Congratulations on your assignment to Fort Carson and the 4th Infantry Division. We are the “Family First” Division! I am sure you will find your assignment to be challenging yet professionally and personally rewarding. I would like to extend to you and your Family a hearty Colorado welcome.  

The Division’s mission is “To train, deploy and sustain brigade units of action; on order, conduct decisive full-spectrum combat operations in order to accomplish Combatant Commander Objectives.”  Again, congratulations on your assignment to Fort Carson – “Best Hometown in the Army – Home of America’s Best.” In addition to the welcome letter, you should have received “The Fort Carson Frequently Asked Questions” from your Unit Sponsorship Coordinator. I hope this document is useful as you plan your move to Colorado. The Sponsorship Coordinator will assign you a sponsor of your equivalent rank from the unit you are assigned to in the near future.    //Original Signed//DAVID G. PERKINSMajor General, US ArmyCommanding General

Inprocessing All incoming personnel should report to the United States Army Replacement Detachment and Fort Carson Welcome and Farewell Center, Bldg. 1218, located on the corner of Wetzel Avenue and Ellis Street. It is not necessary to report in uniform. The detachment operates 24 hours a day. You will receive an inprocessing appointment after signing in. Allow two to four days to in process, depending on rank. Be sure to have your dental, medical, finance, and personnel records, orders and a DA 31 (leave form). If your finance records are in order, you will normally be paid your travel time entitlements within five days of your first day of inprocessing. DA CIVILIANS Department of the Army civilians should report to Bldg. 1550, Specker Avenue, at 7:30 a.m. on the first day of their employment at Fort Carson.

SponsorshipTo request a sponsor prior to your arrival at Fort Carson, e-mail your request using the e-mail address provided on your Unit Sponsorship page from the “REQUEST SPONSOR” fly-out menu located on the left of this web site (The Fort Carson Visitors & Newcomers web site.)The Unit Sponsorship Program Manager will receive & respond to your request.For more information about the Sponsorship Program go to the Army Community Services (ACS) web site or call us at 719-526-4590 or toll free at 1-866-804-8763.

4ID Commanding General’s Sponsorship Policy

Reporting All incoming military personnel, LTC and below, must report to the U.S. Army Replacement Detachment Center. The Center is located in Bldg. 1013.Replacement Detachment 1-800-279-1151 or (719) 339-7077 or (719) 526-6961It is not necessary to report in uniform. You will receive an in-processing appointment after signing in.Hours of Operation:Monday-Thursday: 7:30 a.m. – 3p.m.Friday: 8:30a.m. – 3p.m.Saturday & Sunday: ClosedFederal Holidays: ClosedTraining Holidays: 7:30 a.m. – 3p.m.Incoming Department of Army Civilians should report to the Civilian Personnel Advisory Center (CPAC) located in Bldg. 1550 at 7:30 a.m., on the first day of their employment at Fort Carson.

Temporary Quarters If you are a Staff Sergeant or below, unaccompanied by your family, you will receive temporary billeting at the Replacement Detachment. The Colorado Inn, the post’s temporary lodging facility, is operated on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations may be made up to 60 days in advance. TDY personnel and PCS families will be housed on a priority basis. The Colorado Inn has also contracted with several local, name-brand hotels to provide rooms for overflow personnel. These hotel contracts provide for lower than normal rates for military personnel and families.

Relocation Assistance The Army Community Services (ACS) Family Connection Center is located in Building 1354. The Family Connection offers the following relocation services and activities to assist transitioning families to the Mountain Post: the ACS Loan Closet; the Toy and Book Exchange for families staying in temporary lodging; weekly Carson Cares Spouse Orientation; multiple Internet stations dedicated for use by transitioning families; Welcome Packets, including maps and information on post and community programs/services; community networking opportunities; SHARE Colorado registration; a monthly Homebuyer’s Workshop; Cultural Support Groups; and a host of other important activities and services. Make The Family Connection one of your first stops and let us get you connected–we have a free gift for incoming spouses and a play area for children. The Family Connection is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call us for directions or for more information at 719-526-1070 or visit ACS-Relocation Readiness.

Household Goods Contact the Joint Personal Property Shipping Office (JPPSO) as soon as possible. They will coordinate delivery of your household goods, unaccompanied and hold baggage. Hours are Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. 719.554.9291 (In-bound) 719.526.3755 (Out-bound) 800.771.1819 (Customer Service) or visit www.jppso-cos.af.mil.

Welcome Packet A comprehensive packet of resources you will need and want! Packets are cd based and arrive promptly. Hardcopy packets are also available. Request a Welcome Packet

Critical Installation Information You may not talk on hand-held cell phones while you are driving on the installation.

Base Transportation Currently, there is no shuttle bus operating on Fort Carson. The Colorado Springs Transit System does operate on post.

Entering Fort Carson Fort Carson is not an open post. If you are entering in your privately-owned vehicle which has not been registered, you must enter through the Main Gate (Gate 1). All incoming soldiers and civilian personnel are required to permanently register their vehicles, including motorcycles. To enter Fort Carson, you must have a valid driver’s license, vehicle registration, proof of insurance and valid photographic identification. To permanently register your vehicle, you will also have to have to pass a Colorado emissions inspection, For more information on vehicle registration, during normal duty hours (0830 -1630 M-F) please call 524-1896. After duty hours, please call the MP desk at 526-2333. Please contact your unit or vehicle registration prior to arrival as policies are subject to change.

Rules of the Road All Colorado state statutes apply to driving on Fort Carson. Additional federal regulations apply, such as mandatory helmets and reflective vests for personnel operating motorcycles on and off post. Military traffic violators are subject to the Uniform Code of Military Justice, or the Magistrates Court depending on the offense. All civilian traffic violators are subject to the U.S. Magistrates Court.

Colorado Motor Vehicle Registration Fort Carson requires soldiers and civilians to register their vehicles on post at the Main Gate (Gate 1), Building 6012 ( M-F 0830-1630 hrs). However, military personnel are exempt from the requirement to have Colorado license plates within 30 days of arrival if they have valid plates from their home of record state. To obtain Colorado plates, you must have verification of your vehicles’ identification number, the title or current registration, and proof of a current Colorado emissions test. Take these items and the vehicle to the Motor Vehicle Department, 200 South Cascade in Centennial Hall, Chapel Hills Mall behind JC Penney. The phone number for the El Paso County Motor Vehicle Department is (719) 520-6240.

Directions

Traveling to Fort CarsonFort Carson is located on the front range of the Rocky Mountains and is 60 miles South of Denver on Interstate 25 at Exit #135. The post is nestled in the extreme Southwest corner of Colorado Springs, beneath and in the shade of Cheyenne Mountain. You can also enter the post from State Highway 115 (Nevada Avenue).

Air Transportation Colorado Springs Airport is currently served by 8 airline carriers and is located about 10 miles from Fort Carson. The Armed Forces YMCA Booth, located near baggage claim area #4, is available for assistance. Military transportation is available 24 hours a day by calling 1-800-279-1151Commercial Bus Transportation The Greyhound bus terminal is located at 120 S. Weber Street. For fare information, call the Greyhound terminal at 719-635-1505.

Taxi Service Civilian taxi service is available from a variety of local companies. Fare for trips from Fort Carson to downtown Colorado springs is approximately $10; to the airport is approximately $15.

Base Access In August 2002, Fort Carson became a ‘closed’ post. In order to gain access to the post, all new arrivals should report to Gate #1 on Highway 115 for a vehicle pass or to register your vehicle on post. Your current driver’s license, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration information/papers will be needed.

Directions From Colorado Springs Airport

The Colorado Springs Airport is located North and East of Fort Carson

Follow the Airport road exit which turns into Drennan Road and follow it heading West until you reach Academy Blvd. Turn left

Academy Blvd will curve back to the right and the front range (mountains) will be directly in front of you

Pass the exit for Fort Carson Gate #4 at B-Street. Continue West towards the front range

Take the State Highway 115 exit South towards Canon City

Pass the Fort Carson Gate #2 exit. After approximately two miles, Fort Carson Gate #1 will be on the left

Follow the brown signs to the In-processing/Welcome Center (open 24/7) or Colorado Inn (billeting)

Driving Directions From Denver

Take I-25 South to Colorado Springs

Take the South Academy Blvd exit at Exit #135

Keep right at the fork in the ramp. Merge onto south Academy Blvd heading West

The Front range (mountains) will be directly in front of you

Pass the exit for Fort Carson Gate #4 at B-Street.

Continue West towards the front range

Take the State Highway 115 exit South towards Canon City

Pass the Fort Carson Gate #2 exit. After approximately two miles, Fort Carson Gate #1 will be on your left

Follow the brown signs to the In-processing/Welcome Center (open 24/7) or Colorado Inn (billeting)

Driving Directions From Pueblo

Take I-25 North to Colorado Springs

Take the South Academy Blvd exit at Exit #13

The Front range (mountains) will be directly in front of you

Pass the exit for Fort Carson Gate #4 at B-Street. Continue West towards the front range

Take the State Highway 115 exit South towards Canon City

Pass the Fort Carson Gate #2 exit. After approximately two miles, Fort Carson Gate #1 will be on the left

Follow the brown signs to the In-processing/Welcome Center (open 24/7) or Colorado Inn (billeting)

Turn left onto South Academy Blvd heading West

Installation Contacts

Adult Education Centers Fort Carson Education Center 1625 Ellis, Building 1117Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-2124Phone (DSN) 312-691-2124Fax 719-526-8071Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.Sat & Sun – closedHolidays – closed

Automotive ServicesCommunity Craft Center1510 Chiles Avenue Building 2427Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-2147Fax 719-524-5852

Barracks/Single Service Member Housing Barracks 4951 Ellis AvenueBuilding 1218Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-2424

Beauty/Barber ShopsExchange Mall 6110 MartinezBuilding 1510Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-576-6451Fax 719-576-4955Office hoursMon – Fri 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.Beauty/Barber Shops:Mon – Sat 10 a.m. – 6p.m.Sun 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Beneficiary Counseling Assistance Coordinators TriCare Beneficiary Counseling & Assistance Coordinator (BCAC)7500 TitusBuilding 7500Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-7256 / 719-526-7532Fax 719-526-7611

ChapelsInstallation Chaplain6151 Specker AvenueBuilding 1350, Suite 2150Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-5279Phone (DSN) 312-691-5279Fax 719-526-2944Sunday: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Holiday – Closed unless on a Sunday

Child Development CentersFort Carson Youth Center5950 Ware StreetBuilding 1518 on Prussman RoadFort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-1101Phone (DSN) 312-691-2680Fax 719-526-1231Mon – Fri 6a.m. – 8 p.m.Sat and Sun – closed

Child & Youth Registration/ ReferralFort Carson Child & Youth Services Registration & Information5950 Ware StreetBuilding 1518 Prussman RdFort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-2680 / 719-526-1101Phone (DSN) 312-691-2680Fax 719-526-1231School Year:Mon – Fri 6 a.m. – 8 a.m.Mon – Tues 3 p.m. – 8 p.m.Fri 3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Sat 1 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Citizenship & Immigration Services6303 Wetzel AvenueBuilding 1526Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-4590Appointments: 719-526-5807Phone (DSN) 312-691-4590Fax 719-526-2637Fax (DSN) 312-691-2637Appointments scheduled Mon, Wed & Fri

Civilian Personnel Advisory Center6150 Specker AvenueBldg 1550, Room 2080Fort Carson, 80913-5118Phone 719-526-8341Phone (DSN) 312-691-8341Fax 719-526-2962Fax (DSN) 312-691-2962Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.Sat and Sun – closed

Commissary/ShoppetteCommissary3651 Wetzel AvenueBuilding 1525Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-524-9800Phone (DSN) 312-691-9800Mon – Sat 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.Sun 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Dental ClinicsEvans Community Hospital7500 Titus BoulevardFort Carson, CO 80911Hospital Operator: 719-526-7000ER: 719-526-7111 / Dental: 719-526-3330Phone (DSN) 312-691-7000Fax 719-526-0608Hospital: 24 hours/dayDental:Mon – Fri 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Emergency Relief ServicesArmy Community Service – 6303 Wetzel AvenueBuilding 1526Fort Carson, CO 80913-4104Phone 719-526-4783/4590Phone (DSN) 312-691-4783/4590Fax 719-526-2637Fax (DSN) 312-691-2637Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Wed 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.Sat and Sun – closedHolidays – closed

Exceptional Family Member (EFMP) Program/Special Needs6303 Wetzel AvenueBuilding 1526Fort Carson, CO 80913-4104Phone 719-526-4590Phone (DSN) 312-691-4590Fax 719-526-2637Fax (DSN) 312-691-2637Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.Wed 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.Sat and Sun – closedHolidays – closed

Exchange(s)Exchange Mall6110 MartinezBuilding 1510Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-576-6451Fax 719-576-4955Office hoursMon – Fri 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.Beauty/Barber Shops:Mon – Sat 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Sun 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Financial InstitutionsArmed Forces Bank, N.A.Fort Carson – Main BranchBuilding 1512P. O. Box 13007Fort Carson, CO 80913-0007Phone 719-576-6601 / 719-540-8418Fax 719-576-8294

Family Advocacy ProgramArmy Community Service6303 Wetzel AvenueBuilding 1526Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-4590 / After Hours Pager: 719-577-3171Phone (DSN) 312-691-4590Fax 719-526-2637Fax (DSN) 312-691-2637Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Wed 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Sat and Sun – closedHolidays – closed

Family CenterArmy Community Service6303 Wetzel AvenueBuilding 1526Fort Carson, CO 80913

AFZC-ACBldg. 1526Fort Carson, CO 80913

Phone 719-526-4590Phone (DSN) 312-691-4590Fax 719-526-2637Fax (DSN) 312-691-2637Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Wed 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Sat and Sun – closedHolidays – closed

Family Child Care/Child Development HomesFamily Child Care Homes5950 Ware StreetBuilding 5510Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-3338Phone (DSN) 312-691-3338Fax 719-526-1231Fax (DSN) 312-691-1231Mon – Fri 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Sat and Sun – closedHolidays – closed

Finance Office1220 EvansBuilding 1220Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-1052Fax 312-691-9233Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Sat and Sun – closedHolidays – closed

Financial InstitutionsSecurity Service Federal Credit Union1513 Wetzel AvenueBuilding 1513Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-576-6401Mon – Fri 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Walk up Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Sat and Sun – closedHolidays – closed

Golf CoursesCheyenne Shadows Golf Club7800 Titus BoulevardFort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-4122 / Pro Shop: 719-526-4102Mon – Sun 7:00 a.m. – DuskWeekends & Holidays 6:30 a.m. – Dusk

Hospital/Medical Treatment Facility(s)Evans Army Community Hospital7500 Titus BoulevardFort Carson, CO 80911Phone Hospital Operator: 719-526-7000 / Emergency Room: 719-526-7111 / Dental: 719-526-3330Phone (DSN) 312-691-7000Fax 719-526-0608Hospital:24 hours/dayDental:Mon – Fri 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Household Goods/Transportation Office (inbound)JPPSO-Colorado Springs121 South Tejon Ste 800Colorado Springs, CO 80903Phone 719-554-9291 / 24/7 IVR Toll Free- 800-771-1819Phone (DSN) 312-692-9291Mon – Thu 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Fri 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Sat and Sun – closedHolidays – closed

Household Goods/Transportation Office (outbound)Building 1221Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-3755Phone (DSN) 312-691-3755Mon – Thu 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Fri 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Sat and Sun – closedHolidays – closed

Housing Fort Carson Housing Referral Office7301 Woodfill RoadBuilding 7301Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-2322Phone (DSN) 312-691-2322Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Sat and Sun – closedHolidays – closed

Housing Referral Office/Housing PrivatizationBalfour Beatty Communities7301 Woodfill RoadSuite 103Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-579-1606Mon – Fri 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Sat and Sun – closedHolidays – closed

ID/CAC Card Processing1042 O’ConnellFort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-524-3704Phone (DSN) 312-691-8423/3591Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Closed 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. for lunchSat and Sun – closedHolidays – closed

Information and Referral ServicesArmy Community Service – Information & Referral Program6303 Wetzel AvenueBuilding 1526Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-4590Phone (DSN) 312-691-4590Fax 719-526-2637Fax (DSN) 312-691-2637Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Wed 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Sat and Sun – closedHolidays – closed

Housing Legal Services/JAGStaff Judge Advocate/Legal Services6285 Woodfill RoadBuilding 6285Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone Legal Assistance: 719-526-5572 / Office Manager: 719-526-5361 / Claims: 719-526-1355Phone (DSN) 312-691-5572Mon – Fri 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Closed for Lunch 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Sat and Sun – closedHolidays – closed

LibraryGrant Library1637 Flint Street, Building 1528Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-2350Mon – Thu 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.Fri – Sun 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Holidays – closed

Loan ClosetArmy Community Service – Loan Closet6070 Barkeley AvenueBuilding 1354Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-8591 / 719-526-1070Phone (DSN) 312-691-1070Fax 719-524-4886Fax (DSN) 312-691-4886Mon – Fri 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Sat and Sun – ClosedHolidays – Closed

FMWR (Family Morale Welfare and Recreation) Office1675 Ellis AvenueBuilding 1217, Specker & EllisFort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-6452Phone (DSN) 312-691-6452Fax 719-526-4691Fax (DSN) 312-691-4691Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Sat and Sun – closedHolidays – closed

Military Clothing Sales1510 Fort CarsonFort Carson, CO 80913-5099Phone 719-526-8715 / 719-576-2586Phone (DSN) 312-691-8715

New Parent Support ProgramArmy Community Service6303 Wetzel AvenueBuilding 1526Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-4590 / After Hours Pager: 719-577-3171Phone (DSN) 312-691-4590Fax 719-526-2637Fax (DSN) 312-691-2637Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Wed 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Sat and Sun – closedHolidays – closed

Non-appropriated Funds (NAF) Human ResourcesNAF Human Resources OfficerBuilding 1217Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-3228Phone (DSN) 312-526-3228Fax 719-526-5316Fax (DSN) 312-691-5316Mon – Fri 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Sat and Sun – closedHolidays – closed

Personal Financial Management ServicesThe Financial Readiness Program6303 Wetzel AvenueBuilding 1526Fort Carson, CO 80913-4104Phone 719-526-4590Phone (DSN) 312-691-4590Fax 719-526-2637Fax (DSN) 312-691-2637Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Wed 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Sat and Sun – closedHolidays – closed

Personnel Support OfficeCivilian Personnel Advisory Center6150 Specker AvenueBldg 1550, Room 2080Fort Carson, 80913-5118Phone 719-526-8341Phone (DSN) 312-691-8341Fax 719-526-2962Fax (DSN) 312-691-2962Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.Sat and Sun – closed

Personnel Support Office1118 Ellis AvenueFort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-5477Map

Relocation Assistance ProgramArmy Community Service 6303 Wetzel AvenueBuilding 1526Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-4590Phone (DSN) 312-691-4590Fax 719-526-2637Fax (DSN) 312-691-2637Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Wed 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Sat and Sun – closedHolidays – closed

Restaurants/Fast FoodExchange Mall – Restaurant6110 MartinezBuilding 1510Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-576-6174 (General Manager) / 719-576-6543 (Human Resources Office) / 719-576-2672 (Services/Vending/Concession)Fax 719-576-6098Human Resources Office:Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.mSat and Sun – closed

Retirement Services1853 O’ConnellFort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-2840Phone (DSN) 312-691-2840Mon – Fri 7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Sart and Sun – ClosedHolidays – closed

Retirement ServicesVA Facility1625 North Long StreetFort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-1818 / 1-800-827-1000 (24 hours)Phone (DSN) 312-691-1818 Fax 719-526-0354Fax (DSN) 312-691-035424 hour availability

School Age CareFort Carson Youth Center

5950 Ware StreetBuilding 1518 on Prussman RoadFort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-1101Phone (DSN) 312-691-2680Fax 719-526-1231Mon – Thu 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.Fri 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Sat 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Sun – ClosedHolidays – Closed

School Liaison Office/Community Schools1675 Ellis StreetFort Carson, CO 80913Phone School Liaison Services: 719-526-1101 / SKIESUnlimited: 719-524-2896Phone (DSN) 312-691-1101Fax 719-524-0194Fax (DSN) 312-691-0194Mon – Thu 8:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m.Fri 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Sat 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Sun – ClosedHolidays – Closed

Spouse Education, Training & CareersArmy Community Service – Family Employment Readiness Program6303 Wetzel AvenueBuilding 1526Fort Carson, CO 80913-4104Phone 719-526-0452Phone (DSN) 312-691-0452Fax 719-526-2637Fax (DSN) 312-691-2637Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Wed 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Sat and Sun – closedHolidays – closed

Temporary Lodging/BilletingThe Colorado Inn7301 Woodfill RoadBuilding 7301Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-4832Phone (DSN) 312-691-4832Mon – Sun 6:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Transition Assistance ProgramVA Facility1625 North Long StreetFort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-1818 / 1-800-827-1000 (24 hours)Phone (DSN) 312-691-1818Fax 719-526-0354Fax (DSN) 312-691-035424 hour availability

Travel OfficeScheduled Airline Ticket Office-Personal Travel1012 Long DriveBuilding 1012-140Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-576-5188 (official)Mon – Fri 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Sat and Sun – ClosedHolidays – Closed

Veterinary Services1535 Sheridan Ave.Bldg 6190Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-3803Phone (DSN) 312-691-3803Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.Sat and Sun – ClosedHolidays – Closed

Victim Advocate ServicesArmy Community Service – Victim Advocate Program6303 Wetzel AvenueBuilding 1526Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-4590Phone (DSN) 312-691-4590Fax 719-526-2637Fax (DSN) 312-691-2637Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Wed 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Sat and Sun – closedHolidays – closed

Welcome/Visitors CenterFort Carson Welcome & Farewell Center4951 EllisBuilding 1218Room 136Fort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-9732/9889/4454 / 1-800-279-1151Phone (DSN) 312-691-2424Mon – Thurs 7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Fri 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Sat – Sun – closedTraining/Federal Holidays – closedIn & Out Processing Hours:Mon – Thu 7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Closed for Lunch 11:15 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Fri 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Closed for Lunch 11:15 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Sat & Sun – ClosedHolidays – Closed

Women Infants Children (WIC & WIC-O)The Financial Readiness Program6303 Wetzel AvenueBuilding 1526Fort Carson, CO 80913-4104Phone 719-526-4590Phone (DSN) 312-691-4590Fax 719-526-2637Fax (DSN) 312-691-2637Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Wed 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Sat and Sun – closedHolidays – closed

Youth Programs/CentersFort Carson Youth Center 5950 Ware StreetBuilding 1518 on Prussman RoadFort Carson, CO 80913Phone 719-526-1101Phone (DSN) 312-691-2680Fax 719-526-1231Mon – Fri 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.Sat and Sun – closed

 

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