Les was an inspiration, not really a member
The late Les Engstrom's wife, Sue, sent a note to the blog today.
Stan, I read the wonderful memories of Bryce Lundeen on your '65 website, and need to let you know that Les wasn't really a member of that Lake Darling ski team. Les , Chuck Tyson, Dave Anderson did have a ski team (club?) here in Alex when they were in high school - and even held a sanctioned tournament here - maybe on Lake Agnes or Henry? They had a slalom course and ski jump on Lake Darling near the Golf Club.
When the Lake Darling ski team was organizing, I remember Les trying to teach them how to wind up their ski ropes so they wouldn't get tangled just as an act was taking off! Les and the earlier club might have been an inspiration for Lake Darling Team, but I don't think he ever performed with them.
Wonderful memories. Bryce was awesome - a real dare-devil!
Sue
Thanks, Sue. We're still seeking photos of that dashing 60s ski team. May require a field trip by the trailboss.