THE OUTPOST - U.S. ARMY YUMA PROVING GROUND

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The latest issue of The Outpost is now available online and will be in racks around post and in Yuma later today. In this issue read about the... read more

The latest issue of The Outpost is now available online and will be in racks around post and in Yuma later today. In this issue read about the characterization test of the Sling mobile mortar system conducted by U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground (YPG). Learn about this system that can be emplaced in less than one minute. Also in this issue: * ATEC General recognizes YPG employee * YPG officer promoted to sergeant * Halo Chapel celebrates new playground with ribbon cutting ceremony * Breaking the silence on domestic violence * Stay alert: driving in the fall is even more dangerous * YPG Fire Department uses fun tools to teach about fire safety * YPG displays impresses at annual Yuma community events * Local Army recruits tour YPG * Employees recognized for years of service * Youth Services center gets a bright mini-makeover These stories and more in The Outpost.  less

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U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground and Yuma Test Center’s workforce supported the three weeks of demonstrations at the 2024 Experimental Demonstration Gateway... read more

U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground and Yuma Test Center’s workforce supported the three weeks of demonstrations at the 2024 Experimental Demonstration Gateway Event held at the proving grounds. In this issue read about the demonstration’s mission. Also in this issue: YPG personnel honor World War II-era Bushmasters ATEC celebrate 25 years of excellence Airborne Test Force Soldier promoted Munitions and Weapons Branch Chief recognized Employees recognized for time of service Employee Spotlight: Sebastian Saarloos, capturing the arctic with his camera Preparing the YPG community for emergencies YPG team spreads awareness about domestic violence and offers resources YPG team pumps out 95,000 pushups for suicide awareness challenge Salsa competition in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month gets spicy  less

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The 2024 iteration of the Future Vertical Lift Cross Functional Team Experimental Demonstration Gateway Event (EDGE) was held at U.S. Army Yuma Proving... read more

The 2024 iteration of the Future Vertical Lift Cross Functional Team Experimental Demonstration Gateway Event (EDGE) was held at U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground for the second consecutive year. In this issue read how the demonstration seeks to optimize the collaborative behaviors of launched effects and unmanned aircraft. Also in this issue: ATEC’s commanding general visits YPG 101st Airborne Division support vital to EDGE 24 Veteran now serves active duty as a civilian Fire Prevention Week: Smoke alarms: Make them work for you! Suicide Prevention awareness and outreach across YPG YPG teams up with first responders to prepare workforce for emergencies Fort Liberty employee takes developmental opportunity in YPG’s moral and welfare division Water delivery to Trigo Mountains area for wildlife These stories and more in The Outpost.  less

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In this issue read about The Bundeswehr, the armed forces of Germany, tested both variants of its recently adopted G95 assault rifle at a Panamanian... read more

In this issue read about The Bundeswehr, the armed forces of Germany, tested both variants of its recently adopted G95 assault rifle at a Panamanian facility often used by U.S. Army Tropic Regions Test Center. Find out why they chose TRTC as opposed to a less-extreme sub-tropical location and what other items they tested at the same time. Also in this issue: Garrison Professional of the Quarter YTC Commander visits Maintenance Team It’s a jungle out there: senior engineer represents YPG in the tropics Garrison Employee Recognition Ceremony Pushup Challenge aims to bring awareness to suicide prevention YPG Firefighters make annual 911 tribute stair climb National Preparedness Month Hispanic Heritage Month Road work on Imperial Dam Road These stories and more in The Outpost.  less

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U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground Technical Director Larry Bracamonte passed away on Aug. 17, 2024, after a battle with cancer. In this issue, we look back at... read more

U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground Technical Director Larry Bracamonte passed away on Aug. 17, 2024, after a battle with cancer. In this issue, we look back at his impact at YPG. Also in this issue: YPG at the forefront of developmental testing Suicide Prevention Month: We are stronger together, connect to protect Army program provides framework to manage workplace safety Two Airborne Test Force Soldiers return to their roots serving at YPG Employee spotlight: Eugene Walters aviation aficionado Yuma Proving Ground firefighter always ready Price Elementary student aces statewide test Youngsters explore developmental test at local event Chaplain’s corner: If things are too easy, we tend to take them for granted IHG Hotels celebrate serving the Army community These stories and more in The Outpost.  less

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U.S. Marines complete the latest System Verification Testing of the Marine Air Defense Integrated System (MADIS) at U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground. Learn how... read more

U.S. Marines complete the latest System Verification Testing of the Marine Air Defense Integrated System (MADIS) at U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground. Learn how MADIS can deter and neutralize unmanned aircraft systems and fixed-wing/rotary-wing aircraft. Also in this issue: • YPG Soldier tops the list of volunteer hours on post • Summer interns get hands on learning at YPG • Who’s the BOSS: Single Soldier program expanding at YPG • Senior leaders address mission workforce • YTC Commander recognizes employees • Metrology and Simulation Division Chief dedicated to service • Antiterrorism Awareness Month outreach • Occupational safety awareness outreach • Summer reading program awards top readers • Price Elementary students head back to school These stories and more in The Outpost.  less