Background
Carlson, Robert Ernest was born on December 6, 1924 in Denver, Colorado, United States. Son of Milton and Augustine Barbara (Walter) Carlson.
architect lecturer freelance writer
Carlson, Robert Ernest was born on December 6, 1924 in Denver, Colorado, United States. Son of Milton and Augustine Barbara (Walter) Carlson.
Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering, University Colorado, 1951.
Professional Ski Instructor, 1952—1980. Architect H.D. Wagener & Associates, Boulder, Colorado, 1953-1975. Private practice architect Denver, 1975-1982.
Health and promotion consultant Alive & Well Consultant, 1982-1985. Freelance writer, since 1985. Member Colorado Governor's Council for Fitness, Denver, 1975—2006.
State race walking chairman United States Track & Field, Denver, 1983-1997, master United States of America track and field official, Denver, since 1990. Board directors Colorado Foundation for Physical Fitness, Denver, 1987-1993. Lecturer in field.
Volunteer Colorado Heart Association, 1985-1990, Better Air Campaign, 1986-1987, Cystic Fibrosis, 1989-1991, Multiple Sclerosis Society, 1988-1991, Qualife, 1989-1995, March of Dimes, 1989, United Negro College Fund, 1989, board trustees, 1990. Extended family geneologist from 1800, since 1995. With United States Army, 1943-1945, European Theatre of Operations.
Member Colorado Authors League (board director 2002-2005), Colorado Preservation Inc.,, International Skiing History Association, Phidippides Track Club (walking chairman 1981-1985), Rocky Mountain Road Runners (vice president 1983-1984), Front Range Walkers Club (founder, president, newsletter editor since 1985), Lions (board director 1965-1972), 10th Mountain Division National Association (board member Rocky Mount chapter, Distinguished Service award since 2003), Phi Gamma Delta, Chi Epsilon.
Married Jane Frances Waters, June 14, 1952 (divorced June 1971). Children: Cristina, Bob, Douglas, Glenn, James.