I recently made a pilgrimage to Crane Petroglyph Site (formerly known as V-V Ranch) to try out an app called " aDStretch " which archaeology researchers have been experimenting with in order to reveal harder to see features in rock art. I was amazed at the level of detail that the color changer revealed. Before apps like aDStretch, more primitive methods like chalking were risky, as they can degrade the rock and distort the images. A photo of chalked petroglyphs taken circa

The Verde Valley, which encompasses Sedona, Cottonwood, Jerome, Camp Verde, Clarkdale and other smaller hamlets like Cornville & Middle Verde, is an area known for its diverse offerings such as hiking & biking, kayaking, wine tours, art galleries and more. For those seeking quieter activities, i.e. cemetery touring, the Verde Valley has multiple sites which offer a glimpse into the region's history. Camp Verde's layered history Camp Verde is best known for Montezuma Castle N

In this video, I explore transience and contemplate a sense of place at Montezuma Castle National Monument in Camp Verde, AZ.