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Help! Son has taken an early ship out date!
My son has taken an early ship out date & we only have 12 days to get ready! What do I need to get done?? What groups do I need in? I’m panicking just a little!
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Permalink Reply by B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet) on
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This info is posted in the BC group - this will get you started:
Can recruits take anything to BC with them?
Recruits should go with what they have on their backs, their cell phones, and not much else. (See Things to Do in the Last Month Before Your Future Sailor Leaves for....)
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Permalink Reply by Phoenixmom on
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here is more info for you, Take a deep Breathe, everything will be fine! Glad you have found us and we will do our best to help you thru the motions. please join boot camp moms for loved ones , you will find much needed info or just ask we will do our best to get the answers you need. Welcome Again.
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Can recruits take anything to BC with them?
Recruits should go with what they have on their backs, their cell phones, and not much else. (See Things to Do in the Last Month Before Your Future Sailor Leaves for....)
What will the first day be like at BC?
See Arrival and What Happens at the RTC and Ship/Division--How it Works.
How long is the "I'm here!" call and when will s/he be able to call again?
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In his wallet you can put a book of stamps, a small address book with numbers and addresses social, ID, any bank forms he may have if he has an account already. Things to do before leaving is a great site and will give much needed information.
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Permalink Reply by Daniels#1fan on
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Thank you! How big of a phone card should I get? I saw one for 400 minutes for $25... that should work shouldn’t it?
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Thank you so much!!!
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Anything that I can do to help just ask, I am on this site to help out. Thank You
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That would be good, but just know he may not be able to call very much, once he is in BC you will get the call that he has arrived and that is a 2 min. scripted call so if he has a cell phone he can take it so that way he will be able to call and then once he sends his belongings home the phone will be put either in his pockets or shoes and sent as well. you will not hear from him until 2 to 3 weeks later. Just make sure you activate the card before he leaves. I sent you the site phone cards and calls please read that, it will inform you when you may receive a call. I need you to know you will be flooded with emotions and that is Normal, you have to stay busy and be strong. I know it is easier said then done, but cry if need be, we all have done it and still do. Best of Luck to your Son.
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