What should I bring to Navy Boot Camp that I will most likely get to keep?

Question

I know that they give us a list of what to bring and what not, but what should I REALLY bring? What will I REALLY need?

Answer 1

I went through Navy bootcamp twice.

Once in 1977, as a boot.

And once again in 1985 as a NCO. [I got out, went to college and then re-enlisted]

Both times I went with the shirt on my back. They provide you everything you need, and you will pay for it. so why bring anything else?

Answer 2

You won't need anything minus what they give you. The less you bring the  better. Get plenty of sleep before you end up in great lakes. maybe a calling card. If your RDC's let you go over to Ricky Heaven you'll be able to call. Then again they might give you that when you get there I can't remember. Better to be safe then sorry. Also be prepared to think "What am I doing here?" when you first get there and make sure you keep up a good attitude and understand it eventually gets better.  

Answer 3

Just bring your body.  Everything else will be gathered up and put into storage or thrown away.

Answer 4

Not sure exactly what Navy gets to bring but Marines get:

The clothes they're wearing, photo ID, social security card, $20 for food on the way down, and a sheet of paper with addresses to write home

The clothes, ID, social security card, & spare change get locked up in storage once they reach their MCRD

Answer 5

a wallet with about $20 in it, a watch, a pocket sized religious text and a wedding ring.  everything else will be packed up and sent home.  anything you need will be provided to you or you will purchase there.  

Answer 6

If you believe in religion you can take your bible or koran

Vet-USAF

Answer 7

I'm trying to think of anything I took with me besides clothes.  When I got out I couldn't wear them anyway until 60 days into A-School.  I don't remember being able to keep anything "civilian."

Answer 8

You'll really need what's on the list. What ever else you need they'll tell you what it is and take you to the BX to buy it.

marriage certificate

spouse's and children's birth certificate(s)

divorce decree (of both husband and wife)

court decrees for alimony/child support

small Bible, Holy Scripture or other religious articles (if desired)

prescription or reading glasses or contact lens kit (no prescription sunglasses)

prescribed medications

civilian medical records if you have any medical condition that requires treatment

college transcripts

certificate of entry (for immigrant alien recruits)

Women should arrive in conservative, comfortable slacks or jeans and shirt. No tank tops, halter tops or short-shorts are permitted. Women are also required to bring these items:

6 white bras (standard white cotton -- two should be athletic support)

6 panties (white cotton)

sanitary items (as required)

2 white half-slips

2 pairs of pantyhose or stockings (skin tone)

shampoo (in small plastic container)

a copy of PAP smear if one was performed six months prior to ship date

If currently using birth control pills, bring the pills and a copy of exam records specifying the type(s) of birth control pills both currently and previously prescribed.

Male recruits should report wearing appropriate civilian clothing. All recruits may bring:

maximum of $25 in cash

light sweater or jacket (recommended in winter months)

postage stamps

Recruits - Do not bring:

food, candy, chewing gum or alcoholic beverages;

cigarettes or other tobacco products;

sharp objects, scissors, fingernail files or manicure kits;

lighter fluid, non-disposable lighters, matches, aerosol cans, perfumes, colognes, liquid shoe polish or any articles in glass containers;

radios, books, tape recorders, non-prescription or prescription sunglasses, musical instruments, sports equipment or cameras;

firearms, explosives, ammunition, knives or weapons of any kind;

calculators or electronic games;

lewd or obscene photographs or literature;

cards or dice;

non-prescription medicine, drugs or vitamins;

low-cut or two-piece swimsuits;

illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia;

Jewelry (except for a small religious medal, wedding and/or engagement ring and a conventional, conservative watch). While in uniform you're not allowed to wear any other jewelry.

Answer 9

A bible .

Answer 10

Take only what is on the list.  If you bring something you are not suppose to have you will not see it till you ship out to school.