Beginning with the February 3, 2012 graduation, families of Recruits will be welcome to attend the new Family Orientation Day on the Wednesday prior to graduation. This wonderful opportunity will allow families to experience firsthand the journey their soon-to-be Marine is on, as well as learn important information about the Marine Corps.

Families will get to taste the delicious array of food available at Douglas Visitor Center and local restaurants in between sessions that will assist them in orienting to Boot Camp and the Marine Corps lifestyle. In the first session, loved ones will learn about history, traditions and core values of the Marine Corps, followed by a “Behind the Scenes” tour for advanced registrants.

The second session will highlight what happens in Boot Camp, along with the next steps for the future Marines. It will also provide families with much-needed information on resources available through the Marine Corps.

Later in the day, families will get to know each other through “meet and greets” to find others who are on the same journey they are!

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