(nr Cedaredge CO) A large recreation area atop a flat mountain, the forests of Grand Mesa provide hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, fishing, picnicking, camping, and skiing at elevations mostly over 10,000ft. The valley to the east has Colorado’s largest concentration of fruit orchards and wineries. The mesa has over 300 sub-alpine lakes, some of […]
(Redstone CO) The Coke Ovens at Redstone were used to convert coal mined from the area into coke by baking it in kilns with an oxygen deprived burn. Coking makes a more efficient fuel for use in factories and smelters. The ovens were next to a rail line making for easy transport to markets. These […]
(Carbondale CO) The Wild West Rodeo was small compared to some more well known pro events. But, it was just what I wanted. It’s all about testing the skills of cowboys and cowgirls with livestock in some challenging events. Throw in some entertainment, a rodeo clown, skilled spotters to keep everyone safe, some music, and […]