Underway: One Family's Guide to Surviving Bootcamp
"Underway: One Family's Guide to Surviving Boot Camp" is a moving narrative that explores the emotional journey of the Knudson family as they navigate the complexities of having their children enlist in the Navy. From the heartfelt farewells of boot camp to the uncertainties of deployment, Ruel Knudson offers a sincere portrayal of the raw emotions, fears, and triumphs experienced by families with loved ones in uniform.
In addition to the story, “Underway” includes an essential Family Boot Camp Guide featuring information on boot camp and Navy life, tips and tricks for navigating key milestones like boot camp graduation, family support resources and much more! Insights from Ruel’s own experience are combined with thorough research that equips families with the knowledge and tools needed to support their loved ones as they embark on their Navy career.
Whether you're a parent, spouse, sibling, or friend of a Navy recruit, “Underway” prepares you to navigate the challenges and celebrate the achievements of your sailor’s new adventure. With its compelling narrative and practical guidance, this book is a must-read for anyone supporting a sailor in the United States Navy.
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About Underway
From Goodbye to Celebration
Few can truly grasp the profound sense of pride and the heartache that accompanies saying goodbye to a loved one setting off on their journey to become a sailor. It's a challenging period, marked by confusion, fear, and, most of all, an unfamiliar new normal.
"Underway" chronicles our family's story through this difficult time. We share how we navigated the uncertainties and the tools we used to support our sailor. Gain a first-hand account of our early days becoming part of the U.S. Navy family.
The Family Boot Camp Guide
They get training, you get Underway
Your loved one has a recruiter helping to prepare them for boot camp, but they can't prepare the families for the huge change about to occur in their lives. Underway provides comprehensive information to help you navigate this difficult time, including what to prepare for before they leave, during their training, and your trip to their graduation ceremony in Great Lakes!
Planning for Uncertainty
One of the biggest challenges for a loved one going to boot camp is the silence. Infrequent calls, few letters, and no real way to find out what is happening can make it difficult to plan for the days ahead. Underway provides helpful resources, timelines, and lists that can help you in prepare.
Packing Lists
Did you remember to pack their favorite lazy day clothes for their liberty after graduation? Have you thought about packing their room before they leave for boot camp? Do you inform your recruit when someone is hurt or sick? These are just a few of the things that go unanswered until it's too late. "Underway" addresses these overlooked questions and provides planning tips that are easy to forget.
Tips and Guidelines For:
- What to do before they leave for RTC
- Packing Lists
- Letter Writing Tips and Tricks
- Planning for Graduation
- Boot Camp Information for Families
- Basic Navy Terminology
- Things to Do In Chicago
- Additional Web Resources
Celebrate Your Sailor's Success!
Celebrate your sailor's success and plan your trip to the Great Lakes and Chicago. Underway includes our family's account of our sailor's graduation, and a wealth of resources to plan your own adventure in Great Lakes including travel, accommodations, places to visit, and much more!