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Photos by Rebecca E. Tonn Carson bids 1-6th CAV farewell Above: Commander of 1st Squadron, 6th Cavalry Regiment, Lt. Col. John W. Thompson, left, and Command Sgt. Major Stephen B. Waller, right, case the colors of “The Fighting Sixth” during the unit’s farewell ceremony Wednesday at Butts Army Airfield. The 6th Cavalry originated in 1861, in response to the need for additional cavalry in the Civil War. The unit is preparing to deploy to Iraq. Thompson said, “I am humbled and proud to not only stand in front of them (Soldiers of the 6th Cavalry) but beside them as their commander.” Left: Capt. Richard Greenwood, Echo troop commander, 1st Squadron, 6th Cavalry Regiment, holds his daughter, Sadie, after the farewell ceremony.

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Opinion/Editorial Community Parvovirus infects post dogs ...... 2 PWOC supports women’s needs . . . .11 Pikes Peak Marathon Bone Crushers conserve strength . . .2 Community Briefs ...... 12 Answers to immigration ...... 13 News ACS consumer hotline ...... 14 by Rebecca E. Tonn Mtn. Warriors considered superior . . .3 The need for speed ...... 16 Mountaineer staff 3rd BCT NCO induction ...... 4 Chapel schedule ...... 18 Open Reunion Workshop ...... 19 Military Plague arrives downrange ...... 20 Imagine running up a mountain, Falkirk frees hostages ...... 5 MWR events ...... 24 for 13.2 miles, on a trail that gains Military Briefs ...... 6 New PT Route ...... 25 7,815 feet of altitude. Now imagine Redhawk flies to Oklahoma ...... 7 Police blotter ...... 26 1-67th demo training ...... 8-9 you’re still standing and coherent. CG visits leather factory ...... 10 Feature OK. Now, turn around, and run Units merge for air assault . . . . .22-23 back down the mountain. Do all this MUST SEE Sports without slipping on the gravel or Intramural football begins on post . .27 tripping over rocks or tree branches. On the Bench ...... 28-29 Oh, and do all this in five and a half Athlete of the week ...... 30 hours, 5:30:38 to be exact. Happenings That’s what Capt. Teal Reeves, Balloons, balloons, balloons . . . .31-32 chief of environmental health at Get Out ...... 33-34 Evans Army Community Hospital did Sunday during the Pikes Peak Classified advertising (719) 329-5236 Photo by Capt. Dylan Reeves Marathon. Air Assault at Carson. Display advertising (719) 634-5905 See Pages 22-23. Capt. Teal Reeves, chief of environ- Reeves placed seventh overall in Mountaineer editor (719) 526-4144 mental health, Evans Army Community the female division, in a field of 189 Post information (719) 526-5811 Word of the month: Perceptions Post weather hotline (719) 526-0096 Hospital, nears the finish line of the Pikes Peak Marathon Sunday. See Marathon on Page 6 MOUNTAINEER 2 Aug. 24, 2007 Opinion/Editorial Parvovirus infects Fort Carson dogs by Capt. Emilee Venn severe diarrhea, often bloody, that will eventually lead Fort Carson Veterinary Treatment Facility to dehydration, systemic bacterial infection and death. CPV-2 is usually transmitted to vulnerable Whether you’re a first-time dog owner or a puppies when they sniff, lick or eat the feces from seasoned veteran, bringing home a new puppy can be infected dogs. Because parvovirus is well adapted to an eventful and joyous time. Among all the toys, food, survive for months in the environment, it is very easy bowls and other accessories necessary to get your for puppies to catch the virus from objects that have new companion all settled in, protecting him from been exposed to infected feces. This includes potentially fatal diseases should also be on the list. something as simple as a puppy licking your shoes One particular disease common to the Colorado after you have walked through a contaminated area. Springs area that can be life-threatening and highly Fortunately a series of vaccines can be given contagious is canine parvovirus. This particular virus, to puppies to help protect them from developing referred to as CPV-2, targets and kills certain cells in CPV-2, or at least reduce the severity of the disease. the small intestine. As a result, puppies can develop Vaccines provide a puppy’s immune system with a harmless version of the virus to “practice” on Vaccine schedule for as the protective antibodies provided by its mother wear off. So when exposed to the real thing, the body parvovirus can fight it off effectively. The American Animal Hospital Association First shot — 6-8 weeks old recommends a particular vaccine schedule to Second shot — 3-4 weeks after first shot provide the best protection. At 6-8 weeks of age, Third shot — 3-4 weeks after second shot Photo by Julie M. Lucas a puppy should receive its first vaccine. He should Sgt. Alicia Swails, an animal care specialist at the After 12-14 weeks old, be re-vaccinated 3-4 weeks after the first shot, and booster vaccine given annually Fort Carson Veterinary Treatment Facility, examines then again another 3-4 weeks after the second shot a stray Yorkshire Terrier. There has recently been The Fort Carson Veterinary until he is 12-14 weeks old. Generally these shots an increase of Parvo cases reported on post. Treatment Facility: also contain other important vaccines against • Provides preventative health care to diseases besides CPV-2, thereby reducing the checks for the virus in feces. As it can become a pets, such as vaccines. number of needle pokes per puppy. life-threatening disease very quickly, it’s important • Active duty, Reserve, retired and Along with vaccinations, other preventative to contact your veterinarian if you notice any signs National Guard personnel are eligible to measures can be taken to protect against in your puppy such as depression, weakness, receive VTF privileges. parvovirus. These include avoiding such places as vomiting or frequent diarrhea that becomes bloody. dog parks, kennels, rest stops or other areas where Treatment for CPV-2 consists of hospitalization, Located at Building 6001 on large crowds gather, until your puppy is fully intravenous fluids and antibiotics. Nelson Boulevard near Gate 1. vaccinated. Limit the amount of exposure an In the long run, properly vaccinating your Open Monday - Friday unvaccinated puppy has to dogs you are not puppy against parvovirus is safer, easier and 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. familiar with, and wash your hands thoroughly cheaper than letting it run the risk of becoming Appointments can be made by calling with soap and water before handling your puppy infected. By putting vaccinations on your new 526-3803 if you’ve touched other dogs. puppy “to do” list, you are helping ensure it Parvovirus can be easily diagnosed by a test that grows to be a happy, healthy adult. ‘Bone Crushers’ conserve fighting strength by Darcia Kunkel are seasoned veterans with a few while others temporarily joined via becomes a vital bridge between front Fort Carson Family Member deployments under their belt, while the Professional Filler Information line medical personnel like medics, others are on their first tour. Even System network for part or all of the physician assistants or doctors, and Editor’s Note: Family member with a variety of backgrounds, their deployment. The unit also has other facilities, such as combat Darcia Kunkel writes about her goal is still the same: provide the members who work on Forward support hospitals in theater. They husband’s unit, C Company, 2nd best medical care possible and Operating Base Loyalty in an aid also facilitate the stabilization and Brigade Support Battalion, 2nd conserve the fighting strength. station and a few who assist on evacuation of serious and critical Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry “Bone Crushers” may be an odd Military Transition Teams and patients to much larger medical Division, which is presently in Iraq. name for a group of skilled medical special missions. installations like Landstuhl Regional personnel, but this team has the The medical team works and lives Army Medical Center, Germany; They hail from all parts of the intestinal fortitude, expertise and on a consolidated aid station support- Brooke Army Medical Center, Texas, country and a few from overseas. compassion needed to get the job ing 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat or Walter Reed Army Medical Some were assigned to the unit only done. With more than 70 Soldiers, Team. Like Charlie Company, there Center, Washington, D.C. The for the duration of the deployment. Charlie Company, 2nd Brigade are other medical units on the base important role not only touches A few arrived mid-tour as Support Battalion includes medics, that treat their own Soldiers as well the patients, but the Soldiers replacements. Others have been a physician assistants, nurses, doctors, as civilian contractors for routine as well. Patient administration part of the team almost four years. a psychiatrist, and a dentist, as care and general sick call. When the Noncommissioned Officer Sgt. They range from highly specialized well as preventive medicine, medical emergency call comes in, all Tammy Beghan’s most rewarding professionals to brand new administration, medical supply and medical teams pull together and experience has been “seeing the enthusiastic medics straight out of logistics specialists. Most are work as one large fluid operation. advanced individual training. Many permanently assigned to the unit, This level II trauma center See Crushers on Page 4

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It and subscriptions should be directed to Colorado Springs Please credit accordingly. MOUNTAINEER Aug. 24, 2007 3 NEWS ‘Mountain Warriors’ receive superior award Story and photo by: regular Army, Soldiers who attend Unit Award streamer to the 3rd Battalion, meritorious performance of a difficult Capt. Patrick J. Fry monthly weekend drill assemblies and 361st Regiment colors recognizes the and challenging mission carried out 5th Armored Brigade, also soldiers that are mobilized and are accomplishments of the Mountain under extraordinary circumstances. Division West, First Army serving full time,” Col. Nathan G. Warrior Soldiers during a set time frame: The unit must display such outstanding Smith, commander 3rd Battalion, 361st Jan. 27, 2003 - Jan. 25, 2005. devotion and superior performance of 3rd Battalion, 361st Regiment, Regiment said. The Superior Unit Award is given exceptionally difficult tasks as to set “Mountain Warriors,” 5th Armored The addition of the Army Superior during peacetime for outstanding it apart from and above other units Brigade, Division West, First Army, with similar missions. stationed at the Denver Federal Center, “Many of our Reserve Soldiers have Lakewood, added the Superior Unit served a full two years or more. They Award streamer to its flag on July 21. were away from their civilian occupations The ceremony was presided over by for the duration and were away from Col. Francis V. Sherman, Jr. commander their families for extended periods of of the 5th Armored Brigade. time. Some served overseas, many The Mountain Warriors execute served here in the U.S. They trained pre-mobilization training and readiness thousands of Soldiers for deployment oversight and post mobilization and their efforts resulted in the operations in accordance with the Department of the Army awarding our Army Force Generation Model in order battalion the Army Superior Unit to provide trained and ready conven- Award,” said Smith. tional reserve component forces to Mountain Warriors have trained, regional combatant commanders for certified and validated thousands of the full spectrum of operations. Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen deploying “This battalion is representative of to Iraq in support of Operations Iraqi the total-team concept in every respect. Lt. Col. Nathan G. Smith, left, commander, 3rd Battalion, 361st Regiment, Freedom and Enduring Freedom. Their We have assigned enlisted Soldiers, “Mountain Warriors” and Col. Francis V. 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expertise under the worst of conditions. Crushers “I can honestly say that I have learned From Page 2 more medical skills in the last nine medics and providers able to bring back months than I have in the last 13 years. a soldiers life, so he can be medevaced It’s been a valuable life experience.” to a higher care facility.” PROFIS physician, Capt. Katrina Not so affectionately know as the Walters, has also grown as a provider by “plumbers of the Army,” medical taking care of injuries she would not have personnel are sometimes underestimated otherwise seen in a family practice and often unappreciated, until a trauma clinic in rural Missouri and understands hits. If you or one of your soldiers is on how the medical team impacts wounded that litter, then these Soldiers become Soldiers. “I have had more than one valuable and indispensable. Even under patient tell me that our medics, lined the tremendous amount of pressure these up in front of the aid station to assist Soldiers face each and every day, there casualties into the treatment room, bring are bright spots and growth. a feeling of relief and hope to the Medic Spc. Valerie Bragg feels a traumatized and wounded.” sense of self fulfillment. “I think the best With all the recent negative publicity Photo by Sgt. Zach Mott feeling is when a Soldier leaves here in proliferating the media regarding the Army’s NCO induction ceremony stable condition. That is when I realize various health care roles, one thing is for Sgt. Jun Jackson, Company A, 3rd Special Troops Battalion, 3rd that what I do here is worth everything. sure: this “band of brothers and sisters” Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, receives the Creed There is nothing that can overpower the and the forward medical elements of the Noncommissioned Officer and the NCO Guide Book from feeling of self accomplishment like saving continue to get the job done. The Bone Command Sgt. Maj. Daniel A. Dailey, 3rd BCT’s senior non- someone’s life.” Crusher team epitomizes the Army Medical commissioned officer, during the 3rd Special Troops Battalion's Like Bragg, Staff Sgt. George Fidee, Department’s motto NCO induction ceremony at Prussman chapel Aug. 16. medic and squad leader, has honed his “Conservo Bellator Vires.”

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Miscellaneous or overturned latrines • Learning Resource Center/Military Occu- Food service special events — Family Readiness pational Specialty Library — Monday through Striker Town Hall Meeting — for 3rd Brigade Groups and units that conduct fundraisers by Thursday 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division will be held selling limited food items are required to fill out an 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; and training holidays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday at 6 p.m. at McMahon Auditorium to application and checklist for their event. Contact • Defense Activity for Nontraditional Education discuss the brigade’s pending deployment. Call Maj. Capt. Teal Reeves at 526-7922, or Sgt. Misty Gordon Support and Advanced Personnel Testing — Michael Humphreys at 526-3283 for information. at 526-7375 for details and a copy of the paperwork Monday-Friday 7:30-11:30 a.m. and 12:15-4:15 p.m.; 4th Infantry Division Town Hall Meeting — The needed. The application and checklist are also closed training holidays. first in a series of town hall meetings for Fort Hood, available through unit Family Readiness Groups. • Basic Skills Education Program/Functional Texas, and Fort Carson 4th ID personnel and garrison Academic Skills Training — Monday-Thursday support agencies will be held Sept. 11 from 6:30-7:30 Hours of Operation 1-4 p.m.; closed training holidays. p.m. at McMahon Auditorium. The meetings are held Central Issue Facility regular business hours — • eArmyU Testing — Monday-Friday, 12:15-4:15 to support the 4th ID deployment and will become a are listed below. Call 526-3321 to make appointments. p.m.; closed training holidays. monthly event once the division deploys. Call Carl In-processing Legal Assistance hours — Operating hours McPherson at 524-0331 for more information Monday-Thursday from 7:30-10:30 a.m. for the Legal Assistance Office are Monday- $5,000 Reward — The U.S. Army Criminal Initial issues Thursday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Friday from Investigation Detachment is offering a $5,000 reward Monday-Thursday from 12:30-3 p.m. 9-11:30 a.m. and 1-4 p.m. for information leading to the apprehension and Partial issues conviction of the person(s) responsible for the fire Monday-Thursday from 12:30-3 p.m. Briefings at 4467 Ray Circle on post. If you have information Cash sales/report of survey ACAP briefing –– The Army Career and about this or any crime, contact CID at 526-3991 or Monday-Thursday from 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Alumni Program preseparation briefing is required the Military Police desk at 526-2333. The $5,000 Direct exchange for all departing servicemembers. Current ACAP reward offer expires Aug 8, 2008. Monday-Thursday from 12:30-3 p.m. policy requires personnel ending time in service to The Military Officers Association of America Partial turn-ins register one year out and retirees two years out. — invites all active and retired officers to a presenta- Monday-Thursday from 12:30-3 p.m. ACAP preseparation briefings are held Monday- tion by retired Air Force Col. Lennie Coleman on Full turn-ins Thursday from 7:30-9 a.m. Attendees should report Operation Hurricane Katrina Sept. 6 at 7 a.m. at the Monday-Thursday 7:30-10:30 a.m. to ACAP by 7:15 a.m. to building 1118, room 133. officer’s club on Peterson Air Force Base. Breakfast Unit issues and turn-ins Call 526-1002 to register. will be served: $8.50 full, $3.50 continental. Contact Call 526-5512/6477 for approval. Max Borysko at (303) 647-0405. Trial defense service hours — TDS hours of The Directorate of Environmental Compliance operation are Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m.-4 Commanding and Management Wildlife Office — is looking for p.m. TDS is closed on Fridays except for units to adopt some of the reservoirs downrange to appointments and emergencies. Administrative provide trail maintenance and general upkeep. chapters and Article 15 briefings are held Tuesdays General’s Hotline Anyone interested may contact DECAM Wildlife and Thursdays at 1 p.m., and walk-ins are taken by Maj. Gen. Officer Chris Zimmerman at 524-5394 or until 12:50 p.m. Robert W. Mixon Jr. [email protected]. Claims Division hours — The Claims Division Commanding General, Joe Gmelch Wounded Warrior Welcome socials office hours are Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m.-5 — are held the third Thursday of the month at 3:30 p.m, Friday from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. and closed federal and Division West, First Army p.m. at Alternate Escapes to recognize wounded training holidays. To make a claim, Soldiers must and Fort Carson Soldiers who came home separate from their units and attend a mandatory briefing. At the briefing, Soldiers did not participate in a welcome home ceremony. The must submit a Department of Defense Form The Commanding next social is Sept. 6 and all are welcome. 1840/1840R (pink form). General’s Hotline exists to Mixon DPW services — The Directorate of Public DFAC hours — Fort Carson dining facilities provide Mountain Post Works is responsible for a wide variety of services operate under the following hours: Team members a channel to express their on Fort Carson. Services range from repair and Patton –– Monday-Friday 7:30-9 a.m. (breakfast), concerns and good ideas directly to me. maintenance of facilities to equipping units with a 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. (lunch) and 5-6:30 p.m. (dinner). It is in everyone’s interest to share sweeper and cleaning motor pools. Listed below are Weekend hours are 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. (brunch) and information and solve problems efficiently and phone numbers and points of contact for services: 3:30-6:30 p.m. (dinner). quickly. The Commanding General’s Hotline is • Facility repair/service orders — KIRA service Warhorse Cafe — Monday-Friday 7-9 a.m. one way to successfully resolve difficulties. order desk can be reached at 526-5345. Use this (breakfast), 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. (lunch) and 5-6:30 number for emergencies or routine tasks. p.m. (dinner). Weekend hours are 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Communication is a two-way street, and • Refuse/trash — Call Larry Haack at 526-9237 (brunch) and 5-6:30 p.m. (dinner). this is one way I use to communicate with when needing trash containers, trash is overflowing Wolf Inn — Monday-Friday 7-9 a.m. (breakfast), Soldiers, family members, civilian employees or emergency service is required. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. (lunch) and 5-6:30 p.m. (dinner). and contractors of the Mountain Post team. • Facility custodial services — Call Larry Haack Weekend hours are 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. (brunch), and There are two avenues to communicate at 526-9237 for service needs or to report complaints. 5-6:30 p.m. (dinner). concerns, complaints, suggestions or praise: • Elevator maintenance — Call Sharon Gayle at Butts Army Airfield — Monday-Friday 7-9 a.m. call the hotline, 526-2677, or go online to 526-1695. (breakfast), 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. (lunch) and 5-6:30 p.m. www.carson.army.mil, click on “contact us” • Motor pool sludge removal/disposal — Call (dinner). Weekend hours are 7:30-9 a.m. (breakfast), and complete the form. Don Phillips at 526-9271. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. (lunch) and 4:30-6 p.m. (dinner). Your issue will be worked by me and • Repair and utility/self-help — Call Gary Grant 10th SFG — Monday-Friday 7-9 a.m. at 526-5844. Use this number to obtain self-help (breakfast), 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. (lunch). Closed for my staff, but please try to resolve conflicts tools and equipment or a motorized sweeper dinner and on weekends. through traditional means first, including your • Base operations contract Contracting Officer Education Center hours of operation — The chain of command. 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2006. Reeves thought it would be her Sherman, Quandary Peak, Torreys Peak she had some “close calls” but managed Marathon only marathon. She was wrong. and Mount Sneffels. to stay upright. Most of her friends were From Page 1 “They’re addictive. I love running Based on her time in the Pikes Peak not at the finish line because she told female finishers. She has been running marathons,” she said, smiling. The Ascent in 2006 and the times of other them her time would be about six or track and cross country since middle Pikes Peak Marathon was her third finishers, Reeves hoped to place in the seven hours. Her husband, fortunately, school — competing throughout high marathon. top 20 in Sunday’s marathon. But when was there to see her finish seventh. school and at the U. S. Military Her training regimen for the race she reached the top of Pikes Peak “I surprised him with my time. Academy at West Point, where she included running 30-40 miles per week during the race, spectators yelled out to He was proud of me,” she said. earned a degree in environmental and she and husband Capt. Dylan her that she was in eighth place. In October, Reeves, who is on the science and engineering. Reeves, Senior Mission Command, “That’s when I decided to really go Fort Carson Ten-Miler team, will go But she didn’t run her first hiked four 14ers (mountains higher for it,” Reeves said. Runners typically to Washington, D.C., to run the Army marathon, the Boulder Backroads, until than 14,000 feet) this summer: Mount fall at least once on the steep descent; Ten-Miler. MOUNTAINEER Military Aug. 24, 2007 7 ‘Redhawk’ flies to new mission in Oklahoma by Staff Sgt Lisa Litchfield two roles in this new environment. “We A unit mobilization 5th Armored Brigade Public Affairs, can evaluate the Soldiers to ensure that assistor from Division West, First Army they’re trained, plus we can observe to ensure that they are getting quality 1st Battalion, Crisscrossing the United States to training and the standards are being 361st Regiment conduct training missions is nothing new properly met,” he explained. “Redhawk,” 5th to the Soldiers of 1st Battalion, 361st Having another unit available for Armored Brigade, Regiment “Redhawk,” 5th Armored quality control and reporting purposes First Army Division Brigade, Division West, First Army, based is valuable to the 45th IBCT, points out West, based at at Fort Carson. What is new to these Staff Sgt. David Parish, Redhawk UMA Fort Carson, offers Soldiers is the role that they are now and counter-insurgency instructor. some advice to fulfilling as unit mobilization assistors “It helps facilitate the 45th’s ability a 45th Infantry with the 45th Infantry Brigade Combat to train on the tasks that they’re here to Brigade Combat Team, Oklahoma National Guard. train on,” Parish explained. “They focus Team Soldier Redhawk Soldiers normally function on their individual weapons and on their on the weapon’s in the role of an observer- individual and collective tasks, not on qualification range. Photo by 1st Battalion, 361st Regiment controller/trainer and are often found tracking their training numbers. That on the ranges conducting the very gives us the ability to track their training to assisting with and identifying issues “You become family, The comman- training that they are now tracking for numbers, spend all the hours compiling associated with the packing and shipping ders go up to their UMAs and they start the 45th IBCT. It is a different mission, those reports, formulate those reports of equipment to Iraq so that it arrives in a asking them the hard questions on ‘how but one that is equally as important. and send them up to higher so they (the timely manner. After completing pre- do we get better?’ or ‘what do I need to “Our mission is to assist the 45th 45th) can just focus on training,” he said. mobilization training, the Soldiers of the expect when I get over in country?’” IBCT in their preparations for deploy- As the 45th IBCT wraps up its 45th IBCT will make the transition to their Turnage explained. “They want our ment to Iraq,” said Redhawk Command training at Fort Chaffee and Camp mobilization station. As they arrive at Fort help now and that’s what makes it good. Sgt. Maj. Louis D. Turnage. “We are Gruber, Okla., in August, it is not the Bliss, Texas, they will again find familiar That’s what will make it good when you assisting them in ensuring that they end of the relationship between the faces awaiting them as the Redhawk go to the deployment site is that they have identify any shortage of equipment UMAs and the units they have been UMAs will join 5th Armored Brigade as that familiar face. If they are unfamiliar necessities for movement. We are working with. the lead training brigade on the ground at or not sure what they should be doing, identifying shortcomings of personnel In September, Redhawk Soldiers will McGregor Range, El Paso, Texas. they know they have someone they can and assisting them in passing this meet with 45th IBCT Soldiers back at Following Soldiers throughout go talk to and get the straight up answer information up to First Army,” he added. their home stations where they will their pre-mobilization training is some- to help them out,” he concluded. Turnage acknowledges that having continue to observe training standards and thing new to the Redhawk UMAs, but a Advising, mentoring, training, the primary mission of an OC/T gives evaluate classes. During this time period role that Turnage finds helpful for the evaluating. It’s what Redhawk was Redhawk Soldiers the skills to perform however, they will also lend their expertise deploying Soldiers. trained for; it’s what Redhawk does best. Here’s to YOUR next

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Story and photos by Spc. Rodney Foliente 2nd Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs Office Exploding into combat readiness 4th Infantry Division 1-67th AR conducts Combat engineer Soldiers from Company E, skills, but the unit benefited as a team, said Aucoin. 1st Battalion, 67th Armor Regiment, 2nd “It’s training that new Soldiers haven’t done Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, much of,” said Aucoin. “We also have a lot of conducted demolition training at Fort Carson new personnel from Fort Hood, Texas, so it was Aug. 9. beneficial to see what their knowledge base was. The training culminated in a phase I individual “The training has a lot of team building certification on explosives and demolition for aspects to it. You have to have confidence in your combat engineer tasks, incorporating the use leadership and the guys next to you to do things of various explosives and emplacements. the right way. (The Soldiers) will be able to use “The training was a complete success,” said what we’ve learned here and build on that.” Sgt. 1st Class Scott Dvonch, platoon sergeant, “We did a great job as a team,” said Pvt. Company E. He said the Soldiers did a great job Michael Smidt, combat engineer, Company E. and “performed to standard and executed the “Thanks to our leadership, we were prepared demolition range in a professional manner.” and we knew what to expect.” “We do a lot of route-clearance missions,” said Every time they train together they build 1st Sgt. Marvin Aucoin, Company E. “If we come cohesion and esprit de corps, said Smidt. across an improvised explosive device, sometimes “It helps bring us together and to know we have to neutralize it and we use live demolition our weaknesses and our strengths so we can for that.” He said they also sometimes use explosive build as a team,” added Smidt. charges for breaching and entering enemy buildings. The combat engineers trained for almost “The (training) enhances our combat power two months for the event, said Smidt. They because all the Soldiers in the unit are now conducted training with inert materials for two proficient with demolition,” Dvonch said. “It days before the one-day live demolition. An explosion from crater charges tosses up turf makes us more flexible and adaptable and gives “When we got out there, we got to apply and smoke during demolition training. Combat us more maneuverability when deployed.” our training,” said Smidt. “I liked it. That’s part engineer Soldiers from Company E, 1st Battalion, By accomplishing their mission, they help of our job: to blow stuff up.” 67th Armor Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat keep their fellow Soldiers and local nationals The sentiment was shared by Dvonch, who Team, 4th Infantry Division participated in the safer, he added. when asked if he liked his job, grinned and said, Aug. 9 training. Not only did the Soldiers learn their individual “Of course. Who else pays you to blow stuff up?”

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During demolition training Aug. 9, Combat engineer Soldiers from Company E, 1st Battalion, 67th Armor Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, lay down the fuse for a crater charge.

A crater charge is placed by combat engineers from Company E, 1-67th AR, Combat engineers from 2nd BCT, 4th ID, during Company E, 1-67th AR, demolition training. 2nd BCT, 4th ID, prepare a shape charge during demolition training. Left: A shaped charge explosion erupts during demolition training Aug. 9.

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Protestant Women of the Chapel is a chapel-based ministry for wives of active-duty and retired service- members as well as active-duty wives. It is designed to help chaplains carry out their religious programs and bring Christian fellowship and spiritual growth to U.S. military communities around the world. PWOC was established in Europe in 1955 and is currently active in Europe, Asia and 28 U.S. states. Now that schools are back in session, the Fort Carson chapter is preparing to launch a new year of worship and support. The main focus of the Fort Carson PWOC is to meet the needs of the wives in the community while strengthening their Christian faith. According to former chapter president, Barb Styles, deployments offer a unique set of family challenges that the PWOC members can relate to and provide support for. “Within the military community we all face similar struggles and happenings in our lives,” said Styles. “For us here at PWOC, we know we have a Lord who is going to be there to walk with us. Centering on our faith is the biggest thing that makes PWOC different from secular organizations.” Fort Carson PWOC President Jennifer Hinz addresses Members’ ages range from newly married 18-year-olds to women who have been married for more the congregation at Soldiers' Memorial Chapel. than 50 years The ranks of husbands are not taken into account when it comes to supporting each other. “Wives don’t carry ranks,” said regional leader Dyanah Negron. “We accept one another as individuals and form a wide range of friendships you normally don’t find in other support groups and organi- zations within the military. I’ve been with PWOC for 15 years and I still keep in touch with the women that I met at the very beginning. The friendships that you make actually become your family and your support group. PWOC is a good way to communicate, to be yourself and know that you’re accepted and to share whatever you’re going through. Having the support, the prayer and the unity really builds us as a family.” PWOC con- ducts and outreach program called Wives of Warriors. WOW concentrates on the needs of women with Protestant Women of the Chapel sing during a service at Soldiers' Memorial Chapel. deployed spouses and is a way for them to express their concerns and get support, encouragement and help in solving problems. Aside from regular meetings, PWOC hosts a “sweetheart banquet” once a year that is open to the whole post, a “hallelujah fun night” (a fall party/festival alternative to Halloween), seminars, girls’ nights out and a knitting club called Faith and Fiber. Newly elected president, Jennifer Hinz, is looking forward to serving the PWOC. “I’m humbled and excited,” said Hinz. “These are awesome ladies, and it is a privilege to serve with them, work with them, get to know them and just love each other.” The PWOC starts its new season of meetings and Bible study Tuesday at 9 a.m. at Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel. Regular meetings are held every Tuesday from the end of August until the end of May at the same time and place. Meetings are followed by a pot luck lunch in the fellowship hall adjacent to the CJ Callahan leads the Protestant Women of chapel. Child care the Chapel in song during a service at is available, but Soldiers' Memorial Chapel. parents must be registered with Child Development Services and reservations are required. Anyone is welcome to attend meetings regardless of their religious background; services are performed in the Protestant tradition. Scheduled activities are posted on the Fort Carson Web site. To find PWOC information, click on “activities and services” then “religious services” then “Protestant information.” Anyone with questions about PWOC can visit its Web site at www.pwoconline.org or contact Hinz at 559-5103 or [email protected]. The PWOC Praise Dance Team performs during a service. MOUNTAINEER 12 Aug. 24, 2007 Community Community briefs

Miscellaneous and have exhausted all available leave. Crow, Harris and Dowling have been accepted The Buddhist Temple, Wat Santidhamma, in the Voluntary Leave Transfer Program. To humbly requests — the presence of the Thai, donate annual leave, call or e-mail Connie Griffin, Chinese, Lao, Cambodian and Vietnamese Garrison Resource Management, at 526-1839 or communities, as well as other honored guests who [email protected] to obtain form have helped make the temple a success, to join in OF-630A: “Request to Donate Annual Leave.” celebrating this joyous occasion. The eighth Griffin’s fax number is 526-1838. anniversary is being celebrated Saturday and Sunday Cub Scout Pack 264 on Fort Carson — offers at the temple, 7525 Falcon Meadows Blvd., near activities for boys in the first-fifth grades, including Falcon. The location is off East Woodmen Road, east sports and academics, that help families teach ideals of Marksheffel Road. A ceremony is at 9 a.m. and the such as honesty, good citizenship and respect. For fundraising party is at 7 p.m. with traditional music, information on joining Pack 264, contact Cindy dances and Thai food. Sunday activities begin at Mathis at 559-8886 or [email protected]. 10 a.m. with blessings followed by lunch. Peterson Air Force Base’s west gate — is Exceptional Family Member Program closed through the end of October for construction. resource group — meets the last Tuesday of each During this time, the north gate will be open 24 month at 5 p.m. at Family Readiness Center, building hours a day, seven days a week, and the east gate 1526. Learn about new resources, share the ones you will be open 5 a.m.-10 p.m., Mondays-Fridays, have found and meet with guest speakers from the and 6 a.m.-10 p.m. weekends. local community. For more information call 526-4590 Spouse Support Group — Are you feeling or e-mail [email protected]. lonely, anxious or fearful about this deployment? Join Operation Hope: a Freedom Walk and tributes this group of caring spouses. To register call Army to Soldiers and veterans — is Sept. 8, from 10 a.m.- Community Service at 526-4590. Free child care is 5 p.m., at the Special Events Center, sponsored by available for registered children. The support group Beacon of Hope Outreach Center. Admission is free; meets Tuesdays from 12-1:30 p.m. at the Family preregistration is required. All ages and physical University, building 1161. conditions are welcome. The Freedom Walk will be Neuro Support Group — Head-Way is a first, followed by an afternoon of tributes. Guest support group for independent adults who have speakers include: Cheryl McGuinness, Stephen experienced a neurological event (traumatic brain Mansfield and Ken Davis. Performers include: injury, cerebral vascular accident, tumors, etc.) and Tammy Cochran, Aaron Lines and Kory Brunson want to socialize. Head-Way meets Wednesdays, from Band. For more information or to register call 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Fargo’s Pizza Co., 2910 E. Platte (303) 290-7412 or go to www.BHOC.us. Ave. For more information call Valerie Gardner with Cheyenne Shadows Golf Course Fall Ladies Memorial Hospital Adult Rehabilitation at 365-1264. Clinic — Golf clubs and carts will be provided. The Military Spouses Support Group — clinic is low-key and includes a tour of operations, meets Tuesdays from 2:30-4 p.m. at Evans Army six lessons, golf swing and driving range instruction, Community Hospital, fourth floor, room 4846. putting, chipping, golf psychology and a tournament. Learn more about: communication difficulties, One-hour lessons, starting at 5:30 p.m., are Monday, coping with a spouse’s mental health issues, Wednesday and Thursday, and Sept. 4, 5, and 6. coping with loneliness, combat stress and post- Cost is $35; call 526-4122 for more information. traumatic stress disorder, readjustment issues, regrets to the family of Staff Sgt. Robert Pierelli, Fort Carson Chiropractic Clinic — moved single parenting, depression, stress, anxiety and deceased. Anyone having claims against or from building 1150 to Evans Army Community other hardships. For more information call Dr. indebtedness to his estate should contact Capt. Hospital, hallway B (west side, second floor), rooms Jacqueline Delano at 526-7013. Amber Eastburn at 524-1821 or 466-1966. 2240-2244. Use room 2200 to check in. The phone Alcoholics Anonymous meetings — are held With deepest regrets to the family of Spc. number is still 526-7834. each Wednesday from 7-8 p.m. at the Colorado Brenton A. Slayton, deceased. Anyone having claims Fort Carson Thrift Shop — is closed until the Inn, corner of Sheridan Avenue and Woodfill Road, against or indebtedness to his estate should contact end of September. Corley House is not the place to building 7301, room 203. Call 322-9766 or Warrant Officer 1 Jason Glassow at 524-2109. drop off items for the Thrift Shop. Donations should 471-1625 for more information. With deepest regrets to the family of Pvt. be held until the Thrift Shop reopens. Ongoing road closures — Questions about the Jeremy Bohannon, deceased. Anyone having claims Donated annual leave needed for Fort Carson closure or disruption of traffic along Butts Road can be against or indebtedness to his estate should contact civilian employees — Helen Crow, who previously addressed to Fort Carson’s Directorate of Public Works 2nd Lt. Kate Dellavalle at 526-9980. worked at Fort Carson’s Garrison Resource Traffic Engineer, Rick Orphan, at 526-9267 or Fort With deepest regrets to the family of Spc. Justin Management; May Harris, Army Community Carson’s Army Corps of Engineers Transformation Blackwell, deceased. Anyone having claims against Service; and Barbara Dowling, Directorate of Resident Office, Maj. John Hudson, at 526-4974. or indebtedness to his estate should contact 2nd Lt. Information Management, had medical emergencies Claims against the estate —With deepest John Holland at 338-2421.

the hiding terrorist. The terrorist then that they were victims, they would “Operation Falkirk was one of Falkirk lunged at the sergeant and was shot have gone out of their way to do more those operations that really tested From Page 12 in the chest by an Iraqi scout for them that night,” the sergeant said. us,” the sergeant stressed. “We began questioning some of the providing security for the sergeant. Knowing the status of the victims fought our way in through heavy women, but soon received word that The assault force immediately pulled now, he said, “It was no surprise then enemy gunfire and grenades. We the house was wired with explosives. the individual from the water and that the women fled the objective along saved the life of an operator in the The team immediately evacuated rendered first-aid, saving his life. with their children at first opportunity.” gunfight, we chased down and everyone from the house. During the “As it turned out, the male hiding Upon removing this specific captured the (primary target), and evacuation, the team received word along the river bank was the main per- terrorist cell from the area, the team ultimately rescued 10 hostages.” that another terrorist had fled the area son we were after and the leader of the began to receive numerous reports Although the original mission of on foot during the initial assault. The terrorist cell,” the team sergeant said. from local Iraqis that detailed the Operation Falkirk had a considerably fleeing insurgent had entered an When the assault force returned extent of this group’s activities, different objective, the Iraqi forces adjacent canal and was hiding in to the target house, they discovered the sergeant said. The group was and the U.S Special Forces team thick reeds several hundred meters the women and children had run away, active for more than two years and said they are proud of the mission from the original objective. said the team sergeant. It wasn’t responsible for the murder of dozens they were a part of. Members of the Special Forces known until the following morning, of innocent Iraqis, including women, “We are just happy to know that team, together with Iraqi soldiers, when local villagers thanked the team children, and infants. They were we did things right that night by entered the canal in pursuit of the for freeing the captives, that the also reportedly responsible for allowing families to re-unite with fleeing terrorist. women and children had been held improvised explosive device their loved ones, saving the life of a In chest-deep water, a Special hostage for more than a month. activities and the murder and teammate, and executing another well Forces sergeant eventually located “Had the team known at the time beheading of at least 20 Iraqi police. planned operation,” the sergeant said. MOUNTAINEER Community Aug. 24, 2007 13 New military helpline Answers immigration, naturalization questions by Rebecca E. Tonn Mountaineer staff

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services recently launched a new military helpline for servicemembers and Family members trying to become U.S. citizens. “This is a dedicated, toll-free phone number and Web site for military personnel. The helpline is very user friendly, and it will be much easier for servicemembers and their Families to get assistance regarding immigration issues,” said Lori Barteau, relocation readiness manager for Army Community Service. Callers can receive assistance with: tracking applications for naturalization (form N-400); notifying immigration services of a new mailing address or duty station; checking the status of an application or petition; bringing a spouse, fiancé (e) or adopted child to the U.S.; obtaining posthumous citizenship for a deceased servicemember; and submitting an application for expedited processing.

Once a month, an immigration officer from Photo by Spc. Giancarlo Casem Denver comes to The Family Connection, building From left, Sgt. Roberto Caceres-Valencia, 1354, to answer questions about complex immigration Sgt. Erwin Durano, both with 3rd issues and check on the status of applications for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Battalion, 297th Infantry, and Sgt. Verena Soldiers and Family members, Barteau said. Services’ new military helpline is Gibbs, Joint Logistics Task Force 57, Call Barteau at 526-1070 for more information (877) CIS-4MIL (877-247-4645). swear their allegiance to the United States or to set up an appointment to meet with the Call Mondays-Fridays, as they take the oath of citizenship in a immigration officer. ceremony at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, June The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ from 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 29. Twenty-eight servicemembers gained Web site is www.uscis.gov/military. their citizenship during the ceremony.

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Chapel Schedule Chapel ROMAN CATHOLIC Protestant Women of the Chapel — Starting Day Time Service Chapel Location Contact Person Mon., Wed., Fri. noon Mass Healer Evans Army Hospital Fr. Gagliardo/526-7412 Tuesday PWOC meets from 9-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Tues., Thurs. noon Mass Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Chap. Goellen/526-5769 Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel. PWOC is open to all women Saturday 5 p.m. Mass Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Chap. Goellen/526-5769 Sunday 9:15 a.m. Mass Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Chap. Goellen/526-5769 of Fort Carson and the community. Sunday 10:30 a.m. CRE Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Pat Treacy/524-2458 Contact Jennifer Hinz at 559-5103 for more Sunday 11 a.m. Mass Healer Evans Army Hospital Fr. Gagliardo/576-7412 Sunday 11 a.m. Mass Provider Barkeley & Ellis Chap. Goellen/526-5769 information. Child care is provided, but children must be Tuesday 6:30 p.m. RCIA Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Pat Treacy/524-2458 registered with the Child Development Center and must Saturday 4 p.m. Reconciliation Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Chap. Goellen/526-5769 have a reservation; contact Liana Henkel at 559-8792. PROTESTANT Sunday 9 a.m. Protestant Healer Evans Army Hospital Chap. Cartee/526-7387 New Sunday evening Mass — There will be Sunday 9 a.m. Protestant Communion Provider Barkeley & Ellis Chap. Mitchell/650-8042 a Sunday evening Soldiers’ Mass at 6 p.m. at Soldiers’ Sunday 11 a.m. Protestant Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Chap. Hartz/526-8011 Memorial Chapel. This is on a trial basis through Sept. 16. Sunday 11 a.m. Prot./Gospel Prussman Barkeley & Prussman Chap. Borden/526-6263 Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sun. School Prussman Barkeley & Prussman Chap. Borden/526-6263 Registration —is now taking place for Catholic Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sun. School Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Dr. Scheck/526-5626 religious education. Forms can be picked up at Soldiers’ Tuesday 9 a.m. PWOC Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Chap. Hartz/526-8011 Tuesday 6 p.m. Adult Bible Study Soldiers' Nelson & Martinez Mr. Love/526-5229 Memorial Chapel. Sunday 11 a.m. Contemporary Veterans’ Magrath & Titus Chap. Lesh/526-8890 AWA NA — AWANA Clubs International is a Tuesday 7 p.m. PYOC Soldiers’ Nelson & Martinez Ms. Scheck/231-9511 Sunday 9 a.m. Samoan Veterans’ Titus Chap. Lesh/526-3888 nondenominational ministry whose goal is to reach JEWISH boys and girls with the gospel of Christ, and train For information and a schedule of Jewish Sabbath services, call the U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet Chapel at 333-2636. them to serve him. This is accomplished through a WICCA combination of Scripture memorization, Bible-based Monday 6:30 p.m. Building 4800, corner of Harr and O’Connell Rhonda Helfrich/338-9464B lessons, fast-paced games, and engaging times of NATIVE AMERICAN SWEAT LODGE Native American Sweatlodge ceremonies (He Ska Akicita Inipi) are offered to military dependents and Department of Defense personnel. These praise and worship, all liberally sprinkled with fun lodges are traditional Lakota spiritual ceremonies for cleansing, purification and prayer, and are fully sanctioned and supported by the Fort Carson and adventure. The Fort Carson AWANA Club is for Chaplain Command. Please call the following for information and directions: Charlie Erwin at 382-8177 or [email protected]; or Zoe Goodblanket at 442-0929. children from second through eighth grade. The club BUDDHIST meets at Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel 5-7 p.m Thursdays Saturday, Sunday Buddhist Temple eighth anniversary celebration 7525 Falcon Meadow Blvd. 495-5847/6365 off East Woodmen Road during the school year. AWANA teaches children that God is real and Daily Bible readings: To assist in regular Scripture The Army Cycle of Prayer municipal officials of the Ocean State. loves them. AWANA Clubs give children clear reading, the following Scriptures are recommended. Please pray this week for the Nation: For all union workers These Scriptures are part of the common daily lectionary, which following: in the United States, who produce guidance in a world of conflicting messages. Unit: For the Soldiers, Families many of our nation's durable goods. is designed to present the entire Bible over a three-year cycle. Registration is currently taking place for the and leaders of the U.S. Army Reserve Pray that by their toil in honest labor, 2007/2008 AWANA Club year. Forms may be Command headquartered at Fort our land would prosper and grow, and Friday McPherson, Ga., as they provide all our people might enjoy the fruits — picked up and dropped off at Soldiers’ Memorial Psalms 79, Monday — trained and ready units and individu- of their work. Chapel until Aug. 30. Job 7-9 Psalms 82, Job 16-18 als to mobilize and deploy in support Religious: For the women Saturday — Tuesday — of worldwide operations. of our chapels around the world, Volunteer positions are available. If you have a Psalms 80, Psalms 83, Job 19-21 Army: For all the Soldiers, non- who through prayer, study, heart for reaching children with the love of Jesus Job 10-12 Wednesday — commissioned officers and officers of service and leadership contribute Sunday — Psalms 84, Job 22-24 the Ordnance Corps, whose regimen- so much to the rich tapestry of faith and a couple of hours a week to give, join the team. Psalms 91, Thursday — tal home is at Aberdeen Proving in the Army. 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Soldiers of the 1-8th CAB take cover as they wait to be picked up after accomplishing their mission.

Photos by Michael J. Pach A CH-47 Chinook and two UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters fly troops from the 1st Combat Arms Battalion, 8th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, into Range 24 during an air-assault exercise. An "injured" Soldier is placed on a UH-60 Black Hawk for evacuation. by Sgt. Zach Mott Apache, Black Hawk and Kiowa helicopters. That combination, while common element an aerial insertion provides can help catch the bad guys in the act. 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division Public Affairs Office in Iraq, is scarce at Fort Carson, which is home to only one aviation squadron. “With the air (insertion) we’re able to drop right on top of the The aviation element from the 101st Airborne Division is currently insurgents and they have no time to egress,” said Staff Sgt. Atonasio Viera, a Ground and air forces merged on the training area of Fort Carson conducting high-altitude training at Fort Carson in preparation for its pending squad leader from Company A, 1-8th CAB. Aug. 7 as members of Company A, 1st Combat Arms Battalion, 8th Infantry deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Helicopter travel also allows the mechanized infantrymen to Regiment, 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division and The company jumped at the chance to train with an asset likely to be experience what is typically a light-fighter role. the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) conducted an air assault operation used during 3rd BCT’s upcoming deployment to Iraq. For a company that “Just because we’re mechanized doesn’t mean we can’t go in a on a mock Iraqi village. has welcomed 40 privates since returning from Iraq in November, this was helicopter,” Viera said. “We have to be flexible. An infantry Soldier, “The package that we got (today), as a company commander here also a chance to introduce a new concept to traditional ground pounders. either mechanized or light, has gotta be able to get out of a Bradley, a at Fort Carson, I probably would never see that again,” said Capt. David “Just loading and unloading the Black Hawks themselves is pretty hard helicopter or a 5-ton (truck).” Sandoval, commander, Company A, 1-8th CAB. “This is the first time that work,” said Spc. Brett Boldra, a team leader with Company A, 1-8th CAB. This event marks a return to training after the unit’s block leave I’ve seen that robust a package for a company-level operation.” The mechanized unit is used to maneuvering in Humvees and Bradley period. The road ahead includes small arms ranges, Bradley gunneries and a In addition to Sandoval’s company, the package included Chinook, Fighting Vehicles, but several combat veterans said the speed and surprise field training exercise as 3rd BCT prepares for its upcoming deployment to Iraq. Units merge

for A "wounded" Soldier is dragged to safety during an air assault air assault mission training mission.

An OH-58 Kiowa provides air support during training as Soldiers sweep the streets of "Al Qaimis" (Range 24). MOUNTAINEER 24 Aug. 24, 2007 Community MOUNTAINEER Community Aug. 24, 2007 25 Carson announces new PT Route 6:30-7:30 a.m.

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Reunion From Page 19 Police blotter “normal” for children acting out during the reunion transition. Toddlers and preschoolers may treat the returning parent like a stranger, The following crimes were committed on the Fort Carson installation since they may not recognize him or her. between Aug. 9-15. Nugin recommends the group hug approach: Desertion and AWOL crimes Property crimes alcohol by an underage person __3_ servicemembers were charged __1_ family member was the victim of __1_ servicemember was charged put your arm around the young child and then with AWOL – failed to go to a wrongful damaging of private with possession of a controlled hug the returning parent. Teenagers and older place of duty, for being absent property unlawful/forced entry substance without leave from their units __1_ servicemember was the victim children may understand duty and mission but __3_ servicemembers were charged of a wrongful damaging of Miscellaneous crimes show anger and fear by acting out. His advice: with desertion for being absent private property __1_ servicemember was charged with without leave from their units __2_ family members were the harassment — physical contact During the reunion, take things slowly when for more than 30 days victims of a larceny of private __2_ were charged with criminal getting reacquainted with your child. The __3_ servicemembers were charged property trespassing/theft with AWOL – surrendered to __4_ servicemembers were the victims __1_ servicemember was charged readjustment period generally lasts two months military/civilian authorities for of a larceny of private property with assault (3rd degree) for both adults and children. being absent without leave __2_ servicemembers reported the __1_ civilian was charged with assault from their units larceny of government property (3rd degree) Chris Barto’s wife recently joined the Army. __4_ servicemembers was charged __2_ servicemembers reported the __1_ civilian was charged with with desertion – apprehended damage of government property child abuse The couple is new to Fort Carson. Barto said he by civilian authorities __1_ servicemember was charged learned a lot from the workshop about what to Drug and alcohol crimes (not with harassment Motor vehicle crimes including motor vehicles) __2_ servicemembers were charged expect during deployment. __2_ servicemembers were charged __4_ servicemembers were charged with failure to obey order “There are a lot of resources and ways to get with driving under the influence with controlled substance or regulation (failure to register of alcohol violations weapon) prepared for deployment. It’s going to be tough, __1_ servicemember was charged __1_ servicemember was charged __1_ servicemember was charged but I learned a lot (today) about what to do with driving a vehicle while with drunk/disorderly conduct with failure to obey order or license was under restraint or __1_ civilian was charged with regulation (animal control) from hearing other spouses (share their stories). without valid drivers license illegal consumption of ethyl and obstruction of justice Communication (between a couple) is the main __1_ servicemember was charged with driving while ability thing,” Barto said. impaired by alcohol or drugs Obviously, Barto was listening when Nugin or both __1_ servicemember was a victim of said, “The key to surviving deployment is a traffic accident where the subject fled the scene of communication between Soldier and spouse and the accident between families and the support systems we __1_ servicemember was charged with alcohol related DUI per se/ have in our community. Anxiety is a natural negligent homicide/ false reporting and normal part of reunion. Reunion is really __1_ civilian was charged with a traffic accident resulting in the tough — it’s also an opportunity to grow. The damage of private property happiest couples I know tell me they have to __1_ servicemember was charged with a traffic accident, failed to work on their relationships,” Nugin said. yield the right of way

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Story and photo by Walt Johnson the team felt the reason it didn’t go farther last Mountaineer staff year was because of some shortcomings the team hopes to shore up this year. Monday and Tuesday night many of “We were pretty good last year but we had the teams that will battle for the post a couple of defensive lapses that cost us. We intramural football championship took the have made some changes and gotten some field and gave football fans here a preview of younger and quicker guys that should make what to expect in coming months. us better defensively,” Weller said. The passes weren’t as crisp as they will Eric Cohn, team captain for the Medical be in another few weeks and the defense Activities Department team, said this will wasn’t as good either, but it was great to be be a new year for MEDDAC and the results on the field and playing football, according to will show on the field for a team that is many members of the teams. looking to rebound from two mediocre seasons. Some of the teams at the Mountain Post “We can’t wait for the season to start Sports Complex football field Monday were because it builds morale for us to be able to there to get ready for games Tuesday night come out here and play against other units and to see what the rest of the teams in the and get to meet new people on post. We are league have to offer. looking pretty good right now and I believe Robert Weller is the coach of one of the that we will be a lot better than we were the teams that played Tuesday but were practicing previous few seasons. This team is more Monday and he said his team was more cohesive than the teams we have had in the than ready to take on the challenges the new past few years. Last year especially, we had season will bring. so many disagreements between us that I “We are here tonight practicing getting don’t expect to have this year. We will be ready to play tomorrow. We are out here to better because we are more organized and we get a feel for what the league will be like. can run with the best teams on the installation, We think we are going to have a pretty good as far as team speed goes,” Cohn said. team this year and we are excited to get Calvin Coates, Delta Company 1st started. We have a pretty awesome offense Battalion, 8th Cavalry, 3rd Brigade Combat led by our quarterback, Manny Otero, and Team, said one thing about this year is certain. some good trick plays that we will throw in “We are going to go all the way this year, Stephen Racks, right, gets a pass knocked away by this year,” Weller said. I guarantee that. We will have the number Christopher Mazander during intramural flag football Weller said his team was also at the field one defense in the league this year and this action Monday. to work on some defensive schemes because team has some incredible heart,” Coates said. Mountaineer Sports Feature

Scrimmage time Members of the Fountain-Fort Carson football team practice recently at the high school football field. The Trojans will host the Mesa Ridge Grizzlies tonight at 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. The Trojan freshmen team will play at 5 p.m. The varsity team will play at 6:30 p.m. and the junior varsity team will play at 7:30 p.m. Photo by Walt Johnson MOUNTAINEER 28 Aug. 24, 2007 Sports & Leisure On the Bench Sky Sox to honor Rai Henniger Saturday night by Walt Johnson support the troops and celebrate our Mountaineer staff freedom. The walk will begin at 10 a.m. and end at the post special The Colorado Springs Sky Sox events. After the walk, an afternoon will hold Rai Henniger Day Sunday of tributes is planned until the end of at Security Service Field. The Sky the day’s events at 5 p.m. For more Sox will play the Salt Lake Bees at information on the event or to get 1:05 p.m. in one of the last home games more information go to www.bhoc.us on the team’s regular season schedule. or call (303) 290-7412. The Sky Sox will hold an in-game The post outdoor swimming silent auction and post-game live pool will be adjusting its hours auction of sports memorabilia with all over the next few weeks. proceeds benefiting the Rai Henniger The pool will be closed after Family Fund. The Sky Sox will also Sunday until Sept.1 when it will be donate a portion of the day’s ticket open for the Labor Day Weekend. proceeds to the fund so fans will be The pool will operate on its normal able to help the Hennigers just by hours Sept. 1-3. After Sept. 3 the attending the game. outdoor pool will be closed for the Also as part of the celebration, season. All swimming activities will the entire Sky Sox front office staff be conducted at the post indoor will don Hawaiian shirts in honor swimming pool after the closing of of Henniger’s home state. Fans in the outdoor pool Sept. 3. attendance are encouraged to wear Cheyenne Shadows Golf Course Photo by Walt Johnson their favorite Hawaiian shirt as well. at Fort Carson is offering an Operation Hope will sponsor a opportunity for an active duty In the swim “Freedom Walk” on post Sept. 8. Soldier to get a start on becoming A youth enjoys the slide at the post outdoor pool Sunday. There are The purpose of the event, according rich and famous. The Long Drive only a few days left to enjoy the outdoor facilities as the indoor to organizers, is to remember Sept. 11, season is fast approaching. honor veterans and civil servants, See Bench on Page 29

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reserved infield area for their Bench family and friends for this From Page 28 weekend series with the Competition is open to male and Washington Nationals. female Soldiers, and is Saturday, The Nationals will play the from 3-6 p.m. Fort Carson is in a Rockies today through Sunday. zone competition with Army golf Game times will be 7:05 p.m. courses in Michigan, Washington, today, 6:05 p.m. Saturday and Hawaii and Alaska. Local 1:05 p.m. Sunday. competitions will have prizes for The tickets will be sold for $8 the first, second and third place per ticket, a discounted rate from winners: $300, $150 and $50, and the usual range of $17 to $28. To the first place zone winner goes take advantage of the offer, call the on to Mesquite, Nev., in October Rockies at (303) Rockies and state for the Military Division of the that you are a military member and competition. The Military Division provide reference number 741532. winner receives $10,000 cash and Basketball season is fast some television time. For more approaching and there is a details, call 526-4102. unique opportunity for military Cheyenne Shadows Golf women to take part in an exciting Course offers a clinic for women and competitive program. Any wanting to learn about golf. woman who is interested in Six sessions, each lasting playing on a Fort Carson womens about an hour, are offered starting basketball team should contact Monday. Participants will start Stephanie Timmons at 337-8888. with a facility tour, get information A new officials association, on all aspects of golfing, gain CSPN, is looking for new skills and take part in a small golf officials for the upcoming fall tournament. The clinic is for women sports season. and costs $35 for six sessions. Anyone interested in learning The Colorado Rockies or continuing to officiate will have some special ticket youth football, youth soccer, Photo by Walt Johnson events in the coming weeks for youth and adult volleyball, adult Golf lessons baseball fans. flag football and basketball Adele Snook, right, gets some advice from her brother-in-law Patrick Snook All military people can should contact Clyde Thomas at during a golf outing Sunday at Cheyenne Shadows Golf Course on post. purchase discount tickets in the [email protected] outfield box, pavilion and upper for more information. MOUNTAINEER 30 Aug. 24, 2007 Sports & Leisure

Mountaineer Athlete of the Week Steve Jordan Sports position: Intramural football player What got you started playing sports? When I was about 10 or 11 years old I decided to follow in my brother’s footsteps and play football. He was a star player in Columbus, Ga. and four years older than me. I had to follow in his footsteps but I enjoyed playing sports once I got into it. I had a chance to play against his team in a championship football game and they crushed us but it was good to play against him. What is your best personal sports moment? My best moment was when I was in Washington state and I was playing AAU ball. It was a memorable experience for me because I scored half my team’s points in basketball during the year. I also scored three times on a kickoff return, and interception and a touchdown. It took about 20 seconds of game time for me to score the touchdowns. What is your favorite professional sports moment? When the Cowboys signed Terrell Owens. We finally got a receiver that gave us the kind of threat we haven’t had since Michael Irvin played for us and took the pressure off the running game. Who would you like to meet in sports? I wish that Michael Vick would not have been guilty of the things he is charged with doing. He should not have done what he is alleged to have done but I wish the punishment wasn’t as harsh as it will be since he, is a first-time offender. Would you like to see anything in sports changed? Michael Jordan. People have always asked me if he was my uncle. I enjoyed the way he played and the way he made the clutch shots and especially the shot he made against Utah. Photo by Walt Johnson

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The Balloon Classic attracts early risers to Memorial Park. Spectators watch ballooners dip baskets into Prospect Lake.

Story and photos by Nel Lampe balloons, setting up propane Mountaineer staff burners, situating the large fans and readying passenger baskets. olorado Balloon Classic The first balloon is inflated was named one of the top at 6:40 a.m., followed by the Cevents in the nation for the mass ascension at 7 a.m. fifth time. It’s held in Memorial Park Soon dozens of balloons in Colorado Springs during Labor are floating above the park, Day weekend each year. A tradition hovering over Prospect for more 30 years, the event is free Lake or drifting southeast. and is Sept. 1-3. Spectators mill around the Memorial Park’s setting of large park, watching crews at trees, lots of grass and Pikes Peak in work, taking pictures, picking the background makes the Colorado favorite balloons or just watching Balloon Classic one of the prettiest the process of inflation. balloon fests around. Hot air balloons are inflated Start early for the park in order to when large fans blow air into find a parking place in the neighbor- the balloon envelope, which is hood. Bring lawn chairs or blankets then heated by propane burners. and settle on the grass to watch the As the balloon’s air becomes Balloon crews sometimes dip their basket into Prospect Lake before floating away from the balloons lift off. Bring food or stop by hot, the balloon begins to lift park, to the delight of spectators. one of the fest’s vendors. Hot coffee is and the crew brings it to a available along with typical fest food, standing position. When the balloon fest are mostly traditionally such as funnel cakes, muffins, balloon is fully inflated, the basket is shaped — much like a light bulb. doughnuts and bratwursts. There are attached to the balloon, the pilot and Some balloons are in special shapes, fried Oreos, Thai food and barbecue. crew climb into the basket, more sometimes designed to advertise a Concessions open at 6 a.m. Spectators heat is directed into the balloon company. Traditional balloons are are in the park well before dawn. and it begins to rise. A couple more eight to 10 stories high and special- Balloon crews are busy before shots of flame and it’s airborne. shape balloons may be much larger sunrise, spreading out colorful Balloons participating in the and take longer to inflate. This year’s fest includes special-shape balloons such as a moving truck, a cat, a sea serpent, a strawberry and others. The balloons in the Colorado Balloon Classic usually lift off in Spectators two waves. After the first wave of look inside balloons is airborne, more balloons a balloon and crews move onto the vacated being space, and the second set of balloon inflated crews begin inflation. during the Weather conditions are important 2006 to balloon pilots and fans. Sometimes, Balloon wind conditions, low visibility, or Classic at rain may delay takeoff. Memorial Park in Balloon launches are occasionally Places to see in the Colorado Pikes Peak area. Springs. See Balloon on Page 32 Aug. 24, 2007 MOUNTAINEER 32 Aug. 24, 2007

Above: Balloons rise from Memorial Park during inflation at the 2006 Balloon Classic. Right: A balloon pilot chooses a “cloudhopper” instead of a basket during his balloon flight in 2006.

“The Storys” present a concert Bring a stroller for Balloon from 8-9:30 a.m. at the showmobile younger children and From Page 31 stage Saturday. Sunday’s early leave the pets at home. delayed because of weather morning concert is by “One Way.” Pets aren’t allowed at conditions and are sometimes Monday morning’s concert is by the balloon fest and cancelled. Because the Colorado “Colorado Springs Conservatory.” neither is smoking. Balloon Classic runs for three days, The Colorado Balloon Classic People can buy a spectators have three opportunities has a children’s area, where balloon ride during the for good weather and balloon liftoff. youngsters can enjoy rock climbing, Balloon Classic. Call Once all 90 balloons are a bounce house and other activities. 578-0935 to inquire airborne, about 8 a.m., other Many spectators return or stop by the Balloon activities begin in the park, with Saturday and Sunday evening for Ride Concession music on the stage. the Balloon-Glo. A balloon-Glo Booth during the involves tethered balloons, balloon fest. Rides are which are partially $195 per person; must the park except for handicapped inflated and light up like be older than 13. and fest participants. Christmas tree bulbs when Memorial Park is on Pikes Peak Spectators must park along propane burners heat the Avenue, between Union Boulevard neighborhood streets. A few air. The balloons never and Hancock Avenue. Take Interstate parking lots are set up in the area leave the ground. 25 to the Bijou Exit, go south one that allow parking for a fee, but Concessions in the park block to Pikes Peak Avenue and go there’s usually adequate parking open at 4 p.m., followed east to the park – about 10 blocks. along the streets, although by a show by Red Herring Or take Highway 115 to downtown requiring a longer walk. Productions and a concert Colorado Springs to Pikes Peak There’s no entrance fee to watch by the “Legend Band” Avenue, then go east to the park. the balloons or entertainment. Bring Saturday night, and Sunday No parking is allowed in money for food and souvenirs. is another Balloon-Glo, again with performances by Red Herring Productions Just the Facts and “The Chordells” in • Travel time: 20 minutes concert. Again, the • For ages: all balloons will be laid out • Type: balloon fest and inflated. Thousands of • Fun factor: ★★★★★ (Out of 5 stars) balloon fans fill the park • Wallet damage: free entrance for the Balloon-Glo. $ = Less than $20 Souvenir programs are $$ = $21 to $40 sold throughout the park. $$$ = $41 to $60 Vendors sell T-shirts, $$$$ = $61 to $80 Fans watch balloons lift off from Memorial collector’s pins and other (Based on a family of four) Park during Balloon Classic 2006. Balloon Classic souvenirs. MOUNTAINEER Happenings Aug. 24, 2007 33

Fountain Fall Fest New theater performances Military families are invited to the A new performing theater group, Fountain Fall Festival Labor Day Weekend. JAKES, performs “You’re a Good Man The fest begins Sept. 2, with a barbecue Charlie Brown” at the Classical Academy, supper from 5-7:30 p.m., followed by live 975 Stout Road, today, Saturday and Aug. 30, Cheyenne Mountain Park music and a dance. Admission is $5 for adults 31 and Sept. 1, 2 at 7:30 p.m. Admission Cheyenne Mountain State Park honors and $3 for children under 10. The annual is $5 for children and military with military personnel Saturday and Sunday. pancake breakfast is at Fountain Middle identification; adult tickets are $8 at the door, Co- sponsored by the District Attorney’s School, 515 N. Santa Fe, 7-9:30 a.m.; adults cash only. Call 231-0441 for reservations. Office-4th Judicial District, the first 200 $5, children under 11 are $3. There’s a military with valid identification cards at the parade Sept. 3 at 10 a.m. followed by fun and Labor Day at Rock Ledge Ranch entrance gate will receive a free one-day park entertainment in Metcalfe Park, including music. Celebrate an old fashioned Labor Day pass. There’ll also be discounts at the visitor at Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site Sept. 3. center and door prizes. The park is open from Titanic exhibit at Museum A vintage-style baseball game between 7 a.m.-10 p.m. every day for hiking. The visitor Denver Museum of Nature and Science the Camp Creek Cloud Busters and the center is open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. has the display “Titanic: The Artifact Colorado All-Stars takes place, along with Exhibition” in the museum through Jan. 6, 2008. carnival games in the barn and pony and Colorado State Fair This popular exhibit includes artifacts from the wagon rides. Hear recitations of the The Colorado State Fair runs through wreckage. Admission to the Titanic exhibit is Declaration of Independence and the Sept. 3 at the State Fairgrounds in Pueblo. $10 for adults, plus regular admission. Student Gettysburg Address and visit the historic Gates are open 10 a.m. to midnight every tickets are $8 for the Titanic exhibit. Soldiers ranch. Admission is $2-$6; hours are day. Activities and attractions include: free and their immediate Family members receive 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The ranch is by the 30th Street entertainment, exhibits, livestock and a carnival. free admission to the museum with current entrance to Garden of the Gods. The carnival operates 2-11 p.m. Mondays- identification, and will have to pay only for Thursdays; 10 a.m.-midnight Fridays-Sundays. admission to the special exhibit. For more A Taste of Colorado Rides are $1 each, or a wristband is $25. information go to www.dmns.org. The popular downtown Denver fest is in A variety of free entertainment is in the Civic Center Park at Colfax Avenue and Entertainment Tent and on the Pepsi Stage. Molly Brown Museum Broadway. It features 50 food booths from local Gate entry Fridays-Sundays is $8 for adults, Denver resident Molly Brown was a restaurants, seven stages of entertainment, along and $5 Mondays-Thursdays; children under survivor of the Titanic disaster. Programs with carnival rides, exhibits, arts and crafts. 6 are admitted free with a paying adult. related to the Titanic Exhibit are at the Molly There’s free admission. The fest begins Aug. 31, To see the schedule of free entertainment, go Brown House Museum, 1340 Pennsylvania 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Sept. 1, 2, 10:30 a.m.-10 to Coloradostatefair.com. Tickets for concerts St. in Denver. An Unsinkable Activities Tent p.m., and Sept. 3, 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m. For are at Ticketmaster, call 520-9090. Concerts will be on site. Admission to the Molly Brown parking, choose one of the commercial lots include Josh Turner, Clay Walker, Daughtry, House Museum is $6.50 for adults, and $3 downtown and take the free 16th Street Mall Weird Al Yankovic, Peter Frampton, Los for ages 6-12. Tours of the house are 9 a.m.- Shuttle to the Civic Center Station or park at Lonely Boys and the Doobie Bros., Ted 4 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. Sunday Coors Field ($5) and take the free festival shuttle. Nugent, as well as rodeos. hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Compiled by Nel Lampe MOUNTAINEER 34 Aug. 24, 2007 Happenings Pvt. Hazard by James Boroch

Photo courtesy Steve Bigley Colorado State Fair The Colorado State Fair, one of the oldest state fairs in the nation, is now under way. The fair runs through Sept. 3 at the fairgrounds in Pueblo. It’s a good place to see farm animals, entertainment, exhibits and and go to a carnival. The carnival operates 2-11 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays; 10 a.m.-midnight Fridays-Sundays. Go online to Coloradostatefair.com for information.

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CREEK TERRACE CLAREMONT RANCH CREEK TERRACE “The Fairfax” 7222 Araia Dr. • $239,500.00 “The Freemantle” 4 Beds, 3 1/2 Baths, 2 Car, 2 Story, $237,770.00 • 7198 Araia Drive Upper Level Laundry. 2 Story, 2 Car Garage, 4 Beds, 2 1/2 Baths, Formal Full Finished Basement! Living & Formal Dining + Family Rm with Gas /RWLV6T)W Fireplace, 5 Pc Master Bath, Upper Level Laundry, Un Finished Sq. Ft. 1,498/Total Sq. Ft. 2076 ¿QLVKHG%DVHPHQW/RWLV6T)W)LQLVKHG Sq. Ft./2598 Total Sq. Ft. “The Fairfax” 7262 Araia Dr. • $223,450.00 “The Cape York” MULE DEER CROSSING $227,450.00 • 7839 Parsonage Lane 3 Beds, 2 1/2 Baths, 2 Car, 2 Story, “The Ian Point” 3 Bed, 2 ½ Bath, 2 Car Garage, 2 Story Home; Partial “The Cape York” )XOO8Q¿QLVKHG%DVHPHQW 7167 Araia Drive • $229,000.00 Garden Level, Formal Living Room, Vaulted Ceilings, 3965 Reindeer Circle • $259,950.00 Upper Level Laundry. 3 Bed, 2 ½ Bath, 2 Car Garage, 4 Level Home 8Q¿QLVKHG%DVHPHQW 3 Bedrooms, 2 ½ Baths, 2 Car Garage, 2 Story, Full /RWLV6T)W Master Bedroom Has Private 5 Piece Master Bath, FREE upgraded Carpet Pad & Microwave. Basement With Rec Room Finish, Sprinkler Stub. Finished Sq. Ft. 1,498/Total Sq. Ft. 2070 Upgraded Tile in Master Bath, Upgraded Carpet Pad + Full Appliance Pkg. 1666 Finished Sq Ft/ 2476 Total Throughout, Upgraded Tile in Kitchen and Master + Front Yard Landscaping w/Sprinkler System! 1524 Finished Sq Ft/ 1924 Total 1666 Finished Sq Ft/2476 Total Sq Ft “The Cape York” 3628 Reindeer Circle • $249,950.00 CLAREMONT RANCH 3 bed, 2 ½ bath, 2 car garage, 2 story )XOO8Q¿QLVKHG%DVHPHQWRQD:DON2XW/RW “The Brandy Station” Sprinkler Stub. 8061 Parsonage Lane • $207,900.00 1666 Finished Sq Ft/2476 Total 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car Garage, 4 Level Home, 9DXOWHG&HLOLQJV8Q¿QLVKHG%VPW “The Fairfax” FREE Microwave + Full Appliance Pkg. 3616 Reindeer Circle • $234,950.00 + Front Yard Landscaping w Sprinkler 3 Bedrooms, 2 ½ Baths, 2 car garage 2 story System )XOO8Q¿QLVKHG%DVHPHQWRQD*DUGHQ/HYHO/RW 1327 Finished Sq. Ft/1666 Total Sq. Ft. “The Brandy Station” ZLWK9LHZV6SULQNOHU6WXE 1496/2076 Sq Ft 7856 Parsonage Lane • $207,450.00 “The Middleton” 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car Garage, 4 Level Home “The Cape York” 9DXOWHG&HLOLQJV8Q¿QLVKHG%DVHPHQW 7862 Parsonage Lane • $211.400.00 7175 Araia Drive • $235,660.00 FREE upgraded Carpet Pad & Microwave. Homes Available in 6WRU\Z%HGV%DWKV 3 Beds, 2 1/2 Bath, Nice Open 2 Story Home, + Full Appliance Pkg. 2 Car Garage. Vaulted Great Rom w/FP, Box 8Q¿QLVKHG%DVHPHQW&DU*DUDJH + Front Yard Landscaping w/Spr. System! August :LQGRZLQ'LQLQJ5P3F0DVWHU%DWK0DLQ Upgraded Tile 1666 Finished Sq. Ft., 2,476 Total 1327 Finished Sq Ft/ 1655 Total /HYHO/DXQGU\%UXVKHG1LFNHO)L[WXUHV WOODMEN HILLS FREE Microwave + Full Appliance Pkg. MULE DEER CROSSING “The Trenton II” + Front Yard Landscaping w Sprinkler 12094 Rio Secco Rd. • $308,850.00 System 5DQFKZLWK6WXFFR5RFN&DU*DUDJH%HGURRPV /RWLVVTIW 3 Baths, Fireplace with Raised Hearth, Island in ¿QLVKHGWRWDOVTIW Kitchen, Bay Window in Great Room, Finished Base ment. Lot size 12,052 sq. ft.; “The Melbourne” 2542 Finished sq. ft. / 2836 Total sq. ft. 8049 Parsonage Lane • $227,200.00 6WRU\&DU%HGV%DWKV9DXOWHG “The Pemberton” CLAREMONT RANCH /LYLQJ5P0DVWHUKDVSF%DWK6LWWLQJ5RRP and Loft w/Fireplace, Large Kitchen w/Island. 7207 Araia Drive • $260,100.00 “The Meadow Brook” %HGV%DWK&DU5DQFK(DWLQ1RRN9DXOWHG FREE Microwave + Full Appliance Pkg. 7851 Parsonage Lane. • $208,400.00 Ceilings, Upgraded Granite Kitchen Tile, Main + Front Yard Landscaping w Sprinkler Lvl Laundry, Great Rm w/Fireplace, Full Finished FREE Microwave + Full Appliance Pkg. System Basement w/2nd Fireplace, Upgraded Carpet & Pad “The Port Royal” + Front Yard Landscaping w Sprinkler System /RWLVVTIW 7KURXJKRXWVTIWORW7RWDOVTIW $239,950.00 • 7317 Running Deer Way Ranch, 2 Car, 2 Bed, 2 Baths, Vaulted Ceiling, 4 Bed + Loft, 2 ½ Baths, 2 Car Garage 2 Story, Upper Great Rm w/FP & Bay Window, Main Level Laundry, Finished Sq. Ft./2408 Total Sq. Ft. WOODMEN HILLS /HYHO/DXQGU\)RUPDO/LYLQJ )DPLO\5P8Q¿QLVKHG 0DVWHUZLWK3FDQG:DON,Q&ORVHW)XOO8Q¿Q Basement, Sprinkler Stub. %DVHPHQW*DUGHQ/HYHO/RWLVVTIW WOODMEN HILLS 1902 Finished Sq Ft/2536 Sq Ft 1061/Total sq. ft. 1997 “The Camden” 11710 Rio Secco Rd. • $323,190.00 6WRU\6WXFFR5RFN&DU%HGV Homes Available in 2 1/2 Baths, FP in Great Rm; September 0DLQ/HYHO/DXQGU\+XJH0DVWHU /RWLVVTIW CREEK TERRACE ¿QLVKHGWRWDOVTIW “The Middleton” “The Charleston” 7214 Araia Drive • $219,450.00 11698 Rio Secco Rd. • $304,155.00 “The Fairfax” %HGURRP%DWK&DU6WRU\+RPH Ranch w/Stucco/Rock, 2 1/2 Car Garage, “The Alexandria” Vaulted Ceiling on Main Level, Box Window in 3 Beds, 2 Baths, FP in Great Room, Main Level 8918 Oakmont Road • $274,450.00 3634 Reindeer Circle • $236,800.00 3 Bed, 2 ½ Bath, 3 Car Garage 2 Story 3 Bedrooms, 2 ½ Baths,2 Car Garage, 2 Story 'LQLQJ0DVWHUZSF%DWK /DXQGU\+XJH.LWFKHQZ%UHDNIDVW%DU &RUQHU/RW8Q¿QLVKHG%DVHPHQW 8Q¿QLVKHG:DON2XW%DVHPHQW:LWK9LHZV Main Level Laundry. /RWLVVTIW 1910 Finished Sq Ft/ 2848 Total Sprinkler Stub. 1496/2076 Sq Ft ¿QLVKHGVTIWWRWDOVTIW ¿QLVKHGWRWDOVTIW

Woodmen Hills Mule Deer Crossing Creek Terrace Claremont Ranch 11952 Royal County Down Road 3989 Reindeer Circle 7111 Araia Drive 2301 Springside Drive 495-4267 570-7232 382-9130 638-9989 Woodmen & Meridian Marksheffel & N. Carefree Fountain Mesa & Araia Drive Marksheffel & Constitution

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