VOLK FIELD, Wis. - Soldiers and Airmen of the Wisconsin National Guard’s Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and high-yield Explosive Enhanced Response Force Package (CERF-P), alongside civilian counterparts, conducted a collective training exercise at Volk Field May 1-3.
The Wisconsin CERF-P, a highly specialized joint Army and Air National Guard unit, undergoes external re-evaluation and validation every two to three years. This framework facilitates seamless interoperability, allowing the two forces to blend their distinct expertise and, ultimately, enhance mission success through a unified approach.
“I appreciate the professionalism and the knowledge of the Air Force”, said Capt. Joshua Long, commander of the...
Wisconsin Army National Guard Col. Kurt Southworth, commander of the 64th Troop Command, shakes hands with U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden during his visit to Fort McCoy, Wisconsin, July 17, 2026. Southworth leads one of the Wisconsin Army National Guard’s four major subordinate commands. The 64th Troop Command brigade oversees approximately 1,700 Soldiers and provides direct administrative, logistical, and specialized support across diverse units such as aviation, military police, medical, and transportation. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Alex Soliday)
Wisconsin Army National Guard Soldiers assigned to 1st Battalion, 147th Aviation Regiment, conduct UH-60L Black Hawk medical-hoist training at Kettle Moraine State Park near New Prospect, Wis., March 27, 2026. UH-60L Black Hawk crews can perform hoist rescues at high altitudes in difficult terrain. (U.S. Army video by Staff Sgt. Cesar Salazar Jr.)
