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Expert: Howard Lorenz - 11/25/2007


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QUESTION: As a DEP with a DEP card am i allowed to go to the base using those cards? Also, what is the use of the DEP card? is it almost like the real military card except stating im a DEP? what are the benefits of a DEP card?

ANSWER: All the DEP card entitles you too is acess to the base to use the commisary and the BX. You still have to be escorted, usually by your recruiter or the Base protocall office. Get with your recruiter for making the arrangements.

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QUESTION: So it is not possible for me to go to the base all by myself? And im only limited to the commisary and BX? does that mean i cant use the gym or the gas station? and what are Base protocall office? thanks

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WHat you need to do is get in contact with your recruiter and have him call the base. Your recruiter is responsible for you anyway while you are in the DEP. Yes it is possible that you can use the gym, but again its something that your recruiter has to make arrangements for. Make him or her work for you. If they dont , Then I can call and find out the particulars. Each base has its rules regarding DEP entry to the base.

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I have spent the past 20 years in the U.S. Air Force, 3 years was assigned as an Enlisted Accessions Recruiter. I have been deployed various times to several locations. If it is a career in the military you are looking for or thinking about I most likely have the answer. I still have contacts with in the recruiting field and if I don't know the answer then I have folks who do where I can find the answer. I am very blunt and straight forward and will make no attempts to BS you. I will give you the best information that I possible can can. If you think that you cant handle the answer that I give you, then don't ask the question...... If you are planning on joining the military, your number 1 decision factor in making this kind of move is that you need to be more concerned about serving your country than your country serving you!! All the benefits are the best that you can find. Education is at a premium right now and its the most rewarding thing that you can do. If I dont answer right away probably means that I am busy, but have patience, I will get to you.

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Air Force Recruiter for 3 years, Air Force Career 21 Years

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Veterans of Foreign Wars

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Community College of the Air Force, International Air Academy, Allied Business Schools, Embry Riddle Aeronautical College, Defense Acquisition University

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