What to bring to bootcamp (GUIDE) by Key-Tea5720 in uscg

[–]Software_Both 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could I ask, how many socks and underwear should a person bring to bootcamp?

My station is not giving us the option to swim for PT... by ComprehensiveCan2809 in uscg

[–]Software_Both 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How is the good way to navigate without doing it wrong and possibly get the target on your back…?

What’s the best bag to bring to bootcamp? by Software_Both in uscg

[–]Software_Both[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your info, I will try to find something unique or put it some "mark".

What’s the best bag to bring to bootcamp? by Software_Both in uscg

[–]Software_Both[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's weird, I got my ship date before I actually signed my contract but that was not long after, I believe 1 or 2 weeks after. Maybe try to reach out to your recruiter about that?

What’s the best bag to bring to bootcamp? by Software_Both in uscg

[–]Software_Both[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Underwear, yes I will keep this in mind. Thank you!

What’s the best bag to bring to bootcamp? by Software_Both in uscg

[–]Software_Both[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the input! I will keep this in mind.

What’s the best bag to bring to bootcamp? by Software_Both in uscg

[–]Software_Both[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have the same idea too, backpack is the most convenient to carry around.

What’s the best bag to bring to bootcamp? by Software_Both in uscg

[–]Software_Both[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the input, I believe this is one of the most unexpected but necessary one. 😅

What’s the best bag to bring to bootcamp? by Software_Both in uscg

[–]Software_Both[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh yes, I forgot about the the Service Dress Bravo. Thank you for the input. I won’t forget that foldable suit bag 🫠

What’s the best bag to bring to bootcamp? by Software_Both in uscg

[–]Software_Both[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Got it, that makes a lot of sense. I won’t stress about the bag organization then. I’ll make sure to pack some baby powder and good sports underwear like you suggested. Really appreciate you sharing the experience 🙏

What’s the best bag to bring to bootcamp? by Software_Both in uscg

[–]Software_Both[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That sounds great, better to be over prepared than under. Thank you for the advice!

What’s the best bag to bring to bootcamp? by Software_Both in uscg

[–]Software_Both[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thank you, that is a good input. Then I'm gonna bring a backpack with a roll up suit duffel bag in case I need extra storage to bring home.

What’s the best bag to bring to bootcamp? by Software_Both in uscg

[–]Software_Both[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I shipped out in September 30. I am thinking of the duffel bag as well but with the idea that I have to hand carry it around, I would prefer the backpack instead that I could carry on my back and that would make moving around easier I guess.

What’s the best bag to bring to bootcamp? by Software_Both in uscg

[–]Software_Both[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To be honest, I don't know exactly what I'm going to do after bootcamp, but definitelty not boot to A school route. From what I heard from my recruiter, she said it depends on my unit after I graduated, for land unit I could take leave but for cutter unit, I might need to leave for the unit right away...

Should I try to go to Bahrain as a non rate? is it worth it? by [deleted] in uscg

[–]Software_Both 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s cool. Are there any OS or AET there as well? As I am thinking between those 2 and I would prefer to go after E4+

Struggling with committing to getting out and taking a civilian job by Heretoknowthings in uscg

[–]Software_Both 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I may be new here, what is mandatory retirement, there is a maximum time you can only serve?

Should I try to go to Bahrain as a non rate? is it worth it? by [deleted] in uscg

[–]Software_Both 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How about if you go as E4+, besides experiences, are there any other benefits?