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I rarely ever hear of anyone going to PI anymore. It used to be a big time port back in the day, when we had assets there. The best part about a westpac is Australia. That's the only real reason anyone ever wants to go on one. I've never been on a Med cruise, but the ports, on average, look...

I love the Batallion runs in Quantico. It means OCS is over...!

Pizza is over by the chow hall where you'll stand and wait forever for a cab to show up. Pizza and Gatorade.... Liberty will be from about 1600 Saturday to about 1300 or so on Sunday. Be ready for inspection upon the securing of liberty.

Nice Caddyshack reference. Man, I love that movie.

Kyna... You know, by your attitude, I don't think I'd want to serve with you anyhow. I don't think others would like you leading them either. Oh yes, I'm "rude" too, but truthful. If you want to get selected, I suggest you drop the "too bad so sad" attitude before writing your mission...

Wouldn't it depend on your job? Maybe you're currently applying for a confidential clearance right now. Do you know? Initially I had a confidential that eventually got bumped up to a secret, requiring more paperwork. However, that doesn't do me much good if what I need is a TS. It all...

I find that Thorlo hiking socks are pretty good. You may want to try them. Moleskin is what is typically used for preventative maintenance, so put that on what ever area(s) you are likely to get blisters. I've been told with blisters, that you shouldn't mess with them, just keep them clean...

Ouch... Yeah, I had three birthdays in a row that were on the water. It's hard to find a good bar onboard a ship.

Well, thanks for the life lesson, but those benefits you write about can also be derived from smaller private colleges as well. Actually learning the material you study can take place anywhere. I have to admit, getting your education paid for by the government is a great deal. Private...

Wow, I guess we've been wasting our time at our schools. I had no idea that I was getting less than what I would need to become a successful officer. That right there is what can give an academy grad that unfortunate reputation. I've met some really good guys from the academy, but why the...

I feel like I've been slimed or something...

The specific requirements vary between the Navy and Marine Corps. However, simply put, you must have first been enlisted and achieved at least a certain rank before being eligible. Then, you put in a package to be picked up as a CWO. You outrank every enlisted member but are still outranked...

Yeah, but you still get your check from KC.

Is this going to turn into a DFAS Cleveland vs. DFAS Kansas City discussion?

I think that show does all their filming with VMFAT-101 in Miramar. The film crew was on my ship once when we were on work-ups. Those guys suck.

My old CO on the Constellation was a NFO.

I've actually been there you jackass. Don't go getting all huffy with people just because you can only do 3 pullups. Besides, those are questions you should be asking your OSO and possibly a doctor. Do you think the people on this forum are the ones who will decide if you will ship to OCS...

As I stated earlier, if you cannot perform to the level expectation prior to shipping, they will probably have someone else fill your spot. Or, if you're leaving 1st increment, they may move you to 2nd increment to see if you heal.

If they don't think you're ready, given the results of your pre-ship PFT, you probably won't ship. If you can't do pull-ups because of a shoulder injury, you probably won't be able to climb ropes, walls, etc. In addition, they give you an initial PFT at OCS and if you fail it they send you...

These programs aren't just automatic. You'll have plenty of time for school before going through the rigors of getting picked up for a commissioning program while on active duty. Actually, there'll be plenty of time before you find out the results from your package, there just may not be much...

Mmmmm... Freebirds... Burritos... Heaven wrapped in a big ass tortilla...

Beer and chicken is excellent for physical events. Yes, I highly recommend beer and chicken.

I'm with you there. Here in Texas, you can get teased daily (not a bad thing though). Bring on the shock and awe!

That post was funny because it's true. By the way, you won't be serving with anyone who isn't in shape enough to make it through the program. People ask the same thing about Marine OCS. "Do they always yell at you?" Who cares? Can you run like the wind and stand at attention while that...

Yeah, like we're supposed to know what the smiley faces "really meant".

By doing ROTC you'll get to do a "one shot one kill" with OCS, however, you won't really get the freedom associated with the PLC program. It's all personal preference, I suppose.

Yeah, I dunno about those pictures... Why would dudes post pictures of other dudes?

Back in the day I slept on the 01 below the bow cats. It wasn't all that bad compared to the aircrew berthing/staterooms on the 03. I hated walking to the 03 level ship's store during flight ops, I could only imagine trying to sleep there. Anyhow, as you mentioned earlier, I learned the in's...

Amen to that! Should we move on to the steam cycle? Hehehe

Wow, that was like an EAWS lesson.

I would EASE into the running. Not only will it have a mental effect on you (such as hating it), but you could get shin splints, stress fractures, etc. I had a lower back injury during the winter and had to stop running for a bit. When I healed I jumped right back into running at a fast pace...

Errrrr....

1,2,3, 1! 1,2,3, 2! 1,2,3, 3! 1,2,3, 4! 1,2,3, 5! Marine Corps push- ups are a 2 for 1 deal. I'd have to say it's a bargain.

I was told about this site at a USMC OCS prep weekend in San Antonio, TX back in 2002. A Marine Major came out and spoke with those of us who were air contracts and recommended this site. I think he was a prowler pilot in the reserves who flew commercial as a civilian.

Hmmm... Thanks for the info. So instead of shining boots, you spend your time scrubbing them.

PLC's go in the summer...

How are the new boots in comparison to the ICB's or jungles? What are they like when they get wet? Rumor has it, they may be the source of a sudden increase in leg injuries at OCS. So I guess I shouldn't even bother bringing both pairs of boots back to OCS this summer? Maybe I should just...

So very true...

Wait, I could have sworn that I saw a squadron of helos deploying on a rather large group of zociacs....

The Marines don't own ships. They travel aboard Navy amphibs and carriers when attached to a MEU or airwing. Their own ships? I think not!

You may have to stencil something every night. Your stencil sheet will probably look like wadded up trash by the end of OCS.

I too am prior-enlisted (Navy) and am currently in the PLC program. Although the requirements for different programs may vary, you can make a comparison and draw your own conclusions. I'll begin by saying that I think you're in there. The emphasis during my application process was always on...

Run-drops are those who couldn't keep up the pace and fell back from the squad. Having a run-drop can suck for everyone. The one who "dropped" tends to have a harder time physically, mentally, and when concerning evaluations. Also, depending on who you're running with (Plt Sgt, Plt Cdr, Sgt...

You are always considered a candidate. Although, I believe you are also considered a poolee after completing at least one session of OCS. You do not wear any type of rank insignia on your collar as a candidate (except what they'll give you during leadership billets at OCS). You'll have white...

Fun?? It's not really designed to be fun. In fact, it's really not that fun. It's supposed to be an extremely abbreviated version of what to expect at OCS. Some people actually drop from the program after that weekend. Of course, I'm sure that varies from place to place. Last year we got...

So I had it all wrong then... Thanks for the help.

Does that mean that you can ruin your chances of getting jets by making a lower score on the ASTB? I've already taken it and passed to become a PLC air contract, but I never heard that any particular score will determine whether or not you fly jets or helos. Am I just misunderstanding the posts?

I don't know how it works at Navy OCS, but save yourself the trouble and avoid talking to the opposite sex at USMC OCS. I witnessed candidates getting fired from leadership positions on the spot for this. It's not even worth the trouble.

Hmmm, I don't know. Last year, I ran 4 to 6 times a week varying from 3-5 miles and still got shin splints at OCS. In fact, I've been training to go back to PLC Sr's this summer and have developed a case again. I've rested for a week and a half, while easing back into regular running and it...

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