For All Veterans who ever served in the 37th Tank Battalion or any of the 37th Armor Battalions: 1-37 Armor, 2-37 Armor, 3-37 Armor and 4-37 Armor. From Germany to Fort Riley… we made the difference. Courage Conquers!
Enjoy a formal evening at Ft. Bliss with the Bandits! Additionally, join a tour during a battalion open house the day prior.
Additional information will be provided via email after registration regarding the battalion open house on the day prior. Please make sure your email and cell information is accurate when you register. Kevin Seidl will be the event POC and can answer questions.
Discount room rates have been established at the nearby Wyndham El Paso Airport located at 2027 Airway Blvd. El Paso, TX 79925.
Mention block code 041223ONE under 1-37 Armor. Call 915-778-4241 or 1-800-742-7248 for reservations. Rate $98, complimentary Suite Upgrade and complimentary breakfast.
2023 Operation Gold Rush WARNO
Situation: All 37th Armored Regiment Alumni are alerted to begin pre-deployment planning and preparation for maximum participation in OPERATION GOLD RUSH, the 27th Annual Reunion of regimental alumni. Reconnaissance efforts confirm that Colorado Springs, Colorado provides an exceptional location for reunion activities.
Mission: 37th Armored Regiment Alumni deploy and conduct annual reunion activities from 12-15 October, 2023 vicinity Colorado Springs, Colorado in order to foster camaraderie, honor alumni members and advance the heritage of the regiment.
Concept of the Operation:
A. Planning and coordination is ongoing. Anticipated events and activities outlined below:
-12 October: Deploy, Onsite Registration, Rally Point Social, Silent Auction
-13 October: 2023: Visit Fort Carson, Courage Conquers Dinner and Awards Banquet.
-14 October: Wiseman Meeting, Local Area Excursions, Mission Complete Social
-15 October: Redeploy
B. OPORD to be published NLT 15 April, 2023.
C. Registration opens 15, April 2023. Registration closes on 28 August, 2023.
Service Support:
A. Assembly Area Location: Embassy Suites, Colorado Springs.
B. Group Room Rate $149.00. Rate is available 3 days prior and 3 days after the reunion.
C. Includes complimentary breakfast
B. Class 1 and Class 6 available onsite
Command and Signal: Updates and reunion information will be transmitted on the 37th Armored Regiment Alumni Website and Alumni Social Media platforms.
Regimental Classroom Campaign
Alumni Mentorship Program
Mission:
Establish the 37th Alumni Mentorship Program to provide ongoing transition and career support to all 37th Armor veterans during transition and throughout all phases of their civilian careers.
Intent:
Connect and leverage the broad experience, skills and professional networks of the 37th Armor alumni to maximize the career opportunities for 37th Armor veterans. Success is an active alumni network with alumni and fundraising resources that enable 37th Armor veterans to fully utilize their skills and abilities in the civilian workforce.
Concept of the Operation:
37th Alumni Mentorship Program Organizing Framework: The 37th Alumni organizes to provide specialized support to veterans in the following general categories:
- Chalk 1 Junior Enlisted and Officers
- Chalk 2 Mid-level NCOs and Officers
- Chalk 3 Retired NCOs and Officers
If you are about to transition from the military, the very first thing you should do is create a LinkedIn profile and request to join the 37th Armored Alumni Association group on LinkedIn.