Navy For Moms2024-03-28T20:01:32ZB'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet)https://navyformoms.ning.com/profile/Bsnukemomhttps://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1954161273?profile=RESIZE_48X48&width=48&height=48&crop=1%3A1https://navyformoms.ning.com/group/pir12212012/forum/topic/listForContributor?groupUrl=pir12212012&user=23l268xs5nj6k&feed=yes&xn_auth=noOne Year Later - Where are they now??tag:navyformoms.ning.com,2013-12-20:1971797:Topic:83683682013-12-20T21:44:25.901ZB'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet)https://navyformoms.ning.com/profile/Bsnukemom
<p>Hi Everyone - can't believe that one year ago we were at PIR!!! What is everyone up to now and where is your sailor?</p>
<p>Hi Everyone - can't believe that one year ago we were at PIR!!! What is everyone up to now and where is your sailor?</p> MAPS of RTC/Metra Parking Maptag:navyformoms.ning.com,2012-12-18:1971797:Topic:75271582012-12-18T20:13:24.096ZB'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet)https://navyformoms.ning.com/profile/Bsnukemom
<p><b><u>Great Lakes RTC Maps</u></b></p>
<p><strong>If you have to park outside RTC:</strong></p>
<p>Right outside RTC, on OHIO street, is parking for the Metra. It is not a huge lot but I never saw it full and I was there Tuesday through Sunday Memorial Day weekend of 2011. You do have to pay for parking in the Metra lot though. I think it was 2 or 4 dollars....don't quote me on that one...but it was not expensive. The Metra spaces are numbered. Just park, remember the number and then the pay…</p>
<p><b><u>Great Lakes RTC Maps</u></b></p>
<p><strong>If you have to park outside RTC:</strong></p>
<p>Right outside RTC, on OHIO street, is parking for the Metra. It is not a huge lot but I never saw it full and I was there Tuesday through Sunday Memorial Day weekend of 2011. You do have to pay for parking in the Metra lot though. I think it was 2 or 4 dollars....don't quote me on that one...but it was not expensive. The Metra spaces are numbered. Just park, remember the number and then the pay box is just to the left from where you first enter the lot. It didn't say too but I left my ticket in the car on the dash. ( I was checking out the Metra for a possible trip into Chicago. You board the Metra on the OTHER side of the tracks and there is NO parking over there. You have to park, walk down the block around the corner and up the stairs to the other side.)</p>
<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1797851005?profile=original" target="_self"><img class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1797851005?profile=original" width="446"/></a></p>
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<p>See where it says Buckley Road and then you turn into RTC? This turn is OHIO. Then see Gate 8 with the red dot? This is the gate to enter for PIR. If you continue past Gate 8 <b><u>on OHIO</u></b> you will head straight into the Metra parking lot</p>
<p>Just an FYI for everyone. I went to PIR May of this year. We were directed to park behind Midway Hall (where the black grid marks are beside the green building), NOT across the way where it says "Parking Lot Graduation". Actually it goes…Parking structure, Visitors Center (USS YORKTOWN), which leads into Midway Hall.</p>
<p>We DID return our Sailor to that parking lot across the way on the first night. All days after that I was always directed to the parking structure behind Midway Hall. I had to park and walk across (it's a walk) to get my Sailor from the NEX. (Visitors are not allowed past the Chapel). The Street that the NEX and the Chapel Parking are on is Illinois. There is a gate there off of Buckley as well. I believe it is Gate 6. Your Sailor will be instructed on what to do so follow there lead. Usually it is Gate 8 for returns, but that can change at any time.</p>
<p><strong>Here is a full view of RTC:</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1797850984?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="750" class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1797850984?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" width="750"/></a></p>
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<p>Just click either picture and it will open into a new page...then you can zoom in.</p>
<p><strong>The top of the map is West.</strong></p>
<p>RTC consists of Three Camps: <strong>Camp Moffat, Camp Porter and Camp John Paul Jones</strong>:</p>
<p>The recruit training base in Great Lakes consist of 3 separate properties, Camp Porter, Camp John Paul Jones and Camp Moffett. (See the box to the bottom right of the Map for an explanation of Camp Porter and Camp Moffets locations) Camp John Paul Jones is located at the top of the Map where you see most of the Ships listed.</p>
<p>~ Camp Moffett is the main in-processing area. This is where the recruits will arrive.</p>
<p>~ Camp Porter is the main recruit training area where most of the training is taken place.</p>
<p>~ Capt John Paul Jones is mainly for housing of the recruits. (Courtesy NavyDEP.com)</p>
<p>Here is a link to a Powerpoint by Craig (retired Navy on here and runs NavyDEP.com)</p>
<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1797851045?profile=original" target="_blank">Aerial_View_of_Camp_John_Paul_Jones.pdf</a></p>
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<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>METRA PARKING MAP</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1798254119?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="500" class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1798254119?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" width="500"/></a></strong></span></p>
<p> </p> MARLINESPIKEtag:navyformoms.ning.com,2012-12-01:1971797:Topic:74989402012-12-01T21:40:04.199ZB'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet)https://navyformoms.ning.com/profile/Bsnukemom
<p>First, what is a <strong>Marlinespike (or Marlinspike)</strong>?</p>
<p>This is what I found on <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Wikipedia</span>. You can also web search the term and lots of sites come up!</p>
<p>Well...it's actually a tool. The marlin spike. This is a pic of one:</p>
<p><a class="image" href="http://www.navyformoms.com/wiki/File:Marlingspike.JPG" rel="nofollow"><img alt="" class="thumbimage" height="120" src="http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/7/75/Marlingspike.JPG/220px-Marlingspike.JPG" width="220"></img></a></p>
<p>"<em>A typical marlinspike with a…</em></p>
<p>First, what is a <strong>Marlinespike (or Marlinspike)</strong>?</p>
<p>This is what I found on <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Wikipedia</span>. You can also web search the term and lots of sites come up!</p>
<p>Well...it's actually a tool. The marlin spike. This is a pic of one:</p>
<p><a class="image" href="http://www.navyformoms.com/wiki/File:Marlingspike.JPG" rel="nofollow"><img class="thumbimage" alt="" src="http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/7/75/Marlingspike.JPG/220px-Marlingspike.JPG" width="220" height="120"/></a></p>
<p>"<em>A typical marlinspike with a <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lanyard</a></em><a title="Lanyard" href="http://www.navyformoms.com/wiki/Lanyard" rel="nofollow"></a>".</p>
<p><a class="image" href="http://www.navyformoms.com/wiki/File:Marlinespike-hitch-ABOK-2030.jpg" rel="nofollow"><img class="thumbimage" alt="" src="http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b6/Marlinespike-hitch-ABOK-2030.jpg/220px-Marlinespike-hitch-ABOK-2030.jpg" width="220" height="143"/></a></p>
<p><em>"Another style of marlinspike with an integral <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank">shackle</a> key. This one is shown with a <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank">marlinspike hitch</a> attached."</em></p>
<p><em>"<a rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sailors</a> who become quite proficient at knot tying, <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank">sewing</a>, and use of the marlinspike can be known as marlin spikes, or marlin spike seamen. The body of knowledge that includes knotting and splicing is called marlinespike seamanship."</em></p>
<p><em>"The word marlinspike comes from the verb "to marl", which refers to the practice of "marling", or winding small diameter twine called marline onto larger ropes.<sup id="cite_ref-0" class="reference"><a href="http://www.navyformoms.com/group/pir07062012/forum/topics/marlinespike#cite_note-0" rel="nofollow"><span>[</span>1<span>]</span></a></sup> The fish <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank">marlin</a> is named after the marlinspike.<sup id="cite_ref-1" class="reference"><a href="http://www.navyformoms.com/group/pir07062012/forum/topics/marlinespike#cite_note-1" rel="nofollow"><span>[</span>2<span>]</span></a></sup>"</em></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Wikipedia, May 25 2012</span></p>
<p>...on to the Training Ship the USS MARLINESPIKE...</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">From RTC website</span></strong>:</p>
<p><b>Marlinespike Basic Seamanship Phase</b></p>
<p>"I wish to have no connection with any ship that does not sail fast; for I intend to go in harm's way." -- John Paul Jones</p>
<p>One of the most physically challenging and motivating events in your training calendar is Basic Seamanship. You will start with the basics of line handling and shipboard watch standing. Don't relax, your training will move quickly. By the end of the third day you will be tested on getting the USS MARLINESPIKE (simulated training ship) underway and back to port safely as a team. Successful completion of this vigorous training will put you one step closer to the final hurdle "Battle Stations."</p>
<p>Are you Sea Worthy?</p>
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<p>Also and older Boot Camp video with a brief portion (They have new ones and that is the one I post...but I like the old ones too...maybe I'll post both from now on).</p>
<p>Start at min 7:13 - 7:58</p>
<p><iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/Qd7_yp0Hkwc?wmode=opaque" frameborder="0"></iframe>
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<p><img class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1797796829?profile=original" width="690"/></p>
<p><img class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1797796836?profile=original" width="720"/></p>
<p><img class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1797797381?profile=original" width="720"/></p>
<p>(Photos courtesy NavyDEP.com and Craig)</p>
<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1798254082?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="400" class="align-left" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1798254082?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="400"/></a><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1798254161?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="400" class="align-right" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1798254161?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="400"/></a><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1798254167?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="400" class="align-left" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1798254167?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="400"/></a><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1798254256?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="400" class="align-right" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1798254256?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="400"/></a><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1798254238?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="400" class="align-left" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1798254238?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="400"/></a><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1798254776?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="400" class="align-right" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1798254776?profile=RESIZE_480x480" width="400"/></a></p> Dress code for family at PIRtag:navyformoms.ning.com,2012-11-26:1971797:Topic:74903102012-11-26T22:45:05.559ZB'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet)https://navyformoms.ning.com/profile/Bsnukemom
<p>I would like to know what we should wear for PIR? (work with me here, I am trying to get my husband and younger son to wear their suits!)</p>
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<p>Please let me know what is appropriate attire.</p>
<p></p>
<p>Thank you,</p>
<p></p>
<p>Lise</p>
<p>I would like to know what we should wear for PIR? (work with me here, I am trying to get my husband and younger son to wear their suits!)</p>
<p></p>
<p>Please let me know what is appropriate attire.</p>
<p></p>
<p>Thank you,</p>
<p></p>
<p>Lise</p> ^^^^^Rides from the airports to Great Lakes^^^^^tag:navyformoms.ning.com,2012-11-26:1971797:Topic:74884892012-11-26T00:56:18.052ZB'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet)https://navyformoms.ning.com/profile/Bsnukemom
<p>Please post below:</p>
<p></p>
<p>What airport you will be arriving at</p>
<p>What day/time</p>
<p>If you are looking to share one of Sarge's cabs (cheaper for all)</p>
<p>If you are renting a car but have room to take others to GL</p>
<p>Hotel</p>
<p></p>
<p>Especially for those traveling alone. It would be nice to meet up with others to ride to GL....for safety sake and to save money!</p>
<p></p>
<p>Please post below:</p>
<p></p>
<p>What airport you will be arriving at</p>
<p>What day/time</p>
<p>If you are looking to share one of Sarge's cabs (cheaper for all)</p>
<p>If you are renting a car but have room to take others to GL</p>
<p>Hotel</p>
<p></p>
<p>Especially for those traveling alone. It would be nice to meet up with others to ride to GL....for safety sake and to save money!</p>
<p></p> ACCESS LIST for PIRtag:navyformoms.ning.com,2012-11-25:1971797:Topic:74882492012-11-25T22:02:22.830ZB'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet)https://navyformoms.ning.com/profile/Bsnukemom
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>ACCESS LIST for PIR</strong></span></p>
<p><strong>The Nov 30th PIR</strong> is having a change in policy because of the <strong>size</strong> of the PIR...15 Divisions. <span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>ALL GUESTS</strong></span>, including Active Duty/Retired Military and those guests ages 3 and up, <em>must</em> be on the Access List for entry to PIR. Those NOT on the Access List will not be allowed entry to PIR and there is NO…</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>ACCESS LIST for PIR</strong></span></p>
<p><strong>The Nov 30th PIR</strong> is having a change in policy because of the <strong>size</strong> of the PIR...15 Divisions. <span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>ALL GUESTS</strong></span>, including Active Duty/Retired Military and those guests ages 3 and up, <em>must</em> be on the Access List for entry to PIR. Those NOT on the Access List will not be allowed entry to PIR and there is NO standby list.</p>
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<p><em>The <strong>No Standby's</strong> (Extra Guests above the four maximum on the Access List) actually began at the 10/19 or 10/26 PIR. <strong>So, this will apply to your PIR as well.</strong></em></p>
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<p><strong><em>So the below <span style="text-decoration: underline;">policy for the Access List</span></em> still <em>applies to your PIR and the 12/21 PIR: (From RTC Website FAQ's, Last Modified 11/15/2012)</em></strong></p>
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<p><em>Recruits are permitted to place up to four names on the access list. Please coordinate with your Recruit as only Recruits may place names on the list. RTC can neither change these names nor release the names of those on the list. <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Children age 12 and younger do not need to be listed on the access list and will</span> <span style="text-decoration: underline;">not count toward the maximum number of guests.</span> <b>Active Duty and Retired military personnel will not count toward the maximum number of guests</b> and do not need to be listed on the access list, but must present a valid Active Duty/Retired military ID card. All guests 18 years and older, must present valid government issued photo identification (driver’s license, state ID card, passport, military ID card). Guests 17 years or younger who do not possess one the items listed above must present one of the following: school ID card, driver’s permit, copy of their birth certificate or social security card. <b>PLEASE DO NOT CALL FOR ADDITIONAL SEATS.</b></em></p>
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<p><strong>THEN they have stated the NEW POLICY CHANGE that will take effect <em>after</em> Jan 1, 2013 on their Website: (From RTC Website Upcoming Graduation Page, <em>Last Modified 11/19/2012</em> )</strong></p>
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<p><span style="color: #ff0000;"><em><span class="red">The following RTC policy will be enforced for all graduations <strong>beginning</strong> with the <strong>January 4th, 2013 PIR.</strong> ALL GUESTS, including Active Duty/Retired Military Personnel, and those aged three and older MUST be on the access list. (Please note: Children two and under do not need to be on the access list.)</span></em></span></p> First Phone Calltag:navyformoms.ning.com,2012-11-15:1971797:Topic:74722822012-11-15T23:32:48.077ZB'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet)https://navyformoms.ning.com/profile/Bsnukemom
<p>My boyfriend is on Ship 11, Division 32. I received the phone call today! I really would have never thought that hearing his voice would make me so nervous, happy and sad all at the same time! He is really sick, and got put on medical leave for 2 days. No marching or PT for him! I haven't received a letter this week, but he did say that he sent mail on Sunday, so I'm sure it will arrive soon! He said things were getting a little better, but it is still hard to be away from home. :'( We also…</p>
<p>My boyfriend is on Ship 11, Division 32. I received the phone call today! I really would have never thought that hearing his voice would make me so nervous, happy and sad all at the same time! He is really sick, and got put on medical leave for 2 days. No marching or PT for him! I haven't received a letter this week, but he did say that he sent mail on Sunday, so I'm sure it will arrive soon! He said things were getting a little better, but it is still hard to be away from home. :'( We also got information on Christmas leave,although I didn't follow what he was saying very well, so I hope he writes a little more detail about it. I hope you all got a call from your loved ones, and I hope things are going well for them! :)</p> ^^^^^BATTLESTATIONS: THEIR FINAL TEST ! ^^^^^tag:navyformoms.ning.com,2012-11-13:1971797:Topic:74674032012-11-13T17:16:45.246ZB'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet)https://navyformoms.ning.com/profile/Bsnukemom
<p>This is their final test and then they are sailors! Please click on the link below for more info:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.navyformoms.com/group/pir562011/forum/topics/battlestations-123">http://www.navyformoms.com/group/pir562011/forum/topics/battlestations-123</a></p>
<p>HOOYAH!</p>
<p>diannep</p>
<p>BATTLESTATIONS SCHEDULE (posted after completion)</p>
<p>S/M 12/16-12/17 031/032/803</p>
<p>M/T 12/17-12/18 033-036</p>
<p>T/W 12/18-12/19 037/038/904/905</p>
<p>This is their final test and then they are sailors! Please click on the link below for more info:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.navyformoms.com/group/pir562011/forum/topics/battlestations-123">http://www.navyformoms.com/group/pir562011/forum/topics/battlestations-123</a></p>
<p>HOOYAH!</p>
<p>diannep</p>
<p>BATTLESTATIONS SCHEDULE (posted after completion)</p>
<p>S/M 12/16-12/17 031/032/803</p>
<p>M/T 12/17-12/18 033-036</p>
<p>T/W 12/18-12/19 037/038/904/905</p> Phone Callstag:navyformoms.ning.com,2012-11-12:1971797:Topic:74656972012-11-12T20:22:56.132ZB'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet)https://navyformoms.ning.com/profile/Bsnukemom
<p>Got our first letters and now waiting for that first phone call. Has anyone else gotten letters or calls yet?</p>
<p>Got our first letters and now waiting for that first phone call. Has anyone else gotten letters or calls yet?</p> Mom of Div 803-Ship 04tag:navyformoms.ning.com,2012-11-09:1971797:Topic:74585872012-11-09T12:54:01.328ZB'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet)https://navyformoms.ning.com/profile/Bsnukemom
<p>Was a good week this week...we received our first letter from our Son and also received the 20 sec. phone call regarding the change in graduation date. So happy to hear his voice. We pray for him and all the others every day. He is going for EOD and I was glad to be introduced to this group! Stay positive everyone...be strong for our sons and the difference they are making every day!</p>
<p>Was a good week this week...we received our first letter from our Son and also received the 20 sec. phone call regarding the change in graduation date. So happy to hear his voice. We pray for him and all the others every day. He is going for EOD and I was glad to be introduced to this group! Stay positive everyone...be strong for our sons and the difference they are making every day!</p>