1967 Map of Skelt

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Point Mountain and the high ridges of Hacker Valley define this landscape in the late 1960s, a period when remote mountain communities were linked by winding roads and Jeep Trails. The settlement of Skelt sits along the Back Fork of the Elk River, serving as a central point in a topography dominated by steep narrow hollows and numerous small runs like Panther Run and Grandaddy Run. Local life and genealogy are anchored by several small country churches, including Fairview Ch, Sand Lick Ch, and Point Mountain Ch. The presence of several Strip Mines near Grassy Creek and along the southern riverbanks reflects the area's resource-based economy. Above the valleys, landmarks such as the Lookout Tower on Potato Knob and various Radio Towers at Bernardstown highlight the importance of high-elevation sites for regional communication and fire surveillance during this era.