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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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**UPDATE as of 11/10/2022 PIR vaccination is no longer required.
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November 2010 Boot Camp
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New moms providing support along the way for their son/daughter starting boot camp in Nov 2010
Members: 51
Latest Activity: Nov 18, 2011
Discussion Forum
Welcome to boot camp - FAQ
Started by Arwen. Last reply by Barn Godess Feb 22, 2011. 4 Replies 14 Likes
Welcome to boot camp. Here's a few things that may help you out in the first few weeks.How will I know that my recruit has arrived safely?You will get a very short (5-10 second) call from your…Continue
DIV 045
Started by sammilynn|DEP|BC 20101116|. Last reply by Tamme Dec 14, 2010. 1 Reply 0 Likes
So I was just medically discharged from the navy and I was wanting to see what all moms here has sons and daughters in div 045. Also if you have any questions about the division I will try to answer…Continue
Adopt a Sailor for Christmas
Started by GarettsMom. Last reply by NS Dec 11, 2010. 1 Reply 0 Likes
My son just called and asked if I received his letter for the Adopt a Sailor day? I have yet to receive it and I was wondering if anyone knew the line or could email me the application to send in.…Continue
What is an AO actually do?
Started by Cat(Mom of an AO). Last reply by Proud AO Mom Dec 10, 2010. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Aviation ordnancemen are aircraft armament (weapons) specialists in charge of storing, servicing, inspecting and handling of all types of weapons and ammunition carried on Navy aircraft. These…Continue
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Comment by NS on November 15, 2010 at 6:28pm
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Yayy!!! Got my letter today with his PIR info & his address!!! He wrote a little message on it too. Soo happy I started to cry when I saw his last name on the envelope sticking out the top of my mailbox! =] =]
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Comment by Lynne on November 15, 2010 at 2:27pm
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Ash...It takes a little bit for the paycheck to catch up with them...the first bank statement I saw had the great big balance of zero...lol, but then it did catch up and remember there is a lot of things that come out at first, they get a clothing allowance, but that does NOT cover the full cost of what they need, they also are given a 300.00 advance to the NEX to cover toiletries and other things they may need...so the first paycheck is rather ugly if I may say so...lol!!
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Comment by Tamme on November 15, 2010 at 11:09am
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Redsmomtx - call the recruiter. He gets it a couple of days after they leave, much earlier than the letter.
My son also left yesterday and is at MEPS today from Columbia, SC. I thought it would be easier the second time, but it wasn't. I was so depressed all day and so thank God that I could be back at work today. I think Willie is ready though. It doesn't help he is the last one to cause an empty nest. We went to Mass together before taking him and sat with his arm around me. I didn't want it to end. Keeping all of you on my mind and in my prayers.
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Comment by Alysia-Redsmom (VQ-4/ATO) on November 14, 2010 at 10:35pm
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Patti ~ so glad you got a call from your son.. Kuddos to him for job well done! I am anxiously waiting for a phone call from my SR but would love to get the package with all the info especially his mailing address.
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PIR date shouldn't be moved back. They don't get the full day off for the Holidays. I believe they just get 5 hours off in the morning (as they do on Sundays as well) and get a nice meal. Not 100% sure on that but I know they do not get the day off... they train everyday while they are there. Can anyone clarify what goes on at RTC on Thanksgiving, Christmas and also New Years? I doubt they get anything special for New Years but who knows. My boyfriend will be there for all three holidays but can't wait til PIR!
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Comment by AshJewell on November 14, 2010 at 9:08pm
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My husband went to GL on 11/9/10, but that doesnt actually mean his 9 weeks starts from that day right? Could his PIR be moved back due to the holiday's? and could he be waiting for his division to fill? He's only been gone 5 days, so I should expect his form letter this upcoming week? or next? and should his paycheck get deposited Dec.1st or 15th? Help )=
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Comment by patti (ship 12 Div 037) on November 14, 2010 at 3:55pm
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new horizonsship - doing OK ~ just got a phone call from my son, he got a reward for doning a good job last night such a great surprise!
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Thanks!! I write it at the end of every letter I've written him so far! =] It's something he said to me before he left for RTC!
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wishin every1 a blessed day especially SR-RLS @ BC and many more to come!
Patti ~ Houston (Jersey Village area). Hopefully are SRs will have the same PIR and possibly the same ship/division. Will keep you posted and let you know once the 'letter' arrives.
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Comment by D~W~G on November 14, 2010 at 12:31pm
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Lynne, I just love to follow what you write, it is so comforting. Hi Ladies well wishes to all. I think alot of you will be in the PIR 1-7-11 group right? Can't wait to meet you all. Love your heading NS - "We are never apart where ever in the world you are..." So true
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