In 1963, Merv Lapin arrived in the Gore Creek Valley and at the fledgling Vail Ski Area. He has been active in Vail community affairs since day one. As the son and grandson of Lithuanian immigrants, Lapin understands the values of hard work, community spirit and the universal language of sport., Merv Lapin is the subject of this biographical document researched and written by VPL staff Lynn Albers. This is page 3 of the 3-page biography.