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Carson honors fallenStory and photos by Andrea Stone

Mountaineer staff

For the Families of the fallen, the Memorial Day ceremony at the Mountain Post Warrior Memorial meant something personal.

Edith Nunez, sister of Staff Sgt. Joe Nunez-Rodriguez, traveled from Texas to attend Monday’s ceremony.

“It’s really hard for her,” said her husband, Andy Foster. “But at the same time, she’s really thankful that people still honor and remember, and she fi nds it very touching that they’re putting the memorial together and putting so much effort toward the (fallen).”

This year, the 11th year of the ceremony, nine Soldiers’ names were added to the memorial stones outside Gate 1, recognizing those who lost their lives fi ghting in support of overseas contingency operations.

“These nine Soldiers volunteered to serve their country in a time of war. They stepped forward as guardians of freedom. They lived the Army Values, and they served the people of the United States and other nations with

distinction,” said Commanding General Maj. Gen. Paul J. LaCamera, 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson, and Regional Command – South. LaCamera, who is deployed to Afghanistan, was at Fort Carson for the ceremony.

In his speech, LaCamera honored the sacrifi ce of the fallen Soldiers.

“Their true legacy lives on in the lives they have touched in both life and death,” he said. “I don’t believe death made them heroes … I believe they were born heroes, and they lived as heroes. Death allowed us to recognize them, a distinction none of them sought. As we honor our fallen, we also honor and embrace their Families with a spirit of care and compassion.”

Edith Nunez, sister of Staff Sgt. Joe Nunez-Rodriguez, makes a pencil rubbing of his name while his father, Isidoro

Nunez, looks on at the Mountain Post Warrior Memorial Ceremony, Monday. Nunez-Rodriguez was one of nine

Soldiers’ names added to the memorial this year.

Commanding General Maj. Gen. Paul J. LaCamera, 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson, and Regional Command – South, addresses the audience during the Mountain Post Warrior Memorial Ceremony, Monday. The ceremony, commemorating the addition of nine names to the memorial stones, honored the sacrifi ce of fallen servicemembers.

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The Warrior Ethos is just a part of a creed that I had to learn when I joined the military, but, once I began to progress in my career, I realized the Warrior Ethos was so much more.

I will always place the mission fi rst, I will never accept defeat, I will never quit and I will never leave a fallen comrade — to most, this just seems like something Soldiers do in a war zone, but they also apply in day-to-day activities.

I will always place the mission fi rst. This simple sentence has such an impact on all Soldiers. You come to work and get your tasking for the day. That is your only goal, no matter what it takes, you get it done. We place the mission fi rst without even thinking about it. Sometimes we stay at work late, come in early or miss games or dinners with Family and friends. However, this is part of the Army and it’s sacrifi ces such as this that make us the greatest Army on the planet.

I will never accept defeat is another great one to live by. Every day we are challenged, either physically, mentally, emotionally or spiritually. We need to realize that it is not the end and, as Soldiers, we can overcome any obstacle. We train all the time so that we are ready to win on the battlefi eld, but we need to take that dedication and bring it home to take care of

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I will never leave a fallen comrade. As noncom-missioned offi cers and future NCOs, I think that this part alone should be one of the most important attributes as leaders. As a leader of Soldiers, you need to recog-nize when your Soldiers are having issues, whether they be fi nancial, Family, depression or medical issues. Not all fallen comrades are by gunshot wounds or improvised explosive devices. You need to know your

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Event pairs veterans, jobsBy Andrea StoneMountaineer staff

With almost 500 on-the-spot job offers, the Military and Veterans Employment Expo, held May 22 at the Freedom Financial Services Expo Center, was a success.

The event kicked off with an address by Katherine Archuleta, director of the Offi ce of Personnel Management.

“This (job fair) is amazing, and the participation is incredible,” said Archuleta, who traveled from Washington to see the expo.

The fair was an opportunity for servicemembers, vet-erans and their spouses to meet with potential employers.

About 1,000 people and 200 employers with more than 167,000 jobs worldwide and 3,800 Colorado jobs participated, said Kristen Coderre, Fort Carson coordinator for the MVEE. Some people were offered more than one job, so the job-offer rate wasn’t 50 percent.

“The typical job fair hire-rate is 3-4 percent. Our job fair was more like 30-40 percent, and for us to be in (that) range is phenomenal, and that’s only with 100 employers responding. We still have 100 employers who haven’t come back to us (with fi gures),” she said.

The feedback Coderre got from employers was positive.

“(One employer) said, ‘I got 10 qualifi ed candidates today … any other job fair, I might collect 500-600 resumes and get one or two people, if that,’” she said.

Coderre credits part of the success to the training

classes that were offered the week before the fair. The classes focused not only on resume writing, but on industry specifi c training.

“Our Soldiers were well prepared,” Coderre said.Sgt. Nicholas Keim, 3rd Armored Brigade

Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, will be getting out of the Army by the end of the year and said he appreciated the opportunities at the job fair.

“I’m glad all these people are in one place. This is awesome,” he said. “I’m defi nitely learning a lot and networking.”

During her address, Archuleta encouraged veterans to consider employment with the federal government.

“I’m trying to spread the word because the federal government is open, and we are hiring,” she said.

Out of 162,000 federal employees hired in fi scal 2013, about 50,000 of them were veterans, Archuleta said.

“In fi scal 2013, the federal government hired the highest percentage of veterans since the mid- 1970s,” she said. “I am proud of this progress, but I’m not resting on

success. I want the upward trend in veterans’ employ-ment to continue … not just because we honor your service, but because it makes good business sense.”

Archuleta encouraged employers to consider hiring veterans, as well.

“They bring an in-credible skill and expe-rience level,” she said.

Spc. Graham Wilson, 4th Battalion, 9th Infantry Regiment, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 4th Inf. Div., had never been to a job fair before, but said he was hopeful about his prospects.

“It’s an interesting experience,” he said. “I came in right when they opened up, so I’ve been walking around, seeing what’s around, talking to people, being really selective,” he said.

This is the second year Fort Carson has partici-pated in the event, and there were lessons learned that will be applied next year.

“A year ago when we did this, the (Veterans Opportunity to Work) Act was not a mandatory requirement. Now every single Soldier separating gets a three-hour resume class,” Coderre said. “They’re all getting this core training … we’ll still offer maybe one or two iterations of a basic resume or advanced resume class, but change our view a little bit — salary negotiations, dress for success — so they’re still getting that extra training that they typically won’t get inside the gate.”

“ In fi scal 2013, the federal government hired the highest percentage of veterans since the mid-1970s. I am proud of this progress, but I’m not resting on success.”

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The Warrior Ethos is the most important aspect of a Soldier’s life. If you live your life by the ethos, and can apply them to your leadership, then you — as a Soldier and a leader — can take care of yourself and your Soldiers and set them up for success. I challenge you to take a good look at yourself and see if you are applying the Warrior Ethos to your life.

I will always place the mission first, I will never accept defeat, I will never quit, I will never leave a fallen comrade — I will live by the Warrior Ethos.

EthosFrom page 2

That care and compassion was felt by the Nunez-Rodriguez Family.

“They’re really happy that (Fort Carson) is doing this,” Foster said. “It’s been really honoring for them.”

The names etched on stone are a reminder for those who follow, LaCamera said.

“Each name is a reminder for all of us, and for all those who will come after us, that the price of freedom is high,” he said.

“While this is a time to mourn and remember, it is also a time to reflect on the happy memories we share with our Families and our brothers and sisters in arms. We must always keep such memories close,” he said. “Our hearts go out to every Family who has lost a loved one, and we are forever indebted to your sacrifice.”

The names of the following eight active-duty Soldiers and one activated National Guard Soldier have been added to the other 378 servicemember names already engraved on the memorial at Kit Carson Park.

They are: Staff Sgt. Joe Nunez-Rodriguez, 32nd Transportation Company, 68th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, 43rd Sustainment Brigade

Spc. Ember Alt, 32nd Trans., 68th CSSB, 43rd SB Spc. Robert Ellis, 32nd Trans., 68th CSSB, 43rd SB Sgt. William Moody, 32nd Trans., 68th CSSB, 43rd SB

Staff Sgt. Joshua Bowden, 748th Ordnance Company, 242nd Explosive Ordnance Disposal Battalion, 71st Ordnance Group (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) Staff Sgt. Liam Nevins, Company B, 5th Battalion, 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne) Staff Sgt. Patrick Quinn, Company C, 3rd Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) Spc. Trinidad Santiago, Battery A, 4th Battalion, 42nd Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division Spc. Charles McClure, Battery A, 4th Bn., 42nd FA, 1st BCT, 4th Inf. Div.

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Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Joe Stone

Soldiers, representing the nine names added to the memorial, salute during the Mountain Post Warrior Memorial Ceremony, Monday. Each Soldier approached the memorial wreath, one at a time, to honor a member of his unit.

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Soldier student loan relief availableBy Andrea StoneMountaineer staff

For Soldiers who are struggling with student loan debt, there may be relief available.

May 13, the U.S. Department of Justice announced an enforcement action against Sallie Mae, the largest servicer of federal and private student loans, according to a statement on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau website. Sallie Mae was found to be violating the legal rights of servicemembers.

Soldiers on Fort Carson who believe they may have been taken advantage of can contact counselors at Financial Readiness, Army Community Service, at 526-4590, for a counseling appointment regarding student loan relief.

“The Consumer Financial Protection Board went to bat specifically for our Soldiers, and the Soldiers have several options,” said Mary Braxton, Financial Readiness Program manager.

Soldiers serving on active duty are eligible to have their interest rates lowered to 6 percent on all student loans taken out before their active-duty service.

“If a servicemember has an interest rate 6 percent or more, then they can submit a request up to 180 days after leaving active duty to lower the interest-rate of their student loan,” she said.

In addition, there are other programs

available that Soldiers may qualify for, such as public service loan forgiveness, income-based repayment and interest rate reductions during deployments.

“If (Soldiers) have questions about their student loans, I’d ask that they come here and talk to one of our financial counselors and let us work with them to

try to get them some relief,” Braxton said.The mistreatment of servicemembers has been

a concern for Holly Petraeus, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau assistant director, Office of Servicemember Affairs.

“I have been concerned for some time about the way that military personnel are treated by their student loan servicers,” she said in a statement on the website, http://www.consumerfinance.gov. “The men and women serving this country should receive quality customer service and the legal protections afforded to them. Instead, Sallie Mae gave servicemembers the runaround and denied them the interest-rate reduction required by law.”

Not only has there been an issue with interest rates, but lenders have sometimes been unwilling to work with servicemembers to set up payment plans, Braxton said.

“Even if they’re in default, we still want them to come forward and see how we can help them … see if they qualify for something they might not be aware of,” she said.

Regardless of what program they qualify for, dealing with student loan debt is critical.

“It’s very, very important that student loan debt is rectified … because if it’s in default, it can mess up a servicemember’s career,” Braxton said. “Keep in mind, this is not going to go away. This is federal money, and any time you’re dealing with the federal government, you can rest assured that they’re going to get their money.”


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Carson honors fallen hero

Spc. Daniela RojasMay 10, 1994 – May 3, 2014

Spc. Daniela Rojas was born May 10, 1994, in Los Angeles. She graduated from Theodore Roosevelt High School in 2012 and enlisted in the Army in October that year.

After attending Advanced Individual Training at Fort Lee, Va., she reported to Fort Carson, where she was assigned as a supply specialist for Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2nd Battalion, 12th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division. She deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in March and was attached to Company F, 704th Brigade Support Battalion,

4th IBCT, 4th Inf. Div.Rojas’ awards and deco-

rations include the Army Commendation Medal, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal with campaign star, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon and the NATO Medal.

She is survived by her father, Lidio Rojas; mother, Guillermia Contreras; brothers, David and Lidio Jr.; and sisters, Bianca, Janet and Joana.

The fi ring detail fi res volleys during the May 21 memorial ceremony for Spc. Daniela Rojas, 2nd

Battalion, 12th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division.

The helmet, boots and rifl e of Spc. Daniela Rojas sit on display following a memorial ceremony held in Rojas’ honor May 21, at Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel.


4th Inf. Div., 43rd SB host observanceStory and photos by

Staff Sgt. Alexis Ramos43rd Sustainment Brigade Public Affairs Offi ce

There are many cultures, religions and ethnicities that form the bonds of the United States of America and the U.S. Army. Recognizing those differences within the ranks, the 4th Infantry Division Equal Opportunity team and the 43rd Sustainment Brigade hosted an observance in celebration of Asian American Pacifi c Islander Heritage Month at the Elkhorn Conference Center, May 19.

The event honored the many contributions that the Asian-American and the Pacifi c Islander cultures have made to the U.S. with two guest speakers, performances, an awards ceremony and food sampling.

The fi rst guest speaker, Judge Kerry S. Hada, Second Judicial District, Denver County, talked about his friends in World War II, the struggles he faced during his upbringing and the changes he has seen.

“I am so pleased to see such a diverse audience here today,” said Hada. “When I came in the service, there were African-Americans and Caucasians, but not a whole lot of Asians.”

Hada shared stories about his childhood and how he picked melons with his grandmother when he was young. Picking melons was too hard of a life, he said jokingly, so he became a judge. He said he held many jobs before becoming a judge, and he was always the

only Asian where he worked. Even now, Hada is the only Asian judge in Colorado.

“The world has come such a long way from those days. When I was in the military, there were no females at any place — Annapolis, West Point, Air Force Academy,” said Hada. “I’ve been privileged now to appoint some people to committees that were Air Force Academy graduates and Air Force Academy instructors. So the world has come a long way, but we still need to go a ways further.”

Staff Sgt. Jen Lee, Soldier-athlete, World Class Athlete Program and 2014 Winter Paralympic Games gold medalist, opened with a stereotypical joke to break the ice with the audience.

“When my fi rst sergeant asked me to do this, I said I would be honored. Joking with him, (I said) it’s kind of hard to miss a 6-foot-2 (inch) Asian,” Lee said as the attendees laughed.

Lee discussed how his Family wanted him to become a lawyer or doctor, but he wanted to serve his country. He continued talking about his athletics leading up to the 2009 motorcycle accident that left him an amputee.

“Everything changed. My life changed forever,” said Lee. “Not only was I conscious when I was hit, but I knew I was going to lose my leg.

“I had a decision to make … either accept who I’m going to be for the rest of my life or sit there and lay

in a hospital and feel sorry for myself and blame the world,” he said.

Lee explained how the wounded warriors at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, motivated him and how his reha-bilitation led him to discover sled hockey and, eventually, the WCAP, culminating in a spot as a goalie for USA’s Paralympic sled hockey team that won a gold medal in 2014.

“I’m just happy that I’m able

to continue to serve my country and represent my country in a different way,” said Lee.

Attendees were then entertained with ethnic and rhythmic dancing courtesy of Pacifi c Pride & Island Hearts, a nonprofi t organization from Colorado Springs.

Col. Heidi Hoyle, special assistant to the 4th Infantry Division commanding general, closed the event: “Thank you to all our guests, thank you for sharing your culture with all of us.”

Staff Sgt. Jen Lee, Soldier-athlete, World Class Athlete Program and 2014 Winter Paralympic Games gold medalist, speaks to Soldiers about how a turn of events led him to WCAP, during an Asian American Pacifi c Islander Heritage Month observance at the Elkhorn Conference Center, May 19.

Members of Pacifi c Pride & Island Hearts, a nonprofi t organization from Colorado Springs, performed rhythmic dances for attendees during an Asian American and Pacifi c Islander heritage observance held at the Elkhorn Center, May 19.

“ I had a decision to make … either accept who I’m going to be for the rest of my life or sit there and lay in a hospital and feel sorry for myself and blame the world.”

— Staff Sgt. Jen Lee


By Jim GaramoneAmerican Forces Press Service

WASHINGTON — The United States will ensure that veterans will get the care they earned while in service to

the nation, President Barack Obama said May 24 during his weekly address.

The president also asked Americans to remember the service and sacrifi ce of their fellow citizens.

The nation’s history “shines with patriots who answered the call to serve,” Obama said.

“They put their lives on the line to defend the country they loved. And in the end, many gave that ‘last full measure of devotion’ so that our nation would endure.”

Every time an American casts a vote or speaks without fear, he should remember those who died to ensure those rights, the president said.

“Every chance we get to make a better life for ourselves and our families is possible because generations of patriots fought to keep America a land

of opportunity, where anyone — of any race, any religion, from any background — can make it if they try,” he said.

The United States began with a desire for freedom, and American servicemembers have protected that freedom since the Revolutionary War, Obama said.

“I hope all Americans will take a moment this weekend to think of those who have died in service to our nation,” the president said.

“Say a prayer in their memories and for their Families,” he said. “Lay a fl ower where they’ve come to rest. Reach out to servicemembers, military Families or veterans in your community, or Families who have lost loved ones, and let them know that their service and sacrifi ce will never be forgotten.”

But beyond Memorial Day, America must honor and uphold the sacred trust it has with veterans, the president said.

“In recent weeks, we’ve seen again how much more our nation has to do to make sure all our veterans get the care they deserve,” he said. “As commander in chief, I believe that taking care of our veterans and their Families is a sacred obligation. It’s been one of the causes of my presidency.”

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A wrecked car that was involved in a fatal alcohol-related accident was on display as Soldiers across 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, participated in driving under the infl uence prevention training, May 21.

The mangled vehicle was parked outside the headquarters building of 1st Battalion, 68th Armor Regiment, 3rd ABCT, 4th Inf. Div., alongside a new version of the same vehicle. On the opposite side lay a body bag and a casket, set up to demonstrate the progression of a night of poor decisions involving alcohol.

The event, sponsored by Fort Carson Army Substance Abuse Program, was set up because 3rd ABCT is preparing for its block leave and the 101 Critical Days of Summer campaign is about to begin, said Col. Gregory Sierra, commander, 3rd ABCT, 4th Inf. Div.

The Soldiers listened to experi-ences and advice from members of the Colorado Springs Police Department, Fort Carson Department of Emergency

Services, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, victim advocates from the Fort Carson Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention Program and the 3rd ABCT legal offi ce. Speakers shared their experiences at multiple stations with large photos showing the aftermath of a fatal DUI-related car accident.

“It’s really important for people to think about the bigger picture and understand how serious it is,” said Nichole Carpenter, victim service specialist, Mothers Against Drunk Driving for Southern Colorado. “People need to see that accidents from drunk driving are real and that it does happen.”

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Pfc. Carlos Jaimes, Company A, 64th Brigade Support Battalion, 3rd ABCT, emphasized the importance of being responsible and making smart decisions.

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Education is key in preventing DUIs, said Jason Gasper, police officer, Colorado Springs Police DUI enforcement.

“I don’t like arresting Soldiers,” said Gasper. “I want to prevent DUIs from happening. So we give as much information as we can to people and hope that they’ll make the best possible decision that they can.”

Jaimes said he learned a lot from the event and stressed the importance of having a plan and sticking to it.

“My friends and I always go out with a plan,” Jaimes said. “It’s also good to always have accountability of people, because you never want to lose a Soldier. Having a close friend that suddenly gets killed over a couple of drinks makes you realize that anything could happen at any given time no matter whose fault it is.”

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Jason Gasper, police offi cer, Colorado Springs Police DUI enforcement, speaks to Soldiers from 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, May 21, during DUI prevention training.


Miscellaneous TSA Pre-check — Service members are no longer able

to scan their Common Access Cards at Transportation Security Administration Pre-check lanes to receive expedited screening. Members should enter their Department of Defense identification number, located on the back of the CAC, into the “Known Traveler Number” field when making reservations.

Finance travel processing — All inbound and outbound temporary lodging expense, “Do it Yourself” moves, servicemember and Family member travel, travel advance pay and travel pay inquiries will be handled in building 1218, room 231. Call 526-4454 or 524-2594 for more information.

First Sergeants’ Barracks Program 2020 — is located in building 1454 on Nelson Boulevard. The hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday. The office assists Soldiers with room assignments and terminations. For more information call 526-9707.

Command Evaluation and Training Team — COMET provides commanders at all levels with a responsive maintenance and supply assessment and training tool that improves the combat effectiveness, readiness and efficiency of their units’ logistical programs. The team identifies supply and maintenance weak-nesses and problems, and provides individual and unit reinforcement training based on assessments. Results remain confidential for the unit commander only. COMET provides assistance in the majority of maintenance and supply management areas with one-on-one training, and by conducting follow-up visits. Contact Tim Howarth at 503-3095 or [email protected] for information.

Sergeant Audie Murphy Club — The Fort Carson Sergeant Audie Murphy Club meets the second Tuesday of each month from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the Stack Dining Facility, building 2330. 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 is between 1 and 2 percent. Contact SAMC president Sgt. 1st Class Gilbert Guzman Jr. at 526-3576 or email [email protected].

Physical Exam Clinic — is located in building 1056 and performs physicals for Soldiers assigned to Fort Carson and surrounding bases, without a primary care manager. Physicals, except flight physicals, are available, by appointment, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, except federal holidays. Physical packets can be obtained at the clinic or online at http://www.evans.amedd.army.mil/srp/ srpc(underscore)pe.html. Visit building 1056 or call 526-7170 for more information.

Rocky Mountain Chapter, 1st Cavalry Division — meets at 9 a.m. the second Saturday of each month at The Retired Enlisted Association, 834 Emory Circle, in Colorado Springs. Anyone who has been assigned or attached to 1st Cav. is eligible for membership in the non-political, nonprofit Soldier and veteran fraternity. Friends of the Cav. who have not served with 1st Cav. are eligible for associate memberships. Call 687-1169 or 689-5778 for details.

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Support Services service order desk can be reached at 526-5345. Use this number for emergencies or routine tasks and for reporting wind damage, damaged traffic signs or other facility damage.

• Refuse/trash and recycling — Call Eric Bailey at 719-491-0218 or email [email protected] when needing trash 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.• Elevator maintenance — Call Bryan Dorcey at

526-6670 or email [email protected].• Motor pool sludge removal/disposal — Call Dennis

Frost at 526-6997 or email [email protected].• Self-help/troop construction — Call Tony Haag

at 526-2859 or e-mail [email protected]. Use this number to obtain self-help tools and equipment or a motorized sweeper.

• Base operations contracting officer representative — Call Terry Hagen at 526-9262 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.

The Fort Carson Trial Defense Service office — is able to help Soldiers 24/7 and is located in building 2354. During duty hours, Soldiers should call 526-4563. The 24-hour phone number for after hours, holidays and weekends is 526-0051.

Briefings 75th Ranger Regiment briefings — are held Tuesdays

in building 1218, room 314, from noon to 1 p.m. Soldiers must be private to sergeant first class with a minimum General Technical Score of 105; be a U.S. citizen; score 240 or higher on the Army Physical Fitness Test; and pass a Ranger physical. Call 524-2691 or visit http://www.goarmy.com/ranger.html.

Casualty Notification/Assistance 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, must 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 noncom-missioned officer for attendance of this training. The next classes are June 17-19 and July 15-17. Call 526-4551 for more information.

Retirement briefings — are held 8 a.m. to noon the second and third Wednesday of each month at the Freedom Performing Arts Center, building 1129 at the corner of Specker Avenue and Ellis Street. Spouses are encouraged to accompany Soldiers to the briefing. Call 526-2840 for details.

ETS briefings — for enlisted personnel are held the first and third Wednesday of each month. Briefing sign in begins at 7 a.m. at the Soldier Readiness Building, building 1042, room 244, on a first-come, first-served basis. Soldiers must be within 120 days of their expiration term of service, but must attend no later than 30 days prior to their ETS or start of transition leave. Call 526-2240/8458 for more information.

Reassignment briefings — are held Tuesdays in building 1129, Freedom Performing Arts Center. Sign in for Soldiers heading overseas is at 7 a.m. and the briefing starts at 7:30 a.m. Sign in for personnel being reassigned stateside is at 1 p.m., with the briefing starting at 1:30 p.m. Soldiers are required to bring Department of the Army Form 5118, signed by their physician and battalion commander, and a pen to complete forms. Call 526-4730/4583 for details.

Disposition Services — Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services Colorado Springs, located in building 381, conducts orientations Fridays from 12:30- 3:30 p.m. The orientations discuss DLA 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, contact Arnaldo Borrerorivera at [email protected] for receiving/turn in; Mike Welsh at [email protected] for reutilization/web tools; or Rufus Guillory at [email protected].

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.

Hours of OperationLogistics 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 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.

Education Center hours of operation — The Mountain Post Training and Education Center, building 1117, 526-2124, hours are as follows:• Counselor Support Center — Monday-Thursday

7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. • Army Learning Center — Monday-Friday

8 a.m. to 6 p.m.• Defense Activity for Nontraditional Educa tion

Support and Army Personnel Testing — Monday- Friday 7:30-11:30 a.m. and 12:30-4:30 p.m.

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 Street. 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. Claimants must submit the claim on DPS line through http://www.move.mil within nine months for FRV compensation for certain items. All other claims, submit to Fort Carson Claims Office within two years of delivery or date of incident. For more information, call 526-1355.

Medical Activity Correspondence Department office hours — The Correspondence (Release of Infor-mation) 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.

BOSS meetings are held the first and third Thursday of each month from 2-3:30 p.m. at The Foxhole. Contact Spc. Anthony Castillo at 524-2677 or visit the

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PCMS staff supports water festivalBy Michelle Blake

Directorate of Public Works Environmental Division

Directorate of Public Works Environmental Division staff assigned to Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site lent their expertise to the Water Festival held at Trinidad State Junior College in Trinidad, May 15.

More than 1,500 students in kindergarten through 12th grade attended the event where they learned about the numerous values of water. More than 40 presenters taught topics ranging from “water witching,” fire suppression, using water to make clay pottery and bricks, water chemistry, watershed concepts, fishing and water conservation.

PCMS staff educated students about adaptations that animals have evolved to survive when water is a limited resource and how PCMS rapidly and efficiently responds to a spill to prevent water contamination.

Army wildlife staff taught the unique physical adaptations, such as scales, concentrated urine, light coloring and large ears, and behavior adap-tations, including thermal regulation, nocturnal activity, burrowing and estivation — dormancy during summer — animals in semiarid environ-ments employ to conserve water and maintain their correct body temperature. Participants were able to observe live larval tiger salamanders, a 3-foot bullsnake and a small plateau lizard.

As students placed their hands on a dark surface, and then a lighter surface, they were able to understand how animals’ lighter coloration can help reflect heat, and why cold-blooded reptiles are able to control their body temperature by moving between different surfaces.

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addition to using the bullsnake to illustrate many of the adaptations discussed, the staff was also able to educate the students about the differences between bullsnakes and rattlesnakes.

They also discussed the adaptations that plants have evolved to retain water and deter predation, including waxy coatings, spines, fine hairs and water storage abilities.

Numerous watering locations for animals have been restored and installed at PCMS. Although semiarid dwelling animals do not require PCMS to supply them with water, the ad-dition of watering opportunities allows the landscape to support more animals and reduces the stress on individual animals. The tanks also offer habitats and breeding opportunities for many amphibians and other aquatic flora and fauna.

Students viewed pictures of the solar wells, windmills and pipelines that pump and transport water to about 30 watering points at PCMS, which are visited by lions, snakes, great horned owls, bears, ravens, elk, fox, deer and pronghorn antelope.

Another PCMS presentation was about spill pre-vention and cleanup participants learned how different products absorb spills in an environmentally-friendly manner and about the impacts of oil spills on wildlife.

Students also learned that stormwater runoff over parking lots is a major cause of pollution and how to prevent contaminants from entering a water supply.

PCMS archaeological staff answered students’ questions about the numerous ways that native people that used to live on the land relied on water to survive.

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Michelle Blake, Directorate of Public Works Environmental Division, talks to students about wildlife found in semiarid climates and physical and behavioral adaptations to limited water at the Water Festival held at Trinidad State Junior College, May 15.

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Left: Jono Schwan, a professional skateboarder who has competed in the X Games, shows off his moves during a demonstration at Balfour Beatty Communities’ end of the school year party, May 23. Above: Fort Carson community members gather at Balfour Beatty Communities’ Joel Hefley Community Center to watch a skateboarding and BMX demonstration, May 23. BBC hosted the event in celebration of the end of the school year for Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8 students.

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WASHINGTON — National Endowment for the Arts acting chairman Joan Shigekawa and Blue Star Families CEO Kathy Roth-Douquet announced May 21 that the Blue Star Museums program will continue for a fi fth year. The collaboration of NEA, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense and more than 2,000 museums across America allows the nation’s servicemembers and their Families the opportunity to visit participating museums for free, from Memorial Day through Labor Day 2014.

This year, more than 2,000 museums in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and American Samoa are participating.

“As we kickoff our fi fth year of Blue Star Museums, more museums than ever are part of this military appreciation program” said Shigekawa.

Roth-Douquet said the Blue Star Museum program “helps bring our local military and civilian communities together and offers Families fun and enriching activities (near their home stations.) We are thrilled with the continued growth of the program and the unparalleled opportunities it offers.”

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Army Medicine kicks off campaign

Events held at EACHParticipation in the following events counts towards the “I-Heart Challenge,” participants should bring their program passports to receive points:

Monday, noon, Evans Army Community Hospital west main entranceThe hospital commander kicks off Performance Triad Week, and the Army Wellness Center presents “Activity — Exercise is Medicine,” 10,000 steps per day. The event concludes with a Performance Triad/I-Heart Challenge 1.5-mile walk/run. Tuesday, noon to 1 p.m., EACH Cochrane Hall, room 251Performance Triad presentation on the importance and value of sleep. Wednesday, noon to 1 p.m., EACH Cochrane Hall, room 251Performance Triad presentation on the importance and value of various types of activity, focusing on tai chi which helps improve balance, is useful for general psychological health and produces general health benefi ts. Wednesday, noon to 1 p.m., EACH west main entrancePerformance Triad activity SPARQ — speed, power, agility, reaction, quickness — sports conditioning. Thursday, noon to 1 p.m., EACH B.K. George Hall, training room 101Performance Triad presentation on the importance and value of performance nutrition. June 6, noon to 1 p.m., EACH B.K. George Hall, training room 1018Performance Triad/I-Heart Challenge party; All are invited to bring a healthy lunch and participate in a Wellness Center-led discussion on the Performance Triad, I-Heart Challenge and the way ahead.

In addition, the EACH Nutrition Care Division will support the Fort Carson Commissary’s Health Festival June 13 from noon to 1 p.m., June 14 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and June 15 from 1-2 p.m. NCD will staff a nutrition information table and conduct commissary tours while discussing foods and nutrition at noon June 13-14 and 1 p.m. June 15. See Triad on page 23

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During the fi rst week of June, Army Medicine formally kicks off an Armywide Performance Triad campaign to positively infl uence the health and behaviors of the entire Army Family.

The triad includes sleep, activity and nutrition — elements that signifi cantly contribute to health, performance and resilience.

“These are important because they are the ‘big 3’ when it comes to a healthy lifestyle,” said Capt. Kelly Kaim, Evans Army Community Hospital chief outpatient dietitian. “Even having one of these out of sync can impact how we feel and how good we can do our job.”

The Army surgeon general is focused on trans-forming Army Medicine from a health care system to a System for Health that focuses on promoting healthy behaviors and addresses health issues before they become health problems. To support this initiative, Army Medical Command developed this campaign using the theme “Performance Triad: Your prescription for a longer, healthier life.”

“The Performance Triad is the Army’s answer to the obesity crisis that is overwhelming our nation and military,” said Tony Heinz, project lead, Fort

Carson Army Wellness Center. “The Fort Carson community is responding to the initiative by overwhelming the Army Wellness Center, Nutrition Care Division and fi tness centers to learn more about improving their health and wellness.”

The Army Wellness Center measures people’s true physical condition using

state-of-the-art equipment and the latest evidence-based information. It employs a “Bod Pod” to accurately measure a client’s body fat versus lean tissue and, among other activities, offers metabolic testing, fi tness (VO2

SubMax) testing and education and evaluation on healthy sleep habits.

Success storiesThree wellness center clients shared their

successes.“According (to) the Army tape test, I was within

compliance but considered my overall health to be mediocre at best,” said Maj. Clint Magana, chief of inpatient services, Evans Army Community Hospital. “As a health care professional, I felt that I had the knowledge to do it myself, but I lacked the determination. Swallowing my pride, I went to the wellness center and took the classes they offered.”

Magana had an appropriate 7-8 hour sleep routine. Sleeping less, or not having quality sleep,

could have caused him serious short- and long-term consequences, from impair-ing daily readiness through reduced alertness and con-centration to increasing risk for obesity, cardiovascular disease and depression. Fatigue and drowsiness from poor sleep could also have caused accidents and could be fatal.

The wellness center staff assessed his overall physical condition, encouraged him to increase his activity to about 10,000 steps per day and said he should work out more often, but it was his diet that pri-marily affected his health. Magana said it was the “little things” that were affecting him. He had forgotten about eating more fruits and vegetables, cutting out the soft drinks, eating less processed food, choosing his foods more carefully and eating smaller portions, more often.

“Losing the weight was not as easy as (it was) when I was 21 and continuously active. The wellness center

helped me develop a plan, execute it and held me accountable by having me come in every month to check my progress,” he said. “Now, I’m still tired at the end of the day, but I feel better overall.”

A Black Hawk pilot, Chief Warrant Offi cer 2 Jomond Ervin didn’t like what he saw when he looked at a mirror.

“I was ashamed,” he said, realizing that he needed to get his eating habits in check. Ervin’s unit medic referred him to the wellness center staff who suggested he change the way he eats by controlling his calorie intake and prescribed weightlifting.

“The combination … is what I needed to move in the right direction to losing weight and feeling better about myself, in and out of uniform,” he said. “My overall health now has skyrocketed. I feel better about myself, and all I needed was to meet the right people, remain motivated for the cause and change my lifestyle to a healthier one.”

Army retiree Rory Travis is the manager of the Comprehensive Soldier and Family Fitness Training Center. He considered himself generally healthy, but his arthritis caused him pain during workouts and not working out caused him to gain weight.

“I lost sight of the meaning and purpose to be at my best physically and was losing my mental edge and drive,” he said. “I got winded carrying laundry up and down stairs. I realized my quality of life and chances of longevity were slipping away from me.”

After Travis heard about the I-Heart Challenge, he found himself at the wellness center making use of the resources there.

“I-Heart Challenge introduced me to assessment tools, a

knowledgeable and helpful AWC staff, and available resources to evaluate and improve my physical perfor-mance and overall health,” he said. “I now run and bike

four or fi ve times a week, and I started going back to the gym

for strength and conditioning (training). There is no question that I’ve

experienced a marked increase in my overall health and attitude. I’ve gone from good to great health … I feel stronger, leaner and more mentally agile.”

Heinz encourages community members to take ad-vantage of the resources available at the wellness center.

“Everyone should take advantage of the Army Wellness Center,” said Heinz. “We are always expanding equipment and staff to keep up with the community demands for the service. Improving your sleep, activity and nutrition will improve the quality and longevity of your life.”

Nutrition educationIn concert with the wellness center’s efforts,

the hospital’s Nutrition Care Division supports the Performance Triad by routinely conducting nutrition education classes to leaders, Soldiers and Family


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Tips make transition smootherBalfour Beatty Communities

Moving is never easy and the process can be exhausting when transferring belongings from house to house. Adding children and pets into the equation can make moving even more stressful.

Whether arriving or departing, an organized move is the key to success.

Here are a few tips from Balfour Beatty Communities to help make the next move stress-free:

Packing tips Use the right size boxes Put heavier items on the bottom of boxes,

lighter items on top Don’t leave empty spaces in the box Avoid mixing items from different rooms in

the same box Label each box with the room it’s destined for

and a description of its contents Tape boxes well Bundle breakables Consider items that will need special treatment Limit cartons, when possible, to a maximum

weight of 50 pounds Provide plenty of cushioning to absorb shock

Moving with childrenKeep children in the loop and talk openly about

the move. Filling children in on the big change sooner, rather than later, will give them extra time to process. Be available to talk and let them express their concerns openly. A writing journal may also give them the opportunity to write down favorite memories and jot down their thoughts and feelings.

Explore together. Spend time researching the area to see what fun things there are to do in the new town. Research sports and community activities in the area, such as events held by the Balfour Beatty Communities’ LifeWorks program. For school-age children, review their school calendar to see if there are any upcoming interesting activities.

Get them involved with the packing process. Organize a special box with their favorite things and unpack this box fi rst so that they feel at home.

Prepare for goodbyes. Collect email and street addresses as well as phone numbers from friends and neighbors. You can even prepare a message book for children with well wishes from neighbors and friends to prepare them for their new journey.

For the move itself, make sure to have plenty of entertainment available. These include car/plane-friendly games, CDs, books/magazines, healthy snacks and a portable DVD player.

Moving with petsAsk your current vet for a copy of your pet’s

medical records, as well as any travel advice or vet recommendations in the new area. They may also offer some tricks to lessen the stress caused by traveling.

Prepare new identifi cation tags for your pets with your new address. If your pet is micro-chipped, make sure the database is updated as well.

Pets like routine and will notice any unusual activities such as packing. Try packing over an extended period of time to lessen the anxiety for both you and your pet. Set up a familiar place in your home and main-tain your usual feeding and bathroom break schedule.

Stress has been known to cause misbehavior in

pets and sometimes even causes them to run away. Make sure to have a recent photo on hand in case this unfortunate event occurs.

For small animals kept in cages, be sure to cover the cages with a cloth to prevent draft and help keep them calm.

Eco-friendly moveHere are a few suggestions to help relocate

responsibly.Condense and simplify belongings. The less

you have, the less you have to move. To lessen the load, try hosting a yard sale to earn a few dollars for the upcoming adventure or donate belongings to a local charity organization.

Think ahead by starting to save newspapers and coupon fl yers early. They are perfect for wrapping knickknacks and won’t cost any extra money. You can also save bubble wrap, packing peanuts and padded envelopes from various purchases.

Invest in reusable bins or trunks. If you prefer using cardboard boxes, visit local stores to see if they have boxes that may have otherwise been discarded. Be sure to recycle used boxes when fi nished with them.

Pass on the water bottles. Moving boxes and furniture can be a strenuous activity and it is important to stay hydrated. Consider purchasing a water fi lter or reusable water bottle. If you use plastic water bottles, be sure to recycle.

Balfour Beatty Communities can help make arrival or departure transition in Family housing as smooth

as possible. Contact the local management offi ce at 579-1606 for more information.

18 MOUNTAINEER — May 30, 2014 19May 30, 2014 — MOUNTAINEER

Story and photos by Sgt. Jonathan C. Thibault4th Combat Aviation Brigade Public Affairs

Office, 4th Infantry Division

Rigorous, relevant and realistic training.This was the model used to teach Soldiers

and leaders of the 4th Combat Aviation Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, during leader mentorship training on Fort Carson, May 15.

“Mentorship training was conducted to set positive conditions to help mentor the junior officers of the unit,” said Maj. Eric Megerdoomian, executive officer, 4th Attack Reconnaissance Battalion, 4th Aviation Regiment, 4th CAB.

“The intent is developing trust and sense of value from the mentor,” he said. “We created this by doing the hard, important and real training that will challenge the officers.”

4th CAB officers conducted training that depicted the worst-case scenarios that the leaders might be presented with in their future.

“We want our leaders to be able to react quickly if they get shot down in an unsafe environment,” said Megerdoomian. “We also want them to be able to use the newest radio equipment, conduct self-extraction from hostile areas, and to evacuate an injured Soldier and perform other important medical procedures.”

The officers received important training that will help them

lead Soldiers when they return to their units.“The mentorship taught us to look beyond the tasks at hand,

identify why a leader is doing the mission, and what a leader needs to do to complete the objective of the overall mission,” said 1st Lt. Clayton Hancock, assistant operations officer, 2nd General Support Aviation Battalion, 4th Avn. Reg. “This mindset will help leaders give their Soldiers motivation to fight and help them to become more efficient at their warrior tasks.”

Medical professionals from 4th ARB, 4th CAB, provided medical training they believe is an important asset that the officers can take back to their units.

“We provided a medical noncommissioned officer, flight surgeon and a physician assistant to give the best medical training to our officers,” said Staff Sgt. Andrew Quiroz, medical noncommissioned officer, 4th ARB. “We want them to be confident and able to perform treatments at a moment’s notice. The training allows them to face adverse medical scenarios to know what right is and be able to properly train their Soldiers.”

Junior officers said they look forward to teaching their Soldiers about the philosophies of leadership they learned from the mentorship training.

“I plan on taking the things I’ve learned from the mentorship (training) and implement some small group tactical training for my Soldiers,” said Hancock. “This type of training is the framework for teamwork. This is the best mentorship training I’ve had, which teaches both strategy and tactics.”

Officers from 4th Combat

Aviation Brigade,

4th Infantry Division, call for a medevac

to extract a simulated

injured Soldier, May 15.

Officers from 4th Combat Aviation Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, medevac a simulated injured Soldier, during mentorship training, May 15. 3rd Assault Helicopter Battalion, 4th Aviation Regiment, 4th CAB, made a quick landing to simulate an actual medevac landing.

Officers from 4th Combat Aviation Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, practice carrying a litter of a simulated injured

Soldier during mentorship training, May 15.



Claims to the EstateSpc. Daniela Rojas — With deepest regret to the

Family of the deceased. Anyone having claims against or indebtedness to her estate should contact Capt. Kathy Nowak, 719-503-4210 or [email protected].

Spc. Adrian Perkins — With deepest regret to the Family of the deceased. Anyone having claims against or indebtedness to his estate should contact 2nd Lt. Thomas Borden at 526-1243 or [email protected].

Upcoming eventsHistorical re-enactment — The 4th Infantry

Division Museum and the Colorado Military Historical Group will have a living history day, “D-Day Remembered,” at the 4th Infantry Division Museum, June 7. Re-enactors will represent the 4th Inf. Div. in period uniforms. There will be vehicle and weapon displays, fire power demonstrations and grenade throwing for children. The free event will be from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 524-0915 for more information.

Volunteers needed — Citizen Soldier Connection has an opportunity for Fort Carson ambassadors. CSC and Army Community Service are partnering to operate the Fort Carson Information Connection office in the Colorado Springs airport. Volunteers provide directions, in-processing information and transportation options for Soldiers arriving in Colorado Springs. Training and orientation will be June 5. For more informa-tion, contact Elizabeth Quevedo at 719-577-0177 or [email protected].

General announcementsSummer food service program — Fountain-Fort

Carson School District 8 is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge at Aragon and Mountainside Elementary schools. Meals will be served Monday-Friday, June 16-July 18. Breakfast will be from 7:15-8:15 a.m., and lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Sponsor Families — Volunteer sponsor Families are needed for the Air Force Academy’s class of 2018. Eligible sponsors are captain and above, staff sergeant and above and GS-05 and above. Cadets meet sponsors at Doolie Day Out, July 19. The deadline to sign up for Doolie Day is July 3. For more information, visit http://www.usafa.edu/cadetFocus/cadetSponsor, or call 719-333-2727.

Fort Carson Police Records — The Fort Carson Police Records section has moved to building 2757, MOD 4, on the corner of Barkeley Avenue and Osan Street. Hours of operation are 9 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m., Monday-Friday. Fingerprinting hours at the Fort Carson Police station, building 2700, have changed to 2-4 p.m., Monday-Friday. The Fort Carson Police complete fingerprints for on-post employment. For any other fingerprint needs, contact the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office.

TRICARE Service Center — The center at Evans Army Community Hospital closed. Beneficiaries can call United Healthcare at 877-988-9378 for enrollment and benefit help or visit http://www.tricare.mil.

Military Appreciation Day — The Southeast Armed Services YMCA hosts a monthly military appreciation day the fourth Friday of every month from 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Free events throughout the day include breakfast and light lunch, resiliency resources, preventive health screenings and wellness resources, workforce and education resources, social networking, arts and crafts and cooking classes. For more information, call Drew Aquino, 719-622-9622.

Support group — The Pikes Peak Share Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Inc. holds a monthly support group for those whose lives have been touched by pregnancy loss, stillbirth or loss in the first few months of life. The group meets the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 5265 N. Union Blvd. For more information, visit http://www.pikespeakshare.org.

Fort Carson Employee Assistance Program — The program provides short-term assistance to Depart ment 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 inter-ventions are offered and consultation is available to supervisors and managers regarding workplace matters. EAP services are free to eligible civilians and DA civilian employees. Call 526-2196 for assistance. The EAP is located at 1638 Elwell St. in building 6236, room 229.

Nutrition education — Evans Army Community Hospital Nutrition Care Division offers numerous education opportunities, including individual appointments, healthy cooking classes, commissary tours, infant/toddler feeding, sports nutrition, cholesterol management, weight management and dietary supplement classes. Call 526-7290 for more information.

Payday loan complaints — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is accepting complaints from borrowers encountering problems with payday loans. To submit a complaint, consumers can visit http://www.consumerfinance.gov/complaint or call 855-411-2372.

Mountain Post Running Club — The club will meet every Wednesday from 4-6 p.m. at the Exchange. There will be giveaways and stamps available for $1 off meals at the food court.

Hospital dining facility hours change — Due to lower demand, hospital dining facility hours have changed. Weekdays, full service breakfast is served from 6-9 a.m. Grab and go items, such as boiled eggs, sandwiches and breakfast bar, are available from 9-10 a.m. Lunch is 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., but the grill will close at 1:30 p.m. Dinner is served from 4-5:30 p.m., main line only. No change on weekends. Breakfast, 6:30-8:30 a.m.; lunch, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.; dinner, 4-5:30 p.m. Call 526-7290 for more information.

New hours — The pediatric immunization clinic located within pediatrics on the second floor of the Woods Soldier Family Care Center has new hours, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. Call 526-7653 for more information.

Voting assistance — The Voting Assistance Office, located in building 1218, room 212, is open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday-Friday. Call 526-3963 for assistance, or additional information can be found at http://www.fvap.gov.

Seeking volunteers — Cub Scout Pack 164 needs Scouts and adult volunteers who enjoy the outdoors, camping, climbing, sports, helping

the community and more. Contact Sara Ehrhart, committee chair, 785-226-0267, troop(underscore) [email protected] for more information.

Speed limit changes — The pre-existing 40 mph speed limit on Butts Road between Wilderness and Airfield roads was reduced to 30 mph. Call 526-9267 for information regarding the change.

Same day appointments — Evans Army Community Hospital Family Medicine Clinics, Internal Medicine Clinic and Pediatric Clinic are operating under an appointment model called “Open Access,” offering same day appointments. Beneficiaries may not be offered the exact hour they want. Call the Access to Care Line, 526-2273, to make an appointment.

Transfer military hospital or clinic when relocating — TRICARE Online users must update their military hospital or clinic location online each time they relocate. Transferring military hospital or clinic affiliation in TOL does not automatically transfer the TRICARE enrollment in Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System.

Library program — Tutor.com for military Families offers homework and studying help from a professional tutor, any time of day or night, free for K-12 students in military Families. Expert tutors are available online 24/7 to help students in more than 16 subjects, including math, science, English and social studies. Tutor.com can also help with standardized test prep, Advance Placement exams and with college essays. Visit http://www.tutor. com/military for more information.

Army Provider Level Satisfaction Survey — Patients may fill out and return the APLSS to help minimize the impact of budget cuts on medical care. Evans Army Community Hospital receives funding based on patients seen and customer satisfaction. Positive surveys returned can bring in up to $800. Help keep providers and departments and clinics fully functional. Call 526-7256 for more information.

Seeking volunteers — Cub Scout Pack 264 needs volunteers for den leaders and com-mittee members. No experience is needed. Training will be provided by Boy Scouts of America staff. There is always a need for new volunteers to fill positions or just help out at various activities. Contact the committee chair, Johnathon Jobson at [email protected] or the Cubmaster, Robert Jepsen, [email protected] and put Scout Volunteer in the subject line.


Has someone in your organization recently received kudos? Contact Mountaineer staff at

526-4144 or email [email protected].

Chapel briefsFacebook: Search “Fort Carson Chaplains (Religious

Support Offi ce)” for events and schedules.Vacation Bible School volunteers — are needed for

the June 9-13 program. Positions include station leaders — imagination station crafts, game assistance, snacks and preschool stations; crew leaders (16 years and older); and assistant crew leaders (sixth-graders and older). All potential volunteers must complete a background check. Contact Pat Treacy at 524-2458 or [email protected] to volunteer.

Catholic Religious Education registration is being accepted for classes that meet Sundays from 10:30-11:50 a.m. Religious education classes are available for children in preschool through the age of confi r mation. Classes are also offered for adults seeking to join the Catholic faith and those who desire to participate in the celebrating of the sacraments. Call Pat Treacy at 524-2458 for more information.

Youth Ministries: Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel youth group members are invited to attend the Prussman youth group Tuesdays at 6 p.m. or the Veterans youth group Sundays at 6:30 p.m.

Catholic Women of the Chapel meets Friday from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel. Call 526-5769 or visit “Fort Carson Military Council of Catholic Women” on Facebook for information.

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.

Knights of Columbus, a Catholic group for men 18 and older, meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel. Call 526-5769 for more information.

Latter Day Saints’ Soldiers meet Wednesday at 6 p.m. for pizza and social, followed by an

Institute (Bible study) at 6:30 p.m. at Provider Chapel, Ellis Street at Barkeley Avenue. For information or a ride contact elder Arthur Ford at 433-2659 or arthur.ford@mylds-

mail.net, or Chap. (Capt.) Jacob Snell at 330-3120 or [email protected].

Heartbeat, a support group for battle buddies, Family members and friends who are suicide survivors, meets the second Tuesday of each month from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Fallen Heroes Family Center, building 6215, 6990 Mekong St. Contact Richard Stites at 719-598-6576 or Cheryl Sims at 719-304-9815 for information.

Commentary by Chap. (Capt.) Samuel L. Rico

Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion, 4th Infantry Division

Memorial Day has passed, but since it has just passed, I encourage you to consider the following for all future Memorial Days.

“Remember.” Before King Leonidas faced

the horde of the Persian Army in the movie “300,” he gave the order, “Remember,” to one of his high-ranking offi cers that he had remain in Greece, for he knew that he would die in battle. When the Greeks went back to face the Persians, the offi cer said to the men, “It was the simplest command a king could give: ‘Remember.’”

The Bible gives a similar exhorta-tion in Hebrews 13:3, “Remember those who suffer, as though suffering with them.” On Memorial Day, we as an Army Family must remember those who gave their lives for us. Let us take the

time on all future Memorial Days, not just to cook hot dogs, but to put ourselves in the shoes of those Families who have lost their loved ones. For we, too, have lost, because those that gave their lives are our siblings in arms.

My command sergeant major says, “If it happens to your Soldier it’s just an event, but if it happens to you, it’s life.” I’ll never forget when we saw our special duty chaplain assistant’s last four (of his Social Security number) pop up on the battle tracker in Afghanistan. This meant that insurgents had attacked his combat patrol. It was the fi rst election in Afghanistan, August 20, 2009. I stood up in horror, waiting for the acronym KIA or WIA. He was an 11B who was loaned to us as a special duty chaplain assistant for the deployment. Company B, the company he had been assigned to, started losing too many Soldiers. They needed more. We told the company to let us know if they needed to take him back to the line.

About two days later, the command sergeant major came back and said, “I need him back.”

We knew he’d be out on patrol. We anxiously watched the battle tracker. It was a busy day. From the porch of our chapel, we even watched a vehicle-borne improvised explosive device drive into a mosque. Finally, the acronym came up — “WIA.” It was a sigh of relief. But immediately it hit me that he could have died. A sense of profound confusion washed over me as I tried to think about how the spouses, children and Family members (of our 19 other fallen comrades) felt

when they received their dreadful news. We cannot live life with such a constant burden of grief that it crushes us. Our fallen heroes would not even want that. But let us use Memorial Day for its intended purpose — remember. We remember them with sorrow, but live for them with honor.

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And, the nutrition staff practices what it preaches.

“All our military dietitians have taken part in a 30-day health challenge to eat healthy, get at least seven hours of sleep and we exercise regularly,” said Kaim, who also serves as the sports dietitian for the Army’s World Class Athlete Program.

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Command, the obesity rate among adult Army Family members is 32.5 percent, slightly lower than the national rate, but is subject to the same environmental factors that have contributed to the obesity epidemic nationwide — an abundance of cheap, low-nutrient, high-calorie food, but with limited access to affordable fresh fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables are often more costly than calorie-dense foods of lower nutritional quality. Higher prices of fruits and vegetables are associated with lower intake and

increases in body mass index.Good nutrition is a part of a

healthy lifestyle, not a diet. People should increase consumption

of fruits and vegetables, whole grains, skim and low-fat dairy and lean protein. They should “fuel” properly through a balance of carbohydrates,

proteins and healthy fats to maintain lean

muscle mass and should view food as part of their

physical conditioning — planning meals like planning workouts. Eating right improves physical and cognitive

performance, appearance, endurance and stamina.

“I suggest people learn more about the importance of the ‘triad’ for their health and start getting plenty of rest, becoming more active and eating healthier,” said Kaim. “The Performance Triad is an idea that is important for people of all ages to pay attention to, and following the healthy guidelines we discuss and provide will help to enhance your life.”

To find out more about the Performance Triad: Sleep, Activity and Nutrition, visit http://armymedicine.mil/Pages/performance-triad.aspx.

TriadFrom page 16

24 MOUNTAINEER — May 30, 2014 25May 30, 2014 — MOUNTAINEER

Places to see in thePikes Peak area.

By Nel LampeMountaineer staff

Some of the best white-water rafting in Colorado is about a 90-minute drive from Fort Carson, on the Arkansas River near the Royal Gorge. The Arkansas River is the most highly rafted river in the nation, with about a half-million rafters each year if the water is high.

This year the river is expected to be high because of the heavy snow in the mountains this past winter, said Erin Johnson, an adventure guide with Adventure Program and Education, Outdoor Recreation Center. White water is created when water rushes over the boulders in the river – the higher the water, the more white water there is.

The water now is running at about 1,000 cubic feet per second. Last year, the water was 900 cfs, and in 2012, it was at 500 cfs, Johnson said. “And the late snow hasn’t yet melted,” she said.

White-water rafting is not a “do it yourself” sport. Rafters need a raft, paddles, safety equipment and an experienced guide. There are many rafting companies that conduct rafting trips to various Colorado Rivers — check the yellow pages for rafting outfi tters, pick up a rafting brochure at any tourist information display or go online.

Booking a white-water rafting trip with APE is a no-brainer – all equipment and experienced guides are

furnished, as well as transportation and lunch.

The APE program has a variety of rafting trips available.

Regular white-water rafting trips begin Saturday, continuing every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Aug. 10. These trips cost $50 per person and begin at 7 a.m. at Outdoor Rec. Participants are fi tted with helmets, splash jackets and personal fl otation devices. There is a minimum of 10 participants and everyone must be able to swim. Children must be at least 8 years old and weigh 60 pounds or more.

Participants should wear a bathing suit and either swim shoes or sandals with a heel strap — no fl ip-fl ops. They can bring their own personal items, such as sunglasses and sunscreen. A change of clothes can be left in the van for the return trip.

Courtesy Outdoor Rec

Rafters give a river “high fi ve” after negotiating a rough stretch of water.


A Fort Carson rafting group goes through the Meat of Sidels rapids in Browns Canyon while on an overnight trip.

Photo by Rob Lampe

Rafters, with paddles ready, wait to get into rafts and launch at Pinnacle Rock by the Arkansas River.


Rafters paddle through a quiet stretch of water in a scenic area.

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A group of rafters listens to the briefi ng before launching into the water at Pinnacle Rock.

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After everyone is fi tted with equipment, vans are loaded about 7:30 a.m. and headed to Pinnacle Rock, the launching site, west of Cañon City. The rafting trip is through Bighorn Sheep Canyon. Lunch will be eaten riverside. The vans arrive back at Fort Carson about 3 p.m.

Family fun day trips are offered July 19 and 27 and Aug. 9. Activities include swimming, splashing, lunch and white-water rafting on the Arkansas River. Cost is $75 per person and $55 for those under 14, The trip begins at Outdoor Rec at 7 a.m. and ends at 3 p.m.

Outdoor Rec has longer rafting trips on the Arkansas River June 22 and 29; July 6 and 20 and Aug. 10 and 23. These trips go through BigHorn Sheep Canyon then stop for lunch. After lunch by the river, rafters go back in the water and

into the rough rapids of the Royal Gorge. Participants must be able to swim aggressively, weigh at least 100 pounds and be 16 or over. Cost is $90 per person and includes lunch and all equipment. Participants must be at Outdoor Recreation at 7 a.m. and return at about 4 p.m.

Overnight rafting trips through Browns Canyon are scheduled for June 21-22 and July 5-6. Cost is $140 per person and includes meals and all rafting and camping equip-ment. Trips leave at 9 a.m. the fi rst day and return the next day at 5 p.m.

Rubberized rafts that accommo-date fi ve riders are used for rafting trips. Everyone in the raft has a paddle and rows together as a team.

Call Information, Tickets and Registration at 526-5366 to schedule a white-water rafting trip; call 526-3907 for information, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday-Friday.


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“Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed” is in the Denver Museum of Nature and Science through Aug. 24. It is the largest exhibition about the ancient Mayans ever to be displayed in the U.S. The museum is in City Park at 2001 Colorado Blvd., and is open daily, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets are $22 for non-member adults and $13 for children ages 3-10. Tickets are sold for entry at a certain time; call the museum or go online at http://dmns.org for availability when planning a visit.

The Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey circus is coming to the World Arena June 5-8, with performances at 7 p.m. June 4-7 and at 1 and 5 p.m. June 8. There’s a 3 p.m. show June 7 as well. Tickets are available at http://www.Ringling.com and http://www.Ticketswest.com or by calling 866-464-2626. Tickets are also at the World Arena box office.

“Chihuly Rediscovered” is the newest exhibit in the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center, 30 W. Dale St. Renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly’s works are in the exhibit, along with his chandelier that is in the building’s lobby. Admission to the exhibit is $10.

Elitch Gardens, an amusement park near downtown Denver, is open daily, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. weeekdays, and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday-Sunday. A new ride is in the park this season, a seven-story thrill ride called “Brain Drain.” The water park is also open. Go to http://www.elitchgardens.com or call 303-595-4386 for infor-mation. Information, Tickets and Registration office has daily tickets for $29 and a season pass for $68. Elitch Gardens is at 2000 Elitch Circle, near the Pepsi Center. Take exit 212A from Interstate 25 north. There’s a charge for parking.

Santa’s Workshop at the North Pole is open for the season. It’s open daily, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Labor Day, when hours will be shortened. Active-duty military and members of their Families with military identification for 10 and older are admitted for $16 per person. Under age 2 and 60 and older are admitted free. Regular admission is $21 per person. The workshop is on the Pikes Peak Highway. Turn left at the light in the town of Cascade.

The Money Museum at 818 N. Cascade Ave. opens a new exhibit June 5, with a free open house from 5-7 p.m. . The new exhibit, “Treasures of the Deep: Galleons, Storms and Archeology,” tells the story of sunken treasure and the process of redis-covering and recovering treasure from the ocean

floor. Artifacts and treasures found in underwater wrecks will be exhibited. Regular admission is $5 for adults. Students and military are admitted for $4. Children 12 and under are free. The museum is open 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday.

Kids Fun Fest is presented by Rocky Mountain PBS-KTSC in Acacia Park June 7, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free fest is is for preschool through sixth grade, and Clifford the Big Red Dog will be on hand. Park in the parking garage at 215 N. Cascade Ave. for $1 that day.

Free Fishing Weekend in Colorado is June 7-8. Colorado residents and visitors can fish without a license. Licensing requirements are set aside to make it easy for families to discover fishing in Colorado. Although no license is required, other regulations remain in effect — limits on the number of fish that can be caught and bait restrictions will be enforced.

Pikes Peak Speed Week is June 20-29. Events that week include the Hill Climb Fan Fest June 27, in downtown Colorado Springs. Race cars and drivers will be on hand, as well as entertainment and food and drink vendors. The big event is June 29, when the annual Pikes Peak International Hill Climb takes place on the Pikes Peak Highway. For information visit http://www.ppihc.com.

Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument is holding a teen hiking contest this summer, called “Fourteen-Teens.” Area teens are challenged to hike all 14 miles of trails at Florissant Fossil Beds between June 7 and Sept. 18. All participants will receive a prize and are eligible for a grand prize. Teenagers interested in participating should pick up a contest log sheet at the visitor center desk at Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument. Contact Jeff Wolin at 719-748-3252, ext. 202.

“The Hornets Nest” is in the Cinemark Tinseltown Theater, 1545 E. Cheyenne Mountain Blvd. The documentary includes battlefield combat footage as two embedded journalists follow an elite group of U.S. troops on a mission deep inside an Afghanistan valley.

Pikes Peak Gem and Mineral Show is at the Western Museum of Mining and Industry June 6-8. See bones and fossils from the Denver Museum of Nature and Science Snow Mastodon Project. Go gold panning and see operating steam engines and antique mining equipment. Children under 13 are admitted free and adult admission is reduced to $5 per person. Food vendors will be on site. The museum is at 225 N. Gate Blvd., call 488-0880.

Royal Gorge Route Railroad is running trains on a daily basis for the summer season. Trains leave the Santa Fe station in Cañon City, 330 Royal Gorge Blvd., at 9:30 a.m., 12:30 and 3:30 p.m. Dinner trains are available Saturdays at 6:30 p.m. Call 888-724-5748 for reservations and allow enough time to pick up tickets at the depot ticket office before boarding. Food is available

on the train. Coach class tickets start at $39 for adults and $28 for children. Special trains, club class and Vista Dome tickets are higher.

Water World in Denver is open for the season. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily through Labor Day. Admission at the gate is $40.99 for anyone taller than 48 inches and $35.99 for anyone under 48 inches tall. Children under 40 inches tall are admitted free. If weather is inclement, call 303-427-7873 to inquire if the park is open. The park is at 8801 N. Pecos St. in the Denver area. Water World tickets can be purchased at ITR office for $32, and can be used for any age; call 526-5366.

Lakeside Amusement Park, in the Denver suburb of Lakewood, is open for the season. The family-friendly old-fashioned amusement park has large trees, lots of flowers and a lake. Parking is free and visitors can bring food or buy typical food choices in the park. There’s an admission fee of $3 that is paid to the parking attendant. Rides require tickets or buy an unlimited ride wristband. The park is at Interstate 70 and Sheridan Blvd., in Denver.

The Colorado Renaissance Festival near Larkspur runs for eight weeks, beginning June 14. Festival hours are Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., rain or shine. Tickets for adults are $19.95 and $9 for children. Parking is free. It’s about 45 minutes to the festival; take Interstate 25 north to exit 172 and follow the signs.

Lake Pueblo State Park’s swim beach is open for the summer, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday-Monday. There’s no admission charge other than the day pass of $7 required for the park or an annual park pass ($70). The park is open year-round and has campsites. Take Interstate 25 south to Pueblo, take Highway 50 West for about four miles to Pueblo Boulevard. Turn south on Pueblo Boulevard and go about four more miles, take Thatcher Avenue west and follow signs to the park.

A new aviation event, Pueblo Air Blitz, is at the Pueblo Municipal Airport June 12-15, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event is a collaboration between the Pueblo Historical Aircraft Society and the Mile High Wing of the Commemorative Air Force, formerly the Confederate Air Force. A historic World War II bomber and other aircraft will participate, and attendees may visit the Pueblo Weisbrod aircraft museum. Admission is $7 for anyone older than 11, but active-duty military are admitted free. Food vendors will be on site. The airport is east of Pueblo on Highway 50 west.

The Colorado Springs Philharmonic performs two free concerts in July. The philharmonic performs in Memorial Park July 4, followed by fireworks at dusk. The second free concert is in Bear Creek Regional Park July 12, “Rewind: Music of the 80s.” For more information, visit http://www.csphilharmonic.org.

— Compiled by Nel Lampe


Outdoor Pool opens for seasonStory and photo by Walt Johnson

Mountaineer staff

The Fort Carson Outdoor Pool opened May 23 for the summer season, but Mother Nature was not as cooperative as aquatics center officials would have hoped.

The Outdoor Pool will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Labor Day. Recreational swimming is free for all Department of Defense identification card holders throughout the summer season, and at the Iron Horse Sports and Fitness Center indoor pool Monday-Friday from 1-4 p.m. and 6:30-9:30 p.m. and weekends 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Other swim programs will still have a fee.

Opening day temperatures were in the mid-60s with a cool breeze blowing that was not conducive to outdoor swimming. The weather didn’t get much better Saturday, but Sunday-Tuesday the weather, though still a bit on the cool side, was more to outdoor swimmers’ liking, and people began to show up.

Triczia Prince and her Family were at the Outdoor Pool enjoying the sunshine and their first chance to swim outdoor this year. She said the weather was good enough for her family to come outside because they wanted to swim, and she thought it would be a good chance for them to get out and play in the sun.

“My son and daughter wanted to come out to swim, and I thought it would be good for them to get out and play with some of their friends at the pool,” Prince said.

Other Families came out Sunday to enjoy the pool. One of the best things for those people is they had the Olympic-sized pool and all the other amenities at the outdoor complex with very few people there. As the weather warms up that will not be the case as the Outdoor Pool is usually one of the busiest places on post.

Mandy Amello was a regular — usually five to six days a week — at the facility last year, and she wasted little time making her way to the facility this year. Amello was not about to let the slightly chilled weather keep her Family away from the pool.

“We are from the East Coast and we are used to the beach and the ocean, which is why we are such a swimming family. My kids and I love going to the indoor pool (at Iron Horse Sports and Fitness Center) during the winter months, but we wanted to get here and be outside and swim today. This is a more open area and it gives them a chance to swim and get some sun at the same time,” Amello said.

She said the Outdoor Pool also gives her Family a chance to take advantage of something the indoor facility doesn’t offer. Amello said her Family has had numerous days where they would come to the

facility when it opens at 10 a.m. and not leave until it closes at 6 p.m. She said unless it rains or there is thunder in the area, there is no way to get her Family away from the pool and all it has to offer. She said the outdoor facility gives the children a chance to explore different ways to have fun and each Family member enjoys spending long sessions swimming in the giant Outdoor Pool.

Armello said she is appreciative of how much interaction the people working at the pool have with customers. She said a highlight of their visit each time the Family comes to the facility is how much the lifeguards have fun with the people at the pool in addition to making sure the environment is safe for all the swimmers.

Photo by Walt Johnson

Mountaineer Sports Feature

Fort Carson Family member Michelle White concentrates on a pitch during coed action at Skyview Sports Complex in Colorado Springs, Saturday. The coed team, consisting of members from the Mountain Post, finished second in the competitive-level tournament.

Post youths enjoy a day at the Outdoor Pool, Sunday. The pool is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily through Labor Day.


The Country Club of Colorado Springs hosts the third annual Sergeants Major Academy golf event Saturday.

The cost is $80 for active-duty Soldiers and retirees and $110 for civilians. A shotgun start kicks off the event at 8 a.m. Various awards will be presented, according to event organizers. Those awards include: 1st, 2nd and 3rd place, longest drive, closest to the pin and a $10,000 hole-in-one. For an additional $5 per person or $15 per family, people can enjoy an entire day at the club and use of all of its amenities, which include tennis, a lake, beach and spa. Contact Sgt. Maj. Cesar Bueno at 503-0035 or [email protected] for registration information.

The National Physique Committee 2013 International Federation of Bodybuilding Armbrust Pro Gym Mile High Pro Men’s and Women’s Pro Physique Championships and Max Muscle Mile High Fitness, Figure, Bikini Physique and Natural Bodybuilding and Fitness Women’s Physique championships will be held in Golden, Saturday.

The event, which features military athletes, takes place at the Venue/Colorado School of Mines Green Hall Bunker Auditorium. Prejudging begins at noon and the fi nals begin at 7 p.m. Visit http://www.jefftaylor.com for tickets.

Fountain-Fort Carson High School Hall of Famer and current Minnesota Vikings right tackle Phil Loadholt will hold a free football clinic June 27 for District 8 students.

The clinic is free for all students in District 8

and will be held at the high school stadium. It will feature two ses-sions: seventh- through 12th-graders from 8-11 a.m.; and third- through sixth-graders from 1-4 p.m. Registration forms are available at the District 8 main offi ce. When registering, include T-shirt size. Call the district offi ce at 382-1300 for more information.

The Pikes Peak Chapter of the Association of the United States Army holds its annual Golf Scramble July 18 at Cheyenne Shadows Golf Club.

Contact Robin Wininger at 719-659-8498 for more information.

Registration for the 2014 Rocky Mountain State Games is open for athletes of all ages and skill levels.

A special new program to encour-age participation by military members and their Families is being offered this year. The RMSG Military Support Program has been created by the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation to allow servicemembers and their Families in the state to participate in the games. According to RMSG

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To participate in this program for the military, servicemembers and their Families must submit a completed Rocky Mountain State Games Military Registration Assistance application online or by email or fax. Online applications are available at http://www.RockyMountainStateGames.org. Click on the “Military Support Program” button on the left side of the page. Once the applications have been processed, the applicants and their immediate Family members will receive a special 50-percent discount code. Contact Doug Martin at the Sports Corp, 719-634-7333, extension 010 or email [email protected] for more information.

The Colorado Rockies host its annual Military Appreciation Day, July 6, at 2:10 p.m. against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Pregame festivities include color guard demonstrations and the ceremonial fi rst pitch. All pregame festivities will be performed by service-members and veterans, according to the Rockies. Military personnel and veterans will be offered complimentary tickets. Tickets, normally $35, will be available for $14 for friends and Family members. Fax orders to 303-312-2219 or email to [email protected]. They can also be mailed to: CRBC, Attn: Military Appreciation 2001 Blake St., Denver, CO 80205. After June 27, tickets will only be available through the Coors Field ticket window, Rockies offi cials said. Contact Cory Little at 303-312-2426 or Andrew Kennedy at 303-312-2477 for more information.

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is when the Rockies take on the Arizona Diamondbacks, June 3-5 at 6:40 p.m. The Los Angeles Dodgers will be the opposition June 6 at 6:40 p.m.; and June 7-8 at 2:10 p.m. Military personnel can purchase tickets in the outfi eld box, pavilion, right fi eld mezzanine and upper reserved infi eld/outfi eld area for their Family and friends for $14 each (with a $3.50 service charge per order), a discount from the usual price. Call the Rockies at 303-ROCKIES, ask for the military discount and provide reference number 21230987 to take advantage of the offer. This offer is not available on a walk-up basis. Seating areas are subject to availability, limits may apply and all areas are not available for each game.

The next Commanding General Golf Scramble is June 6 at the Cheyenne Shadows Golf Club.

The event will begin with a shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. The event is a four-person team concept, according to golf course offi cials. Call 526-4102 to reserve a spot. The golf course is scheduled to hold a CG golf scramble in July, August and September.

The Colorado Springs Flames football team continues season play Saturday when it meets

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The Flames’ next home game will be June 21 when it will host the Pueblo Steel at Harrison High School at 7 p.m.

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