The months from May through early September are known as the 101 days of summer, and for many Marines, civilians, and families these months mark a time of activities, off-duty periods, and outdoor fun. Aboard Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow, California, and throughout the surrounding desert, summer brings scorching temperatures and an increased risk of heat-related injuries and illnesses.
260629-M-AI729-8988.JPG Photo By: Katherine Cortez

Jun 29, 2026
MARINE CORPS LOGISTICS BASE BARSTOW, Calif. - The months from May through early September are known as the 101 days of summer, and for many Marines, civilians, and families these months mark a time of activities, off-duty periods, and outdoor fun. Aboard Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow, California, and throughout the surrounding desert, summer brings scorching temperatures and an increased risk of heat-related injuries and illnesses.


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