THE OUTPOST - U.S. ARMY YUMA PROVING GROUND

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It’s change of command season. In this issue, read about the new commanders for Yuma Test Center and the Military Freefall School. Plus, Arizona Governor... read more

It’s change of command season. In this issue, read about the new commanders for Yuma Test Center and the Military Freefall School. Plus, Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs visits Yuma Proving Ground. Learn what the first governor to visit the proving ground in decades saw and learned. Also in this issue: • Yuma Test Center Employees of the Quarter • Yuma Test Center team lead honored by Yuma Police Department • James D. Price Elementary School replacement update • C-sUAS demo returns to YPG • Yuma's first Army JROTC program led by former MFFS Officer • S1 STEM outreach team visits AWC summer camp • YPG interns recognized with luncheon • Operation Homefront provides backpacks and supplies to children of Soldiers • Halo Chapel hosts VBS • Army Community Services celebrates 59 years of helping • Family Advocacy Program reaches out to community These stories and more in The Outpost.  less

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In this issue, read about the great lengths and heights Yuma Test Center’s Photo Imaging Shop goes to capture still images of items under test. Also in... read more

In this issue, read about the great lengths and heights Yuma Test Center’s Photo Imaging Shop goes to capture still images of items under test. Also in this issue: * YPG celebrates Army’s 249th Birthday * Flight Detachment CW4 retires * YPG Commander keynotes local Juneteenth celebration * Six years of success: YPG summer science camps lauded * Yuma Proving Ground community resources These stories and more in The Outpost. The Outpost will return from summer hiatus on August 5, 2024.  less

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In this issue read about the Ballistic Simulator Bunker designed by a Yuma Test Center engineer and fabricated by the Machine and Welding Shop team. See how... read more

In this issue read about the Ballistic Simulator Bunker designed by a Yuma Test Center engineer and fabricated by the Machine and Welding Shop team. See how this unique bunker provides valuable information about what happens inside the chamber of a weapon system. Also in this issue: • STEM camp at YPG is a hit with students • Instrumentation Division chief reflects on two decades in the field • ATEC Commander’s Initiative Group chief visits YPG • Garrison Employee Recognition Ceremony • YTC Commander recognizes Combined Maintenance Division • PTSD Awareness Month: Breaking the silence and building support • Pops with cops connects community • Splash pad opens for the season  less

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U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground is the Army’s primary personnel and cargo parachute tester, and recently conducted a complex test to expand the... read more

U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground is the Army’s primary personnel and cargo parachute tester, and recently conducted a complex test to expand the effectiveness of currently fielded cargo parachutes. Read about this test in the cover story. Also in this issue: • YPG command team and Soldiers pay tribute during Memorial Day ceremonies • New commander takes reins at U.S. Army Arctic Regions Test Center • Yuma Test Center Commander recognizes employees • The Army's AML uses Human-Machine Integration to boost mass fires • New Highway 95 tank crossing • ‘Yuma 50’ tours Yuma Proving Ground • YPG summer interns arrive • Plan for 249th US. Army Birthday • YPG’s meteorologist talks monsoons • YPG developing STEM kits for schools • Summer fun for Yuma Proving Ground  less

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U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground is the Army’s primary personnel and cargo parachute tester, and recently conducted a complex test to expand the... read more

U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground is the Army’s primary personnel and cargo parachute tester, and recently conducted a complex test to expand the effectiveness of currently fielded cargo parachutes. Read about this test in the cover story. Also in this issue: • YPG command team and Soldiers pay tribute during Memorial Day ceremonies • New commander takes reins at U.S. Army Arctic Regions Test Center • Yuma Test Center Commander recognizes employees • The Army's AML uses Human-Machine Integration to boost mass fires • New Highway 95 tank crossing • ‘Yuma 50’ tours Yuma Proving Ground • YPG summer interns arrive • Plan for 249th US. Army Birthday • YPG’s meteorologist talks monsoons • YPG developing STEM kits for schools • Summer fun for Yuma Proving Ground These stories and more in The Outpost.  less

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In this issue we take you to Alaska where Arctic Regions Test Center welcomed incoming Commander Lt. Col. Brian Karhoff and bid farewell to Lt. Col.... read more

In this issue we take you to Alaska where Arctic Regions Test Center welcomed incoming Commander Lt. Col. Brian Karhoff and bid farewell to Lt. Col. Johnathan Brown in a change of command ceremony. In addition to welcoming a new commander the proving ground also redesignated its name from Cold Regions Test Center to Arctic Regions Test Center. Also in this issue: • YPG tests cutting-edge turret system • YPG Commander recognizes employees during workforce town hall • Standout Yuma Test Center employees • Lu Nguyen: Nearly four decades of testing ammunition • ARTC test officer excels with the rugged professionals • Coffee drive-thru fosters community togetherness • Media leaders tour YPG for better understanding • Arctic Regions provides capabilities tour for brigade • YPG participates in Woodard Jr. High School’s STEM Day • Antiterrorism Corner: Violent extremism awareness • Army Community Services hosts Military Spouse Appreciation event  less