What happens at bootcamp - Day-per-Day? (Up to week #6)

sweetmtn · 04-27-2012, 02:05 PM

Frazer, check out this link for what you would have to do to pass the physical tests:
http://www.stewsmith.com/linkpages/navyspecops.htm

Frazer · 04-29-2012, 11:22 PM

Thanks sweetmtn, I'm well aware of what the minimums are and have been working at handily exceeding them for months now. Sucks that P-days are going to be essentially PT free. Shipping tomorrow so I'll see ya'll in the fleet.

nosaltnsugarpls · 06-20-2012, 04:47 PM

Hi All! Hope all is well! This is really very nice! I hope we were able to read this before my hubby left for bootcamp. I'm thinking of mailing this info to him, do you think this is ok? Would he get in trouble if they (RDC) see this mailed to him? Thanks in advance!

sweetmtn · 06-20-2012, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by nosaltnsugarpls

Hi All! Hope all is well! This is really very nice! I hope we were able to read this before my hubby left for bootcamp. I'm thinking of mailing this info to him, do you think this is ok? Would he get in trouble if they (RDC) see this mailed to him? Thanks in advance!

Not a good idea to mail this to him there, he could get in some trouble if his RDC's see it.

nosaltnsugarpls · 06-21-2012, 12:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sweetmtn

Not a good idea to mail this to him there, he could get in some trouble if his RDC's see it.

Yikes! Yeah, that's what I thought. I've printed it out but didn't mail it. Oh well. Thanks for the reply Sweetmtn! Appreciate it!

blessing · 10-26-2012, 06:09 PM

I dont think its a good idea lol,he would only get more tense!

LSsquillace · 11-13-2012, 04:32 PM

How is Illinois in July?

LT Guppy · 11-13-2012, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by LSsquillace

How is Illinois in July?

It can get hot and humid.

Tracy · 11-16-2012, 08:04 AM

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Originally Posted by LSsquillace

How is Illinois in July?

Actually, this year temps were well over 100 some days but as long as you keep hydrated, you should be fine.

DarkAngel77 · 11-15-2012, 12:06 PM

This is AWESOMEEE!!!! Thank you for posting this. :D

Sail_la_Vie · 01-12-2013, 08:34 PM

what exactly happens at medical in RTC? do you have to stand in your undies again and do all duck walk, tippy toes, and all that silly stuff?

3rdGenSailor · 01-12-2013, 09:52 PM

A couple questions..
1.) Where is the slideshow explaining what each coin is for?
2.) Do I just volunteer to try out for the best swimming qualification?
3.)How is the weather during late Jan-late March?
4.)Where can I find the challenge coin(unless it's any of them) where I flash mine and if someone else in the military doesn't have theirs, they buy a round of drinks?

geeMA · 01-13-2013, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Sail_la_Vie

what exactly happens at medical in RTC? do you have to stand in your undies again and do all duck walk, tippy toes, and all that silly stuff?

you get shots, a lot of shots. there is no duck walk.

pchamb1991 · 02-26-2013, 10:47 AM

on Weapons computer based training. You complete the course and print out the certificate. You must score 100%.

Is it considered passing if you miss 3 questions on this test

NavyGuyRob · 02-26-2013, 03:13 PM

this was the best info ever...thanks!!

Gienass · 03-14-2013, 12:49 PM

Hey, thanks for the information, this is sooo useful!!

BUT, could anyone tell me more details about Fit For Full Duty stuff? What exactly do they check? Dental was done at MEPS, what else are they looking for?

cire · 03-14-2013, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Gienass

Hey, thanks for the information, this is sooo useful!!

BUT, could anyone tell me more details about Fit For Full Duty stuff? What exactly do they check? Dental was done at MEPS, what else are they looking for?

Everything. What do you have to hide?

Amos37 · 05-13-2013, 07:22 PM

Awesome post

FutureSailor24 · 06-27-2013, 12:05 PM

This all really good information. I'm mostly just worried about making the weigh in and passing the initial PFA.

OscaR · 09-03-2013, 05:46 PM

Hello and thanks for posting this, very helpful.
I may leave for bootcamp by winter time depending on how well the paperwork goes, I'm just concerned about some things:

-Can you, and should you bring your own razor? I read that they confiscate everything you carry with you and may dispose of it as they see fit.

-I've been using the wet shaving method with a double edged razor for a while now, and prefer my shaves much more with me making my own lather, but I'm wondering if theres any time for that during bootcamp specially with the way they hurry you up. Can you choose the times at which you shave everyday?

-What is useful to take with you?

-What supplies can you exactly buy in those stores during bootcamp?

D.Brothers · 10-12-2013, 04:02 AM

Fantastic post! This really helps a future sailor get a great idea of what to expect during their time at RTC. Thank you

like00111 · 10-15-2013, 11:52 AM

Quick question... Do people under the AECF(ET/FC) get a special briefing for more on criminal records?

I have never done anything wrong, I am just curious.

rosch · 09-05-2014, 06:38 AM

Great post and this is wonderful information to know! Here is something I don't think a lot of people think about, how often do you get to use the restroom. I know I have to pee all the time and reading this it sounds like you have to drink lots of water. I need a potty break darnit!

Also, in the mornings when you are woke up, about how much time do you have to get ready? Is it a wake up and yelled "you have 20 minutes to $hit, shower, and shave!" I know in the mornings I can't be that fast!

thanks

classified9 · 01-17-2014, 09:09 AM

Great post!

mike · 07-18-2014, 10:55 AM

It says that if you are on P Hold it doesn't count towards your time at bootcamp. What do you do on those days and do they pay you extra for those days?

LT Guppy · 07-18-2014, 11:03 AM

P-days refers to "processing days" you do paperwork and medical inprocessing. You also wait for the right number of people to form a division. You are paid from the day you ship.

digitalxhottie · 07-03-2015, 11:13 AM

I know this is an older post, so Im wondering if anything has changed since 2009? LoL

BonzerAsp · 07-03-2015, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by digitalxhottie

I know this is an older post, so Im wondering if anything has changed since 2009? LoL

Not really.... lol

Navywife160 · 11-15-2015, 10:19 AM

Thank you so much for this excellent thread! My husband is on his 6th day of bootcamp. Today is his first Sunday is he probably having a easier day today? If he needed his wisdom teeth pulled when is that done?

Victoriarj · 03-31-2016, 05:22 PM

Has much changed? This is so awesome.

Cris2369 · 02-16-2017, 05:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sweetmtn

Not a good idea to mail this to him there, he could get in some trouble if his RDC's see it.

I have been reading this ever since my boyfriend left a month ago and we have been sending each other letters back and forth. He is already on his week 4 so I decided to print it and send him week 4 and 5 so he could be prepared and study hard... but I am so scared I got him in trouble for this and might get him quicked out!!! I feel so so sorry I wish I would of read this comment earlier... I was jut trying to help my sailor... Could he get in major trouble for this?

BonzerAsp · 02-16-2017, 07:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cris2369

I have been reading this ever since my boyfriend left a month ago and we have been sending each other letters back and forth. He is already on his week 4 so I decided to print it and send him week 4 and 5 so he could be prepared and study hard... but I am so scared I got him in trouble for this and might get him quicked out!!! I feel so so sorry I wish I would of read this comment earlier... I was jut trying to help my sailor... Could he get in major trouble for this?

I don't see any reason why he would. It doesn't go against any rules that I'm aware of. The worst that could happen would be him getting it taken away and maybe doing some pushups or something.

Cris2369 · 02-17-2017, 01:42 PM

Thank you so so much for this and for taking the time to reply. I feel much better knowing that I won't have to wait another week until I hear back from him and how much trouble I got him in for that. Thank you!!!

walla125 · 02-17-2017, 07:57 AM

He will be fine, don't worry. No rules broken.

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pchamb1991 Join Date: Feb 2013 Posts: 1 Rep Power: 0	What if you missed 3 questions on Weapons computer based training. You complete the course and print out the certificate. You must score 100%. Is it considered passing if you miss 3 questions on this test

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