I had captions but they didn't come out with the pictures, so here is some info.
Pithouses seen here are one of three phases of cultures living here. The upper rooms seen here represent the Late Phase which were built in AD 1551-1670. These rooms were built on top of the Middle Phase rooms (AD 1400-1500) and the Early Phase rooms dating back to AD 1300-1400,which were occupied by Tompiro Indians.One of four cultures to live there. Occupation of this area began long ago. The pithouse village dates from AD 700 to about 1300. At its peak about 1,500 or more people lived here. Newer Church in background,built by Spanish in 1659.
Shards of Anasazi Indian painted pottery can be found scattered around the Ruins. Dated back to AD 1150. This Pueblo city was a trading center between the Pueblo's and Plains Indians.
The views were from our back yard, including the deer. We rented the house which was an unoccupied forest ranger house.
I don't do astrophotography but I sketch every object I observe. It seems more relaxing for me.
My JK Trapline does great archeology.
Andy, I think I'm already classified as a little nutty for standing around in the dark every night
If you look closely you can spot my knife sitting in the stone wall of the new church on the first photo on post#4
Lastly for KYenglish, I have more photos
John S.