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All Hands Magazine's full length documentary "Making a Sailor": This video follows four recruits through Boot Camp in the spring of 2018 who were assigned to DIV 229, an integrated division, which had PIR on 05/25/2018.
Boot Camp: Making a Sailor (Full Length Documentary - 2018)
Boot Camp: Behind the Scenes at RTC
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OPSEC - Navy Operations Security
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DO be smart, use your head, always think OPSEC when using texts, email, phone, and social media, and watch this video: "Importance of Navy OPSEC."
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Norfolk Sailors - Family & Friends
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For families and friends of Sailors who are stationed at Norfolk; for either Sea Duty or Shore Duty Sailors. Just make sure to keep OPSEC issues in mind and not disclose ship movements in advance.
Members: 1316
Latest Activity: Jan 13
RED CROSS CONTACT INFO:
In the event of an emergency within the sailor’s family, where you feel the sailor must be notified and considered for Emergency Leave, you must notify the American Red Cross through the national headquarters in Washington, DC (1-877-272-7337) or via their website www.redcross.org.
Discussion Forum
Norfolk Navy Lodge info, base tours, plus what to see and do in the area
Started by Marcy ~ Corpsman Mom. Last reply by Shanny Aug 12, 2022. 28 Replies 0 Likes
"Navy Lodge Norfolk" - Information, rates and photos
Started by Marcy ~ Corpsman Mom. Last reply by Chipmunk Sep 30, 2019. 16 Replies 1 Like
Barracks?
Started by SJWit. Last reply by B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet) Sep 17, 2019. 9 Replies 2 Likes
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Comment by Devonson on September 29, 2022 at 3:12pm
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Chipmunk--thank you for the link. We will be watching closely.
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Comment by Chipmunk on September 29, 2022 at 12:54pm
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Devonson - Here is a twitter update link for Hampton Roads - 511 Hampton Roads (@511hamptonroads) / Twitter
Hampton Roads Tunnels and Bridges - Travel | Virginia Department of... on this page they have Call 511 or 866-My-511-Va for the latest on bridge and tunnel status.
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Comment by Shanny on September 29, 2022 at 12:35pm
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Devonson: they closed the tunnels and bridges last year for a tropical storm that went through. My son was ordered to the ship before it hit because he lived on the Hampton side of the tunnel.
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We are headed down to see our Sailor. I was wondering if anyone knows if they close the tunnel for gale warnings and flooding?
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I came across this site https://warshipcam.com when someone had posted a screen shot of a picture from it when my son's ship came into port yesterday.
It is a Twitter account and I do not have one, but you can see some of the pictures before they make you sign in. I know we do not have any other webcam at Norfolk, so figured I would share this.
Many families go to Fort Monroe Beach to watch the ships come in. If you are on your private FB pages, some of the families will post their pictures for your sailor's ship as it is coming into port.
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When my son moved on with his roommate in Hampton, their ship was in Newport News at the shipyards. So his drive was 7 minutes on a good day. 10 on a longer day. His drive now to Norfolk is 30 minutes on a good day but has been over an hour on a bad day-car accident in the tunnel
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Proud AG Mama - You are just fine. I should have been in bed a lot earlier last night, but I do not view my N4M on a phone, so that was my earliest opportunity to reply to your question, once I was able to check the site on my computer.
I saw your friend request on this site, and I accepted, as well as I sent you a private message.
There are benefits to being on the same side of the bridge as your ship. If it is in the yards, the Hampton side is closer, but if in dock the Norfolk side works best.
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Chipmunk - sorry for the slow response. We go to bed here early. I passed on your info, thank you. My Sailor is familiar with Pinewood from his last time out. He is interested in New Hampton Commons, but a little unsure because of location being on other side of bridge. I greatly appreciate your info.
How do I friend request? Through FB or is that a thing on this site as well?
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Proud AG Mama - if you would like more information, send me a friend request. I will do my best to get back with you before tomorrow evening.
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Proud AG Mama - the Pinewood Gardens Apartments - Contact Us are on the Norfolk, VA side of things.
Within walking distance of some grocery stores, however Little Creek RD is very busy, but there are several apartment units so good walking, jogging area, pool & fitness center.
If more than one person is on the lease, they both have to sign and the same for renewals.
Northwoodsmom - The BAH helps to offset the housing - Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) (dod.mil) - expenses.
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