Skis and skiing -- Colorado -- Steamboat Springs -- History.
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In this interview Albert Hitchens describes the 1884 origins of the Hitchens family ranch and life as part of a ranching family. The Hitchens are the longest continuous ranching family in Routt County. The family operated the post office in Pool, Colorado and later in Milner, Colorado.
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In this interview with Bill McKelvie, Troy Keller and Kent Fletcher, Roger Butler describes his experiences growing up in Routt County and the time he spent in the United States Army during World War II. He mentions how he went AWOL numerous times without getting caught and his participation in the campaign in Italy during World War II. Roger also talks about some of his hunting and fishing experiences in Routt County.
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In this interview with Tommy Sharp and Bill McKelvie, John Fetcher talks about his experiences as an Elk River Valley cattle rancher and describes his part in the establishment of the Steamboat ski area.
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Rusty Nay is interviewed by Lara Johnson and Bill McKelvie about his life growing up in Steamboat Springs.
5) Si Lockhart
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Simon "Si" Lockhart describes life as a Pioneer child moving West, as well as his adventures growing up farming, making his first pair of skis, riding broncos and ranching in Colorado.
