Ancient Petroglyphs, Mormon Orchards, And A Desert Valley That Sustained Two Worlds

Ancient Petroglyphs, Mormon Orchards, And A Desert Valley That Sustained Two Worlds

6:03 Dec 29, 2025
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Send us Fan MailWe follow the petroglyphs of Capitol Reef to explore how Native families and later Mormon settlers used the same fertile valley to live, farm, and make meaning. From lost panels to living orchards, we connect tools, water, and story across centuries.• petroglyph overview and 1952 rockfall context• identity, naming, and Hisatsinom lineage• Fruta settlement and the river’s fertile corridor• comparison of traditional and pioneer tools• reading figures, animals, and possible symbols• orchard cycles and a freeze that stopped fruit• reflections on continuity between cultures• travel teaser for Bryce Canyon and KodachromeIf you liked it, send us a message.Think about subscribing to the podcast for more content so you dont miss a second.Support the show
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