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Vol. 61 No. 9

Space squadron supports record-breaking satellites launch By Kristin Stewart Team Eglin Public Affairs

EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. — The 20th Space Control Squadron’s Charlie Crew successfully tracked India’s Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle Feb. 15. Loaded with 104 satellites, the Indian PSLV set the record for the most spacecraft launched by a single rocket. “This launch is important because we want to ensure our national assets aren’t impacted,” said Lt. Col. Raj Agrawal, 20th SPCS commander. “Part of our role in space superiority is we have to ensure we’re always ready to respond, whether the risk is accidental or intentional.” Using the world’s most powerful phased-array radar, the space surveillance squadron uses an integrated team of military and civilian Airmen to operate several sensors used to track 23,000 near-Earth and deepspace objects each day. The AN/FPS-85 is the only phased array radar capable of tracking objects 40,000 kilometers away. As objects orbit the earth, the AN/FPS-85 radar sweeps for debris within its field of view. If objects are not identified and tracked, they can be a risk for other satellites as well as the crew aboard the International Space Station. “This launch presented a unique challenge for us to track since it was the highest amount of payloads released by a single launch vehicle,” said Capt. Isaiah Montemayor, flight commander of weapons, tactics and training. “It lacked predictability due to the high number of small satellites, which made them difficult to detect.” Due to the magnitude of the Indian PSLV launch, three weeks of planning and testing were required before operational execution. The space surveillance See Satellites page 6

(U.S. Air Force photo/Kristin Stewart)

EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. — The 20th Space Control Squadron’s Charlie Crew successfully tracked India’s Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle Feb. 15 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. Loaded with 104 satellites, the Indian PSLV set the record for the most spacecraft launched by a single rocket. The squadron’s Airmen operate several sensors used to track an estimated 23,000 near-Earth and deep-space objects.

Military Saves Week: Journey to financial freedom By Robb Lingley 21st Space Wing Public Affairs

(U.S. Air Force photo by Robb Lingley)

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. – Captain Joshua Flynn, 21st Space Wing chaplain, gathers Base Exchange information from Kristie Thomas and Kathy Dugan, Base Exchange employees, during the Financial Fair at The Club, Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., Feb. 28, 2017. The Exchange offers savings on commercial and grocery items.

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PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — The Airman & Family Readiness Center is scheduled to host Military Saves Week Financial Fair, Feb. 27 — Mar. 4, 2017, at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado. Military Saves, a component of America Saves and a partner in the Department of Defense’s Financial Readiness Campaign, is a nonprofit campaign that seeks to motivate, support and encourage military families to save money, reduce debt and build wealth. The goal of Military Saves Week is to encourage service members and their families to take the Military Saves Pledge, a commitment to begin the journey toward financial freedom. The Air Force promotes positive changes in personal financial behavior through the notion that everyone can start small, See Military Saves page 12

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COP’S CORNER — January 2017 By Katherine Hammer

07-Jan-17 2049 PATROL RESPONSE

19-Jan-17 0827 PATROL RESPONSE

21st Security Forces Squadron

08-Jan-17 0220 HOUSEBREAKING/DAMAGE TO PRIVATE

19-Jan-17 1421 PATROL RESPONSE

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. Traffic – During January, the 21st Security Forces Squadron, along with facility parking wardens issued 36 traffic citations. Excessive speed as well as registration and driver’s licenses infractions comprised the majority of the citations. Blotter – Security Forces responded to about 117 calls for service during January. A summary of the blotter’s calls for service is below. The purpose is to deliver a chronological listing of Security Forces responses on Peterson AFB. Certain responses which may compromise law enforcement sensitive information are not included. The information contained in the blotter is not indicative of crime trends, nor does it target service members, their dependents, or any other individual:

08-Jan-17 0934 PATROL RESPONSE 08-Jan-17 1357 PATROL RESPONSE 08-Jan-17 1840 MINOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT 09-Jan-17 0601 PATROL RESPONSE 09-Jan-17 0645 PATROL RESPONSE

09-Jan-17 0850 DAMAGE TO PROPERTY

22-Jan-17 0258 PATROL RESPONSE

09-Jan-17 0850 DAMAGE TO PROPERTY

22-Jan-17 0350 ALCOHOL-RELATED RESPONSE

09-Jan-17 1009 PATROL RESPONSE

23-Jan-17 0454 PATROL RESPONSE

09-Jan-17 1050 PATROL RESPONSE

23-Jan-17 0656 PATROL RESPONSE

09-Jan-17 1230 LARCENY - OFF BASE

23-Jan-17 1015 PATROL RESPONSE

09-Jan-17 1451 DAMAGE TO PROPERTY

23-Jan-17 1315 LARCENY - OFF BASE

09-Jan-17 1625 MEDICAL RESPONSE

10-Jan-17 1629 FOUND PROPERTY 10-Jan-17 1629 MEDICAL RESPONSE 10-Jan-17 1728 PATROL RESPONSE

03-Jan-17 1455 MEDICAL RESPONSE

20-Jan-17 1213 PATROL RESPONSE 21-Jan-17 1232 PATROL RESPONSE

01-Jan-17 0209 PATROL RESPONSE

03-Jan-17 1300 LARCENY - OFF BASE

20-Jan-17 1021 PATROL RESPONSE

09-Jan-17 0808 PATROL RESPONSE

10-Jan-17 1013 PATROL RESPONSE

03-Jan-17 0819 PATROL RESPONSE

20-Jan-17 0759 PATROL RESPONSE

21-Jan-17 1144 PATROL RESPONSE

Date Time Response

03-Jan-17 0759 PATROL RESPONSE

20-Jan-17 0758 PATROL RESPONSE

09-Jan-17 0746 PATROL RESPONSE

10-Jan-17 0738 PATROL RESPONSE

02-Jan-17 0007 PATROL RESPONSE

20-Jan-17 0704 PATROL RESPONSE

11-Jan-17 0949 PATROL RESPONSE 11-Jan-17 1500 PATROL RESPONSE 12-Jan-17 0559 PATROL RESPONSE

23-Jan-17 1448 PATROL RESPONSE 24-Jan-17 1015 PATROL RESPONSE 25-Jan-17 2214 PATROL RESPONSE 26-Jan-17 0503 PATROL RESPONSE 26-Jan-17 0548 PATROL RESPONSE 26-Jan-17 0634 PATROL RESPONSE 26-Jan-17 0658 PATROL RESPONSE 26-Jan-17 0716 PATROL RESPONSE

12-Jan-17 0734 MEDICAL RESPONSE

26-Jan-17 0751 MEDICAL RESPONSE

12-Jan-17 0748 PATROL RESPONSE

26-Jan-17 0920 DAMAGE TO PROPERTY

04-Jan-17 0740 PATROL RESPONSE

12-Jan-17 1125 MINOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT

26-Jan-17 1042 PATROL RESPONSE

04-Jan-17 1125 DAMAGE TO PROPERTY

12-Jan-17 1150 MEDICAL RESPONSE

26-Jan-17 1219 PATROL RESPONSE

04-Jan-17 1237 PATROL RESPONSE

12-Jan-17 1514 MINOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT

04-Jan-17 1316 MEDICAL RESPONSE

26-Jan-17 1540 DAMAGE TO PROPERTY

12-Jan-17 2045 PATROL RESPONSE

04-Jan-17 1500 MEDICAL RESPONSE

26-Jan-17 1541 MEDICAL RESPONSE

12-Jan-17 2248 PATROL RESPONSE

05-Jan-17 0131 PATROL RESPONSE

27-Jan-17 0734 MAJOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT

13-Jan-17 0737 PATROL RESPONSE

05-Jan-17 0758 MEDICAL RESPONSE

14-Jan-17 0720 PATROL RESPONSE

27-Jan-17 1714 PATROL RESPONSE

05-Jan-17 0800 PATROL RESPONSE

14-Jan-17 0920 DRUGS - USE/POSSESSION

05-Jan-17 0835 PATROL RESPONSE

14-Jan-17 1716 MEDICAL RESPONSE

05-Jan-17 1324 PATROL RESPONSE

16-Jan-17 2130 PATROL RESPONSE

06-Jan-17 0936 PATROL RESPONSE

17-Jan-17 0649 PATROL RESPONSE

06-Jan-17 1110 PATROL RESPONSE

17-Jan-17 0705 PATROL RESPONSE

06-Jan-17 1121 PATROL RESPONSE

17-Jan-17 0906 PATROL RESPONSE

06-Jan-17 1232 FOUND PROPERTY

17-Jan-17 1107 PATROL RESPONSE

06-Jan-17 1340 MINOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT

17-Jan-17 1110 DRUGS - USE/POSSESSION

06-Jan-17 1411 LARCENY - OFF BASE

17-Jan-17 1115 DRUGS - USE/POSSESSION

31-Jan-17 0805 PATROL RESPONSE

06-Jan-17 1601 PATROL RESPONSE

17-Jan-17 1121 PATROL RESPONSE

31-Jan-17 1518 DAMAGE TO PROPERTY

06-Jan-17 1851 ANIMAL NEGLECT

17-Jan-17 1634 MEDICAL RESPONSE

31-Jan-17 2132 ASSAULT

06-Jan-17 2245 PATROL RESPONSE

18-Jan-17 0742 PATROL RESPONSE

31-Jan-17 2132 MEDICAL RESPONSE

03-Jan-17 1516 MEDICAL RESPONSE 04-Jan-17 0706 PATROL RESPONSE

28-Jan-17 1936 DOMESTIC RESPONSE 29-Jan-17 2028 PATROL RESPONSE 30-Jan-17 0832 WANTS/WARRANTS 30-Jan-17 1030 PATROL RESPONSE 30-Jan-17 1431 PATROL RESPONSE 30-Jan-17 1812 MEDICAL RESPONSE 30-Jan-17 2049 MINOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT 31-Jan-17 0655 PATROL RESPONSE

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Defending the final frontier By Senior Airman Miles Wilson 379th Air Expeditionary Wing Public Affairs

AL UDEID AIR BASE, Qatar — Air, space and cyberspace — these are the three domains that the United States Air Force strives to defend. Of these domains, space has become one of the most crowded and competitive. At any given time, there are innumerable signals being transmitted to and from satellites, with each signal taking up space in the electromagnetic spectrum. “Space is now contested and congested,” said former Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James during her “State of the Air Force” address in September 2016. “It is extremely important to everything that we do in the military, including precision guidance, navigation, missile warning, weather, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance and communication.” With so much of the Air Force’s capabilities relying on space assets, defense of these assets is becoming increasingly important. So, how does the Air Force defend its resources in space? One answer to this question was a proof of concept system started in 2005. At that time, the 379th Expeditionary Operation Support Squadron was tasked with testing the capabilities of a new defensive

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(Top) AL UDEID AIR BASE, Qatar — U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Chris Hayes, a Bounty Hunter crew chief, and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Lucas Woods, a defensive space control maintainer, both with the 379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron, manually redirect an antenna at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Jan. 30, 2017. These antennas are an Operation Silent Sentry asset and help find and locate electromagnetic interference in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (Light) AL UDEID AIR BASE, Qatar — U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Chris Hayes, a Bounty Hunter crew chief, and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Lucas Woods, a defensive space control maintainer, both with the 379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron, use a control pad to redirect an antenna at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Jan. 30, 2017. These antennas are an Operation Silent Sentry asset and help find and locate electromagnetic interference in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility.

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The Chapel is hosting a chili cook-off at the R.P. Lee Youth Center Sunday March 5th from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Please contact Beck Hammond for more information at jammpetersonchapel@gmail.com.

SURVIVOR SEMINAR AND GRIEF CAMP

The Tragedy Assistance Program (TAPS) will be hosting a Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp in Colorado Springs, March 31 to April 2 at the Cheyenne Mountain Resort. We are in the need of active duty service members to pair with a child during their journey of grief, gaining coping skills in a fun and supportive environment. For more information and to register as a Mentor, please visit www. taps.org, click events and select the COS Seminar.

TRAFFIC UPDATE

The Marksheffel Road closure continues through March for SH 24 and US 94. Detours are in place and personnel are advised to adjust routes and times accordingly. Construction continues along the corridor between PAFB east gate and Space Village Road for widening and safety improvements. Following this phase, improvements at PAFB east that may require lane restrictions and rerouting some traffic to west and north gates. CES, SFS and PA are working closely with El Paso County for timeframes and updates.

PETERSON AFB TAX CENTER

Airmen can schedule appointments between Feb. 1 — April 13 for tax assistance. During appointment times, there will also be two kiosks open for individuals to prepare taxes on their own. There will be a trained volunteer available to answer any questions they may have. The Tax Center appointments will only be servicing E-5 and below, retirees with a taxable income of $64,000 or less, and cannot do taxes involving personal businesses (except childcare). However, kiosks ARE AVAILABLE for ALL ACTIVE DUTY members. For questions, to reserve a kiosk or schedule an appointment, call 719-556-9248.

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PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Alongside his wife Rita Read (left) and Sgt. Maj. retired Ted Gembczynski, Chief Master Sgt. retired Butch Read (center) Southern Colorado Retiree Activities Office volunteer was awarded the 21st Space Wing Volunteer of the Year Annual Award at Peterson Air Force Base, Feb. 9, 2017. The award is given to a volunteer who performs outstanding service throughout the year.

Volunteer excellence award goes to long time veteran By Steve Kotecki 21st Space Wing Public Affairs

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — For the fourth year in a row a volunteer from the Southern Colorado Retiree Activities Office has won the 21st Space Wing Volunteer of the Year Annual Award. The award is available to civilians and retirees who continue to give back to the military in a substantial way. Retired Chief Master Sgt. Butch Read, has been volunteering at the Peterson Air Force Base retiree activities office for just over a year, but in that time he’s made a big impact. “Butch joined us about a year ago and right from the start he jumped in with both feet,

and said ‘what can I do?’” said retired Col. Bob Koenig, ROA volunteer deputy director. “He’s very energetic, his experience when he was active duty was in finance so he helped out with the budgeting angle to get us funding for our retiree activity day here on Peterson,” Koenig said. Read didn’t just stop at budgeting, he stepped up and volunteered to be on the leadership committee for the retiree activity day as well. He was also the RAO representative on Fridays and would often answer phones and answer questions at the help desk. “I had a lot of fun helping plan for the activity day, it feels good to get people out there and have a good time,” Read said. T:9.5” Read credits his accolade to a willingness to

help and a positive attitude. His career started in 1959 when he joined the Air Force and continued through a civil service career. “I just like to get out there and use a little of my time to taking care of business and helping people make life a little easier,” said Read. Of course Read doesn’t take all the credit for himself. “Bob’s been a big inspiration to all us volunteers at one time or another, we had over 500 people attend the activity day and a lot of that is due to Bob’s leadership,” Read said. “Really the support of everyone that volunteers here is why this office has had a winner for the past four years,” said Koenig, “we’ve got a great bunch of people.”

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team prepared for several possible outcomes, including collisions, which have the potential of creating thousands of pieces of hazardous debris. “All that mission planning goes into making sure we maximize radar effectiveness,” said 2nd Lt. Lauren Bauer, 20th SPCS crew commander. Objects orbiting the Earth travel at 17,150 mph, which gives the radar a limited window of opportunity to detect objects within its field of view. Objects launched from Indian PSLV were initially detected by the phased array radar for less than 10 minutes. Due to the earth’s rotation and the natural motion of objects from the Indian PSLV launch, individual objects were visible for less than 10 seconds during their second orbit. The objects weren’t visible again for another nine hours to the Eglin radar. Additional Air Force surveillance units from across the globe continuously tracked the objects from the Indian PSLV launch as they passed through their own radar’s field of view. Crews at the 20th SPCS work 24/7 tracking known and unknown

www.peterson.af.mil objects orbiting the earth. Data is then transmitted to the 18th Space Control Squadron in Vandenberg AFB, Calif., to be logged for regular monitoring. The 20th SPCS surveillance mission is increasingly vital as space becomes more contested, congested, and operationally limited. This threatens the safety of the ISS and U.S. satellites. Michael McKinnon, 20th SPCS chief of maintenance, spent the last three decades at Eglin’s radar site watching the space mission evolve. “The importance of tracking debris is to protect space flight, which has become more important,” said McKinnon. “We started with a catalog of 6,000 objects and now actively track 23,000 objects.” In addition to Eglin’s radar site, there are three space surveillance detachments within the 20th SPCS located in New Mexico, the British Indian Ocean, and Hawaii that also detect near and deep-space objects using telescopes. The 20th SPCS continues to track and provide vital information on objects released from the Indian PSLV launch until all 104 satellites are successfully characterized to support national security interests.

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EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. — Using the world’s most powerful phased array radar, 20th Space Control Squadron Airmen operate several sensors used to track an estimated 23,000 near-Earth and deep-space objects at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. As objects orbit the earth, the AN/FPS-85 radar sweeps for debris within its field of view. If objects are not identified and tracked, they can be a risk for other satellites as well as the crew aboard the International Space Station.

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GRAND FORKS AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — Maj. Gen. Dondi E. Costin, United States Air Force Chief of Chaplains visited the Warriors of the North and Cavalier Air Force Station, N.D., Feb. 16, 2017. Costin served as the keynote speaker for the National Prayer Breakfast held on Grand Forks Air Force Base before heading to Cavalier AFS. He focused on the concept, “Faith Works,” which he said is how data and research have determined that people of faith are generally more successful and well-rounded. He linked this to the goals of Comprehensive Airman Fitness

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PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — The Knights of the 21st Space Wing sometimes find themselves too busy to get away from their desk throughout the day. To get the blood flowing, take a few minutes every day around 10 a.m. and at 2 p.m. to step back and regain some focus. For civilians and others not in utility uniforms, grab a mat and you can participate, too!

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PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — March is National Nutrition Month® and the staff at the Peterson Air Force Base Health and Wellness Center want to get out the word that healthy eating and living are beneficial to everyone. The theme for 2017 is “Put Your Best Fork Forward.” The campaign encourages creating an eating style that includes a variety of healthy foods and focuses on making small changes that, over time, will lead to improved health. “We’re all about making small, gradual changes to improve overall health,” said Melody Vicari-Warner, installation health and wellness dietician at the HAWC. “Stopping cold turkey is not always best.” Switching out one or two sugary beverages each day — like soft drinks, juice or sweetened tea — for unsweetened drinks can make a difference, she said. Adding protein to snacks can balance fullness and blood sugar control. Vicari –Warner suggests having wheat crackers with mozzarella cheese sticks, or an apple with natural peanut butter to fit the bill. One of the small changes dieticians, like Vicari-Warner, hope people make is adding vegetables to their diets. Adding only two servings of vegetables a week is a marked improvement. “We have a lot of clients who are not eating any vegetables at all,” she said. “So introducing any into the diet will be a benefit.” Sticking with the idea of making small changes, Vicari-Warner said people don’t have to stop dining out, but can be more

intentional in their approach. For example, saying no to the pre-meal chips and bread basket before it’s brought to the table helps avoid the temptation of filler carbohydrates that have no nutritional value. “Maybe have a side salad to start instead of filling up on empty calories,” she said. Pacing the rate of eating can be another boon to better nutrition. Vicari-Warner said most people eat too quickly and end up feeling over full. The body takes about 20 minutes to register that it’s full, she explained, and if a person overeats in less than 20 minutes they will not know they are full until it’s too late. Vicari-Warner and fellow dietician, Tiffany Brunton, will promote National Nutrition Month® by participating in an event highlighting produce, noon, March 16 at the Peterson Commissary. Along with promoting healthy eating, the two will offer a basic question and answer with a dietician. “You can have your questions answered by a dietician on the spot,” Vicari-Warner said. “If you have food you want to know about you can bring it by and ask us.” Should the event at the Commissary not be convenient, then she recommended calling the HAWC. “No referral is needed to see us,” she said. “We are available. We can be a support to spur change and keep people accountable to keeping a healthy lifestyle.” The HAWC provides nutritional consultations, diabetes classes and body fat analysis among other services. Contact the HAWC at (719) 556-4292 On the web: http://www.eatright.org/ nnm

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AL UDEID AIR BASE, Qatar — U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jeff Schumacher, a Raiders Deployable Ground Segment-0 crew chief with the 379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron, attaches a low noise amplifier to an antenna at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Jan. 30, 2017. These antennas are used in Operation Silent Sentry and help detect and geolocate electromagnetic interference to signals of interest.

AL UDEID AIR BASE, Qatar — U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Chris Hayes, a Bounty Hunter crew chief with the 379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron, uses a control to locate a satellite in space at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Jan. 30, 2017. Hayes supports Operation Silent Sentry, which provides defensive space capabilities for the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility.

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space control system, which would protect U.S. Central Command’s satellite networks. The proof of concept was so successful that the operation remained active, and is now called Operation Silent Sentry. “The current focus of Silent Sentry is to detect, characterize and monitor electromagnetic interference on signals of interest across the area of responsibility,” said Capt. Marcus Losinski, commander of Operation Silent Sentry. Since its inception twelve years ago, Operation Silent Sentry has grown and become an important asset to not only the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing, but the entire CENTCOM theater. 2nd Lt. Kasey Crowe, a Bounty Hunter crew commander with the 379th EOSS, explained how the effectiveness of Operation Silent Sentry has increased through improvements made by its personnel. “Just as the battle tempo and rhythm changes constantly,” said Crowe, “so does a tactical operator’s perspective on how to be a more effective weapon in a fight. The Silent Sentry team members are just that, ‘tactical operators’ and we are always trying to incorporate new tactics, techniques and procedures that will get us in the fight quicker and provide faster and more accurate products.” Recently, the Silent Sentry team has been improving on several processes to help gain faster responses to interference, thereby allowing for quicker decisions on how to resolve the issue. One method that the team has implemented is called the overwatch concept. This concept allows for the Silent Sentry team to monitor specific frequencies for known patterns of interference, rather than observing a large group of frequencies, and thereby eliminate excess information to process. “We have changed how we monitor the spectrum,” said Losinski. “We now follow an air tasking order based signals priority list. This allows our weapon systems to be better tuned to catch and geolocate interference should it come up. That pre-tuning of the system allows us to get our data quicker and be more responsive.” The team has also transitioned from simply responding to interference, to taking proactive measures to find and anticipate certain patterns of interference before they surface. By doing this, response times are decreased dramatically, as well as overall capability. “When Silent Sentry planning processes can get ahead of the adversary by properly prioritizing tasking and proactively optimizing our resource allocation” said Master Sgt. Daniel Dempsey, the Silent Sentry superintendent, “we shift the philosophy towards anticipating what may come next rather than forcing ourselves into a responsive posture. Our interference detection and refined geolocations process have been reduced from many hours to just minutes, and we can characterize that interference eight times faster than before.” As the tactics and procedures of the Silent Sentry team are continuously being improved and worked upon, so too is the foundation for future teams to further improve the security of future defensive space control systems. As Silent Sentry continues its twelfth year of deployed operations, its operators will continue to defend spacebased communications, and at the same time refine and shape the future of the defensive space control mission.

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YOU’RE INVITED TO DR. SEUSS’S BIRTHDAY PARTY from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Thursday, March 2, at the Library. We’ve asked special guests to read Dr. Seuss stories aloud. And we’ll have light refreshments, coloring sheets and Spin-the-Wheel game to win a prize. Call for details, 719-556-7462.

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There’s only one tournament left in the Polar Bear Golf Series — Saturday, March 11, with a 9:30 a.m. shotgun start. To sign up, call the Silver Spruce Golf Course pro shop at 719-556-7414. The playoff will be held on Saturday afternoon, March 25. Weather note: If the course is covered in snow or a heavy frost, the course will not be open for play. However, if the course is open for play, the Polar Bear Golf Series events are on as scheduled. Bundle up!

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All costs are per person. Sign up at least 48 hours in advance — or sooner as indicated — for all day trips. Call Outdoor Rec at 556-4867, Option 1. •• GET ON THE BUS. Bus roundtrip transportation to select resorts for a day of skiing/snowboarding. Just $30/person. March day trips: March 4 — Copper Mountain; March 11 — Monarch; March 18 — Keystone / A-Basin; March 25 — Monarch. Weekend

PETERSON’S POPULAR 5K/10K RUN/WALK WILL BE HELD SATURDAY, MAY 13. The event is open to all DoD/CAC ID cardholders and their guests. The 10k starts at 9 a.m. and the 5k starts at 9:15 a.m. 5k/10 Categories & Awards: Open Men — age 34 and younger; Open Women — age 34 and younger; Masters Men — age 35 and older; Masters Women — age 35 and older; Team Racing — no divisions, 4 runners per team. Awards will be made for the top three finishers in each category. This year, runners will register in person at the Fitness & Sports Center, Bldg. 560. (No online registration.) Fee is $30 when registering now through May 11; $35 on the day of the run. Fees include run entry, running shirt and water bottle. Accepted forms of payment include cash, check or credit card. For more information, call the Fitness & Sports Center at 719-556-4462, #1.

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•• SKI & SNOWBOARD TUNING CLINIC — The last one of the season is 4:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 15. Just $45. We teach you the basics of maintaining and repairing your equipment so that you’re always ready for the next trip to the mountain. •• RENTAL EQUIPMENT — From campers to boats, from grills to snowboards and skis, if you need it to enjoy the great outdoors, we probably have it. Call us or visit us in Bldg. 640. •• VAN WITH A PLAN. Whether you’re going to the mountains for a day of hiking or mountain biking or attending a concert at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Outdoor Rec is here to help you have a good time. You can rent a van and a driver for your next trip. Call us for our custom pricing for your next event, (719) 556-4867, Option 1.

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•• FLICK & FLOAT — Enjoy a movie while floating in the pool with your family 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 10. Admission is $5/person for Aquatic Center members; $6/person for non-members. •• LIFEGUARD CLASS — Upon successful completion, you’ll receive certification in lifeguarding, first aid and CPR/AED, $175/person. Offered 8 a.m.-2 p.m. March 25-30. An in-water pretest is required. Sign up at the Aquatic Center. •• MASTERS SWIM PROGRAM — For ages 18 and older regardless of skill level. Adult swim team; coaching on strokes, drills, workouts; triathlete & open-water training. Competition optional. $25/month = swim twice a week; $40/month = swim unlimited. Offered 4:45 — 6 a.m. Mondays & Wednesdays; 5:30-6:45 p.m. Tuesdays 7 Thursdays. •• LAP SWIMS — For any age person who can swim laps, free. Offered during designated lap swim hours. •• PARTIES & POOL RENTALS — Birthday parties and pool rentals need to be scheduled two weeks in advance and requires a signed party agreement and a 50 percent deposit.

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•• SPIN THE WHEEL — 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Friday, March 17. We’ll see if you’re lucky enough to win a prize! •• MILITARY IN UNIFORM — Active duty in uniform can bowl three free games when they buy a combo meal in the Strike Zone Café 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday — Friday. •• DOLLAR GAMES & DOLLAR SHOES — Offered from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Mondays and 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesdays. •• ON YOUR BIRTHDAY — Bowl one game free! •• HAND-SCOOPED ICE CREAM — Try our handscooped Ice Cream/Malt Station featuring eight different flavors of ice cream. The Strike Zone Café is open for lunch Monday — Friday at 11 a.m.

GUEST CHEF DINNER AT THE CLUB Chef Brother Luck, chef and owner of Brother Luck Street East in Colorado Springs, will be our featured guest chef on Friday, March 10, at The Club. Named the 2015 Most Cutting Edge Restaurant and Best Local Chef by the Gazette and the Colorado Springs Independent, Luck gained national attention and that of Food Network’s Beat Bobby Flay where he won over the judges with his love of pork and was a finalist on Food Network’s Chopped. Several successful creative dining experiences eventually led to his “urban cuisine” approach to serving upscale food in a casual environment — “Great ingredients with great techniques equals great memories,” he said. The evening begins at 6 p.m. Our maximum capacity for this special event is 60 persons, and reservations are required. To RSVP, call 719-574-4100.

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•• ABSOLUTELY AWESOME! Modern Lunch Buffets, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Cost is $10.95/person; Club members get $2 off! March 1 — National Pig Day Lunch Buffet (all things pork); March 9 — Gourmet Grilled Cheese & Soup Lunch Buffet; March 17 — St. Patty’s Day Lunch Buffet; March 23 — Mongolian Lunch Buffet; March 30 — Membership Lunch Buffet. •• Mondays @ 3. The Club and Stripes Pub open Mondays at 3 p.m. •• Bingo Bonanza — Mondays ONLY. Early birds arrive 6 p.m.; regular session at 6:30 p.m.

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Open Recreation will offer some cool events in March. Call us for details, 719-556-7220. •• March 1 & 8 — Money Matters, 5:30-6 p.m. •• March 15 — Job Prep Workshop, 6-7:30 p.m. with guest speaker from the Pikes Peak Workforce Center •• March 17 — St. Patrick’s High School Block Party, 9-11 p.m. •• March 29 — A Quilt of Valor Workshop, 12-4 p.m. •• March 30 — Middle School Field Trip to Skate City, 4-6:30 p.m. •• March 31 — High School Field Trip to Skate City, 8-11 p.m.

COLORADO PIZZA & SPORTS GRILL — 719-556-4181 (Located inside The Club, Bldg. 1013)

Featuring fresh made pizza, specialty pizzas and awesome sides. Also featuring a huge variety of bottled beers and a nice selection of regional craft beers. Dine in or carry out. And now we deliver pizza to your office or home on base! Call 719-574-8863. •• MONDAY — PIZZA & BEER SPECIAL — Get one two-topping 10” pizza and a pint of the Draft Beer of the Week for just $8! Special good 6-8 p.m. Mondays. •• TUESDAY — STEAK NIGHT, 8 oz. Ribeye Steak for $8; 10 oz. Hanger Steak, $14. 4:30-7 p.m. •• WEDNESDAY — PITCHER NIGHT, all flavors, all brews are half-price, 5:30-7 p.m. •• WEDNESDAY — 50-CENT BONELESS WING SPECIAL, 5-7 p.m. Featuring five new flavors plus our traditional sauces. •• THURSDAY — 50-CENT WING SPECIAL, 5-7 p.m. on •• FRIDAY — SOCIAL HOUR — 4:30-6 p.m. with snacks, drink specials. •• SATURDAY — UFC 210, March 4. Doors open 5 p.m.; event begins 8 p.m. •• THE GROWLER (64 oz.) — Makes a great gift. Have it filled with your friend’s favorite draft beer. Initial purchase, $9; first fill is $6. Refills are $9-$15 depending on style of ale. Club members get $2 off any growler refill. Don’t drink beer? Fill it with root beer.

FITNESS CENTER — 719-556-4462

ARMED FORCES COMMUNITY RUN — Saturday, May 13. This year’s registration is entirely in person at the Fitness Center. Pick up a flier and sign up today. 719-556-4462, #1. A variety of classes to help you meet your fitness goals. •• ZUMBA — Just $3 per class. Offered 12:05-12:55 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays; 11:05 a.m.-12 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays. •• KRAV MAGA — A self-defense system that anyone can use regardless of size, strength or fitness level, $5/session or $40/month. Offered 5-7 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. •• TOTAL BODY SCULPTING — Emphasizes the importance of compound and isolation movements, along with proper technique for muscle time under tension, free. Offered 5-6 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. •• TAE KWON DO — Designated classes offered for beginner, intermediate and advanced level students, $40/month for the first family member, $30/month for additional family members. Offered Tuesdays and Thursdays. •• FUNCTIONAL FITNESS — Cardio and respiratory endurance, strength, flexibility, stamina, agility and more, Intro class is free; Intermediate class is $5/session. Intro class offered 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays. Intermediate class offered 6-7 p.m. Mondays & Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m. Thursdays and 10-11 a.m. Saturdays.

SILVER SPRUCE GOLF COURSE — 719-556-7414

•• The Greenside Grill & Smokehouse — Offering Prime Rib dinners from 5:308 p.m. on select Fridays: March 10 and March 24. Our featured dinner menu includes Smoked Prime Rib, $10 for a 10 oz. slice. If you would like a larger slice, please tell your server. (The price is $1 per ounce.) All prime rib dinner are served with a green salad and baked potato. Reservations, please. Call 719556-4454. We politely discourage splitting a dinner.

LIBRARY — 719-556-7462

FLICK & FLOAT Relax. Float in the pool. Watch a movie. What?! Yep, the Aquatic Center offers its next Flick & Float at 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 10. The featured film is “The Secret Life of Pets.” Admission is $5/person for Aquatic Center members, $6/person for non-members. Call 719-556-4608 for details.

•• YOGA — Tone and stretch, balance and breathe. Offered 12:05- 1 p.m. Tuesdays, 11:05-12 p.m. Thursdays, 10-11 a.m. Saturdays.

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•• SEASON SKI PASSES & SINGLE DAY LIFT TICKETS — ITT has season ski passes for * Copper Mountain Resort * Loveland * Monarch * Keystone & Arapahoe Basin (Liberty Pass) and single day lift tickets for a large number of Colorado resorts. Visit http:// www.21fss.com/news/itt/season-ski-passes-sale-now/ for details or call Outdoor Recreation at 719-556-4867, Option 1. •• DISNEY SALUTE 2017 — Jan. 1 — Dec. 19, 2017 for Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL and Disneyland in CA. •• ARTS & CRAFTS — 719-556-4867, Option 2. Our Frame Shop has one of the area’s largest selections of frame, glass and matting options and a variety of shadow box. Have your special memorabilia or photos framed or engraved for any occasion. •• THE FRAME SHOP (ENGRAVING,

TOO!) — 719-556-4867, Option 2. We have the best prices in the Pikes Peak region and we will stand by that claim. Bring in your framing quote and we will not only match, but beat the competitor’s price with comparable materials and superior workmanship. See samples of our professional work; get your mementos and special items framed or engraved for gift giving or as a keepsake for yourself.

LEISURE TRAVEL — 719-556-2116 and 719-556-6447

We have two full-time professional travel agents with 25+ years combined experience in the travel industry. We are the only leisure travel office in Colorado specifically dedicated to travel discounts for the military. We do it all: domestic and international travel; cruises; destination weddings; and more! •• ITALIAN VISTAS — Leisure Travel is offering a special tour of Italy August 27 — September 8, 2017. It’s the trip of a lifetime to some of Italy’s best stops and best kept secrets: Rome, the Sorrento Coast, the Colosseum, the Ruins of Pompeii, Isle of Capri, Florence, Leaning Tower of Pisa, a Tuscan winery, Venice, Murano Island, Verona, Stresa and Locarno, Switzerland.

•• SEUSSEBRATION CELEBRATION — We’ll celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Thursday, March 2. •• STORYTIME — Story time is at 10:15 a.m. Wednesdays. •• ZINIO — Free online magazines now available for registered library customers. Stop by today and sign up for both. •• PETE EAST CDC — HOURLY CARE: Reservations can be made up to 15 days in advance. Cost is $4/hr. Call the Pete East CDC at 719-556-7460.

AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER — 719-556-6141

•• Classes — Visit www.21fss.com for a complete calendar of events. •• Military Family Life Counselor — 719425-1115 or 719-342-9572.

EDUCATION CENTER — 719-556-4996 or 719-556-4065

•• Career Skills Program — Involves apprenticeships, job shadowing, on-the-job training, and internships to help military transition to civilian employment. Call Sheri at 719-556-4996 or Mel at 719-556-5051. •• Post 9/11 GI Bill Briefings — 9:30 a.m. March 14. •• Transition Goals Planning Success (T-GPS) Achieving Higher Education Track — 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. March 1516. This two-day program guides you through the variety of decisions involved, such as choosing a degree program and college institution, funding considerations, and admissions. •• FAA testing now available at the Ed Center. Our Education Center is fully certified as an FAA testing site. Airframe and Powerplant testing is offered at 2 p.m. every Wednesdays. If you are interested in testing, send your request to 21fss.fsde. test@us.af.mil. •• Initial Tuition Assistance Briefing: 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays.

Please visit www.21fss.com to see program details and hours of operation for 21st Force Support Squadron activities

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Larry and Vicky Daub, CRE facilitators married for 26 years, teach a lesson about hidden issues in relationships during the Center for Relationship Education military marriage retreat in Denver, Colorado, Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017. Larry and Vicky engaged in group discussions and teachings to encourage connectivity and community with the military couples in attendance.

Angelique Hopkins laughs during “knees-to-knees” with her husband, Senior Airman John Hopkins, 50th Security Forces Squadron, during the Center for Relationship Education military marriage retreat in Denver, Colorado, Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017. The Hopkins’ performed “knees-to-knees” and other exercises throughout the weekend to grow in intimacy and communication.

By 1st Lt. Darren Domingo 50th Space Wing Public Affairs

DENVER, Colo. — Four Schriever couples joined other Front Range military couples to cultivate marriages and committed relationships during the Center for Relationship Education weekend retreat at the Marriott Hotel, Friday through Sunday. The military-focused retreat invited a diverse mix of couples to experience change by learning communication tools, conflict resolution strategies and more. First Lt. Joshua David, 50th Operations Support Squadron, said he joined the retreat for more togetherness, alone time and to intentionally plan a date night. His wife, Angela, 21st Space Wing Civilian Personnel

Office human resources specialist, echoed the sentiment. “For me, I just wanted to be able to reevaluate our relationship and try to grow and be better as a couple,” she said. Throughout the weekend, the couples shared meals and participated in personality tests, group discussions, forgiveness lessons, video studies and other exercises to encourage honest communication and intimacy. The “knees-to-knees” exercise, a favorite among many attendees, had couples sit facing each other, maintaining eye contact and talk about the issue at hand, whether positive or negative. “I liked knees-to-knees, just that whole experience — we’re gonna incorporate that,” said Joshua. “The intimacy of it, the connection. You’re physically touching, you’re

emotionally touching as well.” Larry and Vicky Daub, CRE facilitators married for 26 years, led the retreat through exercises and personal testimonies of life together. Vicky explained the lessons learned during the workshop are meant to extend beyond the couple themselves. “It’s giving a chance for couples to reconnect, to give a lot of them hope again. (It also gives) their families hope that they’re going to be able to stay together and be a healthy family unit,” said Vicky. Larry, an Air Force veteran, explained the military-focused retreat is a labor of love. Sometimes they meet couples who are dealing with serious marital issues, or suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injuries. The military focus is important to the Daubs’, who enjoy

fostering that type of community. “I like the chance to form community to get to know other military couples. Because in this retreat in particular, people are either stationed in Denver or Colorado Springs, so they can make friends and I like that part,” said Vicky. “It’s a passion for us to (serve) military,” said Larry. “For me personally, it’s been the best thing that’s happened in my life probably besides marrying her. And I’m serious about that.” The CRE offers the weekend retreat quarterly, however, the Daubs explained another resource couples and families can benefit from is Project Sanctuary, an extended 6-day retreat with a similar focus. For more information on upcoming marriage and family retreats, contact the chapel at 567-3705.

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Peterson AFB offers Mental Health First Aid class By Shellie-Anne Espinosa, 21 Space Wing Public Affairs

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Check your wingman’s six. Look out for your battle buddy. Military members are often reminded to watch out for fellow Airmen and to check up on them and their families. But do they know what to do if they encounter a mental health emergency while in the process? Mental Health First Aid Colorado is offering classes through the Resilience Operations Office at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, specifically targeting its military demographic. Peterson AFB is the first Air Force base in the area to start the military-focused program. MHFA has currently been running for two years at the installation. Now, it is being offered at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. MHFA came to the U.S. in 2008 as an evidence-based course designed by a group of various psychologists and therapists. In 2011, the military module was created to focus on the specific needs of those who work for and live with the military. The goal of MHFA is to increase the knowledge on mental health issues, while reducing the stigma attached to them. It also provides tools to the public to help anyone in need. “One in four people are affected by mental health, so we all know someone going through a mental health crisis,” said Reginald Graham, MHFA Colorado instructor. “This course is a great way to teach people how to start that conversation

The goal of MHFA is to increase the knowledge on mental health issues, while reducing the stigma attached to them. with someone currently going through a mental health crisis. It teaches people how to help their fellow Airmen get through each crisis to keep suicide numbers from going up.” The course is highly interactive. Training obtained from the class can be used in the members’ personal and professional lives. The focus of the class is to teach people how to recognize the signs and symptoms of mental distress and how to positively intervene. Participants learn non-judgmental communication and listening skills to use during any mental health emergency. They are also given local, state and national resources to help with behavioral health. The course offered through Peterson AFB has special modules for military and veterans. MHFR’s focus is on getting the tools needed for recognizing mental health challenges and getting access to the various services offered throughout local communities. The normal scope of mental health issues

is covered, but the course additionally includes deployments, suicides and how the differences between everyday military and civilian jobs can create anxieties and depression. “The military has made progress with mental health but it’s still not where it needs to be,” Graham said. “Many people still feel that they cannot speak freely on the subject. This course takes the specifics of military life and teaches its participants how to initiate conversation.” This particular course is taught only by individuals who have ties to the military. Graham is a retired Air Force major and has taught the course for two years. “We’re not looking for clinicians to teach this course,” Graham said. “We want people who can speak the language of the participants. It also makes them more credible to their audience because they’ve been there.” Graham encourages anyone involved with the military to attend this course, including civilians and family members. “Especially families,” Graham insisted. “They are often going through the mental health crisis alongside their military member. They are the first line of defense.” The course is eight hours long and awards a certificate in Mental Health First Aid. The certificate is valid for three years. By cultivating empathy, understanding and the ability to intervene during mental health emergencies, MHFA is a great tool to add to any Airman’s arsenal in looking out for their wingman. To register for an upcoming class at Peterson AFB or to get any additional information, contact Beverly Price, Resilience Operations Director, at 719-556-6768.

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Drifting in cyberspace: Online OPSEC will keep you anchored By Dave Smith 21st Space Wing Public Affairs staff writer

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — The computer is fired up, login is complete and it’s time to spend the evening online, alone with social media. But nobody is truly alone when connected to the Internet. According the Department of Justice’s National Computer Security Survey twothirds of nearly 8,000 businesses, queried in 2005, detected at least one cybercrime, and almost nine of 10 reported multiple instances costing tens of thousands of dollars. The overarching point is simple enough: exercise caution when connected to the Internet. Staff Sgt. Michael Craddock, 21st Space Wing operational security coordinator, suggests limiting any online presence to a minimum. “Reduce your online footprint,” Craddock said. “This would include opting out of open source sites like Spokeo, Checkmate, PeekYou, and FamilyTreeNow.com. This can be accomplished via the opt-out option for each of these sites.” Craddock recommends that users periodically check out what is out there on the Internet about them. A quick and simple Web search using a search engine can verify that personal information is not being broadcasted across the Web. “This is not limited to service members

or DoD personnel,” he said. “But extends to their families as well.” One of the biggest things to remember when dealing with OPSEC online is to avoid posting sensitive information. Using the approved Critical Information List is a good place to start. Craddock said unit and wing OPSEC representatives can provide guidance too. Paul Alvarez, Interagency OPSEC Support Staff customer service advocate, pointed out there are some general topics that should not be posted openly online. In general, terms folks should avoid talking about or posting information about are: • Current or future operations • Travel timelines • Usernames and passwords • Access/identification cards • Capabilities and limitations • Address and phone lists • Budget information • Building plans • Entry and exit procedures • Visitor schedules. “I think the biggest breaches occur when employees do not know what information to protect,” Alvarez said. Limiting exposure and access on social

media also is important where OPSEC is concerned. “Within almost all social media platforms is the ability to increase your security preferences to allow only friends and family to see the contents of your profile,” Craddock said. “This is coupled with ensuring that you do not add unknown contacts that will then have access to your social media content.” It is also important to be aware of what is shared online. Things like a photo of a service member in uniform can draw unwanted attention to a profile, for example. Listing specific job descriptions ¬¬– such as intelligence officer or unmanned aerial vehicle operator- should be avoided for the same reasons. “Other items that can be used by adversaries could be things as simple as a photo of your home with distinct landmarks in the background or a school cheerleading uniform identifying where a dependent attends class,” Craddock said. Security settings on social media should be set so random individuals cannot view a profile and read everything written there, he added. “Why would a random passerby on Facebook need to know where you work, what you do or where you are stationed?” said Craddock. Friend requests should be carefully screened and if you do not personally know the person, you probably should not approve

the request. Craddock offered a number of other steps to help bolster online OPSEC: • Be careful with saved passwords. Utilize password managers. • Use good reminder questions for recovering passwords. • Use two-factor authentication. A password then a text confirmation to a cell phone, for example. • Clear browser cache and history regularly. Don’t leave a trail of information. • Watch for photos and email with .exe attachments. • Use antivirus and ad blocking software. Public WiFi can pose an OPSEC problem, Craddock said. He advises situational awareness when using personal information in a public area. “A library or coffee shop is a public area,” he said. “So why would you post your credit card information in a public place? Someone could read your number over your shoulder.” There are many things to keep an eye on to be safe and secure online. However, there are two things Craddock said will make the biggest difference. “Make sure the site is legitimate. Watch for the ‘https,’” he said. “And do not go to questionable sites.”

Top 7 Outdoor Recreation Center activities for spring

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(Top) MOAB, Utah – Peterson Airmen and their families hike through Arches National Park, Utah, May 30, 2016. Peterson Outdoor Recreation coordinated Moab Adventure Weekend and many others like it for Airmen to enjoy throughout the summer. (Left) COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Peterson Airmen ride a trail in Colorado Springs, Colo., during a Peterson Outdoor Recreation event in May 2015. Outdoor Recreation provides programs and events throughout the summer for Airmen and their families to participate in, many at a discounted rate.

By Steve Kotecki 21st Space Wing Public Afairs

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Spring is just around the corner. Are you getting ready to take advantage of everything the Colorado Springs area has to offer? The Peterson Air Force Base Outdoor Recreation Center has several of events scheduled for spring you shouldn’t have to worry about finding anything to do. Before putting the skis or snowboard away there are a few more weeks to take advantage of them here in Colorado. • March 15th, ski tuning clinic, $45, 2 hours. Before packing away the skis the ski tuning class will teach you

how to wax and tune your skis for storage until next winter. • April 6th, Hoppy Trails, $30, day trip. This day trip starts off the season of Hoppy Trails which occurs on the first Thursday of every month. Hoppy Trails is a mountain biking trip in the local area with a stop off at a local veteran owned brewery at the end of the day. • April 22nd, rock climbing, $50, day trip. A group day trip to one of Colorado Springs great rock climbing locations like Red Rock or the Garden of the Gods. Price includes transportation and all necessary climbing gear. • May 4th, Hoppy Trails, $30, day trip. • May 11th, bike maintenance class, free 2 hour course. Learn the basics of tuning and working on your bicycle so that it’s in top shape while riding all summer long.

• May 18th, basic back country skills course, free 2 hour course. This begins the start of this course which happens every third Thursday of the month. The skills class is designed to teach basic hiking and camping skills to those who might be unfamiliar with the practice. The first class to be taught will be called “No Trace.” • May 20th, kick off to summer. Outdoor rec’s big summer extravaganza, there will be food, races and inflatables for kids as well as displays and demonstrations. This event is a great way to see everything the Outdoor Recreation Center has to offer. To take advantage of any or all of these great programs that the Outdoor Recreation Center has available. To sign up or find out more details call the recreation at 719-556-4867.

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After School Art Club, focusing mostly on drawing and painting with basic supplies included. Ages 7 and older. Wednesdays, 3:154:45 p.m. $20/class. Alvarez Art School, 2418 W. Colorado Ave., Studio J, 337-2863, alvarezschool.com.

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Junie B. Jones: The Musical, a delightful adaptation of the best-selling children’s book series brought to life in a not strictly-for-kids musical. Fridays, 6 p.m. and Saturdays, Sundays, 1 p.m.; through March 26. $10-$20. Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center, 30 W. Dale St., 634-5583, boxoffice@csfineartscenter.org, csfineartscenter.org.

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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Colorado Springs Chess Club, a casual gathering of chess players of all skill levels. Meet in the building’s ballroom. Tuesdays, 6 p.m. Acacia Park Apartments Building, 104 E. Platte Ave., 685-1984, cschess.webs.com. Colorado Springs Vegan and Vegetarian Group, open to anyone interested in a vegetarian or vegan dietary lifestyle. Visit veganlifecolorado.org or vegetarian.meetup.com/534 for more. coloradospringsveg@yahoo.com. No-Nuts Moms Group of Colorado Springs, a peanut- and tree-nut-free playgroup for all ages, who can participate in indoor and outdoor play dates. Contact the group or visit the Facebook page for specific times and dates. nonutsmomsgroup.weebly.com/index.html. Photography Classes and Group, offering photography and Photoshop classes at various locations around town. Visit 3peaksphoto. com/classes.html for a schedule. A photography group is also open to new members of all skill levels. 260-6637, meetup.com/cplg_cos. Senior Chats, informal gatherings for seniors which offer information sharing, networking, discussions and coffee. All are welcome. Tuesdays, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Pikes Peak Library District, Rockrimmon Branch, 832 Village Center Drive, 593-8000, ppld.org/seniors.

COMEDY & IMPROV Locals Till Last Call, hosted by comedian Melody Klema. Locals Till Last Call showcases a local comedian and band every First Saturday of the month then ends with an Open Mic and Improv. First Saturday of every month, 8 p.m.-midnight. Free. Gold Camp Brewing Company, 1007 S. Tejon St., 695-0344, LocalsTillLastCall@gmail. com, facebook.com/LocalsTillLastCall.

CONCERTS American Music Society Spring Concert, an eclectic program including a set of six guitar ensemble pieces composed by local guitarist/ composer, Jim Bosse, plus vocal pieces, and works for piano and saxophone. Sun., March 5, 2:30-4 p.m. Free. Graner Music - Barnes, 4460 Barnes Road, 275-3840, jimbosse@bresnan. net, theamericanmusicsociety.org. Pueblo Choral Society Concert: Mozart’s Coronation Mass, with the CSU-Pueblo Concert Choir and orchestral accompaniment. Sat., March 4, 7-8:30 p.m. $10-$20. CSU-Pueblo’s Hoag Hall, 2200 Bonforte Blvd., Pueblo, 544-4455, pueblochoralsociety.org.

DANCE *Rhythm in the Night, The Irish Dance Spectacular, a performance of this national hit dance production, produced and created by Justin Boros, founder of Two Step Productions. Tues., March 7, 7-9 p.m. $37. Pikes Peak Center, 190 S. Cascade Ave., 4772100, verlee@broadmoorworldarena.com, pikespeakcenter.com. Swing Dancing, no partner needed. Attend the first half-hour for a free beginner lesson.

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Library Programs, including free classes, activities, crafts and presentations, for babies to teens and their families, at all Pikes Peak Library District locations. Ongoing. 531-6333, ppld.org.

VOLUNTEERS WANTED Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado, providing various volunteer opportunities in the areas of park restoration, garden planting and trail construction. Full schedule available online. Ongoing. 303/715-1010, voc@voc.org, voc.org.

Occasional live bands. Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. $8 online, $10 at the door. The Loft, 2506 W. Colorado Ave., 445-9278, info@loftmusicvenue.com, loftmusicvenue.com.

ety of Colorado. Full bar and snack menu inside the gym. Mon., March 6, 7-9 p.m. Free. Ivywild School, 1604 S. Cascade Ave., 368-6100, socialmedia@ifsoc.org, facebook.com/IFSOC.

Volta Au Mundo Capoeira, an Afro-Brazilian martial art that incorporates singing, dance and acrobatics. Thursdays, 6 p.m. Movement Arts Community Studio, 525 E. Fountain Blvd., #150, 963-1809, movementartscs.com.

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FILM The Big Lebowski, shown on “the annual sacred high holy day of Dudeism: The Day of the Dude.” Presented by the Independent Film Soci-

Mindful Resilience Yoga Therapy, a class designed for combat veterans with PTSD, taught by a veteran. “Students learn the tools of mindful resilience to help cope with the symptoms of their trauma.” Saturdays, 12:301:30 p.m. Free for veterans and active duty personnel. Hot on Yoga, 5740 Carefree Circle North, #360, 440-4800, support@hotonyoga. com, hotonyoga.com.

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Toddler Time, an introduction to the delights of rhyme, rhythm and a few stories as a first step to reading. Wednesdays, 9:30-10 and 1010:30 a.m. Free. Pikes Peak Library District, Rockrimmon Branch, 832 Village Center Drive, 593-8000, ppld.org.

SPIRITUALITY A Bi-Weekly Meditation Group, exploring different types of meditation techniques while “experiencing the healing energy of others.” Tuesdays, Thursdays, 7-7:30 p.m. Free. Pranava Yoga Center, 802 N . Weber St., 444-8463, info@pranavayogacenter.com, pranavayogacenter.com. A Course in Miracles (ACIM), a discussion class based on A Course in Miracles, a prominent spiritual text. Beginners and longtime students welcome. Saturdays, 9-10:30 a.m. Free. Center for Spiritual Living, 5075 Flintridge Drive, 633-4514, lise@cslcs.org, cslcs. org/course-in-miracles.

SPORTS & RECREATION Achilles Pikes Peak Weekly Workout, an all-inclusive running/walking/wheeling/ handcycling/moving group that welcomes all people with disabilities to participate. The event divides participants into groups based on pace and distance “and this means no one is left behind.” Mondays, 6:15-7:30 p.m. Free. Colorado Running Company - N. Nevada, 2562 N. Nevada Ave. #140, 760/470-3947, achillespikespeak.org. Tuesday Walkers, a walking group for seniors. Tuesdays, 8 a.m. Senior Resource Development Agency, 230 N. Union Ave., Pueblo, 719/545-8900, srda.org. University Village Colorado Running Club, with trails and routes ranging from one mile to six. Meet at Kineo Fit Group Training Studio to check in. Mondays, 5:30 p.m. Free. University Village Colorado, 5230 N . Nevada Ave., 632-5000, uvcrunningclub.com.

VOLUNTEERS WANTED Gentiva HealthCare Hospice, is seeking volunteers to offer companionship to people with terminal illnesses by sharing your talents as a musician, artist, pet therapist or just by listening. Volunteers must complete training, call for dates. 573-4166, rshardy@odsyhealth.com. Rocky Mountain Field Institute, seeks volunteers age 16 and up for several restoration projects around the Pikes Peak region, including Garden of the Gods, the burn areas of Black Forest, the Incline connector trail and others. 471-7736, rmfi.org. Safe Passage, is seeking volunteers to devote four hours per week to help abused children. Ongoing. 636-2460. SET Family Medical Clinics, is seeking medical providers to serve Fridays at its primary-care clinic. Ongoing. SET Office, 825 E. Pikes Peak Ave., Bldg. 29, 776-8850, kateyburdick@centura.org, setofcs.org. Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado, providing various volunteer opportunities in the areas of park restoration, garden planting and trail construction. Full schedule available online. Ongoing. 303/715-1010, voc@voc.org, voc.org.

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