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The most common question asked by recruits today is “What can you bring to basic training?” There are many things you can pack for boot camp, but you won’t want to forget things like running shoes, a cell phone, stationery supplies, a debit card, cash, and even civilian clothes. After all, you want to have the best experience possible with the least amount of problems in basic training. Here are some things you can take with you to boot camp.
running shoes. You can bring your basic running shoes. You can bring your own running shoes (tennis shoes) but it is up to your drill sergeant whether they will let you wear them. Some drill sergeants will ask you to buy shoes that are sold at reception. It depends on where you go for training and some drill sergeants let soldiers wear their own shoes and don’t have to buy them.
cell phone. You may bring your own cell phone but it will be at the discretion of the drill sergeant whether you will be granted any phone privileges (cell phone or phone booth). You can keep your cell phone during reception but once you go through basic you must hand them over to the drill sergeant. You won’t get them back until you start the white phase or every other Sunday.
steady supply. You can bring your own stationery supplies like paper, envelopes, and stamps, or you can buy them during basic training. You have the freedom to write a letter every night and send it every day to a family or friend. You’ll need to do 10 push ups for every letter you receive during mail calls for what it’s worth.
Debit Card. It is highly recommended that you bring your own debit card linked to your account. You’ll need to re-supply afterward for personal hygiene and withdraw money from ATMs to pay for haircuts at PX. Some things aren’t free in training and sometimes you have to reach into your pocket to pay for the basics like a haircut or if you want to buy the class yearbook.
Address Book. Bring an address book listing your family members and close relatives. It is very important to have someone’s mailing address so that you can send letters and add them to your Life Insurance, Emergency Contact and Beneficiary while you are in process during Reception Battalion.
cash. Bring a few extra dollars but no more than $50 dollars. You never know what can happen during your journey to boot camp. You may need to take a cab or buy something to eat.
civilian clothes. Bring the clothes on your back because on the first day you arrive at the Reception Battalion, the Army will issue you a lot of uniforms and gear. You will wear your PT or ACU uniform. You are no longer allowed to wear your civilian clothes and must dress according to the uniform of the day.
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