Turquoise in Southwestern History, Art, and Culture

Zuni silver and turquoise necklace (partial).

What to Expect

Travel

All travel is by Crow Canyon vehicle; no drive is more than 2½ hours. The entire trip takes place at elevations between 5000 and 6500 feet. The program requires no strenuous hiking, but Monday's itinerary does include short walks in the Cerrillos Hills and in horizontal mine shafts.

Accommodations

All nights are spent in comfortable motels. Motel accommodations are double-occupancy; single accommodations are available for an additional fee of $395.

Weather

The climate in the northern Southwest is generally very dry and sunny. Late spring and early fall daytime temperatures can be quite variable, ranging from the 50s to the 80s; summer temperatures can reach into the 90s and occasionally exceed 100 degrees. Nighttime temperatures are cooler and generally pleasant. Although it can rain any time, afternoon thunderstorms are most common in July and August.

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The Crow Canyon Archaeological Center's programs and admission practices are open to applicants of any race, color, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, or sexual orientation.

Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California
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