Communication Strategy & Operations

Blount Island Command is dedicated to cultivating and strengthening ties between personnel on Marine Corps Support Facility Blount Island and our broader community, including local, state and national partners. Our Communication Strategy and Operations (COMMSTRAT) office is committed to delivering engaging public affairs initiatives and communications materials. Our goal is to enhance public understanding and maintain enthusiasm for the command's mission, priorities and opportunities.

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Facility Access

In accordance with Force Protection Directive 25-001, Marine Corps Support Facility Blount Island maintains a baseline status of FPCON Bravo with additional U.S. Northern Command AOR-specific supplemental and command-directed measures, including 100% identification checks.

Access to this facility is strictly controlled, public access is prohibited. Common Access Cards (CAC) do not authorize guest access. All visitors on official business must check-in at the Pass and Identification Building (110), located adjacent to the main gate, and provide a valid driver's license with vehicle insurance and registration. Non-U.S. citizens are subject to additional vetting, which can take more than four days. Pets and weapons are strictly prohibited. For questions regarding access, call 904-696-3806 (Building 110).

Group Visit Requests

To request a group visit to Marine Corps Support Facility Blount Island, submit a formal request letter to BICPublicAffairsOffice@usmc.mil at least 90 days in advance. Include the following information:

• Group name and affiliation: Specify if your group is a civic, private or military organization.
• Purpose of visit: Briefly describe the reason for your visit.
• Requested visit dates: Provide specific dates and, if applicable, times.
• Proposed itinerary: Outline the desired schedule and activities for your visit.
• Special needs: Identify any individuals in the group requiring special accommodations.
• Potential VIPs: List any dignitaries or notable individuals within the group.

Group size should be between 10 and 45 people. Please note:

• Submission does not guarantee approval. Requests are reviewed individually based on factors including force protection levels, resource availability, safety and risk management and competing operational requirements.
• Access requires appropriate credentials. All approved visitors must present valid identification and undergo background checks.
• All participants must sign a waiver of liability.

Individual tours are not available. For questions regarding visit submissions, scheduling or general inquiries, contact the COMMSTRAT office at BICPublicAffairsOffice@usmc.mil. For access and security questions, call 904-874-8038.