Meeker Massacre
Thursday, July 24th, 2008West of the Rockies and the Continental Divide, is a small community named Meeker. There’s a story behind the naming of this town that shouldn’t be forgotten. As we passed through Meeker last week, Dalton briefly told me of it’s past, why it was named Meeker. So I did a little research, and with [...]
Flat Tops Trail Scenic Byway
Sunday, July 20th, 2008The Flat Top Scenic Byway runs from Meeker, Colorado in Rio Blanco County to Yampa, Colorado in Routt County. It consists of 82 miles, of which 40 miles is unpaved dirt or gravel roads. I do want to mention some of these roads have a washboard effect, so hang on tightly and be prepared [...]
Passing Through Meeker
Tuesday, July 15th, 2008Meeker, Colorado is home to only 2200 people, but they have got to be some of the luckiest. I found Meeker not so meek. To me, it was quaint, with an old western feel. It is also close to the entrance to the western side of the Flat Top Wilderness Area and houses some [...]
