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Soldiers Cross-Country Ski Trek February 25, 2025
February 18, 2025 - Soldiers with 10th Mountain Division (LI), the Colorado National Guard, 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne), and members of the National Ski Patrol begin the Camp Hale to Vail Traverse cross-country ski trek in Vail Pass near Vail, Colorado. This nine mile cross-country ski trek pays tribute to the division’s World War II legacy, when Soldiers trained in the rugged Rockies to prepare for alpine warfare. While the Hale to Vail Traverse is a 26-mile cross-country ski trek that starts in Camp Hale, Colorado a different 9-mile route with a 2,000-feet increase in elevation was selected to mitigate the risk of avalanches happening. This nine mile cross-country ski trek pays tribute to the division’s World War II legacy, when Soldiers trained in the rugged Rockies to prepare for alpine warfare. More than just a test of endurance, the event strengthens unit cohesion while honing the specialized tactics, techniques, and skills required to operate in extreme mountain conditions. Image created by USA Patriotism! from U.S. Army photos by Pfc. Abigail Stewart. U.S. Army Gifts | U.S. Army | U.S. Army Reserve | U.S. Department of Defense Americans | I Am An American! | We The People | America's Destiny | Give Thanks | Love and Pride of USA | National Will God and Country | One Nation Under God | America's Symbol | Old Glory | Hooray USA! | America, My Home! Our Valiant Troops | I Am The One | Answering The Call | Brave Young | Brave Blue | Our Heroes, America's Best Veterans | Citizens Like Us | Vietnam War Veterans | Spouses Serve Too Honoring The Fallen | Don't Weep For Me | Remember The Fallen | Tears For Your Fallen | Our Wounded |
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