Units in South Dakota
[1] 129th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment - Rapid City
[2] South Dakota National Guard Public Affairs - Rapid City
[3] 28th Bomb Wing Public Affairs - Ellsworth AFB

Recent Image Galleries

[3] Mackay Trophy - (02-17-2010)
Capt. Louis "Salami" Heidema, 37th Bomb Squadron weapons systems officer and BONE 23 crew member,... (0 images)

[3] Getting Ready - (12-04-2009)
Senior Airman William Knight, 28th Security Forces dog handler, prepares Rex, the military workin... (0 images)

[3] Suspect Caught - (11-25-2009)
(Left) Airman 1st Class Keith Croteau, and Airman 1st Class Stephanie Gonzelz, 28th Security Forc... (0 images)

[3] 34th Bomb Squadron Aircrew Prepa... - (11-24-2009)
Maj. Chris Lovegren, 34th Bomb Squadron pilot, operates the Beyond Line Of Sight system of a B-1B... (0 images)

[3] Sparks Fly - (11-20-2009)
Senior Airman Nathan Schroeder, 28th Maintenance Squadron metals technology journeyman, welds a c... (0 images)

[3] Maintaining the B-1 - (11-13-2009)
Airman 1st Class Byron Wright, 28th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, performs a post-fli... (0 images)

[3] Maintaining the B-1 - (11-13-2009)
A B-1B Lancer sits on the flightline while receiving a post-flight inspection, Nov. 9. The B-1 ca... (0 images)

[3] Ellsworth Airmen Repair Speakers - (11-13-2009)
Airman 1st Class Austin Bass, 28th Communications Squadron ground radio technician, unscrews the ... (0 images)

[3] Ellsworth Airmen Activity - (11-13-2009)
Airman 1st Class Richard Redick, 28th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, braves inclement ... (0 images)

[3] FOD Walk at Ellsworth AFB - (11-13-2009)
Members of the 28th Bomb Wing perform a Foreign Object Damage walk on the Ellsworth AFB flightlin... (0 images)

[1] Golden Coyote Training Exercise ... - (06-12-2009)
Soldiers attending Combat Lifesaver Certification Courses during the 2009 Golden Coyote training ... (0 images)

[1] Observer Controllers Enhance Gol... - (06-14-2009)
Staff Sgt. Mark Moore, an observer, controller/trainer with the 1/383rd Training Support Battalio... (0 images)

[1] Fuelers Keep Vehicles Rolling Du... - (06-11-2009)
Pfc. Jess Krantz, a Watertown, S.D., native, refuels a 915 tractor-trailer. Krantz, a petroleum s... (0 images)

[1] Retired Chaplain Fills Soldiers'... - (06-11-2009)
Col. Herbert Cleveland, retired chaplain, and Sgt. 1st Class Kristi Palmer talk after the Golden ... (0 images)

[2] Golden Coyote 2009 - (06-14-2009)
The 615th Transportation Battalion of Springer, N.M., tested their driving skills, June 10, at th... (0 images)

News Stories

[3] Staying fit during the holidays
With the holidays around the corner, Airmen can enjoy family feasts without worrying about expanding their waistline and jeopardizing their physical training test score.
(11/20/09)

[3] Fit to fight: how to find motivation
As the new Air Force physical training test centers on creating a fitness lifestyle, Airmen are finding different sources of motivation sustain their desired fitness level.
(11/13/09)

[3] Fit to fight: engage your abs
As the new physical training test challenges Air Force members to better develop and maintain a fitness lifestyle, the Bellamy Fitness Center staff encourage Airmen to develop their core muscles to help earn maximum points on the sit-up portion of the test.
(11/6/09)

[3] CMSAF Roy visits Ellsworth Airmen
The 16th chief master sergeant of the Air Force visited Ellsworth Air Force Base Oct. 21 and 22 to tour the installation and speak with Ellsworth members about education, deployments, fitness and family support.
(10/23/09)

[3] Fit to fight: the perfect pushup
As Air Force members continue to prepare themselves for the increased frequency and updated scoring of the new physical training test, Airmen at Ellsworth can use Bellamy Fitness Center resources to develop a total-body workout that improves overall fitness and helps earn maximum points on the push-up portion of the test.
(10/23/09)

[3] Fit to fight: built for speed
With the new physical training test focusing more on the mile and a half run, Airmen are utilizing programs and workouts created by the Bellamy Fitness Center staff to improve their run time and overall cardiovascular health.
(10/13/09)

[1] Engineers of the 200th train on new bridge system

Following on the heels of rafting National Guard Soldiers across the Missouri River, the 200th Engineer Company, from Pierre with Detachment 1 in Chamberlain, and Detachment 2 in Mobridge, assembled a pair of heavy dry span bridges for the second time during the 25th annual Golden Coyote training exercise in the Black Hills of South Dakota, June 6-20.

(06/14/09)

[2] Truck rodeo tests military driver skills

The 615th Transportation Battalion of Springer, N.M., is hosting the truck rodeo from June 9-16 at the alert pad on Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D.
(06/13/09)

[2] Future National Guard leaders undergo training, development
Officer candidates from around the country have converged at Fort Meade to undergo training and development that will help shape them into the future leaders of the Army National Guard.
(06/12/09)

[1] Observer Controllers enhance Golden Coyote training

Over the past several years, observer controller/trainers from 1st Army have been integrated into the annual Golden Coyote training exercise that takes place in the Black Hills of South Dakota every June.
(06/12/09)

[2] Retired Chaplain fills Soldiers' cups with hope, strength and prayer

Attendees at the second annual Golden Coyote Prayer Breakfast filled their breakfast cups with hope and strength at the Camp Rapid Chapel on June 8.
(06/11/09)

[1] Golden Coyote training exercise certifies combat lifesavers

More than 600 Soldiers are scheduled to receive instruction in valuable medical lifesaving skills by attending the combat lifesaver course offered as a training opportunity to units participating in the 25th Golden Coyote training exercise taking place from 6-20 June in the Black Hills of South Dakota.
(06/10/09)

[1] Fuelers keep vehicles rolling during Golden Coyote

Petroleum specialists with Company A, 139th Brigade Support Battalion from Watertown and Redfield, S.D., are currently keeping vehicles full of fuel during the 25th annual Golden Coyote training exercise in the Black Hills.
(06/8/09)

[2] National Guard to host 25th annual Golden Coyote exercise
The South Dakota National Guard will be hosting it's 25th annual Golden Coyote training exercise in the southern Black Hills, June 6 – 20, providing relevant training opportunities in support of overseas contingency operations and homeland defense.

(06/7/09)

[1] Theater Security Cooperation program helps improve coalition relations

Four Kenyan soldiers received a taste of how the U.S. runs several specialty schools this week at Fort Benning, Ga., as part of the Theater Security Cooperation (TSC) program.
(05/4/07)

Recent Publications

	[2] 06.16.2009		[2] 06.14.2009 Time is running out...; First Army expands GC role; This is how we rodeo; Community service at its Army b...
	[2] 06.12.2009 Learn, lead, take action. Military Operations in Urban Terrain drill puts Golden Coyote troops of all different backgrounds in the center of the urban jungle. Making community connections, Unit public affairs representatives serve as extensions of military public affairs by bringing attention to the Army's untold stories. Trans has the drive to go the long haul. Train to save. Combat Lifesavers put to test. A little bit off the top, by the Top, Stephen Colbert, host of the satirical news show "The Colbert Report" on Comedy Central, is taping episodes in Iraq this week. How much do you know about the former Daily Show corresponde...		[2] 06.12.2009 No beach out of reach; We were there; Fueling the Golden Coyote fo...
	[2] 06.08.2009 Golden Coyote 2009; Rapid Creek source of sustainment; Hydration is key to surviva...		[1] 01.07.2007 More Than Just A Team; Combat Lifesaver (CLS); Solider Gets Married; A Night Off; "TOPS" Cor...
	[2] 07.01.2005 Joint Thunder returns to Hills; Former S.D. Soldier credits OIF hero; Soldiers receive more health benefits; New Soldiers New Program Fewer Losses Training for Basic; Guard, Reserves boost new recruit age cut-off; Marksmen gather for annual shooting competition; Soldiers and Sailors train for joint mission; Operation Cares helps Guard families in n...		[2] 09.01.2005 129th supports Hurricane Katrina relief efforts; 129th supports Hurricane Katrina relief efforts; Guard Soldiers eligible to receive new award; OCS program graduates three, starts training four more; 196th Regional Training Institute; Operation Sand Castle: Rebuilding the levees; Task Force Coyote impacting relief efforts; Charlie Battery, 1st Bn, 147th deploys to Iraq; National Guard/Reserve assist in civilian capacity; ODT increases readiness for 665 Soldiers; Officer Symposium generates awaren...
	[2] 05.01.2005 Engineers continue lineage of service; Artillery unit helps secure Iraq's future; Engineers search for hidden IEDs; 153rd Soldiers reflect on Najaf mission; Artillerymen fire care at Iraqis; 216th Fire Fighters return h...		[2] 12.01.2004 109th Engineer Group heads Task Force Coyote; Local engineers receive 25th ID combat patch; Guardsmen help bridge language barrier; Starting from ground zero: Provincial Reconstruction Teams build new beginnings; South Dakota soldiers eligible for bonuses; South Dakota guardsman saves child's life; Chaplain guides soldiers in Afghanis...
	[2] 09.01.2004 State honors Korean War veterans; Camp Rapid completes POW, MIA memorial; Guard engineers help rebuild Afghanistan; National Guard supports Korean War; Extended units return to families; State recognizes former POWs, MIAs; Re-enactors make historic jour...		[2] 07.01.2004 State mourns deaths of soldiers; Competition lists winners; Extended soldiers can receive extra money; Families rejoice soldiers' homecoming; 1742nd Transportation returns to families; 1085th trains for fire suppress...
	[2] 11.01.2003 665th Maintenance guards airmen; 109th Engineers return from desert war; Guard doctors head to Iraq; 1085th Medical Co. deploys again; IPC sets stage for upcoming training; South Dakota Guard ranks first in recruit...		[2] 05.01.2004 Troops train for convoy ambushes; Single mom keeps positive outlook during mobilization; 109th Group to be activated; 235th receives welcome home; Guard leader visits troops in Iraq, Kuwait; Engineers depart U.S. soil; Former Adjutant General receives Williamson Award; Volunteers head family supp...
	[2] 11.01.2005 Guard assists state in wake of winter storms; Two South Dakota Guard Soldiers killed, Three more injured in IED attack; CAB award presented posthumously; New Guard incentive recruiting program empowers Soldiers to bring in Soldiers; Charlie Battery celebrates Thanksgiving in Baghdad; 249th aviators return home to flying celebration; 727th Trans Company raises funds for veterans transportation; 842nd Engineers receive meritorious unit citat...

Recent Video

[1] 153rd Engineering Battalion Support the National Forest Service
Package of the 153rd Engineering Battalion supporting the National Forest Service with detonating dangerous parts of the quarry at the Copper Mountain Quarry. Produced by Sgt. Michael Bisson. (06/13/09)

[1] MOUT Training during Golden Coyote 2009
Package of Military Operations in Urbanized Terrain (MOUT) training at West Camp Rapid where they learn how to safely move into buidling and react to enemy resistance. Produced by Pfc. Jacqueline Fitzgerald. (06/13/09)

[1] Dental Mission
SOldiers from the 455th Medical Company providing dental services for the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. Produced by Staff Sgt. Shannon Stone. (06/12/09)

[1] Ordnance Training Copper Mountain Quarry
Package about Headquarters Support Company of the 153rd Engineer Battalion of the S.D. Army National Guard conducting explosive ordnance training. Produced by Sgt. Michael Bisson. Also available in high definition. (06/11/09)

[1] Golden Coyote 2009
Package about Soldiers with the 396th Combat Support Hospital participating in a first aid training lance at West Camp Rapid during the 25th Annual Golden Coyote training exercise. Produced by Staff Sgt. Shannon Crane. (06/9/09)

[1] Mayor of Al Khidr
Talks to a military reporter about the affect the Provincial Reconstruction Team has had on his region, the importance of the new bridge to the people of the area and expresses his appreciation for the work of the PRT. Also see "Walking Bridge B-Roll" in the B-roll section and "Cmdr. Davis" in the Interviews section. (05/9/07)

[1] Anna Prouse - Part 1
Talks to a military reporter in Camp Adder about the role of the Provincial Reconstruction Team she is leading, civilians working with the military to achieve security and mission goals, and the importance of the Iraqi citizens to the success of the PRT missions. Part 1of 2. (05/8/07)

[1] Anna Prouse - Part 2
Talks to a military reporter in Camp Adder about gaining the trust of the local government and working with them to achieve their common goal. Part 2 of 2. (05/8/07)

[1] PRTs Strengthening Communities in Southern Iraq
Package made from "Iraqi Village" and "Walking Bridge" in the B-roll section about Provincial Reconstruction Team members explaining how their mission helps the Iraqi government rebuild and regain control of different provinces. Produced by Spc. Brett Miller. Also see "Richard Riley" and "Wade Weems" in the Interview section. (05/8/07)

[1] Richard Riley - Part 1
Talks to a military reporter in Camp Adder about the strategic objectives of the Provincial Reconstruction Team, his specific role as the deputy team leader of his team, working with professionals from several different countries and the progress being made in the region. Part 1 of 2. (05/8/07)

[1] Richard Riley - Part 2
Talks to a military reporter about the challenges his Provincial Reconstruction Team has encountered and their mission successes. Part 2 of 2. (05/8/07)

[1] Maj. Kulzer
Talks to a military reporter about the importance of having personal and professional relationships between the Provincial Reconstruction Team members and the local government officials, the teams specific projects, who is participating in the Provincial Reconstruction Development Council and having cooperation between the local Iraqis and coalition forces in accomplishing their common goals. (05/8/07)

[1] Walking Bridge B-Roll
B-roll of a newly constructed walking bridge in the Muthanna Province, Iraq. Scenes include military forces interacting with local Iraqis and people using the new bridge. Also see "Cdr. Davis" and "Mayor of Al Khidr" in the Interviews section. (05/8/07)

[1] Cdr. Davis
Talks to a military reporter about building a new bridge for an Iraqi community and working with the Provincial Reconstruction Team and local government on the project. Also see "Walking Bridge B-Roll" in the B-roll section and "Mayor of Al Khidr" in the Interviews section. (05/8/07)

[1] John Manza
Talks to a military reporter about his role in the Provincial Reconstruction Teams of the Muthanna and Dhi Qar Provinces, the projects they are working on and how they select contractors for their projects. (05/8/07)

Recent Audio

[1] River Crossing
South Dakota National Guardsmen can have two careers at once and balance their Soldier life with their civilian life.