There is some evidence to suggest that Paleo Indian and Archaic peoples once inhabited or at least hunted and gathered in the Florissant valley.
"As Native peoples we are stewards of the land. We take care not to use more resources than we need and acknowledge and respect the ancestors who were here before us. There is an energy from the spirits who are the guardians of our ancestral landscape." Alden Naranjo, Southern Ute Elder To learn more, explore: Arc of Heritage - Changing Values Over Time The Land Provides - A Ute Perspective on the Florissant Valley Native Views - Different Perspectives on Fossils |
Last updated: January 20, 2024