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ALUMNI OF PIR 04/11/2014 TG 22 - 9 Divisions (135-142, and 922)
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This group is for those who have loved ones that graduated from boot camp on April 11, 2014. A place to keep in touch with each other as the sailors continue their Navy journey.
Location: Great Lakes, IL
Members: 87
Latest Activity: Mar 28, 2018
WELCOME to PIR 04/11/2014! PLEASE See the PAGES section for Informational Posts about BC and PIR. PAGES is underneath the Members Photos. PLEASE scroll down this page here to find the Comment Box to post a reply to the PIR GROUP.
~OPSEC OPerational SECurity, is always of the utmost importance.
~N4M’s also has Community Guidelines just like any other social media.
~Please take the time to read the OPSEC and N4M’s Community Guidelines.
~A quick note here, from the N4M’s CG’s:
• Don’t Jeopardize the Safety of Our Sailors: Remember OPSEC (Operational Security) (Don’t Sink Ships With Loose Lips) This site and all content posted on it are viewable to everyone on the Internet. This doesn’t mean you can’t share things about your Sailor – but too many details can put Sailors in harm’s way. The following are examples of red flags and should not be shared within this community either by posting or sending via a Group message:
• Sailors’ last names. This includes your username if you share the same last name as your son or daughter.
Some Suggestions:
~If your last name is different from your Recruits it is still not recommended for you to use in your username for your own personal security. This is your option. It is also not a good idea to use an email address as your username for personal security reasons.
~First Names and pictures of your Recruit are allowed but remember, everyone can see it and someone can easily match them up with their "mom". So you might want to consider changing your profile picture to not include your Recruit at least for the duration of BC. Again, your option
~It is also a good idea to make your settings for your Profile Page "viewable only to your friends"
Discussion Forum
Basket Raffle at Sarges Meet and Greet for PIR 04/11
Started by StacyLHR (14/136). Last reply by ARD0605 Apr 16, 2014. 64 Replies 4 Likes
Ship 14 (USS Arizona) Divisions 135 and 136 (Brother Divisions)
Started by ellen0502. Last reply by StacyLHR (14/136) Apr 15, 2014. 134 Replies 3 Likes
Ship 02 (USS Reuben James) Division 922
Started by ellen0502. Last reply by boconavymom Apr 13, 2014. 10 Replies 0 Likes
Ship 09 (USS John F Kennedy) Divisions 139 and 140 (Brother Divisions)
Started by ellen0502. Last reply by Do's support(S09Div139) Apr 11, 2014. 131 Replies 5 Likes
Ship 11 (USS Kearsarge) Divisons 141 and 142 (Brother Divisions)
Started by ellen0502. Last reply by shannon Apr 6, 2014. 57 Replies 1 Like
Ship 03 (USS Hopper) Divisions137 and 138 (Brother Divisions)
Started by ellen0502. Last reply by DonnaG Apr 5, 2014. 26 Replies 4 Likes
PERTINENT PIR TIPS!
Started by CatMom509. Last reply by CatMom509 Apr 2, 2014. 12 Replies 4 Likes
^^^^BATTLESTATIONS: THEIR FINAL TEST ! ^^^^
Started by diannep. Last reply by ellen0502 Apr 2, 2014. 12 Replies 2 Likes
Ship 02 USS Reuben James Div 922
Started by Proud mom of Victor. Last reply by ellen0502 Apr 2, 2014. 1 Reply 0 Likes
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Comment by shamrock99 on February 24, 2014 at 2:13pm
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Hello Ladies, Although not a mom, I am a proud dad with my son @ BC, i just got word he is Ship 9 Division 139. Looking forward to going out in april and seeing him. I am already writing letters and going to pace myself sending them out so he has something to read every few days.
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Comment by JRH (ship 3 Div 137) on February 24, 2014 at 11:22am
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Airplane tickets are booked!!! I am flying southwest into Milwaukee because you have 2 free checked bags and the date can be changed if needed!! So excited!!!!!
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Comment by diannep on February 24, 2014 at 7:58am
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Congrats on all-around good news, ARD0605!
Good Morning All !
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Comment by ARD0605 on February 23, 2014 at 9:50pm
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His dad got the letter and his girlfriend got the call. They both called to give me the good news. By all accounts he is doing fine. He likes the food and is making friendships and the letters we are sending him are getting to him. This was a good weekend.
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As far as shuttle service to PIR, Sarge picks up at most hotels and the area taxi/shuttle service does too, so most families should have that option. Navy Lodge doesn't use the local shuttle service, but Sarge picks up from there.
You are very welcome!
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Comment by StacyLHR (14/136) on February 23, 2014 at 8:12pm
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Thank you Diannep :)
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Stacy: Your 13 yr old son could remain at the hotel and watch the LiveStream of the ceremony on his computer or your hotel may be streaming it also. They do allow some onto RTC if they are younger children, elderly, or disabled....and allow them to watch PIR on the Livestream in the Chapel in that case. However, they strongly encourage all to make other arrangements if possible, but if you are uncomfortable leaving your child at the hotel, please email Brian Walsh about this at RTC:
Brian E. Walsh
Public Affairs Specialist
Recruit Training Command
Public Affairs Office
USS YORKTOWN (Bldg 7330)
Great Lakes, IL 60088
Office - (847)688-2405
Fax - (847)688-6268
Email - brian.e.walsh1@navy.mil
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PIR ahuttle vs car: We took the shuttle...It was very easy. Ours left the hotel at 6:30 a.m. and arrived at 6:40 a.m. No line at security, we were at PIR Hall by a few minutes after 7. Would do it that same way all over again...no regrets getting there early. We signed up for the time when we checked into the hotel, but for those using Sarge for PIR shuttle service, you can contact him to sign up for a time or sign up at thisMeetandGreet, held the night before PIR for you all.
No problem picking the shuttle back up in the parking lot after PIR.
Also, the shuttles bypass the L O N G car line waiting to get into RTC....that is one big advantage! The shuttles are actually taxis operating as shuttles for that morning. Ramada has its own shuttle, but please read the reviews before booking a room there (TripAdvisor). We have very mixed feedback on that hotel from PIR families.
For those who still want to drive, you will need to be in the long line early...or...here's a hint: Stay to the left on Buckley (main drag that goes by RTC)...car line will be on your right. Bypass RTC....turn around right past it and approach it from the other way. It is an easy left turn into RTC then, no waiting! We heard from a mom in the last PIR group who said that was the best advice she got and it worked great!
It is also possible to park off base, at the train station, which is right past RTC. I believe it is about 1/4-1/2 mile walk then to the RTC gate. Some do this if they are planning to take the train into Chicago right after PIR so there car is already there.
We have heard both pros and cons on both the shuttle and car, so it is up to you! Just remember that you will need the gate pass if you want to drive on base, which you will be able to download 11 days before PIR on the RTC site.
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Good question Christopher's Mom ~ im curious about that too.
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Comment by GoBlue on February 23, 2014 at 5:34pm
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StacyLHR I believe they have to stand watch at times, if he had this duty he may not have been able to call. My son only spent a few minutes on the phone cause the others were anxious to call also. He sounded upbeat, it sounds like the division is working well together as a team and doing what they have to. Hope you hear from him soon.
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