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Steve Bechtel on Skinner, Piana, Friendship, and Community

Steve Bechtel on Skinner, Piana, Friendship, and Community

Update: 2025-08-11
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Steve Bechtel is a Wyoming climbing legend who moved to Lander when the limestone at Wild Iris was discovered and helped to develop it alongside Todd Skinner and Paul Piana. 


In this episode we discuss the sides of Skinner and Piana that often get lost when listing accomplishments - their roles as friends and community builders. Their humanity.


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Steve Bechtel on Skinner, Piana, Friendship, and Community

Steve Bechtel on Skinner, Piana, Friendship, and Community

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