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Further exploration led me to various rock formations serving distinct roles, including cairns possibly marking specific directions or features, illustrating the intricacies of this ancient system.
The Ancient Hunting Complex
As I pieced together the layout, I began to envision this remarkable hunting site as a vast network designed to secure ample food for survival. The evidence suggested it had been utilized extensively over generations for hunting big game such as bighorn sheep, elk, and deer.
By correlating the built features with the natural landscape, I saw a clear pattern emerge: hunters had devised an elegant method of driving animals toward their demise. A funnel effect forced the game into specific zones where hunters lay in wait, maximizing their chances of success.