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In a little over a week I begin the fun road to becoming a MARS Officer :O
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I'm week 7 in BMOQ right now, posting from the MEGA  Farnham next week ehehe
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Feb 21, 2010 07:30
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Simkin posted:Fresh out of BMOQ infantry 2lt checking in. I've only seen about 48 hrs of Gagetown, and that was on Thursday-Saturday when the base was officially closed, so I have no idea what to expect when I return from my Christmas leave. You did BMOQ Aug/Sep-> Dec? I might have some guys from your course on my platoon. If someone getting recoursed during grad week rings any bells...
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Feb 21, 2010 18:07
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mr_selfdestruct posted:I just got my capbadge on friday. Have fun in farnham. Nice. I think things actually got worse after indoc because once I went back into the real world I remembered how much freedom I had lost and got pretty down. Montreal is pretty great though make sure you take every chance to get off base, even if its just a few hours in St. Jean. If your course is anything like mine the next few weeks are going to be really busy, but not so bad since you are used to everything by now.
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Feb 21, 2010 18:12
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Why does everyone poo poo on MARS.
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Mar 13, 2010 07:21
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MARS doesn't sound so bad when you are still in BMOQ, anyways 5 (real) weeks left of infantry stuff I'll never use before naval training starts. I can't wait to get to the fleet.
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Mar 14, 2010 18:33
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Just finished the Vimy exercise for BMOQ I can count the number of days left on one hand!!!
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Apr 17, 2010 15:57
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Wow being on a Navy base seems so much more relaxed
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Apr 24, 2010 17:52
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Simkin posted:It's still the Scotsman, although I never saw any dog. Some guys from my platoon rolled into Gagetown yesterday they probably stand out Speaking of which were you in L20 at cflrs? I'm wondering if you had the same staff as me
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Apr 25, 2010 02:50
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You shouldn't need to purchase anything extra for basic. Just bring clothes for 4 or so days and toiletries.
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May 13, 2010 03:08
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And Vancouver is 1.5 hours away I'm watching a reserve botc class go through NOTC here and its ridiculous how easy they have it. I always relax and take my time when I eat and I still take less time than they do.
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May 13, 2010 03:50
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It depends on your course staff. We were lucky to have pt end before 6 am (on inspection days even) but we had a hardcore infantry captain who showed up for most morning pt. I saw platoons checking in at ~530/535 before though, its infuriating.
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May 26, 2010 22:30
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Your experience isn't complete if you don't blow all your feeble pay in Montreal
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Aug 14, 2010 18:17
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boots, gently caress sack marches, guns, grass the army sucks
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Aug 29, 2010 17:37
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Samu posted:Haven't really started yet, just got in on friday and been just going out all weekend. I'll be able to answer that in a couple weeks I guess. I just spent a few days sailing with some guys from your BMQ course. At least I'm guessing I did, if I mentioned an insane Polish guy and an unbelievably quiet kid would you know who I meant?
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Oct 22, 2010 00:24
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compressioncut posted:CFB Esquimalt snow day! Hahaha I used a day of annual
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Nov 22, 2010 21:26
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They will have laminate work out plans you will grab after the warm up that you will be expected to adhere too. You can work out in your own time (when you get it).
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Dec 13, 2010 01:33
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Samu posted:How quick are promotions in the navy? I know a PO1 who only has like 8 years in, is that common? In my short experience, that is not common. What trade was he/she?
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Dec 15, 2010 06:19
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I've just gone through the recruitment/initial training process this last year so if you have any questions about that I can help. I don't know much about MPO, PAO, or Int O but I know some of my colleagues have been desperately trying to get out of their current trade and into those with little success, not sure how it is for civilians entering into it but I'd guess its fairly competitive. You're background seems better suited for it then theirs though. If you're thinking about it I'd say its worth it to go to the recruitment center and even start the application process while pursuing other options.
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Dec 29, 2010 02:47
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Esoter1c posted:
Combat Arms refers to Infantry, Armour, Artillery, and Engineers.
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Dec 29, 2010 09:06
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tuyop posted:I'm off phase 3 again with a back injury, looks like my little scuffle with a Carl G and a large hole may have done away with my career in the infantry. Oh well, back on PAT. Went to work for 10 this morning where they told me that because snow is coming my next timing isn't until 10 tomorrow morning. gently caress yeah. A helmsmen can reply "say again" to prompt the oow to rethink their order but if the helmsman decided to interpret a conning order their own way they'd be the ones getting yelled at. Truth is the helmsman was probably thinking about his own run he has to do in an hour and wasn't paying attention to the situation. I'm not MARS but from what I see there isn't so much backstabbing (at least on course) and that most of the problems are due to stressful academics and the fact that people psych themselves out with all the rumors long before they start. Thats just the training though life in the fleet is different. Honestly with the number of MARS officers in the training pipeline right now and the number of ships going into refit it really isn't a good time to start a MARS career. The wardrooms on ships are going to be chalk full of SLts trying to get time on the bridge for their ticket. I say this as someone who switched MARS - NCS eng though o_O
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Feb 2, 2011 16:47
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feldmann posted:Army or Navy? I thought Intelligence Officer was a purple trade? I too know Intelligence Officers who came as DEO
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Apr 8, 2011 05:39
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A consummate and peerless poster, Simkin managed to post on the Something Awful forums. As an unsurpassed communicator, Simkin's posts were clear and concise. Posted from the CFPAS app on my phone Gay but Spooky fucked around with this message at 05:24 on Apr 20, 2011 |
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Apr 20, 2011 05:20
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I'm pretty sure it prevented a good seal with the drager mask might have been the gas mask, some sort of mask anyways
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Apr 29, 2011 13:51
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I hope everyone ordered their yukon hat. December is too long to wait...
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Jun 23, 2011 20:46
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SpaceMost posted:That's a shame. I've been getting in much better shape but at this point I'd still end up in Warrior Fitness or whatever it's called. I just graduated university and wouldn't want to enlist as an NCM. I don't think that makes me a very attractive candidate! If you had done that you'd be right in the huge pack of trainees right now that are gonna have to struggle for the sea time to get their ticket. I don't know what your goals are but there are many cool NCM trades. Communicator Research Operator in particular stands out. Gay but Spooky fucked around with this message at 23:35 on Jun 23, 2011 |
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Jun 23, 2011 23:28
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Freeze posted:Well I'm starting BMOQ on January 9th as an NCSE. I did well on my interview largely thanks to some of the tips in this thread like: Don't worry about it. Just enjoy the process
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Dec 13, 2011 03:40
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Simkin posted:
NETP-O will be considerably easier!
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Dec 13, 2011 03:40
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I put on my FUR HAT, YUKON STYLE to make this post. I think you had to order it prior to July to get in November. Rest come next year. And its awesome
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Dec 14, 2011 22:11
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Lt. Jebus posted:Welcome. I think I may want that job later on. Any advice on how to get more exposure with subs before making the decision? It seems like once you volunteer its hard to get out.
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Dec 15, 2011 03:28
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Really? http://www.heroesforce.com/ edit: the Navy HEROESFORCE has a beard I'm so going to buy one after work tomorrow Gay but Spooky fucked around with this message at 23:09 on Jan 15, 2012 |
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Jan 15, 2012 23:06
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I remember a briefing listing "makes jokes about doing drugs" as a warning sign that a subordinate may be doing drugs. Indeed. Also apparently there is a 'correct' way to carry a coffee cup when outdoors at CFB Halifax and it sure as hell isn't using the carry handle.
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Jan 18, 2012 22:00
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My Spirit Otter posted:Were you in training, if so that's why. Normally basses don't have standards for trivial poo poo like that I was corrected today in Halifax. Coffee mugs are to be carried by the lid with the arm straight to the side! Even while not marching. I haven't seen that in the routine orders so I'm not sure if its BS or not but its up there with not being allowed to wear backpacks in absurdity.
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Jan 19, 2012 00:44
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Mantle posted:Wow, after three years in limbo I'm getting sworn in tomorrow! Are there any tips from you guys? If I have a choice, should I go for a weekend basic training (Vancouver) or try to get it done in the summer all at once? Pros and cons of each? I do have a full time day job but my contract ends in May and I have nothing lined up. Uhmmmm... Summer in Vancouver
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Jan 19, 2012 22:20
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HMCS Victoria doing some stuff http://vimeo.com/37181280
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Feb 23, 2012 22:24
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3s as well
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May 28, 2012 20:35
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swagger like us posted:As a dumb reservist who has worn only either DEUs, CADPAT or PT strip, can anyone explain to me the different name/numberings for dress uniforms? What's 1A? DEUs? Dress Instructions has the official version but: 1As - tunics with or without medals 2 - mess kits (although typically these arent treated as an order of dress, at least in the Navy 3 - duty (long sleeve shirt with tie or short sleeve shirt) 1 and 3 are DEUs (anything ordered from logistic can be considered DEU for the most part)
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May 28, 2012 21:32
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My Spirit Otter posted:Mess kit is either the fancy red poo poo that sncos and officers are highly recommended to buy or DEUs with a white shirt and bow tie and no hat. So other than the 'optional' mess kit, it is treated as an order of dress. By not treated as an order of dress I mean people will add their own little personalizations and I've never seen anyone wear the cap with it, at least in the Navy.
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May 28, 2012 21:45
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Ruse posted:SAR Tech buddy of mine sent me this video of his friends post-prelim training (SAR Tech 3's?). Anyway, this is a pretty good glimpse of some of the training the SAR Techs go through. drat, that is awesome. Just makes me want to do something
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Sep 3, 2012 18:29
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No posistions open? https://twitter.com/CanadianForces/status/264064686125883392 let your career take flight!!
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Nov 2, 2012 22:37
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