The Adjutant General for the Montana National Guard

The Adjutant General for the Montana National Guard This is the official page for Brigadier General Trent Gibson, the Adjutant General for the Montana National Guard.

Yesterday in Kalispell, we brought Headquarters for a Day directly to the community.It was a great opportunity to sit do...
09/25/2026

Yesterday in Kalispell, we brought Headquarters for a Day directly to the community.

It was a great opportunity to sit down with local leaders, share the missions and capabilities of the Montana National Guard and Department of Military Affairs and hear directly from the communities we serve.

The strength of Montana has always come from our people, our communities and our willingness to work together. Events like this help us build those relationships before we need them most.

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Kalispell Armed Forces Reserve Center and helped make the day a success.

That’s The Montana Way.🇺🇸

Strength isn't measured by how much we can carry alone. In the Montana National Guard, we take pride in being there for ...
09/08/2026

Strength isn't measured by how much we can carry alone. In the Montana National Guard, we take pride in being there for one another because resilience doesn't mean facing every challenge by yourself.

During Su***de Prevention Month, we are reminded that true strength is knowing when to reach out, trusting the people around you, and having the courage to say, 'I need help.' We look out for one another, we carry the load together, and we never leave a teammate to face life's toughest moments alone. That is resilience. That is strength. That is the Montana Way.

Thursday morning I had the opportunity to speak at Hometown Helena, a volunteer‑run grassroots forum that brings our com...
08/28/2026

Thursday morning I had the opportunity to speak at Hometown Helena, a volunteer‑run grassroots forum that brings our community together each week at Helena College. I opened with my command philosophy—The Montana Way. It isn’t granted; it’s earned through commitment, discipline, and grit. It defines how we serve and reflects a force that is ready, resilient, and trusted to deliver when it matters most. Our Soldiers, Airmen, families, and communities stand united by shared values and homegrown strength.

I shared an update on the work the Montana Department of Military Affairs and Montana National Guard are accomplishing across the state and nation. This includes our nationally recognized Family Programs, recent Best Warrior Competition success, and our ongoing homeland missions—from lifesaving Search and Rescue operations to Wildland Firefighting Red Card training and hosting Foundation Days to strengthen homeland defense. I also highlighted our international partnerships, where military‑to‑military engagements support global stability and build whole‑of‑society relationships across government, economic, and social spheres.

A key part of the discussion was our community partnerships, especially our collaboration with the Prickly Pear Land Trust through the Army’s Readiness & Environmental Protection Integration (REPI) Program. REPI helps protect military training lands through w**d mitigation, fuels reduction, and watershed improvements—ensuring responsible land use while preserving the ability of our Soldiers and Airmen to train. I introduced Mary Hollow, the Executive Director of PPLT, who shared how this partnership strengthens both our environment and our community.

My thanks to Jim Smith and the Hometown Helena team for the invitation and for fostering a space where leaders and citizens can connect. Montana is stronger when we work together—and today was another reminder of the shared purpose that defines The Montana Way.

Yesterday I had the opportunity to spend time with the dedicated professionals at the Department of Emergency Services, ...
08/28/2026

Yesterday I had the opportunity to spend time with the dedicated professionals at the Department of Emergency Services, beginning with a tour of the DMA warehouse led by Warehouse Supervisor Douglas Raymer. Seeing the depth of inventory, the organization of critical supplies, and the systems in place to support statewide response operations was both impressive and reassuring. This team is preparing now for the challenges Montana may face tomorrow, and their commitment shows in every detail.

Before joining the DES staff for their monthly division meeting, I had the privilege of recognizing Aryana Schiller, a Gonzaga University intern who spent the summer working across preparedness, mitigation, recovery, response, and SECC planning and assessment. Aryana brought a fresh perspective to each program and offered thoughtful insight during her exit interview—feedback that will help strengthen how we serve Montanans. As a small token of appreciation, I presented her with one of my challenge coins. We are grateful for her contributions and wish her the very best as she returns to Gonzaga to complete her degree.

I closed the day by speaking with DES staff during their monthly meeting, where this month’s focus was emergency preparedness. I reminded them that they are the ones who must be ready when Montanans are facing their worst day, and their professionalism and dedication continue to make our state stronger and more resilient.

To the entire DES team—thank you for the exceptional work you do every day.

I recently had the opportunity to visit War Eagle Hill and see firsthand what a strong partnership between the Montana N...
08/25/2026

I recently had the opportunity to visit War Eagle Hill and see firsthand what a strong partnership between the Montana National Guard and Prickly Pear Land Trust can accomplish.

Protecting nearly 200 acres adjacent to Fort Harrison helps preserve the space we need to safely train our Soldiers and Airmen while also protecting wildlife habitat and creating opportunities for Montanans to enjoy this land.

For us, this is about readiness, but it’s also about being a good neighbor. Partnerships like this help ensure the Montana National Guard can continue to train and remain ready to serve our state and nation while protecting the places that make Montana special.

Pretty incredible to see NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration conducting missions right here in Big Sky ...
08/20/2026

Pretty incredible to see NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration conducting missions right here in Big Sky Country! ✈️

I had the opportunity to visit the 120th Airlift Wing and get an up-close look at NASA’s ER-2 aircraft and learn more about its mission studying wildfire smoke and other aerosols in the upper atmosphere.

Great to see our Montana Airmen and facilities supporting a unique mission with national impact. 🇺🇸

It was an honor to spend time with the Soldiers of the 631st Chemical Company in Missoula during their Annual Training.W...
08/20/2026

It was an honor to spend time with the Soldiers of the 631st Chemical Company in Missoula during their Annual Training.

We had the opportunity to recognize three outstanding Soldiers for their exemplary actions while supporting Exercise Northern Strike at Camp Grayling, Michigan, and present each of them with a challenge coin.

Our Montana Soldiers continue to demonstrate the professionalism, dedication and readiness it takes to answer the call wherever the mission takes them.

Great work, 631st Chemical Company🇺🇸

📸 Photos courtesy of the 103rd Public Affairs Detachment.

The strength and readiness of the 190th Chemical Reconnaissance Detachment were on full display during a recent training...
08/19/2026

The strength and readiness of the 190th Chemical Reconnaissance Detachment were on full display during a recent training exercise at Limestone Hills. 💪

CSM DeBoo and I had the opportunity to get involved, serving as OPFOR for the morning...DAWGs represent!

The 190th worked through air assault operations, patrol base operations, helicopter hoist lifts, reacting to drones and complex targets before culminating in a simulated ambush. Four members of the Utah National Guard Decontamination Contingent also traveled north to train alongside our Soldiers.

I was proud to recognize SGT Burnell, SGT Anderson, SGT Whitely, SPC Maka and SPC Clark with coins for their outstanding professionalism and dedication to their craft.

📸 Photos courtesy of the 103rd Public Affairs Detachment.

I am proud to present the Soldier’s Medal to Sgt. Adam Lee for his extraordinary heroism and selfless service during the...
08/17/2026

I am proud to present the Soldier’s Medal to Sgt. Adam Lee for his extraordinary heroism and selfless service during the rescue of two critically injured hikers in California.

Serving as a life flight paramedic, Sgt. Lee entered hazardous mountain terrain during a severe winter storm, rappelled to reach the injured hikers and provided lifesaving medical care throughout a rescue operation that stretched more than 48 hours. When conditions were at their worst, he put the lives of others ahead of his own.

Sgt. Lee did not do this for recognition. He did it because it needed to be done.

That is The Montana Way.

Sgt. Lee, thank you for your exceptional service, and congratulations on this well-deserved recognition. 🇺🇸

📸 Photos courtesy of the 103rd Public Affairs Detachment.

Great spending time with the outstanding Airmen of the 219th RED HORSE Squadron in Hawaii. Their work is making a real d...
08/05/2026

Great spending time with the outstanding Airmen of the 219th RED HORSE Squadron in Hawaii. Their work is making a real difference, from expanding flight line infrastructure and modernizing mu*****ns storage facilities to supporting vehicle maintenance and logistics operations.

The quality of their work and professionalism have been so impressive that the 219th RED HORSE Squadron have been requested to return next year to continue supporting these critical engineering projects.

It was also great connecting with a Hawaii Air National Guard Airman and fellow Montana Western Bulldog. It's always good to see a DAWG out there doing great things for America.

Proud of our Airmen and the way they represent Montana wherever they serve. 🇺🇸

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