For anyone that's been through Army Basic Training lately

[mwmorph]

The Army is pushing for 20-30k fast shippers, to ship end of september/early october and I'm currently schedule for shipping out Nov 10th.

Unfortunately, this means I have christas break for 3 weeks during BCT making it 12 weeks 4 days. I get to go back tomorrow and repick a ship date. Is having a break during BCT a good idea and when would I have to ship to get BCT one with and have a 3 week break before AIT? Late september? If anyone has a specific date, and when christmas break is, it would be great.

TIA

 

[theflyingpig]

Having a three week break between BCT and AIT is a good thing. Having a three week break during BCT is not. Everyone knows this.

 

[TallBill]

Originally posted by: theflyingpig
Having a three week break between BCT and AIT is a good thing. Having a three week break during BCT is not. Everyone knows this.

I disagree, having a break during either sucks because it puts you in the hole for leave once you get to your active duty station.

 

[mwmorph]

Originally posted by: TallBill

Originally posted by: theflyingpig
Having a three week break between BCT and AIT is a good thing. Having a three week break during BCT is not. Everyone knows this.

I disagree, having a break during either sucks because it puts you in the hole for leave once you get to your active duty station.

Well the thing is physically and mentally what I'm worried about. 3 Weeks off during BCT could be a big problem, to get back into it. Luckily mt AIT is 68W so it shouldn't be too bad compared to BCT so I'd prefer it between AIT ant BCT.

I was initially thinking that if the break came during BCT, i could use it to recover from when everyone inevitably get sick in BCT, but now I'm thinking to put it between AIT an BCT.

The 3 weeks off that it takes away from my 30 day leave sucks but it is

Anyways, what hip date do I have to aim for to graduate before christmas break?

 

[TallBill]

Originally posted by: mwmorph

Originally posted by: TallBill

Originally posted by: theflyingpig
Having a three week break between BCT and AIT is a good thing. Having a three week break during BCT is not. Everyone knows this.

I disagree, having a break during either sucks because it puts you in the hole for leave once you get to your active duty station.

Well the thing is physically and mentally what I'm worried about. 3 Weeks off during BCT could be a big problem, to get back into it. Luckily mt AIT is 68W so it shouldn't be too bad compared to BCT so I'd prefer it between AIT ant BCT.

I was initially thinking that if the break came during BCT, i could use it to recover from when everyone inevitably get sick in BCT, but now I'm thinking to put it between AIT an BCT.

The 3 weeks off that it takes away from my 30 day leave sucks but it is

Anyways, what hip date do I have to aim for to graduate before christmas break?

Not sure, but you'll be fine either way. I did OSUT and it was like 17 straight weeks of BCT and it really wasn't that bad.

The first day will pretty much make you shit your pants, and the first week will suck, but you'll be fine. Almost everyone makes it through!

Did you get duty station of choice?

Congrats btw, I should be a cadet in a few weeks and can't fucking wait to get back in.

 

[mwmorph]

Originally posted by: TallBill

Originally posted by: mwmorph

Originally posted by: TallBill

Originally posted by: theflyingpig
Having a three week break between BCT and AIT is a good thing. Having a three week break during BCT is not. Everyone knows this.

I disagree, having a break during either sucks because it puts you in the hole for leave once you get to your active duty station.

Well the thing is physically and mentally what I'm worried about. 3 Weeks off during BCT could be a big problem, to get back into it. Luckily mt AIT is 68W so it shouldn't be too bad compared to BCT so I'd prefer it between AIT ant BCT.

I was initially thinking that if the break came during BCT, i could use it to recover from when everyone inevitably get sick in BCT, but now I'm thinking to put it between AIT an BCT.

The 3 weeks off that it takes away from my 30 day leave sucks but it is

Anyways, what hip date do I have to aim for to graduate before christmas break?

Not sure, but you'll be fine either way. I did OSUT and it was like 17 straight weeks of BCT and it really wasn't that bad.

The first day will pretty much make you shit your pants, and the first week will suck, but you'll be fine. Almost everyone makes it through!

Did you get duty station of choice?

Congrats btw, I should be a cadet in a few weeks and can't fucking wait to get back in.

The Army is insanely selective right now. I got a 97ASVAB, no criminal record, no medical problems and my recruiting station had to struggle to find me a 68W slot initially (as in 4+ months down the line). Apparently, my recruiting station has filled their quota for 2010 and slot are tight since people aren't leaving because of the economy.

I got nothing, just a guarantee that I will be a medic and the GI bill, which isn't a big deal to me since U of Illinois guarantees no tuition for vets so I can still come back and complete my degree whenever.

I can't wait to go. I've always wanted to be a medic on a line unit.

 

[Sea Moose]

going in october

 

[TallBill]

Originally posted by: mwmorph

The Army is insanely selective right now. I got a 97ASVAB, no criminal record, no medical problems and my recruiting station had to struggle to find me a 68W slot initially (as in 4+ months down the line). Apparently, my recruiting station has filled their quota for 2010 and slot are tight since people aren't leaving because of the economy.

I got nothing, just a guarantee that I will be a medic and the GI bill, which isn't a big deal to me since U of Illinois guarantees no tuition for vets so I can still come back and complete my degree whenever.

I can't wait to go. I've always wanted to be a medic on a line unit.

Heh, the GI Bill thing is HUGE. Make sure you enroll in it when you get in. Illinois may pay your tuition, but the GI Bill gives you a $1500 check each month on top if it as well. (I go to NIU and enjoy these benefits as well).

I can't stress how much you'll make your life easier if you get your PT up now.

 

[Proprioceptive]

The break during Christmas is called "Exodus"... it SUCKS, because you have to pay for your own travel home and back, and if you can't afford that, you're stuck on base doing busy-body stuff until everyone else gets back. Your best bet is to put yourself in position to do BCT and AIT straight through. If you have to have a break, make it between BCT and AIT, especially since you're a 68W. I have a few friends who went to Fort Sam Houston right after BCT and they all wished they'd had a break in between.

 

[Proprioceptive]

Originally posted by: TallBill

Originally posted by: mwmorph

The Army is insanely selective right now. I got a 97ASVAB, no criminal record, no medical problems and my recruiting station had to struggle to find me a 68W slot initially (as in 4+ months down the line). Apparently, my recruiting station has filled their quota for 2010 and slot are tight since people aren't leaving because of the economy.

I got nothing, just a guarantee that I will be a medic and the GI bill, which isn't a big deal to me since U of Illinois guarantees no tuition for vets so I can still come back and complete my degree whenever.

I can't wait to go. I've always wanted to be a medic on a line unit.

Heh, the GI Bill thing is HUGE. Make sure you enroll in it when you get in. Illinois may pay your tuition, but the GI Bill gives you a $1500 check each month on top if it as well. (I go to NIU and enjoy these benefits as well).

I can't stress how much you'll make your life easier if you get your PT up now.

The $1500 is actually $529. If you're National Guard, that is... if you're active duty, then $1200 is more realistic. I can't say I know anyone Active or NG that is receiving $1500.

 

[TallBill]

Originally posted by: Proprioceptive

The $1500 is actually $529. If you're National Guard, that is... if you're active duty, then $1200 is more realistic. I can't say I know anyone Active or NG that is receiving $1500.

$1470 a month with the $600 kicker for active duty, which OP will be. I get it every month, tax free.

And the new post 9/11 GI Bill is tuition + Bah for the zip code of your school.

 

[Ramma2]

1 vote for no break here.

 

[Boo Boo]

at least you get to see your family before coming back in a box

 

[TallBill]

Originally posted by: Boo Boo
at least you get to see your family before coming back in a box

At least he won't be a pussy like you, and 99% of us do make it home.

 

[DAPUNISHER]

Originally posted by: mwmorph


I was initially thinking that if the break came during BCT, i could use it to recover from when everyone inevitably get sick in BCT.

Why does everyone get sick?

 

[dougp]

Originally posted by: mwmorph

Originally posted by: TallBill

Originally posted by: mwmorph

Originally posted by: TallBill

Originally posted by: theflyingpig
Having a three week break between BCT and AIT is a good thing. Having a three week break during BCT is not. Everyone knows this.

I disagree, having a break during either sucks because it puts you in the hole for leave once you get to your active duty station.

Well the thing is physically and mentally what I'm worried about. 3 Weeks off during BCT could be a big problem, to get back into it. Luckily mt AIT is 68W so it shouldn't be too bad compared to BCT so I'd prefer it between AIT ant BCT.

I was initially thinking that if the break came during BCT, i could use it to recover from when everyone inevitably get sick in BCT, but now I'm thinking to put it between AIT an BCT.

The 3 weeks off that it takes away from my 30 day leave sucks but it is

Anyways, what hip date do I have to aim for to graduate before christmas break?

Not sure, but you'll be fine either way. I did OSUT and it was like 17 straight weeks of BCT and it really wasn't that bad.

The first day will pretty much make you shit your pants, and the first week will suck, but you'll be fine. Almost everyone makes it through!

Did you get duty station of choice?

Congrats btw, I should be a cadet in a few weeks and can't fucking wait to get back in.

The Army is insanely selective right now. I got a 97ASVAB, no criminal record, no medical problems and my recruiting station had to struggle to find me a 68W slot initially (as in 4+ months down the line). Apparently, my recruiting station has filled their quota for 2010 and slot are tight since people aren't leaving because of the economy.

I got nothing, just a guarantee that I will be a medic and the GI bill, which isn't a big deal to me since U of Illinois guarantees no tuition for vets so I can still come back and complete my degree whenever.

I can't wait to go. I've always wanted to be a medic on a line unit.

My cousin's score sucked balls on the ASVAB, and had no problem getting in as a 68D - scares the shit out of me that someone's life will be in his hands. He started BT in July at some point, not too sure when. He'll be doing AIT for 16 weeks @ Ft. Sam.

My uncle has been in for awhile, he's a 68X - he's currently in Iraq, and then will be stationed in Germany for 3 years. Did a 4yr station at Ft. Sam as an instructor - that's where our family is.

 

[mwmorph]

Well I went today and the situation goes like this:
The recruiters had no idea what MOS were open. They just got a list of people eligible for quick ship according to their ASVAB scores and whatnot and asked recruits if they wanted to go.

I ended up going up here and surprise, surprise, the MEPS people didn't have any 68W slots open at all. They were pushing hard for Combat Engineers, so I said no thanks, I've always wanted to be a Combat Medic.

Huge waste of time driving up to and back from Chicago MEPS (5 hour drive, 3 hours waiting) for both my recruiter and me.

Originally posted by: DAPUNISHER

Originally posted by: mwmorph


I was initially thinking that if the break came during BCT, i could use it to recover from when everyone inevitably get sick in BCT.

Why does everyone get sick?

Stress from lack of sleep, food, activity, etc, as well as people from different areas living in confined places for long periods of time means everyone eventually gets sick at BCT.

Originally posted by: dougp

Originally posted by: mwmorph
The Army is insanely selective right now. I got a 97ASVAB, no criminal record, no medical problems and my recruiting station had to struggle to find me a 68W slot initially (as in 4+ months down the line). Apparently, my recruiting station has filled their quota for 2010 and slot are tight since people aren't leaving because of the economy.

I got nothing, just a guarantee that I will be a medic and the GI bill, which isn't a big deal to me since U of Illinois guarantees no tuition for vets so I can still come back and complete my degree whenever.

I can't wait to go. I've always wanted to be a medic on a line unit.

My cousin's score sucked balls on the ASVAB, and had no problem getting in as a 68D - scares the shit out of me that someone's life will be in his hands. He started BT in July at some point, not too sure when. He'll be doing AIT for 16 weeks @ Ft. Sam.

My uncle has been in for awhile, he's a 68X - he's currently in Iraq, and then will be stationed in Germany for 3 years. Did a 4yr station at Ft. Sam as an instructor - that's where our family is.

Sounds actually really nice. 68D and 68X have their roles but they're not for me, I want to be out there with the line unit helping the guys that have to be in the field everyday.

I always thought 68D would have a longer AIT, but I guess theirs' is shorter since they probably dont do as many field exercises.

 

[TallBill]

Oh well, really you'll be fine either way.

 

[dougp]

Originally posted by: mwmorph
Well I went today and the situation goes like this:
The recruiters had no idea what MOS were open. They just got a list of people eligible for quick ship according to their ASVAB scores and whatnot and asked recruits if they wanted to go.

I ended up going up here and surprise, surprise, the MEPS people didn't have any 68W slots open at all. They were pushing hard for Combat Engineers, so I said no thanks, I've always wanted to be a Combat Medic.

Huge waste of time driving up to and back from Chicago MEPS (5 hour drive, 3 hours waiting) for both my recruiter and me.

Originally posted by: DAPUNISHER

Originally posted by: mwmorph


I was initially thinking that if the break came during BCT, i could use it to recover from when everyone inevitably get sick in BCT.

Why does everyone get sick?

Stress from lack of sleep, food, activity, etc, as well as people from different areas living in confined places for long periods of time means everyone eventually gets sick at BCT.

Originally posted by: dougp

Originally posted by: mwmorph
The Army is insanely selective right now. I got a 97ASVAB, no criminal record, no medical problems and my recruiting station had to struggle to find me a 68W slot initially (as in 4+ months down the line). Apparently, my recruiting station has filled their quota for 2010 and slot are tight since people aren't leaving because of the economy.

I got nothing, just a guarantee that I will be a medic and the GI bill, which isn't a big deal to me since U of Illinois guarantees no tuition for vets so I can still come back and complete my degree whenever.

I can't wait to go. I've always wanted to be a medic on a line unit.

My cousin's score sucked balls on the ASVAB, and had no problem getting in as a 68D - scares the shit out of me that someone's life will be in his hands. He started BT in July at some point, not too sure when. He'll be doing AIT for 16 weeks @ Ft. Sam.

My uncle has been in for awhile, he's a 68X - he's currently in Iraq, and then will be stationed in Germany for 3 years. Did a 4yr station at Ft. Sam as an instructor - that's where our family is.

Sounds actually really nice. 68D and 68X have their roles but they're not for me, I want to be out there with the line unit helping the guys that have to be in the field everyday.

I always thought 68D would have a longer AIT, but I guess theirs' is shorter since they probably dont do as many field exercises.

Nothing against Army Combat Medics, know quite a few nice guys/gals that do it - but if you're that interested, what about Navy Corpsman? Can go Marines or SW, would be interesting.

Guess you could also go SW as a combat medic in the Army too ...

 

[Boo Boo]

Originally posted by: TallBill

Originally posted by: Boo Boo
at least you get to see your family before coming back in a box

At least he won't be a pussy like you, and 99% of us do make it home.

this pussy did his service and that 1% would still kick your pansy yellow ass

 

[mwmorph]

Originally posted by: dougp

Originally posted by: mwmorph
snip

Nothing against Army Combat Medics, know quite a few nice guys/gals that do it - but if you're that interested, what about Navy Corpsman? Can go Marines or SW, would be interesting.

Guess you could also go SW as a combat medic in the Army too ...

3 things,
1. not a fan of ships. Navy is not my thing.
2. Higher likelihood of being attached to a line unit in the Army.
3. Army lets you secure your MOS beforehand. Navy, you have to go to MEPS and then get a selection of choices. Given my ASVAB scores, I'd probably be stuck in a mechanic/maintenance position. Problem is though I have a lot of mechanical engineering/repair experience, that's not something I want to do.

 

[Sea Moose]

Originally posted by: Boo Boo
at least you get to see your family before coming back in a box

at least you get to see your family every day, while others risk their lives to maintain your freedom.





Fuck head

 

[CoinOperatedBoy]

Originally posted by: DAPUNISHER

Originally posted by: mwmorph


I was initially thinking that if the break came during BCT, i could use it to recover from when everyone inevitably get sick in BCT.

Why does everyone get sick?

It's all the kissing.