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:
• Airborne Soldiers train for water jumps
• Tropic Regions Test Center boasts decades of institutional knowledge
• Local Army recruits... read more
In this issue:
• Airborne Soldiers train for water jumps
• Tropic Regions Test Center boasts decades of institutional knowledge
• Local Army recruits visit YPG
• YPG and YTC Commanders recognize employees
• Price welcomes new principal
• Highway 95 being prepped for widening
• MWR food service at your fingertips
• September is National Preparedness Month
• Antiterrorism Awareness Month outreach
• Law enforcement informs YPG workforce on local dangers
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In this issue:
• YTC acquires new laser cleaning capability
• All-Range Tactical Clothing system tested at Yuma Test Center
• YPG Command team visit... read more
In this issue:
• YTC acquires new laser cleaning capability
• All-Range Tactical Clothing system tested at Yuma Test Center
• YPG Command team visit ARTC
• Motorists: Be cautious of burros
• Heartwarming visit for late commander’s daughter, granddaughter
• Environmental Protection team spruce up entrance to the BROC
• YTC Commander recognizes employees
• Hunters help sustain YPG wildlife conservation efforts
• Chaplain’s Corner: God turns a bad ordeal into good
• Salsa contest brings the heat
• Students head back to school
These stories and more in The Outpost.
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The Outpost's annual summer hiatus is over and the Aug. 4, issue is now available. In this issue:
• New U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground Command Sgt. Maj.... read more
The Outpost's annual summer hiatus is over and the Aug. 4, issue is now available. In this issue:
• New U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground Command Sgt. Maj. ready to lead
• Army and Marines: training together, making stronger ties
• Yuma Proving Ground hosts Army recruits
• Combat vehicle testing essential to Army continuous transformation efforts
• YPG commander keynotes Independence Day celebration, Soldiers recognized
• ACS celebrates 60 years of supporting Soldiers and their Families
• Operation Homefront provides backpacks and supplies to children of military
• ACS’s Lending Closet fills the gap before and after PCS moves
• YTC Commander awards ASET team
• Vacation Bible School at YPG’s Halo Chapel serves up fun and friendship
• YPG Public Roadway Survey
These stories and more in The Outpost.
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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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