RECRUIT GRADUATION

Bldg. 400, (847) 688-3537
Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Saturday hours May to October only)
Once you are with your Sailor, or if you are current or retired
military, you will be able to access the main side of Naval Station
Great Lakes through Main Gate 1. Head to the north side of the
base to the Information, Tickets & Travel Office located inside
of the Navy Exchange (NEX) Bldg. 400. MWR staff can assist
you with attraction tickets, train schedules, base information and
more!
COMMUNITY RECREATION INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL
Bldg. 1326, (847) 688-3645
Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday, 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.
After the graduation ceremony is over, all Sailors and family
members are welcome to visit the RTC Recreation Center inside
of Bldg. 1326, just two blocks walking distance from the Drill
Hall. If your Sailor ordered a divisional T-shirt or sweatshirt at
the beginning of their training, head over to the RTC Recreation
Center for pickup. The RTC Recreation Center also has a
comfortable waiting area, snack bar, food court, game room,
computer lab and FREE WI-FI Spot.
RTC RECREATION CENTER
USS Midway Drill Hall
Friday, 6:45 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
Once you arrive in the Drill Hall on graduation morning, you’ll find
a Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) booth on both ends
of the Drill Hall. Commemorative coins, hats, apparel and other
souvenirs are available for purchase, along with refreshments.
Take home a wonderful keepsake in memory of your graduation
at the Navy’s only recruit training location! Cash and credit are
accepted for purchases. No personal checks.
NAVAL STATION
GREAT LAKES
(888) 317-6971
www.mwrgl.com
Seasonal restaurant, call for hours of operation!
For further details, call (847) 688-4593.
www.mwrgl.com
Improving Quality of Life
Through Recreational Services
NAVAL STATION
GREAT LAKES
Located on the corner of
Great Lakes Dr. & Buckley Rd.
(Just northeast of Rt. 41/Buckley Rd.)
The public
is welcome!
Specialty sandwiches,
deluxe burgers, garden
fresh salads & more!
Enjoy Delicious
Menu Selections
W
illow Glen Golf Course & Buckley’s Restaurant & Lounge,
Building 8400
(847) 688-4593
Golf course and clubhouse. Open seasonally in spring, summer, and
early fall. Open to military and the public. Located just off of the main
base along Buckley Road (IL137).
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etra Train Station
Commuter train for traveling to and from downtown Chicago. South
of Main Gate 1 along Sheridan Road.
 Off-Base Amenities
MWR MERCHANDISE KIOSK
Family & Friends
Travel Guide
RECRUIT
GRADUATION
Order by phone, (888) 317-6971
Just $19.99
If you cannot make it to your recruit’s graduation ceremony, let
them know you are thinking of them with a care package! Care
packages include souvenirs of RTC, Naval Station Great Lakes,
and other treats! A full listing of care package items can be given
at the time of your order. Order deadline is noon, two days prior
to the graduation date. Orders taken Monday through Friday,
8 a.m. to 3 p.m. CST.
RECRUIT CARE PACKAGE
 RTC Souvenirs & Info 
 Welcome 
Congratulations on your family member joining the United
States Navy, the strongest Navy in the world. Looking
ahead, your commitment, sacrifice and support of your
Sailor is greatly valued. Traveling to a recruit graduation
ceremony will allow you to be witness as hundreds of
recruits begin their careers as Sailors. The Morale, Welfare
and Recreation (MWR) Department at Naval Station
Great Lakes designed this travel guide to assist you with
your travel arrangements. MWR encourages you to read
through this brochure carefully and use the information
provided to book your airfare and hotel accommodations.
For best availability and current rates, please call the
hotels directly to make your reservation and reference this
travel guide or the promotional code listed. If you should
have any additional questions after looking over this travel
guide, contact MWR at (888) 317-6971.
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 Important Resources 
www.satovacations.com/aNAVYgrad
www.bootcamp.navy.mil/families.asp
www.mwrgl.com/gen_info/rtc_graduation/hotels.htm
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 On Base Amenities 
Enter through Main Gate 1 with your Sailor to utilize these services:
 Airfare Reservations:
 MWR Graduation Info Line: (888) 317-6971
 RTC Public Affairs Office: (847) 688-2405
 Official Boot Camp Webpage:
 Base Information, Airefare & Lodging Options:
 Naval Station Great Lakes:
www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnrma/installations/ns_
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AMENITIES LISTING
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Barry Road
Naval Station Great Lakes
1. F
ieldhouse & Indoor Pool, Bldg. 440
(847) 688-3419
Indoor track, basketball courts and pool. Call for hours
of operation.
2. Community Recreation - Information, Tickets &
Travel, Bldg. 400 (Inside the Navy Exchange)
(847) 688-3537
Discount tickets, attraction brochures, and train schedules.
3. N
avy Getaways RV Park
1-877-NAVY-BED (6289-233)
E-mail: ngis@mwrgl.com
RV spaces with 30 AMP service and lakefront views. DoD
eligibility required.
4. Great Lakes Library, Bldg. 617
(847) 688-4617
Books, magazines, and computer lab.
5. Navy Gateway Inns & Suites, Bldg. 62
(847) 688-6675
Accommodations for active and retired military personnel.
6. Sam Adams Restaurant & Brew Pub, Bldg. 140
(847) 688-6946
Serving lunch and dinner.
7. Great Lakes Fitness Center, Bldg. 2A
(847) 688-5649
Health and fitness center.
8. P
ost Office, Bldg. 112
USPS stamps and shipping services.
9. U
SO, Bldg. 27
(847) 688-5591
Recreation center for service members.
10. Fleet & Family Service Center, Bldg. 26
(847) 688-3603
Support services for military and eligible family members.
11. Great Lakes Naval Museum, Bldg. 42
(847) 688-3154
Free to the public. Collection consists of over 40,000
historic artifacts.
12. Visitor Center, Bldg. 6130
Visitor passes/registration for base visitors.
13. Ross Theater, Bldg. 110
(847) 688-2110 ext. 697
Current movie showings Friday through Sunday.
14. Great Lakes Marina & Outdoor Rental Center, Bldg. 13
(847) 688-5417
Marina, fishing gear, and non-motorized boat rental (seasonal).
15. N
unn Beach
Lake Michigan and beach; swimming when lifeguard
present only.
16. Rynish Entertainment & Bowling Center, Bldg. 180
(847) 688-5612
Bowling, mini golf, billiards, arcade, indoor inflatables,
and more!
RTC GRADUATION FAMILY & FRIENDS HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
 Area Hotel Map 
Continental Breakfast
$59 - $99
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Outdoor Pool
$53 - $81
$65 - $105
$84 - $129
Indoor Pool
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$89 - $129
$55 - $130
$55 - $79.95
$69.99 - $104
$49.99 - $64.99
$89 - $159
Rate
Shuttle to Base +
Miles from O’Hare
# Hotel Name
1 Holiday Inn Libertyville
2 Days Inn Great Lakes
3 America’s Best Value Inn
4 Sleep Inn Lake Bluff
5 Motel 6 Waukegan
6 Homewood Suites
Lincolnshire
7 Red Carpet Inn
8 Red Roof Inn
9 Courtyard Marriott
Waukegan
10 Days Inn Libertyville
Days Inn Great Lakes
Only 1.5 miles to RTC Graduation!
HOTEL JUST 5.6 MILES AWAY FROM BASE.
Miles from Base
 Rate based on availability and subject to change
without notice. Tax is not included.
 Limited Service
 Adjacent
 Hot Buffet
 Base shuttle is to graduation ceremony only,
unless otherwise noted.
HOLIDAY INN
EXPRESS & SUITES
FOR RESERVATIONS:
1-847-549-7878
COMPLIMENTARY:
NEWLY RENOVATED!
breakfast buffet, heated indoor
saltwater pool, newly equipped
fitness center, business center,
cable, Wi-Fi and parking.
FREE SHUTTLE TO/FROM
NAVY GRADUATION
77 W. Buckley Road. Libertyville, IL 60048
just west from the I-94 exit for Buckley Road/Il-137
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(847) 887-9000
daysinngreatlakesilhotels.com
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 Free shuttle to/from graduation
 Free continental breakfast
 Family suites
 Full cable - 75 channels (with HBO)
 All rooms have fridge, iron, hairdryer & coffee maker
 Free high speed internet
 Shuttle to/from Six Flags Great America with
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discounted tickets
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Rooms starting at $55 + tax
411 S. Green Bay Road | (847) 244-6100 Waukegan
TOLL FREE RESERVATIONS: 1-888-544-BEST
www.abvi.com
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 FREE breakfast bar w/ hot waffles RATES
STARTING AT
 FREE high speed internet
 FREE 24-hour coffee & tea
+ Tax
 FREE business center
 100% non-smoking
 Full 75-channel cable w/ HBO & ESPN
3000 N. Skokie Hwy | Lake Bluff, IL 60044
 All rooms have hair dryer, irons, & coffee makers
RESERVATIONS
 Coming soon: flat panel TV, fitness center, &
guest laundry
 Selected rooms w/ microwave
Mention discount code: “L34”
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New paint, flooring, and bedding!
3250 Bittersweet Ave
Lake Bluff, IL. 60044
(847) 578-9900
• 1.5 miles to graduation
• FREE hot sausage & egg breakfast
• FREE high speed wireless internet
• Shuttle service to graduation for a minimal fee
• Call for assistance with airport transportation
• 32” flat panel TVs
SPECIAL PROMO CODE “LNAVY”
Best Price Online at www.bookLNAVY.com
www.sleepinnlakebluff.com
We serve those who serve.
LINCOLNSHIRE
Rooms starting at
49.99
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Award-winning hotel with one & two
bedroom suites with separate bedroom,
living room and full kitchens
FREE TRANSPORTATION TO/FROM GRADUATION!
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• Only four miles from Navy Base,
Six Flags, Gurnee Mills Mall
• Outdoor heated pool (seasonal)
• Pets are welcome, 1st Pet
stays free
• Free morning coffee
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• Free high-speed Wi-Fi
• 40" LED flat screen TV
w/ HBO & ESPN
• Microwave/fridge in all rooms
• Large family suite available
Complimentary full hot breakfast
Complimentary dinner and drinks (M-Th)
FOR RESERVATIONS, PLEASE CALL
(847) 336-9000
www.motel6.com
& search for Hotel #4359
Oversized outdoor patio with lounge
seating, grill & fire pit
For reservations call 847-945-9300
chicagolincolnshire.homewoodsuites.com
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SPECIAL NAVY GRADUATION
RATE STARTING AT $65.00
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For Reservations Call 847-623-1400 or 800-RED-ROOF
to Chicago
3031 Belvidere Rd. Waukegan, IL 60085 Phone: (847) 623-1400 Fax: (847) 623-0686
 Airfare Reservations 
 Other Area Hotels 
Graduation Rates from $
1 Person 1 Bed
1809 N. Milwaukee Ave
Libertyville, IL 60048
All rooms equipped with:
Hairdryer
In-room coffee maker
Iron and ironing board
 Area Restaurants/Attractions 
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Libertyville
Restaurants in walking distance
Few miles from navy base
Outdoor heated pool (Summer)
F 24-hr Coffee
R Wireless Internet
E Local telephone calls
E Deluxe continental breakfast
We Support Our Troops
Free Shuttle to Navy Graduation
Free High-Speed Wireless Internet
Free Hot Coffee 24 Hours a Day
Large Deluxe Rooms with Micro/Fridge
24 Hour Fitness Center
Interior Corridors
Walking Distance to Restaurants and Lounge
Gurnee Mills • 847-855-7800 • www.rainforestcafe.com
Pets welcome for a small fee
5 miles from Six Flags, Gurnee
Mills and Hawthorne Mall
MILITARY GRADUATES EAT FREE ON GRADUATION DAY!*
*Purchase one entrée and receive the second, of equal or lesser value, for free.
Must be in uniform and show a valid military ID.
CALL 847.816.8006
RAINFOREST OFFERS 10% OFF EVERY DAY
FOR ALL MILITARY PERSONNEL!*
http://www.daysinn.com/hotel/13906
*Not valid with any other discount, offer or promotion. Valid at Gurnee Mills location.
 Residence Inn by Marriott - Waukegan
1440 S. White Oak Drive | Waukegan, IL 60085
For Reservations: (847) 689-9240
 Hampton Inn & Suites - Libertyville
2061 Shell Drive | Libertyville, IL 60048
For Reservations: (847) 782-8828
 Baymont Inn - Gurnee
5430 Grand Ave | Gurnee, IL 60031
For Reservations: (847) 782-0890
 Navy Gateway Inns & Suites (NGIS)*
Naval Station Great Lakes
For Reservations: (847) 688-6675
 Navy Getaways RV Park*
Naval Station Great Lakes
For Reservations: (847) 688-6675
* Valid Military ID required for use.
Visit www.dodlodging.net for full list of requirements.
 Local Airport 
FLYING TO
GRADUATION?
FLYinto MILWAUKEE’S AIRPORT
N A SHORT, EASY DRIVE
FROM BASE
N $32 LESS
On Average
THAN O’HARE
N All the MAJOR AIRLINES
INCL. SOUTHWEST & DELTA
FLYMKE.COM/NAVAL
MKE
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