sTUPID qUESTIONS aBOUT ocs

[flynavy830]

We stayed out to 2-3am, crashed at SO hotels, and then came back in time for the candio run/last eating by the numbers meal. We were so cool.

That's funny. I went to my friends graduation and thought he was crazy/breaking rules when we stayed up late and crashed at a hotel. Then drove back to base super early for last run, I had no idea that was allowed! Seemed so weird to go out and party then sneak back in and run one last time. But I guess it's at the end so it's a little different.

 

[Kyle Stevens]

Aside from that basics, such as toiletries, necessary undergarments, and importanat documents, is there anything we should bring to OCS that you wish someone told you about beforehand that you previously hadn't thought of? Just want to make sure I have everything set before I fly to Rhode Island tomorrow morning!

 

[NicNakPaddywhak]

Aside from that basics, such as toiletries, necessary undergarments, and importanat documents, is there anything we should bring to OCS that you wish someone told you about beforehand that you previously hadn't thought of? Just want to make sure I have everything set before I fly to Rhode Island tomorrow morning!

I didn't see motivation in that packing list.

 

[swopeful]

I asked this on another thread but didn't receive a response. Does anyone have insight on OHARP with dependents? Needs of the Navy versus personal request. Would one receive regular w/Dep BAH or the partial rate?

 

[scsmith43]

I asked this on another thread but didn't receive a response. Does anyone have insight on OHARP with dependents? Needs of the Navy versus personal request. Would one receive regular w/Dep BAH or the partial rate?

Since your username is "swopeful" i'm going to assume you are SWO and therefore won't be receiving OHARP.

 

[MR]

I asked this on another thread but didn't receive a response. Does anyone have insight on OHARP with dependents? Needs of the Navy versus personal request. Would one receive regular w/Dep BAH or the partial rate?

Just graduated ocs as a swo. You won't get oharp.

 

[MR]

Aside from that basics, such as toiletries, necessary undergarments, and importanat documents, is there anything we should bring to OCS that you wish someone told you about beforehand that you previously hadn't thought of? Just want to make sure I have everything set before I fly to Rhode Island tomorrow morning!

Not really. You'll have an opportunity to purchase anything you'll need at nex.

 

[MR]

Is overnight Liberty after Hi Moms discretionary? Can those who have recently graduated speak to this? The last time i saw this specifically addressed was years ago.

Overnight liberty after hi mom's is pretty much guranteed.

 

[MR]

Does anyone know when they start counting days toward the 12 weeks? Does it automatically start the Sunday you go in or do days start counting once you meet your class team?

It's actually a little shorter than 12 weeks. You improcessing on Sunday and graduate on a Friday. Two days short of 12 weeks.

 

[MR]

FYI...There is discussion happening right now to cut OCS to 10 weeks. This was confirmed by RDC's at OCS. NOTHING IS FOR SURE YET. Also, poopie suits are back bitches. No metal helmets though.

 

[Caesium]

FYI...There is discussion happening right now to cut OCS to 10 weeks.

Interesting. Do you know what the argument for it is?

 

[scsmith43]

Interesting. Do you know what the argument for it is?

Because after week 1 of candio phase you don't do shit

 

[PhillipC]

Got a stupid question here. Will I be able to wear my parachutist badge in the NWU? Also does the px on post have Army awards? Or will I need to purchase these before I go to OCS?

 

[NicNakPaddywhak]

Got a stupid question here. Will I be able to wear my parachutist badge in the NWU? Also does the px on post have Army awards? Or will I need to purchase these before I go to OCS?

I'm almost positive the NEX Uniform shop carries awards for all branches. You'll need to figure out which ones are authorized for wear in Navy uniforms. Your parachutist badge should get stitched on when your nametape does, just make sure that the NEX knows that you need it.

 

[LFCFan]

Because after week 1 of candio phase you don't do shit

If that's true, I can kind of get behind it. The folks up at OTCN have spent so much time messing with the shitshow that is the first 3 weeks and have totally neglected the last 3 weeks. If you don't have a "real" billet you don't do much, and if you do, you hardly sleep. It's terrible division of labor. I hope this isn't why they are doing it, and that they try to fix candio phase rather than throw the baby out with the bathwater.