"Thank you to everyone who commented on what the day of deployment is like. My wife is going but, unfortunately, I don't have enough vacation days accrued to take the time. You can bet I'll make it a Tiger Cruise though!"
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What are a Bosun's Mate's duties
Started this discussion. Last reply by Randy Weston Jan 15, 2010. 4 Replies 0 Likes
My stepson will be going to boot camp in late March and is to be a Bosun's Mate. What exactly does a Bosun's Mate do and are there ways to progress from that into other jobs?
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Bentley Patterson commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Carrier Families"My son is deploying on the Ike, most likely in June. My wife is planning to go out to Norfolk to see the ship depart. Unfortunately, I cannot go. What can she expect in terms of ceremony, fan fare, etc. the day of deployment?"
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A group for all who have a loved one staioned aboard the aircraft carrier Eisenhower.
Steven S replied to Bentley Patterson's discussion Question re transportation to PIR in the group PIR - Tips, Hints, and Helps"Our van cab from the Navy Lodge was $5.00. It was easy. They were lined up at the gate waiting to take us back when the ceremony was over. PIR 2/5/10"
Timothy replied to Bentley Patterson's discussion Question re transportation to PIR in the group PIR - Tips, Hints, and Helps"I liked the shuttle even though it was not free. These are basically local taxi's the motels team up with for services. On 9/2 there were some 1100 grads and the car line going onto base was a couple of miles long. Our shuttle driver drove…"
Victor DeCapua replied to Bentley Patterson's discussion Question re transportation to PIR in the group PIR - Tips, Hints, and Helps"Bentley
My son graduated on August 13, 2010. We used the shuttle that our hotel provided. We stayed at the
Spring Hill Suites. The shuttle was great. There was no extra waiting time going in and they were there
when we were leaving after graduation.…"
Chris H. replied to Bentley Patterson's discussion Question re transportation to PIR in the group PIR - Tips, Hints, and Helps"You can either check with the front desk at the hotel or call their toll-free number and ask in advance. Some provide "free" shuttles, others count on independent taxi/shuttle services to supply the transportation. Back in April, we opted…"
NavyDads Admin (Paul) replied to Bentley Patterson's discussion Question re transportation to PIR in the group PIR - Tips, Hints, and Helps"contact your place of lodging....they deal with this all the time and can make arrangments for you....at least that is what I did."
"The wife and I drove back and forth, however our hotel provided the transport to and from PIR for those that wanted it. I would check with your hotel and see what the have to offer first."
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Question re transportation to PIR
My son's PIR is scheduled for October 1, 2010. My wife and I are staying at the Fairfield Inn in Gurnee. I understand there are shuttle services to/from local hotels to the RTC for the PIR. Those of you who have used these shuttle services in the past, what shuttle companies did you use? I'd like to go ahead and make reservations. Thank you.See More
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Pass in Review: There have been so many questions & answers about Pass in Review "PIR" that we need one place to be a clearinghouse to help experience a Navy Graduation.See More
Bentley Patterson replied to NavyDads Admin (Paul)'s discussion One Dad's Journey Through the Bootcamp Experience in the group Navy Boot Camp"Thank you for sharing your experience. My stepson goes to boot camp on March 22. I'm already eagerly anticipating the trip to Great Lakes sometime in June."
Randy Weston replied to Bentley Patterson's discussion What are a Bosun's Mate's duties"Great reply Paul,
Bottom line, he is going to be chipping paint and handling mooring lines. Deck Department on a ship takes care of everything topside. Responsible for all the ship handling equipment topside. The junior personnel are not always the…"
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- My Sailor's first name (Please do not post SEAL names)
- Chris
- Describe a little about yourself:
- My stepson, Chris, graduated from recruit training last Fall. He currently is assigned to the USS Eisenhower.
- What brought you to this site:
- My son is currently serving
- What were your feelings when your Sailor joined the Navy:
- Very proud of him. I believe the discipline and structure in the Navy will be very good for him.
- What is your relationship with your sailor
- Step Dad
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- At 10:30pm on January 13, 2010, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…
- Welcome to NavyDads Bentley! I'm sure you'll find the site as fun, useful, and educational as I have. Explore the site and make some friends, add your comments to a discussion or two, read the postings in the various groups-- even start one or two. I certainly have! If you have any questions or concerns about your sailor and what he is going through...ask! I'm sure someone here will have the answer or can point you in the right direction to find out. I'm lucky enough to have two sailors in the family - my son Eric (AM3) recently returned from a seven-month cruise on the carrier Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and my daughter Kat (MC3) returned last fall from a seven-month cruise on the carrier Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72). And Bentley this is a great place to brag about your sailor as well! So join in and let us know how Chris is doing! We do ask that you remember that we talk about the Navy here and we must keep the security and safety of our sailors in mind at all times. On the right side of every NavyDads page is an area we call About This Site. Please take a minute and read through the Operations Security (OPSEC) link and the NavyDads Guidelines link.
As a parent of a sailor currently or soon to be at Great Lakes you'll have many questions about what your son will go through. In the Navy Bootcamp group is a discussion called A MUST READ for all New Navy Parents. Take a few minutes to read through this post as it will do a lot to give you some understanding about what your sailor is learning and why. And be sure to check out the videos as they address many of your questions and concerns.
As PIR draws closer, be sure to spend some time going through the PIR-Tips, Hints and Helps group- we’ve tried to assemble some tips and suggestions to make your sailor's PIR more enjoyable. Best Regards- Paul
- At 12:35pm on January 13, 2010,
E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin said… - Bentley, Welcome Aboard!
My son is an ABE aboard the USS Ronald Reagan in San Diego, Ca. and my family and I couldn't be prouder of him. When he first enlisted I found NavyForMoms in searching for answers to my son's future. I just knew their had to be a site for dads like n4m's but I was wrong. So I started this site so us dads would also have a place to call home. I'm new at this and I hope this site will benefit fathers that come behind us. So jump right in share concerns, join groups, share info, and show off your Sailor. I'm so glad to find out their are so many proud Navy Dads just like myself. I hope this site benefits you and your family throughout your sons journey in the Navy. Thank Chris for his service for me and thanks again for joining us.
Sincerely, EG
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