Snowmass History: Big Burn area purchase, 1962
Aspen Historical Society/courtesy photo
On Oct. 26, 1962, The Aspen Times announced a land sale for the proposed Snowmass Ski Area. “The Janss Investment Corp. of Los Angeles has taken what appears to be another major step in plans for the proposed Snowmass Ski Area on Burnt Mountain, near the divide which separates Brush and Snowmass creeks west of Aspen.”
The article continued, “According to a deed filed Sept. 20 with the Pitkin County Clerk and Recorder, the California firm bought a large tract of land on Brush Creek from Evan Melton and Linnie B. Melton. Tax stamps on the document indicate that the purchase price was $260,000. The transaction included property and water rights. William Janss, head of the firm, is also a director of the Aspen Skiing Corp. The local ski company has announced plans to offer trips in snow tractors to the top of the proposed Snowmass area this winter.”
Snowmass sets its priorities, with housing at the top
Snowmass has set its priorities, and housing takes the top slot.
Conservationists urge the public to disinfect all river gear after use, including waders, paddle boards, and kayaks
Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) such as zebra mussels, rusty crayfish, quagga mussels, New Zealand mud snails, and invasive aquatic plants have already caused lasting damage to rivers and lakes across the state.
