Going to NTC Advice.... (Do you have any tips?)

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 18 May 2015 20:22:27 -0400

1) I have never been and will be going. Any good advice on the most important things to bring that's not issued to you or is provided.
2) other than the triple digit heat what other hazards do you need to look out for.
3) what is the biggest thing you can do to hold off total failure for as long as possible.

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made May 18 at 2015 8:41 PM

1SG Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 18 May 2015 20:41:04 -0400

What do you expect to be doing?
What scenario type is your unit doing?

If I go by your profile, you'd better have your unit SOPs and Battle Drills rehearsed, because your skills will be tested as part of validation.
You can also expect an ambush, as the OPFOR just loves going after snap missions involving loggies/ recovery assets.

Have something analog to entertain yourself with (like cards). They don't allow any cellphones or personal electronics into the field.

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made May 18 at 2015 9:04 PM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Mon, 18 May 2015 21:04:05 -0400

Goggles, butt wipes, batteries, old ammo case, TP, Etool.

3) what is the biggest thing you can do to hold off total failure for as long as possible. What does this mean?

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made May 18 at 2015 11:22 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 18 May 2015 23:22:46 -0400

One of my best friends is an oc/t out there. Be prepared for a lot of DA. also, be prepared to "lose."

Response by COL Charles Williams made May 19 at 2015 12:27 AM

COL Charles Williams — Tue, 19 May 2015 00:27:20 -0400

Run away!!!

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made May 19 at 2015 12:32 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 19 May 2015 00:32:00 -0400

Have fun! Excellent opportunity to get some good training and some outside inflicted stress. Use it to improve yourself and job.

Baby wipes, sunscreen, and slim jims.

Response by CSM Charles Hayden made May 19 at 2015 12:39 AM

CSM Charles Hayden — Tue, 19 May 2015 00:39:53 -0400

For dryness and to flush the sand from your eyes, carry 2 each "Visene" or an equal moisturing eye drop. Chapstick comes in handy also.

We know it never rains in the desert! Therefore, don't snicker when; inexperienced, young Soldiers take out a poncho when it does rain! Then, take the high ground, quickly!

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made May 19 at 2015 1:02 AM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 19 May 2015 01:02:50 -0400

I'm a mechanic and just one part of the big picture

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made May 19 at 2015 12:25 PM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Tue, 19 May 2015 12:25:00 -0400

I think it depends on the unit and type of MOS you have. I was the Armor Bn Assistant S-4 and we slept every night except one.

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Jul 16 at 2018 11:35 PM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Mon, 16 Jul 2018 23:35:31 -0400

Any army shower device is nice to have. Remember your goggles. Take cravats for your breathing mask.

Response by CWO3 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 17 at 2018 9:43 AM

CWO3 Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 17 Jul 2018 09:43:00 -0400

hydrate, hydrate, and hydrate some more, check boots for critters if you take them off, ensure survival, comms and landnav gear if you are intentionally separated as road guard etc