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Cougar Tales
Members of the 140th Wing,
This is your one-stop resource for upcoming events, drill information, important reminders, resources and more. We encourage you and your family to check this page frequently to stay updated and take advantage of the opportunities available to you.
The use of a name of any specific manufacturer, commercial product, media outlet, hyperlink or any other information in this communication does not constitute or imply endorsement by the Colorado Air National Guard of this information and/or the products or services contained therein.
For questions or if you have anything to include, please contact Capt. Kinder Blacke, 140th Wing Public Affairs, kinder.blacke@ang.af.mil.
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JUNE UTA SCHEDULE
Saturday, 1 June 2013
0900-1400 - Medical Group open for Customer Service, Building 600
1030-1300 - Lunch, Bldg 706, Dining Facility
1130 - Chapel Service, Bldg 706, Dining Facility
1300 - CDC Testing, Bldg 801, Testing Classroom
1400-1600 - Retirement Briefing, Bldg 801, Rm 234
1600 - Retreat Ceremony
Sunday, 2 June 2013
0630 - Chiefs' Council Meeting, Bldg 706, Conference Room
0800 - Newcomers' Orientation, Bldg 706, Dining Facility, Room 3
1030-1300 - Lunch, Bldg 706, Dining Facility
1600 - Retreat Ceremony
2012-2013 UTA Schedule |
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Helping Agency Information for DoD Civilians Impacted by Reductions and Restructuring
Guard2Guard
Guard2Guard was created to serve as a focal point for uniformed service members and their families to find goods or services offered by other uniformed families. From simple things such as a getting the brakes on your vehicle changed to the complex, such as interior design of rental property, remodeling, or having T-shirts made for a unit function... the only limitations of Guard2Guard are the Goods and Services guardsmen post on this site. Find what you need, make a deal, and help another guardsmen out in the process! Start Here!
Project Sanctuary
Project Sanctuary is a nonprofit organization for servicemembers & families who have recently returned from deployment and are in the reintegration process. They provide free family retreats to Snow Mass Mountain in Granby, Colorado every month. Activities range from snowmobiling, skiing, snowboarding, sleigh-rides and campfires.
See their website to sign up!
DISCOUNTS!
Check out this site to see the latest discounts offered to Military members! |
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Scholarship information from the Buckley Education and Training Office
More info: 720-847-6675
Lt Col Romeo and Josephine Bass Ferretti Scholarship
Please visit our website at http://www.afa.org/aef/aid/Ferretti.asp for more information and for an application. This scholarship is made possible by a bequest from the estate of Lt Col Romeo and Josephine Bass Ferretti and was established for minor dependents of Air Force active duty, reserve or Air National Guard enlisted airmen pursuing an undergraduate degree in the area of science, technology, engineering or math.
Spouse Scholarships
Please view our website at http://www.afa.org/aef/aid/spouse.asp for more information and for an application. The Air Force Spouse Scholarship program is designed to encourage Air Force Spouses worldwide to pursue an associate/bachelor or graduate/postgraduate degree.
Capt Jodi Callahan Memorial Scholarship
Please view our website at http://www.afa.org/aef/aid/callahan.asp for more information and for an application. The Jodi Callahan Memorial Scholarship provides financial assistance and recognition to an active duty Air Force, full time Guard or Reserve person who is pursuing a Master's degree in a non technical field.
Grantham University Scholarship
Please view our website at http://www.afa.org/aboutus/memben/grantham.asp for more information and for an application. The AFA/Grantham University Online Degree Scholarship is designed to encourage active duty dependents to continue their education. |
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B17 Fly-In and COANG 90th Anniversary
What: Celebrate the COANG's 90th anniversary and check out the B-17 "Flying Fortress" Aluminum Overcast. The event will include special activities, static displays, and fun for all ages.
When: June 5-9, 2013
Where: Centennial Airport
More info
Military Appreciation Day at the Rockies
What: Free tickets for Military and Veterans!
When: Saturday, June 8 at 5:15 pm
Where: Coors Field, Denver, CO
POC: Cory Little, 303-312-2426 or Jeff Carhart, 303-312-2239
Hangar Dance at Centennial Airport
What: Enhance your B17 experience by stepping back in time at the WWII-era Hangar Dance. Guests will dance the night away to the swinging sounds of the 1940s.
When: Saturday, June 8, from 7:00 - 11:00 pm
Where: Centennial Airport
Armed Forces Recognition Luncheon
What: An annual luncheon recognizing several local armed forces members, featuring Gen. Craig R. McKinley, President of the Air Force Association, as the guest speaker.
When: June 14 from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Where: Renaissance Denver Hotel
POC: Mr. George Peck, george.peck@aurorachamber.org, 303-344-1500
140th Wing Running Club
What: Monthly Run
When: Thursday, June 27 at 3:30 pm
Where: Buckley Fitness Center Parking Lot
Notes: Bring your own water and ID card bc we will be running off base
To be added to the club mailing list, email kinder.blacke@ang.af.mil
Buckley Community Events Calendar
Buckley Services Events Calendar |
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Interested in taking FREE classes? Check out Universal Class! With a growing catalog of over 540 courses, Universal Class is committed to providing only the most affordable and highest quality online training. The courses are free and a registration code can be obtained by contacting the Education and Training Section at (720) 847-6675 or by email education@buckley.af.mil.
Rocky Mountain Adventure Camp
Register your high schooler for adventure camp- only $25 for military teens, 14-18 yrs old.
POC: Shauna Vail Woods, Operation: Military Kids
303-271-6646, shauna.woods@colostate.edu
Camper Packet
FREE CAMP FOR MILITARY CHILDREN
Camp Corral is an amazing week of non-stop fun and excitement in the great outdoors for the children of our American military heroes. Camp Corral is a wonderful chance for kids to share amazing adventures through boating, swimming, hiking, archery and doing just about everything you can do enjoying fresh air and nature. Camp Corral kids tell us they have made friendships and memories that will last a lifetime!
Click here to visit the A&FRP website |
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Want to share news of a recent accomplishment, deployment, or other noteworthy event with friends and family in your hometown? Submit a DD Form 2266 and photo (if you'd like) to the 140th Wing Public Affairs Office to have an article submitted to your hometown news agencies.
DD Form 2266 - Fill this out to the best of your ability and send it to 140WG.PA@ang.af.mil, or drop it by our office in Bldg 801. For more information, call us at (720) 847-6164/9435.
For more information about the Hometown News Release Program, Click Here. |
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Upcoming Drill Schedule 
