Longest run in marine boot camp Blood Drive: Marines are given the opportunity to take part in a blood drive. By Jeff Schogol. They complete paperwork, receive haircuts, are issued uniforms and gear, undergo medical evaluations, and take the Initial Strength Test to ensure they are prepared for training. he was my second recruiter tho so it wasn't a huge deal. During this formation run, friends and family witness the transformation their loved ones underwent during the 13 weeks of recruit training. This final phase prepares the Corps’ newest Marines to serve in the uniforms they’ve earned and introduces them to the Nation they’ll soon serve on Graduation Day. Marine Corps E-1 salaries increase after four months of active duty to $1,599. The Crucible event pits teams of recruits against a barrage of day and night events requiring every recruit to work together to solve problems, overcome obstacles, and help each other along the way. Nothing to do but play games, scuzz brush bulk head, Aye sir!!! Get those nasty mattresses out of by squad bay, to slow, bring ‘‘em back. All Marines are required to take the CFT between July 1 – December 31 each year, unless otherwise excused due to a medical condition that places the Marine on light duty or limited duty. mlmqeroeigrhrrpaaptnvrjxwpwrglxuzvuimfupdwanvmtxdulcyrdcsdwtmkgitxfky