Introductions I I- Your first post on this board goes here. (CLOSED)

[CPTAUSRET]

DON'T DO IT!!!!!!!!!!


What he said!!


Well said, Sneaky!

[Peregrino]

jmhcr66 - I don't believe NDD was emphatic enough. You need to figure out your priorities. Right now your "wants" are mutually exclusive. But then it's your life. Just don't expect to have your cake and eat it too. Back to your regularly scheduled topic - this is the Intro Thread. If you want more advice/abuse find the right forum to post it in. Peregrino

[jmhcr66]

The one and only priority in my life is to make it through the Q. I will take these words of advice, and not have any distractions while I am completing it. Thank you for the help. Once again, I apologize for posting this is the wrong area.

[BALLS (RIP)]

I am Jon a former Special Forces Soldier and have served in the 10th , 5th and MACVSOG. This is the first time I have sent a message to the members of the
Quiet Professionals. This will be the way to contact me. I am new on a computer except for writing speeches. I am a friend of the team sergeant. Spent last week at the Shot Show alot of wants but nothing I could'nt live with
out. Saw alot of the guys and had a great time.

Hope to get more familiar with the Quiet Professionals Website.

God Bless our young men and women in harms way!

Balls

[The Reaper]

Wow!

Welcome aboard, Sergeant Major.

Great seeing you last week.

TR

[Ambush Master]

I am Jon a former Special Forces Soldier and have served in the 10th , 5th and MACVSOG. This is the first time I have sent a message to the members of the
Quiet Professionals. This will be the way to contact me. I am new on a computer except for writing speeches. I am a friend of the team sergeant. Spent last week at the Shot Show alot of wants but nothing I could'nt live with
out. Saw alot of the guys and had a great time.

Hope to get more familiar with the Quiet Professionals Website.

God Bless our young men and women in harms way!

Balls
DAMN, you figgered out the Puter!!!!:D

Take care!!

[Team Sergeant]

Welcome SGM!

It was great to see you at Shot Show!

Jeff

[Snaquebite]

Welcome aboard SGM

[Peregrino]

Welcome aboard SGM. I'm/we're glad TS and the guys finally persuaded you to stick your head in. FWIW - The SHOT Show rumors are flying thick & fast. I have it from reliable sources you were "the last man standing" (again - I still remember last year) and that you've got the goods on everybody. The rest of us are sorry we missed the action. Peregrino

[takeumnow]

Thank you for this wealth of knowledge. I have inquired into this site many times over the past year before realizing I should become a member. My father served in MACVSOG CCS, he instilled great values and sparked my interest into the special forces community. Thank you for the opportunity and insight into the minds of such great men.

[NousDefionsDoc]

Welcome aboard Sergeant Major.

[Roguish Lawyer]

Welcome, SGM!

[mike-munich]

Welcome from Bad Tölz, Sergeant Major !

[gunnerjohn]

Welcome aboard SGM. It was great to spend time with you at the SHOT Show this year. Memories of the events will be permanently etched on my brain. Best wishes to you.
John

[Gunrunner]

Greetings,
Read Rules- Check
Read Announcements- Check
Read Sticky- Check
Fill out Profile- Check
Post first message on Intro II- Check, set.

Not get incoming from TS, Reaper- Priceless!

[Jack Moroney (RIP)]

I am Jon a former Special Forces Soldier and have served in the 10th , 5th and MACVSOG.

Welcome aboard SGM, last time I saw you was at Lakehurst in my little facility as you were packing out for another trip.

[Pete]

Welcome SGM

Pete

[x SF med]

Great to see you here SGM.

[The Reaper]

Greetings,
Read Rules- Check
Read Announcements- Check
Read Sticky- Check
Fill out Profile- Check
Post first message on Intro II- Check, set.

Not get incoming from TS, Reaper- Priceless!

GR, fill in your profile before posting again.

TR

[Kyobanim]

Welcome Sergeant Major!

[Twinkdawg]

Greetings All,

Thanks for having me,

I guess it all started with my old man in 68-70 draftee, Light weapons specialist 5th group 1/503rd 173rd(A).

I followed up in 2002 as an X-ray, joined the detachment NOV 2004 and am chilling in OEF on my second tour. So far so good and the end is in sight.

Wanna say thank you to all the great men that made the Regiment. Wrote the book in the jungles and all sorts of places that sucked away from family and friends and with no support from home. I thank my father everyday for what he did and do the same of all of you gentlemen as well.

Jon Z.

[Team Sergeant]

Greetings All,

Thanks for having me,

I guess it all started with my old man in 68-70 draftee, Light weapons specialist 5th group 1/503rd 173rd(A).

I followed up in 2002 as an X-ray, joined the detachment NOV 2004 and am chilling in OEF on my second tour. So far so good and the end is in sight.

Wanna say thank you to all the great men that made the Regiment. Wrote the book in the jungles and all sorts of places that sucked away from family and friends and with no support from home. I thank my father everyday for what he did and do the same of all of you gentlemen as well.

Jon Z.

Welcome aboard Jon.

Team Sergeant

[lj98]

Hello
I was referred here from another website. I am currently a master's student doing prelminary research for my thesis topic. I am interested in the early years of the 10th SFG, particularly from 1953-1961 while in Bad Toelz, Germany. I will continue to search the site before posting any questions I may have. Regretfully, I have never served in the military.

John

[lksteve]

Regretfully, I have never served in the military.there's time...welcome...

[PSM]

Wow!

Welcome aboard, Sergeant Major.

Great seeing you last week.

TR

Wow! is right, sir.

Sergeant Major, it’s not my right to welcome you to this site, but it is my honor to do so. Thank you.

Pat

[mike-munich]

I am interested in the early years of the 10th SFG, particularly from 1953-1961 while in Bad Toelz, Germany. I will continue to search the site before posting any questions I may have

Welcome. Let me know if I can be of any help with informations from over here (as long as it doesn´t violate PERSEC or OPSEC).

[enterfirst]

Hello,
My name is Joel, I'm 23 years old, out of college for a year, and will be signing an 18x contract in May. In the mean time, I'm busy prepping myself (mostly) phsyically and mentally. I'm 5'9", 150 lbs. Pt score of about 230 and working for 300.
I've been lurking around this site for about a month, observing and learning. I was a previous lurker at ar.com when I was interested in an Option 40. I soon realized that I would much rater be SF and found a good site to guide me on the right path.
I've learned a ton from GET SELECTED! by Maj. Martin and from all of the QP's on this site. Thanks for the time you spend in sharing your wisdom.

[crofrog]

Nothing special really.

Full time, server administrator for the DVA.
Part time bouncer in Annapolis.
Like shooting, got a few guns, been to a few classes, nothing special though.

Go by crofrog most places, and Chris S. at getoffthex.com

Interested in transitioning to a mil or LEO field.

chris

[Bill Harsey]

I am Jon a former Special Forces Soldier and have served in the 10th , 5th and MACVSOG. This is the first time I have sent a message to the members of the
Quiet Professionals. This will be the way to contact me. I am new on a computer except for writing speeches. I am a friend of the team sergeant. Spent last week at the Shot Show alot of wants but nothing I could'nt live with
out. Saw alot of the guys and had a great time.

Hope to get more familiar with the Quiet Professionals Website.

God Bless our young men and women in harms way!

Balls
Welcome Sergeant Major.

It was an honor to have spent time with yourself and company at SHOT Show this last week. Thanks for everything.

[dd5]

greetings to the QP's,
my name is ben, im from the Philippines, 21yr old, a junior nursing student. I stumbled across your website while reading about special forces in the net. Been a lurker for some time and I finally decided to introduce myself. Thank you for allowing me to be a guest here in you cyber home. My the Maker watch you all and guide you everyday.

humbly,
ben a.k.a "dd5"

[Dub]

Hi,
I have been thinking about and training for SF for quite a bit of my college career. Over the past summer I met a professor from the NPS while waiting on him and his wife and chatted with him for a bit. Somehow we ended up talking SF and eventually that lead to him having an SF Major, a ret. SF Colonel, and a SEAL call and talk to me about SOF life. From that I have been put in touch with someone (obviously I am not putting real names up on the net) at Ft. Bragg who is a SF hero and he has the local recruiter taking care of what I need to do to sign up for 18X-ray.

The other half of my life is that I am a senior at college and will know where I stand with the medical schools I have applied to soon. Now in my heart I want to go SF, I just need to have a hard talk with the rents that I will be giving up a paid for ticket to medical school if I get in, which they think is nuts... and I could see why. I have talked with them a bit, but I think they are in denial. They are not anti army or anything, but they don't understand how I could want to give up a life of relative comfort for one with many more inherent dangers.

So thats where I am. Now I am training, up at 0530 before classes each day to run or sprint then hit the gym before my 0800 classes. Got back from a 20 mi. hike this weekend with 80 lbs in the ruck.

Also, as fate would have it my roommate for all 4 years of college who I was randomly paired with in the first year dreamed to be a SEAL, and was accepted to the Naval Academy, but then DQ'd for childhood asthma. He is also going to go SF if he can get through medically, since he has not suffered from asthma since he was under 13. He is getting doctors notes and such together for when we go to the physical soon.

Cheers,
-Dub

[mike pasek]

Hello, I'm michael pasek, I'm 17. I live in North Carolina and im a junior in high school. After High school(Jan 2008) im going to sign under the 18x contract. I would like to thank everyone on this website for all of the information they have given me.

thanks again,
michael pasek

[CPTAUSRET]

I am Jon a former Special Forces Soldier and have served in the 10th , 5th and MACVSOG. This is the first time I have sent a message to the members of the
Quiet Professionals. This will be the way to contact me. I am new on a computer except for writing speeches. I am a friend of the team sergeant. Spent last week at the Shot Show alot of wants but nothing I could'nt live with
out. Saw alot of the guys and had a great time.

Hope to get more familiar with the Quiet Professionals Website.

God Bless our young men and women in harms way!

Balls



Welcome aboard SGM, I had a hell of a good time with you at SHOT show. My liver may never fully recover, OH WELL!

Here's to next time!

Terry

[rmedix75]

Hello Gentlemen,
First, I want to say thank you for the opportunity to join this outstanding site.Second, I'd like to thank all of the men of SF for all that they do and the sacrifices you make to give me the freedom I enjoy so much,HOOAH. I am currently a 68W in the reserves looking forward to active duty.I enjoy being in my field helping others.I have looked into becoming SF in other sites like goarmy.com and the SO recruiting website.But none have been so complete as this site. You guys have given me the inspiration to go foward to accomplish my goals.Your bravery is unmatched.Thank you for the information and usefull stickies,I'm sure I could make use of them when I"m ready for SFAS.THANKS
Joseph:cool:

[Craig S]

Hey, thanks for havin' me. Been looking around the site for a while and sucking up all the great info. Probably won't post much, as my experience is minimal, but thought I'd introduce myself anyway. I enlisted into the guard 4 years ago and took a commission into the aviation branch almost 2 years ago. I'm just getting finished with flight school (UH-60's) and think I have more to offer. After getting one of the first SERE level C classes here at Rucker I'll be home and going to Air Assault school this summer. I've always thought about SF and now I'm just putting together more info. At 32 I need to shit or get off the pot if I'm going to make a go at it, and next year would be the dsired year group to come in commissioned (05). Thought I'd see if anybody had advice or experience going to SF from AV. Thanks for providing the excellent resource.

Craig S

[The Reaper]

Hey, thanks for havin' me. Been looking around the site for a while and sucking up all the great info. Probably won't post much, as my experience is minimal, but thought I'd introduce myself anyway. I enlisted into the guard 4 years ago and took a commission into the aviation branch almost 2 years ago. I'm just getting finished with flight school (UH-60's) and think I have more to offer. After getting one of the first SERE level C classes here at Rucker I'll be home and going to Air Assault school this summer. I've always thought about SF and now I'm just putting together more info. At 32 I need to shit or get off the pot if I'm going to make a go at it, and next year would be the dsired year group to come in commissioned (05). Thought I'd see if anybody had advice or experience going to SF from AV. Thanks for providing the excellent resource.

Craig S

Craig:

Start by reading the stickies and filling in your profile.

Generically, the Army frowns on taking people they just spent several million dollars teaching how to fly and then spending several more million making them an SF officer.

TR

[cordobian]

Greetings,

I am a junior at the University of Texas at Austin. My only prior formal experience with the military consists of two years in the JROTC program at San Marcos Baptist Academy. I am reviewing my options for enlistment into the U.S Army.

Thanks for your time,

Cordobian

[greyman]

Great site.
I am currently a 1LT in the National Guard. Former enlisted as a 13b, went to OCS became a 13a. Shipping to SFAS in Feb.
Thank you

[Matta mile]

Welcome aboard, nice to see the diversity.
Sorry Julia, can't help you out but maybe others can, good luck with your research.
MM

[nmmirich]

Thank you for letting me join your site it has provided me with answers to my many SF questions. I have decided to pursue an active duty commission in the infantry with aim of one day becoming an SF soldier. While at New Mexico Military Institute I had a squadron leadership advisor who was a former Green Beret who spurred my interest. I have not fully explored your site so I will reframe from asking questions. If I am able to branch IN I am told my schools are as follows BCT>OCS>BOLCII>OBC>BAC>Ranger School. If anyone has any guidance or information on what my course of action should be to attend selection I would be very appreciative. Thank you, Richard

[pamo]

Very informative site. I have been reading and learning for a while, figured I should get the introduction out of the way so if I have a question I can ask. I am trying to iron out some situations/family issues before I ship out.

[FNG0606]

I am currently a student in Phase III class 06-06. I have used the resources on this site since hearing about it from SGM J. during SFAS. I have found this site to be very informative and I look forward to participating in future discussions.

[rkam98]

Hello my name is Ravi. I am an ROTC cadet that has been afforded an educational delay to attend law school and become a JAG officer. I found this site through a friend, and look forward to absorbing as much information as possible from the wealth of knowledge that is on this site.

[Team Sergeant]

Welcome Gent's.

Team Sergeant

[Snaquebite]

WELCOME

[Blackheart1137]

Looks to be a great forum,

Erik, former 19th and 1st sgf(a) 18E, now run a few companies. tactical equipment, tactical training and some security from time to time.

Thanks for having such a forum, trying to keep up with some old buds. E.

[The Reaper]

Looks to be a great forum,

Erik, former 19th and 1st sgf(a) 18E, now run a few companies. tactical equipment, tactical training and some security from time to time.

Thanks for having such a forum, trying to keep up with some old buds. E.

Welcome aboard, Erik.

Great to see you at SHOT.

TR

[Red]

Hello,
I'm 16 and from the SE US. I found this site by means of another forum I frequent and have been reading it for quite a while. I have a little firearms training and will be expanding it very soon. I hope to be an 18D after highschool and I figure this is the best place to find direction in my search for information on the field. I apologise if I left any important information out, if I did I'm sure you will let me know. Thank you for opening your boards to people like myself.

[MonkeySpunkey]

Craig:

Start by reading the stickies and filling in your profile.

Generically, the Army frowns on taking people they just spent several million dollars teaching how to fly and then spending several more million making them an SF officer.

TR

Wow, I knew the government spent a lot on the training for individuals but is it actually that high? My guess was conservative, like a few hundred thousand or so.

[Ladyhawke]

Thank you for allowing me to join your group and learn from your site. I have been a member for a couple of months, reading different threads, and learning something new each time. I first came to this site to read the threads about preparedness and the avian flu pandemic. Since I have a health education degree these threads have been of considerable interest to me. I have been retired from the service for many years now; I have had overseas tours in Korea(several), Saudi Arabia(during the first war) and assignments across the US. I look forward to continuing to learn from the members on this site.

[dpl88]

Hello,
I'm a freshman at Auburn and I am currently serving in 1/20th SFG out of Huntsville, AL. Thanks for allowing me to browse your site. There's alot of really good info here.

[Buffalobob]

So does Auburn have good tractor tactics training?
How many tractors are there in an Auburn mechanized assualt company?

[0311Matt]

Thanks for allowing me membership on this board.

I'm more interested in learning than gobbing off, so I'll remain on mute unless I feel that there is something in my limited lane.

I'm 31, and have the following military experience:
1993-1999 Canadian Army, (2 years with the BC Dragoons and 4 years with the BC Regiment, both reserve units)
2000-2006 US Marines as a reservist with the 4th Light Armored Reconnaisance Battalion as a rifleman and LAV Crewman. I'm currently on IRR status.

My civilian employment is with a gear manufacturing company which focuses on the Canadian military and law enforcement market.

[Hauser78]

I am throughly pleased to see this site up and running. It is well laid out and a wealth of knowledge. Thanks to those who are serving and those who have fallen....You are not forgotten.
I am active air force. Satellite, wideband communications ops and maintenance stationed @ Langley. Coming to the end of the air force and looking at crossing over to continue with something more challenging. Looking at getting on board later this year heading for 18E slot/ or WO. Thank you to all and will be catching up on the reading before any further posting. V/R

[zipgunlead]

Hey,

I am soon to be retired out of SWC. All my group time was in 3/5th @ Campbell. God bless all here and those that cant be.

Steve

[The Reaper]

Welcome aboard all.

Congratulations Steve, thanks for your service.

Please fill in a little about yourself in your profile.

Thanks!

TR

[chuterigger]

Hey guys, looking forward to learing alot here

I've been a USAR 92R, parachute rigger, for six years, considering joining 20th grp, but have lyme disease and first need to see if, God willing, antibiotics will cure it.

[Jack Moroney (RIP)]

Hey guys, looking forward to learing alot here

I've been a USAR 92R, parachute rigger, for six years, considering joining 20th grp, but have lyme disease and first need to see if, God willing, antibiotics will cure it.

Welcome aboard. Had lyme and massive doses of tetracycline cured mine over a 2 month period-good luck. Hope you like yogurt.:D

[GracieLou]

I don't see that I ever posted an introduction and I apologize. I am GracieLou , former Marine now in the logistics field. I post sporadically and am here just for the knowledge the board contains. If I can provide a comment I will, otherwise, I will just sit back and enjoy the posts.

Take care
GL

[The Reaper]

GL:

We KNOW who you are and you are always welcome here.

TR

[Dealer]

All-

Introduced to this site by a Quiet Professional. I am a NCO with 12 yrs TIS. Finally took the plunge and attended SFAS in SEP 06. Selected, I'll be heading to the Q in MAR 07 to qualify as an Echo. Really looking forward to it. I welcome advice from any Quiet Professional, especially in the topic of SUT. I'm already a 1/1/0+ Arabic Linguist (via SOLT), so I'm not terribly worried about that aspect of it. Look forward to learning a lot from this site!

Dealer

[Dante]

Hello,

I'm a student halfway through high school and I used to know a Quiet Professional, and I'm just looking for some basic information on SF and the military in general.

[Dak]

Quiet Professionals, Veterans, and all others,

I have recently enlisted and secured an 18x contract. I am scheduled to ship 20070712. I am a senior at Muskingum College and will graduate in May with a degree in computer science. The purpose of my visit to this site is to gain as much advice and knowledge as I can to prepare myself for my future.

I have been lurking for quite some time and there is a vast amount of information on this site that is very useful. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the Quiet Professionals and Veterans for their service and the information that is provided on this site. Thanks

18xDep

[Snaquebite]

Nice intro 18X, Welcome to the board...

[Larry Larimore]

My name is Larry Larimore. I am a tactical team commander for a police department just outside of Kansas City, MO. I have been a police officer for twenty years and a tactical team operator or commander for nineteen of those years. I was an entry team member/leader and sniper team member/leader on the operations side for most of my career. The last six years I have been the team commander.

In 2002, my team joined a regional tactical team formed to respond to WMD/Terrorism incidents in the Kansas City area. We are funded by federal Urban Area Security Initiative and state homeland security grants. I am currently the senior commander on this regional team and the logistics committee chairman. It is my resposiblity to procure the various equipment needed to do our job in this new threat arena.

I found this website while searching for mounting solutions for PVS 22 scope I recently purchased.

I have no past military experience. Thank you in advance for your assistance.

[w/interest]

To the Quiet Professionals and all our members in uniform, past and present, thank you for your service.

You men (and women) are in my thoughts daily and always present in my prayers.

I found this site via Socnet.com while searching for information regarding Special Forces and other Special Operations units. I lurked for a brief period here and joined shortly thereafter, back during the recent holidays. I have only delayed my introduction to get a feel for the site, and get some SA regarding posting on this site.

My only credentials are that, I am a college graduate and work in the private sector. I wish only to spend my time here researching topics of interest, increasing my knowledge, and only asking a question if I have exhausted the search function or that of google.

Already, I have found endless amounts of information and answers to my questions. Your site is very useful and thank you very much for the resources that are provided here.

w/interest…

[Team Sergeant]

Welcome Gents.

Larry, did you find the mount for the PVS 22 scope?


Team Sergeant

[longrange1947]

Larry PM sent concerning PVS-22.

[freeze]

Gentlemen,

I am in the National Guard. As soon as I get back from my current deployment I plan on meeting with a recruiter and doing whatever it takes to get an 18X contract. I am here to get training ideas, information about the training pipeline(not G2 it though) , and learn as much as I can about the Special Forces lifestyle.

I want to extend a thank you too all the Quite Professionals here who let hopefuls like myself enjoy the wealth of knowledge here.

Can't wait to get started!

-Sam

[The Reaper]

Gentlemen,

I am in the National Guard. As soon as I get back from my current deployment I plan on meeting with a recruiter and doing whatever it takes to get an 18X contract. I am here to get training ideas, information about the training pipeline(not G2 it though) , and learn as much as I can about the Special Forces lifestyle.

I want to extend a thank you too all the Quite Professionals here who let hopefuls like myself enjoy the wealth of knowledge here.

Can't wait to get started!

-Sam

Sam:

As we have stated here repeatedly, an 18X contract is an initial entry vehicle, and I do not believe that you can get one.

Do some reading.

TR

[freeze]

Gentlemen,

I am in the National Guard. As soon as I get back from my current deployment I plan on meeting with a recruiter and doing whatever it takes to get an 18X contract. I am here to get training ideas, information about the training pipeline(not G2 it though) , and learn as much as I can about the Special Forces lifestyle.

I want to extend a thank you too all the Quite Professionals here who let hopefuls like myself enjoy the wealth of knowledge here.

Can't wait to get started!

-Sam

[The Reaper]

What, again?

Did you think it was so good, you had to do it twice?

This is a no double-tap zone, please stop.

TR

[Surgicalcric]

Gentlemen,

I am in the National Guard. As soon as I get back from my current deployment I plan on meeting with a recruiter and doing whatever it takes to get an 18X contract...

Why dont you just contact one of the NGSF recruiters whose POC you can find here on the site.

Just an option.

Crip

[USMS8504]

Good Afternoon all,

I found this board on a google search for "Rucking" looking for up to date boot advise. After a couple of weeks and hours of reading, seems the Jungles are still the king of the hill.

I did time in the Corps from 96 to 2000 (1/2 and Unitas) Med Float, Unitas, and UDT to Oki during the 1st 4.

And I got recalled in 2001 where I served with MARFORLANT until they could no longer tollorate my "Infantryness" and sent me over to 2nd FAST with a bunch of other guys.

I am currently serving Uncle Sam once again in the Federal Law Enforcement arena. I look forward to learning a thing or two and hopefully helping someone out from time to time.

8504

[Goat Bandit]

Professional Soldiers,

I am a Marine Infantry Platoon Commander (former SSgt), currently on my second trip to Iraq. I came across this forum looking for information about service tranfers and the SF in general.

I have started planning and preparing to make the transition to a NGSF unit. I have not decided which one yet, but I have contacted the 19th in Utah. As of right now, my plan is to EAS or resign the commission and enlist. I am interested in the 18C field, and then cross training for 18D.

I have already soaked up alot of great information on this forum, and if anyone has any information, idea's or comments that may help me out, please fire away. I'm all ears. Or eyes in this case.

---GB

[CRad]

I am Cheri. C-M-R at Socnet. Married to an active duty 7th Grp guy.

Although I joined back in '04 and posted to the 7th Grp Roll Call, I've never introduced myself in this thread.

S7thGR

[CPTAUSRET]

Welcome aboard, guys!

[CPTAUSRET]

I am Cheri. C-M-R at Socnet. Married to an active duty 7th Grp guy.

Although I joined back in '04 and posted to the 7th Grp Roll Call, I've never introduced myself in this thread.

S7thGR



Welcome, Cheri!

Say Hi to C, for me!

[Poochster]

I stumbled across this site by accident when I got a little home sick the other night.

I was on the B Team for 8 years in B2/7 and little over 3 years with C/3/7.

Really like the site, brought back a lot of good memories.

Thanx

[joker581]

I'm not at all affiliated with any SF Group, although I'm looking into getting transferred into support with the 20th Group in AL or FL.

I'm a former Marine and current GA National Guard soldier. I'm also a nursing student, which is what actually led me here.

I doubt I'll be posting much, if at all, but I wanted to at least register and throw out an introduction before I started reading in the 18D forums.

[KATO]

Greetings,

Thank you all for having this forum available to all those interested in the SF community. I am a federal LEO w/ the Dept of State and have come across some extraordinary individuals (SF active, ANG, and former) working overseas and domestic.

I have no prior military experience and am contemplating enlisting through REP 63 for the ANG. My clock is running, but I came on young w/ my current job. This site has been an invaluable resource.

Thank you all for your service and commitment for the right reasons. Hopefully I can post more if I make a serious commitment, and pursue being part of the community one day.

Regards.

[The Reaper]

Welcome aboard all.

KATO, please fill out as much of your profile as you are comfortable with.

TR

[CRad]

Welcome, Cheri!

Say Hi to C, for me!

Thanks and will do.

[Grib]

Greetings,

I joined three months ago and have enjoyed reading all of the threads available on this site. I am very content to remain a gray man but figured I would post an introduction so if ever I thought I had some valuable input on a topic I could post sans an FTFSI from an administrator.

I took interest in the site after reading Get Selected by Warrior-Mentor. I am steadily chopping through the recommended reading list in the back of that book. I have yet to pick up any Anthony Robbins but The Ugly American, Slow Burn, Man’s Search for Meaning, and The Razors Edge were all very good reads. Pretty much any of the books that appear in your Book Reviews and Recommendations thread get a trip to the library out of me.

As my profile reads I am prior service Army as a 33W (Electronics Warfare and Intercept Systems Repair). I am currently studying electrical engineering at Oklahoma State University. I must confess, the prospect of becoming an 18E becomes more appealing the more research I commit to the idea. That being said, thank you all for your service and for maintaining such a professionally driven site.

[ffernandez]

Greetings to all. Thought I had posted here before, however x SF med set me straight today when I posted a thread. Lived in Miami, Fl. since leaving Armed Forces in 1989 as an E-6 after 10 yrs. Regret not doing the full two dimes, however an injury kept me from the field and I am not a pencil pusher type.
Great memmories at Ft. Sherman and Ft. Davis, (right of the line), Panama.
Except for the Black Palms and sand flies. Found this outstanding site from my son-in-law who is active reserve in the 20th SFG. Presently work as a
Telecommunications Engineer at Qwest Communications.


-Sine Pari

[Matta mile]

Welcome all,
Great to have you here.

MM

[Grib]

I don't mean to pry, but I do a ton of microwave paths for cellular phone companies (making sure I can read a map better than satellites) in my civilian job. I was curious if Matta Mile is congruent with the "Matta Mile" on the Roswell Relief Route. My Google foo is strong, but if it is the same mile marker and sign I remember, BTDT. Not a bad stretch of road. Most of the produce markets , you can keep though. “A” for effort atleast.

[Pete]

...I was curious if Matta Mile is congruent with the "Matta Mile" on the Roswell Relief Route......

The "Matta Mile" area is an area just south of Smoke Bomb Hill where SF units took PT. The old trails are still there, just getting crowded by civilization. Took PT there my own darn self many a time in the 70s and 80s.

Pete

[Surgicalcric]

The "Matta Mile" area is an area just south of Smoke Bomb Hill where SF units took PT. The old trails are still there, just getting crowded by civilization. Took PT there my own darn self many a time in the 70s and 80s.

Pete

And we are still doing morning runs on the trails...

Crip

[Matta mile]

Crip,
It brings me great joy to know others are sucking it up the matta mile. lots of fond memories...not all good:p
MM

[Team Sergeant]

Crip,
It brings me great joy to know others are sucking it up the matta mile.

LOLOLOLOL
Ditto.:D

[Kbrees]

Hello,
My name is Kyle, im 24, and Im getting ready to leave for basic in four weeks. Im enlisted in the 18x program. Im not really here to do a whole lot of talking; just to learn anything i can before i leave. I've quit all my jobs so i can focus soley on getting ready physically and mentally; the only work i do now is instructing little children in jiu jitsu at a local dojo twice a week. I cant wait to ship to basic and would appreciate any advice anyone is willing to offer me. Thank you

Kyle

[Kyobanim]

Welcome, Kyle. First thing I would do is focus on punctuation and capitalization. If you're too lazy to press the 'shift' key then you probably won't make a 2 mile run.

[The Reaper]

Hello,
My name is Kyle, im 24, and Im getting ready to leave for basic in four weeks. Im enlisted in the 18x program. Im not really here to do a whole lot of talking; just to learn anything i can before i leave. I've quit all my jobs so i can focus soley on getting ready physically and mentally; the only work i do now is instructing little children in jiu jitsu at a local dojo twice a week. I cant wait to ship to basic and would appreciate any advice anyone is willing to offer me. Thank you

Kyle

Cute user ID.

i hope ur feet b as fast as ur fists.

Good luck.

TR

[Snaquebite]

:D

[AFMedic]

Hello, I'm an AF IDMT with the 352 SOG in England. I started looking at the site for medical articles and such. I figured I should join and introduce myself.

I have been learning as much as I can about Army SOF units since coming to the 352. We have been working with the 1/10 recently and we are trying expand that relationship, helping were we can.

Thanks for all you do.

[runhard]

New guy here.

Active duty Navy from 2000-2005 and now in the USNR and will be heading to Iraq February 16, 2007.

I was stationed in Peurto Rico for 3yrs where I met a few guys from 7th Group Special Forces (C3/7). Awesome guys! Very smart and very professional. They allowed me and some guys to come out to the range and pick up on some great training. A buddy from P.R., eventually left the Navy and last I heard was fininshing language school in the SF pipeline.

After I return from Iraq I plan on going back active duty for BUD/S.

[holly76209]

and any other Ladies who may be present. I'm new and a civilian here. I'll try not to spill anything or trip over the furniture. Next time I'll bring beverages and snacks. Just here as an observer and to send a couple of PMs.

Edit by Razor: If normal text size and style is good enough for everybody else in the intro thread, its probably good enough for you, too.

[NousDefionsDoc]

Holly,
Meet Razor

Razor, Holly.

[JJ2346]

Got back in two days ago. Signed with 1/19th SFG, chose 18C. Previously 11B MN NG, been out two years living in AZ enjoying a good sales career and the talent! I've learned a lot from these forums and continue to learn daily about the way of life I truly want to live. Thank you all.

[booker]

JJ-

Fill out your profile before you draw fire and read the stickies. Since you've been lurking, you should already know the rules.

[JJ2346]

Thanks for the spot Booker. Think I have it squared away.

[The Reaper]

Thanks for the spot Booker. Think I have it squared away.

Attention to detail and situational awareness are very important in SF.

TR

[Jason17]

Hello,

My name is Jason and I have been lurking on this site for a while now. I have just begun my senior year in college and will graduate in the spring of 2008. I plan on enlisting after graduation with a 13f/opt 40 or 18x contract. I appreciate the service of every member of the armed forces on this site and I look forward to learning a bit more about the Quiet Professionals.

Jason

[Zmos]

I've lurked on these boards for a while so I think it's time to introduce myself. As echoed in my profile, I'm a graduate student finishing a MA in Int'l Policy & Terrorism. Found the QPs because I've long been enamored by the SF community, and I'm interested in the variety of paths that lead there. As I get closer to the Rubicon I might inquire about personal experiences and recommendations, but for now I plan to read and learn. Thanks for a motivating resource and an inspiring community.

Zmos

[MadRooster]

Hello,

Im a 17 ½ years old High school student from Finland currently undergoing my senior year. My current goal after im out of high school is to apply for paratrooper selection here and complete my conscription time there.

Ive been reading this forum for about 2½ months before registering and the quality of threads here is superb. Especially threads like "Training the mind" and the survival thread have been of great insight and help in my personal training.

Thank you for your time.

[jwt5]

Hello everyone. I stumbled upon this site during my normal "rummage for knowledge" seaches on the world wide web. I thought I would join in order to appreciate all that is abound on this site.
A little about me. I'm in the Army and was stationed at Fort Stewart for about 3.5 years as a Ground Surviellence Operator. During my time there I had the chance to be deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom in Jan. of 2003 and Jan of 2005. Some of the missions I went on while over there gave me the chance to work with some teams from the SF side of the house. Ever since then I've been "bitten by the SF bug" so to speak.
Due to the UAVs taking over my original position on the battlefield, we've been forced to reclass. So now I'm at Huachuca going through 97B AIT. As soon as I finish training I'm dropping my paperwork to SFAS and will one day join the rest of you Quiet Professionals.
Thank you for letting me join this forum and I look forward to learning as much as I can.

[Pilgrim]

Greetings,

even though I have been a member for a few years already, I have been content with reading, constantly being amazed by the quantity and quality of information available on this site.

However, as courtesy demands, I decided to introduce myself. I am from Finland, and currently a student, with focus on arabic with islamic studies, minoring in IR and strategy. At the moment I am busy working on my Master's thesis, living in the Middle East.

This site and the posts have both challenged and inspired me, and I must say I have learned from reading them. Thank you for making a resource of this caliber available!

Pilgrim

[koz]

FNG here (at least on this site).

18B, 1/20 SFG
Happy to be here

DW

[desertskull]

ALCON,

I'm extremely pleased this site offers a avenue of information flow and internal bitches and gripes. I'm currently in (keeping OPSEC in mind) the old Blue Light for 5th. Even before taking the green pill, I've stent the majority of my deployment in the Middle East with a brief stay in the Balkens.
I'm looking forward to contributing to the underlining threads of strength that will benefit our regiment.

Nous Defions-

[Pete]

Blue Light? A few of them are bouncing around here.

The young pups don't know what that was.

Let me tell you, you are now placed in the "Vintage" group of SFers:D

Pete

[Prior11b]

Hi,

My name is Carlos, I'm a former Army grunt, go out for like 10 years and wen back in 2005. I'm currently a MP with the MA Air National Guard. I'm here for find as much information as I can. I want to join SF, but don't know if I can do the 18X option, but I will try and talk to a recruiter to see what can be done. I was thinking of going SF in the National Guard (either MA or FL) but reading through here, I gather that most want to go Active, so that let me thinking if going Active is better. Right now i'm reading GET SELECTED for SPECIAL FORCES, by Major Joe Martin and MSG Rex Dodson. I say 90% of the questions has been answered, the few question that I have is the age limit ( I'll be 35 in 7 days) and wether I want to become an officer and then SF or just go SF and later become a Warrant Officer, but I hope to find those answers here. Thank you everyone for all the help and for defending our country.

[Team Sergeant]

Let me tell you, you are now placed in the "Vintage" group of SFers:D

Pete

LOL:D

[RMBrown13]

Greetings all. First off, allow me to give my gratitude to all of you who are currently serving and to those who have previously given service. With that said, I will provide a basic intro about me. My name is Russell and I am extremely interested in military service, especially U.S. Army Special Forces. I have a varied background in athletics, academics, and construction, but I continue to aspire to develop my full potential as a patriot, leader, and teamate. I am not, however, a dilusional kid who wants to collect medals, badges, and bragging stories. I am 26 and planning to enlist on an 18x contract this Summer. I am aware of the difficulties and obstacles involved in becoming a member of an elite unit, which is why I am drawn to this site. I have many questions, but I am taking time to review the database available here before showing my ignorance and lack of preparation and research ability. I look forward to learning from you all and wish you all the best in the future.

God Bless.

Russell Brown

[PurpleHeartDO]

Hello, I signed on with this outfit some time ago. (2004) However, this is my first attempt at signing in, writing, etc.

A lot has happened since then. Iraq / Pakistan / Afghanistan / Two JCETS / and now leaving for PI.

I love reading the threads. Some good info.

Thanks for creating this site for folks like us.

Doc PC

PS How do you add an avatar?

[Lammy18B]

New to this Forum i am curerntly with 1st Group

Heard that this was a good place to shoot the shit especially when we are in the shit...

Lammy

[Team Sergeant]

Welcome gents!

[CRad]

I'm currently in (keeping OPSEC in mind) the old Blue Light for 5th. Even before taking the green pill, I've stent the majority of my deployment in the Middle East with a brief stay in the Balkens.


Couple of folks around here can relate to BL and GL.

Balkans? No harm in that.

Were you ever given the priviledge of serving in 7th SFG(A)?
Don't answer right away. Take a day or two and think about your answer.

[greenmonkey]

Howdy Gents,
Thought I would finally check in after lurking, and reading for the last few months. I’m a prior service Marine grunt and recovering college student (Poly Sci. and Intl. studies). Just researching my options and trying to figure out the best way to get to SFAS before I re-enlist, since there is no direct route for us prior service guys. If there is anything you want to know shoot me an email or PM and ill answer it the best I can.

Cheers.

[Griz]

Hello everyone. There is a lot of good information on this site for those of us aspiring to persue a career in Special Forces. I am currently an 11B with only 14 months TIS, and I'm in no great rush to get to SFAS. I want to take my time, learn what there is to learn in the regular Army, and then proceed to SFAS. I am currently deployed in Baghdad with 1CD, and I'm trying to PCS after this deployment. I am trying to go to Ft. Drum to get in with 10th Mountain. I would hope to be deployed to Afghanistan with that unit, and then go through with my plans for SF. If I can make all that happen, the specialty I would most like to persue within SF would be 18E.

Well, that's just a little about myself. Thank you for producing such a great source of information for people like myself, and for all the sacrifices you have all made.

[Ret10Echo]

Gentlemen,
It's been an interesting read through the discussions. I look forward to keeping up-to-date on the real goings on in the community. There aren't too many team guys wandering the halls here, which is a real shame. Professionals in a world of amateurs as the saying goes.
Team Daddy and others, thanks for putting this together.

[Pete]

... There aren't too many team guys wandering the halls here, which is a real shame. Professionals in a world of amateurs as the saying goes.....


Well, when the hallways get to full of BS go back to your office, lock the door and click on here. Sip some coffee, lean back and relax.

Welcome all.

Pete

[Kyobanim]

Welcome all


PS How do you add an avatar?

100 posts or be vetted SF by an Admin.

[matt13b]

I'm Matt Menendez a 13B based at Fort Carson with the 3/29 Field Artillery 3rd Brigade 4th ID. I've been a member since the beginning of January, I've more or less just been sitting back and whatching before I wanted to post anything. I just completed SFAS this January-February class 03-07 and somehow got myself selected. It still hasn't quite sunk in yet but I'm happier than ever and ready to move on to phase II. I'll be an 18E and was assigned Russian for my language. I enjoy visiting this site daily and partly credit the info I have recieved here for my success at selection. Thanks for accepting me as a member and I'll look forward to reading future posts and gaining more info for my future.

Matt

[Kyobanim]

Welcome, and congratulations!

[SouthernDZ]

23+ years in the Army, 2 in Ranger Bn (pre-regiment) & 17 in SF. Now a civilian contractor with Uncle Sam. Still having hard time making the transition to civilian life, only been 3 years. How long does it take anyway?

11B, 18B, 18D, 18Z.

[Dieter]

Hey yall, just introducing myself. My name is Eric Dieter, 17, in DEP for the Army, going in as 13F. Looking forward to reading yalls post, and possibly learning something new. Thanks

[TDorsey]

Hello to everyone,
I've just been reading a lot in the various forums and have yet to introduce myself, I'm Todd Dorsey and am currently working for the University of Kansas as a shipping clerk and have always been interested in the military and SF. Just would like to thank all of the QP's here for there service, and for providing the extensive information that is on this site. Thank you again, for your time and service
-TDorsey

[CPTAUSRET]

23+ years in the Army, 2 in Ranger Bn (pre-regiment) & 17 in SF. Now a civilian contractor with Uncle Sam. Still having hard time making the transition to civilian life, only been 3 years. How long does it take anyway?

11B, 18B, 18D, 18Z.


Welcome!

I still don't like civilians, and I was retired in 1980!:D

[SouthernDZ]

I'm new to the site, just wanted to say hello.

Been out three years after spending my entire adult life in the Army (17 in SF) - never "wondering what I'm going to wear tomorrow" or why.

[Jack Moroney (RIP)]

Still having hard time making the transition to civilian life, only been 3 years. How long does it take anyway?.

When you find out, let me know.

[lksteve]

When you find out, let me know.+1...

[Ret10Echo]

23+ years in the Army, 2 in Ranger Bn (pre-regiment) & 17 in SF. Now a civilian contractor with Uncle Sam. Still having hard time making the transition to civilian life, only been 3 years. How long does it take anyway?

11B, 18B, 18D, 18Z.


Southern, Pray you won't ever get "used to" civilian life. To borrow a quote: Wolves, Sheep and Sheepdogs...We are sheepdogs. We drove off the wolf and the sheep never noticed and that was our job. Keep that attitude in every endeavor.

[sfbaby1982]

Hey all, I was sure that I had already done this but aparently not. Well I'm an 18E (former 18X) who graduated in Apr of 06 before joining 3rd group. I've went streight to a team with no other specialty than being good at what we do. I'm here to learn mostly and bounce ideas off people.

V/R

Ricky

[A Simple Genius]

Hello!
I recently swore in to the US Army. I currently work as a therapist for troubled teenage boys. My goal in life is to serve people to the best of my abilities. I signed an 18x contract with the desire to further those abilities and gain new ones. I report March 8, 2007. I will one day have the title "Quiet Professional" beneath my screen name!
Thank you for the vast amounts of knowledge on this website! I am confident and excited to continue my training!

[USMC0311]

My names Brett. Im currently a United States Marine with an Infantry background. My primary MOS is 0311 and im at Security Forces School in VA right now. Upon completion of Security Forces, ill recieve the MOS of 8152. After I get out of the Marine Corps I plan on going Army NG SF here in California with the 19th SFG, while also becomming a CHP officer.

[The Reaper]

My names Brett. Im currently a United States Marine with an Infantry background. My primary MOS is 0311 and im at Security Forces School in VA right now. Upon completion of Security Forces, ill recieve the MOS of 8152. After I get out of the Marine Corps I plan on going Army NG SF here in California with the 19th SFG, while also becomming a CHP officer.

Brett:

Sounds like you have your life all planned out already.

Don't get too far ahead of yourself.

Life has a way of not turning out like we planned.

TR

[Cedo]

Greetings,

I’d like to Thank Team Sergeant again for inviting me into your domain. I’ve skimmed through a couple threads, and I’m anxious to get back to reading as much as possible.

I’m from a Military and Emergency Services family, did a very short stint in the CF, and will be enlisting in the US Army next fall/winter. I’ve got a Bach degree in Psych, and plan to start my Masters in Strategic Intel in the next couple months.

I’m currently working as a personal trainer (NASM-CPT) while I get back in shape and pay for my educational endeavors :) . I look forward to soaking up the experiences posted on this site and hopefully meeting more of you.

[AusDigger]

I am an Aussie who is absolutely infatuated with the Green Berets. Ever since I heard about what you guys do I have wanted to be there. I was previously on the Australian version of the 18X-ray program you have for SF, the SFDRS that enables you to get into 4RAR commando, however I left due to what was thought to be compartment syndrome in my shins. As it turns out I didn't have it, and am fine now, I just had really bad shin splints. I know what you thinking, why didn't you stay? They gave me that option, but it would have taken 6 months or more for my shins to be ready for a beating again, and sitting around for 6 months on trainnee pay is not really that appealing.

It was after I left that my interest in the SF world grew 10 fold. I already had an avid interest in the SF world, but now I had an insiders view and I suddenly understood a lot more about what I was reading than I did before (plus I have 15 or so mates who can fill me in on things I don't know about). So when I read about the Green Berets, it was like love at first site. Everything you do represents everything I have ever wanted to do in the military. This is where the story gets interesting. I desperately want to get back into the military again, civilian life is just not for me anymore, and as a lucky twist of fate I am also an American citizen. Thus I would really like to find out how easy (or hard) it would be for me to get onto the 18X-ray program. If there is a chance I can do it, then I will be there with bells on.

[Team Sergeant]

Welcome CeDo and AusDigger.

"I am an Aussie who is absolutely infatuated with the Green Berets." AusDigger, you're scaring me;)
There's a few threads dealing with non-Americans going to SF training. (I know we've usually got an SF'er embedded with the Aussie SF and vice versa.)

Team Sergeant

[AusDigger]

Maybe infatuated was the wrong word, but you have to love it to want to live it.

[BrandonSLC]

Hello Professional Soldiers...

A little about myself off the bat:

My name is Brandon but I go by DJ (retired club Dj) or Hawk. (Call Sign given to me at OPSGEAR) I live in Salt Lake City, Ut. and I am 29 almost 30. I have a girlfriend of almost 5 years now and a daughter who will turn 7 in June.

I have no previous Military Experience however I am very fascinated by everything Military. I’m an avid reader (just started) of Military books; in fact I just finished Roughneck Nine-One. Along with SOG (got an Autograph from Sergeant Mark Kinsler) and a few other Special Forces books. I am currently reading Hunting Down Saddam by Robin Moore along with Special Forces A Guided Tour of U.S. Army Special Forces by Tom Clancy and John Gresham.

I have worked with a few prior Military personal at OPSGEAR where I was part of the Force-on-force OPFOR Team. There I worked with prior AF SpecOps, 19SFG, and 82nd Airborne. Along with a LAPD Veteran.
I have a vast amount of respect and awe for all of you who serve this country and I truly am thankful for each and every one of you. And I must say that my time spent at OPSGEAR allowed me to see part of the Warrior Culture first hand.

I came across this site after a friend of mine posted the "Somewhere a True Believer is training to kill you." quote on another forum we both belong to. And he posted to site from which he got this powerful and motivational quote. I spent a few days as a guest looking around and not being able to get very far thus I was compelled to join the boards about 5 days ago and have just now gained the courage to post my intro.

Thank you Quiet Professionals for having me, Thank you for fighting for me, Thank you!

[Bill Harsey]

Welcome aboard everyone who serves, has served and supports our folks in the military.

Bill

[Matta mile]

Welcome aboard Gents, appreciate your interest.

Aus Digger, do Austrailian's really rappel face down towards the the ground?
I always wondered if the term "Austrailian Rappel" was accurately attributed to those down under.
MM

[Genghis_Don]

Hi all,

Pleasure to be here. CW3 Kiowa Warrior Instructor Pilot here, currently freezing the jewels off in Sunny Fairbanks, AK.

Long time Cav guy here, and in ancient times spent 4 years on fast attack subs in the navy. E-6 then, followed by a stint swinging hammers as a civilian, followed by a drop to E-4 coming in the Army, back up to E-6 as a 13B (hey no choice, was prior service, and it taught me to play dominoes), followed by flight school.

16th Cav, 2nd Cav, 7th Cav, 17th Cav. Yeah I'm one of those guys, hehe.

Here to share TTP's, fish stories, lies, and favorite brown liquors and cigars.

The more that Army aviation shrinks, the more that big Army supports SOCOM, or JSOC, or whatever we call it this week. That's a good thing. I am currently training a lot of new guys in my unit. They're smart, motivated, and are here to make the mission happen. My job is to get em up to speed so that they don't get me killed or anyone on the ground killed.

Hopefully I'll be able to glean from you guys recommendations on what we can do to support you. We have some pretty damn good shooters. Plus there are a few other things we're training that may cross over well.

Oh, and like I told Team Sergeant, the motto of the Warrant Officer Corps is also "Quiet Professional"

That's me in a nutshell, no need for the dirty little secrets just yet.

Genghis Don

[Ambush Master]

Here to share TTP's, fish stories, lies, and favorite brown liquors and cigars.
Genghis Don

GD,

Be very careful in here in the area of TTP's!!!

This is an open Forum.

Take care.
Martin

[Genghis_Don]

got that ;)

now, about those cigars .......

Toujors pret

[CPTAUSRET]

G_D:

Welcome aboard. I have also done some some flying with the Cav. 1/9th, 4/9th, 7/17th.

[Genghis_Don]

My stetson is tipped in your direction sir!

[CPTAUSRET]

My stetson is tipped in your direction sir!

Roger that! We get enough Aviators on board, and maybe we can staet our own forum!

[Team Sergeant]

Roger that! We get enough Aviators on board, and maybe we can staet our own forum!


One more post on the "Introductions Thread" from either of you two waup-waup pilots and we're getting you a room....:rolleyes:

[Genghis_Don]

One more post on the "Introductions Thread" from either of you two waup-waup pilots and we're getting you a room....:rolleyes:


hey when it's this cold it's not gay to spoon .... errrrr, right? ok ok, I'm off to work

[SouthernDZ]

G_D:

Welcome aboard. I have also done some some flying with the Cav. 1/9th, 4/9th, 7/17th.

For CPT and G_D:

While practicing autorotations during a military night training exercise a Cobra screwed up the landing and landed on the tail rotor. The landing was so hard that it broke off the tail boom. However, the chopper fortunately remained upright on its skids, sliding down the runway doing 360s. As the Cobra slid past the tower, trailing a brilliant shower of sparks, this was the radio exchange that took place...

Tower: "Sir, do you need any assistance?"

Cobra: "I don't know Tower, we ain't done crashin' yet."

Enjoy..:D

[Genghis_Don]

:D :D

[CPTAUSRET]

CUTE!

But you guys are going to get me in trouble with TS, he may take away my Mod status! We should take this stuff to PM's, and keep the intro forum clear of chatter!

And this site helps me keep my sanity...;)

[AusDigger]

In answer to the question before, an Ex-SASR member was supposed to have 'commercialised' the name in 1989 when he demonstrated it in Cairns. It is actually quite fun, because you can run down a cliff face as opposed to bounding down.

I have heard of its use during helicopter insertions (but I have no evidence to back it up), which some members prefer as you can hit the ground running. I have also heard that SASR members exfil the aircraft, when fast roping, before the rope has hit the ground, so as to save time.

If anyone has any evidence to suggest otherwise though, I will stand corrected.

[smiley]

To All,

Hello, and thank you for creating this site and allowing civilians like myself to learn about quiet professionals, and the difference they make. I look forward to reading a lot and contributing very little.

smiley.

[NUG50]

Hello All, I'm Ian Holtzman. I'm a Reserve with 17th Psycholocical Operations Battalion and attempting to get into A/2/20th SFG. I go to Selection next week with the rest of my training team.
I have been deployed twice with ASOC which is were I was introduced to the SF world.
This is a great website, thanks for the advice.

Ian

[quiet]

Long time lurker here under another userid. SOCNET member since 2002. Jimbo and RIT_MEDIC suggested I lurk here. I can outrun Jimbo, but I can't outswim him. I have interviewed with 19th in WV.

[have_gun]

Greetings to All,

I have been lurking for several weeks and planned to do so for several more, just trying to develop SA and prevent a FTFSI tag. However, I received a package in the mail yesterday and I would like to say “Thank You” to Team Sergeant!

I have never served in the Armed Forces. I am an engineer and I have spent my entire professional life designing communication equipment, specifically, SATCOM radios. During this time, I have had the opportunity to travel to several “exotic” locals and have, at times, been escorted by certain men. To these gentlemen, I say “Thank You, the pleasure was all mine” and to all who serve, have served, and will serve, you have my gratitude.

I now will return to lurking; reading and learning.

Regards,
Hank

[Team Sergeant]

Welcome Gents!

have_gun, I've got a few hours using SATCOM radios.....;) OK maybe a few years.....

TS

[Indian]

My name is Bob and I work with oilfield explosives in Alaska (shaped charge technology). My work often gets in the way of my hunting, fishing, shooting (mainly high power service rifle) and golf. I served in the US Navy a long time ago and maintain a great respect for those who still serve.

Thanks for the opportunity to participate in such an interesting and educational forum. That being said, I will spend most time reading and learning and will attempt not to swallow my whole foot at once when I do have a question.

Thanks again,
Indian

[AxeMan]

Hey all,
I guess nobody here is going to ACK my existence until I put my name up here. I am MSG Mark D. Witt originally from Silicon Valley, and joined the Army in 1986. I spent four years as a cook in 2/75th then ETS'ed after Just Cause due to ex wife problems. I then decided to do what I originally wanted and came back in the Army in 1992 and went to SFAS/ 18E Q-course, then on to 3rd SFG(A). Spent 6 years in 3/3rd then 3 1/2 years in 1/3rd SFG(A). Eventually, my number came up and I went down to Key West as an instructor at SFUWO for 3 years. Just came back to Bragg and am getting ready to sign back in to 3rd SFG(A) again. I'm hoping to go back to my last team as they are in need of a Team Sergeant from what I hear. It would make sense to me to give an ex SCUBA instructor a SCUBA team, but you never know what a CSM will do to you until it's done.
Hobbies include guitar playing, spearfishing, wakeboarding, and riding my KLR 650. The spearfishing was awesome in key West but I think it will be a bit harder to get out here in N.C.
Thanks TS in advance for welcoming me into this forum.

...........MDW

[OsaBoy5]

Hello, my name is Myles. I have no military experience, I plan to enlist after I finish getting a few more college credits. Im thinking of taking the SF route, so I registered to find more information, and talk to real SF if I have any questions. Thanks for letting me join the site.

-Respectfully
Myles M.

[OIFDan]

Just browsing through the site... I went to selection last year and was a non selected candidate. It was the hardest thing I have ever done and I can't wait to go back. I met some really great guys there. Anyway, my new SFAS class date is 30 April. I am training up. Any advice? Thanks, Dan

[The Reaper]

Just browsing through the site... I went to selection last year and was a non selected candidate. It was the hardest thing I have ever done and I can't wait to go back. I met some really great guys there. Anyway, my new SFAS class date is 30 April. I am training up. Any advice? Thanks, Dan

Tons of it.

First, fill out your profile.

Then get comfy and do some reading here, lots of it.

And don't forget to do PT, and whatever else you were told to work on before you came back.

Good luck!

TR

[The_Future]

First I would like to say thanks for letting me be a guest on your site. I have been in LP/OP mode. Decided it was time to introduce myself. I am in the 20th SFG(A), B Co. NC National Guard. Preparing for SFAS in June. My civilian job is Vice/Narcotics Investigator & SWAT Entry Member-SWAT Sniper with a Sheriff’s Office in NC. You gentleman maintain a great forum. Hopefully one day I will have paid enough dues to become a member of your brotherhood and know the SF lifestyle.

Thanks again.

JD

[The Reaper]

You are about the fifth person to use "Future SF" in your user ID.

Pretty arrogant, since none of the others made it.

Maybe you will be the lucky one.

TR

[The_Future]

You are about the fifth person to use "Future SF" in your user ID.

Pretty arrogant, since none of the others made it.

Maybe you will be the lucky one.

TR


I train and pray that I will be. " By any means necessary".--El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz (Malcolm X)

[Remington Raidr]

USMC 75-79, MCRD San Diego, NAS Meridian MS for school, MOS 7041 Aviation Operations, Med Float 1976, Reforger Float 1978, also went with our CH-46 helicopter squadron to Dahlonega, GA in 78 to support Ranger training. Besides a weekend liberty on the streets of Fayette Nam that was my only contact with Army personnel during my tour. I learned about this board from SOCNET, where they are pretty strict and do not suffer fools gladly. I expect the same here.

[izabanchi]

Ok My name is Kerry and I am a member of the Community. For those of you who know me I send greetings for those of you who don't I've been around since 79 with a stint in 7th, IRR, 20th, 3rd, 5th, 96th, and currently back in 5th. I spent the obligatory time at the school house and no more. the greater percentage of my Team time has been spent here in 5th Group and I am currently working at finishing my fifth trip into the sandbox. I was delayed getting into Afghanistan until after the initial push because 1st Battalion was last in so I was still on the ground at Campbell when Jeff Davis, Dan Petithory and Cody Prosser ran afoul of the Air Force so I had to stay there until after we buried them. Once that was done we caught a flight over to UZ and waited to be utilized. The first person to greet me on the ground was Bill Benett who as you know was lost during OIF II. He told me the fighting is over and you got here to late. Well as it turns out he was a little premature and the rest is history. I am about due to rotate home after my fourth trip to Iraq not to include PDSS's so I currently have 38 months downrange since this thing started. I'm hoping to get a little downtime after this trip and then go to JPAC for a couple of years. Just waiting to see if my 4187 clears all the required hurdles. I've been reading up on some of the posts for the last several months and as I see something that I think I can be of assistance on, or something that manages to get under my skin I will speak up. Thanks for inviting me to join.

[The Reaper]

Uh oh, now there are two of them....

Welcome aboard Kerry!

TR

[Pete]

.. the greater percentage of my Team time has been spent here in 5th Group ...... Thanks for inviting me to join.

Welcome and Thank You for coming here. Nice to see another long time 5th group Guy.

Pete

[jmout]

I just want to say hello to all who are a part of this site and would also like to say thanks for giving me the chance to have access.

P.S. You all seem to be some pretty admirable men.

[Team Sergeant]

Welcome Kerry!

[jakerrr]

Hello Gents,

Thanks for letting me be a part of your community here. I was Infantry with the 1st CAV. Enjoyed it lots but got out to explore the world a bit. After two years wandering Asia, I was called back (as I expected to be), and with a gentle twist of my arm I'm now re-educated as Civil Affairs. No complaints though, I think it will be an interesting new adventure. Will be testing my new skills very shortly, probably in Iraq.

[Classic]

First and foremost- Thank you for the things you men do everyday, and thanks for the opportunity to be apart of this forum community.

My name is Jake, and I am currently Active Duty Army. Been in 3 years, 8 months and am serving in 1-3 INF (The Old Guard) In Washington, D.C. I was born and raised in California and will be returning there after I ETS in May 07. I have spoken to a recruiter for 19th SFG and plan to enlist in the National Guard early this summer. Though I may not know very much, I am open to help anyone with anything I can. I do not plan to post much here, just read and learn as much as I can to prepare myself. Thanks again for the opportunity to be here.

[ABNWest]

My name's Edward and I'm a 13A Fire Support Officer in the 82nd. I've been on AD for just over a year and a half and look forward to the next few months when I'm eligible for SFAS. I was turned on to SF through my ROTC instructors back when I was in college. All of the NCOs and Captains were SF of some sort so we cadets always got the passive recruiting vibe. The interest is even stronger since I'm now at Bragg and interact with students and SF guys all the time. I'm just looking to read, learn, and apply. I appreciate the opportunity to be here and I look forward to receiving the wealth of knowledge from the members of this site.

[Team Sergeant]

Welcome to the board Gents!

[enterfirst]

Hello,
My name is Joel, I'm 23 years old, out of college for a year, and will be signing an 18x contract in May. In the mean time, I'm busy prepping myself (mostly) phsyically and mentally. I'm 5'9", 150 lbs. Pt score of about 230 and working for 300.
I've been lurking around this site for about a month, observing and learning. I was a previous lurker at ar.com when I was interested in an Option 40. I soon realized that I would much rater be SF and found a good site to guide me on the right path.
I've learned a ton from GET SELECTED! by Maj. Martin and from all of the QP's on this site. Thanks for the time you spend in sharing your wisdom.

UPDATE: For many reasons, I signed a 11C National Guard contract this morning. Shipping to Benning 20070328. I am looking forward to using my time in the NG to prepare me for going Active next year and going to SFAS. Thanks again for the time that all the QP's, Soldiers, and other professionals on this board take to inform us who seek your wisdom!!

:lifter

[SF18C]

Welcome aboard new folks! I love this place!

[ChrisGarrett]

Hello,

I'm Chris from Miami. No military service, so sorry for that. I'm just a hack who likes to get out and practice on paper and I've reloaded for about 12 years. Right now, I'm in a 'bolt gun' stage and shoot a year old Sako TRG-42 in 338 LM, a Rem Sendero in 7mm Rem Mag, a Savage 10 FP LE2B in 308 and a Savage 12 VLP in 22-250. I kind of enjoy the hobby of reloading almost as much as I do shooting and find it relaxing. I'm here to learn about longer range shooting, as Miami only has 2 100yd ranges at the present moment. I can drive up to Tampa to shoot 500 yds, but that is still pretty short.

Anyhow, thanks for at least letting me post and if you want me to take a hike, let me know.

Take care and thanks for the nice site.

Chris

[Urocyon]

Hey, name's Tom.

I enjoy having eggs in the morning with Frank's RedHot, dark roast coffee, black, sitting in the back yard with a Padron 6000, the woods around my hovel, attractive women, the occasional movie, the Drudge Report, reading books, and getting a good night’s sleep. I'm 18, still a baby.

Been lurking for quite a while now, great site. As most have mentioned, very informative. Great members and the trolls are kept at bay extremely well.

[Jack Moroney (RIP)]

I enjoy having eggs in the morning with Frank's RedHot, dark roast coffee, black, sitting in the back yard with a Padron 6000, the woods around my hovel, attractive women, the occasional movie, the Drudge Report, reading books, and getting a good night’s sleep. I'm 18, still a baby.


Apparently you also have a thing for the gray fox.

[Urocyon]

Apparently you also have a thing for the gray fox.

I guess you could say that. This is the only site I use 'Urocyon' for, so if you see it anywhere else it's not me.

[SuperpogUSMC]

Good evening Gents,

First, I would like to say thank you to all of the contributing members of this site, particularly the Quite Professionals; you guys are a wealth of knowledge, and I feel truly grateful for the opportunity to lurk here.

A little about me; I did 5 years in the Marine Corps as Ground Radio Repair, left the Corps in 04, completed an A.A. degree, and am currently trying to break into the contracting world.

I've given a great deal of thought to going to the Army and getting myself to SFAS, but I realize that is not something you do until you have your ducks in a row and know without a doubt it's what you want, so right now I'm going to continue to pursue my current course, and soak up all the information I can from you fine gentlemen.

I thank you once again for the resource, and I hope I'll have something of value to add to the site, or at the very least, not step on my flap in the process.

Semper Fi,
Superpog(ue)

[1066]

Greetings - I was in 2/75 1976-1978 (Lt Abazaid was my first platoon leader), then I went through SFQC 1978, ended up on A-726, ETSed (sp?) in May, 1980. I was 11b2s and also went to SFUWQC in 1977. Thank you to all active duty and I am extremely proud of how well SF is doing since I got out.

[CAguru06]

Thank you for allowing me to become a member! My name is Drew and I'm active duty Civil Affairs with the 95th Brigade. I stumbled across the site by luck and I wanted to enroll and become a member after I read several of the topics and discussions. I enjoy being around Professional Soldiers talking about what we do best! I look forward to getting great information from everyone and sharing my experiences and knowledge on deployments and multiple other topics

[ogshooter]

I am currently with a Marine Bn. and are considering comming over to 20th group. I have combat experience in CENTCOM. I am just looking for information and trying to build contacts.

[Rusty]

I mistakenly posted in a forum without starting here. Apologies to the owners of the house.

I'm a 14J ADA TOC Operator that works for Army Space Command, 1st Space CO in Colorado Springs, CO. I've been interested in joining the SF community for two years now, and I've finally taken the steps to make it happen. I'm hoping to leave for SFAS around September of this year.

I've read many of the forums here, and found that the wit and advice in all the posts to be inspirational, educational and entertaining. It's been a valuable resource, and a constant reminder of why I'm here, and why I want to be a part of the community.

Thanks for everything guys, and thanks for having me here. With some guts and the grace of God, I'll be posting from the other side of the fence next year.

Rusty

[The Reaper]

Thanks for everything guys, and thanks for having me here. With some guts and the grace of God, I'll be posting from the other side of the fence next year.

Rusty

What fence?

TR

[Razor]

What fence?

TR

The one around the pseudo-motor pool/gravel pad behind Building 3 on Pete AFB. ;) Rusty, if you look around really carefully, you'll find even more current and former SF guys at your location and next door that you can most likely (politely) tap for advice and guidance.

[Rusty]

Roger, Razor, that playpen behind Bldg 3. I see alot of QP's around Bldg 3, but I don't want to bother them with my concerns. I've been researching, reading, and asking questions of former and current candidates and QP's for some time now, and it's time to just do it.

It's always good to talk to someone who's been there and done it, but by the same token, I don't want to appear to be another pestering wannabe looking for answers to questions that aren't going to be answered. I ruck, and run, and PT, and think and read as much as I can. I just want my body and mind to be ready for SFAS.

But, Razor, it's always nice to get a beer and hear a story or two.

Rusty

[BigBro]

Thank you all for letting me come aboard. I asked to join this board due to the quality of information that I saw on H5N1 bird flu and the great work on the La Mas Ammo. On the bird flu, I am involved in our company response to a potential outbreak. In regard to the La Mas ammo I have been working on terminal balistic for a number of years due to my personal interests. I have not been in the military but have some time in as a peace officer. I have a background in Zoology and Chemistry, and currently work in the power industry. I have been a handloader for over 30 years, was a master class pistol shooter in falling plate matches and try to be a shade tree gunsmith. I have an extensive background in water treatment including R.O.'s and domestic water if this will be of any use to any of you. Bb

Thank very much.

[InfantryPL]

I am Tony Soika, a relatively new 2nd Lieutenant. I was commissioned on 5 AUG 06 after 16 years 10 months as an enlisted man (highest rank: SSG). While I am in the army reserve, I elected to branch Infantry since that was where most of my enlisted time was spent. I had only recently switched from the guard to reserves (May 05). I was active duty from 1989-1994 which also reflects one reenlistment. My last active duty slot was at Schofield Barracks where I attended Air Assault School, RIP, and the local version of SERE which was put on by the 125th MI Bn if I remember correctly (might have been 1st of the 25th or something like that, it's been a while).

For the past 6 months as of this posting I have been serving as a PL of a Rifle Platoon while I waited for my transfer back to the guard to go through. When the packet was lost for the 2nd time, I drew the line and interviewed instead for a local tactical Psyops battalion. I was accepted and will be taking over a Tactical Psyops Detachment. I go to BOLCII which is some new thing that apparently is like PLDC for officers (giggle). I then am slotted for Infantry OBC in August, Jump School in late September, and the Psyops Q course in June '08. It is expected that in 2009 I will deploy to parts as yet unknown and in 2010 I will attend DLI.

As a civilian I own a business that specializes in training athletes. This is NOT an adertisement, but my career bio is on my company web site at SportsPerformanceAdvancement.com

In 1998-99 I served in the support company 3/20th SFG(A). in my 3rd drill with the unit, it was discovered that my contract had been done incorrectly and I would lose my bonus and student loan repayment deal which I had in writing. Just as bad, with 10 years of service I would be reduced to Corporal (from SGT). My chain of command went to bat with the FL ARNG people for about a year but to no avail so I left the unit. That's my one brush with SF types.

My deployments and overseas service include Desert Storm, Team Spirit '93 (Korea), RSO&I (Korea), Puerto Rico (w/3/20th), and El Salvador.

If anyone has any questions, comments, or concerns, please feel free to drop me a line.

2LT Soika

[Dragbag036]

I have the luxury of working with someone who has been there and done that. In my 18 years of service I find it humbling to listen and learn from those who have come before me but are not gone, maybe mostly because they are stubborn. I thank those of you who have the power in this forum for not giving me the boot just yet. I am here to not only get knowledge, but also contribute to the subjects that I can. Once again thank you all for this opportunity and to those who are here and still debating whether to stay or not I say this:

The Spartans learned only one craft, soldiering, and were inculcated with only one conception of excellence: fighting bravely for their city.

Edit: Moved to intro thread, Kyo

[nyeti]

I've been lurking around here for well over a year, and like what I have seen. I finally decided to register as I am growing weary dealing with kids, computer commandos and civilian inquisiters on several forums. I have decided to stick with one "fun" forum, and a couple professional forums.

I have been a full time police officer in Southern California for 19 years. I have been assigned to SWAT as a firearms instructor and armorer for 17 years. I'm also the primary firearms instructor on all of our current systems as well as starting a nationally recognized edged weapons program for L/E. I am currently in limbo awaiting a forced medical retirement due to numerous on duty injuries. I have worked all but 6 months of my carreer at night (swings or graveyard) and also spent 3.5 years in a crime suppresion bicycle unit, and 4 years in our aviation unit.

I have spent a bunch of time cross training with many folks from the military special operations community. I am also keenly aware that I don't sleep in dirt, am not a snake eater, and try to stay in my lane. On the other hand, I've spent my entire adult life hunting people in the ghetto, so the urban stuff is my cup of tea.

Hopefully, I can add some different perspective in the weapons section of the site, and keep my mouth shut on the other stuff. Thanks-DB

[Air.177]

Welcome Nyeti,
I have seen your posts on Badlands. Plenty of good info here, soak up what you wish and contribute where you can.

Good times,
Blake

[nyeti]

Thanks, I'm sure I'll probably have a difference of opinion on some of the weapons stuff here (sort of like everywhere else), but at least I can have a good healthy interaction with other professional gun carriers rather than the morons I have dealt with elsewhere.

[scrateshooter]

Hello all,

I am from Texas, but living in AZ. I have a little military experience from the U.S. Army and Marines. I recieved my education in AZ at NAU. I like to spend time in the desert when I can and have even spotted illegals on my own while occupying a hide on the border where I live. I am an occasional shooter, enjoying decimating the jackrabbit population here when I am in the mood. I became interested in the U.S. Army Special Forces after meeting Major Matt Casteel and Chief Slatt during OCS Phase I at Ft. Meade, SD.

[longrange1947]

Dragbag - You calling me stubborn?

Gents, be aware of the fact he has a touch of 'Guy' in him. :D

Welcome dragbag, and I see you managed to post in the wrong spot right off. :)

Welcome to the rest of the new personnel.

[Jacek]

Welcome everybody
My name's Jacek, I come from Poland. I have no military experience. I'm glad I can be here and I hope to learn a lot from other members and that's all.

[Sean]

Hi all,

Lurked on here all the way through the Q-Course, gleaned huge amounts of useful info from these boards. Graduated 02 MAR 07, class 03-06, on my way to 5th SFG. Now the REAL work starts. :lifter

I'm an 18C, came in as an 18X, originally from Milwaukee, WI.

I enjoy Crossfit (Wait, nobody ENJOYS Crossfit, do they?), reading (Greg Rucka is my current favorite author), crossword puzzles, dark beer (Rogue's Shakespeare Stout is awesome), and the occasional video game.

-Sean

[dennisw]

Congrats Sean. Good luck at group.

[Gypsy]

Congrats Sean. And welcome to all the new members, my thanks to those who have, or currently, serve our Country.

[Russell S]

Greetings all. Glad I came across this site.

I started life as an engineer then went though assessment and the Q-course in 1992. Detachment commander of ODA 725 from 92-95. Then to Fort Polk as an ODA and BN O/C. While there I went to SFARTAETC and that allowed me the opportunity to go to Colombia as an exchange officer. Got out in 2000 and spent some time working for big pharma before I started my own business in nuisance wildlife control. High adventure!! Late last year I finally got around to changing my address with a reserve command and not long thereafter I got a call from the local CA BN here in Tulsa. How could I say no? Not with what is going on in the world in this day and age. Anyway, due to go back to Bragg this spring for the CA course with a trip to play in the sand as a 200 m target.

And FWIW, after I complete a Crossfit workout, I mix my protein powder in Guinness Extra Stout! :lifter

[Team Sergeant]

Welcome Gents!

Russell S, I like your protein powder mix!;)

TS

[Sean]

And FWIW, after I complete a Crossfit workout, I mix my protein powder in Guinness Extra Stout! :lifter

A man after my own heart, Mr. S.

[rshea]

37, Civilian
Smyrna, Georgia
Full-time student. I never got my college degree so I'm doing it now.
Major: History, Minor: Professional Writing, Future: Medical School

....and I may as well admit it and suffer the wrath of all you Professional Soldiers from the start...

Yes, I'm a Democrat.

Respectfully,
Rachel Shea

[The Reaper]

37, Civilian
Smyrna, Georgia
Full-time student. I never got my college degree so I'm doing it now.
Major: History, Minor: Professional Writing, Future: Medical School

....and I may as well admit it and suffer the wrath of all you Professional Soldiers from the start...

Yes, I'm a Democrat.

Respectfully,
Rachel Shea

Welcome aboard.

What brings you here?

TR

[longrange1947]

....and I may as well admit it and suffer the wrath of all you Professional Soldiers from the start...

Yes, I'm a Democrat.

Respectfully,
Rachel Shea

Welcome.

Not a problem being a Dem. It depends how you look at life as a Dem. Some Dems are more conservative then some Republicans. You would probably be surprised a the number of military guys that are Dems.

At least you are proud of your choice, some try to hide it.

[Remington Raidr]

Hi all,

Lurked on here all the way through the Q-Course, gleaned huge amounts of useful info from these boards. Graduated 02 MAR 07, class 03-06, on my way to 5th SFG. Now the REAL work starts. :lifter

I'm an 18C, came in as an 18X, originally from Milwaukee, WI.

I enjoy Crossfit (Wait, nobody ENJOYS Crossfit, do they?), reading (Greg Rucka is my current favorite author), crossword puzzles, dark beer (Rogue's Shakespeare Stout is awesome), and the occasional video game.

-Sean

Good to see a warrior from my part of the the U.S. If you want to get ahead of the curve, go the the thread where they pop-quiz the living hell out of 18C's. After years of schooling, I realized that that, sadly, in a given situation. I am SO screwed. Be safe.

[rshea]

Hi Reaper:

Why am I here? I spent most of my 20s trying to decide whether or not to join the Army. My father, who had gone Navy during Vietnam, told me, "Don't do it unless you absolutely love it." The logical response? Well, how will I know if I don't try? Then it occurred to me what my father was saying to me, so I didn't do it. Some days I really regret it, and other days I don't - like when I heard about Aberdeen PG and Abeer al-Janabi.

Okay, here's the short answer you're wishing I'd shut up and get to - because I'll always wonder about the road not taken.

Stay safe, wherever you are.

[Pete]

.....because I'll always wonder about the road not taken.....

I know a few of those people. Now in their late 40s early 50s they went to college, raised a family, lived the civilian life but are now wondering where life has pased them by.

They have had no excitment, no thrills, just everyday life. Para-sailing at Cancun is not the same as making a N/CE jump onto a short DZ. Taking a cruise and blowing some bubbles on a reef is not the same as hanging onto the outside of a nuke sub. Climbing the rock wall at the county fair is not the same as dragging yourself up a rock face way out in the middle of nowhere.

I tell the young guys and gals I run into to join up. Any service. 30 years from now they will look back and be glad they did.

Welcome

Pete

[blue02hd]

My name is Rob, and I'd like to introduce myself. After a friend directed me to this site, I felt compelled to jump with both feet, and hope to swim with the sharks a bit. While I am soaking up all the outstanding politics and ideology that Fayetteville State has to offer, I thought I might try and stay in touch and in tune alittle bit with you.

I have spent nearly 8 of my 17 years in service with 3rd SFG. I have had the good fortune to travel, as many of you have, and return with my Passport free of "Status Non Gradus" stamps. I miss the teams a great deal, even though there is always someone worth choking out. ( I think sometimes it was even me that needed a good smack, but I still miss it.) After some more civilian schooling and a bit more military education I am hoping to return to the teams and throw my hat back in the ring for better or worse.

I enjoy my new HK USP Compact, but won't give up my Kimber. And lastly, when exactly did the Steelers win anything that wasn't rigged?

V/R
Rob

[CPTAUSRET]

Looks like I have missed a few introductions, been travelling.

Welcome aboard, everyone!

[booker]

I know a few of those people. Now in their late 40s early 50s they went to college, raised a family, lived the civilian life but are now wondering where life has pased them by.

They have had no excitment, no thrills, just everyday life. Para-sailing at Cancun is not the same as making a N/CE jump onto a short DZ. Taking a cruise and blowing some bubbles on a reef is not the same as hanging onto the outside of a nuke sub. Climbing the rock wall at the county fair is not the same as dragging yourself up a rock face way out in the middle of nowhere.

I tell the young guys and gals I run into to join up. Any service. 30 years from now they will look back and be glad they did.

Welcome

Pete

I agree 110% with you Pete. Although I did not get to travel to all the places that many of you did while in the service, I did get to go out and see some of the more undesirable vacation areas of the world. Now that I in graduate school I get to hear about the trips to _insert country here_ to hold hands and do a circle jerk from other "travelled" grad students. I wouldn't give up my past military experiences (or the future ones) for anything in the world.

[trackerteam6]

Hello, I came here mostly to find people I knew from many years ago. As it says in my profile I am not nor have ever been Special Forces. I was a LRRP with the 25th Inf Division and I was on Combat Tracker Teams with the 9th Inf division and the 25th Inf Division. I also met and knew many SF soldiers when they were sent to recuiting duty during the last years of the Vietnam War. It was an era when SF soldiers returning fom Vietnam had their choice of Recruiting or Drill Sergeant duty. Ft. Bragg or any orther group was not an option.

[Schmalzy]

Hi, my name is Derek Schmalz and I am a Cadet at the University of San Diego studying International Relations. I am working and striving to commission as an Infantry 2LT. I found this board looking for advice on ruck marching and foot care, which has proven to be quite effective. Thanks to the Admins and Quiet Professionals for all your help, service and advice, as this site contains a wealth of information. God Bless, and thanks again for letting me listen and observe on all the information being given.

[KangarooAR-15A3]

Hello.
Was sent here by a friend who is talking to me about into going NG SF.
Civilian, not prior service,live in Houston.
Very active on AR15.com, shooter and history buff.
Trying still for age waiver for the Corps but seriously looking into SF and trying to learn as much as possible here.
Very neat site, wont be asking many questions... I found the search bar!

;)

[BigBro]

Hello all,

I am from Texas, but living in AZ. I have a little military experience from the U.S. Army and Marines. I recieved my education in AZ at NAU. I like to spend time in the desert when I can and have even spotted illegals on my own while occupying a hide on the border where I live. I am an occasional shooter, enjoying decimating the jackrabbit population here when I am in the mood. I became interested in the U.S. Army Special Forces after meeting Major Matt Casteel and Chief Slatt during OCS Phase I at Ft. Meade, SD.


1980 grad of NAU, lived on North Campus and not the zoo.

[Mrock4]

Hey everyone. My name is Mike, and I am a 20 year old Specialist currently deployed in support of OIF. I came here after reading "GET SELECTED", and have in the past few days read it twice. I am in the process of completing my physical, and hope to attend SFAS upon redeployment. I am here to learn anything and everything I can that may give me the extra edge. I am not a combat arms soldier, so I will take any and all advice I can get. I am currently working out as much as possible, and have begun rucking, as well as sharpening up as much as possible on land navigation.

[x SF med]

(not so) BigBro
I would suggest you fill out your profile and read all of the stickies before posting again. I am the nice one, wait until you meet the not so nice QPs.
Take it or leave it, just a friendly suggestion.

[skydoc60A5G]

Found this site while looking at the SOCNET site.

Started out in ROTC then to AD in Army Hospitals in Germany 4 years. Got out...resigned commission...requested reappointment with (finally!) assignment to 12th SF Svc Co and attachment to 2/12 Forward MedOps Team then Group Med Platoon Leader for 4 years. Got hooked by way of the 3/12 into 351 CA in Mt. View CA with assignment to SOCPAC team as Pub Health Officer....never deployed but then recruited to be Div Surgeon in the 95th Div. Did that for several years...thought I should get back to the AMEDD so on to the 44th Evac.....bored silly. So, was to be assigned SOCOM Surgeons Office as IMA 60W5G...DS-DS started...all assignments frozen...I died there, couldn't move, then was "retired" at MRD.

Really enjoyed my military educational development...C4, exercise planning demands, casualty management requirement on DZs, my own jumps, etc.

Now I'm a civilian 60W, Beretta guy, jeeper, and member of the SFA.

Really happy to find this site. It's one of the few ( if only) site where the 12th Group is able to communicate again. :cool:

[Team Sergeant]

Really happy to find this site. It's one of the few ( if only) site where the 12th Group is able to communicate again. :cool:

Welcome Skydoc.

Keeping in touch with SF brothers was one of the main ideas for this site.;)

TS

[eniteo]

Dear Respected Members of the Special Forces Community,

Hello. Please let me introduce myself: I am native of the state of Ohio, as well as a college student currently studying Arabic (mostly Modern Standard with small amounts of colloquial thrown in). It is my intention to obtain an 18x contract in the near future and compete to be a member of your prestigious group; in fact, I’ve just started the process with my recruiter. I realize that it is a long and arduous road ahead, but I hope to do my best, acquit myself in a professional manner, and, God willing, one day stand shoulder to shoulder with you. Thank you tremendously for this invaluable resource.

Respectfully,

Eniteo

[mike-munich]

ahlan wa sahlan Eniteo !

[Rock Ape]

Just a short introduction to sey hello.

My name is Dave, I served with the 2nd Btn The Light Infantry, upon completion of my three year enlistment, I chose to leave the Army and re-enlist in another Branch of the British Forces - 2Sqn RAF Regiment. Serving a total of 13 years.

I have never served as part of any SF unit.

Kind regards

--DH

[Olympiclfter]

Hello everyone. My name is Charles and I am currently considering a career in the Army. While growing up, my parents strongly discouraged any type of military service. When I moved out of my parents house and away from their influence I began to regret that I had never served, but at that time at that I was not fit for service. I had been raised to be mouthy, arrogant, rebellious and convinced of my own infallibility. In short, I was a punk. I could have enlisted, but honestly the Army would have probably sent me packing and I wouldn't have understood why. Well, five years have passed and I am happy to say that I am not the person that I once was.

I am here to learn more about the Army Special Forces. I specifically want to determine if the Special forces and I would be a good match. I will be mostly reading at first, not posting. I welcome any advice, criticism, comments or questions. Thank you for letting me be here, for the information that has already assisted me and thanks in advance for any and all future help that I will receive.

[Bigun]

I learned of this site from a fellow 12th grp'er. Many of us have been able to stay in touch thru emails over the years, but as is the case, some have fallen off the radar. As time goes on, one can hope they hear of this site also and join so we can reconnect. As soon as I reviewed the site; sent a code burst to all the members of Chapter L, so expect to see an increase in new members soon. To those who know me. Most of my weekdays are spent traveling and my weekends skydiving. My usename here is the same as on dropzone.com and have sent this site to several fellow skydivers that are former, active, retired SF. To those who created the site; my gratitude.

[Backwoods]

Hello all. This looks like a great site to shoot the proverbial crap. My name is John and I am currently in Germany. I look forward to reading some of these posts.





The conduct of unconventional warfare carries heavier demands than the wearing of a beret and the mastery of unusual firearms. Unconventional warfare is a state of mind as well as mission and distinctive set of tactics. -Col.(ret) Hy Rothstein

Do not pray for easy lives. Pray to be stronger men.
-John F. Kennedy

[meshadowq2]

I fell very privileged to enter your community. I'm former Air Assault rapple master but now a Music producer and grandfather of 9.....(yeah, my kids don't watch TV). I have a son serving in Iraq with SBCBT (stryker brigade Combat Team) and I'm very proud of his service and all the people in uniform.

I have the highest respect for the missions and risk your community has taken The freedoms your efforts, sacrifices and talents have afforded our country. May your services never, ever be lessend of forgotten.

FTFSI. We don't do individual introduction threads. Read the stickies before posting again. Peregrino

[kgoerz]

Never mention rapple master here . It is a status that many here have failed to achieve and in trying sacrificed all........ .....Just joking.

Welcome to this board, AKA... My escape, Mi Cueva, My link to sanity, Proof of once having a life, Almost like having real Friends and most of all a place to find Professionals . Thank you and your son for the service you have provided this country, That service will never be lessened of forgotten here.
Welcome

[Mcmiller]

Thank you for this opportunity. I was directed to these forums by a SF recruiter – am I to understand there is only one gentleman fulfilling this role? If so, it seems overcautious not to mention names but I'll err on the side of caution.

I am a prior service member, spent just under 4 years in the military and it was not a good fit for me or for the Army. I am currently completing my masters in Industrial/Organizational Psychology (the psychology of people in work groups and motivation) and one of my classmates suggested that I use Special Forces in a purely theoretical proposal for research.

My main goal here is to learn from this community and to represent SF respectfully and accurately in my paper without violating PERSEC or OPSEC. (And maybe I can find out what happened to my favorite SF DS along the way?)

[CL31542]

Hello the Forum –

Name's Chris Long. Originally from Michigan now in Washington State. Served in the 7th SFGA and USASFT back in the '70s as an XO and Team Leader. Retired in '92 and now work for the state.

Learned about this site from "Get Selected" which I picked up at the FT Lewis clothing sales store a few weeks ago. Good book and good site. Hope to catch up with a few old friends.

Chris

[mufasa929]

Hey all, I have been in the Army for the past 10 years. Started active 3ID, now I am in the Guard. Recently graduated from college with a degree in Psychology, still trying to figure out what I am gonna do with it. Since I came in I have tittered with the thought of going SF, now that I am married, I don't think it would be the best thing...but i really don't know. Well, I am here to attempt to gain more info to assist in my making a decision on joing the SF lifestyle. Well, hope to hear from many people and make many posts. Later.

[Bigun]

Hey all, I have been in the Army for the past 10 years. Started active 3ID, now I am in the Guard. Recently graduated from college with a degree in Psychology, still trying to figure out what I am gonna do with it. Since I came in I have tittered with the thought of going SF, now that I am married, I don't think it would be the best thing...but i really don't know. Well, I am here to attempt to gain more info to assist in my making a decision on joing the SF lifestyle. Well, hope to hear from many people and make many posts. Later.

Perhaps you, your marriage and the military could all mutually benefit by considering the 19th or 20th SF NG units.

[The Reaper]

Welcome all.

Mufasa, please fill in your profile. Do not go to SFAS if you are not absolutely, positively convinced that it is what you want to do. Otherwise, you are just wasting the trip because you will not make it.

TR

[Ben 'round]

Good evening Gents,
Thanks for allowing me to come into your area of operation here. It looks like I have a lot of reading to do. Thanks for everything ya'll do. Hope to be there with you one day.
-Ben

[PMM05005]

First of all, thank you for allowing me to be a member, this website is a very informative and helpful page. I am leaving for Ft. Benning May 17 with an MOS as 18X. I've been reading everything on your web page and any helpful advice would be much appreciated. Thanks.

[Dragula]

Gentlemen, first off I would like to thank every one of you for your selfless service and dedication to help protect America's intrest and keep my family safe.

My name is Matthew Shaw and I am a 21y/o M from Florida who is currently training in hopes of obtaining an 18x contract. (Waiting on med. waiver) I look forward to conversing with the best in the business.

Regards, MS

[adal]

Howdy,
Thanks for letting me in. Former 18D w/ 1SFG. Currently living and working as a paramedic in the Flagstaff, Northern AZ area.

It's nice to hear from old team mates,even if I didn't serve with you. It's nice to hear your professional opinion and your thoughts on life. I've been out for three years and miss the gang. Thanks for continuing the mission. adal

[meshadowq2]

To the quiet professionals

thank you for allowing me to be apart of your community.
I am former military but now am a grandfather of nine. I work as a Music Producer.

I currently have a son deployed with a SBCBT in Baghdad.

I was formerly stationed at Ft. Cambell so I'm fully aware of the sacrifices your community has made and make everyday to secure our freedoms.

May your sacrifices and efforts never be lessened of forgotten.

I have in the past had the opportunity to meet a few guys years ago involved with The Profesionals.....(the legion)

all you guys rock.

[highanglehalo]

Just a few lines to sign in. I retired in 99. Last duty assignment C/1/10 SFG(A).
SOTIC, SFARTAEC, O&I, MFFJM. SOMED Inst at FT SAM. Crashed in 90, ODA-095.
If you know me drop me a line!
Highanglehalo Sends

[mike-munich]

Welcome Gentlemen.

@highanglehalo: how did you like Panzer/BB ? Friend of mine was in C/1/10, but that´s 10 years ago.
Stay safe !