DECEMBER 2018 Recatrione a nd Leisure EventsCelebrating its 29th year, SnoFest is a festive military weekend of skiing, snowboarding, a hilarious cardboard derby, a Saturday night

Celebrating its 29th year, SnoFest is a festive military weekend of skiing, snowboarding, a hilarious cardboard derby, a Saturday night party, non-skier activities and great family fun – all punctu-ated with substantial savings to sweeten the experience.

You’re invited to join us Friday – Sunday, January 11-13, 2019, at Keystone Resort, one of the premier resorts in the country. Don’t be surprised to see military families there from Schriever AFB, Buckley AFB, FE Warren AFB, US Air Force Academy and, of course, Peterson AFB.

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LodgingIf you want to attend this fabulous ski weekend,

the very first thing you must do is make lodging reservations. Why? Simply put, making reserva-tions now ensures that you’ll have a place to stay that fits your needs and your budget.

The secret to getting a good rate is to make your lodging reservations early. Wednesday, December 5, 2018, is the last day for guaranteed discounts. As snow piles up in the high country, so too does the demand for lodging.

Discounted SnoFest lodging starts at $159 per night, including taxes and fees.

For accommodations at Keystone Lodge/Spa and Keystone managed properties, call 888-273-2502. For accommodations at Hyatt Place, call 800-993-4759. Tell them you’ll be coming to SnoFest and give them the Participant Code – CN9PAR8.

Make it your holiday gift to yourself and your loved ones.

Lift TicketsDiscounted lift tickets for SnoFest are $95 for

adult, $55 for child (age 12 and younger). Purchase lift tickets at ITT, located in Bldg. 640.

Keystone has three main peaks: Dercum Mountain, North Peak and The Outback. Ski all three: Three peaks in three days.

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What’s the terrain like?

Skiing three peaks in three days is a whole lot easier than

hiking three peaks in three days.

DERCUM MOUNTAINSitting at 11,640 feet, Dercum

Mountain greets guests as they enter the resort from the River Run or Mountain House base areas. Its trails offer skiers and riders long groomed

beginner runs, including Schoolmarm, the resort’s Family Ski Trail, as well

as a variety of wide, rolling intermedi-ate runs great for cruising. Dercum

Mountain is also home to Keystone’s award-winning A51 terrain park, fea-turing a 60-acre collection of progres-

sive terrain park features including boxes, rails and jumps.

NORTH PEAKRising to 11,660 feet, North Peak

sits directly behind Dercum Mountain and offers a variety of intermediate and advanced terrain, including long bump runs. It is home to Labonte’s Smokehouse BBQ as well as The Outpost, where hungry skiers and snowboarders can grab a bite for

lunch at the Timber Ridge food court or return later that evening for a gondola-

accessed dinner at the Alpenglow Stube or Der Fondue Chessel.

THE OUTBACKThe Outback, Keystone’s farthest

and tallest peak at 11,980 feet, is an oasis for skiers and riders looking to enjoy powder turns and tree skiing. Take a short hike off the top of the Outback Express Lift for access to

North and South Bowls where skiers and riders will often find wide-open

turns and powder stashes.

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ADVENTURES GALORE with OUTDOOR RECREATION – 719-556-4867, Option 1.

• 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. Visit www.21fss.com for details.

• SKI TUNING CLINICS – Learn the basics of repair-ing and keeping your skis/snowboard ready for the next ride down the mountain. 8-10 a.m. Tuesday, December 4, or 4-6 p.m. Thursday, December 6. $45/person or $5 for RecOn eligible participant.

• CRESTED BUTTE SKI & STAY WEEKEND – Friday – Sunday, December 7-9. Soak it up – the great skiing terrain, the wonderful snow, small, quaint town, friendly people, good restaurants and stunning scenery. Cost is $205/person based on double occupancy; $130/person for the third and fourth person; maximum four people per room.

• BASIC BACKCOUNTRY SKILLS: Avalanche Awareness – Know before you go. Knowledge is key to staying safe in the backcountry. Join us as we take an introductory look at avalanche awareness and topics like safety equipment, where to find information, and snow science. 4-5:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 12, at Outdoor Recreation, Bldg. 640. Cost is $5.

• LEARN TO SKI AT MONARCH MOUNTAIN – Monarch Mountain’s qualified instructors will help you hone your skills and fall in love with this sport. This is a RecOn-funded trip available to Air Force Active Duty or Air Reserve Component personnel and their family members. Other branch members permanently assigned to an Air Force base or part of an Air Force led joint-based scenario also qualify. Date: Wednesday, December 19. Cost TBD; includes roundtrip transportation, a full day lesson, equipment rental and lift ticket. Meet time and Return time: TBD.

• CITY ROCK INDOOR CLIMBING – Get out of the house (or dorm) this weekend by joining Outdoor Recreation for a trip to one of Colorado Springs’ re-nowned indoor climbing gyms. You’ll learn the ropes of rock climbing. Meet at Outdoor Recreation at 8 a.m. and finish at 12 p.m. Saturday, December 22. Cost is $5 for SAPI (Single Airman Program Initiative), and includes roundtrip transportation, equipment rental and admission. This is available to Air Force Active Duty or Air Reserve Component personnel without a spouse. Other branch members permanently assigned to an Air Force base or part of an Air Force led joint-based scenario also qualify.

• 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.

• RV STORAGE LOT – Store your RV at Outdoor Rec’s storage lot. Prices range from $25 to $40.

• USED CAR LOT – If you want to sell your vehicle or need to buy a good used vehicle, this is the place to do it. Call us for details, 719-556-4867, Option 1.

AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER – 719-556-6141

• A&FRC CLASS SCHEDULE – The complete class schedule is available at https://www.21fss.com/about/airman-family-readiness/class-schedule/

• EFMP SUPPORT GROUP – 9:30 a.m. the last Wednesday of the month; location TBD.

• BASIC RESUME – 9-10:30 a.m. December 20. • CAPSTONE – 8 a.m.-12 p.m. every Monday except

during TAP GPS weeks and holidays. • DEPLOYED FAMILY DINNER – Second Friday

of every month and held at the Base Chapel unless in-dicated otherwise.

• FIRST DUTY STATION FINANCIAL READINESS – 9-10:30 a.m. Monday, December 10.

• INVESTING – 1:30-3:30 p.m. December 20. • MILITARY FAMILY LIFE COUNSELOR – 719-

433-2671 or 719-425-5432. • PLAN MY MOVE – Overseas from 8-10:30 a.m.;

Stateside from 9:10-11 a.m. December 13. • EFMP: ROALD DAHL’S “MATILDA THE

MUSICAL,” 2 p.m. Sunday, December 9.

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• NO SAFETY MEETING IN DECEMBER. • MONTHLY SPECIALS: Wet Rates & Club

Owned Aircraft Only (excludes 4449R). Every Sunday in December, get $5 off per hour on any single engine aircraft and $10 off per hour on any twin engine aircraft.

• OUR ONLINE PRIVATE PILOT GROUND SCHOOL is offered approximately every eight to nine weeks. For more information, call us at 719-556-4310 or visit www.21fss.com.

• DECEMBER 3, $5 off per hour T41C • DECEMBER 13, $5 off per hour T41D • DECEMBER 14, $5 off per hour T41C • DECEMBER 21, $5 off per hour T41D

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Cardboard DERBY

One of the highlights of SnoFest is the Cardboard Derby on Saturday afternoon. Competing derby entries are made from cardboard and duct tape. No matter how you design your derby entry, the goal is the same: to make it down the hill as close to the target as possible. The one closest to the target, wins!

Visit www.mysnofest.com for complete details as they become available.

This year we’ll party at the Keystone Lakeside Ice Rink starting at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, January 13. The location also provides a strategic point from which to watch the Cardboard Derby.

The outdoor SnoFest party will have a traditional German Ski Village theme, and will include children activities, skating, music, and a lively party atmosphere for all ages. This event will occur at lakeside and within the Keystone Adventure Center.

Enjoy grilled bratwurst on a bun with sauerkraut, warm German potato salad, braised cabbage and apples, hot jumbo soft cinnamon pretzels, hot apple cider, and a S’mores Station. There will be a DJ, family entertainment, and pay-as-you-go bars operated throughout area.

Party tickets are Adult $22 and Child $15 (age 12 and younger). Tickets also include admission to the ice rink. Bring your ice skates and have a blast.

Meal ticket information and complete information about SnoFest can be found on www.mysnofest.com.

PARTYSaturday Night

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LEISURE TRAVEL

• RIGHT START – Active Duty, 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; Civilians, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. December 11 at A&FRC classroom.

• TAP GPS WORKSHOP – 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. December 3-7.

• THE 5 LOVE LANGUAGES – 2-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 12.

AQUATIC CENTER – 719-556-4608 • INFLATABLES – Have fun on our in-the-water in-

flatables from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Saturdays, December 1 and 29. Normal daily admission rate applies.

• SANTA’S LUAU – Enjoy a holiday themed pool par-ty with snacks and games, from 12-2 p.m. Saturday, December 15. Admission is $3/member, $5/non-member.

• FUNCTIONAL FITNESS – 12-12:45 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, FREE!

• MASTERS SWIM PROGRAM – Meets from 4:45 – 6 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays; 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. For ages 18 and older regardless of skill level. Adult swim team; coaching on strokes, drills, workouts; triathlete, open water training.

• COLORADO SPRINGS SWIM TEAM – For ages 7 and older. Must know freestyle and backstroke. Practices are 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays, $75.

• PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS - $20 per session, and scheduled individually based off participants availability. Grab a punch card and get the sixth lesson free!

• PARTIES & POOL RENTALS – Party time!Parties – birthdays, holidays, special events – and pool rentals need to be scheduled two weeks in advance and requires a signed party agreement and a 50 percent deposit.

ARTS & CRAFTS and THE FRAME SHOP (ENGRAVING, TOO!) – 719-556-4867, Option 2.

• THIS IS THE SEASON TO GIVE A PERSON-ALIZED GIFT. Have it framed or engraved at our Framing or Engraving shop. Get your mementos and special items framed or engraved for gift giving or as a keepsake for yourself.

• WE HAVE THE BEST PRICES IN THE PIKES PEAK REGION AND WE WILL STAND BY THAT CLAIM. In fact, we’ll match any competitor’s non-sale prices. Bring in your framing price quote and we will not only match it, but beat the competitor’s price with comparable materials and superior workmanship.

• OUR FRAME SHOP HAS ONE OF THE AREA’S LARGEST SELECTIONS OF FRAME, glass and matting options and a variety of shadow boxes. See samples of our professional, meticulous work.

BINGO BONANZA at 6 p.m. Mondays • JOIN US MONDAY EVENINGS FOR OUR BINGO

BONANZA. Early birds arrive at 6 p.m. and the regular session starts at 6:30 p.m. Play a wide variety of games. Be sure to check out our new jackpot game worth $3,000, plus progressive games and more for cash prizes. Bar and food menus are available. Try our Bonanza Bingo Program available all day, every day; purchase tickets from the cashier or bartender at The Club, 719-556-4181.

BOWLING CENTER – 719-556-4607 • BOWLING WITH THE GRINCH – Adults and

children can bowl from 3-7 p.m. Saturday, December 8. We’ll have $1 games and $1 shoes and a chance to win prizes (holiday gifts for children). The Grinch will be there, too.

• SCHOOL’S OUT – During the Christmas school break, kids bowl $1 games and get shoes for $1, too!

• DOLLAR DAYS IN DECEMBER – Enjoy dollar games and dollar shoes from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Mondays and 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesdays.

• BOWLING PUNCH CARDS – Pick up a punch card at the Bowling Center counter. Get a punch for each game you purchase. After you get 10 punches, you’ll get THREE FREE games on us!

• DO YOU NEED A NEW BOWLING BALL? You can get a standard bowling ball, NFL, MBL or other fun designs for your bowling ball. Call us at 719-556-4607 or stop by for more information and to place your order.

• STRIKE ZONE CAFÉ – Open at 11 a.m. for lunch Monday – Friday.

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The Leisure Travel office at Peterson AFB is the only leisure travel office in Colorado specifically dedicated to travel discounts for the military.

We have two full-time professional travel agents with 25+ years combined experience in the travel industry. We do it all: domestic and international travel, cruises, destination weddings, and more!

Leisure Travel also has heavily discounted airfares to Germany and other European cit-ies, based on season.

Let us help you plan your special getaway – for yourself or your group. To see how you can save on your next travel, call Renate at 719-556-2116 or Teresa at 719-556-6447 or visit www.21fss.com.

We’re open* 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays; closed on Saturdays, Sundays, federal holidays. You can find us in Bldg. 640, along with Outdoor Recreation, the Bike Shop, ITT, Arts & Crafts and the Frame Shop.

(*Note: While our building does not officially open until 9:30 a.m., we at Leisure Travel are

always at our desks and available by telephone by 8:30 a.m. Please don’t hesitate to call us.)

The Aragon Dining Facility will host a Christmas meal from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday,

December 25. A la carte pricing. For information, call the Aragon at 719-556-4723.

HolidayMerry Christmas!

ARAGON’S

MEAL

A VERY POLAR

Breakfast!ENJOY BREAKFAST WITH SANTA: A

Very Polar Breakfast from 7-11 a.m. Tuesday, December 18, at The Club. In order to accom-modate as many participants as possible, there will be two seatings for the breakfast buffet: one at 7 a.m. and the other at 9 a.m.

Children can wander through Polar Wonderland and enjoy its many creative activities for children of all ages. You’ll be delighted with the seasonal crafts, a photo booth, face painting, caricature drawings, Santa’s Workshop for older children and, of course, an opportunity to visit with Santa and share your wish list with him.

Breakfast with Santa is free, but tickets are re-quired. There will be 300 tickets available for the 7 a.m. breakfast buffet seating and 300 for the 9 a.m. seating. Tickets will be available at the CDC Main, Pete East CDC and the Youth Center.

Imagine igloos, polar bears, glittering snowflakes, frisky elves, evergreens decorated

with twinkling lights and festive ornaments and, the man

himself, Santa Claus.



THE CLUB – 719-556-4181 • ABSOLUTELY AWESOME LUNCH BUFFETS, All

you care to eat, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Cost is $10.95/person; Club members get $2 off!

• LUNCH MONDAYS & TUESDAYS IN THE SPORTS GRILL – We offer lunch in the Colorado Pizza & Sports Grill Mondays and Tuesdays at 11 a.m.Please join us.

• BINGO BONANZA – Join us Monday evenings for Bingo! Early birds arrive 6 p.m.; regular session at 6:30 p.m. We play a wide variety of games, so be sure to check out our new jackpot game worth $3,000, progressive games and more for cash prizes. Our bar and food menu is available. If Monday is a federal holiday, then we will play bingo on Tuesday evening, same time. Plus, try our Bonanza Bingo program that’s available all day, every day. Purchase tickets from the cashier or bartender.

COLORADO PIZZA & SPORTS GRILL – 719-556-4181

• *NOW OPEN AT 11 A.M. SATURDAYS for college football!

• JOIN US EVERY SATURDAY, SUNDAY, MONDAY AND THURSDAY for some football in the Colorado Pizza & Sports Grill. Sunday games kickoff at 11 a.m., and we’ll offer pizza & beer special during every game. All Monday & Thursday games kickoff at 6:30 p.m. Watch all the action on our 21 4K TV screens.

• WE FEATURE FRESH MADE PIZZA, SPECIALTY PIZZAS AND AWESOME SIDES. Because pizza and beer pair so well together, we offer a huge variety of bottled beers and a nice selection of regional craft beers.

• OUR DRAFT BEER SELECTION CHANGES DAI-LY. Try our draft beer of the week special, just $3 a pint.

• DINE IN OR CARRY OUT. Now we deliver pizza to your office or home on base! Call 719-574-8863.

• MONDAYS – Get a two-topping 10-inch pizza & a 16 oz. Beer of the Week, $8

• TUESDAYS – NEW: LUNCH SPECIAL: Smoked Brisket Mac & Beer Cheese, $8. Sounds yummy!Steak Night 4:30-7 p.m. now featuring an 8 oz. Ribeye for $8 or a 14 oz. T-Bone for $14. All steaks come with a baked potato and salad.

• WEDNESDAYS – FAMILY NIGHT PIZZA BUFFET, 4:30-7:30 p.m. featuring a variety of pizzas, fresh salads and toppings. Adults, $7.95; kids ages 6-12, $4.95; kids 5 and younger, $2.

• THURSDAYS – 50-Cent Wing Special, Bone in or Boneless (your choice) 5-7 p.m.

• FRIDAYS – Social Hour 3:30 – 6 p.m. with snacks and drink specials.

• FINAL FRIDAY OF THE MONTH – The fun starts at 2:21 p.m.

• SATURDAYS – Now open at 11 a.m. Saturdays for College Football. Also, UFC Fights as scheduled.

• SUNDAYS – All Sunday football games kickoff at 11 a.m., and we feature pizza and beer specials during every game.

• GROWLER CLUB – Purchase a Growler (64 oz.) in the Colorado Pizza and Sports Grill and have it filled with your favorite draft beer to take home. The initial purchase of our brown glass Growler is still just $9; the new stainless steel Growler is $65. The first fill is still $6. Thereafter, depending on the style of beer or ale you choose, a refill is $9 - $15. Fill a Growler and save $1 off the price; Club members save $2 off any Growler refill!The Colorado Pizza & Sports Grill is located in the back of The Club, 719-556-4181.

EDUCATION CENTER – 719-556-4996For Education Center correspondence, or to schedule ap-

pointments, please email [email protected]. • EDUCATION CENTER OFFICE HOURS are Friday

8 a.m.-12 p.m. and 12 p.m.-3:30 p.m. (by appointment only) Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. The third Thursday of the month 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

• CHANGE TO EDUCATION CENTER HOURS: Education Counselors are available by appointment only every Friday betwen 12-3:30 p.m.

• AF COOL: Suspension of AF COOL funding has been lifted as the program has received additional funding. However in order to stretch funding dollars until the new 1 Dec contract can be established, there are now 3 funding priority levels. Priority 1 = those who are within 90-150 days of their DOS. Priority 2 = those seeking funding for AFSC related preparation materials (books or materials but does not include certification/exam testing). Priority 3 = all other



Come to the Bowling Center on Saturday, December 8, between 3-7 p.m. and enjoy $1 games and $1 shoes … plus, you’ll have a chance to win prizes (holiday gifts for children).

The Grinch will be there, too. You might spot him off in a corner frowning and sulking by himself. Throw him a smile and holiday greetings anyway. It just might melt his heart and

bring a genuine grin to his face. You might even coax him to bowl with you.Bowling Center, 719-556-4607.

POLAR BEAR GOLF SERIESThey shake off the chill and play golf year

round. They’d like you to join them for the 2018 – 2019 Polar Bear Golf Series.

Slip into your thermals, bring your hand warmers and clubs, and play in the Polar Bear Golf Series twice a month.

Tee times are at 10 a.m. on Saturdays: December 8, 29, January 12, 26 and February 9, 23.

Entry fee is $20.Give the Polar Bear Golf Series a try. You’ll be sur-

prised how good your golf game will be when spring arrives.

For more information and to sign up, call the Pro Shop at 719-556-7414.

B-r-r-r-r-rave it out with us!

Real golfers don’t put their clubs away for the winter. ...

GRINCHBowling with the

The Family Child Care Program is recruiting providers for

Expanded Child Care Programs: Extended Duty Care (EDC), Home

Community Care (HCC) and Deployment Child Care (DCC).

If you’re interested and would like more information, please call the Family Child Care office at

719-556-4322.

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funding requests. If you have questions about AF COOL contact the AF COOL office at [email protected], DSN: 749-5115 or commercial 334-649-5115.

• UNIFORMS REQUIRED FOR MILITARY TESTING: The Peterson AFB Education Center Testing location has updated uniform requirements per AFI 36-2605. All examinees MUST be in uniform/uniform of the day for ALL exams given, regardless of the type of exam or active/reserve status. This includes WAPS, PME, DLPT, DLAB, CDC, EOC, AFCT, etc. This is a mandatory requirement. Individuals who are not in uniform will be asked to reschedule. We strive to create a suitable test environment for our Airmen, and we greatly appreciate your contribution to this by following all testing procedures.

• ONLINE TEST SCHEDULING THROUGH YOUR AFVEC ACCOUNT: You can now schedule your PME, HAZMAT, DLPT, DLAB, ECL, ALS Course 3 and SOS exams online. Test dates can be requested via The Air Force Virtual Education Center (AFVEC) under the “Online Tests Requests” tab. Your AFVEC account can be accessed through the Air Force Portal under the “Careers and Training” tab. If you do not have an AFVEC account, please take a moment to create one so that you can utilize this system in the future for your testing and educational needs. If you have questions or encounter issues in the process of scheduling a test, please call 719-556-4996 or email the Peterson Test Center at [email protected].

THE TESTING SCHEDULE IS AS FOLLOWS: • MONDAY: DLPT/DLAB/AFCT @ 8:30 a.m.; PME

@ 1 p.m. • TUESDAY: DLPT/DLAB/AFCT@ 8:30 a.m.; PME

@ 1 p.m. • WEDNESDAY: CDC @ 8:30 a.m.; FAA @ 1 p.m. • THURSDAY: PME @ 8:30 a.m.; PME @ 1 p.m.

• FRIDAY: PME @ 8:30 a.m. • AFOQT TESTING: (4th Thursday of every month).

Submit your request and reason for testing to [email protected]

• FAA TESTING AT THE PETERSON EDUCATION CENTER: Our Education Center is fully certified as a FAA testing site. Testing, how-ever, is now limited to the following exams: Aviation Maintenance Technician Airframe (AMA) Aviation Maintenance Technician General (AMG) Aviation Maintenance Technician Powerplant (AMP) Military Competency Instructor (MCI) Private Pilot Airplane (PAR) Instrument Rating Airplane (IRA). Testing is offered every Wednesday at 1 p.m. If you are interested in testing, send your request to [email protected].

UPCOMING EVENTS: • POST-9/11 GI BILL BRIEFINGS: Learn more

about the Post-9/11 GI Bill. Topics covered include eligibility criteria for the bill, Transfer of Education Benefits (TEB), payment amounts, comparison to the Montgomery GI Bill, and more. (No December class.) 10-11 a.m. January 16. Call 719-556-4996 to sign up.

• TUITION ASSISTANCE (TA) BRIEFING: This briefing is required for all first-time TA users and any personnel who have previously used TA but who have not pursued their education within the last 12 months. This briefing is held at 2 p.m. Tuesdays or at 9 a.m. Fridays.

• TRANSITION GOALS PLANNING SUCCESS (T-GPS): Achieving Higher Education Track: Separating or retiring from the military and thinking about going back to school? This two-day program guides you through the variety of decisions involved such as choosing a degree program and college institution, funding considerations, and the admissions process. (No December class.) January 16 and 17. To sign up, send an email to [email protected] or call 719-556-4996.

• BE WHAT YOU ARE: In this 90-minute session we explore personality type and how it relates to career

choice and career satisfaction. During this session we will take a short personality assessment, explore the results, and investigate resources which will help you discover career fields based on your assessment results. (No December class.) January 16 from 9 -10:30 a.m. To sign up, call 719-556-4996 or send an email to [email protected].

ON-BASE SCHOOLSCOLORADO CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITYRegistration is open now for Spring Classes on-base:

• MAT-110A - MATH CONCEPTS, Starts 2/13/19 and Ends 3/13/19, Wednesdays, 5-9 p.m. Contact en-rollment office at 719-596-9235 for further information.

WEBSTER UNIVERSITY • GET YOUR MASTER’S DEGREE on Peterson

and Schriever AFB and expand your career potential for the future

• REMOTE SENSING CERTIFICATE: This certifi-cate is starting Spring 1, January 7, 2019 The first class will be SPSM 5300: Remote Sensing Analysis Concepts and Geospatial Information System Technology

• PROJECT MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE: This certificate is starting Spring 1, January 7, 2019 The first class will be BUSN 5100 Introduction to Project Management

• OPEN HOUSE: Wednesday December 5, 2018 at the Force Development building 1171 suite 106. Two ses-sions: 1st session 11a.m.-1 p.m.; 2nd session 4 p.m.-7 p.m.All application fees will be waived during that week and for anyone who stop by either for information only, or to apply and enroll will receive a gift (give-a-way).Contact: 719-574-7562 for more information

• SPRING REGISTRATION IS OPEN. To view courses available view the Webster University Peterson schedule website:


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Offering exceptional travel packages and customer service for all DoD ID cardholders to both domestic and

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We’re the ONLY professional, full-service leisure travel office in Colorado specifically dedicated to travel discounts for the military!

TRX ClassTOTAL-BODYRESISTANCEEXERCISES

Build a solid core and improve muscular endurance – a benefit to all fitness levels.

This is a challenging total body work out that leverages gravity and body weight while you perform many different exercises.

Cardiovascular intervals will be incorporated into some class routines to insure participants are performing in their target heart rate zones.

Starting December 4 • Functional Fitness RoomTuesdays: 11 a.m.-12 p.m. $5 per class (Space is limited to 10 participants per class)

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• SPRING 1: Starting in January 2019: http://www.webster.edu/peterson/academics/spring1-2019.html

• SPRING 2: Starting in March 2019: http://www.webster.edu/peterson/academics/spring2-2019.html

PIKES PEAK COMMUNITY COLLEGESpring registration for on-base classes continues. Spring Term 1 classes will meet January 28 to March 24, 2019. Late start classes will meet February 18 to May 5, 2019. Spring Term 2 classes will meet April 1 to May 29, 2019. Classes being offered are:ART 110 – Art Appreciation Term 2COM 115 - Public Speaking Terms 1 and 2ENG 121 - English Composition I Term 1 ENG 122 – English Composition II Term 2MAT 050 – Quantitative Literacy Term 1MAT 055 - Algebraic Literacy Term 2MAT 121 – College Algebra LATE StartPHI 111 – Introduction to Philosophy Term 1POS 105 – Introduction to Political Science Term 1 PSY 101 - General Psychology I Term 2SOC 101 – Introduction to Sociology Term 1For additional information, please call 719-502-4300 or visit [email protected].

FAMILY CHILD CARE RECRUITING NEW PROVIDERSPeterson AFB Family Child Care Program is currently recruiting

new providers for Expanded Child Care Programs (EDC, HCC, DCC). Please call the Family Child Care Coordinator at 719-556-4322 or stop in the Family Child Care office in Building 1465.

• LICENSED AND AFFILIATED PROVIDERS: Certified and licensed in-home care provided to Air Force families living either on or off base. Any eligible family with children ages two weeks to 12 years up to 50 hours per week.

REQUIREMENTS TO BE A FAMILY CHILD CARE PROVIDER:1. Complete an application and return it to the FCC office along

with a copy of your H.S. diploma or equivalent.2. Participate in family interview and reference check.3. Consent to Agency checks by Security Forces, Life skills and

Family Advocacy.4. Complete required orientation training.5. Obtain physical examination.6. Consent to in-home inspections by Fire Department, Public

Health, Safety and FCC Coordinator.7. Obtain $500,000 of liability insurance. • BECOME AN AFFILIATED CHILD CARE PROVIDER

– If you are a retired active duty member or the spouse of an active duty or retired active duty member and if you are cur-rently licensed by the State of Colorado to do child care in your home, you can become an affiliated provider with Peterson AFB.

FITNESS CENTER – 719-556-4462 • AEROBIC-A- THON – 6 a.m.-12 p.m. Friday, December 14.

Bring an unwrapped toy donation for a child. • NO AEROBICS CLASSES DECEMBER 21-31 due to

the holidays. • INTRAMURALS:Basketball Season starts around

December 4. Call the front desk for details, 719-556-4462. • BASKETBALL SEASON - Starting date TBA, 719-556-

4462 #1 • NEW CLASS: T.R.X. - Starting up Tuesday, December 4,

and offered 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Tuesdays, class fee is $5. • JINGLE BELL 5K RUN, 11 a.m. Friday, December 14, bring

a toy donation.

ITT – 719-556-1760 ITT is located in Bldg. 640 along with Outdoor Recreation,

Leisure Travel, Frame Shop & Engraving, and Bike Shop. Call 719-556-1760.

• SKI LIFT TICKETS & SEASON PASSES – We’ve got season passes for Copper Mountain Resort, Loveland Ski Resort and Monarch Mountain – all at discounted prices you’ll LOVE!

• ROYAL GORGE RAILROAD – Take this exciting train ride through the Royal Gorge, and ride alongside the rushing whitewater of the Arkansas River and surrounded by tall granite walls of this famous gorge. Seat fares are $45 for Coach, $54 for Club and $68 for the Vista Dome.

• ROYAL GORGE PARK – Tickets are $23 for adults, $18 for children.

• OVERDRIVE RACEWAY (indoor Kart Racing) - $43 for a 3-race ticket.

• POPULAR ATTRACTIONS – We have discounted tickets to popular attractions along the Front Range, the Denver Nuggets and more. When you want a ticket to a special event, please check with us first.




PETERSON PERK

LUAU

Aquatics CenterBldg. 404

719-556-4608PeteRecreation21FSS 21FSS.COM

Peterson Air Force Base

AQUATICS CENTER

The inflatables will be in the water on these days from 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Normal RatesAquatics Center, Bldg. 404

Play on our

Giant Inflatables

The pool will temporarily close from 12-12:30 p.m. while we put inflatables in and from 2:30-3 p.m. for removal.

Once inflatables are out, open swim will resume as normal.

February 24March 10, 24

April 7, 21May 5, 19

June 2,16, 30July 14, 28

August 11, 25September 8, 22

October 6, 20November 3, 17

December 1, 15, 29

The Aquatics Center will host Santa’s Luau, a holiday themed pool party with snacks and games, from 12-2 p.m. Saturday, December 15. It’s a low key way to enjoy the holiday

spirit. Come on in. The water’s fine!Admission is $3/member,

$5/non-member. Aquatics Center, 719-556-4608.

Santa’s

Visit our Starbucks location at the Medical Clinic lobby - “We Proudly Brew Starbucks” - coffee and espresso shop. Enjoy a full line of coffees, espresso, mochas, lattes, and Frappuccinos – plus assorted pastries and snacks. We serve fresh made soup every day from 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Peterson Perk is open from 6:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Monday – Friday in the clinic.Club members, show your Club card and receive a 50-cent discount on every purchase.



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• DISNEY SALUTE 2018 – Jan. 1 - Dec. 19, 2018 for Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL and Disneyland in CA.

IRON KNIGHT The Iron Knight Protein Bar is located inside the Fitness

Center at the corner of Pumping Iron and Stretchers Alley. It’s open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday - Friday, and serves fresh-made protein smoothies, coffee, energy drinks, top-of-the-line fitness supplements, plus healthy food and snack options. Complement your workout.

LIBRARY – 719-556-7462 • STORYTIME – Storytime is 10 a.m. Saturday,

December 8, and the theme is Gingerbread. STEM Lab is also at 10 a.m. December 8.

• HOLIDAY HOURS – We will be closed for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, Monday and Tuesday, December 24 and 25. We will also be closed for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, Monday and Tuesday, December 31 and January 1.

PIKES PEAK LODGE – 719-556-7851The Pikes Peak Lodging Office, Building 1042, is open

24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our courteous Guest Service Representative is always on duty to assist you.

• Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the Pikes Peak Lodge!

• Have family coming into town for the holidays? Check with us for that extra space! Reserve up to five days with the potential for more time.

PRICES RANGE FROM: • VQs (Distinguished Visitor Suites) - $60/night • TLFs (Family Lodging 1 or 2 bedroom) - $63/night • DVOQs (Officer Distinguished Visitor) - $69/night • OGNs (Officer General) - $75/night

Call Pikes Peak Lodge at 719-556-7851 for availability.

SILVER SPRUCE GOLF COURSE – 719-556-7414

• END-OF-THE-SEASON SALE – Shop our great sale from December 1-22 in the Pro Shop. Enjoy FREE gift wrapping on all purchases, too! This stuff makes great gifts for the golfer in your life.

• POLAR BEAR GOLF SERIES – For the hearty golfer, a winter golf series. Tee times start at 10 a.m. on designated Saturdays, December 8, 29, January 12, 26 and February 9, 23. Entry fee is just $20. Wear your thermals and join us for a good golf and lots of laughs.

• ANNUAL DUES & SPECIALS. Contact the pro shop for information, 719-556-7414.

THE GREENSIDE GRILL & SMOKEHOUSE - 719-556-4463

• WE’RE OPEN 9 A.M.-1 P.M. Mondays – Fridays; closed Saturdays, Sundays and federal holidays. Now

serving breakfast anytime we’re open. Our breakfast items include breakfast tacos with brisket, pulled pork or green chili. Our lunch menu features great smokehouse items (brisket, pork, chicken,) salads, juicy burgers and open-face roast beef or turkey sandwiches.

• GREENSIDE TO GO — Our Greenside To-Go menu is great for those summer nights when you don’t want to cook or for your weekend picnic. By the pound (dry-rub) Brisket, $9.95; Carolina Pulled Pork, $8.95; Smoked Chopped Chicken, $7.95. Call us at 719-556-4463 between 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday – Friday to place your order.

YOUTH CENTER – 719-556-7220 • FAMILY ART NIGHT: COASTER ART, Friday,

December 7. Create your own coasters. Bring a copy of your favorite picture. Each person gets four.

• TEEN HOLIDAY SHOPPING TRIP – 12-6 p.m. Saturday, December 15.

• MOVIE NIGHT – 7-9 p.m. Friday, December 21. • SNOW SHOEING / HIKING AT BEAR CREEK

NATURE CENTER – Wednesday, December 26. • LASER TAG / ROCK CLIMBING –Thursday,

December 27. • SLEDDING – Friday, December 28. • YOUTH BASKETBALL – Basketball registration

runs through December 14. Basketball practice starts the week of January 14. For information about Youth Sports, call 719-556-5242.


Merry Christmas from the Pikes Peak Lodge: Exceeding Expectations one day at a time!

Have family coming into town for the Holidays? Check with us for that extra space! Reserve up to

5 days with the potential for more time…

Prices range from: VQ’s - $60.00TLF’s - $63.00

DVOQ’s - $69.00OGN’s - $75.00

Call 719-556-7851 for Availability!

PIZZA DELIVERY HOURS – 719-574-8863THE COLORADO PIZZA & SPORTS GRILL DELIVERS ITS

GREAT PIZZA and menu items directly to your home or office, on base only. Here are our hours: 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Mondays – Thursdays; 11 a.m.- 8:30 p.m. Fridays; 4-8 p.m. Saturdays. We deliver on-base to your home or office. Call us at 719-574-8863.


Tuning ClinicsSKI / SNOWBOARD


AT MONARCH MOUNTAINWe’re going to Monarch for ski lessons on Wednesday,

December 19. If you’ve never ever been skiing or if you tried it a few times but just weren’t quite getting it, Monarch Mountain’s qualified instructors will help you hone your skills and fall in love with this sport.

This is a RecOn funded trip. The discounted rate is avail-able to Air Force Active Duty or Air Reserve Component personnel and their family members. Other branch members permanently assigned to an Air Force base or part of an Air Force led joint-based scenario also qualify.

Cost: TBD, includes roundtrip transportation, a full day lesson, equipment rental and lift ticket.

Location: Outdoor RecreationMeet time and Return time: TBDFor more information and to sign up, call Outdoor

Recreation at 719-556-4867, Option #1.

Outdoor Recreation offers day ski trips starting Saturday, December 1. We’ll offer day trips every Saturday, and will go to a variety of ski resorts: Arapahoe Basin, Keystone, Monarch, Breckenridge and Copper Mountain.

Cost: $30 for roundtrip transportationAll trips depart at 6 a.m. and return

at 6 p.m.Meeting point: Hobby Lobby, 525 S. 8th

St., Colorado Springs, CO80905Deadline to signup: 24 hours before

Saturday trips.Lift tickets available for purchase at ITT,

Bldg. 640.Save 50% off recreation ski/snow-

board packages.All DoD ID card holders and up to 5 guests

are eligible.

SPECIAL OFFERAny trip going to Monarch is just $80/per-

son (ages 13+) and includes roundtrip trans-portation and a one-day lift ticket.

December 1 – A-BasinDecember 8 – KeystoneDecember 15 – MonarchDecember 22 – BreckenridgeDecember 29 – KeystoneJanuary 5 – MonarchJanuary 12 – BreckenridgeJanuary 19 – Copper MountainJanuary 26 - MonarchTo reserve your seat, call Outdoor

Recreation at 719-556-4867, Option #1. We’re your gateway to winter adventure.

This is Outdoor Recreation’s really popular weekend trip – a ski weekend at Crested Butte. We’re going Friday – Sunday, December 7-9, and we invite you to join us.

Savor one of Colorado’s greatest ski towns and best kept secrets – Crested Butte. With a wide variety of terrain, this trip is great for skiers and riders of all ability levels.After a long day of skiing, relax in the hot tub or hop on the free town shuttle that departs from directly outside of our hotel. Explore the quaint town with its amazing restaurants and fun, small ski town scene.

Cost: $205/person based on double occupancy; $130/person for third and fourth person; maximum four people per room.

Location: Outdoor Recreation, Bldg. 640Meet time: 6:30 a.m.End time: 5 p.m.For more information and to sign up, call Outdoor Recreation at 719-556-4867, Option #1.

Learn the basics of ski and snowboard tuning from our trained ski technicians. They’ll teach all the basics you’ll need in order to keep your gear ready to ride between professional tunes.

This year we are offering ski/snowboard tuning clinics in the morning and in the evening.

Morning Clinics will be offered 8-10 a.m. on these dates:

Tuesday, December 4Tuesday, January 8Tuesday, February 12Evening Clinics will be offered 4-6 p.m. on

these dates:Thursday, December 6Thursday, January 3Thursday, February 14Cost: $45/person; $5 for RecOn eligible par-

ticipant. Includes instruction from professional ski technician, repair supplies during the course.

Sign up: By close of business the day prior to the clinic.

For more information, call 719-556-4867, Option 1.

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Season Ski Passes for LOVELAND, MONARCH & COPPER MOUNTAIN

Season passes for Copper Mountain Resort, Loveland Ski Resort, Monarch Ski Resort are on sale now at ITT. What great prices!

Copper Mountain Season Passes are for Active Duty, National Guard, Foreign Military, Retired Military and Dependents with ID. Prices are $279 for Adult (18 and older), $169 for Child (6-14), and $249 for Teen (13 -17).

Loveland’s season passes are $219 for Adult Active Duty, $139 for Child Dependent (ages 6-14) of Active Duty Military, $299 for Retired Military (no depen-dent discount).

Monarch’s season passes are a cool $199 at ITT. Those eligible to purchase them are active duty, re-tired military, foreign military and their dependents with ID who are ages 13 and older.

Compare the season pass price with the single-day, walk-up pass. At Copper Mountain it’s $279 vs. $158, at Loveland it’s $219 vs. $65, and at Monarch it’s $199 vs. $89. Do yourself a favor: Get the season pass. You’ll save money when you do.

ITT is located in Bldg. 640. Call 719-556-1760 or 719-556-4867, Option #6.

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