Timothy D. Eastman's Blog (2)

When PIR is done and they call Liberty Call Liberty Call the sailors get liberty.  Many people met their sailor at NEX on the RTC. They have to stay in their uniform during Liberty and have to be back by 7:00 or 8:00 PM.  You return them to the OHIO road gate on Berkley.  They will have that gate open and will let you drive in to drop them off and say bye. 

When you park for PIR you use Illinois entry which is on the East side of the RTC. 

If your sailor is leaving for school…

I just got back from PIR and I hope I can help folks with what I learned. 

If you plan to stay at the Navy Lodge you do not have to be in the military yourself.  If you are on the list for the PIR for your sailor they will allow you to stay there. 

If they do not have room they may put you in touch with the Gateway Inn which is on-base.  The Gateway is on the NTC base which is separate from the RTC base. They will give you a sheet to fill out to get a temporary security pass to…