Helena, Mont. – The Montana Army National Guard is providing a limited opportunity for Montanan’s between the ages of 16-32 years of age to experience what being a Soldier is all about during a recruiting event at Fort Harrison from Aug. 7-9, 2020. This training event will be COVID-19 compliant, meeting all Department of Defense and state of Montana requirements, including social distancing.
The Montana Army National Guard Training Center will host the event, coined “Be A Guardsman”. The intent of the program is to allow attendees the opportunity to train like a Soldier for a weekend. In addition to serving their country and their state, National Guard membership brings educational benefits, healthcare benefits, supplemental income, retirement benefits and it provides valuable leadership training and skills that may enhance a Guardsman’s civilian career.
“We are excited to offer young men and women the opportunity to experience what it is like to be a Soldier and showcase some of the training involved. Eligible candidates, to include those with prior service, will observe machine guns on our firing ranges, experience our virtual training simulators and military vehicles to include tanks and helicopters. Participants will also have the chance to challenge themselves on the confidence and rappelling courses,” said Col. Greg Olson, the MTNG Garrison Commander.
This is a free event for all eligible candidates in attendance, however, space is limited. Those interested in attending need to contact their local Montana Army National Guard Recruiter to determine if they are eligible, to register or learn more details. To find your local recruiter, Montanans may use the Montana National Guard phone app available from the Play or Apple App Store via their smartphones, on the internet at https://montanaguard.net/contact, or via the Montana Army National Guard Recruiting and Retention Face Book site at http://www.facebook.com/montanaarmynationalguard.
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