THE OUTPOST - U.S. ARMY YUMA PROVING GROUND
First printed in 1951, the Outpost provides news, information and educational material to the several-thousand-person U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground military and civilian workforce. Published twice each month, nearly all articles in the publication are locally researched and written. Printed copies of the Outpost are available at multiple locations at the proving
ground, in the Yuma community and on the web.
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In this issue:
• Artillery charges improved at U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground
• Keeping safe in the skies: YTC’s Flight Services Division earns... read more
In this issue:
• Artillery charges improved at U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground
• Keeping safe in the skies: YTC’s Flight Services Division earns recognition for safety
• YPG pioneers data literacy course
• YPG Commander talks test capabilities
• YPG engineers teaches students about STEM
• Yuma Test Center (YTC) Employees of the Quarter
• YTC and Garrison employees recognized
• Army Community Services thanks volunteers for their contributions
• Weight room remodeling and new shipments for YPG’s fitness center
• YPG Fitness Center promotes the grind with 1000 lb Club
The Outpost's annual summer hiatus begins with this issue. The next Outpost issue will be released August 4, 2025.
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The June 23rd issue of The Outpost is now available online and will be in racks around post and in Yuma later today.
The U.S. Army recently celebrated... read more
The June 23rd issue of The Outpost is now available online and will be in racks around post and in Yuma later today.
The U.S. Army recently celebrated it’s 250th Birthday. In this issues see how the Yuma community came together to celebrate.
Also in this issue:
• Battle of Mogadishu veteran speaks at Halo Chapel
• YPG Halo Chapel welcomes new religious service officer
• Ultra-competitive employees complete 250 Challenge in marathon session
• YPG Step-challenge winners
• New documentary reflects on YPG’s importance to Army history
• Unbroken legacy: Half-track replica at Yuma Proving Ground honors the ‘Greatest Generation’
• Army childcare employees now receive 100% discount on childcare
• YPG and AWC: meeting educational needs
• Kickoff summer pool party at the pool
These stories and more in The Outpost
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In this special issue commemorating the Army's 250th birthday, reflect on the 82-year history of U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground (YPG) and its decades of... read more
In this special issue commemorating the Army's 250th birthday, reflect on the 82-year history of U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground (YPG) and its decades of excellence testing on behalf of the American warfighter. Join YPG in celebrating the 250th on June 14, 2025 at Colorado River State Historic Park, 201 North 4th Avenue, Yuma from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
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In this issue read about:
• Eye in the sky, Yuma Test Center uses drones to capture test data
• YPG Airborne Soldier earns ATEC’s NCO of The... read more
In this issue read about:
• Eye in the sky, Yuma Test Center uses drones to capture test data
• YPG Airborne Soldier earns ATEC’s NCO of The Year
• New commander at Special Operations Aviation Command flight detachment
• YPG’s Fitness Center hosts The Murph: Soldiers step up to challenge
• Yuma Proving Ground employee awards and recognitions
• Yuma Test Center Commander recognizes employees
• Strong partnership benefits YPG and MCAS Yuma
• Army’s 250th Birthday Celebration plans
These stories and more in The Outpost.
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The Outpost is the official newspaper of U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground, published continuously since 1951. In this issue:
• C-sUAS demo innovates at... read more
The Outpost is the official newspaper of U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground, published continuously since 1951. In this issue:
• C-sUAS demo innovates at U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground
• YPG supports large Marine Corps training
• Secretary of the Army visits YPG’s Arctic Test Center
• YPG engineer participates in immersive Army leadership program
• Flowers laid on memorial site for Israeli Soldiers at YPG
• Foreign partners learn about YPG’s capabilities
• YPG hosts neighboring government agencies
• YPG veterinary facility collaborates with community to combat rabies
• S.A.F.E. event shares resources available to Soldiers and their Families
• Chaplain’s Corner: Strive to be primed by positivity
• YPG hosts Bring Your Child to Work Day
These stories and more in The Outpost
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In this issue read about:
• Test Vehicle Operators: Driving the mission at Yuma Test Center
• Yuma Proving Ground hosts training for Southern Border... read more
In this issue read about:
• Test Vehicle Operators: Driving the mission at Yuma Test Center
• Yuma Proving Ground hosts training for Southern Border mission
• Yuma Test Center Employees of the Quarter
• ATEC Commanding General presents award to long-time test officer
• ATEC Commanding General visits the workforce
• Full enforcement of concurrent jurisdiction begins soon
• Antiterrorism Awareness: Reporting drones
• Boy scout visits YPG fire station to earn merit badge
• YPG’s Big Guns temporarily moved for road construction
• Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month outreach efforts
These stories and more in The Outpost.
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