Glenwood Springs
The History of a Rocky Mountain Resort

This book tells the story of a community that doesn't stop at the city limits.  It includes the history of nearby Glenwood Canyon, the geology of the surrounding mountains, interesting tidbits about some of its colorful inhabitants, and much more.  Whether it happened at Glenwood Springs 300 million years ago or just yesterday, Jim Nelson has probably provided the information you are looking for in this book.

Jim Nelson, who is a practicing Public Accountant, and his wife Mary have lived in Glenwood Springs since 1973.  He has always been fascinated by the history of the area and is also the author of several other publications.  He has also been appointed the official Alligator Control Warden of Garfield County.

Written by Jim Nelson
Copyright 1999
ISBN 1-890437-39-5
250 pages
Paperback