MEET MARK CARLSON Physical Ed/Health Teacher & EMMALEE FLADLAND By: Joann Knechtel 1St Grade Teacher at Banning Lewis Ranch Academy

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4 BANNING LEWIS RANCH MAGAZINE BANNING LEWIS RANCH MAGAZINE TEACHER SPOTLIGHT MEET MARK CARLSON Physical Ed/Health Teacher & EMMALEE FLADLAND By: JoAnn Knechtel 1st Grade Teacher at Banning Lewis Ranch Academy

oach Mark Carlson Cand Miss Emmalee Fladland are getting married in June! Coach Recipe: Mark’s Favorite Carlson teaches Physical Corn on the Cob: Emmalee is a native to Colorado Education/Health at BLPA and Miss 1. Fire up the grill Springs and graduated from Palmer Fladland teaches First Grade at the 2. Take corn and peel off outer layer of High School. She went to McCook husk until a thin layer of husk remains Ranch. They decided to tie the knot in Community College, a small school in September of 2017 and will be getting 3. Place corn on the grill and rotate 90 Nebraska, where she played basketball degrees every 2 minutes married at the U.S. Air Force Academy for 2 years. She decided to transfer to 4. Continue rotating for 10 minutes total Chapel. to Greenville University in Illinois where 5. Take remaining husks off Mark Carlson, who is an Air Force brat, she continued to play basketball and 6. Roll the corn in butter and sprinkle grew up on the beaches of Hawaii received her degree in Elementary black pepper and salt (and any other seasoning of your choice) onto the and San Diego and attended Santa Education in 2012. After she graduated, cob. Fe Christian High School in Solana she moved back home where she 7. Rotate on grill every minute for 4 Beach, California. After graduating high started teaching and also coached girls minutes school, he got an opportunity to play basketball for Rampart High School 8. Remove from grill and let cool football at the Air Force Academy. This and Cheyenne Mountain HS. Emmalee 9. Enjoy with any other summertime experience inspired him to join the rank has been teaching at BLRA for the last 4 treats!!! of coaching and teaching after leaving years and absolutely loves it! 10. active duty. He moved to Colorado in Together, Mark and Emmalee love July 2016 to teach at Banning. Mark is watching and play sports, drinking the head football coach for the Stallions enormous amounts of coffee, hiking in high school team and coaches middle the beautiful Colorado mountains and school boys and girls basketball. Mark snuggling their sweet pup, Keva! promises to have many Carlson football and basketball players arriving in the coming years!

BANNING LEWIS RANCH MAGAZINE 5 COLORADO’S GRASSLANDS BECKON IN

SPRING By Sue Scheff hen spring comes to the Colorado prairie, it’s time to dust off Wthe hiking boots and go explore the other face of the state.

Comanche National Grassland in Comanche National Grassland, over southeastern Colorado and Pawnee 400,000 acres in size, has two vast National Grassland in the northeast, sections to explore. Start in La Junta or are best visited in the cooler weather Springfield and pick up trail guides at of spring and fall. Summers can get the local ranger station. (Or search by pretty hot out there. name on the internet.)

You’ll be rewarded with carpets of It’s a birder’s paradise. There are 275 wildflowers. Look for Indian paint- species of birds found in these grass- brush, gayfeather, salsify, larkspur lands, from soaring raptors such as and buttercups, as well as sunflowers golden eagles to tiny game birds such and cone flowers. as quail.

Fractured rock walls surround the serenity of Picture Canyon.

6 BANNING LEWIS RANCH MAGAZINE Pawnee Buttes figure famously in the opening of James Michener’s book, “Centennial.”

The silence is punctuated only by the songs neighbor. You’ll also find pronghorns, mule of meadowlarks, the coos of mourning deer, coyotes, swift foxes, snakes and prairie doves, and the cries of long-billed curlews. dogs. And cows – this is public grazing land. Thousands of lark buntings – the Colorado state bird – also make their homes here. The opening chapter of James A. Michener’s book, “Centennial,” based on the history of It’s also where you’ll find one of the world's Colorado, talks about the Pawnee Buttes, largest concentrations of the Lesser Prairie two striking outcroppings of layered rock Chicken, a threatened species. Each spring, that rise 300 feet above the surrounding birders from all over the world come to In Carrizo Canyon, it's not unusual to spot prairie. He also mentions the many rattle- watch the small game birds do their distinc- wild turkeys, bighorn sheep, an occasional snakes which inhabit the area. So be careful tive mating dance, puffing out their orange coyote and a surprisingly green landscape. when hiking – though to be honest, the chests to attract the opposite sex. In contrast to the yucca- and cactus-dotted snakes will do what they can to avoid you if prairie above, this canyon is lush with cotton- you give them a chance. woods, pinon trees, bolder wildflowers and green grass. In the spring, or after rainfall, there may even be little ponds of water. The fractured rock walls make a spectacular backdrop.

Rock art in Picture Canyon includes The Pawnee National Grassland, 193,000 this stylized horse petroglyph. sprawling acres just 25 miles northeast of Greeley, is home to many of the same bird If bird-watcjomg is not your thing, species and wildflowers as its southern how about archeology? Regardless of which grassland you choose to visit, be aware that there are limited facilities Hike down into Picture Canyon for a good available. Pack plentiful water and lunch, look at some amazing, ancient rock art. sunscreen and a hat. And be prepared to see Petroglyphs include clear outlines of horses, Colorado as you’ve never seen it before. warriors and a woman covered with spots – some think representing death from small- pox.

BANNING LEWIS RANCH MAGAZINE 7 SCHOOL UPDATES

by Todd Morse Chief Administrative Officer, Banning Lewis Academy

ust two short years ago Banning Lewis Academy was Jproviding educational opportunities for about 750 students in grades K-8.

With the opening of our second campus In addition to an outstanding classroom Banning Lewis Preparatory this past fall and the addition of tenth experience, BLRA students are active in Academy grade this next fall we already have com- many positive activities. In 2017-18, BLRA mitments from over 1400 students for the students have raised money for worthy The Banning Lewis Preparatory Academy upcoming 2018-19 school year. causes such as Shield 616, American (BLPA) middle/high school campus is Heart Association, Brighton Their World growing not only in number of students, This tremendous rate of growth could not but also in the number of have happened without an outstanding opportunities available for teaching staff. Under the leadership of el- students. As our inaugural ementary principal Shannon Molnar at our tenth grade class enters school Banning Lewis Ranch Academy campus in August, we’re very excited and MS/HS principal Brandon Monson at to be offering our first concur- our Banning Lewis Preparatory Academy rent enrollment opportunities. campus), we have built an excellent faculty BLPA students who met the of highly qualified teachers who are dedi- enrollment criteria this year cated to the success of our students. will have the opportunity to (school in Africa started by Banning earn both high school and college credit Banning Lewis Ranch Academy residents), National Mill Dog Rescue, TC through concurrent enrollment and we Banning Lewis Ranch AcademyAlliance, Home (K-5) Front Cares, American plan to expand the offerings available The Banning8:00 Lewis RanchAM – Academy 3:30 PM (BLRA) Red Cross- Hurricane Harvey Relief, and each year for the next several years. kindergarten through 5th grade cam- Placedo Elementary (a Houston-area pus is characterizedBanning by a longstandingLewis Preparatory school impactedAcademy by Hurricane (MS/HS) Harvey) In addition to expanding the academic tradition of quality,7:45 innovativeAM – 3:15 education. PM through Jeans Day fundraisers. Fifth grade program, we’re also growing our activities Our students excel both in and out of the students organized and led a book drive and athletics offerings. In 2018-19, we are classroom with outstanding academic that gathered over 2000 books. seeking to add varsity or JV teams to our achievement and impressive character current set of middle school and freshman development. Additionally, many BLRA students choose athletic offerings. Our music and theater to participate in the varied extra-curricular programs are also expanding. We’re also activities available such as Landsharks, looking forward to hosting our first home- Lego Robotics, Odyssey of the Mind, and coming event in the fall of 2018. many more.

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BANNING LEWIS RANCH MAGAZINE 9 PIKES PEAK INTERNATIONAL HILL CLIMB Q&A WITH CLINT VAHSHOLTZ

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Pikes Peak International Hill Climb - 96th running- June 24, 2018. Behind the Scenes Interview with Clint Vahsholtz - the winningest driver at Pikes Peak!

How do you prepare for the Race? What do you eat for dinner the night I drive anything with an engine year-round- before the Race? dirt bike, snowmobile, UTV, side by side. I like to have pasta and one cocktail to ease This helps build my overall fitness and coor- the nerves. dination. Do you have any Race Day What kind of car will you be driving in superstitions? this year’s race? Over 26 years of racing Pikes Peak I believe I have teamed up Flying Lizard Motorsports I’ve had several superstitions- the first used to Even had my lucky car in the day- but all out of Sonoma, California and Toyo Tires to be my lucky hat and then it was my lucky driv- those have changed and I still have success. build a McLaren 12c. It will feature the latest er suit. But I had to get rid of both, because The most important thing for me is to be- technology, 8 speed paddle shift, crazy they were becoming thread-bare with holes! lieve in the Lord Jesus and say my prayers! down force with Toyo extreme grip Tires.

What was your craziest experience racing up Pikes Peak? That’s a very tricky question- imagine going up Pikes Peak in less than 10 minutes! Not knowing what to expect around the next corner, blinding fog, animals, and marmots are always a issue.

What do you do for mental preparation before the Race? Racing Pikes Peak is very challenging mental- ly. Conditions are always changing. Minimal mistakes are huge and big mistakes can be life-threatening. You have to breathe and you have to take care of your race car. BANNING LEWIS RANCH MAGAZINE RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT MEET THE BEARD FAMILY Erik and Tibby Beard

Street: Whitebark Lane

Who built your home? Creekstone Builders graduates of the University of Texas at Austin during the summer to enjoy the pools and How long have you lived in Banning and enjoy following our Longhorns! take swim lessons. Lewis Ranch? Since October 2009 Favorite neighborhood restaurants: How are you involved in the Why did you choose to live in BLR and Although these might not qualify as community? We both have a sense of what do you enjoy most about the neighborhood restaurants, we like Rudy’s community improvement. Typically, we community? We’d lived in Colorado BBQ, José Muldoon’s and Marigold’s. participate in community clean-ups. We Springs for nearly 25 years and wanted a do strongly support the work of the current Favorite Sports: Hiking and fishing. floor plan that suited our needs better after CAB. We also have to give Don and JoAnn We’re looking forward to the new pickle our sons were grown. (Tibby is a retired Knechtel a great deal of credit for the ball courts. Erik finished his 30th 14-er last child welfare worker and spent many years work they do with Silverados and we have summer. working for El Paso County DHS. Erik is a enjoyed many of their activities. forester and worked for companies in the Favorite Sports Teams: Neither of us Notable experiences/travel-work forest products industry as a government are particularly ardent professional sports abroad: We’ve both hiked through the affairs representative- lobbyist.) Banning fans. We have a “regional loyalty” to our Grand Canyon; Tibby once and Erik twice. Lewis Ranch, the house plan, and the teams. Our favorite team is, of course, the If you’ve ever done the hike, it certainly community-minded spirit fit our needs and Longhorns but even the “Horns” have been qualifies as a notable experience. We’re desires very well. BLR also has a great mix of hard to love lately. We do try to go to a planning to go to Banff and Jasper in retirees, young and mid-career professionals Rockies game or two during the season. September and Costa Rica in 2019. Erik and military residents. Favorite family dinner menus: We grill once served as a guide for the day to take Favorite activities/hobbies: Our favorite and smoke all year regardless of the weather. President George H.W. Bush trout fishing. activities revolve around outdoor pursuits We both grew up near the coast and love (We caught fish.) Tibby had lunch with Lady and family. We are avid hikers and enjoy fresh seafood! Bird Johnson and her niece in Austin while photography and fishing. At this point, we working as a social worker. also have the luxury of traveling throughout Summer family traditions: We like to get Tell us about your pets: Our golden the year. We’ve been to Yellowstone every all five grandchildren out for a camping trip retriever is Annie. She’s ten years old and month except November and December; at some time during the summer. We also serves as our therapy pet. The only reason Alaska three times; and most National Parks like to get one or two grandchildren for a we continue to get the Gazette is that it’s within a two-day drive. Our two sons live in summer trip. This year, we’re taking the two Annie’s daily job to fetch it. We just don’t Denver and Fort Collins with their spouses 8-year olds to Yellowstone for a week. We have the heart to lay her off. and our five grandchildren. We are both also get the grandchildren for some time

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BANNING LEWIS RANCH MAGAZINE 15 BANNING LEWIS RANCH MAGAZINE BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT TILL Kitchen

hen Korey Dunaway took over as Executive Chef Wat TILL Kitchen this past March, he knew he had quite the undertaking. Overseeing food operations at a “I came back to bring a wealth of in- restaurant with a large private dining room and home formation and excitement to Colo- meal delivery service is quite the challenge. Yet the rado Springs that hasn’t been here excitement of opportunity has been fueling him. for a long time. People shouldn’t have to drive to Denver to have a Dunaway is a Colorado Springs na- The number one thing he was fantastic dining experience.” tive. He attended Cheyenne Moun- taught? Culture. Dunaway said he feels TILL Kitchen tain High School before heading to has limitless opportunity. With the Denver and discovering his passion “People and staff are the most im- giant space and culinary freedom, for cooking. From there, he went portant things. From the bussers, to he felt it was the perfect spot for on to California to pursue his goals. the dishwashers, to the guests, you him to elevate the restaurant com- Working under some of California’s have to set them up for success.” munity throughout the city. top chefs, he learned cooking techniques, how to source the best So, what brought Dunaway back “TILL has the opportunity to make ingredients and gained extensive to the Springs? Family. He and his everyone better. The goal is to raise knowledge of food eco-systems. wife, along with their two daugh- the bar for the whole city. We have ters were missing the closeness of to give Colorado Springs an experi- family, so they made the move. ence they haven’t had.”

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20 BANNING LEWIS RANCH MAGAZINE HIKING WITH KIDS his spring, take the opportunity to get the kids outdoors, Taway from TV, iPhones and video games, and to enjoy nature at its best. Spend some quality time with your kids by taking them on a nature hike.

f you can’t spend a whole day, check the hike too long or they’ll get tired and out local nature centers or find a natu- cranky. Better to have it end before they’re ral area within a short drive from home. tired – they’ll want to go again. Look for a big park, a nature preserve, n Take a guidebook. If you’re bird-watching, a designated open space with trails, a field guide to birds is a perfect accompani- and hit the road. Locally, consider the ment to your hike. Let the kids find the bird Paint Mines near Calhan or one of the you’ve just spotted and whoever spotted nearby state parks. it first gets to read all about it. The National Audubon Society has a series of regional Here are some tips for planning your field guides that include animals, plants, own hike with kids: flowers, birds and more. One guide serves n Consider difficulty. Be sure the hike is ap- many purposes. Or pick up a free guide at (i.e., the old “leave nothing propriate for the age and abilities of the kids the trailhead, if one is available. Sometimes but foot prints, take nothing but pictures” you’re taking. Kids younger than 6 probably they are. idea). It’s a good lesson given in the perfect environment. won’t hike as far or be as interested as those n Bring binoculars, if you have them. It of school age. Try not to mix ages too much is much more exciting to see a magnified n Make a scrapbook. When you get back, (a 3-year-old with an 11-year-old probably view of a bird feeding its young or a deer take time to review what you have seen. won’t work). grazing with its fawn. It will help them keep Maybe it was just a bee collecting pollen n Be prepared. Make sure kids wear sturdy a respectable distance from the wildlife and or a turtle sunning itself on a rock. Let the shoes and clothing appropriate for the get an up-close-and-personal look at the kids draw pictures or write down what they weather. Don’t forget to apply sunscreen same time. saw. The “scrapbook” doesn’t have to be anything more than a spiral notebook. Find before you head out. Carry some bug spray, n Make a game of it. See who spots the a picture in a magazine to glue on the cover, if that could be a problem. Each kid needs a most wildflowers that are not yellow. Have to individualize each one. light backpack with water, snacks, notebook, them write down what they see or even take pencil, a hat and a jacket, in case the weather time to stop and sketch it. (Artistic types Now look what you’ve done. turns ‘iffy.” If you are pretty sure it’s going to may want to add colored pencils to their You’ve created a fun outdoor experience rain, hike another day. backpacks.) Or encourage kids to bring a with a little education thrown in, and a n Set a goal. It could be a beaver pond at disposable camera. It makes them really look great memory to boot. the end of the trail or it could be a meadow at the subject. And it didn’t cost you much but time. frequented by butterflies. It gives the kids n Talk about respecting nature: not feeding something to look forward to. Don’t make wild animals, not picking wildflowers, staying on the trail and not leaving trash behind.

BANNING LEWIS RANCH MAGAZINE 21 Q&A WITH SWITCHBACKS' STEWARD CEUS & STEVE TRITTSCHUH

What is the moment in your playing career you’re most proud of? I'm most proud of the save I made against Trinidad and Tobago to help Haiti qualify for Copa America for the first time ever. It was a very important game and a moment I will never What was the moment in your playing forget. career you’re most proud of? Being able Steward Ceus- Goalkeeper What do you like most about living to represent my country at the 1988 Olym- Tell us about yourself and your family. My in Colorado Springs? I think Colorado pics and the 1990 World Cup. parents both immigrated to the US from Springs is a breath of fresh air. I love the Haiti. I am the middle of three kids. views during training, as I drive or bike Please talk about the team this year around town, and Bear Creek dog park. and what your expectations are for the What made you want to join the season. We brought in more experienced Switchbacks this season? Steve reached What are some of the causes you care players that have played in the USL and TOP-NOTCH VARIETY OF IN-HOUSE out to me after the NASL season was over about most and how do you plan on know the league. Our expectations for this SERVICE LOAN PROGRAMS MANAGED and my contract with the San Francisco being involved with them in Colorado season is making the playoffs. Deltas ended. I knew I wanted to be a part Springs? I am passionate about working of an independent USL Club, especially one with disadvantaged kids and teaching them What has been the key to the team’s with a winning culture. Switchbacks FC was some of the lessons I've learned through life success at home over the past three a perfect fit at the perfect time. and soccer and, of course, kicking the ball seasons? We use the altitude and our Kevin Sullivan Scott Edgin around with them as well. aggressive play at home to take advantage Loan Officer Loan Officer What made you want to become of the opponent. NMLS 363778 NMLS 1497188 a goalkeeper? I think the goalkeeper Direct: 719.337.2454 Direct: 719.367.5127 [email protected] [email protected] position found me. I played on the field as Steve Trittschuh- Head Coach Community is such a big deal to COS, a youth, but I also played basketball and Tell us about yourself and your family: I am how are the Switchbacks engaging and tennis competitively. When I reached high married to Debbie and we have lived in Col- making an impact in our community? school my coaches Fran Consagra and Peter orado Springs for about the last 4 years. The players are out in the community a lot, McGovern told me they intended to convert whether that is at schools or soccer Clubs in We’re here for you.  1290 North Newport Road, Suite 130 me to goalkeeper and I became the starter What do you like most about living in the area to let them know about the Switch- Colorado Springs, Colorado 80916 Please let us know how we can help. as a freshmen. I fell in love with the position Colorado Springs? I have lived in Colora- backs and get them out to our games. 719.749.7046 and just dedicated my life to becoming the do since 2003 after playing with the Rapids best goalkeeper I can be. from 1996-1999. This state is a great place to live and the scenery is unbelievable. Experienced Lender of nesthomelending.com

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Flow Yoga: Flow Yoga, sometimes called Vinyasa Flow, simply means connecting breath and movement. You will move through sequences of postures to increase strength, flexibility, body awareness and relaxation. Dress in comfortable clothing that allows for full range of motion. Expect to take your shoes off and get down to the floor (yoga mat) frequently. Line Dance: This is a two-step line dance exercise Banning Lewis Community Center class. You will be dancing to some new songs 6885 Vista Del Pico Blvd. Pilates: Improve the way you look, feel, and (by such as Adele or Bruno Mars) and some old Colorado Springs, CO 80927 function. Strengthen and tone your muscles with songs (by such as Eydie Gorme or The Righteous Phone: (719) 522-2432 targeted exercises using your body weight and Brothers). Whether you are a beginner or have precise form. All Levels Welcome! been line dancing for years, come join us.

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Banning Lewis RANCH HOUSE ACCESS CARD: Pick up your access card for the Ranch House Recreation Center at the Ranch Contacts Ranch House Call (719) 522-2432 for more information.

Northtree Ranch House Recreation Center amenities are included as part Northtree Ranch House of the Banning Lewis Ranch Metro District Operating Fee. 6885 Vista del Pico Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80927 Phone: 719-522-2432 Fax: 719-522-2433 Banning Lewis Ranch AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD Metropolitan 8390 E. Crescent Parkway, Suite 600 Colorado Springs Children’s Hospital Districts 1-7 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 mhchildren.com Josh Miller – District Manager c/o Clifton Larson Allen UTILITIES 111 S. Tejon Street, Suite 705 SHOPPING Colorado Springs, CO 80903 Gas/Electricity/Utilities/Water First and Main Town Center Phone: 719-635-0330 x37226 firstandmaintowncenter.com Fax: 719-473-3630 Colorado Springs Utilities Emial: [email protected] csu.org Shops at Briargate thepromenadeshopsatbriargate.com Trash and Recycling Services Trash & Recycling Service Powers Peak Center at Woodmen and Powers Road Bestway Disposal Bestway Disposal is included as part Phone: 719-633-8709 of your Metro District Operating Fee bestwaydisposal.com (719) 633-8709 GROCERY STORES King Soopers Covenant Control and Key Pickup for Mail Service at Stetson Hills and Powers Road Enforcement United States Postal Service Target Super Store usps.com at Carefree and Powers Road MSI (719) 638-1781 8610 Explorer Drive Suite 130, Colorado Costco Springs, CO 80920 Mailbox keys can be picked up at the at Barnes and Powers Roads Phone: 719-260-4548 Ranch House. Fax: 719-578-5611 MISCELLANEOUS [email protected] HEALTHCARE Colorado Department of Wildlife Penrose St. Francis Medical wildlife.state.co.us Design Review Committee penrosestfrancis.org Please submit plans to: US Fish & Wildlife Service Memorial Hospital Central fws.gov Banning Lewis Ranch memorialhealthsystem.com Metropolitan District #1 Memorial Hospital North memorialhealthsystem.com 6885 Vista del Pico Boulevard Colorado Springs, CO 80927

FEBRUARY 23, 2018 Boots & Lace Photos from Annual Fundraiser for Banning Lewis Ranch Academy Foundation

Photos by Blu Owl Photography