Colter Pass, Cooke City and Silver Gate
Community Council
Suzy Hahn, President, is originally from Virginia and a graduate of Hollins College, moved to Cooke City in 1994 after spending a couple of summers in Yellowstone Park and has been a year-round resident ever since. While in Cooke City she has held various jobs as a waitress, bartender, postmaster relief and store clerk. Suzy went on to own the Pine Tree Café and the Elk Horn Lodge. Suzy began working as a volunteer with the Chamber of Commerce in 1996. When a group of local people became determined to build a Community Center, she became involved in the creation of the CCCC in 2002 and was the founding Chair.
Paige Hood - Information coming soon
Greg and his family have owned a house in Silver Gate for 20 years, coming out eachyear for the summer and occasionally, the winter holiday. In 2016, Greg and his wife,Jill Warren, opened a vacation rental home - Creekside at Yellowstone and now livehere year round. Greg, a retired science teacher and coach, is now looking forwardto helping out in our community in any way he can.
Vic Taber - Information coming soon!
Diane Powers- Information coming soon!
Monica - Information coming soon!
Donna Rowland, Council Director and has worked for the Community Council since 2003. She first served as a treasurer on the board and is now an employee as Council and Museum Director. Responsibilities include preparation of financial statements, including payroll, receivables and payables as well as budget preparation & working papers which provides an analysis of the organization. Also, Donna will be overseeing the Museum and the Research Center. Donna has an Associate's Degree in accounting and has over 40 years of experience in bookkeeping.
The Cooke City Community Fish Fry
In the 1920’s Cooke City, Montana hosted it’s first Annual Fish Fry. During those early years the Fish Fry was held to gather community, family and friends together to celebrate the warm summer months. Events included horse racing, dancing, a fishing contest, and of course a meal of fresh fish caught in nearby lakes. The tradition continued for 35 year, took a break for several years, then was resurrected by community members in 2004. Used as a fundraiser for the Cooke City Community Center, and many other Community Council projects, the Annual Fish Fry became a favored event and was attended by guests from as a far away as Cody, Wyoming and Red Lodge, Montana.
The CCCC applied for Resort tax funds to purchase a grill, serving platters/dishes, and 6 tents that could be used for the Fish Fry fundraisers or any other community fundraising events. The Tents & Grill have been used yearly by CCCC and other organizations providing community events. Private businesses or individuals can rent the this equipment for a minimal cost and the funds go to the CCCC.