Story by Lt. Col. Tambra West October 27, 2026 at 06:22PM Over 1,000 Utah National Guard family members came to Camp Wiliams on 17 October, 2026 as the Utah National Guard Child and Youth Programs hosted its annual Trunk or Treat. Held at the Aaron Butler Readiness Center, over 30 booths and trunks provided parents and children alike with everything from reading books, financial flyers, and safety tips to the essential cotton candy, popcorn, hot dogs and of candy-filled cauldrons associated with this time of year.
Although events such as these are typically focused on spooktacular Halloween costumes, treats, and hauntingly good fun, this year’s Trunk or Treat provided more than just a sugar rush to attendees. Booths from military and community agencies handed out resources for safety, emergency preparedness, personal development, and financial resilience, while others offered American flags and free books for military children. Children were invited to step into new experiences by firefighters, police officers, and Special Forces personnel as they climbed aboard emergency vehicles, police cruisers, and military transports. Each station served as a magic portal to learn about the supportive network of community partners that stand behind our military families.<br /><a href="https://www.dvidshub.net/news/578015/treating-guard-families-with-spooktacular-fun-resources"><img src="https://d1ldvf68ux039x.cloudfront.net/thumbs/photos/2610/10053252/250w_q95.jpg" width="250" alt="Treating Guard families with spooktacular fun & resources" /></a>
