To celebrate Earth Day 🌎 we’re taking a look at one of our natural spaces with a long history - 12 Mile Coulee Park. An important Cultural Landscape, numerous archaeological sites have been recorded within and adjacent to the Park, some dating to nearly 8000 years ago. 1/5
More than 15 archaeological sites were recorded within and adjacent to the park. They range from stone circle (tipis) sites and small artifact scatters, to stone cairns found along the coulee's edge. There is also a significant bison hunting location near the north end. 2/5
Archaeological research indicates that the area was important for Indigenous peoples. They relied on the natural resources in the area for food and shelter for thousands of years before settlers arrived. 3/5
Explore the history of 12 Mile Coulee Park by viewing the publication Archeology and Calgary’s Parks (download here calgary.ca/content/dam/ww…)
Or by visiting: calgary.ca/content/www/en…
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Better yet, visit the park itself. As you walk the pathways look at the landscape in a new way, imagine relying on the land and natural resources for your daily food and shelter. #tbt 5/5
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