As summer ends

As summer ends, the amateur radio component of the 2024 Marine Corps Marathon decided to send out one last email appeal for operators. To operators who had not yet signed up, the email called on them to do so citing that to meet our Marine Corps Marathon commitment, we do need more. This is our…

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Marine Corps Marathon

Time left to ARO check in start The Event The Marine Corps Marathon (MCM), often referred to as “The People’s Marathon,” is a celebrated annual marathon held in Washington, D.C., and its surrounding areas. Established in 1976, the event is organized by the United States Marine Corps and attracts runners from around the world, offering…

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2nd News Update for 2024 Marine Corps Marathon

Thank you for your continued support and dedication. We recognize that last year presented significant challenges, with a high number of critical medical emergencies and early gauntlet exercises. We have thoroughly reviewed After-Action Reports (AARs) to address these issues and improve our operations. BEHIND-THE-SCENES PLANNING Rest assured that comprehensive planning for the 2024 Marine Corps…

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MCM2024 ARO effort launches

The Marine Corps Marathon 2024 initiative officially kicked off today with the opening of both the Marine Corps Marathon Organization website (https://marinemarathon.com/volunteer) and the MCM ARO volunteer management platform on Ham Volunteers (https://hamvolunteers.com). This marks the beginning of the concerted effort to recruit volunteers who will play a crucial role in the success of the…

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