Finally Going to Post
 

I've been a member here for a while but never felt the urge to post or reply because most of the time you all have it covered. It's been 16 years since my last LES but some things you can never get out of your system.

MS3 ROTC
 

I am an ROTC MS 3, looking to make my way down eventually to apply for an officer slot. Look forward to contributing and learning here.

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Introduction
 

I am 28 years old, and a recently transitioned Active Duty Army to Army National Guard Officer. It is my goal to become a Special Forces Officer. I spent 5 years on Active Duty and missed my window, ultimately leading to my National Guard transition.

I'm in the vicinity of Pittsburgh, PA and have been training for the past year in preparation.

Hello all,

I am a member of the Legion, in the Battalion numbered for a reason. Let me know if you need anything else admins and QP's.

prometheus

Introduction
 

Hello everyone!
I am currently an active duty Sgt in the United States Marine Corps, Infantry rifleman/squad leader by trade. I am currently attending EMT-Basic, and beginning the process of joining the Army National Guard with a 68W contract. My ultimate goal is to be an 18D, I am obsessed with the various capacities of the combat medic/special forces field. I joined professionalsoldiers in hopes to get as much advice as I can to prepare for the SFRE I am hoping to get the oppourtunity to attend. Thank you guys for this amazing resource!! :lifter

Hello all,

I am a soldier looking to train body and mind in preparation to join the best of the best. Although not an American a lot of the information about PT and mindset is applicable to the Canadian selection.

Hi I'm currently leaving for osut and airborne Oct. 24th with an 18x contract.

Introduction
 

Hello everyone! I'd first like to thank all the admins, mods, and QPs for running a great website and providing years of wisdom. I've already learned a good deal from the archived threads on this site and I look forward to learning from both the QPs as well as those like myself aspiring to join.

Introduction for standuptofight
 

Hello,

I joined this site in hopes of learning and sharing. I am a 10 year member of the Army Reserves, and I have been doing my hardest to be released into the 19th Group with an SF contract this year. Right now I'm just searching the board for the answers to my many questions, while I fill out lots of paperwork and train-up.

New Introduction
 

Joined this site as a 19 year old PFC that thought he was the baddest man on the planet… I quickly learned otherwise. Injuries and immaturity kept me from pursuing SF as a member of the NG in CA. I've now spent several years as a Federal LEO in TX, and have found I still possess the desire to pursue Special Operations. I'm not entirely sure what that road will look like for me now, and so I've come back to this forum in order to study. I sincerely appreciate this sites administrators and the QP's for being willing to share knowledge with those of us that have chosen to pursue this calling.

Hello all,

I joined over three years ago before even entering the Army. This site has be a valuable resource over the years as I went from a know-nothing 18X in Basic and Airborne, and all the way through the Q to where I am today. I still don't know as much as I'd like, but every day is a new opportunity.

I've been lucky enough to play with everything from Carl Gs to 100+lb rucks, and have met many of the most truly impressive people in the world.

A word of advice for those of you in the pipeline: Never quit... because you might surprise yourself with what you're capable of.

Intro
 

Hello all,

Active duty, 35P(98G), former support guy at 1-10. Request permission to sit by the fire.

Thanks.

Introduction
 

Hi all,

Current 11A, SFAS date June 2017 following return from deployment. Possibly asking to move forward to April as it looks like I'll return earlier than expected. Looking forward to picking up tips through the forums.

Cheers.

introduction
 

my name is Paul A. Im proud to be welcomed in the company of good men such as your selves. Im a 49 yr old toolmaker who grew up surrounded by the SF mission. My father was an incredible warrior. I spent many of m days as a youth on most of the drop zones at ft.Bragg, or fishingon lake rim, and wandering the surrounding woods,or local pawn shops. I joined this group to hear your great stories,to better appreciate the jobs that you ,the Q.P.'s have done. Also i would like to see if any of the more senior warriors might have known my dad.I know he was in the 77th at Bad Tolz back in the day. [ 1954-1964] eta.Also spent time in 82nd[strike-hold], then 70's and 80's
B 2nd 11thSFGA , Youngstown. Ive eaten a few meals at the Brown Derby there. I remember on Wednesdays there was a jump at Mansfield[lahm field] i used to set up the DZ , panels and strobes. I would keep count of the stick, always knew when my dad was coming out, didnt want to look stupid and approach the wrong guy in the dark ya know.... Anyway , Im rambling now.
Im honored to be welcomed to your group.
Paul Angelove

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My name is Tom. I'm and E-4 13D. I've been in for 3 years and I am getting in touch with my local recruiter this week. Here to learn.

Thanks

Introduction
 

My name is Eric. My grandfather, a German-Jewish immigrant, fought in WWII and taught me German as a child. I joined the Army Reserve in 2009 and after three years realized it wasn't what I wanted and asked my command for a conditional release, which the refused to grant. I'm now close enough to ETS that they'll sign off on it. Ultimately, I hope to be assigned to 10th Group, as I speak two European languages and am learning Polish as well. Any advice on how to make 10th group a more certain thing are appreciated. Thank you for all that you do.

Introduction
 

Hi

Introductions
 

Hello!

My name is Scott, I'm an regular, vice reserve, member of the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN), working in the operations branch of Canadian Special Operations Forces Command HQ (CANSOFCOM HQ) as a supporter. I am a Maritime Surface/ Sub-Surface Officer(MARS O) by training.

I've joined to learn as much as I can from the members here, so that I can learn from your experience and apply those lessons to my work and preparations for selection into one of our SOF units.

My own experience has been mainly conventional, therefore I don't expect that I will post to the board. However, if you have any questions about CANSOFCOM, Canadian Armed Forces, or the RCN feel free to send me a PM.

Thank you for sharing your experiences and knowledge; and for your sacrifices in the service of your country/the world.

V/R

Scott

"We will find a way!"

Best solutions for personal growth
 

Firstly I would like to say thank you to all the people present and in our memories who have given themselves time and time again, for the betterment of us as a nation, and as a world.

My name is Mikhail, and I am 24 years old. Like in my about me, I was born in Russia and am blessed to have the family that has adopted me at a young age.
I want to honor my parents and honor my dreams.

I am currently looking into joining the Army, and I want to push myself to achieve the title of "Green Beret". I know it will be a huge ass-kicker and I will learn a lot about myself I never even knew, but that just makes me want it more. It has been my dream since I was in 2nd grade to become a SF soldier, and I won’t let anything stand in my way.

I have done research on GB, and other SF communities within our military, but becoming "Green Beret" is what resonates deeply within myself and my core beliefs.

I would be honored if anyone would give me the opportunity to learn more about what it takes, what to do, and what to look for so that I can build on myself and achieve my dream and really take my life to the next level. I understand that become a "Green Beret" requires a mindset of self-confidence, a tough mental fortitude. I don't want to just rely on having that mindset as my only skill that I am taking into it. I want to learn from those who have been there and done it, so I can relate in a better way than just assuming from an outside prospective.

You guys are the experts and know what's best, thank you for your time and this opportunity.

Mikhail

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My name is Will, I'm a sophomore in college, and I'm majoring in cellular-molecular biology. I'm planning to complete my degree and enlist with an 18x contract the following summer. I signed up so I could use the search function and learn as much as I can from this website. Thank you.

25m: Keep my scholarships and stay in shape.
50m: Graduate and Enlist.
100m: Get Selected.

Hello!

Very excited to be here! I am 27, recently married, and am assembling my packet to sign a Rep-63 contract. Looking forward to reviewing and contributing to this site as much as possible.

Introduction
 

Hello everyone,

My name is Kim. I'm 24 years old and I have been in the USMCR since 2011 and my contract is coming to an end. I'm currently talking to an Army recruiter about an 18x contract because MARSOC is not taking any applicants from the reserve side. I have a B.A. in Criminal Justice and am hoping to get the ball rolling on my lat move early next year, 2017XXXX. I am hoping to take away some guidance from the veterans here regarding my lat move, what to expect, tips, ODA culture, and will also be posting my training plan ( a cross between thor3 and selected!). Thank you.

My name is Kat, am currently located in So California. My interest is in military history, now looking to go beyond Navy/Marine Corps which is what I'm most familiar with. I am here to observe and learn as I have no personal military experience. :munchin

Hi all, been lurking around for awhile. Figured I should make my intro post. Look forward to meeting and learning a lot from some experienced and interesting individuals.

Little about me, I'm 24 years old, married with two kids. Did my time on active duty as a paratrooper. Thought it would be better for my family if I ETS'd. Clearly a mistake, home isn't what it used to be, miss it everyday. My wife does too, though she hates to admit it :rolleyes:

Plan to try and get an 18X contract when I finish my National Guard contract in 2018, so I have a little training time.

-J

Introduction
 

Former infantry Marine. Here to read up and utilize the shared knowledge of the board members.

Introduction
 

Prior service, 82nd Airborne, 11C.

Howdy yall,
I am an active duty 68W at 4th RTB waiting to re-enter the Q. I am greatly appreciative for the opportunity to hear and learn from the voices of wisdom on this forum.

Welcome. I know a 68W at 4th RTB. Are your initials N.G. ?

My intro: Ret. 18D/18A/Medical Officer, served 46 years & 1 week. Now teaching.

Welcome to the hive Rocky..

And all you other future Snake-Eaters.. :lifter


DOL

Welcome Rocky.

Rocky, welcome (about time)!

Greetings,

I am a civilian EMT and volunteer firefighter looking to learn as much as possible. I've already learned quite a bit here and look forward to gaining more knowledge from the collective experience here. Thank you all for those who have taken the time to share.

Thanks for allowing me to join the site!

I'm Jim. I'm prior service 11B1P, currently in college full time and working warehousing at night. Just here to read and learn while I gather some information on possibly reenlisting NG or AD to get a shot at SF during/after finishing school.

Introduction
 

Hello,

My name is Matt, I'm slated to ship in March as an 18x. I am a paramedic currently, and as of tomorrow will have no more classes in college left to inhibit my efforts in the way of training, at least as far as consistency time-wise. Being almost finished with my BS in EMS, I found my definitive motivation to work toward my career in SF before becoming an emergency physician later in life. I have been lurking in these forums without any posts, since most if not all of the information I need is found with a search. I wanted to become more involved at this point, and thank all the QPs and otherwise for their dedication to this forum and their service.

I do not have any local QPs that I know of here in NM to 'mentor' or train with, as far as I know, though I've met a few in the workforce here in ABQ. If anyone on here feels they have time, I'm always open to contact with anyone that wanted to fulfill any sort of 'mentor' role. Thank you again.

MG

Intro
 

I am a 26 year old stationed at Fort Bragg, NC and will be attending selection on March 29th. I appreciate the vast knowledge and advice that is on this forum, and look forward to growing both mentally and physically as I make my way through selection, and the Q course.
Thanks just you for your time
Micah

Late intro
 

Senior 18D...best job ever.

Getting ready to head to Hawaii for 3 years of slave labor, digging holes in the Pacific Rim for Mortuary Affairs but the mission is righteous and noble.

Thanks for letting me bring down the property value.

-Moff

Introduction
 

Hello!

I'm the wife of an 18x currently in the pipeline. I've been reading your forum for months, but just now officially joining. This has really helped me to know what to expect and open my eyes to the process.

Thank you!

Introduction
 

My name is Austin and I'm 21 years old with a potential ship date as an 18x in March 2017. I have a date with MEPS this upcoming Wednesday and if everything checks out I'll sign my contract on Thursday. I've wanted this for a long time and now that the opportunity is in my hands I can't help but hesitate. I left the recruiting office with a huge smile on my face and a feeling of triumph in my heart. It's been a little under an hour and since then I've spoken to my mom and dad. My mom is supportive but I'm not sure how sincere it is. My dad just wants me to put extreme consideration into it. I'm gonna sleep on it. If anyone, QP, SFAS graduate has any advice on soothing the mind and making a decision for myself, I'd appreciate it.