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Show He also noted that the cave at Kolhu/wala:wa, were it to be surveyed, would likely provide a rich source of information regarding the Zunis' use of the area. It is likely that this cave contains prayer sticks and other material remains which could be dated by radiocarbon dating techniques, and thus provide significant data about prehistoric and historic use of the site. But he emphasized the following, as well: 193 No further archaeological investigation of Kolhu/wala:wa should be conducted unless it is coordinated and approved by the Zuni religious leaders and the Zuni Tribal Council. Archaeologist Keith Kintigh made an intensive survey of a portion of the lower Zuni River drainage, through which the "Barefoot Trail" passes. In this survey Kintigh found more than a hundred sites, including pre-historic pueblo room blocks, water control features, lithic and potsherd scatters, and extensive panels of petroglyphs. Dr. Kintigh noted material remains that suggest long and continuous use by the Zunis and their ancestors: 194 A single rock shelter along the Zuni River . . . had evidence of a prehistoric component (probably Pueblo II) and also late prehistoric or early historic use (indicated by Zuni ceramic types Matsaki Brown on Buff and Matsaki Polychrome). In this context, it may be noted that the Zuni River is along the path of the sacred journey to Kolhu/wala:wa made by the Zuni every four years. 193. Ibid., p. 9. 194. Kintigh, Keith "Final Report: Archaeological Survey Along the Lower Zuni River," Arizona State Museum, September 24, 1984, Tucson, AZ, p. 17. - 130 - |
