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Return the form to your recruit according to the instructions. As you approach the gate, ensure everyone has their ID out and ready to present to the guards. The barber shop is openon Tuesdays from 0900-1730 for all authorized patrons. Members: 13149 The ceremony will last for about 45 minutes. No you are good. Q2.
Once again, it is best to check in with your sailor to see if there have been changes to the graduation date or if the base has established new guidelines that would affect the ceremony. If the one you want is not there, then click on a PIR video and then change the date in the URL to the date you want. Ooof.
Our priority is to ensure, to the greatest extent possible, that graduates present the lowest risk to our operational units when departing training and to protect the health and safety of our staff.
Photography of your graduate on base in encouraged. School will be starting soon and I can't believe summer is almost over. Make sure to read ourCommunity Guidelinesand this Navy Operations Security (OPSEC) checklist- loose lips sink ships! I took the cover off the book so it was flatter in the envelope. https://www.facebook.com/NavalServiceTraining also has items at times. To everyone with a loved one at RTC or soon to be there,we say, "Welcome!" For specific questions and inquiries, contact the RTC Public Affairs Office. 
I still use it even after 5 years. The cost of the dinner is$14 for adults, $7 for children ages 5-12, and free if under 5.
If you want to make sure you have the most accurate date, you will want to check in with your sailor to make sure that there have not been changes made recently. The Exchange will be made available to graduation attendees before and after the graduation ceremony from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Q7. TRACEN Cape May will provide transportation to a transit hub like they used when they first arrived.
Recruits are informed of changes we are making and follow-on companies will be notified as we move forward. You will make it thru boot camp we all do. The ID Card Office isworking in an appointment only basis. 
Please continue to check this official FORCECOM webpage and our U.S. Coast Guard Training Center Cape May (Official) social media page for updated information, as they are the only official sources of information from the Training Center. Q5. Speed limits will be enforced. Chipmunk- Good Morning. We are constantly monitoring this very dynamic and fluid situation and will release information and updates as they become available. Latest Activity: 9 seconds ago, Share !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js";fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document,"script","twitter-wjs"); Several others who have begun this journey before you are here to help.
The tailor shop is open for over-the-counter business for permanent party personnel by appointment only at (ext 6906) onThursday. Please plan accordingly so each person listed can check in to receive a ticket for the graduation ceremony. 3452, 2650 Green Bay Road Great Lakes, IL 60088, Additional information on ticketing is also available at www.bootcamp.navy.mil.
**UPDATE 7/29/2021** You now must be fully vaccinated in order to attend PIR: In light of observed changes and impact of the Coronavirus Delta Variant and out of an abundance of caution for our recruits, Sailors, staff, and guests, Recruit Training Command is restricting Pass-in-Review (recruit graduation) to ONLY fully immunized guests (14-days post final COVID vaccination dose). Staying busy is key and start writing now so when that form letter comes you can mail those letters off right away. His cell number is 847-212-0246. When will the Form Letter come and what is in it? 
Hi Partyofseven - Yes, school is starting here soon as well, and my husband was lamenting that our daylight hours are going to be shortening. This ceremony is a celebration of their impressive achievements and is something that every sailors friends and family should normally make their best effort to attend. Tickets are now issued for all guests, and all guests must have a ticket to enter base.
If you fly in, renting a car will make your life easier. If you can go you will be amazed at the change that happened in just 10 short weeks. 
The form letter includes your recruit's address, so now you can mail out all the letters you have been writing. The speed limit through housing on Pennsylvania and Delaware Avenueson the way to the gate is 25 mph. Many friends and families have a tradition of getting custom shirts with the name of their sailor on them. Tickets will only be issued to those guests who the graduating recruit has verified will be attending. 35 Replies
0 Likes, Started by Krystal. Don't worry 1StepForward - he's got this! Attendance at events is a privilege. The names of the guests will be listed on, Be sure to check out the Pages to the right, (under the pictures of the Members) for additional information.
**NOTE: There is a virtual graduation for your Sailor that you can watch on the RTC FaceBook page. This site is for mothers of kids in the U.S. Navy and for Moms who have questions about Navy life for their kids. Go to the Recuit Division Apparel page and order today. For the time being they are also still Live Streaming the PIR ceremony. Please see changes to attending PIR in the PAGES column. Tweet I'm borderline grateful RTC days are slow as molasses here. Do not bring other guests to your appointment. Next stop is Nuke training. This base is located in Illinois and is about 45 minutes outside of Chicago. R1. Our Exchange will be open to visitors from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for authorized guests and graduates to purchase Coast Guard items or by visiting www.shopcgx.com. Based on the dynamic nature of domestic travel and Coast Guard operations, recruits may not have firm travel plans until just before graduation. call and when will s/he be able to call again? Print your photos off and send a few at a time. http://www.facebook.com/USCoastGuardBootCamp. 4 Replies
There are many hotels in the area and there is information in the grad pack and on this site about them. Some days we just chat, some days we answer questions, or talk about the hard stuff with our kid's life in the Navy.
The copies will rub off of there uniforms and they will get into trouble for it. As a result of our vaccine and mitigation efforts, recruitswill be permitted to invite guests to attend their graduation ceremony. If a guest arrives and they are not on the recruit's list, they will not be allowed on base for graduation. With the outbreak of Covid-19, every graduation ceremony currently scheduled will only be viewable virtually. There are many resources available to help families cope with the issues brought about by this virus. Failure to followinstructioncan result in your removal. Do not stop, get out, and take pictures while in line at the gate. One of the best things we can all do is stay informed. The uniform requirement for Coast Guard personnel is TROPS (Spring/Summer) and Service Dress Blue (Fall/Winter).
As of the writing of this article, dates for graduation have only been published through April.
Each recruit can invitetwo guests(max, no exceptions) to attend in person to maintain capacity limitations. Once the recruits graduate will they be flown to the original place they left from so families can meet them there?
Powered by, Badges | There is no strict dress code in place for graduation ceremonies at the Navy base. Just print them out, don't copy them. See Saving Money PIR Weekend and PIR Day and Liberty during PIR Weekend. Child Development Center - dependents of CG and federal government civilians are eligible to return to the CDC. Click hereto learn common Navy terms and acronyms! to ONLY fully immunized guests (14-days post final COVID vaccination dose). The address for the graduation ceremony is as follows: 11025 W Downey Rd, North Chicago, IL 60064. Changes to graduation dates are possible if a quarantine is required. Recruit training graduations are normally held on Fridays at 11:00 a.m., but can be changed to meet training center needs. Changes to this guide happened in October 2017. If you are unable to provide proof of vaccination, you willnotbe able to attend, and willnotbe issued tickets to attend. **UPDATE 4/26/2022** Effective with the May 6, 2022 PIR 4 guests will be allowed. The Recruit Family Welcome Center will be open on the following days and times: Thursday [10:00 AM to 7:30 PM], and Friday [5:30 AM to 8:00 AM]. No matter how you plan on getting to the base, you will want to account for the heavy traffic of Chicago as well as the heavier than normal traffic that will come from the graduation day. Guests 12 or older need to provide proof ofimmunization (14 days post final dose,)in the form of a COVID-19 vaccination record card, to attend. Related Article Marine Boot Camp Graduation Info. Your recruit will indicate the names of up to FOURguests who will be permitted to receive tickets and attend PIR. To avoid conflict with certain Federal Holidays, graduations are sometimes shifted to Thursday. ALL GUESTS 3 YEARS OLD AND OLDER MUST HAVE A TICKET TO ATTEND PIR, INCLUDING MILITARY GUESTS (ACTIVE DUTY, RESERVE, RETIRED, VET). For the safety of all visitors, leave bags, purses, suitcases, etc.,of any type in your car and do not take them to the ceremony.
Also, if you are flying, some airlines, such as Southwest, will allow you to change your flightwithout a charge if something happens, so you do not have to book refundable tickets. If you do, security will turn you around and leave the base until the appropriate time. No extra guests allowed, no exceptions. :). CDC services have been expanded to include a Preschool Program and a School Age Program. Good Morning Everyone and welcome to our group.
It is our desire that this Group will provide the information, encouragement, and support you need while your loved one is at RTC in Great Lakes.
Guests are invited to the on-base dinner on Thursday inthe Harborview at 5:30 p.m. Double-check the address the recruiter gave you against those athttp://www.bootcamp.navy.mil/faq.html#contacting_recruits, but we strongly encourage you to wait on the form letter before sending mail to your recruit since the address provided by the recruiter prior to that can be wrong up to 11 business days or more after the recruit's arrival if the recruit failed the first attempt at the run and then passed (or failed) the second attempt and was ASMO'd to a different division (or to SEPS) or if RTC needed to move recruits for some reason. The chaplains are available by phone as needed and emergent appointments if necessary. As of this time, the ceremony is not open to the public. Tickets will be distributed at the Recruit Family Welcome Center, located inside the Navy Exchange Burkey Mall, Bldg.
All drivers must possess a valid drivers license. Last reply by Chipmunk Jul 23. All of those guests attending must be present with ID to pick up the ticket in person. SARGE'S MEET & GREET - BACK AS OF 3/18/2022. Children ages 2 and under do not need a ticket to attend PIR, but a copy of the child's birth certificate may be presented in order for the child to attend PIR. Can I trust it? :).
Recruits will confirm their guests attendance on graduation week. The base continues to evolve our training and operations based on the most recent CDC, Coast Guard, and New Jersey guidance. Again, if you dont have a ticket you will NOT be allowed entry to the base. (Hint: When you can speak an entire sentence using only acronyms and one verb, you're truly a Navy mom.). Always keep Navy Operations Security in mind.
Required fields are marked *. It is ok to send moleskin and some stamps if you like. We will be constantly evaluating the environment and working with our federal, state and local partners to make the best decision for all here with the goal of preserving the Coast Guard workforce. Heres a couple examples of Sailors using the HERO8 while serving: Click Hereto pick up the GoPro HERO8 camera today. Choose your Username. These are a big fat no no.
**UPDATE 4/26/2022 - Revised to 4 guests as of the May 6th, 2022 PIR. Once you know your recruit's PIR date, be sure to join the group for that date. Can recruits take anything to BC with them? No walk-ins. Sometimes a form letter is not mailed by accident and if it has been at least 3 calendar weeks since your recruit arrived at RTC and you do not have a form letter, then you can call the recruiter and get the address and mail letters to your recruit since the address in the system should be the correct one at that point, but be sure to double-check the address against those athttp://www.bootcamp.navy.mil/faq.html#contacting_recruits or Ship/Division--How it Works. ***Graduation Public Service Announcements***, National Vessel Documentation Center (NVDC), Marine Safety Information Bulletins (MSIB), http://www.facebook.com/USCoastGuardBootCamp, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil.
Go to "Settings" above to set your Username. 1stepforward- Welcome to our group. (You will need to click "View All" to see all of them. All graduating recruits are provided with travel to their first unit. Report an Issue | You may also find pics in https://www.navy.mil/viewGallery.asp.
RTC will stream PIR live at http://navylive.dodlive.mil/beginning at 8:45 am CST on the day of PIR for those who are unable to attend in person. Face Coverings are required. Be sure to check out the Pages to the right (under the pictures of the Members) for additional information.
Your SR will call home to say they are a Sailor but they still have to pass final PFA in order to graduate. Graduations are held on the Parade Field or the Flores Gymnasium depending on weather. I did the same with moleskin and I sent him some photos as well. (A Guide to Navy Abbreviations and Terminology), Division T-Shirts, Graduation Photos, The Keel, and DVD of PIR. Guestsare invited to the on-base dinner inthe Harborview at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Exchange is open for all authorized patrons. The dates of graduation that have been currently released for Recruit Training Command Great Lakes include: Special Note: Click Here to check out a great graduation gift idea for your new Sailor.
Finally, for those of you who have received the "I'm a sailor" call or have been to PIR - I invite you to join the. We are glad that you are here. The names of the guests will be listed on the Security Access Form. mean? The form letterwill also tell you the date of PIR, so you can start making plans for your trip.