Vol. 75, No. 10 March 10, 2017 In your face

March 10, 2017Vol. 75, No. 10

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Spring forwardSet clocks ahead one hour before going to bed Saturday

In your face

Photo by Spc. Anthony Bryant

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ANTALYA, Turkey — The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff met with his Russian and Turkish counterparts here Tuesday to discuss the situation in northern Syria.

Marine Corps Gen. Joe Dunford, Gen. Valery Gerasimov of the Russian army and Gen. Hulusi Akar of the Turkish army are looking to enhance senior-level communications and operational decon-fliction of military operations in Syria, Joint Staff officials said.

It is a measure of the success that forces are having in countering the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) that the conversation is necessary, officials said, adding that operations in Manbij and Bab in northern Syria have created a crowded battlespace.

Forces are crowding ISIS, especially around Bab. Army Lt. Gen. Steven Townsend, commander, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve, told Pentagon reporters March 1 that all the forces acting in Syria “have converged literally within hand-grenade range of one another.”

At the end of February, Turkish and Turkish proxy forces converged with Syrian regime and Syrian proxy fighters, with ISIS in the mix, officials said, and Peoples’ Protection Units, Syrian Democratic Force fighters and Syrian Arab Coalition fighters also are close together.

“We’ve seen Syrian regime forces advance through ISIS-held villages to essentially rifle range or hand-grenade range with Syrian Arab Coalition fighters holding the area around Manbij,” Townsend said March 1.

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At a glanceMilitary ‘Mountain Medics’ welcome new enlisted leader CSM Smith replaces CSM Baller — Page 5 Military Briefs Services available on Fort Carson — Page 8 Captain mentors cadets Capt. Thomas Lenz speaks with Virginia Tech

students — Page 11 NATO allies synchronize capabilities U.S. and Polish troops conduct a combined arms

live-fi re exercise — Pages 16-17

Community Investigators mend lost and found system Program managed by Fort Carson Police/Provost

Marshal Division — Page 13 Program provides more extensive services AMIOP offers Soldiers alternatives — Page 14 Community Briefs Announcements pertaining to Fort Carson — Page 15 The Journey (Chapel series) Irish potatoes and Belleek China — Page 18 Chapel Briefs and schedule Religious information pertaining to Fort Carson — Page 18

At Ease Globetrotters to wow Colorado Springs Courtside antics, sharpshooting coming to Broadmoor

World Arena — 1 Cross chasm on America’s highest bridge Royal Gorge Bridge spans 955 feet above Arkansas

River — Page 21 Beyond the gate Activities available outside Fort Carson — Page 22 Within the gate Activities available on Fort Carson — Page 24

Sports Warriors tackle Spartan workout Nearly 300 take on challenge at McKibben Physical

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National Nutrition Month

‘Put best fork forward’ Megan Mannina

Clinical dietitian, Evans Army Community Hospital

March is National Nutrition Month, a great time to refl ect on the diet and lifestyle choices made so far this year to determine whether they have moved you in a positive direction toward your goals. This year’s theme, “Put your Best Fork Forward,” stresses that every bite counts, and that even small changes over time can lead to vast improvements in health and well-being.

Start by focusing on the following highlights of this year’s theme.

Eat a variety. Are you getting bored with your food choices? Do you feel like you eat the same thing every day? Switch it up. Instead of your typical egg sandwich in the morning, try a breakfast burrito with spinach,

onions and mushrooms in a whole grain tortilla with eggs or hearty oatmeal with nuts and cinnamon to warm up a cold winter morning.

Cook more at home. Not only will this save money in the long run, but eating out can cause you to consume more calories, sodium and saturated fat overall. By cooking at home you have complete control over what goes into your food. Are you nervous to cook a new ingredient such as fi sh? Now is the time to try it. Make an aluminum foil tent, place the fi sh inside, garnish with lemon and seasonings and bake until tender. Pair with roasted asparagus and a steaming hot baked potato (skin on) for a complete meal. The entire meal can be made in the oven at the same time.

Eat the right amount. This can be tricky if you have never counted your calories or even know how many calories are appropriate. Instead of stressing about calorie

counting, shed excess calories by increasing vegetable intake overall. Vegetables are very low in calories, but high in fi ber, which helps you feel full and satisfi ed. Even if your goal is weight loss, starving is never the answer. When in doubt, add more vegetables to your meal.

Exercise. There is no way to escape exercise or no magic pill that replaces it. No matter how perfect your diet, exercise is still a crucial component to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Exercise helps with issues such as insulin resistance, diabetes, weight gain, stress, sleep issues and chronic pain. Start with a simple walk, most days of the week and notice how much better you look and feel.

Consult a professional. A registered dietitian is a wonderful and free resource you can utilize to get on, or stay on, track toward your health goals. Call the Evans Nutrition Care Division at 526-7290 to schedule an appointment with a dietitian.

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Carson kicks off AER 75th anniversarytor and photo gt. 1st Class Tre Marris

4th Infantry Division Public Affairs Offi ce

Soldiers and leaders from across the 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson gathered at the Elkhorn Conference Center March 6 to kick off the annual Army Emergency Relief (AER) campaign.

For 75 years AER has been providing Soldiers and their Family members fi nan-cial assistance in the form of grants, interest-free loans and scholarships. The AER program was established Feb. 5, 1942, in the District of Columbia, with the purpose of relieving fi nancial dis-tress to Soldiers in the Army. Since that time, AER has added over 15 different fi nancial categories where Soldiers and Family members can apply for assistance. The campaign theme for this year is “A Legacy of Caring.”

Maj. Gen. Ryan F. Gonsalves, com-manding general, 4th Inf. Div. and Fort Carson, stressed the importance of having this type of program to help Soldiers and their Families in times of need.

“This is about Soldiers helping Soldiers. Just like we fi ght with those to our left and right on the battlefi eld, we will do the same here at home,” Gonsalves said. “During my 32 years of service, I have seen many of our Soldiers benefi t and overcome diffi cult situations due to the generosity of this program.”

Because AER relies on donations from Soldiers and retirees, Frederick G. Lewis, AER offi cer for Fort Carson, said

the installation goal this year has been set at $150,000. He added that Soldiers can see their unit AER campaign rep-resentatives or visit https://www.aerhw.org to donate to this year’s campaign.

Garrison Command Sgt. Maj. David K. Burton and a level 2 case reviewer talked with attendees about AER’s reach.

“I have the fi rsthand experience, some-times on a daily basis, of reviewing the

cases of our Soldiers, Family members and retirees requesting assistance from AER,” Burton said. “Over the last few months it has become apparent to me that not one rank is immune to fi nancial tragedy.”

He added that Soldiers and leaders need to have the tough conversations about fi nances and maybe avoid the possibility of needing help from AER, but it is comforting knowing that, if needed,

AER is there to help.“We talk to a lot of Soldiers and their

Families every day, so if we really want to make a difference, we need to get the message out there,” Burton said. “We can help this legacy continue.”

Since its inception, AER has provided more than $1.7 billion in assistance to over 3.7 million Soldiers and their Families.

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tor and photo Capt. Malcolm Rios3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division

GRAFENWOEHR TRAINING AREA, Ger-many — Tank and maintenance crews from 1st Battalion, 66th Armor Regiment, are giving their M1A2 Abrams main battle tanks a buffed up look that improves the overall defensive capabilities of the tank.

The 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, crews serving as the initial ABCT rotational force in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve began installing the Abrams reactive armor tile (ARAT) system to tank hulls and turrets Feb. 28.

“The ARAT adds extra layers of protection to the tank and the crew members,” said 1st Sgt. Ryan Dilling, Company B, 1st Bn., 68th Armor Reg. “They are placed on both sides of the hull and turret. The reactive tiles prevent penetration of various weapon systems, such as (rocket-propelled grenades).”

Beefing up U.S. armor also serves as a greater deterrent to acts of aggression against NATO nations as the 3rd ABCT rolls out stronger tanks to conduct training with allies throughout central and eastern Europe, Dilling said.

The addition of the angled tiles to the tanks has been a cooperative effort with Tank-automotive and Armaments Command (TACOM), said Maj. David

Campbell, battalion operations officer.“TACOM maintenance workers welded the brackets

to hold the tiles on the tanks. After completion of the bracket welding, tank crews are then responsible for installing the reactive tiles,” Campbell said.

Dilling noted the tiles will help in both rural and urban terrain.

“The purpose of angled tiles is so that a blast will go down or upwards, which will allow the impact to deflect outward rather than at the tank crew,” he said.

Campbell said the angles of the tiles can be repo-sitioned depending on the situation.

“If you have dismounts on the ground and they’re working in close proximity of the tank, you’d want to angle the tiles down so if there was a blast, it would go out and down to minimize the effect against Soldiers nearby,” he said.

“If you were in an urban environment and you had adversaries shooting from second or third stories or even on rooftops, and the tiles were activated, the blast would push out and upwards toward the threat.”

Capt. James England, commander, Company B, 1st Bn., 68th Armor Reg., said the ARAT adds protection while not inhibiting tank speeds.

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This is a dangerous situation, Joint Staff officials said, and chances for mistakes multiply. Some Russian and Syrian regime aircraft mistakenly bombed a village that Syrian Arab Coalition forces had liberated from ISIS. American forces were near the scene, but were not affected by the mistake.

While the United States and Russia maintain senior- level lines of communication as appropriate, including decon-flicting aerial and ground operations, the Defense Department suspended military-to-military cooperation with the Russian armed forces after the illegal attempted annexation of Crimea in Ukraine.

This is the second time in a month that Dunford has met with his Russian counterpart. He and Gerasimov met in Baku, Azerbaijan, Feb. 16.

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Hiring freeze suspends some child care servicesDirectorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation

Due to the additional impact of the federal hiring freeze on the existing staffing challenges within the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Child and Youth Services (CYS), hourly care at the Timberline Child Development Center (CDC) and outreach child care services across the installation will be suspended effective Friday.

The Ivy CDC will continue to offer hourly care spaces. CYS outreach services impacted include Army Community Service child care, chapel care, military balls, caring Saturdays and child care support to various non-CYS facility-based care.

Suspension of these services is necessary to prioritize the continued delivery of mission- critical full-day child care. All available staff from nonmission-critical CYS programs will be used to support full-day child care operations until suitable staffing levels return.

Staff-to-child ratios are mandated by Department of the Army child care standards, and although the hiring freeze exemptions for child care positions have now been approved, the vetting and background check process for child care workers takes a minimum of four to six weeks before new staff can be on-boarded. Additional time is then required once on-boarded, for training of staff before members can be assigned to work in a facility, and staff still remain under line of sight supervision (LOSS) until such time as background checks have been cleared.

The process for hiring child care staff became significantly more restrictive in 2013 when new background check procedures were put in place to reduce unnecessary risk to children in care. These measures were put in place to ensure only those individuals with cleared backgrounds and who are deemed suitable to work with children are hired and trained to work in CYS. New staff members are brought on board under LOSS until all required local and national background checks are completed. For staffing purposes, it takes two staff members who are under LOSS to fill one staff space until cleared from LOSS. This process takes approximately 75 days.

Once the appropriate number of additional staff members are hired, on-board and trained, hourly care at Timberline CDC and Outreach child care programs will resume operations. The anticipated date to resume these programs is May or June.


Military‘Mountain Medics’ welcome new enlisted leaderStory and photo by Scott PraterMountaineer staff

Soldiers, Families, friends and Fort Carson leaders gathered to bid farewell to 10th Combat Support Hospital Command Sgt. Maj. Matthew P. Baller and welcome Command Sgt. Maj. Steven J. Smith during a change of responsibility ceremony at the William “Bill” Reed Special Events Center March 2.

With many of Fort Carson’s top leaders in attendance, including Maj. Gen. Ryan F. Gonsalves, 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson com manding general, Col. Mark A. Stevens, 10th CSH commander, presided over the ceremonial passing of the command’s colors, symbolic of the transfer of responsibilities for the health, welfare and readiness of the unit’s Soldiers and Families. Smith comes to Fort Carson from Fort Bliss, Texas, where he was the chief clinical NCO at the William Beaumont Army Medical Center.

“Command Sgt. Maj. Smith comes to us highly regarded by the Medical Command team with years of experience in all leadership capacities and with multiple deployments and operations around the world,” Stevens said. “I’m confident that he is up to the task of training and caring for our Soldiers, leaders and Families while accom-plishing the mission of the 10th CSH.”

During the next 90 days, Smith will be responsible for the unit as it redesignates to the 10th Field Hospital under a new force design update following an Army initiative for all

combat support hospitals.“It is an honor to have the opportu-

nity to serve as the 10th CSH command sergeant major,” Smith said to Stevens. “I realize we have a lot of work cut out for us, such as continuing the herculean task of a force design update … Never-theless, we have a brilliant road ahead of us and I am looking forward to this ride as your new battle buddy.”

Baller took responsibility for the 10th CSH in April 2015.

“A few months after arriving at Fort Carson, Command Sgt. Maj. Baller deployed as the CSH task force

commander in support of Operation Spartan Shield,” Stevens said. “While deployed to Kuwait, Baller ensured that Task Force 10 exceeded standards in its mission to provide role-3 Army health systems capability both in Kuwait and while reinforcing medical augmen tation support to Operation Iraqi Resolve. Throughout his tenure, his constant improvements in Soldier quality-of-life initiatives, incentives and promotions influenced a 100-percent re-enlistment success rate.”

Stevens went on to mention Baller’s excellent teaching, coaching and

men toring skills during the deploy-ment and several 10th CSH missions and activities during the past two years.

“He directly contributed to the success of the Army’s first field hos-pital force design update, requiring a thorough analysis and synchronization of over 300 personnel and 2,500 pieces of equipment,” Stevens said. “He served 24/7 to improve standards, discipline and readiness within the 10th CSH formation and has been completely committed to mission accom plishment, Soldier devel-opment and Family care during his tour in 10th CSH.”

Command Sgt. Maj. Steven J. Smith addresses Fort Carson leaders, Soldiers and Families of the 10th Combat Support Hospital during a change of responsibility for the unit at the William “Bill” Reed Special Events Center March 2. Smith assumed responsibility for the 10th CSH from Command Sgt. Maj. Matthew P. Baller.


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Every day across the U.S., people from all walks of life make a commitment to enlist into the U.S. Army. After enlistees sign their commitment paper-work, they become Future Soldiers in the Delayed Entry Program, waiting to leave for Basic Combat Training.

Nineteen Future Soldiers from the Colorado Springs area participated in a unique training event Saturday at Pershing Field as former drill sergeants, now senior NCOs, from across the 4th Infantry Division led a simulated version of basic training.

Staff Sgt. Derik M. Moody, recruiter, Colorado Springs Recruiting Company, Denver Recruiting Battalion, said the purpose of training with drill sergeants was meant to expose Future Soldiers to the typical stressors of basic training.

“(As recruiters,) we teach them drill and ceremony, rank struc-ture, physical training,” said Moody. “We’re getting their minds and bodies ready for basic training. We do this on a weekly basis so it sticks. We don’t want to send them to basic training with a blind eye.”

The Colorado Springs Recruiting Company coordinated with senior NCOs who’ve fulfi lled special duty assignments as

drill sergeants to train prospective recruits with the intimidating instructional style specifi c to drill sergeants.

“I was nervous at fi rst,” said Tanner Dana, high school senior and Future Soldier. “Once the initial shock wore off, I just did what they told me and didn’t mess up.”

From Dana’s experience, those considering joining the Army are discouraged from enlisting because they don’t know exactly what they’re getting themselves into. Dana added that having sergeants who are willing to take the time to show prospective recruits that it will be tough, but manageable, allays those fears.

Sgt. 1st Class Orlando Soto, infantryman,

Company C, 1st Battalion, 41st Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team,

4th Infantry Division, provides stern guidance to Future Soldiers from

Colorado Springs on their push-up form at

Pershing Field Saturday.

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Former drill sergeants prep Future Soldiers

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UH-60 crew visits JROTC studentsStory and photo by Sgt. Gregory T. Summers4th Combat Aviation ri ade Public Affairs Office 4th Infantry Division

COLORADO SPRINGS — Smiles and cheers were not hard to come by as a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter crew landed at Widefield High School’s athletic field Feb. 22.

Soldiers assigned to Company B, 3rd Assault Helicopter Battalion, 4th Aviation Regiment, 4th Combat Aviation Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, provided a hands-on experience with Army aviation to nearly 150 Navy Junior ROTC cadets.

Sgt. Dwayne Parker, UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter crew chief, said he enjoyed meeting with the cadets and answering their questions about the Army, the aircraft and the military in general.

“It was exciting to get out here and meet with these students and get involved within our surrounding community,” Parker said.

The helicopter crew gave guided tours of the

aircraft, posed for photos with the cadets and answered as many questions as time would allow during their visit.

“It’s great for our kids to literally reach their hands out and ‘touch’ the Army and military life,” said Retired Marine Corps Maj. Mark Davis, senior naval science instructor for Widefield High School’s Navy Junior ROTC Program. “It’s an opportunity for them to decide if this is something they would be interested in doing with their lives after graduating.”

Seaman Apprentice Summer Childress, a

sophomore, said seeing the helicopter up close was a dream come true.

“Just sitting in it was a step closer to actually flying,” Childress said. “This may be the only opportu-nity I may have to sit in a helicopter, and I am thankful that these Soldiers came out to visit us today.”

The visit was mutually beneficial said Parker. “They probably look up and see us flying day in and

day out, but to get the aircraft this close to them, it’s a unique opportunity for both the school and us,” Parker

said. “These kids wanted to know everything that we do, and it left me with a great feeling of pride. I’m thankful to have been a part of this.”

The cadets formed up for a group photo with the helicopter and its crew before marching to a safe distance to watch the Black Hawk take off for its return to Fort Carson.

“We had a great time with these Soldiers and their Black Hawk, and we are looking forward to doing this again,” Davis said. “We are extremely thankful.”

A helicopter crew assigned to Company B, 3rd Assault Helicopter Battalion, 4th Aviation Regiment, 4th Combat Aviation Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, provides an up-close look at a UH-60 Black Hawk to Navy Junior ROTC cadets after landing at idefield igh School in Colorado Springs Feb. 22.

“ It’s great for our kids to literally reach their hands out and ‘touch’ the Army and military life.”

— Retired Marine Corps Maj. Mark Davis

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Hours of operationFort Carson Retirement Services — operates Monday-

Thursday in building 1525 room 308, and Friday in building 1218, room 305A. Hours are from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. and the phone number at both locations is 526-2840.

Soldier for Life Transition Assistance Program (SFL-TAP) — has combined several services at one location and is open Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; it is open training holidays but closed on federal holidays. Call 526-1002/6465 to schedule a predeployment brief or a professional development brief. Visit http://facebook.com/FortCarsonSFLTAP for upcoming job fairs and job postings.

• SFL-TAP Center, building 6237, room 100, 1626 Elwell Street near Carson Middle School, 526-1002 — services include a computer lab to complete the preseparation video at http://www.sfl-tap.army.mil; initial coun seling Tuesday from 8-9:30 a.m. and 2-3:30 p.m.; Wednesday-Thursday from 8-9:30 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m. and 2-3:30 p.m.; and Friday from 8-9:30 a.m.; Individual Transition Plan/CAPSTONE review Thursday from 1-2 p.m.; and clearing (only location to clear), Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Transition services in building 6237 — include mandatory weekly five-day program which covers transition overview, Military Occupational Skill Crosswalk, financial planning, U.S. Department of Labor employment workshop and Veterans Affairs benefits; career counseling; transition resources; job fairs, resource fairs and Employer Days.

• Transition services in building 1118, room 133 — Biweekly elective classes available following the five-day TAP program include social networking, Bring Your “A” Game, employer day, advanced résumé, federal résumé, interview techniques and dress for success. Two-day tracks consist of entrepreneurship and technical.

• Soldier Family Assistance Center, building 7492, 524-7309/7310 — services are for Warrior Transition Unit Soldiers.

Joint Personal Property Shipping Office (JPPSO) — is open Monday-Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in building 1012.

Logistics Readiness Center Supply and Services• Central issue facility, building 1525 — Monday-

Friday, 7:30 a.m. to noon and 12:30-4 p.m. Last customer is served at 3:30 p.m.

• Reparable exchange/directed exchange or turn-in — Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to noon and 12:30- 4 p.m. on a walk-in basis. For faster turn-in service, call 526-3321 for an appointment.

• Ammunition supply point, building 9370 — Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m. Last issue/turn-in to ASP is at 2:30 p.m.; exceptions coordinated on case-by-case basis.

• Subsistence Support Management Office, building 350 — Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to noon and 12:30-4 p.m.; call 526-4086/5195.

• Post Supply Support Activity, building 330

— Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to noon and 12:30-4 p.m. Last customer served at 3:30 p.m.; call 526-9094.

• Installation Property Book Office, building 330 — Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to noon and 12:30- 4 p.m.; call 526-5984.

• Post Laundry, building 310 — Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to noon and 12:30-4 p.m. Last customer served at 3:30 p.m.; call 526-8803.

• Bulk fuel point — Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to midnight.• Hazardous Material Control Center, building

400/406 — Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact administration operations at 526-5349 or the warehouse at 526-2979.

DPW Work Management Branch — located in building 1219, is responsible for processing work orders — Facilities Engineering Work Requests, DA Form 4283 — is open for processing work orders and other in-person support from 7-11:30 a.m. Monday-Friday. Afternoon customer support is by appointment only, call 526-2900.

Medical Activity Correspondence Department office hours — The Correspondence (Release of Information) Office in the Patient Administration Division hours are Monday-Wednesday and Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; closed all federal holidays. Call 526-7322 or 526-7284 for details.

DPW Work Management Branch, building 1219 — is responsible for processing work orders — Facilities Engineering Work Requests, DA Form 4283 — is open for processing work orders and other in-person support from 7-11:30 a.m. Monday-Friday. Afternoon customer support is by appointment only, call 526-2900.

Briefings Casualty Notification/Assis tance Officer training

— The 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson com manding general has directed all Soldiers, sergeant first class through command sergeant major, chief warrant officer 2-5 and officers, captain and above, to attend Casualty Assistance Officer and Casualty Notification Officer Training. The three-day training course is held monthly at

Veterans Chapel. Soldiers must register through their school NCO. Call 526-5613/5614 for details.

Retirement briefings — are available at http://www.carson.army.mil/dhr/DHR/MPD/PPB/Retirement Services.html. Call 526-2840 for more information.

ETS briefings — are available at http://www.carson.army.mil/dhr/DHR/MPD/PPB/Transitions.html. Call 526-2240/ 8458 for more information.

Reassignment briefings — visit http://www.carson.army.mil/dhr/DHR/MPD/PPB/Briefings/Levy.html.

Army ROTC Green-to-Gold — briefings are held the first and third Tuesday of each month at noon at the education center, building 1117, room 120. Call University of Colorado-Colorado Springs Army ROTC at 262-3475 for more information.

Disposition Services Colorado Springs — located at 1475 Wickersham Blvd., in building 324, con-ducts orientations by appointment. The orien tations discuss Disposition Services’ processes to include turning in excess property, reutilizing government property, web-based tools available, special handling of property and environmental needs. To schedule an orientation training, call 352-4186; for receiving/turn-in questions, call 526-9689; for environmental questions, 526-0289; and reutilization/transfer/ donation RTD, call 466-7002.

Ongoing Veterans in Piping — United Association (UA) Veterans

in Piping (VIP) program is an intense, accelerated training program in the field of pipe welding. This program is designed for active-duty service members transitioning from the military with a separation/ retirement date of plus or minus one month of the class end date. Upon successful completion of the full-time, 18-week training program training, each graduate is placed in a five-year UA apprenticeship program with guaranteed job placement. Graduates can be placed in over 300 locations across the United States. The next class is scheduled for May 1 to Aug. 31. Information sessions are held on the first Friday of each month at 9 a.m. in the Education Center, building 1117, room

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Veterans resource fair —The Mt. Carmel Center of Excellence hosts at veterans resource fair March 24 from 9 a.m. to noon. The YMCA will host free yoga classes at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Refreshments will be provided. The center is located at 530 Communication Circle in Colorado Springs. Call 309-4714 for more information.

U.S. Army Warrant Officer Recruiting Team — will conduct briefings on qualifications and application procedures to become an Army warrant officer Tuesday to March 16 at 10 a.m. and noon in building 1117 room 202C. For more information, contact Chief Warrant Officer 3 Tivon London at 808-371-9691 or tivon.d. [email protected]; Staff Sgt. Jon McCoy at 253-888-1933 or [email protected]; or

visit http://www.gowarrantnow.com.Transitioning Soldiers sought for veterans service

representatives positions — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), in partnership with Fort Carson, will be training eligible and selected transitioning service members in VA com pensation claims procedures with the ultimate goal of hiring them to fill positions as veterans service representatives (VSR). The 12-week training program is designed to provide participants with necessary skill sets. VSRs work in veteran service centers across the country and serve as the primary contact for veterans concerning VA compensation or pension claims. The next class will be May 2 to July 20. An information session is scheduled for March 16 at 9 a.m. in the Education Center, building 1117, room 203B.

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At the conclusion of the training, the Future Soldiers had the opportunity to ask the former drill sergeants questions about what to expect in basic training.

Sgt. 1st Class Phillip B. Caldwell, infantryman, Company C, 1st Battalion, 41st Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, said the Future Soldiers need to understand what it means to be in the Army and he hopes they learned something from the training event.

“You’ve got to meet the fear and recognize it within yourself,” he said. “Overcome that fear and take that step. (Basic training) will be a one-day-at-a-time process.”

Moody said the Colorado Springs Recruiting Company plans to collaborate more often with drill sergeants in training Future Soldiers.

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Future Soldiers hold the front-leaning rest position at Pershing Field Saturday.


CAPTAIN mentors CADETSBy 1st Lt. Colin SimsarianAssistant intelli ence officer 2nd ri ade Engineer Battalion, 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division

Capt. Thomas Lenz recently returned to his alma mater to speak with the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets in Blacksburg, Virginia.

A senior military college, Virginia Tech has a corps of cadets that comprises all branches of the service and a civilian corps track that graduates cadets with leadership experience into the civilian sector. The corps is roughly 2,000 strong and is the enduring tradition from the founding of the university in 1872.

As part of course requirements, cadets have to complete a leadership lab that often features speakers and is designed to work with the cadets on becoming well-rounded, proactive leaders. Each semester, the cadets conduct the Lt. Timothy Price Gunfighter’s panel, named in honor of the 2001 graduate who spoke at the first Gunfighter panel and was killed during a deployment to Iraq. Alumni are invited back to the university to speak about leadership, deployment experiences and to answer questions cadets may have about military life.

Lenz, a 2008 graduate and com-mander, Company D, 52nd Brigade

Engineer Battalion, 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, was selected along with Marine 1st Lt. Austin Dickey to speak to the cadets Feb. 16.

“It is always an honor to be asked to speak to the cadets,” said Lenz. “I strongly believe in the importance of mentorship and counseling; it is essential for our young leaders to hear about what is happening in the military right now from someone who is currently serving on active duty.”

Lenz shared his leadership experi-ences over the past nine years and encour-aged the cadets to test their leadership styles while in the controlled setting of Virginia Tech. He spoke about his deployment and lessons learned as a young lieutenant arriving to his first unit.

After the panel, Lenz met with many of the cadets and discussed the challenges of transferring from armor to military intelligence, materials the cadets can read to better prepare themselves for becoming Army officers and answered a variety of questions from the cadets.

During a dinner with the cadets, Lenz and Dickey shared the importance of mentorship and counseling. They both stressed that the cadets must start their professional development now in order to better prepare themselves for becoming officers.

Dickey shared how hectic his days are and how detailed it is to plan train-ing. He emphasized how the stresses of the military will far surpass what the cadets are currently experiencing.

Lenz told the cadets that it has been “truly amazing” how quickly the past nine years have gone by as he served as a battalion intelligence officer, brigade assistant intelligence officer and now company commander.

Photos by Shay Barnhart

Capt. Thomas Lenz, commander, Company D, 52nd Brigade Engineer Battalion, 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, shares his military experiences with the corps of cadets at Virginia Tech Feb. 16.

Capt. Thomas Lenz,

commander, Company D,

52nd Brigade Engineer

Battalion, 2nd Infantry

Brigade Combat Team,

4th Infantry Division,

addresses the corps of cadets at Virginia Tech

Feb. 16. The 2008 alumnus

shared his military

experiences with the cadets as part of their leadership lab.


203B. Service members can also meet with UA representatives on the second and fourth Fridays at 9 a.m. at Soldier for Life Transition Assistance Program, building 6237, room 207.

Directorate of Public Works services — Services range from repair and maintenance of facilities to equipping units with a sweeper and cleaning motor pools. Below are phone numbers and points of contact for services:

• Facility repair/service orders — Fort Carson Support Services service order desk can be reached at 526- 5345. Use this number for emer-gencies or routine tasks and for reporting wind damage, damaged traffic signs or other facility damage.

• Elevator maintenance — Call the Fort Carson Support Services service order desk at 526-5345.

• Refuse/trash and recycling — Call Eric Bailey at 491-0218 or email

[email protected] when needing trash or recycle containers, trash is overflowing or emergency service is required.

• Facility custodial services — Call Bryan Dorcey at 526-6670 or email [email protected] for service needs or to report complaints.

• Motor pool sludge removal/disposal — Call Dennis Frost at 526-6997 or email [email protected].

• Self-help — Call Terry Hagen at 526-9262 or email [email protected] for tool sign-up and assistance/guidance.• Troop construction — Call

Tony Haag at 526-2859 or email [email protected].

• Base operations contracting officer representative — Call Dan Jahnke at 524-0191 or email [email protected] for questions on snow removal, grounds maintenance and contractor response to service orders.

• Portable latrines — Contact Jerald Just at 524-0786 or [email protected] to request, for service or to report damaged or overturned latrines.

• Signs — Call Jim Diorio, Fort Carson Support Services, at 896-0797 or

524-2924, or email [email protected] to request a facility, parking or regulatory traffic sign.

Sergeant Audie Murphy Club — The Fort Carson Sergeant Audie Murphy Club meets the second Tuesday of each month from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Evans Army Community Hospital in the Aspen Room. The club is named after Audie Leon Murphy, the most highly-decorated Soldier in American history. To be a member, a Soldier must be recognized as an NCO of the highest quality, demonstrating both leadership and performance. Armywide, SAMC membership reflects the top 1 to 2 percent of NCOs. Email [email protected] for more information.

Claims Office hours — are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m., located on the first floor of building 6222, 1633 Mekong St. Shipment under Full Replace Value claimants must report the additional loss or damage listed on After Delivery Form 1851 directly to the transportation service provider by fax or report on the Defense Personal Property System line within 75 days. Claims must be submitted through http://www.move.mil within nine months for FRV com pen sation for certain items. All other claims, submit to Fort Carson Claims Office within two years of delivery or date of incident. Direct questions to 526-1355.

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Maci Blackman, 5, and her dad, Sgt. Wade Blackman, 64th Brigade Support Battalion, 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, watch as former Navy SEAL commander and author Rorke Denver signs a copy of his book, “Worth Dying For,” at the Fort Carson Exchange Sunday. Denver was at the Exchange signing his second book, he applies his “SEAL-sense” to nine big-picture, news-driven questions of war and peace.

enver’s first book, “Damn Few,” was on the New York Times best seller list. He was also in the hit film Act of Valor.”

Investigators mend lost and found systemBy Scott PraterMountaineer staff

There are lots of good Samaritans at Fort Carson. Judging by the items turned into the post’s lost and found program, someone submits a lost item nearly every day. Last week, the program managed by the Fort Carson Police/Provost Marshal Division received a pellet rifle, two key chains with car fobs, two walking canes and a silver ring among other items.

Capt. Darrell Robertson, chief of military police investigations, said in the past most items went unclaimed. But, since the military police investigations section began managing the program in late 2015, rightful owners of lost items stand a much better chance of getting their property back.

“We revamped the whole process of how items are collected, processed, stored and disposed,” Robertson said. “I think it was somewhat disorga-nized before. Now, we’ve narrowed it down to a more efficient process.”

Detectives started by cleaning out backlogged material that hadn’t been claimed and then developed a plan to handle newly received property.

“Once we check material in, we log it and then attempt to figure out if it’s identifiable to an owner. If it is identifiable, we contact the owner and have (him) come by the station in building 2700 and sign for it. If an item is not identifiable, it’s placed in the lost and found and stored for 45 days.”

Items that are military in nature, such as vests, packs and equipment, are logged and sent straight back into the Army system. Serial numbers are helpful in determining the owning unit and unit leaders are then asked to come sign for their property.

“We’ve seen a vehicle radio mount turned in, for example,” Robertson said. “If it’s government prop-erty, it’s put right back into the government system.”

Items received at the lost and found run the gamut. Robertson indicated that the program receives a lot of keys, cell phones, wallets and other personal items, some of which are difficult to connect with a specific person.

After an item has been in lost and found for 45 days, detectives begin working disposal procedures. Some items, such as backpacks, have to be rendered unusable, while other items with value are cycled through the found property disposal board. Value items are released to the Defense Reutilization and

Marketing Office and they go into the system for sale or auction.

Other than the knowledge of doing a good deed for their fellow Soldiers and Families, finders are not rewarded with unclaimed items. No item can be returned to a finder.

Though many lost items go unclaimed, Robertson said the detectives have occasion-ally sent found items to owners in other states.

“We had a computer tablet in the program for a long time and got a call from a woman who described the item

for us over the phone,” Robertson said. “We found a charger that fit it and she relayed her (personal iden-tification number) to us, so we were able to unlock it. That’s the key aspect to returning an item — an owner needs to be able to tell us identifiable informa-tion about it. The fact that she told us the PIN was enough for us to know that the tablet was hers. So we packaged it up and shipped it to her in Florida.”

Detectives also charge lost cell phones if they can find the correct charger and then search through contacts on the phone in an attempt to find the owner.

“Of course, this is an additional duty for us, but through or process, I think we’ve been able to get more stuff back to its owners,” Robertson said. “We don’t want items sitting here in lost and found when they can reasonably be returned to owners.”

The MP lost and found program can be contacted at 526-0616 and is located inside the Fort Carson Police Station in building 2700 off of Christie Street.

“ We revamped the whole process of how items are collected, processed, stored and disposed … we’ve narrowed it down to a more efficient process.”

— Capt. Darrell Robertson


Program provides more extensive servicesStory and photo by Jeff TrothU.S. Army Medical Department Activity-Fort Carson Public Affairs Offi ce

Fort Carson Soldiers have an additional option for beating substance abuse. The Addiction Medicine Inten-sive Outpatient Program (AMIOP) offers Soldiers an alternative to once a week or 24/7 inpatient services.

“Prior to the start of AMIOP on Fort Carson, the substance abuse program was doing what we consider traditional outpatient treatment,” said Eva Martinez-Klich, chief of Evans Army Community Hospital’s AMIOP. “Soldiers were seen one or two times per week for their drug or alcohol addic tion. If they required more inten-sive services, we would send them to a civilian organization off post. Now we have a third option available for them.”

AMIOP began on the Mountain Post Feb. 6, and is currently only

available for active-duty military. Instead of the one or two hours a week, Soldiers now meet individually and in group sessions three hours a day, three days a week.

The sessions are twofold — teaching and therapy. The Soldiers learn how addictions progress and what a brain looks like after the use of drugs or alcohol, and therapy sessions are geared to changing the patients’ thinking and behavior.

One Soldier chose AMIOP to help kick his alcohol habit after he was command referred to the substance abuse program.

“The program is great, and I got the help I needed to quit cold turkey and I am getting the support I need to stay sober,” the Soldier said. “I have built bonds with the others in my group therapy sessions. Since we all have the same problems we know what each other is going through

and are here to help each other if we come upon a rough time.”

The program is set up so that Soldiers can enter treatment at any time, some may be on their fi rst week of recovery while others could be on their sixth week. Martinez-Klich said this allows individuals just beginning recovery to learn from those who have been in the program.

One of the goals of AMIOP is to improve Soldiers’ life skills and promote their resilience by helping them to identify the stress triggers that lead to their substance abuse.

“We are teaching them to identify when they are stressed out, what caused it and alternative coping skills besides alcohol and drugs,” said Martinez-Klich. “We want to change the way they think, to help them identify their triggers.”

The program’s chief said that for some the stress trigger could be arguing

with their spouses and their normal reactions would be to drink or turn to drugs. During the AMIOP sessions, Soldiers learn coping skills that help them communicate with others without arguing, and they learn how to avoid the stress triggers that led to their addiction.

The Soldiers also learn that in order to kick their habit, they may have to change who they hang out with. Martinez-Klich said that it is diffi cult to quit drinking when friends always have a drink in their hand.

The program also incorporates alternate therapy, such as yoga and nutrition counseling, to show participants other ways to change their behavior.

“Because of my drinking, I lost interest in hobbies I used to enjoy,” said the Soldier. “Since starting AMIOP, I have taken back up some of them. Right now, I am in the middle of building a diesel truck and it is keeping my mind pretty occupied.”

The program is not only designed for those trying to overcome substance abuse, but also as the next step after completing inpatient treatment.

“In a traditional 28-day inpatient treatment program for drugs and alcohol the patient is removed from all their stressors during treatment,” said Martinez-Klich. “Life has many stressors that the patient does not have (to deal with) when they are in an inpatient program. AMIOP helps them transition from full-time hospital treatment by gradually decreasing their treatment while at the same time giving them the opportunity to work on their stressors, learn coping skills and support structures while they are here.”

In the future, Evans hospital’s Addiction Medicine Intensive Outpatient Program will offer even more intensive services, 8 hours a day, 5 days a week, for those who need it.

Martinez-Klich hopes to one day offer the program to Family members and retirees.

“AMIOP allows us to provide the appropriate level of care for our Soldiers, by giving them more contact with their provider,” said Martinez-Klich. “It is defi nitely a good addition to the services that are already here on Fort Carson.”

Call the Behavioral Health Addiction Medicine Clinic at 526-2862 for more information.

Addiction Medicine Intensive Outpatient Program counselors David Stewart and Laura Wesselhoff lead a session on alcohol and drug addictions at Evans Army Community Hospital.


Claims to the estateSpc. Timothy Squires — With deepest regret to

the Family of the deceased. Anyone having claims against or indebtedness to his estate should call 1st Lt. Matthew Doll at 524-0721.

General announcementsFlu shots available — Patients enrolled with

designated primary care clinics are encouraged to request their flu shots with any scheduled appointments. Clinics may have specified times for walk-in flu vaccinations, so beneficiaries are encouraged to call their clinic directly or 524-CARE (2273) and ask for the clinic’s available flu vaccination walk-in times. Children with a pediatric clinic appointment and any accompanying siblings are encouraged to get their flu vaccinations during the visit. Pediatrics will provide walk-in flu vaccinations on a space-available basis weekdays from 8-11:30 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m. Flu Mist will not be offered this year. Soldiers will receive their flu shots with their units. Visit http://www.cdc.gov/flu for current flu information.

Missed hospital appointments — When someone is a no-show for a medical appointment, it means that two people missed out on that appointment. A habitual no-show can take up to five slots with rebooking their appointments, denying several patients the opportunity to receive the care they need. Evans Army Community Hospital beneficiaries have four ways to cancel an appointment. They can call the clinic, the Patient Access System appointment line at 526-CARE (2273), online at TRICARE Online or via phone when the automated AudioCARE calls a few days before the appointment.

Donated annual leave for Fort Carson civilian

employees — is currently being accepted for the following civilians who have exhausted all available leave because of medical emer gencies under the Voluntary Leave Transfer Program: Carmelita Carrillo and Brenda Hart, Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation; David Grant, Denver Recruiting Battalion; Eric Lewis, Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security; Donna Soria, Directorate of Public Works; Chad Staggs, Directorate of Emergency Services; and Rhonda Welles, Space and Missile Defense Command. Any Army appropriated fund civilian employees wishing to donate annual leave must complete the OPM Form 630a found at http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf(underscore)fill/opm630a.pdf. Non-Army appropriated fund civilian employees from another federal agency interested in donating leave must complete the OPM Form 630b found at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf(underscore)fill/opm630b.pdf and provide it to their civilian personnel/HR office for annotation. Both forms must then be forwarded to Irma Otte, Fort Carson Civilian

Personnel Advisory Center, via fax at 526-6128 or via email at [email protected] with the subject line “VLTP.” Otte can be reached at 719-526-9341. Anyone experiencing a medical emergency and about to exhaust leave can contact the CPACManagement Employee Relations team at 526-8317/1006/1336/4270.

Extended hours clinic — Evans Army Community Hospital has opened its new Premier Extended Hours Clinic at the Colorado Springs-based Premier Medical Home. The clinic is open Monday-Friday from 4-9 p.m., except federal holidays. Patients must have scheduled appointments at this time. The Extended Hours Clinic will provide medical services to active-duty military personnel, their Family members and TRICARE Prime beneficiaries. TRICARE Standard patients are not eligible. The clinic also provides basic laboratory and pharmacy services, however, it does not provide emergency services, pharmacy refills, specialty care or

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Federally Employed Women (FEW) holds its Rocky Mountain Regional Training Program — for federal and nonfederal employees March 24 at Embassy Suites, 7290 Commerce Center Drive in Colorado Springs. Registration begins at 7 a.m. and workshops are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost is $80 for active-duty military, $120 for FEW members and $140 for everyone else, and includes breakfast, lunch and snacks. Register at http://www.rockymountainfew.org. Call Linda Kopman at 719-488-3926 for more information.

Spouse competitive employment — Spouses of active-duty service members upon arrival to

new duty stations from the contiguous U.S. may apply for competitive employment under Executive Order 13473. There is a two-year restriction from the date of the sponsor’s order to use the authorization. Spouses returning from overseas may apply under Executive Order 12721, which gives three years to use the authorization. Spouses of a veteran with 100 percent service connected disability may be eligible for employment under different circumstances. The Employment Readiness Program, Army Community Service, Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, can assist spouses in applying for education and employment; call 526-0452/0467.

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Feature16 MOUNTAINEER — March 10, 2017 17March 10, 2017 — MOUNTAINEER

By Sgt. Justin Geiger 7th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment

SWIETOSZOW, Poland — U.S. Soldiers from Fort Carson and Polish troops conducted a combined arms live-fi re exercise March 1 at the Presidential Range Complex in Swietoszow, Poland, to strengthen allied capabilities as part of Operation Atlantic Resolve.

U.S. cavalry scouts assigned to the 4th Squadron, 10th Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, integrated with Polish soldiers from the 1st Battery, 10th Armored Cavalry Brigade, who provided artillery, an unmanned aerial vehicle observing U.S. mortars and a decontamination platoon.

Maintaining combat readiness is a top priority for both the U.S. Army and Polish army. Training with allies in Europe provides unique opportunities to hone skills and retain the ability to shoot, move and communicate as a combined arms team, said Lt. Col. Chad Foster, commander, 4th Sqdn. 10th Cav. Reg.

“Interoperability is readiness,” he said. “Over the next month each troop will continue to partner with a Polish unit within 10th Armored Cav. Bde. There are some niche capabilities they are teaching us, and some that we are teaching them. It’s a tremendous opportunity — we’ve done a lot more together than we anticipated.”

During the combined exercise the troop commanders were forced to process the squadron’s operations order and manage multiple U.S. and Polish assets, which included a Polish 2S1 fi eld artillery

platoon and a Polish chemical platoon. This simulated scenario required each commander to rapidly respond to an advancing mechanized infantry battalion.

Throughout the live-fi re, troop commanders, leaders and their troops had to face and overcome a variety of issues on the fl y. This real-world training environment helped compile solutions to shape communication requirements and improve battle drills.

“It’s all about putting pressure on the young offi cers and leaders plus our next echelon up with the squadron staff,” said Foster “We are putting an emphasis on making checks and establishing proper communications.”

The 4th Sqdn. 10th Cav. Reg, and 10th Armored Cav. Bde. are making strides toward interoperability by continuously training together and implementing innovative solutions to common gaps.

Capt. John Moffett, commander, Headquarters and Headquarters Troop, 4th Sqdn., 10th Cav. Reg., said training alongside an enthusiastic NATO ally to identify system communication gaps and integrate common procedures helps strengthen relationships between U.S. and Polish forces.

“We have a lot of Polish support right now, and they’re excited about training together, and we’re excited to have them participate,” said Moffett. “Having the ability to build systems that improve communication and sustain readiness increases the confi dence we have in each other. If we had to face a near-peer adversary we wouldn’t have to learn it,

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A Polish 2S1 122 mm self-propelled howitzer crew aggressively maneuvers to its fi ring position in support of 4th Squadron, 10th Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, during a combined arms live-fi re exercise at the Presidential Range Complex in wietos ow, Poland, March 1.

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Pvt. Elisha David-Perra, calvary scout, 4th Squadron, 10th Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, observes for potential enemy reconnaissance forces during a com ined live-fi re exercise March 1 in Swietoszow, Poland.

U.S. Soldiers from 4th Squadron, 10th

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Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry

Division, and Polish troops with 1st Battery, 10th Armored Cavalry

Brigade, conduct decontamination

procedures during a combined arms live-fi re exercise

March 1 at the Presidential Range

Complex in Swietoszow, Poland.

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NATO allies synchronize capabilities

“ It’s a tremendous opportunity — we’ve done a lot more together (with the Polish) than we anticipated.”

— Lt. Col. Chad Foster


Commentary by Lt. Col. Tim MeadorDeputy garrison chaplain

Potatoes were the staple diet of the rural population of Ireland in the mid-19th century. The weather in 1845 appeared to be favorable for a bumper crop but when harvest season rolled around, the digging of potatoes revealed little more than a black gooey mess.

The Irish Potato Famine from 1846-1851 caused a 30-percent drop in

the population of western Ireland. The prolonged suffering of the Irish peasantry was severe.

The blight on potatoes was carried by a then

unknown air fungus. About that

same time, John Bloomfi eld inherited his

father’s estate, the Castle Caldwell in

County Fermanagh, Ireland. The story goes that while

he was working on the recovery of his lands and hoping to fi nd employment for his “potato-starving” tenants, he noticed the exteriors of the small cottages on his property had a vivid white fi nish. He soon learned there was a clay deposit on his property of unusually fi ne quality. To generate revenue and provide employment on his estate, he built a pottery at the village of Belleek in 1857. The extraordinarily fi ne clay yielded a porcelain china that was translucent with a glasslike fi nish. The china was an immediate success. Today, Belleek China is known for its delicate strength and iridescent pearled glaze. It is prized the world over.

The ability to see an opportunity in the ordinary is the secret to entrepreneurial success. Pain is often the driver. If you fi nd yourself facing a diffi culty today, consider that you might be right where you are supposed to be. The prophet Jeremiah was in prison when God told him, “Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know,” Jeremiah 33:3.

God gives ideas and breakthrough solutions. He guides to opportunity and new beginnings, but new prospects are often born in adversity. The pain of the moment can fool you; it may well be the pathway to a God-sized solution.

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Facebook — Search “Fort Carson Chaplains (Religious Support Offi ce)” for events and schedules.

Chapel NeXt — meets at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday at the Religious Education Center, building 1853. Contemporary worship, children’s ministry and biblical preaching is offered during both services. Youth group meets Sunday at 6:30 p.m. Visit the Chapel NeXt Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/#!/chapelnextfortcarson for more information.

Religious Education class — Classes are held from 10:30-11:50 a.m. throughout the school year for preschool (at least 4 years old) through high school. Registration is also being held for adults seeking to be confi rmed in the Catholic church. These classes are held on a weeknight. Contact Pat Treacy at 524-2458 or [email protected] for details.

Catholic Women of the Chapel — Child care is available by emailing children’s names and ages to [email protected]. CWOC meets Wednesday from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel; call Victoria Arellano at 210-900-6221 or email [email protected].

Protestant Women of the Chapel — meets Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. to noon at Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel. Free child care is available. Email [email protected] or visit “PWOC Fort Carson” on Facebook for details.

Native American prayer/spiritual services — The He Ska Akicita (White Mountain Warriors) hosts Inipi (sweat lodge) services at Turkey Creek Ranch on a biweekly basis. Services provided inside and outside the sweat lodge include prayer and purifi cation, blessing of protection, and continued spiritual and emotional support to military members. The ceremonies are conducted in traditional Lakota style — they are not New Age or Earth-based ceremonies. There is no charge to attend the Inipi. Call Michael Hackwith at 719-285-5240 or Kevin Cheek at 405-313-8049 for more information and protocols.

Knights of Columbus — a Catholic group for men 18 and older, meets the third Wednesday of the month at Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel; call 526-5769.

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Chapel scheduleCatholicSoldiers’ Memorial ChapelNelson Boulevard and Martinez Street

• Saturday, 4:15-4:45 p.m., reconciliation, 526-8583

• Saturday, 5 p.m., Mass, 526-8583

• Sunday, 8:15-8:45 a.m.,

ProtestantHealer Chapel (Traditional)Evans Army Community Hospital• Sunday, 9 a.m., worship, 526-7386

Prussman Chapel (Gospel)Barkeley Avenue and Prussman Boulevard

• Sunday, 9:30 a.m., Sunday school, 526-5744

• Sunday, 11 a.m., gospel, 526-9640

Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel (Multi-denominational Worship Celebration)Nelson Boulevard and Martinez Street

• Sunday, 11 a.m., worship, 524-4316• Tuesday, 9 a.m., PWOC, 524-4316

Religious Education Center – Chapel NeXtHogan Street and Barkeley Avenue

• Sunday 9:30 and 11 a.m., 526-8889

Eastern OrthodoxFort Carson does not offer Eastern Orthodox services on post. Call 719-473-9238 for off-post services.

JewishFort Carson does not offer Jewish services on post. Contact the U.S. Air Force Academy Chapel for Jewish services information at 333-2636. The chapel is located at 2346 Academy Place on the U.S. Air Force Academy.

Islamic

Meets once or twice monthly and upon special request. Contact Michael Hackwith at 719-285-5240 or Kevin Cheek at 405-313-8049.

Fort Carson does not offer Islamic services on post. Contact the Islamic Society at 2125 N. Chestnut, 632-3364, for information.

Latter Day SaintsSunday worship is from 1-4 p.m. at Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel, near the post exchange. Contact Branch President Jeff Hanni at 435-890-3155 or Capt. Marc DeLuca at 254-226-4677.

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Easter sunrise service setThe Chapel Next staff will sponsor an Easter sunrise

service April 16 at Founders Field. The service begins at 6:15 a.m. with a free fellowship breakfast immediately following at the Religious Education Center, building 1853, behind Prussman Chapel. Contact Heidi McAllister, director of religious education, at 526-5744 or [email protected] for more information.

Volunteers sought for VBS“Maker Fun Factory: Created by God, Built for a

Purpose” is the theme for this year’s Vacation Bible School June 5-9 at the Religious Education Center, building 1853. Children ages 4 through completing the fi fth grade are invited to attend. Volunteers are needed to make the week of fun with games, outdoor activities, crafts, Bible stories and lots of singing happen. Contact Pat Treacy, director of education, Religious Education Offi ce, at 524-2458 or [email protected] for more information.

RSO adds 2nd day camp Fort Carson’s Religious Support Offi ce will

sponsor Eagle Lake day camps at Fort Carson for the sixth year. Due to high demand, a second week of camp will be added this summer. Camps for ages 7-12 will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 24-28 and July 31 to Aug. 4. Camps include worship, outdoor games, crafts, lunch and small group activities. A small, nonrefundable camp fee is due at the time of registration that begins May 1. Contact Heidi McAllister, director of religious education, at 526-5744 or [email protected] for more information.

reconciliation, 526-8583• Sunday, 9 a.m., Mass, 526-8583• Sunday, 10:30 a.m., religious

education, 524-2458• Sunday, 10:30 a.m., RCIA,

524-2458• Monday-Friday, 11:45 a.m.,

Mass, 526-8583

• Wednesday, 9:30-11:30 a.m., CWOC, 526-5769

Healer ChapelEvans Army Community Hospital

• Sunday. 11 a.m., Mass, 526-7386• Monday-Thursday and fi rst

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Veterinary clinic hours — The Fort Carson Veterinary Center, 1535 Sheridan Ave., building 6190, is open 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday and closed on federal holidays. The center offers wellness exams, vaccinations, microchip implantation, dental appointments and sick call as well as some surgeries, including spaying and neutering. It also has X-ray, ultrasound and other advanced imaging capabilities. Call 526-3803/4520 for information or to make an appointment.

Patient Portal Secure Messaging — is a patient- centric secure messaging platform that enables patients to directly communicate securely via the internet with their primary care provider team to receive advice on minor medical issues, chronic disease management, test results, appointment requests, medication refills and other health care needs. Patients can access Patient Portal Secure Messaging from a smartphone, tablet or desktop computer. It is a valuable service that helps save time and money by eliminating trips to the military hospital or clinic. Patients can reduce unnecessary appointments and stress by communicating virtually and directly with their health care team. Talk with your provider or

care team to enroll or if you are one of the 1.6 million Military Health System beneficiaries that has an existing Patient Portal Secure Messaging account, bookmark https://mil.relayhealth.com to continue communicating securely with your health care teams. Learn more about this change at http://sites.mckesson.com/milpatients/.

Lactation support — Call 526-0330 to schedule an outpatient lactation support appointment Monday-Friday between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the Mountain Post Birthing Center (MPBC), located on the third floor of Evans Army Community Center. The MPBC offers two breastfeeding support groups that meet the first Tuesday and third Thursday of each month from 3:15-4:15 p.m. in the OB-GYN clinic’s classroom. Breastfeeding classes are available on the first Thursday and third Tuesday of each month from 4-6 p.m. in the OB-GYN classroom. Significant others are encouraged to attend these events.

Civilian Assistance Services — provides short-term assistance to Department of the Army Civilian employees, active-duty spouses and Family members, and retired military personnel and eligible family members with adult living problems, substance use concerns and issues affecting workplace productivity and well-being. Worksite interventions are offered and consul tation is available to super-visors and managers regarding workplace matters. Services are free to eligible civilians and DA civilian employees. Services are made available through the Fort Carson Employee Assistance Program located at 1638 Elwell St., building 6236, room 210. Call 526-2196 for a confidential inquiry.

4th Infantry Division Gift Shop — has a variety of division and customizable unit-specific merchandise available. The gift shop is open 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday in The Hub, building 1532.

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While trick shots and comedy make the team well known, here are some less-known facts about the team. The Harlem Globetrotters are not originally from Harlem, New York, they are from Chicago. Abe Saperstein assumed coaching duties for a team of African-American players in 1927, a time when sports teams were segregated and only white men played sports professionally. The team’s

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Saperstein, the son of a tailor, reimaged the Globetrotters into something more familiar today by creating and personally producing their star spangled uniforms and officially renaming the team to the Harlem Globetrotters. They won 101 out of 117 games their first season. By 1936, the team played more than 1,000 games across the United States and began their on-court antics after they had a substantial lead against their opponents. Attendees loved it and the Globetrotters had made their mark on the game.

The Globetrotters would earn a new level of respect after beating the Minneapolis Lakers of the newly established National Basketball Association in 1948. Two years later, the NBA would lift the segregation ban and African-American players were drafted, including members of the Harlem Globetrotters. Players such as Wilt Chamberlin, Nat Clifton and Connie Hawkins would become NBA all-stars.

The Globetrotters would tour internationally, performing for audiences in post-war Berlin, Eastern Europe and Russia, putting on shows for fans of the team and key political and religious leaders such as Pope Pius XII in Rome.

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Travel distance4.5 miles

Cost Tickets range from $21 for general seating to $277 for VIP seatingParking $10 general, and $20 VIP

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Contact Broadmoor World Arena3185 Venetucci Blvd.Colorado Springs, CO 80906888-929-7849https://harlemglobetrotters.comhttp://www.broadmoorworldarena.com

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The Royal Gorge Bridge, once the highest bridge in the world, crosses the Royal Gorge 955 feet above the Arkansas River, the sixth longest river in the country. This amazing chasm was originally known as the Grand Canyon of the Arkansas River, but in 1847 local newspaperman Henry Ripley began calling the canyon the Royal Gorge in print. The name has stuck ever since.

The bridge was built in six months, between June and November 1929, at a cost of $350,000 and without death or serious injury. Adjusted for inflation, that would be more than $20 million today. The bridge was envisioned and constructed as a tourist attraction rather than a through route for transportation.

The Royal Gorge Fire in June 2013 destroyed most of the park structures on both sides of the gorge but the bridge sustained minimal damage, only requiring the replacement of 100 wooden deck planks on the south side. Although no visitors or park employees were killed, the fire burned 2,156 acres of park property and destroyed 48 of the park’s 52 buildings. The aerial tram was destroyed and the incline railway was severely damaged.

The incline railway took millions of guests down to the Arkansas River since opening in 1931. Considered one of the world’s steepest railways, it traveled 1,500 feet at a 45-degree angle into the deep gorge. The fire set ablaze the train’s machinery and massive drive wheels, warped the tracks and damaged one of the two passenger cars, marking the end of the 83-year old wonder.

The park was rebuilt and partially reopened in August 2014 after months of demolishing damaged structures. The park then had a grand reopening in May 2015 with new gondolas and a zip line crossing the gorge on the east side of the bridge.

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Travel distance52 miles

CostAdults 12 and over, $22Military adult, $19Military child, $14Seniors, $19Children, $17Children 3 and under, free

HoursRoyal Gorge Bridge & Park, 7 a.m. to dusk daily,

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ContactRoyal Gorge Bridge & Park4218 County Road 3A Cañon City, CO 81212http://royalgorgebridge.com/https://www.facebook.com/RoyalGorgeBridge/

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The Royal Gorge bridge is one of the highest in the U.S. with a total length spanning 1,260 feet above the gorge and has a width of 18 feet and its towers rise up 150 feet. The steel base structure is covered with 1,292 wooden planks. Passenger vehicles are allowed to cross the bridge before park attractions open and after they close.

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Journey into the past and explore how the bridge began. At the Historical Expo, visitors can view original artifacts and historic photos illustrating the tale of the Royal Gorge Railroad War and the brave men who began construction of the bridge in 1929.

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Thunder Law of the Harlem Globetrotters shows a fan a trick during a 2016 performance at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

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Photographer Larry Hulst captured images of great music legends — rock, blues, country — and his photos are displayed through May 21 in the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center (FAC), 30 W. Dale St. Two other new exhibits are on display: “The Migrant Series” by Colorado artist Don Coen and FAC Legacy series displaying works on paper by Mary Chenowith. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. Admission is $15 for adults and $10 for students and military; children under 12 are admitted free. There’s a free parking lot in front of the building. Call 634-5583 for information.

“Story of Us: The Pikes Peak Region from A-Z” is a new exhibit in the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum. The exhibit allows visitors to explore the history and geography of the area and to go back in time to understand what shaped the community. The museum at 215 S. Tejon St. is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is free of charge. Parking is street side at meters around the museum. Call 385-5990 for information.

A day camp during area schools’ Spring Break, March 27-31, is being offered at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, 4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Road. There are sessions for pre-kindergartners and kindergartners from 9 a.m. until noon and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. sessions for grades 1 through 6. Call 424-7812 for fees and other information.

The Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts, 190 S. Cascade Ave., has these upcoming performances:

• Judy Collins, March 23 at 7:30 p.m. • “The Fab Four” a Beatles Tribute, March 24

at 7:30 p.m. • “Jesus Christ Superstar,” March 28-29 at

7:30 p.m. • “Swing Swing Swing,” March 31 to April 1

at 7:30 p.m. • Alton Brown, April 2 at 4 p.m. • “Once,” April 17-18 at 7:30 p.m. • Travis Tritt, April 26 at 7 p.m. • “Stomp,” May 2 at 7:30 p.m. • “The Texas Tenors,” May l5 at 7:30 p.m. Call 520-SHOW for ticket information. “Junie B. Jones: the Musical,” based on the book

series by Barbara Park, is on stage through March 26 at the Fine Arts Center. Friday performances are at 6 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday matinees are at 1 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for children under 10; call 634-5583 for ticket information. The Fine Arts Center is at 30 W. Dale St. in downtown Colorado Springs, near Colorado College.

Scout free day is Saturday at the Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Discovery Center, 201 S. Fairview St. in Woodland Park. All Scouts and leaders in uniform will be admitted free. There’ll be activities from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., including Civil

Air Patrol cadets who will assist Scouts in earning aviation and space exploration badges; the Air Force Academy’s “Physics is Pfun” will have shows at 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.

The annual Colorado Springs’ St. Patrick’s Day Parade is Saturday, beginning at noon. The parade begins at St. Vrain Street and goes south on Tejon Street to Vermijo Street in downtown Colorado Springs. Parking is at meters or in a city parking garage. Attendees are encouraged to wear green.

Celebrate Dr. Seuss’s March birthday at the Space Story Party Tuesday at 10 a.m. Choose a favorite story, read the book and create Seuss-related crafts at the Space Foundation Discovery Center, 4425 Arrowswest Drive, off Garden of the Gods Road. Admission is $5-10. There’s free parking. Call 576-8000 for information.

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a free concert by “The Verdict,” a classic rock band, at 8 p.m. March 17. The theater is at 10 S. Parkside Drive, call 476-2200 for information.

Experience the world of science and see experiments and robotic demonstrations and participate in hands-on activities March 18, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Western Museum of Mining and Industry. Admission is $8 for military. The museum is at 225 North Gate Road, opposite the North Gate entrance to the Air Force Academy. Call 488-0880 for more information.

“Bye Bye Birdie,” the musical, will be on stage

at the Fine Arts Center March 30 to April 23, with performances Thursday-Saturday at 7:30 p.m., with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Call 634-5583 for tickets. The center is at 30 W. Dale St.

A children’s history event at the Colorado Springs Pioneers History Museum is “Keep Climbing.” Children will learn about Julia Archibald Holmes, the first woman to climb Pikes Peak. The program for ages 2-6 is set for Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and is free. The program for ages 7-10 is March 25, 10-30-11:30. Both programs are free.

Spring Break programs are set at the Space foundation Discovery Center March 28-April 1, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The discovery center is at 4425 Arrowswest Drive, off of Garden of the Gods Road. Programs feature science, engineering, art, and math that children 4-8 can accomplish with a helper; ages 9-17 should be able to participate on their own. Call 576-8000 for information about these activities.

The Broadmoor World Arena has these events: • Harlem Globetrotters will be showing off their

basketball skills on the court March 17 at 7 p.m. • Disney on Ice: Dream Big is March 23-24 at 7

p.m., March 25 at 11 a.m. and 3 and 7 p.m., and March 26 at 1 and 5 p.m.

• Jeff Foxworthy and Larry the Cable Guy are on stage April 21 at 7:30 p.m. “Big Something” presents a free concert at 7 p.m. March 15 at Stargazers, 10 S. Parkside Drive. The concert is free; call 476-2200 for information.

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How about a Family outing to visit the Denver Museum of Nature and Science during Spring Break? The highly rated museum is in Denver’s City Park and is open every day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The museum visit can take several hours to explore thoroughly; it has a large dinosaur exhibit, Egyptian mummies, a space exhibit, a Native American culture exhibit, wildlife and bird exhibits and more. Admission is $16.95 for adults and $11.95 for ages 3-18. For an additional fee, visitors can see IMAX films or planetarium shows. There’s a Kids Zone, the T-Rex Café and a museum store. The museum is at 2001 Colorado Blvd. Take Interstate 25 north to the Colorado Boulevard exit and follow Colorado Avenue to the museum. There’ll be signs for the museum and zoo. There’s free parking.

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The Grant Library hosts a Dr. Seuss celebration Saturday from 1-3 p.m. The free event is open to all DOD identifi cation card holders. Snacks and drinks will be served during the movie. Call 526-2350 for more information.

The Adventure Programs and Education staff holds a kayak pool session March 21 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Learn fundamental skills to prepare for moving water. Cost is $20 per person and includes all equipment. Open to DOD identifi cation card holders and sponsored guests. Meet at Outdoor Recreation Complex for gear and the class is held at Nelson Indoor Pool. Register no later than March 20 at Information, Tickets and Registration. Call 526-5366 for more information.

Mesa School Age Center holds spring camps March 27-31 from 9-11:30 a.m. Camps include robotics/drones, track and soccer, sewing, sketching, amazing race, scrapbooking, landscaping, drum camp for third- to fi fth-graders, crocheting and Spanish language arts. Breakfast,

lunch and snacks included. Register at Parent Central; call 524-2985 for pricing. Regular free fl ow programming is also available.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a support group for weight loss that meets Thursdays at Iron Horse Sports and Fitness Center. Meetings are held on the second fl oor in room 209. Weigh-in is from 5-5:45 p.m. and the meeting is from 6-7 p.m. First meeting is free. Must present military identifi cation or government identifi cation at fi tness center front desk. Call Debby Beck at 392-8582 for more information.

Fort Carson certifi ed trainers are available at each post fi tness center to help people getstarted on their fi tness journey. One-on-one packages include one session for $40, fi ve for $175 and 10 for $300. Buddy packages, two people and a trainer, are one session for $70, fi ve for $230 or 10 for $320 at the four post fi tness centers. In addition, a fi tness assessment is $25 and a computerized body fat analysis is $10. Contact a fi tness center for more information.

The Cheyenne Mountain Shooting Complex offers special days with discounts to veterans and women. Veterans receive $5 admission every Wednesday while women 6 and older

receive free range time the second Saturday of each month. Call 719-896-6196 for more information.

Thunder Alley Bowling Center offers the following weekly specials:• Cosmic bowling — Unlimited bowling and

$2 shoe rental Friday from 9:30-11:45 p.m.; $9 for adults and $8 for children; and Saturday from 1-3 p.m.; $8 per person.

• Pizza bowl — Get three games of bowling, two slices of pizza and a soda for $7 a person Sunday from 6-8 p.m. Shoe rental is $2.50.

• Red Pin – Get a strike Tuesday-Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with a red head pin and win a free game. Games are $2 and shoe rental is $2.50.

• 50 cent games, hot dogs and shoes — Tuesdays from 6-9 p.m., minimum $3 purchase.

• Family Day — Get $1 games and $2 shoes Wednesday from 1-11 p.m.

Call 526-5542 for more information.Subscribe to the Directorate of Family and

Morale, Welfare and Recreation mailing list to receive emails about upcoming events and activities on post. Visit http://carson.armymwr.com; click on the “Mailing List” icon and select categories of interest.

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SportsWarriors tackle Spartan workoutStory and photos by Walt JohnsonMountaineer staff

Nearly 300 Fort Carson community members and residents of Colorado Springs took part in the Spartan Race Workout Tour Sunday at McKibben Physical Fitness Center (PFC).

The program is designed to give people a feel for the upcoming Spartan Race on Fort Carson in May, said Josefina Taijeron, McKibben PFC manager and certified Spartan coach. She said the goal of the event was to get people off the couch and involved in a great workout.

National Spartan coach Michael Ainis put the Spartan warriors through various workouts that concentrated on angles and motion, advanced stretching, circulation and mobility.

Taijeron, who was taking part in every step of the program, said it was encouraging to see so many people from the post community take part in the early morning workout.

“Our goal is to get people interested and excited about physical fitness, and to help them learn what a Spartan workout can do for them,” she said. “It is a great way to get your body where you want it, and to get people moving so they may enjoy a healthy lifestyle.”

Chris Ten Eyck, McKibben PFC staff member and certified Spartan coach, said the corporate Spartan coaches

who traveled to Fort Carson again this year are inspiring and motivating.

Ten Eyck encouraged the partici-pants, going row to row, and showed them the proper way to get the most out of every event. He also took time to show the warriors how to correctly throw spears at the end of the workout.

“Today these warriors got a feel for what it will take to do the Spartan Race in May, and a lot of the people here are excited to give it a shot,” Taijeron said. “Today was the beginning step in being a Spartan workout warrior, and judging by the smiles and on people’s faces and the (looks of satisfaction) they seemed to have the will to do very well in May.”

Iron Horse Sports and Fitness Center will host a basketball skills competition Friday. The center will host a three-point shootout at 6:30 p.m. It is open to all DOD identification (ID) card holders 18 years and older. Call 524-0489 or 526-5772 for more information.

DFMWR will host the second annual Warrior Dog Dash at Iron Horse Sports and Fitness Center Saturday at 9 a.m. The 5-kilometer run is in conjunction with K-9 Veterans Day, an unofficial recognition of military working dogs and their handlers, according to Garcia Physical Fitness Center officials. The event starts in the Iron Horse Sports and Fitness Center south parking lot, rain or shine. It is open to all DOD ID card holders. Anyone 14 and younger must have adult supervision. Registration is $15 prior to the race and $20 the day of the event. Call 526-3944 for more information.

The Colorado Springs Sky Sox hold a job fair Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Security Service Field Banquet Hall in Colorado Springs. The job fair will be for people interested in

SportsBriefs Takin’ it to the hoop

Photo by Walt Johnson

Fort Carson youth center basketball player Myles McClarity drives between two Peterson Air Force Base defenders during action Saturday at Peterson. The post youth basketball season will conclude Saturday with games at the post youth center beginning at 9 a.m.

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Fort Carson’s Eloy Arzola, left, goes

through a Spartan training regimen

with Colorado Springs resident

Nikki Arloch during Sunday’s

Spartan workout at McKibben Physical

Fitness Center.

Chris Ten Eyck, McKibben Physical Fitness Center staff member and Spartan coach, demonstrates the proper form for spear tossing.


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Old School’s Ty Upshaw powers up

a rebound during the company-

level basketball championship game

March 2 at Iron Horse Sports and

Fitness Center. Old School won its fourth company level title in the past five ears

defeating Five Deuce. The battalion-level championship got underway Monday and at press time

four teams, Old School, The Secret,

Disrespectful and Steel Reign were still alive for the

championship game. It was scheduled to be

played Wednesday at Iron Horse Sports and Fitness Center.


working at the stadium during the Milwaukee Brewers’ Triple-A affiliate’s upcoming season in the following areas: stadium staff, retail, ticket window representatives, fun zone, promotions, production, batboys, ground crew, concessions and catering for suites and in the picnic area. The positions are only for game days and require night and weekend commitments throughout the 2017 baseball season — about 15-20 days a month April through September. Contact the Sky Sox at [email protected] or call 597-1449 for more information.

The DFMWR aquatics staff is holding its third annual English Channel Swim Challenge. Anyone with a DOD ID card is eligible; children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Sign up for the free program at the Iron Horse Sports and Fitness Center indoor pool. The challenge will use the honor system as people will track their miles swam and report them to a lifeguard. Swimmers can register at any time at any post aquatic facility, but must complete the challenge by March 25, according to officials. Call 526-3907 for more information.

The Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (DFMWR) is looking for men’s and women’s varsity softball players. Tryouts will be held March 21-22 from 6-8 p.m. at the Mountain Post softball complex. The post varsity-level sports teams are comprised of active-duty Soldiers and compete against teams from other military installations and from Colorado Springs, Pueblo and Denver. Contact Lorraine Thorson, intramural sports director, at 526-5772 to register or for more information.

The DFMWR Aquatics Division staff will host Fort Carson’s first indoor triathlon March 18. The triathlon will include a 20-minute swim, 20-minute spin and then a 20-minute treadmill run. There will be a 10-minute transition time between each event. The first heat will start at 8 a.m., and a heat will be offered every half hour up until 3:30 p.m. Every participant will receive a medal. Register for the event and reserve a heat time at http://fortcarsonmwr.com. Participants

must be 16 and older. Call the Iron Horse Pool staff at 526-4093 for more information.

The Colorado Springs Sky Sox hold auditions for national anthem singers on the main stage in the Chapel Hills Mall March 18 from noon to 4 p.m. Officials said they are looking for soloists, duets, trios and quartets to sing “The Star-Spangled Banner” and “God Bless America” during the upcoming Pacific Coast League season. Also, this year, the Sky Sox are expanding their partnership with the Colorado Springs Conservatory to offer “Sky Sox Idol.” The top 10 adult contestants 18 years and older will have an opportunity to sing Karaoke at Security Service Field during Thursday night home games. Contact Kyle Fritzke, Sky Sox promotions department, at 597-1449 or email [email protected] for more information.

A commanding General’s Golf Scramble is scheduled for April 7 at Cheyenne Shadows Golf Club. The event begins with a shotgun start at noon. Registration is underway at the golf course. Call 526-4102 for more information.

Waller Physical Fitness Center hosts the 2017 Hambone’s Buddy Challenge Fitness event April 8 beginning at 9 a.m. According to Waller officials, the event is designed to have coed teams partner for the competition. Those without a partner will be teamed by the center staff. Registration for the event ends March 27. People can register at Waller or online at http://www.carson.armymwr.com. It is open to the public for anyone 18 years and older. The cost for the event is $20 per team. Call 526-2742 for information.

Cheyenne Shadows Golf Club will host its annual free Clubs for Kids event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 29. Participating children will be given a golf club to keep and a gift bag with some swag, golf course officials said. Children will receive a free 10-minute lesson and an opportunity to hit golf balls on the range. There will be birdie ball and inflatable targets as well as representatives from the Starting New at Golf organization.

— Compiled by Walt Johnson

Sports BriefsFrom Page 25 Reaching new heights

Fort Carson Family member ulie aer, a certified self

belayer, helps her daughter, Emily, traverse the climbing wall at Iron Horse Sports and Fitness Center. The Fort Carson Outdoor Recreation staff hosts indoor climbing wall orientation classes Thursdays from 5:30-8:30 p.m. The class will cover knots, belay techniques and climbing communication. People who complete the course will be certified to use the indoor clim ing walls at post fitness facilities. Recreation officials said the course can also be a prerequisite for more advanced climbing trips and programs. Classes are $20 per session; register at Outdoor Recreation or call 526-5366.



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