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Navy Boot Camp: Questions & Answers to what your Sailor will be doing at Recruit Training Command (RTC) Great Lakes, IL.
This Support Group is for Families & Friends with Recruits attending Navy Boot Camp.
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Boot Camp Forum, Helpful Links and Videos
No More "Sailor in a Box" - From RTC- Posted 5 Sept 2019
Attention families and friends of RTC: Previously, upon arrival to boot camp, recruits would box up their civilian belongings and ship it to their choice of destination. Our new procedure now has those boxes being stored locally and will be returned to the recruits the day before graduation. The new procedure went into effect this week beginning with Div. 409 in Training Group 52.
OK- When is PIR and What Is Their Mailing Address?
Something you should know about ADD and ADHD
Moment of Truth - First week of Boot Camp
Complete List of Navy Boot Camp FAQ's - Need to Knows
A run down of how the divisions are formed
Pass in Review Dates - Dates for Upcoming Graduation Ceremonies
Contact Your Sailor - RTC Division Addresses -RTC Ship/Div Addresses
Bootcamp Weekly Training Schedule - Follow Your Sailor's Training
Recruit Division Command Structure - Division Recruit Command Positions
Bootcamp Videos - Several Videos about Bootcamp
Return To Bootcamp Videos - Series of Videos from All Hands TV
Captain's Cup Competition - Final Competition between Divisions
BattleStations 21 - Videos and Infomation about BattleStations
Navy Lingo & Slang -Learn to speak their Language
Navy Enlisted Ratings- Navy Job Descriptions
Boot Camp Checklist - Items you can and cannot Bring to Boot Camp
Being Paid While in Boot Camp - Yes, you get paid in Boot Camp!
A MUST Read for All New Navy Parents - Bootcamp....and how it changes your recruits!
Small Arms Training and Qualification - OPNAV Instruction 3591.1F
Current Weather Conditions at Recruit Training Command - Great Lakes, IL
Pass in Review Group- Tips, Hints, & Help for Navy Graduation
We talk about Holiday Routine at Boot Camp - here's the skinny
Sunday/Holiday Routine allows recruits to attend religious services and observe Federal holidays. From 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. recruits are able to: attend religious services, read and study, hygiene, perform uniform upkeep, write and read letters, or clean their rack and personal locker.
RTC is making important changes to polices regarding PIR Guest Access as well as Bag Checks and Restriction Policies. Take the time to read thru these and be prepared when you head to Great Lakes for PIR.
Discussion Forum
DEERS question
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Hype man?
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Grauatioon
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Comment by BBQJD on September 13, 2014 at 12:21pm
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That was my fear as well Bill.
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Comment by Bill Hull on September 13, 2014 at 12:18pm
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You are right. More time to get accustomed to Navy/Boot Camp life before calling would be a good thing. I was surprised when she called. I actually was afraid that something bad had happened.
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Comment by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on September 13, 2014 at 12:11pm
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that's one of the reasons that is best for them NOT to call until about week 3 or so...right now all they are thinking about is home and the RDCs have a real struggle with keeping them focused on the task at hand......
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Michael, she only got up there on the night of Sept 2nd.
I think she was also scared. She said that they had already "gotten rid" of a bunch of girls. She didn't say why though.
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It's time to start thinking about PIR...the days might pass slowly, but the weeks fly by! Stop by the PIR group and join in as there are tons of hints and suggestions to make your experience smooth and effortless! click this link: Go To PIR Group
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Just got the first phone call from my son in BC. He advised that he thinks it's week 1, day 2. He said everyone seems to be doing ok, just tired. I was absolutely not expecting a call this soon. He said that they " had long hours and not enough food"! What more could you expect from an 18 yr old eating machine??!
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A lot of times that is simply a way to vent...they cannot do that at RTC so those kinda calls are normal....she will do fine!!!!
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Comment by Michael Bradburn on September 13, 2014 at 11:51am
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Bill how far into BC is she?
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Yes, I was very positive with her. Telling her how she can do it, etc.
Her brother went through BC 1 1/2 years ago and I felt the same way with him. I guess I just miss having her (and him) around. Plus I guess as a parent I still want to baby them...
As she was talking though she did calm down, especially when she told me she passed her swim qual on the 1st try. And that was the 1 thing she was afraid of!
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First 3-4 weeks are the hardest then the recruits adapt...normal...don't feel badly about that. Stay positive- make sure you're positive with her and let her know that she's got this!
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- Sage Advice from NavyDads Co-Admin Calvin
- RTC Great Lakes General Layout
- Boot Camp Medals and Ribbons
- Possible RTC Awards/Flags
- Complete Family Guide for Attending PIR
- Official RTC Training Guide
- Boot Camp Grooming & Appearance Standards
- Recruit Division Command Structure
- Captain's Cup Competition
- Something you should know about ADD or ADHD
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Pride and Honor
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Introducing Myself
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