Help/questions with: BOLC TDY enroute to first assignment (PCS to Hawaii)
I'm a new LT and soon go to EBOLC for 6 months (including holiday block leave). I have UB and HHG along with shipment of POV in my orders. But I'm not sure where to start to initiate those.
I want to plan timelines on when to ship things in order for them to arrive in Hawaii when I get there. My questions/concerns are:
Am I able to have the movers grab my HHG and UB from my home of record while I am physically away at BOLC? I was told it takes 10 weeks and I want to mitigate as much waiting for my shipments when I get to Hawaii.
Should I report to Hawaii as soon as I can since I am able to arrive 30 days before my report date? I understand this is a personal question, but in preference to ease as much of the moving and settling-in headache, I assume this is the way to go. --If I don't, will it be using my leave and potentially go negative?
How were other's experiences with this process and finding an off-base apartment and roommate in Hawaii? I'm looking to live in Mililani.
Generally during HBL, will my leaves be utilized and go negative or is it like a pass?
Where or when can I find out my sponsor or POC for any of my concerns? I assume I'll find out once at BOLC.
Any help or input is appreciated. If others have experiences and recommendations, I'd greatly appreciate them as well.