Army basic training packing list

Use this list to prepare as you pack for Basic Training. Be sure to talk with your Recruiter to get an updated list of any additional items you may need to bring.

The first thing people ask you when you come home from Army basic training (or BCT for short) is: "So..how hard was it?" Like most things in life, it is a matter of opinion, but most people will honestly say it was pretty hard. With the exception of the few boastful who will write off

Army, basic training, prepare, what you really need to know

As a service member, you'll need to take a few things when you head off to basic training - everything else will be provided for you. See packing list tips.

Army Basic Training care packages: what can you send? Here is a list of acceptable things to send your SIT while at Basic.

Hey y'all! We are just 5 short days away until my husband, Barry, leaves for Air Force basic training. I wish I could pin point all of the feelings that I am having about this but, I just can't. He is so ready to leave and "get it over with" (in his words). I am going to miss him SO so much. But anyways, I've been trying to make this a fun experience for both of us, and I don't ever want to forget this experience so I want to document it all! Today I helped him pack his bag that he gets to…