Pueblo Bonito and Pueblo Alto in Chaco Canyon with prehistoric roads.

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Tortuous and Fantastic
ASWM Vol 28 Nos. 3 & 4

Issue editor William D. Lipe and contributors explore the cultural and natural wonders of Utah’s Greater Cedar Mesa region, which merits increased federal protection.

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February 22, 2015: When is a Village? Defining the Beginnings of Village Life is the Topic of Archaeology Southwest’s Next Archaeology Cafe – Tucson  more »

February 15, 2015: Ancient Southwestern Ceramics Point to the Survival of the Most Connected  more »

February 8, 2015: San Carlos Apache Lead Fight Against Mining at Oak Flat  more »

February 1, 2015: A Chance for Public Comment on the Fracking of the Chacoan Landscape  more »

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    On February 27, 2015, Dr. Karen G. Schollmeyer and Allen Denoyer (Archaeology Southwest) will share “the archaeology of making dinner.” This free public program is aimed at kids, and plenty of hands-on activities will be offered.  

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