A wounded World War II veteran, Pete Seibert came back dreaming of creating a ski resort in the Colorado Rockies. In 40 years he developed Vail from quiet ranchland to a spectacularly successful recreational complex that draws people from all over the world.
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Memories of Vail,
By m. faller (Coeur d'Alene, ID USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Vail, (Colorado): Triumph of a Dream (Hardcover)
This is a must read book for any Vail skier. I am the son of one of Vail's pioneers (Sigi Faller) and enjoyed many wonderful days on the Mountain in the "Glory Years". The book provides a perspective of Amercian history (Camp Hale and WWII) and relates a romantic business success story, especially for those who are independent, entrepreneural and have a love of the outdoors. It's a fascinating account of finding recreational "gold" in the Colorado Rockies. An excellent collection of photos is included.
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If you're a ski fanatic - you'll love this book,
By Alan B. Crocker (Ashburnham, Massachusetts USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Vail, (Colorado): Triumph of a Dream (Hardcover)
This book captures the spirit of Peter Seibert and Earl Eaton and the early days of their lives and their dream to build Vail and Beaver Creek. The trimuphs are great. Hiking Vail for the first time with skins on the skis and seeing the bowls, what a trip! Getting fired from his dream and then getting asked back during the '89 World Championships - wow!! - what a roller coaster of emotions. If you love great stories and you know the Vail Valley and the ski industry - this book is a must read!!
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Great Skier/Traveler Gift...,
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Just returned from a recent ski trip to Vail, where we've been several times.
Simply a beautiful book rendering a splendid tribute to this magnificent resort! Interesting, compelling, historical story. Very entertaining...
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Forest Service, Earl Eaton, Bob Parker, Vail Mountain, New England, Back Bowls, Blue Sky Basin, George Gillett, New Hampshire, Gore Range, Harry Bass, New York, Sun Valley, Vail Pass, Vail Resorts, Winter Olympics, Aspen Ski School, Bridge Street, Rod Slifer, June Simonton, Loveland Basin, Steve Knowlton, Eddie Box, Morrie Shepard, Whip Jones New!
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Forest Service, Earl Eaton, Bob Parker, Vail Mountain, New England, Back Bowls, Blue Sky Basin, George Gillett, New Hampshire, Gore Range, Harry Bass, New York, Sun Valley, Vail Pass, Vail Resorts, Winter Olympics, Aspen Ski School, Bridge Street, Rod Slifer, June Simonton, Loveland Basin, Steve Knowlton, Eddie Box, Morrie Shepard, Whip Jones New!
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