Vol. 77, No. 44 Nov. 8 , 2019

Community supports big game

Photo by Walt Johnson U.S. Military Academy at West Point receiver Malik Hancock hauls in a pass over an Air the festivities at the 4th Infantry Division Pep Rally Nov. 1 at The Hub. West Point Black Force defender during the Army and Air Force football game Saturday at the U.S. Air Knight football players, cheerleaders and West Point Pep Band were all present to cheer Force Academy. Soldiers, Families and members of the Fort Carson community enjoyed the players on before the Army and Air Force football game. See the story on pages 16-17. 4ID welcomes new DCG By Sgt. Daphney Black Div. headquarters Nov. 4. training and readiness. 14th Public Affairs Detachment “He has both the operational and strategic “John is coming to us from the Pentagon; I can experience that we need to prepare our units to fight assure that the knowledge and experience he gained Distinguished members of the Fort Carson and win our nation’s calls,” said Maj. Gen. Matthew while there will be well applied across all spectrum community, Soldiers and invited guests welcomed W. McFarlane, commanding general, 4th Inf. Div. of operations as he serves as the division’s deputy Brig. Gen. John V. Meyer III, incoming deputy and Fort Carson. commanding general,” McFarlane said. commanding general of the 4th Infantry Division McFarlane presided over the ceremony where and Fort Carson, during a ceremony at 4th Inf. Meyer assumed the responsibility for the division’s See Meyer on Page 4

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Commanding General: Leaders seek housing survey input Maj. Gen. Matthew W. McFarlane By Gen. Gustave F. Perna CEL & Associates, Inc., (CEL) will Commanding general, Army Materiel Command administer the survey, which will be Garrison Commander: Col. Brian K. Wortinger made available to more than 100,000 Editor’s note: If people do not receive residents living in privatized or Army- Garrison Public Affairs Officer: Dee McNutt a survey email, contact the Directorate managed family housing. The survey of Public Works Family Housing Office respondent information will be kept Chief, Print and Web Communications: at 719-524-2747 or the property completely confidential and will not Rick Emert management office at 719-579-1606. be linked in any way to the survey Editor: Aleah M. Castrejon results shared with the Army or private Army leaders are committed to companies. We welcome and value your Staff writer: Scott Prater improving housing, but we need your candid opinions and thoughts. candid feedback! If you haven’t been Please take a moment now to add Sports writer: Walt Johnson already, you will soon be asked to CEL’s email address to your allowed Layout/graphics: Jeanne Mazerall participate in a resident satisfaction senders in any anti-spam software that survey. This survey will provide might filter your email. Only one member Army leaders your perspective on of each household will receive the This commercial enterprise newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the what we are doing well and where we email. If no member of your household Department of Defense. Contents of the need to improve. receives the email by Nov. 18, please Mountaineer are not necessarily the official The Army will use the survey results Perna contact your garrison housing staff or view of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government to help shape our actions as we work property-management office, who have or the Department of the Army. Printed circulation to improve both our privatized and Army-owned housing an alternate means of providing you access to the survey. is 8,000 copies. The editorial content of the Mountaineer facilities and services to ensure we provide the best quality Army Soldiers, Civilians, Retirees and their Families is the responsibility­ of the Public Affairs Office, of life for our residents. deserve the highest quality housing and services possible, Fort Carson, Colo., Tel.: 526-4144. 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Fort Carson’s 759th Military Police Battalion has good cause to celebrate this month as two of its units earned top level excellence awards. U.S. Army Forces Command (FORSCOM) recently announced that the 110th Military Police Company and the 759th MP Bn. Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment both earned the coveted FORSCOM Eagle Award for fiscal 2019. The award signifies a unit as the best military police unit in all of FORSCOM. The 110th MP Company, 759th MP Bn., 89th MP Brigade, commanded by Capt. Alexis Marione, earned the Eagle Award as best company and the 759th Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, commanded by Capt. John Horner, took home the Eagle Award as best detachment. “Winning the FORSCOM Eagle Award is an outstanding symbol of the hard work and dedication by the amazing Soldiers across the Lone Sentinel Battalion,” said Lt. Col. Ryan C. Cagle, commander, 759th MP Bn. “Competing in competitions such as the Eagle Award helps to make us a better organization and is a great opportunity to represent the Griffin Brigade, Mountain Post and ‘Ivy’ Division.” To be considered for the honor, military police units develop packages detailing their experiences and accomplishments throughout the year, then submit those packages to FORSCOM for review. A board of officers and sergeants major then comb through packages and form a consensus about the best units. They then compare the best and determine a winner. There is no award for second place. “It really boils down to taking ownership of your achievements and your failures,” Horner said. “Being able to find a positive in Courtesy photo those things and then being able to inspire our formations. If Capt. Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, 759th Military Police Battalion, role-players conduct Marione and myself can’t inspire the formations, the Soldiers are an aggressive protest during an evaluation of the 127th MP Company riot-control operations on a Fort Carson training range Aug. 13. The 759th HHD MPs evaluated the company on its homeland-defense See FORSCOM on Page 4 mission essential tasks during the evaluation as well. 4 MOUNTAINEER — Nov. 8 , 2019 Meyer FORSCOM From Page 1 From Page 3 “(My Family) and I are excited to join not going to be motivated (to) go out and accomplish the the Colorado Springs and the Fort Carson things they’re being recognized for.” community, and proud to be part of such a Besides rating units in a variety of categories, including distinguished division,” Meyer said. “This readiness and deployability, military police focus, innovation, formation and this duty station is one of the training and community activities, board members consider most sought out in the Army, and while we are units’ excellence and accomplishments throughout the year. happy to be back in the mountains, the outdoors, “They really want to see how a unit is proactive as opposed the skiing, the close proximity to Family in to reactive, in a policing sense,” Marione said. “That’s us going Idaho, we are most impressed with the sincerity out and forming and bettering our community relationships.” and kindness of everyone we have met.” 110th MP Company Soldiers, for instance, visited child Meyer, a native of Maryland, previously served development centers on post, where they invited children as the executive assistant to the chairman of the joint to inspect police cruisers and learn their capabilities. They chiefs of staff. He also served as the commander of also developed a toy drive for the Colorado Springs Court the 2nd Cavalry Regiment and as the commander Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), an organization of 2nd Battalion, 28th Infantry Regiment. that supports local children. During the ceremony, McFarlane spoke of “The toy drive was not led by command teams,” Marione Meyer’s long career. said. “The 110th Soldiers took it upon themselves to organize “After a quick glance at John’s resume, and execute the event. They collected the toys during our you’ll know that he is the right person with the holiday festivities and took them down to CASA themselves.” right experience to fulfill our mission here at During fiscal 2019, the combat support company Fort Carson,” McFarlane said. rotated through the National Training Center at Fort McFarlane expressed his excitement to have the Irwin, California, performing its law enforcement road Meyer Family as he welcomed them to the division. mission and worked the entry gates at Fort Carson, all “I look forward to your continued efforts to while experiencing 60 percent turnover. enhance our division readiness and strengthen “The turnover we experienced provided a fresh our Families and communities,” McFarlane perspective, but I think the willingness of our junior leaders said. “This is an incredibly busy, busy division to take initiative and make this unit the best it can be is in the Army. From our brigade field training what really set us apart,” Marione said. exercises, division warfighter and potential Both units now move on to compete at the Department future deployments, John you will certainly of the Army level, with the winners earning the Maj. Gen. remain engaged.” Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Ryan Sabin Harry Hill Bandholtz Award. Additionally, Meyer expressed his Brig. Gen. John V. Meyer III, incoming deputy commanding “It is great to see the units being recognized for the confidence in his new role and stressed his general-Maneuver, 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson, FORSCOM Eagle Award: the Soldiers train hard and protect excitement to be part of the “Ivy” Division. addresses the audience during his welcome ceremony the best hometown in the Army each day,” said Command Sgt. “We look forward to be a part of the Family of held Monday at the 4th Inf. Div. headquarters. Meyer Maj. Matthew Thompson, senior enlisted leader, 759th MP the division that continues to defend those values served as the executive assistant to the 19th chairman Bn. “They are an example of the great Soldiers and leaders which make our nation great, said Meyer. of the Joint Chiefs of Staff prior to assuming his position. we have throughout Fort Carson and 4th Inf. Div.” Nov. 8 , 2019 — MOUNTAINEER 5 Military Team with common purpose 1st Army holds recruiting event Story and photo by Staff Sgt. Scott J. Evans Tate said. “The only unit in the Army that is dedicated our combat support and combat service support units 4th Infantry Division Public Affairs Office 24/7 to be partnering with, directing the readiness are in the Reserve.” and capability of the Guard and Reserve because we Since the outset of the Global War on Terrorism, It is no secret that Soldiers in the U.S. Army cannot get along without them. We have structurally First Army Division took a leading role to ensure units Reserve or National Guard do not get the same level of built our Army such that 40 percent of our combat training repetitions that active-duty Soldiers do. They units … are in the National Guard, and 60 percent of See Recruiting on Page 8 have responsibilities to their civilian careers as much as they do their military service during drill weekends or annual training. Because of this, the First Army Division, head­ quartered at Rock Island Arsenal in Illinois, has a unique responsibility to ensure that Reserve and Guard units are properly trained when the nation calls on them to deploy to, often hostile areas. First Army must ensure it has motivated Soldiers to teach and mentor teams to be effective in combat and be knowledgeable in their respective career fields. Maj. Gen. Frank W. Tate, the commanding general of First Army Division West at Fort Hood Texas, held a recruiting event with “Ivy” Soldiers at 4th Infantry Division headquarters Nov. 1 to explain some of the opportunities available to candidates interested in serving with First Army Division. The First Army Division as a fighting force has a long history dating as far back as World War I. In more recent decades however, the division’s primary mission is to ensure the readiness of National Guard and Reserve component units across the nation by preparing them with engaged Maj. Gen. Frank W. Tate, the commanding general of First Army Division West at Fort Hood, Texas, discusses the First and rigorous training. Army Division’s mission and opportunities with Fort Carson Soldiers during a recruiting session Nov. 1 at 4th Infantry “In the 1950s through the 1970s, we received this Division headquarters. Tate discussed the opportunities available to Soldiers serving under First Army, and the role new mission to partner with the Guard and Reserve,” the division takes to ensure Reserve and National Guard units are ready for deployments.

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Maj. Robert Heywood, an explosive ordnance disposal officer with 71st Ordnance Group (Explosive Ordnance Disposal), speaks to Air Force cadets Oct. 25 during a classroom presentation at the U.S. Air Force Academy. Heywood shared his experiences as an EOD officer, in both deployed and garrison settings. EOD officer educates USAFA cadets Story and photos by Pfc. Matthew Marsilia with the career field. He recalled deploying to Heywood said people need to be adaptive in their 14th Public Affairs Detachment Iraq with the 38th EOD out of Fort Stewart, thought process to be successful in the program. Georgia, which completed over 700 missions and “People who typically do better at EOD school are U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY — Maj. Robert disposed of more than 15,000 pounds of explosives. those who are able to take in knowledge and translate Heywood, an explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) He became acceptant of the fact that any mission he it into action,” Heywood said. officer with 71st Ordnance Group (Explosive Ordnance would set out on could be his very last. He also explained the dangers of explosives, Disposal), shared his EOD experiences and knowledge “Every time I would deploy and go out on mission, different types of homemade explosives, oxidizers and Oct. 25 with 11 cadets at the U.S. Air Force Academy. I would make peace with myself,” Heywood said. the role of EOD both overseas and at home. Heywood, a 13-year EOD veteran, had much to say His visit was beneficial for the students in At the end of his presentation, Heywood left the on the subject given his long career, and because the attendance. class with some positive words. cadets were enrolled in a chemistry of weapons course, “I think anytime you get a chance to meet “I found something I really enjoy and that I’m really the subject matter resonated with them. somebody with experience on the ground — with good at,” Heywood said. “I’ve had many opportunities “It is really good to get an outside perspective troops on the ground — they get a better picture of to change my career field, but I’d rather be a part of the on something like EOD,” said Capt. John Hudgins, what they’re supporting,” Hudgins said. EOD community.” structural engineer and chemistry teacher at the U.S. Air Force Academy. Heywood spoke in depth about his passion for the EOD field. “This is my obligatory EOD pitch,” said Heywood. “EOD is an outstanding career.” Heywood, however, wasn’t hesitant to express the dangers that come “People who typically do better at EOD school are those who are able to take in knowledge and translate it into action.”

— Maj. Robert Heywood Air Force cadets listen to Maj. Robert Heywood, an explosive ordnance disposal officer with 71st Ordnance Group (Explosive Ordnance Disposal), during an EOD presentation Oct. 25 at the U.S. Air Force Academy.

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Talent management

Photo by Staff Sgt. Scott J. Evans Maj. Gen. J.P. McGee, director, Army Talent Management Task Force, speaks to McGee discussed changes being considered for evaluations, training and career officers of 4th Infantry Division during a Leader Professional Development progression in the effort to better develop an Army force that is ready for the Program briefing Nov. 1 at 4th Inf. Div. headquarters. During the session, challenges of the 21st century.

“It has been a really neat oppor­ Leaders of First Army Division Reserve better by being a better partner Recruiting tunity,” said Capt. Jonerik Livingston, recognize the skills the U.S. Army for them,” Tate said. “Our observers, From Page 5 an intelligence officer currently assigned Reserve and National Guard Soldiers coaches, trainers … if they don’t look, to 5th Armored Brigade, First Army bring to their units, and why it is walk and talk like the professionals that were effectively trained to meet and Division West at Fort Bliss, Texas. “I important to have talented leaders they should be then how will anyone in exceed their mission requirements during never expected in my first year to go mentoring them during field exercises. the Guard or Reserve want to look up to deployment operations. to Kosovo.” “You only make the Guard and them and learn from them?” “1.2-million Soldiers in the Guard and Reserve have been trained, partnered with, mobilized and demobilized through First Army,” Tate said. Ensuring the readiness of so many diverse units is a huge undertaking for First Army. “We’re a team of unique capabilities bonded together with a common purpose — to enable total force readiness,” said Lt. Gen. Thomas S. James Jr., commanding general, First Army via a video presentation. “As U.S. Army Forces Command’s coordinating authority for Army Total Force Policy, we enable America’s fine citizen Soldiers in achieving maximum readiness in deploying as important combatant command requirements, or if required, mobilized for a large-scale contingency.” During the briefing, Tate explained that Soldiers assigned to First Army frequently travel to the locations where the units are being trained. “They are making over half our Army, which is the Reserve Component, that much better,” Tate said. Though the developmental oppor­ tunities available to Soldiers through the First Army’s mission has been Photo by Staff Sgt. Scott J. Evans in existence for decades, many Maj. Jessie Scrivens II, a brigade personnel officer assigned to 166th Aviation Brigade, First Army Division West at Fort Hood, service members are not aware of Texas, gathers contact information from Soldiers following a First Army Division recruiting brief held at 4th Infantry Division the opportunities available through headquarters Nov. 1. The First Army Division leads training development with units of the U.S. Army National Guard and Reserve serving with First Army. to ensure optimal readiness in a deployed environment. Nov. 8 , 2019 — MOUNTAINEER 9

adjudicates Personnel Claims Act (PCA) Editors note: claims, but can provide general claims Military See www.fortcarsonmountaineer.com for the complete list of military briefs. assistance. Household goods claimants Briefs must report their loss or damage directly to the transpor­tation service provider Of note for additional training opportunities. Call Property Shipping Office (JPPSO) — (TSP) by fax or through the Defense Warrant Officer Recruiter briefs, Tuesday- 526-5614 or email usarmy.carson.imcom- Monday-Thursday the office is open 7:30 Personal Property System at http://www. Wednesday — [email protected] or a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The office will be closed move.mil within 75 days of delivery. • Tuesday from 9-10 a.m. at 4th Infantry [email protected]. from 7:30-9 a.m. for training and will Claims must be sub­mitted to the TSP Division headquarters building, first Save the date — U.S. Army Officer open 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. every Friday. A within nine months of delivery for full floor conference room, and 12:30-1:30 Candidate School Alumni Association face-to-face personal property counseling replacement value. All PCA claims, p.m. at the Education Center, building (TUSAOCSAA) Annual Reunion, Hall of briefing is mandatory for JPPSO. At this including household goods, personal 1012 Fame, Heritage Center and Memorial Walk time, the self-counseling option to process vehicle shipment and incident to service • Wednesday from 10-11 a.m. and 12:30- Dedications; and Mini-Reunions — save applications through the Defense Personal loss, are now being adjudicated by the 1:30 p.m. at the Education Center, the date for these events in Fort Benning Property System (DPS) is not authorized. Center for Per­sonnel Claims Support building 1012 and Columbus, Georgia, from May 1-4. JPPSO is located in the Mountain Post at Fort Knox, Kentucky, which can be Korean War Veterans Association — Registration information can be found Soldier Center at 6351 Wetzel Ave., reached at 502-626-3000. To file a claim, Monthly meeting is held on the third at https://www.ocsalumni.org/ after building 1525, cubicle B. Call 526-3755 visit http://www.JAGCNet.army.mil/ Saturday of the month for all veterans Nov. 1, and for the schedule of events, to schedule a DPS appointment. pclaims. The Fort Carson claims office of the Korean War. Meetings are held administrative details, points of contact Logistics Readiness Center’s (LRC) can be reached at 526-1355. at 11:30 a.m. at the Elks Lodge, 3400 and updates. For more information Laundry Facility — The facility Soldier for Life Transition Assistance N. Nevada Ave. in Colorado Springs. contact Dan Johnson at 402-981-1072 or located at building 1525 does not launder Program (SFL-TAP) — The Commander’s The meetings are intended to honor the [email protected]. all of the Soldier’s Organizational Program and a Soldier’s responsibility; the service of veterans from the Korean War Clothing and Individual Equipment program provides mandated and optional — through a time of social camaraderie Hours of operation (OCIE) as directed by Army transition services and classes and helps and information. For more information, Directorate of Public Works work Support Command (ASC), Annex A, Soldiers make informed career decisions contact Mike Thomason at 719-214-6121 orders — Directorate of Public Works which provides a list of non-OCIE through counseling and employment or email [email protected]. Business Operations and Integration and OCIE authorized to be laundered assistance. SFL-TAP also hosts a variety Casualty Notification/Assistance Officer Division Work Management Branch, by the LRC laundry facility. Annex A of hiring events, employer days, resource training — The 4th Infantry Division located in building 1219, is responsible is posted at the Central Issue Facility fairs and industry days with the goal and Fort Carson commanding general has for processing work orders (Facilities (CIF) and laundry facility in building of connecting transitioning service directed all Soldiers, sergeant first class Engineering Work Requests, DA Form 1525. Soldiers are responsible to clean members, veterans and Family members through command sergeant major, chief 4283). The Work Management Branch their OCIE prior to turning it in to the to employment opportunities and resources. warrant officer 2-5 and officers, captain is open for processing work orders and CIF. The CIF will not accept OCIE turn SFL-TAP is open Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. and above, to attend Casualty Assistance other in-person support from 7-11:30 a.m. in that is not clean or free of dirt and to 4 p.m. Call 526-1001/1002 to schedule Officer and Casualty Notification Officer Monday-Friday. Afternoon customer debris regardless of the serviceability classes or for additional information. Follow Training. The training is held in the USO support is by appointment only and can criteria. Point of contact for further SFL-TAP on Facebook at http://facebook. building, 1218, room 203 on a first-come, be scheduled by calling 526-6112. information is Larry Parks at 524-1888 com/FortCarsonSFLTAP for upcoming first-served basis. The class times are 8 Fort Carson Retirement Services — or email [email protected]. events and job postings. a.m. to 5 p.m. The 2019 training dates operates Monday-Friday from 7 a.m. to Military Claims Office — is located at Logistics Readiness Center Supply are: Tuesday-Wednesday and Dec. 10- noon and 1-3:30 p.m. in building 1525, 1633 Mekong St., building 6222, and and Services 12. Contact Derek Williams, Casualty room 308. The phone number is 526-2840. is open Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to Assistance Center operations and trainer, Hours of operation for Joint Personal noon and 1-4 p.m. The office no longer See Briefs on Page 12 10 MOUNTAINEER — Nov. 8 , 2019 Ivy Justice Courts-martial grade of private, confinement for 22 months, and a in two separate domestic violence incidents within — A specialist was convicted at a special court- bad-conduct discharge. a two-year period. The staff sergeant was separated martial of one specification of wrongful distribution — A specialist was convicted at a general court- with a general discharge. of a controlled substance in violation of Article martial of two specifications of communicating — A private was separated from the Army after 112a, Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ). a threat, one specification of aggravated engaging in a domestic violence incident. The Punishment included reduction to the grade assault with a dangerous weapon, one private was separated with an other than honorable of private, confinement for 30 days and a specification of assault consummated by a conditions discharge. bad-conduct discharge. battery, and one specification of domestic violence — A staff sergeant with over nine years of service — A specialist was convicted at a general court-martial in violation of Articles 115, 128 and 128b, UCMJ. was separated from the Army after striking another of one specification of false official statement and Punishment included reduction to the grade of person with a firearm and violating a protective one specification of aggravated assault in violation of private, confinement for 40 months, and a order. The staff sergeant was separated with an Articles 107 and 128, UCMJ. Punishment included dishonorable discharge. other than honorable conditions discharge. reduction to the grade of private, confinement for — A specialist was separated from the Army after 10 months and a bad-conduct discharge. Misconduct separations assaulting a Soldier during an argument. The — A private was convicted at a general court-martial — A sergeant was separated from the Army after specialist was separated with a general discharge. of four specifications of wrongful distribution of a wrongfully using, introducing and possessing controlled substance, two specifications of wrongful Lysergic Acid Diethyllamide (LSD). The sergeant Total Fort Carson actions (August) introduction of a controlled substance with intent was separated with an other than honorable Article 15s: 115 to distribute, and one specification of wrongful conditions discharge. Administrative separations: 691 use of a controlled substance in violation of Article — A staff sergeant with over eight years of service Reprimands: 12 112a, UCMJ. Punishment included reduction to the was separated from the Army after being involved Courts-martial: 2

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Veterans Day parade

Photos by Billie Garner Community members line the streets as 4th Infantry Division Soldiers and members of the Fort Carson and 4th Inf. Div. band march in the Colorado Springs Veterans Day Parade on Tejon Street in downtown Colorado Springs Saturday. 12 MOUNTAINEER — Nov. 8 , 2019

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Briefings Retirement and ETS briefings — are available at http://www.carson.army.mil/dhr/DHR/ MPD/PPB/Briefings/Transition.html? Call 526-2240/8458/2840 for details. Reassignment briefings — visit http://www.carson.army.mil/dhr/DHR/MPD/PPB/ Briefings/Levy.html. COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR Thanksgiving meals Mt. Carmel Fort Carson’s four Ivy Warrior Restaurants will serve Thanksgiving Saturday, Nov. 9, 8 am to noon meals Nov. 26 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Standard rate is $9.10 and Family All are welcome to the community health fair at Mt. Carmel this Saturday, members of corporals and below is Nov. 9, 8 am to noon. Event includes free  u shots (or vouchers), free body $6.80. All Ivy Warrior Restaurants mass index, free blood pressure screenings, a ordable blood screenings (age are cash only. 18-plus/details online) and much more. Pre-event fasting is not required, The Ivy Warrior Restaurants nor recommended. Health fair endorsed by the Colorado Medical Society, are located at: Colorado Nurses Association, and Colorado Hospital Association. • James R. Wolf, building 1444, Pre-register (not-required): www.9healthfair.com near Specker Avenue and Nelson Street • Robert C. Stack, building 2330, near Titus Boulevard and Specker Avenue • Warfighter, building 9439, near Wilderness and Warfighter roads EVENTS CALENDAR • LaRochelle, building 7481, near Devens Street and Jedburgh Drive *All events/services at no cost at Mt. Carmel unless noted Nov 8: KRDO telethon at Mt. Carmel to Nov 12: Trauma Focus Yoga, 5-6pm Honor Fallen Heroes with a Wreath: Nov 12: Acupuncture, 6:15-7:15pm www.coloradohonor.com Fort Carson Ivy Warrior Restaurants Nov 13: Wells Fargo Hiring Event, Nov 9: Health Fair for all at Mt. Carmel, 10am-3pm hours of operation 8am-noon, www.9healthfair.com Nov 13: Veteran Medicare Seminar, Friday- Monday Nov 11: Cooking Matters for Adults, 1:30-2:30pm 5:30pm (participants receive groceries Nov 13: Warriors 1st Group for Stack Closed for the lesson) justice-involved veterans, 4pm Nov 12: Courage to Change Total Health Nov 13: Art erapy, 5pm Transformation Coaching, 11am-1pm Nov 13: Pointman Ministries, 6 pm Wolf Brunch: 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov 12: Spiritual Connection Group, Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m. Nov 14: PTS Support Group, 9am Noon-1pm Nov 14: PTS Support Group, 10am Nov 12: Veteran X PTS-focus Group, Nov 14: Warfighter Closed 4:30-5:30pm Writing Workshop, 4 pm (Wilderness Road) Help Us Support Ours: LaRochelle 10th SFG(A) Closed Mt. Carmel Veterans Service provides vital career and transition assistance, behavioral health and wellness, supportive services, connection to community resources, and safe event space for veterans, military members and their families. Our non-pro t has directly Tuesday-Thursday impacted more than 5,000 unique clients in the Pikes Peak region through more than Stack Breakfast: 7-9 a.m. 20,000 client visits since 2016. Your support can play an important role and have direct impact on thousands of Veterans in our community. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m. Le n m e at Wolf Breakfast: 7-9 a.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. veteranscenter.org Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m. Warfighter Breakfast: 7:30-9 a.m. (Wilderness Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Road) Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m. Visit us at LaRochelle 10th SFG(A) Breakfast: 7-9 a.m. 530 Communication Circle, Colo Springs & SFL-TAP, 7366 Mekong St, Fort. Carson Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m. Nov. 8 , 2019 — MOUNTAINEER 13 Community Combat illness and weight gain Stay safe with healthy holiday food By Erin Cunningham and Sara Cogdill foodborne illness and weight gain. Fort Carson Army Public Health Nursing FCPH will be at the Fort Carson Commissary Nov. 15 from noon to 4:30 p.m. for the Women, Holiday food can be adventurous and fun but Infants and Children (WIC) Registration also dangerous and depressing when not prepared and Healthy Holiday Food Event. Health correctly. Contaminated food can put a damper on promotion tables will be set up with any festive celebration. subject matter experts to discuss safe The Fort Carson Department of Public holiday cooking and eating. Health (FCPH), which includes Environmental El Paso County WIC and Army Health (EH), Public Health Nursing and the Army Public Health Nursing will provide WIC Wellness Center (AWC), wants to promote a education and registration opportunities. fun holiday season that includes nutritious and WIC provides supplemental foods, health care metabolic testing, nutrition education, wellness affordable food, as well as tips on how to combat referrals, nutrition education and breastfeeding help. coaching and body composition analysis. It serves pregnant women, With the approaching holiday season, social postpartum moms and events will involve a variety of dishes but it’s children up to age 5. important to remember food safety to remain healthy. FCPH’s EH Division Most holiday parties consist of potlucks and will teach participants how food that sits out on the table for numerous hours to safely handle holiday with people going back for second servings. How foods. The EH team will do we know this food is still safe to eat? Perishable teach everyone how to foods should not be at room temperature for more properly thaw holiday than two hours. The recommendation is: when in foods, determine the doubt, throw it out. proper temperature for Another good tip is to have hand sanitizer safe food consumption and available at the table for people to use. This can demonstrate how to properly help decrease germ contamination on serving store and reheat leftovers. utensils and prevent the spread of illness. The AWC health It’s easy to over indulge in delicious desserts, educators will help but remember to eat from the five food groups and participants understand food control portion sizes to help minimize the infamous labels, the basics of shopping holiday weight gain. Check out https://www. for healthy items and planning choosemyplate.gov for more information and meals for the week. The AWC develop a holiday meal plan. has numerous activities that Visit the FCPH’s website at https://www. provide prescriptive insight evans.amedd.army.mil/Services/43/Public-Health or Stock image into weight management, call 526-9929 for more information.

130 kids trick-or-treat

Photos by Eric E. Parris Left: Kristen Kea, right, Army Community Service (ACS) division chief, hands out small toys to kids at the fifth annual ACS Exceptional Family Member Program trick-or-treat event Oct. 31 at the ACS Center. The event had a “Toy Story” theme with a sensory friendly environment for children with developmental disabilities. ACS staff members and volunteers handed out toys to about 130 children who came through the building. Some of the staff members and volunteers were dressed as Rex, Mr. Potato Head and Woody from the “Toy Story” movie. Above: Rex greets trick or treaters at the fifth annual ACS EFMP trick-or-treat event Oct. 31. The halls in the center were decorated with characters from the “Toy Story” movie. 14 MOUNTAINEER — Nov. 8 , 2019

Editors note: Community See www.fortcarsonmountaineer.com for the complete list of Briefs community briefs.

Claims to the estate • Michael Rose, DFMWR EFMP briefings which discuss the Pfc. Katrina M. Donelson — With • Roy B. Martinez Jr., IMCOM Family member travel screening deepest regret to the Family of the Directorate of Plans, Training, process for overseas assignments deceased. Anyone having claims Mobilization, and Security and address questions regarding against or indebtedness to her estate (DPTMS)/range operations the program. The briefings take should call Chief Warrant Officer 2 • Jennifer C. Vallance, U.S. Army place Mondays, excluding federal Rolando L. Torres at 719-524-1076. Space and Missile Defense holidays, from 8:30-9 a.m. in Sgt. Alexis Sanchez — With deepest Command (USASMDC), G6 Policy the Woods Soldier Family Care regret to the Family of the deceased. and Accreditation Branch Center, room 1004, next to Anyone having claims against or • Rhonda L. Welles, USASMDC, Starbucks. indebtedness to his estate should Task Force Eagle, satellite Soldier Readiness Center call 1st Lt. Peter M. Roffo at communication directorate, pharmacy — located in the 781-974-7452. wideband division, plans Mountain Post Soldier Center Any Army appropriated fund civilian at 6351 Wetzel Ave., building Of note employee wishing to donate annual leave 1525, room 402, is open for Update to education benefits — Post 9-11 to a listed employee, must complete the pharmacy services. All TRICARE GI Bill transferability extension — The OPM Form 630a at http://www.opm. beneficiaries can fill new initial transferability deadline has been gov/Forms/pdf(underscore)fill/opm630a. prescriptions and pick up refills extended to Jan. 12. The transfer of Post pdf. If a non-Army appropriated fund at this location. The pharmacy is 9/11 VA education benefits will be limited civilian employee from another federal open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to service members with less than 16 years agency (VA, AF, DOD, Interior, etc.) is to 4:30 p.m. of time in service (TIS). Service members interested in donating, he must complete Army Wellness Center classes are still required to have at least six years the OPM Form 630b at http://www.opm. — Upping your Metabolism TIS to transfer to Family Members, and gov/Forms/pdf(underscore)fill/opm630b. is every Monday and Friday at must serve an additional four-year service pdf and provide to his civilian personnel/ 9:45 a.m. and Wednesday at obligation from the date of transfer. HR office for annotation. Both forms must 2:15 p.m. Fueling for Health Soldiers still serving who received a then be forwarded to Clinton Moss Jr. of the is every third Tuesday at 9:45 Purple Heart on or after Sept. 11, 2001, Fort Carson Civilian Personnel Advisory a.m. Meals in Minutes is every can submit a transfer of education benefits Center (CPAC) by fax at 526-7541 or by second and fourth Tuesday at request regardless of years served or years email to [email protected] with 9:45 a.m. Healthy Sleep Habits of retainability. For more details, attend the subject line “VLTP.” Call 526-3641 for is every first and third Thursday the Fort Carson Education Center GI Bill more information. Employees experiencing at 9:45 a.m. Stress Management only. Call 526-2124 to schedule, as briefing held each Thursday from 10-11 a medical emergency (personal or Family is every second and fourth Thursday at there is limited availability a.m. in building 1012, room 138. For member) who will exhaust their leave 9:45 a.m. Stay Fit, Home and Away is Computer lab (room 103): more information, call 526-2124. Don’t balances quickly should contact the CPAC every second Tuesday at 9:45 a.m. The • Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. miss your opportunity — apply early. Management Employee Relations team. Retire Strong class is currently under Army personnel testing: Transfer application is available at https:// construction. Performance Triad, P3 and • For inquiries, to schedule an exam, or milconnect.dmdc.osd.mil/milconnect/. General announcements Tactical Sleep for Sustained Operations to pick up results, visit the reception Voluntary leave transfer — The Do you want access to your medical classes are by request. Classes are and administrative office in room 138. following Fort Carson serviced records? Before making a trip to subject to change. Call 526-3887 for BSEP/GT prep (building 1011, room 111): employees have been approved to Evans Army Community Hospital, more information, reserve a seat or sign • Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m. to noon and receive donated leave due to an consider logging into TRICARE up for classes. 1-4 p.m. (closed Friday) emergency medical condition: online and accessing its “Blue Button” Education Center has moved to Weekly briefing schedule (must sign in at • Christopher D. Carneal, Directorate feature. Securely view, download building 1012 — room 138 at least 15 minutes prior): of Emergency Services (DES) and print medical profiles, lab results, • Parking is at Specker Avenue and ETS (attendance mandatory to out-process; • Dana D. Carneal, DES immunizations and vital signs for the Long Street pick one session): • Martin Flores, DES patient and family members under the • Full services are available for • Monday or Friday: 8:30-9:30 a.m. or • Jake Parry, U.S. Army Medical age of 12. To conveniently view medical active-duty Soldiers; limited services 2-3 p.m.; Tuesday: 2-3 p.m. Department Activity-Fort Carson, records, visit https://www.tricareonline. are available for Family members, • College 101: Tuesday or Thursday: Dugway Proving Ground com. Proceed to “Health Record,” then DA civilians and veterans 8:30-9:30 a.m. • Debra K. Garcia, U.S. Army Space “Download My Data” to access medical Hours: • GI Bill: Thursday 10-11 a.m. Brigade records. The Correspondence (Release Reception, administration, check-in Visit the on-post, full-service college offices • Diane L. Gilstrap, Directorate of of Information) Office in the Patient (room 138): (Colorado State University-Pueblo, Human Resources (DHR) Administration Division hours are • Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, the • Jeffrey Morris, U.S. Army Installation Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 4:30 p.m. University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, Management Command 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; closed federal Army education counselors: Pikes Peak Community College, and the • Melissa L. Gratton, DHR holidays. Call 526-0890 for details. • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 9 a.m. TRiO office (FAFSA and financial aid • Mary R. Koziol, Directorate of Family Exceptional Family Member Program to 3:30 p.m.; Friday: 1-3:30 p.m. assistance)); building 1012, second floor. and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (EFMP) screenings — Evans Army (walk-in only; no appointments) (DFMWR) Community Hospital holds weekly • Friday: 9 a.m. to noon; by appointment See briefs on Page 20

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Although the result wasn’t what Army football fans would have liked — a victory over Air Force in the game Saturday at the academy, the Army fans had a great time at the Mountain Post Nov. 1. The U.S. Military Academy at West Point football team came to Colorado Springs to begin the first step in earning the commander-in-chief (CIC) trophy competition against the Air Force Academy. The Black Knights came into the contest a bit short handed as numerous members of the football team were battling injuries, some of whom could not compete in the game. Because of this, Air Force was favored to win the game, but convincing Army fans was a different story. On a chilly and windy night, football fans gathered at The Hub on post Nov. 1 to hold a pep rally and bonfire to set the mood for the game the next day. One speaker after another expressed supreme confidence that the Black Knights would overcome the odds and win the contest, and the chilled fans warmed up the event with applause and enthusiasm with each speaker’s confidence. The Army band and cheerleaders fired up the chilled crowd as well and all that was left was the traditional burning of a statue of the Air Force Falcon. As the Fort Carson Fire Department set the bonfire, loud cheers went up as the Falcon was engulfed in smoke and flames, symbolizing Army’s desire to win the big game. Each of the nation’s service academy football teams played a season within a season. Air Force came into the game with a 6-2 record while the Black Knights came into the game with a 3-5 record. But none of that mattered to either team as it prepared for the game on a beautiful Saturday afternoon. Army fans knew that no matter what the outcome of the game, its game in December with the U.S. Naval Academy would settle the CIC trophy race. But just like the enthusiasm Army fans showed during the tailgating outside the stadium, the football team was in no mood to concede the contest to Air Force. During the pregame warmups the Army team was all business. Similarly, Air Force was business-like with very little of the normal pregame chatter. Army was the first team out of the tunnel and onto the field as is customary for the visiting team. Things quickly got serious as Air Force lined up in the tunnel for its entrance onto the field. As the Falcons came into the stadium, every member of the Army team came within 10 feet of the approaching Falcons to let them know it was going to be a long afternoon as pleasantries were exchanged among the players. It looked like it was going to be a good day for the Black Knights as they dominated the first half of play, taking a 6-3 lead into the locker room. Air Force outscored the Black Knights 14-7 in the second half to secure the victory and Photo by Walt Johnson Above: The U.S. Military place Army in a must win situation when it meets Navy in order to retain the CIC Left: Fort Carson Soldiers trophy since an Army victory would give each service academy a 1-1 record. In Academy at West Point and Family members roast football team takes the the case of each team having the same record in service academy play, the team marshmallows and enjoy a that last won the trophy keeps it. field at the U.S. Air Force fire while waiting for Academy in Saturday. the Army pep rally to start Nov. 1. at The Hub. Below: Members of the Colorado Springs community take the oath of enlistment Saturday at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs.

Photo by Sgt. Daphney Black Above: Soldiers, Families and members of the Fort Carson community participate in a Right: The West Point Black hula hoop contest at the Knights mascot, “Army 4th Infantry Division’s Mule” engages Soldiers Pep Rally at The Hub Nov. 1. and their Families during the 4th Infantry Division’s Photo by Walt Johnson Pep Rally at The Hub Nov. 1. Photo by Sgt. Daphney Black Photo by Walt Johnson 18 MOUNTAINEER — Nov. 8 , 2019 Jump in pits, help someone in need Commentary by Capt. Matthew Runals feathers but he couldn’t lift himself up from the hole. we need a little boost to get out of our pits, and Chaplain, 2nd Battalion, 77th Field Artillery Regiment, “Help!” cried the bunny again, and to his delight sometimes you may be that bunny someone else 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division a raccoon came. needs. You can make a tremendous impact on others “Can you help me?” pleaded the bunny. “I can’t if you are willing to do more than toss feathers or A bunny was hopping through the woods when help you because my arms are too short to reach, stretch tiny arms to others in need. he fell into a deep, dark hole. The bunny became but let me find someone else.” God has created you with gifts and abilities to terrified when he realized the hole was too steep to In desperation the little bunny called for help one help others in need but sometimes you need to be escape. So the bunny grew in fear. more time. All of a sudden another bunny hopped willing to jump into a pit. Be actively engaged in As his eyes adjusted to the low light, he could into the hole, smiling at the first bunny. your church, chapel Family, unit and community see there were two trails but he couldn’t tell if one “Oh no, now we are both trapped,” said the because your Family, your friends and your would lead him to safety or a hungry mouth. As first bunny. “No, it’s okay, I was trapped here once, brothers- and sisters-in-arms may need you more time passed the little and I know the way out; follow me.” than you can imagine. bunny grew in dread that Too often we are scared to ask for help or even The word of God inspires us to support others he would not get out. be honest with those around us. Perhaps you have who need a little boost. Risking being caught by a asked for help in the past but received little or no “But encourage one another daily, as long as predator he cried for help. assistance, which may have caused you to doubt it is called today, so that none of you may be “Help! I’m stuck,” whether anyone cares or notices your struggle. hardened by sin’s deceitfulness,” (Hebrews 3:13). the bunny cried. Or maybe you have become overwhelmed with “Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way, you A little bird life and feel no one could relate to what you will fulfill the law of Christ,” (Galatians 6:2). came to him and are going through. Unfortunately, depression, “Above all, love each other deeply, because love said, “here are some anxiety, disassociation and even doubt can covers over a multitude of sins. Offer hospitality to feathers to help you strangle any attempt you make to seek help or see one another without grumbling. Each of you should fly out,” and the bird your own value. use whatever gift you have received to serve others, flew away. The little God places birds, raccoons, bunnies and even as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various bunny tried to flap the other people in our life for a reason. Sometimes forms,” (1 Peter 4:8-10).

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Chapel Briefs Chapel schedule Facebook — Search “Fort Carson Chaplains Catholic (Religious Support Office)” for events and schedules. Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel • Sunday, 9 a.m., Mass, 526-8583 Healer Chapel Chapel NeXt — meets at 10 a.m. Sunday at Carson 6333 Martinez Street, • Sunday, 10:30 a.m., religious edu- Evans Army Community Hospital Middle School. Enter off of Harr Avenue and drive building 1500 cation, 524-2458 • Sunday. 11 a.m., Mass, behind the school, look for signs. Contemporary worship, • Saturday, 3:15-3:45 p.m., • Sunday, 11 a.m., Mass, 526-8583 526-7386 children’s ministry and biblical preaching is offered reconciliation, 526-8583 • Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, • Monday-Thursday and first Friday during both services. Visit the Chapel NeXt Facebook • Saturday, 4 p.m., Mass, Friday, 11:45 a.m., Mass, of month, noon, page at https://www.facebook.com/#!/chapelnextfortcarson 526-8583 526-8583 Mass, 526-7386 for details. • Sunday, 8:15-8:45 a.m., • Wednesday, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Religious Education class — Classes are held reconciliation, 526-8583 CWOC, 526-5769 from 10:30-11:50 a.m. throughout the school year for preschool (at least 4 years old) through high school. Registration is also being held for adults seeking to be Protestant Latter-day Saints confirmed in the Catholic church. These classes are Healer Chapel (general protestant) The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Sacrament Service is held on a weeknight. Contact Pat Treacy at 524-2458 or Evans Army Community Hospital held at Veterans Chapel, building 2359, corner of Titus and Magrath [email protected] for details. • Sunday, 9 a.m., worship, 526-7386 avenues, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday. It includes the Sacrament Meeting, Sunday school and auxiliary. Come worship Christ, partake of Catholic Women of the Chapel — meets Wednesday from the Holy Sacrament and strengthen one another in the faith. All are wel- 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel; call Heather Prussman Chapel (gospel) come. Contact Capt. Benjamin Reed, chaplain, at 524-1741, 235-3606 or Kershner at 352-231-1088 or email [email protected]. Barkeley Avenue and Prussman [email protected]. Protestant Women of the Chapel — meets Tuesday Boulevard, building 1850 from 9-11 a.m. at the Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel, building • Sunday, 9:30 a.m., Sunday school, Buddhist 1500. Sasha Moen can be reached at 845-392-8425. 526-5744 Worshippers are led to strengthen both mind and body through Native American prayer/spiritual services — • Sunday, 11 a.m., gospel, 526-9640 chanting, meditation, dharma discussion and observing the five precepts The He Ska Akicita (White Mountain Warriors) hosts Friday at 11:30 a.m. at the Family Life Center, building 1659 (at Barkeley Inipi (sweat lodge) services at Turkey Creek Ranch Avenue and Prussman Boulevard). Contact Capt. Somya Malasri at Provider Chapel (general protestant) 526-2428, 562-395-2688 or [email protected] for details. on a biweekly basis. Services provided inside and Barkeley Avenue and Ellis Street, outside the sweat lodge include prayer and purification, building 1350 spiritual and emotional support, and more to military • Sunday, 9:30 a.m., bible study Eastern Orthodox members. The ceremonies are conducted in traditional • Sunday, 11 a.m., worship, 524-4316 Fort Carson does not offer Eastern Orthodox services on post. Call 719-473-9238 for off-post services. Lakota style — they are not New Age or Earth-based ceremonies. There is no charge to attend the Inipi. Contact Chapel NeXt (contemporary) Jewish Michael Hackwith at 285-5240 for more information Carson Middle School, Fort Carson does not offer Jewish services on post. Contact the U.S. Air off Harr Avenue and protocols. Chaplain sponsor is Capt. Charlene Force Academy Chapel for Jewish services information at 333-2636. Cheney, 53rd Signal Battalion, who can be reached at • Sunday 10 a.m., 526-8889 The chapel is located at 2346 Academy Place on the academy. [email protected]. • Tuesday, 9:30 a.m., 524-2458 Knights of Columbus — a Catholic group for men Islamic 18 and older, meets at 10:30 a.m. the second Sunday of Fort Carson does not offer Islamic services on post. Contact the the month at Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel; call 526-5769. Islamic Society at 2125 N. Chestnut St., 632-3364, for information. Spanish Bible Study — meets at Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel 7 p.m. Wednesdays; call Ted Garcia at 205-3076. Nov. 8 , 2019 — MOUNTAINEER 19

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Community briefs From Page 14 Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group — Evans Army Community Hospital has begun a Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group for Families experiencing grief from miscarriage, stillbirths or infant loss. The group meets the third Monday of each CTU PATRIOT month from 3-5 p.m. at Mulligan’s Grill inside the Cheyenne Shadows Golf Club. Coffee and cookies will be provided. Mount Carmel Veterans Service Center at SFL-TAP is open weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to SCHOLARSHIP 4:30 p.m. — Mount Carmel employment and transition team, in partnership with SFL-TAP, offers career services for transitioning Soldiers, Family members and veterans at a new office. The office is located in building 6237, room 115, SFL-TAP. Services include no-cost transition or job seeker assistance and access to paid internships, veteran benefits support, Colorado Technical University is committed to supporting the supportive and behavioral health services, financial counseling, support groups, discounted educational needs of U.S. armed services members, veterans professional clothing and more. Call 526-8758 or visit https://veteranscenter.org/. The Directorate of Public Works (DPW) offers a two-day Facility Management Class and their families. As part of this commitment, we annually — training is for military and civilian facility managers on the installation to help them award 50 full-tuition scholarships to those whose lives have understand their roles in maintaining buildings. The class instruction includes all aspects been altered due to injury while serving in the U.S. Armed of facility management and is offered once a month, Tuesday through Wednesday from Forces. To date, we have awarded 550 scholarships totaling 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in building 1219, room 311. For information about DPW Facility Management Program, email [email protected] or call 526-4320. over $11 million since 2008. Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group — Evans Army Community Hospital has begun a Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group for Families experiencing This Veterans Day, we honor all those who serve, and with grief from miscarriage, stillbirths or infant loss. The group meets the third Monday great appreciation for their service and sacrifice, we announce of each month from 3-5 p.m. at Mulligan’s Grill inside the Cheyenne Shadows the 2020 recipients of the CTU Patriot Scholarship: Golf Club. Coffee and cookies will be provided. Veterinary clinic hours — The Veterinary Center, 1535 Sheridan Ave., building 6190, is open 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday and closed on federal NICOLE ALEXANDER, KS ERIN KYLE, NC holidays. The center offers wellness exams, vaccinations, microchip implan­tation, dental appointments and sick call as well as some surgeries, including spaying and STEVEN ALVARADO, CO ANDREA LARIOS, AZ neutering. It also has X-ray, ultrasound and other advanced imaging capabilities. CHRISTINE BEVAN, CO JOHN LOPEZ, TX Call 526-3803/4520 for information or to make an appointment. Civilian Assistance Services — provides short-term assistance to Department of the WAYNE BROWN, VA DALE LOUDERMILK, MN Army civilian employees, active-duty spouses and Family members, and retired RACHEL CLARK, VA WENDY MADISON, NC military personnel and eligible family members with adult living problems, substance use concerns and issues affecting workplace productivity and well-being. Work site MELANIE COFFEY, TX SARAH MAI, FL interventions are offered and consultation­ is available to supervisors­ and managers regarding workplace matters. Services are free to eligible civilians and DA civilian PAULA COOPER, CO MARYELLA MAJETICH, FL employees. Services are made available through the Fort Carson Employee Assistance ANNE CUNLIFFE, CO EMILY MATHER, OH Program located at 1638 Elwell St., building 6236, room 210. Call 526-2196 for a confidential inquiry. WADE DANFORTH, OH TANYA MILLER, DE Missed hospital appointments — When someone is a no-show for a medical appointment, it means two people missed out on that appointment. A habitual no-show can take up to DONNY DAUGHENBAUGH, TX ROBERT MOEN, CO five slots with rebooking their appointments, denying several patients the opportunity AMANDA DOVE, FL MONICA JONES, CO to receive the care they need. Evans Army Community Hospital beneficiaries have four ways to cancel an appointment. They can call the clinic, the Patient Access System CATHERINE DRIGGS, CO LEIA MORGAN, CO appointment line at 526-CARE (2273), online at TRICARE Online or via phone when AKILAH EVANS-PIGFORD, PA ROSIO OCHOA, TX the automated AudioCARE calls a few days before the appointment. Lactation support — Call 526-0330 to schedule an outpatient lactation support ADONES FLORES, CO SHAYNA O’KELLEY, KY appointment Monday-Friday between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. at the Mountain Post Birthing Center, located on the third floor of Evans Army Community Hospital. JOHN GARRETT, CO SARAH PACHE, CO Breastfeeding classes are available on the first Thursday of each month from JAMES GROSS, CO KEITH PARKER, NC 4-6 p.m. in the OB-GYN classroom. Significant others are encouraged to attend these events. Call 526-7172 to register for the breastfeeding classes. MARK HELM, IL ELISA PATTERSON, CO Patient satisfaction surveys — The Department of Health Affairs mails Joint Outpatient NICHOLAS HINE, CA MICHAEL SCHWEITZER, VA Experience Survey (JOES). Select patients will receive the surveys about 72 hours after their appointments. These surveys provide direct feedback to health care providers JACQUE HOBBS, MS ERIC SIGNOR, CO to improve quality of care, patient experience and satisfaction. JOES also provides additional funds to Evans Army Community Hospital for every survey returned to DELIA HOLMAN, NV JENNELLE SILKERT, OH increase beneficiary access to care, satisfaction, safety and quality of care. ELIZABETH HUDDLESTON, CO KAROLYN SMITH, CA After-hours hospital access — Access to Evans Army Community Hospital from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. is limited to the Emergency Room entrance. The Emergency Room entrance SCOTT JANSSEN, NM ELIZABETH SNELL, MI is on the hospital’s north side and is open 24/7. Nurse advice line — is a toll-free number that puts beneficiaries in contact with a team JASON JORDAN, VA ANNALYN STEFFEN, CO of registered nurses who can answer urgent health care questions 24/7. Nurses will JAMES KAILIE, MD LESLEY WAYMAN, CO assess the medical condition and give professional advice to treat the condition at home or refer for an acute appointment. The nurse advice line can be reached at SOPHIA KNOLLE, CA ERLINA WEATHERS, VA 800-TRICARE (874-2273), option 1. VIN verification — Colorado Vehicle Identification Number verifications are conducted at the Fort Carson Police Station, building 2700, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Friday. VISIT Coloradotech.edu/CTUPatriot 4th Infantry Division Gift Shop — has a variety of division and customizable unit- specific merchandise available. The gift shop is open 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday- Thursday in The Hub, building 1532. TRICARE Online — is a secure web portal that allows users to make, change or cancel appointments at military hospitals or clinics, including same-day appointments. It also lets users view radiology and lab results, medication profiles and immunization records. Users can also use the system to refill prescriptions for military hospital or clinic pharmacy pickup. Visit https://www.tricareonline.com to create an account. JAG assists with name change, adoption — The Legal Assistance Office provides help in adult name changes and simple stepparent adoptions. The office cannot provide court representation but can furnish the necessary documents and procedural information. Call 526-5572 for details. VIN verification — Colorado Vehicle Identification Number verifications are conducted at the Fort Carson Police Station, building 2700, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Friday. Ambulance service — Post officials urge community members to contact emergency 4435 N. Chestnut Street | Colorado Springs, CO 80907 personnel by calling 911 instead of driving personal vehicles to the emergency room. In University grants or scholarships are based on established criteria as published in the university’s catalog and are awarded after verification that the conditions of eligibility. REQ1480317 10-19 the event of a life- or limb-threatening emergency, skilled paramedics and ambulance crew will be able to administer critical care and aid. Contact the Emergency Department at 526-7111 for more information. Nov. 8 , 2019 — MOUNTAINEER 21 At Ease Festival Sugar Plum Bazaar perfect for holiday shopping The ninth annual Holiday Sugar Plum Bazaar is Nov. 23-24 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Denver Merchandise Market. The bazaar is a maker’s market featuring over 120 vendors from multiple states. All vendors are small independent businesses and approximately 95 percent of the items sold are handmade or vintage. Unique gifts and finds are available throughout the market. There is a selection of vendors that sell items including jewelry, pottery, art, essential oils, clothing, food products, holiday décor and more. Online reviews say the previous craft fairs have been unique and included homemade items from small business owners. A previous patron said that she has made the bazaar a holiday shopping tradition, and another said she was able to find perfect holiday gifts. Last year, the first 25 adults each day got a “swag bag” that Stock image included festive items like a holiday ornament, earrings, a book, shopping and services; food and Travel distance parking is free; goods and products coupons and more. drink; and sports and recreation. 74 miles vary in price In 2011, the bazaar won the The event and parking are free. Best of Denver award. The award The event is both handicap and Hours Contact is determined by a team of Denver stroller accessible. Nov. 23, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Denver Merchandise Market Westword editorial contributors and Register online for your free ticket Nov. 24, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 451 E. 58th Ave., staffers, along with their readers, at https://www.sugarplumbazaar.com/ Denver, CO 80216 to weigh in on the best of Denver, events/sugar-plum-bazaar-2019/form. Price [email protected] including: arts and entertainment; Compiled by Amber Martin. Register online for a free ticket; 303-906-3610

Eats Enjoy continental cuisine in Woodland Park Anyone who’s ever visited Germany or The Swiss Chalet also has a room Switzerland may feel like they’re visiting a restaurant available for special overnight stays. in the Alps when stopping at the Swiss Chalet in the There’s a room above the restaurant that small town of Woodland Park, about a half hour’s can be reserved, and includes breakfast drive west on Highway 24. with the chef. With mountains in sight, the restaurant looks right Compiled by Nel Lampe. at home, built in an alpine style, flying a Swiss flag. The restaurant was built in 1962, by a couple who Travel distance were from Switzerland, said the Swiss Chalet’s current 24 miles owner, Neil Levy. Diners frequently tell Levy they feel like they Hours are dining in a restaurant in Germany or Switzerland, Listed above especially when seated outside on the patio during nice weather with a view of the mountains. Price Dining inside the restaurant can also feel like Menu items begin at $6.95 being in the Alps, with the sturdy wooden chairs and tables and varnished wood walls and its décor, and a Contact fire burning in the fireplace. Swiss Chalet The Swiss Chalet serves fine continental cuisine, 19263 E. Highway 24 including authentic Swiss dishes in the comfortable Woodland Park, CO 80863 dining room that seats about 60 diners. 719-687-2001 Levy, a Woodland Park resident, began working at Photos by Nel Lampe the Swiss Chalet in 1991. His dream came true when The view of he purchased the restaurant and the home next door mountains from eight years later. He continues the legacy of serving a the Swiss Chalet continental menu, listed on a chalkboard menu. restaurant Open for lunch, Tuesday-Sunday 11:30 a.m. to in Woodland 2:30 p.m., with a menu that includes Swiss onion soup Park reminds ($6.95) and a cup of soup and half a sandwich for some visitors of $14.95. Sandwich choices include a Reuben on rye, Switzerland and smoked salmon, veal bratwurst and a burger. There Germany. are several salad choices on the menu. There’s always a schnitzel or salmon entrée on the menu along with several other choices. The Swiss Chalet Awesome desserts include a Swiss chocolate crepe, restaurant in Woodland crème brulee, chocolate cake and apple pie ala mode. Park provides a dining Dinner is served Tuesday-Saturday, 5-9 p.m., and experience reminiscent Sunday, 5-8 p.m. of a visit to the Alps. 22 MOUNTAINEER — Nov. 8 , 2019

Editors note: the holiday season Nov. 23 at the At Ease See www.fortcarsonmountaineer.com for the complete list of beyond the Broadmoor Seven Falls, 1045 Lower gate briefs. Gold Camp Road, from 10 a.m. to Beyond the gate 8 p.m. The annual event is in its 5th year and will feature Santa and Mrs. University of Colorado Colorado Springs Traditional Victorian or fancy dress Enjoy a murder mystery train or a fun Claus. There will be treats and hot is hosting a USATri60 Saturday at attire is suggested but not required. Call lunch while you view the sights along its chocolate. The lights will illuminate at 8 a.m. The triathlon is open to the 719-685-1011 or 719-884-4109 to make path. Book trips online and view fares 5:30 p.m. Children can write a letter to community, and veterans and active-duty reservations. Make reservations before and menus at https://royalgorgeroute. Santa or search for prizes and candy at members with DOD identification get Nov. 22, when cards will be charged. com/ or call 719-276-4000. Plan your the Elf Scavenger Hunt at the Creekside a discount. General public admission The Denver Zoo, at 2300 Steele St., has visit early. Don’t miss out. Pavilion from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. There is $40, but email [email protected] many events on the horizon, and its • Santa Express train runs Nov. 14 to will also be other events throughout for a promotion code. The triathlon summer hours are in effect, 9 a.m. Dec. 30 at 9:15 a.m., 12:30, 4:30, 6 and the day including a “selfie station.” will be indoors and events will include: to 5 p.m. Admission is $20 for adults 7:30 p.m. The 9:15 a.m. train will offer Tickets will only be available the day 10-minute swim, 30-minute stationary (ages 12-64), seniors (65 and older) are breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus. of the event. Call 719-476-6708 for bike and 20-minute treadmill. All $17, children (3-11) are $14 and kids Get tickets at https://royalgorgeroute. more information. participants will receive a swim (2 and under) are free. The next free day com/santa-express-train/. Blossoms of Light is at the Denver Botanic cap, swim goggles, a USA Triathlon is Friday. The zoo is open year-round • A special New Year’s Eve dinner will Gardens, 1007 York St. in Denver. drawstring backpack, T-shirt and a with the exception of Thanksgiving Day include a three-hour long trip Dec. 31 The event happens over multiple dates finisher medal. For registration, course and Christmas Day. with a departure of 6:30 p.m. Tickets beginning Nov. 29 and ending Jan. 3. information and packet pickup, visit • Zoo Lights is Nov. 29 to Dec. 31 are either $134, for a dome dinner, or The annual holiday lights extravaganza https://www.uccs.edu/usatri60!. Explore the Celestial Seasonings Tea $159 for a murder mystery. Attendees transforms the York Street location into a A 2019 Affaire Holiday Open House will Factory in Boulder for a free factory must be at least 21 years old. twinkling winter wonderland. There will be at Sweet William Antique Mall at tour. From raw ingredients to finished • Spirits through the gorge has trains be a 360-degree immersive light experience, 2109 Broadway in Colorado Springs, products, learn all about the world of tea running Jan. 19 to Feb. 23 every as well as a brighter display that is more Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The and see how the products are blended, Sunday at 12:30 p.m. Must be 21 to expansive. Dinner, holiday treats, warm event is an annual event with food and packaged and shipped. The factory is at participate in this ride. drinks and a souvenir reusable mug will sales in time for the holidays. 4600 Sleepytime Drive in Boulder. Call • Only three special Valentine’s train be available for purchase. Entry is timed Colorado Country Christmas is Friday- 303-581-1266 for more information. Tours rides will be available Feb. 14-16. to avoid congestion. Member tickets cost Sunday at the Colorado Springs Event are Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., There are various options for lunch, between $14-19 and nonmembers are Center, 3960 Palmer Park Blvd. The and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There dinner, pricing and dates. Visit $16-21, depending on dates. event will be a shopping experience for is an art gallery and a tea shop to explore https://royalgorgeroute.com/ Bear Creek Nature Center’s annual the entire family, and there will be gift while on the grounds. The factory is special-events/valentinesdaytrain/ holiday celebration is Dec. 6 from 5-8 ideas; arts and crafts; ceramics; candles; closed most major holidays. Visit http:// for more information. p.m. at 245 Bear Creek Road. Walk on toys and much more. Big Paps’s Grill www.celestialseasonings.com/visit-us/tea- The Stargazers Theater has some big luminary-lit nature trails, enjoy live music, will be releasing a secret Christmas tour for a list of major holiday closures and events coming up at 10 S. Parkside chili dinner, hot chocolate, cookies and menu with items such as “gobble til’ you a list of need to know items before a visit. Drive, Colorado Springs. To see a visit with Santa Claus. Local artists from wobble” barbecue, pulled pork nachos The Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at list of all events at the theater, visit Pikes Peak Artist Collective art studio or “son of a nutcracker” Frito pie. For Colorado College, 30 West Dale Street, http://www.stargazerstheatre.com/ will provide the materials and guidance more information, call 719-637-3960 or has much to offer and many events on upcoming-events. Call 719-476-2200 to decorate a luminaria bag to take home. email [email protected]. its calendar. The museum has a shop and for more information. The cost is $5 per member and $6 for Winterfest at the Norris Penrose Center performances, but also has an eatery, which Vintage Market Days of Colorado nonmembers. Register online at https:// is Nov. 16 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The is open for lunch but dinner requires a Springs: “Deck the Halls” is Nov. 22 communityservices.elpasoco.com/ 2019 Winterfest will feature more than reservation. Military members are offered a at 10 a.m. to Nov. 24 at 4 p.m. at 1045 nature-centers/ or call 719-520-6387. 100 vendors, and military will get a $1 discount of $5 entry. For more information Lower Gold Camp Road. The event is Festival of Lights: a family fun day is at discount. Get holiday shopping done early. call 719-634-5581 or visit https://fac. a holiday shopping experience, featuring the Colorado Springs Pioneers Rue de Noel is Nov. 15-16 at the Douglas coloradocollege.edu for more information. vendors from the Colorado area, as well Museum, 215 S. Tejon St., Dec. 7 from County Events Center in Castle Rock. This Saturday at 10 a.m. the museum is as artisans and makers from nearly 20 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is free and There is free parking and admission. free. Other events include: other states. Each vendor will feature will have crafts and other activities. The The two-day indoor holiday market goes • “Tiny Beautiful Things,” Friday at its choice of true vintage goods, antiques, tradition has been happening for more from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 7:30 p.m. original art, clothing, jewelry, handmade than 30 years. The parade is at 5:50 p.m. Victorian Christmas High Tea is Nov. 29 • Museum free day is Saturday and Nov. 15 treasures, home décor, outdoor and the museum will serve free cookies at the Miramont Castle Queen’s Parlor • “The Sound of Music,” Dec. 12 at furnishings, consumable yummies, and hot cocoa. Tea Room, 9 Capitol Hill Ave. in 7:30 p.m. seasonal plantings and so much more. Christmas begins in Manitou: a community Manitou Springs. The event begins Nov. • “Bridges of Madison County,” Feb. 13 There will also be a food truck area. For parade will begin at 6 p.m. Dec. 14. 29 at 10:30 a.m. and goes until Dec. 1 at at 7:30 p.m. more information, visit https://www. The Christmas spectacle will usher in 4 p.m. advanced registration is required. “The Story of Us” is currently at the coloradosprings.vintagemarketdays.com. the festive spirit in Manitou Springs. Adults cost $37.50 (tax and gratuity Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum The Denver Mart is hosting a Sugar The 11th annual Noon Year’s Eve will be included). Children (up to 8 years) are at 215 S. Tejon St. The exhibit takes a Plum Bazaar Nov. 23 from 1-9 p.m. Dec. 31 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the $20 (tax and gratuity included). Enjoy look at the history of Colorado Springs, and Nov. 24 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pikes Peak Children’s Museum. The a large scone with three toppings, a from A to Z. Other exhibits in the free at The McNichols Building, 144 W. event will feature a balloon drop, character fresh seasonal fruit course, four tea museum depict the history of Colorado Colfax Ave. in Denver. Visit https:// dance, face painting and more. sandwiches, four tea desserts and 2 pots Springs and the area. It is open 9 a.m. www.sugarplumbazaar.com for Jeff Dunham will be at the Broadmoor of tea with flavors of your choosing. to 5 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday. more information. World Arena, 3185 Venetucci Blvd., Child meals are slightly smaller, and The Royal Gorge Route Railroad hosts The Seven Falls Winter Lights will April 5 at 3 p.m. The stand-up comedian are more catered toward a child’s palate. many themed events aboard its cars. kick off the illumination to start is an American ventriloquist. Nov. 8 , 2019 — MOUNTAINEER 23 24 MOUNTAINEER — Nov. 8 , 2019

Editors note: a red head pin and win a free game. At Ease See www.fortcarsonmountaineer.com for the complete list of within the gate briefs. Games are $2 and shoe rental is $2.50. • 50 cent games, hot dogs and shoes Within the gate — Tuesdays from 6-9 p.m., minimum $3 purchase. Fill the Field Challenge Week ends Winter Wonderland: tree lighting and Sports and Fitness Center. Meetings • “Mommy and Me Bowling” — kids Monday in honor of Veterans Day. Santa’s workshop is Dec. 6-7 at the are held on the second floor in room receive a free game of bowling and Complete several fitness challenges William “Bill” Reed Special Events 209. Weigh-in is from 5-5:45 p.m. and there’s $1 coffee specials for mommies in exchange for entry into a prize Center, 6550 Specker Ave., building 1829. the meeting is from 6-7 p.m. First Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon. drawing and a flag being placed Slippery Santa Warrior Challenge is Dec. meeting is free. Participants must • Family Day — Get $1 games and $2 outside of the facility. Fitness 7 from 4-6 p.m. at the Ivy Physical present military identification or shoes Wednesday from 1-11 p.m. activities are free. There will be a Fitness Center indoor pool. Dress as government identification at fitness Call 526-5542 for more information. prize drawing Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. Santa Claus and complete the inflatable center front desk. Call Debby Beck at Subscribe to the DFMWR mailing list For more information visit https:// obstacle course while it’s floating on the 392-8582 for more information. to receive emails about upcoming carson.armymwr.com/calendar/event/ water. The cost is $3 per person. Call Thunder Alley Bowling Center offers events and activities on post. Visit fill-field-challenge-week/3514177/43597. 524-2329 for more information. the following weekly specials: https://carson.armymwr.com; click A winter craft event is being held for adults Army Community Service holds • Cosmic bowling — Unlimited on the “Mailing List” icon and select only at the Grant Library Nov. 16 from “Boot Camp for New Dads” the first bowling and $2 shoe rental Friday categories of interest. 11 a.m. to noon. There are only 10 slots Tuesday of each month from 9 a.m. from 9:30-11:45 p.m.; $9 for adults Iron Horse Sports and Fitness Center available and no children are allowed due to noon. The interactive and engaging and $8 for children; and Saturday holds a climbing wall monthly to safety concerns. The event is free and class focuses on what it means to from 1-3 p.m.; $8 per person. challenge. Participants have to climb a will have refreshments. Sign up in person become a father, how to care for a • Color pin — Color pins come up in number of times per month to complete beginning Oct. 29 at the front library desk. baby and how to care for mom. Call random spots for different awards the challenge. The event is tallied on an Make time for the Ski Expo VIP night 526-0461 for more information. Saturday from 8 p.m. until close. Cost honor system with participants tracking and general admission, Dec. 5 The Cheyenne Mountain Shooting is $15 for bowling and $2 for shoe and logging their climbing distance. and 6 respectively, at the Outdoor Complex offers special days with rental. Open to those 18 and older. The challenge is open to DOD Recreation Complex. The winter discounts to veterans and women. Get strikes and pick up certain splits identification card holders and their sports season is nearly here. Call Veterans pay $5 admission every for cash. Sign-up starts at 6 p.m. and Families to include first time climbers 526-5176 for more information. Wednesday while females 6 and older games begin at 8 p.m. and those who are belay certified The annual Tree Lighting Ceremony receive free range time the second • Pizza bowl — Get three games of looking for a climbing partner. is Dec. 5 at the William “Bill” Reed Saturday of each month. Call 896-6196 bowling, two slices of pizza and a Certification is quick and easy to Special Events Center. The official tree for more information. soda for $7 a person Sunday from obtain. Participants will receive a shirt lighting will commence along with kids’ TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a 6-8 p.m. Shoe rental is $2.50. and free use of climbing gear for the activities, Santa Claus photos, holiday support group for weight loss that • Red Pin — Get a strike Tuesday- month. Prizes are awarded to top three entertainment and more, including the meets Thursdays at Iron Horse Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with participants. Call 524-3773 for details.

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Sgt. Brian Lisko, right, and Sgt. Michael Henderson, talk with Denver Broncos cheerleader, Andria, prior to Salute to Service activities Sunday. 26 MOUNTAINEER — Nov. 8 , 2019

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receive discounts on sports enrollment for older and any DOD identification card holder Sports their children, promotion points for active-duty affiliated with Fort Carson. Contact Lorraine Soldiers, volunteer hours and will make an Thorson at 526-5772 for more information. Briefs impact on the community. The U.S. Military Academy at West Point The 2019 National Physique Committee Tokyo women’s basketball team will take on the The next Commanding General’s (CG) Golf Joe’s Rocky Mountain Bodybuilding, Fitness, on the Air Force Academy Falcons women’s Scramble is scheduled for Friday at Cheyenne Figure, Bikini and Physique Championships basketball team Wednesday at Clune Shadows Golf Club. Registration is underway will be held Saturday at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Arena on the Air Force Academy campus at the golf course for the event beginning with Denver Airport Convention Center in Denver. in Colorado Springs at 6:30 p.m. a shotgun start at noon. The golf course is Prejudging begins at 8 a.m. in the men’s and Child and Youth Services (CYS) has begun scheduled to hold a CG scramble the first women’s bodybuilding and physique categories. registering athletes for basketball, wrestling Friday of each month, weather permitting. Call Judging will take place in women’s bodybuilding and cheerleading. The season is scheduled 526-4102 for more information. and physique, fitness routines, bikini, fitness to begin Jan. 8 and run through Feb. 24. Child Youth Service (CYS) officials are looking physique and figure competitions, respectively, Registration can be done in person at Parent for people interested in volunteering as youth at 10:30 a.m. Finals begin at 4:30 p.m. Central Services, building 1518 on Prussman sports and fitness coaches. Anyone interested The Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare Boulevard, or online at https://webtrac.mwr. in being a coach must pass a background check, and Recreation (DFMWR) Sports and Fitness army.mil/webtrac/carsoncyms.html. Call attend a mandatory three-hour preseason Division will host a preseason basketball 526-4425 for details. training session and be available two to three tournament Dec. 2-5 at Ivy Physical Fitness DFMWR Sports and Fitness Division will hours per week for practices and games. CYS Center. The registration deadline is Nov. 21. host a battalion- and company-level officials said anyone interested in being a Teams must submit a team roster limited to 15 basketball league beginning Jan. 7 at Ivy coach must have good communication skills players. The tournament is open to active-duty Physical Fitness Center. Registration is with CYS sports staff and parents of the players. personnel, Army Reserve or National Guard currently underway and the deadline to enter According to CYS officials, youth coaches on active-duty orders, Family members 16 and a team is Jan. 3.

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