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Depper as of Jan. 5th
Hi all,
Son joined Jan. 5th and is in DEP. He is super excited but doesn't leave until Aug. 23rd. Does anyone know what type of expectations his recruiter will have for him over the next months. They have him call in on Monday's and they do PT weekly. Anything else he should expect or prepare for?
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Permalink Reply by lemonelephant on
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You'll also want to join the group, DEP-Leavin for bootcamp in August. Be sure to check out the discussion, Things to Do in the Last Month before Your Future Sailor Leaves for.... It has some suggestions.
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Permalink Reply by Ejsmom on
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I would say that he should have received or will receive a book that has everything he needs to do. Super helpful if they not only meet these expectations but exceed them i.e. Physical requirements. Know how to swim well. Memorize all the things that it asks you to learn ranks etc. It will only make boot camp that much easier. Best wishes!
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Permalink Reply by CB'sMom DIV 186 PIR 5/30 on
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Make sure he stays out of trouble or he will lose his contract.
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Permalink Reply by Bchgrl68 on
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My daughter signed the 14th. Now she's having the normal second thoughts that come from committing the next 8 years of your life to the unknown. She certainly has a lot to think through before August. Having a Marine Vet for a dad helps, but she would like to know if any of you have had similar with your own children.
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Permalink Reply by OGThuggyPanda on
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Hi Bchgrl68,
Although my son is not having second thoughts, we have been in the recruiter's office a couple times when other deppers have come in and are thinking of changing their minds. From what we have heard it usually involves a relationship they do not want to leave, boyfriend or girlfriend. Is there a specific reason she is hesitating?
My son did quite a bit of research and had a very clear understanding of why he wanted to join the Navy. He studied and prepared and was able to pass the appropriate test needed to qualify for the job he wanted and did receive that job. He also is committed for 8 years. One way he sees it is like this: even if the worst possible things happen (not likely) and it is just terrible, he will still only be 24 when he gets out and at that point will be more mature, have a bit of savings, including a big Navy bonus for his job, and a paid college education if he chooses to go to school.
He plans on doing as much traveling as possible in his job and coming out with some skills that can be transferred to civilian life.
There obviously is good and bad with joining. Being away from home, not seeing family and friends, etc...but he is just focusing on all the good to come.
If she would like to talk to him, I am sure he would love to.
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No attachments other than family.
She's better today. I am glad she's seriously thinking it through. It took me about 3 weeks for the full reality of her being gone for "good" in August to get throughand it was rough!
I'll pass on the information about your son. I really don't know if she'd want to or not.
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Permalink Reply by TexGal75 on
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My son was a DEP recruit as well. He had to call on Monday’s, and report to the recruiting station on the 1st and 3rd Monday’s of th month. They do PT, teaching them to march, stand at attention, recognize rank, etc. With the new physical requirements, make sure he can do the initial run in the allotted time. Watch nutrition, weight/waist size, don’t get hurt or in trouble. Maybe have him practice a 5 min shower (mine loves long showers so he hates the part). Best of luck!
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TexGal75, I left info for you on your My Page.
BTW, always check the date of a discussion and the last reply before replying.
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