Camp Ripley

06/01/2026

The Adventure begins for hopefuls entering Phase I of the Officer Candidate School OCS program. Under the guidance of the 1st Battalion – 175th Regiment, Regional Training Institute RTI, these candidates are being encouraged by the carde during “The First 100 Yards” event on the Camp Ripley Training Center May. 31, 2026.

The First 100 Yards is more than a physical challenge; it is a leadership laboratory. By placing candidates in demanding situations that require teamwork, communication, and perseverance, OCS cadre can begin the process of developing adaptive, resilient leaders prepared to lead Soldiers in complex environments. The event serves as a powerful reminder that the journey to becoming an Army officer begins not with individual achievement, but with commitment to the team and the mission.

05/28/2026

Join the fun and join the team at the Camp Ripley Training Center!!

Why join our team With a mission that spans the globe the USO provides a rewarding and fulfilling work environment Our team is exceptional and we offer generous paid time off including volunteer days and military leave We have a remarkable 401k match comprehensive benefits and opportunities for trai...

05/27/2026

Sauk Rapids-Rice High School held its first Military Sign-On Day on May 21st, recognizing the young men and women who committed to joining our nation's military. Of the 13 students who made the decision to serve, 10 chose the National Guard.

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05/23/2026

Soldiers of the 1347th Division Sustainment Support Battalion assembled for a unit Change of Command ceremony Wednesday May 20, 2026 on the Camp Ripley Training Center. The ceremony was to welcome the incoming commander, Lt. Col. David Rothstein and to recognize and celebrate the achievements of the unit under the outgoing commander, Lt. Col. Sarah Witt. The Presiding Officer for the ceremony was Col. Joel Stamp, Commander of the 347th Regional Support Group.

05/22/2026

A busy week on the Camp Ripley Training Center as the month of May slips by. In the midst of several units arriving for Annual Training, the staff and employees of Camp Ripley participated in Safety Day, supported by the Minnesota National Guard Safety Team and welcomed USO Minnesota along with Beyond the Yellow Ribbon who partnered to deliver snacks, drinks, and a special treat of Hunter’s Harvest jerky downrange to personally connect with and support our troops where they were training.

05/21/2026

Minnesota National Guard Cavalry Troopers of the 1st Squadron – 94th Cavalry formed up during a unit Change of Command ceremony Saturday May 16, 2026 on the Camp Ripley Training Center. The ceremony was to welcome the incoming commander, Lt. Col. Craig Isaacson and to recognize and rejoice the achievements of the Squadron under the command of the outgoing commander, Lt. Col. Peter Rampaart . The Presiding Officer for the ceremony was Col. Michael Klaphake, Commander of the 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team – 34th Infantry Division.

05/20/2026

The Camp Ripley Training Center continues to welcome local, state a federal partners as all the departments on base work to provide the best resources, space and support for realistic training in a safe and secure environment.

Thank you to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and Hennepin EMS for choosing Camp Ripley!

05/17/2026

Victory and Celebration to our friends from Norway 🇳🇴 as they celebrate Constitution Day!!

May 17 is Norway’s Constitution Day (Syttende Mai), which commemorates the signing of the Norwegian Constitution in 1814.

Skål!!

05/16/2026

HAPPY ARMED FORCES DAY!!

We are enthusiastically proud to have worked with Sam Eckholm, an extremely talented and creative professional as he brings you up close and in the crew seats of the M1A2SEPv3 Abrams Tank. The very same tank operated by Armor Crewmen of the 34th Red Bull Infantry Division.

On this episode of Access Granted, we're taking you inside the the M1 Abrams, to learn what makes this the most lethal battle tank in the world today.► Get Y...