Center of Influencers take a leap of faith
“My heart is racing, but in a good way,” said Vivek Sarin, Executive Officer of Kentucky Cabinet of Economic Development, after his tandem sky dive jump. “Beautiful. Just incredible! It’s so peaceful up there.”...
In plain sight
Fort Knox, Ky., — Fourth Regiment Advanced Camp Cadets train during Group Zero at Schroeder Range, practicing zeroing and sighting their rifle in preparation for weapons qualification at George Blair range...
Map Reading is vital to Soldiers life
FORT KNOX, Ky. – Third Regiment Advanced Camp test their Map Reading skills with a written exam June 13. Each Cadet received a Military Map, protractor, string and written test. This test was pass-fail; Cadets need...
Cadets go on for MILES
FORT KNOX, Ky.—On Saturday, June 9, Cadets were issued their Multiple Laser Integrated Engagement System (MILES) gear to gain combat and mission experience in the Army’s learning-geared version of laser tag. “The...
Cadets qualify with rifle, pursue Recondo Badge
Fort Knox, Ky., — Several 3rd Regiment Advanced Camp Cadets qualified expert on the M4 Rifle at George Blair range, move on in Recondo competition. The pursuit of the Recondo Badge for Advanced Camp Cadets is...
Charlie Company shows CBRN who’s boss
FORT KNOX, Ky.—Advanced Camp 2nd Regiment’s Charlie Company took on the chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) chamber on Friday, June 9. “The propose of the training today is to give the future...
Going into unknown territory requires communication
FORT KNOX, Ky. – 1st Regiment Advanced Camp enter their first day of Field Training Exercise June 10 at Fort Knox. “This training is the first day of our Field Training Exercise 1 and that really brings all of the...
Advanced Camp Cadets qualify at George Blair range
Fort Knox, Ky., — Live fire could be heard throughout the morning as Advanced Camp 3rd Regiment Cadets qualified at George Blair range, part of their marksmans hip education for Cadet Summer Training. Cadet...
Paying it Forward: Cadets Get Their Equipment with Help from Cadre Members
FORT KNOX, KY. – The Cadets of Fourth Regiment Advanced Camp got their equipment for Cadet Summer Training at the Central Issue Facility on June 10. “First, they (cadre members) defined the equipment.,” said Cadet...
Spotted! Basic Camp 2nd Reg at PMI
Fort Knox, Ky.,– Cadets must first learn the basics of handling rifles at Preliminary Marksmanship Instruction before they can begin to fire at the ranges. While at PMI, Cadets will learn how to prepare...
Basic Camp Cadets try their hand at basic marksmanship
Fort Knox, Ky., — Basic Camp 1st Regiment Cadets conducted the Alternate Course Qualification where Cadets are tested on basic marksmanship abilities using M-16 rifles. Many of the Cadets have not shot a gun...
Cadets defend war-torn country
FORT KNOX, Ky,–Squad situational tactical exercises (STX) bring teams together to develop problem solving skills and gain real-life experience through scenario training involving Atropia, a mock city setting....
Basic Camp 3rd regiment arrives, Cadets anxious to begin training
FORT KNOX, Ky.—Cadets in the 3rd regiment of Basic Camp arrived to Building 5919 eager to begin their training. “I’m really excited for doing the rappelling wall and learning more about basic solider skills.” Said...
Cadets Get Prepared for the Field with FieldCraft
FORT KNOX, KY. – Cadets finished the FieldCraft portion of their Cadet Summer Training (CST) on June 7 at Richardson. “We’re starting with the basics so we can get a baseline and see where our Cadets fall within...
Relax, Breathe, Fire
FORT KNOX, Ky. – Cadets of the 2nd Regiment Advanced Camp finish their weapon qualification at Fort Knox, Kentucky June 6. According to the Cadre at the site, the number of Cadets qualified at the practice range...
Practice makes perfect; Cadets practice marksmanship with rifles
FORT KNOX, Ky. – 2nd Regiment Advanced Camp starts their first day at the George Blair weapon range June 5 in Fort Knox, Ky. In order to pass Advanced Camp, Cadets must qualify at marksmanship. “The purpose of...
3rd Regiment Advanced Camp arrives at Fort Knox
Fort Knox, Ky.,– The boots of the Cadets of 3rd Regiment Advanced Camp have touched the ground, and so begins the next 31 days of Cadet Summer Training. The Cadets arrived at in processing where they were...
When in combat, communicate
FORT KNOX Ky. – Day 10 of Basic Camp, Bravo Company worked on Single Channel Ground and Radio Airborne Radio System (SINCGARS) to know how to communicate via FM radio. “[FM Communication Training] is a very...
Cadets learn to work as a team in the Team Development Course
FORT KNOX, Ky. – Day nine of Basic Camp for First Regiment Cadets, they are taught how to work as a team for the first time on June 3rd in Fort Knox, Ky. The Team Development Course is an obstacle course...
Find a Way: Cadets Complete Land Navigation Course
FORT KNOX, KY. – Cadets went through the Land Navigation Course portion of their Cadet Summer Training (CST) at Fort Knox on June 1. “They just go out there with a map, compass and protractor,” said cadre member...
Advanced Camp Cadets tackle Army Physical Fitness Test
Fort Knox, Ky.,– Throughout the duration of Advanced Camp, Cadets are expected to qualify in several different tests throughout Cadet Summer training. The first test Advanced Camp Cadets need to qualify with...
Advanced Camp Cadets hone communication skills at reaction courses
Fort Knox, Ky.,– Second Regiment Advanced Camp Cadets navigated the Field Leadership Reaction Course, a series of obstacles developed to strengthen leadership and teamwork, while also developing critical...
Cadets Complete Call for Fire Training
FORT KNOX, KY. – Cadets completed their Call for Fire Training (CFFT) using virtual simulators on June 1. “From the old days, we didn’t have computers then or the virtual aspect of the training that we have...
Weapon immersion training 101
FORT KNOX, Ky. – Day eight of Basic camp for 1st Regiment Alpha Company; Cadets are taught the basics of how to handle their weapon. Prior to learning how to dismantle their weapons, Cadets are given M16...
Basic Camp Cadets practice drill and formation
Fort Knox, Ky., — For Basic Camp Cadets, part of Cadet Summer Training (CST) includes learning basic squad formations and maneuvers before they can head to the field. 1ST Regiment Basic Camp Alpha Company...