A group called Rails To Trails Conservancy wanted to revitalize the Highline railroad bed. By 1989, a plan was put together for what we know as the George S. Mickelson Trail.
Jaxon Thorson is an Emerging Media Producer for South Dakota Public Broadcasting. As a filmmaker, Jaxon loves to tell stories through Photos & Video. He attended the University of South Dakota where he majored in Media & Journalism and Minored in German & Film. Jaxon grew up in Rapid City and travels to Germany for visits with his family. He also enjoys going to the movies and listening to music.