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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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Always keep Navy Operations Security in mind.  In the Navy, it's essential to remember that "loose lips sink ships."  OPSEC is everyone's responsibility. 

DON'T post critical information including future destinations or ports of call; future operations, exercises or missions; deployment or homecoming dates.  

DO be smart, use your head, always think OPSEC when using texts, email, phone, and social media, and watch this video: "Importance of Navy OPSEC."

Follow this link for OPSEC Guidelines:

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Please note! Changes to this guide happened in October 2017. Tickets are now issued for all guests, and all guests must have a ticket to enter base. A separate parking pass is no longer needed to drive on to base for parking.

Please see changes to attending PIR in the PAGES column. The PAGES are located under the member icons on the right side.

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EllaMom
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At 8:26pm on July 26, 2016, lemonelephant said…

Make at least change 3 at the bottom of OPSEC and PERSEC (Making Changes to Your Profile) (clickable link).

There may be other changes you need to make as well, so read and consider each of the changes.

Another change that I recommend that is mentioned in change 1 is to change the ZIP Code to one that is not easily associated with you or your Sailor.

At 8:25pm on July 26, 2016, lemonelephant said…

Where is your Sailor stationed (what vessel, if one)? There may be groups I can direct you to.

At 2:03pm on January 27, 2014, Anna said…

EllaMom,

I see you recently joined the Moms of Daughters 2 group and I want to welcome you!!  I'm glad you found us.  Come join the chat in our group - there is usually someone on every day. We are a friendly, caring group of moms who have daughters in all stages of Navy life - from newbies to those whose daughters have been in for several years - from officer to enlisted!!! We support all our sailor girls and each other as well. Not just during the bootcamp days but the weeks and months following, as they go off to school, first duty station, or first deployment.  Let us support you when you're missing her, lend an ear when you need to vent, and celebrate with you when you want to brag!!  We look forward to getting to know you and your sailor!! Again, Welcome Aboard!!!!

At 7:26pm on January 26, 2014, lemonelephant said…

I see you have joined MAA Moms; be sure to also join San Antonio MA's and check our the discussion, Break down week by week, and the info I have previously given you. Take care and blessings to you and yours.

At 6:35pm on November 17, 2013, lemonelephant said…

The Page, 800 and 900 Divisions, within Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones) will be of interest to you since you have a recruit in a performing division. I believe that Division 907 is Sticks/Flags.

At 6:35pm on November 17, 2013, lemonelephant said…

Welcome to Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones). I look forward to sharing this journey with you. Be sure to check out the Pages (found under the pictures of the Members) for information on what to expect and to help you prepare for PIR. Start with OPSEC and PERSEC (Making Changes to Your Profile) and Arrival and What Happens at the RTC, and read 1 or 2 pages a day and then go back to them as you need the info. Take care and blessings to you and yours.

At 8:55am on November 17, 2013, Lulu said…

Hi EllaMom, Yes, I'm still having a tough time on here just when I think I have it, I get a little confused again.  I was going to add a picture but I'm afraid I'll really mess something up.  I'm doing ok.  The weekends are tough because I don't have enough to keep me busy (well I do, I just don't feel like doing them). After I saw people getting calls yesterday morning, the phone never left my side. I was disappointed she couldn't call but I just keep telling myself, no news is good news and repeat it constantly :).  I believe they get to write letters today and mail them tomorrow so keep an eye on your mailbox. Next week we have a couple things to look forward to, a letter and hopefully a call! I really hope she's not too homesick. I made our travel arrangements so we're all set for PIR. How are you holding up?

At 9:02pm on November 15, 2013, Lulu said…

That's GREAT!!!!!  I'm so happy for you :)

At 2:51pm on November 15, 2013, Lulu said…

Hi EllaMom. That's great that you made reservations (when you receive the letter, you'll also receive a brochure that provides info on lodging for the graduation). I was going to make reservations last night too but I was so tired.  We're planning on arriving on the 1st as well. Since we're driving, I don't want to take any chances with the weather and it'll give us a chance to rest and take it easy on Thursday.  I'm leaning on staying at a place that has shuttle service to the base because I've read that the traffic is so bad. There's also a hotel on the base but you have to be eligible - not sure what that means - I'll have to give them a call.  Let me know where you're staying (if you feel comfortable with the info) because I like that it's only 10 mins from base.  I'm sorry you're going to miss her birthday!!!  You'll have to really celebrate during her liberty after PIR.  I'm going to be so excited too!!!  I cannot wait!!! It was so different when she went away to college, I could talk to her all the time.  It's just so hard not talking to her. This probably sounds corny but, when I write her letters, I just picture us sitting at the table talking.  So with everything I write, I can hear her response in my mind and that's what gets me through. You're right, the time will go fast.  10 days have gone by now :)

At 9:16pm on November 14, 2013, Lulu said…

Hi EllaMom, I'm sorry the letter hasn't come yet but I'm happy to hear that you have some info at least.  I'm sure the letter will come soon.  My daughter's recruiter told me the same thing and to come back and visit. I'll probably stop by and visit when I'm missing her so much that I can't stand it :) It's too bad that the girls aren't all together and yes, we will definitely have to meet.  We should all plan to go to the get together the night before at the gatherings they have (I forget the name of the place). That's great that she'll be in that division, it'll probably be easier for you to spot her at graduation!  The good news is that the girls will definitely meet at the airport when they ship out to A school.  I wonder if they have a link for the other divisions.  I have a hard time navigating through this site but I love it and all the information it provides.  Most importantly, the support from all the other mothers is priceless.  Here's wishing your letter arrives tomorrow!  Have a great evening.

 
 
 

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