DRAPER, Utah – More than 200 soldiers and airmen came together in Utah
for Exercise Hydra, an annual, large-scale joint training event designed to prepare our
military units and people for real and evolving threats in a dynamic and ever-changing
combat environment.
Service members from the Utah Air and Army National Guard joined with Active and
Reserve Air Force units from several locations across the country to participate in this
innovative and engaging exercise combining and challenging the capabilities of both
Army and Air Force units. The exercise took place primarily on the Utah Test and
Training Range and Dugway Proving Grounds among several other smaller locations
throughout the state, and focused on challenging the status quo, developing innovative
processes and procedures and building cohesive teams.
Drawing inspiration from the legendary multi-headed serpent of Greek mythology,
Hydra, the joint exercise incorporated the strength, adaptability, and coordination of a
force capable of operating across multiple domains in unison. Designed to simulate
modern challenges.
Please visit the google drive link and our DVIDS link for b-roll and photos of the exercise.
GOOGLE DRIVE LINK: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1kBrlIvF23SRSQ_PPTtzt7pNoo74b6g_r?usp=drive_link
DVIDS LINK: https://www.dvidshub.net/feature/ExHydra
Media Notes: Due to constraints in the training environment for Exercise Hydra media was not invited to this event. In the future, however, we intend to open opportunities for potential embeds during exercises like these. Please reach out to Lt. Col. Chris Kroeber at [email protected] or text (801) 716-9063 if you have reporters interested in covering future exercises.