Vol. 78, No. 02 Jan. 17, 2020 Carson Leaders compete to win tax center opening soon By Scott Prater Mountaineer staff

Tax return filing season is here again and the Fort Carson Office of the Staff Judge Advocate has signaled its arrival by reopening the Fort Carson Tax Center. Beginning Jan. 31, tax filers can call 524- 1013 to make appointments for the week of Feb. 1 through the remainder of tax season. Free income tax preparation services for both state and federal returns are available to all active duty service members, retirees and Family members, as well as mobilized reservists (with orders). This is no small-time operation. The tax center has proven itself as extremely valuable to the Fort Carson populace. Last year, for instance, the tax center prepared more than 5,500 federal returns, saved its clients nearly $600,000 in tax preparation fees and helped the Fort Carson community claim close to $13 million in tax refunds. “The purpose of the Fort Carson Tax Center is to help readiness and to assist Soldiers in getting their taxes done in a fiscally efficient manner” said Capt. Mitch Bailey, Fort Carson Tax Center officer in charge. “This year, we’ll have 20 staff members providing more than 50 days of tax preparation.” People who make appointments are asked to bring a copy of their 2018 tax return, their military identification, form W-2s, 1099s and 1098s, as well as Social Security cards for themselves and their Family members, HUD- 1 form for purchase of a new home, rental expenses and car registrations for those who plan to itemize on Schedule A. For those to whom it relates, they’ll also need to bring copies of court orders for divorce, child custody and child support form 8332 if post-2008 divorce. Spouses of deployed Soldiers can file taxes on behalf of the deployed Solder, but the spouse must bring a special power of attorney for taxes to the appointment. Photo by Sgt. Gabrielle Weaver Bailey explained that preparers at the center 1st Sgt. David Martinez with Headquarters and Headquarters Troop, 3rd Squadron, 61st Cavalry Regiment, can handle most situations, but some clients n nnr re e nnr Dsn errs e e u n urn e firs may be referred elsewhere. brigadewide senior enlisted physical training competition. The physical training competition brought senior leaders across the brigade together to compete and build cohesion. See more on pages 12-13. See Tax center on Page 4 Inside

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Chief, Print and Web Communications: The Mountain Post Living initiative is to ensure Soldier and Family health and well-being. Be ready and resilient. Rick Emert Editor: Aleah M. Castrejon Plant-based burger crave Do you like your burger rare, medium-rare, Staff writer: Scott Prater well-done or in veggie form? Plant-based burgers are Sports writer: Walt Johnson receiving national attention. In a recent conversation “There are many vegetarians that feel they can’t get with U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue, https:// enough food at the DFAC because of little choices,” said an Layout/graphics: Jeanne Mazerall www.usda.gov/media/radio/daily-newsline/2019-06-28/ anonymous survey respondent. “This (plant-based burger secretary-perdue-tries-plant-based-impossible-burger, he option) would help them out.” This commercial enterprise newspaper is said he enjoyed a plant-based burger. While Perdue enjoyed Another anonymous survey respondent asked for the an authorized publication for members of the the experience, he said consumers ultimately will decide plant-based burgers to be made available. Department of Defense. Contents of the whether it is something they want to purchase. A recent Further research is needed to draw conclusive evidence Mountaineer are not necessarily the offi cial (non-scientifi c) Mountain Post Living (MPL) survey of regarding overall interest in and viability of plant-based view of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government Fort Carson community members revealed mixed opinions or the Department of the Army. Printed circulation burger offerings on Fort Carson. is 8,000 copies. of meatless burgers. Fort Carson community members The editorial content of the Mountaineer expressed mixed sentiment as to whether meatless burgers Fort Carson Army Wellness Center is the respon sibility of the Public Affairs Offi ce, are more nutritious and taste better Glen Williams with the Fort Carson Army Fort Carson, Colo., Tel.: 526-4144. The e-mail than burgers made with meat. Wellness Center said plant-based burgers are address is [email protected]. What do Fort Carson The Mountaineer is posted online at healthier than meat burgers, and meat burgers http://www.fortcarsonmountaineer.com. community members think of are not environmentally sustainable. The The Mountaineer is an unoffi cial plant-based burgers? environment simply cannot sustain the publication authorized by AR 360-1. The The non-scientifi c MPL rates at which humans consume meat, Mountaineer is printed by Colorado Springs survey asked Fort Carson particularly as the world population is Military Newspaper Group, a private fi rm in community members no way connected with the Department of the projected to grow to 10 billion by 2050, Army, under exclusive written contract with about their opinions from more than 7 billion today according Fort Carson. It is published 49 times per year. toward plant-based to https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/. The appearance of advertising in this burgers; many respondents Williams acknowledged that various publication, including inserts or supplements, were female, ages 25-34. scientifi c studies have shown the meat does not constitute endorsement by the The demographic breakout Department of the Army or Colorado Springs sector provides humans with relatively Military Newspaper Group, of the products or of survey respondents who few calories (18 percent) and relatively services advertised. The publisher reserves the identifi ed as either military little protein (37 percent); compared to right to reject advertisements. or civilian was approximately Everything advertised in this publication Stock image the fact that it takes up 83 percent of the 50 percent of the total sample world’s farmland and accounts for nearly shall be made available for purchase, use or for each group. patronage without regard to race, color, religion, 60 percent of the greenhouse gas emissions within sex, national origin, age, marital status, Fifty percent of respondents admitted to having tried the agriculture industry in general. physical handicap, political affi liation or any other a plant-based burger over the past two months. Over 90 Overall, Williams said Soldiers must be disciplined nonmerit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. If percent who tried a plant-based burger like the taste. Survey enough about their nutrition and perform adequate research. a violation or rejection of this equal opportunity respondents’ perceptions are split as to whether plant-based Soldiers seeking more information about plant-based policy by an advertiser is confi rmed, the printer burgers are healthier than meat burgers. shall refuse to print advertising from that source burgers can visit the Fort Carson Army Wellness Center, until the violation is corrected. For display Seventy percent of military respondents expressed 1891 Prussman Blvd., building 1843. advertising call 634-5905. interest in trying a plant-based burger if offered at the Ivy All correspondence or queries regarding Warrior Restaurants. See Plant-based on Page 4 advertising and subscriptions should be directed to Colorado Springs Military Newspaper Group, 235 S. Nevada Ave., Colorado Springs, CO 80903, phone 634-5905. The Mountaineer’s editorial content is At a glance edited, prepared and provided by the Public Affairs Offi ce, building 1218, room 320, Fort Carson, CO 80913-5119, phone 526-4144. Military Releases from outside sources are so indicated. The deadline for submissions to the 5 Part 1: Longtime Mountain Post Soldier Mountaineer is close of business Friday the week leaves legacy before the next issue is published. The Mountaineer staff reserves the right to edit submissions for 6 Soldiers march in Denver parade newspaper style, clarity and typographical errors. 7 Brass quintet deploys Policies and statements refl ected in the 15 news and editorial columns represent views 8 Military briefs of the individual writers and under no circumstances are to be considered those of 12 Leaders compete in cohesion exercise the Department of the Army. Reproduction of editorial material is authorized. Please credit accordingly. Community 11 Carson hosts annual PCMS Christmas bird count 14 The Journey (Chapel series): 15 Pause to honor unwelcome prophet

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In addition Mountaineer editor 16 Beyond the gate 526-4144 18 Within the gate Post information 20 Sports briefs 526-5811 21 Classifi ed Post weather hotline 19 526-0096 Jan. 17, 2020 | MOUNTAINEER 3 News DIVARTY welcomes new CSM Story and photos by Sgt. Sidnie Smith their hard work and support during his 30 months 14th Public Affairs Detachment as the top senior enlisted leader. “One of the many things I hold dear to my Division Artillery, 4th Infantry Division, heart is that anyone I may have come into contact bid farewell to one outgoing leader and welcomed with, I hope I left a positive effect on you and not a new one during a change of responsibility a negative one,” he said. ceremony Jan. 13 at the William “Bill” Reed Edwards, previously the command sergeant Special Events Center. major of 2nd Battalion, 12th Field Artillery Command Sgt. Maj. Benito A. Perez Jr. turned Regiment, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 4th over responsibility of DIVARTY to Command Sgt. Inf. Div., spoke of his admiration for Perez and for Maj. Jelani Edwards. Perez was the senior enlisted his over 30 years of service to the Army. adviser for all three of the field artillery battalions “You my friend are the epitome of what it on Fort Carson. He also deployed to Afghanistan means to be a servant leader,” Edwards said. with DIVARTY, where he was the senior enlisted “You’ve dedicated countless hours and personal adviser for all artillery units deployed at the time. time to mentor, teach and develop every Soldier Perez spoke to those in attendance, pausing who has ever crossed your path. Thank you for many times due to emotion, thanking many for being a great mentor and friend.”

Command Sgt. Maj. Jelani Edwards, right, incoming senior enlisted leader, Division Artillery, 4th Infantry Division, salutes during the change of responsibility ceremony Jan. 13 at the William “Bill” Reed Special Events Center. Edwards previously served as the command Command Sgt. Maj. Jelani Edwards, left, incoming senior enlisted sergeant major of 2nd leader, Division Artillery, 4th Infantry Division, accepts the colors Battalion, 12th Field from Col. Ryan O. Maender, commander, DIVARTY, during the change Artillery Regiment, 1st of responsibility ceremony Jan. 13 at the William “Bill” Reed Special Stryker Brigade Combat ens ener e nn e rs snfie rs en Team, 4th Inf. Div. responsibility as the senior enlisted adviser of the unit. 4 MOUNTAINEER | Jan. 17, 2020 Utility provider offers eco-friendly resolutions for 2020 Editor’s note: The following article and photo are call 719-448-4800. recycle appliances and electronics. Springs Utilities courtesy of Colorado Springs Utilities, Fort Carson’s This provides options to those who can’t or don’t offers a $50 rebate for recycling old, ineffi cient utility provider. For more information about Springs want to install solar panels on their home or business, refrigerator or freezers. This program ensures that Utilities or the initiatives outlined, visit www.csu.org but who still want to support renewable energy. refrigerants, oils and other compounds are properly or @csutilities. removed and reclaimed. Recycle Springs Utilities also offers a toilet recycling Colorado Springs Utilities Recycling has many benefi ts, such as reducing the program for anyone installing a newer, more water- amount of waste sent to landfi lls, conserving natural effi cient commode. Recycled toilets are crushed by While January is the time for many to refl ect resources, saving energy and preventing pollution. utilities and used as road base — saving environmental on the past year and set goals for the months ahead, In addition to everyday household waste such as resources, reducing waste to landfi ll and saving money consider some eco-friendly resolutions this year. These paper and plastic containers, remember to responsibly for new materials. practices promote sustainability and reduce overall environmental impact. Go electric In some cases, these habits can help Gas powered vehicles emit save money, too. greenhouse gases and pollutants. Electric vehicles have a smaller Power everyday life with environ mental impact than conven- solar energy tional vehicles because they do not Colorado receives about 300 produce carbon and other emissions days of sun per year — an excellent directly from their tailpipes. platform for solar power. Solar State and federal incentives are energy helps protect the environment, available for people purchasing electric diversifi es the local energy supply and vehicles, making them a practical choice creates energy independence. for those looking to purchase their Fort Carson Colorado Springs next car. With the average commute in Utilities electric customers who live Colorado Springs at about 6 miles, a off post can now participate in a new typical driver would only need to charge Green Power program, a voluntary pro- A man walks his dogs their electric vehicle about once a week. gram that allows customers to designate in Colorado Springs. Public charging stations and work- a percentage of their monthly electric Resolve to become place charging options in Colorado use to be generated by solar energy. eco-friendly this year Springs are growing in popularity, pro- Subscribers make a positive impact on with tips from Colorado viding on-the-go options to charge. There the environment by participating. Springs Utilities. are apps online to help electric vehicle This service is available on a owners fi nd all nearby charging stations, fi rst-come, fi rst-served basis. To enroll, Courtesy photo regardless of company affi liation.

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“We expect the vast Army nutrition majority of fi lers will use Megan Magness, registered dietitian with Evans the standard deduction Army Community Hospital (EACH), said plant-based instead of itemizing burgers can be lower in fat, provide a lean source of deductions,” he said. “We protein and a serving of vegetables. They are a great option also can’t stress enough how for those following a vegetarian diet or for those looking important it is for people to to increase their fi ber intake and add more vegetables to bring Social Security cards their diet. EACH Ivy Warrior Restaurant has a vegetable for themselves and their burger patty available at the grill that contains only 190 dependents. It just makes calories, 16 grams protein and 8 grams of fi ber. the process easier.” Soldiers can fi nd more information about meatless The center, located in burgers by viewing the ingredients and nutrition facts as building 1358 on Barkeley required on nutrition labels for every product. Soldiers Avenue, will be open should review restaurant menus if seeking information Monday-Friday from 9 about plant-based burger options when eating out. Similar a.m. to 4 p.m. and will be information should be available through a restaurant’s open training holidays, website and within the restaurant itself. but closed on federal holidays. Tax preparation Mountain Post Living is by appointment only, but There is no clear consensus as to how much healthier plant-based burgers are versus meat burgers. Nutritional the tax center will begin Stock image accepting walk-ins on a experts agree that plant-based burgers offer some limited basis starting Feb. 18. • Three or more rental properties nutritional benefi ts; however, this is dependent on a “Most appointments should last about an • Abandonment or foreclosure (1099-A) person’s nutritional goals. hour,” Bailey said. “Those with more complicated • Casualty losses Fort Carson nutritional experts said it’s wise for Soldiers returns may take a little longer.” • Schedule Ks and Family members to perform due diligence by reviewing Also, the Fort Carson Tax Center is unable • Cancelation of debt of $10,000 or more product labels. Not all plant-burgers are created equal. to prepare tax fi lings with any of the following: (1099-C) Now it’s your turn. Get your veggie burger on! • Puerto Rican income, to include W2s that • Per capita distributions For more information, connect with Mountain Post list “PR” as the state • Stock/bond sales with more than 10 Living on Instagram @mountainpostliving or Facebook. • Sale of rental property transactions or unknown basis com/mountainpostliving. Jan. 17, 2020 | MOUNTAINEER 5 Military Part 1: Longtime Mountain Post Soldier leaves legacy By Mike Howard stay at Memorial Hospital in Colorado Springs. He Special to the Mountaineer was a retired 4th Infantry Division command sergeant major, Fort Carson employee and longtime member Editor’s note: Retired Command Sgt. Maj. Hans of the community. Liebrich served over 20 years at Fort Carson leaving a legacy for many. This is the first part of a two-part Services series about his lifelong journey. A memorial service with military honors will be held Hans Liebrich died Christmas Eve after a two-week at 10 a.m. Jan. 24 at the Shrine of Remembrance, 1730 East Fountain Blvd. in Colorado Springs. The service is open to the public. He will be interred at Maneuver Site (PMCS) from 1999-2008, where he

the Pikes Peak National Cemetery. trained units for deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. Command Sgt. Maj. The longtime Soldier served as an infantryman in Legacy two Ivy Division units in Vietnam.

In a 2011 Mountaineer article, Liebrich was active in the community, attending Retired Hans Liebrich Liebrich is quoted telling an various ceremonies, welcome home and deployment audience of newly inducted NCOs events and advisory councils. The division leadership “ “ from the 4th Engineer Battalion: team often invited him to serve holiday meals to troops “I’ll be a Soldier till I die!” in the dining facilities (now known as Ivy Warrior lived his entire life by Liebrich, 79, served 12 of his Restaurants). 30-year Army career in 4th Inf. In recent years he was seen less, as his loving Div. units and another 10 years wife of 56 years cared for him in their home while the mantra of ‘Steadfast as a civilian employee at Fort his health declined from severe dementia and Carson. He held the division’s post-traumatic stress disorder. senior enlisted post from 1989 Liebrich is survived by his wife, the former Mathilde and Loyal.’ to 1991 prior to retiring from (Hilde) Zorn of Colorado Springs, and their two children, the Army. As a civilian, he was Command Sgt. Maj. T.J. Holland the supervisor of Piñon Canyon See Liebrich on Page 8 6 MOUNTAINEER | Jan. 17, 2020

A platoon of Soldiers from 4th Squadron, 10th Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, marches through Denver Jan. 9 in the National Western Stock Show Parade. Having just returned in November from a nine-month deployment, the Soldiers jumped at the chance to participate in a local community event.

National Western Stock Show Soldiers march in Denver parade Story and photos by Sgt. Liane Hatch the way as they marched through the time U.S. Army Soldiers participated in 10th Cav. Reg., 3rd ABCT. “All of us 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team Public streets of Denver Jan. 9 in the annual the parade in more than a decade. marching today wanted to be here to Affairs Office, 4th Infantry Division National Western Stock Show parade. “When the tasking came down and represent the unit and be part of the The troops supported the event at we found out that they wanted a platoon community, and the feedback we got Soldiers with the 4th Infantry the invitation of the Denver Recruiting to march in the parade, we got lucky and was outstanding.” Division Band and the 4th Squadron, 10th Battalion. we were excited to take that opportunity” The 4th Sqdn., 10th Cav. Reg., 3rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Armored Brigade According to the Colorado Army said Staff Sgt. Tyler Gourneau, platoon Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, led Recruiting Facebook page, it was the first sergeant, Comanche Troop, 4th Sqdn., See Stock on Page 9

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or visit www.coloradocollege.edu/events. today at 719.577.4545 Jan. 17, 2020 | MOUNTAINEER 7 Brass quintet deploys Story and photos by Spc. Robert Vicens While stateside, the quintet performs often, playing book’s worth of music. It takes months of rehearsals to 4th ic Affairs Detachent for audiences throughout the Fort Carson and Colorado prepare. Countless performances and rehearsal hours Springs area about three times per week. Overseas, are (completed) to be ready for this kind of a tour.” Part of the 4th Infantry Division band recently however, the expectations were higher, requiring the The quintet was the obvious choice for this toured overseas throughout the U.S. Central Command group to perform multiple times per day. mission, said 1st Sgt. Carlos Salas, NCO in charge of area of operations performing for deployed Soldiers. “We will be performing at a higher operational the 4th Inf. Div. band. The request the band received For Soldiers in a deployed environment, it’s a tempo than usual,” said Sgt. Matthew Shute, French treasured sight to see mouthwatering foods like turkey horn player. “For an event like this, we’re taking a whole ee Deoy on ae 9 or roast ham, and it was made even more special with live music performed by Ivy Brass Quintet, a special performance element from the 4th Inf. Div. Band. It’s the Army’s way of saying thank you for a job well done to the deployed Soldiers serving over- seas during holiday season. Music is a staple of the festive season stateside, and something Soldiers serving overseas during the holidays could sorely miss. The quintet is comprised of two trumpet players, a trombone, a French horn and a tuba. “We’re going to play a variety of holiday music to bring Soldiers holiday cheer, as well as some high- energy music,” said Sgt. 1st Class Hesiquio Tellez, trombone player in the quintet.

Above: The Ivy Brass Quintet, Left: Sgt. Jacob Conner, NCO in charge, Ivy Brass Quintet, a a special performance group special performance group of the 4th Infantry Division Band, of the 4th Infantry Division plays the tuba Dec. 18 during a caroling performance at the Band, performs for attendees education center on Fort Carson. The Ivy Brass Quintet toured at the education center overseas throughout the U.S. Central Command area of Dec. 18 on Fort Carson. operations to perform for deployed Soldiers over the holidays.

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orders — Directorate of Public Works from 7:30-9 a.m. for training and will Business Operations and Integration open 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. every Friday. A Military briefs Division Work Management Branch, face-to-face personal property counseling Editors note: located in building 1219, is responsible briefing is mandatory for JPPSO. At this See www.fortcarsonmountaineer.com for the complete list of military briefs. for processing work orders (Facilities time, the self-counseling option to process Engineering Work Requests, DA Form applications through the Defense Personal Of note (TUSAOCSAA) Annual Reunion, Hall of 4283). The Work Management Branch Property System (DPS) is not authorized. Korean War Veterans Association — Monthly Fame, Heritage Center and Memorial Walk is open for processing work orders and JPPSO is located in the Mountain Post meeting is held on the third Saturday of the Dedications; and Mini-Reunions — save other in-person support from 7-11:30 a.m. Soldier Center at 6351 Wetzel Ave., month for all veterans of the Korean War. the date for these events in Fort Benning Monday-Friday. Afternoon customer building 1525, cubicle B. Call 526-3755 Meetings are held at 11:30 a.m. at the Elks and Columbus, Georgia, from May 1-4. support is by appointment only and can to schedule a DPS appointment. Lodge, 3400 N. Nevada Ave. in Colorado Registration information can be found at be scheduled by calling 526-6112. Army Field Support Battalion (AFSBn)- Springs. The meetings are intended to honor https://www.ocsalumni.org/, and for the Fort Carson Retirement Services — Carson — The facility located at building the service of veterans from the Korean War schedule of events, administrative details, operates Monday-Friday from 7 a.m. to 1525 does not launder all of the Soldier’s — through a time of social camaraderie and points of contact and updates. For more noon and 1-3:30 p.m. in building 1525, Organizational Clothing and Individual information. For more information, contact information contact Dan Johnson at 402- room 308. The phone number is 526-2840. Equipment (OCIE) as directed by Army Mike Thomason at 719-214-6121 or email 981-1072 or [email protected]. Hours of operation for Joint Personal Support Command (ASC), Annex A, [email protected]. Property Shipping Office (JPPSO) — which provides a list of non-OCIE and Save the date — U.S. Army Officer Hours of operation Monday-Thursday the office is open 7:30 Candidate School Alumni Association Directorate of Public Works work a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The office will be closed See Briefs on Page 10

I valued his counsel and friendship and he will be return home, and throughout his life, Liebrich believed Liebrich sorely missed.” McWilliams served as the 7th Infantry his father had been killed during the war by Russian From Page 5 Division and Fort Carson command sergeant major Soldiers. In 2009, however, he learned his father was from 2002 to 2007, while Liebrich was at PMCS. only wounded and taken to a Russian Prisoner of MaryAnn Silva and Thomas Liebrich, who live near “Command Sgt. Maj. Retired Hans Liebrich lived War camp before returning to his original hometown, Sacramento, California. They have three grandchildren: his entire life by the mantra of ‘Steadfast and Loyal,’” where he later fathered three boys. Until receiving a Kyle Silva, Amy Silva and Corrina Liebrich. Later in said Command Sgt. Maj. T.J. Holland, 4th Inf. Div. phone call from one of his brothers, Liebrich had no life, he was united with three half-brothers living and Fort Carson. “From his time as a platoon sergeant idea he had siblings. in Germany: Ralph, Krause and Hansi Liebrich. in (1st Battalion, 12th Infantry Regiment and 1st Bn. When his mother could not care for him alone He is preceded in death by his parents Johan 22nd Inf. Reg., 4th Inf. Div.,) in Vietnam to assuming during the war, she took Liebrich to an orphanage Liebrich and Maria Flood. responsibility and then retiring as the senior enlisted in Frankfurt, where he stayed for about a year, until “I was extremely fortunate to work with great leader of the division in 1991. a farmer and his wife from a village near Fulda took Soldiers throughout my career,” said Retired Gen. “After he retired from active duty, he continued to him in — intending to adopt him — but his mother Dennis Reimer. Reimer, the 33rd Chief of Staff of take care of Fort Carson Soldiers as the superintendent never signed the adoption paperwork. He stayed on the Army, was the division commanding general of (PMCS). He often worked 18-hour days to ensure the farm until his late teen years, when he returned to who selected Liebrich for his final leadership role the training area was prepared to ensure units were Frankfurt to live with his mother’s sister, so he could as a Soldier. trained and ready to deploy, fight and win in Iraq and earn money carrying charcoal to follow his dream “Command Sgt. Maj. Leibrich was one of the Afghanistan during the Global War on Terrorism,” of going to America. finest of that very elite group. He cared deeply about he said. Liebrich told many audiences during his life that all of them and their Families,” Reimer said. “In his “He is one of the greatest examples of a READY those early days on the farm in Germany taught him own words, ‘Taking care of Soldiers and their Families and lethal Ivy Soldier. He took care of Soldiers and what he needed to be a successful leader. His foster was the most important thing I ever did’ — and he families, he trained and prepared both for peacetime parents taught him to do what is right and to always seek did it very well. He was the epitome of the NCO Creed and war. Even in retirement, he never shied away to learn from others. He remembered seeing American that says in part, ‘no one is more professional than from doing PT with Soldiers because in his words ‘they Soldiers marching and riding tanks near his village. I.’ His legacy is the professional Soldiers he left take care of Soldiers (at Fort Carson).’ He recalled chasing them, and the Soldiers giving him behind who had earned the ‘trained by CSM Liebrich’ “That’s all he ever cared about.” C-rations and chocolate. badge of honor.” This is where the idea of coming to America Retired Command Sgt. Maj. Terrance McWilliams, Life lessons in Germany began — he remembered the generosity of those civilian aide to the secretary of the Army for Southwest Liebrich was born in Frankfurt, Germany, where Soldiers, and the lessons from his foster parents Colorado, wrote that Liebrich was a “Soldier’s Soldier his father was assigned as an officer in the German throughout his life. and true mentor for all who knew and served with him. army. Eventually his father was sent to fight but did not See Liebrich’s continued story next week.

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A platoon of Soldiers Sgt. Jacob Conner, the NCOIC Deploy of the quintet. “We have a lot of with 4th Squadron, From Page 7 10th Cavalry commercial tunes and themes from Regiment, 3rd movies. We’re bringing them a Armored Brigade from III Corps called for a highly taste of home.” Combat Team, 4th mobile band that did not require Few things lift the spirits like Infantry Division, amplification. While the entire 4th live music, Salas said. It’s a special marches through Inf. Div. band is highly qualified, interactive experience that makes Denver Jan. 9 in the the Ivy Brass Quintet satisfied every member of the audience feel National Western the requirements. The group has like the performance is just for them. also been performing the longest “Live music is powerful,” Stock Show Parade. hoto y t iane atch under their current configuration he said. “I would hope the music it’s cool to now be a part of it.” so they were best poised to give the provided could distract them for a Stock Gourneau said the platoon was tightest performance. moment from the stress of being in From Page 6 incredibly well-received in the community. “We’re bringing the Soldiers a deployed environment and take “We heard so many people cheering a bit of American culture,” said them back home.” ABCT, Soldiers who marched in the parade and thanking us for our service,” Gourneau recently returned to Fort Carson from a said. “It was bigger than I thought it was nine-month deployment in the U.S. Central going to be, and everyone had a really good The Ivy Brass Command area of operation. time. We were all really happy to be here.” Quintet, a special Sgt. Anthony Solares, a cavalry scout, Earlier this year, according to the performance 4th Sqdn., 10th Cav. Reg., 3rd ABCT, said Antelope Valley Press, a historic re-enactment group of the 4th he grew up just outside of Denver, where he group in California also represented the Infantry Division had seen the National Western Stock Show 10th Cavalry Regiment in the Rose Parade, Band, performs on television and in the news every year. where a group of re-enactors paid homage for attendees at “It feels good; it’s a proud moment to the “Buffalo Soldiers” of the all-African the education to be back after the deployment and American 10th Cavalry Regiment. center Dec. 18 on get to do something like this in my local Currently the 4th Sqdn., 10th Cav. Reg., Fort Carson. community,” Solares said. “I would 3rd ABCT, is the only remaining active unit see this event on TV every year, and from the 10th Cavalry Regiment. hoto y c oert icens

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OCIE authorized to be laundered by the AFSBn laundry facility. Annex A is posted at the Central Issue Facility (CIF) and laundry facility in building 1525. Soldiers are responsible to clean their OCIE prior to turning it in to the CIF. The CIF will not accept OCIE turn in that is not clean or free of dirt and debris regardless of the serviceability criteria. Point of contact for further information is Larry Parks at 524-1888 or email [email protected]. Military Claims Office — is located at 1633 Mekong St., building 6222, and is open Monday- Friday from 9 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m. The office no longer adjudicates Personnel Claims Act (PCA) claims, but can provide general claims assistance. Household goods claimants must report their loss or damage directly to the transpor tation service provider (TSP) by fax or through the Defense Personal Property System at http://www.move.mil within 75 days of delivery. Claims must be sub mitted to the TSP within nine months of delivery for full replacement value. All PCA claims, including household goods, personal vehicle shipment and incident to service loss, are now being adjudicated by the Center for Per sonnel Claims Support at Fort Knox, Kentucky, which can be reached at 502-626-3000. To file a claim, visit http:// www.JAGCNet.army.mil/pclaims. The Fort Carson claims office can be reached at 526-1355. Soldier for Life Transition Assistance Program (SFL-TAP) — The Commander’s Proud Program and a Soldier’s responsibility; the program provides mandated and optional transition services and classes and helps Soldiers make informed career decisions through counseling and employment assistance. SFL-TAP also hosts a variety of hiring events, employer days, resource fairs and industry days with the goal of connecting transitioning service members, veterans and Family members to employment opportunities and of our resources. SFL-TAP is open Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 526-1001/1002 to schedule classes or for additional information. Follow SFL-TAP on Facebook at http://facebook.com/FortCarsonSFLTAP for upcoming events and job postings. Army Field Support Battalion (AFSBn)-Carson • Central issue facility, building 1525 — Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to noon and 12:30- Partners 4 p.m. Last customer is served at 3:30 p.m. • Reparable exchange/directed exchange or turn in — Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to We’re joining SMART Heroes in celebrating their one-year noon and 12:30-4 p.m. on a walk-in basis. For faster turn in service, call 526-3321 for anniversary training transitioning service personnel searching an appointment. for a hands-on trade. • Ammunition Supply Point, building 9370 — Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m. Last issue/turn in to ASP is at 2:30 p.m.; exceptions coordinated on a case-by-case basis. • Subsistence Support Management Office, building 350 — Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to noon and 12:30-4 p.m.; call 526-4086/5195. • Supply Support Activity, building 330 — Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to noon and 12:30- 4 p.m. Last customer served at 3:30 p.m.; call 526-9094. • Installation Property Book Office, building 330 — Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to noon and 12:30-4 p.m.; call 526-5984. • Post Laundry, building 1525 — Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to noon and 12:30-4 p.m. Last customer served at 3:30 p.m.; call 526-8804. • Bulk fuel point — Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to midnight. • Hazardous Material Control Center, building 9246/9248 — Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact administration operations at 526-5349 or the warehouse at 526-2979. Medical Activity Correspondence Department office hours — The Cor respondence (Release of Information) Office in the Patient Administration Division hours are Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except for the second Thursday of the month from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; closed federal holidays. Call 526-0890 for details. Fort Carson Trial Defense Service — is able to help Soldiers 24/7 and is located in building 1042. During duty hours, Soldiers should call 526-4563. The 24-hour phone number is 526-0051.

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Tuesday-Thursday Stack Breakfast: 7:30-9 a.m. 719-772-7000 Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m. Le n m e at Wolf Breakfast: 7:30-9 a.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. veteranscenter.org Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m. rfier Breakfast: 7:30-9 a.m. (Wilderness Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Road) Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m. Visit us at LaRochelle 10th SFG(A) Breakfast: 7:30-9 a.m. 530 Communication Circle, Colo Springs & SFL-TAP, 7366 Mekong St, Fort. Carson Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dinner: Closed Jan. 17, 2020 | MOUNTAINEER 11 Community Carson hosts annual PCMS Christmas bird count r n s ee e volunteer-based bird survey. Each year from Dec. 14 Directorate of Public Works Environmental Division natural to Jan. 5, participants collectively count over 60 resource specialist million birds. Once the PCMS data is compiled it is submitted to the Audubon Society’s online database. Four teams of wildlife biologists headed downrange This data is valuable for understanding the long- on snow-packed roads to conduct the second National term health status of bird populations and for monitoring Audubon Society Christmas Bird Count (CBC) held changes in bird populations over space and time. at Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site (PCMS) Jan. 2. The data also aids biologists in the development of Each team was assigned to one quadrant of the strategies that protect birds and their habitats. 15-mile wide CBC circle situated in the center For PCMS, the data collected can also be used of the installation. The circle covered 24 unique to support the objectives of Fort Carson’s Integrated plant communities and a range of habitats including Natural Resource Management Plan (INRMP), foster short grass prairies, arroyos, steep canyons and partnerships within local communities and demonstrate the pinyon-juniper dotted hillsides. Army’s commitment to protecting natural resources. rs reuen use e rfi nes es e During the course of five hours, the 14 local Drere u rs s n nuerus ns biologists — including eight biologists from the The PCMS bird count n n nn neuer e n Fort Carson Directorate of Public Works (DPW) — According to the Fort Carson INRMP, more than traveled a total of 167 miles by truck and on foot, 240 avian species occur on the installation; however, cavity nest boxes, raptor platforms, owl nest boxes documenting all the birds they encountered within the majority of these species migrate south during the and solar powered wells. The wells provide a reliable their assigned section. The biologists combined their winter. During the 2019 survey, 1,394 individual birds drinking source for many birds. Open pipes are efforts with approximately 55,000 other volunteers were observed, which is significantly higher than the covered with mesh to prevent accidental bird at more than 2,000 locations across the Western 650 birds counted during 2018. This increased count entrapment, and power lines are monitored to ensure hemisphere, including other military installations. may be partially due to better weather conditions that “killer” poles are rapidly mitigated. Founded 120 years ago, the CBC is the oldest and the addition of six biologists to the survey. The biologists conducted additional annual surveys Unlike last year, when juncos and horned larks including summer and winter raptor surveys, spring were the most abundant species, this year the teams acoustic bird monitoring and eyrie (eagle nest) observed a record number (849 to be exact) of monitoring. Golden eagles are protected by the Bald mountain blue birds. In addition to the blue birds, 30 and Golden Eagle Protection Act, and if a nest becomes other species were observed including golden eagles, active, a buffer is placed around the nest until the northern harriers, ferruginous hawks, juncos, horned eaglets fledge. Many other species of birds are protected larks, pine siskins, robins, loggerhead shrikes and under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and the ladder-backed woodpeckers. biologists conduct surveys for active nests prior to the At the conclusion of the survey, prizes were implementation of downrange projects and activities. awarded to the teams that observed the highest number of individual birds, greatest number of Getting involved different species and most unusual species. Participation in the CBC is a way to support the Audubon Society and enjoy a day outdoors with friends, PCMS conservation efforts family and other birders. For more information, contact sn nurs Drere u rs s The PCMS CBC is only one component of bird the Audubon Society to find a circle nearby by visiting eers es ue n ese err e conservation efforts at the maneuver site. In addition https://www.audubon.org/conservation/science/christmas- sn uner rees r rs n nn neuer to the annual CBC, the DPW biologists support avian bird-count or contact Michelle Blake at michelle.r.blake11. e n habitats through the installation and maintenance of [email protected] to join the PCMS 2020 CBC.

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Story and photos by Sgt. Gabrielle Weaver 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs Office, 4th Infantry Division Leaders compete in cohesion exercise Senior enlisted leaders with 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, participated in the brigade’s first senior leader physical training competition Jan. 8. The event focused on building professional relationships throughout the senior enlisted ranks. Perform“The first sergeants across to win the brigade who are executing the physical training event are here to boost morale, team building and friendly competition,” said Command Sgt. Maj. Steven Chandler, senior enlisted leader, 2nd IBCT. Each of the seven battalions provided a team of six senior leaders to participate in the competition. It was the first time senior leaders within the battalions worked to become victorious in a physical competition. “I like the idea that we came together as a brigade,” said 1st Sgt. Brian Deppner, Alpha Troop, 3rd Squadron, 61st Cavalry Regiment, 2nd IBCT. “We got to see everyone else throughout the brigade and know a little more about their personalities.” Many of the stations in the competition included exercises from the new Army Combat Fitness Test, including the deadlift, leg tuck and hand release pushup. “It was really fun,” said 1st Sgt. David Martinez with Headquarters and Headquarters Troop, 3rd Sqdn., 61st Cav. Reg., 2nd IBCT. “A lot of personnel are very competitive so when you make it a team building event and add the competition aspect, it pushes people to perform at a higher level.” The result of the competition resonated a common goal among the Soldiers with 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, prepare challengers: perform to win. err e e een n urn e firs ree senr ense “Even though we are physical training competition. The physical training competition brought senior all on the same team, it leaders across the brigade together to compete and build cohesion. feels good to win,” said Martinez. “It shows you are willing to and are capable of performing at a higher level, which is still expected of senior leaders 1st Sgt. Brian Deppner with Alpha Troop, 3rd Squadron, 61st Cavalry Regiment, 2nd Infantry within an organization. Command Sgt. Maj. Steve Chandler, senior enlisted re e nnr Dsn errs nreese usus urn e firs leader, 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 4th brigadewide senior enlisted physical training competition Jan. 8. Infantry Division, briefs participants about the en n urn e firs ree senior enlisted physical training competition. 14 MOUNTAINEER | Jan. 17, 2020 Pause to honor unwelcome prophet Commentary by Lt. Col. Rick Brunson • A prophet clearly delineates between right After receiving a particularly disturbing call one Chaplain, Garrison Pastoral coordinator and wrong, good and evil night, King got out of bed, walked the floor and • “No prophet is accepted in his hometown” prayed. The young pastor was physically and When I was in college, I had the opportunity to (Luke 2:24) emotionally exhausted and he longed to return to take a course on the life and legacy of Dr. Martin • A prophet is not afraid to live for God or die his peaceful life as a pastor. Luther King Jr. That class changed my life. The for God He told God, “I am at the end of my powers. professor started the course by describing King as a • Prophets feel the pain of others and they offer I have nothing left. I’ve come to the point where I contemporary prophet. He quantified that statement by words of hope and encouragement can’t face it alone.” expounding on the characteristics of a prophet. Space After studying King’s life, I concur that King When he finished praying King heard an angelic does not allow a complete synopsis of prophetic was indeed a contemporary prophet. voice that said, “Stand up for righteousness, stand qualities, but I highlighted I own a compilation of King’s sermons titled, up for truth. God will be at your side forever.” a few of the significant “Strength to Love.” My copy of this book is full At that moment his fears passed; he was ones relating to King. of yellow sticky notes, has dog-eared pages empowered and encouraged, the uncertainty • A prophet has a throughout and has underlined passages, disappeared and he was ready to face anything. distinct calling and stars and handwritten notes in the margins. I Three days later his home was bombed and King mission from God have read and reread these messages over the commented, “I received the word with a strange • Prophets years. One of my favorite sermons in the book sense of calmness.” proclaim a is titled, “Our God is Able.” The content of As we pause to honor and celebrate the works message of truth that sermon exemplifies all the above of King, let us reflect on the words he penned after from God that is prophetic qualities. the explosion on his home. often violently In that message King discussed the contentment “When our days become dreary with rejected of his early years as a young man, a student and low-hovering clouds and our nights become • A prophet is a as a pastor. Everything changed when he stepped darker than a thousand midnights, let us remember champion for into the leadership role of the Civil Rights that there is a great benign power in the universe the poor, the Movement. At that moment, threatening letters, whose name is God, and he is able to make a way oppressed and arrests and imprisonment, and obscene telephone out of no way, and transform dark yesterdays into the helpless calls in the middle of the night became a way a life. bright tomorrows,” King said.

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Voluntary leave transfer — The following Fort Carson serviced employees have Community briefs been approved to receive donated leave Editors note: due to an emergency medical condition: See www.fortcarsonmountaineer.com for the complete list of community briefs. • Christopher D. Carneal, Directorate of Emergency Services (DES) Claims to the estate members of the Reserve and National • Dana D. Carneal, DES Pfc. Zaesean R. Woodhouse — With Guard, honorably separated military • Martin Flores, DES deepest regret to the Family of the veterans, Family members and • Jake Parry, U.S. Army Medical deceased. Anyone having claims against anyone else interested in learning Department Activity-Fort Carson, or indebtedness to his estate should call about teaching or educational support Dugway Proving Ground Chief Warrant Officer 2 Rolando L. positions are encouraged to attend. • Debra K. Garcia, U.S. Army Torres at 719-524-1076. Dinner will be provided. The event will Space Brigade Spc. Kyle A. Lydon — With deepest regret explain the program, Colorado teaching • Diane L. Gilstrap, Directorate of to the Family of the deceased. Anyone licensure requirements and pave the Human Resources (DHR) having claims against or indebtedness way for dialogue with representatives • Jeffrey Morris, U.S. Army Installation to his estate should call 1st Lt. Kevin from local school districts’ hiring Management Command Barrett at 719-524-9253. officials, teacher preparation programs, • Melissa L. Gratton, DHR Pfc. Antonio Q. Valledor — With deepest the Colorado Department of Education • Mary R. Koziol, Directorate of Family regret to the Family of the deceased. and Troops to Teachers alumni. and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Anyone having claims against or Casualty Notification/Assistance (DFMWR) indebtedness to his estate should call Officer training — The 4th Infantry • Michael Rose, DFMWR 1st Lt. Seth Horsley at 712-790-8738. Division and Fort Carson commanding • Roy B. Martinez Jr., IMCOM Staff Sgt. Augustus B. Fletcher — With general has directed all Soldiers, Directorate of Plans, Training, deepest regret to the Family of the sergeant first class through command Mobilization, and Security (DPTMS)/ deceased. Anyone having claims against sergeant major, chief warrant officer range operations or indebtedness to his estate should call 2-5 and officers, captain and above, • Jennifer C. Vallance, U.S. Army Space Capt. Dana Watson at 719-930-7429. to attend Casualty Assistance Officer and Missile Defense Command Pvt. Jonathan Gonzalez — With deepest and Casualty Notification Officer (USASMDC), G6 Policy and regret to the Family of the deceased. Training. The training is held in the Accreditation Branch Anyone having claims against or USO building, 1218, room 203 on • Rhonda L. Welles, USASMDC, Task indebtedness to his estate should a first-come, first-served basis. The Force Eagle, satellite communication opm630b.pdf and provide to his civilian call 1st Lt. William A. Whitaker at class times are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The directorate, wideband division, plans personnel/HR office for annotation. Both 678-206-3791. 2020 training dates are: Feb. 11-13, Any Army appropriated fund civilian forms must then be forwarded to Clinton March 10-12, April 14-16, May 12-14, employee wishing to donate annual leave Moss Jr. of the Fort Carson Civilian Of note June 16-18, July 14-16, Aug. 11-13, to a listed employee, must complete the Personnel Advisory Center (CPAC) by Troops to Teachers seminar — The Sept. 15-17, Oct. 14-16, Nov. 17-19 and OPM Form 630a at http://www.opm. fax at 526-7541 or by email to clinton. Colorado Department of Education Dec. 8-10. Contact Derek Williams, gov/Forms/pdf(underscore)fill/opm630a. [email protected] with the subject will be conducting a free Troops to Casualty Assistance Center operations pdf. If a non-Army appropriated fund line “VLTP.” Call 526-3641 for more Teachers informational seminar and and trainer, for additional training civilian employee from another federal information. Employees experiencing a social networking event Feb. 20 from opportunities. Call 526-5614 or email agency (VA, AF, DOD, Interior, etc.) is medical emergency (personal or Family 5-7:30 p.m. at the Mount Carmel usarmy.carson.imcom-central.list. interested in donating, he must complete member) who will exhaust their leave Veteran Service Center in Colorado [email protected] or derek. the OPM Form 630b at http://www. balances quickly should contact the CPAC Springs. Active-duty personnel, [email protected]. opm.gov/Forms/pdf(underscore)fill/ Management Employee Relations team. Jan. 17, 2020 | MOUNTAINEER 15 At Ease ATTRACTION Colorado Capitol offers tours weekdays The Neoclassical Colorado building is exactly one mile above sea in 1861; at that time the population Capitol building is a prominent part level. The 13th step at the west entrance of the territory was more than of the downtown Denver skyline. It’s a has a marker for the exact mile. 25,000 people. great building to visit and learn about When trappers and a few settlers As the need for a building to Colorado’s history and its legislative first came to what is now Colorado, the house the various state offices was process. It’s open to the public from land was part of the Kansas Territory. determined, Henry Brown, who built 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday, But when gold was discovered in the iconic Brown Palace Hotel in except for federal holidays. Free tours several places in Colorado, the Colorado what is now known as Capitol Hill, are offered from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Territory came into being, with land donated 10 acres for the Capitol. by signing up for a tour at the tour desk carved out of the Kansas, Nebraska, Building the Capitol was on the capitol’s first floor. Reservations Utah and New Mexico territories. a very slow process. Colorado are not necessary except for large After the Colorado Territory was became a state Aug. 1, 1876, groups, but it’s a good idea to show created, a meeting of delegates needed known as the centennial state. up about 20 minutes before a tour to take place and Colorado City, The winning design was chosen starts to get a space. Visitors interested established in 1859, was designated as from 21 submissions and the in a tour should enter the Capitol at the first Capitol of Colorado. Colorado cornerstone was dedicated in the Colfax Avenue entrance. City, now known as Old Colorado City, ceremonies July 4, 1890. It would Stained glass windows in the is on Colorado Springs’ west side. be 22 more years before the building depict important people in When the group met in Colorado City, building was ready. Photo by Nel Lampe Colorado history, including Gen. the delegates were not happy with the Colorado materials were Portraits of all U.S. Presidents hang on William Palmer, founder of Colorado facilities there and after a few days, used in construction. Outer walls are e e rr run n e Springs and Kit Carson. Large murals adjourned. The next meeting was in five-feet thick, made of Colorado Colorado State Capitol. on the walls depict Colorado history. Golden City, now known as Golden. granite. Fort Collins sandstone is the The Colorado Capitol’s dome is It remained in Golden for a few years, foundation. White marble was cut from Travel distance covered in 65 ounces of pure gold leaf before Denver was selected as the the Colorado marble where the Tomb 77 miles mined near Cripple Creek. Capitol. A small amount of gold had of the unknowns was quarried. The The Colorado House and Senate been found at the junction of the South wainscoting is made from rare rose Price Chambers are open to the public from Platte River and Cherry Creek in 1858 onyx from Beulah. Free entry mid-January through mid-May and are and the resulting town at the site was The Capitol has a grand marble on the tour. named Denver City. staircase (77 steps) and the doors are Hours People on the tours will walk 99 According to some accounts, the carved in Corinthian style. There’s a Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. steps to Mr. Brown’s Attic, located log building located in Bancroft Park rotunda through all floors of the building. between the third floor and the dome, in Old Colorado City served as the first Commercial parking lots are in the Contact which showcases Colorado history and Colorado Capitol. Capitol vicinity or use metered parking Capitol Tour desk its construction. The dome provides a As many people were drawn to near the Capitol. Parking spaces on 200 East Colfax Ave. 360-degree view of downtown Denver the Colorado Territory because of the the Capitol grounds are reserved for Denver, CO 80203 and the Rocky Mountains. hope and possibility of finding gold, legislators and office staff. 303 866-2604 The Colorado State Capitol Congress created the Colorado Territory Compiled by Nel Lampe. https://www.colorado.gov

ATTRACTION Activities provide family, adventurous fun The winter months might put limitations on passageways, uneven stairs and rooms with muddy, for families and those who want the ultimate some of the destinations folks can visit. But that’s original floors. This tour offers insight into the history adventure, too. not true for Cave of the Winds Mountain Park. In of the cave and includes folklore, ghost stories and In addition to exploring the cave and taking on fact, it’s open year-round. unexplained phenomena. the rides, visitors can learn about its early history and The park offers several tours and activities visitors There are also above ground adventures such as those explorers who discovered it at the Josephine can take advantage of. The Discovery Tour, which is the Magic Lantern Theatre, which is a new ride taking Snider Nature Center. the most popular for families, is a 45- to 60-minute thrill seekers into a virtual world where they will Pickett’s Mercantile Gift Shop has a variety of guided tour including 15 rooms, a half mile of experience aerial views, speed and excitement. gifts to include shirts, caps, hats, knives, jewelry, concrete walkways and 196 stairs. It’s a good idea Cave patrons can experience the Bat-A-Pult, which books, kids’ stuff and Colorado memorabilia. Food to bring comfortable walking shoes and a light jacket is a 1,200-foot round-trip aerial attraction reaching and beverages are available at the Caver’s Café. on all tours. speeds of nearly 40 mph. For the more adventurous, Since 1881 when guided tours were first offered to There’s also the Lantern Tour, which is a the Terror-dactyl ride launches riders more than 150 the public, Cave of the Winds has become one of the most 90-minute guided tour by candlelight. The guide feet into Williams Canyon at nearly 100 mph. popular attractions in Colorado. So, even during this time will take visitors through dark, narrow tunnels, low Above ground adventure packages are available of year, visitors can enjoy what the park has to offer. Compiled by Eric E. Parris. Three different Travel distance e urs 15 miles are offered at the Price Cave of Tour prices vary, visit https://caveofthewinds. the Winds com for more information on prices and tour unn start times. Military personnel will receive a Park 10-percent discount off their ticket prices. located near Hours nu September to May, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Springs. June to August, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Visitors can also enjoy Contact rus Cave of the Winds Mountain Park above- 100 Cave of the Winds Road run Manitou Springs, CO 80829 enures 719-685-5444 Courtesy photo https://caveofthewinds.com/ 16 MOUNTAINEER | Jan. 17, 2020

save the date for the following events: • Après Adventure is March 9-28. • Full Moon Kids’ Night Out at Bear The springtime train adventure Beyond the gate briefs Creek is Friday, 5:30-9 p.m. Parents allows passengers to see breathtaking Editors note: can enjoy an evening on their own views while they ride and dine. Visit See www.fortcarsonmountaineer.com for the complete list of Beyond the gate briefs. while children spend an evening at https://royalgorgeroute.com/march- Bear Creek for a full moon night hike, apres-adventures/ to book a trip. Citizen Soldier Connection is from 6-9:30 p.m. educational games and activities and a 2020 Manitou Springs Carnivale pairing with the Colorado Springs • Military appreciation week is Sept. 14 campfire. Dinner is provided and is $15 Parade - Rockey’s Middle Earth is Conservatory to offer music classes to Sept. 20 per member child, $20 per nonmember Feb. 22 from 1-2 p.m. on Manitou for the military. The spring 2020 • Boo at the Zoo is Oct. 17 from child. Prepaid registration required. Avenue. This is the 28th annual semester is Jan. 28 to March 17 with 4-8:30 p.m. • Nature Explorers: Tail Tales is Carnivale Parade. The parade will classes going from 7-8:30 p.m. The • Wolf Awareness Week is Oct. 18 to Wednesday, 10-11:30 a.m. and 1-2:30 stage at Memorial Park, 502 Manitou cost is $100. In comparison, a “bridge Oct. 25 p.m. and again Thursday, 10-11:30 Ave. The parade will end at Soda to core” class can cost more than $350 Feb. 1, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Fox Run a.m. Children, ages 4-5 with an adult, Springs Park. Parking will be available per month. For more information Regional Park Gazebo, 2110 Stella will enjoy hands-on activities and a in multiple lots around the city. An and to register, visit https:// Drive in Colorado Springs, will hike. The event is $3 per person and additional free shuttle will run 10 a.m. coloradospringsconservatory.org/ celebrate nature and winter. There prepaid registration required. to 3 p.m. The shuttle will pick up from citizen-soldier/. will be storytelling, guided nature • Family Yoga: Animal Theme is Manitou Springs Middle and High The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo has many walks, dog snow queen and king Jan. 25, 10 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Join School and drop off at Memorial Park events on its calendar, call 719-633- contest, hot dog and marshmallow Omtastic Yoga at Bear Creek Nature from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., then it will pick 9925 or visit https://www.cmzoo.org/ roasting and hot chocolate, crafts Center for a morning of animal yoga. up from Soda Springs Park and drop events for more information. and games, snow science activities and Crafts to follow the one-hour yoga off at the school from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. • Utilitarian basket weaving is Jan. 24 more. The event is $5 per person and class. Minimum age is 4. Children The Colorado Springs Fine Arts at 5:30 p.m. includes snacks and all activities. must be accompanied by a parent, Center at Colorado College, 30 West • Starlight Safari - mom and me is Women’s Mayflower Gulch snowshoe and the event is $5 per participant. Dale Street, has much to offer and Feb. 8 from 6-8:30 p.m. adventure hike is March 1 from 10 Preregistration required. many events on its calendar. The • Sleepover - Valentines Zoo Safari for a.m. to 2 p.m. at Mayflower Gulch in The Royal Gorge Route Railroad hosts museum has a shop and performances, kids is Feb. 14 at 6 p.m. to Feb. 15 Leadville. The scenic hike begins in many themed events aboard its cars. but also has an eatery, which is at 8 a.m. and again Feb. 15 at 6 p.m. a dense evergreen forest, moderately Enjoy a murder mystery train or a fun open for lunch but dinner requires a to Feb. 16 at 8 a.m. climbing until the path gradually opens lunch while you view the sights along its reservation. Military members are • Run to the Shrine is May 16 from 7-11 a.m. up to reveal a peaceful valley encircled by path. Book trips online and view fares offered a discount of $5 entry. For • World Giraffe Day is June 21 from towering jagged peaks. To register, visit and menus at https://royalgorgeroute. more information call 719-634-5581 10:15 a.m. to 2 p.m. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens- com/ or call 719-276-4000. Plan your or visit https://fac.coloradocollege.edu • Moonlight on the Mountain is June 25 mayflower-gulch-snowshoe-adventure- visit early. Don’t miss out. for more information. Other from 6-10 p.m. hike-registration-82860149939. • Spirits through the gorge has trains running events include: • Global Tiger Day is July 29 from Craft Bazaar at Colorado Springs Flea Jan. 19 to Feb. 23 every Sunday at 12:30 • Museum free day is Friday 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Market at 5225 E Platte Ave. is March p.m. Must be 21 to participate in this ride. • “Bridges of Madison County,” Feb. 13 • Tails, Tunes and Tastes is July 30 from 21 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shop for • Only three special Valentine’s train rides at 7:30 p.m. 6-9:30 p.m. handmade and homemade crafts, art, will be available Feb. 14-16. There are • Sunday Salon is Feb. 23 at 4:30 p.m. • World Elephant Day is Aug. 12 at 10 a.m. and so more. Call 719-380-8599 for various options for lunch, dinner, pricing • Silent Sky is April 2 at 7:30 p.m. • Teddy Bear Day is Aug. 15 from 9 a.m. more information. and dates. Visit https://royalgorgeroute. • Men on Boats is at Cornerstone Arts to 4 p.m. Bear Creek Nature Center, 245 Bear com/special-events/valentinesdaytrain/ Center, 825 N. Cascade Ave., April 24 • Tails, Tunes and Tastes is Aug. 27 Creek Road, has some events planned, for more information. at 7:30 p.m.

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Complex offers special days with — Tuesdays from 6-9 p.m., minimum discounts to veterans and women. $3 purchase. Within the gate briefs Veterans pay $5 admission every • “Mommy and Me Bowling” — kids Editors note: Wednesday while females 6 and older receive a free game of bowling and See www.fortcarsonmountaineer.com for the complete list of Within the gate briefs. receive free range time the second there’s $1 co ee specials for mommies Saturday of each month. Call 896-6196 Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon. Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers Colorado or looking for a challenge, there for more information. • Family Day — Get $1 games and $2 (BOSS) program will host a pregame are trips available for all skill levels. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a shoes Wednesday from 1-11 p.m. party at The Hub, 63 Specker Ave., The cost is $55: green (beginner XC) support group for weight loss that Call 526-5542 for more information. building 1532, Feb. 2 from 2 -4 p.m. or blue (intermediate snowshoe); $95: meets Thursdays at Iron Horse Sports Iron Horse Sports and Fitness Center The event is $5 per person and there will black diamond (advanced snowshoe). and Fitness Center. Meetings are held on holds a climbing wall monthly be food, drinks and prizes. Call 524-1163 Call 526-5176 for more information. the second oor in room 209. Weigh-in is challenge. Participants have to climb a for more information. Indoor triathlon is Feb. 29 from 8 a.m. from 5-5:45 p.m. and the meeting is from number of times per month to complete The 2020 Fort Carson National Prayer to 2 p.m. at the Ivy Physical Fitness 6-7 p.m. First meeting is free. Participants the challenge. The event is tallied on an Breakfast is scheduled for Feb. 6 from Center. The events will be a 20-minute must present military identi cation or honor system with participants tracking 7:30-9 a.m. at the William “Bill” Reed walk or run on the treadmill, 20- government identi cation at  tness center and logging their climbing distance. The Special Events Center. The breakfast minute bike event on the spin bike and front desk. Call Debby Beck at 392-8582 challenge is open to DOD identifi cation guest speaker will be Oscar Roan, a a 20-minute swim. The event is $15 for more information. card holders and their Families to include former professional football player with the and preregistration is required. Call Thunder Alley Bowling Center offers the fi rst time climbers and those who are Cleveland Browns. Tickets for the breakfast 526-2706 for more information. following weekly specials: belay certifi ed looking for a climbing are available through unit chaplains. Save the date for War Dog Memorial • Cosmic bowling — Unlimited bowling partner. Certifi cation is quick and easy Grant Library, 1637 Flint St., building Run March 7 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. and $2 shoe rental Friday from 9:30- to obtain. Participants will receive a shirt 1528, will celebrate Black History There are various options for everyone. 11:45 p.m.; $10 per person; and Saturday and free use of climbing gear for the Month Feb. 8 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. The War Dog 5K is $15 per person and from 1-3 p.m.; $8 per person. month. Prizes are awarded to top three For more information, call 526-2842. includes a T-shirt and bib. The War Dog • Color pin — Color pins come up in participants. Call 524-3773 for details. The fi fth annual English Channel Swim 1 Miler is $10 and includes a T-shirt. random spots for di erent awards Subscribe to the DFMWR mailing list to Challenge goes through March 25. Canine companions cost $2 and a Saturday from 8 p.m. until close. Cost is receive emails about upcoming events Twelve weeks and 22 miles for those bandana is included. There will be $15 for bowling and $2 for shoe rental. and activities on post. Visit https://carson. who want to give it a try. Complete the food and drinks for purchase. The event Open to those 18 and older. Get strikes armymwr.com; click on the “Mailing List” laps at Ivy Physical Fitness Center’s is not open to the public. Visit https:// and pick up certain splits for cash. icon and select categories of interest. indoor pool or at the Nelson pool. All carson.armymwr.com/calendar/event/ Sign-up starts at 6 p.m. and games information is subject to change. Contact war-dog-memorial-run/3701135/46154 begin at 8 p.m. 524-2329 for more information. for more information. • Pizza bowl — Get three games of Have an idea for the At Cross-country ski or snowshoe trips begin Army Community Service holds “Boot bowling, two slices of pizza and a soda soon. The fi rst trip is Feb. 8 from 6 a.m. to Camp for New Dads” the fi rst Tuesday for $7 a person Sunday from 6-8 p.m. 6 p.m. Sign up at the Outdoor Recreation of each month from 9 a.m. to noon. The Shoe rental is $2.50. se sen ur Center or call 526-5176 or 526-1993. interactive and engaging class focuses on • Red Pin — Get a strike Tuesday-Friday One additional date will be available: what it means to become a father, how to from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with a red head suesn editor@fort March 28 from 6 a.m.–6 p.m. Explore the care for a baby and how to care for mom. pin and win a free game. Games are Keystone Nordic Area on cross-country Call 526-0461 for more information. $2.25 and shoe rental is $2.75. . skis or snowshoes. Whether new to The Cheyenne Mountain Shooting • 50 cent games, hot dogs and shoes

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Panthers roll

Fort Carson Family member and Harrison High School basketball player Donta Dawson, front, goes in for a layup during high school basketball action Saturday at Harrison High School in Colorado Springs. The Panthers defeated Cañon City High School 62-42 to run its season record to 8-1. The Panthers will next be in action Tuesday when it visits the Classical Academy and Thursday when it plays host to Thomas Jefferson High School (Denver).

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Ivy Physical Fitness Center will host The next Commanding General’s (CG) an Indoor Triathlon Feb. 29 from Golf Scramble is scheduled for Feb. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is designed 7 at Cheyenne Shadows Golf Club. to test people’s ability to run, bike Registration is underway at the golf and swim in one grueling event. The course for the event beginning with a triathlon will consist of a 20-minute shotgun start at noon. The golf course is run or walk on a treadmill; a 20-minute scheduled to hold a CG scramble the first spin event and a 20-minute swim. The Friday of each month, weather permitting. competition is open to anyone with a Call 526-4102 for more information. DOD identification card age 16 and The Fort Carson Outdoor Recreation over. Preregistration is required and Center will tune-up ski and the cost for the event is $15 per person. snowboard equipment for the Call 526-2706 for more information. winter. People simply need to bring The Directorate of Family and Morale, their equipment to the facility and the Welfare and Recreation (DFMWR) outdoor recreation staff will tune it will host the fourth annual Warrior up for action on the mountains. Call Dog Dash at the Ivy Physical Fitness outdoor recreation at 526-5198 for Center March 7. The 5K run is more information. being held in conjunction with K-9 The Fountain-Fort Carson boys’ Veterans Day, an unofficial recognition basketball team’s regular season of military working dogs and their continues Saturday at 1 p.m. when handlers, according to Ivy Physical it travels to Doherty High School Fitness Center officials. People will in Colorado Springs. The two teams Photo Walt Johnson receive a limited-edition shirt and will face off at 6 p.m. The Trojans will Fort Carson Family member and Fountain-Fort Carson High School basketball medal and dogs will receive a special begin a four-game home stand against player, Jason Martinez, right, looks to drive past a Pine Creek High School bandana. It is open to all DOD Coronado, Tuesday; Mountain Vista, player during action Jan. 9 at the high school. Martinez is part of C-squad team identification card holders. Registration Jan. 27; Rampart, Jan. 28; and Liberty, designed to be a developmental group. is $15 for people and $2 per dog. Call Jan. 30 (all games begin at 7 p.m.) to 526-3107 for more information. close out January play. Fort Carson aquatics continues The Mesa Ridge High School boys’ The Mesa Ridge High School girls’ finals begin at 4 p.m. Visit http:// its fifth annual English Channel basketball team’s regular season basketball team’s regular season npcnewsonline.com/schedules/ Swim Challenge. The goal is to continues Thursday when it will continues Thursday when it travels denver-open-3/ for more information. have participants swim 22 miles host the Classical Academy at 7 p.m. to the Classical Academy for a The Fort Carson Outdoor Recreation in 12 weeks over the course of before visiting Cañon City High 7 p.m. contest. The Lady Grizzlies Center will have its next Get on the the event at their own pace. Anyone School Jan. 25 at 3 p.m. The team will will host Cañon City Jan. 25 and Bus: Ski & Snowboard Trip Saturday with a DOD identification card is host the Widefield Gladiators Jan. 29 at Widefield High School Jan. 29 before when it goes to Monarch for a day of eligible, but those under age 12 must be 7:30 p.m. and the Harrison Panthers Jan. traveling to Harrison High School skiing fun. The complex will sponsor a accompanied by a parent or guardian. 31 at 7 p.m. to close out January play. Jan. 31 to close out January play. ski and snowboard trip every Saturday Sign up for the program at the Ivy The Fountain-Fort Carson girls’ The National Physique Committee through March. The schedule until the Physical Fitness Center indoor pool. basketball team’s regular season 2018 Nutrithority Denver Open end of February is as follows: Jan. 25, The challenge will use the honor continues Saturday at 4:30 p.m. when Bodybuilding, Figure, Bikini and Monarch or Copper; Feb. 1, Monarch; system as people will track the number it travels to Doherty High School in Physique championships will be Feb. 8, Monarch or Keystone; Feb. 15, of miles and report them to a lifeguard Colorado Springs. The team will then held in Denver March 8. This will Monarch; Feb. 22, Monarch; and Feb. at the pool. People can register at any host the Coronado Lady Cougars Tuesday be an NPC national qualifier this year, 29, Monarch or Breckenridge. People time at any post aquatic facility but at 5:30 p.m. before going on a two-game according to event organizers. The can sign up at the Outdoor Recreation must complete the challenge by March road trip to Rampart High School, Jan. event takes place at the Expo Event Center or call 526-5176 or 526-1993. 25 at 9:30 p.m. Call 526-4093 for 28, and Liberty High School, Jan. 30, to Center, 1399 35th Ave. in Denver. The trips are scheduled to take place more information. close out play for the month Prejudging begins at 11 a.m. and the from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Stallions nip Grizzlies

Fort Carson Family member and Mesa Ridge High School basketball player Serin Dunne fires a jump shot during high school basketball action against the Sierra Stallions Jan. 9 at Sierra Lady High School in Colorado Springs. The Lady Grizzlies dropped a 51-50 decision to the Lady Stallions.

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