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Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Scope & Content: Cartographic materials in these four oversized files consist of the following:

Date Range: 1914-1973

Reference Code: M224 / O.S. Cartographic

Description Level: 5 / File

Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Description Level: 5 / File

Series: IV.C. Textual records: Cartographic records

Accession Number: 7361, 7877, 8111

Reference Code: M224 / O.S. Cartographic

Date Range: 1914-1973

Physical Description: 48 cartographic records.

Scope & Content: Cartographic materials in these four oversized files consist of the following:

Subject Access: Discovery and Exploration; Environment and Nature; Family and personal life; Sports and Recreation

Title Source: Title based on contents.

Content Details: Folder 1 Map on heavy paper, wrapped in plastic. “A Reconnaissance Topographic Map Suveyed and edited by Bradford Washburn” printed in Bern, Switzerland. Centred on Mt. McKinley.- From 7361. Palliser- Kananaskis Area British Columbia and Alberta- Publication No. 1962- Reprinted by the Surveys and Mapping Branch, Department of Mines and Technical Surveys, Ottawa. Mistaya British Columbia and Alberta- Compiled, drawn and printed at the office of the Surveyor General, Ottawa, 1931. Reprinted with corrections at the Surveys and Mapping Branch, Ottawa, 1950. National Topographic Series. Yoho British Columbia and Alberta- Compiled, drawn and printed at the office of the Surveyor General, Ottawa, 1932. Reprinted with corrections at the Surveys and Mapping Branch, Ottawa, 1952. National Topographic Series. Price 25 cents. Invermere British Columbia Kootenay Land District- National Topographic System- First Status Edition compiled and produced by the Geographic Division, Surveys, and Mapping Branch, Dept. of Lands, Forests and Water Resources, Victoria, BC 1964-65- annotated Beaton British Columbia Kootenay Land District- National Topographic System- First Status Edition compiled and produced by the Geographic Division, Surveys, and Mapping Branch, Dept. of Lands, Forests and Water Resources, Victoria, BC 1964-66- annotated Lardeau British Columbia Kootenay Land District- National Topographic System- First Status Edition compiled and produced by the Geographic Division, Surveys, and Mapping Branch, Dept. of Lands, Forests and Water Resources, Victoria, BC 1963- annotated Mount McKinley Alaska, Published by the Museum of Science, Boston, Mass, USA and the Swiss Foundation for Alpine Research, Zurich. 1960. Centennial Range Yukon Territory- M.C.R. 7 Edition 1- Produced and printed 1967 by the Surveys and Mapping Branch, Department of Energy, Mines and Resources- maps printed in 1961-62- annotated British Columbia Land Recording Dists.- Land Commissioner’s Offices- Department of Lands and Forests- first published 1957- Updated Nov. 1, 1960. Master Site Plan Bugaboo Creek Lodge Project number 6844- June 18, 1973- Cohos Delesalle & Evamy. Folder 2 Boundary Between Alberta and BC- Athabasca Pass- Sheet No. 27A – annotated- centered on Jasper Park Boundary Between Alberta and BC-All below Wheeler Maps (by hand) used for the Great Divide as per Chic-no topographical maps used for both Hans and similar maps were used by Chic bottom rip taped- Sheet No. 20- Drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa - centered on Clearwater forest and Lyell Icefield at bottom right Boundary Between Alberta and BC- Sheet No. 15- Drawn and printed at the Surveyor General’s Office, Ottawa, Canada- centered on Rocky Mountains Park Boundary Between Alberta and BC - Sheet No. 19- Drawn and printed at the Surveyor General’s Office, Ottawa, Canada- centered on centered on Clearwater Forest with Mt. Alan Campbell at bottom Boundary Between Alberta and BC- Sheet No. 25- annotated- Drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa - centered on Jasper Park with Chisel Peak at bottom Boundary Between Alberta and BC- Sheet No. 19- dirt and annotated- revised 1925- drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa- centered on Clearwater and Push Pass W. Boundary Between Alberta and BC- annotated- Sheet 16- revised 1925- drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa- centered on Yoho Park and Rocky Mountains Park Steele Glacier- Topographical Survey 1967 Arial Photography 1951 Mount St. Elias Canada- United State of America- Produced and Printed by the Surveys and Mapping Branch, Department of Mines and Technical Surveys 1962 from air photographs taken in 1951 and 1956- annotated Woolsey Glacier- Revelstoke National Park British Columbia – Printed by the Surveys and Mapping Branch Department of Energy, Mines and Resources- 1967 Windermere Kootenay District- Map 165A Issued 1918- Reprinted by the Surveys and Mapping Branch, Department of Mines and Technical Surveys, Ottawa. Folder 3 Boundary Between Alberta and BC- Sheet No. 20- heavily annotated- revised 1925- drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa- centered on Clearwater Forest, Saskatchewan Glacier at top left Boundary Between Alberta and BC- Sheet No. 18- heavily ripped- annotated - notes on back- revised 1925- drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa- centered on Clearwater Forest, Mt Mummery at bottom Boundary Between Alberta and BC- Sheet No. 17 (in pencil “A and B”)- annotated - heavily ripped- drawn and printed at the Surveyor Generals’ Office- centered on Clearwater Forest and Yoho Park Boundary Between Alberta and BC- Sheet No. 26- annotated- revised 1925- drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa- centered on Jasper Park and Icefields Boundary Between Alberta and BC- Sheet No. 17- revised 1925- drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa- centered on Clearwater Forest and Yoho Park Boundary Between Alberta and BC- Sheet No. 28- stained- centered on Jasper Park Boundary Between Alberta and BC- Sheet No. 24- annotated- revised edition, 1925- drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa- centered on Jasper Park Boundary Between Alberta and BC- Sheet No. 16- annotated- revised 1925- drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa- centered on Yoho and Rocky Mountains Park Interprovincial Boundary Commission Boundary Between Alberta and British Columbia. Revised edition 1925 drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa. Sheet No. 27. Following maps are from accession 7877. Interprovincial Boundary Commission Boundary Between Alberta and British Columbia. Surveyed 1920. Drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa. Sheet No. 26. Interprovincial Boundary Commission Boundary Between Alberta and British Columbia. Surveyed 1920, 1921. Drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa. Sheet No. 25. Interprovincial Boundary Commission Boundary Between Alberta and British Columbia. Surveyed 1919, 1921. Drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa. Sheet No. 24. Interprovincial Boundary Commission Boundary Between Alberta and British Columbia. Revised edition 1925 drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa. Sheet No. 21. Interprovincial Boundary Commission Boundary Between Alberta and British Columbia. Revised edition 1925 drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa. Sheet No. 18. Interprovincial Boundary Commission Boundary Between Alberta and British Columbia. Surveyed 1913. Drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa. Sheet No. 13 A. Interprovincial Boundary Commission Boundary Between Alberta and British Columbia. Surveyed 1916. Drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa. Sheet No. 12 A. Interprovincial Boundary Commission Boundary Between Alberta and British Columbia. Surveyed 1916. Drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa. Sheet No. 11. Interprovincial Boundary Commission Boundary Between Alberta and British Columbia. Surveyed 1916. Drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa. Sheet No. 10. Interprovincial Boundary Commission Boundary Between Alberta and British Columbia. Surveyed 1916. Drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa. Sheet No. 9. Interprovincial Boundary Commission Boundary Between Alberta and British Columbia. Surveyed 1916. Drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa. Sheet No. 8. Interprovincial Boundary Commission Boundary Between Alberta and British Columbia. Surveyed 1916. Drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa. Sheet No. 6. Interprovincial Boundary Commission Boundary Between Alberta and British Columbia. Surveyed 1915. Drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa. Sheet No. 5. Interprovincial Boundary Commission Boundary Between Alberta and British Columbia. Surveyed 1914. Drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa. Sheet No. 4. Interprovincial Boundary Commission Boundary Between Alberta and British Columbia. Surveyed 1922. Drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa. Sheet No. 31. Interprovincial Boundary Commission Boundary Between Alberta and British Columbia. Surveyed 1922, 1924. Drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa. Sheet No. 30. Interprovincial Boundary Commission Boundary Between Alberta and British Columbia. Surveyed 1917. Drawn and printed by the Topographical Survey of Canada, Ottawa. Sheet No. 29.

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Correspondence: Business

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Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Scope & Content: One of two files pertaining to correspondence regarding “Bugaboos: Land Acquisition and Leasing”.

Date Range: 1967-1980

Reference Code: M224 / 52

Description Level: 5 / File

Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Description Level: 5 / File

Series: IV.C. Textual records

Accession Number: 8111

Reference Code: M224 / 52

Date Range: 1967-1980

Physical Description: 2.5 cm of textual records.

Scope & Content: One of two files pertaining to correspondence regarding “Bugaboos: Land Acquisition and Leasing”.

Subject Access: Discovery and Exploration; Environment and Nature; Family and personal life; Sports and Recreation

Title Source: Supplied title.

Content Details: Letter from Robert Brodie to John Robertson forwarded to Gmoser regarding continued issues with leasing. March 19, 1971. Letter from Russell and DuMoulin regarding Dillingham Corporation of America Placer Mining Leases 270-277 inclusive. “In connection with your efforst to extend your holdings in the vicinity of Lot 16427, Kootenay District, informing that “you must obtain the consent of Dillingham Corporation of America.” March 31, 1971. Letter to The Mining Recorder, Golden Mining Division inquiring over the land status leases. Letter to Robert G. Brodie regarding embarrassment over problems and discussion over lawyer and leasing land in the Bugaboos. Four copies of “Residence for Mr. and Mrs. H. Gmoser Bugaboo Creek Proposed Location” Dated April 21, 1971. Form No. 15 (Section 81) Land Act- Notice of Intention to Apply to Lease Land- purpose “expanding present winter resort facilities for summer use. March 30, 1971. Superintendent of Lands, Victoria May 11, 1967 to Land Commissioner, Golden BC advising the unsurveyed Crown land, Kootenay District “has been reserved from alienation on Departmental records in connection with a proposed ski development.” Map attached with area marked. Letter from W. R. Redel, Director of Lands Re: Unsurveyed vacant Crown land in vicinity of Lot 16427, Kootenay District. Acknowledgment of application which forbids occupation of the area. June 8, 1970. 3 copies of Form No. 15 (Section 82) Land Act- Notice of Intention to Apply to Lease Land- as well as 2 copies of No. 14. 1 photocopy of form 14 Letter to Lawrence Page, Shulman, Tupper, Worrall, Jonsson and Laxton regarding an application for lease of land including Placer Mining Leases 273 and 274, a copy of the recipient’s letter was sent onto the Lands Branch and a request for a letter of relinquishment to the Gold Commissioner in Golden. Dec 21, 1970. Letter from W. C. Fry, Director of Lands regarding Mining Leases and specifying that the holders can supply a relinquishment to the Gold Commissioner in Golden. Nov 27, 1970. Letter on yellow carbon to G. Kilvington, Director of Lands explaining Estey Agencies Ltd’s lack of interest in the land. Nov 9, 1980.’ Letter from Lawrence Page declaring that the land lease lapsed on Dec 2, 1969 and it is no longer required for Estey Agencies Ltd. to grant permission. March 9, 1970. Letter from W. C. Fry, for the Director of Lands explaining that the land is still under the name of Estey Agencies Ltd. and “a reserve in favour of the B.C. Forest Service, Protection Division for administration location purposes” additionally, “any subsequent occupation by you of the area in question will constitute a trespass.” Oct 14, 1970. Letter on yellow carbon to Scipio Merler asking him to attend or advise on a meeting with a law firm over the land claim. Feb 10, 1970. Letter on yellow carbon to Scipio Merler in thanks for the advice. March 31, 1970. Letter on yellow carbon to Carl R. Jonsson regarding a meeting. Written in pencil above are instructions to take if the letter was not answered. Feb 10, 1970. Letter on yellow carbon to Carl R. Jonsson regarding the owner’s decision on the claims. May 24, 1969. Letter on yellow carbon to Carl R. Jonsson from J. Prins initially asking about the land claims. March 12, 1969. Letter from Shulman, Tupper and Co informing that the law firm owns the shares of Esty Agencies which is used to hold shares in trust for clients, and asks for more specific information on the location of the land in question. March 4, 1969. Letter on yellow carbon to Estey Agencies Ltd. regarding the use of the higher lands in the mining claims. Feb 8, 1969. Map of land claim area in the Bugaboos, delineated in red. Letter for W. R. Redel, Director of Lands regarding an extension of land and giving the address of Estey Agencies. Jan 24, 1969. Letter for W. R. Redel, Director of Lands giving information on application of consent for the land areas. Pink receipt for the $5 fee for advertisement in the BC Gazette for the application to lease land. April 2, 1970. Letter on yellow carbon regarding a development plan for the area. Sept 16, 1970. 2 copies of photocopy of “Statutory Declaration Proving Publication of a Notice,” declaring that a notice was published in four consecutive issues of the British Columbia Gazette, and the Golden Star from Golden, BC. May 23, 1970. Photocopy of “Application to Lease Unsurveyed Land” for 50 acres in Golden Land District. May 25, 1970. Letter on yellow carbon to the British Columbia Gazette attaching an advertisement to be published for four weeks. March 23, 1970. Letter on yellow carbon to the Golden Star attaching an advertisement to be published for four weeks. March 23, 1970. Form No. 18 (Section 82) Notice of Intention to Apply to Lease Land. March 22, 1970. Form No. 17 (Section 82) Land Act describing the process of placing a post on the land. March 22, 1970. Newspaper clipping “Land Act” describing the land in question and the proposed use. The Golden Star, March 25, 1970. Newspaper clipping “Land Act” describing the land in question and the proposed use. The Golden Star, April 1, 1970. Document not filled out- Dominion of Canada Province of British Columbia To Wit In the Matter of: 3 copies of Document partially filled out “Statutory Declaration Proving Publication of a Notice.” Lands Branch Department of Lands, Forests, and Water Resources Victoria, BC, Procedure Required to Lease Unsurveyed Land, four pages. Lands Branch Department of Lands, Forests, and Water Resources Victoria, BC, Procedure Required to Lease Unsurveyed Land, five pages. Three blank copies of “Application to Lease Unsurveyed Land.” Letter regarding Philip D. Graham’s application of land lease. Sept 29, 1969. Letter from R. H. Ahrens Director Of Department of Recreation and Conservation Parks Branch acknowledging proposal. Sept 26, 1969. Letter on yellow carbon to Alfred Miller, Director of Planning Regional District of East Kootenay regarding phone call “objecting to piecemeal disposition of land in the Bugaboo Creek area,” specifically against Philip D. Graham’s application for 5 acres. Sept 11, 1969. Letter on yellow carbon to H. K. Kidd regarding the rejection of the application of Philip D. Graham against personal development of the area. Sept 11, 1969. Letter to R. Ahrens on yellow carbon following meeting regarding the area. Sept 11, 1969. Letter on yellow carbon to H. K. Kidd arranging an interview. Aug 23, 1969. Letter from W. R. Redel requesting an interview over Philip D. Graham’s land application. Aug 18, 1969. Letter from W. R. Redel regarding further interview arrangements. Aug 27, 1969. Attached note to file documents after return. Letter on yellow carbon to W. R. Redel regarding Philip D. Graham’s application for land. July 16, 1969. Letter from W. R. Redel giving specifics on the process of land claim. July 2, 1969. Letter to R. J. Hooper on yellow carbon regarding private cabins near Bugaboo Creek. June 23, 1969. Letter from W. R. Redel, Director of Lands, in reference to specific land areas. June 17, 1969. Letter on yellow carbon to W. R. Redell [sic] inquiring over the building of private cabins. June 10, 1969. Page of notes “reasons not” on yellow paper. Clipping from newspaper with Philip D. Graham’s land request circled. The Golden Star June 25, 1969. Photocopy of letter from W. R. Redel giving specifics on the process of land claim. July 2, 1969. Photocopy of letter to R. J. Hooper regarding private cabins near Bugaboo Creek. June 23, 1969. Photocopy of letter from W. R. Redel, Director of Lands, in reference to specific land areas. June 17, 1969. Photocopy of letter to W. R. Redell [sic] inquiring over the building of private cabins. June 10, 1969. Handwritten letter from Dieter Kindl regarding a competing business, helicopter experience and obeying of boundaries July 16, 1969. Letter on yellow carbon to Dieter Kindl specifying boundaries. July 14, 1969. Handwritten letter from Dieter Kindl in German, with map of area. Letter from W. R. Redel forwarding clearing of ski runs to the BC Forest Service. March 19, 1969. Letter on yellow carbon from J. Prins to Stone and Gillis Sawmill Ltd. in payment of $258.65 and requesting a bill of sale for the lumber camp at Bugaboo Creek. Feb 13, 1969. Letter on yellow carbon to K. Wheatrcroft regarding permission of clearing the ski runs. Feb 8, 1969. Letter on yellow carbon to K. Wheatcroft regarding a request for the address of Estey Agencies. Jan 17, 1969. Letter on yellow carbon to Ray Williston, Minister of the Department of Lands regarding prospecting activities in the Bugaboo and Vowell creeks areas. Nov 15, 1968. Letter to Tiny Sutter on yellow carbon regarding road work near and on the reserve of land. Oct 15, 1968. Letter from H. K. Boas Land Inspector arranging a date to visit the area. Aug 19, 1968. Letter on yellow carbon to George H. Wilson of the Lands Branch enclosing a sketch of the area, discussing investment and space limitations. July 15, 1968. Postcard from the Nelson BC Registry office regarding application. May 24, 1968. Letter from John Hopwood regarding the Certificate of Indefeasible Title in the name of Bugaboo Helicopter Skiing Ltd.” With handwritten notes. Nov 5, 1968.

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Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Scope & Content: One of two files pertaining to correspondence regarding “Bugaboos: Land Acquisition and Leasing”.

Date Range: 1964-1973

Reference Code: M224 / 53

Description Level: 5 / File

Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Description Level: 5 / File

Series: IV.C. Textual records

Accession Number: 8111

Reference Code: M224 / 53

Date Range: 1964-1973

Physical Description: 2.5 cm of textual records.

Scope & Content: One of two files pertaining to correspondence regarding “Bugaboos: Land Acquisition and Leasing”.

Subject Access: Discovery and Exploration; Environment and Nature; Family and personal life; Sports and Recreation

Title Source: Supplied title.

Content Details: Letter from John Hopwood regarding completed documents in land transfer and incorporation number. Oct 11, 1968. Letter on yellow carbon from J. Prins to Land Registry Office requesting application forms for registration. April 20, 1968. Letter on yellow carbon to Land Commissioner regarding proposed purchase of land, and an enclosed cheque. Jan 2, 1968. Letter from D. Borthwick, Director of Lands enclosing a lease and instructions. Aug 9, 1967. Letter from D. Borthwick asking if the purchase would like to go forward. Dec 28, 1967. Letter on yellow carbon to Lands Branch, Mr. Benwell requesting a meeting to discuss future plans. Sept 29, 1967. Letter of referral from W. G. Mundell, Land Commissioner. Nov 3, 1967. Letter on yellow carbon to J. J. Jones requesting the purchase of the lot. Oct 20, 1967. Letter on yellow carbon to W. R. Benwell, Lands Branch enclosing lease. Aug 18, 1967. Accounting Division Land and Water Resources Memorandum acknowledging letter and cheque. July 12, 1967. Letter on yellow carbon to D. Borthwick, Superintendent of Lands in response to issue of lease and enclosing cheque. July 8, 1967. Letter from D. Borthwick informing of issue of lease. July 5, 1967. Letter on yellow carbon to J. J. Jones Land Commissioner asking if a building permit will be required. May 26, 1967. Letter from D. Borthwick, Superintendent of Lands declaring reserve of land, with map attached. May 11, 1967. Letter to Ray G. Johnson on yellow carbon regarding maps and survey of land. May 26, 1967. Letter from Ray G. Johnson enclosing tour maps and costs, with handwritten post script. May 18, 1967. Letter on yellow carbon from G. Hartefeld to Ray Johnson enclosing a cheque. May 11, 1967. Letter from Ray G. Johnson regarding specific details of survey map and the water line. May 9, 1967 Account fees from Ray G. Johnson. March 10, 1967. Letter on yellow carbon to Ray Johnson regarding timing of land survey. March 7, 1967. Letter from Ray G. Johnson in regards to cost and land survey. March 3, 1967. Letter on yellow carbon to Ray Johnson BC Land Surveyor requesting his services in land surveying. Feb 23, 1967. Letter on yellow carbon to D. Borthwick in response to a letter discussing a lift in the Bugaboo Creek area, which would not be built due to the increased use of helicopters. March 7, 1967. Letter from D. Borthwick regarding proposed ski development and a T-lift bar. Feb 15, 1967. Letter from D. Borthwick discussing application and adjudication. Hand written notes. Jan 5, 1967. Letter on yellow carbon to D. Borthwick requesting expedience on the leases and development. Dec 24, 1966. Letter on yellow carbon to D. Borthwick regarding leases, Ski development at Bugaboo Creek requesting further information. Oct 10, 1966. With letter on back to Rocky Mountain Guides Ltd. regarding bookings and ski resort applications. Oct 10, 1966. Letter on yellow carbon to D. Borthwick sending size and location of the development area. May 16, 1966. Letter from D. Borthwick regarding plans for development, lease issues and plans to purchase. May 4, 1966. Letter on yellow carbon to Norm Hansen, Chief Forester Kicking Horse Lumber requesting a release of lands. April 13, 1966. Letter for D. Borthwick, Superintendent of Lands in receipt of application and request of release. With notes handwritten on back. March 31, 1966. Letter from D. Borthwick recognizing the application. Feb 25, 1966. “Addendum to Land Series Bulletin No. 11 “Acquisition of Crown Lands in British Columbia.” Letter on yellow carbon to Don and Jean asking for a suggestion of a land surveyor. Dec 25, 1965. Letter on yellow carbon declaring publication of “Notices of Intention to Apply to Lease Land.” Dec 27, 1965. Letter on yellow carbon to W. R. Redel regarding staked land area and application for lease. Nov 29, 1965. Letter from D. Borthwick regarding interest in crown lands and a possibly conflicting interest by the Ski Club of the Canadian Rockies Limited, Lake Louise, Alberta. Nov 17, 1965. Letter on yellow carbon to the publisher of the Golden Star applying for advertisement. Oct 25, 1965. Letter on yellow carbon to the Queen’s Printer applying for advertisement. Oct 25. Letter to Don and Jean on yellow carbon regarding advertisements and enclosed form to Corner post. Oct 25, 1965. Letter to the Land Commissioner stating intentions to lease. Oct 25, 1965. Form No. 28 (Section 82) Land Act Notice of Intention to Apply to Lease Land. Oct 25, 1965. Form No. 17 (Section 82) Land Act. Oct 25, 1965. Letter on white carbon to Norm Hansen Kicking Horse Lumber regarding formal application for lease and use of the lumber camp in the spring. Sept 24, 1965. Letter on white carbon to D. Borthwick in thanks for the letter and booklet and informing of contact with leaseholder Stone and Gillis Sawmill Ltd. Aug 2, 1965. Letter from D. Borthwick in reference to letters and current leases on the area. With notes handwritten on back. July 19, 1965. Letter on white carbon to Norm Hanson regarding phone call and concentration of ski tours in the Bugaboo area. July 2, 1965. Letter on white carbon to Bill Baton requesting a meeting to discuss the claim release. June 24, 1965. Letter on white carbon to W. R. Redel describing the steps taken, including determining the area and enclosing a map. June 23, 1965. Letter on white carbon to Vera Norman in thanks for letter and a cheque for a front bumper, also discussing rebuilding the trail to Boulder Camp, interactions with Don and Jean Stewart. June 22, 1965. Letter on white carbon declaring meeting time. June 5, 1965. Letter from D. Borthwick with confirmation of interview. June 2, 1965. Letter on white carbon to Director of Lands and Forests requesting an interview. May 29, 1965. Map drawn freehand on white carbon of “Snowpatch Park” and two sold areas. Map- British Columbia Land Recording Dists. Amended to Nov. 1, 1960. Redirect to Category "F" OS. Enclosed within map blank duplicate land forms including: Form No. 1 “Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land,” 2 Land Act forms, 3 copies of Procedure For Staking and Applying for a Disposition of Crown Land, lease form. Handwritten letter on voyager inn stationary from Florence Edwards regarding potential property in the Bugaboos: “wanted to give you first opportunity.”. April 2, 1969. Letter to Florence Edwards declaring that they are not interested in buying the Hidden Valley Ranch. May 17, 1969. Letter from Evelyn Hinds Realtor regarding Hidden Valley Ranch asking if they would like to make an offer. May 13, 1969. Letter on yellow carbon to Jack from John R. MacKenzie regarding possible interest in the Hidden Valley Ranch land. April 19, 1969. Letter from Noel Sevensma asking if they would be interested in purchasing land in the East Kootenays. Sept 3, 1970. “Description of Property Kimberly, BC,” two pages. Map of area with lots and acreage noted. Highway 95 runs across top. Map with acreage in Kimberly marked in red. First Status Edition, complied and produced by Geographic Division, Surveys and Mapping Branch Department of Lands, Forest and Water Resources, 1964. Letter from Stan J. Carr informing of land and buildings for sale in Tete Jaune Cache, BC with handwritten postscript regarding rejection of another offer of $30,000. Three attached photographs of land and buildings, redirect V68. March 3, 1971. Proposed Ski Lodge for the Litle [sic] Yoho Valley- Cohos.Delesalle architects and engineers. May 14, 1965. Four pages illustrated with building diagrams of lower floor, main floor, upper floor, and section through building. With blue spine. Bugaboo Creek Lodge Cohos Delesalle and Evamy Architects Engineers Project 6907. April 1969. Four illustrations of floor plan, cross section, south west elevation and north west elevation. Single sheet. Proposed Bugaboo Chalet ’79 Conceptual- TheDelesalle Leblond Koch Partnership. Diagrams with square footage for ground floor, upper floor, and section. Includes material notes. Bound in brown cover with a spine. Three pages. Signed contract- Cana Construction Co. Ltd. Standard Sub-Contract Form between Cana Construction, R. A. Beeson Contracting and Bugaboo Helicopter Skiing. May 3, 1973. Letter from John Hopwood, Barristers and Solicitors regarding receipt of Certificate of Title. July 2, 1968. Letter on yellow carbon to W. Lush enclosing information on ski tours and informing of impossibility to purchase or lease land in the Bugaboos area. June 24, 1968. Letter on yellow carbon to John Hopwood regarding title to land. June 18, 1968. Letter from John Hopwood confirming application for title. June 14, 1968. Memorandum from the Land Registry Office in Nelson, BC asking for delivery address of Gmoser. June 13, 1968. Letter on yellow carbon to Mr. Sutherland directing the certificate of title to John Hopwood. June 18, 1968. Memorandum from the Land Registry Office, Nelson, BC regarding refund cheque. May 22, 1968. Letter on yellow carbon to W. G. Mundel, Land Commissioner Golden, BC. Request for permission to construct emergency landing near Bugaboo Lodge. Sept 7, 1972. Letter on yellow carbon to H. L. Wenschlag, Land Inspector regarding a meeting. March 23, 1972. Letter to H. L. Wenschlag, Land Inspector regarding meeting arrangement. March 14, 1972. Letter on yellow carbon to H. L. Wenschlag regarding meeting arrangement. March 9, 1972. Letter from H. L. Wenschlag regarding trip to Windermere Lake Area. Feb 28, 1972. Letter on yellow carbon to K. H. Boas Land Inspector Nelson, BC regarding application. Feb 23, 1972. Letter on yellow carbon to Philip D. Graham requesting the sale of his lease, if purchased successfully. May 30, 1971. Letter from L.M. Heywood to British Columbia Gazette regarding advertisement. May 29, 1971. Letter from L.M. Heywood to Golden Star regarding advertisement. May 29, 1971. Letter to John B. L. Robertson regarding a cheque and the application. April 29, 1971. Letter from W. C. Fry for Director of Lands regarding a telephone call over the lands leased originally by Estay [sic] Agencies which were forfeited, and application reconsidered and reinstated. April 20, 1971. Letter from Russell and DuMoulin Barristers and Solicitors regarding Land Act in relation to Crown Lands and staked mining leases. April 22, 1971. Letter from Russell and DuMoulin Barristers and Solicitors to Director of Lands, requesting a timeline of activity based on the length of previous proceedings. April 22, 1971. Letter from Russell and DuMoulin regarding resubmitting application and closing account. April 14, 1971. Photocopy of Lands Branch letter regarding forfeiture of lands by the mining company. April 7, 1971. Letter from Russell and DuMoulin Barristers and Solicitors regarding forfeiture of leases and investigation into relinquishment documentation. April 2, 1971. Photocopy of letter regarding mining leases and possibility of error in the records of the Vancouver Mining Recorder’s office. April 2, 1971. Master Site Plan of Bugaboo Creek Lodge designed by Cohos Delesalle and Evamy Architects, Engineers, Interior Designers. June 18, 1973. Redirect Category "F" OS.

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Scope & Content: One file pertaining to correspondence regarding “Bugaboos: B.C. Government Correspondence Boulder Camp”. Proposed Conditions for CMH Summer Permit in the Bugaboos- numbers 1-25. Letter on yellow carbon from Canadian Mountain Holidays regarding the stoppage of the climbing school at Boulder Camp in …

Date Range: 1963-1978

Reference Code: M224 / 54

Description Level: 5 / File

GMD: Textual record

Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Description Level: 5 / File

Fonds Number: M224

Series: IV.C. Textual records

Sous-Fonds: M224

Accession Number: 8111

Reference Code: M224 / 54

GMD: Textual record

Date Range: 1963-1978

Physical Description: 3 cm of textual records.

Scope & Content: One file pertaining to correspondence regarding “Bugaboos: B.C. Government Correspondence Boulder Camp”. Proposed Conditions for CMH Summer Permit in the Bugaboos- numbers 1-25. Letter on yellow carbon from Canadian Mountain Holidays regarding the stoppage of the climbing school at Boulder Camp in the Bugaboos due to Parks Canada pressure. Letter from M. E. Goddard, Regional Manager of Ministry of Recreation and Conservation regarding Gmoser’s previous letter indicating at the Branch pressured him into closing the summer operations in the Bugaboos. Goddard indicates that people advertising summer climbing schools should be brought to ministry attention, and “you must have realized your presence there would end eventually…it was solely your decision to terminate your summer operations in the Bugaboos.”Sept 8, 1978. Letter to Milt E. Goddard criticizing the Parks handling of the summer operation in the Bugaboos, regarding the stoppage of use of the Conrad Kain Hut. Gmoser suggests that others are advertising climbing schools without qualifications are using the hut accommodation and asks to be heard by Parks officials. July 12, 1978. Letter from M. E. Goddard discussing the discontinued operation of the Mountain Climbing School in the Bugaboos, thanking him for his past operations and wishing them success in the future. June 28, 1978. Four pages of handwritten “Proposed Conditions for CMH Summer Permit in the Bugaboos.” Letter on yellow carbon to M. E. Goddard advising the discontinuation of Mountain Climbing School and Guide Service at the Boulder Camp in the Bugaboos. The program was operated at a loss, and the new rules for operation would raise costs and lower service. May 1, 1978. Letter on yellow carbon to the Honourable Grace McCarthy, Minister of Trade and Tourism regarding the Conrad Kain Hut, listing proposed injustices and the CMH’s beneficial use of the hut. March 10, 1978. Attached “Proposed Conditions for CMH Summer Permit in the Bugaboos Letter from William Putnam regarding Bugaboos conflict, details regarding Battle Abbey renovations. Feb 21, 1978. Photocopy of letter from William Putnam to M. E. Goddard regarding “occupancy problems” re overcrowding at the Conrad Kain Hut and providing advice on the “non-residents of Canada and generally ungrateful” visitors who are not led by commercial guiding services. Feb 21, 1978. Letter on yellow carbon to William Putnam enclosing a letter from George Trachuk regarding the Bugaboos. Feb 8, 1978. Letter from William Putnam asking what to write, with postscript regarding Battle Abbey. Jan 24, 1978. Letter from M. E. Goddard regarding the new Brach position for the Conrad Kain Hut. Jan 9, 1978. Letter from Parks Branch to William Putnam regarding his comments on the new Branch wide policy. Draft letter from William Putnam to The American Alpine Club regarding a new method of running the camp based on American visitors. August 23, 1977. Yellow carbon half page from CMH, handwritten regretfully discussing the cancellation of the trip to see the European hut system. Feb 7, 1978. Letter from Phil Whitfield cancelling the trip to look over the European hut system, due to the cancellation of the European trip. Feb 1, 1978. Letter on yellow carbon to P. R. Whitfield in response to the Parks sponsoring the informational trip to Europe. Oct 25, 1977. Letter on yellow paper from Phil Whitfield regarding setting up a guided tour of European mountain huts for BC Parks representatives. Oct 20, 1977. Letter, four pages, to the Honorable Grace McCarthy regarding the Boulder Camp, Parks conflict with CMH and the small size of the Conrad Kain Hut. Discusses the use of the hut by “a small group of welfare and unemployment insurance recipients…the main instigator not even being a legal resident of Canada.” Includes list of fees for the climbing schools and suggestions for building of a larger structure and to take a team to Europe. Sept 3, 1976. Letter from G. Trachuk in thanks for a meeting. Jan 16, 1975. Photocopy of letter to R. H. Ahrens, Director, Provincial Parks regarding the Conrad Kain Hut and suggestions on the operation of other huts, such as the Boulder Camp. Dec 19, 1974. Letter on yellow carbon from Bruce Harding, General Manager CMH, to Chris Sadlier regarding hut fees payment request. July 5, 1977. Photocopy of handwritten letter regarding hut fees. July 4, 1977. Letter on yellow carbon to Milt E. Goddard regarding stoppage of use of the Conrad Kain Hut. March 25, 1977. Letter from M. E. Goddard regarding termination of Conrad Kain Hut privileges. Feb 28, 1977. Letter on yellow carbon to Honorable Even Wolfe, Minister of Finance enclosing a letter sent to Honorable Grace McCarthy. Sept 3, 1976. Letter on yellow carbon to John L. Bouldbee requesting suggestions on working with Parks. Sept 13, 1976. Letter from John L. Boultbee enclosing a letter sent to Evan Wolfe and warning that Gmoser will have to explain if he pays the BC sales tax on food and liquor and why he chooses to live in Alberta. Aug 17, 1976. Letter from John L. Boultbee to Evan Wolfe regarding Gmoser and recreational investment in his services. Aug 17, 1976. Five pages of notes and names for letters to John Bouldbee and Grace McCarthy, among others. Letter from M. E. Goddard regarding termination of use of Conrad Kain Hut and the allowance of a semi permanent camp. With note written in pencil. Aug 12, 1976. Photocopy of letter to R. H. Ahrens, Director, Provincial Parks regarding mountain rescue and the Conrad Kain Hut. Dec 19, 1974. One page of handwritten notes for the prior letters. Letter on yellow carbon to Chris Sadleir, Assistant District Superintendent Department of Recreation and Conservation regarding the continued use of the Conrad Kain Hut. Aug 29, 1975. Letter on yellow carbon from Bruce Harding to Chris Sadleir regarding the hut fees and a trip to Europe for Parks personnel. Letter from C. W. Sadlier regarding the enclosure of the Order-In-Council giving Parks authority to collect hut fees and declaring that money must be collected each night, also discussing the stoppage of Forest Service cutting snags in the park. June 16, 1975. Photocopy of amendment of Clause charging hut fees and limiting time spent in the huts at Mt. Assiniboine and Bugaboo Glacier Provincial Park. May 29, 1975. Letter from N. O. Blackburn, Regional Supervisor Department of Recreation and Conservation Parks Branch regarding photographs for the hut and raising the issue of sharing the Conrad Kain Hut. March 24, 1975. Letter on yellow carbon to Norm Blackburn regarding copies of pictures. March 1, 1975. Letter on yellow carbon from P.A. Lever to R. H. Ahrens sending information on the Humus Toilet for the Conrad Kain Hut. Feb 11, 1975. Letter to Norm O. Blackburn on yellow carbon outlining issues discussed with guides who worked at Boulder camp, including responsibility of rescue, rescue equipment, training Parks staff on rescue equipment and the requirement of a second helicopter pilot trained for rescues. Aug 29, 1974. “Tentative Suggestions for Supplies at Boulder Camp.” July 27, 1974. Letter on yellow carbon to Norm O. Blackburn regarding suggested supplies and instillation of equipment. July 27, 1974. Letter from N. O. Blackburn in receipt of suggestions. Aug 16, 1974. Photocopy of “Tentative Suggestions for Supplies at Boulder Camp.” July 27, 1974. Letter from Norm O. Blackburn regarding suggestions, photographing by Rudi Gertsch, supplies and use of the stove. May 15, 1974. Letter on yellow carbon to Norm Blackburn regarding suggestions and photographer Rudi Gertsch. April 22, 1974. Letter on yellow carbon to R. Ahrens regarding chemical waste treatment. Jan 27, 1974. 2 copies of letter from Advanced Waste Treatment Systems. Jan 4, 1974. Green brochure “Physical Chemical Zero Discharge Waste Treatment System.” Letter from R. H. Ahrens regarding a hut custodian for Conrad Kain Hut. May 9, 1973. Letter to Bob Ahrens regarding the placement of a hut custodian for the Conrad Kain Hut. May 1, 1973. Letter on yellow carbon to Milt E. Goddard regarding the placement of a hut custodian with a “firm hand.” Jan 13, 1972. Letter from M. E. Goddard regarding the erection of the Conrad Kain Hut and discussion of administration of the hut. Jan 5, 1972. Letter to Milt Goddard regarding suggestions on the running of the Alpine Hut at Boulder Camp. Nov 25, 1971. Notes for a letter to Milt Goddard on Hotel Fort Garry stationary. Letter from R. H. Ahrens in thanks for suggestions and forwarding it to M. Goddard. July 19, 1971. Letter to R. H. Ahrens regarding trails, photographs, the proposed shelter at Boulder Camp and suggestions. July 12, 1971. Letter from R. H. Ahrens regarding a conversation about the Bugaboo Glacier Provincial Park. June 14, 1971. Letter on yellow carbon to Milt E. Goddard regarding the Boulder Camp Trail. July 2, 1969. Handwritten letter regarding funding for trail development. Signature illegible. Letter from M. E. Goddard regarding the request of funds for trail development June 18, 1969. Letter on yellow carbon to Milt E. Goddard regarding trail development and monetary support. June 3, 1969. Manila envelope with blue “A Hans Gmoser Ski and Mountain Film address sticker. Letter on blue carbon from Philippe Delesalle to H. A. V. Green President of the Alpine Club of Canada, regarding Proposed Conrad Kain Hut, promising to send a report and drawings of the hut, which would allow for 35 visitors to cut down on costs. Dec 9, 1963. “Proposed Conrad Kain Hut” by Philippe Delesalle. Dec 9, 1963. Letter from Philippe Delesalle requesting Gmoser’s comments on the hut. Dec 10, 1963. Two copies of the fold out “Proposed Conrad Kain Hut for the Bugaboos Boulder Camp, BC.”Dec 1963 designed by Cohos-Delesalle and Associates Architects. Drawings of cut aways and room design. Designed by Cohos-Delesalle and Associates Architects. Two fold out copies of “A Fiberglass Igloo.” Designed by Cohos-Delesalle and Associates Architects. May 1964. “Baffin Island Igloo for Colonel P. D. Baird. Designed by Cohos-Delesalle and Associates Architects. Fold out design for a “Biovac Hut for Twelve.” Designed by Cohos-Delesalle and Associates Architects. April 1964.

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Title Source: Supplied title.

Content Details: Proposed Conditions for CMH Summer Permit in the Bugaboos- numbers 1-25. Letter on yellow carbon from Canadian Mountain Holidays regarding the stoppage of the climbing school at Boulder Camp in the Bugaboos due to Parks Canada pressure. Letter from M. E. Goddard, Regional Manager of Ministry of Recreation and Conservation regarding Gmoser’s previous letter indicating at the Branch pressured him into closing the summer operations in the Bugaboos. Goddard indicates that people advertising summer climbing schools should be brought to ministry attention, and “you must have realized your presence there would end eventually…it was solely your decision to terminate your summer operations in the Bugaboos.”Sept 8, 1978. Letter to Milt E. Goddard criticizing the Parks handling of the summer operation in the Bugaboos, regarding the stoppage of use of the Conrad Kain Hut. Gmoser suggests that others are advertising climbing schools without qualifications are using the hut accommodation and asks to be heard by Parks officials. July 12, 1978. Letter from M. E. Goddard discussing the discontinued operation of the Mountain Climbing School in the Bugaboos, thanking him for his past operations and wishing them success in the future. June 28, 1978. Four pages of handwritten “Proposed Conditions for CMH Summer Permit in the Bugaboos.” Letter on yellow carbon to M. E. Goddard advising the discontinuation of Mountain Climbing School and Guide Service at the Boulder Camp in the Bugaboos. The program was operated at a loss, and the new rules for operation would raise costs and lower service. May 1, 1978. Letter on yellow carbon to the Honourable Grace McCarthy, Minister of Trade and Tourism regarding the Conrad Kain Hut, listing proposed injustices and the CMH’s beneficial use of the hut. March 10, 1978. Attached “Proposed Conditions for CMH Summer Permit in the Bugaboos Letter from William Putnam regarding Bugaboos conflict, details regarding Battle Abbey renovations. Feb 21, 1978. Photocopy of letter from William Putnam to M. E. Goddard regarding “occupancy problems” re overcrowding at the Conrad Kain Hut and providing advice on the “non-residents of Canada and generally ungrateful” visitors who are not led by commercial guiding services. Feb 21, 1978. Letter on yellow carbon to William Putnam enclosing a letter from George Trachuk regarding the Bugaboos. Feb 8, 1978. Letter from William Putnam asking what to write, with postscript regarding Battle Abbey. Jan 24, 1978. Letter from M. E. Goddard regarding the new Brach position for the Conrad Kain Hut. Jan 9, 1978. Letter from Parks Branch to William Putnam regarding his comments on the new Branch wide policy. Draft letter from William Putnam to The American Alpine Club regarding a new method of running the camp based on American visitors. August 23, 1977. Yellow carbon half page from CMH, handwritten regretfully discussing the cancellation of the trip to see the European hut system. Feb 7, 1978. Letter from Phil Whitfield cancelling the trip to look over the European hut system, due to the cancellation of the European trip. Feb 1, 1978. Letter on yellow carbon to P. R. Whitfield in response to the Parks sponsoring the informational trip to Europe. Oct 25, 1977. Letter on yellow paper from Phil Whitfield regarding setting up a guided tour of European mountain huts for BC Parks representatives. Oct 20, 1977. Letter, four pages, to the Honorable Grace McCarthy regarding the Boulder Camp, Parks conflict with CMH and the small size of the Conrad Kain Hut. Discusses the use of the hut by “a small group of welfare and unemployment insurance recipients…the main instigator not even being a legal resident of Canada.” Includes list of fees for the climbing schools and suggestions for building of a larger structure and to take a team to Europe. Sept 3, 1976. Letter from G. Trachuk in thanks for a meeting. Jan 16, 1975. Photocopy of letter to R. H. Ahrens, Director, Provincial Parks regarding the Conrad Kain Hut and suggestions on the operation of other huts, such as the Boulder Camp. Dec 19, 1974. Letter on yellow carbon from Bruce Harding, General Manager CMH, to Chris Sadlier regarding hut fees payment request. July 5, 1977. Photocopy of handwritten letter regarding hut fees. July 4, 1977. Letter on yellow carbon to Milt E. Goddard regarding stoppage of use of the Conrad Kain Hut. March 25, 1977. Letter from M. E. Goddard regarding termination of Conrad Kain Hut privileges. Feb 28, 1977. Letter on yellow carbon to Honorable Even Wolfe, Minister of Finance enclosing a letter sent to Honorable Grace McCarthy. Sept 3, 1976. Letter on yellow carbon to John L. Bouldbee requesting suggestions on working with Parks. Sept 13, 1976. Letter from John L. Boultbee enclosing a letter sent to Evan Wolfe and warning that Gmoser will have to explain if he pays the BC sales tax on food and liquor and why he chooses to live in Alberta. Aug 17, 1976. Letter from John L. Boultbee to Evan Wolfe regarding Gmoser and recreational investment in his services. Aug 17, 1976. Five pages of notes and names for letters to John Bouldbee and Grace McCarthy, among others. Letter from M. E. Goddard regarding termination of use of Conrad Kain Hut and the allowance of a semi permanent camp. With note written in pencil. Aug 12, 1976. Photocopy of letter to R. H. Ahrens, Director, Provincial Parks regarding mountain rescue and the Conrad Kain Hut. Dec 19, 1974. One page of handwritten notes for the prior letters. Letter on yellow carbon to Chris Sadleir, Assistant District Superintendent Department of Recreation and Conservation regarding the continued use of the Conrad Kain Hut. Aug 29, 1975. Letter on yellow carbon from Bruce Harding to Chris Sadleir regarding the hut fees and a trip to Europe for Parks personnel. Letter from C. W. Sadlier regarding the enclosure of the Order-In-Council giving Parks authority to collect hut fees and declaring that money must be collected each night, also discussing the stoppage of Forest Service cutting snags in the park. June 16, 1975. Photocopy of amendment of Clause charging hut fees and limiting time spent in the huts at Mt. Assiniboine and Bugaboo Glacier Provincial Park. May 29, 1975. Letter from N. O. Blackburn, Regional Supervisor Department of Recreation and Conservation Parks Branch regarding photographs for the hut and raising the issue of sharing the Conrad Kain Hut. March 24, 1975. Letter on yellow carbon to Norm Blackburn regarding copies of pictures. March 1, 1975. Letter on yellow carbon from P.A. Lever to R. H. Ahrens sending information on the Humus Toilet for the Conrad Kain Hut. Feb 11, 1975. Letter to Norm O. Blackburn on yellow carbon outlining issues discussed with guides who worked at Boulder camp, including responsibility of rescue, rescue equipment, training Parks staff on rescue equipment and the requirement of a second helicopter pilot trained for rescues. Aug 29, 1974. “Tentative Suggestions for Supplies at Boulder Camp.” July 27, 1974. Letter on yellow carbon to Norm O. Blackburn regarding suggested supplies and instillation of equipment. July 27, 1974. Letter from N. O. Blackburn in receipt of suggestions. Aug 16, 1974. Photocopy of “Tentative Suggestions for Supplies at Boulder Camp.” July 27, 1974. Letter from Norm O. Blackburn regarding suggestions, photographing by Rudi Gertsch, supplies and use of the stove. May 15, 1974. Letter on yellow carbon to Norm Blackburn regarding suggestions and photographer Rudi Gertsch. April 22, 1974. Letter on yellow carbon to R. Ahrens regarding chemical waste treatment. Jan 27, 1974. 2 copies of letter from Advanced Waste Treatment Systems. Jan 4, 1974. Green brochure “Physical Chemical Zero Discharge Waste Treatment System.” Letter from R. H. Ahrens regarding a hut custodian for Conrad Kain Hut. May 9, 1973. Letter to Bob Ahrens regarding the placement of a hut custodian for the Conrad Kain Hut. May 1, 1973. Letter on yellow carbon to Milt E. Goddard regarding the placement of a hut custodian with a “firm hand.” Jan 13, 1972. Letter from M. E. Goddard regarding the erection of the Conrad Kain Hut and discussion of administration of the hut. Jan 5, 1972. Letter to Milt Goddard regarding suggestions on the running of the Alpine Hut at Boulder Camp. Nov 25, 1971. Notes for a letter to Milt Goddard on Hotel Fort Garry stationary. Letter from R. H. Ahrens in thanks for suggestions and forwarding it to M. Goddard. July 19, 1971. Letter to R. H. Ahrens regarding trails, photographs, the proposed shelter at Boulder Camp and suggestions. July 12, 1971. Letter from R. H. Ahrens regarding a conversation about the Bugaboo Glacier Provincial Park. June 14, 1971. Letter on yellow carbon to Milt E. Goddard regarding the Boulder Camp Trail. July 2, 1969. Handwritten letter regarding funding for trail development. Signature illegible. Letter from M. E. Goddard regarding the request of funds for trail development June 18, 1969. Letter on yellow carbon to Milt E. Goddard regarding trail development and monetary support. June 3, 1969. Manila envelope with blue “A Hans Gmoser Ski and Mountain Film address sticker. Letter on blue carbon from Philippe Delesalle to H. A. V. Green President of the Alpine Club of Canada, regarding Proposed Conrad Kain Hut, promising to send a report and drawings of the hut, which would allow for 35 visitors to cut down on costs. Dec 9, 1963. “Proposed Conrad Kain Hut” by Philippe Delesalle. Dec 9, 1963. Letter from Philippe Delesalle requesting Gmoser’s comments on the hut. Dec 10, 1963. Two copies of the fold out “Proposed Conrad Kain Hut for the Bugaboos Boulder Camp, BC.”Dec 1963 designed by Cohos-Delesalle and Associates Architects. Drawings of cut aways and room design. Designed by Cohos-Delesalle and Associates Architects. Two fold out copies of “A Fiberglass Igloo.” Designed by Cohos-Delesalle and Associates Architects. May 1964. “Baffin Island Igloo for Colonel P. D. Baird. Designed by Cohos-Delesalle and Associates Architects. Fold out design for a “Biovac Hut for Twelve.” Designed by Cohos-Delesalle and Associates Architects. April 1964.

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Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Scope & Content: One file pertaining to correspondence regarding “William Putnam”.

Date Range: 1979-2006

Reference Code: M224 / 55

Description Level: 5 / File

Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Description Level: 5 / File

Series: IV.C. Textual records

Accession Number: 8111

Reference Code: M224 / 55

Date Range: 1979-2006

Physical Description: 2.5 cm of textual records.

Scope & Content: One file pertaining to correspondence regarding “William Putnam”.

Subject Access: Discovery and Exploration; Environment and Nature; Family and personal life; Sports and Recreation

Title Source: Supplied title.

Content Details: Letter to William Putnam discussing calendar edits, and sale of Battle Abbey to CMH. Aug 30, 2006. Hand written photocopy with enclosed poopsheet planning a trip, signed Bill. May 22, 1987. Photocopy of typed letter with itinerary. Stamped with name of William Putnam. Dates July 11-29. “This is a copy of what I sent to Hans Gmoser a month ago. WLP.” Letter “penultimate memo” July 11-19, 1987, one page typed, one page handwritten. Letter addressed to “Luv” on William Lowell Putnam stationary with trip planning details. Dec 31, 1987. Letter from William Putnam describing some group members and equipment. Three notes in margins. Jan 13, 1988. Letter to Margaret Gmoser from William Lowell Putnam. Planning trip and thanks for previous grocery shopping. Dec 9, 1987. Letter to Margaret Gmoser from William Lowell Putnam, sent chapter of novel and discusses the Abbey. Jan 9, 1987. Letter of membership to the Champlain Society with handwritten note to Margaret from “Bill” (William Lowell Putnam). May 1987. Letter to Margaret from William L. Putnam regarding membership in an organization and renovations to the Abbey. Letter from William L. Putnam regarding a visit to Battle Abbey and a list of repairs. Jan 14, 1985. Letter to Margaret from William L. Putnam regarding society membership, Monashees hiking, renovations to Abbot’s basement. “Sent in my note re ‘Order of Canada’; yr man has a lot of friends- and he deserves them.” May 19, 1986. Letter from William L. Putnam to Robson Gmoser. “Your undated application for employment…I regret to inform you that his recommendation was denial on the grounds of incompetence, sloth, prior condition of servitude and a well documented disrespect for high ecclesiastical authority.” Feb 6, 1984. Handwritten letter from William Putnam to “Gorgeous” presumably Margaret. Dec 20, 1984. Letter from William L. Putnam to Margaret. “I presume you’ve heard the deal we worked with Hans for the UIAA at Battle Abbey.” Oct 20, 1984. Letter typed on BOSS MAN stationary dated “before Xmas.” Mentions package of seeds to be planted at the Abbey. Letter from William Putnam to Margaret regarding Pat Brewster’s death, Battle Abbey. Nov 19, 1982. Three stapled invoices for Canadian Mountain Holidays. Alpine Meats and Delicatessen, Freeze dried food from Abominable ski shop, groceries for first ascent week. July 16, 1980. Yellow advertisement for a Trasmissometer. Note written by John to Bill on 10/31/79. Battle Abbey List of supplies, handwritten. Letter from David C. Henley regarding an incident between Jack Cade and other members of the first ascent party led by Bill Putnam at Battle Abbey July 19-25, 1980. List of Questions for Pat Brewster Letter from William Putnam with scheduling conflicts. June 17, 1982. Letter from William Putnam to Margaret listing questions that he wished she ask of Pat Brewster. Two typed pages. Aug 18, 1982. Letter from William Putnam to Margaret regarding pine martin, Robson, cooking at Battle Abbey. April 14, 1982. Yellow photocopy of letter to Patrick A. Boswell, Crag and Canyon from William Putnam, regarding a literary project and a search for biographical information. April 14, 1982. Yellow photocopy of letter to E. J. Hart of the Archives of the Canadian Rockies from William Putnam regarding biographical information on specific people from Banff and Lake Louise. April 8, 1982. Letter from Andy to Margaret regarding food for Battle Abbey. June 22, 1981. Letter from Andy to Margaret regarding arrangements. June 22, 1981. Letter from Andy to Margaret regarding people and food. June 24, 1981. Letter from William Putnam regarding revised itinerary. With handwritten postscript for Margaret. June 22, 1981. Letter from William Putnam to Kauff marked “Margaret FYI” regarding mountain rescue and a week at the Abbey. June 6, 1981. Letter from William Putnam to Margaret regarding dates for the Abbey. May 11, 1981. Letter from William Putnam to “Beautiful” presumably Margaret on Alpine Club Stationary. Arrangements for dates at Abbey and inventory. Oct 20, 1980. Letter from William Putnam to Margaret on The American Alpine Club stationary. Regarding groceries and meals, itinerary. May 25, 1981. Copy of letter from William Putnam to Kauff regarding people for the trip, inventory, travel pans and taxation. May 25, 1981. Letter from David Henley to William Putnam regarding invite and early arrival at the Abbey. May 12, 1981. Handwritten note on a photocopy of letter to the editor “Punendal Neuritis from Biking,” suggesting sexual dysfunction from bike riding. Note suggests that Hans and Margaret take this into consideration on their trips to Austria and Hungary. Note from Bill William. 9/3/81. Copy of letter from William Putnam to Margaret. Regarding arrangements, renovations, a bell for the lodge. Feb 6, 1981. Letter from William Putnam to the “Gmosers (one and all) regarding solar equipment, intercom and skiing at Battle Abbey. March 9, 1981. Grocery supplies Letter from Andy to Margaret regarding grocery supply problem. May 31, 1980. Letter from Wiliam Putnam to Margaret regardeing body count at Battle Abbey during sauna construction. Photocopy of letter from William Putnam to Philippe regarding renovations and materials. May 28, 1980. Photocopy of letter from William Putnam to Andrew Kauffman regarding various weeks of people and food inventory at the Abbey. May 28, 1980. Three pages of music entitled “Sounds of the Battle Range--- Abbey Repertoire.” Oct 20, 1979. Photocopy of Abbey Plumbing Sp (?) Aug 1979. Letter to William Putnam regarding shopping list, and arrangements, remote weather stations. Handwritten note at top in Gmoser’s writing “What about booms that came out of the Abbey? Permission for Place names in newsletter.” April 17, 1991. Letter from William Putnam regarding building materials, past visitors to the Abbey and cost of remote weather station. April 9, 1991. Letter to William Putnam informing that the King is not coming to Battle Abbey. Dec 5, 1990. Letter from William Putnam regarding St. Patrick’s day and inability to attend opening cerimonies at Battle Abbey. Nov 13, 1990. Photocopy of newspaper article “Holyoke parade committee gives award to Putnam.” Letter from William Putnam to Mark Kingsbury regarding edits to a document for the Abbey, and equipment pick up. With handwritten note from Mark to Hans. Oct 19, 1990. “Report to the More or Less Faithful Battle Abbey- 1900 by Ye Olde Abbot. Information regarding projects completed, weather conditions. Report on Battle Abbey Water in the summer, winter, sauna pump instructions and specifics on operation of all items. Note at top, “Hans, draft for your comment.” Letter to Mr. Sabino Fernandez Campos writing at the request of William Putnam “requests the honour of the presence of H.M. The King of Spain or his son,” at the centennial celebrations of the Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona in April or May of 1994. Aug 18, 1990. Email to Miguel Arias asking for advice on how to write to a King. July 10, 1990. Fax from Miguel Arias asking Gmoser to contact the King of Spain by letter for the secretary to read. July 9, 1990. Letter to Miguel Arias explaining the request to have the Kign attend and possibly give a talk. June 11, 1990. Letter from William Putnam regarding entrance to the Loweel Observatory’s Board of Advisors. May 22, 1990. Letter from William Putnam regarding pipe fittings and thanks for the time at the Abbey. April 6, 1990. List of items for the Abbey from William Putnam. April 5, 1990. Drawings for sauna chamber, 2 pages. Letter from William Putnam regarding Abbey condensation and guides and cook hiring. March 31, 1989. Letter from William Putnam regarding missing Hans at the Abbey, renovations and masonry. March 23, 1989, Photocopy of newspaper article “Latest trustee for Lowell simply carries on tradition.” Marked for Leo. The Sun, Flagstaff Arizona, March 14, 1989, Handwritten notes, two pages double sided in pencil, list of things for Abbey. Letter from William Putnam regarding “Bindy’s ministrations at Battle Abbey.” Enclosed money, with handwritten note “Not enclosed.” Regarding list of materials. November 29, 1988. Handwritten letter to “Bear” (Putnam) regarding frist aid cabinet list. Unsigned. Nov 19. Letter to William Putnam regarding the King, the Canadian Centre for Mountaineering. May 15, 1988. Handwritten note from Putnam “Here’s some stuff for Miguel.” April 19.

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Scope & Content: One file pertaining to correspondence regarding “Book Editing Requests”, "Expedition Sponsorship", and "Heli-ski proposal".

Date Range: 1962-1988

Reference Code: M224 / 56

Description Level: 5 / File

Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Description Level: 5 / File

Series: IV.C. Textual records

Accession Number: 8111

Reference Code: M224 / 56

Date Range: 1962-1988

Physical Description: 0.5 cm of textual records.

Scope & Content: One file pertaining to correspondence regarding “Book Editing Requests”, "Expedition Sponsorship", and "Heli-ski proposal".

Subject Access: Discovery and Exploration; Environment and Nature; Family and personal life; Sports and Recreation

Title Source: Supplied title.

Content Details: "Book Editing Requests" Handwritten letter from Leo LeBon requesting photograph of Erling Strom. April 26, 1988. Letter to John Garden complimenting book “The Guiding Spirit,” and providing edit notes. Aug 18, 1986. Letter to John Garden with notes on his manuscript and a decision not to write a forward. Nov 23, 1985. Letter from John Garden asking if Gmoser would be interested in reading a manuscript. Aug 16, 1985. Letter thanking Gmoser for selling the book at his lodges. Aug 16, 1985. Letter hand written and photocopied on yellow paper to Phil regarding a photograph and photographer from the Icefield in 1960. April 18, 1979. Letter from P. J. Dowling regarding photographs for a book. April 12, 1979. Letter to Margaret from P. J. Dowling regarding photographs. April 2, 1979. Letter to Phil in response to letter from Margaret regarding photographs. April 2, 1979. Letter to Margaret from P. J. Dowling regarding photographs and Clair Brown. March 21, 1979. "Expedition Sponsorship" Everest 1986 Folder Postcard from Jean Troillet from Kathmandu Nov 12, 1987. Air Mail from the Embassy of Switzerland, “Swiss-Polish K2 Big Wall Expedition 87.” June 1, 1987. Three page handwritten letter from Jean recounting their K2 trip. Jan 30, 1986. Photograph of Everest by Jean Trollet 8.4.86 V68 redirect. Curriculum Vitae Jean Troillet written in French. “Chronique de l’Everest” from Everest Expedition 1986 North Face “Solo,” three pages. Letter from Chic Scott informing of permission from the Nepalese Government for Dhaulagiri I, regarding letterhead. Feb 13, 1979. Letter from Chic Scott with the Canadian Himalayan Foundation, with thanks and a tax receipt for donation, information about 1959 trip, two pages on blue paper. Jan 4, 1979. Letter from Chic Scott with thanks for Dhaulagiri Expedition patronage. March 22, 1978. Letter to Chic Scott agreeing to patronage and apologizing. Yellow copy, March 13, 1978. Letter from Chic Scott clarifying duties as patron, “it is simply the respect and credibility of your name which we require.” March 6, 1978. Letter to Chic Scott in thanks for request of patronage, and asking for clarification of responsibilities. Yellow copy, Feb 10, 1978. Letter from Chic Scott explaining the trip and asking for patronage. Jan 19, 1978. Photograph of Dhaulagiri mountain and route noted. V68 redirect. Typed list of people “Spring Skiing in the Bugaboos 1965.” “Found this in the Bugaboos scrap book.” Note on stationary regarding some of the people listed. "Heli-ski proposal" Letter from Department of Northern Affairs and National Resources regarding receipt of proposal for helicopter service for skiers in two ski resorts of Banff. Dec 13, 1962. Letter from Arthur Smith to Arthur Patterson. Regarding concern over precedent and noise levels. Jan 25, 1963. Letter from [illegible] to Arthur (Art) Patterson describing the benefits and costs of helicopter skiing, and the search for government approval. Feb 14, 1964.

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Scope & Content: One file pertaining to correspondence and other documentation regarding "Nostalgia Week".

Date Range: 1994-2005

Reference Code: M224 / 57

Description Level: 5 / File

Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Description Level: 5 / File

Series: IV.C. Textual records

Accession Number: 8111

Reference Code: M224 / 57

Date Range: 1994-2005

Physical Description: 1.5 cm of textual records.

Scope & Content: One file pertaining to correspondence and other documentation regarding "Nostalgia Week".

Subject Access: Discovery and Exploration; Environment and Nature; Family and personal life; Sports and Recreation

Title Source: Supplied title.

Content Details: Canadian Mountain Holidays Guest List- BU- 05/04/09- two pages of names. Canadian Mountain Holidays Complete Package Trip Bill Summary – two pages of names, with over half of names discounted at $0.00 for nostalgia Week Comp. 05/04/19. Canadian Mountain Holidays Complete Package Trip Bill Summary – two pages of names, with over half of names discounted at $0.00 for nostalgia Week Comp. 05/04/16. Canadian Mountain Holidays Guest List- BU on yellow paper, two pages. 05/04/16. Three pages of an email to Marion Kingsbury with lists of visitors Subject line “2005 BU 16&17.” Copy of CMH News Number 24 October 1994- with long article “Looking Back on Thirty Years” by Hans Gmoser, with photographs, and pencil check marks on some of the names. Email from Lloyed Gallagher to Natasha Wiebe regarding guest list for “Helicopter Skiing in the Bugaboos.” March 31, 2005. Letter to William Lee regarding invitation to celebrate the anniversary of the first weeks of Heli-skiing in the Bugaboos. Dates of reunion: April 9-15, 2005. Jan 16, 2004. Photocopied Shirley April Itinerary in note “Where I’m invited with several other Old Timers for Hans Gmoser’s farewell “Nostalgia Week” I can only spare four nights.” Feb 7-March 24, 2005. Yellow sheet with diagram of North and Central wings with numbers and x marks. 02/23/05/ Blank yellow sheet with diagram of South wing and ground. Email from Natasha Wiebe with list of attendees. Feb 15, 2005. Letter from Jackie Koroscil regarding thanks for invitation but decline due to mobility. Feb 7, 2005. List of contact information for eight people, with check marks and crossed off. Two pages, horizontal reading. Two photocopied pages of Canadian Mountain Holidays Complete Package Trip Bill Summary with documentation of Nostalgia week comp. 04/04/03. Fax from Nichole regarding attendance list for Nostalgia Week 2004. April 16, 2003. Two photocopied pages of Canadian Mountain Holidays Complete Package Trip Bill Summary with documentation of Nostalgia week comp. 04/04/03. Screenshot of Waitlist faxed for week 03CA16. 01/21/03. Two photocopied pages of Canadian Mountain Holidays Complete Package Trip Bill Summary with documentation of Nostalgia week comp. 03/04/05. Screenshot of Waitlist faxed with note from Nichole. 12/11/02. Handwritten list “People for BA 2000 13-20 April.” Canadian Mountain Holidays Guest List- BU 02/04/06. Two photocopied pages of Canadian Mountain Holidays Complete Package Trip Bill Summary with documentation of Nostalgia week comp. 02/04/06. Two photocopied pages of Canadian Mountain Holidays Complete Package Trip Bill Summary with documentation of Nostalgia week comp. 03/04/05. 2 copies of Canadian Mountain Holidays Guest List- BU 02/04/06. Two photocopied pages of Canadian Mountain Holidays Complete Package Trip Bill Summary with documentation of Nostalgia week comp. 01/04/07. Two photocopied pages of Canadian Mountain Holidays Complete Package Trip Bill Summary with documentation of Nostalgia week comp. With handwritten note at bottom from Elizabeth. 01/04/07. Two photocopied pages of Canadian Mountain Holidays Complete Package Trip Bill Summary with documentation of Nostalgia week comp. With handwritten note at bottom from Elizabeth. 01/04/07. Fax to Peter Geyer in German regarding arrangements. Feb 9, 2000. Fax from Peter Geyger in German regarding arrangements. Feb 9, 2000. Fax to Miguel Arias clarifying availability for April of 2001 or 2002. Feb 4, 2000. Fax from Miguel Arias regarding Nostalgia Week availability. Feb 1, 2000. Fax to Martin and Shelley Heuberger in German regarding trip to Bobbie Burn April 29-May 6. Dec 23, 1999. Fax to Piotre Konopka in German regarding schedule. Dec 23, 1999. Fax from Piotr Konopka in German regarding April 29-May 6, 2000 trip. December 23, 1999. Fax to Michael Laimer organizing a trip with friends, requesting their names. Dec 13, 1999. Card from Jo and Anne to Margaret and Hans in thanks for the invitation to the Cariboos Nostalgia week. Fax to Miguel Arias Molinas regarding a past visit to Spain and a future trip. June 24, 1997. Fax from Miguel Arias Molinas tentatively accepting initiation to the Bugaboos. May 19, 1997. Fax from Lorne O’Connor in thanks for invitation to the 1998 trip to the Bugaboos. May 26, 1997. Fax from Lorne O’Connor with contact information. May 26, 1997. Letter from Rene H. Duss in German regarding invitation to Nostalgia Week. May 22, 1997.

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Correspondence: Condolence

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Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Scope & Content: One file pertaining to condolence correspondence.

Date Range: 2006-2007

Reference Code: M224 / 59

Description Level: 5 / File

Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Description Level: 5 / File

Series: IV.C. Textual records

Accession Number: 8111

Reference Code: M224 / 59

Date Range: 2006-2007

Physical Description: 2 cm of textual records.

Scope & Content: One file pertaining to condolence correspondence.

Subject Access: Discovery and Exploration; Environment and Nature; Family and personal life; Sports and Recreation

Title Source: Supplied title.

Content Details: Email from Preb Stritter. Two pages typed. July 8, 2006. Letter from Carl Grillmair. One page typed. Littlerock, CA. July 11, 2006. Letter from Morton Gurrentz. One page typed. Pittsburgh, PA. July 7, 2006. Letter from Gerald and Alison Hankins. One page typed with attached photos- redirect V68. Canmore, AB. July 15, 2006. Empty envelope from Erwin Tontsch. Badweissee, Germany. 15.07.06. Floating photograph-redirect V68. Letter from Bill and Ki Clough. Two pages typed with handwritten postscript. New London, New Hampshire. July 11, 2006. Email from David McClung. One page typed. July 7, 2006. Email from Suzie Culley Bounous. One page typed. July 9, 2006. Email from Ken Glaze. Half page typed. July 25, 2006. Follow up email from Ken Glaze clarifying he flew for Bow Helicopters starting in 1974. July 25, 2006. Email from Scott and Barbara Henderson. One page typed. Colorado. July 20, 2006. Email from Jerry Johnston. Half page typed. July 21, 2006. Group email from 30 people hiking in the Cariboos, many employees of CMH. Page and a half typed. July 11, 2006. Letter from Jean and Tom. Two page letter and empty envelope. Kitchener, On. July 23, 2006. Letter from illegible. One page handwritten and empty envelope. From Italy. July 2006. Letter from Woody MacLaren. One page typed. Dornoch, Scotland. Email from Gota Isono representing the Japanese Mountain Guides Association. Half page typed. July 27, 2006. Letter from Maylou Stratheir (sp?) One page typed and empty envelope. Squamish, BC. July 20, 2006. “Hans Gmoser Memories.” One page typed, two pages handwritten. Kay and Hausweli (sp?) Switzerland. Aug 8, 2006. Letter from Gordon A. Logan. One page typed. Mercer Island, Washington. Aug 7, 2006. Card from John Duffy. All handwritten. Email from Derek and Barbara McManus. Two pages typed. Aug 13, 2006. Card, letter and envelope from Robert Kruszyna. Card and two additional pages handwritten. Randolph, NH. Aug 15, 2006. “Canadian Mountain Holidays,” by Preston Parish. Two pages typed. Letter from Karl E. Ricker. One page handwritten. Whistler, BC. July 1-, 2006. AEROSKI Magazine copy in English and copy in German- “In memoriam Hans Gmoser” July 2006. Two page double sided biography with images. Hand written card from Jake Care, Helen Solvdat. July 31, 2006. Mrs. J. R. MacKenzie. One double sided page handwritten. Calgary. Sept 16, 2006. Postcard. Written in English with Japanese signature. August 20, 2006. Photographs attached- redirected V68. Letter from Dusan and Rada Polajnar. One page typed. Slovenia. Aug 24, 2006. Three photographs attached- redirected V68. Card and envelope from Lena Kmmblola. Verband Sudtiroler Bergfuhrer Associazione guide alpine Alto Adige. Italy. July 7, 2006. Card and envelope from Leon Blumer. Written on envelope is “Mt. Blackburn Expedition. Kelowna, BC. Card has tape residue on front. July 14, 2006. Card and envelope from the Consulate General of Austria- Commercial Section Austrian National Tourist Office, Toronto. July 19, 2006. Typed letter and card from Luis F. Ordas. Madrid. July 7, 2006. Letter from R. A. Perrot. Two pages typed. Channel Islands. July 11, 2006. Letter and envelope from Michaelle Jean, Governor General. One page typed. Rideau Hall, Ottawa. July 21, 2006. Letter and envelope from Otto Ditz, Austrian Ambassador. One page typed. Ottawa. July 31, 2006. Card signed by PM Stephen Harper. July 11, 2006. Letter from Jimmie Spencer from the Canada West Ski Areas Association. One page typed. Vernon, BC. July 17, 2006. Email in German from Paul Reider. July 19, 2006. Email from the Austrian Trade Commission, Vancouver, requesting email contact address. July 12, 2006. Letter from Hugh Smythe, President, Intrawest Mountain Resorts. One page typed. July 6, 2006. Card from Arnold Midgly, of the Canadian Ski Museum. One page handwritten. Ottawa. July 18, 2006. Card from Sr. Ervin Eppinger. Argentina. Card from Loni and Walter von Rotz. Letter from Bruce Keith, Executive Director of the Alpine Club of Canada. July 7, 2006. Email from Michael, Suzanne, Water and Gretl contains condolences and information about Gmoser’s Mother and Father’s places of birth. Letter attached from G. James (Jim) Roush to Margaret expressing condolences. Feb 21, 2007. Letter addressed to Margaret from J. Mark Taggart in condolence for Hans’ death. November 20, 2006. Mark Taggart enclosed a three page draft letter he failed to send to Hans, with nostalgia and remembrances. Sept 7, 2006.

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Correspondence: General

https://archives.whyte.org/en/permalink/descriptions23050

Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Scope & Content: One file pertaining to general business and personal correspondence.

Date Range: 1959-2002

Reference Code: M224 / 58

Description Level: 5 / File

Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Description Level: 5 / File

Series: IV.C. Textual records

Accession Number: 8111

Reference Code: M224 / 58

Date Range: 1959-2002

Physical Description: 1.5 cm of textual records.

Scope & Content: One file pertaining to general business and personal correspondence.

Subject Access: Discovery and Exploration; Environment and Nature; Family and personal life; Sports and Recreation

Title Source: Supplied title.

Content Details: Letter to Patrick Duffy re previous $25,000 donation to Bruno’s first book. October 25, 2006 crossed out and replaced with 07/08/01. Letter to Fran Jeffery re information and cheque on the David Thompson statue and plaque with Conrad’s name on it. Information about Margaret’s parents Keir and Peggy October 25, 2006 crossed out and replaced with 04/02/03. Fred Pessl’s 100th Birthday Party draft letter describing the gift of a Enzian picked July 1951 with a page of Gmoser’s diary. Oktober 25, 2006 crossed out. Handwritten letter on lined paper to John and Gerti thanking them for “looking after me those days in Banff.”October 10, 1969. Handwritten letter on lined paper to John and Gerti regarding Leo’s driving, trip to Chicago, possibility of building a new family home in the Bugaboos. Nov 2nd. Six copies of Frank Stark’s memorial speech, each one and a half pages. Series of letters and documents, including blank questionnaire regarding a Research project about Austrian Immigrants to Canada, July 10, 1995, April 21, 1997. Letter from Donald J. Bourdon Head Archivist Whyte Museum Archives in thanks for donation and enclosed fonds level description dated Aug 11, 1995. Three fax-interviews with series of questions from Alexander H. Lauber in German dated 08/06/96, 08/06/96, 17/05/96. Letter from Wolfgang Lert requesting Gmoser join the Board of Directors of the International Skiing History Association. March 21, 1996. Stapled Winter 1995 Skiing Heritage Magazine. Letter to Robin Patterson from the Royal British Columbia Museum regarding request for information on Gmoser and heli- skiing. Aug 30, 2006 (date likely wrong, letter is in response to letter from July 20, 2001). Letter in support of the Canadian Ski Museum’s proposed project in conjunction with the Virtual Museum of Canada. Dated Feb 1, 2007 crossed out and replaced with 30/08/05. Attached biography of Gmoser from the Canadian Ski Museum. Letter in German to Hermann Reisach. Dated October 25, 2006 with date crossed out and replaced with 05/05/02. Letter to Linda Stark marked “Hans Personal” regarding a loan of $2500, and a second sheet shows a budget. June 12, 1987. Letter to Hans Ektvedt regarding a return of a note to Erling Strom, due to his passing away. Dec 3, 1986. Letter from Hans Ektvedt regarding a planned CMH trip, and informing of the death of Erling Strom. Nov 20, 1986. Letter to Peter Mackie regarding Kokanee Hut, comments in response to conceptual drawings. August 29, 2006 crossed out. Letter from Hank Krawczyk enclosing slides of the Adamants Project, and summary of cruise information and timber values. Oct 6, 1993. “Monashee Run Use Report Summary- Soards Creek Economics” “Galena Run Use Report Summary- Triune Shoulder Pilot Project” Two pages of notes in Gmoser’s handwriting. V68 redirect for 7 slides. Photocopied letter from Pertti Skarteinen regarding forest management in Finland. 26.8.91. Three letters between Gmoser and Pertti Saarteinen regarding Finland and problems cashing a cheque. Aug 6, 1991-July 8, 1991. Testimonial to Arthur Tauck. Reference letter regarding their business partnership. Sept 19, 1998. Letter to Elli, in German, typed on Hans Gmoser stationary discussing the details of the Mt. Logan trip, its financing through Weekend Magazine. July 7, 1959. Letter from Daniel L. Stephenson in response to an article about the sale of CMH. June 20, 1995. Letter to Marty Flug regarding CMH corporate structure breakdown of shareholders and financial statements for Bugaboo Helicopter Skiing Ltd. Financial information and stock option plan. Gmoser hoped to sell some Bugaboo shares in order to break even with bank debt. Signed Pat in pen and “Hans. Encl. Dictated but not read.” July 15, 1982. Email to Mark Re: “Changeover and Guidance for New Position.” Recounts past discussions of future running of the company, the date at which Mark would be named president, the importance of reading each day, setting a good example, care to details with speed and efficiency. May 5, 1990. Email to “The Directors of Canadian Mountain Holidays Inc.” RE: “Phase Out Plan for Hans and Changes in Top and Mid Level Management.” Includes detailed schedule 1989-1991, and outlines stock option plan. Dated Jan 25, 1989.- two copies. Legal action over the use of the name “Cariboo Helicopter Skiing.” Letter from Vallance and Company regarding a complaint over an ad in the Albertan ski page “as a matter of formality to complain about the ad.” Dec 5, 1975. Letter from Vallance and Company to Messrs. Laven, Laven and Harben Barristers and Solicitors claiming that the error does not fall with CMH but with the paper. Dec 5, 1975. Photocopy of advertisement in question. From Harper Ski Sports. Letter from Vallance and Company advising that there is no legal right to stop Mike Wiegle from advertising that he can offer ski trips in the mountain areas. “You will recall my earlier advice to you that these mountains are the property of everyone and the names are the property of no one.” At the time he suggests that it does not matter that Mike is not running trips in the area at this time. March 22, 1974. Letter on yellow carbon to David Thomas from Travel and Leisure regarding Mike Wiegele and American Express membership. Gmoser attaches letters of complaint from past customers of Wiegele and suggests that he is a “sharp operator.” March 22, 1974. Letter from Vallance and Company regarding a Notice of Motion over the name. Jan 7, 1974. Copy of “The Trial Division of the Supreme Court of Alberta Judicial District of Calgary” application will be made Jan 28, 1974. Copy of “The Trial Division of the Supreme Court of Alberta Judicial District of Calgary” with Michael Wiegele Affidavit. Letter from Laven, Laven and Harben to Vallance and Company regarding the name “this can only be considered a blatant attempt to confuse, and I would ask that steps be taken to have the matter rectified immediately.” Oct 29, 1973. Stamped on this copy: “This is Exhibit A referred to in the Affidavit of Michael Wiegele.” Letter from Vallance and Company to A. Harben clarifying the use of the term and the use of it at the CMH building. Oct 31, 1973. Stamped on this copy: “This is Exhibit B referred to in the Affidavit of Michael Wiegele.” Copy of “The Trial Division of the Supreme Court of Alberta Judicial District of Calgary” with Carol Gauden Affidavit stating that she was directed to CMH instead of Cariboo Mountain Skiing, because of the sign. Letter on yellow carbon to Hugh Landerkin of Vallance and Company from CMH enclosing a cheque for $75 “in payment of your fee referring to the Cariboo Helicopter Skiing Ltd. case.” Feb 18, 1974. Letter from Vallance and Company finalizing the case that has been dropped and rendering account payable. Feb 5, 1974. Letter from Vallance and Company regarding possible litigation from Laven and Company. Nov 6, 1973. Copy of letter from Laven and Company to Vallance and Company not accepting the use of the term and threatening further action. Nov 2, 1973. Letter from Vallance and Company keeping Gmoser up to date with the litigation. Oct 31, 1973. Second copy of letter from Laven, Laven and Harben to Vallance and Company regarding the name “this can only be considered a blatant attempt to confuse, and I would ask that steps be taken to have the matter rectified immediately.” Oct 29, 1973. Second copy of letter from Vallance and Company to A. Harben clarifying the use of the term and the use of it at the CMH building. Oct 31, 1973. Letter from Vallance and Company regarding the name change. June 6, 1973. Photocopy of letter from Laven and Company to Vallance and Company regarding the name confusion. May 31, 1973. Letter on yellow carbon to Vallance and Company regarding a letter from William Richards to be used in the Mike Wiegele case. April 10, 1973. Copy of letter from William Richards sent to Mike Wiegele, regarding a mix up in change of reservation with CMH through Cariboo Helicopter Skiing, and the confusion over the two companies. April 4, 1973. Letter from Lloyd MacKay Barrister and Solicitor Gmoser’s listing in the phone book as “Caribou Helicopter Skiing Ltd.” as opposed to “Caribou Helicopter Skiing.” Dec 19, 1972. Letter from H. Lloyd MacKay Barrister and Solicitor arranging a meeting. Oct 19, 1972. “Lowry, Rondeau et al. v. Canadian Mountain holidays et al. v. Canadian Mountain Holidays et al. Some Legal Aspect of Heli-Skiing from D. Ross Clark Partner- marked in blue inkl: “Hans” 14 pages. Sections highlighted in yellow. Diagram of Precipitation from Vancouver, Coast Range, Interior Plateau, Cariboos Monashees, Mica Creek, Selkirks Purcells, Bugaboo Lodge, Rockies, Banff, Mt. Allen, to Calgary 1 copy in blue ink, 1 copy photocopied Letter to Peter Van Wagner in response to letter with pictures, reminiscences. Oktober 25, 2006 crossed out and replaced with 02/08/03. “Admiral Gmoser” song composed by Marin Siegerman. Three pages, 18 six line rhyming couplet stanzas. “Premiere Bugaboo Lodge- Friday, April 14, 1972, in the illustrious presence of the Ruler of the Bugaboos in his suite.” Email to “All Managers and Lodge Staff” Re: “How we live at the Lodges,” describing the proper attunement into natural surroundings October 25, 1993. Attached newspaper article entitled: “Losing sign of nature at the cottage” by Kelvin Browne. Three letters between Gmoser and Frank Beckey dated Oct 25, 1972, Nov. 17, 1972, May 14, 1973. Tension in letters regarding markings at the area around Walter Creek and capitalism. Email to “All Area Manager, Kobi Wyss and Mark Kingsbury” Re: “Special Operating Procedures to minimize impact on Wildlife while Heli-Skiing/Hiking.” August 12, 1988.

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Correspondence: Political

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Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Scope & Content: One of two files pertaining to correspondence regarding politics and "Political Memberships and Correspondence".

Date Range: 1987- 2002

Reference Code: M224 / 48

Description Level: 5 / File

Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Description Level: 5 / File

Series: IV.C. Textual records

Accession Number: 8111

Reference Code: M224 / 48

Date Range: 1987- 2002

Physical Description: 3 cm of textual records.

Scope & Content: One of two files pertaining to correspondence regarding politics and "Political Memberships and Correspondence".

Subject Access: Discovery and Exploration; Environment and Nature; Family and personal life; Sports and Recreation

Title Source: Supplied title.

Content Details: Letter Aug 17-22, 89 from Michael Wilson regarding national debt Group letter from CMH Heli-Skiing April 27, 89 and letter back from Michael Wilson- handwritten note about Bugaboos Letter and info from MP for Wild Rose Louise Feltham July 4, 1989 Letter to MP Bill Jarvis June 24, 1989 Letters to David Summerville March 19, 1989 Letters regarding train whistles October 10, 1988 Letter to Michael Wilson June 20-26, 1989 federal sales tax system Letter from Special Assistant in reply to letter to PM Brian Mulroney Letter to Joe Clark Minister of External Affairs Feb 14, 1989 Letter from Brian Mulroney April 26, 1989 Letter to and from Anne Edwards regarding tourism May 10, 1988- July 11, 1988- response notes on back Letter to Jim Dinning regarding bill 30 July 3, 1988 Series of letters between Gmoser and John Turner December 15, 1987- April 14, 1988 Series of letters between Gmoser and Gordon Taylor December 1, 1987- March 22, 1988 Letters between Michael Wilson and Gmoser regarding government subsidization Aug 6, 1987-Jan 6, 1988 Letter from Special Assistant Naseem Nuraney in response to letter to Paul Martin regarding aviation security after September 11, 2001 dated March 20, 2002 Letter from Paul Martin MP airport security Feb 5, 2002 Letter on behalf of Jean Chretien dated Feb 6, 2002 Letter on behalf of Jane Stewart regarding General Occupations List June 22, 2001 Letter on behalf of Jane Stewart May 1, 2001 Letter regarding the Freedom Party in the Austrian Government April 10, 2000 Letter to Paul Martin regarding national debt Feb 1, 2000 Three faxes directed to the Minister of Foreign Affairs through three different offices Feb 29, 2000 Letter to Elinor Caplan regarding immigration Feb 16, 2000 Letter on behalf of Preston Manning global warming June 5, 1998 Letters from Don Boudria regarding third party regime Feb 10, 2000 Letter on behalf of Christine Stewart regarding climate change July 6, 1998 Letter from Paul Martin Sept 29, 1998 From Anne McLellan regarding pay equity Sept 21, 1998 From Pierre Pettigrew response education system and youth employment Dec 2, 1997 On behalf of Preston Manning regarding greenhouse gases Jan 23, 1998 On behalf of Christine Stewart greenhouse gases Jan 23, 1998 Letter to Preston Manning on greenhouse gases Dec 12, 1997 On behalf of Jean Chretien regarding youth employment Sept 18, 1997 Fax to Ralph Klein Premier Letter to Ralph Klein August 16, 1997 Letter from Ralph Klein in response to support Feb 6, 1996 List of Province of British Columbia Minister/Deputy Minister List Updated June 9, 1997 Letter from Assistant Deputy Minister Parks Department Denis O’Gorman Oct 11, 1996 regarding Mt. Assinboine Lodge Draft for discussion RE: The New Proposal Call Process for Mount Assinboine Lodge Oct 28, 1996 Letters regarding Mt. Assiniboine Lodge between Gmoser and Denis O’Gorman Aug 2, 1996 and Aug 16, 1996 Faxed copy of letter from Wayne Stetski to Paul Leeson April 3, 1996 Faxed copy of letter from Paul Leeson to BC Parks re Mt. Assiniboine Lodge and Park April 3, 1996 Meeting notes with Paul Leeson, Alex Green, Glenn Campbell, Len Robbins, Roger Tierney re permit for operation of Mt. Assinboine Lodge April 16, 1996 Letter from Wayne Stetski to Barb and Sepp Renner Sept 27, 1996 Letter from Sepp and Barbara Renner to Paul Ramsey Oct 2, 1996 Photocopy newspaper article “Renners granted reprieve” and photocopied cartoon Press Release Draft RE: Barb and Sepp Renner Welcome New Tender Process for Mount Assiniboine Lodge” Oct 1996 Letter from Sepp and Barb Renner to Denis O’Gorman July 3, 1996 Letter to Barb Renner from Darcy J. Allan RE: Mount Assiniboine Lodge concession renewal May 15, 1996 Letter from Barb and Sepp Renner to Denis O’Gorman RE: The Mount Assiniboine Lodge Tender Bid May 17, 1996 Letter to Barb Renner from Darcy Allan May 15, 1996 Letter from Moe Sihota Minister to Gmoser March 15, 1996 Faxed copy of letter from Moe Sihota to Marcia and Jim Beckern January 23, 1996 Letter from Wayne Stetski to Gmoser Feb 7, 1996 Letter from Gmoser to Moe Sihota Jan 20, 1996 Letter from Moe Sihota to Gmoser Dec 22, 1995 Letter from Moe Sihota to Gmoser Oct 11, 1995 Photocopy of Operations Permit Proposal Evaluation Dated Jan 10, 1996 Photocopy of Mount Assiniboine Lodge Proposal Evaluation October 31, 1995 Fax from Provincial Government Communications Office Feb 9, 1995 with list of Province of British Columbia Minister/Deputy minister List Letter on behalf of Preston Manning regarding Gun control legislation (Bill C-68) August 31, 1995 Letter from Paul Martin to Gmoser regarding budget July 17, 1995 Letter from Glen Clark regarding increased international services Feb 22, 1995 Letter on behalf of John Manley regarding tourism Dec 30, 1994 Letter from Paul Martin regarding tourism and federal government subsidies Dec 9, 1994 Letter on behalf of Bill Barlee regarding international interior airport Oct 31, 1994 Letter from Paul Martin regarding government spending Nov 10, 1994 Letter from Paul Martin regarding reduced spending Sept 23, 1994 MLA Janis Tarchuk recognition at Canadian embassy in Washington, April 13, 2006.

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Correspondence: Thank You Letters

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Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Scope & Content: One file with thank you letters.

Date Range: 1962-2006

Reference Code: M224 / 47

Description Level: 5 / File

Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Description Level: 5 / File

Series: IV.C. Textual records

Accession Number: 8111

Reference Code: M224 / 47

Date Range: 1962-2006

Physical Description: 1 cm of textual records.

Scope & Content: One file with thank you letters.

Subject Access: Discovery and Exploration; Environment and Nature; Family and personal life; Sports and Recreation

Title Source: Title based on records.

Content Details: From Jack MacKenzie regarding CMH Jan 3, 1993 From Jack Liecor [?] for book “25 years of CMH Heli-Skiing” 3/10/92 From Peter Lemieux working with CMH July 13, 1990 From Mark Taggart letter and typed comments from up in Gothics March 24, 1987 and attached photograph of Gothics opening week with V68 redirect. From Stewart Tremaine April 5, 1995 Card from Fleet (sp?) Card from Arnold Midgley (sp?) Jan 5, 06 Letter from ? July 15, 2005 Card from Linda April 2005 Card from Jim Tarrant July 31, 2003 Letter from Liesel (Mark and Elizabeth Workun) August 31, 1997 Letter from Bill Noble Sept 24, 1997 Letter from William Lowell Putnam Aug 19, 1994 Card from Freddie (Frances Carter?) August 31, 1996 Letter from Wild Uillin (sp?) and Sweet Damn (sp?) re sale of CMH June 20, 1995 Letter from Bruce Roberts thank you for Norway trip organization June 27, 1994 Letter from May Hind Feb 7, 1994 with attached reminiscences from Mother Oct 1962 Photocopied article in paper Feb 1991 announcing retirement of Gmoser from CMH Photocopied articles from Oct 1990 regarding “hiatus from CMH.” Thanks and comments on book “25 Years of CMH Heli-Skiing” from Gorgon Logan Dec 10, 1991 Letter from Elsa and Jo 19.viii.88 Letter from Addie (illegible?) discussing the sale of “our company” and thanking the Gmosers for everything: “my happiness and satisfaction in life in general have been derived from my jobs.” Three pages, handwritten. Aug 5, 1995. Letter from Wolfgang Lert thanking Gmoser for his “very strong personal views” against “Muzak” and other luxuries. June 25, 1992. Letter from Pete and Barbara discussing the past, reminiscing about past trips, mention of “The Father of Heli-Skiing” article and apologizing for not appearing at Gmoser and Margaret’s wedding. One double sided page handwritten. Nov 16, 1998. “The 100 Most Influential Skiers of All Time” by Steve Cohen, photocopy from Ski Dec 1999 p 99-105. Gmoser at #36.

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Correspondence: VIP's

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Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Scope & Content: One of two files pertaining to correspondence with VIP's.

Date Range: 1972-2007

Reference Code: M224 / 45

Description Level: 5 / File

Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Description Level: 5 / File

Series: IV.C. Textual records

Accession Number: 7877, 8111

Reference Code: M224 / 45

Date Range: 1972-2007

Physical Description: 2 cm of textual records.

Scope & Content: One of two files pertaining to correspondence with VIP's.

Subject Access: Discovery and Exploration; Environment and Nature; Family and personal life; Sports and Recreation

Title Source: Supplied title: Title based on records.

Content Details: Lady in Waiting to Crown Princess of Norway with attached pictures from the Gothics Jan 20, 1989. V68 redirect. Peter Lougheed Oct 27, 1993 Christmas/New Years card from Christmas 1997 Signed by Sonja and Harald CR with attached photograph Christmas 1992 “thank you for the beautiful calendars” signed Sonja, Harald, Martha Louise and Haakon with attached photograph Invitation from King and Queen to Margaret and Hans to dinner March 12, 1992 with menu Lady in Waiting to Crown Princess of Norway thanks for greeting and calendars Dec 4, 1990 Christmas card 1991 from Harald and Sonja with handwritten postscript and attached photograph Letter from Miguel Arias Nov 28, 1990 with magazine picture of Gmoser and attached Travel and Service News Ski Aerias 1990-91 Letter from Pierre Trudeau thank you for photographs Sept 8, 1972 Letter on behalf of King of Sweden regarding visit at Bugaboo Lodge March 7, 1980 Christmas card 1989 signed by Harald and Sonja with attached photograph Christmas card 1988 signed by Harald and Sonja with attached photograph Christmas card from Jeanne Jauve (?) and Leanne Jeinn (?)from Rideau Hall (Governor General) Letter on behalf of Crown Princess Sonja for 1990 calendar Oct 26, 1989 Originally following items in folder marked "the King" Letter in thanks for the calendar, and happy holidays and New Year on behalf of King of Spain. Dec 31, 2003. Christmas and New Year card from King of Spain and wife Sofia, 1999, with attached photograph. Christmas card from Christmas 1993 from King Harald, Sonja, Haakon, Martha Louise, with attached photograph. Christmas card from 2002 from Harald and Sonja, with attached photograph. Christmas card from 1999 from Harald and Sonja, with attached photograph. Christmas card from 2003 from Harald and Sonja, with attached photograph. Christmas card from 2004 from Harald and Sonja, with attached photograph. Christmas card from 1985 from Harald and Sonja, with attached photograph. Condolence letter from Sonja to Margaret Gmoser, 8, 2, 2007, with envelope. Christmas card from 2007 to Margaret from Harald and Sonja, with attached photograph. Christmas card from 2006 from Harald and Sonja, with attached photograph.

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Correspondence: VIP's

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Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Scope & Content: One of two files pertaining to correspondence with VIP's.

Date Range: 1969-2003

Reference Code: M224 / 46

Description Level: 5 / File

Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Description Level: 5 / File

Series: IV.C. Textual records

Accession Number: 8111

Reference Code: M224 / 46

Date Range: 1969-2003

Physical Description: 2 cm of textual records.

Scope & Content: One of two files pertaining to correspondence with VIP's.

Subject Access: Discovery and Exploration; Environment and Nature; Family and personal life; Sports and Recreation

Title Source: Supplied title: Title based on records.

Content Details: Letter from Secretary General Sabino Fernandez Campo in Madrid Oct 26, 1989 Christmas card from Government House Jeanne Sauvé and Leanne Jeinn [?] and illegible Letter on card from Madrid Nov 22, 1988 Letter from Madrid Feb 16, 1989 from Marques De Mondejar Letter from Madrid October 3, 1988 from Marques De Mondejar Note on behalf of the King of Spain Holiday card from Famile Skardarasy Christmas and New Year card from Shirley and Harry 1987, 1988 with attached photograph Austrian Evening by Austrian National Tourist Office and Tyrolean Tourist Board Feb 14, 1988 - note “phoned regrets 3/2/88” Showing of the Austrian Film “Winter Assignment Austria” by The Federal Economic Chamber and I.C.C. Feb 13, 1988 Reception to meet the members of the Austrian Olympic Team Feb 15, 1988 Christmas card from the Austrian Embassy Ottawa Letter on Behalf of the Queen of Spain Dec 9, 1987 Empty envelope with Royal imprint on back from Dec 17, 1987 Norway Christmas card from 1987 signed by Harald and Sonja with attached photograph and two loose sheets with handwritten greetings dated 6/12/87 Holiday card from Brian Mulroney signed by Mulroney, Mila, Ben, Caroline, Mark, Nicholas [as PM? Canadian National Motto and Crest on front] Holiday card from Government House handwritten and signed by Jeanne Sauvé Letter from Marques de Mondejar on behalf of the King in thanks for calendar January 15, 1986 and Carbon copy of letter from Hans to King Letter from Pierre Trudeau in thanks for calendar Oct 24, 1984 Letter to Crown Princess Sonja in response to Christmas card and letter Dec 24, 1986- letter attached dated 1/12 86 Christmas card 1986 signed by Harald and Sonja with photograph attached Christmas card 1984 signed by Harald and Sonja with handwritten postscript and photograph attached Typed letter from Francine Bellanger inviting to State Dinner in honour of King and Queen of Spain March 12, 1984 letter dated Feb 29, 1984 Letter to Dr. Hedwig Wolfram Austrian Ambassador to Canada dated Sept 29, 1985 in response to attached letter Aug 16, 1984 Christmas card from Pierre Trudeau also signed by Justin, Sacha, Michel Letter from Pierre Trudeau in thanks for photograph Sept 10, 1969 Letter from Pierre Trudeau requesting a photograph and responding to concern about Lake Louise June 16, 1969 Letter from Pierre Trudeau in response to letter of support Nov 15, 1972 Christmas card 1983 signed by Sonja with handwritten postscript with photograph attached Letter from Oslo, Jan 10, 1984 on Crown Princess’ stationary signature illegible Happy Easter and New Year in Spanish 1984 [?] signed Typed letter from Sonja dated May 24, 1983 inviting them to say at Skaugum- two handwritten preliminary itineraries included Christmas card from Harald and Sonja, with photograph attached, 1994. [Filed in “Personal Letters and Cards.”] Christmas card from Harald and Sonja, with photograph attached, 1990. [Filed in “Personal Letters and Cards.”] Typed note with handwritten postscript to Margaret and Hans from Sonja in thanks for the 2003 calendar. 12-2-2003. [Filed in “Personal Letters and Cards.”]

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Diaries and Logbooks

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Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Scope & Content: One of five files pertaining to Diaries and Logbooks.

Date Range: 1947-1983

Reference Code: M224 / 36

Description Level: 5 / File

Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Description Level: 5 / File

Series: IV.C. Textual records

Accession Number: 8111

Reference Code: M224 / 36

Date Range: 1947-1983

Physical Description: 2.5 cm of textual records.

Scope & Content: One of five files pertaining to Diaries and Logbooks.

Subject Access: Discovery and Exploration; Environment and Nature; Family and personal life; Sports and Recreation

Title Source: Title based on records.

Content Details: ACMG Guide Book with Validation Seals and Client Register 1965-1983 (grey folded notebook) Red Simpson Memorandum Book- Across the Ice Fields - April 2- May 1. Back contains notes regarding planning for CBC film Gyproc Yellow notebook Mt. Blackburn Expedition May 17, 1958-June 5, 1958 Tourenbuch I. Teil.- 1947-July 28, 1951- photographs and stamps

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Film Documentation: Posters

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Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Scope & Content: Oversize box and exterior folder.

Date Range: 1983-2006

Reference Code: M224 / O.S. Category "A"

Description Level: 5 / File

Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Description Level: 5 / File

Series: IV.C. Textual records

Accession Number: 7361, 8111

Reference Code: M224 / O.S. Category "A"

Date Range: 1983-2006

Physical Description: 0.5 cm of textual records.

Scope & Content: Oversize box and exterior folder.

Subject Access: Discovery and Exploration; Environment and Nature; Family and personal life; Sports and Recreation

Title Source: Supplied title.

Content Details: Nine copies of “With Skis and Rope” poster from the Banff Crag and Canyon, printed in brown ink. “High Road to Skiing” film brochure, colour, with adverting information and rates. “Rendezvous in the Selkirks” poster with black and white photographs and orange background, on heavy paper/cardboard. National Geographic Live Spring 2006 “Heli-Skiing in the Canadian Rockies” colour poster. Black and white poster negative “Vagabonds of the Mountains”- “Tickets at Celebrity Box office Premier Cycle and Sports Alpine Smylie”- Two images of skiers tenting by mountains- “A story showing people who enjoy deep powder skiing in the Canadian Rockies and Climbing the High Alaskan Peaks”- “Jubilee Auditorium Oct 28- Admission $1.25 Narrated by Hans Gmoser”. Originally stored in Cardboard Tube marked “Vagabond of the Mts. B & W Separation” Ottawa 1983. Black and white poster negative, [Image of mountains and skiers at a distance], Originally stored in Cardboard Tube marked “Vagabond of the Mts. B & W Separation” Ottawa 1983. Poster: “The Banff Ski Runners Present Hans ‘With Skis and Rope.’

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Hans Gmoser fonds

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Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Scope & Content: Fonds consists of films, video recording, sound recordings, textual records and photographs produced and collected by Hans Gmoser. Film series (I.) includes: A.1. Presentation films by Hans Gmoser Productions, 1956-1967, 10 items. Feature-length adventure/annual films, mainly silent for live narrat…

Date Range: [ca.1950-ca.1995]

Reference Code: M224 / S49 / V68

Description Level: 1 / Fonds

GMD: Motion picture; Film; Video; Photograph; Album; Negative; Photograph print; Sound recording; Reel to reel; Textual record; Map; Private record; Published record

Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Description Level: 1 / Fonds

Fonds Number: M 224; S 49; V 68

Sous-Fonds: M 224; S 49; V 68

Accession Number: 5650, 5878, 6802, 7361 (unprocessed), 7877 (unproc), 8111 (unproc)

Reference Code: M224 / S49 / V68

GMD: Motion picture; Film; Video; Photograph; Album; Negative; Photograph print; Sound recording; Reel to reel; Textual record; Map; Private record; Published record

Date Range: [ca.1950-ca.1995]

Physical Description: 25 motion pictures: 41 film reels, also audio reels and magnetic track. -- 17 film reels, 7 film strips, 1 video recording. -- 25 sound recordings. -- 15.5 cm textual records. -- ca.640 photographs: negatives, copy negatives, prints. -- 2 photograph albums. -- 39 cartographic records: maps, some annotated.

History / Biographical: Hans Gmoser, 1932-2006 was born in Braunau, Austria in 1932. During his long career he worked as a mountain guide, mountaineer, ski instructor, skier, cinematographer, lecturer, and founder and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Canadian Mountain Holidays. Hans Gmoser was also an active cyclist and was based in Banff and Harvie Heights, Alberta.; Gmoser gained early skiing and mountaineering experience in post-war Austria before emigrating to Canada with his friend Leo Grillmair in 1951. Lizzie Rummel gave him his first job in the mountains at Mount Assiniboine. By 1953 he was working as a mountain guide and founded Rocky Mountain Guides Ltd. (Canadian Mountain Holidays CMH) in 1957. That year he began filming promotional films containing climbing and skiing adventure sequences. He first used fixed-wing aircraft and later helicopters, starting in 1963, to transport clients for spring skiing and summer climbing. Gmoser toured throughout North America promoting his skiing and climbing films, attracting large audiences with his inspiring lectures.; Gmoser built Bugaboo Lodge in 1968, the first of six lodges which also include Bobbie Burns, Galena, Gothics, Adamants and Cariboo lodges, to serve international heli-skiers and heli-hikers. Gmoser retired from Canadian Mountain Holidays in 1993. Hans Gmoser received honourary memberships in the Alpine Club of Canada and the International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations. He was elected to the Honour Roll of Canadian Skiing and the U.S. National Ski Hall of Fame and received the Banff Mountain Film Festival Summit of Excellence Award. In 1987 Hans Gmoser was awarded the Order of Canada.

Scope & Content: Fonds consists of films, video recording, sound recordings, textual records and photographs produced and collected by Hans Gmoser.; Film series (I.) includes: A.1. Presentation films by Hans Gmoser Productions, 1956-1967, 10 items. Feature-length adventure/annual films, mainly silent for live narration with background music. Some with sound tracks. A.2. Edited versions of presentation films, 1959-1968, 5 motion pictures. B. Other films by Hans Gmoser, 1962-[1969], 8 motion pictures. C. Out-takes, fragment and miscellaneous films, 1960-ca.1970, 17 film reels; Skifarri - Head Hunter film, 1924-1950s, 7 negative strips. D. Collected films, ca.1960, 1972, 2 motion pictures.; Other series are: II. Video recording, 1979; III. Sound recordings (not related to films) include 23 reel to reel tapes of classical and traditional folk songs, 1961 and 1979; IV. Textual records, ca.1955-ca.1995, in the form of film documentation, script to "Ski's over McKinley," certificates, Order of Canada correspondence and information, personal papers and correspondence, maps and other records; V. Photographs, 1950-1986. Photographs pertain to ski trips, climbing expeditions to Mt. Logan, Mt. Robson, Wapta Glacier, Columbia Icefields, Canoe Glacier, Rodgers pass trip, mountaineering clubs, Trudeau/Bugaboo trip, Assiniboine Lodge, portraits of Lizzie Rummel, Erling Strom, and Jim Davies. Albums consist of photographs taken during ski trips in Austria.; Films depict a mixture of skiing and climbing including spring skiing, powder skiing, glacier skiing on Columbia Icefield, heli-skiing in the Rockies and Selkirks and ascents of Mount Logan, Yukon, and Mounts Blackburn and McKinley, Alaska, also rock and ice climbing. Feature length films consist of, or are accompanied by, all or some of the following elements: 16mm originals (A and B rolls); work prints, out takes, 16mm mag track (sound); 1/4" audio tape (background music to accompany narration, 7 items); teasers (TV film clips) and the following items included in the textual records: narration scripts, teaser text, descriptive flyers, press releases, annual pamphlets and ad solicitation for same, censor certificates, related correspondence, maps, oversize promotional posters for Gmoser's films "With Ski and Rope" 1957, and a handmade poster by Banff Ski Runners for "Adventure Bound" and related ephemera.

Name Access: Gmoser, Hans

Subject Access: Commerce and industry; Exploration, discovery and travel; Sports, recreation and leisure; Transportation

Access Restrictions: Some restrictions on access to originals; Copyright, privacy, commercial use and other restrictions may apply

Language: Language is primarily English; Includes some material in German

Finding Aid: Finding aids and reference tools: arrangement outline; series and file description; electronic finding aid; video reference copies for some films in sub-series I.A.

Creator: Gmoser, Hans

Category: Commerce and industry; Exploration, discovery and travel; Sports, recreation and leisure; Transportation

Biographical Source Notes: accession record, Hans Gmoser; Chic Scott's bio/obit notes 2006.

Title Source: Title based on accession record and contents of fonds

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Letters to the Editor

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Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Scope & Content: One file pertaining to Letters to the Editor.

Date Range: 1988-2000

Reference Code: M224 / 43

Description Level: 5 / File

Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Description Level: 5 / File

Series: IV.C. Textual records

Accession Number: 7877, 8111

Reference Code: M224 / 43

Date Range: 1988-2000

Physical Description: 0.5 cm of textual records.

Scope & Content: One file pertaining to Letters to the Editor.

Subject Access: Discovery and Exploration; Environment and Nature; Family and personal life; Sports and Recreation

Title Source: Supplied title.

Content Details: Crag and Canyon- Salt Jan 23, 88 Crag and Canyon- Chilean fruit and national debt March 18, 89 Crag and Canyon- Mr. Turner and Mr. Broadbent Parliament April 28, 1989 Calgary Herald- Chilean fruit and national debt March 18, 89 Globe and Mail- Ben Johnson and 1988 Summer Olympics Oct 10, 1988 Globe and Mail – jobs and secondary education May 11, 1997 Globe and Mail- Liberal politics Oct 13, 1993 Crag and Canyon- Air Canada and Mr. Petrak Dec 11, 1991 Craig and Canyon- trail network Feb 2, 1990 Calgary Herald- Liberal Leadership Convention June 23, 1990 Letter to Vice-President Sales and Marketing Subaru Six Star Review Joe Anwyll re sensible energy efficient cars- October 25, 2006 crossed off. “Phoned to CBC Taly Bacy Show 94.01.07” regarding deficit and Paul McLaughlin Fax to the Globe and Mail 05-11-97 (back letter from Ann) Globe and Mail- CLC and foreign investors Dec 11, 1991

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Memberships and Work Qualifications

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Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Scope & Content: One of two files pertaining to Memberships and Work Qualifications.

Date Range: 1946- 2000

Reference Code: M224 / 27

Description Level: 5 / File

Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Description Level: 5 / File

Series: IV.C. Textual records

Accession Number: 7877

Reference Code: M224 / 27

Date Range: 1946- 2000

Physical Description: 1 cm of textual records.

Scope & Content: One of two files pertaining to Memberships and Work Qualifications.

Subject Access: Discovery and Exploration; Environment and Nature; Family and personal life; Sports and Recreation

Title Source: Supplied title.

Content Details: Association of Canadian Mountain Guides- Guide’s Book- Certification 1962. Rest of book blank. Canadian Ski Instructor’s Alliance White book. Issued in 1963. Two red CSIA emblems, 1965 and 1980-81. List of Annual fees paid 1965-1974, photograph and signature. Passed examinations of Canadian Ski School in 1956, April 1967, May 1971. Association of Canadian Mountain Guides Identification Card- International Union of the Mountains Guides Associations- valid for 1993. With stamped photograph and validating signatures. International Union of the Mountains Guides Associations-Identification Card- valid for 2000. With stamped photograph and validating signatures. Favorable reference letter from G. A. Short Foreman at Electric- Crafts Limited in Calgary. Feb 19, 1954. Favorable reference Letter from Manager of Davies Electric Company in Calgary. May 11, 1953. Two copies of reference letters in German about iron and steel works regarding job held from Sept 8, 1947-Sept 7, 1950. Reference letter in German from job held July 7, 1932-June 14, 1950. German letter of reference as electrician 8.9.1947-14.11.1951. German Class Certificate from July 8, 1950. Grades gut and sehr gut. German school Certificate July 8, 1950. German School Certificate from 1946, 47 listing classes, grades and teachers. July 19, 1947. German Certificate June 14, 1951. German Certificate Feb 11, 1951. Letter on Mount Assiniboine Lodge stationary from Erling Strom stating that Gmoser is a permanent resident of Banff and that his trip to the United States is a “between season visit.” June 30, 1954.

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Misc. Photographs

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Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Scope & Content: File pertains to a collection of various topics, mostly skiing and climbing, from predominantly the 1970s and 1980s.

Date Range: 1965-1987

Reference Code: V68 / V / PA 20 - 960 to 1000

Description Level: 5 / File

GMD: Photograph

2 images

Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Description Level: 5 / File

Fonds Number: M224 / S49 / V68

Series: V. Photograph Prints

Sous-Fonds: V68

Accession Number: 8111, 7877, 7361

Reference Code: V68 / V / PA 20 - 960 to 1000

GMD: Photograph

Date Range: 1965-1987

Physical Description: 40 photographs: prints, b&w; col.

History / Biographical: See fonds level description

Scope & Content: File pertains to a collection of various topics, mostly skiing and climbing, from predominantly the 1970s and 1980s.

Notes: V68/PA 965-971 enclosed with letter from Crown Princess of Norway Jan 20, 1989 from VIPs folder, V68/PA 972-977 from 7877, V68/PA 988-998 are photographs from Condolence correspondence, V68/PA 1000 from 7361. 960. [Gmoser receiving Order of Canada], 20 x 25.5 cm, colour, “GGC 87-420” written on back. 961. “Cariboo Mts Taken from Carr’s Lodge Looking SW”, March 3, 1971, 13 x 9 cm, colour, caption written on back, enclosed with letter discussing property for sale. 962. “Carr’s Lodge Taken from Fraser River Bank- looking NE”, March 3, 1971, 13 x 9 cm, colour, caption written on back, enclosed with letter discussing property for sale. 963. “Cariboo Mts and Fraser River from Carr’s Lodge looking south”, March 3, 1971, 13 x 9 cm, colour, caption written on back, enclosed with letter discussing property for sale. 964. [Gmoser in two shots], 6.5 x 14 cm, black and white, from 8111 Box 3/7 from Kodac Box. 965. [Man under Gothics Sign], 10 x 15 cm, colour, rounded corners. 966. [Woman in blue ski gear], 10 x 15 cm, colour, rounded corners. 967. [Three people], 10 x 15 cm, colour, rounded corners. 968. [Man and young boy], 10 x 15 cm, colour, rounded corners. 969. [Woman and young boy], 10 x 15 cm, colour, rounded corners. 970. [Woman and young boy], 10 x 15 cm, colour, rounded corners. 971. {Group of four], 13 x 18 cm, colour. From 7877 box 1/1. 972. “Lake O’Hara Lillian Gest, Conrad Gmoser, Robson Gmoser 1974?”, 9 x 13 cm, colour, caption written on post it note. 973. “Lizzie Rummel”, [Looking over valley], 13 x 9 cm, black and white, caption written on post it note. 974. “Ken Jones Summer 86 Assinboine”, 15 x 10 cm, colour, caption written on back. 975. “Ken Jones Summer 86 Assinboine”, 15 x 10 cm, colour, caption written on back. 976. “Veteran Ski Race March 99”, 18 x 13 cm, black and white, matt finish, “L-R Pat Duffy, Bruno Engler, Hans Gmoser, Leo Grillmair” written on post it note, caption written at front bottom. 977. Bruno Veteran Ski Race March 1999 [L-R Pat Duffy, Bruno Engler, Hans Gmoser, Leo Grillmair] 18 x 13 cm, black and white, matt finish. 978. “Bow Lake”, 10 x 7 cm, black and white, matt finish, inscription at bottom, from “Selected Real Photographs Canadian Pacific Rockies Photographed by Byron Harmon Photos.” 979. “Lake Louise”, [winter], 10 x 7 cm, black and white, matt finish, inscription at bottom, from “Selected Real Photographs Canadian Pacific Rockies Photographed by Byron Harmon Photos.” 980. “Lake Louise”, [summer], 10 x 7 cm, black and white, matt finish, inscription at bottom, from “Selected Real Photographs Canadian Pacific Rockies Photographed by Byron Harmon Photos.” 981. “Chateau Lake Louise”, 10 x 7 cm, black and white, matt finish, inscription at bottom, from “Selected Real Photographs Canadian Pacific Rockies Photographed by Byron Harmon Photos.” 982. “Consolation Lake”, 10 x 7 cm, black and white, matt finish, inscription at bottom, from “Selected Real Photographs Canadian Pacific Rockies Photographed by Byron Harmon Photos.” 983. “Mt. Temple”, 10 x 7 cm, black and white, matt finish, inscription at bottom, from “Selected Real Photographs Canadian Pacific Rockies Photographed by Byron Harmon Photos.” 984. “Moraine Lake”, 10 x 7 cm, black and white, matt finish, inscription at bottom, from “Selected Real Photographs Canadian Pacific Rockies Photographed by Byron Harmon Photos.” 985. “Lakes in the Clouds”, 10 x 7 cm, black and white, matt finish, inscription at bottom, from “Selected Real Photographs Canadian Pacific Rockies Photographed by Byron Harmon Photos.” 986. “Mt. Lefroy”, 10 x 7 cm, black and white, matt finish, inscription at bottom, from “Selected Real Photographs Canadian Pacific Rockies Photographed by Byron Harmon Photos.” 987. “Lake Agnes”, 10 x 7 cm, black and white, matt finish, inscription at bottom, from “Selected Real Photographs Canadian Pacific Rockies Photographed by Byron Harmon Photos.” 988. [Gmoser at Planica under biggest ski jump in the world], 10 x 15 cm, colour, from Dustan Polajnar. 989. [Rada Polajnar and Hans in Vrata valley, near waterfall Pericnik], 10 x 15 cm, colour, from Dustan Polajnar. 990. [Hans and Rada Polajnar in Vrata valley, under the Triglav north wall], 10 x 15 cm, colour, from Dustan Polajnar. 991. [Group of people listening to zither], 13 x 9 cm, colour. 992. [Hans playing zither], 13 x 9 cm, colour. 993. [Man playing zither], 13 x 9 cm, colour. 994. “Duers by Hans Gmoser Leo Grillmair Oct/52”, 9 x 13 cm, colour, caption written on back. 995. “The summit of Mt. Eisenhaus (Cath) Sept 52”, 15 x 10 cm, colour. 996. “Keir McGoogan en route to the summit Sept. 1952”, 15 x 10 cm, colour. 997. “Approaching Mt. Eisenhower Sept/52”, 15 x 10 cm, colour. 998. [Gmoser holding camera], 12 x 19 cm, Photograph by Erwin Tontsch, 1965, colour. 999. [Four people seated at table with red tablecloth, Hans Gmoser second from right], front bottom inscription “Peter Wingle 3/84”, 25 x 19 cm, colour, matt finish. 1000. “Jumbo to Bugaboo Jim McConkey, Glen, Hans Gmoser,” [Three people adjusting], photograph by E. Tontsch, 1965, 15 x 10 cm, colour, caption written on post it note. 1021. "Dhalagiri I, 26, 795, frmo the south west. Proposed line of ascent", [Image of peak with proposed ascent marked], 25.5 x 20 cm, black and white. 1022. [Photograph of Pierre Trudeau and Gmoser handshake], 25.5 x 20 cm, black and white. 1023. [From Mark Taggart letter and typed comments from up in Gothics March 24, 1987 and attached photograph of Gothics opening week], 15 x 10 cm, colour. 1024. "Everest, [?] Jean Troillet 8.4.86", 17.8 x 12.7 cm, colour.

Name Access: Gmoser, Hans; Rummel, Elizabeth; Rummel, Lizzie; Engler, Bruno

Subject Access: Activities; Awards; Discovery and exploration; Climbing; Backcountry skiing; Buildings; Environment and Nature; Exploration; Family and personal life; Mountains; Mountaineering; Order of Canada; Portrait; Photography; Professional and Personal Life; Scenery; Sports and recreation; Skiing; Ski areas

Geographic Access: Alberta; British Columbia; Canada

Language: English

Title Source: Title based on contents of file

Processing Status: Processed

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Newspaper and Magazine Clippings

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Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Scope & Content: One of two files containing newspaper and magazine clippings.

Date Range: 1957-2006

Reference Code: M224 / 63

Description Level: 5 / File

Part Of: Hans Gmoser fonds

Description Level: 5 / File

Series: IV.C. Textual records

Accession Number: 8111

Reference Code: M224 / 63

Date Range: 1957-2006

Physical Description: 2 cm of textual records.

Scope & Content: One of two files containing newspaper and magazine clippings.

Subject Access: Discovery and Exploration; Environment and Nature; Family and personal life; Sports and Recreation

Title Source: Supplied title.

Content Details: The Herald Magazine Calgary, Alberta Oct 24, 1969 with article: “Personality of the Week: Banff Alpinist Hans Gmoser Feels Most at Home in the Rarefied Air of the High Country.” P4-5, and image on front cover. “Mit ,,Heliskiing“ zum Millionar” in Radio Tips section of Freizeit. “Up By Air! The Adventure Filled Golden Years of Heli-Skiing” by John Fry in Skiing Heritage Sept 2006. With black and white pictures P8-13. Sonntag Kurier Feb 18, 1996. “Ein Linzer erfand das Heli-Skiing.” Short German article with image from “Land der Berge” (“Land of Mountains” rough translation) “Ski People- Hans Gmoser: Heli-skiing’s guiding light” by Gerald Vander Pyl. “Trudeau Bugaboo Slopes A Test,” discussing the planned trip of the PM. “Heli-Ski-Erfinder aus Traun sturzte in den Tod” from OONachrichten Osterreich July 8, 2006 “Over Use Threatening ‘Our Haven of Sanity’” article written by Don Thomas about a speech made to the Downtown Rotary Club. The Calgary Herald Sept 24, 1970. Two copies of Mrs. John Hartefeld of 213 Bear St. Banff preparing for the 1960 Canadian Icefields Expedition. “Long time friends of Hans Gamoser [sic].” “Much Ado About Bugaboo” by Johnny Hopkins article about Bugaboo Lodge in relation to PM Trudeau’s visit. The Calgary Herald Dec 21, 1972, “Helicopter skiing is great…and risky.” Interviews with Gmoser, information about training of guides. Three images. The Herald World of Television The week of Feb 26- March 4. Feb 25, 1966. Front cover image of Gmoser and Ron Chase and description of Travelling Skis film and airtimes. Banff Crag and Canyon Section II Nov 2, 1994. “Guiding generations gathered” article with image of Robson Gmoser, 25 and interview with Gmoser. Sonntag Kurier Feb 18, 1996. “Ein Linzer erfand das Heli-Skiing.” Short German article with image from “Land der Berge” (“Land of Mountains” rough translation) “Auf der Jagd nach schragen Vogeln” Hans Peter Stauber. “Carlos calls on Canada to help create “just societies” in The Citizen, Ottawa, March 13, 1984. “King Juan Carlos skis; Sophia returns home.” “Spain’s Carlos is splendid” by Charles Lynch. “King’s copter tastes trouble” by Wendy Smith. Im Spiegel unserer Zeit September 28, 1965 “Ein Bergurlaub in Den Rocky Mountains” by Von Dr. E. F. Schludermann, Winnipeg- written in German- several pen edits to page The Assiniboine Wrangler No. 13 Stowe, Vermont, December 1962 The Assiniboine Wrangler No.11 Stowe, Vermont, December 1960- last page mention of Gmoser’s use of Assiniboine Lodge in March The Assiniboine Wrangler No.10 December 1959 The Assiniboine Wrangler No. 9 December 1958 The Assiniboine Wrangler No.8 December 1957 Photocopied newspaper article with photograph of Dr. Wendeling Ettmayr, Austrian Ambassador to Canada, and Landeshauptmann Dr. Josef Puhringer (Governor of Upper Austria) with Hans Gmoser and the “Goldene Verdienstkreuz her Republik Osterreich” at the Landhouse in Linz-Austria. ACMG News Vol 25, Summer 2006. Article highlighted “Hans Gmoser honored by Canadian ambassador.” P7. At the Top: 100 years of guiding in Canada by R.W. Sandford 1996 by The Association of Canadian Mountain Guides and The Alpine Club of Canada- Forward written by Gmoser, p3. “The CMH Story” p. 22.

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