Article notes Charlene Detlefs history with the Scotts House refurbishment and exploration of its history since she arrived in the area in 1974. She has held leadership positions in the Scotts Valley Historical Society and has uncovered significant history of Scotts Valley since getting involved. The archeological dig next to the house is a separate but related activity that is currently finding artifacts in the 1000 to 5000 year old range that indicates the site has been a settlement for some time.