Walnut Canyon National Monument in Coconino County, Arizona — The American Mountains (Southwest)
The Quest for Water
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., November 8, 2010
1. The Quest for Water Marker
During the spring thaw, snowmelt rumbled through the narrow passage below you. Water flowed again during the summer monsoon. Shaded pools held precious water after the flow ebbed. Walnut Creek was the lifeblood of the community.
Still, people had to store large quantities of water for the dry months. They likely supplemented their supply by packing snow into large pots and collecting runoff from overhanging cliffs.
Women and children probably had the task of retrieving water from the creek. Do you think they exchanged stories, jokes, and gossip with neighbors before heading home?
Erected by National Park Service.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Environment • Native Americans • Waterways & Vessels.
Location. 35° 10.09′ N, 111° 30.622′ W. Marker is in Walnut Canyon National Monument, Arizona, in Coconino County. Marker is along the Island Trail loop, only accessible from the visitor center. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3 Walnut Canyon Road, Flagstaff AZ 86004, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. An Efficient Design (within shouting distance of this marker); A Days Work (within shouting distance of this marker); Room Functions
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Also see . . . Walnut Canyon National Monument. (Submitted on November 24, 2012, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
Photographed By Michael Hampshire, undated
2. Illustration on The Quest for Water Marker
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., November 8, 2010
3. The Quest for Water Marker
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., November 8, 2010
4. The Quest for Water Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on November 24, 2012, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 533 times since then and 10 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on November 24, 2012, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.
