2009 Guard/Reserve Drill Pay Charts
Monday January 5, 2009
Members of the National Guard and military reserve componants are required to perform a minimum of one weekend drill per month, and two weeks per year of active duty for training. In exchange for drill, Guard/Reserve members receive monthly drill pay, which is equal to one day's active duty base pay for each drill period. Generally, there are four drill periods in one weekend drill. Here are the drill pay charts for 2009.
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One day I would like to be in the armed forces
I’m 10 years old and I’m leaving to be in the
armed forces at 18 so I got 8 years left
Don’t! It’s a trap!
Son, don’t listen to that guy – serving in the military opens many opportunities for you. You’ll even get money for college if you choose to pursue a different path in life.
Listen to Matthew. I was in the Army, trust me. Don’t do it!
The military is not for everyone. Everyone isn’t strong enough to handle it. Do want you want to do! The military does open doors for you and presents opportunities you may never get.
John Doe and Matthew just couldn’t handle it! I have been in 16 years and I love everyday of it. Nothing in life come easy!!
Good for you, Matthew…learn as much as you can, talk to your teachers and guidance councelors, and your friends’ parents who may have served in the Armed Forces.
Many years ago, when I was in a National Guard Airborne unit, we often held field and Airborne operations in a relaxed family atmosphere in which we were able to demonstrate some of the things we, as Soldiers, did. You might ask your parents to make a few phone calls to see if such an opportunity may be available in your community.
Good luck, Matthew; keep your eye on the ball!
Sarge
Look,it’s like this….I tried the military at a young age but didn’t have the support I needed to stay in. I am now recruiting my 17 yr. old daughter to join the Reserves. She is wanting to because it will help her pay for school and give her responsibility. Ever child deserves a chance. GO GO GUARD!!!
Hello Matthew! First of all I would like to commend you for wanting to serve your country at such an early age. I find it to be admirable. My advice to you is to stay in school and learn as much as you can, never get in trouble, especially with the law and stay away from drugs. Today’s standards to join the military have gone up. Many young men and women are denied their enlistment because of mistakes commited in the past. The military is a good decision for anyone to make, regardless of how long they want to sign up for. It will provide you with the tools that you need to make it in corporate America if you take advantage of those opportunites. Not everyone is cut out to wear the uniform, but it is worth a try. And if you do not like it, then you do your time and get out with an honorable discharge. If you do end up joining, make sure that you have done plenty of research and most important, make sure that you are joining for the right reasons. Best of luck in all you do!!!!!!!!
I did four years in the Army. The Army paid for my college and now I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance. I would not have been able to go to college otherwise. The Army will be what you make of it and you can take that to the bank.
Listen Matthew, people all over are going to say that people who aren’t in the Army anymore “weren’t strong enough” to stay in. I did my time and I got out, and it is my honest opinion that the military isn’t the best option for a young person. Check out the facts before you enlist, it is very hard to get out of this mistake once it’s made.
I am paying my way through college using the national guard. I will graduate and commission using ROTC. I have gone to basic and AIT and have been in for a little over a year now and I still love it. I dislike ROTC a little more now because they think they are better than enlisted personnel but I got to deal with it. Once I finish with the army I can get a job as a human resources director which pays a lot of money.
Again, it is only a trap if you don’t know what you are doing, and even then it isn’t unless you get unlucky. I do not believe what the guy above me has written because this has been the best experience that I have ever had and it has changed my life and has and will continue to open new doors. There are a few times I have seen 10-16 year olds at drill doing pt and watching what happens. Try and find a unit and a friend who is in it to take you along (most likely and RSP unit).
Also remember that your mind can change in 8 years, mine did multiple times. Now all I care about it money (sad I know). And with the experience that the army has and will give me I can jump start my career.
What do you mean you don’t believe what I wrote, Private? Don’t be mad because I am telling the kid the truth and you, and the rest of the Army, are trying to brainwash him.
Sweet Specialist, your a real d-bag.
Matthew,
I’m with Lichelle; the Army isn’t for everyone, but from a personal view-point, I wouldn’t have changed my 4 years active duty for anything. I get to go to school now and I am still in the Reserves today. After I get my degree, I’m thinking about just staying in. I like it, but most people that end up not liking it, well, that’s just on them. It all depends on what you do with it. If you have a crappy attitude, it won’t be good for you BUT if you stay positive, it might just work out for you.
I would suggest checking out the other branches though, only because some personalities are better suited for the other branches, but that’s something you’ll know for yourself which one is better for you.
Keep it up!
Like above, check out the other branches of the military. The Air National Guard is one of them; just like the Army National Guard it’s one weekend a month and two weeks of annual training a year. I’ve been in for 11 years and would still do it all over again
I don’t know why people always try to tell other people what to do. If he had said he wanted to be a doctor would people have an opinion on that and be so objective. If he wants to join the Army good for him! There aren’t enough people that can make a commitment like this so if he wants to try it out why not. He’ll never know unless he expierences it for himself, as with the rest of you… you would have never known whether you like or disliked it unless you joined. I would recommend an initial contract of 2 years to see if it is something he does likes. By the time he gets through Basic and AIT he may only have a year or so left. If he hates it, at least he expiernced it and was able to make up his OWN mind without another 4 or 5 years left. That’s what I did and I am still going strong with 2 additional enlistments.
Usually the people that don’t like it are week minded or joined for the wrong reasons in the first place! If you feel you are getting brainwashed, then maybe you are one of those weak minded people. No one can take away your ability to think for yourself unless you let them!
Dude, there’s more to it than monetary benefits. I’m an enlisted deployed reservist with a college degree. I’m not cut out for this crap. There’s a lot i don’t like about the Army. There’s ignorant people higher ranking than me, it’s hot over here, and of course it’s dangerous. However, I get do wake up everyday knowing that I’ve done more for my country than most people ever will. If the desire to serve stays with you, you’ll do it no matter the costs. That’s why I do it. There are also benefits they put in the brochure: I’ve made some of my best friends in the Army, I’ve learned from some of the best leaders to ever walk the earth, and soon after this deployment I’m going to flight school. If the desire to serve stays with you, you’ll do it no matter the cost or benefit.
Matthew
Don’t worry about anyone else’s opinion. Don’t worry about what anyone says. This is what you want to do for a living. This is your choice to make. i was around the same age when I said that I wanted to join the military. Everyone thinks it was a cute thing but I was as serious as a heart-attack!!! I have joined and now I’m doing monthly drills and I love it. I have my reasons of joining the Guard and I bet for someone your age, you have your reasons too. Just remember, this is your life and your decision. You are the one that is determining your own future, not anyone else. Stay proud and strong for your beliefs, wants, and decisions of joining the military.
Listen Matthew, there are some things you need to know before joining the military. First off, the Army, National Guard, Air Force, Navy, and Coast Guard are all gay. The only branch worth your time is the Marines. Yeah, all those other branches pay for your school directly – but that’s because they know how much they suck and they will try and coax you in any way they can. Lucky for you there is the Post 9/11 GI Bill that will hopefully still be around for you in 12 years (8 + 4 in the service.) The downside of all branches, however, is the fact that until you pick up NCO, you are treated like you’re a retard. There are some guys in my unit who joined late and are currently in their late 20’s to early 30’s and are still E-3’s. Just because they aren’t a NCO, the higher-ups/leadership treat them like they just graduated kindergarten. On the positive side, you will make memories and friends you will never forget and that will help you get through the bad times (which happens to be quite frequent) and I wouldn’t trade some of my friends for anything. That being said, think very hard before you sign the contract… don’t do it just because you like guns or you think the uniform looks good (the Marine’s uniforms are the only ones that look good… the army’s and air force’s blend in with nothing except concrete or gravel.) Anyways, good luck with your decision.
P.S. – I’m in the infantry, the only real job in the military. Everything else is a cop out for money. Oh, and don’t go the officer route. Enlisted is the only way to go.
“P.S. – I’m in the infantry, the only real job in the military. Everything else is a cop out for money. Oh, and don’t go the officer route. Enlisted is the only way to go.”
How’d that Human Wave tactic in WW1 work out for ya, crunchie???
-tanker
Guys, he’s 10 years old! He should be worrying about t-ball for crying out loud.
And marine tool- you’re the reason why I didn’t join the marines. I’m a front line medic in the ARMY, and you my friend, are not better,tougher,cooler than me. Those who joined the marines who “believe” it’s the only real military are the retards in H.S that had to have the coolest cars and crushed cans on their head. You give a horrible name for the REAL marines that I respect.
Matthew… concentrate on being ten right now. Pay attention in school, do your homework on time, listen to your parents and try to stay out of trouble. I am in the Air Force and have been for 8 years. I love it and unlike what the BRAINWASHED Marine said, all branches of the military are great. We are all fighting for the rights and citizens of our beautiful country and any branch you join serves the same purpose.
Good luck and like the post above me said… worry more about t-ball than joining the military… you are so young and have so many years to think about what you want to be when you grow up… Good Luck!!!