CONTACT: LTC Rich Goldenberg (518) 786-4581

FOR RELEASE: Thursday, Aug 09, 2007

ON SITE: SFC Dale Groom (315) 886-9427

WHO:

Seneca County-based New York Army National Guard Recruiting Staff

WHAT:

Recruiting Display at the Empire Farm Days Fair that includes the Casey Mears’ NASCAR National Guard Race car and National Guard mobile Recruiting team. Also available throughout the week are new members of the New York Army National Guard to talk about their experiences and views on service as Citizen Soldiers.

WHEN:

Tuesday thru Thursday, August 7-9 (Call SFC Dale Groom for best times for opportunity coverage and interviews).

WHERE:

Rodman Lott Farms, Rt. 414, Seneca Falls

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 Seneca Falls Empire Farm Days Fair will include members of the Guard’s mobile recruiting team to discuss Guard part-time openings in units in Central New York and many new incentives that benefit our 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.