Welcome to Fort Carson and the Mountain Post
READY Company Installation Reception Center
Building 1456, 1456 Iron Fighter Dr.
24/7 Staff Duty - 719-526-6961
All inbound Soldiers, colonel and below, are to report to the Reception Center Staff Duty in accordance with their approved absence request and orders to sign in.
Soldiers are required to have 5 copies of their orders, 5 copies of their absence requests, dental and medical records (if given to you by your losing command) and copies of profiles (P3 and above) at sign in.
If reporting during duty hours, Soldiers must be in uniform. Soldiers are authorized to report in civilian clothes after 3 p.m. and on weekends; however, you must be clean shaven and in accordance with AR 670-1.
In-processing
Soldiers will complete the 4+1 in-processing schedule prior to departing READY Company. Soldier start dates (Day 1) will vary based on installation gains.
Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) Soldiers
Soldiers arriving directly from MEPS will complete additional requirements with the READY Company HR section prior to starting the 4+1 in-processing schedule. Requirements include component onboarding, unit assignment, military pay, uniforms, etc. Soldiers are to expect to remain at READY Company until all requirements are met.
Required documents
When you report to the Ivy Replacement Center, you must have the following documentation with you:
- 5 copies of all assignment orders and amendments
- 5 copies of approved absence request
- Copies of profiles (P3 and above only)
- Medical record (if given to you by losing command)
- Dental record (if given to you by losing command)
*The Ivy Replacement Center can assist with making copies if needed, by exception.
Transportation
A Fort Carson shuttle is available from the Colorado Springs Airport to READY Company for new arrivals and their Family members 24/7 by calling staff duty at 719-526-6961. Soldiers are authorized to use local transportation, such as ride shares or taxis, and will be reimbursed; receipts are not required for expenses under $75. Soldiers arriving to the Denver International Airport who need directions or assistance en route should call staff duty.
Lodging
Unaccompanied (sergeant and below) - Lodging provided at barracks building 1367.
Accompanied Soldiers, staff sergeant and above - Please make your own lodging arrangements. If you have additional questions about housing options, please contact the Housing Services Office at 719-725-8096 or 719-238-6458.
Relocation Readiness
Army Community Service Newcomers Assistance
Fort Carson Army Emergency Relief - 719-526-4783