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New tracking devices to aid in continuing study of black vultures
September 14, 2020 — Black vultures were fitted with five new tracking devices as part of an ongoing study to mitigate aviation hazards around Shepherd Field, Martinsburg, W.Va... MORE

Chad Neil, a wildlife biologist for USDA APHIS Wildlife Services-West Virginia and part of the 167th AW’s Bird/Wildlife Aircraft Strike Hazard (BASH) team, holds a black vulture that has been fitted with a transmitting device in Martinsburg, W.Va., Aug. 18, 2020.

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WV Guard aids in 2016 flood clean-up

West Virginia National Guard engineers provide home demolition for citizens of White Sulphur Springs after the June 2016 flooding that tore through the town in a "thousand-year flood." Gov. Jim Justice has activated WVNG members to aid in flood response in South Carolina after Hurricane Helene last week. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Zoe Morris)

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All-Female West Virginia National Guard Aircrew Supports Girls i

An all-female aircrew from the West Virginia National Guard participated in the 3rd annual Girls in Aviation Day held at the Robert C. Byrd National Aerospace Education Center, in Clarksburg, West Virginia, September 28, 2024. The aircrew piloted their “unmanned” UH-60M Blackhawk helicopter to the event, landing to the cheers and applause of hundreds of young girls and teens who came to the event meant to inspire and expose young females to the broad range of career opportunities in the aviation industry. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Edwin L. Wriston)

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All-Female West Virginia National Guard Aircrew Supports Girls i

An all-female aircrew from the West Virginia National Guard participated in the 3rd annual Girls in Aviation Day held at the Robert C. Byrd National Aerospace Education Center, in Clarksburg, West Virginia, September 28, 2024. The aircrew piloted their “unmanned” UH-60M Blackhawk helicopter to the event, landing to the cheers and applause of hundreds of young girls and teens who came to the event meant to inspire and expose young females to the broad range of career opportunities in the aviation industry. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Edwin L. Wriston)

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All-Female West Virginia National Guard Aircrew Supports Girls i

An all-female aircrew from the West Virginia National Guard participated in the 3rd annual Girls in Aviation Day held at the Robert C. Byrd National Aerospace Education Center, in Clarksburg, West Virginia, September 28, 2024. The aircrew piloted their “unmanned” UH-60M Blackhawk helicopter to the event, landing to the cheers and applause of hundreds of young girls and teens who came to the event meant to inspire and expose young females to the broad range of career opportunities in the aviation industry. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Edwin L. Wriston)

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2nd Battalion, 19th Special Forces Group (A) Change of Command

The 2nd Battalion, 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne) operations Sgt. Maj. Nathan Smith was joined by wife Morgan Smith during his September 14, 2024, promotion from the rank of master sergeant. Smith was joined by family and friends to celebrate the promotion at the West Virginia Army National Guard Kenova Armed Forces Readiness Center in Kenova, West Virginia. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Spc. Ayla Cameron)

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2nd Battalion, 19th Special Forces Group (A) Change of Command

Lt. Col. Robert V. Luther III, outgoing commander of the West Virginia Army National Guard’s 2nd Battalion, 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne), was presented a token of appreciation during the change-of-command ceremony at the Kenova Armed Forces Readiness Center in Kenova, West Virginia, on September 14, 2024. Lt. Col. Michael J. Susick assumed command of the 2-19th SFG (A) from Lt. Col. Robert V. Luther III. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Spc. Ayla Cameron)

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2nd Battalion, 19th Special Forces Group (A) Change of Command

West Virginia Army National Guard Lt. Col. Michael J. Susick assumes command of the 2nd Battalion, 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne), from Lt. Col. Robert V. Luther III during a change of command ceremony at the Kenova Armed Forces Readiness Center in Kenova, West Virginia, on September 14, 2024. The 2/19th SFG (A) is composed of Headquarters Company, Support Company, and Forward Support Company, all based in Kenova, W.Va., Company C in Kingwood, W.Va., Company A in Middletown, Rhode Island, and Company B in Columbus, Ohio. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Spc. Ayla Cameron)

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2nd Battalion, 19th Special Forces Group (A) Change of Command

Lt. Col. Michael J. Susick, incoming commander of the West Virginia Army National Guard’s 2nd Battalion, 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne), receives the guidon from 77th Brigade Commander Col. James. D. Reese during a change of command ceremony on September 14, 2024, at the Kenova Armed Forces Readiness Center in Kenova, West Virginia. Lt. Col. Michael J. Susick assumed command of the 2/19th SFG(A) from Lt. Col. Robert V. Luther III. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Spc. Ayla Cameron)

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2nd Battalion, 19th Special Forces Group (A) Change of Command

Lt. Col. Robert V. Luther III, outgoing commander of the West Virginia Army National Guard’s 2nd Battalion, 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne), receives the guidon from Command Sgt. Maj. Martin “Scott” Graff, the battalion Command Sgt. Maj. during a change of command ceremony on September 14, 2024, at the Kenova Armed Forces Readiness Center in Kenova, West Virginia. Lt. Col. Michael J. Susick assumed command of the 2/19th SFG (A) from Lt. Col. Robert V. Luther III. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Spc. Ayla Cameron)

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West Virginia’s first Norwegian Foot March a success

The West Virginia National Guard hosted its first Norwegian Foot March on September 8, 2024. The 30-kilometer (18.6-mile) march took place on the Elk River Trail in Clendenin, West Virginia, with 25 participants. (West Virginia National Guard photos by Erica Bodker)

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West Virginia’s first Norwegian Foot March a success

The West Virginia National Guard hosted its first Norwegian Foot March on September 8, 2024. The 30-kilometer (18.6-mile) march took place on the Elk River Trail in Clendenin, West Virginia, with 25 participants. (West Virginia National Guard photos by Erica Bodker)

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West Virginia’s first Norwegian Foot March a success

The West Virginia National Guard hosted its first Norwegian Foot March on September 8, 2024. The 30-kilometer (18.6-mile) march took place on the Elk River Trail in Clendenin, West Virginia, with 25 participants. (West Virginia National Guard photos by Erica Bodker)

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West Virginia’s first Norwegian Foot March a success

The West Virginia National Guard hosted its first Norwegian Foot March on September 8, 2024. The 30-kilometer (18.6-mile) march took place on the Elk River Trail in Clendenin, West Virginia, with 25 participants. (West Virginia National Guard photos by Erica Bodker)

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West Virginia’s first Norwegian Foot March a success

The West Virginia National Guard hosted its first Norwegian Foot March on September 8, 2024. The 30-kilometer (18.6-mile) march took place on the Elk River Trail in Clendenin, West Virginia, with 25 participants. (West Virginia National Guard photos by Erica Bodker)

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West Virginia’s first Norwegian Foot March a success

The West Virginia National Guard hosted its first Norwegian Foot March on September 8, 2024. The 30-kilometer (18.6-mile) march took place on the Elk River Trail in Clendenin, West Virginia, with 25 participants. (West Virginia National Guard photos by Erica Bodker)

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West Virginia’s first Norwegian Foot March a success

The West Virginia National Guard hosted its first Norwegian Foot March on September 8, 2024. The 30-kilometer (18.6-mile) march took place on the Elk River Trail in Clendenin, West Virginia, with 25 participants. (West Virginia National Guard photos by Erica Bodker)

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West Virginia’s first Norwegian Foot March a success

The West Virginia National Guard hosted its first Norwegian Foot March on September 8, 2024. The 30-kilometer (18.6-mile) march took place on the Elk River Trail in Clendenin, West Virginia, with 25 participants. (West Virginia National Guard photos by Erica Bodker)

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West Virginia’s first Norwegian Foot March a success

The West Virginia National Guard hosted its first Norwegian Foot March on September 8, 2024. The 30-kilometer (18.6-mile) march took place on the Elk River Trail in Clendenin, West Virginia, with 25 participants. (West Virginia National Guard photos by Erica Bodker)

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West Virginia Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy – South Class 62 Graduates 58 Cadets

The West Virginia National Guard’s Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy – South program, located in Montgomery, West Virginia, graduated 58 cadets as a part of Class 62 today at Haddad Riverfront Park in Charleston, West Virginia.

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West Virginia Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy – South Class 62 Graduates 58 Cadets

The West Virginia National Guard’s Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy – South program, located in Montgomery, West Virginia, graduated 58 cadets as a part of Class 62 today at Haddad Riverfront Park in Charleston, West Virginia.

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WVNG Best Warrior Competition 2024 Video

153rd Public Affairs Detachment

March 19, 2024 | 4:11

Soldiers and Airmen from the West Virginia and District of Columbia National Guard compete in the West Virginia National Guard Best Warrior Competition held April 19-21, 2024, at Camp Dawson in Kingwood, West Virginia. Best Warrior is an annual event where participants compete in a series of warrior training tasks including weapons proficiency on the M4 rifle, 9mm pistol, land navigation, physical fitness, combat first aid, tactical movements, communications, and professional development activities. Photos by 153rd Public Affairs Det., WVARNG

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