GILPIN AMBULANCE

Gilpin County was founded in 1861 after the discovery of gold in 1859 brought thousands to the area in search of fortune. The second smallest county in Colorado, Gilpin's fame was short lived, becoming a rural mountain community at the conclusion of the gold rush. In 1991 the county became one of two gaming districts in Colorado and enjoyed a resonance of economic development and capital investment. Today Gilpin is home to only 5,500 residents but hosts thousands of visitors on a daily basis in its many casinos. In addition to gaming and residential populations, Gilpin also offers the Golden Gate State Park and two national forests... During the late 60's, after several high profile incidents, the Gilpin community came together and created Gilpin County Search and Rescue. Through the early 90's GCS&R operated as a small volunteer agency. When the county established two gaming districts, Gilpin Ambulance Inc. developed into a paid EMS system with 24-hour staffing. The private model was..

Also known as: Gilpin Ambulance Inc.

Primary location: Black Hawk United States