Vol. 72, No. 33 Aug. 22, 2014

Moving forward

Soldiers of Company B, 1st Battalion, 38th Infantry Regiment, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, alternate moving forward in a bounding overwatch during a team live-fi re event, Aug. 13. See Pages 8-9 for story.

Photo by Sgt. William Howard Carson to conduct full-scale crisis exercise Garrison Public Affairs Offi ce time. There will be no road closures Wednesday. to test the installation’s emergency procedures. Signage will mark areas set aside for the In the past, full-scale exercise scenarios have U.S. Army Garrison Fort Carson will simulate training exercise. Drivers may encounter road included chemical accidents, tornadoes, winter an explosion by a vehicle-borne device during a full- detours and should allow for extra travel time as weather, aviation accidents, terrorist attacks and scale exercise on post, Tuesday-Wednesday. they may encounter fi rst responders. People are more. By testing these responses before a real-world This year’s full-scale exercise features a encouraged to steer clear of the area so they don’t event, the installation can work out any issues before simulated vehicle-borne improvised explosive device interfere with the exercise. an actual emergency. detonating near Prussman Chapel. The exercise will test, rehearse and evaluate Post offi cials conduct these exercises to ensure Prussman Boulevard between Barkeley and installation emergency response procedures and Soldiers, Families, civilians, retirees and visitors are Magrath avenues and Porter Street will be closed serve as a training mechanism for all involved, which safe at Fort Carson. Tuesday from 5 a.m. and 3 p.m. Magrath will be down includes most directorates across post. It is an annual Agencies without prior Emergency Management to one lane of traffi c for about one block during this requirement by Installation Management Command coordination will continue normal operations.

Message board INSIDE Gate delays Verifi cation tests on the installation vehicle barriers will be conducted from 7-9 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday. The tests will be conducted Tuesday for Gate 5, Wednesday for Gate 4 and Thursday for Gate 20. Times are approximate. Community members should plan to use other Page 27 gates during these times. Pages 20-21 Page 12 2 MOUNTAINEER — Aug. 22, 2014

MOUNTAINEER Women’s Equality Day Commanding General: Maj. Gen. Paul J. LaCamera

Garrison Commander: Col. Joel D. Hamilton Women serve vital role in Army since 1775 Fort Carson Public Affairs Offi cer: Dee McNutt By Commanding General barriers. More Maj. Gen. Paul J. LaCamera opportunities to serve Chief, Print and Web Communications: 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson are opening to women, Rick Emert including 33,000 positions Editor: Devin Fisher Strength and Respect. previously held by men

Staff writer: Crystal Ross Forty-three years ago the U.S. Congress declared Aug. and the announcement of 26 as Women’s Equality Day to commemorate the passage Special Operations aviation Happenings : Nel Lampe of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, giving women positions opening. S p o r t s w ri te r : Walt Johnson the right to vote. As we celebrate women’s efforts in As we celebrate the securing their rights, we must also pay tribute to women contributions of women, L a yo u t / g ra p h i c s : Jeanne Mazerall for their contributions to the U.S. Army. we must also honor the From 1775 to today, women have served a vital role in mothers, wives, sisters This commercial enterprise newspaper the U.S. Army. Ever since Mary Ludwig Hays McCauley and daughters who have is an authorized publication for members of (“Molly Pitcher”) replaced her husband when he collapsed faithfully supported the Department of Defense. Contents of the at his cannon, women have continually proven that the American Soldiers Mountaineer are not necessarily the offi cial view of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government or heart of a warrior is not exclusive to men. throughout history and continue to do so today. Without the Department of the Army. Printed circulation During the American Revolution women nursed the ill and those of you at home we would not be able to continue to is 8,000 copies. wounded, laundered and mended clothing and cooked for the fi ght. Thank you for your service and sacrifi ce. The editorial content of the Mountaineer troops in camp. Since then, women have gone from assisting I encourage all members of the Joint Task Force Carson is the respon sibility of the Public Affairs Offi ce, their husbands in battle or dressing as men to fi ght as Soldiers community to appreciate the role women play in our Army Fort Carson, Colo., Tel.: 526-4144. The e-mail address is [email protected]. to being members of the Army Nurse Corps (1901), Women’s and in our nation and recognize that in many parts of the The Mountaineer is posted online at Auxiliary Corps (1942) and Women’s Army Corps (1943). world, full equality for women does not exist. http://www.fortcarsonmountaineer.com. Women, such as Dr. Mary Walker, the only woman to earn a Thank you for your strength, honor and pride. Thank The Mountaineer is an unoffi cial Medal of Honor, assisted the Army in any capacity they could. you for your sacrifi ces in the name of freedom and publication authorized by AR 360-1. The Their service has contributed to our Army’s rich history. defending the rights of others. Your accomplishments are Mountaineer is printed by Colorado Springs Military Newspaper Group, a private fi rm in Today, women are an invaluable and essential part of our a tribute to the diversity of American society and to our no way connected with the Department of the Army. Currently, women serve in 95 percent of all Army continuing commitment to the ideals of equality and freedom. Army, under exclusive written contract with occupations and make up about 15.7 percent of the active Steadfast and Loyal. Fort Carson. It is published 49 times per year. Army. Women also serve as civilian employees, The appearance of advertising in this administrators, analysts, managers, scientists and technicians. publication, including inserts or supplements, The 4th Infantry Division Equal Opportunity Team presents a does not constitute endorsement by the They are doctors, pilots, mechanics, military police offi cers Women’s Equality Day observance Tuesday from Department of the Army or Colorado Springs and engineers. Today’s Soldiers and Army civilians stand 3:30-4:40 p.m. at the Elkhorn Conference Center. Military Newspaper Group, of the products or on the shoulders of their predecessors and continue to break services advertised. The publisher reserves the right to reject advertisements. Everything advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affi liation or any other nonmerit factor of the purchaser, user or Carson will hit the big 60 Wednesday patron. If a violation or rejection of this equal opportunity policy by an advertiser Commentary by Crystal Ross time reportedly didn’t know why that date was chosen, is confi rmed, the printer shall refuse to print Mountaineer staff other than that it was the beginning of the fi scal year. advertising from that source until the violation is Regardless, I’m still celebrating on Wednesday. corrected. For display advertising call 634-5905. I like milestones. I like to celebrate birthdays and According to local media stories from 1954, ground All correspondence or queries regarding anniversaries. I like to have an excuse to focus for an had been broken for Camp Carson a month after the advertising and subscriptions should be directed to Colorado Springs Military Newspaper Group, entire day on celebrating someone or something. Therefore, Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. Twelve years and three 31 E. Platte Avenue, Suite 300, Colorado I couldn’t let Fort Carson’s 60th birthday go by without months later, the order for permanent status was sent Springs, CO 80903, phone 634-5905. recognizing it. down from 5th Army Headquarters, then in Chicago. The Mountaineer’s editorial content is You may be thinking, “Wait a minute. Carson’s been At the time, Carson covered approximately 65,000 acres; edited, prepared and provided by the Public around a lot longer than just 60 years. It was here during today the post proper boasts 137,000 acres with another Affairs Offi ce, building 1218, room 320, Fort World War II. It held POWs even.” Carson, CO 80913-5119, phone 526-4144. 236,000 acres at Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site. Releases from outside sources are so We’re both right. You see, that wasn’t Fort Carson. That The local press reported that more than 25,000 military indicated. The deadline for submissions to the was Camp Carson. The Army sent word on Aug. 27, 1954, personnel and nearly 2,000 civilian employees were Mountaineer is close of business Friday the that Camp Carson was to become a permanent installation, assigned to Carson in August 1954. Today, Fort Carson has week before the next issue is published. The a designation it didn’t have to that point. The designation Mountaineer staff reserves the right to edit was made retroactive to July 1, 1954. Carson offi cials at the See Big 60 on page 4 submissions for newspaper style, clarity and typographical errors. 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Display / Classifi ed The dedication of past men and to protect this country, continue my advertising women who have committed father’s legacy and that of the fallen 634-5905 themselves to the 4th Infantry Soldiers who served before him. Division, and to protect and defend My goals are continuing my Mountaineer editor this country by accomplishing the education and becoming a strong 526 -4144 mission is what makes me Iron leader. Horse Strong. My father, retired Sgt. 1st Class To me, serving my country Mer’chant Thompson, who served Post information means protecting the freedom and 24 years as an infantryman and the 526-5811 the Constitution of the United States support of my mother have had of America and my Family. the biggest infl uence on me. Their Post weather hotline I continue to serve because I want support helps me to become strong. 526-0096 Aug. 22, 2014 — MOUNTAINEER 3

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Big 60 35th Quartermaster (Pack) Company. Turn back the clock Civic leaders at the time of the From page 2 permanent post designation were reported 1954 average costs I The United States’ fi rst nuclear to be “jubilant” about the decision. I New house: $10,250 powered submarine 26,000 active-duty military members, “It is a great thing and it makes the I Gallon of gas: 22 cents is commissioned 42,000 Family members and 6,300 economic stability of our city a little I New car: $1,700 I Swanson introduces TV dinners civilian employees and supports more fi rm,” said then-Colorado Springs I Monthly rent: $85 I First mass vaccination of children 47,000 local retirees. Mayor Harry Blunt. I Movie ticket: 70 cents against polio begins In 1954, Camp Carson U.S. Army He wasn’t wrong, as today Fort I Life magazine: 20 cents I First organ transplants are Hospital had treated more than 60,000 Carson reports it makes a $2.2 billion conducted in Boston and Paris patients since it opened in 1942, local per year impact to the local area. Also in 1954 I Boeing 707 takes its maiden fl ight media reported at the time. Today, Personally, I liked 1954’s Manitou I U.S. Supreme Court rules in I “The Tonight Show” fi rst aired Evans Army Community Hospital’s Springs Mayor Mabel Willie’s comments: Brown v. Board of Education, on NBC website says it supports 3,500 outpatient “The military personnel who are stating segregation in public I Marilyn Monroe marries Joe visits, 41 inpatients, six births, there now and who will come in the schools is unconstitutional DeMaggio 137 emergency room visits and 21 future are destined to revel in the western I Ellis Island in New York closes I First issue of Sports Illustrated operating room cases and fi lls 2,806 hospitality they’ll fi nd in this region. We as a point of immigration is published prescriptions per day. welcome the announcement with open I Sen. Joseph McCarthy is In August 1954, Camp Carson was hearts, and we feel certain the Soldiers formally censured by the Popular fi lms: “White Christmas,” home to the 8th Infantry Division, a will enjoy our wonderful climate and U.S. Senate “The Caine Mutiny,” “On the combat-ready tactical unit, the Mountain beautiful scenic country.” I Roger Bannister runs the mile Waterfront” and Cold Weather Training Command, As I look out my window at in under four minutes, the fi rst Poplar books: “Lord of the Flies,” the 68th Engineer Group, the 40th Field Cheyenne Mountain, Pikes Peak and the person to do so “Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship Artillery Group, the Army Dog Training Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun, I think I President Dwight D. Eisenhower of the Ring” and “The Two Towers” Center (the only one of its kind in the she was right. If I’m going to work at an signs the new Social Security Popular music: “Rock Around United States at the time) and the Army’s Army post, I’m pretty glad it’s this one. bill into law the Clock” last two remaining mule units, the 4th Happy birthday, Fort Carson, and Field Artillery (Pack) Battalion and the many happy returns.

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Allyn to Army vice chief Milley takes FORSCOM colors By Jim Hinnant U.S. Army Forces Command Public Affairs Office

FORT BRAGG, N.C. — Gen. Mark A. Milley took charge of the Army’s largest command Aug. 15, as his predecessor, Gen. Daniel B. Allyn, relinquished the U.S. Army Forces Command colors and departed for duty in Washington, D.C., to be the 35th vice chief of staff of the Army. By accepting the colors bearing the distinctive blue, white and red disk that makes up the FORSCOM insignia from Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, Milley became the command’s 21st commanding general. FORSCOM, which prepares conventional forces to provide a sustained flow of trained and ready land power to combatant commanders in defense of the nation at home and abroad, has direct authority over continental U.S.-based conventional units of the active Army and training and readiness oversight of much of Army Reserve and Army National Guard. “Since World War II, FORSCOM has been at the forefront of ensuring our Soldiers, leaders and units were ready when needed; and today, this responsibility is no

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Gen. Mark A. Milley, right, passes the U.S. Army Forces Command colors to FORSCOM Command Sgt. Maj. Scott C. Schroeder during an Aug. 15 change of command ceremony at Fort Bragg, N.C. Gen. Daniel B. Allyn, center, who relinquished command of FORSCOM, was installed as Army’s 35th vice chief of staff by Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond T. Odierno prior to the change of command ceremony. Photo by Kim Waldron 6 MOUNTAINEER — Aug. 22, 2014

The firing detail fires volleys in honor of Staff Sgt. Benjamin G. Prange and Pfc. Keith M. Williams during a memorial ceremony Aug. 15 at Provider Chapel. Photos by Sgt. Eric Glassey Carson honors fallen heroes Staff Sgt. Pfc. Keith M. Williams Benjamin G. Prange Dec. 18, 1994 – July 24, 2014 April 27, 1984 – July 24, 2014 Pfc. Keith M. Williams was born Staff Sgt. Benjamin G. Prange Dec. 18, 1994, in Visalia, Calif. He was born April 27, 1984, in Lincoln, enlisted in the Army as an infantryman in Neb. He enlisted in the Army as an August 2013 and attended Basic Training infantryman in January 2007 and and Advanced Individual Training at Fort attended Basic Training and Advanced Benning, Ga. He was assigned to 2nd Individual Training at Fort Benning, Ga. Platoon, Company D, 1st Battalion, 12th He was assigned to Company A, Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Brigade 4th Brigade Special Troops Battalion, Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, 4th Infantry Brigade Combat and deployed to Afghanistan in March Team, 4th infantry Division, and as an M249 squad automatic weapon deployed to Afghanistan in support gunner and driver. of Operation Enduring Freedom. In His awards and decorations include June 2013, Prange was reassigned the Bronze Star Medal, Purple Heart, to 2nd Platoon, Company D, 1st A memorial display welcomes attendees to a memorial ceremony in honor of Staff Sgt. Benjamin Army Commendation Medal, Army Battalion, 12th Infantry Regiment, G. Prange, left, and Pfc. Keith M. Williams, Aug. 15 at Provider Chapel. Good Conduct Medal, National Defense 4th IBCT, and deployed in March to Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Afghanistan as a heavy weapons section leader. Medal, NCO Professional Development Ribbon, Medal with bronze service star, Global War on Terrorism His awards and decorations include the Bronze Overseas Service Ribbon with numeral two, NATO Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Star Medal, Purple Heart, Meritorious Service Medal and the Combat Infantryman Badge. Ribbon, NATO Medal and the Combat Infantryman Badge. Medal, Army Commendation Medal with four Prange was preceded in death by his parents, Williams is survived by his father, Frankie Williams; oak leaf clusters, Army Achievement Medal, Good Richard L. Barrett and Deborah D. Prange. He is stepmother, Tara Williams; mother, Debbie Tuttle; Conduct Medal with two knots, National Defense survived by his wife, Elizabeth Prange; sons, Corbin stepfather, Mike Tuttle; sisters, Chelsea Sestini and Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal with and Dillon; grandparents, Kent and Carolyn Prange; Samantha Williams; stepsisters, Maggie Boles and Alicia campaign star, Global War on Terrorism Service brother, Michael Prange; and sister, Annette Owens. Shabazian; and stepbrother, Nicholas Boles.

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Pvt. Jacob Shipton, infantryman, Company Left: Pvt. Kristian B, 1st Battalion, 38th Infantry Regiment, Rivera, infantry team 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 4th leader, Company B, 1st Infantry Division, prepares to conduct a Battalion, 38th Infantry blank ammunition run of the lane during Regiment, 1st Stryker the team live-fi re event, Aug. 13. Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, shouts commands to his team from cover during the team live-fi re event, Aug. 13.

Right: Lt. Col. Andrew Saslav, right, commander, 1st Battalion, 38th Infantry Regiment, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, shares his knowledge of infantry command with new Soldiers of Company B during the team live-fi re event, Aug. 13.

Story and photos by 38th Infantry Regiment, 1st training) they are supervised by their Company B, 1st Bn., 38th Inf. Reg. takes the greatest leadership leap of specialist, corporal or sergeant. Shoot, move, communicate Sgt. William Howard Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 4th squad, platoon and company leader- “I’ve never done anything like any position in the Army.” “Privates are fi lling the role 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Infantry Division, Soldiers from ship in order to ensure safety and that before, but after every iteration Pvt. Tylor Swanson, infantryman, of team leader,” said Capt. Allen Team Public Affairs Offi ce, training on individual tasks to that they learn the best practices.” we improved signifi cantly.” Company B, 1st Bn., 38th Inf. Reg., Jenkins, commander, Company B, 4th Infantry Division validating the safety and lethality Teams of four Soldiers were Lt. Col. Andrew Saslav, stepped up as a fi rst-time team leader. 1st Bn., 38th Inf. Reg. “I couldn’t be Soldiers get of each team leader and the required to react to contact, use commander, 1st Bn., 38th Inf. Reg., said “The biggest challenge was more proud and it says a lot about A young infantry Soldier, acting Soldiers under their command. appropriate cover, maneuver to he wanted to prepare the most funda- directing my men and thinking ahead the future of our formation.” as a team leader, leapt down behind a “The purpose of this event is the enemy, give a quick situational mental leader in the Army by sharing of what steps I needed to take in order to Each team was required to prove damaged old car and shouted, “Right to gauge the progress of our teams report, treat a casualty and safely his knowledge with new Soldiers with complete the objective,” Swanson said. its competency with blank and live chance as side, bound up,” while providing cover and evaluate their profi ciency,” said break contact from a superior force no history of infantry command. A majority of the formation con- ammunition in the lane. fi re during a live-fi re event, Aug. 13. 2nd Lt. Langston Clarke, platoon in the 200-meter lane. “He was a rifl eman and then we sists of Soldiers straight out of basic “Shooting, moving and commu- The event marked the transition leader, Company B, 1st Bn., 38th Inf. “It was defi nitely tiring,” said put him in charge of three people,” training who performed in a position nicating with live ammunition is what team leaders for Company B, 1st Battalion, Reg. “When a team conducts (this Pvt. Kirk Tennyson, infantryman, said Saslav. “The fi re team leader usually reserved for an experienced we do professionally,” said Clarke.

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Philip Brennan, brigade communications chief, 4th IBCT. “He is our subject all been gone in an instant.” matter expert when it comes to tactical communi cations. He’s our hub in the brigade, fi lling a slot of a senior — Sgt. Andrew Mahoney member as a young NCO, because of his very advanced skill as a communicator.” Brennan said Mahoney didn’t become a master of his trade overnight. my arm, my shoulder and all up the back of my legs, an instant,” Mahoney said. “I wasn’t uptight before, “He has made himself smart on a lot of communi- but my body armor worked, I’ll tell you that much. but I am just less so now. cations systems. He’s a qualifi ed digital master gunner, “The fi rst thing I did is I looked down at my arm “Since those guys didn’t get to walk away from which is very important in the signal (communications) and it was all jacked up. It was a mess. that incident the way we did, I live every day as (an) world. It allows you to become masters of local area He looked up and saw Mingus on the other side homage to them.” networks in tactical environments and to cross-level of the street and rushed himself and his commander Mahoney married his wife, Melanie, as he was that knowledge over to other systems and to train the behind cover. Mingus then helped tie a tourniquet to recovering from his wounds in a hospital in San Antonio. upcoming generation of Army communicators.” Mahoney’s arm. They had dated for three years up to that point and both Mahoney served on personal security details Mahoney said he didn’t see Groberg until U.S. said they knew they loved each other and saw it fi t to his fi rst two deployments, protecting the brigade medical personnel were evacuating them out of the tie the knot. They now live in Fountain with their two commanders and command sergeants major when they area by helicopter to a higher echelon of care. children, Corbin, 4, and Brooklynne, 2. traveled. One day, while on his second deployment Refl ecting on the incident, Mahoney can’t fully Brennan explained that in the early spring of next in Regional Command-East, Afghanistan, he and his explain how exactly he and Groberg walked away from it. year, Mahoney will have a permanent change of duty PSD team were escorting then brigade commander “The only thing that we can conclude is that the station and will be assigned to the NCO academy in Col. James Mingus, Command Sgt. Maj. Kevin J. blast went more into the ground than it did into us, but Grafenwoer, Germany, where he will pass along his Griffi n and others to a security meeting in Asadabad, we don’t know.” communication knowledge to the next generation of Afghanistan. They suddenly found themselves in an The second suicide bomber detonated right after signal NCOs. attack coordinated by two suicide bombers. Mahoney the fi rst one, which did considerable damage to the “Mahoney has been gone a lot in the last seven and his platoon leader at the time, then 1st Lt. Florent group, Mahoney said. years, and we just want him to have some time with Groberg, reacted quickly to the attack. “We lost four people that day,” he said. “We just his Family and to take a knee. We thought this assign- “It was like an eight second window of when we passed the two year anniversary Aug. 8.” ment in Germany would be perfect for him to do that realized what was happening,” Mahoney said. “As soon Command Sgt. Maj. Griffi n, Maj. Thomas E. and to pass along his knowledge as a communications as we rounded a corner (the suicide bombers) came Kennedy, Air Force Maj. Walter D. Gray and Ragaei professional,” Brennan said. out. We didn’t have time to process a thought, it just Abdelfattah, a representative of the U.S. Agency for Brennan has known Mahoney for less than a year, happened and we reacted.” International Development, all died that day. but immediately saw his value. When petitioned to put Mahoney and Groberg proceeded to tackle one of Mahoney was awarded a Purple Heart for wounds him in as a candidate for the USO Soldier of the Year, the suicide bombers and in the process the explosives sustained and a Silver Star for putting his life on the Brennan immediately got the paperwork turned in and strapped to the assailant detonated. line that day. More importantly, Mahoney brought away Mahoney was nominated. He will receive the USO award “If I lost consciousness it was only for a brief life lessons from the scene that continue to shape the in October. “He’s got a dedication to serve, a dedication moment because he exploded, things were fuzzy for way he lives daily life. to his craft, and he’s a very humble young man,” Brennan just a second or two, and the next thing I knew I was “I would say personally, more than professionally, said. “He totally deserves this award. He has learned a standing almost in the same spot, just in a cloud of dust,” I value living life every day, and I don’t sweat about lot and still has a lot to learn as an NCO, but whatever said Mahoney. “I had some pretty bad fl esh wounds on the small stuff because it could have all been gone in path he chooses, I have no doubt that he’ll do it well.”

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Spc. Ahmed El Said, indirect fi re infantryman, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 38th Infantry Regiment, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, waits for the command to fi re during plotting board verifi cation, Aug. 12.

Soldiers of Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 38th Infantry Regiment, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, work as a team to fi re a mortar round during plotting board verifi cation, Aug .12. Mortar men go back to basics Story and photos by Sgt. William Howard 38th Inf. Reg. “We’re manually entering data from fi res the round. The squad leader supervises the whole 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs the forward observers and calculating the mission process which can happen in a matter of seconds. Offi ce, 4th Infantry Division at the fi re direction center before sending it to the “The squad leader is in charge of making sure all fi ring line.” of the data is correct on the gun, the safety protocols Mortar teams launched rounds downrange to hit The unit ractivated in March and the collective are done every time that we fi re, rounds are prepped their targets using fundamental, non-digital aiming training marks the fi rst live-fi re event for the new M224 correctly and the correct charge is used,” said Staff methods during training on Fort Carson, Aug. 12. 60 mm mortar and M252 81 mm mortar teams. Sgt. Jared Pusateri, mortar squad leader, HHC, 1st Mortar men of 1st Battalion, 38th Infantry “We’re all new squads so we’re getting used to each Bn., 38th Inf. Reg. “Pretty much overall safety and Regiment, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 4th other and learning to trust each member of the squad,” ensuring that the rounds go down range correctly.” Infantry Division, practiced translating data for fi re said Spc. Nicholas Orhman, indirect fi re infantryman, The mortar teams united under the experience of support missions at the most fundamental level during HHC, 1st Bn., 38th Inf. Reg. “You learn to work through their leadership and demonstrated their understanding the plotting board verifi cation. communication and build chemistry.” of the fundamentals with each mortar round fi red. “The plotting board verifi cation is a basic method The mortar teams consist of an ammunition bearer “I really enjoy leading and showing Soldiers of aiming without using digital applications,” said Sgt. who prepares and distributes the mortar round, gunner what I’ve learned in combat and in garrison,” 1st Class Ricardo Masga, mortar platoon sergeant, who aims where the round will hit and an assistant said Pusateri. “The guys I have now were trained well Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Bn., gunner who assists with moving the mortar tube and and they’re profi cient at their job.”

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“Hands-on training gives 573rd MCT takes to skies By 2nd Lt. Austin Moore is the hope of every training event that a commander 573rd Movement Control Team, plans for his Soldiers.” (Soldiers) 43rd Special Troops Battalion, Lt. Col. Chesley Thigpen, commander, 43rd STB, wants 43rd Sustainment Brigade, 4th Infantry Division his battalion’s Soldiers to be trained and ready. confi dence in “We owe it to our Soldiers to train in an environment as Amid the fl ying debris from the rotor wash of a UH-60 close as possible to what they may face in combat and other their own Black Hawk helicopter, a fl ight medic assessed two casual- real-world situations,” said Thigpen. “Hands-on training gives ties awaiting evacuation during a training event to simulate (Soldiers) confi dence in their own abilities and the ability of abilities and a vehicle explosion at an entry control point, July 31. their team to accomplish any mission. The experience they Pvts. Alexus Powell and William Mills, 573rd Movement gain from this type of training is irreplaceable.” the ability of Control Team, 43rd Special Troops Battalion, 43rd Sustainment After learning she was going to be hoisted, Powell said Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, sustained virtual injuries in she was terrifi ed. their team to the vehicle-borne improvised explosive device attack training, “I had never even been on a helicopter, let alone hoisted which was held to prepare the 573rd MCT for deployment. into one,” she said. After assessing the casualties, the medic deemed it Mills agreed. accomplish any necessary to hoist them out of the danger area. To the two “We were scared to death; we actually said a prayer,” Soldiers with the simulated injuries, the medic’s determination Mills said. “Even on the way up, I was still scared. Looking mission. The meant they were going to be strapped into a seat that resembles back on it, I thought it was awesome.” an inverted T and raised 30 feet into the air, underneath a Powell described the experience as breathtaking. experience they hovering helicopter piloted by an aircrew from Company Even after their initial fear, both Soldiers said they C, 2nd General Support Aviation Battalion, 4th Aviation enjoyed the training. gain from this Regiment, 4th Combat Aviation Brigade, 4th Inf. Div. “I would do it again in a heartbeat,” Powell said. The exercise served as the culminating training event At the end of the training day, Thigpen thanked the 4th type of training for the 573rd MCT after weeks of training on assessing and CAB crew for supporting the exercise by presenting them treating casualties, nine-line medevac reporting and entry with his battalion’s coin. is irreplaceable.” control point operations. “Getting to train with another unit on post was a “I am very proud of the hard work that the offi cers, great experience, not only for providing us with realistic — Lt. Col. Chesley Thigpen noncommissioned offi cers and Soldiers put forth to plan, training, but for showing our Soldiers the cohesiveness coordinate and execute the training,” said Capt. Daniel King, of the family of units on Fort Carson,” said 2nd Lt. Grant commander, 573rd MCT. “I think this successful outcome Hardy, 573rd MCT.

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Miscellaneous Self-help weed control program — Department of Fort Carson dining facilities hours of operation Defense regulations require training for people DFAC Friday Saturday-Sunday Monday-Thursday applying pesticides on military installations. Units Stack Breakfast: 7-9 a.m. Breakfast: 7-9 a.m. Breakfast: 7-9 a.m. interested in participating in the Directorate of Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Public Works Self-help Weed Control Program must Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m. Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m. Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m. send Soldiers for training on the proper handling, Wolf Breakfast: 6:45-9 a.m. Closed Breakfast: 6:45-9 a.m. transportation and application of herbicides. Once Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. individuals are properly trained by the DPW Dinner: Closed Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m. base operations and maintenance contractor, Fort Warfighter Breakfast: 7-9 a.m. Closed Breakfast: 7-9 a.m. Carson Support Services, Soldiers can be issued the (Wilderness Road Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. appropriate products and equipment so units can Complex) Dinner: Closed Dinner: Closed treat weeds in rocked areas around the unit. Weed control self-help training sessions for Soldiers are LaRochelle Closed Closed Breakfast: 7-9 a.m. available the first and third Monday of the month 10th SFG(A) Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. through September from 11 a.m. to noon, in building Dinner: Closed 3711. Each unit may send up to five people for training. Soldiers need to call FCSS at 492-0166 to set 526-6670 or email [email protected]. the first and third Tuesday of each month at noon up an appointment to pick up weed control products • Motor pool sludge removal/disposal — Call Dennis at the education center, building 1117, room 120. and sprayers. Call 492-0166 for more information Frost at 526-6997 or email [email protected]. Call University of Colorado-Colorado Springs Army about the DPW Self-help Weed Control Program. • Self-help/troop construction — Call Tony Haag ROTC at 262-3475 for more information. Command Evaluation and Training Team — COMET at 526-2859 or e-mail anthony.d.haag.civ@mail. provides commanders at all levels with a responsive mil. Use this number to obtain self-help tools Hours of Operation maintenance and supply assessment and training tool and equipment or a motorized sweeper. Logistics Readiness Center Supply and Services that improves the combat effectiveness, readiness and • Base operations contracting officer representative • Central issue facility, building 1525 — Monday- efficiency of their units’ logistical programs. The team — Call Terry Hagen at 526-9262 or email Friday, 7:30 a.m. to noon and 12:30-4 p.m. Last identifies supply and maintenance weaknesses and [email protected] for questions on snow customer served at 3:30 p.m. problems and provides individual and unit reinforce- removal, grounds maintenance and contractor • Reparable exchange/directed exchange or turn-in ment training based on assessments. Results remain response to service orders. — Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to noon and 12:30- confidential for the unit commander only. COMET • Portable latrines — Contact Jerald Just at 524-0786 4 p.m. on a walk-in basis. For faster turn-in service, provides assistance in the majority of maintenance or [email protected] to request, for service call 526-3321 for an appointment. and supply management areas with one-on-one or to report damaged or overturned latrines. • Ammunition supply point, building 9370 — training and by conducting follow-up visits. Contact • Signs — Call Jim Diorio, Fort Carson Support Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m. Last Tim Howarth at 503-3095 or thomas.howarth3.ctr@ Services, at 896-0797 or 524-2924 or email issue/turn-in to ASP is at 2:30 p.m.; exceptions mail.mil for information. [email protected] to request a facility, parking or coordinated on case-by-case basis. First Sergeants’ Barracks Program 2020 — is regulatory traffic sign. • Subsistence Support Management Office, building located in building 1454 on Nelson Blvd. The hours The Fort Carson Trial Defense Service office — is able 350 — Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to noon and of operation are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday. The to help Soldiers 24/7 and is located in building 2354. 12:30-4 p.m.; call 526-4086/5195. office assists Soldiers with room assignments and During duty hours, Soldiers should call 526-4563. • Post Supply Support Activity, building 330 — terminations. Call 526-9707 for more information. The 24-hour phone number for after hours, holidays Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to noon and 12:30-4 p.m. Sergeant Audie Murphy Club — The Fort Carson and weekends is 526-0051. Last customer served at 3:30 p.m.; call 526-9094 Sergeant Audie Murphy Club meets the second • Installation Property Book Office, building 330 Tuesday of each month from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 Briefings — Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to noon and 12:30- p.m. at the Stack Dining Facility, building 2330. 75th Ranger Regiment briefings — are held Tuesdays 4 p.m.; call 526-5984. The club is named after Audie Leon Murphy, the in building 1218, room 314, from noon to 1 p.m. • Post Laundry, building 310 — Monday-Friday, most highly-decorated Soldier in American history. Soldiers must be private to sergeant first class with a 7:30 a.m. to noon and 12:30-4 p.m. Last customer To be a member, a Soldier must be recognized as minimum General Technical Score of 105; be a U.S. served at 3:30 p.m.; call 526-8803. an NCO of the highest quality, demonstrating both citizen; score 240 or higher on the Army Physical • Bulk fuel point — Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. leadership and performance. Armywide, SAMC Fitness Test; and pass a Ranger physical. Call 524- to midnight. membership is between 1 and 2 percent. Contact 2691 or visit http://www.goarmy.com/ranger.html. • Hazardous Material Control Center, building SAMC president Sgt. 1st Class Gilbert Guzman Jr. Casualty Notification/Assistance Officer training — 400/406 — Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 526-3576 or email [email protected]. The 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson command- Contact administration operations at 526-5349 or Physical Exam Clinic — is located in building 1056 ing general has directed all Soldiers, sergeant first the warehouse at 526-2979. and performs physicals for Soldiers assigned to Fort class through command sergeant major, chief warrant Education Center hours of operation — The Mountain Carson and surrounding bases without a primary officer 2-5 and officers, captain and above, must Post Training and Education Center, building 1117, care manager. Physicals, except flight physicals, attend Casualty Assistance Officer and Casualty 526-2124, hours are as follows: are available by appointment from 7:30 a.m. to Notification Officer Training. The three-day training • Counselor Support Center — Monday-Thursday 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, except federal holidays. course is held monthly at Veterans Chapel. Soldiers 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Physical packets can be obtained at the clinic or must register through their school noncommis- • Army Learning Center — Monday-Friday online at http://www.evans.amedd.army.mil/srp/ sioned officer for attendance of this training. The 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. srpc(underscore)pe.html. Visit building 1056 or call next classes are Sept. 16-18 and Oct. 14-16. Call • Defense Activity for Nontraditional Educa tion 526-7170 for more information. 526-4551 for more information. Support and Army Personnel Testing — Monday- Directorate of Public Works services — DPW is Retirement briefings — are available at http://www.carson. Friday 7:30-11:30 a.m. and 12:30-4:30 p.m. responsible for a wide variety of services on Fort army.mil/dhr/DHR/MPD/PPB/RetirementServices. Medical Activity Correspondence Department Carson. Services range from repair and maintenance html. Call 526-2840 for more information. office hours — The Correspondence (Release of of facilities to equipping units with a sweeper ETS briefings — are available at http://www.carson. Infor mation) Office in the Patient Administration and cleaning motor pools. Listed below are phone army.mil/dhr/DHR/MPD/PPB/Transitions.html. Division hours are Monday-Wednesday and Friday numbers and points of contact for services: Call 526-2240/8458 for more information. 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Thursday from 7:30 a.m. • Facility repair/service orders — Fort Carson Reassignment briefings — are held Tuesdays in to 12:30 p.m.; closed all federal holidays. Call Support Services service order desk can be reached building 1129, Freedom Performing Arts Center. 526-7322 or 526-7284 for details. at 526-5345. Use this number for emergencies or Sign in for Soldiers heading overseas is at 7 a.m. and Claims Office hours — are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to routine tasks and for reporting wind damage, the briefing starts at 7:30 a.m. Sign in for personnel noon and 1-4 p.m., located on the first floor of building damaged traffic signs or other facility damage. being reassigned stateside is at 1 p.m., with the 6222, 1633 Mekong St. Shipment under Full Replace • Refuse/trash and recycling — Call Eric Bailey at briefing starting at 1:30 p.m. Soldiers are required to Value claimants must report the additional loss or 719-491-0218 or email [email protected] bring Department of the Army Form 5118, signed by damage listed on After Delivery Form 1851 directly when needing trash containers, trash is overflowing their physician and battalion commander, and a pen to the transportation service provider by fax or or emergency service is required. to complete forms. Call 526-4730/4583 for details. report on the Defense Personal Property System line • Facility custodial services — Call Bryan Dorcey Disposition Services — Defense Logistics Agency within 75 days. Claimants must submit the claim at 526-6670 or email [email protected] Disposition Services Colorado Springs, located in on DPS line through http://www.move.mil within for service needs or to report complaints. building 381, conducts orientations Fridays from 12:30- nine months for FRV compensation for certain • Elevator maintenance — Call Bryan Dorcey at 3:30 p.m. The orientations discuss DLA processes items. All other claims, submit to Fort Carson to include turning in excess property, reutilizing Claims Office within two years of delivery or date BOSS meetings are held the first and third Thursday government property, web-based tools available, of incident. Call 526-1355 for more information. of each month from 2-3:30 p.m. at The Foxhole. special handling of property and environmental Work Management Branch — The DPW Work Contact Sgt. Zachary Huitt at 524-2677 or visit the needs. To schedule an orientation, contact Arnaldo Management Branch, located in building 1219, BOSS office in room 106 of The Borrerorivera at [email protected] responsible for processing work orders — Facilities Hub. Text “follow CarsonBOSS” for receiving/turn in; Mike Welsh at mike.welsh@ Engineering Work Requests, DA Form 4283 — is open to 40404 to receive updates dla.mil for reutilization/web tools; or Rufus Guillory for processing work orders and other in-person support at [email protected]. from 7-11:30 a.m. Monday-Friday. Afternoon customer Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers and event information. Army ROTC Green-to-Gold briefings — are held support is by appointment only, call 526-2900. Aug. 22, 2014 — MOUNTAINEER 19 Flu shots: are your children prepared? Editor’s note: The following article is provided in observance of National Immunization Awareness Month, August, by U.S. Army Public Health Command.

Commentary by Jacqueline D. Watkins Program evaluator, U.S. Army Public Health Command

Parents, have your children received their annual influenza vaccines? Influenza, commonly known as “the flu,” is defined by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as a contagious disease that is seasonally spread throughout the U.S. Everyone is susceptible to contracting the influenza virus; however, research shows risk is highest among children. The influenza virus is more dangerous than a common cold for most children. Each year more than 20,000 children under the age of 5 are hospitalized due to influenza complications, and some of those illnesses have resulted in death. All children under the age of 5 are susceptible to influenza complications, but research indicates certain children may be more vulnerable. The CDC reports severe influenza complications are most common among children under the age of 2. Furthermore, children with chronic health problems such as asthma, diabetes and disorders of the brain or nervous system (such as cerebral palsy and safeguard to protect infants from contracting the consult your pediatrician or primary care provider. muscular dystrophy) have an increased risk of influenza virus. The best way to protect your children from developing severe influenza complications. There are a variety of influenza vaccines available contracting the influenza virus is to ensure they The severe health complications caused by the for children. For instance, trivalent protects against — and you — receive an annual influenza vaccine. seasonal influenza virus can be prevented. To protect three strains of the influenza virus (usually, two types Once you and your family have received your your children from the flu, the CDC recommends of influenza A viruses and one influenza B virus). influenza vaccines, it will take approximately two every child, beginning at age 6 months, receive an Another, called quadrivalent, protects against four weeks for antibodies to develop to protect your annual influenza vaccine. Because infants under strains. Furthermore, some vaccines are given as an family against the influenza virus. 6 months are unable to receive the influenza injection, while others are given as a mist sprayed into Remember: everyone must receive the vaccine, parents and older children in the household the nose. The wide variety of influenza vaccine options influenza vaccine to ensure children are protected are highly encouraged to receive the influenza can be confusing for most parents. To determine the before the influenza outbreak spreads throughout vaccine. This prevention strategy is the best influenza vaccine most appropriate for your children, your local community.

Health.mil To find out which laboratory developed tests are covered and which are eligible for retroactive TRICARE Beginning in September, TRICARE will cover reimbursement, visit the TRICARE covered services certain laboratory developed tests under the Defense section at http://www.tricare.mil/ldt. Most tests must Health Agency Evaluation of Non-United States be preauthorized by the regional contractor before to cover Food and Drug Administration Approved Laboratory they can be covered. Developed Tests Demonstration Project. Tests approved for the demonstration must be offered The demonstration also allows TRICARE to cover by an authorized provider. laboratory approved laboratory developed tests retroactively if the The demonstration allows the Defense Department to coverage guidelines for the specific test are met. perform its own evaluation of a laboratory developed test, If a TRICARE beneficiary has paid for a laboratory establish a list of these tests deemed safe and effective developed developed test since Jan. 1, 2013, and it is now included and establish a process to add new tests to that list. in the demonstration, they may be eligible for reimburse- TRICARE will maintain and publish a list of ment. Beneficiaries will have to file a claim with their approved tests and will continually update it as new tests tests regional contractor to receive payment. are reviewed and approved for coverage. 20 MOUNTAINEER — Aug. 22, 2014 Aug. 22, 2014 — MOUNTAINEER 21

Soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 12th Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, hook an M777A2 howitzer to a CH-47 Chinook from 2nd General Support Aviation Battalion, 4th Aviation Regiment, 4th Staff Sgt. Eric Garbutt, right, Combat Aviation Brigade, 4th Inf. Div., during an Chinook crew chief, Company elevation sling-load training exercise, Aug. 14. B, 2nd General Support Aviation Battalion, 4th Aviation Regiment, 4th Combat Aviation Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, helps Soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 12th Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 4th Inf. Div., below, hook an M777A2 howitzer to a CH-47 Chinook during an elevation sling-load training, Aug. 14.

CAB slings big guns Story and photos by Sgt. Jonathan C. Thibault our artillery equipment safely and properly.” Chinook pilots because we learned how to do it in fl ight school. 4th Combat Aviation Brigade Public Affairs Offi ce, CAB aircrews found it helpful for both the fi eld artillery But there are many considerations to take when dealing with 4th Infantry Division Soldiers and themselves to learn to properly rig their equipment equipment like a howitzer.” and prepare it for fl ight. Battery C artillerymen received training that will improve Cannons were lifted into the air over Fort Carson, as the 4th “I’ve fl own more than 500 hours in the air and never their ability to move around the battlefi eld to provide better ground Combat Aviation Brigade’s CH-47 Chinook company conducted sling loaded an M777A2,” said Capt. Walter Thomas, commander, force domination during combat, said Carriker. elevation sling-load training Aug. 14, the fi rst time since its April Company B, 2nd GSAB. “Sling loading is a basic task for “We hope to eventually conduct a live-fi re artillery raid which activation. consists of sling-load movements of howitzers,” said Carriker. An aircrew from Company B, 2nd General “This allows us to get closer to our targets, different entrance in Support Aviation Battalion, 4th Aviation Regiment, to the battlefi eld, more stealth and ability to deliver more accurate 4th CAB, 4th Infantry Division, conducted fi ring capabilities.” M777A2 howitzer sling-load training with Battery The Company B, 2nd GSAB, aircrews hope to provide more C, 2nd Battalion, 12th Field Artillery Regiment, elaborate movement support to the 2nd Bn., 12th FA Reg., in 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 4th Inf. Div. the future. “This is the initial phase of starting sling-load “We hope to conduct a practice run of the artillery raid with and air assault training,” said Capt. Spencer 2-12 FA Reg. (and) afterwards conduct a live-fi re exercise to provide Carriker, commander, Battery C, 2nd Bn., 12th us with realistic training,” said Thomas. “It would be benefi cial FA Reg. “We want to establish baseline knowledge for both of us to learn how to communicate with each other and of fl ight procedures for our Soldiers. We want make us more effective in combat.” our Soldiers to be fully able to rig and hook The Battery C, 2nd Bn., 12th FA Reg., commander wants to create a solid relationship with the CAB to improve the unit’s combat capabilities and so his Soldiers have a better understanding Soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 12th Field Artillery Regiment, of aviation procedures. 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, “Most of the Chinook aircrews have sling loaded howitzers,” Soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 12th Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, prepare an M777A2 hook an M777A2 howitzer to a CH-47 Chinook from 2nd said Carriker. “I believe for them, it’s more about creating howitzer to be sling loaded to a CH-47 Chinook from 2nd General Support Aviation Battalion, 4th Aviation Regiment, 4th Combat Aviation General Support Aviation Battalion, 4th Aviation Regiment, professional relationships and getting to know the ground Brigade, 4th Inf. Div., during an elevation sling-load training exercise, Aug. 14. 4th Combat Aviation Brigade, 4th Inf. Div., during an commanders. The training for us helped improve both our combat elevation sling-load training exercise, Aug. 14. skills and communication skills with the aircrews. We would like to continue this great working relationship with the CAB.” 22 MOUNTAINEER — Aug. 22, 2014

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Photos by Crystal Ross Above: Fort Carson Soldiers and Family members attend Destination Fort Carson, a biannual event coordinated by the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation designed to introduce newcomers to the area, Wednesday at the Special Events Center. Hundreds of community members attended the event that featured on- and off-post agencies and programs that reduce stress to Families. Right: Eli Love, 2, inspects a fox fur from the El Paso County Nature Centers at Destination Fort Carson, Wednesday. Eli’s family recently arrived at Fort Carson after being stationed in Germany.

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Claims to the estate eligible civilians and DA civilian employees. Call Staff Sgt. Benjamin Gill Prange — With deepest 526-2196 for assistance. The EAP is located at regret to the Family of the deceased. Anyone 1638 Elwell St. in building 6236, room 229. having claims against or indebtedness to his Nutrition education — Evans Army Community estate should contact 1st Lt. Alfredo Macedo Hospital Nutrition Care Division offers individual at 312-350-7127. nutrition counseling for specific nutrition-related Sgt. Stuart A. Radin — With deepest regret to the diagnoses. Weight management classes for Family Family of the deceased. Anyone having claims members and retirees are provided as well as against or indebtedness to his estate should classes for the Army Body Composition Program contact Capt. Daniel Rullo at 552-0778. for active duty Soldiers. Other classes provide include cholesterol, prenatal nutrition, healthy Upcoming events cooking and a commissary tour. Call the Spouse Newcomer Orientation — Orientation for TRICARE appointment line at 457-2273 to military spouses new to the area will be held from schedule an appointment. Call the Nutrition Care 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Tuesday in the Army Division at 526-7290 to check on the availability Community Service Center, building 1526. for a sports nutrition class to be given at the unit. Go to http://www.eventbrite.com and search for Payday loan complaints — The Consumer Financial Fort Carson to register. Protection Bureau is accepting complaints Community Information Exchange — will be from from borrowers encountering problems 9:30-11:30 a.m. Thursday at the Special Events with payday loans. Consumers can visit Center. The CIE is an opportunity to learn about http://www.consumerfinance.gov/complaint what is new on Fort Carson, upcoming special or call 855-411-2372 to submit a complaint. events and the post’s various directorates. Voting assistance — The Voting Assistance Contact Linda Puckett at 526-5638 or Office, located in building 1218, room 218, is [email protected] for information. open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday-Friday. Call Retiree Appreciation Day — will be held from 526-1140 or email the Installation Voting 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 13 at the Cadet Field House Assistance Officer at usarmy.carson.imcom.mbx. at the U.S. Air Force Academy. The event [email protected] for assistance. Visit http://www. includes free breakfast, medical and insurance fvap.gov for more information. information and screenings, an information fair Same day appointments — Evans Army and guest speakers. Community Hospital Family Medicine Clinics, Women Veterans of Colorado — The group’s fourth Internal Medicine Clinic and Pediatric Clinic are annual conference will be held Sept. 13 in Denver. operating under an appointment model called Visit http://bit.ly/WVOC2014Conference to “Open Access,” offering same day appointments. register or http://www.womenveteransofcolorado.org Beneficiaries may not be offered the exact or http://www.facebook.com/womenveterans hour they want. Call the Access to Care Line, ofcolorado for updates. 526-2273, to make an appointment. Prescription policy — All handwritten Transfer military hospital or clinic when prescriptions from a TRICARE network General announcements relocating — TRICARE Online users must update provider will be filled at the Soldier and Family Red Cross dental assistant training — Applications their military hospital or clinic location online each Care Center located adjacent to and east of Evans are available at the Red Cross office at Evans time they relocate. Transferring military hospital Army Community Hospital. When calling in for Army Community Hospital. The deadline to or clinic affiliation in TOL does not automatically refills on those prescriptions, beneficiaries will apply is Sept. 5 for the session that begins in transfer the TRICARE enrollment in Defense continue to use the SFCC. A dedicated refill January. Applicants must be 18, a military Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System. window in this facility will reduce wait time. sponsored identification card holder, a U.S. citizen Army Provider Level Satisfaction Survey — The SFCC pharmacy is open Monday-Friday from and have a valid high school diploma or GED. Patients may fill out and return the APLSS to 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The pharmacy is located on the Call the Red Cross office at 526-7144/7589 for help minimize the impact of budget cuts on first floor near the east entrance of the facility; more information. medical care. Evans Army Community Hospital park in the “G” lot, east of the building. Call Advisory council — Evans Army Community receives funding based on patients seen and 503-7067 or 503-7068 for more information. Hospital is seeking volunteers to serve on a customer satisfaction. Positive surveys returned No-show policy — A “Commander’s Appointment Patient and Family Advisory Council to can bring in up to $900. Help keep providers Policy” affects all TRICARE beneficiaries assess current policies, operations and programs. and departments and clinics fully functional. who receive health care services on Fort Carson Meetings are monthly. Applications are Call 526-7256 for more information. and at the Premier Army Health Clinic. Multiple available at the Patient and Family-Centered Free Post Shuttle — circulates the cantonment no-shows could result in the stopping of medical Care Resource Center or call the PFAC area and makes regular runs to Wilderness Road services; Soldiers requiring unit escorts to future coordinator at 526-7733 for more information. Complex. The shuttle operates seven days a week appointments; patients may have to sign a statement Pediatrics clinic — Evans Army Community from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Visit http://www.facebook. acknowledging they understand the ramifications Hospital’s pediatrics clinic has an embedded com/shuttlefortcarson for route maps. Call of multiple no-shows; a letter may be sent to the behavioral health psychologist/counselor 526-6453 for more information. Soldier’s unit when he or his Family member has available to work with parents who have Donated annual leave for Fort Carson civilian multiple no-shows or cancellations; retirees with concerns about their child’s behavior, discipline employees — is currently being accepted for the multiple missed appointments, “left without being or attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. following civilians who have exhausted all seen,” or cancellations may have their locations of A pediatric pharmacist is also available to available leave because of medical emergencies care changed. To cancel appointments during week- manage children’s medication. under the Voluntary Leave Transfer Program: days, beneficiaries can call the TRICARE appoint- Prenatal nutrition class — Expectant mothers can Jessica Clark, Dental Activity; David Grant, Army ment line 526-2273 weekdays from 6 a.m. to 5:30 learn how to eat healthy during pregnancy. The Recruiting Battalion, Denver; Linda Kumley, p.m. Appointments made through TRICARE online class is held the second Tuesday of every month Directorate of Human Resources; Teresa Miller, can be canceled at http://www.tricareonline.com. at 9 a.m. in Evans Army Community Hospital’s Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare and Nutrition Care Division. Call 526-7290 to sign up. Recreation; unnamed employee in DFMWR; Ongoing events Fort Carson Police Records — The Fort Carson Stephanie Smith-Froese, Directorate of Public Military Appreciation Breakfast — The Southeast Police Records section has moved to building 2757, Works; and Andrea Cunningham, DFMWR. Any Armed Services YMCA military appreciation MOD 4, on the corner of Barkeley Avenue and Army appropriated fund civilian employee wishing breakfast scheduled for Friday has been canceled Osan Street. Hours of operation are 9 a.m. to noon to donate annual leave must complete the OPM because the YMCA’s gym floors are being and 1-4 p.m., Monday-Thursday. Fingerprinting Form 630a found at http://www.opm.gov/forms/ resurfaced. The next breakfast will be Sept. 26. hours at the Fort Carson Police station, building pdf(underscore)fill/opm630a.pdf and return it to Email Drew Aquino at [email protected] 2700, have changed to 2-4 p.m., Monday-Friday. John Pylypiw in the Fort Carson Civilian Personnel for more information. The Fort Carson Police complete fingerprints for Advisory Center. Fax to Pylypiw at 526-6128 or Breakfast at VFW — Breakfast at VFW Post on-post employment. For any other fingerprint call 526-9341 for information. Anyone experiencing 6461 is held the first Sunday of each month from needs, contact the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office. a medical emergency and about to exhaust leave 9-10:30 a.m. at 753 S. Santa Fe Ave., Fountain, Fort Carson Employee Assistance Program — can contact the CPAC Management Employee and is open to the public. Suggested donation The program provides short-term assistance to Relations team at 526-8317/1006/1336/4270. of $3. Call 382-7957 for more information. Department of the Army civilian employees, Ambulance service — Fort Carson officials urge Support group — The Pikes Peak Share active-duty spouses and Family members, and community members to contact emergency Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Inc. holds retired military personnel and eligible family personnel by calling 911 instead of driving a monthly support group for those whose lives members with adult living problems, substance personal vehicles to the emergency room. In the have been touched by pregnancy loss, stillbirth use concerns and issues affecting workplace event of a life- or limb-threatening emergency, or loss in the first few months of life. The productivity and well-being. Worksite skilled paramedics and ambulance crew will group meets the second Tuesday of each interventions are offered and consultation is be able to administer critical care and aid. month at 7 p.m. at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, available to supervisors and managers regarding Contact the Emergency Department at 526-7111 5265 N. Union Blvd. For more information, workplace matters. EAP services are free to for more information. visit http://www.pikespeakshare.org. 24 MOUNTAINEER — Aug. 22, 2014 Defi ning prayer for leaders, commanders Commentary by Chap. (Capt.) Jacob Snell wrote the prayer, the general signed that getting the breaks; I call it God. God has his 759th Military Police Battalion the prayer and then ordered that part or margin in everything. That’s where prayer 250,000 copies be printed and comes in — a good Soldier is not made The role of a leader is to stand as a lighthouse that distributed to every Soldier in merely by making him think and work. shows all others the safe way of passage. Unwavering Third Army. The chaplain prepared There is something in every Soldier that he stands night and day, never leaving his post, never a training letter on the subject of goes deeper than thinking or working — allowing those who trust his light to seek it in vain. prayer to all the chaplains. After it’s his ‘guts.’ It is something that he But, in time, he grows old and the torch is passed on reviewing the training letter, has built in there; it is a world of truth to others, less wise, less aware of the dangers, less Patton ordered it to be given to the and power that is higher than himself. aware of the importance of their role. chaplains and every organization Great living is not all output of thought So, what are we to do? President Woodrow commander down to and including and work. A man has to have intake Wilson said, “A nation which does not remember the regimental level. as well. I don’t know what you what it was yesterday does not know what it is Second, he taught through his call it, but I call it religion, today, nor what it is trying to do.” chaplain the role of prayer in war. prayer or God.” Let us look to the past to see where Gen. George As recalled by O’Neill, he said: What happened? S. Patton placed his lighthouse on the issue of prayer. “There are three ways that men The rain stopped, air I need not review the details of the life and service get what they want: by planning, support came and they of Patton nor the content of the famous Third Army by working and by praying … were victorious. So, what Prayer. What I will review are the lessons he taught Between the plan and the operation is the role of prayer today? The his chaplain about prayer, as recalled and recorded there is always an unknown. That same as it was then. How do we apply by then Chap. (Col.) James H. O’Neill and published unknown spells defeat or victory, it to today’s confl icts and struggles of in the Oct. 6, 1971, issue of The Review of the News. success or failure. It is the reaction of the actors to character? That is for you as leaders, with the help First, he taught the role of leaders. The chaplain the ordeal when it actually comes. Some people call of your chaplains, history and God, to defi ne.

Chapel briefs Facebook — Search “Fort Carson Chaplains (Religious Support Offi ce)” for events and schedules. Chapel schedule Catholic Religious Education — Registration is being accepted for classes that meet Sundays Roman Catholic from 10:30-11:50 a.m. Religious education Soldiers’ Chapel • Sunday, 10:30 a.m., religious Healer Chapel classes are available for children in preschool Nelson Boulevard and Martinez Street education, 524-2458 Evans Army Community Hospital through the age of confi r mation. Classes are • Saturday, 4:15-4:45 p.m., • Sunday, 10:30 a.m., RCIA, • Sunday, 11 a.m., Mass, 526-7386 also offered for adults seeking to join the Catholic reconciliation, 526-8583 524-2458 • Monday-Thursday, noon, Mass, • Saturday, 5 p.m., Mass, 526-8583 • Monday-Friday, 11:45 a.m., 526-7386 faith and those who desire to participate in the • Sunday, 8:15-8:45 a.m., mass, 526-8583 • First Friday, noon, Mass, 526-7386 celebrating of the sacraments. Contact Pat Treacy reconciliation, 526-8583 • Sunday, 10:30 a.m., CWOC, at 524-2458 or [email protected] • Sunday, 9 a.m., Mass, 526-8583 526-5769 for more information. Trunk-or-Treat — Volunteers are needed to host Protestant decorated trunks, and donations are needed for Healer Chapel Prussman Chapel Soldiers’ Chapel the Oct. 26 event from 2-3:30 p.m. at Soldiers’ Evans Army Community Hospital Barkeley Avenue and Prussman Nelson Boulevard and Martinez Street Memorial Chapel. Contact Pat Treacy at • Sunday, 9 a.m., worship, 526-7386 Boulevard • Sunday, 11 a.m., worship, 524-4316 524-2458 or [email protected] • Sunday, 9:30 a.m., Sunday school, • Tuesday, 9 a.m., PWOC, 524-4316 Veterans Chapel 526-5744 for more information. Magrath Avenue and Titus Boulevard • Sunday, 11 a.m., gospel, 526-9640 Youth Ministries — Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel • Sunday, 10 a.m., Chapel NeXt, youth group members are invited to attend the 526-8889 Prussman youth group Tuesdays at 6 p.m. or the Veterans youth group Sundays at 6:30 p.m. Eastern Orthodox Islamic Catholic Women of the Chapel — meets Friday Fort Carson does not offer Eastern Orthodox services Fort Carson does not offer Islamic services on post. from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Soldiers’ Memorial on post. Contact Chap. (Capt.) George Oanca at Contact the Islamic Society at 2125 N. Chestnut, Chapel. Call 526-5769 or visit “Fort Carson 612-432-6099 for Orthodox services. 632-3364 for information. Military Council of Catholic Women” on Facebook for information. Protestant Women of the Chapel — meets Tuesday Jewish Colorado Warriors from 9:30 a.m. to noon at Soldiers’ Memorial Fort Carson does not offer Jewish services on post. Contact the U.S. Air Force Academy Chapel for Jewish ser- Sweat Lodge Chapel. Free child care is available. Email vices information at 472-0102. The chapel is located at 2346 Meets once or twice monthly and upon special request. [email protected] or visit “PWOC Fort Carson” Academy Place on the U.S. Air Force Academy. Contact Kevin Cheek at 554-7709 for more information. on Facebook for details. Knights of Columbus — a Catholic group for men 18 and older, meets the second and fourth Tuesday Chapel, Ellis Street at Barkeley Avenue. Contact buddies, Family members and friends who are of the month at Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel. elder Arthur Ford at 433-2659 or arthur.ford@ suicide survivors, meets the second Tuesday of Call 526-5769 for more information. myldsmail.net or Chap. (Capt.) Jacob Snell at each month from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Fallen Heroes Latter Day Saints Soldiers — meet Wednesday at 330-3120 or [email protected] for Family Center, building 6215, 6990 Mekong St. 6 p.m. for pizza and social, followed by an information or a ride. Contact Richard Stites at 598-6576 or Cheryl Institute (Bible study) at 6:30 p.m. at Provider Heartbeat — a support group for battle Sims at 304-9815 for information.

Has someone in your organization recently received kudos? Contact Mountaineer staff at 526-4144 or email [email protected]. Aug. 22, 2014 — MOUNTAINEER 25 DES highlight Editor’s note: The following have a medical condition that requires includes Fort Carson. article was written by the Directorate them to use medicinal marijuana are During monsoon of Emergency Services division chiefs asked not to transport or use marijuana season nears, there will to inform the Fort Carson community or drive intoxicated onto post, as be an increase in thunderstorms, Infantry Division and Fort Carson of current policies and procedures. they put Soldiers and youths at an which means an increase crime prevention policy, Command increased risk. in lightning. The afternoon Policy Memorandum PMO-01. Police A Soldier caught in possession thunderstorms will be the norm This memo identifi es some “Just Say No” — Recreational of marijuana will be subject to for the remainder of the season basic techniques to protect Army use of marijuana was legalized in punishment under the Uniform Code until temperatures decrease in and personal property. It requires Colorado beginning Jan. 1. Passage of Military Justice. Take a minute to late September. Afternoons are Army property to be secured in of Amendment 64 gave way to the read the warning signs of marijuana the most likely time of day for accordance with applicable mistaken belief that marijuana and possession on the installation posted thunderstorms to develop. regulations and prohibits the storage paraphernalia were now legal on outside the gates before entering Use these three slogans for safety: of CTA-50 equipment in privately military installations. Fort Carson.  No place outdoors is safe when owned vehicles. The Fort Carson Provost thunderstorms are in the area. It also provides guidance on Marshal Offi ce wants to clear the Fire  When thunder roars, go indoors. the use of Fort Carson Form 2031-E, misconception — any form of Lightning strikes — Colorado  Half an hour after thunder roars, Personal Property Record, which is marijuana or smoking devices averages three deaths and 15 now it’s safe to go outdoors. mandatory for all Soldiers living containing any amount of marijuana, injuries a year from lightning and Remember: lightning is nothing in the barracks. used or unused, is illegal on post. often ranks No. 2 in the nation in to play around with. Finally, it gives commanders As a result of the Colorado law lightning casualties, behind Florida. some web links to help develop granting legal use and possession of The mountain profi le and Physical security unit crime prevention programs. marijuana off post, the Provost Marshal summer weather patterns create Command Policy Memorandum The policy letter is available on Offi ce has witnessed a rise in arrests frequent thunderstorms over the PMO-01 — All Fort Carson person- the Iron Horse Portal under the for marijuana possession. Civilians who Front Range, which nel are reminded to review the 4th Command Policy Letters folder.

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Engineers paving winning path Story and photo by Walt Johnson that any unit would love to have and play the game trying to win it all on one swing,” he said. “The Mountaineer staff with a zest that is both refreshing and entertaining. good thing for us is we have a lot of people that While the Engineers could play long ball with played with us last year on the team again this The 615th Engineer Company, 52nd Engineer anyone, Michael Cavanagh, Engineers coach, said his year. We had a few holes but we fi lled them Battalion, intramural softball players let their play team has a lot of players who understand the value of with people that came into the unit. As well as on the fi eld speak for itself. playing station-to-station softball when the game calls we play on offense our defense is actually the The Engineers have lost only one game this for it. He said the offensive and defensive philosophy best part of our team. We have really played well season, and are setting a torrid pace with their of the team have been a major reason for its success. defensively this year.” offense that features a number of quality hitters. “We have a team that plays good defense and Cavanagh said he is not surprised that his team The Engineers have a balance of power and speed we have smart hitters who understand we aren’t has been able to play as well as it has this season. He said the results on the fi eld are no different than the results in the unit. He said the unit has a good working relationship and that carries over to softball. One of the unique things about the Engineers is they play with the same squad in both the company and battalion leagues on post. Cavanagh said he thinks his team is among the top three in the company level play and the top fi ve in battalion league action. That may be bad news for teams in both leagues as the regular season winds down and the playoffs are set to take place in a few weeks.

A member of the 615th Engineer Company, 52nd Engineer Battalion, right, is just nipped as he tries to beat an infi eld hit during intramural softball action Aug. 14 at the Mountain Post Softball Complex.

Mountaineer Athlete of the Week Matthew Hesteness Intramural softball player What sports did you play I would love to be able to play on growing up? the All-Army softball team. I think it I played T-ball when I was about would be great to play for the Army 5 years old and then played baseball and compete at that level. I have some through high school. I tried playing work to do to get there, and I am other sports, but baseball was the working hard right now to achieve one closest to my heart. that goal. I believe right now I am What is your favorite moment making strides to get there. in sports? If you could change anything When I was 18 years old I got in sports what would it be? to play with my dad on a softball I would get rid of all the team. It was the fi rst time we had the crybabies who want to make the game chance to play on a team with each about themselves and not about the other, and I was very excited about team. I think blaming the offi cials that. In his fi rst at bat he singled, and when something goes wrong and the I hit a home run to bring us home. other things that people do take away What are your favorite profes- from the game. I would like to see sional team and player/ people take responsibility for their The St. Louis Cardinals are my own success or failures. favorite baseball team, and Yadier People who don’t know me Molina (Cardinals catcher) is my would be surprised to know that … favorite player. I think he is a great guy I am very down to earth and not on and off the fi eld and he has a cannon a crybaby at all. I am a real giving for an arm. I would love to be able person and that comes from the way to meet him and talk to him about my parents brought me up. My baseball and life. parents taught me to respect people What is the one thing you and be a giving person instead of haven’t done in sports you would being the type of person that thinks still like to do? of himself all the time. Photo by Walt Johnson 28 MOUNTAINEER — Aug. 22, 2014

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Tameka Dzuricky, right, The Fort Carson Army Substance Abuse Iron Horse Program and Suicide Prevention program Sports and sponsors its first Fort Carson Motorcycle Fitness Poker Run Sept. 20. Center Zumba Registration for the event begins at 9 a.m. instructor, and the motorcycle ride starts at 10 a.m. The leads a event begins at the Gate 1 parking lot off class Monday highway 115. The cost is free and all bikers at the facility. are welcome. Event organizers said there will A new 45- be food, door prizes and music. minute express The Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare step Zumba and Recreation sponsors the individual and class will team triathlon sprint competition, Sept. 6 be offered at 8 a.m. at the Outdoor Pool. beginning The “Tri It” event will be a 500-meter swim Sept. 5. (individual) and 750-meter swim (team); 20- kilometer bicycle event (team and individual); and a 5-kilometer run (individual) and 10-kilometer run (team). The registration fee for the event is Photo by Walt Johnson $20 per person if competing individually or as a team. People can register for the event at any post fitness center or at http://mwrfortcarson.com/ bodybuilding and men’s bodybuilding. Visit The Fort Carson indoor soccer season is physical-fitness-centers.php. Call Sabine Clark at http://www.jefftaylor.com for tickets. scheduled to begin Sept. 29 at Iron Horse 526-2742 for more information. The Mesa Ridge High School Grizzlies football Sports and Fitness Center. The 2014 National Physique Committee Armbrust team opens the season on the road against the There will be a men’s and coed division; coed Pro Gym Warrior Classic will be held Friday Lewis-Palmer Rangers, Friday. teams must have at least one female on the field and Saturday at the Embassy Suites Hotel, The Grizzlies’ first home game will be at all times. Games are scheduled for Monday- Spa and Conference Center, 4705 Clydesdale Aug. 29 against the Cañon City Tigers at 7 p.m. Thursday at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. There will Parkway, in Loveland. at District 3 Stadium on the campus of Widefield be a mandatory coaches meeting Sept. 18 at 6:30 Events Friday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. include High School. The rest of the Grizzlies’ home p.m. at Iron Horse. Call 526-5772 or 526-0859 junior/teen fitness; fitness; figure and men’s schedule is Sept. 12 vs. Cheyenne Mountain, for more information. physique. Events Saturday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sept. 20 vs. Rampart, Oct. 10 vs. Vista Ridge include bikini, women’s physique, women’s and Oct. 24 vs. Falcon. See Bench on page 29

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Bench From page 28 Long ball The Fountain-Fort Carson High School Trojans football team opens the season on the road against the Columbine Rebels, Friday. The Trojans’ first home game is Thursday. 28, against the Lakewood Tigers at 7 p.m. at the football field on campus. The rest of the Trojans’ home schedule is Sept. 18 vs. Palmer, Sept. 26 vs. Douglas County and Oct. 17 vs. Castle View. There will be a softball home run derby at the Mountain Post Sports Complex in September. The tournament will be held in two rounds — preliminary round Sept. 3 and finals Sept. 11. The tournament is open to all Department of Defense identification card holders 18 and older. Email Levi Hokkala at [email protected] to reserve a spot in the tournament. The post fall softball and flag football seasons are scheduled to begin Sept. 15. The softball league will feature men’s and coed Photo by Walt Johnson divisions. The coed teams must have at least five Marvin “Jet” Ortiz, 1st Battalion, 8th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, begins female players, according to DFMWR officials. his swing that launches a three-run home run during intramural softball action Monday at the Mountain Post Sports Games are scheduled Monday-Thursday at 6:30, Complex. The post company level and women’s championship tournaments are scheduled for the first week of September, 7:35 and 8:40 p.m. There will be a mandatory and the battalion level championship tournament is scheduled for the second week of September. coaches meeting for the softball league Sept. 4 at 6:30 p.m. at Iron Horse Sports and Fitness Center. The football league, which will play in a $3.50 service charge per order), a discount from preseason training session and be available two battalion and company level action, has its the usual price. Call the Rockies at 303-ROCKIES, to three hours per week for practices and games. mandatory coaches meeting Sept. 3 at Iron Horse ask for the military discount and provide reference CYSS officials said anyone interested in being a Sports and Fitness Center at 6:30 p.m. number 21230987 to take advantage of the offer. coach must have good communication skills The Colorado Rockies offer military members This offer is not available on a walk-up basis. with the CYSS sports staff and parents of the special ticket buys. Seating areas are subject to availability, limits players. According to CYSS officials, youth The next opportunity is when the Rockies may apply and all areas not available for each game. coaches receive discounts on sports enrollment for take on the Florida Marlins Friday at 6:40 p.m. Child, Youth and School Services officials are their children, promotion points for active-duty and Saturday at 6:10 p.m. Military personnel can looking for people interested in volunteering Soldiers, volunteer hours, resume building and purchase tickets in the outfield box, pavilion, right as youth sports and fitness coaches. will make a definitive positive impact on the field mezzanine and upper reserved infield/outfield Anyone interested in being a coach must pass a community. Call 526-1101 for more information. area for their Family and friends for $14 each (with background check, attend a mandatory three-hour — Compiled by Walt Johnson

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Soccer champions

Members of the 43rd Sustainment Brigade, red shirts, and 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) attack the ball during the Fort Carson intramural league championship game, Aug. 14. The 43rd SB defeated the 10th SFG(A) to capture the post intramural championship. The post coed championship game was scheduled for Thursday at the post intramural soccer fi elds.

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on Ludlow” as a featured exhibit. The event Dozens of balloons will lift off about 7 a.m. took place in 1914 during a union strike. and other activities will be in the park, along “The Midas Touch: The Penrose-Tutt with food vendors. There’ll be a “balloon glow” Partnership” is a special exhibit opened Saturday-Sunday at 8 p.m. recently. Two childhood friends became One of Denver’s largest fests is Aug. 29-Sept. 1, business partners in Cripple Creek and in Civic Center Park at Colfax Avenue and eventually had a great impact on the Pikes Peak Broadway. A Taste of Colorado/The Festival of Florissant Fossil Beds will celebrate its 45th area. The free museum is at 215 S. Tejon St. Mountain and Plain has bands, entertainment anniversary Saturday with a program in the The Pikes Peak Center, 190 S. Cascade Ave., and more than 50 restaurants with food booths. amphitheater at 10 a.m. Special guest Mary has these upcoming concerts scheduled: Admission is free and tickets may be purchased Burton, a member of the Defenders of Florissant, • Huey Lewis & the News, 8 p.m. Friday for food, beverages and carnival rides. Call 303- will speak about how the national monument • Melissa Etheridge, 7 p.m. Monday. 295-6330 or visit http://www.atasteofcolorado.com. was established. Cake will be served to visitors, • Nickel Creek, 8 p.m. Aug. 30. The Colorado Springs Corvette Club and Daniels followed by a Junior Ranger concert and other • Comedian Steven Wright, 7 p.m. Sept. 14. Long Chevrolet presents an “All Chevy Car programs. The Florissant Fossil Beds are 2 • The Temptations, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 17. Show — Bowtie Bash” Sept. 6, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. miles south of the town of Florissant on Teller 1. • Gordon Lightfoot, 7 p.m. Sept. 22. at Daniels Long Chevrolet, 670 Automotive Admission is $3 for anyone older than 16, Call 520-SHOW for ticket information. Drive, near Motor City. Spectators are free. but active-duty military are entitled to an “STEM Rocks,” a science, technology, Anyone can enter a Chevrolet car for $20 for the annual free pass available at the site. engineering and mathematics festival, is first car and $10 for an additional car. Car owners Teddy Bear Days is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday- Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Peterson Air may enter Corvettes or other Chevrolets. Call Sunday at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. and Space Museum. The free event has John Gue, 719-440-9683 for information, Children ages 3-11 who are accompanied by a hands-on activities for kindergartners to eighth Holly Berry House Folk Art festival is Sept. teddy bear or stuffed animal will get into the graders. There’ll be free T-shirts, hot dogs and 12-14 at Rock Ledge Ranch. This popular zoo for $5.25. Children 2 and under are always snow cones. The museum on Peterson Air Force festival brings crowds to the ranch to shop for free. Stop by the Teddy Bear Clinic at the Lodge Base is at the corner of Peterson Boulevard and handcrafted folk art, clothing, furniture and at Moose Lake for a teddy bear check-up and Ent Avenue. Call 598-9755 for information. antiques. There’s a quilt exhibit and silent auction. stitches as needed. Zoo admission for military Colorado’s State Fair begins Friday and runs Food vendors will be on site. Admission to the active duty members is $14.25. The zoo is at through Labor Day, on the state fairgrounds fest is $8 for adults and $4 for children ages 6-12. 4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Road. in Pueblo. Held annually in Pueblo since 1876, Children under 6 are admitted free. “Chihuly Rediscovered” is in the Colorado it’s one of the oldest state fairs in the nation. In Briarfest is Sept. 5-7 at St. Gabriel’s Church Springs Fine Arts Center, 30 W. Dale St. addition to competitive events, cookoffs, fine campus, 8755 Scarborough Drive, near Renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly’s works arts, 4-H, horse shows and livestock shows, there Austin Bluffs and Research parkways. The are in the exhibit. Admission to the exhibit is are PRCA rodeos with Clay Walker and Chris festival features free concerts and entertainment, $10. The Denver Botanic Gardens also has a Young, freestyle bullfights and appearances food booths, arts and craft vendors and a Chihuly exhibit through Nov. 30. In partnership by Gabriel Iglesias, Brantley Gilbert and Tony carnival midway. with Denver Botanic Gardens, visitors can buy Orlando. There is free entertainment, including The Blue Man Group will have shows in a ticket to the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Olate Dogs, Strong Man John Beatty, Stirrup Pueblo’s Memorial Hall, 1 City Hall Place, Center’s “Chihuly Rediscovered” and get $5 off Some Fun, Strolling Magical Medicine Show, Sept. 18-19 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be the Denver Chihuly show, and vice versa. Colorado Raptors and Aussie Kingdom. purchased by calling 866-722-8844 or online Denver Botanic Gardens is at 1007 York St. There’s a carnival midway. The Colorado at http://www.pueblomemorialhall.com. Hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday-Friday and State Fair is at 1001 Beulah Ave. The website is The 45th annual Fountain Fall Festival 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. http://www.coloradostatefair.com. includes a parade at 10 a.m. along Santa Fe Santa’s Workshop at the North Pole is open The U.S. Air Force Academy football team meets and Ohio avenues and activities at John daily, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Labor Day. Nicholls State Colonels at Falcon Stadium as Metcalfe Park beginning at 11 a.m. Sept. 1. Active-duty military and members of their the Air Force Academy Aug. 30 at noon. The Shuttles will transport passengers from Families older than 10 with military identification next home game is with the Boise State Broncos Fountain Middle School and City Hall to the are admitted for $16 per person. Under age 2 Sept. 27 at 5 p.m. The Falcons host the U.S. Naval park from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Ongoing and 60 and older are admitted free. Regular Academy Midshipmen Oct. 4 at 1:30 p.m. Call entertainment in the park gazebo includes admission is $21 per person. The workshop is 472-1895 for ticket information. Active-duty Suga’ Bear and the Show Time Band at on the Pikes Peak Highway. Turn at the military get 10-percent discount on season tickets. 11 a.m. 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. Andy traffic light in the small town of Cascade. Colorado Balloon Classic, a hot-air balloon Clifton, singer and song writer, will also perform Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum currently event, is set for Labor Day weekend. The as will the Fountain Arts Center Dancers. has “Memories of a Massacre: Perspectives free event is in Memorial Park Aug. 30-Sept. 1. — Compiled by Nel Lampe

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Visitors to Manitou Springs are greeted by the arch located where Colorado Avenue becomes Manitou Avenue. El Colorado Manitou Springs Penny Arcade is popular with visitors of all ages, who play games they may not istoric resort town Lodge was built in 1926. have seen in years. Story and photos by Nel Lampe routes while employed by the Kansas early motels are still in business in or other eateries. Buffalo burgers Cantina. Fine dining is available at streets that require motorists to input HMountaineer staff Pacifi c Railroad. Manitou Springs, such as the Buffalo are at the Balanced Rock Café in the the Cliff House dining room, Mona license plate numbers/letters and cash or The two men were impressed with Lodge, El Colorado Lodge and Mel Trading Post near the Garden of the Lisa Gourmet Café or the Briarhurst credit card. The rate is $1 for each of the Manitou Springs is quaint, pretty the beauty of the area and thought Haven Lodge. Gods. There’s pizza at Hell’s Kitchen Manor, in the 1888 home of one of fi rst three hours, $2 for hours four-six town of about 5,000 people located the mineral springs made it a good Tourists still taste the mineral and Marilyn’s; tea and light lunches at the town’s founders. and $3 per hour over six hours per day. in a box canyon with lots of trees and location for a European-type resort. water from springs accessible from the Miramont Castle Queen’s Parlour It’s a good idea to stop at the Additional time may be added to Several natural springs are available to visitors several mineral springs just west of Soon the town called “LaFont” the sidewalks, shop for souvenirs, try Tea Room; Middle Eastern cuisine at Manitou Springs Chamber of on-street parking at any parking kiosk. throughout Manitou Springs. A local citizen fi lls Old Colorado City. was laid out. One of the investors the saltwater taffy, play games at the Heart of Jerusalem Café, Sahara Cafe Commerce on the eastern edge of A free Manitou Springs shuttle jugs with water from Cheyenne Spring, near Soda Native Americans visited the suggested the town be renamed penny arcade or eat at one of the bar or Tajine Alami. Mexican-style food town to pick up brochures and a map. bus runs until Sept. 13. Two shuttles Springs Park. “curative waters” of the springs and “Manitou,” meaning “spirit” in Native and grill establishments, coffee shops is served at The Loop or Crystal Park Manitou Springs has several run daily; 33A operates from 8 a.m. considered the site to be sacred. American language. events and festivals through the year, to 10 p.m. every 20 minutes and runs Started as a resort town in Soon the town had seven hotels; such as the Mumbo Jumbo Gumbo through downtown and east end motels 1871, it still has the look of a tourist three of them still remain — the Cookoff and Carnivale Parade in and businesses on Manitou Avenue. Just the Facts attraction — lots of T-shirt shops, Cliff House, the Barker Hotel and the February; a wine festival in June; an The 33 shuttle runs from 6 a.m. to • TRAVEL TIME – 25 minutes fudge and candy shops, a variety of former Grand View Hotel. Boarding ice cream social and pie baking contest 8 p.m. from the free parking lot restaurants, jewelry stores, boutiques houses, rental cottages and small in July; a Mountain Music Festival; to the stop on Ruxton Avenue near • FOR AGES – anyone and an antique arcade. Public art, hotels were built to accommodate a Draft Lager Festival and the Pikes the cog depot, about every 20 minutes. • TYPE – historic town benches, fl owers and an occasional visitors. Due to an economic downturn Peak Ascent and Marathon in August. Park in the free parking lot behind • FUN FACTOR – ####½ busker are along the sidewalks. Its in 1873, plans for grand villas and The Commonwheel Art Festival is the Chase Bank — watch for the neon (OUT OF 5 STARS) narrow hilly streets crowded with spas were curtailed and small cottages Labor Day weekend in Memorial Park. sign “Park,” and catch the shuttle to • WALLET DAMAGE – FREE - NO ENTRY cars, the town is bustling with tourists and shops were built instead. The Emma Crawford Coffi n Races avoid paid parking. and local citizens. Once a railroad spur was built are in October. The Manitou Springs To reach Manitou Springs from • $ = Less than $20 Many remnants of the 19th from Colorado Springs to Manitou Chamber of Commerce, 685-5089, has Fort Carson, take Highway 115 to the $$ = $21-$40 century resort town remain — Springs, the health resort thrived. information about those events. Cimarron Exit, then take Highway $$$ = $41-$60 several natural mineral water springs There were dance halls, bath houses There is paid parking along the 24 west to Manitou Springs business run freely. Patsy’s Candy Stand and spas. Vacationers arrived by train streets in downtown Manitou Springs route. An alternate route is to take $$$$ = $61-$80 near Soda Springs Park has been in with steamer trunks fi lled with clothes. seven days a week, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Colorado Avenue west until it (BASED ON A FAMILY OF FOUR) business since 1903, selling saltwater They stayed for weeks, taking mineral Kiosk machines are located along the becomes Manitou Avenue. taffy, caramel corn, ice cream and baths, attending dances at the hotels other sweets as well as sandwiches. and visiting the tourist attractions in Historic buildings line the main street, the area. They took the Pikes Peak Shops, restaurants and stores Manitou Avenue, and there are several Cog Railroad to the top of Pikes Peak in a variety of styles add to the churches, buildings and houses from or rode the Mount Manitou Scenic charm of Manitou Springs. the 1800s in the town. Incline Railway. They visited Garden The Loop Restaurant has been Manitou Springs Heritage of the Gods Park, Cave of the Winds serving visitors since 1903. Center, 517 Manitou Ave., is open and the Manitou Cliff Dwellings. noon to 4 p.m. Friday-Monday. The Many famous people vacationed center has exhibits about Manitou in Manitou Springs — former Springs’ history. presidents William McKinley, U.S. A popular draw for visitors and Grant and Theodore Roosevelt. local citizens alike is the “penny Zalmon Simmons, who started arcade” that is fi lled with antique Simmons Mattress Co., fi nanced pinball machines that cost up to the building of the Pikes Peak Cog a quarter in coins, including Railway in 1889 after riding to the top Donkey Kong, Space Invaders, Ms. of Pikes Peak on a mule — then the Pac-Man, horse derby racing, dance only way to the summit of Pikes Peak. revolution and skeeball in the fi ve In the early 1900s, many rooms of games. There are dozens of tuberculosis patients also came to coin-operated cars and animal rides Manitou Springs for the medicinal for children under an open-air shelter. waters and sanatoriums. A photo booth is near the penny But automobiles changed the way arcade and souvenir coin press people vacationed. Less affl uent machines are around town. people could now afford to travel. The town was started by These vacationers wanted to be close Colorado Springs’ founder, Gen. to their cars and stayed only a few William Palmer and his colleague, days rather than weeks. Auto courts Dr. William Bell, who visited the area and motels were built to accommodate Manitou Springs has benches, umbrella-shaded tables, fl owers and decorative lights along Places to see in the in 1868 when scouting for railroad motoring travelers. Several of those a shopping area just off Manitou Avenue. Pikes Peak area. 34 MOUNTAINEER — Aug. 22, 2014 Aug. 22, 2014 — MOUNTAINEER 35 36 MOUNTAINEER — Aug. 22, 2014 Aug. 22, 2014 — MOUNTAINEER 37 38 MOUNTAINEER — Aug. 22, 2014 Aug. 22, 2014 — MOUNTAINEER 39 40 MOUNTAINEER — Aug. 22, 2014