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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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**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).  

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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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Parrothdgal
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Dawne commented on Parrothdgal's group 'RCU SHIP 04 DIV 741'
"Thank you for your long response. Yeah, my son is a bit older, and I have not yet had a long enough conversation to assess how he's doing. I thought they were supposed to be able to continue their academics while recuperating. I wonder if they…"
Feb 15, 2023
Tootie commented on Parrothdgal's group 'RCU SHIP 04 DIV 741'
"Dawne - My son was in RCU for 4 months with a stress fracture in his foot.  He went through all 4 phases of rehab and during his last phase he began running again and went way too hard.  He developed another stress fracture in his…"
Feb 15, 2023
Dawne commented on Parrothdgal's group 'RCU SHIP 04 DIV 741'
"Is anyone here in 2023? Not knowing how my son is doing or when I will hear from him or see him again is really hard, especially with his original PIR coming up."
Feb 11, 2023
AK907Tammy commented on Parrothdgal's group 'RCU SHIP 04 DIV 741'
"B'sNukeMoM - Thank you! "
Aug 15, 2019
B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet) commented on Parrothdgal's group 'RCU SHIP 04 DIV 741'
Aug 15, 2019
B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet) commented on Parrothdgal's group 'RCU SHIP 04 DIV 741'
"AmyLynn - I'm sorry to hear your son is being sent home.  Right now his health is most important so I hope that he can get home, get well and then try again.  We hope to see you back here soon. Thank your son for his willingness to…"
Aug 15, 2019
AmyLynn commented on Parrothdgal's group 'RCU SHIP 04 DIV 741'
"Thank-you for all your support while my SR was in RCU, unfortunately he will be heading home to get well, from complications from Pneumonia."
Aug 15, 2019
B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet) commented on Parrothdgal's group 'RCU SHIP 04 DIV 741'
"AK907Tammy  - I'm sorry to hear that your son was injured.  The important thing is that he heals!  Remind him to stay focused and this is just a minor setback - hang in there and prayers for both of you ;-D"
Aug 15, 2019
AK907Tammy commented on Parrothdgal's group 'RCU SHIP 04 DIV 741'
"I received a call from my son today saying he was being moved to RCU for sprained tendons in his foot/leg. I have no idea how long he will be there or his new graduation date. Dr's said it could take 6-8 weeks to heal. Please pray for complete…"
Aug 14, 2019
AmyLynn commented on Parrothdgal's group 'RCU SHIP 04 DIV 741'
"Did anyone receive their Sunday call from  RCU Ship 04 DIV 741 yesterday? My SR did not call, and I am hoping he was cleared from medical and assigned a new ship and FFD. Amylynn"
Aug 12, 2019
AmyLynn commented on Parrothdgal's group 'RCU SHIP 04 DIV 741'
"Spoke with my recruit yesterday, he is in better spirits and beginning to feel better with the medications for pneumonia.  but feeling so defeated. His appointments with DR keeps getting pushed back and now they assigned him to a neurologist…"
Aug 5, 2019
Tiffany commented on Parrothdgal's group 'RCU SHIP 04 DIV 741'
"Last night I received a call from my SR that I wasn’t looking forward to and need some serious advice and encouragement. The call was pretty scripted started out with him stating his name and not to show up to graduation because he…"
Jul 24, 2019
B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet) commented on Parrothdgal's group 'RCU SHIP 04 DIV 741'
"AmyLynnn - rest and meds is the best thing for your son right now.  He needs to get healthy!  Remind him that this is just a minor setback - no big deal.  He'll get through this and be stronger because of it.  He's got…"
Jul 23, 2019
AmyLynn commented on Parrothdgal's group 'RCU SHIP 04 DIV 741'
"Update: My SR has pneumonia and is on dr orders approximately 20 day rest, and meds. Then join a new divison and finish. Prayers please he is so sad."
Jul 23, 2019
2BoysMomTN commented on Parrothdgal's group 'RCU SHIP 04 DIV 741'
"RALVDA- & SUZI that is great news! I'm so glad your guys are doing well.  We got bad news. Apparently my guy was all set for his procedure on Tuesday. He went to preop Monday and was told everything was good to go. He said he was ready…"
Jun 22, 2019
Sarah's Human commented on Parrothdgal's group 'RCU SHIP 04 DIV 741'
"That’s fantastic RALVA! And I’m thrilled that RCU appears to be run by better staff than when my son was there. Every Sunday calls would’ve been soooooooooo nice."
Jun 20, 2019

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A little about me:
My daughter is a MA in Fargo, ND serving as a reservist. I could not be more proud!
I am here to support my
Son/Daughter
Stage of (Sailor’s) Navy career?
Enlisted
When I heard “Navy,” I...
Was proud and encouraged it
The Navy offers opportunities that...
Have your child shop arround for a good recruiter. Get ALL dental work done in advance and be a strong runner before leaving!
Our Navy experience so far...
It was positive and maturing. Our relationship has grown stronger.

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At 10:18pm on December 14, 2017, lemonelephant said…

Make at least change 3 at the bottom of OPSEC and PERSEC (Making Changes to Your Profile) (clickable link) and change the Privacy Settings for this page from "Anyone" to "Members." 

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

You may also want to update your "A little about me:" section.

At 10:16pm on December 14, 2017, lemonelephant said…

Is your daughter still in? If so, where is she stationed?

If you would like information on your recruit’s rating (job/occupational specialty) or field, then let me know the rating or field. There are groups for most specialties and/or "A" Schools. 

Take care and blessings to you and yours. 

At 12:49pm on June 21, 2011, SailorMomCarla - Ship12Div410 said…

Hi Parrothdgal... I saw that you mentioned your SR is in San Antonio for MA, but haven't seen you on this group yet.  My son is from the 6/3 PIR and started class 6/13, but my nephew just got there (PIR 6/17), so he's probably in your daughters group.  Hope to see you on our new group. http://www.navyformoms.com/group/sanantoniomasatthu

At 7:46am on June 13, 2011, tylersmom said…
My son's name is Tyler HOOK . ... let me know if she knows him! I know he would help her in any way possible!
At 12:49pm on June 7, 2011, Valtameri said…
I keep running into your cute profile picture, and I've seen your daughter's struggles, and now she has passed the run! How wonderful and exciting for you! May you get the
I'm a sailor" call tomorrow.
At 7:53am on June 5, 2011, MariNavyMom(Ship11 Div 199) said…
I asked my husband and he said our meeting will go till after 1PM. Maybe I can go next time :) I really do appreciate your invitation, there is nothing better than listening to the Word of God and being in His presence.
At 9:19pm on May 2, 2011, diannep said…
"texasmom" on the 5/26 group---go to PIR 5/26's group and find her on the MEMBERS in that group.  Flesh-colored picture icon with an emblem. Please message her.  I have contacted her and she will be more than happy to talk to you.  Her son went through this.  She actually had briefly joined the 6/3 group thinking that is where he was put, but he ended up in the 5/26 group.  Keep in touch with how she is doing!  The ladies on the 6/3 group want to know!
At 6:19pm on April 20, 2011, Thomdent (Dustin's mom) said…
So happy to hear you got letters and thank you for being so honest.  The only communication I've received is pre-printed "Dear (fill in the blank) letter.  At the very end there is a place for recruits comments and his words broke my heart.  Although very brief, he stated that he wanted to quit at one point, he misses everyone especially the girlfriend, and he was not allowed to write Sunday. 
At 5:24pm on April 3, 2011, Anna said…

Parrothdgal,

I certainly understand how that moment, and many more to come, can be so pride-filled yet sad as well.  I served in the US Navy myself and when first my son, and then my daughter said they wanted to enlist I was so proud of them.  But the day my daughter left I felt as if my heart was going to break right out of my chest.  My little girl was leaving and I knew she'd never return as my same little girl.  I'm still so proud of her, but I wish we could just run out to the mall and check out all the pretty dresses and watch her try on the frilly girly prom dresses and such!!!!  I miss my shopping buddy!!!!  Hang in there, and I will be thinking about you Monday and Tuesday!!!  Come share with us if you need some shoulders to lean on - that's what we're here for!!!!!  NavyMom hugs to you!!!!

At 2:52pm on March 29, 2011, Anna said…

Parrothdgal,

I see you joined the Moms of Daughters 2 group and I want to welcome you!!!  We are a friendly, caring group of moms always willing to listen and support.  Please feel free to jump in and join our chats!!  We like to discuss everything from our sailors to our jobs, weather, whatever.  It's also a great place if you want to yell, scream, vent, cry - - there is no judgment involved!!!  Brag about your sailor but also tell us when you are hurting because you miss her so!!!  I see your daughter is getting ready to leave for bc in a few short weeks.  Enjoy the time you have together - the loss of communication during bc is the hardest.  But we will all be here to help you through it!!  Looking forward to getting to know you and your sailor!!  Again, Welcome Aboard!!!!

 
 
 

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