Prehistoric archaeology

Abstract

Range Creek Canyon is a rugged and remote, mid-elevation canyon in the West Tavaputs Plateau, Utah. The canyon has received much attention because of its remarkably intact record of an inte11Se Fremont occupation from A.D. 900 to 1200. To date, 470 sites have been recorded with only a fraction of the canyon having been surveyed The University of Utah has held its Archaeological Field School in Range Creek Canyon annually since 2003. This article focuses on the results and direction of research at the University of Utah s Range Creek Field Station, which was established in 2009 for the long-term study, management, and preservation of this rich archaeological resource. Ongoing projects include survey, subsurface testing, experimental farming, wild plant procurement, and paleoenvironmental studies.