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Comment by SimplySimi23 on February 16, 2017 at 10:41pm

My SO got 4 phone calls because his division won captain's cup. I also know of some people who got a call every weekend because their sailor's division behaved very well. It definitely depends on how the division performs but you should get 3 calls at a minimum.

Comment by tatortot1107 on February 16, 2017 at 10:39pm

Michael, 

Sailors get three phone calls, "I'm here", usually a ten minute call, and the "I'm a sailor call". The timing of the ten minute call depends on the behavior and timing of other events throughout boot. They are guaranteed three calls, anything over that are earned and a privilege. 

Ani M is correct, they really have to screw up to not get phone calls. Things come up and some sailors miss call times, but usually they get to make them up later on. 

Comment by Anti M on February 16, 2017 at 9:38pm

LOL, near the NEX.  No bears!

Comment by Anti M on February 16, 2017 at 9:38pm

There usual pattern of phone calls is "I'm here", one around the third week, and the I'm a sailor call.  The third week is not a hard and fast guarantee, but they do try to get the division to the phone banks around then.  They really have to screw up not to get calls, and it is an everyone or no one thing.  They may even earn more calls, and some divisions get several.  The phone bank is bear the NEX and they can buy a calling card.  Now and then an individual will miss a call because they are at dental, or are standing a watch.  They do not get make up calls if they miss one.  The I'm a sailor call is nice and long for the most part.  

Concentrate on your letters, it takes a little while for the Mail PO to be trained, but once they are, the division can begin receiving mail around week two or three.  You may hear them ask why they aren't getting your letters, it is just that initial delay.  Mail is federal and cannot be withheld.  They are not supposed to read mail afer lights out, or write, but a few do.  Ssssh.  There are red lights on in the compartment at night, so be  sure to write in nice dark black or blue ink.  Other colors are hard to read after taps.  Again, ssssh.

Comment by Michael on February 16, 2017 at 9:29pm

That's is not 100% truth with phone calls. Phone calls are earned. When my husband was in boot camp last spring two divisions did not make there first call until week 6 because they were goofing off and falling behind. They will not reward you with phone calls if your screwing around if people in your division are screwing up its up to the others in that division to ride there asses. My husband did not call me until almost week 4 on a Wednesday and only because he needed something else mailed I got 90 seconds that was it then he called me the following Sunday and got a full 10 minutes. Phone calls are a privilege not a right as long as you behave and keep your division in check you will be rewarded.

Comment by tatortot1107 on February 16, 2017 at 8:27pm

akdell, when my fiance went through in November..we got his box about 6 days after he got to boot, the PIR letter about 10 days after and then I got his first letter about 2 weeks after he got there, and I got his first phone call 3.5 weeks after he got there and letters should get to you by wednesday or thursdays depending on where you are located. They only get to write on Sundays :) Let me know if you have any questions! 

Comment by akjanko17 on February 16, 2017 at 7:11pm

exoluxion13 my boyfriend is also at boot camp in the Great Lakes! Do you know how long it will be before they can start sending letters?

Comment by Anti M on February 10, 2017 at 11:18am

Also, while a month is a long time, check out couchsurfing too.  People just let you stay at their home for free.  I used to host travelers, but for health reasons I couldn't keep up so I quit doing it.  But check it out, even f you have to swap locations, it might be useful and fun.

Comment by Anti M on February 10, 2017 at 11:12am

While it is usually full, have him check with Navy Lodge.  Be careful of timeshare rentals, you often need to change rooms each week.  

Comment by Allison on February 10, 2017 at 8:21am

San Diego is very expensive according to our friends that just got stationed there, so I second air bnb, and don't be afraid of just renting a room with them if they're willing to let you access their kitchen. You can also ask hotels if they have a weekly rate for extended stays, but definitely make sure they have a kitchenette if you go that route.

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