"To the Boot Camp Parents: We just got back from PIR. May 1st. You were not kidding. It was Great !! Of course we thought that our son was standing just a little taller than everyone else. We are now the proud parents of a Navy Sailor. You will be…"
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Bill M left a comment for Michele - FL Navy Mom"Hi Michele: Thank you very much for the information about security at the Aiport. Just what we wanted to know. Not sure which Airport Tyler will be flying out from, we will find out this Friday at PIR. Information should be good at either Ohare or…"
Michele - FL Navy Mom left a comment for Bill M"Hi Bill!! We had NO problem getting through. The ATA counter was not busy so while the boys were processing through, I approached the ticket counter and asked if we could go to the gate and they said no problem, let us get them checked in and then…"
Bill M left a comment for Navydads co-admin (Terry)"Thank you for the quick reply and the helpful information. This site is something that is very helpful for all of us Navy Dads to keep in touch with our Sailors as to what they must be going through and what they are doing. My son Tyler goes to…"
Bill M left a comment for Michele - FL Navy Mom"Hello Michele: So you are one week ahead of us. Boy that is great to have these new Sailors. Sounds like you will be able to go through Security at the Airport, but we will be very interested to know how everything goes at the airport. Tell Michael…"
Navydads co-admin (Terry) left a comment for Bill M"Bill, I have heard that you can get permission to go to the gate with your son at the airport. I took my son to the airport here in Orlando and found out too late that I could have walked with him to the gate. I would suggest two things. I would…"
Bill M left a comment for Navydads co-admin (Terry)"Hello and thanks for the great site. It has een very helpful. Now I have a question, hope you can answer. My Son's PIR is 1may09. He is a Grad-n-Go. He thinks he will leave for the Airport to fly out about two hours after PIR. I've heard…"
Bill M commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Navy Boot Camp"Hello Navy Dads: Need a little information if anyone knows about Grad-n-Go. My son will PIR 1may09 and he is a Grad-n-Go. He thinks he will go to the Airport to fly out about two hours after PIR. Question: I've heard scuttlebutt something about…"
Bill M commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Navy Boot Camp"Hello and a big thank you for this great site and all of the great Navy people . Everyone has been great and very helpful. My Son SR Tyler is starting his seventh week at GL. Scuttlebutt has the Gas Chamber on Wednesday(22 April09) and then…"
Dale M left a comment for Bill M"I am not sure just how these comments work. I was looking at your list. How do you find people on this site? Brother Dale"
Bill M left a comment for Keith M."Hello Keith: Well it is the fifth week for your son (James) and my son (Tyler).They are on the downhill side. Tyler is in Division 174, Ship #13. Tyler says it is not too tough. But he is counting the days until May First. Good Luck to James and may…"
Bill M left a comment for Keith M."Hello Keith: Thanks for the reply and the information on Boot Camp. It sounds as if the shuttle would be the best. I've heard that it is four blocks from the gate (Porter Gate) to the PIR Hall. Not too bad. I'll bet the SR's are…"
Keith M. left a comment for Bill M"Hi Bill, my sons PIR is May 1st as well.We are planning on taking the shuttle we heard that was one of the best ways, I believe its like 3 bucks a person. We've made our flight reservations already,got a good deal with American...
Good Luck!"
Bill M commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Navy Bootcamp"Dear PIR experts: Is it better to take a shuttle to PIR from hotel or drive in car ? Which has the most walking and etc ? Thanks for any tips. Just received packet for my son. PIR is May 1st. I'm making plans this week to attend. Is there a…"
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I was U.S.Army Guided Missile Technician at White Sands in the 60's
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- At 9:13am on April 25, 2009, Michele - FL Navy Mom said…
- Hi Bill!! We had NO problem getting through. The ATA counter was not busy so while the boys were processing through, I approached the ticket counter and asked if we could go to the gate and they said no problem, let us get them checked in and then we'll issue no board passes to the parents. THey will ask for id and for your Sailor's last name -- no problem.
Helpful hint: Make sure all the boys check into the USO, the folks there are great and they give the boys ALOT of great information, plus free food and drinks. We didn't and they came and found us which took up alot of time to hunt all of the boys down... I believe you pass it on the way to the gate after security... The family is welcome in the USO as well. What div is your son in? I saw a few 900 divs while I was there.
- At 6:25pm on April 22, 2009, Navydads co-admin (Terry) said…
- Bill, I have heard that you can get permission to go to the gate with your son at the airport. I took my son to the airport here in Orlando and found out too late that I could have walked with him to the gate. I would suggest two things. I would contact the USO now and see what if any thing they can do to make that happen. I would also check with the airport by making a phone call or two and see what they may be able to do for you. I do not know the phone number of O’Hare or Midway but you should be able to find them on line. I hope this helps and good luck.
Terry
- At 1:09pm on April 10, 2009, Dale M said…
- I am not sure just how these comments work. I was looking at your list. How do you find people on this site? Brother Dale
- At 9:30pm on March 31, 2009, Keith M. said…
- Hi Bill, my sons PIR is May 1st as well.We are planning on taking the shuttle we heard that was one of the best ways, I believe its like 3 bucks a person. We've made our flight reservations already,got a good deal with American...
Good Luck!
- At 5:41pm on March 25, 2009, Maria said…
- Hi Bill, Just wanted to give you an update. Stephen called me today Yahoo! We talked for 20 min. I am so glad I was near my cell phone at work. He was very tired. He said they are still trying to get use to things. He was telling me some recruits from his div don't know how to keep their month closed and they all get in trouble for it so he wasn't very happy about that. Over all they are all doing good. Keep in touch
- At 12:52pm on March 21, 2009, Maria said…
- Hi Bill, I received my letter today. Others in my family received theirs on Friday. I was glad to hear from him he asked me to write which I have everyday but I guess they don't give them mail everyday. He also asked me to send him stamps which I already did in my other letters hopefully he will get them. He also told me they are doing a lot of yelling and he is doing a lot of guard duty and colors (not sure what that means). May 1st is not getting here soon enough. Keep in touch
- At 8:31pm on March 18, 2009, Maria said…
- Hi Bill, No I haven't heard from Stephen. I have been writing to Stephen but I haven't heard from him. They must be keeping them busy. Yes two weeks down 6 more to go. Hopefully we will hear from them soon. If I hear anything from Stephen I will let you know. If you hear from Tyler please let me know. Take Care
- At 7:57pm on March 13, 2009, Maria said…
- Hi Bill Stephen went in as a combat medic not sure where he is going after BC I am thinking he is staying there but I am not sure. .....Keep in touch
- At 4:55pm on March 12, 2009, Maria said…
- Hi Bill I got a info letter today from Stephen it looks like our recruits are in the same div. It says Div 174 USS Marvin G Shields...Thanks
- At 8:10pm on March 11, 2009, Maria said…
- Hi Bill I still don't know his ship or div # I received his personal belongs yesterday but not info. I call the recruiting station today but his recruter was not in they told me to call tomorrow so I am calling tomorrow to see what they say. I will let you know as soon as I know thanks,
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