Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones)

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To everyone with a loved one at RTC or soon to be there, we say, "Welcome!" To those who are sticking around after PIR to help those who are just beginning this awesome journey, we say, "Thank you!"

**BEGINNING OCTOBER 5, 2023, RECRUIT GRADUATIONS WILL BE CONDUCTED EVERY THURSDAY (NO LONGER ON FRIDAY), EXCEPT FOR THE WEEK OF THANKSGIVING, WHEN GRADUATION IS ON WEDNESDAY.

This is a place to talk, ask questions, and share stories. It is our desire that this Group will provide the information, encouragement, and support you need while your loved one is at RTC in Great Lakes. Enjoy your time here and feel free to Comment and join in the Discussions. Be sure to check out the "Pages" to the right, located under the pictures of the Members, especially OPSEC and PERSEC (Making Changes to Your Profile), (Click "View All" to see all of them.)

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JRnukeMom

The base in IL opened at 9:30 this morning.

Jul 12, 2017
Math teacher

Our grandson was scheduled to graduate the 14 th. Yesterday after passing Battlestations and on the way to the capping he passed out and then had a seizure. He is in the hospital and running tests now. They are talking about a medical discharge. If we still come to Great Lakes might we be able to see him? Not sure at this point when he will leave the hospital and be moved to ship 5. Very upsetting time on many levels. He worked very hard for this and wanted to be a sailor! Any one we could contact?

Jul 12, 2017
tutorlady

@ math teacher - I can't even begin to tell you how sorry I am to hear this .... Maybe lemonelephant can answer your question? I will be praying for your family and for direction and answers. I will especially be praying for your grandson. I am so truly sorry to hear this!!!!

Jul 12, 2017
paigec

Check our Recruit Training Command on Facebook. Pics of the base and all the water. Says it did disrupt recruit training for today but all is well and everyone will graduate on schedule.

Jul 12, 2017
tutorlady

@ paigec - WOW - that is A LOT of water!!!! So glad for families with PIR on 7/14 that graduation will still be able to take place!!!

Jul 12, 2017
Marchella

mathteacher I am so sorry to hear this after all his hard work. I hope it was just exhaustion and he will recover and move forward. Sending good vibes your way and your grandsons way

Jul 12, 2017
tina0327

Math teacher, I am so sorry I will send a prayer for him, like everyone has done for my son also, I hope it turns out to be nothing

Jul 12, 2017
Attygirl123

What a traumatic and heartbreaking turn of events! Praying you hear positive news about your grandson very soon.

Jul 12, 2017
RhondaA

Math teacher, Sending prayers for your grandson.

Jul 12, 2017
jennifer

@Math teacher- keep us posted. This is so scary for him and all of you. Thankful that he was surrounded by so many people. So many different things can cause seizures. I hope all of his testing gives you answers and he can feel well. I think also in the red cross envelope there is instructions as who to contact. You probably have all the info by now. I'm just reading all the posts from today. Prayers and hugs sent your way.

Jul 12, 2017
lemonelephant

Here are the current PIR groups:

PIR: July 14, 2017 TG 36 - 9 Divisions (215-220, 815, 816 & 936) 4 guests

PIR: July 21, 2017 TG 37 - 8 Divisions (221-226, 817 & 937) 4 guests

PIR: July 28, 2017 TG 38 - 9 Divisions (227-234 & 938) 4 guests

PIR: August 4, 2017 TG 39 - 11 Divisions (235-244 & 939) 4 guests

PIR: August 11, 2017 TG 40 - 8 Divisions (245-250, 818 & 940) 4 guests

PIR: August 18, 2017 TG 41 - 7 Divisions (251-256 & 941) 4 guests

PIR: August 25, 2017 TG 42 - 9 Divisions (257-264 & 942) 4 guests

PIR: September 1, 2017 TG 43

Click on the date of your recruit’s PIR and join the group to connect with others with loved ones training with your recruit.

Jul 12, 2017
DragonMom

@ mathteacher please keep us posted. Hoping it is simple exhaustion and dehydration.

Got the box yesterday, delayed a day as both my husband and I work. Everything expected was in it, except his socks. Not sure why those were not it it unless he still has them since he did not have them issued yet.

The flooding from yesterday looks horrible. Wish they could have updated us but I guess I understand.

Hope everyone has a beautiful day!

Jul 13, 2017
Michele75

Got the box yesterday. He donated all his clothes so we only got back his phone, charger and headphones. Less dramatic than I expected. I am following https://www.facebook.com/NavyRecruitTrainingCommand/ on FB and the flooding they have been having. All the rain and then the flooding is going to be a unique experience for our Arizona boy!

Jul 13, 2017
TessaNator⚓️

I FINALLY GOT MY LETTER!

ship 12, Div. 265. I think his PIR will be Sept 1 instead of Aug 25. He came late (last groups) on a thursday night. So I think they had to fill the group

Jul 13, 2017
Tffytat

Hello everyone!

My first heartbeat is on his way to RTC today. It is bittersweet, however, I can't be more proud of him. I'm thankful to be part of such an esteemed group of mothers and I'm already assured and encouraged.

Thank you all in advance.

Jul 13, 2017
TessaNator⚓️

Just keep on this site, all the strength and unity is so uplifting. We are so proud of our loved ones for making this life changing choice.

Jul 13, 2017
librarianmom

Joining the Boot Camp Moms page, my son arrived on Tuesday! Excited for him and wondering what he is up too!

Jul 13, 2017
MA-Mama

Hi there,

My Mini-Me arrived at boot camp last night. Haven't heard from her yet. I'm sure she's busy processing, but *worry*..

Jul 13, 2017
JennyB

Got my letter today. Ship 12 DIV 265. PIR 9/1.

Jul 13, 2017
DragonMom

Heard from my kiddo today as he needed an address. No form letter yet, the recruiter gave me an address that I cannot make heads or tails of. Said he is on light duty because they put him on some medication. Happy I heard from him.

Jul 13, 2017
lemonelephant

For those with a recruit in the 09/01/2017 TG, if your recruit will be staying in GL for "A" School or training, then plan to leave late Monday or on Tuesday if you are able since that is Labor Day weekend and your then Sailor will also have Liberty on Monday.

The holiday weekend does not affect Liberty for those who are flying out; they will still most likely fly out on Saturday.

See PIR Day and Liberty during PIR Weekend to help you know how to plan your weekend.

Jul 13, 2017
lemonelephant

Here are the current PIR groups:

PIR: July 14, 2017 TG 36 - 9 Divisions (215-220, 815, 816 & 936) 4 guests

PIR: July 21, 2017 TG 37 - 8 Divisions (221-226, 817 & 937) 4 guests

PIR: July 28, 2017 TG 38 - 9 Divisions (227-234 & 938) 4 guests

PIR: August 4, 2017 TG 39 - 11 Divisions (235-244 & 939) 4 guests

PIR: August 11, 2017 TG 40 - 8 Divisions (245-250, 818 & 940) 4 guests

PIR: August 18, 2017 TG 41 - 7 Divisions (251-256 & 941) 4 guests

PIR: August 25, 2017 TG 42 - 9 Divisions (257-264 & 942) 4 guests

PIR: September 1, 2017 TG 43 - 13 Divisions (265-276 & 943) 4 guests?? (This is Labor Day Weekend. If your recruit will be staying in GL for “A” School or training, s/he will also have Liberty on Monday. The holiday weekend will not affect those flying out.)

Click on the date of your recruit’s PIR and join the group to connect with others with loved ones training with your recruit.

Jul 13, 2017
lemonelephant

http://www.bootcamp.navy.mil/upcoming_grads.html indicates 4 guests for the September 1 TG, but with 13 divisions, normally only 3 guests are permitted. Hopefully that is posted correctly and 4 guests are allowed. The form letter should contain the correct number of guests.

Jul 13, 2017
ellen0502

Four guests are allowed at the September 1st PIR. Yes, this has been confirmed. Plan on getting to PIR early and standing in line!

It is highly recommended any extra guests remain at the hotel and watch the live stream from there. There is no guarantee there will be a space to watch PIR on base outside the drill hall. Any extras that cannot view the ceremony on base will need to leave base.

Jul 14, 2017
NickSydmom

I've seen where some recruits graduate early. What is the criteria? Is it mid-week arrival? If they are able to pass physical tests when they arrive are they moved ahead? If anyone knows I would love some info.

Jul 14, 2017
ellen0502

Nicknukemom, Recruits don't actually graduate early, but some are placed in the TG with graduation the week before their expected graduation date. This happens when the TG of the previous week is not full when they arrive.

Jul 14, 2017
lemonelephant

Here are the current PIR groups:

PIR: July 21, 2017 TG 37 - 8 Divisions (221-226, 817 & 937) 4 guests

PIR: July 28, 2017 TG 38 - 9 Divisions (227-234 & 938) 4 guests

PIR: August 4, 2017 TG 39 - 11 Divisions (235-244 & 939) 4 guests

PIR: August 11, 2017 TG 40 - 8 Divisions (245-250, 818 & 940) 4 guests

PIR: August 18, 2017 TG 41 - 7 Divisions (251-256 & 941) 4 guests

PIR: August 25, 2017 TG 42 - 9 Divisions (257-264 & 942) 4 guests

PIR: September 1, 2017 TG 43 - 13 Divisions (265-276 & 943) 3 guests (This is Labor Day Weekend. If your recruit will be staying in GL for “A” School or training, s/he will also have Liberty on Monday. The holiday weekend will not affect those flying out.)

Click on the date of your recruit’s PIR and join the group to connect with others with loved ones training with your recruit.

Jul 14, 2017
lemonelephant

http://www.bootcamp.navy.mil/upcoming_grads.html now indicates 3 guests for the September 1, 2017 TG and loved ones of recruits in Divisions 267 and 268 are indicating that the form letter indicates three guests for that TG. This has also been confirmed by the PAO.

Jul 14, 2017
Boymom

I got the box yesterday and thanks to the informed delivery service I can see the letter will be delivered today! My son is in division 272! Curious what his graduation date will be.

Jul 15, 2017
MNamy

Boymom My son's recruiter knew his graduation date the day after he arrived at bootcamp and was happy to share this information. You may want to give yours a call.

Jul 15, 2017
MNamy

Boymom

Also, I see below that Sept 1 graduation includes divisions 265-276 so I think that's your date! See you there!

Jul 15, 2017
Christie_Okie

Boymom....how do you get informed deilvery?

Jul 15, 2017
soccermom19

Christie_Okie

Go to www.usps.com. you will be asked your zip code to see if it's available where you are. If it is, you create an account and sign up. Easy peazy

Jul 15, 2017
Boymom

Chrstie_Okie - go to USPS website and search for informed delivery. From there you enter your zip code to see if your address is eligible. Within one day I started getting an email each morning with scans of all my mail out for delivery that day.

Jul 15, 2017
Boymom

Thanks for the info MNamy. I see the graduation info now. A little bummed about the 3 guest limit, this will mean leaving behind one of my recruits brothers! He is only 5, wish the kids age limits was higher than 2!

Jul 15, 2017
NickSydmom

Do they ever allow extra tickets for graduation? Like for a disabled veteran grandfather?

Jul 15, 2017
Christie_Okie

Thank you so much soccermom and boymom!!!

Jul 15, 2017
librarianmom

We will be in same boat because we are bringing our son's girlfriend. Both my younger boys won't be able to go if we get three tickets, and one if we get four tickets. Our plan in to have them watch the live stream at the hotel and meet up afterwards.

Jul 15, 2017
TessaNator⚓️

PIR: September 1, 2017 TG 43 - 13 Divisions (265-276 & 943) 4 guests?? (This is Labor Day Weekend. If your recruit will be staying in GL for “A” School or training, s/he will also have Liberty on Monday. The holiday weekend will not affect those flying out.)

Jul 15, 2017
Angela

Any suggestions for close hotels to the Graduation that do offer shuttle on Graduation day??? Thank you

Jul 15, 2017
tutorlady

We will be staying at Navy Lodge which gives really good rates and is supposed to be very clear close. I'm not sure about a shuttle but I would think Sarges Taxi goes there. www.mynavytaxi.com

Jul 15, 2017
lemonelephant

Nucknuikemom, no, all guest over the age of 2 must be listed on the Access List in order to enter the Drill Hall for PIR. All others should stay at the hotel or other location.

Jul 15, 2017
Angela

Thank you for the info tutorlady

Jul 15, 2017
lemonelephant

TessaNator⚓️ what you posted was after the RTC webmaster mistakenly posted 4 guests.I posted it with ?? because with 13 divisions, it should have been 3 guests. I posted later

PIR: September 1, 2017 TG 43 - 13 Divisions (265-276 & 943) 3 guests (This is Labor Day Weekend. If your recruit will be staying in GL for “A” School or training, s/he will also have Liberty on Monday. The holiday weekend will not affect those flying out.)

and also

http://www.bootcamp.navy.mil/upcoming_grads.html now indicates 3 guests for the September 1, 2017 TG and loved ones of recruits in Divisions 267 and 268 are indicating that the form letter indicates three guests for that TG. This has also been confirmed by the PAO.

Jul 15, 2017
lemonelephant

Here are the current PIR groups:

PIR: July 21, 2017 TG 37 - 8 Divisions (221-226, 817 & 937) 4 guests

PIR: July 28, 2017 TG 38 - 9 Divisions (227-234 & 938) 4 guests

PIR: August 4, 2017 TG 39 - 11 Divisions (235-244 & 939) 4 guests

PIR: August 11, 2017 TG 40 - 8 Divisions (245-250, 818 & 940) 4 guests

PIR: August 18, 2017 TG 41 - 7 Divisions (251-256 & 941) 4 guests

PIR: August 25, 2017 TG 42 - 9 Divisions (257-264 & 942) 4 guests

PIR: September 1, 2017 TG 43 - 13 Divisions (265-276 & 943) 3 guests (This is Labor Day Weekend. If your recruit will be staying in GL for “A” School or training, s/he will also have Liberty on Monday. The holiday weekend will not affect those flying out.)

Click on the date of your recruit’s PIR and join the group to connect with others with loved ones training with your recruit.

Jul 15, 2017
lemonelephant

See the info on the number of guests in http://www.bootcamp.navy.mil/upcoming_grads.html..

Jul 15, 2017
lemonelephant

For those wanting to get Informed Delivery™, go to https://realmail.usps.com/box/pages/intro/start.action and put in your ZIP Code and see if it is available in your area. If it is then Sign up.

With this service you can get images of the mail that will be placed in your mailbox each day. Black and white images of your actual letter-sized mail pieces, processed by USPS^® sorting equipment, will be provided to you each morning.

Jul 15, 2017
Michele75

Got the letter and joining the large group for 9/1! Excited. :-)

Jul 15, 2017
Donosmom

Lemonelephant, will you check to make sure I have my profile and My Page correct? Thank you! Technology is not my strength. Have a good night!!

Jul 16, 2017
NickSydmom

Does anyone know if fed ex delivers on sunday

Jul 16, 2017