Zia Agricultural Fields

The human ability to modify our landscape can be dramatic and even beautiful. A remarkable expression of this process can be seen in the development of extensive agricultural terraces and grid gardens in the hills above the Jemez River Valley on Zia Pueblo lands.

Ulysses Reid, of Zia Pueblo, will lead a strenuous morning hike of Jemez River Valley agricultural field terraces and requires the climbing of steep slopes over rugged terrain (2-3 hours, round trip) near Zia Pueblo, followed by lunch and an exhibition of arts and crafts at the Pueblo. A Friends of Archaeology group visited these features back in 2012, and, due to popular demand, we are revisiting this trip. The cost of the trip is $85 for FOA members, and $95 for non-FOA members. Spaces are limited. For more information or to make reservations, call (505) 982-7799, ext. 6 after 7am, starting Tuesday, April 30.

UPDATE: Zia Pueblo will also have a crafts fair. Lunch will be provided by a family at Zia Pueblo. No risk of ceremonial conflict. Will be in upcoming newsletter. Limit will be 20. Biggest Challenge will be to provide a donation to the Youth group.  Sheri and Jerry C will review logistics from last program for snacks and stuff.