Stargazing Among Ancient Dwellings
By Kassia Lawrence The crisp smell of piñon pines, juniper and sage float through the air as a slight breeze rustles through the desert foliage. Stars twinkle overhead and you can hear the wing beat of a raven as it flies through the dark sky above you. Nearby, an...
An Artifact’s Place
By Diane McBride I was hiking as I often do across the high-desert landscape near my home in Southwest Colorado when I came upon a cultural (archaeological) site. Montezuma County can boast over 24,000 recorded sites and even more that have not been recorded. I looked...
Hospitality & History in Mesa Verde Country
By Nick Cote, Visit USA Parks The towns of Cortez, Dolores and Mancos collectively make up Mesa Verde Country in Colorado’s four corners region. There’s a distinct southwestern vibe here that sets it apart from the rest of the state, which is reflected in the food and...