Vol. 68 No. 14 April 9, 2010

Word of the month: Nation

Col. Edward M. Daly, right, commander, 43rd Sustainment Brigade, and Command Sgt. Maj. Randy S. Varner, uncase the brigade colors during a transfer of authority ceremony at Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan, March 22. The 43rd SB relieved the 82nd Sustainment Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division, to assume the mission to provide logistical support to joint and coalition forces in southern Afghanistan. Rough Riders receive battle space Story and photo by Sgt. Ian Terry logistical support to Afghanistan Regional Command tandem operation greatly enhances the functional 43rd Sustainment Brigade Public Affairs Office South and Regional Command West. ability in the entire area of operations. “The arrival of the 43rd SB marks a historic The 135th ESC hails from the Alabama National KANDAHAR AIRFIELD, Afghanistan — The moment in Operation Enduring Freedom,” said Brig. Guard and is the operational controller of both 43rd Soldiers of the 43rd Sustainment Brigade assumed Gen. Reynold Hoover, commanding general of the SB and 82nd SB, as well as the 419th and 401st Field the mission to provide logistical support and tactical Joint Sustainment Command-Afghanistan. Support brigades. Together, the four brigades and the sustainment to warfighters in southern Afghanistan Hoover said this is the first time two sustainment 135th constitute the JSC-A. during a transfer of authority ceremony at Kandahar brigades are operating simultaneously throughout The 43rd SB’s area of responsibility spans 10 Airfield, March 22. Afghanistan. Afghanistan provinces and encompasses a land The 43rd SB relieved the 82nd Sustainment Col. Ken Barnett, 1st Theater Sustainment mass larger than Colorado, supporting brigades Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division, to supervise 25 Command liaison to 43rd SB’s higher headquarters, See Rough Riders on page 4 subordinate units responsible for coordinating 135th Expeditionary Sustainment Command, said this Casey rolls out 21st century plan Story and photo by L.A. Shively “Hooah” response, he proceeded to tell Association of the United States plan and stressed leadership focus on Army News Service them how they were doing. Army’s 2010 Army Installations change as the Army moves forward. Casey iterated statistics and time- Symposium & Exposition March 29. He said objectives set in 2007 to SAN ANTONIO — Chief of Staff lines for the present while laying out a “What you do is so important to the rebalance a force stretched from current of the Army Gen. George W. Casey Jr. future for Soldiers of the 21st century, long-term health of this force,” Casey demands by 2011 were already, or asked the crowd of about 2,000 how unveiling the Installation Management said, adding he wanted to personally See Casey on page 3 they were doing and after a hearty Command’s campaign plan during the deliver the operational context of the

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Dangerous and off limits MOUNTAINEER Commanding General: Maj. Gen. David G. Perkins Community sees rise of intoxicant ‘Spice’ Garrison Commander: Col. Robert F. McLaughlin Commentary by Capt. Samuel Preston Symptoms first occur within 10 minutes and can last 12 Fort Carson Public Affairs Officer: 4th Infantry Division psychiatrist hours. Some reports indicate adverse effects on circulation Dee McNutt and the heart as well as the nervous system. Intense Chief, Print and Web Communications: Fort Carson law enforcement and medical professionals headaches and dry mouth are common morning after Douglas M. Rule are seeing the increase of a new designer drug called effects, and the drug is potentially addictive. Editor: Julie M. Lucas “Spice” in the Fort Carson community. Soldiers cannot perform their duties while using Staff Writers: Rick Emert Labeled and sold by manufacturers as a herbal Devin Fisher this drug because it impairs judgment and a result Geoffrey Roper incense, Spice is currently legal in the United States, but of this behavior may be the user’s or a fellow Soldier’s Staff Sgt. Jeffrey Smith its possession or use by Soldiers is strictly prohibited. accidental death. Sgt. Alexis Ramos Several varieties and flavors of Spice are sold on the U.S. Army Regulation 600-85 prohibits the use or Happenings: Nel Lampe Internet, in tobacco shops and other specialty shops. possession of Spice, so any Soldier found with the drug is Sports Writer: Walt Johnson The drug has been sold in Europe since 2002, but several in direct violation of Article 92 (Failure to Obey an Order Layout/graphics: Jeanne Mazerall countries made Spice illegal. Other countries, such as or Regulation) under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.

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CCaasseeyy home, it’s light years different than 12 months at from page 1 home. You can already see the impact,” Casey said. Planned since 2004, all 300 Army brigades were nearly met this year and included supporting strategic set to convert to modular organizations as part of objectives in Iraq and Afghanistan; sustaining rebalancing. Casey said 90 percent are completed; the Soldiers, Families and the civilian workforce; rest will convert by the end of the year. establishing an integrated management system for “Taken together, modular reorganization and Army business operations; implementing leadership rebalancing is the largest organizational change of the development; and continuing to transform the Army Army since World War II,” he said, “and we’ve done for an uncertain future. it while we’ve deployed 150,000 Soldiers over and A first priority for Army rebalancing was back to Iraq and Afghanistan every year. That’s a lot growth, said Casey. Originally slated for an increase of moving parts.” of 74,000 Soldiers by 2012, with 65,000 on active Casey discussed the process of moving 160,000 duty and the rest in the Reserve and Guard, the Soldiers with skills necessary in Cold War, to skills objective was met in 2009. which are more relevant today. “We’re three years ahead of time and it wasn’t a He said the Army has already stood down 200 moment too soon with the plus up in Afghanistan,” tank companies, artillery batteries and stood up Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. George W. Casey Jr. Casey said. corresponding numbers of civil affairs, psychological speaks to leadership during the Association of the Readjusting dwell time — the amount of time operations, special forces and military police units. United States Army’s 2010 Army Installations Solders spend at home between deployments — was “We’re about two-thirds of the way through that Symposium & Exposition in San Antonio. significant for Casey. and will be done by the end of the year.” “It’s clear to me the most important thing we can Casey was positive on Base Realignment and challenges to confront as a result of eight and half do in the Army to restore balance is increase the time Closure, saying that although 380,000 Soldiers, years of war, but said he can see meeting objectives Soldiers are at home; not just so they can spend time civilians and Families will be on the move in the as set out for this year. with their Families — that’s important — but so they next two years, the effort will result in better-quality “The money is in the (20)11 budget and it’s a can recover themselves.” facilities and an exponential jump in opportunity. matter of executing now; we’ll be in a much better Casey cited a scientific study completed last year He announced a new rotational model that place at the end this fiscal year than four years ago.” that concluded Soldier recovery between deployments brought several gasps from members of the audience. Consolidate, assess and refine — those are the takes two-three years for a one-year deployment. He Casey said rotational schedules originally drawn up in three things that he sees going on over the course of said 70 percent of the active force will have a two-year 2005 were not implemented as a result of demand. But the rest of this year as the Army builds the 2017 dwell time and 80 percent of Reserve and Guard will with drawdown in Iraq, he said he is seeing a way ahead program, Casey said. have a four-year dwell by 2011. The remaining force and will publish deployment schedules for the next “We need to refine this great Army and I say will be included in the schedule by 2012. three years in the next 60 days. refine rather than adapt. We’re in pretty good shape “When you see a unit that’s had 18 months at Casey also asserted that the Army has fiscal but there are still things we could do differently.”

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RRoouugghh RRiiddeerrss importance of logisticians by saying every from page 1 piece of mail, every gallon of fuel and Sustainability Tip every mechanic’s tool is received, allocated comprised of joint and coalition forces. and delivered through their hands. Sustainability and Environmental Management Team An operation of this magnitude may The 43rd SB command group seem overwhelming, but 43rd SB thanked the 82nd SB for setting the stage Sustainable development: commander, Col. Edward M. Daly, said for the “Rough Riders” success and he welcomes the challenge. thanked the 135th ESC for providing the 1) Consider Xeriscape. Grass is thirsty and expen- “There is absolutely no doubt in my guidance and resources to help the mind that our Soldiers are absolutely, brigade become fully operational in less sive, and xeric areas look attractive and take unequivocally trained and ready to execute than 14 days after arrival in Afghanistan. less work. To find out how, visit http://www. this mission of tactical sustainment Daly expressed the brigade’s gratitude csu.org/environment/xeriscape/index.html. support,” said Daly. to all involved in preparing the 43rd SB Lt. Col. Craig L. Simonsgaard, com- for deployment. 2) Attend city planning meetings and become mander, Special Troops Battalion, 43rd Daly said the Fort Carson community, an advocate of smart growth. Visit SB, defined logistical support as the the people of Colorado Springs, and lifeblood of operational success, from Soldiers’ friends and Families all http://www.smartgrowth.org to learn more. the theater level to the individual Soldier. over the world had a hand in the “The logisticians are like the line- brigade’s preparation. 3) Plant trees — they provide shade for cooling men on a football field,” said “Our brigade would not be opera- in the summer and are a beautiful addition to Simonsgaard. “They never make the tional on the ground had it not been for home landscaping. cover of the Wheaties box, but without such tremendous support from Fort the effort and hard work of your line- Carson and the 4th Infantry Division,” 4) Consider your consumption of materials — men, your team is never going to make it said Daly. “I cannot thank them enough to the Super Bowl.” for their great contributions to the can you downsize your life? Simonsgaard further stressed the Rough Rider Brigade.” April 9, 2010 — MOUNTAINEER 5

Chief of armor knights ‘Warhorse’ Soldiers Story and photo by Spc. April York sergeant of HHT, 1st Sqdn., 10th Cav. Reg., 2nd Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs 2nd BCT, 4th Inf. Div., received the Silver Office, 4th Infantry Division Medallion for distinguished service as a cavalry scout. Maj. Gen. James M. Milano, commanding The tankers and armored cavalrymen general of the U.S. Army Armor Center and were recognized for demonstrating success as Fort Knox, Ky., presented the Order of St. a platoon leader or in a leadership position. George to six Soldiers of the 1st Squadron, The Soldiers received the prestigious 10th Cavalry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat award for “their long and honorable service Team, 4th Infantry Division, during a to the armor and cavalry,” said Capt. Todd knighting ceremony March 22. Gross, human resources officer for 1st During the ceremony held at the Sqdn., 10th Cav. Reg. squadron’s Regimental Room, Milano knighted According to the Armor Association Web the distinguished Soldiers with a saber and site, http://www.usarmor-assn.org, the awards presented medallions to the newly inducted program was created to honor the very best recipients of the Order of St. George. of America’s tankers and troopers. Sgt. 1st Class Benjamin Gangwer, Troop The Bronze Medallion for the Order of St. A, received the Bronze Medallion from the George is awarded to the very best of tankers Chief of Armor recognizing him for being or armored cavalrymen; the Silver Medallion among the very best of armored cavalrymen. is awarded to a Soldier after completion of Milano presented Black Medallions to long and distinguished service to armor or Capt. Keith Gilbert, commander of Troop B; armored cavalry, and the Black Medallion is Capt. Andrew Williams, assistant operations awarded to well-deserving armor lieutenants officer for Headquarters and Headquarters and junior enlisted tankers and cavalrymen. Maj. General James M. Milano, commanding general of the U.S. Army Troop; Staff Sgt. Julio Torrez, section sergeant “The Medal of St. George epitomizes what Armor Center and Fort Knox, Ky., knights Capt. Andrew P. Williams, 1st. for Troop C; and Staff Sgt. David Selby, also a every cavalryman should strive for. It displays Squadron, 10th Cavalry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry section sergeant for Troop C. Division, into the Order of St. George during a knighting ceremony at the See Knights on page 8 Master Sgt. Michael Kelley, former first squadron’s Regiment Room March 22. 6 MOUNTAINEER — April 9, 2010 SOS center already helping survivors Story and photo by remain connected to survivors, and in reducing stress, and ensure survivors goal is to reach out to past survivors Geoffrey Roper make sure they always have a place know all their entitlements. that were around before the SOS was Mountaineer staff they can go to for support. “(The Army) wanted someone in in place, since he said many of them Its intent is to preserve a connection place, or somewhere (survivors) end up disconnected from the Army The Survivor Outreach Services between survivors and the Army Family. could go on post that was specifically and have no idea programs are out center, a building dedicated solely to As stated in the SOS handout, the for Families of the fallen, where there to help them. Jackson said helping survivors of deceased service- goal is to create a caring, committed they can still maintain that connection another goal is to create programs for members, is already working with and compassionate survivor-oriented to the Army. So the SOS was put survivors that currently do not exist, those survivors, even though the center team that is wholly dedicated to in place to be the long-term portion such as programs that target the does not expect to be fully functional survivors. Also, they want to provide of that,” said Eric Jackson, SOS children of survivors, connections to until mid-June. consistent and valuable services, supply financial counselor. Fort Carson announced plans in timely and useful information to assist Jackson also said an important See SOS on page 8 February to renovate and convert building 6215, located on Mekong Street, into the SOS center. Though not yet fully staffed, the center is already working to help survivors with any needs they might have, including support group sessions and financial counseling. “We’re (still) developing the program; we’re working on an events calendar for survivors. We’re trying to find a way to get them in here to take (advantage) of our services,” said Angela Gunn, interim SOS program manager. “Eventually we’ll be getting an outreach coordinator, we’ll be getting a receptionist and a support coordinator, and then we’ll be looking to have more support groups for survivors,” she said. The SOS program is in place on Fort Carson as a way for the Army to The newly renovated Survivor Outreach Services building, already helping survivors, should be fully operation by June 15. honor your graduate2010

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Miscellaneous principles and organizing rides. Motorcycles must be score 229 or higher on the Army Physical Fitness Test, registered on post to join. For more information, and pass a Special Forces physical. Call 524-1461 or Central Issue Facility closure — The CIF will be contact Terry Mullins at 526-4103 or 338-2585. visit the Web site at http://www.bragg.army.mil/sorb. closed Monday-April 16 for its annual 100-percent DPW services — The Directorate of Public Works is inventory. The facility reopens April 19. responsible for a wide variety of services on Fort Hours of Operation Emergencies will be handled on a case-by-case Carson. Services range from repair and maintenance of basis. For more information contact Stacey Sly, facilities to equipping units with a sweeper and Claims Office hours — are Mondays-Fridays CIF manager, at 526-6477. cleaning motor pools. Listed below are phone numbers from 9 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. The Claims Office is Learning center reopens — The Army Learning and points of contact for services: located on the first floor of building 6222, 1633 Center reopened its doors Monday. Open Mondays- Mekong Street. Claimants who receive shipments Thursdays 9 a.m.-2 p.m. and Fridays 9 a.m.-5 p.m., • Facility repair/service orders — KIRA service under the old system, Full Replacement Value or the center features 50 computers and academic and order desk can be reached at 526-5345. Use this Defense Personal Property Program system, should technical support personnel who provide assistance. number for emergencies or routine tasks. bring their notification forms (Department of Defense The learning center is used for the General • Refuse/trash — Call Eric Bailey at 526-5898 Form 1840/1840R or DP3 Form) for additionally Technical Preparation classes — for Soldiers who when needing trash containers, trash is overflowing or discovered loss or damage to the Claims Office want to improve their GT scores of at least 99 — emergency service is required. within 70 days to receive appropriate initial conducted Mondays-Thursdays from 9 a.m.-noon • Facility custodial services — Call H.D. guidance. For more information call 526-1355. and 1-4 p.m. and for walk-in use. The center is “Woody” Wood at 526-1854 for service needs or to Central Issue Facility regular business hours — located in the education center, building 1117, on report complaints. are listed below. Call 526-3321 to make appointments. the corner of Specker Avenue and Ellis Street. For • Elevator maintenance — Call Sharon Gayle at In-processing more information call 526-2124. 526-1695. Mondays-Thursdays from 7:30-10:30 a.m. Basic Skills Education Program — The education • Motor pool sludge removal/disposal — Call Initial issues center offers the BSEP Mondays-Thursdays from 9 Don Phillips at 526-9271. Mondays-Thursdays from 12:30-3 p.m. a.m.-noon for Soldiers with a general technical • Repair and utility/self-help — Call Gary Grant Partial issues score below 100 who are interested in improving at 526-5844. Use this number to obtain self-help tools Mondays-Thursdays from 12:30-3 p.m. their vocabulary, paragraph comprehension and and equipment or a motorized sweeper. Cash sales/report of survey arithmetic reasoning skills. After completion, many • Base operations contracting officer represen- Mondays-Thursdays from 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Soldiers attend the GT Preparation Class and then tative — Call Terry Hagen at 526-9262 for reporting Direct exchange retake their Armed Forces Classification Test to wind damage, snow removal concerns, damaged traffic Mondays-Thursdays from 12:30-3 p.m. raise their GT score. Classes begin every Monday at signs or other facility damage. Partial turn-ins the education Center, building 1117, on the corner • Portable latrines — Call H.D. “Woody” Wood Mondays-Thursdays from 12:30-3 p.m. of Specker Avenue and Ellis Street. Call 526-2124 at 526-1854 to request latrines, for service or to Full turn-ins for more information. report damaged and overturned latrines. Mondays-Thursdays from 7:30-10:30 a.m. Property Accountability Recovery Team — can Briefings Unit issues and turn-ins accept excess items to reduce the burden on unit Call 526-5512/6477 for approval. supply personnel. Unit turn-ins require a Department Casualty Notification/Assistance Officer training DFAC hours — Fort Carson dining facilities operate of Defense Activity Address Code for processing. — will be held April 20-23 from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. in under the following hours: Certain restrictions apply by class of supply. Contact the Family Readiness Center, building 6237, room • Wolf — Monday-Friday, 6:45-9 a.m. (breakfast), Barrett Skaggs at 526-0678/2713 to set up an 104. This training is required for all Soldiers asked to 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. (lunch) and 5-6:30 p.m. (dinner). appointment to see how PART can assist. PART also perform this solemn duty. Per Army Regulation Saturday and Sunday, 7:30-9 a.m. (breakfast), 11:30 stocks new and used serviceable items that are free 600-8-1, this duty is limited to those in the ranks of a.m.-1 p.m. (lunch) and 5-6:30 p.m. (dinner). issue to whoever needs them; check stock frequently sergeant first class-command sergeant major, chief • 10th SFG (A) — Mondays-Thursdays, 7-9 a.m. as the inventory changes. If PART doesn’t have a warrant officer 2-5 and captain and above. No (breakfast), 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. (lunch) and 5-6:30 p.m. desired item, contact Steve Lynch at steven.t.lynch@ reservations are required to attend training. Classes (dinner). Fridays, 7-9 a.m. (breakfast), 11:30 a.m.-1 conus.army.mil who can check availability at other fill up on a first-come, first-served basis. For more p.m. (lunch), no dinner. Closed Saturdays and Sundays. installations. Located in the east end of building 8030 information contact Jean Graves at 526-5613/5614. • Iron Brigade — Closed for maintenance. near the loading dock, the PART office is open Disability Evaluation System Pilot — The Medical • Butts Army Airfield — Monday-Thursday, 7-9 Mondays-Fridays from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. No personal Evaluation Board Outreach Counsel Office conducts a.m. (breakfast), 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. (lunch) and 5-6:30 vehicles are allowed in the motor pool area. briefings on the Department of Defense/Department of p.m. (dinner). Friday, 7-9 a.m. (breakfast), 11:30 a.m.- Maximum leave carry-over extended — The Veterans Affairs Disability Evaluation System Pilot 1 p.m. (lunch), no dinner. Closed Saturdays and National Defense Authorization Act 2010 extends the the first Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. in the Sundays. maximum leave carry-over (except for special leave Soldier and Family Assistance Center, building 1039. • Raiders — Monday-Friday, 6:45-9 a.m. (break- accrual and members in a missing status) to 75 days The pilot is a test of a new process design to eliminate fast), 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. (lunch) and 5-6:30 p.m. through Sept. 30, 2013. NDAA 2008 extended the the duplicative, time-consuming and often confusing (dinner). Thursdays, 5:30-9:30 a.m. (drive-through and leave carry-over from 60-75 days from Oct. 1, 2008- elements of the two current disability processes of grab and go). Closed Saturday and Sunday. Dec. 31. The NDAA 2010 also extends to Sept. 30, the departments. Key features of the DES pilot Education Center hours of operation — The 2013 the longer retention period for the 120 days of include one medical examination and a single-sourced Mountain Post Training and Education Center, leave as special leave accrual for members who serve disability rating. For more information call Rhonda building 1117, 526-2124, hours are as follows: on active duty for a continuous period of at least 120 Joell, MEB paralegal, at 526-9854. • Counselor Support Center — Mondays- days in an area where they are entitled to hostile Reassignment briefings — are held Tuesdays Thursdays 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Fridays 11 a.m.- fire or imminent danger pay, are assigned to a for Soldiers heading overseas and Thursdays for 4:30 p.m. deployable ship or mobile unit or other duty personnel being reassigned stateside. The briefings • Army Learning Center — Mondays- designated under uniform regulations, or qualifying are held in building 1219, room 202A; sign-in is at Thursdays 9 a.m.-2 p.m. and Fridays 9a.m.-5 p.m. duty designated by the secretary of defense. 6:45 a.m. and the briefings start at 7 a.m. Soldiers do • Defense Activity for Nontraditional Officer Candidate School packets — must be turned not need to bring a copy of their orders, but must Education Support and Army Personnel into building 1218, room 158, by June 7 to be bring a pen to complete forms. Call 526-4730/4588 Testing/eArmyU testing — Mondays-Fridays considered by the local board. Packets will be for more information. 7:30-11:30 a.m. and 12:15-4:15 p.m. consolidated and those meeting all eligibility Retirement briefings — are held from 8 a.m.-noon Medical Activity Correspondence Department requirements will be scheduled for the local OCS board the second and third Wednesday of each month at the office hours — The Correspondence (Release of held June 16. Approved packets will be forwarded Kit Carson Neighborhood Activity Center, 4800 Harr Information) Office in the Patient Administration to U.S. Army Human Resources Command for Ave. at McNierney Street. The Retirement Services Division hours are Mondays-Fridays 7:30 a.m.-4:30 approval. For more information call Thomas Grady, Office recommends spouses accompany Soldiers to p.m. and closed Thursdays and on federal holidays. chief of Personnel Actions Section, at 526-3953/3947. the briefing. Call 526-2840 for more information. Call 526-7322 or 526-7284 for more information. U.S. Army Warrant Officer Association — Pikes ETS briefing — for enlisted personnel is held the Peak Silver Chapter meets at noon May 13 at the first and third Wednesday of each month. Briefing Raider Dining Facility, building 2330. All warrant sign-in begins at 7 a.m. at building 1219, room 202A, officers — active, retired and former — are invited to on a first-come, first-served basis. Soldiers must be attend. For more information visit the chapter Web within 120 days of their expiration term of service, site at http://www.pikespeakwoa.org. but must attend the briefing no later than 30 days Casualty Assistance Center — provides training prior to their ETS or start date of transition leave. Call upon request for units, family readiness groups, care 526-2240/8458 for more information. teams and other interested parties regarding casualty Army ROTC Green to Gold briefings — are held operations, personal effects, predeployment Tuesdays at noon at the education center, building preparedness, estate planning and more. Call Jean 1117, room 120. For more information, contact Graves at 526-5613 or e-mail carsdhrmpdcasualty University of Colorado at Colorado Springs Army @conus.army.mil for more information. ROTC at 262-3475. U.S. Military Motorcycle Mentorship Program — is Special Forces briefings — are held Wednesdays in open to servicemembers, veterans, Family members, building 1217, room 305, from 10-11 a.m., noon-1 p.m. BOSS meetings are held the first and third Department of Defense civilian employees and and 5-6 p.m. Soldiers must be specialist-staff sergeant Wednesday of each month at Alternate Escapes at contractors. The group meets Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. from any military occupational specialty, have a 10 a.m. For information, call 524-BOSS. at Alternate Escapes for socializing, learning mentorship general technical score of at least 100, be a U.S. citizen, 8 MOUNTAINEER — April 9, 2010

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NEC scores big on DA inspection leadership and confidence in your trade,” said Kelley. Network Enterprise Center team, said Jim Preston, senior attitude. The inspection team was Kelley said he felt honored that Milano would Information Assurance manager. very pleasant to deal with.” take the time to deliver the medals in person and The Fort Carson Network Thirteen of the functional During the DAIG out brief, knight him as well as the other recipients on this Enterprise Center earned a areas met or exceeded DAIG David J. Wilson, assistant team occasion. commendable rating from a standards. leader, said that during his tenure “Let me tell you about St. George medallions,” Department of the Army The overall result was “pass- with the inspection team, the Fort Milano said. “It is not just a rubber stamp. It is a very inspection March 8-12. ing with commendable rating,” a Carson NEC was the best organi- distinct recognition among armor cavalry. It is my The four-person DA first for a large NEC and the only zation he had inspected. Some of distinct honor to present these awards today.” Inspector General team inspected commendable rating bestowed on the strengths listed by the IG Milano said presenting the awards was one of the 14 functional areas to determine an Army organization in the last team in the out brief were: “very added bonuses to being chief of armor. how the activity is achieving three years, Preston said. professional and knowledgeable No matter what their rank, the tankers and security compliance. “These inspection results IA workforce, IA document armored cavalrymen made an impact on Soldiers’ Among the areas inspected validate the hard work and dedi- management and control, work lives, said Milano. were policy and procedures, cation to duty the Information with tactical units to reintegrate privilege access, network Assurance Division and the NEC systems and a strong organiza- SSOOSS monitoring, incident response provide on a daily basis to ensure tional cohesiveness.” and wireless security, said Tom we secure and defend Fort In a memorandum to the from page 6 Greenwell, chief, Compliance Carson’s Installation Campus NEC director, Tom Jacobs, Brig. other existing support groups and developing better Branch, Information Assurance Area Network,” Preston said. Gen. James Pasquarette, deputy community outreach services. Division. The NEC staff both welcomed commanding general for The SOS staff said it recognizes that coping with “The Directorate of Human the inspection team and cooperated support, 4th Infantry Division, the loss of a loved one can be an extremely difficult life Resources also made a major fully throughout the process, congratulated the NEC team. experience, and when the loss of a Soldier connects contribution with its expertise Greenwell said. “This is a great accomplish- to that, the experience can be highly magnified. in Personal Identifiable Infor- “It was very well received,” ment — you have set the standard Many times survivors are under such great stress mation,” another one of the he said. “Everyone was very for all other NECs to shoot for,” they do not always know services are in place functional areas inspected by the motivated and had a positive he said in the memo. throughout the Army and the community, to help them cope in myriad ways, staff members said. “The one thing survivors want, almost universally, is their Soldier back, and that’s the one thing that we can’t give them,” said Jackson. “But we want to give them anything (else) we possibly can, do anything we possibly can for them, to make their lives better in any way we can.” That, Jackson said, is the SOS’s primary goal. When completed, the new SOS center should have a fully functioning kitchen, a meeting room, playroom and meditation room, a fenced-in playground and a serenity garden. All these amenities are meant to help survivors reduce stress and have a place to call their own. This program will demonstrate the Army’s, as well as Fort Carson’s, complete commitment to Families of the fallen. The SOS is in place to be an enhanced, holistic and multi-agency approach to delivering services to survivors in Colorado, Utah, North and South Dakota and Wyoming. Gunn said anyone who wants help or more information is welcome to come by the SOS center, but the SOS will be temporarily located at the Army Community Service Center in building 1526 as renovations continue. The plan is to have an open

Photo by Rick Emert house at the finished SOS center June 15. For Michael Burton, left, Information Assurance security specialist, and Lew Robinson, network security engineer, additional information, survivors are encouraged to man the Network Enterprise Center Operations Center Monday at the NEC. call the ACS main number at 526-4590. April 9, 2010 — MOUNTAINEER 9

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Post honors nation’s ‘elite’ Story and photos by Rick Emert the ceremony would like to be remembered Mountaineer staff for how they led and trained Soldiers. “I’m sure if I spoke with every one of Eleven Soldiers with 215 years of them, the best way that their legacy is going to combined service retired in a ceremony continue — the best way that we as an Army March 31 at the Special Events Center. and we as a nation can remember their service Maj. Gen. David G. Perkins, commanding — is every single day when we come to work general, 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson, and we see the Soldiers and Families that are presented coins, awards, certificates signed by still serving today,” he said. “The Soldiers that President Barack Obama and American flags to are in our Army today — who are deploying the servicemembers; he presented certificates today, who are in harm’s way — are doing of appreciation and roses to their spouses. that because they had the leadership of these The Ivy Division Band performed before fine Soldiers here in front of us.” the ceremony and also played the national Perkins noted that the Soldiers, who came anthem, the Army Song and other music from all across the nation, were more than during the ceremony. just a cross section of the United States. The formality of the ceremony is a way for “This is a very special portion of our the community to “pause and reflect back on country; this is the elite of our country,” he those of us who wear the uniform, why we do said. “This is the top percent of our country what we do and those of you out there who that has decided they will put their lives in support those who wear the uniform, why you service to our nation; they will put their do what you do,” Perkins said. Family lives in service to our nation. The ceremony was more than some “They will deploy multiple times. They anticipated, including Zulina Baskin, an will give of themselves, if need be, the ultimate 11-year veteran who left the Army last year. sacrifice to defend freedom and liberty here Her husband, Staff Sgt. Kenneth Baskin, in America and across the world and truly retired in the ceremony. embody that which makes our nation great.” “The ceremony was great,” she said. “There Items to be presented to servicemembers and their spouses are was a much bigger turnout than I expected.” Newest retirees on display before the Fort Carson retirement ceremony March 31 Although he was ready to retire, at the Special Events Center. Kenneth, from 59th Quartermaster Company, Sgt. Maj. Anthony J. Griego, 2nd BCT, 4th Inf. Div. 1st Sgt. Floyd D. Beasley, 68th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, 2nd BSTB, 2nd BCT, 4th Inf. Div. 1st Sgt. Jonathan L. Callahan, 2nd BCT, 4th Inf. Div. 43rd Sustainment Brigade, 4th Infantry 1st Sgt. Daniel B. Seeback, 1st STB, 1st BCT, 4th Inf. Div. Division, said he had “preceremony anxiety” Master Sgt. Christopher J. Atwater, 1st BCT, 4th Inf. Div. the day before. He said he would miss some Sgt. 1st Class Shelvy L. Convert Jr., 3rd BCT, 4th Inf. Div. Bottom: Maj. Gen. David G. Perkins, commanding aspects of wearing of the uniform. Sgt. 1st Class Andrew T. Puls, 2nd BCT, 4th Inf. Div. general, 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson, “I had a lot of long hours in my service, Sgt. 1st Class Erin R. Langes, 43rd SB, 4th Inf. Div. left, presents the American flag to retiring Sgt. but I will miss training the Soldiers,” he said. Staff Sgt. Kenneth R. Baskin Sr., 43rd SB, 4th Inf. Div. Staff Sgt. Donald R. Sales, 1st Class Kenneth Baskin as his wife, Zulina, In his remarks, Perkins said that each of Div. West. Staff Sgt. Brian E. Vesper, 2nd BCT, 4th Inf. Div. looks on at the Fort Carson retirement ceremony the noncommissioned officers who retired in March 31 at the Special Events Center. 12 MOUNTAINEER — April 9, 2010

Claims against the estate — With deepest regret from 4-7 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m.-noon Sunday. The to the Family of Pvt. Kenneth Deshields, deceased. sale ends with a half-price blowout sale from 1-2 p.m. Anyone having claims against or indebtedness Sunday. The school is located at 1200 Cresta Road, to his estate should contact Capt. Charles Manning just north of the Broadmoor Hotel. at 719-243-8707. Tell Me A Story — The Military Child Education Claims against the estate — With deepest regret Coalition hosts a free Tell Me A Story program to the Family of Pfc. Winston J. Miroy, deceased. Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Special Events Center on Fort Anyone having claims against or indebtedness to Carson. Command Sgt. Maj. Daniel A. Dailey, 4th his estate should contact Capt. Mayra Davis at Infantry Division and Fort Carson senior enlisted 719-209-4281. leader, will read “The Remarkable Farkle McBride” Motorcycle safety day - Spring Kick Start, the second by John Lithgow. Every Family attending gets a copy annual motorcycle safety event and mentorship of the book. The Tell Me A Story program mission ride, takes place Friday at 10 a.m. at the Ironhorse is to empower military children by using literature Park pavilion area. All Fort Carson military, retirees, and their own stories in a way that fosters skills for Department of the Army civilians, Family members resilience, strong peer and parent connections, a sense and government contractors are invited to attend. of pride and accomplishment and a caring community. Sponsored by the U.S. Military Motorcycle Riders Space is limited; call the Fort Carson Parent to Parent Fort Carson Chapter, the event features lunch program at 719-375-0548 or e-mail co(underscore) cooked by a family readiness group, membership [email protected] to make a reservation. meeting, scheduled rides for the year, demonstration Retirement ceremony — The next Fort Carson by the Colorado Springs Police Department monthly post retirement ceremony takes place motorcycle unit, safety inspection for all April 28 at 10 a.m. in the Special Events Center. motorcycles, maintenance training and a mentorship The ceremony honors the careers of retiring Soldiers ride. For more information on the Motorcycle and the sacrifices of their spouses. Mentorship Program, call Terry Mullins at 719- Legal services — Services provided at the 338-2585 or e-mail [email protected]. Soldier Readiness Processing site are for Soldiers Craft fair — The Enlisted Spouses Charitable undergoing the SRP process. The SRP Legal Office Organization sponsors a craft fair May 1 from 9 will only provide powers of attorney or notary a.m.-4 p.m. at the Special Events Center. The event services to Soldiers processing through the SRP. features designer crafts, decorations, original Retirees, Family members and Soldiers not in the artwork, jewelry and handmade treasures from SRP process can receive legal assistance and powers walk-ins are available; however, space-available slots local artisans. Admission is $1 per person. A portion of attorney at the main legal office located at 1633 may be available. The office is located in building of the proceeds will support the Fort Carson Mekong Street, building 6222, next to the Family 6285 on Woodfill Road, directly across from the Parent to Parent program. For more information Readiness Center. Legal assistance prepares powers Colorado Inn and Elkhorn Conference Center. Call call Carol Ann Mountjoy at 931-801-4277 or e-mail of attorney and performs notary services on a walk-in 524-1013/2013 to schedule an appointment. esco(underscore)[email protected]. basis from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Wednesday Optometry services — The Evans Army Community Youth summer volunteer program — The and Friday, and from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursday. Hospital Optometry Clinicoffers optometry services to American Red Cross station at EvansArmy Five-kilometer run — The Fort Carson Sexual TRICARE Prime beneficiaries — active-duty Community Hospital offers a Youth Volunteer Assault Prevention and Response Program and Soldiers, Family members 4 and older and retirees 64 Summer Program June 1-Aug.6 designed to help 4th Infantry Division are hosting a five-kilometer and younger. The clinic is located on the second floor youth explore a career in the health care field, learn run Saturday, 7:30-9:30 a.m. starting and finishing next to the EENT Clinic. It is open 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. new skills, serve the community and earn volunteer at Ironhorse Park. Various post organizations weekdays. To schedule an appointment call the hours. The program is open to military identification will have information booths. central appointment line at (719) 457-2274. cardholders ages 14-17. Interested youth should Donated annual leave for Fort Carson civilian Hospital visitor policy — Evans Army Community submit a completed ARC Summer Youth Volunteer employees — is currently being accepted for the Hospital has rescinded its visitation policy put in Program application — available at the ARC following civilians under the Voluntary Leave Transfer effect during the H1N1 influenza outbreak. There office in room 1033 of the hospital — no later Program. The employees who have exhausted all are currently no restrictions on visitors’ ages. than May 10. For more information contact the available leave because of medical emergencies Routine visiting hours are from 9 a.m.-8 p.m., American Red Cross at 526-7144. and are currently accepting leave donations are: however, Intensive Care and Mother-Baby units Yard sales — The next authorized date to conduct George Anderson, Mary Koziol and Danette Wyatt, open to visitors at 8 a.m. Visitors should not have yard sales on Fort Carson is April 17. Yard sales can Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and colds or other illnesses; no more than three visitors be held on post the first and third Saturdays of Recreation; Anthony Jackson and Eric Lewis, per patient are allowed in a patient’s room at one the month, April through December. Fort Carson Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and time; children must have parental supervision; residents set up their items in front of their homes. Security; Craig Wright, Jennifer Taylor and James and and all visitors must abide by ward rules. Single Soldiers and military Families who reside off Torrie Koller, Directorate of Emergency Services; Hospital after-hours entrance — The west post can participate by setting up in the Beacon Bradley Bills, Denver Holden and Michael Patrocky, entrance revolving door is the only after-hours Elementary School parking lot. Yard sales are U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command; nonemergency entrance to Evans Army Community organized and conducted by the installation Kelly Sangwin, Civilian Personnel Advisory Center; Hospital. Visitors must check in with the security Mayoral Program, the Directorate of Public Works and Brent Jackson, Directorate of Human Resources. guard and receive a visitor’s pass. Emergency Housing Liaison Office and the Balfour Beatty To donate annual leave under VLTP, contact the patients are the only ones who may enter the hospital Military Family Housing Office. For more Garrison Resource Management Office at 526-1841/ through the north-side Emergency Room entrance. information call the Mayoral Program at 526-8303 1839 or [email protected] to For more information, call 526-7655. or Army Community Service at 526-4590. obtain form OMP-630A, “Request to Donate Annual Hospital east parking lot — The 233-space parking Family housing weight loss contest — Registration Leave,” or the OMP-630B for an outside agency. lot on the northeast corner of Evans Army Community for Mountain Meltdown, a 10-week weight loss contest Sidewalk construction project — Two federal Hospital, near the bus stop, includes open, handicap for the residents of Fort Carson Family Housing, stimulus-funded contracts have been awarded to and motorcycle parking for patients. Patients using is Saturday from 9-11 a.m. at the Joel Hefley expand and otherwise improve traffic flow through the parking lot can enter the east end of the hospital Community Center. Contestants will complete the intersections at Specker Avenue at Ellis Street using the sidewalk that starts from the northeast information sheets, weigh-in and receive a free and Specker Avenue at Nelson Boulevard. Right parking lot and ends at the east entrance. Hospital fitness kit. Run by a certified personal trainer, the turn lane pockets will be constructed and traffic officials remind patients that parking is only allowed program teaches healthy eating habits and how to control signals will be erected at both intersections. in designated parking stalls on paved surfaces. Police use the fitness center at the Joel Hefley Community The entrance driveway to the indoor pool will be are ticketing those vehicles illegally parked in the dirt Center. Prizes will be awarded in two categories: reconfigured and additional/connecting sidewalk or gravel alongside hospital roads or in grass-covered natural weight loss and surgical weight loss. Balfour sections with handicap ramps will be constructed areas. For more information call 526-7655. Beatty Community LifeWorks coordinator Kris along Nelson Boulevard and along Specker Avenue Influenza self-care medications — TRICARE- Spiller asks that participants with health care issues between the two intersections. A temporary road to eligible beneficiaries 18 and older can pick up consult their physician before starting the program. the indoor pool parking lot has been constructed off influenza self-care medications acetaminophen and The contest ends June 15. For more information of the south Wolf Dining Facility driveway. Concrete ibuprofen without a prescription at the Evans Army call Spiller at 579-1606, ext. 256. work has already started; asphalt work will be delayed Community Hospital pharmacy window 2 Mondays- Gate 3 access — The left lane of traffic entering until warmer weather. Both intersections are expected Thursdays from 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Fridays 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Gate 3 is restricted to Department of Defense decaled to be completed in April, weather permitting. Drivers and Saturdays 8 a.m.-4 p.m. The commissary vehicles from 5-6:30 a.m. Contractor and commercial are asked to drive carefully through the construction pharmacy and the outlying clinic pharmacies will vehicles will be required to use the right two lanes area. For more information call 492-4308. also distribute self-care medications during normal during this timeframe. For more information call the Free Tax Center — The Fort Carson Tax Center is operating hours. Parents can obtain medications for Access and Control Division at 526-2760. accepting appointments from Soldiers, retirees and their eligible children; those picking up medications Preferred shopper status — Cheyenne Mountain their Families for free tax preparation. The center is for children less than 2 years old will need to High School is offering military Families a preferred open through May 14, Mondays-Thursdays from know their child’s weight. For more information shopper status at its annual garage sale and boutique 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Fridays 8 a.m.-4 p.m., excluding contact the Pharmacy Information Line at Saturday from 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. before the event federal and training holidays. The center is also open 524-4088. For information about flu vaccinations opens to the public. The event is open to the public from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday and April 10. No call the Flu Shot Hotline at 526-6422. April 9, 2010 — MOUNTAINEER 13 14 MOUNTAINEER — April 9, 2010 God be with you all Commentary by A hero lives for someone and that now’s the time to run into the them that now is the time to Chap. (Maj.) Glenn Palmer something beyond him or herself. fire of homecoming. Now is the appreciate and embrace each U.S. Army Garrison A hero is someone who walks and time to be gentle warriors, now’s moment and each day, as well as even runs into the fire because the time to share their stories, care and the relationships in our lives Recently, a man flew his single there truly is no other option; no for themselves and others, now’s as gifts from God. When all is said engine plane into an IRS building other way to live and to be. the time to lay their burdens down. and done God and each other are in Texas. Amid the smoke and fire This was the metaphor I used As someone who served two tours all we have. Now is the time for and shattering glass and chaos recently when briefing the heroes as a combat chaplain for a unit them, and for all of us, to be heroes and confusion, a window washer and warriors of the 4th Engineer that suffered 13 killed and 100 at home and in our personal lives stacked his ladder against the Battalion who lost 11 of their own, wounded in action, I shared with in all we say and do. building, raced up the ladder in Afghanistan. I shared and started guiding folks out. It with them that for the turns out he is a former Army past 12 months they ran paratrooper who served in Iraq. into the fire and hell of He is a hero and a warrior. war. I shared with them Warriors run into the fire; not away from the fire. Those words came to mind for me when telling my 17-year-old son about the “Each of you should incident. I shared with him that the man’s actions exemplify servant look not only to his own leadership and the heart of soldiering. While he would not interests, but also to the describe himself as a hero, he is indeed a hero because he couldn’t imagine doing anything other than interests of others.” what he did. That is his ethos. — Philippians 2:4 Running away from the fire was not and is not an option for him. April 9, 2010 — MOUNTAINEER 15

FAMCOM nights — held 5:45-8 p.m. Saturday, April 24; and May 8, 22 and 29 at Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel Schedule Chapel, hosted by Military Family Ministries. ROMAN CATHOLIC Enjoy evenings of encouragement with your Day Time Service Chapel Location Contact Person spouse, with food and a relaxed environment for Sunday 8:15-8:45 a.m. Reconciliation Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Chap. Gross/526-5279 Sunday 9:15 a.m. Mass Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Chap. Gross/526-5279 the whole family. The evenings are designed to Sunday 10:30 a.m. CRE Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Pat Treacy/524-2458 spiritually encourage, equip and build strong Sunday 10:30 a.m. RCIA Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Pat Treacy/524-2458 Sunday 11 a.m. Mass Healer Evans Army Hospital Fr. Nwatawali/526-7347 military marriages and Families. Tu/Thurs noon Mass Healer Evans Army Hospital Fr. Nwatawali/526-7347 The event includes a potluck dinner — bring a PROTESTANT main dish and one side to share; mixers and games; Friday 4:30 p.m. Intercessory prayer, Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Chap. Firtko/524-4316 Family worship, prayer and Bible teachings; and a Bible Study Sunday 9 a.m. Protestant Healer Evans Army Hospital Chap. Roberts/526-7387 DVD series on marriage and parenting. Children Sunday 9 a.m. Liturgical Service Prussman Barkeley & Ellis Chap. Mitchell/650-8042 are welcome, but an RSVP is required for planning Sunday 9:15 a.m. Sunday School Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Heidi McAllister/526-5744 Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School Prussman Barkeley & Prussman Heidi McAllister/526-5744 purposes. For more information call 313-9408 or Sunday 10:50 a.m. Protestant Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Chap. Firtko/524-4316 e-mail Cedric or Sandi Boehr at [email protected]. Sunday 11 a.m. Protestant/Gospel Prussman Barkeley & Prussman Ursula Pittman/503-1104 Sunday 11 a.m. Chapel Next Veterans Magrath & Titus Chap. Frailey/526-8262 Tuesday 9:20 a.m., 5:50 p.m. PWOC Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Chap. Firtko/524-4316 Trail West Family Camp — will be hosting 28-30 Wednesday 2:30-4:30p.m. Youth ministry Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Heidi McAllister/526-5744 active-duty Soldiers and their Families for a free week JEWISH in the mountains near For information and a schedule of Jewish Sabbath services, call the U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet Chapel at 333-2636. Buena Vista this summer. WICCA Details and online Sunday 2 p.m. Building 4800 Harr & McNerny [email protected] registration are available COLORADO WARRIORS SWEATLODGE Colorado Warriors Sweatlodge ceremonies (He Ska Akicita Inipi) are offered to military Family members and Department of Defense personnel. These lodges at http://www.military are traditional Lakota spiritual ceremonies for cleansing, purification and prayer, and are fully sanctioned and supported by the Fort Carson command chaplain. Michael familycamp.younglife.org Hackwith is the spiritual adviser. For information and directions call Zoe Goodblanket at 442-0929 or e-mail [email protected] or Wendy Hockwith at 285-5240 or [email protected]. through April 30.

Daily Bible readings: To assist in regular Scripture reading, the The Military Council of Youth and School Services, prior notification following Scriptures are recommended. These Scriptures are Catholic Women — required. For more information or to request part of the common daily lectionary, which is designed to present the entire Bible over a three-year cycle. upcoming events: Bible child care contact Julie Fisher at 719-930-3819. Friday — Psalms 119:9-16, 1 Corinthians 7-9 study and fellowship every Wednesday Elections for new officers will be April 17, Saturday — Psalms 119:17-24, 1 Corinthians 10-11 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel. 18 and 21. Sunday — Psalms 119: 25-32, 1 Corinthians 12-14 First Friday Mass at 10 a.m., followed by a general The worldwide conference will take place in Monday — Psalms 119:33-40, 1 Corinthians 15-16 membership meeting and fellowship. Baltimore, this year, Oct. 7-11. Tuesday — Psalms 119:41-48, 2 Corinthians 1-4 Child care is available if registered with Child Wednesday — Psalms 119:49-56, 2 Corinthians 5-7 Thursday — Psalms 119:57-64, 2 Corinthians 8-10 16 MOUNTAINEER — April 9, 2010 EO honors women in history Story and photo by Staff Sgt. Jeffrey Smith Mountaineer staff

Women’s History Month was celebrated by honoring women in an annual celebration at Wolf Dining Facility March 23. With the theme of writing women back into history, the Fort Carson Equal Opportunity Program put on Fort Carson an event focused on reflection and Soldiers complete appreciation for the women of history their “Who am I?” that acted as trailblazers for the segment during the advancement of women’s rights within Women’s History the United States. Month observance “Under a national proclamation March 23. order, today we are here to celebrate all women. No one woman is more ladies and women in our military,” of the Medal of Honor; Mary Barr, the look at the Army, I’m proud that important than the other,” said Sgt. said 1st Lt. Lenora Gogins-Watkins, first woman pilot for the United States we now have a four-star general 1st Class Natasha Massicott, 2nd 43rd Sustainment Brigade, who Forest Service; and Amelia Earhart, officer that’s a female. I never Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry also performed a liturgical dance to the first woman to fly solo from coast thought that I would see that … and Division. “There are so many great a gospel song. to coast, who also set numerous solo she’s an incredible leader, regardless women in history that have made In a segment entitled “Who am records in aviation. of what sex she is.” significant contributions to the plight I?,” various female Soldiers came to Massicott took time to honor the As the event came to a close, it of all women.” the podium in costume to portray women in the room by having them seemed to have been enjoyable and After an invocation was given, various historical women in the fields stand and be recognized. insightful to those who attended. Sgt. 1st Class Lisa King, 2nd Battalion, of firefighting, medicine and flight. “I don’t look at a Soldier as a “I thought it was absolutely 8th Infantry Regiment, 2nd BCT, 4th The Soldiers paid homage to such male or female anymore … I look at incredible, actually,” said Sgt. Amy Inf. Div., recited the poem “Phenomenal women as Molly Williams, a slave them as a Soldier and I hold them to Belhumeur, 4th Inf. Div., “It gave Woman” by Maya Angelou. from New York City who became the the standard we ask of any Soldier,” me some knowledge as to things “I think it’s important to honor first female firefighter; Dr. Mary said Brig. Gen. James Pasquarette, that I didn’t know about with women, those people and to observe those Walker, one of the earliest female deputy commanding general for where they came from … it was people that have paved the way for physicians and first female recipient support, 4th Inf. Div. “When you just very knowledgeable.”

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He said people run into issues or Mountaineer staff travel 68 miles each way to access specialty care, difficulties with some aspect of dealing with Adams said the recommendation calls for lowering military life and they voice their concern but Five Fort Carson members were among 56 the required distance to 50 miles each way. often feel like that’s the end of it. delegates in Atlanta March 23-26 to vote on the She said having to travel this distance for care “They voiced their displeasure and (feel) it’s top five quality-of-life issues affecting today’s several times “is a huge deal” for junior enlisted never going to be addressed, dealt with or even Army family. Families who have to take time off work and looked at,” he said. “(The AFAP conference) was Delegates from installations across the country absorb the cost of the trip. a very graphic demonstration of how those issues attended the annual weeklong U.S. Army Forces “So our recommendation was to take it from are not ignored. If they can’t be addressed at the Command Army Family Action Plan conference to 100 miles and drop it down to 50 miles so that local level they get brought up to the highest levels prioritize 72 issues — eight from Fort Carson — they could be reimbursed.” of government to get fixed,” he said. identified during last year’s installation-level The group’s second recommendation would Adams agreed: “It’s a pretty powerful process — AFAP conferences. eliminate parents and legal guardians from having knowing that anyone in the Army Family has a voice.” The importance FORSCOM places on the AFAP to present their child’s identification card in order to And, this includes single Soldiers, said Spc. process is evident by the amount of time its pick up prescriptions for those older than 10 years Victor Favero, a Fort Carson Warrior Transition commanding general dedicated to the conference, old. Adams said this change would alleviate Unit Soldier who served as a delegate. said Command Sgt. Maj. Ted Taala, senior problems where children attend school off post but “(Single Soldiers) hear … ‘family plan’ and enlisted leader for the 242nd Explosive Ordnance live on post and must show their ID card to gain think it has nothing to do with them,” he said. “It’s Disposal Battalion, 71st Ordnance Group (EOD), access to the installation. the Army Family. It’s not just for people with who served as a delegate on the Child, Youth and The pool of delegates represent the Army’s Families, with children, it’s (for) the entire Army School Services panel. diverse demographics, to include active-duty and Family. So (single Soldiers) have a voice, too … if “You consider yourself lucky to get a couple of Reserve Soldiers of various ranks and marital they have problems they need to bring them forward.” minutes of (a general’s) time,” said Taala. “When status, military and civilian leaders, Family All 72 issues addressed at the FORSCOM you see a four-star (general) sit down and spend members, retirees, DA civilians, and surviving conference started at the installation level. Every three to four hours talking over (quality-of-life spouses and Family members of deceased Soldiers. issue submitted through the Fort Carson AFAP issues) … he obviously considers it very important.” “The nice thing about (having representation program is considered at the installation conference, Planned and facilitated by Well-Being Division from the many) demographics is … (that) there is said Nancy Montville, program manager. personnel from FORSCOM G-1, the delegates always somebody on each of the panels that has some Fort Carson community members can find out were assigned to five workgroups and tasked with personal experience with that (particular) issue,” more about the AFAP program by visiting prioritizing issues, ultimately presenting the group’s Taala said. “What really impressed me … was how http://community.carson.army.mil/ACS. Click on top two issues to FORSCOM’s senior leaders. The passionate all of the delegates were. You could hear the “Army Family Action Plan” link for program top 10 issues were briefed prior to the delegates some of the discussions from quite a ways outside details which include a “Great Ideas Wanted” link voting to establish the top five concerns to be the room. People were excited, they were motivated.” where people can voice their concerns. evaluated by the FORSCOM leadership and staff Taala said his AFAP experience assured him Editor’s note: Paul D. Prince, FORSCOM to determine which can — and cannot — be that issues raised at the installation level are Public Affairs, contributed to this article. resolved at the command level. Issues that cannot be resolved at the FORSCOM level will be elevated to Department of the Army level for evaluation through the ongoing AFAP process. The issues Top 5 forwarded to DA were divided into five categories — benefits and Fifty-six Army Family Action Plan five quality-of-life issues are: entitlements; CYSS; Family support/civilian issues; delegates from Army installations • Soldiers and Family members’ medical force support; and medical and dental. nationwide prioritized the top five quality- travel reimbursement. Fort Carson Family member Valarie Adams of-life issues to be forwarded for resolution • Exceptional Family Member Program served as a facilitator for the medical and dental through the ongoing Department of the enrollment process. group that saw its two issues make the top five cut. Army national AFAP process. • Prescription pick-up for children The weeklong U.S. Army Forces 10 years of age and older by parents The first issue calls for amending the regulation Command AFAP conference held in Atlanta or legal guardians. concerning Soldier and Family member travel March 23-26 provided an opportunity • Tax exemptions for Department of the reimbursement when accessing off-post specialty for the delegates to vote on the top issues Army civilians in combat zones. care. Currently, TRICARE only reimburses if the from a pool of 72 concerns. The top • Emergency short-term child care. specialty-care facility is at least 100 miles from an 18 MOUNTAINEER — April 9, 2010 April 9, 2010 — MOUNTAINEER 19 WelcomeWelcome homehome 32nd32nd TTrans.rans.

Story and photos by Geoffrey Roper every time … there are no words for it,” she said. Mountaineer staff This is the second tour for Sgt. James Copeland, met at the ceremony by his wife, Jessica, and daughter, Jasmine. Fort Carson welcomed home more than 150 Soldiers His wife said she was just glad he made it home safely. from the 32nd Transportation Company, 68th Combat “Great, excited just to have him here,” she said. Sustainment Support Battalion, 43rd Sustainment Brigade Copeland said he feels exactly the same way. at the Special Events Center Monday. “It’s really a good feeling knowing that your Family is The 32nd Trans. returns to Fort Carson having there for you,” he said. completed a 12-month deployment to Afghanistan in support After being away from them for a year, Copeland said of Operation Enduring Freedom, with friends and Family he missed them and was ready to start being a dad again. coming out in force to show their appreciation. “It feels great. It’s been a long year and well For Brenda Daumond, this is starting to become deserved, and (it’s) time to have a good time and enjoy old hat, as her son, Sgt. Kelly Daumond, returned from my Family,” he said. another tour of duty. While deployed, the 32nd Trans. was responsible for Even so, she still gets emotional every time he returns. transporting various supplies, including water, fuel, ammunition “Unbelievable, every time, we’re here when he and parts to other units operating at Regional Command comes home. This is his fourth tour. We’ve been here East at Bagram Air Base, and throughout Afghanistan.

Sgt. James Copeland kisses his daughter, Jasmine, as his wife, Jessica, looks on during the welcome home ceremony for the 32nd Transportation Company held at the Special Events Center Monday.

Soldiers from the 32nd Transportation Company look for their gear as they get off their buses outside the Special Events Center Monday.

A group of children holds up signs at the Special Events Center Monday, awaiting the entrance of Soldiers from the 32nd Transportation Company after a yearlong deployment to Afghanistan. Layout by Jeanne Mazerall 20 MOUNTAINEER — April 9, 2010 April 9, 2010 — MOUNTAINEER 21

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u f of the Mountaineer. 22 MOUNTAINEER — April 9, 2010 Piñon Canyon hires 3 local firefighters Story and photos by Geoffrey Roper taking the position at Piñon Canyon. This mutual aid has already had an impact. Mountaineer staff “I have a wife and three kids, and it was a Just after going full time, Piñon Canyon better move for me and my family. It gives me firefighters were preparing for an exercise run when Fort Carson’s Piñon Canyon fire station recently a better chance at promotions and better pay, and they noticed a column of smoke in the distance. hired three firefighters, bringing the total number lets me stay here,” said Keefe. They immediately headed toward it, and, meeting to 12 staff members. In the past, Fort Carson firefighters were only up with a firefighter from the Hoehne department The newly hired firefighters — Leon Plank, at Piñon Canyon when Soldiers were there to train. who had already responded, found a trailer fully Casey Keefe and Lynn Reynolds, are all residents Now the operation is a full time, 24/7 service, which engulfed in fire, and a man beside it surrounded of the Trinidad and Model area. allows for better community relations and a better by flames. Helping the local fire official, Silloway Fire Chief Glen Silloway said his department response time to fires or emergencies. said they managed to rescue the man and saved him put the word out to area cities that it was looking In addition, all 12 staff members live within from certain death. for locals with firefighting experience. 50 miles of Piñon Canyon’s main gate, helping the “No one agency is capable of handling every These three men now join nine others as area economically. situation, whether it’s a rescue, a fire, whatever,” full-time members of the crew. Keefe said he loves the area and plans to stay said Silloway. Keefe has lived in Trinidad for more than permanently. Sharing operating costs also helps the fire two years, and said he had been scanning the “I enjoy it since I’m really into outdoor departments. Internet for a firefighting job. He had been activities. This place presents a lot of opportunities “If any one agency was designed and prepared working for the Trinidad Fire Department prior to for stuff like hiking, camping, mountain biking, to handle their worst case scenario, it would cost and other things,” he said. a lot of money, so when you share resources The station is part of a mutual-aid agreement and you’re able to mutually respond, it’s a benefit with various fire stations in the region. If one of to all involved,” said Silloway. those stations calls Piñon Canyon for help, the staff In the end, even as the full-time station will respond. If Piñon Canyon needs support, other helps the local community in numerous ways, its stations can respond. Silloway said the big benefit, main goal is to protect Soldiers. besides the mutual help, is they now all train and “Ultimately the reason we are there is we are prepare together, and the Army covers the costs. protecting our nation’s Soldiers, wherever they “Since we’ve been down there we’ve done train,” said Silloway. (mutual) wild-land firefighting classes, we’ve done He said Piñon Canyon is also an excellent and some (emergency medical services) classes … It’s essential training ground for those Soldiers; a vast (been) a very positive interaction with other local area where the Army can recreate realistic scenarios, Photo by Capt. Michael Fennema agencies, which the majority down there are such as mock towns and villages, to educate From left, new firefighters Casey Keefe, Lynn Reynolds volunteer departments,” said Silloway. “The city and prepare them before they deploy to war. and Leon Plank clean up engine 37 at fire station 35 at of Trinidad is a paid department, and we also have Silloway feels that not only trains them for combat, Piñon Canyon March 26. been building a good relationship with (them).” but also potentially saves lives. April 9, 2010 — MOUNTAINEER 23

Trojans shine in all-star classic Story by Walt Johnson Mountaineer staff

When the doors to the Pepsi Center in Denver opened Saturday for the “Show” the high school all-star basketball game, it was a time to be proud of Fountain-Fort Carson Trojan basketball. The head coach of the girls blue team was the Trojans Harry Knight and the leading scorer in Lady Trojans history, D’Shara Strange, was a member of his team. In the boys contest, Trojan standout Martin Thomas represented the boys in fine fashion, playing solid defense, good offense and proving he was one of the top 20 boys players in the state of Colorado. In the girls contest, Knight and Strange were able to help the Blue team play a close contest that wasn’t decided until the last five seconds of the game when the White team scored a basket to earn a two-point victory. After the game, Strange reflected on playing in the game and moving on to the collegiate level next year. “I had fun out there. My team was very talented and we got along just great. It was a great experience and I am so happy I did this. When I came out here to start the game I didn’t know what was going to happen because everyone out here has a lot of talent. In the warm-ups my shot was off a little and I was trying to get used to playing on this court and that made me pretty nervous. In college everyone will have some talent or they wouldn’t be on the team. This game gave me a very good idea Photo by Walt Johnson Fountain-Fort Carson’s D’Shara Strange drives past Mullen High School’s Hayley Thompson during first-half action Saturday of what I could expect,” Strange said. at the Pepsi Center in Denver. After Strange and Knight ended their game, Thomas and the boys Blue team took the court to meet the White team. The boys team did not fare as well as the girls team as the White team outshot the Blue team and won the game easily. After the game Thomas also said it was a great way to cap off his high school career and gave him the feeling that all his hard work paid off over the past four years. “It was a lot of fun playing with these guys and it was just what I expected it to be when I came out here. I was a little surprised to see how much fun and how funny some of the guys were. I expected to come and play with a lot of guys who were always serious but these guys knew how to have fun. In this game you had to bring your game every second you were out on the floor. You were playing with guys that could exploit your weakness so you had to come out and do what you do best. This was a big honor for me to be considered one of the top 20 players in the state,” Thomas said. Unlike Thomas, Strange got to play the last game of her high school career with her high school coach and she said it was something she will always cherish because Knight was more than a coach to her. “It was an added pleasure for me because coach Knight and I work well together. He has been my teacher and my mentor. He has taught me a lot about basketball but also a lot about life. He has a special place in my heart and I am going to miss him a lot. It will be very different playing for someone else because its been him and my dad Photo by Walt Johnson coaching me for so long. He will be missed, Fountain-Fort Carson’s Martin Thomas shoots over the defensive pressure being applied by Arapahoe High School’s Tim I know that,” Strange said. Billingsley during action Saturday at the Pepsi Center in Denver. 24 MOUNTAINEER — April 9, 2010

On the Bench Post Fun Run, Walk set for April 24 by Walt Johnson p.m. by paying with cash or checks only. Mountaineer staff Race date registration, cash or checks only, will be open from 6:30-7:30 a.m. There will be an event to get people For more information contact Kareem up and moving on a Saturday morning Braithwaite, Intramural Sport Manager, when the post hosts a family fun event at 719-331-2323 or e-mail him at at the Fort Carson Directorate of Family [email protected]. and Morale, Welfare and Recreation A family event is coming back to five kilometer and 10 kilometer Fun Run the Special Events Center. and Walk April 24 at 8 a.m. Family Skate Night returns April The race begins and ends at the 24 from 4-8 p.m. Admission is free. Special Events Center and features a Children of any age can take part in the loop course that includes rolling hills event, however all children ages 16 and and dirt running trails. Baby strollers are under must be accompanied by an adult. authorized but you will need a jogging Skates will be issued as available and stroller for the dirt terrain, according helmets are highly recommended. For to DFMWR officials. Also if dogs are more information call 524-1163. well behaved they will be allowed to run The post youth sports and fitness along while on a leash. division will kick off the spring All people taking part in the race will soccer season April 17 at 8 a.m. at the receive a T-shirt with the event logo and post soccer fields next to the outdoor Photo by Walt Johnson will be served refreshments at the end swimming pool. of the race. The program is open to all The program offers youth soccer Meet the challenge ages. The registration fee is $6 for ages programs (ages 4-15) and a Start Smart Tuffah Dunne helps a post patron during the McKibben Physical Fitness 13 and older, $5 for ages 5-12 and free Soccer (ages 3-4) program. The season is Center super endurance Challenge class held Monday. The challenge is an for ages 4 and under. scheduled to run from April 17 to May eight-week program that helps people improve their cardiovascular, Early registration requests can be 29. Also, some of the teams for 10-12 push- up, sit-up, squat, jump rope and overall physical training, according submitted at any of the Fort Carson fitness to Dunne. Classes are held each Monday from 5-6:30 p.m. centers, Mondays-Fridays, from 8 a.m.-6 See Bench on page 25 April 9, 2010 — MOUNTAINEER 25

BBeenncchh 6:10 p.m. and 1:10 p.m. from page 24 respectively. The New York Mets will be the opposition year-olds will kick off Pride April 13 and 14 at 6:40 p.m. soccer season Saturday and April 15 at 1:10 p.m. at the youth soccer fields. All Mountain Post Games are scheduled to people can purchase begin at 10 a.m. discount tickets in the The Colorado Springs outfield box, pavilion, right Sky Sox have designated field mezzanine and upper May 14 as Fort Carson reserved infield for their Appreciation Night this family and friends. To year. The Sky Sox will purchase the tickets call open their regular season 303-ROCKIES and tell home schedule April 16 them you are military and at 6:05 p.m. when they give them reference number meets the Las Vegas 51s. 20065581. This offer The Sky Sox will meet will not be available at the the Albuquerque Isotops, ticket windows. the Triple-A affiliate of Fort Carson women the Toronto Blue Jays, that are currently getting evening with the game ready for the upcoming scheduled to begin at 6:05 softball season with p.m. The Sky Sox will practice sessions at the also honor local Hall of softball field adjacent to Famer Rich “Goose” Forrest Fitness Center. Gossage in August. The women are work- The Colorado Rockies ing out every Friday from will once again be offering 5-7 p.m. to get ready for discount tickets for league play in Colorado Photo by Walt Johnson members of the Mountain Springs. Also, if enough Soccer warm-up Post community women show interest there The first of the special could be a league formed Mustafa Bilal, Fort Carson Youth Services Center West Side Connection soccer coach, talks to his team deals takes place Saturday on post. If you want during a practice session Monday at the post youth soccer fields. The post youth soccer season kicks and Sunday when the further information on off April 17 at 8 a.m. with opening ceremonies. Rockies host the San Diego the tryouts contact Cathy Padres. Game times are Satow at 330-7095. 26 MOUNTAINEER — April 9, 2010 MountaineerMountaineer AAtthlehlettee ofof tthehe WWeekeek Harry Knight Fountain-Fort Carson girls basketball coach Harry Knight is the natural father of four girls. His job as Fountain-Fort Carson High School’s basketball coach means that he also has a number of adopted “daughters” as well. One of his adopted daughters, the Trojans all-time leading girls scorer, D’Shara Strange, joined him Saturday representing the Trojans at “The Show,” the annual high school all star game. What were your childhood sports years like? I grew up playing all the sports just like most kids. I played baseball, football and basketball. In fact, the first organized sport I played was football. Then I started growing and, in the fourth grade, people wanted me to play basketball with the sixth graders. What would you consider your best personal sports moments? I have two. Playing in the state championships in high school and playing in the NCAA tournament when I was in college at Hampton University. We played against Danny Manning and Kansas the year they won the championship. Manning scored 44 points and we got destroyed (laughing). What is your best professional sports moment? I’ve always been a Julius Irving (Dr. J) fan, and watching him be successful would be my favorite sports moment. If you could change one thing in sports what would it be? Parents’ support for the kids and the program. When you have parents on your side it is really great. I think what ruins sports is when parents get to the point where they ruin the pleasure of the game for the athlete and the coach. I wish parents would understand that their child is playing the game because they love the game, and I just wish parents would always keep it positive. People would be surprised to know that … I have played the tenor sax since third grade, and I am an artist. I designed the Lady Trojan logo, and I am a military brat that has traveled around the world. Photo by Walt Johnson

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Colorado Springs’ own triple-A professional baseball team has this season’s first home game April 16 at Security Service Field, with the Las Vegas 51s. The stadium is on the city’s east side. The Sky Sox team has been playing in Colorado Springs since 1988. But the Sky Sox team name is historic, going back to the 1950s, when a Colorado Springs team was affiliated with the Chicago White Sox. “Sky” was chosen because of the city’s high altitude, “Sox” because of the connection with the White Sox. When the Western League folded, so did the Sky Sox. Then the Elmore Sports Group Photo by Walt Johnson bought the Hawaii Islanders and Fort Carson Soldiers post the colors at a previous military appreciation day at Security Service Field. May 14 is Fort Carson Appreciation Day. moved the team to Colorado Springs, reinstating the Sky Sox name. expansion team in 1995, the Colorado said Mike Hobson, director of public At first, the Sky Sox were affiliated Rockies, the Sky Sox became the relations for the Sky Sox. “Its advantage with the Cleveland Indians and Rockies triple-A affiliate. Since is its a small more intimate field played their first season in the then, more that 250 Sky Sox players and affordable fun for families — Memorial Park stadium. have gone on to play with the Rockies it’s more of what the game of baseball When Denver acquired an or other major league teams. is all about.” By 1989, the Sky Sox team Tickets cost $9 for stadium seating had its own stadium, built at a or $12 for box seats. There’s a $2 cost of $3.7 million and seating military discount. Tickets can be 8,500 fans. The stadium was purchased at the stadium box office renovated and upgraded a few or fans can purchase a variety of years ago. It now has luxury package tickets. The box office is open suites, a hot tub and a banquet 9 a.m.-5 p.m. every day. Tickets can hall. It is at 6,531 feet elevation be purchased by phone at 591-SOXX. and has natural grass. On game days, parking is $5, The Sky Sox season runs adjacent to the stadium. from April-September, with Soldiers and Families get free 72 home games. admission during military appreciation Although fans may not see days: Fort Carson Appreciation Day is well known players at Security May 14, when vouchers to exchange Service Field, the stadium is for tickets will be at Fort Carson Places to see in the still a good place for baseball, Information, Tickets and Registration. Pikes Peak area. A seating chart for Security Service Field is food and family fun. shown above. “It’s the hometown team,” See Sky Sox on page 28 April 9, 2010 28 MOUNTAINEER — April 9, 2010

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Military Appreciation Days will be June 2, July 21 and Aug. 11, with vouchers available at Fort Carson ITR on those days. The family fun zone is open before games and includes inflatables for a small fee. Children 12 and under can become members of the Kids Club for $14 each. Membership includes a ticket to every Sunday game and a T-shirt, and each club member gets the chance to run the bases following the Sunday game and announce their name on the loud speaker. “The kids love it,” Hobson said. To encourage fan and family participation, according to Hobson, there is a recurring theme throughout the season for each day of the week: • Sundays: 50-cent hot dogs and Sox Kids Club • Mondays: children eat free (hot dog, chips and soda). • Tuesdays: $2 day — tickets, parking, draft beer • Wednesdays: “Bark in the park.” Bring the family dog and watch the game from the grassy berm by left field. • Thursdays: theme night • Fridays: fireworks night beginning May 14 • Saturdays: Special entertainment or giveaways. Giveaways include team caps, fleece blankets, “shirts off our backs,” a child’s replica jersey, fielders gloves and Goose Gossage statuettes. Rick “Goose” Gossage will be honored with a special salute Aug. 7. Gossage, a graduate of Colorado Springs’ Wasson High School, pitched 21 seasons with nine different teams. Known as a relief pitcher with a great fast ball and a wild mustache, he was best known for his time with the New York Yankees and the San Diego Padres. Gossage was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2008. He will throw out the first pitch. Hobson expects that game to be a sellout. The individual military dates are as follows: • July 21 — Military Appreciation Day scheduled at the Sky Sox stadium, such as • May 14 — Fort Carson Appreciation Day. (Vouchers available at Fort Carson, Schriever, children’s birthday parties, weddings or • May 15 — Air Force Appreciation Day. Peterson and the Air Force Academy). receptions, unit parties or picnics, hot-tub • June 2 — Military Appreciation Day • Aug. 11 — Military Appreciation Day parties and the like. Give the Sky Sox a call (Vouchers available at Fort Carson, (Vouchers available at Fort Carson, Schriever, to make arrangements, 597-1449. Schriever and Peterson Air Force Bases Peterson and the Air Force Academy). Sky Sox stadium is at 4385 Tutt Blvd.; go and the Air Force Academy). Special parties and events can be online to http://www.skysox.com.

Photo by Nel Lampe Photo by Walt Johnson Sky Sox workers prepare the field last week, in anticipation of the home A batter gets a hit off a Sky Sox pitcher during a home game last season at Security Service Field. opener April 16. April 9, 2010 — MOUNTAINEER 29 Pvt. Hazard by James Boroch

Photo courtesy U.S. Figure Skating Museum Synchronized skating Synchronized skating competition are in the World Arena Friday and Saturday. Call 576-2626 for ticket information. 30 MOUNTAINEER — April 9, 2010

Pikes Peak Center a living history site, is next to the entrance to Special exhibits have a special fee. Denver “Nate the Great,” an Imagination Garden of the Gods, off North 30th Street. Museum of Nature and Science is in Celebration production, is in the Pikes Peak Denver’s City Park, near the corner of North Center Monday at 7 p.m. The doors open at World Arena events Colorado Boulevard and Montview Street. 6 p.m. for family activities and the performance Willie Nelson and Family present a concert by Over the Moon Family Theater is followed at 7 p.m. April 19. Call TicketsWest for ticket Synchronized skating by milk and cookies. Call 520-SHOW for information, 576-6646. Synchronized skating is a team sport with tickets, which start at $8. Country duo Sugarland will make a stop at 16 skaters performing together in competitions The Colorado Springs Philharmonic Colorado Springs World Arena during its “The at the World Arena Friday-Saturday. There are performs “Chopin in Love” in the Pikes Incredible Machine” tour May 8. Tickets are several events. Call TicketsWest, 576-2626, Peak Center Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday on sale at TicketsWest outlets, including the for information. at 2:30 p.m. World Arena box office, King Soopers or The Colorado Springs Chorale presents online at http://www.worldarena.com. Denver event “Choral Gold II” April 17 at 8 p.m. in the The World Famous Lipizzaner Stallions per- Gabriel Iglesias is in the Buell Theater Pikes Peak Center. Call 520-SHOW for form in the World Arena May 16 at 2 and 6 p.m. April 16 at 8 and 10:30 p.m. The theater is at ticket information. Carrie Underwood will be in the World Arena 13th and Curtis streets; call 800-745-3000. The Glenn Miller Orchestra performs June 4 at 7:30 p.m. Inquire about tickets at 520- April 18 at 4 p.m. at the Pikes Peak Center. SHOW or online at http://www.ticketswest.com. Armed Forces Day concert “The Wizard of Oz” is at the Pikes More information is at http://www.worldarena.com. The Air Force Academy concert band Peak Center at 7:30 p.m. May 19-20. Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey will be performs pops and patriotic music at the Pikes Call 520-SHOW for information or visit in the World Arena June 10-13. Tickets are not Peak Center May 11 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets to the http://www.pikespeakcenter.com for information. yet on sale. concert are required but are free. The tickets will be available at the Pikes Peak Center box Earth Day Denver museum office at a future date to be announced. The Garden of the Gods Visitor and The Denver Museum of Nature and Nature Center celebrates Earth Day April Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd., has “Body Sky Sox to honor Fort Carson 17, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free activities include arts Worlds and the Story of the Heart” in the The Sky Sox triple-A baseball team honors and crafts, Mr. Science Chemical Magic museum through July 18. Dr. Gunter von Fort Carson with an appreciation day May 14. Show, birds of prey, llamas, falcons and Hagens’ exhibit allows people to learn about There will also be military appreciation days wolves. Call 219-0108 for information. The the heart by viewing preserved human bodies. June 2, July 21 and Aug. 11. Vouchers for free center is at 1805 30th St. Admission to the exhibit is $25.50 for adults, tickets will be available several days before Rock Ledge Ranch also marks Earth Day $16 for ages 13-18, with a reserved time. each game. Watch for information about when April 17, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. All homes and Tickets include general museum admission; vouchers will be available. The Sky Sox team living history areas of the ranch will be open call 303-370-6000. April 18 is a free day for plays in Security Service Field at 4385 Tutt with free admission. Rock Ledge Ranch, Colorado residents to visit the museum. Blvd., east of Powers Boulevard. 36 MOUNTAINEER — April 9, 2010

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