Well I just finished up with my first weekend of Pre-OCS. There will be four weekends altogether before the first phase of OCS begins.
Pre-OCS is just what is sounds like. It is very similar to how RSP was prior to Basic Training. At least it was this weekend. We spent most of our time in the classroom learning important skills we will need at OCS. The primary focus was land navigation. It is pretty obvious this will be a heavy topic at OCS.
Saturday we did get some time outside for drill and ceremony, but not a lot. Sunday we had a partial PT test, but they wouldn't let us complete it due to bad weather. I am sure we won't get the luxury of staying dry in OCS though.
There aren't very many details to share from the weekend or advice to give. Just pay attention to the details and be confident.
Did they smoke y'all? We were told pre-OCS was gong to be a giant smoke-fest. Texas only has three pre-OCS weekends, so we don't start until March.
ReplyDeleteThere was not even a singe. The only physical aspect this weekend was running from place to place outside (there's no walking outside unless you're marching in formation) and the PT test. Our cadre told us they are not permitted to smoke us. This may be different from state to state though.
ReplyDeleteI almost wish they would so I could be even better prepared for OCS.
Thanks for the update, been waiting for one and checking up on ya regularly!
ReplyDeleteWhere have you been SPC Belvin?
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