The document discusses the history of Fort Collins, Colorado over the past 12,000 years. It explains that various peoples have been drawn to the area due to both opportunities and challenges presented by the landscape, which includes mountains, plains, rivers, and a climate that requires stewardship of the land. Through constantly adapting to their environment, the people who have lived in Fort Collins have found sustainable ways of life, from indigenous practices to modern green energy industries. The dynamic interplay between the people and the natural surroundings shapes both the past and future of Fort Collins.