Mountaineer 2012 05-25

Vol. 70 No. 21 May 25, 2012

Word of the month: Sacrifice

Photo by Staff Sgt. Andrew Porch

Heroes’ welcome
Soldiers of 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, march past Colorado escorted to the Fort Carson Special Events Center, where they were greeted and
Patriot Guard Riders at the Fort Carson Arrival/Departure Air Control Group, received by friends and loved ones. By the end of June, nearly 3,800 Soldiers of
welcoming the Soldiers home from a yearlong deployment to Afghanistan, May 8. “Warhorse” Brigade will have redeployed, having successfully completed their
“Warhorse” Soldiers completed in-processing upon arrival at the A/DACG and were mission. See pages 24-25 for more.

School-Age Services earns accreditation
By Andrea Sutherland process) turned our program staff into a team.” reliable verification that provides confidence and
Mountaineer staff Patriot School-Age Services, which began support to an after school program’s children and youth,
operating in July 2010 under the Directorate of parents, staff and community partners. The COA
The Council on Accreditation announced May 15 Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, provides accreditation process involves a detailed review
that Fort Carson Patriot School-Age Services a variety of programs for children in first to fifth and analysis of both a program’s administrative
received accreditation after completing a rigorous grades both after school and during the summer operations and its service delivery practices.”
six-month process. months. The program supports technology, sports and Durgin said the Army-mandated accreditation
“This was an excellent opportunity for our staff,” drama clubs as well as several summer camps. process validated the programs and services Patriot
said Michelle Durgin, acting youth administrator, In its official announcement of the accreditation,
See Patriot on Page 4
Child, Youth and School Services. “The (accreditation the COA wrote, “COA accreditation is an objective and

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MOUNTAINEER
Commanding General:

Garrison Commander:
Maj. Gen. Joseph Anderson A challenge to honor all
Commentary by Staff Sgt. Craig Cantrell cope with the rigors of training, hardships of combat and
Col. David L. Grosso 4th Infantry Division Public Affairs Office loss of brothers and sisters in arms?
Fort Carson Public Affairs Officer: What drives men or women to serve their country?
Dee McNutt Courage on the battlefield comes from the deepest Glory? Sacrifice? Belief that the cause is just? How does
part of a Soldier’s spirit and will carry him through the the Soldier on the battlefield justify spilling another’s
Chief, Print and Web Communications:
battle or lead him to the grave. blood, or his own?
Rick Emert Many have attempted to immortalize the American Any servicemember who has experienced the loss
Editor: Devin Fisher fighting spirit through books, movies and tales of bravery, of a comrade will tell you it’s far from easy to accept
Staff writer: Andrea Sutherland gallantry and courage in the line of duty. It was Plato and impossible to forget.
who once said, “Only the dead have seen the end of war.” Yet, every day more than 1 million American
Happenings: Nel Lampe
But the true story of our nation’s conflicts can servicemembers fulfill duties they swore during an oath to
Sports writer: Walt Johnson only be told by those who have lived it; those who support and defend the Constitution of the United States
Layout/graphics: Jeanne Mazerall have fought, bled and triumphed on the battlefield against all enemies, both foreign and domestic.
alongside their comrades. The reasoning may be different for each, but the
This commercial enterprise newspaper is
Military service is a job like no other. The hours common goal unites all who serve and die together in the
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Department of Defense. Contents of the are ever present. And military service raises more President Ulysses S. Grant said, “Let us have
Mountaineer are not necessarily the official questions than it answers. peace,” on a day he declared a national holiday to
view of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government or
What drives warriors to do what they do? How do they commemorate the sacrifices of the American warrior.
the Department of the Army. Printed circulation
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Community salutes military service
Story and photo by Samantha B. Koss the region nominated 14 of their top troops for the 2012 Fort Carson’s Sgt. 1st Class Courtney Williams,
Special to the Mountaineer Outstanding Active-Duty Servicemember Award in 59th Military Police Company, 759th MP Battalion,
three categories: junior enlisted, noncommissioned 42nd MP Brigade; Staff Sgt. Damion Bolton, 704th
The Greater Colorado Springs Chamber and officer and senior NCO. Brigade Support Battalion, 4th Brigade Combat
Economic Development Corporation Military Team, 4th Infantry Division; and Spc. Bernard
Affairs Council hosted the annual Armed Forces Begay, 59th MP; each received nomination
Day luncheon at the Broadmoor Hotel May 18 awards for their outstanding service to the military
to thank the local military community for their and civilian communities.
service to the nation. “It’s amazing to be able to represent an entire
“(The military affairs division of the Chamber division single-handedly,” said Bolton, who was
of Commerce) strives to sustain and develop the only Soldier nominated from 4th Inf. Div.
the diverse military missions throughout the Pikes “That’s just something I never thought I would
Peak Region,” said Brian Binn, president of the have the opportunity to do.”
chamber’s military affairs division. Bolton was nominated based on his exceptional
Each year at the luncheon the military affairs military record, civilian education and involvement
division honors all the Soldiers, Airmen, Sailors, in the community where he volunteers at a
Marines and Coast Guard members for their military homeless shelter and visits the assisted living
service and support to the Pikes Peak community. quarters around Colorado Springs.
“Thank you for maintaining a strong bond “I am tied with the community and I still
between our military and this community and haven’t done enough,” Bolton said. “As a Soldier,
enhancing the quality of life for our servicemembers you don’t have time, you make time.”
every day,” said Gen. Charles H. Jacoby, Jr., The other two nominees were selected for
commander, North American Aerospace Defense their success in military board reviews, military
Command and U.S. Northern Command at achievements and physical training.
Peterson Air Force Base, who served as the “I’m just a Soldier,” said Williams, Fort
keynote speaker. “It’s great to be among friends.” Carson’s latest addition to the Sergeant Audie
The luncheon provides an occasion for the Murphy Club. “But it is an honor to be selected
community to acknowledge the abundant Staff Sgt. Damion Bolton, left, 704th Brigade Support Battalion, to represent Fort Carson.”
military service in the region but also gives the 4th Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, receives an The chamber also recognized the four primary
chamber an opportunity to present three enlisted award for outstanding military service from Gen. Charles H. honor guards in the region for their support to the
servicemembers with an award for their superior Jacoby, commander, North American Aerospace Defense community during ceremonies and parades.
service to the community. Command and U.S. Northern Command, during the Armed Forces
See Awards on Page 4
Commanders from all branches of military in Day luncheon May 18 at the Broadmoor.


Patriot
from Page 1

School-Age Services offers. This was the first time
the program applied for and received the accreditation,
which is valid for five years.
“COA makes sure you do what you say you’re
doing,” Durgin said.
Representatives from the COA visited Fort
Carson May 7-8, evaluating programs and services
offered, program administration and human
resources, Durgin said.
“They were looking (to ensure) we are adhering
to best practices,” she said. “They were making sure
we have consistent policies and that we are being
held accountable.”
Durgin said COA representatives interviewed
staff, parents and children and observed the after
school programs.
“We have 150 kids coming through here every
day,” she said, adding that if a child expressed
interest in an activity the staff would work to accom-
modate that hobby or sport. “(COA representatives)
were impressed the kids had a choice of what
Photo by Susan C. Galentine activity to participate in.”
Fifth graders from Patriot Elementary School help plant trees at Carson Middle School May 11 in honor of Arbor Day. Durgin said the COA was also pleased with
how the staff supported each other and that the

Carson receives
accreditation validated their efforts.
“This just proves that we are not glorified
baby sitters,” she said. “We are trained, child care
professionals.”
Parents interested in enrolling children in the

‘Tree City’ honors
Story by Danny Gray
summer camps may contact Parent Central Services
at 526-1101. There is limited availability.

Environmental Division,
were more than 3,400 Tree City
communities in the United
Every year the installation
hosts tree-planting events including
Awards
Directorate of Public Works States and only 22 were schools, families and local from Page 3
recognized for the Sterling Tree organizations. Since 2008, more
Fort Carson was recognized City award for growth. than 3,600 trees have been planted Master Sgt. Shawn Farnsworth, senior enlisted
by the nonprofit Arbor Day This year, Fort Carson was within the cantonment area. leader of the 4th Inf. Div. and Fort Carson Mounted
Foundation as a Sterling Tree recognized for education, public The effect of the ongoing Color Guard, received an award of appreciation on
City for its efforts to improve the awareness, partnerships, con- drought — the driest decade since behalf of the group for the mounted color guard’s
community’s urban forest during struction project planning and the 1930s’ dust bowl years — has 46 years of support to the community.
a tree-planting event held May 11 management, expanding tree challenged the installation with “It is an honor to be part of every parade and to
at Carson Middle School. plantings and maintenance. increased tree mortality rates and be the face of Fort Carson in the community,”
The recognition is for achiev- More than 1,100 trees were higher maintenance costs. To Farnsworth said.
ing 10 years of sustained tree planted across the installation minimize the effects of the Colorado Springs Mayor Steve Bach presented
growth on post. Fort Carson has with major projects at the Fort drought, all new planted trees are Farnsworth with his award and thanked him and all the
met the criteria of the Arbor Day Carson Resiliency Campus, now on drip irrigation. servicemembers at the luncheon for their support.
Foundation’s Tree City Program Pershing Field, a living fence of Fort Carson’s urban forest “My wife, Suzi, and I are here on behalf of
for its 25th consecutive year. trees at the old hospital complex program has come a long way and nearly 500,000 people in our city to pay tribute to
The Growth Award is site, the new Training Audiovisual continues to set a high standard all those who have served and continue to serve in
achieved by communities that Support Center complex, the new among Army installations with defense of our freedoms,” Bach said. “I just want
have significantly improved commissary, other new command the aid of command emphasis, to say to those who sacrifice their lives how deeply
vital segments of their urban and unit structures and many unit and activity support and thankful we are for your service ... God bless you
forest program. In 2011, there new housing units. community partnerships. all and thank you.”

Installation run to cause traffic delays
4th Infantry Division Public Affairs Office Due to the Ironhorse Run, the Fort Carson K Titus Boulevard from Magrath Avenue to
community must be aware of the following traffic Specker Avenue
The 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson delays, and may choose to use alternate routes K Specker Avenue to Wetzel Avenue
will celebrate Ironhorse Week, five days of from approximately 6:15-8 a.m. Once the runners K Wetzel Avenue from Specker Avenue to
competition, displays and entertainment for units clear each of the below areas, traffic will resume: Prussman Boulevard
on post, Soldiers and their Families, June 4-8. K Wetzel Avenue from Nelson Boulevard to Ironhorse Week, with the exception of the
The celebration of camaraderie and esprit de Ellis Street Daughtry concert, is open to the public. Visitors
corps starts June 4 with a four-mile installation run K Ellis Street from Wetzel Avenue to may enter any Fort Carson gate as long as they
led by the 4th Inf. Div. and Fort Carson commanding Magrath Avenue have a valid federal or state issued identification
general, Maj. Gen. Joseph Anderson, and Command K Magrath Avenue (typically closed for card, driver’s license, proof of insurance and vehicle
Sgt. Maj. Brian Stall, senior enlisted leader. physical training 6:30-8 a.m.) registration. All vehicles are subject to be searched.


Armed Forces Day Parade

Trinidad unveils Veterans Park Memorial
Story and photo by today, because every-
Pfc. Andrew Ingram thing we do today is to
4th Infantry Division Public follow in your footsteps.”
Affairs Office After the ceremony,
the people of Trinidad
TRINIDAD — Citizens from the gathered on Main Street
southern Colorado town of Trinidad to celebrate the com -
honored Fort Carson Soldiers and munity’s 2nd Annual
military veterans at the unveiling of Armed Forces Day
the Veterans Park Memorial and during Parade, in which
an Armed Forces Day Parade, Saturday. Anderson and Sinise
Maj. Gen. Joseph Anderson, were guests of honor.
commanding general, 4th Infantry Sinise accompanied
Division and Fort Carson, joined by Anderson to Trinidad
actor and musician Gary Sinise, as part of his visit to
and World War II and Korean War Fort Carson, where he
veterans from the Trinidad community, performed with the Lt.
unveiled the memorial. Dan Band for Soldiers
“Congratulations to all of you for later that evening (see
pulling this off,” Anderson said. “The story on Page 15).
way you honor your veterans is Soldiers assigned to
phenomenal. Thank you all for the Company A, 4th
partnership, support and cooperation Squadron, 10th Cavalry
you share with us.” Regiment, 3rd Brigade
Anderson also expressed his Combat Team, 4th Inf. Maj. Gen. Joseph Anderson, commanding general, 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson, and actor and
gratitude for the gathered veterans, Div., and the Ivy Division musician Gary Sinise participate in the 2nd Annual Armed Forces Day Parade in Trinidad, Saturday.
acknowledging their contributions to Band also marched in
the security and history of the nation. the parade, representing Fort Carson. today,” Sinise said. “It is my pleasure Memorial Park, where the Soldiers
“Thank all of you for your “It is an honor to be in the presence to support this event and to support displayed military vehicles and local
service to our country,” he said. of so many great Americans who served all of you. God bless all of you.” children tried on different articles of
“Thanks to all of you for setting the their country — from World War II Following the parade, the Trinidad personal protective equipment Soldiers
example for all of us in the military veterans to those who are serving community gathered at Miners use in training and in combat.


Miscellaneous Fort Carson dining facilities hours of operation
Self-Help Weed Control Program — Department of Dining facility Friday-Monday Tuesday-Thursday
Defense regulations require training for people Stack Breakfast: 7-9 a.m. Breakfast: 7-9 a.m.
applying pesticides on military installations. Units Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
interested in participating in the program must Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m. Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m.
send Soldiers for training on the proper handling, Wolf Closed Breakfast: 7-9 a.m.
transportation and application of herbicides. Once Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
individuals are properly trained by the Directorate Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m.
of Public Works base operations contractor,
Soldiers can be issued the appropriate products Warfighter Closed Breakfast: 7-9 a.m.
and equipment so units can treat weeds in rocked (Wilderness Road Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
areas around their unit facilities. Weed control Complex) Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m.
training sessions for Soldiers are available the first LaRochelle Closed Breakfast: 7-9 a.m.
and third Monday of the month, May-September, 10th SFG(A) Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
from 10 a.m. to noon in building 3708. Products Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m.
and equipment will be available for Soldiers on a
hand receipt. Each unit may send up to five people or routine tasks and for reporting wind damage, tools; or Rufus Guillory at rufus.guillory@dla.mil.
for training. Call 492-0166 for more information. damaged traffic signs or other facility damage. Retirement briefings — are held from 8 a.m. to noon
Finance travel processing — All inbound and • Refuse/trash and recycling — Call Eric the second and third Wednesday of each month at
outbound Temporary Lodging Expense, “Do it Bailey at 719-491-0218 or email eric.e.bailey4. the Joel Hefley Community Center conference room,
Yourself ” Moves, servicemember and Family civ@mail.mil when needing trash containers, trash 6800 Prussman Ave. The Retirement Services Office
member travel, travel advance pay and travel pay is overflowing or emergency service is required. recommends spouses accompany Soldiers to the
inquiries will be handled in building 1218, room 231. • Facility custodial services — Call Bryan briefing. Call 526-2840 for more information.
Call 526-4454 or 524-2594 for more information. Dorcey at 526-6670 or email bryan.s.dorcey.civ@ Reassignment briefings — are held Tuesdays
First Sergeants’ Barracks Program — is located in mail.mil for service needs or to report complaints. for Soldiers heading overseas and Thursdays for
building 1454 on Nelson Boulevard. The hours of • Elevator maintenance — Call Bryan personnel being reassigned stateside. The briefings
operation are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday. The Dorcey at 526-6670 or email bryan.s.dorcey.civ are held in building 1129, Freedom Performing Arts
office assists Soldiers with room assignments and @mail.mil. Center; sign-in is at 7 a.m. and briefings start at 7:30
terminations. For more information call 526-9735. • Motor pool sludge removal/disposal — a.m. Soldiers are required to bring Department
Sergeant Audie Murphy Club — The Fort Carson Call Dennis Frost at 526-6997 or email of the Army Form 5118, signed by their unit
Sergeant Audie Murphy Club meets the third dennis.j.frost.civ@mail.mil. personnel section, and a pen to complete forms.
Tuesday of each month at the Family Connection • Repair and utility/self-help — Call Gary Call 526-4730/4583 for more information.
Center from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The SAMC is Grant at 526-5844 or email gerald.l.grant2.civ Army ROTC Green to Gold briefings — are held
open to all active members and those interested in @mail.mil. Use this number to obtain self-help the first and third Tuesday of each month at noon
becoming future SAMC members. The club was tools and equipment or a motorized sweeper. at the education center, building 1117, room 120.
originally a U.S. Forces Command organization of • Base operations contracting officer Call University of Colorado-Colorado Springs
elite noncommissioned officers but is now an representative — Call Terry Hagen at 526-9262 Army ROTC at 262-3475 for more information.
Armywide program for individuals who have met or email terry.j.hagen.civ@mail.mil for questions ETS briefings — for enlisted personnel are held
the criteria and have proven themselves to be on snow removal, grounds maintenance and the first and third Wednesday of each month.
outstanding NCOs through a board/leadership contractor response to service orders. Briefing sign in begins at 7 a.m. at the Soldier
process. Contact the SAMC president, Staff Sgt. • Portable latrines — Call Jerald Just at Readiness Building, building 1042, room 244,
Thomas Witt, at 526-5661 for more information. 524-0786 or email jerald.j.just.civ@mail.mil to on a first-come, first-served basis. Soldiers must
Command Evaluation and Training Team — request latrines, for service or to report damaged be within 120 days of their expiration term of
COMET provides commanders at all levels with a or overturned latrines. service, but must attend the briefing no later than
responsive maintenance and supply assessment and The Fort Carson Trial Defense Service office — is 30 days prior to their ETS or start of transition
training tool that improves the combat effectiveness, able to help Soldiers 24/7 and is located at building leave. Call 526-2240/8458.
readiness and efficiency of their units’ logistical 1430, room 240. During duty hours, Soldiers should Special Forces briefings — are held Wednesdays in
programs. The team identifies supply and mainte- call 526-4563. The 24-hour phone number for after building 1430, room 123, from noon to 1 p.m.
nance weaknesses and problems, and provides hours, holidays and weekends is 719-358-3275. Soldiers must be specialist to staff sergeant from any
individual and unit reinforcement training based on Questions can also be submitted by email to military occupational specialty, have a general
assessments. Results remain confidential for the unit FtCarsonTDS@gmail.com. Know your rights. technical score of at least 107, be a U.S. citizen, score
commander only. COMET provides assistance in Legal services — provided at the Soldier Readiness 240 or higher on the Army Physical Fitness Test, and
the majority of maintenance and supply management Processing site are for Soldiers undergoing the SRP pass a Special Forces physical. Call 524-1461 or
areas with one-on-one training, and by conducting process. The SRP Legal Office will only provide visit the website at http://www.bragg.army.mil/sorb.
follow-up visits. The team also conducts classes to powers of attorney or notary services to Soldiers
help strengthen supply skills and improve mainte- processing through the SRP. Retirees, Family Hours of Operation
nance readiness. Contact Tim Howarth at 503-3095 members and Soldiers not in the SRP process can
or thomas.howarth3.ctr@mail.mil for information. receive legal assistance and powers of attorney at • In-processing — Monday-Thursday from
Recycle incentive program — The Directorate of the main legal office located at 1633 Mekong St., 7:30-10:30 a.m.
Public Works has an incentive program to prevent building 6222, next to the Family Readiness Center. • Initial and partial issues — Monday-
recyclable waste from going to the landfill. Legal assistance prepares powers of attorney and Friday from 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Participating battalions can earn monetary rewards performs notary services on a walk-in basis from • Cash sales/report of survey — Monday-
for turning recyclable materials in to the Fort Carson 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays-Wednesdays and Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Recycle Center, building 155. Points are assigned for Fridays, and from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursdays. • Direct exchange and partial turn ins —
the pounds of recyclable goods turned in and every Monday-Friday from 7:30-11:30 a.m.
participating battalion receives money quarterly. Call Briefings • Full turn ins — by appointment only; call
526-5898 for more information about the program. 526-3321.
Directorate of Public Works services — DPW is Casualty Notification/Assistance Officer training • Unit issues and turn ins — Call 526-
responsible for a wide variety of services on Fort — is held June 12-14 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in 5512/6477 for approval.
Carson. Services range from repair and maintenance the Family Readiness Center, building 6237, room Education Center hours of operation — The
of facilities to equipping units with a sweeper and 104. This training is required for all Soldiers asked Mountain Post Training and Education Center,
cleaning motor pools. Listed below are phone to perform this solemn duty. Per Army Regulation building 1117, 526-2124, hours are as follows:
numbers and points of contact for services: 600-8-1, this duty is limited to those in the ranks of • Counselor Support Center — Monday-
• Facility repair/service orders — Fort sergeant first class to command sergeant major, Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Fridays 11
Carson Support Services service order desk can be chief warrant officer 2-5 and captain and above. No a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
reached at 526-5345. Use this number for emergencies reservations are required to attend training. Classes • Army Learning Center — Monday-
offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Call Jean Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
BOSS meetings are Graves at 526-5613/ 5614 for more information. • Defense Activity for Nontraditional
held the first and third Disposition Services — Defense Logistics Agency Education Support and Army Personnel
Thursday of each Disposition Services Colorado Springs, located in Testing — Monday-Friday 7:30-11:30 a.m. and
month from 2-3:30 building 381, conducts orientations Fridays from 12:30-4:30 p.m.
p.m. at The Foxhole. 12:30-3:30 p.m. The orientations discuss DLA Repair and Utility self-help — has moved to building
Contact Cpl. Rachael processes to include turning in excess property, 217 and is open Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Robertson at 524-2677 reutilizing government property, web-based tools Medical Activity Correspondence Department office
or visit the BOSS office available, special handling of property and hours — The Correspondence (Release of Infor-
in room 106 of The Hub for more information. environmental needs. To schedule an orientation, mation) Office in the Patient Administration Division
Text “follow CarsonBOSS” to 40404 to receive updates
contact Arnaldo Borrerorivera at arnaldo. hours are Monday-Wednesday and Friday 7:30 a.m.
and event information.
borrerorivera@dla.mil for receiving/turn in; Mike to 4:30 p.m. and closed Thursday and federal
Welsh at mike.welsh@dla.mil for reutilization/web holidays. Call 526-7322 or 526-7284 for details.


ACS trains ‘Warhorse’ for home operations
Story and photo by Soldiers returning from a deployment, said 2nd Lt. was downrange, and now he or she is back, and those
Staff Sgt. Andrew Porch Anthony Sickelka, reintegration training officer-in- extra luxuries will have to come to a stop,” said
2nd Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs charge, Rear Detachment, 2nd BCT. Command Sgt. Maj. Yolanda Tate, senior enlisted
Office, 4th Infantry Division The day of training consisted of 11 briefings, adviser, 2nd Special Troops Battalion, 2nd BCT.
ranging from a financial class that covered proper Soldiers see leadership all the time, said Tate.
Army Community Service and local agencies ways to go about investing in a house, to the do’s Hearing this information from outside sources lets
make a combined effort to ensure Soldiers returning and don’ts of buying a car. Soldiers know their local community cares.
from deployment receive proper training, rejoining “The financial training lets the Families know In addition to the day of classes at McMahon
Fort Carson and the 4th Infantry Division physically, they had all this extra money because their Soldier Auditorium, Soldiers received relationship counseling
mentally and emotionally healthy. and a detailed medical screening.
Fort Carson ACS conducted “We want the Soldiers to
reintegration training for approxi- experience as little shock as possible
mately 400 Soldiers of 2nd Brigade integrating back into society,”
Combat Team, 4th Inf. Div., who said Sickelka. “Having an idea of
recently returned from a yearlong what agencies are out there will
deployment to Afghanistan, with help them.”
classes at McMahon Auditorium, ACS specialists took time to
May 16. instruct briefings and classes and
ACS conducted classes that will worked one-on-one with Soldiers
give Soldiers resources, tools and and their Families, providing
information to help them thrive multiple resources from each
during their reintegration process, said agency, to include counseling,
Terry Blansett, mobilization depart- pamphlets and contacts.
ment manager, Fort Carson ACS. The Soldiers should take away
ACS specialists and local the knowledge of what ACS is and
agencies led classes on a wide array what agencies are there to support
of topics for Soldiers and spouses of them and their Families, said Blansett.
the “Warhorse” Brigade throughout “My passion is to help Soldiers
the day. and their Families,” said Blansett.
“We hope that through more “Making sure they have a successful
exposure, the Family members career and helping them thrive
will come out,” said Blansett. through this difficult time.”
“This is as much for them as it is For more information about
for the Soldier.” Robin Wininger, regional education coordinator, Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center, services Fort Carson ACS
The reintegration training is an briefs Soldiers of 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, on the seriousness of brain provides, call 526-4590 or visit
essential part of coming home for injuries May 16 at McMahon Auditorium. building 1526.

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flag case and a promise by the battalion combat mission originating from Forward percent supportive of them,” said
MANITOU SPRINGS — The 1st commander to fly colors in honor of the Operating Base Wolverine in Afghanistan. Snyder. “Interacting with Soldiers
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formally partnered the city of Manitou Chief Warrant Officer 4 Peter told Rettke and the Attack Battalion understand the hardships and sacrifices
Springs during a ceremony held at a Hernandez and Chief Warrant Officer 2 Soldiers gathered at the city park that they endure every day.”
downtown pavilion Saturday.
Acting on behalf of deployed
“Attack” Battalion Soldiers, Capt. Capt. Aaron Rettke, right,
Aaron Rettke, commander, Rear commander, Rear Detachment,
Detachment, 1st Bn., 2nd Avn. Reg., 1st Battalion, 2nd Aviation
presented Manitou Springs Mayor Marc Regiment, presents a certificate
Snyder with a U.S. flag, symbolic of a of authenticity to Manitou
new partnership between the Fort Springs Mayor Marc Snyder
Carson unit and more than 5,000 during a ceremony, Saturday.
citizens of the local community.
The battalion leadership, its pilots
and aviation Soldiers wanted to express
their gratitude to the community for
supporting the unit and taking care of
the deployed Soldiers’ Families, friends
and loved ones, said Rettke.
“This flag is an extenuation of the
relationship formed between the people
of Manitou Springs and the 1st Bn.,
2nd Avn. Reg.,” Rettke told the audience,
speaking on behalf of Lt. Col. David
Moga, commander, 1st Bn., 2nd Avn.
Reg., who currently leads the aviation
battalion on its mission to support
coalition forces as part of Operation
Enduring Freedom.
In a sign of support for the
Soldiers, the residents of Manitou
Springs opened their doors to the
Attack Battalion in February, providing
free services to military spouses, tours
and entertainment on behalf of the city
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4th Infantry Division

In a Junior ROTC classroom cadets learn the
history, purpose and structure of the military, developing
leadership skills and bolstering the principles
that emphasize good leadership. Outside the classroom,
the future Soldiers put that knowledge to the test
learning to work together as a team and build their
physical prowess.
Soldiers assigned to 1st Battalion, 22nd Infantry
Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry
Division, assisted Fountain-Fort Carson High School
JROTC cadets by grading and supervising a “Raider
Challenge” at the high school sports fields, May 5.
Fifteen teams of cadets, representing schools from
Colorado Springs, Denver, Pueblo and Loveland, partic-
ipated in the competition, testing their physical strength
and mental toughness.
“These kids received training on the common core
tasks that we as Soldiers do on a daily basis,” said Sgt. 1st
Class Bryan Smith, platoon sergeant, Company C, 1st Bn.,
22nd Inf. Reg.
The event proved to be a great experience for both
the Soldiers and students, he said.
“The ‘Regulars’ have a partnership with FFCHS, so
when they told us about this event, we had Soldiers eager
to volunteer,” said Smith. “This was an opportunity to give
Sgt. Timothy Sikula, infantryman, Company A, 1st Battalion, 22nd Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade back to the community and meet future servicemembers.”
Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, stands at the halfway point of the five-kilometer run/walk event, As the event started, retired Lt. Col. Tom Oetjen
ensuring the teams stay within two arms length of each other, during the Junior ROTC “Raider and retired Command Sgt. Maj. Herbert Maison,
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families, and thanked Fort Carson Soldiers
for helping with the challenge.
“It means a lot to the cadets and myself
to have active-duty Soldiers take time out of
their weekend to help with this event,” said
Oetjen, a former fire support officer for 1st
Bn., 22nd Inf. Reg. “This has risen above
and beyond our expectations, and the
community appreciates what (the Soldiers)
are doing for us.”
Each six-person team of cadets competed
in a modified Army Physical Fitness Test,
completing a minute of pushups and a minute
of sit-ups. Following the test, the cadets
conducted a five-kilometer run/walk, where
each team was required to finish together.
“These kids really know how to work as
a team,” said Spc. Alexander Durazo, cavalry
scout, Headquarters and Headquarters
Company. “They started off the run strong and
kept it up the entire way, sticking together
and showing that they are a strong unit.”
Competing in timed events, the cadets
performed litter carries and conducted map
orienteering, searching for 18 markers
scattered around the school.
During the final event of the challenge,
the teams climbed a rock wall, with each Staff Sgt. Eddy Alvarez, Company C, 1st
cadet required to reach the top of the wall twice and points in each event. Battalion, 22nd Infantry Regiment, 1st
press a buzzer. “I feel great having come here to participate in Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division,
After each team completed their events, the school such an event,” said Durazo. “Having seen these cadets grades Cody Driver, a Fountain-Fort Carson
held an award ceremony, presenting trophies and in action, I know the military will have great Soldiers High School Junior ROTC cadet, during the
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July 2, 1982 – May 11, 2012

1st Lt. Alejo Rene Thompson was born
July 2, 1981, in Los Angeles. He enlisted in
the Army in 2000 and completed Basic
Training and Advanced Individual Training,
graduating as a signal support systems
Photos by Pfc. Andrew Ingram specialist. He then graduated from Airborne
Above: Soldiers assigned School in 2001 and was transferred to the 2nd Battalion, 503rd Airborne
to 2nd Battalion, 12th Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team at Vicenza, Italy.
Infantry Regiment, 4th He deployed in 2004 to Iraq for 10 months with 2nd Bn. As a staff
Brigade Combat Team, sergeant, Thompson entered the Green to Gold program and graduated from
4th Infantry Division, fire California State University — San Bernardino in 2010 as a distinguished
a 21-gun salute during a military graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in criminal justice. He was
memorial ceremony in commissioned as a signal officer in 2010 and branch detailed infantry. He
honor of 1st Lt. Alejo Rene graduated from Air Assault School, Infantry Basic Officer Leadership Course
Thompson at Soldiers and Ranger School and was transferred to Fort Carson where he was assigned
Memorial Chapel, Monday. to 1st Bn., 12th Inf. Reg., 4th Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division. He
deployed to Afghanistan as the platoon leader from 2nd Platoon, Company A,
1st Bn., 12th Inf. Reg., March 4.
Thompson’s awards and decorations include the Bronze Star Medal, Purple
Heart, Army Commendation Medal with oak leaf cluster, Army Good Conduct
Right: Sgt. Dennis Kerr, Medal with bronze clasp (three knots), National Defense Service Medal,
bugler, Ivy Division Afghanistan Campaign Medal with bronze star, Iraq Campaign Medal with bronze
Band, plays taps during star, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, GWOT Service Medal, Army
a memorial ceremony Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Medal, Army Service
in honor of 1st Lt. Alejo Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, NATO Medal with two bronze stars, Combat
Rene Thompson at Infantryman Badge, Parachutist Badges, Air Assault Badge and Ranger Tab.
Soldiers’ Memorial Thompson is survived by his wife, Alejandra; son, Alex; daughter, Lannhey;
Chapel, Monday. father, Alejo; mother, Evelyn; and brothers, Anthony and Charles.

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Lt. Dan Band fans brave the cold and rain Saturday to see the group perform at Ironhorse Park. The
group’s founder, Gary Sinise, began touring with the USO in 2003 as a way to give back to the troops.

‘Lt. Dan’ plays
Story and photos by
Andrea Sutherland
Mountaineer staff despite musicians with me, we needed a
name. … People recognized me, but
they didn’t know my name. They
just called me Lt. Dan and began

rain,
Wind, rain and cold weather quoting lines from the movie.”
couldn’t deter fans Saturday as Sinise said it was obvious
hundreds gathered at Ironhorse Park what the name of the band should
to see the Lt. Dan Band perform. be and the Lt. Dan Band formed.

cold
“I’m going to enjoy the show The group features 13 members,
regardless of the weather,” said Tara including Sinise on electric bass and
Gwynn as she hunkered down under Vietnam War veteran Kimo Williams
her husband’s Army-issued thermal on electric guitar and vocals.
blanket. “I don’t care if it drops to Williams said he began playing
20 (degrees), we’re staying.” guitar in the jungles of Vietnam and was asked to
Sgt. J.D. Reid, 1st Battalion, 8th Infantry Regiment, entertain the other Soldiers.
3rd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, came “When they asked me to play for the troops, they
prepared for the nasty weather, erecting a makeshift told me to bring my guitar and my rifle,” Williams told
shelter for his daughters, Kayden and Madison, to the audience.
stay warm and dry. Concert-goers cheered Williams as he played a
“He carries (his poncho) everywhere,” said guitar solo for the crowd.
Kristina Reid, J.D. Reid’s wife. “He’s prepared for It didn’t take long before the band had the audience
the end of the world.” dancing and singing along to covers of Adele, Rascal
J.D. Reid said he wouldn’t miss the opportunity Flatts, Kelly Clarkson and Earth, Wind and Fire.
to see the Lt. Dan Band perform. Maj. Gen. Joseph Anderson, commanding general,
“Gary Sinise is awesome,” he said. 4th Inf. Div. and Fort Carson, took the stage as the
It is that dedication that keeps Lt. Dan Band group played Aretha Franklin’s “(You Make Me Feel
performing, Sinise said. Like) A Natural Woman.”
“It’s clear that it makes a difference,” he said. “I Cassie Springer, Kirstin Tedrow and Loretta
see the kids smiling and people having a good time. … Robinson danced to every song as their husbands stood
It’s a good feeling to know I’m doing my part.” and watched.
Sinise began his music career in his youth, but “They never dance,” Robinson said. “They just
opportunities to act in plays and movies took priority got home and we dragged them out here.”
for the young actor. After several roles in movies and Staff Sgt. Cory Springer, Sgt. Jeff Tedrow and Staff
television, Sinise starred as Lt. Dan Taylor in “Forrest Sgt. Tim Robinson returned home from a yearlong
Gump,” earning a nomination for Best Actor in a tour to Bahrain with the 615th Engineer Company,
Supporting Role at the 1995 Academy Awards. 52 Eng. Bn. May 10. Although they resisted, by the
After 9/11, Sinise said he felt compelled to end of the night they were dancing with their wives.
support the troops in whatever way he could. He began After finishing the concert with “Proud to be an
touring with the USO, performing for servicemembers American,” Sinise thanked the crowd. Sgt. 1st Class Gene Deleon, 52nd Engineer
in Iraq and Afghanistan. “You’re in a very special group of people,” he Battalion, plays the “air violin” as Dan Myers
“We started off as a rag tag group of garage band said. “Everything we can do to thank you for our plays “The Devil Went Down to Georgia” during
players,” he said. “When I first started bringing freedom, we will do.” Saturday’s Lt. Dan Band concert in Ironhorse Park.


Arts, crafts shop benefits community
Story and photo by consigners who have increased the store’s
Samantha B. Koss selection since its soft opening in April.
Special to the Mountaineer “We are starting to get more and
more items in every day,” Place said.
An all handmade arts and crafts shop, Many arts and crafts shops on other
bursting with creativity and a rustic installations are funded by Directorate
theme, opened May 17 in the Mini-Mall. of Family and Morale, Welfare and
The Tumbleweeds artisan gift shop Recreation, but Tumbleweeds is a 501c3
showcases the talent flowing from the nonprofit organization run by volunteers.
military community through beaded “We decided to go the nonprofit route
jewelry, 4th Infantry Division-stamped baby so we can roll that money back into art
bibs and camouflaged purses displayed projects and classes,” Place said.
on wooden tables, desks and pallets. Artists conduct classes in the back
“We are trying to bring arts and crafts room of the store. Earlier in the year, store
back on post,” said Maj. Gen. Joseph officials hosted a “Cocktails and Canvas”
Anderson, commanding general, 4th class for couples to learn how to paint on
Inf. Div. and Fort Carson. “It’s a good canvases as well as a similar class called
thing for Families and Soldiers … and “Cookies and Canvas” for children.
it’s a great way to learn and grow.” “This store gives Soldiers and Family
Tumbleweeds members a place to shop for uniquely
offers artists a crafted items, an opportunity to consign
“There place to promote
their skills.
items and make a little money, and also
a place to learn,” said Sheryl Stall, wife
wasn’t a “There wasn’t
a place for people
of Command Sgt. Maj. Brian Stall, senior
enlisted leader, 4th Inf. Div. and Fort
place for to go and get that
inner artist out,”
Carson. “Every time I come in here
there is something new and different.”
people to said Jackie Place,
president of the
Along with arts and crafts,
Tumbleweeds plans to offer a scholarship
go and board of directors,
Tumbleweeds.
with future earnings.
“We are now thinking that we may

get that “We wanted to
provide an
be able to offer a scholarship by the
end of our first year, which we were not
opportunity expecting,” Place said.
inner for Family
members who
Eighty percent of profits go to the
consigner of the item while 20 percent
artist do handcrafted
work a place to
goes back into the business and the
scholarship fund.
out.” sell their things.”
The shop
Tumbleweeds summer hours are 10
a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday-Wednesday and
— Jackie Place currently sells Friday and Saturday. The store is open Tumbleweeds artisan gift shop sells handcrafted items and offers artists a
items from 18 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday. place to promote their skills. The shop opened May 17 in the Mini-Mall.

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Playground closure — The playground behind
building 5519 will be closed for the next six Yard sales — can be held on post the first and
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Hours of operation are from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Office. Call the Mayoral Program at 526-8303
Call 526-9277 for more information. or Army Community Service at 526-4590 for
Forrest Resiliency Center Opens — Located on more information.
the Fort Carson Resiliency Campus, the Forrest Seeking speakers — The Fort Carson Public Affairs
Resiliency Center is located at 1891 Prussman Office is seeking Soldiers, Family members and
Blvd., building 1843. The center offers health civilians from Fort Carson to speak about their
education classes as well as walk-in blood pressure work, training and varied experiences to public
and cholesterol screenings. The center is open to organizations throughout the Pikes Peak region.
Soldiers, Family members and civilians working at Speakers must be well-qualified professionals
Fort Carson. Call 526-3887 for more information. who know how to capture and maintain an and separation video briefing followed by a
Firewood sale — Families of deployed Soldiers audience’s attention for 20-30 minutes. Speakers general question-and-answer session Monday
may purchase firewood for a discounted price. should be comfortable speaking to businesses, and Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. and Thursday at
The Directorate of Public Works Environmental professional organizations, community leaders, 2 p.m. Attorneys cannot represent clients in
Program is offering split firewood for $25 per half civic groups and schools. Contact Samantha Koss divorce proceedings in court, however, a referral
cord, a $15 discount. All servicemembers, retirees at 526-5996 or samantha.b.koss.ctr@mail.mil. list of private attorneys is available. Call
and civilians may purchase half cords of wood, Al-Anon meetings — Al-Anon is a 12-step 526-5572/5573 for information.
not split, for $25 until June 1. A wood splitter is program for families and friends of alcoholics No-show policy — A “Commander’s Appointment
available to customers for $8. Payments must be (admitted or not). Meetings take place in the Policy” affects all TRICARE beneficiaries who
made by personal check or money order, payable conference room of The Colorado Inn at 6 p.m. receive health care services on Fort Carson and
to the U.S. Treasury. Patrons must call in advance every Monday. Attendance is free and anyone at the Premier Army Health Clinic. Multiple
to make arrangements for the permit, payment and can attend these open, anonymous meetings. no-shows could result in the stopping of medical
wood pickup. The firewood yard is located next Contact Al-Anon Service Center at 719-632-0063 services; Soldiers requiring unit escorts to future
to building 155, the Fort Carson Recycle Center, for more information. appointments; patients may have to sign a statement
near the intersection of Wickersham Boulevard Nutrition counseling and classes — The Evans acknowledging they understand the ramifications
and Specker Avenue. Call 526-1692 or 526-1667 Army Community Hospital Nutrition Care of multiple no-shows; a letter may be sent to the
for more information, or to make a reservation. Division offers nutrition counseling on a healthy Soldier’s unit when he or his Family member has
Gate 6 closure — Gate 6, located at State diet, weight loss or gain, high cholesterol, multiple no-shows or cancellations; retirees with
Highway 115 and Wilderness Road, will reopen hypertension, diabetes, sports nutrition and other multiple missed appointments, “left without being
Tuesday. The gate will be open 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. nutrition-related diseases or illnesses. Nutrition seen,” or cancellations may have their locations
Monday-Friday. The gate has been closed to classes include heart-healthy/lipid, weight loss, of care changed. To cancel appointments during
support an ongoing Colorado Department of pregnancy nutrition, commissary tour/healthy weekdays, beneficiaries can call the TRICARE
Transportation project to expand traffic capacity shopping and sports nutrition. To schedule an appointment line 719-457-2273 or 866-422-7391
and improve safety along State Highway 115 appointment, call the TRICARE appointment weekdays from 6 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Appointments
between Gate 5 and the Rock Creek bridge, line at 719-457-2273. To register for a class, made through TRICARE online can be canceled
located south of Gate 6. Work on State Highway call the Nutrition Care Division at 526-7290. at http://www.tricareonline.com.
115 is ongoing. Take Off Pounds Sensibly — meets in the Grant Pregnancy and Parenting Portal — A new portal
Junior-enlisted housing available — Balfour Library conference room Thursdays. Weigh-in from TriWest Healthcare Alliance connects
Beatty Communities has junior enlisted, two- is from 5-5:45 p.m. and the meeting is from military Families to helpful information for various
and three-bedroom housing available. Call 6-7 p.m. Annual membership fee is $26 and stages of pregnancy, as well as for adoption.
719-579-1606 for details. includes the TOPS magazine. Monthly dues Different from other pregnancy sites, the TriWest
2-1-1 data expands to two counties — The are $5. Call Norma Rook at 719-531-7748 or portal offers information on TRICARE coverage
Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments has TOPS at 800-932-8677 for more information. and locating a nearby military clinic. Access
partnered with Pikes Peak United Way to Legal Assistance Office — services are open to the site at http://www.triwest.com/pregnancy.
include 2-1-1 data for El Paso and Teller counties Soldiers, Family members and retirees. Services Highway improvements — The Colorado
in the Network of Care for servicemembers, include preparation of wills, powers of attorney, Department of Transportation broke ground
veterans and their Families. The service name changes and stepchild adoptions. The on the second of three phases of safety and
directory component of the Network of Care office also offers counseling and provides capacity improvements along State Highway 115
now includes more than 1,500 local resources advice for individuals dealing with landlord/ between Gates 1 and 6. The current phase
to assist the military community, service tenant, military administrative, tax, family will provide four through traffic lanes from the
providers and others. Visit http://pikespeak. law and consumer issues, as well as counsel edge of the recently completed improvements
networkofcare.org for more information. and representation of Soldiers going through near Gate 5 to the Rock Creek bridge, located
Share-a-Ride — is a free online car pool medical and physical evaluation boards. The just south of Gate 6. It will also provide major
coordination to and from post, as well as van office is open from 8:30-11:30 a.m. and 12:30-4 safety improvements at the intersection of
pool options, typically for those commuting p.m., Monday-Friday. Schedule appointments by State Highway 115 and Wilderness Road, just
30 or more miles to post. Riders are matched calling the last duty day of the week, at 9 a.m. outside of Gate 6. The project has a fixed
based on their origination and destination Sign-ups for walk-in appointments are available completion date of Dec. 30. Contact Directorate
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First Enlisted WAACs Edito
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First Cadre Of an artist. Most of these girls left high-salaried
jobs to enlist in the WAAC. Their reasons
for enlisting are purely patriotic. Some of the
WAACs Now in women have husbands overseas, others have
lost a member of their family in this war. The
Camp Busy greater part of the women enlisted because
they had no one in the service and decided
they would have to do their own share.
Preparing For When asked their opinion of Camp
Carson, they all “thought it was swell.”
Arrival Of Company According to Sergeant Tota, “Everybody
treats us like queens.” Auxiliary Forester
in Near Future considered the mountains a treat after
the plains of Iowa. For most of them
it is their first assignment to regular
duty with the WAAC.
By Pvt. Leon Reed Importance of WAAC
These women are all conscious of
the tremendous job that is theirs. The
The 12 enlisted women composing the WAAC WAAC had its origin in a military
cadre arrived at Camp Carson last Thursday. necessity. This was clearly established
They followed the two WAAC officers who when the War Department spoke for
came here two weeks ago to make plans for the the bill establishing the WAAC before
arrival of their company. The cadre proceeded the senate and House MilitaryAffairs
to make ready their quarters for the rest of their Committee. However, the roots of
outfit which is expected in the near future. the WAAC go back as far as the
It is unknown at this time just what the history of this nation — to the
duties of the company will be. They will be tradition of all patriotic American
assigned here from Ft. Des Moines where they women taking their share of the
will have received one month’s basic training responsibility for the welfare of the
and one month’s training in administrative duties. country in war and in peace. Closer
The women soldiers will be equipped to take at hand, the WAAC finds some
over almost any administrative job on the post. precedent in the work of women
The girls who make up the cadre are: Ysleta with the war machine in the World
B. Harlee of Dallas, Texas, first sergeant; May War. Even closer than this, perhaps,
Tota of Whitestone, Long Island, N.Y., company is the share in the war effort which
clerk; Lena Barnes of Gastoria, N.C., supply women of the United Nations have
sergeant; Pyche Brooks of Dallas, Tex., mess taken in their respective countries
sergeant; Florence Colella of Yonkers, N Y., before and since the war started.
unassigned; Nina L. Davis of Dayton, Tex., Legislation to make the
unassigned; Rose Forester of Minneapolis, Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps
Minn., unassigned; Dorothy Foster of St. Louis, a component of the Army of the
Mo., cook; Mary E. Haynie of El Dorado, Ark., United States has been pending
cook; Constance H. Hill of Port Chester, N. Y., since early January. Other bills
cook; Gertrude Hunt of St. Louis, Mo., cook to lower the age limit, to provide
and Evelyn Javaras of Chicago, Ill., baker. free mail privileges, and to
Occupations Varied provide medical and hospital
The former occupations of these WAACs treatment and domiciliary care
will cover everything from stenographers to on a parity with members of the Arriving ahead of their company, this WAAC Cadre is preparing quarters for the
dancers. One of the girls was formerly Women’s Reserve of the Navy, main body to be stationed at Camp Carson in the near future. The above
employed by the War Department, another is have also been introduced. personnel includes cooks, clerks and supply officers.

Lt. Lillian M. Mazzel,
commanding officer
of a new company due
at Camp Carson soon,
is shown above
signing in at Camp
Headquarters.
Accompanying her
was Lt. Marjorie
Perrone, mess and
supply officer for the
new outfit. Their
company is expected
in the near future.
The officers were
assigned here from
Fort Des Moines, Iowa.
Lieutenant Mazzel is
Look at those smiles as the WAACs get their first glance of The Camp
formerly of Newark,
Carson Mountaineer! Quite a coincidence, isn’t it, that they should be
N.J. Lieutenant
reading this publication just as the photographer for the Mountaineer
Perrone hails from
stepped up to take their picture. Oh well, can’t blame us for advertising
San Francisco, Calif.
a little bit. This photo was in the May 27, 1943 Mountaineer.
This photo appeared
in the May 20,
1943 issue.
Photos by U.S. Army Signal Corps


Argonne

Normandy

Midway

The Chosin Reservoir

Khe Sanh

Dak To

Medina Ridge

Tora Bora

Fallujah

These are the places we remember,

to honor the lives of those we’ll never forget.


Performers
with the Nesian
Roots Dance
Troop showcase
a Tahitian
dance during
the annual
Asian-Pacific
American
Heritage Month
observance
Tuesday at
the Elkhorn
Conference
Center.

Asian Pacific American heritage

Community
honors culture
Story and photos by Kerstin Lopez to focus on the Executive Order on Diversity and
Special to the Mountaineer Inclusion signed by President Barack Obama
Aug. 18, he said.
More than 330 Soldiers, Families and “So our goal today is to present to you just a
community members gathered Tuesday to few of the many Asian and Pacific Island cultures
celebrate the culture and heritage of Asian-Pacific from all over the world with our speaker, our
Americans during the annual observance at performers and our food samples,” Shipman said.
the Elkhorn Conference Center. Nestor Mercado, keynote speaker, said the
Though the term Asian-Pacific Americans is estimated number of U.S. residents of Asian
broad, it encompasses the entire Asian continent descent is 17.3 million and still growing, according
and the Pacific islands of Melanesia, Micronesia to the 2010 census. He said the accomplishments
and Polynesia. of Asian-Pacific Americans have been an integral
“During the month of May our goal is to part of the nation.
showcase and celebrate the cultures of Asian and “I have always championed the interest of
Pacific Islanders,” said Sgt. 1st Class William Asian-Pacific Americans, particularly in regards
Shipman, 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) to their contributions to the American society,”
equal opportunity adviser. Mercado said.
The month was selected to commemorate the Shipman said events such as the Asian-Pacific
first Japanese immigrants to the United States American Heritage Month observance are
in May of 1843, and to mark the anniversary good ways for Americans to celebrate the many
of the completion of the transcontinental railroad cultures that comprise the nation.
in May 1869, which the majority of the
workers who laid the tracks were Chinese
immigrants, Shipman said. A Nesian Roots Dance Troop member
This year’s theme, “Striving for Excellence in performs a traditional New Zealand dance
Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion,” was chosen at the Elkhorn Conference Center, Tuesday.


Tips help reduce daily stress level
Commentary by mind work in tandem, so one impacts is required on your part to do something. disturbing movies and television shows,
Capt. Guy Mahoney the other. While stress reactions are Think of a boxer responding to a start certain music, disturbing reading
U.S. Public Health Service, often normal responses to what life bell only to find there is no opponent materials and graphic video games
Behavioral Health brings to us, we often acquire more there. It can increase blood pressure and may provoke a reaction. They may be
than our daily share and we can easily release stress hormones. By minimizing entertaining but, if these media forms
Stress can come to us externally become overwhelmed in our fast-paced, use of stimulants such as caffeine, are overstimulating you, they too can
through our senses. It can also demanding world. cigarettes and even spicy foods, some mimic real event stress reactions in your
originate internally through our Many people are surprised when people can reduce their stress loads. body. Another consequence is their
thoughts and memories as we dwell they realize that they may be uninten- Stimulants create an arousal state possible impact on sleep. Reducing
on certain experiences or images. tionally piling stressors on themselves. in your body that your mind can these forms of stimulation in the
Either of these influences can result Our behaviors play a role. Using interpret as stress. Consider evening should be considered if
in a stress reaction, when stress causes stimulants, our physical fitness level, moderation or abstinence if you are having sleep difficulties.
a physical or psychological response. where we go, who we talk with and these are troublesome for you. The best thing you can do is
Our reaction to stress-producing what we choose to dwell on during the Now consider what people take an inventory of your behaviors
thoughts can be measured by increased day can all contribute to our stress load. take into their eyes, ears and and see if any of these activities are
heart rate, faster breathing and higher The overuse of stimulants in our thoughts during the day. We may impacting you. If they are, modify
blood pressure. It is important to diets can mimic a bodily stress reaction very well be elevating our stress or eliminate them and your stress
understand that your body and your and fool your mind into believing action levels artificially. Violent or level may be noticeably reduced.

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Soldiers of 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry
Division, exit a plane after landing at the
Arrival/Departure Air Control Group, May 5. Upon
their arrival, Soldiers turned in their weapons and
received a medical screening and safety brief
before attending a “Warhorse” Brigade welcome
home ceremony at the Special Events Center.

‘Warhorse’ completes mission Spc. Jeff Urban,
Headquarters and
Col. John Kolasheski, left, commander, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th
Infantry Division, and Command Sgt. Maj. Ralph Delosa, brigade senior
enlisted adviser, uncase the “Warhorse” Brigade colors during a
welcome home ceremony at the Special Events Center, May 15. The
Headquarters Troop, 2nd uncasing signifies that the 2nd BCT command team and a majority
Story and photos by mission centered on building and strengthening “The most important thing we did over Special Troop Battalion,
Staff Sgt. Andrew Porch stability in the region. there was stand up the police,” said Capt. of its Soldiers have returned from a 12-month deployment in support of
2nd Brigade Combat Team, Operation Enduring Freedom.
2nd Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs During their yearlong deployment, Warhorse Cole Pinheiro, brigade planner, 2nd BCT. 4th Infantry Division,
Office, 4th Infantry Division Soldiers helped build multiple police stations Working with Afghan villagers and local secures his bags from the
and solidify Afghan leadership that would leaders at the tribal level, the brigade addressed parking lot of the Special
Decorative signs, tears of joy and cheering maintain legitimate control of the population. decades of grievances between Afghan tribes Event Center, May 19.
Family members welcomed Soldiers of 2nd The brigade handled multiple missions and families, said Pinheiro, former commander
Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, at once, partnering with local leaders and of Company C, 1st Bn, 67th Armor Reg.
as they entered the Special Events Center village elders to ensure security in the region. “They are allowing the governance to
through a cloud of smoke, May 15. expand and reach out to some of the population
About 400 Family members, friends and that hasn’t been engaged in years,” Stowell
Soldiers attended the ceremony to witness the said of the importance of working with the
“Warhorse” Brigade uncase its colors, Afghan people.
signifying the completion of a 12-month Through this joint venture, Warhorse
deployment to Afghanistan in support of Soldiers fostered a partnership with the ANSF,
Operation Enduring Freedom. Afghanistan National Police and local leaders,
The brigade headquarters and its six while continuing to work on the relationships
battalions, nearly 3,800 Soldiers, completed a created during the deployment.
wide array of missions, working to improve The Soldiers of the Warhorse Brigade
governance and security in and around Kandahar maintained good relations with the Afghan
City, Afghanistan, in Regional Command South, people, said Stowell, which proved to be a
and advising the Afghan National Security credit to the strong partnership built between
Forces in Regional Command West, said Lt. coalition forces and their Afghan counterparts.
Col. Dana Stowell, executive officer, 2nd BCT. “We were an adaptive, learning organization
“Advising the ANSF and increasing their that changed as the mission changed or the
capacity and capability was a key component conditions changed,” said Stowell.
of our mission,” said Stowell. He said as the brigade continues to
Serving in RC-West, a detachment of return to Fort Carson, and its remaining Soldiers
Soldiers from 2nd Special Troops Battalion prepare to leave Afghanistan throughout the
and 1st Battalion, 67th Field Artillery month, Warhorse Soldiers can leave with
Regiment, trained ANSF on patrols and their heads held high and the knowledge that
proper security techniques. they completed their mission with honor and
With the main contingency of the Warhorse pride — and walk through that cloud of smoke
Brigade stationed in RC-South, the brigade’s to the cheers and screams of their loved ones.
Spc. James Stevenson, Company C, 2nd Special
Troops Battalion, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th
Infantry Division, reunites with his wife, Rebecca Soldiers of 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, bow their heads in a moment of silence during a welcome home ceremony at the Special Events Center, May 15.
Stevenson, at the Special Events Center May 8. Approximately 400 Families, friends and Soldiers greeted the “Warhorse” Soldiers with cheers as they entered the SEC.

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Community Theatre presents ‘Animal Farm’
Story and photo by Nel Lampe Center is challenging, she said. of shadow puppets to show the fight.
Mountaineer staff “It’s a challenge, not just because it’s small, but it’s The play is based on Orwell’s 1947 novella,
diamond shaped rather than rectangular” as a traditional which is not often produced. This may be the rare
George Orwell’s “Animal Farm” is Fort Carson stage is. “Sometimes we have to get very creative.” chance to see the play. There are 22 members in
Community Theatre’s second production since the “Animal Farm” is one of those times. As the the cast, which includes people from post and in the
theater group formed. Coming off the success of its play calls for a fight scene during the “battle of the community who’ve done some acting in high school
first production, “Christmas Chaos,” executive cowshed,” and since there wasn’t enough room on plays and others who are on a stage for the first time.
producer Sabine Mann said the group wanted to be stage, a creative solution was needed. Produced and directed by Michael Rose, who
versatile, choosing a drama for the spring production. “We brainstormed,” she said, coming up also directed “Christmas Chaos,” the theatre group’s
“Maybe next we’ll do a musical,” said Mann. with a storyteller to provide continuity and first production, this play takes place on a farm,
The stage in the Freedom Performing Arts explanation of what was going on and the use where the animals are not happy with the farmer.
“Major” (Kenneth Sargent), delivers a passionate
speech via tape, suggesting a revolution. “Man
is the enemy,” he said, urging them to get rid of
men and be rich and free. “Animals are equal.”
Once rid of the farmer, the animals, played by
actors, meet and plan their future. Manor Farm is
renamed “Animal Farm,” and is run by the animals.
The remainder of the play shows that some animals
take their leadership roles too seriously, gradually
morphing into dictators of their fellow animals.
With sheep, cats, dogs and bunnies, played by
“Napoleon” youngsters, the set is family friendly. Rose rescued
(Skip numerous stuffed animals from local thrift shops
Blanchett) to create the farm setting.
questions Serenity Bast, 7, plays the part of the bunny.
the “bunny” Her mother, Sarah Bast, said she heard the
(Serenity community theater needed actors, and got her
Bast) about daughter to take a part. “She likes it and it’s getting
her contact her out of her shell” she said.
with There are four more productions of “Animal
“Snowball,” Farm,” Friday-Saturday and May 25-27, at 7 p.m.
after he was Tickets are $5-$8 at the Information, Tickets
banished and Registration Office or $7-$10 at the door.
from Animal The play is at the Freedom Performing Arts
Farm. Center on Specker Avenue.

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Cell phones other individuals around them. While
many believe it is not a big issue, this
operators on Department of Defense
installation and operators of government-
the approach of
vehicles and human speech. DOD
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and injuries to people in the community. phones unless the vehicle is safely the potential for driver distractions
Cell phone usage has been a In 2011, there were 87 cell phone parked or unless they are using a such as eating and drinking, operating
continuing problem throughout the violations issued on Fort Carson and hands-free device. The wearing of any radios, CD players, global positioning
military and civilian world. so far this year there have been 12 other portable headphones, earphones equipment, etc. Whenever possible
Though modern technology citations issued. or other listening devices (except for this should only be done when the
makes life easier, it can also make Code of Federal Regulations Title 32: hands-free cellular phones) while oper- vehicle is safely parked.”
driving more dangerous. National Defense, Part 634.25 covers ating a motor vehicle is prohibited. Use Offenders can be fined $50 for
Drivers talking or texting on talking on a cell phone while driving of those devices impairs driving and their first offense of talking on a
their cell phones create a dangerous on federal property. Paragraph No. 3, masks or prevents recognition of emer- cell phone while driving and $100
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Do right thing: Ethics training, Army Values
Commentary by questions are all a part of an exploration of ethics. the result of frank and honest discussion, the very
Chap. (Capt.) Scott Ingram I recently conducted our second, two-day ethics bedrock of our republic and the exercise of our first
1st Battalion, 8th Infantry Regiment, training at the Glen Eyrie Conference Center in amendment rights to free speech.
3rd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division north Colorado Springs with Soldiers from 1st With a basic framework that right and wrong exist,
Battalion, 8th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade we turned our attention toward issues surrounding what
Ask a Soldier what the Army Core Values are Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division. Dr. Randall it means to be human, right behavior in how we treat
and he will most likely respond with the acronym Niles, a local attorney and educator at Colorado one another in the market place, public life and our
“LDRSHIP,” which stands for Loyalty, Duty, Christian University who is thoroughly acquainted Army context — personal and professional issues and
Respect, Selfless-service, Honor, Integrity and teaches ethics and comparative world views, leadership. Now we could better answer what respect
and Personal courage. served as a guest facilitator. means in our Army Values and could connect with the
If you ask him what The goal of the training other six values that are at our organizational “core.”
respect means, he will was to explore the By the end of day two, suggesting that these
likely respond with dimensions of morality Soldiers were eager to engage fellow Soldiers at work
“treating people as they and ethics from a personal with vitality and meaning was an understatement.
should be treated.” If you standpoint and then connect Bringing this type of ethical conversation to the Army
press what he means by them to our Army Values. will require more opportunities like these two-day
“should,” he will probably We began by addressing trainings among our junior enlisted and officers,
respond by saying some- issues that surround our but also among our middle and senior leadership.
thing such as, “It’s trusting national breakdown of With increased leadership responsibilities, comes
that others have fulfilled integrity, specifically related a greater responsibility to ensure that we having
their duty.” If you ask, “On to our recent, economic both structured and serendipitous conversations
what basis should we trust meltdown and housing crisis. at work and in our leisure time.
one another or respect We could not begin to Our American way of life and system of
others” — in other words discuss the “right thing to government are about citizens gathering together to
ask “Why?” you may be do” until we settled on engage one another to discuss the truly important
met with a blank stare. whether there are moral things of life rather than being anesthetized with
As an Army and absolutes of right and wrong. mind-numbing entertainment with no thought
microcosm of American After all, there is no basis to our, or our children’s, existence.
society, we say we believe for ethical behavior without Many give in to popular apathetic and cynical
in certain values, but determining what is right and attitudes that our political system is hopelessly broken.
have little understanding wrong in all places and at We inwardly know that absolute truth, reality and
about what substantiates or all times and in all cultures. right exist because we all feel its presence and even
informs our claims to belief. With each individual On day one, in both training events, all the comment on wrongs or evils that are self-evident.
in American society holding to his own personal Soldiers agreed that there were no moral absolutes Engaging and honest conversations inform our
beliefs to guide his behavior, how can the Army for right and wrong. By the end of day two, nearly values and worldview. Being ethical is not simply
maintain organizational values and expect Soldiers all of the Soldiers had changed their minds and an individual sport — it’s a conversation with others
to uphold them? Answering these and other critical agreed that there were indeed absolutes. This was and ourselves.

Chapel briefs
Facebook: Search “Fort Carson Chaplains Chapel Schedule
(Religious Support Office)” for the latest
chapel events and schedules. ROMAN CATHOLIC
Vacation Bible School: VBS will be held June Day Time Service Chapel Location Contact Person
Saturday 4-45 p.m. Reconciliation Soldiers’ Nelson Martinez Cecilia Croft/526-5769
11-15 from 9 a.m. to noon for ages 4 through Saturday 5 p.m. Mass Soldiers’ Nelson Martinez Cecilia Croft/526-5769
students currently in fifth grade. Email Sunday 8:15-8:45 a.m. Reconciliation Soldiers’ Nelson Martinez Cecilia Croft/526-5769
Sunday 9 a.m. Mass Soldiers’ Nelson Martinez Cecilia Croft/526-5769
heidi.a.mcallister.civ@mail.mil for a Sunday 10:30 a.m. Religious education Soldiers’ Nelson Martinez Pat Treacy/524-2458
registration form. Call Heidi McAllister at Sunday 10:30 a.m. RCIA Soldiers’ Nelson Martinez Pat Treacy/524-2458
526-5744 for more information. Sunday 11 a.m. Mass Healer Evans Army Hospital Fr. Nwatawali/526-7347
Mon-Fri 11:45 a.m. Mass Soldiers’ Nelson Martinez Cecilia Croft/526-5769
Sky: Everything is Possible with God event for Mon-Thurs noon Mass Healer Evans Army Hospital Fr. Nwatawali/526-7347
children ages 4 through fifth grade will be held
PROTESTANT
at Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel from 9 a.m. to Friday 4:30 p.m. Intercessory prayer, Soldiers’ Nelson Martinez Chap. Stuart/524-4316
noon June 11-15. Children will participate in Bible Study
Bible-learning activities, sing songs, play Sunday 9 a.m. Protestant Healer Evans Army Hospital Chap. Gee/526-7386
Sunday 9 a.m. Communion Service Provider Barkeley Ellis Chap. Landon/526-2803
teamwork-building games, make and enjoy treats Sunday 9:15 a.m. Sunday School Soldiers’ Nelson Martinez Heidi McAllister/526-5744
and experience electrifying Bible adventures. Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School Prussman Barkeley Prussman Heidi McAllister/526-5744
Sunday 11 a.m. Protestant Soldiers’ Nelson Martinez Chap. Stuart/524-4316
Children will also learn to look for evidence of Sunday 11 a.m. Gospel Prussman Barkeley Prussman Ursula Pittman/503-1104
God all around them through “God sightings.” Sunday 10 a.m. Chapel NeXt Veterans Magrath Titus Chap. Palmer/526-3888
Each day concludes with Fly Away Finale, a Sunday 2:30-4:30p.m. Youth ministry Soldiers’ Nelson Martinez Heidi McAllister/526-5744
Tuesday 9:30 a.m. PWOC Soldiers’ Nelson Martinez Chap. Stuart/524-4316
celebration that gets them involved in living
what they’ve learned. Family members and
JEWISH
friends are encouraged to join in activities daily Fort Carson does not offer Jewish services on post. Contact Chap. (Lt. Col.) Fields at 503-4090/4099 for Jewish service and study information
at 11:35 a.m. Children will join an international
missions effort to squash malaria in the African ISLAMIC SERVICES
country of Mali, helping to send more than a Fort Carson does not offer Islamic services on post. Contact the Islamic Society at 2125 N. Chestnut, 632-3364 for information.

million mosquito nets to protect Malian children.
Register by calling 526-5744. Call 524-2458 (FORT CARSON OPEN CIRCLE) WICCA
Sunday 1 p.m. Provider Chapel, Building 1350, Barkeley and Ellis ftcarsonopencircle@gmail.com
for details on volunteer opportunities.
Military Council of Catholic Women meets COLORADO WARRIORS SWEAT LODGE
Friday from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Soldiers’ Meets once or twice monthly and upon special request. Contact Michael Hackwith or Wendy Chunn-Hackwith at 285-5240 for information.
Memorial Chapel. For more information call
526-5769 or visit “Fort Carson Military Council
of Catholic Women” on Facebook.
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. through high school students. Email 5 p.m. at Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel
Protestant Women of the Chapel meets Tuesday patricia.treacy@us.army.mil to obtain a Fellowship Hall. Children are welcome
from 9:30 a.m. to noon at Soldiers’ Memorial registration form. Classes are Sunday from to attend. Call Cecilia Croft at
Chapel. Free child care is available. Email 10:30-11:50 a.m. at Soldiers’ Memorial 526-5769 for details.
carson@pwoc.org or visit PWOC Fort Carson Chapel. Adult Bible study and classes for Latter Day Saints Soldiers: Weekly
on Facebook for more information. adults seeking to join the Catholic Church Institute Class (Bible study) is
Catholic Religious Education registration is are also held during religious education. Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Soldiers’ Memorial
under way for the religious education year, Deployed Spouses Group meets for fellowship, Chapel. Call 719-266-0283 or 719-649-1671
which runs through May 6 for children age 4 food and spiritual guidance Wednesday at for more information.


MPs defend title with new squad
Story and photo by Walt Johnson
Mountaineer staff

“Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown.” This old
Shakespeare saying may be all too real for the 759th Military
Police Battalion as it defends its post softball title this season.
Every team is eager to prove it is as good as the champions.
It might be fairer to call the police unit the defending
champion, rather than reigning champions, since only two
players return from last year’s squad.
One of the players is team captain Milton Santiago,
who has the unenviable task of deciding how this
team will go about defending the title. Christopher Davis
is the other returning player.
Santiago said the team will not use the roster turnover
as an excuse or a crutch as it begins defense of its title.
“We are now figuring out what we have to do to be in a
position to win a championship this year,” he said. “Most of
these guys are playing for the opportunity to win their first
championship and I think that’s a little more difficult than
what we had to do (last year). This team has a little more
weight on its shoulders because (the players) want to do
what we did last year.
“We have started out the year playing very good softball. It’s
early in the season, but I honestly believe we may have more
talent this year than we had last year. For that reason, I hope that
we will see a second championship this year,” said Santiago.
He said last year’s team was all about hitting and this
year is about a total team concept. This year’s team has
the talent to depend on all phases of the game and not
count on individual “brilliance” to achieve success, Santiago
said. The team is working on the three concepts: playing
good offense, good defense and being good teammates.
“We also know that every team has its individual quirks
and we are learning to understand what this team can and
cannot do as we play the season. We have a lot of raw talent
and (what) we want to do is make sure that we keep the
drive and dedication that we have right now,” Santiago said.
He said the police team has a lot of young talent who
give their all for each game and every team member will
get an opportunity to excel. Santiago said one of the best
things about this team is it has an attitude that “what is
best for the team is what is best for me.”
“Our biggest challenge this year is going to be having
more players that can play than I have the time to play them.
I have to figure out a way to keep everybody fresh and ready
to go. There are a lot of great players and great teams out
there and there is no way I would say we are the 100 percent
best team on post. But I will say this, if anyone wants to
take the title away from us they’re going to have to fight Christopher Davis talks to his 759th Military Police Battalion team prior to a game at the Mountain Post
very hard in order to get it,” Santiago said. Sports Complex, stressing that this is a new year and a new challenge for his teammates.

Mountaineer Sports Feature
Pinned in
Soldier
Fort Carson Soldier and
Colorado Springs Flames
receiver Timothy Mason,
11, looks to escape Denver
Pirates defenders on a kickoff
return Saturday at Cheyenne
Mountain High School in
Colorado Springs. The Colorado
Football Conference defending
champion Flames defeated
the Pirates 31-30 in what
many considered a preview
of the league’s championship
game. The Flames will meet
the Pueblo Steel at 7 p.m. at
Cheyenne Mountain High
School June 2 before making
their last regular season trip
to Denver June 9.
Photo by Walt Johnson

On the Bench
Sky Sox host prep
all-star games
The Colorado Springs Sky Sox the No. 1 overall draft pick in 1986;
will host the 51st annual Southern Jeff King from Rampart High School;
Colorado High School All-Star and current major leaguers Brandon
baseball games Monday at McCarthy from Cheyenne Mountain
Security Services Field in Colorado High School and Chase Headley from
Springs starting at noon. Fountain-Fort Carson High School.
The games are the longest running Tickets can be purchased online
high school all-star event in Colorado or at the game for $7 for adults and $4
and have featured the top players in for children 12 and younger and those
the junior and senior class from with a valid student identification
the Colorado Springs region in the card. Concessions will be available
two-game event since 1962, according and parking will be free.
to Sky Sox officials. The Directorate of Family and
The seven-inning Junior All-Star Morale, Welfare and Recreation
Game, which begins at noon, includes has announced the Memorial
the best players from the Colorado Day training holiday schedule for
Springs and Pueblo areas with teams fitness facilities.
consisting of a mixture of 3A, 4A and Ironhorse Sports and Fitness
5A all-stars. The nine-inning Senior Center will be open 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
All-Star Game, scheduled to start at Friday-Monday while McKibben
3:30 p.m., showcases the top talent Physical Fitness Center will be open
from schools in the city of Colorado 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Garcia and Waller
Springs, as well as standout seniors PFCs will be closed
from the surrounding areas, with the The Colorado Rockies are
best 4A players facing off against
the best 5A players.
offering military members special
ticket buys this season.
Top prize
Athletes that have played in the The next chance to take advantage Fort Carson Family member Danielle Hux, left, shows a vendor the sword she
game and gone on to major league of these deals is Monday when the received for winning the women’s physique title at the GNC Southern Colorado
careers include Major League Houston Astros will be in Denver for and Armed Forces Natural Bodybuilding/Figure/Bikini/Physique Championships
Baseball Hall of Famer Goose Saturday at Doherty High School in Colorado Springs.
See Bench on Page 33
Gossage from Wasson High School,

Bench
from Page 32

a Memorial Day split doubleheader. The first game will
begin at 1:10 p.m. and the second game will be played
at 6:10 p.m. There will be a fireworks demonstration after
the evening game. The Astros will also be the opposition
Wednesday and Thursday, beginning at 6:40 p.m.
Tickets will be sold for $14 each (with a $3.50
service charge per order), a discount from the usual
range of $19-$39.
Call the Rockies at 303-ROCKIES, ask for the
military discount and provide reference number
21231258 to take advantage of the offer. This offer is
not available on a walk-up basis.
The 2012 National Physique Committee Max
Muscle Mile High Natural Bodybuilding/Figure/
Bikini/Physique championships will be held in
Denver June 2.
The event takes place in the Englewood High School
Auditorium, 3800 S. Logan in Englewood. Prejudging
begins at 8:30 a.m. and the finals begin at 5 p.m. Visit
http://www.jefftaylor.com for tickets.
A free summer camp will be held in Colorado Springs
June 9 for aspiring football players and cheerleaders.
The Pikes Peak Pop Warner organization will hold
the youth football combine and cheerleading camps for
ages 5-15 from noon to 5 p.m. at the University of
Colorado-Colorado Springs Four Diamonds football field.
The camp is designed to promote exercise and
fundamentals. A skilled positions player camp, for athletes
interested in playing quarterback, running back and wide
receiver, will be run by former U.S. Military Academy
standout Nate Sassaman, the first quarterback to rush
Photo by Walt Johnson for more than 1,000 yards in Army football history.
Sweet spot Athletes will be in timed events and have the opportunity
to show their football skills. Aspiring cheerleaders will be
Travis Wolf, 1st Battalion, 67th Armor Regiment , 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, able to learn cheer, stunt and jumping routines taught by
lines a pitch to center field during intramural action, Monday. the Palmer High School varsity cheerleading squad.
The Pop Warner fall youth football season begins Aug. 1.

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Mountaineer Athlete of the Week
Adam Frame
Intramural softball player
Adam Frame played most major sports as a child and continued
playing sports after being assigned to Fort Carson three years ago and
even while serving the nation during a tour in Iraq.
What is your favorite professional sports moment?
(It was) in April when the Washington Redskins drafted Robert
Griffin III to play quarterback. The Redskins definitely need a quarterback
and he is definitely going to be a good player.
What is your favorite personal sports moment?
It’s always great to get that game-winning hit or make that amazing play,
but playing with my unit is my favorite sports moment. I love the camaraderie
we have here. It’s a lot different than any team I have played on because
of the other aspects we (share) since we work together.
What is the one thing in sports you haven’t done yet that you would
still like to do?
I would like to play Division I football. I played Division III and I was
pretty good, but I would’ve loved to gone to Virginia Tech and play football.
If you could meet any athlete who would it be?
Michael Vick because he played ball at Virginia Tech, got drafted
No. 1 overall and then had the unfortunate event of the dogfighting
(incident). He has been able to come back after spending two years in jail
and still plays very well.
People who don’t know me would be surprised to know that …
I am an all-purpose sports player. I’m a bigger guy and there are people
that don’t know that I can hang, no matter what sport it is. I can play any
sport well because I do it for the love of the game.


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