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The man who went down AI’s weirdest rabbit hole
Agrivoltaics Now Farming and solar power are competing for land. Can agrivoltaics solve the problem? Euronews - By Ansley Evans, Lottie Watters and Stefania D'Ignoti • Now Agrivoltaics could help to prevent farmland abandonment by protecting crops and boosting income.
Veteran Voices: Al Zepeda keeps his head on a swivel
Editor’s note: The Vail Veterans Program and the Vail Daily will highlight the service of an Eagle County veteran each month in Veteran Voices. “My wife hates watching ‘Top Gun’ with me,” chuckles Avon Police Officer Al Zepeda. “All through the movie, I’ll be like, ‘That’s not true, that could never happen. He’s not even sitting in the right seat to fly the plane.
Veteran Voices: Anne Scott’s reroute to service as a Marine pilot
Editor’s note: The Vail Veterans Program and the Vail Daily will highlight the service of an Eagle County veteran each month in Veteran Voices. On a crystal clear morning on Sept. 11, 2001, the entire world was turned upside down as utilizing commercial airliners in New York City and Washington D.C., killing almost 3,000 people. The attacks generated a tsunami of uncertainty and anxiety, but for one college freshman, 9/11 cemented a decision to step up and help in defending her country.
Veteran Voices: Justin Liffick’s pier pressure
Editor’s note: The Vail Veterans Program and the Vail Daily will highlight the service of an Eagle County veteran each month in Veteran Voices. In the grand scheme of things, there are military families and there are Military Families. Justin Liffick, the deputy chief of police for the town of Vail, from the latter with a long line of service adorning his family tree. “Both my grandfathers served in World War II,” Liffick said.
Veteran Voices: Laura Johnson’s backstage pass to the world
Editor’s note: The Vail Veterans Program and the Vail Daily will highlight the service of an Eagle County veteran each month in Veteran Voices. For the Johnson family of Duluth, Minnesota, the call to experience the freedom of flight was definitely a family affair.
Veteran Voices: Andy Haffele’s journey to becoming a Navy SEAL
Editor’s note: The Vail Veterans Program and the Vail Daily will highlight the service of an Eagle County veteran each month in Veteran Voices. Look for the column online and in print on the second Monday of each month. There’s a twinkle in Andy Haffele’s eye as he recounts a smug moment of his travels down the long and winding road to his becoming a United States Navy SEAL. “I had a lot of edges growing up,” said Haffele, a resident of Eagle along with his wife, Kristina, and their three boys.
"Financial Disagreements and Marital Conflflict Tactics" by Jeffrey P. Dew and John Dakin
Title Financial Disagreements and Marital Conflflict Tactics Authors Jeffrey P. Dew, Brigham Young University - ProvoFollow John Dakin, Texas Tech University Keywords financial therapy, marital conflict, conflict tactics Abstract Recent studies have suggested that relative to other types of marital disagreement, financial disagreements are more problematic for couples.
Snowsports Hall of Fame 2019: Jake Hoeschler
John Dakin Special to The Daily Editor’s note: The Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Induction Gala is one of the most important annual celebrations of the state’s snowsports industry and a unique opportunity to meet, mix and mingle with the men and women who have shaped the industry. Leading up to the event on Saturday, Oct. 26, the Colorado Snowsports Museum will profile the five members of the Class of 2019.
Meet the Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Class of 2019: Jeff Gorsuch
John Dakin/Special to the Vail Daily Jeff Gorsuch Courtesy photo Editor’s note: The Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Induction Gala is one of the most important annual celebrations of the state’s snowsports industry and a unique opportunity to meet, mix and mingle with the men and women who have shaped the industry. Leading up to the event on Saturday, Oct. 26, the Colorado Snowsports Museum will profile the five members of the Class of 2019.
Meet the Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Class of 2019: Martin Hart
John Dakin Special to The Daily Martin Hart Courtesy Photo The Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Induction Gala is one of the most important annual celebrations of the state’s snowsports industry and a unique opportunity to meet, mix and mingle with the men and women who have shaped the industry. Leading up to the event on Saturday, Oct. 26, the Colorado Snowsports Museum will profile the five members of the Class of 2019.
Meet the Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Class of 2019: Steve Raymond
John Dakin Special to the Daily Steve Raymond’s steadfast volunteer commitment to Adaptive Spirit, his operational leadership and his stewardship have enabled disabled athletes to excel. Special to the Daily Editor’s note: The Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Induction Gala is one of the most important annual celebrations of the state’s snowsports industry and a unique opportunity to meet, mix and mingle with the men and women who have shaped the industry. Leading up to the event on Saturday, Oct.
Meet the Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Class of 2019: Jake Hoeschler
John Dakin Special to the Vail Daily Jake Hoeschler Courtesy photo Editor’s note: The Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Induction Gala is one of the most important annual celebrations of the state’s snowsports industry and a unique opportunity to meet, mix and mingle with the men and women who have shaped the industry. Leading up to the event on Saturday, Oct. 26, the Colorado Snowsports Museum will profile the five members of the Class of 2019.
Meet the Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Class of 2019: Jake Hoeschler
John Dakin Special to the Daily Jake Hoeschler was an All-American ski racer at the University of Colorado before embarking on a law career that revolutionized insurance for the ski industry. Special to the Daily Editor’s note: The Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Induction Gala is one of the most important annual celebrations of the state’s snowsports industry and a unique opportunity to meet, mix and mingle with the men and women who have shaped the industry.
Meet the Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Class of 2019: Martin Hart
John Dakin Special to the Vail Daily Editor’s note: The Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Induction Gala is one of the most important annual celebrations of the state’s snowsports industry and a unique opportunity to meet, mix and mingle with the men and women who have shaped the industry. Leading up to the event on Saturday, Oct. 26, the Colorado Snowsports Museum will profile the five members of the Class of 2019.
Meet the Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Class of 2019: Martin Hart
John Dakin Special to the Daily Martin Hart laid the foundation for what was to come and for what Steamboat is today. Special to the Daily Editor’s note: The Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Induction Gala is one of the most important annual celebrations of the state’s snowsports industry and a unique opportunity to meet, mix and mingle with the men and women who have shaped the industry. Leading up to the event on Saturday, Oct.
Meet the Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Class of 2019: Jeff Gorsuch
John Dakin Special to the Daily A third-generation member of Colorado’s iconic Gorsuch family, Jeff was exposed to the ski racing and retail sides of the ski industry ever since he could crawl. Special to the Daily Editor’s note: The Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Induction Gala is one of the most important annual celebrations of the state’s snowsports industry and a unique opportunity to meet, mix and mingle with the men and women who have shaped the industry.
Hall of Fame Class of 2019: Gretchen Bleiler
John Dakin Special to the Daily The Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Induction Gala is one of the most important annual celebrations of the state’s snowsports industry and a unique opportunity to meet, mix and mingle with the men and women who have shaped the Colorado ski and snowboard industry. Leading up to the Hall of Fame Induction Gala on Saturday, Oct. 26, the Colorado Snowsports Museum will be profiling the five members of the Class of 2019 in the Vail Daily.
Meet the Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Class of 2019: Gretchen Bleiler
By John Dakin Special to the Daily Gretchen Bleiler won silver at the 2006 Winter Games in Turin, Italy, to go with four golds from the Winter X Games. Special to the Daily The Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Induction Gala is one of the most important annual celebrations of the state’s snowsports industry and a unique opportunity to meet, mix and mingle with the men and women who have shaped the Colorado ski and snowboard industry. Leading up to the Hall of Fame Induction Gala on Saturday, Oct.
Eat Well, Ski Fast!
If I only knew then what I know now. My eight years on the USST were awesome. They were filled with focused training on the hill and intense workouts in the gym. All with my best friends. However, back in the 80s there was not a lot of focus on nutrition and how it affects performance.
Pepi Gramshammer: The Heartbeat of Vail 1932-2019
Somewhere around 8 a.m. on Saturday, August 17, the heart of Vail, Colorado skipped a beat. The air in the heart of Vail Village seemed to become lighter and a sense of calm settled over the Gasthof Gramshammer. Austrian ski legend and Vail pioneer Pepi Gramshammer had left his beloved valley for a higher place – he was 87. He is survived by his wife Sheika, daughters Kira and Sheika, and two grandsons. Gramshammer spent the waning days of his storied life in the place he loved most–Vail.
‘It takes an industry’: Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame inducts Class of 2017
VAIL — The stars of Colorado's ski and snowboard industry shone brightly on the evening of Oct. 14 as many of the state's snowsports icons gathered in Vail to celebrate the Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame's Induction Gala and the Class of 2017. Over 20 current Hall of Fame inductees were on hand to welcome the five new members, along with a crowd of nearly 400 guests. The newest inductees to the Hall of Fame include Aspen backcountry and ski mountaineering legend Chris Davenport; SKEA Ltd.
Eagle Valley Land Trust column: Cherishing our favorite places
This month, the Eagle Valley Land Trust held its biggest fundraiser of the year, and friends and supporters of land conservation here in Eagle County gathered for an evening of dinner, drinks and dancing "under the moonshine." Eagle Valley Land Trust is grateful for the community support and collaboration that make our mission a reality.
From Kowboy to Voile, the splitboard world is still evolving
Splitboard 101 — All you need to know about splitboarding in Summit, plus video It’s finally March, and that means the meat of backcountry touring season is nearly here. To get prepared, local AT skiers and splitboarders are taking over the Summit Daily sports section in print and online this week with reviews, guides, videos and more. Editor's note: This article is part of a weeklong series about alpine touring and splitboard travel in Colorado.
Modern alpine touring: GIft from the 10th Mountain Division
Editor's note: This article is part of a weeklong series about alpine touring and splitboard travel in Colorado. For more, including gear reviews, route suggestions and backcountry videos, see the sports section at SummitDaily.com. With the end of World War II, the mountain troopers of the 10th Mountain Division headed home to family and friends. They returned to their "normal" lives and jobs in the banks, factories and stores. But for many of the 10th Mountain veterans, there was something missing.
The first freeheelers are born
Splitboard 101 — All you need to know about splitboarding in Summit, plus video It’s finally March, and that means the meat of backcountry touring season is nearly here. To get prepared, local AT skiers and splitboarders are taking over the Summit Daily sports section in print and online this week with reviews, guides, videos and more. Editor's note: This article is part of a weeklong series about alpine touring and splitboard travel in Colorado.
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Colorado Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame welcomes Class of 2016
VAIL — The stars of Colorado’s ski and snowboard industry shone brightly on the evening of Oct. 1 as the state’s snow sports elite gathered in Vail to celebrate the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame’s Induction Gala and the class of 2016. More than 25 previous hall of fame inductees were on hand to welcome the six new members, along with a crowd of nearly 400 guests.
Avalanche rescue dogs
The following is part of a series of articles compiled by the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and Hall of Fame that will take a closer look at the sport of alpine ski touring. The museum is located atop the Vail Village parking structure and features a treasure trove of ski history and heritage. Suppose you were asked to conjure up a picture of a mountain rescue dog.
Colorado Avalanche Information Center provides vital information for backcountry travelers
The following is part of a series of articles compiled by the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and Hall of Fame that will take a closer look at the sport of alpine ski touring. The museum is located atop the Vail Village parking structure and features a treasure trove of ski history and heritage. Avalanches do not discriminate. And, they don’t just happen to extreme backcountry enthusiasts.
Ski Museum series: Spring backcountry avalanches
The following is part of a series of articles compiled by the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and Hall of Fame that will take a closer look at the sport of alpine ski touring. The museum is located atop the Vail Village parking structure and features a treasure trove of ski history and heritage. Backcountry enthusiasts agree that spring skiing and snowboarding can be some of the best of the season.
Avalanches don’t descriminate - know before you go with tips from the CAIC
Avalanches do not discriminate. And, they don’t just happen to extreme backcountry enthusiasts. Avalanches can happen to those skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, hiking, driving, hunting and bike riding, as well as anyone who can get onto or underneath a steep snow-covered slope. Since 1950, avalanches have killed more people in Colorado than any other natural hazard, and the state accounts for one-third of all avalanche deaths in the United States each year.
Vail to Aspen ski highway on the 10th Mountain Division Hut System
The following is part of a series of articles compiled by the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and Hall of Fame that will take a closer look at the sport of alpine ski touring. The museum is located atop the Vail Village parking structure and features a treasure trove of ski history and heritage. Since the beginning of off-piste skiing and mountaineering, backcountry travelers throughout the world have long relied on mountain huts to provide a safe port in the storm.
Backcountry group leadership
The following is part of a series of articles compiled by the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and Hall of Fame that will take a closer look at the sport of alpine ski touring. The museum is located atop the Vail Village Parking Structure and features a treasure trove of ski history and heritage. Backcountry skiing is a team sport that masquerades as an individual activity.
What’s in your pack? The essential backcountry ski gear
The following is part of a series of articles compiled by the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and Hall of Fame that will take a closer look at the sport of alpine ski touring. The museum is located atop the Vail Village Parking Structure and features a treasure trove of ski history and heritage.
Avalanche airbag has become an integral option for backcountry safety equipment
The following is part of a series of articles compiled by the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and Hall of Fame that will take a closer look at the sport of alpine ski touring. The museum is located atop the Vail Village Parking Structure and features a treasure trove of ski history and heritage. VAIL — Chief Forest Ranger Josef Hohenester never intended to invent anything that day in the early 1970s as he traveled home from a successful hunt with a deer attached to his backpack.
Pursuit of ‘sidecountry’ skiing has gained popularity throughout the U.S.
The following is part of a series of articles compiled by the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and Hall of Fame that will take a closer look at the sport of alpine ski touring. The museum is located atop the Vail Village Parking Structure and features a treasure trove of ski history and heritage. The well-worn adage tells us to expect the grass to always be greener on the other side of the fence.
Dawson, Davenport pushed boundaries of winter ski mountaineering
Editor’s note: The following is part of a series of articles compiled by the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and Hall of Fame that will take a closer look at the sport of alpine ski touring. The museum is located atop the Vail Village Parking Structure and features a treasure trove of ski history and heritage.
Dawson, Davenport pushed boundaries of winter ski mountaineering
The following is part of a series of articles compiled by the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and Hall of Fame that will take a closer look at the sport of alpine ski touring. The museum is located atop the Vail Village Parking Structure and features a treasure trove of ski history and heritage.
Marolt brothers Skiing at the highest extremes
The following is part of a series of articles compiled by the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and Hall of Fame that will take a closer look at the sport of alpine ski touring. The museum is located atop the Vail Village Parking Structure and features a treasure trove of ski history and heritage. VAIL — Twin brothers Mike and Steve Marolt come from a long line of skiers. Fifth-generation Aspen locals, the dynamic duo counts two Winter Olympian ski racers as part of that lineage.
Freeride competitors stretch the limits of downhill skiing
The following is part of a series of articles compiled by the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and Hall of Fame that will take a closer look at the sport of alpine ski touring. The museum is located atop the Vail Village Parking Structure and features a treasure trove of ski history and heritage.
Ski Mountaineering racing takes skiers up and down the mountain
The following is part of a series of articles compiled by the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and Hall of Fame that will take a closer look at the sport of alpine ski touring. The museum is located atop the Vail Village Parking Structure and features a treasure trove of ski history and heritage. It’s not hard to imagine that somewhere in the annals of ski history two people looked up toward a snow capped peak and argued about who could ski there and back in the shortest amount of time.
Alpine touring series: The evolution of splitboarding
The following is part of a series of articles compiled by the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and Hall of Fame that will take a closer look at the sport of alpine ski touring. The museum is located atop the Vail Village Parking Structure and features a treasure trove of ski history and heritage. There can be little debate among snowboarders that the ability to ride powder is undoubtedly one of the finest activities available to humankind.
The evolution of splitboarding in the Rockies
Editor’s note: The following is part of a series of articles compiled by the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and Hall of Fame that will take a closer look at the sport of alpine ski touring. The museum is located atop the Vail Village Parking Structure and features a treasure trove of ski history and heritage. There can be little debate among snowboarders that the ability to ride powder is undoubtedly one of the finest activities available to humankind.
Alpine touring: The early years
Editor’s note: The following is part of a series of articles compiled by the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and Hall of Fame that will take a closer look at the sport of alpine ski touring. The museum is located atop the Vail Village Parking Structure and features a treasure trove of ski history and heritage. Its eight, themed galleries display artifacts, narratives and film documentaries that entertain and educate visitors of all ages.
Alpine touring: The post-war era
The following is part of a series of articles compiled by the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and Hall of Fame that takes a closer look at the sport of alpine ski touring. The museum is located atop the Vail Village Parking Structure and features a treasure trove of ski history and heritage. With the end of World War II, the mountain troopers of the 10th Mountain Division, headed home to family and friends. They returned to their “normal” lives and jobs in the banks, factories and stores.
Alpine touring: The early years
Editor’s note: The following is part of a series of articles compiled by the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and Hall of Fame that will take a closer look at the sport of alpine ski touring. The museum is located atop the Vail Village Parking Structure and features a treasure trove of ski history and heritage. Its eight, themed galleries display artifacts, narratives and film documentaries that entertain and educate visitors of all ages.
Alpine touring series: 10th Mountain legacy
The following is part of a series of articles compiled by the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and Hall of Fame that will take a closer look at the sport of Alpine Ski Touring. The Museum is located atop the Vail Village Parking Structure and features a treasure trove of ski history and heritage. Without warning, the United States was plunged into World War II in 1941 with the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.
Ski Museum series: Shaped skis took backcountry skiing to another level
The following is part of a series of articles compiled by the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and Hall of Fame that will take a closer look at the sport of alpine ski touring. The museum is located atop the Vail Village Parking Structure and features a treasure trove of ski history and heritage. VAIL — The sport of skiing would undergo a period of refinement during the 1990s, while also ushering in the explosion and immense popularity of snowboarding.
Alpine touring: The early years
Editor’s note: The following is part of a series of articles compiled by the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and Hall of Fame that will take a closer look at the sport of alpine ski touring. The museum is located atop the Vail Village Parking Structure and features a treasure trove of ski history and heritage. Its eight themed galleries display artifacts, narratives and film documentaries that entertain and educate visitors of all ages.
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