Governor Visits Carson Troops

Vol. 63, No. 14 Published in the interest of the 7th Infantry Division and Fort Carson community April 8, 2005 Visitisit thethe FortFort CarsonCarson WWeb site at www.carson.army.mil Governor visits Carson troops

by Sgt. Jon Wiley Mountaineer staff Members of the Colorado Army National Guard had the opportunity to spend some time with their commander-in-chief at Fort Carson Saturday. Gov. Bill Owens visited the Mountain Post to watch the troops train. “I’m really proud of what these men and women do” Owens said. “I’m down here today to meet some of them and thank them for their service to our state and our country.” As the Colorado Guard’s commander-in-chief, Owens can call any of its 7,000 members at any time. This places a responsibility on him to ensure they are ready to go, he said. Air Force Maj. Gen. Mason Whitney, adjutant general of Colorado, said Owens makes it a point to be famil- iar with the Guard’s mission capabilities. “It’s important for him to know what we have to add to our national defense,” Whitney said. Since the onset of the Global War on Terror, Colorado National Guard Soldiers have deployed to Afghanistan, Iraq, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba and various locations in the continental United States. Some were activated to conduct force protection missions at Fort Photo by Sgt. Jon Wiley Carson. Guard Soldiers did much of their training for Gov. Bill Owens, middle, and Air Force Maj. Gen. Mason Whitney, adjutant general of these missions at the Mountain Post. Colorado, promote Pvt. Ryan Norfolk, Colorado Army National Guard, to private first “Today, it’s a total force. It’s not just the regular Army class Saturday. Owens and Whitney promoted several Soldiers during their visit to Fort and the National Guard. It’s one Army,” Owens said. Carson to observe Guard training. Father, son reunite in Kuwaiti desert

by Sgt. 1st Class Donald Sparks Kelton left for Fort Knox, Ky., to become his middle son, Stanley Jr., also a service- he’d give his son during their reunion. 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment PAO an armored crewmember. member while in Kuwait. He talked to “I just want to make sure he remem- For many parents, after saying The elder Gillens, assigned to the both sons after finding out he was deploy- bers all the things and values he was goodbye to their children departing for 412th Replacement Company, deployed ing and discussed the possibility of all taught growing up,” Gillens said. “As military service, the chance to see them to Kuwait December, four months prior to three meeting each other in Kuwait. long as he does that, he’ll be fine.” in uniform usually takes place at basic his son’s arrival in March with the 3rd “It would have been a nice family Upon entering his tent and noticing training graduation or when they come Armored Cavalry Regiment. reunion, but it didn’t happen,” his father standing at his bunk, the home on leave. “Before he left I told him that not Gillens said. younger Gillens revealed a huge smile However, Sgt. 1st Class Stanley long after completing his training, he’d Despite not being able to see one son, that only a child can give a parent. Gillens had to travel across the globe probably be going to Iraq,” Gillens said. the opportunity to see Kelton as a Soldier “I couldn’t even talk, I was very from Eutawville, S.C., to Camp Buehring “He said he understood that, but it’s meant a great deal for him. The day prior excited,” Gillens said. “I can’t even think located in Udairi, Kuwait, to see his son, something he wanted to do.” to seeing his “baby boy,” Gillens reflected straight right now.” Pfc. Kelton Gillens. The reunion took The elder Gillens, a veteran of Desert on Easter Sundays past with his family in place March 28, seven months after Shield/Storm, hoped he would also see South Carolina and pondered what advice Reunite, Page 9

INSIDE THE Feature Happenings MOUNTAINEER Training holiday Opinion/Editorial As April 15 is a training Living wills. Page 2 holiday, next week’s Military Mountaineer will be Medal of Honor. Page 5 published Thursday, which is Community also the deadline for items Youth sponsorship. Page 11 for the April 22 issue.

Sports Soldiers from 3rd Brigade Pueblo aircraft museum has Wrestling. Page 31 Combat Team train to survive. Army, Air Force aircraft and See Pages 20 and 21. Pueblo Army Air Base history. Post Weather hotline: See Pages 27 and 28. 526-0096 MOUNTAINEER 2 April 8, 2005 Opinion/Editorial Life or death ... Living wills make decisions easier

Commentary by Sgt. Jon Wiley Drafting a living will is a little more compli- every passing year, the chances of recovering from Mountaineer staff cated than just scrawling notes on notebook a coma may be much higher a decade from now, If you’re like most people, you have a list of paper and stuffing it in an envelope with the which could affect your advanced medical direc- things you know you should do, and you plan on instructions: open in case of grave illness or tives. No problem — don’t let that stop you from doing them one of these days, but you just haven’t injury. Living wills are legal documents, so you making up your mind today. Just keep your living gotten around to doing them quite yet. will probably need the help of an attorney to will current with advancing medical trends. At the top of some people’s list is eating better draft one that stands up to scrutiny should that Another important document you may want to and starting an exercise program. At the top of become necessary. draft regarding future medical care is a Durable others is starting a savings account and putting Laws governing the formation and authoriza- Healthcare Power of Attorney. This document away money for a down payment on a house or a tion of living wills vary from state to state. In enables you to appoint an agent who can make child’s college tuition. Topping the list of still oth- Colorado, the statute that governs them is the health care decisions for you should you become ers (mostly diehard procrastinators like me) is fil- Medical Treatment Decision Act. incapacitated or otherwise unable to communicate ing a 2004 federal income tax return and paying Even though some consider it controversial your wishes regarding medical care. the bills that were due on the first. for a doctor not to do everything within his or With a Durable Healthcare Power of Attorney Regardless of the other items you have on your her power to keep a patient alive, the MTDA in place, the question of who has the ultimate list, you should consider adding another one (if allows a person to state that they choose to forgo say-so about enforcing your medical wishes in you haven’t already) — drafting a living will. life-sustaining procedures in certain or all cir- your absence becomes moot. Some may want Due to the Terri Schiavo case, which has dom- cumstances. The rationale for this law is based on their spouse to make medical decisions for them, inated the national news for the past few weeks, the state’s recognition of the basic legal right and others may want a parent, sibling or even many of you have probably already thought about each person has to decide what may be done to close friend to do so. Don’t leave this matter this, but it’s important that you do more than just his or her body. This includes the right to refuse unresolved for your loved ones. think about it. medical care or treatment, even when it is neces- If the Terri Schaivo case has taught us any- After all, if your doctors and loved ones could sary to sustain life. thing, it is the importance of clarity when it comes read your mind, there would be no need to leave a Under the MTDA, a living will is only valid to who has the right to make the final decision record of what kind of medical treatment you after two physicians certify that a patient has a about medical care. Make a decision about this, would want to receive should you become incapac- terminal condition and has been unconscious, and then make that decision known. Draft a itated. You should actually take the plunge and put comatose or otherwise unable to make or com- Durable Healthcare Power of Attorney. your wishes into writing. municate decisions regarding care for a period of As has often been quipped, death is a lot like seven days. taxes. It’s one of life’s few certainties. Unlike Fort Carson Legal Assistance If these conditions are met, and you have taxes, however, it’s easy to think that its deadline drafted a living will, doctors will refer to it and is far, far into the future. That may be, and may we Hours: Mondays through provide medical care accordingly. all live to the ripe old age of 100, but then again, An important thing to remember is that you we may not. For the sake of certainity, it’s best to Thursdays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. can revoke a living will at any time. If you decide quit procastinating and draft a living will. you don’t want to receive artificial nourishment Fort Carson’s Legal Assistance can help you Appointments: By phone through a feeding tube now, but later decide you draft a living will and or a medical power of attor- Thursdays, 526-5761. do, you can change your will. ney. The number is 526-5761. Appointments can In an age when medical care gets better with be made by phone on Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

If you were permanently “I already have a “I told my wife “I would want to be “Pull the plug! Why incapacitated, what kind living will to not be there’s no sense in taken off life support have my family go sustained by artificial keeping me alive if after a year because through all that pain of medical care would means. I don’t want they have to keep it costs too much if they can’t bring to live if I’m in a me on life support.” money to stay alive.” me back.” you want to receive? vegetative state.” Chief Warrant Officer Karen Hamren, Staff Sgt. Bob Bond, Michael Ivory, military spouse Jose Rodriguez, retired servicemember 1st Aviation Bn., 4th ID HHC, USAG

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by Spc. Stephen Kretsinger In a statement read by his attorney, Frank with the incident, Chief Warrant Officer Jefferson Mountaineer staff Spinner, Welshofer said, “I am not a murderer, and I L. Williams, 66th MI Co., 3rd Sqdn., 3rd ACR; Sgt. Chief Warrant Officer Lewis E. Welshofer Jr., did not torture anyone. If you ask anyone who 1st Class William J. Sommer, 66th MI Co., 3rd 66th Military Intelligence Company, 3rd Squadron, knows me, they will tell you I’m actually a pretty Sqdn., 3rd ACR; and Spc. Jerry L. Loper, Aviation 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, waived his right to nice guy. I am a U.S. Soldier, a warrior and patriot Maintenance Troop, Support Sqdn., 3rd ACR; had an Article 32 hearing March 31 in connection with who takes his job pretty seriously. For almost 19 an Article 32 hearing which ended March 31. charges stemming from a November 2003 incident. years, I have considered the military as part of my An Article 32 hearing is a preliminary hear- Welshofer is one of four Soldiers charged with family. I have loyally executed numerous missions ing to see if there is enough evidence to take a murder and dereliction of duty in connection with to protect my family and this nation from a variety case to trial. an incident that occurred at or near Al Qaim, Iraq, of threats. My duty in Iraq is just the latest episode, Col. H.R. McMaster, regimental commander, on or about Nov. 26, 2003, involving the death of but by far the most difficult. An unlawful enemy 3rd ACR, appointed Capt. Robert Ayers to be the Iraqi Maj. Gen. Abid Mowhosh. was killing American Soldiers and butchering civil- investigating officer. It is the task of the investigat- ians. In the forward combat area, I used what I ing officer to consider all evidence presented by the believed to be approved techniques. I provided crit- government attorneys and the attorneys of the “The goal of saving lives should ical information which aided offensive combat oper- accused during the hearing. ations. These operations prevented further insurgent Since Welshofer’s Article 32 hearing was always be the first priority ... attacks, thereby saving American Soldiers’ lives. waived, Ayers will present all evidence from the ear- Because of my efforts, more The goal of saving lives should always be the first lier Article 32 hearing and his recommendations to priority. It was my most important mission. Because the commander without an Article 32 report for Soldiers were able to return of my efforts, more Soldiers were able to return Welshofer. McMaster will then present his recom- home alive and in one piece ... home alive and in one piece. I owed my family and mendations to Maj. Gen. Robert Mixon Jr., com- I did my job.” this nation my best effort. I did my job.” manding general, 7th Infantry Division and Fort Spinner said that if he believed an Article 32 Carson, who makes the final decision as to whether hearing would prevent his client from facing a court the case will proceed to court martial. Chief Warrant Officer Lewis E. Welshofer Jr. martial, they would not have waived it. Preliminary The Soldiers face possible charges of life in 66th Military Intelligence Company, hearings are commonly waived before civilian and prison without possibility of parole, and forfei- 3rd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment military trials, Spinner added. ture of all pay and allowances if found guilty in a The other three Soldiers charged in connection court martial. MOUNTAINEER 4 April 8, 2005 News Vets favored for government jobs by Donna Miles centers to explain veterans’ preference and outline the ans, including employment opportunities. American Forces Press Service procedures for applying for federal jobs. “We must ensure those who are eligible for veter- The U.S. Office of Personnel Management is OPM Acting Director Dan G. Blair, who ans’ preference receive the benefits to which they are working to make veterans’ preference for federal jobs announced the initiatives earlier this week, said they entitled,” he said. available to more veterans, including a new revised reflect OPM’s “strong emphasis on the rights of veter- Veterans of the armed forces have received some application that allows federal agencies to accept degree of hiring preference for federal jobs since veterans’ disability letters. the Civil War. Today’s law, reflected in Veterans’ The revised Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference Code of 1944, as amended, and in Title Preference, Standard Form 15, is being posted 5 of the U.S. Code, ensures that veterans who are directly on OPM’s Web site so agencies immediate- disabled or served on active duty in the military ly can accept Veterans Affairs Department letters of during certain specified time frames or campaigns disability, officials said. Agencies, OPM examining receive preference in hiring from competitive lists offices and agency appointing officials use the of eligible applicants. It also gives these veterans online application to evaluate claims for veterans’ preference in keeping their jobs during reductions preference on applications for government jobs. in force. The purpose of veterans’ preference, The new revisions to the veterans’ preference officials explained, is to recognize the economic form bring it in line with VA policy, which gener- loss suffered during military service, restore vet- ally considers disability letters issued since 1991 as erans to a favorable competitive position for gov- proof of a permanent disability. To further encour- ernment jobs and acknowledge the debt owed to age veterans entering into the federal system, disabled veterans. OPM also is continuing its Veterans’ Invitational More details about veterans’ preference are Program, visiting military installations and medical posted on the OPM Web site. MOUNTAINEER April 8, 2005 5 Military Medal of Honor ... Iraqi Freedom Soldier recognized Compiled by Sgt. Shauna McRoberts Americans, every bit as selfless and dedicated to lib- Moutaineer editor erty as any that has gone on before — a dedication President George W. Bush presented the Medal of exemplified by the sacrifice and valor of Sergeant Honor to David Smith, the 11-year-old son of Sgt. 1st First Class Paul Ray Smith.” Class Paul Ray Smith, during a ceremony in Smith, a native of Tampa, Fla., enlisted in the Washington, D.C., Monday Army in October 1989 and completed basic combat “Today, we bestow upon sergeant Smith the first and advanced individual training at Fort Leonard Medal of Honor in the War on Terror. He’s also the Wood, Mo. Before his assignment with 3rd ID, he first to be awarded this new Medal of Honor flag, served in engineer battalions in Bamberg, Germany; authorized by the United States Congress. We count Fort Riley, Kan.; and Schweinfurt, Germany, and was ourselves blessed to have Soldiers like sergeant deployed to Bosnia-Herzegovina and Kuwait during Smith, who put their lives on the line to advance the the Persian Gulf War. cause of freedom and protect the American people,” “His friends and family will tell you that he the president said. joined the Army in 1989, after finishing high Smith, a combat engineer with Company B, 11th school. When he joined the Army, he was a typi- Engineer Battalion, 3rd Infantry Division, was killed cal young American. He liked sports, he liked April 4, 2003, outside Baghdad Airport. fast cars and he liked to stay out late with his “From a completely exposed position, he killed friends — pursuits that occasionally earned him as many as 50 enemy soldiers as he protected his what the Army calls ‘extra duty’ — scrubbing Courtesy photo men,” Bush said, describing the action that day. “We floors,” Bush said. Sgt. 1st Class Paul Ray Smith is the first ser- recall with appreciation the fellow Soldiers whose In 1999, Smith joined the 11th Eng. Bn. and vicemember to receive the Medal of Honor in lives he saved, and the many more he inspired. And Operation Iraqi Freedom. we express our gratitude for a new generation of Medal of Honor, Page 8

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operation: sonal items like battle dress uniforms, tion to be requested, saving time and Regular business hours boots, tent pegs, canteens, entrenching resources. ACAP briefings are held on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and tools or wet-weather gear. Material TA-50 Mondays through Thursdays from 7:30 Thursdays from 7:30 a.m. to noon and items that can be washed include: sleep- to 10 a.m. Everyone must report to 12:30 to 3 p.m. and Fridays from 7:30 ing bag assembly, chemical suits, Gortex, ACAP by 7:15 a.m. in building 1118, a.m. to noon. ruck sacks, coveralls, CVC jackets and room 133, across from the Welcome most web equipment. Initial issues Center. Call 526-1002 or 526-0640 to Mondays through Fridays from 7:30 Hours of operation are 7:30 a.m. to schedule a briefing. Misc. to 10:10 a.m. noon and 12:30 to 3:45 p.m., Mondays Officer Candidate School Board Partial issues through Fridays, except holidays. For eArmyU — eArmyU program brief- — The next Officer Candidate School Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and information, call 526-8806 or 526-8804. ings are conducted at the Mountain Post Board will be July 11 at Headquarters, Thursdays from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Briefings Training and Education Center, building Department of the Army. Those interest- Cash Sales Recruiting briefing — A recruiting 1117, Tuesdays at 9 and 11:30 a.m. and ed should pick up application forms Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and briefing will be held Thursday for the Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. from the 502nd Personnel Services Thursdays from 12:30 to 3 p.m. 160th Special Operations Aviation Are you at end of time in service? Battalion in building 1118, room 208 as Direct exchange Regiment (Airborne). The 160th is the If you’re within 120 days of end of time soon as possible. The original applica- Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and nation’s only special operations aviation tion packet plus two copies must be in service, you must immediately call Thursdays from 12:30 to 3 p.m. unit. The unit provides rotary wing sup- turned to the same location by May 10. 526-2607 or 526-2599 to make your Report of survey port to multi-service special operations The local board will be at the Elkhorn appointment for your mandatory Reserve Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and units to include Rangers, Special Forces, Conference Center May 23 and 24 from Component Briefing. Thursdays from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. and as well as naval, air and Marine forces. 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, The Commanding General’s 12:30 to 3 p.m. Briefings will be held at 10 a.m. and 2 contact Staff Sgt. Rollins or Spc. Partial turn-ins p.m. at 4th Squadron, 3rd ACR Hangar, Newcomers’ Brief is every Wednesday, Palamountain at 526-6481/2295. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and building 9633, room 210. For more 4:30 to 5 p.m. at McMahon Theater. Warfare group — The Asymmetric Thursdays from 12:30 to 3 p.m. information or to request an application Hours of operation Warfare Group is seeking senior noncom- Full turn-ins for the unit, call (270) 798-9819, DSN Education center hours of opera- missioned officers (sergeant first class to Appointments are scheduled 635-9819, or e-mail sergeant major) and officers (major to tion — The Mountain Post Training and Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and [email protected]. lieutenant colonel) with combat arms Education Center’s hours for certain pro- Thursdays, call 526-3321. Special Forces briefings — Special experience. grams and services are as follows: Effective immediately: Replacement Forces briefings will be conducted week- The AWG, located at Fort Meade, Counselor Support Center — will be scheduled Monday, Thursday and ly in building 7450, room 100 at the 10th Md., is the U.S. Army’s new unit orga- Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. Friday mornings. Demobilized units ten- Special Forces Group compound. The nized to conduct operations in support tatively have Tuesdays and Wednesdays to to 4:30 p.m. and Friday, 11 a.m. to of joint and Army force commanders briefing times are Wednesdays at 10 a.m. schedule out processing. Mobilization and noon. 4:30 p.m. to mitigate and defeat specified asym- units will schedule unit direct exchange Army Learning Center and Basic metric threats. Because of this, AWG The Army’s Special Forces is a strate- by appointment. Unit supply sergeants Skill Classes — Monday through Soldiers are carefully selected and spe- gic, multi-purpose force capable of rapid will collect Soldiers’ DX items and cially trained. response to various contingencies around Thursday, 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. schedule CIF appointments. A CIF The next AWG assessment and selec- the world. Called “Green Berets,” these Defense Activity for Non-Traditional employee will work one-on-one with a tion course will be held in April. Available highly-skilled Soldiers are trained in Education Support and Advanced supply sergeant. combat support positions, prerequisites unconventional warfare, foreign internal Personnel Testing — Monday through Active-duty units — Permanent and mission statement can be viewed on defense, direct action, special reconnais- Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Change of Station/End of Time in the AKO Web page. To request an AWG sance, combating terrorism, information Service/chapters/retirees will make an ini- eArmyU Testing — Monday through application or more information, contact operations and counter proliferation. tial out processing appointment Mondays, Special Forces candidates must be Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday, the AWG Recruiting team at 8 a.m. through 4:30 p.m. [email protected]. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays for mature and self-motivated; open and Military Occupational Specialty U.S. Army seeking warrant officer turn-in. All follow-on appointments (14 humble; and better conditioned physically candidates — The U.S. Army is looking OCIE items or less) will be scheduled and emotionally than the average Soldier. Library — Monday through Friday, 7:30 for highly motivated Soldiers, Marines, if needed. All interested male Soldiers, privates first to 11:45 a.m. and 12:45 to 4:30 p.m. sailors and airmen to fill its warrant offi- Bulk issue and turn-ins — by class to staff sergeants, and second and Claims Division hours — The cer ranks. Positions are open in all 41 appointment only. Appointments can be first lieutenants are encouraged to attend. Claims Division office hours are made with Kristine Harald at 526-3321. active duty warrant officer specialties, For more information, contact Sgt. 1st Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. POC for this information is Frank Class Bill Roepe at 524-1461. and the following are experiencing critical to 5 p.m, closed Fridays federal and shortages: military intelligence, special Howard, CIF supervisor at 526-6477. The Army Career and Alumni Center briefing — The Army Career training holidays. forces, food service, criminal investiga- Laundry Service To make a personnel claim, one must tion and airdrop systems technicians. and Alumni Program preseparation brief- Post Laundry Service — The post attend a mandatory briefing which is Applicants with less than 12 years active ing is required for all departing service- laundry service provides free laundry members. The current ACAP policy is given Mondays and Wednesdays at 10 federal service are encouraged to apply. service to Soldiers for government- For more information or to get all the to register personnel ETSing one year a.m. and 2 p.m. At the briefing, one must owned property only. Items issued by the out and retirees two years out. All users submit a DD 1840/1840R. Submit com- forms and documents required, visit Central Issue Facility should be cleaned www.usarec.army.mil/warrant. Those of ACAP must know their AKO user pleted claims Tuesdays and Thursdays. at the post laundry prior to turn in. name and password. If you do not know interested can also call DSN 536- Allow extra time for items to return from The Claims Division Office is locat- 0328/0466/0271/1860/0458/0484. your AKO user name or password, call the cleaners. It is not recommended to ed on the first floor of the Office of the The toll free number is (800) 223-3735, (877) 256-8737. The Army Portal, Army pick up your equipment on the same day Staff Judge Advocate, building 6285, ext. 6 and the last four digits of the Knowledge Online, is the way that the as the scheduled CIF appointment. Turn 7086 Albanese Loop. For more informa- phone number. Army does business and it can automati- around for service is 72 hours. No cally send military servicemember spe- tion during office hours, call 526-1355 CIF Hours appointment is necessary. cific communications based on the or for emergency claims questions, call Central Issue Facility hours of The post laundry will not clean per- actions rather than waiting for informa- 526-1352. 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Having served with Smith for five In January 2003, Smith began to pre- months, he expressed his admiration. pare his men for rapid deployment to “In my opinion, he was the type of Kuwait as part of 3rd ID’s buildup for the leader that every new Soldier should try first rotation of OIF. Smith took a strict to become,” Seaman said. He was fair approach to training his men, ensuring yet tough, if you didn’t know something that his platoon was proficient in handling he would help you find the answer. He weapons and prepared for urban combat. always knew what he was talking about. Courtesy photo “Paul earned his sergeant’s stripes From left, Sgt. Matthew Keller, Pvt. Michael Seaman and Sgt. 1st Class He was hard in training so we would be and became known as a stickler for Paul Smith work together in the days leading up to the action that led hard in battle.” detail,” said Bush. “sergeant Smith’s seri- to Smith's death. The three Soldiers fought with the Company B, 11th Smith is survived by his wife Birgit ousness wasn’t always appreciated by the Engineer Battalion in action with the 3rd Infantry Division. and his children David and Jessica. greener troops under his direction. Those His awards include the Medal of greener troops oftentimes found them- Passing through Iraq’s Karbala Gap, rocket launchers at the enemy before Honor, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, selves having to do tasks over and over Smith and his men pushed through the assuming the track commander’s posi- Army Commendation Medal, Army again, until they got it right.” night of April 3, 2003, toward Baghdad tion on the APC, knowing the APC’s Achievement Medal, National Defense According to Smith’s younger sister International Airport. .50-caliber machine gun was the largest Service Medal, Armed Forces Lisa, Smith “was proud of the ‘privilege On April 4, 2003, Smith’s company weapon between the enemy and the Expeditionary Medal, South West Asia to be given 25 of the finest Americans we was tasked to build a compound to friendly position. Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, call Soldiers to lead into war,’ and he rec- hold enemy prisoners, when his small Smith told a Soldier who accompa- Overseas Service Ribbon, NATO ognized their fears and his responsibilities force came under attack by more than nied him to “feed me ammunition when- Medal, Kuwait Liberation Medal, for their welfare.” 100 enemies. ever you hear the gun get quiet.” Valorous Unit Award, Army Superior Smith’s company crossed the border Smith immediately organized a Smith fired on the advancing enemy Unit Award, German Marksmanship into Iraq March 19, 2003, and traveled defense involving Bradley Fighting from the unprotected position atop the Badge and French Armed Forces nearly 200 miles in the first 48 hours of Vehicles, AT-4 weapons and M-113A3 APC and expended at least three boxes of Commando Badge. the war as part of the lead company in Armored Personnel Carriers. ammunition before being mortally Editor’s note: Information used in support of 3rd ID’s Task Force 2nd Smith then began to lead by exam- wounded by enemy fire. The enemy this article was obtained at Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment. ple. He threw two grenades and fired attack was defeated. Smith’s actions saved www.army.mil. MOUNTAINEER Military April 8, 2005 9 Reunite “I have a son in the Navy, so I Gillens said he was extremely From Page 1 can understand what it would be glad his chain of command like to have your father in the same arranged the meeting between Gillens, assigned to E Troop, theater, something tangible where him and his father. 2nd Squadron, 3rd ACR, mentioned you can reach out and touch him, “This means a lot to me and it his father advised him to be a per- that’s awesome,” Pena said. “It’s a lets me know my leadership really fect Soldier, do what he’s told to do, great morale booster for the cares about the Soldiers in my be safe and look out for his battle Soldier. ‘My dad gets to see literal- unit,” Gillens said. “It makes being buddies. “I’m doing all those ly that I’m OK. They’re taking care over here easier to deal with now things,” he said. of me up here.’ ” that I’ve seen my father.” While embracing his son, Pena added the elder Gillens The effect of Gillens’ father Gillens reminded him to stay can relate back to his wife and also impacted the young Soldier’s focused and, “to remember first and family members back home “little fellow troopers. Members of his foremost we’re still at war.” man is doing fine. platoon shook hands and exchanged The reunion was made possible “And that’s one less thing at pleasantries and kudos about through the efforts of Capt. Stanley home for his family to worry Gillens to his father. Robinson, 377th Theater Support about,” Pena said. “When you see “I saw the smile on his face Command, who served with the 3rd those combinations like that, it’s when he saw his dad, and I think ACR during Desert Shield/Storm, awesome. That’s special. Without a it’s a good morale boost not only and 1st Sgt. Hernando Pena, E question the chain of command here for him, but for all of us,” said Pvt. Troop, 2nd Sqdn., 3rd ACR. As a would make that happen. Jose Guerrero, E Troop, 2nd Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Donald Sparks lieutenant Robinson served in the “It gives that Soldier a sense Sqdn., 3rd ACR. “In our platoon, Pfc. Kelton Gillens, left, and his father same unit as Pena. that my troop is looking out for me. if one Soldier is feeling down, then Sgt. 1st Class Stanley Gillens, reunited Pena made it a priority to God forbid something happens. I everyone is down. If one is happy, while both are deployed in support of ensure the reunion would take place would hate to say that I never got to then all are happy. We’re all happy Operation Iraqi Freedom. after talking to Robinson. see the opportunity to see my dad.” right now.”

Last hooah ... March’s Army retirees and their loved ones stand for the singing of the “Army Song” at the monthly retirement ceremony March 30 at the Special Events Center. Retiring from the Army at the Mountain Post in March were Chief Warrant Officer Andres V. Gutierrez, Sgt. 1st Class John W. Stewart, Sgt. 1st Class Sandra K. Kirkpatrick, Sgt. 1st Class Anthony J. Isabel, Sgt. 1st Class David A. Hobbs, Sgt. 1st Class Samuel D. Scott, Sgt. 1st Class Michael A. Price, Staff Sgt. Andrew E. LaFollette and Staff Sgt. Shirley L. Morris. Photo by Spc. Stephen Kretsinger

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Center and School things that are important to them need “Occupational Therapy, Skills for the Such efforts have resulted in better out- Each year, thousands of Soldiers occupational therapy. Occupational Job of Living.” In recognition of occu- comes for both Soldiers and their units, suffer illnesses or injuries that hinder therapy is a health profession focused pational therapy’s contribution to peo- through better work efficiency, decreased their occupational performance. Some on enabling people to engage in the ple’s well-being, April is designated as injuries and lost work time and enhanced Soldiers are unable to do everyday everyday activities that afford partici- National Occupational Therapy Month. quality of life in the workplace. things others take for granted, like pation in a meaningful life. Army occupational therapists and being productive at work, socializing, The profession focuses on develop- occupational therapy assistants play a Hands-on hand therapy participating in meaningful activities ing skills needed to function effectively vital role in helping Soldiers achieve Because work usually involves the effective occupational performance. use of one’s hands, Army occupational Army occupational therapists work in a therapists are also experts in the evalu- broad range of settings from combat ation and treatment of conditions that stress control detachments and combat affect the hands and arms. support hospitals to Army medical cen- Unlike their civilian counterparts, ters. Army occupational therapists help Army occupational therapists are cre- clients develop “skills for the job of liv- dentialed to diagnose and treat hand ing” in four main practice areas: and arm conditions that can be man- ergonomics, hand therapy, physical aged without surgery. This ability rehabilitation and mental health. makes them an invaluable asset when deployed in a combat theater by freeing Fitting the job orthopedic surgeons from the need to to the worker manage routine non-surgical cases and Ergonomics is the science of match- thereby enabling them to devote their ing the job task to the worker. Army limited time to performing surgery. occupational therapists utilize ergonom- Unfortunately, many deployed ic principles to protect Soldiers’ health Soldiers do sustain injuries to their hands and enhance productivity. As experts in that require both surgery and occupa- analyzing activity and adapting environ- tional therapy to rehabilitate them. ments for more effective performance, By deploying to combat theaters, Army occupational therapists are instru- Army occupational therapists are able to mental in identifying workplace hazards treat Soldiers with hand conditions with- and implementing interventions to in the theater and avoid the need for decrease work-related injuries. evacuation. For example, for the Soldier For example, the therapist might with a repaired severed tendon in his improve the occupational performance of thumb, the occupational therapist can Photo courtesy of Kelly Schaefer, Brook Army Medical Center parachute riggers by adding manual mate- A Soldier learns how to tie his boots with his new prosthetic arm. rial handling equipment and anti-fatigue See OT, Page 19

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by Sgt. Chris Smith Mountaineer staff Those in the military must endure changes in scenery when they make a permanent change of assignment. They have to learn how to adjust — so must their children. In an effort to help make a smoother transition, the Fort Carson Family Connection runs a youth sponsorship program. The program links incoming adolescents with fellow youth who will assist the incoming youths with adjusting to life in a new area. “It’s really hard on anybody to (change duty stations). Children (have it) especially hard, because they’re leaving their friends, their comfort zone and it’s so nice to have somebody to welcome them in,” said Denise Chappell, manager, Family Connection. “Any Soldier knows that when they go and they have a sponsor how easy that makes the transition.” The sponsors assist the newcomers in adjusting to the post with the location of schools, things to do and just general life in the area. This way, the new- comer has a friend or at least an acquaintance when they arrive at the new post. “It will help (newcomers) adjust because the (sponsor) can tell them about the schools and they can tell them about the nice places to go,” said Chappell. The sponsors and incoming youths are matched on an age basis because their activities would be similar, said Chappell. Also, having a friend in a Photo illustration by Jeanne Mazerall new place helps ease the change due to the PCS When Soldiers change duty stations, their children must also undergo the change of location with the youth having left old friends behind. and life. To assist with the change of scenery, Family Connection offers youth sponsors. However, the success of this process is youth participation. The program is completely reliant on making new friends and falling behind in course youth volunteers. Prospective volunteer sponsors are work, according to ArmyMWR.com. The problems encouraged to contact Chappell at 526-1070. also prove to be of no difference to children of Sponsorship training is held every third Saturday of Soldiers depending on rank, race, gender or loca- the month from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Family tion. The assistance of a sponsor will help to ease Connection Center, building 1354. these dilemmas. “It feels good to give back (through volunteer- Dependents younger than high school age ing). It’s rewarding,” said Chappell. reported social issues the same as high school stu- Among the problems most frequently experi- dents as being the only major issue for the chil- enced by high school aged children are difficulty in dren to cope with. The primary number of dilemmas with these children lay with the parents and not the youth. “It’s hard for anybody to leave their comfort zone,” said Chappell. “They need a sense of Youth Sponsor belonging.” Youths preparing to PCS need to seek out sponsorship on their own if it is a service they desire. To Training do so, they can contact Child and Youth Services, or Family Connection Army Community Services. An information packet about the new installation they are going to will be building 1354 provided by ACS. The packet will include information about schools, things to bring, a road atlas, 1st Saturday every month maps, activities and information geared toward teenagers, said Chappell. 2 to 4 p.m. Being involved in the program helps both the sponsor and user of its services. The program has

For more information, call shown benefits for both parties. Photo illustration by Sgt. Chris Smith “It feels good for the kids, and it makes our Fort When children change duty stations with 526-1070. Carson kids feel important,” said Chappell. “And their parents, they must leave behind not only it’s a wonderful way for them to make new friends.” their house, but their friends as well. MOUNTAINEER 12 April 8, 2005 Community

a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Baby Shower 2005 — Evans Army Community Hospital will be hosting Baby Shower 2005 April 29 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Special Events Center for pregnant families. The event will provide information about prenatal care, baby products and infant safety. Miscellaneous For more information, call 526-8192. Yard sale —The annual Fort Carson Mayors yard Kit Carson Activity Center — Fort Carson sales are scheduled to begin Saturday. Yard sales are Family Housing’s Kit Carson Activity Center is avail- held twice a month from April through December, on able for use by Fort Carson residents. The center can the first and third Saturday of the month, 8 a.m. to 3 be used for birthday parties, Bible studies and other p.m. Single Soldiers and military families (active or events free of charge. The center has a maximum retired) who reside off post also have the opportunity capacity of 60 people and includes a great hall, which to participate. On-post residents can set up in front of can be divided into two rooms, and a catering kitchen their homes, while single Soldiers and off-post resi- that has a sink, refrigerator, two microwaves and sev- dents can set up in the Beacon School parking lot. eral countertops. To reserve the center, call Christie The Army Community Service Mayoral Program Fultz at 579-1042. Coordinator and the Housing Liaison office organize For other information about Fort Carson Family and coordinate the yard sale with the help of military Housing, call 226-2268. police to reinforce the guidelines for the yard sale. Energy assistance — The Home Front Cares and All residents and sellers must comply with all Energy Outreach Colorado are sponsoring a new ener- guidelines. gy assistance grant available to all military personnel Schedule for yards sales is as follows: April 16; (active duty, reservists and National Guard) who are May 7 and 21; June 4 and 18; July 2 and 16; Aug. 6 assigned and live within the Pikes Peak region and and 20; Sep. 3 and 17; Oct. 1 and 15; Nov. 5 and 19; who need financial assistance. and Dec. 3 and 17. Assistance is available to all military personnel For additional information, please contact your and family members in all ranks residing off-post or village mayor/deputy mayor or the mayoral program off-base in the Pikes Peak region. Assistance consists coordinator at 526-1082 or 526-1049. of a one-time payment of an energy bill such as gas, Special education — The public is invited to electricity, oil, coal, propane, (or firewood or pellets if attend the general and committee meetings of only source of heat.) Fountain-Fort Carson school district’s special educa- Need for assistance for payment must first be tion advisory council Wednesday, 9 to 11 a.m. at the identified and verified by the Army Community school district’s staff development room in the Service or Air Force Family Support Centers. Lorraine Education and Community Center, 301 E. Tax center — The Fort Carson Tax Center is open Iowa Ave., Fountain. The group looks for ways to to assist customers in preparing 2004 taxes. improve the district’s special education program. For The 2005 Fort Carson Tax Center provides free more information, call Peter Babeu at 382-1596. federal and state tax preparation and electronic filing Fort Carson Thrift Shop —The Fort Carson services to active duty military and their family mem- Thrift Shop will have a sale April 20 from 10 a.m. to bers, mobilized reservists and retirees. In addition to 1 p.m. All “TSP” Clothing will be only 10 cents per providing these services on a walk-in basis, a limited item. Come out and find some treasures. Any ques- appointment schedule will be offered. tions, call 526-5966. The tax center is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Parent involvement conference — Fountain-Fort Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Carson School district and other area school districts Fridays. The tax center will also be open the following ment. The traveling one-day tournament plus “Tip Off are co-sponsoring the 27th Annual Pikes Peak Title 1 April 2. The tax center will be closed on federal and Party” will visit Fort Carson May 7. The tournament is Parent Involvement Conference April 25, 8 a.m. to training holidays. The tax center is in building 6284, open to all active duty, retired military, reservist, 2:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church 7086 Albanese Loop, located off Woodfill Road, National Guard, Department of Defense civilians and Educational Building, 219 E. Bijou Street, Colorado across from the Colorado Inn. other Department of Defense ID cardholders and their Springs. Topics will include math, writing, reading Bring all necessary tax records and documents (e.g. spouses and family members who are 17 years of age strategies, parenting skills, bullying prevention and W-2 forms, non-military spouses’ and children’s Social or older at time of the tournament. homework. Registration forms are available at local Security cards, Forms 1099, Individual Retirement schools. Parents with children attending Account disbursements or contributions, rental proper- Claims against the estate Mountainside, Abrams and Aragon elementary ty records, etc.) when you come for assistance. W-2s With the deepest regrets to the family of Pfc. schools may register and attend for free. Cost for par- will be available through myPay at any time. Samuel Sungjune Lee, deceased. Anyone having ents with children from other schools is $35 for regis- Incomplete records will create additional time claims against or indebtedness to his estate should tration and $20 for each child needing care. For more and effort in preparing returns as well as delay receipt contact 2nd Lt. Jonathan Martin, 526-2373. information, call Peter Babeu at 382-1569. of refunds. With the deepest regrets to the family of Spc. A.A. meeting — There is an Alcoholics Also, if you will be filing a tax return for a Francisco Martinez, deceased. Anyone having claims Anonymous meeting every Wednesday at Soldiers’ deployed spouse, you must have a copy of the special against or indebtedness to his estate should contact Memorial Chapel from 7 to 8 p.m. Anyone can attend power-of-attorney form for filing taxes. These are 2nd Lt. Antonio Hardy, 526-0713. the meeting. For more information, call Frank A. at available at the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate, With the deepest regrets to the family of Staff Sgt. 332-9766. Legal Assistance Division, located in building 6285, Alexander B. Crackel, deceased. Anyone having Job Fair — Fort Carson’s Medical Department next to the tax center, Monday through Thursday from claims against or indebtedness to his estate should Activity will be hosting a job fair recruiting medical 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, contact the tax contact 1st Lt. Jose Perez, 526-1577. positions at Pikes Peak Workforce Center Wednesday center at 524-1012 or 524-1013. With deepest regrets to the family of Pfc. Chassan from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 4 Education hours changed — The following ser- Henry, deceased. Anyone having claims against or p.m. The center is located at 2306 E. Pikes Peak Ave. vices have been changed from their regular operating indebtedness to his estate should contact 1st Lt. Jeff (between Union Boulevard and Circle Drive). Job hours (7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday). The Hopper, 524-4917. seekers are invited to bring their resumes and current remainder of the education center will be open for ser- With deepest regrets to the family of Staff Sgt. certifications/licenses. There will be on-site inter- vices as always. Andrew Bossert, deceased. Anyone having claims views and tentative jobs offers. The Military Occupational Specialty Library will against or indebtedness to his estate should call 2nd Lt. Third Cavalry Museum — The Third Cavalry be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday to Friday Thomas Freedman at 526-1581. Museum will begin summer operating hours this except all holidays. With deepest regrets to the family of Cpl. Stephen week. Beginning Saturday and continuing through Veterinary Treatment Facility — Fort Carson’s M. McGowan, deceased. Anyone having claims Sept. 3, the museum will be open on Saturdays and Veterinary Treatment Facility has added an additional against or indebtedness to his estate should call Chief will be closed to the public on Mondays. phone line. The clinic can be reached for appointments Warrant Officer Robert Cummings at 526-1323. The museum staff will be on duty on Mondays by calling 526-3803 or 526-4520. With deepest regrets to the family of Pfc. Wade M. throughout the summer. Scion Slam — Military personnel and their fami- Twyman, deceased. Anyone having claims against or For additional information or to schedule group lies will have the opportunity to compete in the Scion indebtedness to his estate should call Chief Warrant tours, please call 526-1368 Monday to Friday 7:30 Slam 3-on-3 military installation basketball tourna- Officer Robert Cummings at 526-1323. MOUNTAINEER Community April 8, 2005 13 Home buying: knowing the facts first

by Pfc. Clint Stein said this is something that some owners) don’t comply with the HOA, Mountaineer staff Soldiers have a hard time figuring out they could be fined.” Times have never been better for a for themselves. “Unfortunately, After discussing a Soldier to buy a house with interest Soldiers look at their BAH and find a budget and being educat- rates at all-time lows — below 6 percent mortgage based on that.” ed on all the expenses — an increase in basic allowance for Although the BAH may cover the that come with buying housing Armywide and the stabilization cost of the mortgage payment, there are a house, the counselor plan allowing Soldiers to stay in the other expenses that come with buying a will inquire about the same unit for up to six years. new home that some Soldiers may Soldier’s credit. If the But even with these positive incen- underestimate when figuring out a bud- Soldier has poor credit, tives, how do Soldiers know if they’re get. When living on post, the BAH counselors may give ready to become a home owner? Soldiers receive not only covers the rent, advice on how to Financial counselors at the Army but it covers the energy and water bills repair or build better credit. Community Service can help Soldiers as well. This may be something some The ACS has credit decide whether buying a home is the Soldiers don’t budget enough for when building workshops that right thing for them and can also assist buying a home. When buying a new will help teach people how those who are already actively searching house, it’s usually bigger then what the to improve and understand for a home. Soldier was living in on post said credit reports. If the Soldier Buying a home is a major purchase Venema. “With a bigger house there is would rather meet with a counselor one- a guaranteed federal home loan for that could be a long and stressful going to be a bigger energy bill and on-one about credit issues, he may do so military veterans. process for a Soldier and his family if Soldiers need to consider that.” by making an appointment. According to the VA loans Web he’s not properly informed and educated Another element that comes with Aside from discussing credit site, on Dec. 10, 2004, the Veterans on the process. buying a new home could be the respon- issues, the counselor will also assist Benefit Act of 2004 was signed by the “I encourage everyone to come and sibility of maintaining it to certain stan- the Soldier in other financial deci- president increasing the guarantee see a financial counselor when deciding dards. Venema said, if a Soldier has a sions such as fixed or adjustable amount from $60,000 to $89,912. to buy a home,” said Desaree Venema, home built or is buying in a fairly new interest rates and the difference in This is for 25 percent of the Federal financial counselor at ACS. “You look subdivision; he will most likely have to financial institutions. “We’ll explain Home Loan Mortgage Corporation at buying a home like any major pur- belong to a home owners association. the different advantages and disadvan- (Freddie Mac) conforming loan limit chase. You research and get all the Things such as landscaping and fencing tages of fixed versus adjustable,” said for a single family residence of information you can first.” are things that may be required by the Venema. “There are so many different $359,650 and the maximum loan When meeting with a financial HOA, but is not included in the price of financial options,” added Venema. amount with no down payment. counselor, she will first help the the house. It will be up to the home One option that is appealing to Although the VA loan is for mili- Soldier in determining whether buying owner to provide them. “These things most Soldiers is the Veterans a home is within his budget. Venema can be expensive, but if they (home Administration loan, she said. This is See Home buying, Page 24 MOUNTAINEER 14 April 8, 2005 Community A rising star ... Local artist performs at Fort Carson

by Pfc. Clint Stein Colorado, but this was the first Mountaineer Staff time he has performed at the People visiting the post exchange Mountain Post. Saturday got a special musical treat His father, Eric Rodwell, is a as a local rising star performed at the retired first sergeant of the 43rd food court. Area Support Group and one of Justin Rodwell, a 20-year-old Rodwell’s influences. Eric said Justin hip-hop and contemporary Christian has always wanted to sing and has singer, entertained a crowd during encouraged him to do so ever since lunch with songs from his debut he was little. album, “Unfinished Portrait.” “He and his sister both started Rodwell has performed at Air singing and performing ever since Force Academy basketball games, they were knee high.” Independent Records in Denver and The performance Justin and his other military installations in sister, Tiffany Renee, put on for the PX crowd Saturday was evident they have been performing together Title: “Unfinished for a long time. Renee was a Portrait” backup singer for Justin at the live PX show and is on his new compact Who: Justin Rodwell disc. Justin’s niece, Marsha Photo by Pfc. Clint Stein Singer and song writer, Justin Rodwell, center, sings “Gotcha Scared” Williams, was also a backup singer Style: from his debut album “Unfinished Portrait,” along with his niece, for the day as well. Hip-hop/Soul/dance with Marsha Williams, left, and his sister, Tiffany Renee, right, Saturday. “I’m living out my dream,” Justin a little Christian rock. said, as he introduced himself in they would break in to a choreo- style. And yet some of his songs Where: Post Exchange front of the PX crowd. graphed dance routine during the have a soul influence to them. How much: $15.99 He sang several songs from his choruses of the songs. Justin’s new CD was released new CD. Some of them he sang solo Justin’s songs have a lot of posi- Dec. 18, and is now available for and some with his sister. At times tive messages as well as a hip-hop purchase in the PX.

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Chapel Chapel Schedule ROMAN CATHOLIC Day Time Service Chapel Location Contact Person Faith for life 2005 — A new Mon., Wed., Fri. noon Mass Healer Evans Army Hospital Fr. Gagliardo/526-7412 Tues., Thurs. noon Mass Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Chap. Amano/526-5769 family experience, Sundays until May Saturday 5 p.m. Mass Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Chap. Amano/526-5769 22, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Soldiers’ Sunday 9:15 a.m. Mass Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Chap. Amano/526-5769 Sunday 10:30 a.m. CRE Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Pat Treacy/524-2458 Memorial Chapel. Sunday 11 a.m. Mass Healer Evans Army Hospital Fr. Gagliardo/576-7412 For parents, there will be classes Sunday 12:15 p.m. Mass Provider Barkeley & Ellis Chap. Amano/526-5769 Tuesday 7 p.m. RCIA Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Pat Treacy/524-2458 on raising children of faith, based on Saturday 4 p.m. Reconciliation Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Chap. Amano/526-5769 the book, “Raising Children of Faith,” PROTESTANT Sunday 9 a.m. Protestant Healer Evans Army Hospital Chap. Kincaid/526-7387 by Dennis and Barbara Rainey. Sunday 9 a.m. Protestant Provider Barkeley & Ellis Chap. Borden/526-3711 Parents and couples hoping to be Sunday 11 a.m. Protestant Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Chap. Deppmeir/526-8011 Sunday 11 a.m. Prot./Gospel Prussman Barkeley & Prussman Chap. Bowman/526-5513 parents, this is for you. Singles are Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sun. School Prussman Barkeley & Prussman Chap. Bowman526-5513 Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sun. School Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Dr. Scheck/526-5626 also welcome. Group led by Chap. Tuesday 9 a.m. PWOC Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Chap. Deppmeir/526-8011 (Capt.) Bruce Sidebotham. Child-care Sunday 11 a.m. Contemporary Veterans’ Magrath & Titus Chap. Martinez/526-8890 is provided. Tuesday 7 p.m. PYOC Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Ms. Scheck/231-9511 For children: “Kid’s Rock” LITURGICAL Sunday 10:45 a.m. Lutheran/Anglican Provider Barkeley & Ellis Chap. Mitchel/526-3888 Jumpin’ music and visits by Chadder JEWISH Chipmunk. There is no cost for either For information and a schedule of Jewish Sabbath services, call the U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet Chapel at 333-2636. WICCA program. Register by calling Dennis Monday 6:30 p.m. Family University Building 1161 Melissa Dalugdug/330-7873 Scheck at 526-5626. NATIVE AMERICAN SWEATLODGE Native American Sweatlodge ceremonies (He Ska Akicita Inipi) are offered to military dependents and Department of Defense personnel for traditional prayer and purification. Protestant Women of the Chapel Fasting before the ceremony is recommended and refreshments are offered following the ceremony. Please call the following for information and directions: Michael Dunning 382- — PWOC meets every Tuesday at 5331 or 330-9537, or Zoe Goodblanket 442-0929. Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Any questions, please call Barbara McConnaughhay at 310- The Army Cycle of Prayer — Each State: For all Soldiers and their 7693. Daily Bible readings: In order to assist in regular week the Office of the Army Chief of families from the state of Kentucky. Catholic Family Religious Chaplains will highlight Army units, the Pray also for Gov. Ernie Fletcher, the scripture reading, the following scriptures are recom- Army at large, the nation and religious state legislators and municipal officials Education — Registration is current- mended. These scriptures are part of the common daily organizations to focus prayer. You are of the “Bluegrass State.” ly under way for all Catholic Family lectionary which is designed to present the entire Bible invited to join with the Chaplain commu- Nation: For the thousands of nity and pray for these individuals and employees of the Department of Justice, Religious Education programs. over a three-year cycle. organizations. who daily uphold the laws that ensure Please complete the registration forms Friday - Psalms 119:9-16 & 1 Cor. 7-9 Please pray this week for the fol- our citizen's safety and our country's at Soldiers Memorial Chapel during Saturday - Psalms 119:17-24 & 1 Cor. 10-11 lowing: order. Sunday - Psalms 119:25-32 & 1 Cor. 12-14 Unit: For the Soldiers, families and Religious: For the Christian cele- duty hours and on Sunday morning. leaders of the 101st Airborne Division bration of Easter, and for the billions of Monday - Psalms 119:33-40 & 1 Cor. 15-16 Space is limited, register today. 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Establishment permits watering restrictions because of lower-than-normal Water waste is prohibited, including the pooling or may be obtained from DPW, building 305, room water level conditions in the region. flowing of water, failure to repair leaking irrigation sys- 125, 526-1695. Fort Carson residents and staff have helped the tems or applying water intended for landscapes to Alternate Water Management Plans may be installation conserve a significant amount of water streets, sidewalks, driveways, patios or decks. approved for commercial areas, if proposed water compared to pre-drought years. In fiscal 2004, Fort Washing of vehicles, trailers, boats and equipment reduction measures, or recently implemented water Carson consumed 623,117,000 gallons of water as on Fort Carson is allowed on any weekend day at any conservation measures, achieve at least the same compared to fiscal 2000 when 1,114,439,000 gallons of time with a hose or with a bucket. Hoses must be level of demand reduction as the applicable water water were used, approximately a 44 percent reduction. equipped with a positive shutoff nozzle. restrictions. The Alternate Water Management Plans Watering schedule under Stage II, Level B restric- Hose washing of sidewalks, walkways, patios, dri- may also be approved in commercial areas that have tions: Odd-numbered residential addresses can water veways, windows, buildings and parking areas is pro- a critical need, such as heavily used athletic field or Tuesdays and Saturdays. Even-numbered residential hibited, except to eliminate conditions that pose a threat playing fields. The Alternate Water Management addresses can water Wednesdays and Sundays. All to public health or safety. Plans can be obtained from DPW, building 305, commercial addresses can water Mondays and Fridays. Off post, there are no restrictions on filling or using room 125, 526-1695. Nonpotable watering: Up to five times per week pools, spas, hot tubs and children’s pools in Stage II. Xeriscaping — landscaping that is very thrifty with per zone or area. Because of the threat of West Nile Virus from water — is strongly encouraged in residential land- Watering restrictions: watering is only allowed mosquitoes, containers with water should be moni- scapes, including the use of decorative rock or brick, between midnight and 9 a.m. or between 6 p.m. and tored carefully for mosquito larvae. Pools, spas and wood chips and drought tolerant plants suitable for midnight on a customer’s designated watering day. hot tubs that are covered to protect from mosquitoes, Colorado. Residents do not need an establishment per- Residents can water for a maximum of three hours per do not need to be emptied. Items, such as children’s mit to install Xeriscapes. Xeriscapes plants (excluding pools or any container with standing water, should be turf areas) may be watered any time with a hand-held Tips for saving water: emptied every four-to-seven days to control mosquito hose equipped with a positive shutoff nozzle, a water- breeding sites. ing can or drip irrigation system. Residents can use water emptied from contain- Indoor water saving tips: wash only full loads of • Wash only full loads of ers to water grass, trees and flowers to avoid wast- laundry or dishes, take short showers instead of tub laundry or dishes. ing the water. baths, turn off the water flow while hand washing, On post: Small, well maintained swimming pools soaping or shampooing, turn off water while shaving or • Take short showers instead of are allowed. Due to the small size of the yard and brushing teeth. tub baths. damage to grass, pools greater than 10 feet in diameter There are opportunities to tour a water saver home and 2 feet in depth are prohibited. Following the use of and learn about water saving opportunities at • Turn off the water flow while a pool, yards need to be restored to their original con- http://www.h2ouse.net/. hand washing, soaping or dition. Pools must be located in the backyards, and The Directorate of Environmental Compliance and must be emptied when not in supervision to prevent Management will update residents on water restriction shampooing. accidental drowning. changes through e-mail, the Fort Carson cable channel • Turn off water while shaving Questions regarding pool use or exceptions should and the Mountaineer, throughout the summer. be referred to the Housing Office. For water shortage updates and additional water or brushing teeth. Report water leaks or other system problems you conservation tips, people can log on to may observe in the housing areas by calling Fort http://www.csu.org/environment/conservation/water Carson Family Housing at 579-1605. Problems in non- _restrictions.

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by Staff. Sgt. Eric Brown 3rd Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs One thing is for certain, despite 21st Century technological advances in war- fighting equipment, to include weapons, support systems and especially vehicles TTrraaiinniinngg ttoo SSuurrvviivvee — they will break and require attention from someone other than the operator. This proves especially true in a dusty Special Troops Battalion Soldiers engage in field environment. During the 3rd Brigade Combat Team’s field training exercise at Camp Red Devil, commanders have a secret combat patrol live-fire exercises weapon to combat this threat: highly trained mechanics whose valuable skills Story and photos by Staff Sgt. Eric Brown safe until engagement, being aware of what direction the rifle’s muzzle is point- help keep this brigade rolling. 3rd Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs ed and safe speed limits for the drivers. The Soldiers of the Maintenance Soldiers assigned to the 3rd Brigade Combat Team’s 3rd Special Troops These safety boundaries are in place to reduce possible injuries and to ensure Platoon, Headquarters and Head- Battalion spent three days at Range 127 training on how to react to enemy every Soldier who fired knew exactly what was going to happen, Farrell said. quarters Company, 3rd Special Troops contact while in and from the back of vehicles during the brigade’s 10-day However, if anything was to happen, medics were on the ground to Battalion, have one of the most impor- field training exercise, which kicked off March 28. respond as needed. tant, but least glamorous jobs in the Teaching Soldiers to correctly react to improvised explosive devices was a “If someone is hurt or if an IED hits, I will respond to the scene, find out brigade. It’s hard, greasy and demand- key element of the exercise. what’s wrong and call for (medical evacuation), if necessary,” said Pvt. Amber ing, however, if they fail at their mis- The training the Soldiers received encompassed many of the problems they Laver, a combat medic from Fort Wayne, Ind., assigned to the STB. sion, the brigade fails at its. may eventually face while on patrol in Iraq, according to 2nd Lt. David Laver explained that it was important to practice her role as a medic for any According to Warrant Officer Cuthbertson, assistant supply officer for the STB and the range’s officer in charge. operation that may be on the horizon. Maxine Barela, maintenance technician “This training teaches them how to react to IEDs, hostile fire, mechanical “I have to make sure that other Soldiers are covering me while I’m treating a for the 3rd STB, her dedicated and enthu- problems while on the patrol and how to treat casualties while under fire,” patient, calling-in for a medevac and loading the patients into my vehicle,” said siastic Soldiers will not let that happen. said Cuthbertson. “They all go through one time with blank rounds, as a dry Laver. “Obviously in this training, you’re not going to have the fear as you would in “The Soldiers of this platoon are run. Then they then have a hot run through two ‘hostile cities’ with targets, a real situation, but the more you practice, the better you get.” motivated and never complain … shooting live rounds. Soldiers welcomed the training because they know the 3rd BCT is slated for Spc. Jennifer Casto, Company B, 3rd Special Troops Battalion, gives they’re truly dedicated. If they have the “The goal is to get Soldiers on patrol and see what it’s like to engage hostile deployment in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom sometime later this year. a hand signal to other Soldiers directing them to remount their vehi- tools to do the job, they get it done cles after taking defensive positions during the battalion’s combat Sgt. John Budicky, shop fore- targets,” he added. “The Soldiers have a sense of urgency to this training,” said Command Sgt. quickly,” said Barela. man with Headquarters and Soldiers participating were assigned to the brigade’s Headquarters and Maj. Gerald Kinloch, 3rd STB command sergeant major. “The convoy patrol live- patrol live-fire exercise at range 127. Soldiers of the battalion trained Barela is the technician who man- for three days on reacting to hostile fire and improvised explosive Headquarters Company, 3rd Headquarters Troop and STB’s Headquarters and Headquarters Company, fire prepares our Soldiers for combat. These tasks are the ones we must master.” ages all maintenance efforts for the Special Troops Battalion, Companies A and B. Kinloch said that preparation and a positive attitude is absolutely the key to devices while mounted, response to mechanical problems and treat- entire company to include assets from ing casualties under hostile fire during the brigade’s 10-day field attaches a large tank part to the Before any of the Soldiers embarked through the lanes, Maj. Michael Soldiers’ success in this training and on future battlefields. a deactivated company. crane of his recovery vehicle. Farrell, the STB’s training officer, gave a comprehensive safety briefing. “It’s all about attitude,” said Kinloch. “You can get through any field train- training exercise, which began March 28. “We are responsible for approximately Farrell touched on everything from keeping their weapon’s safety switch on ing exercise and deployment with a good attitude.” 80 vehicles total, which is the highest number in the battalion,” said Barela. The newest asset that helps the platoon’s Soldiers accomplish their mission more efficiently is a palletized, fully mobile and self-contained maintenance shop known as the Forward Repair System. This compact brown box has everything needed to sustain maintenance operations in a forward environment and is mounted on a palletized loading system’s skid, which may be dropped off at any location needed by maintenance to fix a disabled vehicle. “It’s really nice … I like it. The FRS benefits us as a whole platoon,” said Staff Sgt. Raymond Wagner, HHC’s motor sergeant from Kenosha, Wis. “It has an air compressor, generator and a fully equipped tool shop. If we have to move it, we can set it down and be ready to go in an hour,” said Wagner. Fixing the Army’s heaviest vehicles is not for the faint of heart, nor is it a job that is held by many females, but as Sgt. Candice Caudill, a heavy-wheeled mechanic from Greenbush, Wis., explained, she certainly had to prove her skills and aspiration early on. “My first squad leader was former Special Forces and he wasn’t quite used to working with females, so I had to prove myself to him as a private,” said Caudill, who spent her first tour in Germany as a wrecker operator and now has nearly four years under her belt. “The first week I was there they put me on the wrecker and he really didn’t want me there. We were deployed together and I tried as hard as I could and I finally proved to him that I was equal,” she said. Love for the job and hard work fuel the Soldiers of the Maintenance Platoon day after day and those characteris- tics help keep the battalion rolling. “I love my job and it’s hard sometimes, but I didn’t join the Army because I thought it was easy,” said Caudill.

A Soldier takes aim during the live-fire exercise. Soldiers kept a positive attitude throughout the training because they know how important it is, said A 3rd Brigade Command Sgt. Maj. Gerald Kinloch, STB command sergeant major. Combat Team Soldier tries to break bolts Soldiers with Company B, 3rd STB, fire at a mock hostile village from the back of a Light-Medium Tactical Vehicle. loose from a track wheel. MOUNTAINEER 22 April 8, 2005 Community 35th anniversary of Earth Day

by Susan C. Galentine cites that Americans produced more This year is the 35th anniversary 1 to 8) with the theme of “Earth Day Directorate of Environmental than 229 million tons of trash in 2001. of Earth Day and Fort Carson has sev- — Every Day,” an essay contest Compliance and Management This equates to each person producing eral events planned for local schools. (Grades 3 to 8) with the theme of Twenty million people came out roughly 4.4 pounds of waste per per- The following school activities “How I plan to celebrate Earth Day across the United States April 22, son, per day and is an increase from have been scheduled for April 20 to 21 every day,” volunteer readers will visit 1970, in a show of unity about their 2.7 pounds of waste generated per per- since Fort Carson schools will be several schools April 19-20, to read and concern for the environment. son, per day in 1960. closed on Earth Day, April 22: a recy- discuss the environmentally-themed It was the first Earth Day, and it The ability to dispose of waste is cled grocery bag drawing book by Dr. Seuss, “The Lorax.” marked the beginning of an era of a growing concern and as land contest (Grades The conclusion of the Earth Day increased environmental awareness resources grow scarcer, so 2005 celebrations will be Earth Day and prompted crucial environmental does the ability to dispose information fairs set up at several legislation, such as the Clean Air Act of trash. schools April 20. (1970), Clean Water Act (1972) and Earth Day today is The school fairs will cover the fol- other laws to protect human health and just as relevant as it lowing topics: leave no trace, outdoor the environment. was in 1970 as a survival, conserving and recycling, Although impressive environmen- means to spur encountering wildlife, the value of tal progress has been made since action through trees and tree planting and experienc- Wisconsin Sen. Gaylord Nelson education. ing cultural resources. founded Earth Day, much still needs Fort Carson The following are several govern- to be done. has been working ment Web sites available to aid parents More human energy and work is with installation and teachers in educating children required to ensure a sustainable future schools to teach about the environment and Earth Day: for the next generations inheriting children the value http://www.earthday.gov/, today’s actions and inactions when it of caring for the http://www.epa.gov/kids/ and comes to natural resources. They will environment http://aec.army.mil/usaec/publicaf- face the same challenges that are here through Earth Day fairs/earthday04.html. now, including such issues as land use; activities since To volunteer, especially in the area water quality and conservation; energy 1988. The goal of reading “The Lorax” to students, or conservation and air quality. was and is to for more information about Earth Day As just one example of the need instill stu- events, call the Earth Day coordinator for ongoing action, the U.S. dents with a value at 524-4925 or e-mail janine.hege- Environmental Protection Agency for natural resources. [email protected].

Bosnia trip From Page 1 MOUNTAINEER Community April 8, 2005 23 Week honors crime victims’ rights by Spc. Stephen Kretsinger and recognizing victims’ rights week at Mountaineer staff the Citadel Mall. El Paso County Commissioner Jim Another NCVRW event will be at the Bensberg and Colorado Springs Mayor First United Methodist Church, 420 N. Lionel Rivera read a proclamation offi- Nevada Avenue Thursday where there cially declaring Sunday to April 16 will be a performance by national enter- National Crime Victims’ Rights Week in tainer Ben Atherton-Zeman titled a ceremony at the Pioneer’s Museum “Voices of Men.” It is a one-man multi- Gazebo Tuesday. media play that deals with issues such as “(NCVRW) is a time for the nation to sexual assault, date rape, dating violence focus on crime victims and their rights,” and domestic violence. The play uses said Christa Thompson, victim/witness humor, celebrity male voice impressions liaison, Staff Judge Advocate Office. and video clips to bring these topics to “We’ve been recognizing National Crime light in a way that is meant to promote Victims’ Rights Week for 20 years.” learning and understanding. The play The NCVRW observance is a com- will last approximately one hour. The memoration designed to increase public event is free, with seating on a first awareness and knowledge among crime come, first served basis. Refreshments victims and survivors about the wide will be served beginning at 4:30 p.m. range of rights and services available to Seating will be from 5 to 5:25 p.m. people who have been victimized by These activities were planned by a crime. The theme for this year’s obser- committee of representatives from vance is “Justice Isn’t Served Until local victim-serving agencies includ- Crime Victims Are.” ing El Paso County Sheriff’s Office, One event scheduled for NCVRW is Colorado Springs Police Department, “Shopping for Victim Awareness” the District Attorney’s Office, Fort Wednesday from noon to 5 p.m. at Carson, Children’s Advocacy Center, Citadel Mall. Over a dozen victim-serv- Asian Pacific Development Center ing agencies in El Paso County will staff and T.E.S.S.A. tables in the mall to give information The week’s activities are being funded Photo illustration by Sgt. Jon Wiley and promotional items to shoppers. Fort National Crime Victims’ Rights Week is Sunday through April 16 Carson will join local law enforcement and has the purpose of trying to increase public awareness and agencies in honoring victims of crime See Victims Page 24 knowledge among people who been victimized by crime.

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Home buying option. Financial institutions want to there are several tips financial coun- counseling and home buying seminars.” From Page 13 see the last two years of employment selors at ACS can give them. With all There will be a home buying semi- and if Soldiers wait until they’re dis- the disadvantages Soldiers could have nar May 6 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the tary veterans, Soldiers can still use the charged, there’s a break in their against them when buying a home, Family Connection, building 1354, VA while serving active duty. In fact, employment history and that counts being uninformed is not one Venema 6070 Barkley Ave. For more informa- Venema said it’s usually best to use against them, she said. wants to see. tion on the home buying seminar or to the VA loan before getting discharged If Soldiers know they want to even- “Without a doubt Soldiers should make an appointment with a financial from service and is typically the best tually buy a home and know where, come see us and take advantage of the counselor, call 526-4590.

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Story and photos See WW II or by Nel Lampe Mountaineer staff later military musem aircraft at the in APueblo Pueblo Weisbrod pays tribute to the B-24 aircraft — an aircraft with a Aircraft Museum tie to the area. Pueblo aviators trained in B-24s January 1942, and Peterson Army Air ute to American military airmanship. over southern Colorado skies during Base construction started in May 1942. In time the collection grew to about World War II at Pueblo Army Air Base, Another installation, later named after two dozen aircraft, displayed near the east of Pueblo. The Army base con- the 2nd Air Force Commander Gen. airport terminal. struction started in late March of 1942, Uzal G. Ent, was built on Boulder In 1986 another aircraft museum and training was under way 91 days Street in Colorado Springs and still came into being. It had its start when later, although floors of some buildings another facility was near La Junta. the Pueblo Historical Aircraft Society were still littered by scraps of con- Pueblo Army Air Base trained created a display about the B-24 aircraft struction materials. crews in B-24s, B-17s, and near the and its military history for a 50th Lights had not yet been installed end of the war, B-29s. The most anniversary celebration of the aircraft’s along the runways when training start- famous crew member who trained at first flight. The celebration was in Fort ed. As a temporary measure, flare the base was movie star Clark Gable, Worth, Texas. pots, holding a quart of kerosene, who trained in a B-24. The B-24 was used in all combat the- were set along the runways. The After the war ended, many World aters during the World War II. Its long pots were lit by hand at dusk each day War II bases’ missions quickly came range permitted long, over the water mis- for the few weeks before electric to an end. sions, such as the oil field raids at oil lights were installed. The Pueblo base closed in 1946 refineries at Ploesti, Romania. The Pueblo base was one of several and many buildings were sold and The B-24 displays made by the his- established in southern Colorado after removed. The base became Pueblo torical society were well received, and the attack at Pearl Harbor Dec. 7, 1941. Memorial Airport. the society decided to use the display to Construction at Camp Carson started in A collection of historic aircraft was start a museum. The International B-24 started at the airport Memorial Museum was dedicated in in 1972 by Fred A. July 1989, occupying a small building Weisbrod, then on the airport grounds. Pueblo’s city manag- There is no B-24 at the Inter- er. The first aircraft national B-24 Memorial Museum. acquired was a Although 19,000 of the aircraft were Douglas A-26 air- manufactured during World War II, craft, soon followed only one B-24 aircraft is still flying by the Lockheed F- and it is worth millions of dollars. The B-24 Memorial Museum and the nearby hangar are 80 Shooting Star. In the meantime, the museum has located on Pueblo Memorial Airport, where Pueblo The collection built an impressive collection of B-24 Army Air Base was built in 1942. was started as a trib- photographs, units, technical data, flight-log books, memorabilia, assorted parts and models. The museum also displays historic information about Pueblo Army Air Base. There’s a model of the World War II base and pictures of people involved in its history and training, such as Gable. Not only is the museum a reminder of military history in Pueblo, but of the hundreds of air crews who trained at the base and a tribute to the B-24 aircraft itself. There’s a wealth of history about flying units which had B-24s assigned, flight uniforms, unit patches and the like. A museum exhibit contains artifacts, pictures, letters, articles and books about the low-level Ploesti raid Aug. 1, 1943, which may have been a turning point for the allies during World War II. The 506th Bomb Squadron, Places to see in the Pikes Peak area. LEFT: A World War II exhibit contains items from Japan and Germany. RIGHT: Uniforms and artifacts from Germany are displayed. See Aircraft museum, Page 28 April 8, 2005 MOUNTAINEER 28 April 8, 2005

Start the visit at the B-24 Aircraft museum museum building; pay admission From Page 27 and ask for a guided tour. Visitors formed at Pueblo Army Air Base, participated can self-guide their tour, but in the raid. The mission started with 179 B- guides makes the museum more 24s. The planes came in at treetop level, 100 interesting — especially if chil- miles deep into enemy territory, to bomb the dren are in the group. It’s worth oil refineries in Romania, the source of fuel waiting a few minutes until a used by the Nazi forces. guide is available. The historic society raised enough money a The B-24 building also has few years ago to build a new, large hangar next a small gift shop which has mil- to the original museum building. Several of the itary related items for sale, such Weisbrod aircraft were moved inside the hangar; as books, videos, caps, model other exhibits were expanded. airplanes, key chains, pins and Now, the museum is formally known as the military patches. Pueblo Weisbrod Aircraft Museum. In addition to the museum The hangar contains a treasure trove of mem- and aircraft in the hangar, visi- orabilia, artifacts and collectibles for anyone tors can see the rest of the aircraft The B-29 aircraft is equipped with a Norden bombsight. with an interest in military or aviation history. in the Weisbrod collection on the grounds behind all displayed aircraft. Collections in the hangar include Army and the hangar. The B-24 Memorial Museum maintains a Air Force uniforms, from World War II through Aircraft displayed at the Pueblo museum registry of crew members who have served on current uniforms, for both men and women. include a Douglas-26 Invader, a Lockheed F-80 B-24 aircraft. Registration can be made at the Other displays include unit patches; aircraft nose Shooting Star, a Boeing B-29 Superfortress, a Web site, www.pwam.org. art; World War II aircraft radio and navigation Boeing B-47 Stratojet, a Chance Vought F-6 The museum hosts “open cockpit day” the last systems; and aircraft engines. Other displays are Crusader, a Convair HC-131A Samaritan, a Saturday of the month. April’s featured aircraft is about Pueblo citizens and their part in the war as Douglas C-47 Skytrain, a Douglas AS-4D-2 the F-6 Skyray, a Navy carrier fighter, which will well as displays about other countries involved in Skyhawk, a Fairchild C-119 Boxcar, A Gruman be open for visitors to climb in the cockpit. World War II, including flags, uniforms and F-11, a Lockheed T-33 T-Bird, a McDonnell F- There’s no charge other than museum admission. mementoes. A Tuskegee Airmen exhibit is also 101 Voodoo, a North American F-100D Super The museum is at the Pueblo Memorial Airport, displayed. The museum has a collection of origi- Saber, a North American T-28C Trojan and a about seven miles east of Pueblo. Take Interstate 25 nal World War II recruiting posters. Republic F-84 south, about 40 miles to Exit 100A, Highway 50 The Norden bombsight was an important Thunderjet. east for about seven miles. Take the exit for the air- breakthrough during World War II and there’s Navy and port. Drive onto airport grounds, heading toward a Norden exhibit in the hangar. Visitors can Marine aircraft the passenger terminal. The museum is on the left, see an actual Norden bombsight on a B-29 are also dis- at 31001 Magnuson Ave., adjacent to the fenced aircraft in the hangar. played as well compound which contains historic aircraft. There are also displays and memora- as some experi- Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday bilia from the Korean War, Vietnam and mental mass through Friday. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Desert Storm. transportation and Sundays, from 1 to 4 p.m. It is closed major vehicles. The holidays. Call (719) 948-9219 for information. museum is Admission is $6 for anyone older than 10. operated by vol- Active duty military members are admitted free unteers, who by showing a military identification. also perform There’s parking in front of the B-24 maintenance on Memorial Museum building.

ABOVE: Visitors look at displays in the aircraft museum hangar in Pueblo. LEFT: A display shows the way Soldiers in World War II lived: a cot and a foot locker.

ABOVE: A volunteer guide at the aircraft Just the Facts museum tells • Travel time about an hour visitors about • For ages all ages B-29 aircraft, • Type aircraft museum once used for • Fun factor !!!!! training at the (Out of 5 stars) Pueblo base. • Wallet damage $ $ = Less than $20 LEFT: Visitors $$ = $21 to $40 can try out the $$$ = $41 to $60 cockpit during $$$$ = $61 to $80 “Open Cockpit (Based on a family of four) Day” at the Pueblo museum. MOUNTAINEER Happenings April 8, 2005 29

cert at 8 p.m. park is open only for military. Buy tickets in Pueblo’s art center theater advance at the Information, Tickets and Registration office in the Outdoor Recreation The Sangre de Cristo theater at 210 N. Center on post and at Peterson Air Force Base Santa Fe in Pueblo hosts “The Passing Zone” Information, Tickets and Tours office for $18. 7:30 p.m. April 22; tickets are $20. The box All tickets purchased on military installations for Free Army Band Concert office phone is (719) 295-7222. this event include a meal at the park. Remember The 36th Army Band from Fort Huachuca, Pikes Peak Center to have $9 cash for the parking lot fee at Elitch’s. Ariz., and the 62nd Army Band from Fort Rob Becker’s “Defending the Caveman” is The park opens for the season April 23, when Bliss, Texas, present a concert at the McMahon today and Saturday at 8 p.m. regular admission is $37.99 for anyone taller Theater April 12 at 7 p.m. The event is free. “The Lion, The Witch and The than 48 inches high. Children’s tickets will be Academy theater Wardrobe,” an Imagination Celebration produc- $21.99. “The Passing Zone” is April 23 at 7:30 p.m. tion, is in the Pikes Peak Center Tuesday at 7 Earth Day in Arnold Hall Theater at the Academy. Call the p.m. Tickets are $10, call 520-SHOW. Help clean up Garden of the Gods Park box office at 333-4497. Theater guests should Clay Walker is in concert May 19 at 7 p.m.; April 16, from 9 to 11 a.m. There’ll be refresh- enter the Academy at the North Gate Exit. call 520-SHOW for tickets. ments and activities, including arts and crafts, World Arena venue Mary Chapin Carpenter with Mindy guided walks and dance demonstrations. Smith present a concert April 29 at 7:30 p.m. This year’s Professional Bull Riders U.S. Activities will also include Rock Ledge Ranch, “42nd Street” is May 8 and 9, at 7 p.m. Army Invitational is at the Colorado Springs near the park’s entrance. Call the box office at 520-SHOW for the World Arena April 15 to 17. Tickets are $25; Concerts Pikes Peak Center, 190 S. Cascade Ave. call 576-2626. Colorado Springs Philharmonic presents Parking is streetside or in a garage behind the Michael W. Smith is in the World Arena “Mozart and Friends Mini Festival II” at 8 p.m. center ($5 fee). April 19. Tickets are on sale, 576-2626. Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the First “Larry the Cable Guy” is appearing at the Rembrandt’s etchings United Methodist Church, 420 N. Nevada Ave. World Arena May 8; call 576-2626. The White Galleries of the Sango de Cristo Tickets are $20. Call 520-7469. The arena is at 3185 Venetucci Blvd., near Art Center at 210 N. Santa Fe in Pueblo has The next concert is April 30 at 8 p.m. and several collections of art displayed, including Tinseltown theater. Parking is $5 for each event. May 1 at 2:30 p.m. when the philharmonic pres- “Rembrandt: The Moreschim Collection” of ents works by Beethoven, Lalo and Smetana. Bull riders block party etchings through April 23. Admission is $4 for Tickets start at $12;. call 520-7469. A block party in downtown Colorado adults and $3 for children, and admits visitors to Springs, along Tejon Street, gives fans a chance Buell Children’s Museum as well. Musical to meet the professional bull riders in town for Military day at Elitches “Singin’ in the Rain,” opens April 29 in the Fine Arts Center Theater, 30 W. Dale St., Fridays the Professional Bull riders U.S. Army The annual “Joining Forces Event” at Six and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Invitational. The free block party starts at 7 p.m., Flags Elitch Gardens in Denver is April 16, through May 22. Call 634-5583 for tickets. Wednesday with a live country and western con- from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., when the amusement

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grams like Army Newswatch, the channel will feature other Army-related programs, including briefings and other military news. If you have comments on Channel Program Schedule for Fort Carson 10 programming or wish to coordinate cable Channel 10, today to April 14. a broadcast on Channel 10, please con- Army Newswatch: stories on: Up- tact Chief of Command Information at armoring in Iraq, Iraqi border patrol 526-1241 or via e-mail at posts and the Army ‘05 NASCAR sea- [email protected]. son. Airs at 7:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 7:30 Program times will be published in p.m. and 12:30 a.m. the Mountaineer provided coordination Air Force News and Navy/Marine is made one week prior to publication. Corps News are no longer available For additions to the Community

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www.usarec.army.mil/warrant ©2002. Paid for by the United States Army. All rights reserved. MOUNTAINEER April 8, 2005 31 Sports & Leisure Wrestling Army captures 5th interservice title by Walt Johnson edged out the Air Force by one point Mountaineer staff to claim the second place trophy and The Army wrestling team contin- brought what little drama there was to ued to dominate the interservice com- the event. petition March 31 and Friday as it On the opening day of the tourna- swept its fifth consecutive interservice ment, March 31, Army wrestlers won championship at the U.S. Olympic four gold medals and three silver Training Center in Colorado Springs. medals in Greco-Roman. Winning gold The Army wrestling team was in medals were: Neil Rodak (121 its usual dominant position at the meet, pounds), Glen Garrison (145.5 winning 40 of a possible 44 matches to pounds), Jess Hargrave (163 pounds) easily capture its fifth consecutive and Dremiel Byers (264.5 pounds). team title. Coming into the contest Winning silver medals were: Duane many expert observers favored the Martin (132 pounds), Keith Sieracki Army to win the title, so it was no sur- (185 pounds) and Albert Stankey prise they did. (211.5 pounds) Before the tournament, Shon Friday, the action shifted to free- Lewis, World Class Athlete Program style wrestling and the Army team was and all-Army coach, said he saw no really dominant as it took six gold reason the Army wrestlers could not medals and one silver medal in the win at least 12 of the 14 matches in the seven matches. tournament. That kind of talk sounded Winning gold medals were: Eric like “coach speak” at the time, but it Albarracin (121 pounds), Martin, became clear why Lewis was so Oscar Wood (145 pounds), James impressed with his team when the meet Henderson (163 pounds), Stankey and was finished. Byars. Winning a silver medal was Army won 40 of 44 matches dur- Lantz Schwabenbauer (185 pounds). ing the event to completely dominate Each of the gold medal winners the other branches of service. So will join the other gold winners from Photos by Walt Johnson dominant was the Army performance the Marines, Navy and Air Force (or Army’s Keith Sieracki, left, locks up with the Marine Corps Jacob that it became clear, after the first silver medal winners in the case Clark during action Thursday. day, the Army would win and the where a wrestler won gold in both tournament really came down to who freestyle and Greco-Roman) repre- would place second. senting the country at the Conseil In one of the closest contests in International du Sport Militaire games recent memory, the Marine Corps at Lithuania in August

Army’s Albert Sankey, right, pins Marine Corps wrestler Jefferson Army’s Dremiel “Bam-Bam, Boom” Byers, right, gets into a bear hug Brink to the mat during their match. with the Marines’ Dan Hicks. MOUNTAINEER 32 April 8, 2005 Sports & Leisure On the Bench Lady Mountaineers continuing to hold tryouts

by Walt Johnson Bill Reed, varsity sports director, at Mountaineer staff 524-1163 for more information. The Lady Mountaineers, the post The Sky Sox will celebrate Fort varsity women’s softball team will Carson Appreciation Day May 1. continue to hold open tryouts. This will be the 14th annual cele- The tryouts will be held from 5 to bration of the Mountain Post by the 7 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday Sky Sox and the first on a Sunday evenings until further notice on the afternoon in recent memory. More ball field directly behind Forrest information on the event will be in Fitness Center. future editions of the Mountaineer. The regular park and recreation The Sky Sox are once again cele- season will run from June 6 to Aug. 12. brating Military Mondays at Games will be played Wednesday Security Service Field this year. nights at Skyview Sports Complex in The Sky Sox have two military Colorado Springs. Monday events in April. The Sky Sox The team is open to all women will play the Tucson Diamondbacks, who are active duty, National Guard, the Arizona Diamondbacks top minor reserve, post Department of Defense league affiliate Monday night at 7 p.m. employees, spouses and family mem- The second contest will be played bers over 18 years of age are eligible April 25 when the Sky Sox will host to play. the Tacoma Rainiers, the Seattle The Fort Carson Aces, the men’s Mariners top affiliate. varsity softball team, are also holding Free group tickets for active duty, tryouts for this year’s team. retired, reserves, guard, Department of Anyone interested in playing for Defense employees and their families Photo by Walt Johnson the post men’s varsity softball team are available at the post Information, This stinks ... should contact Aces coach, Bryant Tickets and Registration office under the “Buy One-Get One Free” plan. As part of the initiation into the Fort Carson Mountain Post Color Rushing at 554-8753. Rushing said the Call the Sky Sox at 597-1449 for Guard, new members must “police” the area after the horses Aces will be looking to have another more information. leave as Ty DeJane found out Saturday at Security Service Field successful season as the post team during the Colorado Rockies verse Colorado Springs Sky Sox. takes on some of the best talent in the Colorado area. You may also contact See Bench, Page 33

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Proud to represent ... Fort Carson’s Stephen Talley, family member, throws out the ceremonial first pitch Saturday before the Colorado Rockies-Colorado Springs Sky Sox exhibition game. Talley was representing the families of deployed Soldiers and drew a thun- derous ovation from the capacity crowd when he was introduced.

Photo by Walt Johnson

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Hitting the links ... Sunday was a perfect day for golfing as Mountain Post Team members from left, Brian Stanley, David Martinez and Jonathan Hatcher found out. The three- some joined a host of other military and civilian golfers who played a round of golf at the post’s outstanding Cheyenne Shadows Golf course. With the weather breaking for the better, golf-outings are going to be a great way to spend the spring and summer months at Fort Carson.

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Build Home! A true must see! Close to only $15. Call 559-9506 OR 310-5909 Buy * Sell * Consignment Military Helping For Details. downtown! $212,900. Colorado Pride Gently used furniture at affordable prices. Couch-asking $40, Queen size bed-$75, dresser-$20-washer and dryer-$100 set 1 yr male dachshund, no papers, all Realty, LLC, Patrick, 232-5583 10% military discount. on items over $100* Military or will sell separately. 271-4639 shots. $75 Call Amy 559-9366 before GT Trials Bicycle. Magura hydrolic (*not consignment items) 12pm or Wed&Sun all day CUTE DOWNTOWN HOUSE! 2br, V-brakes and many other upgrades. 3970 Sinton Rd. (I-25/GOG exit) $200 591-0179 or 440-9697 1ba, 1c gar. 1300SF fin + bsmt. Huge Tues-Sat, 11am-6pm. BRIDAL GOWN Lot! Zoned R-2. $187,900. Patrick, Sun-12 noon-4pm. 444-0404 2 year old female black lab. Spayed and MEN’S MOUNTAIN BIKE, SAMPLE SALE current on shots. Free to good home. Colo. Pride Realty, 232-5583. $50. Discontinued designer dresses 573-1709 Please call 719-930-4362 ranging from $500-$1500. SOLD! ARMOIRE & night stand, 5-drawer By appointment only call Linda BOXER. 1 yr female fawn, spayed and 1303 MONTEAGLE MTB 2000 Specialized Rockhopper dresser, pine bunkbed (twin/full), micro- at 632-8418 or 649-7609. chipped, needs loving home. Great with 3-br, 360-7900-Re/Max Masters wave, A/C unit, couch. 622-1172 108 E. Cheyenne Rd., Ste. 101 FSR w/upgrades $500 & 2001 Haro www.demafille.com kids. Call 472-8528. Mirra 540A freestyle $200. 219-1781 EAST Blue Couch w/bed $100. 2 Wood end CHIHUAHUA MIX, adorable, pup, YAKIMA 2 Bike Rack, 2” hitch tbls $30/both. 2 White Flr lamps HUGE PCS SALE: Everything must male, neutered, housetrained, current Frank Schlosser mount; like new. Only $200. $20/both. Blk Microwave, $40. go, baby things, Fence, Couch and table shots, friendly. $175. 912-980-3989 Broker Associate (UNDER CONTRACT) Call 266-1408. 540-2236 w/ chairs, and more! 472-0410. 5738 HERMIT PASS DR. MOVING-MUST SELL! 5 yr old male 2br, 2ba, 1c., FR. Re/Max 360-7900 COMPUTERS BLUE Recliner, $50; Entertainment KENMORE ELTE DRYER, 2 yrs old, Dachshund, $100; 1 yr male Cocker 351-1511 Center, $50; White/Pine China Cabinet, large capacity, $300, Hitachi 19” Color Spaniel, $100. Lg chainlink fence, $100. 2122 ESSEX LANE - Move-in cond PRESARIO 700 laptop, AMD4, $165. Call 527-4950 TV, $75. 661-6895 Call 472-0740 or 573-0776 New Homes - $169,900 - VA assumable at 240MB, 18GB HD, Wind XP, CD 4.625% - 4BR, 1.75 bath, 1 car, All and Resale appliances stay - Landscaped fenced burner, floppy drive, $200. 390-8871 Crib & Toddler bed, both cherry finish, Large Chainlink Fence and Swingset SIBERIAN HUSKY PUPPIES 4 SALE & mattress. All 3 $100 or $35 ea piece. great w/kids-12wks. old $50 yard - U/C taking backups - Anita, $250-Fence $350-Swing set or Specialist Keller Williams - 440-3339 ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT 439-8785 $500-both. 472-4501 [email protected] WOW! 6615 CHANTILLY PL. 19 Inch Toshiba TV with Built in DVD GERMAN ECKBANK from the 50’s, Find out what your LATHE-DELTA 46-700 12-inch PET SUPPLIES Tri-level, 4br/3ba/2car, fin bsmt, new Player and VCR. Please Call $300; Modern German Schrank, $300; Home is worth. Free woodworking lathe, $200. Delta 10-inch paint, tile floors, fireplace, 4 ceiling 930-4559 Desk, $50. Call 265-6119 bandsaw, $100. Call 488-8597 55-GAL FISHTANK with oak stand, Market Analysis of fans, bay/vinyl windows, vaulted ceil- hood, fish & lots of accessories. Super your existing home. ings, patio, fenced 3950SF lot, by park 52’ Phillips HD TV w/Pic-in-Pic. Ex- Glass-top table, $50; computer desk, LIGHT MAPLE Stain doors, Remod- Price-Must sell. $160. Call 282-3894 & Peterson AFB. $186,900. Angie cellent condition; purchased 1.5 yrs ago; $100; creme-colored loveseat, $50. eled: 3yr old doors. Pre-hung (2) 24”, Vance, Dancing Star Realty, 290-6649. Asking: $1,000.00 obo; 596-7467 Moving, Must Sell! 237-4573 (3) 32” , $25/each; 30” bi-fold, $20, slab (12) 24”, $15/each. Call 533-1466. COMMERCIAL 5BR, 3BA, 2c, 2800SF, D-11, Peak FIREARMS KINGS BLANKET & MORE! View, gas fpl, lg lot, RV prkg, FSBO. 2328 E. Platte Ave.-Ph 471-9137 MOVING BOXES, REAL ESTATE $234,900. Call Dan/Shelly, 574-3784 BLOCK 19C 9mm w/5 ten round mag., has the largest selection of Korean Mink $2-$6. hip holster, mag holster, $500. Call Blankets in Colorado Springs! They are Please call 719-930-4362 TOP FIVE REASONS WHY TO BUY FSBO: 3br, 2ba, kit, din, lv, fam, 382-7065 ask for Alan/or lv msg. super soft. We have curtains, comfort FOR LEASE OFFICE A BRAND NEW HOME FROM 1400SF, 1car, lg yd/deck, Close to Car- sets, 3 piece bath sets, pictures, area OVERSIZED RUSTIC coffee table, SPACE John W. Clark & Brett A. Larsen With The Seller’s Broker, Inc. son/PAFB. $138,900. 591-8016 HOME ENTERTAINMENT rugs and collectables. $250obo; 400 disc CD changer, brand • O Down & O Closing Costs • $10,000 in Buyer Incentives new, $200obo. Call 559-5501 BROADMOOR AREA Office space • $16,000 in Design Center • 46” HDTV w/Home Theater Philips Surr Sound sys ‘03. 5speaker Living Room Set: Couch, Love Seat, available located at 660 Southpointe Ct. • Win a Luxury Vacation to a destination of your choice w/sw, exc. cond, used just 6 mon. $125 Chair and three tables-$75.00. Privacy Slats for Chain Link Fences. Two separate spaces available: 15x15 & Samples from various builders. Call 266-9816 obo 805-757-1889 201-4863 4ft tall covers over 66 feet in length 12x9. Conference room, kitchen, copier, These incentives won’t last! $60. 559-8722 fax and HIGH-SPEED INTERNET. HOME FURNISHINGS NASA MEMORY FOAM - Contact Erin Tankersley at 579-6500 8” Mattress Set, never used, still in plas- QN BED Set, $350; Coffee Table, $60; RESIDENTIAL $100 Comp desk $15 Micro stand $20 tic. Cost $1795, SACRIFICE! $650. Lawnmower, $70; 13” TV, $60; Lamps, 1263 Lake FOR SALE OWN FOR LESS THAN RENT! TV Stand $30 19’’TV $80 futonbed $10 Call 719-866-7042 $30. (2) end tables, $60. 201-7308 Plaza Drive Beautiful Remodeled 3 Br, 2 Ba Dresser—472-8628 Lease • Office Home in Great Location. Older Enlayed Pearl Korean Coffee ta- SCHWINN Road Bike, sm frame, $30; 5,694/2,847 sf CONDOS TOWNHOMES No Down Payment & $175 CHERRY SLEIGH BED. ble, very good conditions. Must see. Best art easel, $325; GMAS china, FOR SALE Seller Pays Closing Costs! Brand new in box. Warranty. $750 OBO. 278-9227 $125; Ptbl Dshwsr, $25. 651-9468 Hunter Group USA, LLC 2721 Lark Drive- Can Deliver. Call 719-227-0257 Carrie Case • 219-1177 Own for as little as $1000 Mo! 3bd/2ba Condo w/great fl plan & lots of 1-800-676-3982 ID 4077 RECLINING SOFA, over 6’L, SMALL GEORGE Foremen grill, [email protected] $295 5-PC BEDROOM SET. Brand w/storage & fold down snack table, amenities! $800/Rent or $119,900/Sale. www.ColoradoBarb.com new, still in the boxes! MUST SELL! $5. 1300sf. Call for details: 290-7995 wine red, exc cond! $550obo. 572-1388 Please call 719-930-4362 Direct: 499-3334 Can Deliver. 719-473-2700. FOR LEASE WAREHOUSE Parker St. Claire Realty Company RUSTIC LOG HEADBOARD with FOR SALE/RENT, lge 2br, 1ba condo, $70 FULL PILLOWTOP MATTRESS, SMOKER $12; Bob the Builder stuffed brand new Queen Pillowtop Mattress fully renovated, Centrally located-great new, still in the plastic with warranty. full size, $10; Hutch, exc cond. New Office Warehouse Condos Zone Set and frame. Must Sell. $295. location. Call 310-5666. Can Deliver. 719-866-7042 Wrought iron. Call 559-7580 PBD with light manufacturing. ELLICOTT/YODER Call 719-227-0257 1200-3600sf, $900-$2700 per month. HUNTING MEADOWS: 3br, 3ba, fpl, $70 QUEEN PILLOWTOP. SUNBEAM GAS GRILL with lava Short or long-term lease. Lease with TWIN BEDS. Captain’s bed, mattress, purchase option available. 7205 E. fin bsmt, over 1500SF, gated cmmty. Still in plastic, can deliver. rocks & tank, $25. Must sell due to Colo. Residential Homes, 499-8814. Call 719-471-7220 $125 OBO. Girl’s 5-piece set includes PCS. Call 930-3765 HWY 24. Call 492-5001 or 659-5307 mattress, $175 OBO 719-494-0099 T/H ON V. Hi G.C.m, 524 Lakewood $100 QUEEN ORTHOPEDIC MAT- WOMEN’S MESS DRESS, 16ML coat, Cir., 2800+SF, 3+br, 4ba, dbl gar, deck, TRESS SET, brand new in plastic in- LAND LAWN & GARDEN 14MT skirt, Brand new/Untailored. views, $169,524. Cheryl, 338-4300 cludes warranty. Will Deliver. Please $100. Call 334-467-6495. call 719-667-0311 Weslo Spcsavr Treadmill w/TV incline LAND FOR SALE THE COVE! $350. Soloflex $100. Pingpong tbl, Working Traffic Light-$75.00 Great in INCREDIBLE LOT-Cripple Creek Mtn New 4 Bed on 40 Acres $215K Big $165 KING PILLOWTOP MATTRESS net/paddles $90. 238-9878 game/recreation room. This is the real Own the new Estates. 360 degree views! Backs to home of your dreams! Front Range View Great for Horses SET. Still in plastic, with new warranty. thing! 310-9844 open space, lake across the road. Stream Can Deliver. 719-328-9728 Unbelievable Buyer Incentives or Small Business. Appliances, Cov- MISC FOR SALE below. Buy now for retirement! Colo- FREE Furniture or SCRAPBOOKING rado Pride Realty, LLC, Patrick, ered Front Porch, Big Garage, Many $250.00 OBO Ashley Furniture Sleep Dream Vacation! Upgrades. Has Great Grass and (2) JBL L-100 stereo loadspeakers, 100 232-5583 D-20, Maintenance-Free Sofa Navy Blue Must Sell Call Excellent Water Rights, Located in 550-1058 watt, gd cond, $60; Qn-sz sofa sleeper, MILITARY SCRAPBOOKING Community On Cottonwood speckled blue patt., $100. Call 574-7221 Supplies. Shop our online store! LG COMMERCIAL LOT. Central. Creek with Views & Pines Quiet Area Near Ellicott. $0 Down $0 www.MyMilitaryScrapbooking.com 1.03ac. Zoned PBC. Corner of Cir- 1192-1846SF/Models Open!! Closing Cost. Jim 475-0517 ALL WOOD BEDROOM SET. cle/San Miguel. Price reduced to $345K. Call 684-6563/332-3797 Beautiful, Must See! 92 Escort $500, 46g aquarium w/stnd SPORTS EQUIP Patrick, Co. Pride Realty, 232-5583. All new in the boxes. $150, 2-6K BTU A/C’s $75 for both or Must sell! $695. 719-633-8203 BLACK FOREST FOUNTAIN VALLEY $40 ea. 638-8123 SHOTGUN: Emillo Rizzini Tristar TRII REAL ESTATE 12 ga. 28” overunder, field trap, new FOR SALE LARGE FAMILY? We have the home A GEM! 11168 BERRY FARM $919, asking $600obo. 510-0141. for you!! 9BR/3BA, lower level walk- 2002 2-story 3bd/3ba/2c, loft, 2484SF, out, over 4000 SQFT on 5.66 acres, bsmt, a/c, pantry, island, fpl, security WEIDER Pro 800 Olympic Bench & PROPERTY WANTED loafing shed, zoned for horses, lots of sys, vaulted ceilings, walkout, patio, 310lbl Olympic Weight Set. $150 firm. room to add garage or workshop. Lots fenced lot. Views! By school- LET US RECYCLE your home to a Can deliver. 494-8042 or 556-4657 of storage. Available immediatley. /Post/Schreiver. $199,500. Angie needy family! Private couple will pay $267,500. Call Jo Nestor at 661-2556, Vance, Dancing Star Realty, 290-6649 top $$. Call us Now! 473-1007. Re/Max R.E.G. Wilson Woods and Irons. Bags and Bijou Properties Hand-cart. $80.00 632-2279 or 2001 5-BEDROOM, 3-bath home nr. Ft. 271-7938 REAL ESTATE SERVICES BRIARGATE Carson & Peterson, FSBO, $227,900. www.homeinfountain.com, 391-2354 WOMENS BOOTS, Skis and Poles, HOME BUYERS- 3BR, 3BA home in D-20, over 2300SF, size 9-5. Call Justine, $65 or best offer. VIEW HOT NEW LISTINGS. LR, FR, sep DR, exercise rm, office, lg 4BR/4BA/2GA, a/c, sec sys, shed, Call 251-213-1136 Visit: www.newlistings4mil.com laundry rm, child’s theater rm, jacuzzi, fcd yd, $203K. 1015 Winebrook. or Free Recorded Message trampoline, above ground swimming Call Amy Kunce, 661-1199. Colorado Power Classifieds Work. 800-607-0359. ID #4040. Find out what pool, $235K. 333-5267 or 260-9720 Call 634-3223 Ext. 234 your home is worth on-line visit: 5-6BR, 4½BA, 3c, 4042SF, theater rm, to place your ad. www.springs-military.com. suite in bsmt, upgrades throughout. Parker St. Clair Realty Co. BRIARGATE: 5 bedrooms, 3baths, 10688SF lot, landscaped, auto sprklr, 2.5car garage, 2942SF, ranch near dog run, shed, Close to 3 Bases. school & park. Call 548-9900. Widefield schools. Built 2001. Buy or Sell a Home from one of your own! $334,900. Call Nancy, 659-5497 Work with someone who knows the military. BRIARGATE-5br/4ba, 3car, D-20 Call Barb Schlinker – 719-499-3334 Great location! Walk to elem, jr & high GENERAL schools. $1600 282-0699 Local Reserve Officer and Real Estate Broker 310 HOMES UNDER $100,000. Call John W. Clark @ CENTRAL Seller’s Broker 233-1020

314 E. Monument Street. Excellent investment/income property near down- CENTRAL: 2br/1ba, 1144SF, everyth- town and CC. Nicely maintained and ing new, completely renovated. appointed. Currently 2 Units; could eas- $209,000. Available now! POWERS/ ily be converted to single family. Of- AIRPORT: 2br /1ba /1c gar 1000SF, fered at $299,950. For info. and show- completely renovated. $139,900. Avail- ings, Call Marilyn Newell, Re/Max able May 1st. Realtors Welcome! Call www.ColoradoBarb.com Properties, Inc.,719-238-0113 Duke Assets, 338-6962. Great Audience, Great Value, Great Results Colorado Power Classifieds • Call 634-3223 Ext. 210 for Details MOUNTAINEER 38 April 8, 2005 colorado power classifieds

NEAR PAFB, 3 bed, 3 bath, tri-level, CENTRAL BRAND New stucco rancher in REPOS!!! 1521 sf, 2 car, a/c, gas fp, sprinklers, Gleneagle, 14237 Petrel Dr. Easy access 45 HOMES RANGING FROM $99,000 vaulted ceilings wood floors, $2500 to- DOWNTOWN VICTORIAN: 1br, 1ba, to I-25, lots of nice upgrades, flooring & TO JUST OVER $200,000 ward closing costs and pre-paids w/full loft, w/d, view of city/mtns. Lg fcd yd. countertops. $1500/mo. No dogs/smok- price offer, $184,900, 4727 Canyon Pets Ok. N/S. $650/mo. 635-1888 ing. 1673SF, unfin bsmt for storage, 3 Bdrm in Fountain $99,000 Wren, Tom Hahn, RREG, 488-9475 3br, LR/DR connected. FR is open to Put Some 3 Bdrm tri-level 105,000 CONDOS TOWNHOMES kitchen. Call Vicki, 488-1147 5 Bdrm 3 Bath 2 story 199,000 SOARING EAGLES Rancher with full unfin. bsmt! Tons of upgrades! Hard- FOR RENT 4 Bdrm 3 Bath 2 story N/E 174,000 Gorgeous new home in wonderful wood, vaulted ceilings, deck! Close to Chaparral Point neighborhood at Indigo POWER 3 Bdrm 3 Bath 2 Car Peyton 190,000 everything! $203,900. Colo. Pride Re- 5 YR OLD LUXURY TH-3BD, 2½ba, Ranch. Adjoins lg green spc/park. Some are $0.00 Down alty, LLC, Patrick, 232-5583 1810SF, attach 2car, pets welcome! Highly rated schools. 7748 Firehawk 24-hr rec msg. Call 866-449-6415 x 74 Ln. $1295/mo. 265-6627 Must Qualify – Call LaRa @ SOUTHWEST Countrywide for your pre-approval EXTREMELY NICE 2br, 2ba LaRa Direct – 291-4872 Newer, 5br/3.5ba, 2fp, 3 fin levels. CHEY. MDOWS (1 mi. to Ft. Carson), townhouse w/1 carport. Complex has 2900sf+. A/C, hwd flrs. $1,395/mo. Behind Your 4br, 3ba, 2car, 1 blk to Otero Elem. pool. $700/mo. 2768 Hearthwood Lane. 1st mo rent + dep. 703-334-4862 Call Hank 632-9396 Call Donna at 531-0591. Heritage Realty 1310 S. Canoe Creek. 337-2222. NORTHGATE:3br, 2½ba, 2car, 2100SF DUPLEX/4PLEX S.E.: (2) vacant condos-ea 1br/1ba, fpl, w/d, Move-In Today! $550/mo. Call for new home, fcd yd, master suite, D-20, Classified Ad! specials 590-1678. N/S & N/P. Available 4/1. $1295/mo. + FT. CARSON area duplex! Live-in one; security deposit. 550-5810 rent the other! Each unit is 3br/1ba/1c STETSON HILLS-close to everything gar-4247 College View, $179,900. VISTA GRANDE:Tri-level 4br, 3ba, Call 634-3223 ext. 210 America’s #1 Colo. Pride Realty, 232-5583. 3br, 2½ba, 2c gar, w/d, refrig, range, $1025/mo. Call 495-7868. tiled entry & kitchen, deck, fireplace. Mortgage Lender Close to schools. Call 522-0676. Military Loan Specialist APARTMENT T/H -Westide, 3br, 2½ba, attach 2c for Details oversized gar, gas fpl, all appls, POWERS Most approvals in 1 day RENTALS 3-walk-in closets, $1300/mo. 596-0620 LaRa Fryer – Direct 291-4872 7230 CAMPSTOOL DR. 3br, 2½ba, [email protected] CENTRAL DUPLEXES appls incl. $500 Rent Credit. $1075/mo. + $800/dep. No Pets! 597-9149 CHILDCARE For the most up-to-date 2BDRM APARTMENTS, Centrally lo- 1ST MONTH FREE-Ft. Carson SERVICES home listings, cated. $595 + up/variety of amenities. area-3br, 1ba, 1car, Incl. w/d. Avail RENTALS WANTED April 1st. $775/mo. Call 232-7194. LIC FCC PROVIDER on Ft. Carson. Call Hank - 632-9396 Ask about our military specials. Please AUTO HEADLIGHT Infant Home. Mon-Fri. 5:30am-6pm. call Ann, 260-0320 or 338-6954 COMPANY NEEDS 5 HOMES to lease RESTORATION Call Ruby, 559-8500. DOWNTOWN-Spacious, clean, long term or lease/purchase, (full price, 2BR DOWNTOWN APTS. Great loca- 1br/1ba, woodfloors, all appls, wash- NORTHEAST no fee). Guaranteed rents. No tenant LIC. DAYCARE. Old Farm Area tion, clean, quiet, 3-blocks from Peak er/dryer, $550/mo + utils. 238-5246 HOW CLEAR ARE problems. Call 591-9101. (80917). (1) Infant Opening & (1) Open- Theater. Cats ok. $485/mo. YOUR HEADLIGHTS? ing ages 2 & up. Call 596-1956 ¾ACRE city lot w/views of AFA. Call 201-7006/231-7835. Nr Dwn Twn: 2BD, 2 BA, 2 Walk-in 4 bed (2 master suites) 4 bath Closets, FP, Washer/Dryer, Avail. ROOMMATES WANTED The inexpensive way to make your headlights look new again! (1 w/sauna). 3 car oversized garage APT/TH. 2BR, avail now! 915 Manitou Mid-April. Call Rick at 229-4040 COMPUTERS with workshop. Keller Williams 3BR HOME pvt lg br/ba, $400/mo. + Save hundreds versus replacing. Ave. $550/mo. & 2413 Paseo Rd. Mobile service available. Realty, Barbara, 719-360-6183 $685/mo. (has garage). Jim O’Bryan, EAST utilities. N/S. (Woodmen/Meridian). Heritage Realty, 337-4126/548-0400. Pets ok. Call 495-9805 649-9500 5BD/3BA/2c gar, Union/Acad. 100% For Rent, 2 yr old house, like new. 3BR, Financing. Extremely Motivated! New DOWNTOWN STUDIO, 1br/1ba, 2.5BA located in new neighbhd, nr. 3BR HOUSE, $700/month. + ½ utils. Before int/ext. Call now-719-439-5261 $400/mo. + utilities. Available April 1st. schools, shopping, & military bases. 2c Satellite, high speed internet & local Call Rod at 237-2250. gar/opener, fcd yd, patio, security phone included. Call 596-2193 DESPERATE SELLER systm, all appls & much more. You Can Rent to Own LARGE SWANKY 3br apts. Best loca- $1000/mo+750dep, avail Apr 1. Call 5br/3ba home, hot tub & more! Sat 719-201-7135 or 597-5843 tion downtown! Easy walk to work & Phil or Sophie @ 495-4448 TV/cable internet. Near AFA/PAFB. shops. Must see! $925/mo. $700/mo + 1/2 utils. Call 310-5530 For Rent or Lease to Own. 3 Call 201-7006 or 231-7835 SINGLE FAMILY Rancher (5 min.) Bdrm/2Ba/2Car, 3yr old home, Dogs After DIVORCE from Peterson AF base 3 bdrm/gar. BRIARGATE 2BR/2BA apt to share. OK, 7 min NE from PAFB, Dist 49 EAST $900 to include utilities. Call 574-1633. schools. 201-7135 Pool/Exercise Room/View. $425/mo + ½utils. Call 598-7819 evenings. Divorce-$175 Bankruptcy-$200 1ST MONTH FREE! SPRINGS RANCH: Tri-lvl 3br, 3ba, Get it Right the 1st time! Custody, For Rent or Lease to Own. 5 Near Pete Field. Clean 2br/1ba, all fpl, unfin bsmt, 1900SF, dw, w/d, views adoption & more. We do everything HOME TO SHARE. Fem pref. 2 min. Bdrm/4Ba/2Car, 4 yr old home, 8 min appls, incl washer/dryer. Spc. Mil. Rate. of Pikes Peak. $1200/mo. No Pets al- for you so you don’t have to. Over 15 from No. Gate AFA. Pvt 2bd/ba, use of NE from PAFB, Dist 49 schools. $475. Call Tom SRIC, 632-4800. lowed. Call Danielle Jaeger, 574-5000. yrs exp! Park Paralegal, 632-1985. 201-7135 w/d, furn. $500/mo. + ½utils. 488-3469 608 S. Nevada MASTER BR w/pvt ba, avail 5-15 SPRINGS RANCH-2br, 3ba, 2car, a/c, AUTO SERVICES LG CONDO, 4br, 4ba, lg 2c gar, $450 + utils., 5 min. from PAFB, w/d. f/p, all appls, clean, N/S, N/P. $1050. ROOMMATE to share 2bd/2ba, HAULING 1900SF, indoor pool, hottub, saunas, t Call Tracy, 330-7754 $100 off 1st month’s rent. 439-5354 $400/mo. incl utils. Close to USAFA. ct, RV pkg, . $159,900. Call 591-4774 Call 850-218-9326 GOT JUNK? FOUNTAIN STETSON HILLS: 2750SF, 4br/ba, 2fp, Affordable Hauling N/E: 4/3/2 AT 5096 Stillwater Drive. a/c, sprklrs, lg fcd bkyd, cov. porch, SECURITY Brush / Appliances / Junk NEW deck/paint/kitchen cabinets. Call 1ST MONTH FREE! Fountain/Ft. Car- Pets nego. $1135/mo. Call 380-8939. Insured / Dependable 548-9900 to see this lovely home! son - Near Gate 20, Townhouse Style, 3BR, 2BA, 2c gar, storage shed, 7 days a week 2 bdrm/1ba, coin laundry, $495/mo. FOUNTAIN VALLEY $975/mo. 4450 Dooley Way, 80911. 572-1768 Stetson Hills – Sparkling $200/dep. Call 232-7194 Call Concept, 227-0215 3BR/3BA/2Car corner lot, John Laing Cross Creek. New Rancher w/finished LAWN CARE Craftsman-style home. Fml dining rm, 2bd/1ba. Rent and sec. dep. $435. Sm bsmt. 3bd/2ba/2c. Rent or lease option. FP, & Fr. doors. Fully fenced. Trex SOUTHEAST STATE OF THE ART FULL pets ok. Laundry fac. on site. 5-min $1200 + util. 684-4865 COLLISION & REPAIR CENTER ®Deep Plug. Commercial Aerating Deck. 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BMW 97 R850R blue, 69K, Parabellum TAX SERVICE 1993 Ford Explorer XLT 4x4. $3000 Exc. cond. Call 310-7113. 1990 4-Runner, Auto, V6 118K mi. runs PCS’ing must sell soon. New tires and Faring, Corbin saddle, BMW hard bags, 1990 ACURA LEGEND, lthr, sunroof, great. Brand-new speakers and Good tires, $3980 596-7928 JOST’S PERSONAL INCOME TAX pwr locks/wind, great motor, needs brakes. Contact 330-5235 CD/MP3 player, $4,800 obo 638-0236 SERVICE. Let me come to you eve- 99 Lincoln Navigator, exc. Cond. trans. Asking $600obo. 574-3960 $16,500. Blue. High highway miles. Need some Power behind your nings and weekends. Competitive prices 1997 Ford F150 XLT, 104,000 miles, 2000 Tacoma 4x4. 4cyl; 5spd; reg. cab; as the big companies but personal serv- BMW New clutch, exhaust, $5500 obo, 719-559-5128 advertising message? a/c; am/fm cass; trailer hitch; new tires, Call: 634-3223 Ext. 210 ice. Federal and all States. Electronic 329-0224 call after 5:00pm 88k mi. $11K OBO. 472-8506 Filing, Refund Anticipation Loan 2003 BMW 325i White w/Brn Lthr MERCEDES BENZ Colorado Power Classifieds (RAL). Call for an appointment: 5-Spd, Fully Loaded, Xenons, Nav HK, 2001 Focus ZX3, prem pkg, loaded, pw, 24K mi $27,750obo 574-1878 02 COROLLA LE-5spd/Warranty/AC Day 287-9430/Eves 391-1903 pl, 30, 5sp, Grn, Warranty to 75K, 1992 190 2.3 Mercedes Benz, blk, CD, Pwr all/ABS/cruise/Alarm/FM/CD 64K $8800 obo Call: 649-4488 Motorcycle tool - carbeurator stix $20 BUICK PW, good condition, auto, $4200obo. mi $9k obo 719-388-2015 for balancing carbs Leave Message TRANSPORTATION Call Will, 360-0364 231-9973 SERVICES 2003 FORD F-150 Crew Cab Lariat, TRUCKS WE SAY YES! 4WD, PW, PL, $22995. Mike Shaw We specialize in helping you drive the Buick, 636-3881. Stock # P2533 MISC. TRANSPORTATION WATERCRAFT ALLENDAC LIMOUSINE SVC LLC, vehicle of your dreams. Apply now 2003 FORD F150 XLT supercab, cap Luxury Sedans, Stretch Limos, Vans & bedliner, 15K miles, mint, $19,500obo. 1992 SEADOO GTS & 1998 SEADOO 24/7, no cost, no obligiation. ‘97 T-Bird, New V-8, 65K Miles, A/T, 2002 HONDA CRF450 Dirt Bike, FMP SUVs. DIA & COS, 393-0013. 800-631-7165 pipe & Bark Busters. $3300 or best Call 559-9338 GSX Ltd. & double alum Triton trailer AC, PS, PW, PL, AM-FM CD. Ex. w/cargo box. $7300. Call 572-5518. Cond. Call Ron 596-6867 or 439-1624 offer. Please call Ken, 638-7697 CAMPERS UTIL. TRAILERS TRANSPORTATION RVS GMC OLDSMOBILE 2002 COUGAR 5th wheel, 8’ slider, Kendon Trailor, single rail motorcycle transport trailer. New, $2500, asking 1990 Itasca Windcruiser motorhome, 4-WD VEHICLES 2.5KVD propane generator. New, never 2002 GMC YUKON, 4DR SLE, 62K used. $24,000 obo. Call 576-5572 1987 OLDS Cutlass Supreme, great $1250. Used twice: 719-641-4854 32 foot, handicapped equipped, 454 mi, List $26995. Stk # 75170A. Dealer, cond. Maint. current w/CD player, c.i. fuel injected engine, fiberglass ex- 1998 GMC Suburban, 3K miles on new Mike Shaw Buick, 636-3881. alarm. $3500obo. Call 210-9344 CHEVROLET VANS terior, 72,000 miles. Satellite, CB, engine, looks and runs great. $9750. awning, rear camera, remote spot, gen- Please call 573-0143 2004 GMC ENVOY, 4DR SLE, 28K 2004 OLDSMOBILE ALERO’S, PW, erator and more. Very clean. Never 1993 CHEVY LUMINA EURO, a/c, cc, 2000 CHEVY Venture EXT LS, 64K mi, List $22995. Stk # P2543 Dealer, PL, A/C, starting at $10995. Stock smoked in. Less than 3000 miles on runs great! 114K mi. Asking $2500. Mike Shaw Buick, 636-3881. mi, new tires, 1 owner, FWD, CC, PL, 1992 S-10 CHEVY Blazer, 4WD, sun- #NR6109. Mike Shaw Buick, 636-3881 PW, Pwr sliding dr, $9100. 382-4830 tires. This motorhome has a wheel- roof, automatic, 150K miles, runs good, Please call 573-0878 or 963-9271 chair entry lift and an electric $3000obo. Call 719-559-7601. MILES APPROVED DEALER screw-driven incline lift to move pas- Immac 92 Chev Astro Van 1 ownr Are you new to the military and have no PONTIAC 2000 PONTIAC MONTANA, 55K mi, senger captain’s chair from entry to po- AC/AM/FM/csAWD/ABS HO4.3L credit or slightly dinged credit. The Mi- exc cond, auto sliding dr, CD player, sition on deck. $19,750, (719) 2001 F-150, 4x4, V-8, 64K mi, 160K HD trans/oilcool $1800 528-5156 leather seats. $11,500. 338-3519. blue/gold 2-tone, spray in bedliner, les Program was designed for you. Call 2004 PONTIAC Grand Am’s, SE, PW, 648-6024 584L, $19,900. Call 266-8494 Scott @ Mike Shaw Buick, 636-3881. PL, AC, CC, 4door, starting at $10,995. DODGE Stock #NR6073. Mike Shaw Buick, 2001 CHEVY EXPRESS 3500 Van, MALLARD 1988 Class C, 44K mi, 636-3881. only 15K orig miles, white, excellent loaded, excellent! $7500. Nice motor 2002 FORD RANGER, ½T, V-6, super HONDA condition! $22,000obo. 638-5800 cab, 4WD, 31K mi, off-road pkg, 2000 DODGE 1500, 4X4, X-cab, 36K home. Chev 350. Call 598-0481 $14,900 or best offer. 382-5110 mi, List $17995. Stk # P2580 Dealer, 1998 HONDA Civic, 139K, good condi- LESS THAN PERFECT CREDIT? Mike Shaw Buick, 636-3881. 2003 Ford Windstar, a/c-front/rear, cc, tion, $4225. Call 719-321-0734 or Stop wondering whether you can qualify roof rack, etc. Exc cond, take over 2002 TOYOTA Tacoma Dbl Cab, 4x4, 382-6263 (evenings) for a car. Apply now, 24/7, no cost, no pymts of $305/mo. 659-7479 The Daily Transcript 2004 DODGE STRATUS R/T, 2dr, obligiation. 800-631-7165. auto, loaded, 44K miles, $21,500OBO. Sports Coupe, deep blue pearl coat, int Call 229-8382. 2000 Honda Civic VP, 100,000, Great MOTORCYCLES can publish your dark med. taupe, mint cond. Stored all Condition, $7000 OBO Please call An- SUBARU wint303-838-7524er. 9200 actual miles. drew at 719-382-9659 2003 FORD Expedition Eddie Bauer, 3.0l. SOHC 24V V-6 eng., powered ‘01 Kawasaki 800 Vulcan Classic: 4WD, DVD, 6disc CD, Lthr, 19470mi. sunroof w/tinted glass, PW, air, 4spd 04 Outback Wgn. ex con. 41K mi. AT. Loaded, lots of extras, MSTA. 6400 mi. Notices of Free Roof Carrier, 785-341-1850. auto, lthr int group. Stereo, CD sys., For Sale: 1983 Honda Shadow 750cc, $17K. 333-4910, rm211/cell Quick sale-$4800. Call: 660-7910 trunk lid spoiler, 17” alum. whls. Tinted needs work, $500.00 OBO, Please call 210-383-4926. Lvng country 574-8106 ANTIQUES glass. Steering wheel mounted audio ‘04 Suzuki Volusia Ltd. 800cc, ghost Guardianship controls & more! Factory warranty. 7yrs 1998 AWD SUBARU Legacy GT flames, saddlebags, & more! 1900 mi. or 70K mi. Power train ltd warranty. 3 JEEP Wagon, Rims, alloys/R 66K mi, exc Immaculate cond. $6000 Call 510-4581 yrs or 36K mi. Basic ltd warranty. cond. $8900. Call 266-4950 (pre-curser notice to adoption) 1969 CHEVY VINTAGE C-20, ¾T, $18,900. Call 75 Jeep CJ5 Runs, Needs Radiator. Has 1982 Suzuki SP500 Enduro Dirt Bike, belonged to my Dad. Needs a good good tires and bikini top. $2000 OBO Street Legal w/new rear tire, 50+ MPG, home, never seen salt, 67,000 actual FORD Call Chris 559-5591 $1,200.00. Call 391-8659 miles, 307 V-8, 4 speed, wood box 2005-1995 SUBARUS bed, very clean, original, stored win- Foresters, Outbacks, Imprezas, WRXs, ters, asking $5,000. The truck is in 2002 FORD Focus, 4dr, LX, 62K mi, 98 JEEP Cheriokee Sport, 4Dr, 92K, See Pic at www.palmerlakemotors.com 1997 HONDA CRQ50, like new cond, For more info call 634-1048 Wisconsin, I am in Colorado. Will ar- List $7995. Stk #74326B . Dealer, Mike 4WD, Lftd, 31’’ tires. Runs great! KBB Great Prices. 1 year Warranty $2300 or trade for Sport Model range viewing. Call (719) 659-4698. Shaw Buick, 636-3881. $5500, selling for $4500 obo 659-8296 481-9900 4-wheeler. Call 201-1809.

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