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Comment by Melissa on July 9, 2014 at 12:54pm

A's Mom- jumps at RSS are at the pool using training equipment. The swimmers there learn the proper procedures for using the equipment and making rescues in the safety of the training facility. Your son won't make actual jumps (from the helo into the ocean) until he is at FRS. RSS is tough both physically and mentally, tell him to stay strong and focused - and to study!- and he will succeed. Best of luck to you both.

My son just returned from desert training in Nevada, but says they are returning for more at the end of the month. He is having a blast and loves being finished with the classroom portion of training and being with his squadron. 

My son's best friend is a Marine, and he is scheduled to leave on a 16 month South Seas deployment in a couple of weeks. Prayers are asked for all the Sailors and Marines shipping out. 

Comment by whatever on July 9, 2014 at 8:47am

I  have been following you all for a while since my son got his Rescue Swimmer contract in January. Now its 20 days till he leaves for boot camp.  I appreciate all the info you have given.  I have learned so much about the process.  Its even helped my son see how important his journey is to me since I know more about it then he does, at least for now :)  So Thankyou.

Hi to Brandon's mom welcome  when I saw your comment I was anxious to friend you since our sons will be leaving for boot camp the same day and going to Pensacola together for Rescue Swimming school.

Comment by A's Mom on July 9, 2014 at 1:10am

My son is in his 3rd week of RSS and takes his first "jump" tomorrow. Can someone please help me with details of exactly what that means? Greatly appreciated :)

Comment by Brand'sMom on July 8, 2014 at 11:06pm

My  son is leaving to bc on 7/29 then he will go to florida for a school as aviation rescue swimmer

Comment by Saltyocean on July 8, 2014 at 10:32pm

Our sailor is in San Diego and now in FRAC as an AWR. Is there a group of moms that is San Diego based for the ARS or aircrew that any of you know about?  Sound like another world there--responsibility, classes and nice weather.

Comment by TXmom on July 6, 2014 at 10:40am

My son is done with A School and will be driving from Pensacola to San Diego next week :) He was given travel expense $$. Curious if he's entitled to the entire amount or if he has to document his expenses and return the balance. Anyone know? We get to see him briefly when he passes through Houston. SO EXCITED to see and hug him again.

Comment by Jodi-alumni Ship 4 on July 3, 2014 at 8:57am

Wow, I just looked at the date and realized that 2 years ago today I was sending my boy off to bc. Now, two years later, he's in San Diego doing a job he loves. This time has really flown by faster that I thought possible. I am so proud of the  young man he has become. I know that you are all feeling the same way about your sailors. Congrats to all of them!

Comment by airmom10 on July 2, 2014 at 5:54pm

Hi All!  My husband and I just got back from visiting our son for two weeks in San Diego - It was great!!!! So much to see and do and the weather was perfect!  I see now why people love it out there.  I was sort of bummed since he didn't get to graduate from FRS while we were there, just can't seem to get that last flight in, but it should happen soon.  We stayed most of the time at the Navy Gateway and it was really nice.  There was so much to watch at the beach on the base - helicopters and planes taking off and landing, ships coming and going; we even saw a submarine come in.  Really awesome!!!  Everyone should go out there at some time because it really is impressive!

Comment by Navymom2014 on July 2, 2014 at 4:42pm

Thank you so much proudmama..this site has been so good...most of the time I have more info than him...so it feels good to be able to guide him (mother is always a mother lol)

Comment by proudmama on July 2, 2014 at 8:55am

Navymom2014- This is the right place for you! What is great about this site is that supports all Navy moms with sons or daughters in the  AIRR pipeline and out of the pipeline too! There are plenty of vet moms and even a few dads who give great insight, advice and words of comfort as our children make their way through the Navy maze. Look on this page for a post called "The Path of a Rescue Swimmer". It provides a great description of what your son will encounter. I know that there has been some talk of changes in the pipeline...but I am not sure those have been implemented. Maybe Ridegirl or A's mom (whose sons are currently in RSS) can let us know if the pipeline is different now. We look forward to hearing about your son's journey!

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