Welcome to the OFFICIAL Twitter account for the CA Army National Guard Recruiting & Retention Battalion. (Following/RTs does not=endorsement)

California, USA
"The #Batman" gets help from the @NationalGuard . Always ready. Always there. 🇺🇸
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Congratulations to PVT Prabhjot Singh Biral. He's the first person to ever join the #CalGuard with a religious accommodation. #Hooah
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"I hope to gain a good career and be part of something bigger than myself while serving in the #CalGuard." -PVT Haumea #SoldierOfTheWeek
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Do you want your education paid for?
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#CalGuard #Soldiers from Task Force 144 working as hand crews to contain the #CarrFire in Shasta, California. Help your community when disaster Strikes: bit.ly/2kLvQRu
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California Army @NationalGuard leading from the front! Brig. Gen. Laura Yeager is set to become the first woman to command a @USArmy #Infantry Division in history. 🇺🇸 connectingvets.radio.com/art…
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We’d be smiling too if we knew we were getting a $20,000 enlistment #bonus. Give us a DM to see what #jobs currently qualify.
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At your school recruiting like...
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"By serving, I hope to make some sort of impact by helping those in our community and country." -PV2 Chavez #SoldierOfTheWeek
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April is #MonthoftheMilitaryChild. Please join us in thanking our military children for their sacrifices and strength. They are our Heroes for the future! 🇺🇸
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#Soldiers from the #CalGuard's 1114th Composite Transportation Company headed out on a mission to evacuate residents of a #Montecito, CA, neighborhood left landlocked by mud-covered roadways following a disastrous mudslide earlier in the week.
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Happy 69th birthday to the #AirForce. Thank you all for your service. 🇺🇸✈️ #HOOAH #Airmen
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The #CalGuard’s 315th Engineers VCC and other civilian agencies has been assisting with the #SoCalMudslides for the past week by digging dirt and clearing paths.
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A #CalGuard UH-60 Black Hawk aircrew refuels at a helibase while fighting the #MendocinoComplex Fire burning in Mendocino and Lake counties, CA.
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Pathway-to-Citizenship with SGT Udom Trust. She explains her journey obtaining her US citizenship with the assistance of the National Guard. @NationalGuard @CalGuard @USNationalGuard
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Happy 109th birthday to our brothers & sisters serving in the @USArmyReserve. Hooah! #OneTeamOneFight #MilitaryMonday
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Members of the #CalGuard's B Company, 1st Battalion, 140th Aviation Regiment, flying in a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter over the #ThomasFire in Ventura County, CA, while conducting water drops in coordination with @CAL_FIRE.
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If #college is your goal, the #CalGuard can cover your tuition and expenses. We also offer free SAT and ACT prep and testing.
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Watch this video on Airborne Paratrooping, and message us if you're interested in joining. #WhatDidYouDoLastWeekend piped.video/8m_DrTJqmHg
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VIDEO: @theCaGuard is helping those that have been impacted by the #TubbsFire in Santa Rosa by providing care packages.
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"I joined the #CalGuard to supply me with the job skills I needed to succeed in both my #military and civilian lifestyle." -PFC Williams
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"I want to be an example that women can lead proudly and find a career in the #NationalGuard." -1LT McFadden
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Did you know the #CalGuard is offering up to a $20,000 enlistment bonus to qualifying candidates? Give us a message today and we will connect you with a recruiter for more details.
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The #CalGuard is working with @Cal_OES, @CAL_FIRE and other local, state & federal agencies in an effort to save lives and protect property.
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To all those called to serve, we #honor you today, and every day, for protecting all that we hold dear. #ArmedForcesDay
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It’s drill weekend in the Cal Guard RRB 🇺🇸 You can start your time in service and make some extra money before you even ship to Basic Combat Training! Learn more are RSP and how Cal Guard Cadre get you trained up on all things BCT/AIT. Shoot us a message with any questions 🦅
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#ThrowbackThursday Did you know that before becoming famous as Magnum P.I. Tom Selleck served in the CA Army National Guard? @theCaGuard?
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“My unit was recently activated to support the #CARRfire where my unit provided #Soldiers for manning Entry Control Points (ECP). Nothing trumps the feeling of helping out the #community and working side by side with fellow service men and women.” -SPC Jezreel Francisco
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In Basic Combat Training (#BCT), Army @NationalGuard Soldiers learn the value of #teamwork and carry it with them in everything they do. If you're looking to be successful in the #CalGuard, let us know.
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Welcome home to the #Soldiers of the 184th Infantry Regiment on their return to #California on Saturday after a yearlong deployment to Southwest Asia under the leadership of Lt. Col. Joel Armstrong.
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Real #heroes don't wear capes. They wear dog tags. In inspiration of #NationalComicBookDay, tag your #NationalGuard hero.
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Wishing our #Guard family a #HappyEaster! 🐥🌷🥚🐰
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This #MemorialDay we remember the #Soldiers who made the decision to defend our great nation and made the ultimate sacrifice for our #freedom. Thank you. 🇺🇸
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It's #NationalDogDay ! 🇺🇸🐶 Thank you for serving with our troops! #Hooah #CaliforniaNationalGuard #MilitaryDogs
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“I joined @theCaGuard my senior year of high school with knowing that I‘ve always wanted to serve our great nation. Being in the California Cadet Corps my love for our country, camaraderie, and the pursuit to accomplish things greater than before was instilled.” -PV2 Jodice Soto
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Congrats to the graduating cadets of Grizzly Youth Academy: Class 38! Congrats on your success throughout this academy.
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"MEPS makes for a long day, but knowing that at the of the day I got to take the oath of enlistment - it made it worth it." -PVT Snyder
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“Enlisting in @theCaGuard gave me the chance to become a U.S citizen after my completion of Basic Combat Training. I am proud to now say that I am an American #Soldier and to serve my country through the #CalGuard.” -PFC Alfredo Hernandez
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#CalGuard UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters with hoist and rescue gear headed to #SantaBarbara area to help civil authorities with #CAStorm response.
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Will you decide to protect your #community in a time of need? Make the choice today: bit.ly/2kLvQRu
When a disaster hits your community, #NationalGuard Soldiers will be there to help those in need. Protect your community: bit.ly/2Z2xQby #EarthDay
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Today, on #NationalDayoftheDeployed, we #honor the brave men, women and their families whose sacrifices preserve our freedom.
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The #CalGuard is now offering bonuses of up to $20,000 to join one of the greatest #military organizations in the world. #Adventure, and a sense of purpose come with every enlistment. Give us a message to get started today.
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#WednesdayWisdom “There are many ways of going forward but only one way of standing still.” -Franklin D. Roosevelt. Don’t stay stagnant, push yourself to be better this week! Pictured: SGT Kelly on RSP Sacramento’s ruck march last month 🇺🇸 #CalGuard #RuckMarch #GoGuard
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The #CalGuard attends the first annual @CHPsouthern cadet competition, Sep. 22-24, 2017, at Palmdale Fairgrounds
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"The #CalGuard provided me with all the skills and support necessary for success in my #education." -PVT Cervantes #SoldierOfTheWeek
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Be Your Own Warrior 🇺🇸
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Excited to have you on our team! 🇺🇸
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Check out this video clip of the #CalGuard getting into action to assist with the #ThomasFire. #AlwaysReadyAlwaysThere
VIDEO: Four #CalGuard Army Black Hawks depart to conduct water buckets on #ThomasFire. #OneTeamOneFight #KeepingCaliforniaSafe
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Now offering a $20,000 bonus for Field Artillery MOSs including: 13F - Fire Support Specialist 13J - Fire Control Specialist 13B - Cannon Crew Member Shoot us a message to find out what it takes 💣🔥🇺🇸🦅 #CalGuard #FieldArtillery #M119 #777 #13F #13J #13B
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🎄 Kicking off the holidays in Inglewood, California ! 🎄 SGT Clark, Miss California USA at the Inglewood Holiday Parade! Mayor James T. Butts, the legendary Mac 10, and the incredible Inglewood community. 🇺🇸
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The sweat. The time. The dedication. It pays off.
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A #Soldier engaging targets with an M4 carbine. Did you know that the M4 has a maximum range of 3,600 meters? Reach out to us to learn more.
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Steady focus, #determination and never taking your eye off the prize. That's real transformation. Do you have it? Tell us your #CalGuard story and where it has taken you.
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I refuse to look back in my life with disappointment from not taking chances and living my life to the fullest and doing what I love.
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New recruits who join as a Petroleum Supply Specialists (92F) are eligible for up to a $20,000 enlistment #bonus. Without them, we can't move. Join the @CalGuard and feed the giant armored beasts that rule the #battlefield: bit.ly/2kLvQRu
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“My son and the #opportunity of a better life inspired me to join @theCaGuard. I needed the #discipline that I knew the #CalGuard could give me.” -PV2 McDaniel #SoldierOfTheWeek
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It’s #NationalAirborneDay! Tag your favorite Airborne Soldiers, we thank you for your service 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 #CalGuard #Army #Airborne
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Let’s meet SPC Noah Bishop. He explains his 12C MOS during his annual training. This unique career gives him the ability to work with other units for wet gap-crossing operations. @NationalGuard @CalGuard
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"I joined the #CalGuard to serve my community while still being able to go to school" -PFC Esparza #SoldierOfTheWeek
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Welcome to the #CalGuard PVT Olivas. Best of luck to you and your journey!
"Always Ready, Always There!" since 1636 @NationalGuard. It's an honor to be apart of the team.
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We would like to congratulate Soldier of the Cycle PFC Carissa McClain from the @wi_guard, and Soldier Leader of the Cycle PFC Jaylin Chapel from @theCaGuard on their outstanding achievement while assigned to 1st Battalion, 61st Infantry Regiment. May the best lead the rest. 🇺🇸
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#Soldiers from the #CalGuard's 1-184th Infantry Battalion conducting a live-fire exercise in Camp Roberts, CA.
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If you're at the point where you're ready to do something more with your life, this is a great time to consider the #CalGuard. DM us today.
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“I joined @theCaGuard because I’ve always wanted to serve my country and I wanted to get the benefits for my son. My experience in the #Guard so far has been some of the best things I’ve done. The bonds that you build with your unit are bonds that will never break.“ -PFC Carrillo
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The #CalGuard would like to recognize the significant contributions of Hispanic service members during this #HispanicHeritageMonth.
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"I joined @theCaGuard as a way to go back to #college and challenge myself both mentally and physically." -PV2 Pupich #SoldierOfTheWeek
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Today is #NationalCaliforniaDay, and since #California is known for having some of the most beautiful places, why not consider continuing your service here in the #CalGuard? Start your #Guard journey today: bit.ly/2kLvQRu
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One line from the Soldiers Creed that mean the most to me is ‘I am a warrior and a member of a team’ because at the end of the day we are a team & family
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“I joined @theCaGuard to serve my country and community and to become part of a team. My goal is to make myself very successful both in the #CalGuard and in my civilian life. I’ve learned so much and every day I am proud to say that I am a #Soldier.” -PFC Scarlett Alejandre
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“One core army value that means the most to me is #loyalty because from loyalty comes trust, and from trust comes unity, and unity brings victory.” -PV2 Phenneger #SoldierOfTheWeek
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Happy Thanksgiving to all of our National Guard members, their families and friends. We're thankful for all of you. #thanksgiving⁠ ⁠ #nationalguard
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In celebration of #ElectionDay, the #calguard wants you to take your #vote on the best #MRE:
53% Spaghetti & Meat Sauce
15% Beef Stew
21% Cheese Tortellini
11% Vegetarian Chili
106 votes • Final results
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Don't limit your challenges. Challenge your limits. Are you making rope #climbing part of your #fitness routine?
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Push yourself. We're not telling you it'll be easy. But we're telling you it'll be worth it. #MotivationMonday
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#CalGuardsmen from the #40thID left Los Alamitos Sep. 18, 2017, for their yearlong deployment to S. Afghanistan. bit.ly/2xDzpkh
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The 578th BEB (TUAS) taking part in the #VigilantGuard17 earthquake exercise. 🇺🇸 Are you ready to join the #NationalGuard? Message us today.
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“My inspiration to join the #CalGuard was the #motivation to achieve more than just a college degree. I wanted to do more than get my BA and be a part of that 1%.” -SPC Reyes #SoldierOfTheWeek
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Esports with SPC Hutton. The Army National Guard Esports program emphasizes our Soldiers' passion for gaming while showing the rest of the gaming world how they can find ways to serve their country and community. @NationalGuard @CalGuard
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Please help us in thanking our nurses in and out of the service 🎉 Happy #NationalNursesWeek! If you’re interested in joining the Army Nursing Corps, getting nursing school paid for, or getting your student loan debt paid off we can hook you up! Let us know! 📚✏️
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Control traffic, prevent crime and respond to all emergencies as #MOS 31B: Military Police. bit.ly/2pD7TkL #NationalPoliceWeek
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Don't be concerned about anyone or anything that doesn't add to your growth.
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12C- Bridge Crew Member @NationalGuard @CalGuard @USNationalGuard
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Don't miss the @RecruitMilitary Veteran Job fair this Thursday, 20 July, 2017. Register now by visiting RecruitMilitary.com/Sacramen….
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"During AIT, my work ethic and studying habit allowed me to become awarded Honor Graduate." -PFC Balaoing #SoldierOfTheWeek
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Prayers going out to everyone affected by the shooting is Ottawa. #StaySafeOttawa
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You get out of life what you put in.
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#CalGuard sends fire tankers to battle SoCal wildfires to support the @CAL_FIRE & other agencies fighting wildfires. bit.ly/2t6Apba
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🎉 Happy 250th Birthday to @USArmy ! 🇺🇸 For 250 years, the Army has stood strong—fighting for freedom, leading with honor, and serving with pride. From the frontlines to our own backyard here in California, we’re proud to be part of this legacy. #Army250
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The #CalGuard provides training in more than 150 career fields to prepare you for lifelong success. Tell us about your dream job. We will respond with an Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) that may interest you.
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Dare to make a difference! Be proud of yourself and to belong with those standing to your right and left. 💪🇺🇸 #MotivationMonday #CalGuard 🐻#Teamwork
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Proud to present PFC Jaylin Chapel, Basic Training Graduate and Soldier Leader of the cycle. Expect nothing less from a #NationalGuardSoldier
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Get used to military time, where there is no need for an AM or PM. Practice before you head to Basic Combat Training (BCT).
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Our battle buddies have served beside us in conflict and in peace. Today is for you! Happy #NationalK9VeteransDay!
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As a member of the #CalGuard, you have a lot of career options. Each offers you the chance to be part of something bigger than yourself.
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This is what matters. We serve for our families and friends back home. What drives you? Share below.
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Preparation is the key to success. Training like this Air Assault exercise keeps our #Soldiers at maximum readiness. Interested? DM us.
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Never doubt that a small group of #determined, committed people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has. Make a difference today: bit.ly/2kLvQRu #WednesdayWisdom
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The fact that you’re not where you want to be in life right now should be enough motivation by itself. #HOOAH
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