Yesterday, May 1st, the annual “Open Day” was held at the Marine Barracks in Savaneta. From 10 am to 4 pm, the Royal Marines opened their doors to the public with a varied program for both young people and adults.
The open day provided a wide range of activities and demonstrations, during which visitors could get a unique insight into the work of Defense and Security partners. The Marine Corps, Royal Marechaussee, Caribbean Coast Guard, Aruba Disaster Management Office, and Aruba Police Force were present to showcase their roles.
Some of the highlights of the day included impressive parachute jumps by the ‘Defensie Paraschool,’ organizations supporting different charitable actions, and caps distributed among the children. The organizations receiving support from the event were CasMarie Meeting Center for Persons with Dementia and Neighborhood Center (CdB) Savaneta.
Throughout the day, there were demonstrations on land and water, each with two demonstrations, simulating different scenarios. In addition to the demonstrations, there was live music, while the market and food kiosks offered visitors delicious items and souvenirs to take home.
The success of the Open Day at the Marine Barracks is thanks to the efforts of everyone involved and the enthusiastic participation of the public. The event not only contributed to raising awareness about the work of Defense and Emergency services but also provided valuable support to two charitable causes. Until next year on May 1st, 2025!
