Going to my first duty station in Camp Humphrey, Korea. Do you have any tips or advice?

If you run into SSG Boldoe tell him SGT Hinkley said hi!

Don’t be a barracks rat. I was there in 1993-1994. We started at Camp Stanley then moved the whole brigade to Camp Casey. It’s a beautiful country. If you’re on a train, and a blind person walks by you and places gum on your knee, don’t take it off or you’ve bought it. And if you don’t buy it, they will fight you. They use That trick to get your money. And don’t take pics of the Monks. I took a picture of one sweepin in front of a monastery. He was about 100yards away. In 3 seconds he was in my face screaming at me. I was with our KATUSA (Korean Soldier) and he said the monks think a camera can steal their soul. So I had to give him my film or he was going to kick my ass. Don’t be surprised by the smell. And don’t be surprised if you see people defacate/urinate right on the sidewalk then wash it down the drain. Keep in mind, these are experiences from 24 years ago. I’m not sure of their customs. Have a great tour and thank you for your service!

Korea is a great duty station! Many things to do in South Korea. A lot of travel opportunities to other countries also in South Korea.. get good with the Katusa Soldiers they’ll take you to many different spots to eat and experience.. don’t be a barracks rat meaning stay in and play video games... the other guy said goto the ville, yea don’t go to the ville! Go to the different cities.. other than that do your job and be a great soldier and have fun!!