Are there any 68A's assigned to Fort Huachuca that could inform me on their experience?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 02 Feb 2016 08:19:47 -0500

Response by SGM David W. Carr LOM, DMSM MP SGT made Feb 3 at 2016 7:45 PM

SGM David W. Carr LOM, DMSM MP SGT — Wed, 03 Feb 2016 19:45:16 -0500

The high desert is nice place to be stationed with lots of history in Cochise County.

Response by SGT Mark Rhodes made Feb 4 at 2016 12:27 PM

SGT Mark Rhodes — Thu, 04 Feb 2016 12:27:53 -0500

I love Huachuca and wished I was still there so I could help you out. I'm not sure if you are in the 11th Sig and if you are see if the civilian John Ritter is still in the headquarters building.

Response by SPC Anna Larson made Feb 4 at 2016 4:37 PM

SPC Anna Larson — Thu, 04 Feb 2016 16:37:56 -0500

I haven't been back there since 1996, but what did you need to know? I spent almost my entire 4 year enlistment there. I might could answer a few things. I was in MEDDAC, but since the vet clinic was far from the hospital and the barracks, I didn't spend much time in either. If you want to know about the surroundings, though I can help with that. Near the mountains and there are hiking, running and riding trails all over the place. Ramsey Canyon is a nice place to go. Local attractions within weekend driving distance are the community of Bisbee, Tombstone, and Tucson. Karchner (not sure I spelled that right) Cave is near by, if you like caving, but you have to reserve a spot to enter well in advance. I believe MWR still has the horse trail riding stables, and there is a private mount area as well as the B-Troop 4th Cav Volunteer unit, if you are interested in horses. Pretty place. Close enough to the mountains to have trees and a stream nearby in some areas. Close enough to the border to be warm all year long. Has occasional snow events, but the last snow I remember was a dusting that melted by 10:00 am. Had a nice gym while I was there and a decent library.

Response by SP5 Joel O'Brien made Feb 4 at 2016 5:20 PM

SP5 Joel O'Brien — Thu, 04 Feb 2016 17:20:19 -0500

As I have posted elsewhere on this site, I have nothing but good things to say about Fort Huachuca. Even though it's been a long time since I was there(1972-73), it was an enjoyable period during my time in the Army. We've been back to visit twice. I hope you'll find it pleasant as well.