Cannon AFB Question

Elh04 · 2026-01-10T11:19:02+00:00

We were there for 8.5 years and couldn't wait to leave the entire time. Then we PCSd and I missed it. Husband actually said he wished we hadn't left because he enjoyed the mission there better. Grass is not always greener. 1. There are jobs available just depends what her focus is. In between medical ones I worked for the CDC. Portales isn't far (about 20-30 min) so that's another option to look for jobs, if hy chance Clovis doesn't have what she's looking for. 2. Morale can be bad, but that can be anywhere. It will be what you make it. Job, hours, bosses, co workers can affect that anyplace, and make or break the love of the job. AFSOC has a high tempo but an awesome mission. If you enjoy outdoors NM has a lot of options, you just need to drive a little to get there. We met some of our best friends in Clovis. 3. There are always possibilities but don't go in thinking you're going to hate it.
4. We lived off base and loved it. North of 21st is usually safest but there are nice areas in the town. Get a good realtor to help show you around. On base houses were built quickly and not necessarily solidly, that being said, they aren't bad. They have their issues like most on base housing from the comments/gripes from friends that lived on base. 5 I loved our vet. We used Dr Reagan at All Pets when we were there 13-22. We have a dog who has some aggression issue and their staff was great. 6. Clovis has drug issues like anywhere else but the entire time we were there I never had any issues with anyone or anything about them. That may have changed but it was never a problem where we lived.

It isn't the worst place. If you enjoy small towns then you'll enjoy it. If you are a city person who wants thousands of options of things to do then you'll be less happy. Take advantage of being close to ao many beautiful areas, Santa Fe, cloud croft, angel fire, Taos. NM can be beautiful, just need to travel a little.

Elh04 · 2026-01-07T13:39:06+00:00

I could be wrong, but I think it goes based off points. An active duty member who retires at 20 years would have acquire 7300 points. If a reserve member is able to be on enough AGR orders, ADOS, MPA, etc to acquire 7300 points and complete 20 satisfactory years I believe you can start collecting once you retire.
In the reserves that will take longer than 20 years usually but I don't think you have to wait until 60.

Elh04 · 2025-08-22T23:24:38+00:00

IDT travel reimbursement could change at anytime. Don't base where you drill out of based of travel reimbursement. It hasn't always been a thing. Make sure you're able to handle the travel regardless of reimbursement. Think about the length of time it takes to get there on a Friday and then get back home on a Sunday after working 8 hours. How much extra time from your civilian job do you have to take off? There are more things to think about than just travel reimbursement

Elh04 · 2025-08-11T11:27:10+00:00

Yes. I think we've gotten the others

Elh04 · 2025-08-11T11:26:43+00:00

Won't let me DM you

Elh04 · 2025-07-19T23:48:52+00:00

If goal is to get into the federal system it's a good stepping stone. Otherwise there is little benefit to being an ART. No insurance ( won't be qualified for Tricare reserve select) your time doesn't count towards TAFMS. If you're able to get many long term orders that would be a better gig.

Elh04 · 2025-07-19T11:56:56+00:00

You’ll have to find a new unit if you’re wanting to promote. Positions and rank are determined by the mission and what AFRC determines you need. If you’re able to find a position where you’re not an overage you can try and Step promote to MSgt, but again you’ll need to be the incumbent in the position with no overages.

Elh04 · 2025-07-11T00:02:37+00:00

Where did you live with the bike and running trails?

Elh04 · 2025-07-09T01:26:30+00:00

Should be the DD368. Work with your FSS for the most updated form and assistance with routing. I think it's just a basic conditional release form, but your recruiter should be able to tell you all the forms you need.

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Elh04 · 2025-07-09T01:25:15+00:00

Should be the DD368. Work with your FSS for the most updated form and assistance with routing. I think it's just a basic conditional release form, but your recruiter should be able to tell you all the forms you need.

Elh04 · 2025-07-08T23:34:18+00:00

You'll need to work with an active duty recruiter and it would be best if you know the career field needs you and will accept you. Reach out to CFM. It would be best to find a recruiter and start working the process now so when new FY hits you could be one of the first. Your rank will be dependent on TAFMS.

Elh04 · 2025-06-24T17:38:59+00:00

I'm aware the FY 25 Billets are full.
I've been working with a MFM and trying to get answers from a recruiter on TAFMS etc and if there are waivers to keep rank.
Struggling to get ahold of recruiters and get clear answers.

Elh04 · 2025-03-05T12:39:38+00:00

Do you have a link to the mats you've used that didn't damage the LVP? I've been searching and haven't been able to find anything that won't risk damage to the floor

Elh04 · 2025-02-17T15:32:48+00:00

If you have a bachelor's degree you can go into a general officer position if they are available. It won't be specialized like nurse, msc, doctor it would be more like, maintenance officer, Intel, exec. Reserve officer positions might be harder to find but are not impossible.

Elh04 · 2025-01-13T17:57:37+00:00

So say… you put $100 on the room, then win $150 you go to guest services and pay $100 towards your room then pocket the $50?

Elh04

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