Introduction 
Camp Ripley is a 53,000-acre regional training facility for our military, federal, state, local and civilian communities. Community interests across the spectrum of Minnesota life utilize Camp Ripley for its resources, expertise, and commitment to environmental stewardship.
The facilities, ranges and natural resources were utilized in 2011 for important support efforts such as military deployment ceremonies and a “Welcome Home” event for Vietnam veterans, as well as community outreach events like fishing contests, motorcycle tribute rides, and an open house.
In addition to being a critical factor in the successful pre-mobilization training for numerous military units, Camp Ripley served as a training location for the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, and the Minnesota Department of Transportation.
Camp Ripley continues to develop its already strong community partnerships through Morrison and Crow Wing County Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Networks, a well-established Citizens Committee, the Army Compatible Use Buffer program and a strategic marketing plan.
2012 Objectives
In 2012, Camp Ripley is preparing for heavy use by military units from around the state and nation, including troops from Ill., Iowa, S.D., Wyo., N.D. and Ga.
Many new facilities will open to customer use during 2012, including the State Emergency Management Training Center and the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Conference Center. Major construction in 2012 includes the Unmanned Aerial Systems facility, Multi-purpose Machine Gun range, and a Field Maintenance Shop at Arden Hills Army Training Site.
With the near completion of the State Emergency Management Training Center and final implementation of the Combined Arms Collective Training Facility the capabilities for large-scale military and federal, state, local civilian agency emergency management and brigade-level exercises will increase.
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