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The group gathers
The group bundles up on a rare damp and chilly day for the boat trip to Panther Cave in Amistad National Recreation Area.
 
Dr. Boyd enjoys the ride.
Dr. Boyd enjoys the ride.
 
The eagle has landed—up to his waist! At Panther Cave, the lake level has risen, prompting archeologist Elton Prewitt to think fast.
 
The panther in Panther Cave.
Where Panther Cave gets its name.
 
Dr. Boyd discusses rock art.
Dr. Carolyn Boyd lectures inside the shelter with stunning rock art in the  background.
 
Lectures in camp.
Back at camp, the participants get a lecture in a tipi from Native American lecturers Hoppy Hopkins and Ray Olachia.
 

Pecos Experience: The Art and Archeology of the Lower Pecos
November 9–14, 2003


Day 2: Monday, November 10, 2003
8:00 a.m.–
3:00p.m.

Travel to Diablo East Boat ramp for trip to Panther Cave with National Park Service. Lead by Elton Prewitt and Dr. Carolyn Boyd.

 

4:00 p.m.

Tipi setup demonstration and discussion on sheltered lifeways by Hoppy Hopkins, Comanche. Making twine for netting and baskets using locally available resources by Ray Olachia.

 

Sunset Slide presentation and lecture by Dr. Carolyn Boyd, "Drawing from the Past: Interpreting the Rock Art of the Lower Pecos."
 
 

 

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