BCT RECEPTION WEEK AT FLW | DARIN NICOLE

[@nikkicullan7929]

Love how detailed this is! One of the best I've seen for basic.

[@dragonore2009]

I'm glad female soldiers made this video because so many females have questions on how basic is for females. Hopefully y'all eased the ice for the few females that do decide to join.

[@Ghostrider6A]

Fort Lost in the Woods in the State of Misery... I don't miss that post. I remember all that stuff.

[@smalls6193]

😭😭😭Im goin soon....

[@karesafetters1688]

I am leaving for Basic Training very soon, and i always find myself stressing out cause im so anxious, nervous and excited to start this journey, i watch your videos all the time, even if i watch them over and over again. its really helped me with what to expect going in. So thank you!!!

[@XxdelyciaXx]

I just want to thank both of y'all for your service, and this video. Your video has gave me all the knowledge I will need, though I'll have a different MOS than y'all, I'm going 68W, this video has still been a help to me. Luckily my JROTC instructor is getting me in tip top shape, and teaching me the stuff he did in BCT, he was also in FLW, MO. Even though my 1sg gives me information I need, I still needed a female perspective, to get a better idea of what I'm getting into. You girls gave me all the information I needed to endeavor to be a soldier! Thank you!

[@steelbeltsdrumming]

I was in reception for a solid 16 DAYS in 1997 at Fort Jackson, too many privates,not enough barracks

[@loopster40]

When you go to basic training they always bus your ass in at 2 to 3 in the morning. They have Specialist to assign you to a room. Then wake your ass up in a couple of hours and start messing with you. I remember when I went in the ARMY. Got in at 2:30 a.m. it was raining. We were all soaked and wet. We got stuffed into a small room. Water was all over the place. It was hot as hell. We were given a room. Got maybe 2 hours of sleep. Got up by air horn. Was told to scrape paint off barracks. We did that all day among other shit. What pissed me off is they kept us there for 2 weeks doing work until they finally started processing us all. It took 2 damn weeks just to start processing. I was mad as hell. So we get a extra two weeks of being humiliated and yelled at before we could even start and get through the shit. Fun! Fun! Fun!

[@The_Unchained_One]

Some quick tips to get through basic... 1. stand at ease when talking to an officer and salute ALL NCOs! 2. ALWAYS walk IN FRONT of a formation between the drill Sargent and the platoon on your way to chow. 3. show respect by yelling "at ease" whenever a E-6 enters the room when an E-7 is present. 4. keep your hands in your pockets when they're cold, wear your cover indoors, roll up your sleeves, take naps during fire guard, and ALWAYS call your first Sargent SIR!!! follow these steps and you'll have all kinds of fun in basic. trust me.

[@yendolynalvarado7375]

Thanks for the advice 😂

[@meghanekane]

Was doing a paper for school on women in the military and just came across your videos. Thank you both for your choice to serve and for sharing the experience. Hang in there, stay safe, and rock it.

[@joshanddarin]

Meghan Haseman Thanks for watching! I appreciate it.

[@riotz8742]

I think your roommate got irritated when you kept interrupting her

[@josieegold6758]

It was very rude, but I think she was just excited to share her experience.

[@Maloneybryan346]

I think they did a good job going back and forth telling their experiences, besides its the girls youtube channel on the right so she should be able to pipe in whenever she wants. I go to basic next week, this video helps a lot thanks!

[@justmedick]

What a sad joke how BCT has changed.

[@bobinmissouri]

Congrats ladies thank you for your service I just got back from watching my granddaughter graduation on 3 19 15 from fort jackson she now at fort rucker I have been out 35 years i did mine at fort sill

[@kaskipwith]

Thank you for this video. It helped my SON to know what to expect. He is leaving for BCT, May 19th to Ft. Benning, GA

[@MrMahathirath]

Good vid. I remember the days, i didnt even know what an MRE was lol. I went to jackson. Soo.. easy. Cant wait to come back to the US!!

[@vikinkw4976]

Congratulation to both of you. You both Amazing. My son went too, graduated recently, and I so proud all of you. I stayed in Candlewood Suites so I had a chance to go around FLW.

[@AmandaXo]

My boyfriend is going to fort lenordwood for AIT too!!! He just left this past Wednesday and honestly watching this gave me some relief to know what's going on down there. He's actually in Oklahoma in fort sill.

[@kacia8393]

@Darin Nicole This video made me really look forward to basic training actually. I leave this July 2nd for Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri! My MOS is 12B so, basic should be really interesting. Thank you for posting a video of you and your battle buddy, and how you explained what went on! Thank you for this video!

[@Bravetowers]

Geez shut up, let the girl finish what she's trying to say.

[@yadiralopez9307]

why did many dislike this?. These ladies are just expressing their experience there. haters!

[@TheJohnney07]

Electronics in ait.....that's why. I didn't use a non-military rated electronic until 1st duty station.

[@aylananicole4175]

thank you so much for your videos while training because being in the army is something I really want to do after I graduate. Good luck and try to have fun!

[@kevinmoore2929]

when I was at Reception at Leonard Wood, those drills were called Tech Sergeants because they were coming off the trail(going back to their MOS in regular units). you new boots will suffer if you have an Ate Up recruiter that doesn't square you away before you leave. mine tried not to but I have two older brothers who were in before me so I was high speed once I hit the ground.

[@h20sniping]

learn the army song. three general orders and the soldiers creed. big tip

[@bityote]

Thank you Ladies. You just made me the more eager for my ship date. In Jesus' name you're healed. Ask the Holy Spirit into your heart and walk with a Divine, loving Father.

[@sheltonbrown8017]

I appreciate the info. I'm about to enlist and wanted some perspective on what to expect.

[@evasanches506]

that was a lot of great information, thank you! I leave for basic training in July, and I'm excited but really nervous.

[@dalegribble134]

Dont mean to intrude but i ship in july to What fort?

[@evasanches506]

Fort Jackson! What about you?

[@merquiadesmclellan2800]

+Eva Sanches what MOS?

[@evasanches506]

+Merquiades Mclellan information technology

[@fairladyzz3326]

+Eva Sanches Goodluck, Fort Jackson sucks balls, especially in the Summer, you are going when its the hottest. I hope you like Sand Fleas and Mosquitos :3

[@2yusuck]

lol i was in the 48th battalion. and about the blue book KEEP THAT BOOK WITH YOU AT ALL TIMES! If you fall asleep anytime during BCT or AIT....FRONT LEAD REST POSITION....MOOOOVE!!!!

[@coolmathkids5409]

I am going to be in the army in 3 years and I have so many questions. I am excited and I know it is going to be super hard but I like that a lot. I am going to get that action howo!

[@binnusohi2910]

Boot Camp at Fort Jackson, SC on June 16th!! So excited! 👏☺️

[@rockjoel85]

graduated from Ft Jackson, 2/39 two weeks ago! It was fun, and instead of nutri-grain, peanut butter was our crack. Peanut butter and candy in MRE's were like currency!

[@kayeonkim7298]

I'm a future soldier and I'm going to Fort LWood as well! XD 4 months left till I ship out haha

[@therealtonysilas]

Thank you ladies for your service.

[@Caridadbenitez]

Most informative video so far... Thanks!

[@ILUVsSUNDROP]

You spent 3 days in reception!? I was at 30th AG in fort Benning for 11.

[@georgeniarowe5823]

Good job girls.think you all for everything you do for us 🇺🇸

[@JohnMichaelsHeyGirrrllThe3rd]

I don't know how but you give me STRENGTH. But you will give someone good INSPIRATION.

[@druidhillpark]

Well i happy to say one thing I am well prepared for when joining the army. Waking up early. I go to bed at 10:00 and wake up at 2:00am every morning for work (and even on my days off). You get use to it after a while.

[@DeathKnightKendrel]

Subscribed. Thank you for providing the information. I'm considering the Reserves after I finish EMT training.

[@Lucas__B__R__]

Thami You for the video. How many weeks in today?

[@CranesV2]

I'm in AFJROTC and this year they updated the Ribbin Chart. We're able to get a new Ribbin called the Bantaan Ribbon which is a 14 mile death march.

[@bigroy38]

120th Reception chow hall always had the best cheeseburgers.

[@josemuniz2878]

Enjoy your time ladies. I had a blast in the army. Good luck

[@heathlc21]

I went thru basic in October of '09 and we didn't have the "non-scented" everything rule. At least they didn't care in my company. Obviously you couldn't have cologne or perfume, but the female DS's we had let us have scented shampoo, body wash, lotion.. It was nice when you have absolutely no other "luxuries."

[@bobcatgaze]

Sittin in our bay during downtime... one guy threatened to murder our DS and he didn't know that the very same DS was standing right outside the door. His response was perfect. "Don't threaten me with a good time!" And the look on the privates face was also perfect. Then, I believe the train to pain town came through. I can't remember... It all happened so fast. lol.

[@danirenee3535]

The girl on the right is annoying.. She keeps interrupting the other girl.. I can't even finish watching this

[@mrscandyt]

I couldn't agree more

[@deandreruffin5489]

don't watch den ☺

[@marissamdc319]

I'm really considering joining the Army. I'm nervous to what expect and what not.

[@DylanVMinecraft]

I also went through the 43'rd, it was alright. Reception is nothing like the actual BCT, enjoy your week while you can haha, I remember us having ice cream.. yep after you get off the caddle car you wont be eatn ice cream for awhile haha.. For anyone going to Fort Leonord Wood, good luck and keep your head up, it will be tough but just keep pushing.

[@jakelempicki4968]

I was there for engineer osut for 15 weeks we had 2hr fireguard every night full battle rattle it sucked

[@crazyguytye]

i also went to flw and I hated reception the most I got there feb. 25 this year and I was stuck there 12 days because of the snow... i was bravo 3 number 106 still have my duffel back with my number on it haha

[@stevenespinoza6054]

Great video. Yeah I'm doing OCS and still have to go to BCT.

[@joshanddarin]

I miss you back, Jenny! Glad I could help!

[@jimmy112405112405]

Oh, 15 days in reception. That was actually horrible.

[@joshanddarin]

jimmy112405112405 WORST PLACE EVER.

[@DylanVMinecraft]

I wish I could remember the female Drill Sergeant there, she would get so mad if she thought you was making fun of her voice. haha

[@derekox]

jimmy112405112405 15 days? Holy shit! I was there 7 days, and that was a lot!

[@thaisath4193]

+Darin Nicole ever.

[@amandafusarini3754]

+Darin Nicole what happens if some is sick or gets a migraine just curious like migraines run in my family I get them so easily different things cause it heat intense exercise sometimes little sleep just random I have asthma I wish I didn't because I want to be in the army or air force or some type of military.

[@desireeolivo750]

I'm headed to Leonard Wood in October are we allowed boy shorts

[@mik12788]

Oh man, the 43rd AG reception was a little extreme on me. That was the worst experience for me. I remember getting there around 6 in the evening. I had a female SSG DS, short red haired woman. Thank goodness I was only in reception for like 5 days unlike others that were there for 2+ weeks. There were a lot of yelling and a lot of intimidation from the DS. My battles are right, there are a crap load of shots but hey, it's the standards. Hey battles, great job on the video! www.Facebook.com/GraphMik TO ALL RECRUITS DEPARTING TO FLW: NEVER EVERRRRR LIE ABOUT YOUR MEDICAL HISTORY JUST SO YOU CAN BE SENT BACK HOME! BE PREPARED TO DO FIREGUARD THAT VERY NIGHT. KEEP UP WITH ALL THOSE BOOKS THEY GIVE YOU AND SOUND OFF!

[@anastasiyashmatok9413]

How did you prepare for the army basic training? I'm going into active duty and I'm very nervous. Could you post the new improved packing list?

[@calvinchristian7520]

thanks a lot for your videos I ship out for Ft Sill in 3 days. 35F.

[@MegaVijay1]

Hi Darin, I had a question about getting ready in the 30 minutes that recruits have (ie. brushing etc). Does the 30 minutes include showering or not? Do you have to shower before and after physical training or just after breakfast?I am assuming that after breakfast you go and get trained on other things? Thank you Anonymous

[@Luvhurt5]

Hey are the boots true to size? I wear a women's 8 so should I be getting that size. Don't want to have trouble

[@Dirtboxhor]

One question: why does Army say "SARNT" instead of Sergeant? Is it that difficult to say?

[@Nickal360]

I'm scared, yet excited to join the National Guard :)

[@andrewvaldez7213]

If you are still here... When are you joining?

[@chandlerhummel7562]

Any particular reason they are wearing the flag on the wrong shoulder🤔

[@MegaCupcake3]

What kind of things did they throw away that you took?

[@mrswashington4076]

should i get rid of current eyelash extensions?

[@stephaniesampson2101]

Hey. I leave for basic in May to Fort Lenorwood. I wanted some advice on what to REALLY bring? Like what do you suggest the most? Should I bring my own under garments and running shoes? advice please.

[@Yonkers93]

When do you leave? I ship May 5th to Leonard Wood

[@brandee9051]

where were you stationed for AIT for 68P? and are there other bases that the MOS 68P can be stationed at?

[@anthonyhugershoff2265]

JBSA fort Sam Houston, TX it's a lovely place. I'm here for 68W

[@one007guy]

Thanks for your service!

[@caitlynfigueroa2552]

Binge watching the videos. Did you name your son kane after you being called Kane????

[@ganusquahmcmanus5267]

I went to relaxen Jackson like 20yrs ago and I found the charms in mre s and I thought that the peanut butter and I found if want cake or cookies when u do kp work in the main kitchen the staff snuck it to me but yall are great

[@elisabethbrown8108]

Do they give to socks? I bought a pack of mud calf white ones .

[@jessicamontoya2173]

I'm planing to join the U.S. Army Doug combat next year 2016 I can't wait I been into JROTC in my high school 😆

[@anteigracoleman7544]

Thanks so much this really helped me mentally prepare for bct!

[@peterjames2004]

so what happend at the end and how do you feel about yourself now did you pass out or graduate or what ever you call it

[@TheManbearpig12]

Thanks for the advice yall!

[@TheNinjaAccountant]

is make up allowed? like maybe just a light lipstick, a small blush on, eyeliner and mascara?

[@raythompson5087]

Where are you now, Darin? Where is Harden?

[@stock394]

So you can bring your cellphone but they take it and you can get it back after BCT right?

[@ppawgle]

Yes

[@mikenovak5016]

I leave to Fort Jackson in less than two weeks, 91B!

[@giganticomega6821]

I'm joining the army soon too!

[@sherzodalimov415]

Gigantic omega leaving in 2 weeks 91e , fort jacksons as well see u there mate , gl

[@jmoliere1207]

relaxing jackson

[@xhunterforest]

forgot to ask which way did they want you to line up for chow. is it like at rsp?

[@jimmy112405112405]

Osut at Fort Benning. Best memory I have.

[@azaleamarcelo4257]

How many sports bras are allowed to bring?

[@APaey-mt2jg]

When were you allowed to write letters?

[@shauntal08]

I've already did my first swear in. My mother didn't raise me but when she found out, she told me to tell my recruiter that I am allergic to penicillin .....I already passed my physical and everything and I had no clue. If I report the change to my recruiter will that stop my from my final swear in? Will I disqualify and they think i lied? My ship date is sep 7th

[@sugarmagnolia1506]

no, my daughter is too...just means they will have to give you some other antibiotic...she just arrived for basic training at ft jackson last night, lots of luck to you hun :)

[@cherylstiers1768]

My dad was a Mst Sgt there in the 80's cool to see FLW

[@quailman352]

when I did all this in 2002 everything was considered contraband. times have changed. KZbin videos from ait? scouts out!

[@BetYouHateMeNow]

it's called free advertisement back when it wasn't the barracks and conditions were probably shit. now since most are decent they know people will try to leave the hell holes they are in to try to get into a more tolerable situation

[@FireDragonPrincess6]

Are we allowed to get penicillin ahead of time? Also on a scale from 1 to 10 how much did it hurt? 1 being it was fine and 10 being it hurt really bad.

[@curlgoddess5784]

Yes if you bring your shot records from your doctors office

[@FireDragonPrincess6]

Thank goodness. Thank you for replying.

[@IsaiahSWCC]

Hey Darin, I'm about to become a Polee and Once I graduate (mystery branch) I'm gonna start making videos, you have a lot of subscribers :o Keep making vids! :D

[@gabrielrodriguez3778]

Marines 😂 that's the mystery branch

[@paigejohnson8852]

What is you mos and did you do active duty or reserves?

[@Boomer21b]

I went through the 43rd ag way back in 08. I have to agree, the peanut butter shot was terrible. They didn't let us rub it. We had to do jumping jacks and run in place and crap. But the ds's in the 43rd were cool. Nowhere near as brutal as what I had in osut. I went to a/35 engineering bn. Combat engineer. We didn't get any phone calls at reception. I was able to make my first phone call a few weeks into bct. They let us have our phones back on like the last Sunday of red phase or something for an hour. Then we didn't see them again for a few weeks.

[@Gypsybug97]

what was the "blue book" they were talking about?

[@srrytryagain1]

What is your MOS? 31B?

[@zariadavid9593]

what if I'm allergic to the penicillin

[@swascndy4life]

How long after basic do you have to wait until you get sent to your post?

[@haleymallard9071]

If you're active you get sent there the day you graduate AIT.

[@jillmcnutt2872]

I'm only a young girl and I want to be in the army that has always been my dreams

[@melanimarin9122]

my marine friend said they gave her a shot so she wouldn't have her "monthly thing" while she was at basic. Does the army girls also get that shot?

[@ElegantSkies]

Umm, they don't force you.

[@melanimarin9122]

never said they forced you to..

[@ElegantSkies]

You made it seem that way lol. Well, I suppose you mean if they offer that shot, if so yes.

[@melanimarin9122]

Okay that's good ^-^

[@kcfitness757]

Kane is beautiful!

[@souppss]

Thank The Lord im allergic to pen.

[@carolinagamez3966]

Could you do a hair tutorial for the bun?

[@DevinMains]

If you just graduated BCT, how are you both PFCs? Just curious. I leave for Ft. Leonard Wood Jan 20th. 12B.

[@sus549]

You can go in as a PFC

[@jedrearrick2973]

I'm a pv2 due to 4 years of jrotc and will be promoted to pv3 (PFC). Only because I got my little brother in.

[@BadMoonRising92]

There's no such thing as a pv3, it's just pfc

[@jedrearrick2973]

BadMoonRising92 Sorry I meant E-3. My bad

[@itsmandaxlove]

OMG this video made me laugh my ass off! Thanks guys! Future Army National Guard. I'll be sure to rub my ass? LMAO

[@jsteed3]

I am in okc..I go to flw in early next year

[@chica2086]

Also, thank you both women for your services!!! This video is greatly appreciated!! What made you (either) decide to join?

[@kaylaharrison7458]

I want to do this like join but idk how? If that makes any sense