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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. 

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**UPDATE as of 11/10/2022 PIR vaccination is no longer required.

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RTC Graduation

RESUMING LIVE PIR - 8/13/2021

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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Need Informations

Hey Does anyone know if we can bring our cellphone to PIR?

When can I give my SR his cellphone?

 Thanks 

Added by kia10thao on October 21, 2013 at 9:13pm — 3 Comments

got the phone call !!!!!

Ship 14 Div 032 i recieved my phone call today around 10 am for 20 minutes i am the happiest girl alice !!!

Added by marisac14/032 on October 19, 2013 at 11:01am — 2 Comments

received his letter and box on tuesday ! :)

now the countdown can officially begin graduation date Dec 6 ... ship 14 div 032 

Added by marisac14/032 on October 17, 2013 at 9:41pm — 1 Comment

Ship 14 Div 19

Trying to find a group with this division can someone inform me please thank u

Added by NavyMomYve on October 17, 2013 at 2:33pm — 3 Comments

Ship 11 division 396 I got the I'm a sailor call from my daughter they made it I am so proud of my daughter and div 396.

Ship 11 division 396 I got the I'm a sailor call from my daughter they made it I am so proud of my daughter and div 396.

Added by Julie on October 16, 2013 at 4:28pm — 3 Comments

No letter

Well , my son left on October 1st. I received his box and a phone call on Saturday ......but no letter.
He told me his PIR date is Nov 27th. But everyone else is getting their letters........how long does it take????
I will keeping looking in the mail box for my letter maybe it will come this week.

Added by Deontes MOM on October 15, 2013 at 11:46pm — 5 Comments

My husband graduates bootcamp Nov 15, and goes to A school the following morning in Pensacola, I will be 38 weeks pregnant and I live a couple hours away from Pensecola, so I was wondering how much t…

My husband graduates bootcamp Nov 15, and goes to A school the following morning in Pensacola, I will be 38 weeks pregnant and I live a couple hours away from Pensecola, so I was wondering how much time will i get to spend with him there at A school, since its a saturday & sunday! any info will help!!

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Added by dunnc39@gmail.com on October 15, 2013 at 11:05pm — 5 Comments

Winter Stand down - Sub School - Groton CT

Can anybody give me advice on booking flight for my sailor for winter stand down. He has stated that it begins the 12/20 - would it be safe to  book a flight in the morning? Will he have  things to do that morning that might delay him from making flight? They are getting pricey so wouldwant  to buy his ticket this week. Thanks - Justin's Mom

Added by JJW Mom on October 15, 2013 at 8:54am — 5 Comments

PIR October 11 2013! Amazing!!!

We just returned home and those of you soon to go have a wonderful experience waiting for you. The pride you and your recruit feel is amazing ! Definitely get there early we were at the gates by 6:30am but the line to get in was very long. We still we not able to get inside the building for an hour ! Be ready for a great ceremony!

Added by DeltaD383 on October 15, 2013 at 12:42am — 2 Comments

I miss my husband

I haven't posted anything at N4M before.  This forum is kind of daunting in its immense size.  Plus most of the active members seem to be parents, which I'm sure comes with a completely separate group of emotions than what I'm going through.

My husband left for Boot one week ago today.  I've read everything about what to expect, what the schedule for boot is, everything.  I feel like I have a very good understanding of the course of events but that doesn't really make it any…

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Added by EnTurtle on October 14, 2013 at 3:40pm — 7 Comments

Lol mistake hooyah

Lol mistake hooyah

Added by Beverly on October 14, 2013 at 11:58am — No Comments

Phone calls from bootcamp

Hi,

 My husband is in boot camp right now and I was just wondering how often they get to call home. I haven't heard from him much since he left ( he says the only free time they get is when they sleep), and I miss hearing his voice. Does anyone have an idea?

Thanks

Added by AquaLuna on October 14, 2013 at 12:24am — 4 Comments

Looking for some insight please!

Hello all!

I'm new to all of this. My fiancé is currently in boot camp and will be graduating Nov. 27! I'm having a hard time and have a few questions. He is going in as a PACT airman and will be going to Pensacola for three weeks after he is finished with boot camp. I was told since he will be on a carrier his options of where he can be stationed at are Virginia, Washington, San Diego, and Japan. Since we aren't married yet…

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Added by emmiec on October 13, 2013 at 4:28pm — 4 Comments

Happy birthday navy Hookah

Happy birthday navy Hookah

Added by Beverly on October 13, 2013 at 12:25pm — 6 Comments

Future Sailor #2

Our second son is firmly ensconced in basic training. Surprisingly, it is not quite as hard this second time around. I am still somewhat nervous but not nearly as nervous as I was a year ago. Our first child has had to go through quite a bit in his Navy experience and, after a year and three months, is waiting to see if they will force a medical separation. When he enlisted, he had planned on making this his career. He doesn't want to leave the Navy, but the choice is no longer his to make.…

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Added by Jolene2Sailors on October 11, 2013 at 3:52pm — No Comments

Congratulations to all the new sailors and their families especially the moms for getting to experience this event. Our world is a better place because of the choices and sacrifices of these brave ki…

Congratulations to all the new sailors and their families especially the moms for getting to experience this event. Our world is a better place because of the choices and sacrifices of these brave kids! Continue

Added by Shannonlf on October 11, 2013 at 12:19pm — No Comments

Letter

Got a letter from my son yesterday . It felt great to here from him.  He sounds gd its tough but he can do it. He has met some good guys.  This makes a mom feel good!

Added by kathierob on October 11, 2013 at 7:37am — No Comments

getting frustrated

I am working to get donations for gift bags..and its coming together getting more help from family and friends than the community I live in..Have filled out necessary paperwork for my sons high school and grade school and the local walmart on the 1st of October and put up flyers and contacted others by email. And not even a phone call to say no..I read on here and fb how well everyone else is doing  with donations and while it is awesome for  our service men and women..I am getting upset a…

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Added by Cecelia ( cece) on October 9, 2013 at 10:28pm — 3 Comments

Help if you can

 Hi I'm Kia 

My fiance graduate on 11-01-13

Ship 3 Div 416

 Was wondering if anyone is going to this graduation and if they have a spare bed? (Hotel name) Please private message me. I know I'm asking for a lot if anyone can help it will be much appreciated. 

Added by kia10thao on October 9, 2013 at 8:04pm — No Comments

Happy Birthday to my SR!

My baby boy has all grown up.  He turns 19 today and I'm missing him greatly.  Feeling old and sad, but proud and happy for him at the same time.  I'm hoping that he is having a nice day and I can't wait to see him in less than a month now. :)  Happy, happy day!

Added by Kristn (Ship 14 Div 426) on October 9, 2013 at 4:53pm — 1 Comment

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