CONTACT: LTC Richard Goldenberg (518) 786-4581

FOR RELEASE: Monday, Sep 03, 2007

ON SITE: Sgt. 1st Class Bernado (518) 892-9048

WHO:

Rensselaer County-based New York Army National Guard Rensselaer County-based New York Army National Guard Rensselaer County-based New York Army National Guard Recruiting Staff

WHAT:

Recruiting Display at the Schaghticoke Fair (Possible Story Opportunity). Visitors will be able to see a Military Police humvee and compete for prizes in a basketball toss and chin up competition. On Monday, September 3, a National Guard Soldier will demonstrate his driving skills in the demolition derby exhibition.

WHEN:

Wednesday, August 29 thru Monday, September 3 (Call Sgt. 1st Class Bernado (518) 892-9048 for best times for opportunity coverage and interviews).

WHERE:

Fair Grounds, 69 Stillwater Bridge Rd. Rtes. 67 & 4, Schaghticoke, N.Y.

The New York Army National Guard is once again operating recruiting displays during county fairs across the state to make it easier for prospective applicants to learn about service opportunities and help the Guard reach out to qualified potential recruits. The Guard has immediate part-time openings in units throughout the area and there are many new incentives that benefit new members. The New York National Guard is integral to state and community readiness and emergency response. Community support is deemed essential to improving troop levels to help ensure New York is ready for future challenges. “New York’s Citizen Soldiers from across our state have provided tremendous and historic service both before 9-11, 2001 and ever since,” said Maj. Gen. Joseph J. Taluto, Adjutant General of New York. “Because of our experience and fortitude, New York has the finest National Guard in the nation. New volunteers are now needed to join the ranks of our veteran force so that, together, they can continue to protect our state and communities.”. For more information contact the Public Affairs Office at the New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs at (518) 786-4581. For information on joining the New York National Guard call toll free at 1-800-GO GUARD.