In addition to the work experiences I spoke of in my previous post (Archaeology in Taos: For Awesome!), we also took part in several weekend field trips. These trips were designed to flesh out our experience here in the southwest and also served to strengthen the bonds between all of the crew members.
Looking back on all of out trips, our weekend excursion to Chaco Canyon shines brightest in my mind. From the walkie-talkie conversations on the road to sleeping under the stars, everything was exceptionally fun. We began the weekend with a visit to the Acoma Sky City. The Pueblo has sat atop a three hundred foot tall mesa for hundreds of years. From the summit you have incredible views of the surrounding landscape with scattered mesas, canyon walls, and rock formations that look like works of art.
We then made our way to Chaco Canyon, again with entertaining walkie-talkie conversations to keep us busy. The camp scene that night was an absolute blast. Hobo dinners satisfied the hunger of all and a few relaxed drinks around the campfire brought us all that much closer. Together we slept under a clear sky that supported a brilliant full moon. All the while the fire burned low into the night keeping our bodies and spirits warm.
The next morning brought the real adventure of the trip. We arrived at the ruins at roughly eleven in the morning, ready to walk. And walk we did, five miles around the canyon rim. The heat that day was nothing short of oppressive, but the views of the pueblos and, again, the camaraderie, made the hike the highlight of the weekend. I only wish I had more opportunities for such experiences with my new group of friends.
Again, many thanks to you all!
Cheers!
Cameron
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