1. Vol. 70 No. 16 April 20, 2012
Word of the month: Educate
Lt. Col. Larry Burris, commander, 1st Battalion, 66th Armor Regiment, 1st Brigade Gen. David Rodriguez, commanding general, U.S. Army Forces Command, at Fort
Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, explains his battalion’s training regimen to Carson Training Area 109, April 13.
FORSCOM command team visits
Story and photo by
Pfc. Andrew Ingram
4th Infantry Division
cannot be overstated,” said Rodriguez, thanking the
Soldiers for their sacrifices in defense of the nation.
The next morning, the FORSCOM command
to standards,” Bohn said. “We have to make sure
these young Soldiers are proficient in every aspect of
what they do.”
Public Affairs Office team ate breakfast with Fort Carson company grade Upon returning to the installation, Anderson and
officers and met privately with Maj. Gen. Joseph Stall took the FORSCOM command team on a tour
Gen. David Rodriguez, commanding general, Anderson, commanding general, 4th Inf. Div. and of Fort Carson facilities, concluding with lunch at
U.S. Army Forces Command, and the command’s Fort Carson, and Command Sgt. Maj. Brian Stall, the the Robert C. Stack Jr., Dining Facility.
senior enlisted leader, Command Sgt. Maj. Darrin division’s senior enlisted leader. During the meal, the FORSCOM and 4th Inf. Div.
Bohn, visited Fort Carson April 12-13. Anderson and Stall then escorted their guests to leaders met with the Family of Staff Sgt. Kenneth
During their stay, the command team met with 4th Fort Carson Range 109 via a UH-60 Black Hawk, Mayne, a 1st BCT Soldier who was killed during an
Infantry Division leadership, toured installation facilities where Soldiers of 1st Brigade Combat Team, 4th Inf. attack on his unit while deployed to Iraq in 2008.
and training areas and participated in an honor rally for Div., conducted M1A2 Abrams tank gunnery training. The leaders accompanied Mayne’s parents, Dan
one of the division’s fallen Soldiers and his Family. Rodriguez and Bohn discussed the training and Michelle Benavidez, to an honor rally and the
Rodriguez and Bohn visited the “Home of the 4th program with 1st Battalion, 66th Armor Regiment, ceremonial first mile of their 1,080-mile trek to honor
Infantry Division” to discuss Army policies with Fort commander, Lt. Col. Larry Burris, and senior their son’s service and sacrifice.
Carson leaders, visit with Soldiers and inspect new enlisted leader, Command Sgt. Maj. Troy Henderson. “Thank you for being here,” Michelle Benavidez
installation facilities. The FORSCOM leaders also took the opportunity to told the FORSCOM leaders. “It means so much that you
The FORSCOM leaders first attended the Fort present coins to outstanding “Iron Knights” Soldiers. would come out and support our son and our cause.”
Carson Warrior Transition Battalion Town Hall During the return trip, Bohn said he was Concluding their tour, Rodriguez and Bohn bid
Meeting at the Special Events Center. impressed with the battalion’s training plan. farewell to Anderson and Stall at the Colorado Springs
“The sacrifices you have made for this country “It’s good to see these troops on the line training Airport and returned to Fort Bragg, N.C.
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2. 2 MOUNTAINEER — April 20, 2012
MOUNTAINEER
Commanding General:
Maj. Gen. Joseph Anderson
Sexual assault, harassment
Garrison Commander:
Col. Robert F. McLaughlin
Fort Carson Public Affairs Officer:
Dee McNutt
have no place in our Army
Editor’s note: Army leaders released the following assault and sexual harassment have no place in our Army.
letter in observance of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. In keeping with the Army’s “I. A.M. Strong” campaign,
Chief, Print and Web Communications:
This month, our Army commemorates National we call upon every Soldier, civilian and Family member
Rick Emert Sexual Assault Awareness Month and reaffirms our to have the personal courage to Intervene, regardless of
Editor: Devin Fisher commitment to eradicate sexual assault and harassment the time or place. Act decisively to stand up and protect
Staff writer: Andrea Sutherland
in our ranks and in our Army communities. members of our Army Family from all forms of sexual
“Achieving Cultural Change through Dignity and assault and harassment; and Motivate others through the
Happenings: Nel Lampe
Respect” is this year’s theme. As members of a profession Army Values to be vigilant in the fight to protect our team.
Sports writer: Walt Johnson sworn to protect others — united by the bonds of trust An Army free of sexual assault and sexual
Layout/graphics: Jeanne Mazerall between brothers and sisters in arms — we must all harassment, where every Soldier, civilian and Family
recognize and embrace our individual responsibility to member is treated with dignity and respect, is a
ensure dignity and respect in our workplaces and fundamental right for everyone in our ranks. Our Army
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3. April 20, 2012 — MOUNTAINEER 3
2011 Good Neighbors
Carson honors Stein, Fowler
Story and photo by Billie Garner communities is nothing short of astounding
Garrison Public Affairs Office and second to none,” Anderson said.
“Above all else, Marv truly conveys his
For the first time since the program’s sincere appreciation and gratitude to our
inception in 1978, Fort Carson hailed two Soldiers and their Families on a regular basis.
members from the neighboring civilian He is very aware of the sacrifices Soldiers
community as its Good Neighbors, during an make to support our nation and, even though it
induction ceremony dinner April 11. has been a very long time since he wore a
Marvin Stein and the late Cindy Fowler join uniform, he is always there to support us with
the ranks of Fort Carson Good Neighbors during a big smile on his face,” Anderson said.
the annual dinner attended by local community Over the past several years, Stein teamed
members and Fort Carson leadership at the up with many organizations to provide goods
Elkhorn Conference Center. and services to military men, women and
Stein, a Pueblo businessman with a history their Families.
of giving to Soldiers and their Families was He supported the Wounded Warrior Golf
named 2011 Fort Carson Good Neighbor. Tournament, providing handicap-accessible
“Marvin is a well respected leader in both golf carts for every wounded warrior involved
our military and civilian communities and is an in the tournament. He contributes to the USO’s
instant friend to everyone he meets. He has campaign for wounded Soldiers and is a
supported our nation with his support of Fort f inancial supporter of the El Pomar
Carson through the (Directorate of) Family and Foundation’s program for Families of wounded
Morale, Welfare and Recreation, and participates warriors. He also assisted in obtaining a
in numerous ceremonies, asking nothing in Maj. Gen. Joseph Anderson, commanding general, 4th Infantry $25,000 wheelchair for a Soldier who was
return,” said Maj. Gen. Joseph Anderson, Division and Fort Carson, assists Marvin Stein with his Good Neighbor injured in a field training exercise.
commanding general, 4th Infantry Division jacket April 11 at the Elkhorn Conference Center. Stein and the late For the past two years, Stein donated a “Day
and Fort Carson. Cindy Fowler were named Fort Carson’s Good Neighbors for 2011. of Football” for wounded warriors at Colorado
“Marv continues to be an advocate for the State University in Pueblo that included
military with business and political leaders in the Anderson said the Colorado Springs area has lunch, tickets to the game and refreshments.
surrounding communities of Fort Carson, most signifi- set the standard for other communities to follow He pursued solutions to the installation’s shortage
cantly in Pueblo. He continuously helps organize and when it comes to integrating military installations of buildings and administrative office space, petitioning
participates in events in our community that focus into a local community. See Neighbors on Page 4
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4. 4 MOUNTAINEER — April 20, 2012
UCMJ applies to
social media activity
Editor’s note: The following information about yourself, such as schedules and
is reprinted from the U.S. Army Social event locations.
Media Handbook. q Ask, “What could the wrong person do
Soldiers using social media must abide with this information?” and “Could it
by the Uniform Code of Military Justice at compromise the safety of myself, my
all times. Commenting, posting or linking Family or my unit?”
to material that violates the UCMJ or basic q Geotagging is a feature that reveals
rules of Soldier conduct is prohibited. your location to other people within
Social media provides the opportunity your network.
Photo by Susan C. Galentine
for Soldiers to speak freely about their q Consider turning off the GPS function
Recycling pays activities and interests. However,
Soldiers are subject to UCMJ even when
of your smartphone and digital camera.
q Photos and videos can go viral quickly.
Staff Sgt. Tracy McDaniel, left, and Roger Krebs, members of the off duty, so talking negatively about Closely review them before posting to
Headquarters Dental Activity, load paper and plastic in a van for recycling. supervisors or releasing sensitive infor- ensure they don’t give away sensitive
DENTAC turned in 3,438 pounds of recyclables from the five clinics to the mation is punishable under the UCMJ. It information which could be dangerous
Fort Carson Recycle Center, building 155, to earn the top spot for is important that all Soldiers know that if released.
the quarterly Unit Recycle Incentive Program. The unit earned once they log on to a social media platform, q Talk to your Family about operations
$750 for its unit morale, welfare and recreation funds. The 168th they still represent the Army. security. Be sure they know what can
Regiment, Regional Training Institute, collected 3,198 pounds, claiming Security items to consider and cannot be posted.
second and earning the unit $500. The 247th Quartermaster Company, q Look closely at all privacy settings. Set The complete 56-page U.S. Army Social
68th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, 43rd Sustainment Brigade, security options to allow visibility to Media Handbook is available at http://www.
received $250 for finishing third with 2,482 pounds of recyclables. “friends only.” slideshare.net/USArmySocialMedia/social-
q Do not reveal sensitive information media-handbook-2011-8992055.
Neighbors Fowler founded “Cowgirls and Cocktails” as part of
from Page 3 the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo Foundation. The
foundation raises funds for patients while they
local, state and national officials in the executive fight cancer and undergo treatment.
and legislative branches of government. “Cindy helped raise thousands that were donated
“I have been asked numerous times why I to Evans Army Community Hospital for the purchase
willingly drive the 40-plus minutes to Colorado of equipment to ease the recovery process for women
Springs so many times,” Stein said. “There are only undergoing life-altering surgery. She devoted endless
two reasons. First, nobody has ever shot at me during time and effort to the Families and Soldiers of Fort
any trip. Second, I have not encountered either an Carson. Cindy was dedicated to improving the life
(improvised explosive device) or land mine.” of all Soldiers and their Families. She was a truly
Over the past decade, the outstanding individual whose legacy
Colorado Springs military Family, and generosity will be felt for years
with few exceptions, cannot stake to come,” said Anderson.
the same claim, he said. “Cindy is the epitome of a
“They have been putting it all on good neighbor. Cindy was a friend
the line for my family, our nation of mine, introducing me to the
and their own Family. The irony with civilian community when I was
my receipt of this award is that the new to my position,” said Dee
deserving party is thanking me,” McNutt, Fort Carson Garrison
Stein said. “I can simply say that I Public Affairs Officer.
am overwhelmed by this action and With tears in the eyes of many of
am humbled to be included with the guests, Anderson asked those in
the prior 33 recipients. attendance to join him in a moment
“The least I can do is try to of silence on behalf of Cindy Fowler.
make their lives better as a way of Good Neighbors receive a
expressing my gratitude,” said Stein. Fowler plaque etched with the title and
Fowler posthumously becomes year awarded, a sport coat with his
a member of the Fort Carson Good Neighbors. name embroidered on the patch, a certificate and
Anderson presented the award to her husband, photo on permanent display with all of the Good
Chuck Fowler and their daughter, Emily Fowler. Neighbors at the 4th Infantry Division
Cindy Fowler supported many causes and Headquarters building. Good Neighbors are invited
was a participant, board member and director of to events and ceremonies held on Fort Carson.
organizations that raised funds and provided for Good Neighbors attending the dinner included
those in need. Don Addy, John Bernheim, Marvin Boyd, Charles
“Cindy spent her life helping others, even Brown, Jay Cimino, Tsai Freidberg, Harry Hoth,
through her battle with cancer,” said Chuck Fowler. Ryer Hitchcock, Harold Littrell, Edward Lohman,
To promote breast cancer awareness, Cindy Lou Mellini, Harlan Ochs, Jim Palmer and Bill Tutt.
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5. April 20, 2012 — MOUNTAINEER 5
Soldier pulls man from burning wreckage
By Staff Sgt. Christopher Jelle
3rd Brigade Combat Team
door on the driver’s side of the vehicle against a
guardrail on the outside of the northbound lane.
himself from the
truck, which was
Public Affairs Office, “I saw the truck hit the guardrail and flames on quickly consumed by
4th Infantry Division the side of the truck,” said Sutton. “I stopped to see if flames, said Herrell.
I could offer any assistance, because it’s just one of Scott St. Onge,
A Soldier from 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 4th those things that you know you’re supposed to do.” a motorist who wit-
Infantry Division, helped save a life March 29 by Jim Herrell, a local citizen, arrived at the crash nessed the incident,
pulling a man from a wrecked semi-truck following a site just before Sutton, who was running up the small said he saw the smoke
multi-car crash on Interstate 25 near Exit 128 in hill to the driver’s side of the pinned vehicle. and watched Sutton
Colorado Springs.
Staff Sgt. Donald Sutton, field artillery system
Herrell said they could both hear the screams of
the truck driver becoming frantic as he unsuccessfully
rush to the vehicle.
As St. Onge went
Sutton
mechanic, Company K, 64th Brigade Support tried to kick the driver’s side door open. to retrieve tools and a first-aid kit from the back of
Battalion, 3rd BCT, saw the wrecked vehicle as he Sutton and Herrell worked to keep the driver his truck, he turned to see Sutton carrying the driver
was driving on Bandley Drive, returning to Fort calm as they explained the door was jammed and they down the hill toward his vehicle.
Carson from lunch. would have to pull him out through the window. St. Onge said the cab of the semi-truck was
Sutton said a car heading north on the interstate “(Sutton) stuck his face right into that burning completely engulfed by the time he reached Sutton.
went across the median into the southbound lane, vehicle,” Herrell said. “He and I had (an intense) “If (Sutton) had not been as fast or as determined
striking another vehicle. A semi-truck heading south experience together — the kind you only see on TV.” as he was, that driver would have been dead,” St.
swerved to avoid the accident and crossed the median, Sutton pulled the driver through the window and Onge said.
hitting a pole on the passenger side and pinning the immediately helped the victim to safety, distancing The driver seemed to have suffered from minor
abrasions on his arm and smoke inhalation,
according to Sutton, who stayed with the man until
paramedics arrived.
Staff Sgt. Donald The five-vehicle crash caused a closure of the
Sutton, 64th northbound lanes of I-25 for more than an hour as
Brigade Support emergency crews cleared the wrecked vehicles and
Battalion, 3rd doused the flames of the semi-truck.
Brigade Combat “It is very clear that the heroic actions of Staff
Team, 4th Sgt. Donald Sutton certainly saved the life of the
Infantry Division, semi-truck driver. The driver absolutely would have
pulled the died without Sutton’s involvement,” said Fountain
driver of this Fire Chief Darin Anstine. “Staff Sgt. Sutton’s heroic
semi-truck to measures reflect very positively on the bravery and
safety following courage of the men and women of Fort Carson and
a March 29 the United States Army as a whole.”
accident on Sutton’s chain of command has recommended
Interstate 25. him for the Soldier’s Medal and Army Safety Award
Photo by Staff Sgt. Donald Sutton for his actions.

6. 6 MOUNTAINEER — April 20, 2012
Carson honors fallen hero Staff Sgt.
Christopher L. Brown
Sept. 10, 1985 – April 3, 2012
Staff Sgt. Christopher L.
Brown was born Sept. 10,
1985, in Columbus, Ohio. He
joined the Army in 2003 and
attended Basic Training and
Advanced Individual Training
at Fort Benning, Ga., gradu-
ating as an infantryman in
December 2003.
He was first assigned to
1st Battalion, 506th Infantry
Regiment, at Camp Greaves,
Korea. He deployed in support
of Operation Iraqi Freedom for
seven months before the unit was transferred to Fort Carson, where
he served with 2nd Bn., 12th Inf. Reg. Brown deployed as a
grenadier for a second tour in Iraq in 2006 and then to Afghanistan
in support of Operation Enduring Freedom as a squad leader in Photos by Staff Sgt. Craig Cantrell
2009. He deployed for a fourth time in March, again to Above: Sam
Afghanistan with 2nd Bn., 12th Inf. Reg., as a squad leader. Swancutt, Pikes
Brown’s awards and decorations include the Bronze Star Peak Highlanders,
Medal, Purple Heart, Army Commendation Medal, Army plays “Amazing
Good Conduct Medal with oak leaf cluster, National Defense Grace” during a
Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal with bronze memorial ceremony
service star, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Monday at Soldiers’
Korea Defense Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Memorial Chapel in
Overseas Service Ribbon, Noncommissioned Officer honor of Staff Sgt.
Professional Development Ribbon, NATO Medal, Combat Christopher L. Brown.
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Brown is survived by his wife, Ariell Taylor; his daughter, to fire volleys in
Charlie; stepdaughter, Dilyn; father, Dwight Brown; mother, Brown’s honor.
Priscilla Brown; and sisters, Marcella, Khrysti and Mary-Alice.
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7. April 20, 2012 — MOUNTAINEER 7
Miscellaneous Fort Carson dining facilities hours of operation
Self-Help Weed Control Program — Department of Dining facility Friday Saturday-Sunday Monday-Thursday
Defense regulations require training for people Stack Breakfast: 7-9 a.m. Closed 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 Breakfast: 7-9 a.m. Breakfast: 7-9 a.m. Breakfast: 7-9 a.m.
transportation and application of herbicides. Once Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
individuals are properly trained by the Directorate Dinner: Closed Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m. Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m.
of Public Works base operations contractor,
Soldiers can be issued the appropriate products Warfighter Breakfast: 7-9 a.m. Closed Breakfast: 7-9 a.m.
and equipment so units can treat weeds in rocked (Wilderness Road Complex) Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
areas around their unit facilities. Weed control Dinner: Closed Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m.
training sessions for Soldiers are available the first LaRochelle Breakfast: 7-9 a.m. 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. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
from 10 a.m. to noon in building 3708. Products Dinner: Closed 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 of facilities to equipping units with a sweeper and reutilizing government property, web-based tools
for training. Call 492-0166 for more information. cleaning motor pools. Listed below are phone available, special handling of property and
Finance travel processing — All inbound and numbers and points of contact for services: environmental needs. To schedule an orientation,
outbound Temporary Lodging Expense, “Do it • Facility repair/service orders — Fort contact Arnaldo Borrerorivera at arnaldo.
Yourself ” Moves, servicemember and Family Carson Support Services service order desk can be borrerorivera@dla.mil for receiving/turn in; Mike
member travel, travel advance pay and travel pay reached at 526-5345. Use this number for emergencies Welsh at mike.welsh@dla.mil for reutilization/web
inquiries will be handled in building 1218, room 231. or routine tasks and for reporting wind damage, tools; or Rufus Guillory at rufus.guillory@dla.mil.
Call 526-4454 or 524-2594 for more information. damaged traffic signs or other facility damage. Retirement briefings — are held from 8 a.m. to noon
First Sergeants’ Barracks Program — is located in • Refuse/trash and recycling — Call Eric the second and third Wednesday of each month at the
building 1454 on Nelson Boulevard. The hours of Bailey at 719-491-0218 or email eric.e.bailey4. Joel Hefley Community Center conference room,
operation are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday. The civ@mail.mil when needing trash containers, trash 6800 Prussman Ave. The Retirement Services Office
office assists Soldiers with room assignments and is overflowing or emergency service is required. recommends spouses accompany Soldiers to the
terminations. For more information call 526-9735. • Facility custodial services — Call Bryan briefing. Call 526-2840 for more information.
Veterans Affairs claims and benefits — Veterans can Dorcey at 526-6670 or email bryan.s.dorcey.civ@ Reassignment briefings — are held Tuesdays
get assistance through the Veterans Services Group, mail.mil for service needs or to report complaints. for Soldiers heading overseas and Thursdays for
Wednesday from noon to 3 p.m. for walk-ins and • Elevator maintenance — Call Bryan personnel being reassigned stateside. The briefings
3:30-4:30 p.m. for appointments. The VSG is Dorcey at 526-6670 or email bryan.s.dorcey.civ are held in building 1129, Freedom Performing Arts
located at The Retired Enlisted Association Chapter @mail.mil. Center; sign-in is at 7 a.m. and briefings start at 7:30
1 at 834 Emory Circle in Colorado Springs. For • Motor pool sludge removal/disposal — a.m. Soldiers are required to bring Department
more information call 719-337-0086. Call Dennis Frost at 526-6997 or email of the Army Form 5118, signed by their unit
Sergeant Audie Murphy Club — The Fort Carson dennis.j.frost.civ@mail.mil. personnel section, and a pen to complete forms.
Sergeant Audie Murphy Club meets the third • Repair and utility/self-help — Call Gary Call 526-4730/4583 for more information.
Tuesday of each month at the Family Connection Grant at 526-5844 or email gerald.l.grant2.civ Army ROTC Green to Gold briefings — are held
Center from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The SAMC is @mail.mil. Use this number to obtain self-help the first and third Tuesday of each month at noon
open to all active members and those interested in tools and equipment or a motorized sweeper. at the education center, building 1117, room 120.
becoming future SAMC members. The club was • Base operations contracting officer Call University of Colorado-Colorado Springs
originally a U.S. Forces Command organization of representative — Call Terry Hagen at 526-9262 Army ROTC at 262-3475 for more information.
elite noncommissioned officers but is now an or email terry.j.hagen.civ@mail.mil for questions ETS briefings — for enlisted personnel are held the
Armywide program for individuals who have met on snow removal, grounds maintenance and first and third Wednesday of each month. Briefing
the criteria and have proven themselves to be contractor response to service orders. sign in begins at 7 a.m. at the Soldier Readiness
outstanding NCOs through a board/leadership • Portable latrines — Call Jerald Just at Building, building 1042, room 244, on a first-come,
process. Contact the SAMC president, Staff Sgt. 524-0786 or email jerald.j.just.civ@mail.mil to first-served basis. Soldiers must be within 120
Thomas Witt, at 526-5661 for more information. request latrines, for service or to report damaged days of their expiration term of service, but
Command Evaluation and Training Team — or overturned latrines. must attend the briefing no later than 30 days
COMET provides commanders at all levels with The Fort Carson Trial Defense Service office — is prior to their ETS or start of transition leave. Call
a responsive maintenance and supply assessment able to help Soldiers 24/7 and is located at building 526-2240/ 8458 for details.
and training tool that improves the combat effec- 1430, room 240. During duty hours, Soldiers should Special Forces briefings — are held Wednesdays in
tiveness, readiness and efficiency of their units’ call 526-4563. The 24-hour phone number for after building 1430, room 123, from noon to 1 p.m.
logistical programs. The team identifies supply hours, holidays and weekends is 719-358-3275. Soldiers must be specialist to staff sergeant from any
and maintenance weaknesses and problems, and Questions can also be submitted by email to military occupational specialty, have a general
provides individual/unit reinforcement training FtCarsonTDS@gmail.com. Know your rights. technical score of at least 107, be a U.S. citizen, score
based on assessments. Results remain confidential Legal services — provided at the Soldier Readiness 240 or higher on the Army Physical Fitness Test, and
for the unit commander only. The team provides Processing site are for Soldiers undergoing the SRP pass a Special Forces physical. Call 524-1461 or
assistance in the majority of maintenance and supply process. The SRP Legal Office will only provide visit the website at http://www.bragg.army.mil/sorb.
management areas with one-on-one training, and powers of attorney or notary services to Soldiers
by conducting follow-up visits. The team also processing through the SRP. Retirees, Family Hours of Operation
conducts classes to help strengthen supply skills members and Soldiers not in the SRP process can
and improve maintenance readiness. Contact Tim receive legal assistance and powers of attorney at the • In-processing — Monday-Thursday from
Howarth at 503-3095 or email thomas.howarth3. main legal office located at 1633 Mekong St., 7:30-10:30 a.m.
ctr@mail.mil for more information. building 6222, next to the Family Readiness Center. • Initial and partial issues — Monday-
Recycle incentive program — The Directorate of Legal assistance prepares powers of attorney and Friday from 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Public Works has an incentive program to prevent performs notary services on a walk-in basis from • Cash sales/report of survey — Monday-
recyclable waste from going to the landfill. 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays-Wednesdays and Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Participating battalions can earn monetary rewards Fridays, and from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursdays. • Direct exchange and partial turn ins —
for turning recyclable materials in to the Fort Carson Monday-Friday from 7:30-11:30 a.m.
Recycle Center, building 155. Points are assigned for Briefings • Full turn ins — by appointment only; call
the pounds of recyclable goods turned in and every 526-3321.
participating battalion receives money quarterly. Call Casualty Notification/Assistance Officer training — • Unit issues and turn ins — Call 526-
526-5898 for more information about the program. is held May 15-17 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the 5512/6477 for approval.
Directorate of Public Works services — DPW is Grant Library. This training is required for all Education Center hours of operation — The
responsible for a wide variety of services on Fort Soldiers asked to perform this solemn duty. Per Mountain Post Training and Education Center,
Carson. Services range from repair and maintenance Army Regulation 600-8-1, this duty is limited to building 1117, 526-2124, hours are as follows:
those in the ranks of sergeant first class to command • Counselor Support Center — Monday-
sergeant major, chief warrant officer 2-5 and Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Fridays 11
captain and above. No reservations are required to a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
BOSS meetings
attend training. Classes offered on a first-come, • Army Learning Center — Monday-
are held at 10 a.m. first-served basis. Call Jean Graves at 526-5613/ Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
the first and third 5614 for more information. • Defense Activity for Nontraditional
Wednesday of each Disposition Services — Defense Logistics Agency Education Support and Army Personnel
month at the Foxhole. Disposition Services Colorado Springs, located in Testing — Monday-Friday 7:30-11:30 a.m. and
For information, call building 381, conducts orientations Fridays from 12:30-4:30 p.m.
524-BOSS. 12:30-3:30 p.m. The orientations discuss DLA Repair and Utility self-help — has moved to building
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8. 8 MOUNTAINEER — April 20, 2012
Trainers visit Tactical Athlete Program
Story and photo by Center, and Tiana Perry, an intern at the National room, really interested in learning and in getting
Staff Sgt. Christopher Jelle Strength and Conditioning Center in Colorado better at what they do.”
3rd Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs Office, Springs, attended the TAP training session, observing Chandler said the brigade trainers invited Ford
4th Infantry Division and mentoring Iron Brigade Soldiers on exercise because he brings a wealth of knowledge and
techniques. experience in weightlifting.
The “Iron” Brigade invited two local Olympic “As soon as I stepped into the room with all the “He just likes to bring what he’s learned and
trainers to coach a Tactical Athlete Program training guys, a wave of energy came over me,” said Ford, what he’s attained to other people,” said Chandler.
session at Garcia Physical Fitness Center April 3. who trains and competes in Olympic weightlifting. “Tiana actually reached out to us to volunteer her
Out of 30 companies participating in the brigade- “These guys were ready to get at it in the weight time, and when you have people that do that, you
level program, Soldiers of want to bring them in.”
Company A, 1st Battalion, Throughout the session, the athletes
8th Infantry Regiment, 3rd answered Soldiers’ questions about
Brigade Combat Team, 4th their Olympic training regimens.
Infantry Division, were the “It’s a really, really great experi-
best performers, said Matthew ence,” Perry said. “It’s really inspiring
Chandler, a TAP Trainer at to come and see what (the Soldiers)
Garcia. do and to know that they serve our
“We chose (the company) country.”
mainly for their work ethic,” Having the extra trainers partici-
said Chandler. “As soon as they pating in the workout allowed the
come in, they prepare the coaches to spend more time with each
weightroom, get warmed up Soldier, correcting exercise movements
and are ready for us to begin and developing techniques.
training them once we get there. “The fact that we were recognized
No other unit we work with out of everyone in the brigade as being
does that, and it shows that they the top company, and to have these
really want to be here.” Olympic-level athletes come in and
The brigade’s new physical help train my guys — I thought it was
fitness training program is really special,” said Sgt. 1st Class
designed to physically train Atanasio Viera, first sergeant,
Soldiers in overall strength and Company A, 1st Bn., 8th Inf. Reg.
conditioning while also reduc- Iron Brigade TAP trainers plan to
ing the number of training- Tiana Perry, intern at the National Strength and Conditioning Center, evaluates the continue bringing in local professional
related injuries. performance of Pfc. Chase Canales, Company A, 1st Battalion, 8th Infantry Regiment, 3rd athletes and trainers to help develop
Donovan Ford, a resident Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, during a Tactical Athlete Program training session the Soldiers as they begin to excel at
athlete at the Olympic Training at Garcia Physical Fitness Center, April 3. the program.
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10. 10 MOUNTAINEER — April 20, 2012
Spouses get taste of Army
Story and photos by “It’s a day for the spouses to come Lt. Col. Nicholas Palarino, comman- Troops Battalion, instructed the disas-
Staff Sgt. Andrew Porch out and live a day in the life of a der, Rear Detachment, 2nd BCT, 4th Inf. sembly and assembly of the M4 carbine,
2nd Brigade Combat Team Public Soldier,” said Valarie Adams, Family Div., started Jayne Wayne Day briefing and the dime-and-washer drill — an
Affairs Office, 4th Infantry Division readiness support assistant, 2nd BCT, participants on the day’s festivities exercise that focuses on the basic
4th Inf. Div. before Warhorse Soldiers separated the fundamentals of marksmanship.
Spouses rarely find the opportunity Eighty-nine “Warhorse” spouses spouses into six smaller groups. “The wives should get a better
to low crawl through an obstacle participated in the event that featured six “We want the wives to see what sense of what their husbands go
course, gaze down the sight of an M4 stations: physical readiness training; their husbands do and build camaraderie through day-to-day,” said Swiderski.
carbine or sweat profusely during Army disassembly and assembly of the M4 between the wives just like their husbands Instructors at each station encour-
physical training. carbine; learning first aid and litter carry
do in their sections,” said Palarino. aged maximum participation, and the
“Jayne Wayne Day” afforded 2nd skills; instruction on basics of Modern The FRSA modeled Jayne Wayne spouses stepped up to the challenge.
Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Army Combatives; firing the Electronic Day after the basics of Sergeant’s Time Spouses handled the M4 carbine,
Division, spouses these chances and more Skills Trainer 2000 weapons simulator; Training, he said. cheered on a fellow spouse struggling to
at Fort Carson’s Ironhorse Park, April 13.and a “fun ride” in a military vehicle. Adams said she planned the event climb a rope and felt the effects of wearing
to heighten the level of excite- body armor and an advanced combat
ment for Soldiers returning helmet during a ride in a military vehicle.
from deployment next month, The spouses got a taste of what a
and to help build relationships Soldier eats when instructors issued a
between spouses. Meal Ready-to-Eat to each participant.
2nd Lt. Jason Klemp and Adrienne Rodriguez, wife of Pfc.
1st Lt. Steven Seifen, Rear Joe Rodriguez, Headquarters and Head-
Detachment, 1st Battalion, quarters Battery, 3rd Battalion, 16th
67th Armor Regiment, 2nd Field Artillery Regiment, said she came
BCT, assisted in coordinating to Jayne Wayne Day because she thought
the day’s events. it would be fun to see what her husband
The planners arranged does at work all day, to do physical
the events in a round-robin training and ride in a military vehicle.
configuration, with every “I liked shooting the guns, and
group spending about 45 the assembling and disassembling of the
minutes at a station before weapons,” she said.
rotating to the next challenge. Palarino met the spouses at the
Each battalion coordinated Ironhorse Park amphitheater to thank
and instructed an event, them for their participation and 2nd
ensuring the safety of the BCT Rear Detachment commanders
spouses at all times by having presented certificates of completion
water, food and medical to the spouses.
supplies readily available. “Everybody had a fantastic time,
Adrienne Rodriguez releases the charging handle of an M4 carbine during “Jayne Wayne Day” Sgt. Nathan Swiderski, and they are ready to do it again,”
April 13 at Ironhorse Park. Rear Detachment, 2nd Special said Adams.
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11. April 20, 2012 — MOUNTAINEER 11
Soldiers of 1st Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division,
salute Michelle and Dan Benavidez as they pass rank and file
during their ceremonial first mile of a 1,080-mile march to
honor their son, Staff Sgt. Kenneth Mayne, and raise awareness
of the service and sacrifice of military Families, April 13.
Photo by Spc. Nathan Thome
Family begins trek in honor of fallen son
By Spc. Nathan Thome
1st Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs Office,
there when I need help or advice,” said Spc. Matt
Spradley, infantryman, Company B. “I’m close
Following the tour, the group had lunch
with Gen. David Rodriguez, commanding general,
4th Infantry Division with the entire Family; I spend every weekend with U.S. Army Forces Command, and Maj. Gen. Joseph
them, and we do all kinds of events. To me, they Anderson, commanding general, 4th Inf. Div. and
The Soldiers of Company B flanked the 4th are my Family.” Fort Carson, before attending the rally.
Infantry Division and Fort Carson Mounted Color Following the rally, Soldiers of Company B During the ceremony, Burris took special
Guard, paying silent respect to one of their own fell in behind the mounted color guard to march care in expressing his condolences, as well as
during a ceremony held in honor of Staff Sgt. the ceremonial first mile to Fort Carson’s those of his Soldiers.
Kenneth Mayne at Manhart Field, April 13. Gate 1. The Benavidez Family then led the “Mrs. Benavidez, I am honored and humbled
“Today, we gather to honor the memory of formation with supporters following behind as to have known and served with your son,” said
Staff Sgt. Kenneth Mayne, who served with honor Fort Carson Soldiers saluted and then applauded Burris. “Please know I speak not only for myself,
and made the ultimate sacrifice for his nation, after the Family passed by. but for the Soldiers in Company B, and the entire
while serving as a member of Company B, 1st The Benavidez Family began the day meeting Iron Knights Battalion, when I say we are truly
Battalion, 66th Armor Regiment,” said Lt. Col. with their son’s former unit leadership, where sorry for your loss, and that we are very proud
Larry Burris, “Iron Knights” Battalion commander. they received a tour of the battalion’s operating to be part of this honor rally that marks the
Burris’ words to the Soldiers of Company B and facilities and spoke with Soldiers in the unit. beginning of your journey.”
the various members of the audience began a litany
of affirmation and support for Mayne’s parents,
Michelle and Dan Benavidez, who began a 1,080-mile
march in honor of their son at Fort Carson.
Capt. Geoffrey Shraga, assistant plans officer,
Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Bn.,
66th Armor Reg., and Mayne’s former platoon
leader, also participated in the honor rally for
his former Soldier.
“This rally meant so much, because I feel that
my former platoon is still my Family,” said Shraga.
“This is something that is important to both Michelle
and I, because we are honoring our Family.”
Even those who did not serve with Mayne
personally paid their respects to the Benavidez
Family, who were known for their compassion and
reaching out to the Soldiers of their son’s company
in a time of mutual grief.
“Michelle is like a mother to me; she is always
The 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson
Mounted Color Guard and Soldiers of 1st
Battalion, 66th Armor Regiment, 1st Brigade
Combat Team, 4th Inf. Div., lead the Benavidez
Family down Heritage Row, April 13.
Photo by Andrea Sutherland

12. 12 MOUNTAINEER — April 20, 2012
Facility offers new opportunities
Story and photos by achieve a modern look, with exposed air
the Directorate of Family and Morale, swimming area for children.
Andrea Sutherland ducts creating an industrial look in the
Welfare and Recreation, and project Locker rooms have wheelchair-
Mountaineer staff facility, but also maintain functionality.
lead for the Ironhorse Sports and accessible showers, wet saunas
The result: an 85,000-square-foot
Fitness Center. “This is for the troops and whirlpools. There are also two
Lorri Martindale agonized over fitness center that boasts a 12,000-
that we have on this installation.” family changing rooms.
every detail of the new Ironhorse Sports square-foot swimming pool, 36-foot The new facility, located on “I visited other post gyms and took
and Fitness Center, even the ceramic rock climbing wall and bouldering the new Fort Carson Resiliency what they hated about their facilities
tiling in the facility’s wet saunas. wall, three full-size basketball Campus, houses 131 pieces of fitness and made sure we didn’t repeat
“I wanted it to have a feng shui courts, two racquetball courts and a
equipment, including treadmills, those mistakes,” said Martindale.
feeling,” she said. “I wanted the colors 587-foot-long indoor running track.elliptical machines, weightlifting Instead of opting for 16-foot
to be warm and inviting, not knock me “The last gym renovation on equipment and stationary bicycles. hallways like other installations,
over as soon as I enter the building.” this post took place in 1967,” saidThree group exercise rooms will Martindale said she and the architects
Martindale said she was trying to Martindale, facilities manager for feature circuit training, kickboxing, narrowed the hallways, allowing for
yoga and Zumba more space in exercise rooms. They
The Fort Carson Resiliency classes. There is also provided more storage, including
also an exercise room 462 lockers in both the men’s and
Campus officially opens May 3 dedicated to spin classes. women’s locker rooms. The facility
after a ribbon-cutting ceremony The natatorium also features a sound system that can
at 10 a.m. The Ironhorse Sports features a 25-yard lap be modified for each workout area.
pool, a 15-foot-deep “It’s exciting for me to see
and Fitness Center opens for all diving well with one- and the Soldiers and Families get
community members May 3. three-meter springboards something back,” Martindale said.
and a zero-depth entry “They deserve it.”
The 36-foot rock climbing wall and bouldering wall Lifeguard trainees practice their skills in the new 12,000-square-foot-swimming pool. The natatorium features a
will allow climbers to top-rope and lead climb. 25-yard lap pool, 15-foot-deep diving well with one- and three-meter springboards and a zero-depth entry wading area.
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