Walter was born in Seattle and started skiing while attending Roosevelt High School. He was on the University of Washington ski team while studying to be an industrial engineer. He competed in 1937 with the team in the national collegiate championships against Dartmouth in Sun Valley. Their coach was Otto Lang. He also competed in the Silver Skis races, Camp Muir, 10,000 ft., … [Read more...] about Walter Page 1917 – 2014
Ancient Skiers Founder Irv Pratt
Irving H PRATT Irving H Pratt, born July 10, 1918 in Seattle, WA passed away peacefully on April 17, 2012 at the age of 93. He grew up in the Mt Baker area of Seattle. He graduated from Franklin High School where he excelled in football and track. Irv skied at Mt. Rainier and was a specialist in the 4-way events - downhill, slalom, cross-country and ski jumping. Irv was a early … [Read more...] about Ancient Skiers Founder Irv Pratt