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In 1963, Merv Lapin arrived in the Gore Creek Valley and at the fledgling Vail Ski Area. He has been active in Vail community affairs since day one. As the son and grandson of Lithuanian immigrants, Lapin understands the values of hard work, community spirit and the universal language of sport.
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In 1963, Merv Lapin arrived in the Gore Creek Valley and at the fledgling Vail Ski Area. He has been active in Vail community affairs since day one. As the son and grandson of Lithuanian immigrants, Lapin understands the values of hard work, community spirit and the universal language of sport.
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Section 6 of "A Glossary of Vail Valley Names" describes the streets, circles, lanes, trails, and drives throughout the Vail Valley and the history of their names.
What's in a name? The Simontons link the rich heritage of Eagle County pioneers and early development to something we use every day: our streets and roads. This section covers the areas of Vail, Avon, Eagle-Vail, Minturn, and Arrowhead, among others.
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Section 1 of "A Glossary of Vail Valley Names" focuses on Arrowhead, originally known as Arrowhead at Vail. Today, this area includes a golf course, ski resort, and restaurants as well as private homes. Vail Associates purchased the area in 1993.
What's in a name? The Simontons link the rich heritage of Eagle County pioneers to the names of our trails, ski runs, lifts, streets, and restaurants. Arrowhead and Beaver Creek were once home to ranchers,...
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The last section of "A Glossary of Vail Valley Names" pays homage to the other towns and communities scattered throughout the Vail & Eagle River Valleys. Many towns precede Vail's history by as much as a century and provide context to the people, communities, economy, and growth of the area as well as the movement of people and industries.
What's in a name? The Simontons link the rich heritage of Eagle County pioneers to the names of our towns...
