2nd Bn 196th Regiment - South Dakota Regional Training Institute

2nd Bn 196th Regiment - South Dakota Regional Training Institute Regional Training Institute for the South Dakota Army National Guard.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Sgt. 1st Class Jeremy Brady of Montevideo, Minn., Sgt. 1st Class Jon Gohn of Lakeville, Minn., and S...
07/22/2020

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Sgt. 1st Class Jeremy Brady of Montevideo, Minn., Sgt. 1st Class Jon Gohn of Lakeville, Minn., and Staff Sgt. Brent Weidler (Retired) of Sioux Falls, instructors with the South Dakota Army National Guard's 2nd Battalion, 196th Regiment (Regional Training Institute), receive the Basic Army Instructor Badge from Lt. Col. Martin Yost, commander, 2nd Battalion, 196th RTI, July 19. Instructors must teach at least 80 hours of instruction as the primary instructor after completing all instructor certification requirements to earn the badge. These Soldiers effectively applied various instructional methods of training to facilitate learning and present dynamic instruction. (U.S. Army National Guard photos by Staff Sgt. Bierman)

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Brent Weidler of Sioux Falls, served as an instructor with the South Dakota Army National Guard's 2...
07/21/2020

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Brent Weidler of Sioux Falls, served as an instructor with the South Dakota Army National Guard's 2nd Battalion, 196th Regiment (Regional Training Institute), and retired with 20 years of outstanding service with the South Dakota Army National Guard.

During Weidler’s retirement ceremony held on July 19 in Sioux Falls, Lt. Col. Yost, commander of the 2nd Battalion, presents Weidler with the United States Flag, the Army Retired Soldier for Life lapel button, and expressed appreciation for his dedicated and honorable service to our country. He also received a coin of appreciation to honor his 20 years of dedicated and outstanding service from Governor Kristi Noem. Weidler’s family members and friends attended the retirement ceremony.

Weidler enlisted in the Army on May 3, 2000 as a 13P Fire Directions Control Specialist with Detachment 1 Battery 1st Battalion 147th Field Artillery in Sioux Falls. Weidler was mobilized to Fort Sill, Oklahoma in March 2003. He was attached to C Battery 1st Battalion 147th Field Artillery in Yankton, as then C Battery 2nd Battalion 147th Field Artillery in Redfield. He was deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom in December 2003, and deployed to Kuwait in 2009. Weidler’s dedication and service is sincerely appreciated. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Bierman)

U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Neal Stratman of Sioux Falls, served as a full-time administrative non-commissioned officer and...
07/19/2020

U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Neal Stratman of Sioux Falls, served as a full-time administrative non-commissioned officer and instructor with the South Dakota Army National Guard's 2nd Battalion, 196th Regiment (Regional Training Institute), and retired with over 26 years of outstanding service with the South Dakota Army National Guard.

During Stratman’s retirement ceremony, held on July 17 in Sioux Falls, Lt. Col. Yost, commander of the 2nd Battalion, presents Stratman with the United States Flag, the Army Retired Soldier for Life lapel button, and expressed appreciation for his dedicated and honorable service to our country. He also received a coin of appreciation to honor his 26 years of dedicated and outstanding service from Governor Kristi Noem. Stratman received multiple gifts from members of the RTI including a model replica of an M270A1 Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) made of mahogany with personalized engravings, a personalized shadow box, a commemorative flag, as well as other items as an appreciation for Stratman’s service, loyalty and dedication to the South Dakota Army National Guard.

Stratman enlisted in the military on May 26, 1993, completed Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training, and assigned as a Light Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic. He attended 13B Field Artillery Cannon Crewmember course and served three years on a Howitzer crew before the unit reorganized into 13M Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS). Stratman was selected for the Army Active Duty Guard and Reserve program in May 1999 where he worked full-time for the South Dakota Army National Guard. He served several years with both B Battery, 1st Battalion, 147th Field Artillery in Salem and B Battery, 2nd Battalion, 147th Field Artillery in Aberdeen, before transferring to the Regional Training Institute in Sioux Falls. He was mobilized in February 2003 to Fort Sill, OK, deployed in 2006 in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, as well as a second deployment to Kuwait in 2009. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Bierman)

U.S. Army Sgt. Joseph Bakker of Minneapolis, Minnesota receives the Army Commendation Medal for meritorious service with...
07/19/2020

U.S. Army Sgt. Joseph Bakker of Minneapolis, Minnesota receives the Army Commendation Medal for meritorious service with the South Dakota Army National Guard 2nd Battalion, 196th Regiment (Regional Training Institute). His wealth of knowledge in Physical Readiness Training and Fitness programming as a Cross-Fit Level 1 instructor, as well as his civilian education as an Occupational Therapist, was a critical asset for the RTI. Bakker’s detailed coaching of the Army Combat Fitness Test events was invaluable in the certification process of the 38 Soldiers. Bakker’s diligence and method of instruction continued to have an exponential impact of the SDARNG’s mission. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Bierman)

U.S. Army Lt. Col. Martin Yost, outgoing commander for the South Dakota Army National Guard's 2nd Battalion, 196th Regim...
07/19/2020

U.S. Army Lt. Col. Martin Yost, outgoing commander for the South Dakota Army National Guard's 2nd Battalion, 196th Regiment (Regional Training Institute), receives the Meritorious Service Medal from Col. Patrick Stapleton in Sioux Falls, July 17. The award was presented to Yost for meritorious service and steadfast leadership as commander of the RTI. Yost’s command philosophy positively influenced 14 different Field Artillery RTI’s, impacting 582 Soldiers, opening the door to increased efficiency of doctrinal methods and increasing the Army readiness platform.
Yost served as commander of the RTI for two years. His leadership produced consecutive Superior Unit Awards and his guidance increased the RTI number of courses by 70% while maintaining 100% graduation rate for two years. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Bierman)

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Lt. Col. Greg Darlow, of Rapid City, is the new commander of the South Dakota Army National Guard's ...
07/19/2020

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Lt. Col. Greg Darlow, of Rapid City, is the new commander of the South Dakota Army National Guard's 2nd Battalion, 196th Regiment (Regional Training Institute) in Sioux Falls.

Lt. Col. Darlow assumes command of the unit July 20 from Lt. Col. Martin Yost, who commanded the battalion since October 1, 2018.

“I am humbled and honored that the leadership of the SDARNG bestowed the privilege of commanding the outstanding Soldiers of the 2-196th RTI.” Darlow said after accepting command. “LTC Martin Yost had an incredible command and I want to thank him for leading this battalion and exceeding the standards at every level. I look forward to serving with the men and women of the 2-196th RTI, as well as providing the very best training and education to all Soldiers to meet the ever-increasing demands that face our state and nation.”

Lt. Col. Darlow currently serves as the full-time Deputy G4 at Joint Force Headquarters for the South Dakota Army National Guard, where he oversees supply, logistics, and surface maintenance sections for the SDARNG. He has been a member of the SDARNG since October 20, 1988.

Lt. Col. Yost, the departing commander, is being assigned to the 196th Movement Enhancement Brigade where he will be part of their upcoming mobilization. Yost serves as the full-time Director of Construction Facilities Management Officer for the South Dakota Army National Guard, which encompasses all construction and repairs for facilities managed by the SDARNG. He has been a member of the SDARNG since August 5, 1985.

"Since assuming command of the 2-196th in October of 2018, I have observed the Soldiers of the battalion and Soldiers from across the United States that we have trained and I have been extremely impressed by their abilities and performance of our Instructors and Soldiers," outgoing commander, Yost stated. "The 2-196th Battalion maximized training opportunities by utilizing the Operational Environment Concept by teaching and instructing students to be able to accomplish missions across a broad spectrum of operations to prepare them for all their State and Federal missions. This command was an enormously uplifting and rejuvenating experience for me and I appreciate the opportunity to serve with the finest Soldiers as the Commander of the 2-196th RTI."

The RTI provides a model environment for training future leaders for the Army National Guard and provides general instruction on a variety of military courses. This mission and operation increase readiness levels of units throughout the Department of Defense. (U.S Army National Guard Photo by Staff Sgt. Bierman)

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Daniel Noeldner of Sioux Falls, was promoted to the rank of sergeant first class in the South Dakota...
06/09/2020

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Daniel Noeldner of Sioux Falls, was promoted to the rank of sergeant first class in the South Dakota Army National Guard’s 2nd Battalion, 196th Regiment (Regional Training Institute) in Sioux Falls, June 5.

Noeldner has been a member of the SDARNG since March 2004. The promotion brings a new position serving as a 13M Senior Instructor. Noeldner came to the RTI from Alpha Battery 1/147th Field Artillery in Aberdeen and served as a Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Crewmember for sixteen years. Noeldner has also served on active duty during Operation Enduring Freedom from 2006-2007 and Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2009-2010.

In civilian life, Noeldner is a Specialty Service Field Manager for Renew Energy and Maintenance. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Bierman)

BROOKINGS, S.D. – U.S. Army Master Sgt. Randy Pryor of Plankinton, Sgt. 1st Class Burton Glover of Aberdeen, and Staff S...
06/08/2020

BROOKINGS, S.D. – U.S. Army Master Sgt. Randy Pryor of Plankinton, Sgt. 1st Class Burton Glover of Aberdeen, and Staff Sgt. Sarah Bierman of Mansfield, instructors with the South Dakota Army National Guard's 2nd Battalion, 196th Regiment (Regional Training Institute), receive the Basic Army Instructor Badge from Lt. Col. Martin Yost, commander, 2nd Battalion, 196th RTI, in Brookings, S.D., June 7. Instructors must teach at least 80 hours of instruction as the primary instructor after completing all instructor certification requirements to earn the badge. These Soldiers effectively applied various instructional methods of training to facilitate learning and present dynamic instruction. (U.S. Army National Guard photos by Staff Sgt. Bierman and Sergeant Baker)

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – The South Dakota Army National Guard's 2nd Battalion, 196th Regiment (Regional Training Institute), ...
06/08/2020

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – The South Dakota Army National Guard's 2nd Battalion, 196th Regiment (Regional Training Institute), conducted weapons qualification, Sioux Falls, June 5.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - Eleven Soldiers participated in the Common Faculty Development Instructor Course (CFD-IC) virtually ...
05/29/2020

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - Eleven Soldiers participated in the Common Faculty Development Instructor Course (CFD-IC) virtually from May 12-21, conducted by the 2nd Battalion, 196th Regiment (Regional Training Institute), Sioux Falls, S.D. This was the first time the course was conducted virtually through CISCO WebEx, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and inability to conduct courses in a classroom environment. The virtual classroom experience captured a new perspective for the students to learn and present in a different learning environment. Graduates of this course are awarded instructor certification, Additional Skill Identifier (ASI) 8. CFD-IC is a ten-day/80-hour course designed for new faculty (e.g. instructors, trainers, and facilitators). It is a competency-based course: the learning objectives are based on internationally recognized instructor competencies published by the International Board of Standards for Training, Performance, and Instruction. The course prepares new faculty to teach, train, and facilitate learning in an adult learning environment. Students of this course are evaluated on their ability to present to the class, utilizing different methods of instruction. (U.S Army National Guard Photos by Capt. Betsy Schaefer)

Chief Instructor: Master Sgt. Goldammer; Course Manager: Sgt. 1st Class Glover; Course Instructors: Sgt. 1st Class Gohn, Staff Sgt. Hurney, Staff Sgt. Bierman, and Capt. Schaefer; Guest Instructors: Sgt. 1st Class Schaefers and Staff Sgt. Jensen

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Mike Magorian, of Menominee, N.E, was promoted to the rank of sergeant first class in the South Dako...
01/14/2020

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Mike Magorian, of Menominee, N.E, was promoted to the rank of sergeant first class in the South Dakota Army National Guard’s 2nd Battalion, 196th Regiment (Regional Training Institute) in Sioux Falls, January 11.

Magorian has been a member of the SDARNG since October 2002. The promotion brings a new position serving as a 13M Senior Instructor. Magorian came to the RTI from Bravo Battery 1/147th Field Artillery in Yankton where he served as an Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Crewmember for thirteen years. Magorian has also served on active duty during Operation Iraqi Freedom from 2005-2006 and again in 2009-2010.

In civilian life, Magorian is a Physical Plant Manager for South Dakota Human Services Center. He resides in Menominee with his wife, Karen, and two children, Wyatt and Jack.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Instructors of South Dakota Army National Guard’s 2nd Battalion, 196th Regiment (Regional Training I...
01/14/2020

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Instructors of South Dakota Army National Guard’s 2nd Battalion, 196th Regiment (Regional Training Institute) in Sioux Falls, January 11, during the promotion ceremory for Sergeant First Class Mike Magorian.

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