90 Day Paid Vacation


VACATION TOUR PACKAGE # 1775, USMC TRAVEL AGENCY
(Offered year round at our always sunny Southern California Bed and Breakfast location, and at our luxurious sand flea infested South Carolina swampy hideaway)

CLICK ON PHOTO TO PURCHASE YOUR STICKER

Basic info: Thank you for your interest in Tour package #1775. We invite you on our 90 day-24/7 all expenses paid vacation. This unique vacation guarantees to instill into each of you a tremendous amount of pride, while strengthening your nasty civilian body and mind to unprecedented levels. A well groomed, sharp dressed and highly motivated USMC Travel representative will pick you up at your place of residence, and from this point forward, your ass belongs to us. You bring nothing but your youthful motivation and the clothes on your back. Any extra trash you bring with you will either be thrown away or packed away and given back to you as your graduation nears, if you make it that far. Don’t expect to use any communication devices while on this vacation until your final week. You will become familiar with paper, pens, envelopes, and stamps which equals letter writing for you slower folks. We offer you the opportunity of a lifetime, and that is too become one of our proud members.
About our guides: Your friendly tour guides who are just salivating at the opportunity to mentor you, will be several kind-hearted, well-disciplined men and woman who want nothing more than to ensure you have a very memorable and pleasant experience. You can bet your sorry asses that no one will go unnoticed on this vacation. We here at USMC Travel demand and expect full participation at all times. These veteran guides will break you down and teach you everything that you need to know by the numbers to ensure you can properly carry out orders and to defend yourself. Attitude problems; not a problem on this pow wow. We here at USMC travel have very creative ways to adjust those who need adjusting, so learn to think before you run your pie hole while on this vacation.
Extras: To ensure that everyone can properly hear our well-meaning guides, we instruct them to turn up the decibels as they speak. And please do not be alarmed if you find yourself face to face with one of our guides. This is just a way for them to get to know each of you. And if for some silly reason you fail to understand or carry out an order, or if the tour guides have nothing better to do, you will endure some extra training which makes for an excellent cardio workout and a great way to cleanse the pores as sweat is guaranteed to pour down your worried face. No matter how much of this extra training you may receive, we here at USMC Travel will pick up the tab to show you our level of commitment and your credit card will not be charged any additional charges. We will also ensure that you are a master at marching around, and in the art of janitorial duties. BFF, yes, your M-16 rifle is now your best friend forever and you will be proficient in all aspects of this lethal weapon. Attention to detail will be embedded into each of you all courtesy of this highly sought after vacation package.
Daily routine: Your days will begin early at about zero dark-thirty and you will perform some form of physical activity as a group each day. For you lazy deep sleepers, not to worry. We ensure your awakening each and ever single day. Rain or shine, extreme heat or frigid cold, we here at USMC Travel don’t give a flying fuck and we will proudly carry on with the plan of the day. To avoid any bullshit drama such as you wanting to hang yourself, or you trying to escape your commitment, several of you will watch over each other each and every night to ensure we are all happy campers.
Activities: If you have a fear of heights, then boy oh boy are we gonna have some fun with you candy asses. Note: Medical staff is on hand just in case one of you happens to go, SPLAT!. To assists you with any soreness you may have, we have included about five days of leisure time in one of our Olympic size pools. And just in case you were wondering, there are no dolphins in this pool to swim with, but there are plenty of “Dogs” who will be more than happy to waddle with you. No rubber duckies in this pool either, but we will be more than happy to teach you how to float with the provided gear you will be issued. What’s that you say: Not a good marksman; not a freakin problem. Our eager staff of well qualified and proven marksman will have you hitting a fleas ass from as far away as 500 yards in just two short weeks. And a favorite event of many of our vacationers is the often feared, but very misunderstood ‘sinus clearing chamber’ which will leave you in tears while sporting a beautiful hooded mask provided to you at no extra costs. Filters sold separately. This event makes for a wonderful photo op for your scrap book, so don’t forget to smile as your mucous pours from your nose. For you nature freaks, not to worry, we also have you covered. Package #1775 offers some beautiful yet god-awful painful walks of various distances and speeds, and guess what? We even provide you with a sturdy back-pack stuffed with back-breaking weight. Note: You must sign a blister waiver before going on any nature hike. You see, we here at USMC Travel don’t like lawsuits. And for you aggressive combative mother fuckers, you will engage each other in some motivating hand to hand combat. Just don’t forget to sport your mouth peace. In the event that your fangs do become dislodged, or if your grille begins to spew bright red blood, no need to worry. We have a friendly staff of well qualified dentists who love nothing more than to yank, drill, and god knows what else, all free of charge.
Meals: Yes, you do get food. Meals are also covered in this package, but the amount of time to eat them is never guaranteed, so stuff your pie holes as quickly as possible. And for you fancy diners, don’t come here expecting steak and lobster washed down with some gay ass imported wine or mineral water. Instead of that fancy overpriced shit, we here at USMC Travel provide top notch four star first class catering and exquisite well aged enveloped food which believe it or not can be stuffed into your cargo pockets. Tap luke warm water from one of your handy-dandy canteens to wash it all down, and you are good to go. What more can a vacationer ask for.
Grooming standards: Did we mention the haircuts for you males. We here at USMC Travel do not like cooties such as head lice which is why all male’s wigs will be removed and then allowed to gradually grow back to ensure a studly appearance by graduation time. Your Chewbacca days are long gone as shaving your pretty little face is mandatory. Say goodbye to that nasty rock star hair do, and your Rastafarian days of sporting dreads cease now. We pride ourselves on looking sharp and we love it when we all look the same.
Your reward: Upon your completion of package #1775, each of you receives various outstanding uniforms which are yours to keep forever, some photos, videos, and you get a giant green sea bag to stuff all of your trash in. Plus you get the right to now say, “Semper Fi which is our company moto. and your membership will never expire.
Graduation info: Your loved ones, stalkers, along with any groupies who by now will be all over you, are allowed to come see you graduate, but they must pay their own way, or hitchhike, we really don’t care.
Warning: Under no circumstances should the weak or lame sign up for this exotic vacation. Other tour packages offered by our friendly competitors of, USA Travel, USN Travel, USAF Travel and USCG Travel can not begin to compare to this life changing thirteen week vacation, but they will never admit this.
We don’t want to scare any of you sweethearts and this is why this travel brochure only makes mention of the basics you each will encounter. Good times await you, so what are you waiting for. And if you have a buddy, heck, bring him or her along. This way both of you can experience hell together.
NO REFUNDS! Wait a minute…well god damn…we here at USMC travel will even pay you to vacation with us.
To lock in your bunk, call: 1-800-MARINES

CLICK ON PHOTO TO PURCHASE YOUR STICKER

Posted in INFO FOR POOLEES, USMC STORIES | Tagged , , , , , , | 6 Comments

Poole Profile #75: KLINGSHIRN, I – RSS LORAIN


Name: Klingshirn, I
Location: Lorain, OH
RSS: RSS Lorain
Ship date and MOS: 20120507 – Military Policing

Why I chose the Marine Corps: I chose to enlist in the  Marine Corps after 3 semesters of college because I felt that the Marine Corps would turn me into the person I want to be and to give me the edge later on in life.

My Plans: My plans are to serve my first 5 years and then see how the people in my life and I like it and from there I will decide if I want to make it a career.

My words to other future Jarheads: We are all working towards the same goal. Help each other out and keep pushing to better yourself and those around you. If you’re not where you want to be physically or emotionally, fix it. I started out in the DEP at 47 crunches and 6 chin ups. Now I’m getting 126 crunches and 21 pull ups and acting guide at my RSS. Push yourselves and always give 100% and you’ll get what you’re looking for.

My favorite quote: “You get what you put in, don’t cheat yourselves” -Unknown

Contact Info:
Email: itkling@yahoo.com
Facebook: Ian Klingshirn

Posted in POOLEE PROFILES | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Poolee Profile #74: GRIFFITH, D. – RSS TEMECULA


Name: Griffith, D.
Location: Murrieta, California
RSS: Temecula, California
Ship Date & MOS: June 25, 2011 / 06 Communications
Why I joined the Marine Corps: My decision to join the United States Marine Corps was due to two main factors; I want to save lives, and where can I see myself. In my high school (Murrieta Valley High School) we have a MCJROTC unit in which we function as a military unit, both in actions and appearance. After looking around at my options in my junior year of high school, the only uniform I could see myself wearing was the one warn by the United States Marines. Therefore at the end of my junior year I went in immediately and signed my paperwork.
My plans for my future/enlistment: As my family would tell you; my main goal in life is to save and protect others, and throughout my military career I will be doing just that. I would like to achieve an officer rank, although I want to experience the enlisted side of the Marine Corps, as suggestion by my MCJROTC Marine instructors. I plan to stay for twenty years, although if I find the Marine Corps to be my home then I will stay in hopes to achieve the officer rank of General. My dream would be for one day to become a political figure, such as the President or The Secretary of Defense.
My message to other future Jarheads: Being in a leadership position I can ensure you, my fellow poolees, there is nothing better than a motivated individual. So instead of seeing boot camp as the beginning; see it as your proving ground. Show yourself and your fellow subordinates what you are made of. Speak loud and proud, if you are wrong, learn from the mistake and continue on. In the end, you will not only bring yourself to the EGA but your fellow poolees / recruits. And I can ensure you, by doing these actions, you will make much more then lifelong friends, but bothers.

Contact info: Email: dgriffith@usa.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000782502954

Posted in POOLEE PROFILES | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Poolee Profile #73: COLON, G. – RSS CAYEY


Name: Colon Sanchez, Gerardo
Location: Cidra, Puerto Rico
RSS: RSS Cayey
Ship date and MOS: 20120521

Why I chose to enlist into the Marine Corps: I chose to enlist into the Marine Corps because I wanted to make a big difference in life and also be part of a brotherhood that few can be.

My plans for my enlistment/future: As we talk about plans everyone comes with many in mind when they enlist in the Marine Corps. Mine is that I want to finish my bachelor and once I get it, continue my studies. Although everyone enlists with this mindset of “I’m going to make 20 years of service” when the true is that only few of them will make a career in the Corps. I admit that I would like to make 20 years of service too, but I think that I will really decide whether I want to make it or not once I get into the service and notice the pros and cons. So when we talk about plans mine are: Education, Travel and be the best Marine as I can.

My advice to other future Jarheads: There are too many ways to inspire people. In this case we’re talking about this circle of “I want to be a Marine”. I’m not a Marine yet but I can inspire you guys when it comes to physical fitness. I know some poolees that enlist in the Marine Corps and they can’t do a single pull up and I say this because I WAS ONE OF THEM. When I enlist I barely can’t one pull up after 2 months now I can do 17 pull ups, increase my crunches from 81 to 127 and decreased my run time from 13:37 to 10:30. Trust me, if you guys put some effort and dedication on this… YOU WILL SUCCEED! I’m just to 5 weeks left to ship out to boot camp and I remember when I enlisted 6 months ago and always failing my IST’s, I felt really frustrated, but I never give up and started to workout like a monster and now I’m doing good and looking for more improvement. My point is that as I did YOU CAN DO IT TOO. Always keep that in mind.

Contact info: Email: Gerardo.colon.92@gmail.com
Twitter: @GerardoColon2
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gerardo.colon1

Posted in POOLEE PROFILES | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Poolee Profile #72: NELSON, J. – RSS BAYBROOK


Name: Nelson, J
Location: Houston, TX
RSS: RSS Baybrook
Ship date and MOS: 7 May 2012, Intel 02xx

Why I chose to enlist into the Marine Corps: I chose to enlist in the Marine Corps because I have wanted to since I had been a sophomore in high school. I had been in JROTC, ROTC, and the Corps at Texas A&M. I was considering an officer program while in NROTC but I felt that my path right now lied more in going another route, not a lot of people understand but right now it’s where my heart lies. The values, commitment, and tradition of patriotism are what I want to uphold and represent, there is no other option.

My plans for my enlistment/future: As of now I am open to a career with the Marine Corps as long as they let me. I have college under my belt so maybe later I will look at officer programs but for now I am looking at the present. I would like to pursue a career in the FBI or CIA possibly after my time in the military.

My advice to other poolees and wannabees, don’t let anything discourage you or bring you down. Naysayers be damned, everyone has to follow their own path or they will fail. Do what you need to do and always strive to excel in it, there will be dark days but perseverance and positivity is key in overcoming. It’s taken me years to get here and I’m taking steps to get what I want for the first time, I won’t be dragged down.

My favorite quote: “Be faithful in small things because it is in them that your strength lies.” Mother Teresa

“I come in peace. I didn’t bring artillery. But I’m pleading with you, with tears in my eyes: If you fuck with me, I’ll kill you all.” General James Mattis

Contact info: Facebook: http://facebook.com/profile.php?refid=0

Posted in POOLEE PROFILES | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Poolee Profile #71: GUZMAN, A. – RSS CHAMBER STREET


Name: Guzman, A
Location: New York, New York
RSS: RSS Chamber Street, NY
Ship date and MOS: 20121112, MOS pending
Why I chose to enlist into the Marine Corps: I chose to enlist in the Marine Corps, because of what it has to offer. The Brotherhood, the new environment, and learning experience is something I wanted to take part in. I’ve decided to not take the traditional path of going straight to college right after high school, and try something new altogether. Furthermore, I wanted to carry the legacy and do something i would be proud of and my children as well.

My plans for my enlistment/future: My plans are to serve at least one or two enlistment, and go pursue a college where I hopefully will be able to do NROTC, and become an officer. If not I am planning on continuing my career in Engineering field where I  aspire to become a Mechanical Engineer. If not I will work in the Criminal Justice field and work as a Police Officer/(SWAT), FBI, or CIA.

My words to other future Jarheads: Always remember this, you decided to join one of the most ELITE FORCES in the world, earn the title. Always remember the Oath you took.  Once you graduate, wear that uniform proud, represent your brothers and sister. NO ONE, ABSOLUTELY NO ONE can take that away from you ! Never give up on your dreams.  Not everyone can become a Marine, and not everyone has the guts to even enlist in the Military, so always be proud of yourself no matter what.

My favorite quote: Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma — which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most importantly, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become. Everything else is secondary.” – Steve Jobs

“If you love what you do, then it is no longer work. The money you earn is secondary when you love your work.”Catherine Pulsifer

Contact info: E-mail : Alfredo2k9@live.com

Posted in POOLEE PROFILES | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Poolee Profile #70: FULLER, J.C. – RSS TUSCON


Name: Fuller, J C
Location: Tucson, AZ (originally from Phoenix, AZ)
RSS: RSS Tucson
Ship date and MOS: 2012.04.09- Crypto Linguist (tentative date and MOS)
Why I joined the Marine Corps: When I first arrived at the Armed Forces Recruiting center in Tucson,
I walked right by the doors leading to other branches and straight
into the one labled “Marines.”  I want to become the best of the best-
to overcome challenges most people wouldn’t even think to try.
Becoming a Marine would mean joining a select few and entering a
brotherhood as deep as family.  I more than look forward to the day I
ship and get my chance at becoming one of the few!

My plans for my enlistment/future: I want to serve in the Corps for as long as they will have me.  I
already have a lot of college credit so I plan to finish my degree and
apply for OCS to become an officer.  My currently selected job (Crypto
Linguist) isn’t set in stone yet but regardless what MOS I receive,
plans to stay in the Marines and become an officer will remain.

My message to other future Marines: We have all taken the first step to become United States Marines.
Even though we haven’t earned the title, we now represent the Corps
and all those other Poolees around the nation.  So let’s act like it!
This is our time to shine: to show the world what we’re made of and to
prove that we can overcome the toughest of challenges!  So go out
there and become what you want to be.  You are in control of your
future, so make sure to show the Marine Corps that you’re ready to
take on the challenge! Good luck to us all!

My favorite quote: “Attitude is Everything” – Author Unknown

Contact info: jcfuller@email.arizona.edu

Posted in POOLEE PROFILES | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Poolee Profile #69: BENNETT – RSS ALTAMONTE SPRINGS


Name: BENNETT
Location: WINTER SPRINGS, FL
RSS: RSS ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, FL
SHIP DATE: 09102012 MOS:0311

I CHOOSE TO ENLIST INTO THE MARINE CORPS BECAUSE I WANTED TO GIVE BACK AT LEAST A SMALL FRACTION OF THE FREEDOMS AND OTHER GREAT THINGS IVE BEEN SO BLESSED TO GET OUTTA MY COUNTRY.

AS FAR AS MY PLANS GO, IM NOT SURE. I WOULD LIKE TO SIT HERE AND SAY I WANT TO MAKE IT A CAREER(WHICH WOULD BE A SMART THING TO DO) BUT IM NOT SURE YET, IM GONNA HAVE TO SEE WHAT I LIKE ABOUT IT AND WHAT WILL MAKE ME STAY IF I CHOOSE TO MAKE IT A CAREER.

BEING A POOLIE AINT MUCH FUN IS IT GUYS LOL BUT IVE NOTICED THE MORE I WORK AT IT, THE MORE I START TO LIKE THE IDEA THAT IM LEAVING FOR BASIC TRAINING. SOUNDS SILLY BUT I FEEL LIKE IN A WAY IM ADJUSTING TO THE CULTURE AND THE VALUES OF THE MARINE CORPS. I INVITE ANYONE TO TAKE THE CHALLENGE AND NOT GIVE UP AT IT. ITS NOT EASY BUT JUST KEEP AT IT AND DONT GIVE UP! OORAH!

“I WALK THROUGH THE VALLEY OF THE SHADOW OF DEATH AND FEAR NO EVIL AS I AM THE MEANEST MUTHER FUCKER IN THE VALLEY!”
- GEN G. S. PATON

Posted in POOLEE PROFILES | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment