Camp Ripley updates county on museum renovation, drone training and conservation partnerships
Summary
Colonel Troy Fink briefed the Cass County Board on Camp Ripley’s 2026 activities, including a museum renovation due in September, expanded recruiting, summer training with partner agencies and low‑altitude drone training, and an ACUB conservation program compensating landowners.
Colonel Troy Fink, Garrison Commander at Camp Ripley, presented a 2026 community briefing to the board on April 21, highlighting leadership changes, economic impact, and partnerships with state agencies.
Fink reported the museum renovation "is set for completion in September" and that an exclusive, invite‑only tour is planned for late summer. He also described summer training activities, noted successful recruiting efforts, and said Camp Ripley conducts training for drones and other unmanned aircraft at lower elevations. He described the Army Compatible Use Buffer (ACUB) program, explaining the federal government compensates landowners for keeping specific parcels undeveloped.
Board members thanked Colonel Fink for the briefing. The presentation focused on community relations and operational updates rather than any county action requiring a vote.
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