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Choose your Username. For the privacy and safety of you and/or your sailor,NO LAST NAMES ARE ALLOWED, even if your last name differs from that of your sailor (please make sure your URL address does not include your last name either). Also, please do not include your email address in your user name. Go to "Settings" above to set your Username. While there, complete your Profile so you can post and share photos and videos of your Sailor and share stories with other moms!
Join groups! Browse for groups for your PIR date, your sailor's occupational specialty, "A" school, assigned ship, homeport city, your own city or state, and a myriad of other interests. Jump in and introduce yourself! Start making friends that can last a lifetime.
Link to Navy Speak - Navy Terms & Acronyms: Navy Speak
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.
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."
**UPDATE 4/26/2022** Effective with the May 6, 2022 PIR 4 guests will be allowed. Still must be fully vaccinated to attend.
**UPDATE as of 11/10/2022 PIR vaccination is no longer required.
**UPDATE 7/29/2021** You now must be fully vaccinated in order to attend PIR:
In light of observed changes and impact of the Coronavirus Delta Variant and out of an abundance of caution for our recruits, Sailors, staff, and guests, Recruit Training Command is restricting Pass-in-Review (recruit graduation) to ONLY fully immunized guests (14-days post final COVID vaccination dose).
**UPDATE 8/25/2022 - MASK MANDATE IS LIFTED. Vaccinations still required.
**UPDATE 11/10/22 PIR - Vaccinations no longer required.
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 isno 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.
Click here to learn common Navy terms and acronyms! (Hint: When you can speak an entire sentence using only acronyms and one verb, you're truly a Navy mom.)
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I did get to talk to him this past Sat. He called the Sat before but hubby didn't recognize the area code and let it go to voice mail. I cried all day and most of the week. I couldn't do anything Navy related, even talk to my parents without losing it. But I did get to talk to him and he was in real good spirits and seems to be doing just fine. I am looking forward to talking to him again this weekend I hope.
I see you have changed your Username, you may also need to change the URL to this page.Make changes 2 and 3 at the bottom ofOPSEC 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.
When decorating a door, you can use a poster board, a plastic table cloth, or cloth. From there, the decorations are up to you--do avoid glitter though unless it is sealed in because you would not want your Sailor or another Sailor to get it on him. Blue painter tape, sticky tack, or Command strips work well fro securing it to the hotel door without damaging the door. It is generally OK to include your Sailor's name on your decoration. Some also include the division, but that is up to you--I say not to for those with one in an 800 division, but that doesn't affect you. Any of the crafts stores have things to use as well as W-M, K-Mart, and Target. You may be able to get a plastic table cloth at one of the party stores, such as Party City.
I think weapons training is going to be the favorite. I know my son is looking forward to it too. Battle Stations will be exciting too. I have been praying for Division 257 since learning they are 258's brother division and will be doing battle stations together.
It's so good to see them isn't it? Even just that one picture just made my day. No letters yet. I'll just have to see if one comes. If he's tired and grouchy he won't be in the mood to write. LOL.
I was reading some on your profile. I'm so happy that Zack healed quickly. What a way to start out!
I just found earlier today that they are going to be posting Div 258 photo to the recruit command FB page. Did you know about this? I was so excited to find out! If you didn't already know about it, there was a trivia question posted and the correct answer gets to request which Division photo they want posted with their Recriut front and center! https://www.facebook.com/NavyRecruitTrainingCommand The link, if you need it. I'm sorry if you already know all this, I am just so exited and if someone left me a message without the details I would be pulling my hair out! :)
Hi Tammy! So nice to meet you. Have you received a form letter or any other mai from your son? My son isn't a big letter writter so I am not sure what to expect.
Welcome toBoot 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 withOPSEC and PERSEC (Making Changes to Your Profile)andArrival and What Happens at the RTCand read 1 or 2 pages a day and then go back to them as you need the info.What is your SR's rating (job/specialty) going to be? There are groups for most ratings and/or "A" Schools and knowing that will help you to better plan for PIR weekend. Take care and blessings to you and yours.
Join PIR 08/22/2014 TG 41 to connect with others with loved ones training with your SR. I also invite you to joinBoot Camp Moms (and loved ones)and to check out the Pages (found under the pictures of the Members) there. Take care and blessings to you and yours.
Yes my son's recruiter told us that they have their wisdom teeth taken out. My son has been going to his own appointments for the past two years so I'm not too worried. Just remember your son is in very good hands and they are all going through the same thing. It's new for all of them and I'm sure they support each other! That's what I keep telling myself anyways. It's hard...but they are ok :)
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This site is for mothers of kids in the U.S. Navy and for Moms who have questions about Navy life for their kids.
FIRST TIME HERE?
FOLLOW THESE STEPS TO GET STARTED:
Choose your Username. For the privacy and safety of you and/or your sailor, NO LAST NAMES ARE ALLOWED, even if your last name differs from that of your sailor (please make sure your URL address does not include your last name either). Also, please do not include your email address in your user name. Go to "Settings" above to set your Username. While there, complete your Profile so you can post and share photos and videos of your Sailor and share stories with other moms!
Make sure to read our Community Guidelines and this Navy Operations Security (OPSEC) checklist - loose lips sink ships!
Join groups! Browse for groups for your PIR date, your sailor's occupational specialty, "A" school, assigned ship, homeport city, your own city or state, and a myriad of other interests. Jump in and introduce yourself! Start making friends that can last a lifetime.
Link to Navy Speak - Navy Terms & Acronyms: Navy Speak
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
...and visit Navy.com - America's Navy and Navy.mil also Navy Live - The Official Blog of the Navy to learn more.
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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:
OPSEC GUIDELINES
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**UPDATE 4/26/2022** Effective with the May 6, 2022 PIR 4 guests will be allowed. Still must be fully vaccinated to attend.
**UPDATE as of 11/10/2022 PIR vaccination is no longer required.
**UPDATE 7/29/2021** You now must be fully vaccinated in order to attend PIR:
In light of observed changes and impact of the Coronavirus Delta Variant and out of an abundance of caution for our recruits, Sailors, staff, and guests, Recruit Training Command is restricting Pass-in-Review (recruit graduation) to ONLY fully immunized guests (14-days post final COVID vaccination dose).
FOLLOW THIS LINK FOR UP TO DATE INFO:
RTC Graduation
**UPDATE 8/25/2022 - MASK MANDATE IS LIFTED. Vaccinations still required.
**UPDATE 11/10/22 PIR - Vaccinations no longer required.
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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Please note: Profits generated in the production of this merchandise are not being awarded to the Navy or any of its suppliers. Any profit made is retained by CafePress.
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I did get to talk to him this past Sat. He called the Sat before but hubby didn't recognize the area code and let it go to voice mail. I cried all day and most of the week. I couldn't do anything Navy related, even talk to my parents without losing it. But I did get to talk to him and he was in real good spirits and seems to be doing just fine. I am looking forward to talking to him again this weekend I hope.
I see you have changed your Username, you may also need to change the URL to this page. Make changes 2 and 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.
When decorating a door, you can use a poster board, a plastic table cloth, or cloth. From there, the decorations are up to you--do avoid glitter though unless it is sealed in because you would not want your Sailor or another Sailor to get it on him. Blue painter tape, sticky tack, or Command strips work well fro securing it to the hotel door without damaging the door. It is generally OK to include your Sailor's name on your decoration. Some also include the division, but that is up to you--I say not to for those with one in an 800 division, but that doesn't affect you. Any of the crafts stores have things to use as well as W-M, K-Mart, and Target. You may be able to get a plastic table cloth at one of the party stores, such as Party City.
Morning Tammy,
I think weapons training is going to be the favorite. I know my son is looking forward to it too. Battle Stations will be exciting too. I have been praying for Division 257 since learning they are 258's brother division and will be doing battle stations together.
Hi Tammy,
No I didn't get a call, I think Erik will call his dad. I am so happy to hear you were able to hear from Zack and that he is getting your letters.
Hi Tammy,
It's so good to see them isn't it? Even just that one picture just made my day. No letters yet. I'll just have to see if one comes. If he's tired and grouchy he won't be in the mood to write. LOL.
I was reading some on your profile. I'm so happy that Zack healed quickly. What a way to start out!
I just found earlier today that they are going to be posting Div 258 photo to the recruit command FB page. Did you know about this? I was so excited to find out! If you didn't already know about it, there was a trivia question posted and the correct answer gets to request which Division photo they want posted with their Recriut front and center! https://www.facebook.com/NavyRecruitTrainingCommand The link, if you need it. I'm sorry if you already know all this, I am just so exited and if someone left me a message without the details I would be pulling my hair out! :)
Sorry, my name is Wendy.
Hi Tammy! So nice to meet you. Have you received a form letter or any other mai from your son? My son isn't a big letter writter so I am not sure what to expect.
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. What is your SR's rating (job/specialty) going to be? There are groups for most ratings and/or "A" Schools and knowing that will help you to better plan for PIR weekend. Take care and blessings to you and yours.
Join PIR 08/22/2014 TG 41 to connect with others with loved ones training with your SR. I also invite you to join Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones) and to check out the Pages (found under the pictures of the Members) there. Take care and blessings to you and yours.
Tammy, I hope he is feeling better. Glad that he got to call to tell you what was going on.
Join the group, DEP-Leavin for bootcamp in June to connect with others with loved ones who arrived the same day and may have PIR together.
I also invite you to join, or at least check out, Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones) and PIR Reference Information. Once you know your SR’s PIR date and/or division number, watch in Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones) and/or at http://www.navyformoms.com/forum/topics/groups-listed-by-pir-date and join the group for that once it has been created. There will be a lot of great information and support for you in those groups. Be sure to check out the Pages (found under the pictures of the Members) and Discussions within the groups. Arrival and What Happens at the RTC within Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones) will let you know what is happening, but you will also want to check out the other Pages in all of the groups.
Welcome to NAVYForMoms!
You will find this site very helpful and full of members who are eager to answer your questions. Browse around the site and check out the forums, groups, blogs, photos, videos, and even the other member profiles!
If you haven’t already, please make sure that you review our Community Guidelines to learn the “Do’s and Don’ts” of the community. Also, check out this Internet OPSEC Safety Video and this Survival Guide for NavyForMoms Newbies that was created by one of our members.
Enjoy your time here! I look forward (along with the community) to reading more about you! :)
-Tiffany