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Boot Camp: Making a Sailor (Full Length Documentary - 2018)
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**UPDATE 4/26/2022** Effective with the May 6, 2022 PIR 4 guests will be allowed. Still must be fully vaccinated to attend.
**UPDATE as of 11/10/2022 PIR vaccination is no longer required.
**UPDATE 7/29/2021** You now must be fully vaccinated in order to attend PIR:
In light of observed changes and impact of the Coronavirus Delta Variant and out of an abundance of caution for our recruits, Sailors, staff, and guests, Recruit Training Command is restricting Pass-in-Review (recruit graduation) to ONLY fully immunized guests (14-days post final COVID vaccination dose).
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**UPDATE 8/25/2022 - MASK MANDATE IS LIFTED. Vaccinations still required.
**UPDATE 11/10/22 PIR - Vaccinations no longer required.
RESUMING LIVE PIR - 8/13/2021
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Dive school graduation
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Comment by mommasheep on August 27, 2010 at 10:28pm
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I don't plan on getting rid of too much will pack it away and then someday make him take it to his attic like my mom did me!! lol I just didn't want to pack up clothes that he would need and then have to go through them again. But if he gets to come home to do it with me....I will do anything for that. Not counting on it though. Just gonna be happy with whatever the Navy allows. I have been hangning on to a letter a week now so I know when I can at least hear from him I will be a much happier momma! Thanks all!
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Comment by smtblnde(ship4Div814) on August 27, 2010 at 6:50am
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My son was in GL for about 2 to 3 weeks before dive prep started, then it was about 3 weeks of prep. He graduated from BC on 6/24 and was home for his visit the first week in August.
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Thanks so much for the info. smtbinde! I won't count on anything! :) Have learned that over the last few weeks. Your info. helped me a lot in considering what to do in his room. He is a pack rat so I am going to clean out some things, but will save his favorite clothes.:)
How long was your son in dive prep? I have heard it varies. So glad to have you pros to answer the newbie questions!
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Hey Mommasheep ~ After he moves "across the street" for dive prep, he'll be able to wear civies on weekends during liberty (after the 1st week). When he hits PC, he can wear civies whenever he's not on duty. My son is 1/2 way through dive school now. He has several pairs of shorts and shirts with him. He didn't bring any dress clothes down with him though. You won't be able to leave anything with him after bc graduation, he'll have to have it shipped to him once he moves across the street.
My son was actually able to come home for 4 days in between dive prep and dive school, so we were able to pack an extra bag for him to take on the plane with him. I wouldn't count on that happening, but it might. Good Luck to you and your son!! It's an exciting adventure for both of you!!
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Hi I have a question concerning my son's next steps after boot camp. I know he will stay in GL for dive prep and if he makes it through that will go on to Panama City, Fl for Dive School. So, my question is...what kind of civilian clothes will he need down there? I am working on getting his mess of a room cleaned up...couldn't do it right away when he left for boot camp. :( I am assuming which is probably not good, that in dive prep he won't be wearing civilian clothes??? I am just attempting to be prepared. Thanks for any help and/or advice you all can give me. Thanks!!
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Tim, that's funny that your son thought the pool hits were fun. That's exactly what my son said last night. I said it sounded stressful and he said, "No, it's actually kind of fun!" I'm so glad that he's enjoying his training. :)
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Hi Guys ~ My son just started pool week at Dive School. He passed his bay swims this morning and his soft hits. Messed up on moderate hits... He'll be back in the pool first thing in the morning. :)
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Comment by Patty Kakes on August 4, 2010 at 1:53pm
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Oh, Tim, thank you so much! I am so proud of my son, and reading your post left me feeling "comfortable" for the first time in a few weeks. Big sigh of relief, and maybe even some evidence of a smile on my face, instead of a worried grimace. Thank you so much! You gave me the strength I needed today!
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Patty ~ My son just graduated from dive prep last Friday. He was home for the weekend and just flew out this morning. Dive prep was very difficult, both physically and emotionally. He made it through and is very, very proud of his accomplishments so far. He's feeling a little apprehensive about dive school, but is really looking forward to the challenge. Good Luck to your son!! Tell him to take each day as it comes and not to worry about tomorrow. :)
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Comment by noelep on August 4, 2010 at 12:58am
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Patty - My son graduated last week. He and about 15 other EOD guys moved across the street today. My son was given a date of early Sept. for his next movement. If you look on the Navy Diver and Slavage Website it shows the dates when each class begins and ends. To fill time, my son was told he would be taking an electronics course as well as attending the 3 week dive prep course, which is supposed ot be pretty tough. I will keep you updated on his progress so you know what to expect.
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