<p>I've started to get my stuff together so I will be ready to leave on the 25th. So far my list is:
-glasses
-razor, shaving cream
-watch
-boots
-book(In Search Of Ethics)
-running shoes
-stamped envelopes</p>
<p>What else? Do I bring my own toothbrush? Please add to my list what I have left out. Also, what did you all think of the book?</p>
<p>In Search of Ethics.. eh? </p>
<p>I'm assuming u took leaderships and ethics at last year's IAW?</p>
<p>No, I didn't go to IAW (didn't get in!). I was referring to the book that I got in the mail about 2 or 3 weeks ago. With it was a letter saying to have it read before R-Day, and bring it with me. It also said we will be writing essays about it over the summer, but a cadet told me we won't. I thought everybody was sent the book. Did you?</p>
<p>They sent the book even to the folks who took the class at the IAW last summer. It is actually a newer edition than what they received last summer. The instructions are to read it entirely and be prepared to write essays on it during Beast. I wouldn't be surprised if its a topic for writing on one of your academic placement tests during Beast :)</p>
<p>Moleskin and or spyroflex
low quarters
Hundred bucks
ID
little piece of paper with our report time
Copy of direct deposit form</p>
<p>Magoo:</p>
<p>Here's a couple more things I suggest you put on the list:</p>
<p>Paperwork:
entrance pass (previously sent you)
travel receipts if you paid for own transportation(for reimbursement)
copy of immunization papers
direct deposit sign-up form</p>
<p>Personal Items:
behind-the-head strap for glasses (looks dorky but comes in handy)
small address book (unless you have photographic memory)</p>
<p>What not to bring:
crib notes for "In Search of Ethics"
Sponge Bob pajamas
Framed, signed photo of Ted Kennedy</p>
<p>Good luck</p>
<p>Don't forget your SSN card and a driver's license, Magoo09, you'll want to have a toothbrush since you're leaving the 25th and I assume you're planning on brushing your teeth on the 26th and 27th. But don't take it with you to R-Day. All hygiene products will be issued to male cadets. The only "gray area" I could locate was contact solution...I wouldn't think they'd issue that since we're supposed to wear TEDs, but I'm sure it would come in handy. On th eother hand, I know the cadet store has it in stock, so...</p>
<p>I've only read a couple chapters of 'In Search of Ethics' so far, so I can't really comment too much on it. I'm in agreement with the author on most points, although I (personally) find his viewpoint on family organization to be a little conservative. Maybe a little old fashioned in light of the changing times...divorce rate, women having kids at 30, cohabitation... but maybe that would make good fodder for an essay.</p>
<p>Ugh...essays...the only thing I hate worse is a poetry analysis...</p>
<p>(<em>shudder</em>)</p>
<p>We're not allowed to wear contacts during Beast, so there is no reason to have solution. I'm having the 'rents bring the solution and contacts up for A-day, along with other items.</p>
<p>I read from an old post that the following might be useful:</p>
<p>Soft cloth to polish shoes
$100--small bills and change included
matches--to warm the boot polish you may still have to use</p>
<p>Bug spray
Wind up alarm clock
nail file
razor and shave cream
Sunglasses
framed 8 x 10 picture of family/friends
pen light
extra white socks
an inexpensive watch
a Leatherman type tool
Dental x-rays if you need them
Copy of shot record
Stamped pre-addressed envelopes for family/friends
"Ethics" book
Copy of hotel bill if staying the night before R Day
Copy of airline ticket/bill
Low quarters--broken in
Running shoes--broken in
Boots--broken in</p>
<p>I've also read about a cadet bringing fine sand paper???</p>
<p>Thanks, </p>
<p>Doug'sMom</p>
<p>Can't bring a leatherman because I won't have a check on luggage.</p>
<p>For those people who are just taking carry on's, either have the rent's mail em to you, or bring em on A-Day.</p>
<p>Contact lens stuff:</p>
<p>Page 10 of the "Information for New Cadets and Parents Class of 2009" specifically mentions eye care products (lens solution etc). The directions are to bring these items in a clear plastic bag with your name clearly marked on the bag so it can be inspected by medical personnel during in-processing on R day. Contacts will not be worn during Beast but it appears they are anticipated to be brought on R day. My daughter will be bringing her contacts along with her personal glasses. It doesn't look like they are "forbidden".</p>
<p>I'm bringing plastic baggies (to keep my bible and knowledge book in while in the field--I hear it gets quite wet).</p>
<p>Other things, besides what's already been listed:</p>
<p>1) panty hose (to go under regular socks--lowers rubbing of blisters)
2) blister socks
3) Lotrimin Anti-Fungal stuff for feet
4) Gold-Bond foot powder
5) Journal (a lot of cadets told me they wished they had brought one)
6) A lighter (for boots)
7) Baby wipes
8) Shampoo (if you're a girl, the female cadets suggested bringing your own. They said the issued kind is crap).</p>
<p>I have a list at home, and I'll update this one when I get there.</p>
<p>at the IAW the author of "in search of ethics" was the lecturer for the Leadership and ethics class... he gave every one in his class a copy of that book</p>
<p>Thanks for all of the responses. I don't know about you guys, but I'm ready to get started. I've been talking about it for so long, i just want to do it!
Also, is anybody in the same position as me with the shoes? I have two pairs of boots (slightly broken-in), but no low-quarters. I couldn't find them, and don't think anybody in North Carolina had much luck, either. I should have ordered them from AAFES online, but it's too late now. Is it really as important as people seem to make it? I mean, if I enlisted I wouldn't get to break my boots in before basic.</p>
<p>Good Catch. I was going to read that packet over before I finished packing.</p>
<p>If there is any AAFES clothing store near you, you can get em. If not, just make sure to have a pair of plain toed black shoes, like they said. The enlisted soljers don't do a parade less than 12 hours after starting basic.</p>
<p>If it's any consolation, magoo09, I've had my low-quarters for two months and despite my best efforts, I still don't feel comfortable wearing them--they rub a lot. So there wil lbe at least one new cadet besides yourself wearing rock-hard shoes.:)</p>
<p>low quarters? are those the black shoes we have to wear around all over the place?</p>
<p>TBBY2,</p>
<p>Yes, they are the black dress shoes. For New Cadets and Plebes, they MUST be leather. After that, they can be plastic.</p>
<p>We went to a Parents' Club panel discussion last night. Cadets who just finished plebe year and their parents gave us some tips including:</p>
<p>1)Leatherman tool (very important). If flying, check your bag as you cannot take this on a plane in your carry on bag.
2)Wear your low quarters to R-Day. That way you will know exactly where they are and be able to get them on quickly.
3)Group your extra items in waterproof 1-gallon ziploc bags. That way you just have to grab the bags out of your duffel. Then the bags can be used for extra underwear and socks when you are at Lake Frederick. It's bound to rain and you can have some dry clothes.
4)Pack the items you will need immediately at the top of your bag so you can access them quickly.
5)Sock liners are extremely helpful to prevent blisters. You will have sore feet no matter what, so anything that may reduce the pain will be appreciated.<br>
6)Get to R-Day early. You will park and take shuttle buses which will take time.<br>
7)Make sure you have all of your paperwork in one place and you know exactly what you have so you don't spend too much time fumbling through the papers.
8)If you are going to try out for any sports, bring your gear including cleats, mitts, lax sticks, etc. Some of these items may be tough to carry around all day, so you may want to check with admissions or coaches to see if there is another way to get these items. (Can they be shipped early? Can parents ship them to you after R-Day?)
9)Bring sunscreen. Boys should put it on their newly shaven scalps as they will burn terribly without it.
10)The day will include long lines for new cadets, but also for parents. All parents should wear comfortable clothes and may want hats, baseball caps, etc as it will likely be very hot.
11)Cadre will definitely make you do pushups if mail is addressed to you incorrectly or envelopes are not white. Stamps should be flags only. Explain to your friends that it is not a joke to deviate from this.</p>
<p>See you in 2 weeks!</p>