Soldiers attending the Army National Guard's Non Career Recruiter Course at the National Guard Professional Education Center on Camp Joseph T. Robinson participated in the 5K open trail race during Minuteman Day 2025, North Little Rock, Ark., Sept. 13, 2025.
Representing Guard units from Pennsylvania, Oregon, California, Colorado, Montana, and Puerto Rico, these Soldiers reflected on their experience tackling the hilly 5K course as part of the annual Arkansas National Guard community event. The race served as both a physical challenge and a team-building opportunity, offering a break from the academic intensity of recruiter school.
(Arkansas Army National Guard video by Staff Sgt. Jake Bailey)
On September 13, 2025, the Arkansas National Guard hosted Minuteman Day. This event was open to Soldiers, their Families, and citizens; and included multiple fitness events, highlighting the partnership between the Guard and the local community.
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