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1. Dude Todd - the man who cared

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Ernest "Dude" Todd reflects on his long life in Routt County.

2. The Appel Family ~ then 'til now.

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Sharon (Wandell) Clever describes the lives of Routt County pioneers Henry and Calla Appel and their son and daughter-in-law William and Marianne Appel.

3. "I don't know how many horses I've shod through the years!"

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Leo Snowden describes the art of horseshoeing and his experiences in Routt County.

4. "I take a pleasure in that."

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Ordway Mellen describes his father, William "Sandy" Mellen's career as a scout for the U.S. Army and a rancher and his own life on the Mellen Ranch in Coalmont, Colorado.

5. "A person really has to like ranching to do it."

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Ranch owner Duane Acord and ranch hand Russell Crawford share their ranching experiences.

6. Frances (Dorr) Wheeler

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Pioneer Frances (May) Dorr Wheeler describes growing up and raising a family in rural Routt County. She also explains her philosophy of life. Included are three of her original poems.

7. "I Enjoy Helping People"

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Sam Haslem describes his life growing up in Colorado and Utah, as well as his work as Routt County Extension Director.

8. The Pine Grove. "The type of restaurant you'd like to find."

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Pine Grove Restaurant owner Howard Lindow talks about the history of the restaurant and his experience running it with his son, co-owner David Lindow. Retired rancher Flossie Nefzger shares her memories of running the Pine Grove Ranch with her husband, Leroy Nefzger. NOTE: Mr. Lakusta's name is misspelled in the article, as "Lacosta."

9. "I don't think any of us expect to get rich."

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Jerry and Rusty Nay describe ranching life in Routt County, Colorado, and the changes observed in the community during the 20th century.

10. Dave Whittlesey and the High Wire Ranch

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Dave Whittlesey talks about owning the High Wire Ranch, raising multiple types of animals, and all the responsibilities of operating a ranch.

11. 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.

12. Si Lockhart, Part Two

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Si Lockhart describes his life as a rancher and auctioneer during the Great Depression and Dust Bowl of the early twentieth century.

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