Description
Take a guided three-mile hike through the Piedras Marcadas Canyon, part of Petroglyph National Monument. Along your route, see hundreds of petroglyphs. These images, many made 400-700 years ago, are a valuable cultural record that still hold spiritual significance for contemporary Native Americans and descendants of the early Spanish settlers. Limited parking and no restrooms. The sometimes deep, sandy terrain has some inclines, but it’s mostly level. Wear a hat, layers, and comfortable shoes; bring water. Limited enrollment.
Bill Pentler is retired from the Open Space Division of Albuquerque Parks and Recreation. His resume also includes being a lead zookeeper and educational coordinator at Lion Country Safari in Florida, the law enforcement interpretive state park ranger at Fenton Lake in the Jemez Mountains, and a supervisor at Albuquerque’s Animal Shelters. He holds degrees in zoology and psychology and has led hikes for Oasis for many years.