Memorial Mission
Memorial Day Flag Placement and Pickup
Long Island National Cemetery
All Military Branches
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Farmingdale, NY - 05/25/2024
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 8, Region 9About the Mission:
On Saturday, 25 May 2024, Patriot Guard Riders will once again have the honor of joining other organizations in the placing of American Flags on the gravesites of our veterans.
*Bring yourself, work gloves, and a long screwdriver to dig pilot holes for the flags*
On Saturday, 1 June 2024, Patriot Guard Riders are requested to assist in the removal of Memorial Day Weekend flags that have been placed on the gravesites of our veterans.
*Please bring a small rag to remove any dirt or mud that may cling to the flagstick.
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
05/25/2024 at 08:00am
Staging Location:
Long Island National Cemetery
2040 Wellwood Ave
Farmingdale, NY 11735
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Terry and Jim Martinelli
631-617-3298
Special Covid-19 Mission Guidelines:
Updated 15, May 2024
The CDC has changed its COVID-19 protocol recommendations for 2024, updating them to reflect the changing severity and transmission of the virus. Please click here for the latest information and continue to practice common sense distancing protocols while in enclosed locations.
Special Information:
Please see RCs Terry and Jim Martinelli for instructions.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
yes
Second Staging Date and Staging Time:
06/01/2024 at 08:00am
Second Location:
Long Island National Cemetery
2040 Wellwood Ave
Farmingdale, NY 11735
Second Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Terry and Jim Martinelli
631-617-3298
Second Stage - Special Information:
Please see RCs Terry and Jim Martinelli for instructions.
Is there a Third Stage to this Mission?
no
Submitted by:
Wayne Cohen - SRC Region 8 NY
rs 05/22; MER