I am depthed in with the marines and am leavin this september what am i to expect???

Answer 1

You'll fly to either San Diego or S. Carolina depending on where you live. You'll be taken by bus from the airport to the Recruit Depot where you'll process in (sign a buch of papers, have medical exams, etc.), get issued cammies and gear, have your head shaved, and be assigned to a company and platoon.

After a week or so of processing, you'll begin training with your platoon which will include PT, drill, lots of classes about Marine Corps history and customs and courtesies. Mostly though, you'll be kept at a constant state of discomfort from the second you get up until the second you fall asleep.

Don't worry, anyone with the desire can do it. Think of it kind of like high school: it seemed really serious and important while you were there, but once you get out you realize how almost silly it was and that you never should have taken it so seriously. Just be loud and fast. You'll do fine!

Answer 2

Expect to live in contradiction. What you're exposed to by military and American media is significantly different than the whole, truthful story on the ground. Expect your concerns of discomfort to remain unaddressed; afterall, you've sacrificed your individuality in order to fit-in with the collective herd. If you're injured in active duty-do you really want to be in the hands of the bureaucratic Veterans Administration? I guess it's too late to think about that.

As a soldier, your goal is supposed to be "to preserve peace", but you may soon learn that the greatest tool in political leverage is six feet underground. The whole time you're there-figure out what you're going to do once you get out, because the world will need you to do something positive. Terminating another person's life to preserve your own is a karmic burden of a memory that will endure your whole life. Expect to leave the military a changed person and be prepared to submit your contribution to make our world a better place. Find a way to help the world that doesn't involve death.

Answer 3

THE BEST TIME OF YOUR LIFE... yeah that was joke. lol Although i had fun in basic. USMC boot is a little longer and different than what i went through though. But you'll get a challenge.. which is the best part. and just so you dont look like a panzy in front of everybody and have the DIs smoke the sh** out of you.. you'll climb that rope with pride and reach the top.. and you'll make it over that 10ft wall even though you're only 5'3". And you'll keep your mouth shut the whole time and keep your battle buddies in order so you dont get the sh** smoked out of you even though that will happen anyway.. just one less reason to get smoked. You'll get smoked before you eat, you'll get smoked after you eat.. but by the end.. you'll be ONE HOTT MARINE!!! And in the best shape of your life.. and think you're the SH**!!! And you WILL BE! lol Yeah not really... but you'll be really proud of yourself and look back at everything you've just done. You have to put your game face on.. the first day.. you're going to HATE IT! The first day sucks.. it's called shark attack. And that's exactly what it is. Just remember.. the DIs are human too and they went through what you're going thruogh.. and always look forward to graduation day. And NEVER count the days... they'll count the days for you... if at all possible.. lose track of the days.. you'll have a routine and you'll get used to it. And make the most of it.. make friends for life.. i did! i dont talk to anybody i went to high school with.. but i still talk to people i went to basic with! And just have fun.. look at it like.. fat camp. lol Even if you arent fat! And remember.. the weakest link is going to make it through.. that means YOU HAVE TO!!! :) And Take care and have fun!!!

Answer 4

Expect to be challenged like youve never been challenged in your life both physically and mentally. I recommend getting a head start before you leave. Start running often to get in shape, and do pull-ups and sit-ups. MEMORIZE your general orders and your ranks and everything else your recruiter recommends.

Answer 5

Expect extreme changes and routine.

Here is what to expect in the physical sense

http://www.usmchq.com/usmcresources/bootcamp.htm

Good luck and dont give up

Answer 6

expect to get your *** whooped

it doesnt matter how physically fit you are befor hand.. they are going to push you to your limit
youll be pissing yourself in pain

it doesnt matter how mentally sound you are
they are going to break you down
you will probably cry

and it doesnt matter how much sleep your used to
you wont be getting enough




oh and get used to eating with only one hand
your left (theory is always have your fighting hand ready)


and when you **** in a public place
leave the stall door open...
in boot camp you wont even get a stall

Answer 7

Expect a golden opportunity to prove you;re one of the best there is!!!!!
Do it, and you'll really be something special.

Answer 8

13 wks of fun.

a jolly old good time.. with skipping in the sunshine, and holding hands around the campire.. singing bible freak songs.

Answer 9

hard life. but, i'm sure you'll survive it. believe in yourself that you can make it. USMC is tough but, alot survived the boot camp. you'll be a changed man after. good luck.