Excerpt from: Breckenridge, Keystone and Summit County Places, Events and Things
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| January 21, 2005 | | U.S. Forest Service gives initial OK to the new Summit Lift on Peak 8, to be the highest in North America. | Talk about flying high! Historically, the only people who could get to Lake Chutes area at the top of Peak 8 and to the top of Peak 7 were those hearty enough to hike it. But, starting next year, pending final approval (after a public comment period) it will be open to all skiers who want the highest alpine experience possible. The U.S. Forest Service ranger in charge of the Dillon District, Rick Newton, has given his approval of this long-sought-after lift, the top of which will tip the altimeter at 12,830 feet. Newton also approved the 6 Chair, which would feed the Summit Lift. The approvals are not without their detractors, but Adam Aaron, CEO of Vail Resorts, has committed the $4 million necessary, and plans construction for this summer. | |
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