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Table of Contents

About the Recruit Sustainment Program (RSP) ............................................................................................................ 3

Which Phase Are You? ........................................................................................................................................................ 3

Where and Where to Report ...................................................................................................................................... 4

Commander’s Corner .......................................................................................................................................................... 4

Military Appearance and Professional Bearing ............................................................................................................ 5

Hair Grooming ..................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Personal Appearance ...................................................................................................................................................... 5

What to Wear/What to Bring for RSP Drill .................................................................................................................. 6

Administrative Notes .......................................................................................................................................................... 6

Training Topics/Events for This Month........................................................................................................................ 7

Red Phase ........................................................................................................................................................................ 7

White Phase .................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Green Phase .................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Blue Phase ....................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Helpful Links .............................................................................................................................................................. 9

“Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The

most certain way to succeed is always to try

just one more time.”

Thomas A. Edison

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Before you ship to Basic Combat Training (BCT), you'll attend the Recruit Sustainment Program (RSP). These weekends will be your introduction to BCT and will get you started and keep you on track, mentally, physically and emotionally while you prepare for your career in the Guard. RSP drills give you an opportunity to start getting comfortable with the terminology and protocols that are part of Guard service—and you'll be getting paid for the time you spend at RSP.

Which Phase Are You?

Red Phase:

Your first weekend at RSP is “Red Phase.” In this intensive first few days, you’ll learn basics you need to know right away—like the Army Values, Army structure and ranks, saluting and forms of address, your physical fitness assessment

and more.

White Phase:

During the White Phase, you’ll learn more about the Guard and more of what you’ll need to know to succeed at BCT. Many topics are covered, including three main categories: the training community, military history and background, and

physical readiness.

Blue Phase:

Blue Phase is your final drill prior to shipping to Basic Combat Training (BCT). During this weekend, you’ll cover all the final details that have to be taken care of before you leave.

Green Phase:

The Green Phase is for Soldiers who have completed Basic Combat Training, and is designed for recruits in the Split Training Option (STO) Program. These recruits attend the Recruit Sustainment Program until they ship to BCT, and then

return to RSP until they ship to Advanced Individual Training the summer after their senior year. During that second year of RSP, Green Phase courses offer advanced leadership training on topics.

Gold Phase/Battle Handoff: The Soldier's first drill after successful completion of Initial Active Duty Training (IADT) is his or her final weekend at the

RSP. Gold Phase teaches Soldiers what to expect at their unit of assignment, as well as what will be expected from them. Most importantly, it provides the Battle Handoff from the RSP to the Soldier's new unit/sponsor through a formal rite of

passage ceremony attended by RSP Soldiers and the gaining unit leadership.

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Where and when to report

The following information is provided to prepare you for your next weekend of

training:

Date and Time: 0700hrs (7:00am) on Saturday 24th of August 2013 at Camp Fogarty

Armory Drill Shed Floor.

Location: Camp Fogarty Armory, 2841 South County Trail, East Greenwich,

Rhode Island 02818

Uniform: Arrive both days in PT’s. ACU’s and Hygiene bag are carried in a

backpack.

Transportation: Transportation to and from Camp Fogarty is your responsibility. We

encourage ride sharing…If you have a problem getting to Camp Fogarty contact your Recruiter!!

Release Time: Approximately 2030hrs (8:30pm) on Saturday

the 24th and 1200hrs on Sunday the 25th Aug

2013 (If anyone is being provided with a Ride Home, have your

rides arrive 15 minutes early.)

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If there is anything that may affect your attendance, please contact

Your Recruiter immediately.

The Next RSP Drill date is 21-22nd September 2013 at

0700 hrs

Directions from Providence:

-Rte 95 South or approximately 8 Miles. As you pass Exit 10, get in one of the left

lanes

-Exit 9 (which goes off to the left) is Rte 4 South. Travel approximately 3 miles

-Then take Exit 7A, Frenchtown Road (RT 402) to Rt2

-Take a left at the stop sign onto Rte 2 North

-Camp Fogarty will be on the left, approximately .03 miles

IF YOU GET LOST OR HAVE ANY OTHER PROBLEMS ENROUTE, YOU CAN CALL

YOUR RECRUITER OR SFC Pariseau at (401)465-5639

COMMANDER’S CORNER

Congratulations!!! You are

embarking on a major life change.

Your decision to become a member

of the Rhode Island Army National

Guard is a positive one. It is a

significant decision that few people

choose to make. The Recruit

Sustainment Program (RSP) and my

Cadre are here to assist you in

making your transition from a

civilian to military career an easier

one. The Cadre will provide you

with the fundamentals required to

complete your training and, with

ample focus and dedication, you will

have the potential to become the

Honor Graduate for your class. The

fundamentals you will learn during

each RSP weekend can be applied in

your everyday life. Continuing the

training and fundamentals learned

will lead to your success at Basic

Combat Training (BCT), Advanced

Individual Training (AIT) and your

future military career. Your choice

to join the Rhode Island Army

National Guard is a good one. I

challenge you to take advantage of

every opportunity the RSP and the

Cadre offer you and dare to be the

best Soldier you can be.

Cheryl Irving CW2, AG

Commanding “A good battle plan that you act on

today can be better than a perfect one

tomorrow.”

- Gen George S. Patton

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WHAT TO WEAR / WHAT TO BRING

FOR RSP DRILL

REPORT in APFT Uniform! Bring your ACU’s, to include your

boots, belt, t-shirt, socks and cover!! Do not bring half a

uniform!

Bring extra clothes and personal hygiene gear**.

Bring your Military ID Card and Drivers License with you for

Identification. Also, bring your AKO E-mail address with you

so you can enter it on the “Warrior Pre-Ship Counseling” Form.

Spring and Summer Season:

Shorts

RSP T-shirts

Sweat shirt, pants

Sweat suit for physical training

Running shoes * (wear proper running shoes; no Nike

Air Forces, etc.)**

Drink Plenty of Water Extra change of clothing **Remember to bring a

couple changes of clothing because of Physical

Training!

DON’T FORGET to come to drill clean shaven

and with your hair cut in accordance with AR

670-1 (See page 6).

* Wear proper running shoes; no Nike Air Forces, etc.

** Remember to bring a couple changes of clothing because

of Physical Training! Also, don’t forget to bring personal

hygiene products such as:

Shaving gear to include:

Razor

Shaving cream

Toothbush and toothpaste

Soap

Towel

Shower shoes (flip-flops)

Pocket notebook and pen

Ensure you have a good night’s rest on Friday

and be prepared for a challenging weekend.

The key to a successful weekend will be TEAM

WORK!!

ADMINISTRATIVE NOTES:

You are required to notify your

recruiter immediately if there

are any personal changes to

your life, this includes:

Address change (no P.O.

Box) must have a physical place

to live

Change of phone number(s)

Married/divorced — legally

responsible for any children and

not married

Illness/injury— that prevents

you from attending drill or

prevents any physical training

while at drill

Cannot attend drill due to

other reasons — try and make

up the drill before it is scheduled

If not able to access

AKO/MyPay….contact your

recruiter before you come to

drill

Once you have an account,

you have to change your

password and/or pin number

from a temp one to permanent

within 30 days

Health Care is available for

all Army National Guard

members at TriCare Reserve

Select…It is much cheaper than

Blue Cross or other plans

Dental is also available at

United Concordia

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Military Appearance and Professional Bearing As a professional Soldier, you’re expected to positively represent the Rhode Island Army National Guard. Know how to wear the

uniform, wear it with pride at all times, and meet height and weight standards. By the way you carry yourself and through your

military courtesy and appearance, you send a signal: I am proud of my uniform, my unit, and myself. Skillful use of your professional

bearing – fitness, courtesy, and military appearance – can often help you manage difficult situations.

A professional Soldier presents a professional appearance, but there’s more to being an Army professional than looking good.

Professionals are competent as well. The Army requires you to look sharp and be sharp.

Hair Grooming

Hairstyles are generally different for men and women. The standards that pertain to the military are different as well. One

myth about women in the military is that they will have to cut their hair short once they join. The regulation (Army Regulation (AR)

670-1) that encompasses hairstyles does justifiably differ between men and women in the military.

In general, there are several hairstyles acceptable in the Army. So long as the Soldier’s hair is kept in a neat and clean

manner, the acceptability of the style will be judged solely by the criteria described below. Extreme or faddish haircuts or hairstyles

are not authorized. If dyes, tints, or bleaches are used, colors used must be found in natural human hair and not present an

extreme appearance. Lines or designs will not be cut into the hair or scalp. Styles of hair and texture differ among the different

ethnic groups and these differences affect the length and bulk of hair, as well as the style worn by each Soldier. Haircuts, without

reference to style, will conform to the following standards:

Males Females

• The hair on top of the head will be neatly groomed. The

length and bulk of the hair will not be excessive or present a

ragged, unkempt, or extreme appearance. Hair will present

a tapered appearance and, when combed, will not fall

over the ears or eyebrows or touch the collar, except for the

closely cut hair at the back of the neck. The block cut

fullness in the back is permitted in moderate degree as long

as the tapered look is maintained. In all cases, the bulk or

length of hair will not interfere with the normal wear of

headgear or protective masks.

• Hair will be neatly groomed. The length and the bulk of the

hair will not be excessive or present a ragged, unkempt or

extreme appearance. Hair will not fall over eyebrows or

extend below the bottom edge of the collar while in

uniform. Hairstyles will not interfere with proper wearing of

military head gear or protective masks

• Sideburns will be neatly trimmed. The base will not be

flared and will be a clean-shaven, horizontal line. Sideburns

will not extend below the lowest part of the exterior ear

opening.

• Wigs or hairpieces may be worn as long as the wig or

hairpiece is of a natural hair color and the style and length

conform to appearance standards.

• The face will be clean-shaven, except that mustaches are

permitted. If a mustache is worn, it will be kept neatly

trimmed, tapered, tidy, and will not present a chopped-off

appearance. No portion of the mustache will cover the

upper lip line or extend sideways beyond a vertical line

drawn upward from the corner of the mouth. Handlebar

mustaches, goatees, and beards are not authorized. If an

appropriate medical authority prescribes beard growth, the

length required for medical treatment will also be specified.

• Hair-holding ornaments (such as, but not limited to,

barrettes, pins, clips, bands), if used, must be unadorned

and plain and must be transparent or similar in color to the

hair, and will be inconspicuously placed. Beads or similar

ornamental items are not authorized.

Professional Appearance

In uniform, you may wear a wristwatch, a wrist identification bracelet, and no more than two rings (wedding ring sets are

considered one ring). Earrings, which can be worn in the Army Service Uniform (ASU), must not exceed 6 mm or 0.235 inch in

diameter and must be gold, silver, white pearl, or diamond. In general, earrings must be unadorned and spherical.

Matched pairs must be worn. Females are also authorized to wear lipstick and nail polish with all uniforms as long as the

color is conservative. Extreme shades of lipstick and nail polish such as purple, gold, blue, and white will not be worn.

Under NO circumstances are men permitted to wear earrings while on duty. They may not wear them while in uniform, or in

civilian clothes on duty, but they may wear them in civilian clothes off duty or on a military installation.

The regulation also states that there will be no attaching, affixing, or displaying objects, articles, jewelry, or ornamentation

to, under, or through the skin while in uniform, in civilian clothes while on duty, or in civilian clothes off duty on any military

installation or other places under military control, except for females wearing earrings as outlined in paragraph 1-14, Army

Regulation 670-1. Any tattoo or brand anywhere on the head or face is prohibited except for permanent makeup. Tattoos

that are not extremist, indecent, sexist, or racist are allowed on the hands and neck (ALARACT 017/2006).

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WHITE PHASE INSTRUCTORS:

SFC LOIGNON, SSG COUTURE & SSG Bouchard

Day & night Land Navigation

Map reading is one of the most important skills that you will learn as a Soldier and a future Army National Guard leader. The navigational skills you learn here this weekend may very well be used to lead your platoon to a successful patrol on the streets of Kabul, or the desert areas in Afghanistan, or guide your squad through disaster areas in your home state. Your ability to properly apply these basic skills in any given area might easily prove to be lifesaving. This block of instruction works in conjunction with two other blocks of instruction Identify Terrain Features/Determine Distance on a Map and Identify Topographic Features on a Map. These three skill sets will quite possibly save your life or the lives of your fellow Soldiers not only in combat but in peace time missions as well.

Responsibility and Accountability

As Soldiers, we typically accept and uphold responsibility and accountability far beyond what is expected in our early civilian life. These values we adopt date back hundreds of years in American History and have formed the foundation of our success as the strongest fighting force known.

SOlDiER’S CREED/WARRiOR EThOS

Ask yourself “Who do I want to be?” We humans can change ourselves. We are not bound by instinct. As you have grown up, the world around you has influenced your development. But in becoming an adult, you take that responsibility for yourself. Now it is your choice and your responsibility. Be whom you choose, but be someone you can be proud of when you go to bed at night. Be whom you choose, but be someone who is making the unit, the Army, and the nation a better place to live.

Success as a Team in Basic Combat Training

Teamwork involves coming together for the purpose of working as a cohesive unit toward a specific goal. Teamwork is the action or actions of individuals brought together for a common purpose which makes the individual subordinate to the team. The interactions among the members and the work they complete are called teamwork. It is that team effort that makes for a successful mission. This lesson discusses the importance of the team and how you have the opportunity to make it stronger.

RED PHASE INSTRUCTORS:

SFC Bonilla, SSG PARENT & DS Barberio

RSP Introduction

Our goal is to ensure you are Mentally Prepared for the task at hand, Administratively Correct, so as to properly support your families and provide for any personal needs, and Physically Fit to have confidence you need, to successfully graduate from Basic Combat Training.

Army's Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Training

This class will provide you with the knowledge, awareness, and prevention techniques that you can apply to your daily activities. Also, this class is designed to stress the seriousness of sexual assault and to ensure that the Army‘s contemporary operating environment is safe and keeps to the highest standards.

History of the Army National Guard

The contribution of Army National Guard throughout America’s history is filled with acts of heroism, service beyond the call of duty, and far reaching bravery. Those individual Soldiers, as well as units are indeed a tribute to the spirit and nature of the individuals who have served under our proud flag. As a Soldier in this honored organization you share the pride, strength, resilience, and determination exhibited by past and present selfless service. You are the future of the Army National Guard, and the bearer of our country’s freedom.

Equal Opportunity and Sexual Harassment Policies and Programs (EO/POSH)

In this lesson you will learn the Army Equal Opportunity and Prevention of Sexual Harassment Program, and how to choose behaviors consistent with the Policy and Army Values.

Rank Identification and Reporting Procedures

One of your most immediate tasks is to identify army rank. You will properly address enlisted and officer personnel by the end of the day; therefore this lesson plan is of utmost importance. Proper identification of rank insignia and reporting procedures will greatly enhance your success while in the Army National Guard’s Recruit Sustainment Program, in Basic Combat Training, Advanced Individual Training, and throughout your military career.

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Important to Upcoming Shippers:

Anyone shipping out prior to the upcoming drill will need to have in their possession:

Valid Driver’s License/Photo ID, Original Social Security Card, ATM Card, Military ID Card If there were any changes that had occurred since enlistment (i.e. marriage, divorce, violations, child births, bank changes), you need to bring in the documentation so we can update this information prior to your shipping off to training.

Shipping out

Employer Notification: Long before you leave for BCT, you must tell your employer that you will be away from work. You’ll find the information you need in the Employment Rights of the Battle Book, in the family section. Army National Guard Liaison: The Liaison Officer/NCO is a member of the Army National Guard on active duty at military installations. Be sure that you have a phone number to reach him/her in case of delayed arrival or other emergency. You will receive an in-processing briefing by the Liaison Officer/NCO when you arrive at BCT.

Travel

On the morning you ship out you will leave from the parking lot of Camp Fogarty Armory on South County Trail, East Greenwich (RSP training site), and be at Camp Fogarty Armory NLT 0800hrs (8:00am).

-At Camp Fogarty Armory, you will be inspected to make sure you have not had any medical problems since you passed the physical the day you enlisted. -It is very important you notify your recruiter or SFC Pariseau at Camp Fogarty during the drill of any medical problems that may arise… also watch your weight if you were close during the physical…if you are not sure call your recruiter. -You will travel to your Basic Training Reception Station by air, train and/or bus. If there is a delay or if the delay will cause you to arrive after midnight on your scheduled arrival date, get a statement from the ticket agent stating the reason (i.e. plane delayed because of weather) and call the Liaison NCO at your destination.

Upon completion of Basic Training or AIT, we must receive a copy of your DD214 or DD220 and MOS orders. It is MANDATORY that within 72hrs from your return home, to contact the following personnel: 1) Your recruiter 2) SFC Pariseau Office (401) 275-4670 3) Mr Sparks Office (401) 275-4665 4) Your unit of assignment

BLUE PHASE Instructors:

SFC Pariseau

GREEN PHASE INSTRUCTORS:

SFC Cloutier SSG FREGEAU & SGT DORSEY

FTX (Field Training Exercises)

Most branches of the US Armed Forces implement field training exercises into their military training courses for enlisted and officers. In the National Guard often as in other branches, conduct field training exercise here locally at Camp Fogarty in where RSP recruits can practice the skills they have learned Basic Combat Training (BCT). The purpose of this is to give these soldiers a refresher course of battle before they leave for Advance Individual Training (AIT). This also allows instructors to look for mistakes and correct them before their recruits are activated for a potential mission.

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