760) Corps Base Commissary (San Onofre) (760) / Commissary (near Main-Gate) (760) (Recording) (760) Community Services Branch (760) or Country Store (Mainside) (760) ext 306/ ext 306/307 Credit Union-Marine Corps West (760) Credit Union-Navy Federal (760) N/A (Oceanside) Credit Union-Navy Federal, San N/A Clemente ATM, Pico Plaza, Suite #65 Enlisted Club-22 Area - Double (760) / /3476 Deuce (Country Dance Bar/Taco Bell) Enlisted Club-43 Area (760) Enlisted Club-62 Area (760) / Exchange (Mainside) (760) Exchange (San Onofre) (760) Hospital (Information) (760) Housing Office (760) /6310 or / ITT Ticket Counter (760) / /5805 Intervention & Treatment Branch (760) / /3841 Legal Office (62 Area) (760) Legal Office (Mainside) (760) Marine Corps Community (760) / /5893 Services (MCCS) Personnel Navy/Marine Corps Relief (760) Society Officers' Club-Club Sharkey (760) / /2098 Officers' Club-San Luis Rey (760) Personal Property Office (TMO) (760) Provost Marshall's Office (PMO) (760) /3889/

14 3888/3889/5106 Quarters Assignment BEQ/BOQ (760) or (760) (Mainside) Quarters Assignment BOQ ( Del (760) Mar) Relocation Assistance Program, (760) / /9790 Community Support Services Branch SATO Travel (Leisure & Official) (760) SNCO Club-South Mesa (760) / /2294 Service Station - 51 Area (760) / /7792 Service Station - Mainside (760) / /6080 Thrift Shop (760) Ward Lodging Facility (Hostess (760) House) Western Union (760) N/A 10

15 Unit Command Point of Contact 1st FSSG (MCC 169) 1st Marine Division (MCC 121) ACU-5 I MEF (MCC 1C0) MAG 39 (MCC 1JM) Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) (MCC 057) Marine Corps Base (MCC 014) NAVAL HOSPITAL Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton Tenant, Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton Tenant, Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton Tenant, Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton Tenant, Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton Major Unit Listing Command Duty Officer or Admin/Person nel Officer Command Duty Officer or Personnel Officer Personnel Officer Command Duty Officer or Personnel Officer Duty Officer or Consolidated Admin Duty Officer or Admin/Person nel Officer Command Duty Officer or Personnel Officer PSD or Quarter Deck Commercial DSN Fax (760) or (760) (760) or (760) or or (760) (760) (760) (760) (760) or (760) (760) or /1064 (760) or (760) (760) or (760) (760) /1289/ or (760) (760) or or /1289/129 0 (760) (760) (760) Transportation See record listings for detailed information on installation transportation. Also see COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION under LOCAL COMMUNITY. Name: Off-Site Bus Service POC: North County Transit District Address: Services entire County Phone: (760) or or (619) (Recording) North County Transit District can take you from La Jolla to San Clemente, Ramona to Oceanside, and all for very little money! Riding the NCTD is the easy way to get around. Call the information express line (619) or COMMUTE. 11

16 Name: On-Site Bus Service POC: North County Transit District (NCTD) Address: All areas aboard the Base Phone: (760) Bus schedules are available from the NCTD or the Community Services, Bldg 16124, Relocation Assistance Program. Name: SATO - Official/Leisure Travel (4 locations) Address: Bldg 2263 Phone: (760) Hours: Mon-Fri Military discounts are available for all who hold a valid military I.D. SATO - Satellite Offices: Mainside Exchange Complex, same phone number as above, Mon-Fri , for leisure travel; for official travel, reservations only! SATO - Camp Del Mar, Bldg , Mon-Fri , same phone number as above. SATO - San Onofre, Bldg (near SOI), Mon- Fri , same phone number as above. Name: SATO - Official Travel - Passports - Portcall POC: Passenger Transportation Division - (TMO) Address: Bldg 2263 Phone: (760) Hours: Mon-Fri For information regarding PASSPORTS, call , PORTCALL: See your S-1 for processing official travel arrangements. Name: Space Available Flight Information POC: Travis AFB City: Fairfield, CA Phone: (707) /5704 DSN: /5704 FAX: (707) WWW Link: Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week Name: Space Available Flight Information POC: March Air Force Reserve Base (ARB) City: Riverside, CA Phone: (909) /2913 DSN /2913 FAX: (909) Hours: Mon-Fri Name: Space Available Flight Information POC: Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) City: Los Angeles, CA Phone: (310) /3715 DSN /15 Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week; Pacific Flights only! Name: Space Available Flight Information POC: Miramar MCAS City: San Diego, CA Phone: (858) /4285 DSN /4285 Hours: Mon-Thurs ; Fri/Sat/Sun Name: Space Available Flight Information POC: NAS North Island City: San Diego, CA Phone: (619) /8278 DSN: /8278 WWW Link: Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week Commissary and Exchange Operations Name: Commissary (near Main-Gate) Phone: (760) Hours: Seven days a week; Mon-Tue-Wed-Fri , Th , Sat/Sun "WIC" vouchers and Food Stamps accepted. Name: Commissary - San Onofre Phone: (760) /7011 Hours: Tue-Wed-Fri , Th , Sat ; closed on Sundays and Mondays 12

17 Name: Country Store - Mainside Phone: (760) ext 306/307 Hours: every day, closed on Christmas Day. Soda, beer, wine, liquor, food, cigarettes, sundries. Name: Dry Cleaner/Shoe Repair - Mainside Address: Building Phone: (760) Hours: Mon-Sat ; closed Sundays and Holidays. Name: Exchange - Mainside Phone: (760) Hours: Mon-Fri , Sat&Sun Open 7 days a week except some major holidays. Ladies', Men's, Children's Clothing, Shoes, Jewelry, House wares, Sporting Goods, Sound & Photo and much more! Deferred Payment Plan (DPP) is now available & applications can be picked up at the Customer Service Desk. Name: Exchange - Seaside Square San Onofre Phone: (760) Hours: Mon-Fri , Sat-Sun Open 7 days a week except some major holidays. Same services as the Mainside Exchange. Deferred Payment Plan (DPP) available; applications may be picked up at the Customer Service Desk. Name: GNC (General Nutrition Center) Address: Mainside Exchange Phone: (760) Hours: Mon-Fri , Sat & Sun Located near Subway, offering vitamins, minerals and nutritional supplements. Local Community Local Community Overview Oceanside is situated on three miles of sandy beaches and is an ideal mix of an urban and rural environment blessed with almost perfect, year-round weather. Three major freeways, Interstate 5 and Highways 76 and 78, provide easy access to and from Oceanside. The city is also served by Amtrak, which stops in Oceanside, and by Greyhound and Continental Trailways bus lines. Oceanside's weather, being much like the rest of San Diego, offers the perfect climate for the outdoor enthusiast. Residents have access to numerous golf courses, parks, tennis courts and biking trails as well as facilities for volleyball, basketball and softball. For those who just want to relax, Oceanside Harbor and Harbor Beach are the ideal spots for an afternoon stroll or picnic. Oceanside has a total of 17 elementary schools, three middle schools, and three high schools, including one continuation school. Health care for the city is provided by Tri-City Hospital located in Oceanside. For more detailed information, call the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce at or for visitor information. Other surrounding communities that support the military from Camp Pendleton are: Carlsbad, Vista, San Marcos, Escondido, Fallbrook, and San Clemente to the north. Call the local Chambers of Commerce for more information on those communities (see listing in this guidebook). San Diego County is a natural wonder. Mountains, deserts and beaches sparkle under the mellow sunshine and balmy climate, where the average temperature is a moderate 70 degrees. Covering 4,261 square miles, it borders on the Pacific Ocean with 70 miles of beach and scenic coastline. There are 73 miles of inland waterways. Rugged hills with panoramic views of snow-capped mountains in winter, it is a juncture between the pastels of the desert and the hot primary colors of the tropics. History Oceanside's first inhabitants were the Luiseno Indians, part of the large Shoshonean tribe. The Luisenos were hunters and food gatherers until the friars taught them farming and other trades. The Indians were instrumental in building the Mission compound. 13

18 Mission San Luis Rey was the largest building in California when completed in 1815, and was the most prosperous of the missions. At its peak, the "King of the Missions" had between two and three thousand Indians living and working in the area. The mission itself covered an area of 6 1/2 acres. When the petition for the first post office was drawn, the name Ocean Side was used, but later changed to Oceanside. According to local tradition this was a place "that just named itself." Before 1884, it had been the custom for families "to Oceanside" here, their favorite location for beach outings. On July 3, 1888, Oceanside was incorporated with a vote of 74 to 53. The founder of the city, A. J. Myers, was the first to vote. The population at that time was about In 1942, a dramatic change occurred with the purchase of the Santa Margarita y Los Flores Rancho by the US Government, to be used as a military base. The building of Camp Joseph H. Pendleton created a boom to end all booms in the sleepy little town. Workers flocked to downtown for food and lodging. The community geared up for war in a big way by supporting the workers and troops. Oceanside continued to urbanize into the 1950's, bringing the population in 1953 to 20,000 which is now well over 152,000. Name: KOCT-TV, Channel 17 (Local Television) Address: 3038 Industry, Ste 101 City: Oceanside, CA Phone: (760) Oceanside Community Television Name: North County Times Address: 1722 South Coast Hwy City: Oceanside, CA Phone: (760) For information on The SCOUT, the Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base newspaper, please refer to INSTALLATION OVERVIEW, MUST KNOW ITEMS. Name: Union Tribune (San Diego County Newspaper) Address: 350 Camino De La Reina City: San Diego, CA Phone: (619) If you are calling from the following area codes within California: 213, 310, 619, 714, 760, 909, call toll free for a subscription, or call for advertising/classified. Time Zone Chart Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California is located in the Pacific Time Zone and observes daylight saving time. See the Record Listing for time changes. Time Zone Chart Location Adjustment for GMT Pacific -8 Mountain -7 Central -6 Eastern -5 Greenwich (United Kingdom) 0 Central European (Germany) 1 East Asia (Japan) 9 Climate Oceanside has the most comfortable climate in Southern California. Virtually smog-free, the air is regularly cleansed by the cool ocean breezes of the Pacific. The weather pattern here is mostly sunny with moderate temperatures and low humidity. Average temperatures range from degrees. Average rainfall is inches. Described as a Mediterranean climate, cool breezes from the blue Pacific makes living and vacationing in Oceanside a rare pleasure. 14

19 See the Record Listing for year-round temperature chart. Climate Month High Low Humidity Precipitation January February March April May June July August September October November December Events Calendar There are so many things to do and see in Oceanside and nearby communities and San Diego is only a short distance away. Refer to Record Listings for details on events in your area. Name: Avocado Festival - Fallbrook POC: Chamber of Commerce City: Fallbrook, CA Phone: (760) Proximity to site: 4 Miles Held during April, the "Avocado Capital of the World" celebrates with street fair featuring arts and crafts, entertainment, food and beer garden. Name: Del Mar Fair Address: Del Mar Fairgrounds City: Del Mar, CA Phone: (858) Proximity to site: 25 Miles Held during month of June to 4th of July, San Diego County's famous "Fair by the Sea" is North America's 13th largest fair attracting more than one million visitors each year. Name: Del Mar Thoroughbred Club's Racing Season Address: Del Mar Racetrack City: Del Mar, CA Phone: (858) Proximity to site: 25 Miles Del Mar, where the "Surf meets the Turf," presents 43 days of top Thoroughbred Racing each summer, July thru September in a seaside atmosphere. Satellite wagering during off-season. Name: Harbor Days Address: Oceanside Pier City: Oceanside, CA Phone: (760) Proximity to site: 3 Miles Always the third weekend in September; runs 2 days from a.m. to dusk...loads of fun for everyone! Name: Haunted Star of India POC: Maritime Museum City: San Diego, CA Phone: (619) Proximity to site: 37 Miles From October, hrs weekdays and hrs weekends, annual Halloween events aboard the "Haunted Star of India" (historic sailing ship built in 1863)located in the San Diego Harbor. Special themes/events for children 10 years and under between hours; $8 for adults, $4 for children age 10 and under; (children under 10 in costumes receive $1 discount). 15

20 Name: International Professional Rodeo POC: Base Stables Address: Ace Bowen Activity Grounds City: Camp Pendleton, CA Phone: (760) /5085 Proximity to site: On-Site April thru September; tickets are sold at ITT and Ticketron. Event usually runs for two days. Food booths and carnival activities. For information regarding the annual All Military Rodeo, call the Base Stables. Participants need to register with MCCS. Name: Julian Apple Harvest Days Festival POC: Chamber of Commerce City: Julian, CA Phone: (760) Proximity to site: 48 Miles The Julian Apple Festival is held from September through November. Julian is a rustic, pretty little town with many quaint shops to visit. The restaurants serve delicious food. Be sure to try their famous apple pie and Julian cider. Many other events, such as a grape stomp fiesta at a local winery (middle September), mountain-top bike ride, etc., await visitors to San Diego County's historical gold mining village of Julian. Those interested in the rides should call the R&B Bicycle Club at For more information on other events, call Name: Multi-Cultural Heritage Day City: Camp Pendleton, CA Phone: (760) Proximity to site: On-Site During the month of May, multi-cultural exhibits with booths, food, music and dance, in recognition of all the ethnic cultures represented on the base; a Marine Corps Base annual event with all volunteer participation. Name: Renaissance Pleasure Faire - San Bernardino County Address: Glen Helen Regional Park/Glen Helen Lake City: Devore, CA Phone: (909) or FAIRE Proximity to site: 80 miles North-East of MCB, Camp Pendleton Beginning in late April thru the beginning of June, this reenactment of an authentic 16th century market and festival includes music, theatre, games and country dance. Information may also be obtained from the San Bernardino Chamber of Commerce (909) Name: Route 66 Rendez-Vous City: San Bernardino, CA Phone: (909) Proximity to site: 70 Miles North-East of Camp Pendleton Held during September; four-day event with "legal" cruising, street dance, celebrities, more than 1500 custom street rods and classic American-made automobiles and golf tournament. Sponsored by the San Bernardino Convention and Visitors Bureau. Name: San Clemente "Fiesta" POC: Chamber of Commerce City: San Clemente, CA Phone: (949) Proximity to site: 19 Miles Held during August, annual summer event with 5K Run, contests, games, food booths and live entertainment. Name: Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival Address: Lake Skinner City: Temecula (east of town), CA Phone: (909) /6713 Proximity to site: 45 Miles North-East of Camp Pendleton Take I-15, exit Rancho California Rd, head East! During 9-11 June, starting at 7 a.m. each day, a 3- day event full of fun and activities with a circus, arts and crafts, gourmet food, wine tasting, music and hot air balloons (weather permitting). 16

21 Name: Western Regional Chili Cook-Off - Vista POC: Chamber of Commerce City: Vista, CA Phone: (760) Proximity to site: 6 Miles During September each year, more than 150 teams rustle up their best chilies for the public. Lots of games, crafts and food! Name: World Body Surfing Championships Address: Oceanside Pier City: Oceanside, CA Phone: (760) Proximity to site: 3 Miles Held during the third weekend in August each year, it's the largest competition in the world of its kind with approximately 400 competitors. Applications must be filled out and received by 1st week in August. Cultural Attractions Name: AVO Playhouse Address: 303 East Vista Way City: Vista, CA Phone: (760) Proximity to site: 7 Miles The Avo Playhouse is a recently renovated theatre in the art deco style with a seating capacity of 382 offering plays and concerts. The playhouse is the perfect rental space for dance troupes, concerts, theatrical groups, speaker forums, contests, fashion shows, etc. Name: Balboa Park Address: 1549 El Prado City: San Diego, CA Phone: (619) Proximity to site: 40 Miles South on I-5 Times for each exhibit varies. Known as the Cultural Center of San Diego, this 1100-acre area is home to many museums, a Shakespearean Theatre, historical buildings, gardens and fountains. Name: Cabrillo National Monument Address: Point Loma City: San Diego, CA Phone: (619) Proximity to site: 40 Miles South on I-5 Hours: , 7 days a week National monument commemorating Cabrillo's 1542 exploration of the California Coast. Old Point Loma Lighthouse provides a spectacular view of San Diego. Name: Carlsbad Cultural Arts Center Address: 3557 Monroe Street City: Carlsbad, CA Phone: (760) Proximity to site: 10 Miles from Main-Gate Open for special events only! Check the North County Times newspaper for schedule of events including children's programs and Adult Theater. Name: Mission San Luis Rey Address: 4050 Mission Ave City: Oceanside, CA Phone: (760) Proximity to site: 8 Miles from rear gate Hours: Mon-Sat , Sundays This gem in the California mission chain was founded in It is the 18th of 21 missions in the State of California. Name: Moonlight Amphitheatre & Patio Address: Brengle Terrace Park, 1200 Vale Terrace Drive City: Vista, CA Phone: (760) Proximity to site: 7 Miles Set in the hills of Vista offering "Musicals Under the Stars" is the beautiful Moonlight Amphitheatre with its 1,500 seating capacity. It is available for day and evening rentals from mid-september through May. Lighting and sound specialists are available. There are 900 permanent stadium seats and other seating is general admission "lawn seating." The spacious covered patio is equipped with round tables and chairs creating a beautiful setting for afternoon or evening parties or small receptions. Catering is available for relaxed, worryfree events. 17

22 Name: Museum of Man Address: Balboa Park City: San Diego, CA Phone: (619) Proximity to site: 37 Miles San Diego's only anthropological museum! Open 7 days a week from 1000 to 1630 hours. Name: Orfila Vineyards & Winery Address: San Pasqual Rd City: Escondido, CA Phone: (760) Proximity to site: Miles East of I-5 Hours: Seasonal Free tours and tasting daily. Gourmet foods, international gifts, and picnic area available. Name: Palomar Observatory Address: Hwy. S6 North of Hwy. 76, Palomar Mountain Phone: (760) Proximity to site: Miles Hours: , 7 days a week, closed on Christmas Day. Near Palomar Mountain State Park, the Palomar Observatory holds America's largest telescope with a viewing range of 1 billion light years. The Greenway Museum holds photos taken through the scope and a movie explaining research at the observatory. Tours are self-guided at no cost. Name: Rueben H. Fleet Space Theatre & Science Center Address: 1875 El Prado (Balboa Park) City: San Diego, CA Phone: (619) (Recording) Proximity to site: 40 Miles South on I-5 The world's largest OMNIMAX theater screens IMAX/OMNIMAX films on a daily basis. Experience the Flight Simulator! Science Center features 50+ hands on exhibits. Recreation Opportunities Information Tickets and Tours (ITT) sells discounted tickets to all who hold a valid military I.D. Most amusement parks offer a military discount upon request. See record listings. Name: Brengle Terrace Recreation Center Address: Brengle Terrace Park, 1200 Vale Terrace Drive City: Vista, CA Phone: (760) ext 1501/1502 Proximity to site: 7 Miles This facility with its multi-purpose auditorium and gymnasium has lots to offer including youth classes to school age children and tiny tots. A special performing arts day camp taught by Moonlight Amphitheater performers which includes field trips is offered to 2nd - 8th graders. A social interaction program for pre-school children includes arts, music, games, etc., in a classroom setting. Call for more information. Name: Chuck E Cheese Address: 2481 W. Vista Way City: Oceanside, CA Phone: (760) Proximity to site: 5 miles from Main-gate Hours: Sun-Thurs , Fri&Sat A magical fun place for families! Call ahead to make reservations for birthday parties! Name: Disneyland Address: 1313 Harbor Blvd City: Anaheim, CA Phone: (714) or Proximity to site: 60 Miles North on I-5 Hours: vary (seasonal) A magical kingdom of yesterday and tomorrow, adventure and fantasy with 62 world-class attractions. Name: Ice Chalet Address: 4545 La Jolla Village Drive (inside University Town Center) City: La Jolla, CA Phone: (858) Proximity to site: 29 miles Hours vary! Open skating, pick-up hockey, skating instructions, youth and adult hockey leagues. Admissions $9.00 (includes skate rental). 18

23 Name: Iceoplex Address: 555 N. Tulip City: Escondido, CA Phone: (760) Proximity to site: miles East of I-5 Hours vary. Open skating, pick-up hockey, figure-skating instruction. Admission: $6.50 general, $5.50 for 12 and younger, $4.00 seniors. Skate rental: $2.50. Tuesday discounts. Name: Knotts Berry Farm Address: 8039 Beach Blvd City: Buena Park, CA Phone: (714) Proximity to site: 65 Miles North on I-5 Hours: vary (seasonal) America's first theme park, featuring 165 rides, shows and attractions. Name: Lake O'Neill (MCCS Facility) Address: Bldg 2680 City: Camp Pendleton, CA Phone: (760) Proximity to site: On base, near Hospital Hours: Sun-Thurs , Fri&Sat (office hours) Mini-Golf, 18 holes of fun! Playground, Volleyball, Basketball, Softball-courts and Horseshoe pits; picnic cabanas with BBQ grills available; bumper boats, paddle boats, row boats and pontoon boots during the summer months. Call for camping reservations during 1 May - 30 Sep. During winter months call Fishing is permitted year-round. Name: San Diego Zoo Address: Balboa Park City: San Diego, CA Phone: (619) Proximity to site: 40 Miles South on I-5 Hours: 0900 daily, 365 days a year! The Zoo is considered the most "habitable" in the world with its larger habitats and special treatment of its animals. A simulated rainforest with 100 types of animals is featured, including the world's largest collection of parrots. Stroller and wheel chair rentals are available. Name: Sea World Address: 1720 South Shores Rd. City: San Diego, CA Phone: (619) Proximity to site: 35 Miles South on I-5 Opens at 1000 a.m. daily, subject to change with season. A 135-acre marine life park which features eight shows and 30 educational exhibits. This park features killer whale, SHAMU, a large collection of sharks, dolphin shows, and a close up look at all kinds of sea creatures. Name: The Wave Water Park Address: 161 Recreation Drive City: Vista, CA Phone: (760) ext 1551 The Wave provides an outstanding family entertainment venue as well as physical fitness opportunities and is available for exclusive private parties. This splashy place is the fun spot for company picnics and school parties. A special pavilion is suitable for bands and dancing. Call for reservations! Campgrounds - campsites with water, electricity and sewer. 19