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February 04, 2007
Renowned avalanche researcher dies
ALTA - A world-recognized pioneer in avalanche research died Thursday while doing what he loved best - skiing. Edward R. LaChapelle, long considered the grandfather of American avalanche science, spent his final morning powder skiing at Monarch Mountain in Silverton, Colo. Within an hour of reporting chest pains, the 80-year-old died. Yet LaChapelle's legacy will long outlive him,
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Posted by Sean at February 4, 2007 12:58 PM
