a week in the life @ AIR FORCE TECH SCHOOL // 2018

WELCOME TO A WEEK IN MY LIFE, ENJOY :)
no lie this is basically what every single week has consisted of since I got to Goodfellow! ! I have been at tech school for a little over 2 months now and have enjoyed it so far!! I’m sorry this vlog is basically just me talking to y’all all week but I just miss vlogging so much and I really needed to put a vid up, so thank y’all so much for watching!! 🤗
Also, I put together a GYM BASED workout program of exercises that I think will help get you in better shape for BMT. It is focused around building up overall strength but more specifically improving your run, push ups, and sit ups. I am looking for 5-10 people who would be interested/willing to try this program and update me on there progress! If this is something you would be interested in, please message me on either of my instagrams!! 💓
FITNESS IG : @samantha.fit
IG : @imsaamantha
MY YEAR : • 2017.
My experience @ BMT: • My Experience at Basic...
What to expect @ BMT: • What to Expect at Basi...
PT @ BMT: • What to Expect at BMT ...
Packing for BMT: • Air Force BMT packing ...
All other AF videos: • AIRMEN'S WEEK // BASIC...

[@rivandriel]

I remember watching your "My Experience at AF BMT" video before I left for basic in January... my MTI actually pulled up that video on his phone and said he likes watching KZbin videos to see what 'trainees' think lol :)

[@Samantharoot]

OH MY GOSH THAT MAKES ME SO HAPPY!!!

[@BradyuNunez]

i wish i wouldve vlogged consistently during tech school! and btw i ate nowhere near as healthy as you hahah. i used to go HAM in the DFAC lmao

[@Samantharoot]

I went ham for about the first week and then realized there is NOOO way I could do that for 6 months 😂😂

[@BradyuNunez]

Samantha Hill lmao I hear you. What’s your AFSC?

[@RandyCantu]

I was at Goodfellow too!! Nice to see another AF KZbinr, keep it up!🙋🏻‍♂️

[@layahreign835]

New subscriber! I’m joining the navy but I still like to watch military vlogs of female military youtubers in all branches. It makes me super excited to ship out...I also started my own channel as well!

[@Samantharoot]

very cool!! I subscribed :) good luck!!

[@layahreign835]

Samantha Hill thanks!!! Means a lot

[@kidthndr2]

Im sending all my subscribers over who ask about BMT straight to your channel , to ask their airforce questions.

[@Samantharoot]

woohoo!!

[@TheWhitehammy]

Really random...but does she remind anyone else of Rory from the Gilmore Girls??

[@piggypeach8376]

Amen

[@thecherishedlife]

Aw man, I wish I had known about vlogging when I went to tech school... 11 years ago! I really enjoyed watching this, was totally a blast from the past!

[@erinpriester7899]

you had your own car during tech school? lucky girl! Also, what was your job specialty? I'll be going to Goodfellow in a few months as a Fusion Analyst

[@Monk.malik.]

Erin Priester how is fusion analyst. I had that on my 9 jobs for them to choose from. So I might get that but more likely something like cyber or ops intel or system ops intel

[@maddiehoffman6199]

Erin Priester sane!!

[@taylorpaxton4188]

Just enlisted today with the Nevada Air National Guard! Awaiting for a ship date for BMT. Chose Geospatial Intelligence as my career job, thanks to you! This was my first video when job searching, thank you for your videos Sam!!!!

[@judyrose6358]

I know this was two years ago and I might have already posted here in the comments before, but you live near where I do. I love going shopping in Derby!!

[@kaylabrown9540]

I tried those brownies you made on Instagram and they are SO GOOD & the perfect amount! Also you’re set for months with those Girl Scout cookies, I’m jealous!

[@Samantharoot]

THEY ARE SO ADDICTING!!! and I know right we have a ridiculous amount of cookies 😂

[@mikescott1552]

Bud brownies?

[@imgonnalivemylife123]

Omg billie eilish I love!! Also I’m about to ship and we’re around the same age and your videos have made me so much more at ease about everything so thaaaank you for that

[@Samantharoot]

I am so glad they have been helpful!! good luck :)

[@maryr6935]

I’ve wanted to join for almost four years now but I’m anxious being away from home because I get homesick fast. And I get very anxious and I can be sensitive when they yell directly at me but I want to get out my comfort zone and make a big change

[@lulubelljingles9701]

Go for it my son loved it and he’s building a nice life for himself. It’s part of growing up. You never know you could be stationed close to home. Find what the bases are in your area and the jobs there. You get plenty of leave. You can zoom call . You will make plenty of friends. Good luck .

[@ricojacobs6530]

Goodfellow!! I lived in San Angelo for several years before moving to San Antonio! Small town. Pretty chill base.

[@iAmandaBailey]

Halo Top is one of my favorites!

[@Samantharoot]

its so good!!!

[@CodyBowers]

Just saw this and wow tech school seems really cool and fun! I’m strongly considering enlisting in the Air Force and this video helped ease my mind about tech school

[@radicalfinatical9300]

Did you join right after high school?

[@Jtravelvlogg]

Vampires diaries is good but Originals is way better

[@rogermclaughlin5510]

Thanks for your service to our country. Stay safe.

[@MrCreamtivityFlows]

OMG YOURE BACK!! I've missed your channel omg!

[@Samantharoot]

💕

[@nigelgomes4188]

Do you have this freedom in all tech schools? I went to AIT which is Army equivalent and it was just an extension of Basic.

[@TheGarrett9687]

Nigel Gomes that’s a hard no my dude.

[@TheManUpPodcast]

TheGarrett9687 lmaoooo

[@geraldinewhite062]

No. No you don't. Not even close.

[@jthouston44]

Airforce army NOT THE SAME

[@emmaline171]

oh my I’m obsessed with your videos! I’m thinking about joining the national guard when I graduate, but I’m not sure if I should...

[@martinmclaughlin4156]

I miss my tech school days, but I will say being operational is so much better. You're gonna love it! What's you AFSC? And do you know what base you're assigned?

[@Samantharoot]

I am so ready to be done with training and actually feel productive in the AF! I'm guard and I'm a geo analyst, what about you??

[@martinmclaughlin4156]

Samantha Hill I'm active duty first term. I'm Fuels at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in NJ. I did NOT want to come here haha. I'm planning on palace chasing at my 2 year mark. I really miss home and my friends, so I want to transfer to guard. Other than missing home, the AF is pretty cool 😁

[@allielayson7008]

Do you recommend the AF so far? I just took my ASVAB and got an 80 and I’d really like to join but half of my family is against it and have told me to wait.

[@MauriAllure]

Allie Layson Girl do what you want. It’s your life not theirs

[@Samantharoot]

it is a big decisions but it is entirely up to you! I have gained a lot of awesome experience from the AF so far :)

[@johnbaloona9185]

It’s your life not your parents. Unless they’re gonna pay for everything it’s your choice. I recommend joining military tbh I’m enlisting in the army lost 43 pounds to do so

[@thecherishedlife]

Joining the AF is the best decision I have ever made! You will have so many amazing experiences and make the best friends you have ever had ❤️

[@Makeematnite]

Your roomie was in my sister flight at bmt lol

[@egg3288]

Did you get the roomie out of your sister? Sounds painful

[@joshuaharding717]

Another great video Samantha! What does the blue braid on your uniform signify? Also, do you plan on using any of the educational benefits that the Air Force/Guard provides?

[@Samantharoot]

Thank you so much :) and the teal rope I wear shows that I am a member of the SASH program (students against sexual harassment) and yes I most definitely plan on using my education benefits when I start college in the fall!!

[@abbieamavi]

*awh so cute how you two roomies seem to get along so well! I lost it at **5:22**, why is that me* 😂😂and I have only had about 1-2 flavors of Halo, but I'd say maybe the mint flavor?

[@Recklessjen]

What was your ASVAB score? P.s. love your videos 💕

[@agitatedafriyk5619]

Your roommate really likes to say yee. 😂

[@Samantharoot]

I say yee yee all the time, it rubbed off on her 😂

[@mslina7764]

Awesome vlog! I am going for army myself but I watch all branches because I think every branch is really interesting in their own ways :) I wanted to go AF originally but because of my stupid brain I couldnt even pass their practice test which was really embarrassing! I just started a channel of my own, still in the somewhat works, my camera quality Is terrible and I see you have a MUCH better camera than I do so I was a little jealous XD but hey awesome vlog! I didn't even realize it was close to 20 minutes because I was so into your vlog :)

[@ott2402]

Our tech school had the BEST salad bar. The high light of New Mexico. :P

[@paulaarce9331]

Where are your sunglasses from? @3.24 I LOVE THEM!

[@yasaminegordon9662]

Thank you so much for making these videos I appreciate it so much plus I enjoy watching the dad to day stuff in the AF bc I plan joining in the future

[@Samantharoot]

good luck :)

[@redkeepersylar]

Can you use a laptop/ipad for notes during tech school? Also, is it like college in that you have to write papers and stuff, or only tests and quizzes on what you learn?

[@michellet8438]

After watching this I felt compelled to try a bunch of new Halo Top flavors! I really like lemon cake, s’mores, cookies n cream, candy bar, peanut butter cup, and strawberry. I’ve also tried chocolate covered banana but it tasted more like a banana popsicle, so if you like those you will probably like that one, and chocolate almond, and you could really taste the almonds. And it sorta tasted like butter pecan too..

[@Samantharoot]

IT IS SOO ADDICTING!!!

[@TravelsWithHannah]

What exactly is on the base? Like what store did you go to? Can you drive off base or do you just drive around the base?

[@Samantharoot]

The base has like a gym, bowling alley, an event center (pool tables, ping pong) a commissary/BX! I get all my food at the commissary but you are allowed to leave base after the first month so I go off base a lot!

[@janiyahtaylor9116]

what is your job that you're training for? I think for my tech school i'll be going to Goodfellow but didn't know what all jobs are there ... Im super excited i leave for basic in a week and some days

[@gillianricci5388]

Wow my AF tech school experience was nothing like this... but I’m glad it seems to be going well for you, thank you for your service !

[@Samantharoot]

thank you!!

[@memoirsofthemisunderstood8761]

Thanks for the heads up and what to somewhat expect into tech school, can’t wait till my journey to become a Fighter Pilot.

[@Samantharoot]

good luck!!

[@memoirsofthemisunderstood8761]

Danke (German fo thank you)

[@gabrielarivera2692]

I just thumbs up even before watching it! All your videos are awesome! ❤

[@Samantharoot]

THANK YOU SO MUCH :)

[@elizabethfrawley9512]

OMG I love Vampire Diaries! Klaus, Elijah, and Damon are my faves! Not necessarily in that order.

[@dianeharder1572]

Hey! I’m thinking about enlisting but I am curious about the ball... would I have to wear my uniform?

[@baylieroberts5971]

I’m thinking about joining the AF reserves. Any advice to ease any doubts I may have? Love your videos!!

[@Samantharoot]

thank you so much!! :) and I would just weigh your decisions out and remember that it is a big step but there are so many great benefits that could be very helpful for you! and no matter what, you will get great experience from it!!

[@megan8812]

The vampire diaries is so good!!😂

[@jordandotson7123]

That’s my teal rope HUAH

[@nayeli8275]

I really want to join the air force when I'm 18 and your videos really help me know what to expect

[@Samantharoot]

i'm so glad!!

[@joeycastillo9665]

your little brother is a wrestler how dope 😂! I loved the video, nice job. I’d love to see more

[@Samantharoot]

wrestling is awesome, and thank you :)

[@abbieamavi]

7:36 what was she doinggggg 😂😂 wait, just realized she was probably trying to get into the top bunk lol same

[@purnit]

so if everyone has to send all of their things back home, and when you're not working you can't wear any of your civilian clothes at all?

[@agampreetkaurnagra6133]

Can you make an updated one pleaeeeeeee!!! i LOVE THESE!!!

[@Samantharoot]

I am no longer in tech school so I am not really sure what it is like down there anymore :(

[@GWAKSQUAD]

What is tech school like when you first get there?

[@kayla-oo9wl]

Hey Sam, unless you have already posted about It, could you possibly make a video about tips for dealing with BMT? Like I know they yell at you and I'm not the most tough person so I think it would be helpful to know. Also, I'm 16 and want to start training for BMT right now because I feel like it would be helpful so could you make a workout video? Thank you!

[@Samantharoot]

those are some great video ideas, thank you :)

[@avavenable9327]

Bellyache is my fav songgggg

[@Samantharoot]

SUCH A GOOD SONG!!

[@divinekasandra]

So, in tech school you get to have your phone AND cameras? Lol, I really liked this video. Is there any vegan friendly foods on your base?

[@Lauren-us7ju]

You’re so beautiful and amazing and I’m glad I discovered your channel omggggg

[@Samantharoot]

thank you so much 💛💛

[@some.whatkaotic6231]

loved the vlog great job cant wait for ur next vid

[@Samantharoot]

thank you :)

[@willdowell8392]

How many months/ days after you get to tech school can you leave base on the weekend?

[@mikalvarez5828]

Did u bring your car at tech school?

[@Samantharoot]

yes my parents brought me my car, I live really close :)

[@taylorsmith4303]

Kind of a weird question I know, but are you allowed to have plushies/studies in the dorms? I love my Rilakkuma stuffies :)

[@saltyduck106]

Did you ever find out if you can?

[@kaylaboysell5579]

Okay I need some help! My bestfriend will be going to goodfellow for fire protection. His first day there is May 7th. Will he be able to leave base that first weekend there or will he have to wait until he is ATP? If so, how long does that roughly take ?

[@Samantharoot]

So you can't leave base until you are ITP and you get ITP after being here for 1 month!! You would be able to come down here and come on base and see him during that first month but he wouldn't be able to leave base or stay with you or anything like that!

[@anayogauthier5800]

Did you go to bmt then back home and then months later went to tech school???

[@anayogauthier5800]

If so how long were you home before you went to tech?

[@CombosLegacy614]

Anayo Gauthier you go straight to tech school after BMT

[@rachelb8520]

What exactly is your job? The code? I typed in education & training and this is what popped up

[@morgynnstedman9777]

What’s the blue rope for on your shoulder?

[@ariananewton3596]

What job do you have ? And do you always have 3 roommates at tech school ?

[@TT-sb7vp]

What did y'all get for your asvabs?

[@MrCrispynugget]

Her voice is elite🤩

[@laurenmoffett4421]

I don’t know how other people were raised but I was always told you don’t put plastic or styrofoam in the microwave cause it leaks toxins and I’ve been scared since I was like 3 of dying from poisonous microwaved food since

[@Samantharoot]

I always microwave styrofoam and plastic 😂

[@shamecalouis]

is the classes at tech school hard?

[@Samantharoot]

they are difficult but it is manageable :)

[@Your_average_carl]

Mint chocolate chip is my favorite flavor of halo top ice cream! btw awesome video! Keep up the good work!

[@Samantharoot]

I will have to try that one!! thank you :)

[@sweetcheekskellie]

What do you think about intel so far? I’m leaving for basic April 17th then I’ll be at Goodfellow for fusion analyst, super nervous! Btw sea salt Carmel is the best 🙌🏼

[@not_dera]

Kellie Hannum i leave for basic the same day and I’m going to goodfellow as well!! Let’s be friends 🤗

[@sweetcheekskellie]

Shedera Bellamy that’s awesome! What’s your job?

[@not_dera]

Kellie Hannum signal intel 🙂

[@Samantharoot]

I have really enjoyed it so far, it is a very cool course! best of luck girl!! :)

[@sweetcheekskellie]

Samantha Hill would you say the material is difficult to understand? Thank you!! :)

[@AnahiAislinn]

So I’m pretty sure you’ve already answered this, are you enlisted or reserves?

[@Samantharoot]

I am in the guard!

[@mackenziemcgill7249]

where are your air force shirts from??? I heard you say it but I couldn’t understand haha

[@emilyo5623]

Mackenzie McGill She said Hibbetts

[@Samantharoot]

yes Hibbett sports :)

[@joemilner206]

I watched a video of yours and you said that you wanted medical tech. and that you opted out of it because there wasn't any open slots. Why did you decide to not wait for an open space for that job that you wanted?

[@Samantharoot]

I was still really interested int the job I have now and after thinking about it, it seemed like the better options for me and I could have been waiting for a very long time for a slot to open

[@joemilner206]

Samantha Hill okay thank you

[@kevinpenafiel8639]

Is tech school hard? Like the class and tests ?

[@jessicaruble3625]

Oatmeal Cookie Halo Top is so good!!!

[@Samantharoot]

SOOO YUMMY!!

[@mariahhendrickson9335]

do you have time to do online school (college) throughout the week in the air force?

[@Samantharoot]

Yes!! during tech school, you aren't allowed to do any other schooling but after training you can :)

[@Kiahlaflame]

I was a teal rope too!

[@Samantharoot]

very cool!! it's an awesome program :)

[@agitatedafriyk5619]

Ice cream is the best, and that shirt is amazing! I think I saw Damon, lol! Who do you like better Stephen or Damon?

[@Samantharoot]

I was team Stephen at first but now I am definitely team Damon!

[@JadierMorales]

Are there vegan options during bmt & tech school?

[@Samantharoot]

my roommate is a vegetarian is she said yes there are lots of options :)

[@JadierMorales]

Samantha Hill oh wow that makes me so happy! Thank you! I leave september 4 for BMT🙏

[@s.ez.a.7651]

Absolutely! Def the best at Goodfellow or even Keesler. But when you get to your assigned base, it’s so much easier to cook your own vegan meals over the DFAC. I felt there were less choices for meals outside of tech school DFACs.

[@maddysue2015]

Weird question are you from Derby? I totally recognize that shirt you wore for st patty’s day and shockers are our home team lol derby was my high schools rivals

[@Samantharoot]

OMG YES!! I am actually going to WSU :) what school did you go to???

[@johnbaloona9185]

Do you recommend halo top like if I’m health conscious?

[@Samantharoot]

yes halo top is a very clean ice cream!!

[@johnbaloona9185]

Samantha Hill thank you! Cause I’m enlisting in the navy

[@marc2614]

Geez you have it easy as hell. When I was at Sheppard we got 40 min for lunch and had to stay at the dfac wtf

[@baileybrandner1344]

Just got to Goodfellow last week👌

[@TheKevHarris]

This video was amazing

[@OnTaRgEt16]

I know in active duty the shortest contract is 4 years, but I have heard in the guard the shortest is 6 years. Is that true?

[@Samantharoot]

I signed a 6 year contract and I haven't heard of anyone in the guard signing a 4 year contract so I'm going to assume yes!

[@shaunvalencia2644]

as far as I know reserves are all 6 year.

[@justinm.142]

High Altitude Productions First enlistment in the guard is always 6 years. Reenlistmented may be done in 4 year increments.

[@samvolk7924]

What recipe do you use for the brownie?

[@kareemahgraham4110]

They allowed you to drive during your AIT ?

[@Samantharoot]

yes once you are in the second phase you are allowed to drive

[@Locopueblo]

yeee

[@kayahkior1985]

RED VELVET HALO TOP IS THE BEST!!!

[@cait_lin00]

What is you’re job in the Air Force?

[@urachunt3377]

I was at goodfellow 02-03...... is the club Grahms still there?? that used to be the spot for under age drinking lol

[@s.ez.a.7651]

Urac Hunt Grahams is gone.

[@sarahbeara1018]

Im thinking of joining the airforce. I know a bunch of ppl that are in the airforce and it seems like its something i need in my life. I kept trying to find reasons not to join because i have two kids, i dont want to get stuck in the same routine everyday; i dont want blah blah blah. And then i realized that the air force actually spunds like its the answer to my problems. I do the same thing everyday either way. Lol. At least this way i can get a career rather than a shitty dead end job that i hate and cant get anywhere with. I just literally kniw nothing about the air force. Ive been watching video after video about it and still dont really know what its all about. Do u know of a websote or something I can look up that has more info and will give me kind of a play by play of what to expect? Thank u.

[@michellet8438]

Sarah Stevens I went to goang.com it’s the Air National Guard website. I also watched a ton of KZbin videos of Air Force Jobs, basic training, tech school, etc to get more info. I decided to join because I don’t like to sit around and I get bored easily and wanted a new adventure. The thing I like about the guard is it’s part time so you can still spend time with your family and don’t necessarily have to move for your job. Also, I talked to a recruiter for about a year before I joined. They can really help you with questions you have about anything. Hope this helps!

[@britneyvenegas2569]

What’s your Air Force job?

[@twobn2b]

Did you have GI parties at your old/new dorms?

[@Samantharoot]

we don't have GI anymore except when the squadron gets messy, so this weekend, sadly we have GI on Sunday and even tho Im in different dorms I still have to go :(

[@saleeciaking5662]

You guys are allowed to drive in tech school ?

[@Samantharoot]

yes!

[@s.ez.a.7651]

Samantha Hill are there still phases? Like phase I, II, and III? I was at Goodfellow in early 08. Not sure how much of it has changed.

[@cayman4098]

I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS

[@cuddleplumfish2040]

You can drive in tech school?

[@hopefloyd4033]

Random question,but what watch do you wear?

[@Samantharoot]

I have an Apple Watch but during the day I wear a watch that I got from Walmart :)

[@OohhTwistOMG]

Dang youre still in tech school? Whats your afsc?

[@OohhTwistOMG]

Also are you at goodfellow and do you by chance know a bethancourt? He was in my bmt flight -That One Defender

[@augustgaleazzi2573]

what does the rope on shoulder mean

[@Guampilot]

3:18 Kings of Summer! Nice song choice haha

[@Samantharoot]

thank you :)

[@Guampilot]

Samantha Hill ever think about being an officer?