Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones)

MiamiRae-my sailor PIR was in January and he stayed there for A school and we had him all weekend. We didn’t know ahead of time to plan, found out at PIR but we happened to have 2 hotel rooms and it worked out. He had to check in each morning but was able to stay with us overnight. I would pack clothes for yours and be prepared to keep him.

MiamiRae, the best information of course would be coming from your Sailor, by the way congratulations !  Cases in many locations have been on the rise so the Navy might change policies at the drop of a hat. I would plan for the weekend but with alternate plans Incase anything would change. I know it would be heartbreaking ( my son's graduation was the first to not allow guest, it was so devastating to get the news Monday of Fridays graduation cancelation, I cried for weeks) don't want to put a downer on anyone's celebration, just want you to be aware of the possibilities. Safe travels and congratulations again!

Be sure to join your PIR group.  August PIR group is up.  Here are the links:

PIR AUGUST 2022

PIR JULY 2022

PIR JUNE 2022

PIR MAY 2022

Good Morning Everyone and welcome to our group. We are glad that you are here!!

On Friday's we wear RED to remember everyone deployed!!!

Congratulations to all of our brand new sailors. May God protect them today and every day as they begin their new journey!!!

MiamiRae- Whoo Hoo Congratulations to you and your loved one!!!

As Northwoodsmom said your loved one is the best to get that kind of information. Just be ready to be flexible and enjoy all that time that you will have with each other. It does go by fast so get in all those hugs that you can!!!   :)

Mine wasn't able to spend the night with us so we took him back and then met him at the airport the next morning. But that was before COVID.  Just follow your loved ones lead on what they want to do and it will be ok. Mine just wanted to take a long shower and just chill!!  lol

Congratulations again and safe travels and have a wonderful time!!!

Congratulations to our new sailors!!

Live streaming of our graduations begin at 9 a.m. CST every Friday. Videos will also be available for viewing afterwards as well on our YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/c/RTCPublicAffairs/community​.

If you have an upcoming PIR, I encourage you to watch live or the replay when it is posted to get a sense of what to expect. 

Partyofseven - Good Morning!

Good Morning !!

May everyone have an enjoyable weekend. For some, the weather is doing its thing, may your family be safe!

Good Morning Everyone and welcome to our group. May you be safe today and every day as we go thru this crazy weather that some states have been having.

No question is ever dumb and someone will answer you.

Keep your phone on you at all times and that ringer on loud. You just never know when a call will come thru.

We are here to support you on this roller coaster of a new journey. Let us hear from you!!!

God Bless and have a wonderful day!!

Good Morning Everyone,

Welcome to our group.

How is everyone doing today? Come and let us know how things are going. 

Have a great day!!!

Good morning partyofseven!!

Greetings everyone from me as well!!

Welcome to any new members that we have!! 

Please be sure to come here and introduce yourself! 

I know that we have been encouraging you to join your PIR groups but those of us that stick around to help out on the BC group, we don't necessarily join each of the PIR groups that are formed. 

So, if you still have a SR at BC would you please pop on and say hi here in the comment wall and at least share how far along you SR is. I forget who is where in their journey and it helps the new members as well. Thanks!

Hi everyone!  I just wanted to jump on and welcome everyone!  Feel free to ask any questions you may have. No question is a bad one and someone will answer to the best of their knowledge and if they don’t know the answer, we always look for someone that may have a better one. (We have been known to reach out to our sailors for answers if we don’t have a good one). We are here for you for the good, the bad, and even the ugly. We will celebrate with you, cry with you and support you the best we can!  

this board got me through BC with COVID craziness.  So know we are here for you

Hi Everyone, new here.  My son is right in the middle of boot camp.  He will graduate 07/08 and we couldn't be more proud. 

Hi Jill!  Welcome to the group!  Have you received your form letter with mailing address already?  Sorry I am a bit behind on the schedule of things. My son has been in since July 2020. The beginning of COVID craziness so our schedule was different. My sailor did A School in Pensacola and is stationed in Norfolk now. I hope all is going well with your SR!  

Jill - Welcome!! I am glad you stopped by and posted. We are glad you are here. From my understanding (as a lot has changed since my SR left almost 5 years ago), your SR will still likely call you after they have completed Battle Stations. We don't post dates for those on this public part of the N4M site as the Navy treats in like ship movement - all preparation for our sailors when they are out in the fleet. 

After they complete BS, then I think they still have about 2 weeks of what was often referred to as INDOC at their A school. A time of Navy Life Skill training and filling out more paperwork. Hopefully some of our recent graduate loved ones can fill us in a little. They also have to pass their final Physical Fitness Test before PIR. 

Shanny asked about the form letter, so hopefully you have his address and are able to be writing letters. Partyofseven mentioned below about keeping your phone close. 

Here is the link for the July PIR group. Groups - Navy For Moms (ning.com) feel free to join it as well, that is a closed group but like I said, most of us veteran moms don't join each of those groups so if you have general questions, feel free to post them here.  

Reminder!!

For those traveling to PIR - be sure you book refundable or changeable airline tickets and motel reservations. Also, help your sailor and any of their significant others, the flexibility never ends! It is important to always keep this in mind when planning any vacations or travels home while your sailor is in the military. 

Be sure to join your PIR group.  Here are the links:

PIR AUGUST 2022

PIR JULY 2022

PIR JUNE 2022

PIR MAY 2022

Welcome Jill!!

Be sure to join your PIR group.  Here are the links:

PIR AUGUST 2022

PIR JULY 2022

PIR JUNE 2022

PIR MAY 2022

REMINDER FROM THE US NAVY RECRUIT TRAINING COMMAND FACEBOOK PAGE:

Everyone who is planning on attending a graduation ceremony MUST personally obtain a ticket, which will be distributed at the Recruit Family Welcome Center the week of your recruit's graduation. Tickets are free of charge, but you must have valid photo ID to obtain your ticket (driver's license, state ID, military ID, passport, or, for minors, a student ID, driver's permit, SSN card, birth certificate,) AND you MUST also have your COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card.

WELCOME CENTER ADDRESS/GPS: Navy Exchange (NEX) Burkey Mall, 2650 Green Bay Road North Chicago, IL 60088 (Do NOT use generic terms such as NEX, Recruit Training Command or Naval Station Great Lakes).

 REMINDER

* * * New Guidance as of May 6th, 2022 - Revised Pass-in-Review Policy * * *

Starting with the graduation on May 6, 2022, the number of guests allowed will increase to four. If you have already submitted your guest security access form listing two individuals, please have additional guest information ready to provide to your recruit when they call. All guests must have a ticket including active duty personnel and veterans. (Children 2 & under do not count toward the guest limit.) COVID-19 immunizations are still required for guest attendance. Guests 12 or older need to provide proof of immunization (14 days post final dose,) in the form of a COVID-19 vaccination record card, to attend. If you are unable to provide proof of vaccination, you will not be issued tickets and will not be able to attend graduation. This policy is subject to change as leadership continues to monitor the spread and impact of the Coronavirus. Please continue to follow RTC social media accounts for updates and check www.bootcamp.navy.mil for the most up-to-date information. For specific questions and inquiries, contact the RTC Public Affairs Office.

Update from RTC - the Mask Mandate has been removed but you are still required to show proof of vaccination. 

* * * New Guidance on Revised Pass-in-Review Policy * * *

Recruit Training Command is lifting the masking mandate. There is no mask requirement for recruits, staff, and guests attending Pass-In-Review. Each recruit can invite two guests (max, no exceptions) to attend in person to maintain capacity limitations. (Children 2 & under do not count toward the guest limit.) Guests 12 or older need to provide proof of immunization (14 days post final dose,) in the form of a COVID-19 vaccination record card, to attend. If you are unable to provide proof of vaccination, you will not be able to attend, and will not be issued tickets to attend. This policy is subject to change as leadership continues to monitor the spread and impact of the Coronavirus. Please continue to follow RTC social media accounts for updates and check www.bootcamp.navy.mil for the most up-to-date information. For specific questions and inquiries, contact the RTC Public Affairs Office.

**Although the mask mandate has been lifted RTC suggests you still carry a mask with you as the requirements could change at any time.

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Good Morning Everyone and welcome to our group. We are glad that you are here.

No question is ever dumb and someone will answer you. We are here for you to laugh, cry, and support you as you go thru this new journey with your loved one/s.

Staying busy is key to help you thru those first few weeks of boot camp.

Keep your phone on you at all times and that ringer on loud.

You don't want to miss any calls that may be coming thru.

 ON FRIDAYS WE WEAR RED TO REMEMBER EVERYONE DEPLOYED!!!

i HAVE MINE ON!!  :)

Partyofseven - I have my RED on too!!

Happy PIR for anyone that is there!!

Good Morning and Happy Friday!

PIR is happening right now -here's the link:

LIVE PIR MAY 27 2022

Be sure to join your PIR group.  Here are the links:

PIR AUGUST 2022

PIR JULY 2022

PIR JUNE 2022

Posting early, since I might not have an opportunity tomorrow.

Be sure to join your PIR group.  Here are the links:

PIR AUGUST 2022

PIR JULY 2022

PIR JUNE 2022

***NOTICE FROM RTC 6/1/2022*** - MASKS ARE REQUIRED AGAIN

Lake County, Illinois, has moved to Community Transmission level HIGH.

Effective immediately, everyone must wear masks indoors at Naval Station Great Lakes, which means all guests attending the graduation ceremony are required to wear a mask while indoors for ticket pickup at the Welcome Center and while indoors at Recruit Training Command. The number of guests allowed has increased to four. If you have already submitted your guest security access form listing two individuals, please have additional guest information ready to provide to your recruit when they call. All guests must have a ticket including active duty personnel and veterans. (Children 2 & under do not count toward the guest limit.) COVID-19 immunizations are still required for guest attendance. Guests 12 or older need to provide proof of immunization (14 days post final dose,) in the form of a COVID-19 vaccination record card, to attend. If you are unable to provide proof of vaccination, you will not be issued tickets and will not be able to attend graduation. REMINDER: Policies regarding the graduation ceremony can change at any time due to changes in our health protection status and policy. Please continue to follow RTC social media accounts for updates and check www.bootcamp.navy.mil for the most up-to-date information. For specific questions and inquiries, contact the RTC Public Affairs Office.

Welcome to our new members!! We are glad you have joined us. If your SR is getting ready to leave for BC, we are here to answer any questions now and while they are away. 

Here are links to some other articles on this site that might be helpful - 

New in 2022 - Ten Weeks BC

Sandboxx App for BC

Lemonelephant's post - things to do before leaving for BC

I can't find the specific discussion - but there is one discussion that is important - Be sure to talk to your SR (seaman recruit) about any family issues, health & well-being as well. Do they want to be notified of any family emergencies while at BC? 

Also know that the American Red Cross might call to just inform you of how to utilize their resources - so do not be surprised. 

Keep your phones close by and ringers on loud. The scripted, 
"I'm here" call, may come very late at night, and I thought it was an automated message, my son sounded so robotic on the phone - he was reading off of a script. I just kept saying, "I love you", and never really heard what he said. 

Be sure to join your PIR group.  Here are the links:

PIR AUGUST 2022

PIR JULY 2022

PIR JUNE 2022

                               REMINDER

***NOTICE FROM RTC 6/1/2022*** - MASKS ARE REQUIRED AGAIN

Lake County, Illinois, has moved to Community Transmission level HIGH.

Effective immediately, everyone must wear masks indoors at Naval Station Great Lakes, which means all guests attending the graduation ceremony are required to wear a mask while indoors for ticket pickup at the Welcome Center and while indoors at Recruit Training Command. The number of guests allowed has increased to four. If you have already submitted your guest security access form listing two individuals, please have additional guest information ready to provide to your recruit when they call. All guests must have a ticket including active duty personnel and veterans. (Children 2 & under do not count toward the guest limit.) COVID-19 immunizations are still required for guest attendance. Guests 12 or older need to provide proof of immunization (14 days post final dose,) in the form of a COVID-19 vaccination record card, to attend. If you are unable to provide proof of vaccination, you will not be issued tickets and will not be able to attend graduation. REMINDER: Policies regarding the graduation ceremony can change at any time due to changes in our health protection status and policy. Please continue to follow RTC social media accounts for updates and check www.bootcamp.navy.mil for the most up-to-date information. For specific questions and inquiries, contact the RTC Public Affairs Office.