Scaling Cold, Windy Mountains In Norway Offers Welcome Challenge For Minnesota Soldiers

By Reg Chapman, CBS Minnesota

February 9, 2023

HALTDALEN, Norway -- More lifesaving training for Minnesota National Guard troops has taken them to the top of a mountain in Norway. An approaching winter storm has them moving quickly to their next camp, where they will take on the challenge of self-rescue when falling into open water.

Another night in the field leads to another day of training for Minnesota National Guard troops. This day holds lots of unknowns. Can they hold their own against an approaching storm and how will it impact their three-mile hike up the mountain on skis?

"I'm thinking about bracing my core stretching my shoulders breathing making sure our wing men are good and then staying dry," soldier Mindy Pitzner said.

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