I am A female that joined the navy what should i bring to boot camp?

Question

I am a little confused on this. I heard two things, one that you shouldnt bring anything, and the other you should bring a bag full of stuff. So now i dont know what to think.

Answer 1

Ask your recruiter for the list of approved things to bring with you.

But, you are authorized to bring all white bras. At least one real bra for uniform fittings and sports bra's. Whatever number the paper the recruiter will give you says. They just all have to be white.

All white underwear, cotton conservative Fruit of the Loom style.

An ALL black or ALL navy blue tank/speedo style swimsuit

A small address book if you want
A small bible if you want

A hair brush

Almost ALL of your toiletries are issues to you, but look at the list and follow it closely for things you might want to bring yourself.

Don't go crazy because they will put it in a box and ship it home just as quickly as you show it to them if it is not needed.

Put these things in the smallest backpack you can fit them into.

Do not dress all crazy the day you ship out. Try not to stand out by wearing a princess t-shirt or anything that will get you noticed and tormented. No crazy hair styles or colors. If you dye your hair think about what it will look like in 9 weeks with zero help.

Hope this helps.

Answer 2

When I went to Army basic training my recruiter gave me this list of things to pack. It filled a good size suitcase. When I got there I had to carry this darn bag along with all the stuff they issued me (which is everything they thought I needed). Once I got to my basic training company they took the bag and let me keep the feminine products out of it. That was it. The rest went into a locker until I graduated. I felt pretty stupid packing and carrying that bag through 3 airports and all the way around the post.

Heres what I tell people when we are shipping them off. If it won't fit in a school lunchbox then don't take it. Take enough stuff to get you by (bare minimums) for 3 days. Take $100 dollars in cash, ATM/Credit card, a photo ID, 1-2 weeks worth of underwear (because as a girl they don't issue those), feminine hygene products (especially if you are particular on brand then take enough for the whole time you will be there) personal hygene items, and something to sleep in the first night there. Navy bootcamp may be different then army basic but that is my advice.

Good luck.

Answer 3

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Answer 4

Your recruiter should give you a list of things to bring. However, you may be in that group of people that has a fewe days in a hotel during meps process of flying out. Pack light and only the basics. You will be issued basic toiletries when you get to BT. You don't need to take much. Take any perscription medication in the original container. small address book, stamps, gymn shorts and t-shirt, tennis shoes and socks. (You may not get issued navy shorts etc for a few days). 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.
Any excess items will be either shipped home or stored until after BT. Any unauthorized items will be confiscated. Good Luck!

Answer 5

your recruiter should tell you. its been 18 years since i seen the list of what to bring and i'm a male so i really didn't pay much antention to the female list. basics are and medication you take, any important paperwork and probably some good sports bras and any other female type item you may need. no candy or gum, i was limited to 20 dollars cash and one set of civilian clothes and then i had to mail them home! good luck, keep your head up and work hard....

Answer 6

you bring ONLY what you are told to bring, nothing more. everything will be sent back in a box to your family.

the clothes on your back and whatever paperwork needed to sign up for Dirrect Deposit and to initiate BAH if authorized.

That means no toiletries at all.. you will be given the opportunity to buy them when you get there. you can bring BC, although it will be re issued to you.

Answer 7

Ask your recuiter, I only brought the clothes on my back but the females brought some extra stuff, most of what you bring gets sent home anyway though

Answer 8

My dad being an Ex-Marine. DONT bring anything but A PAIR of clothes and a picture of your family. Everything else, im sorry to say, will be thrown away.

Answer 9

Bring your personal things, all others will be issued to you

Answer 10

Shouldn't the Navy be able to answer your question?