(Creel MX)The Tarahumara natives are cave dwellers that live in and around Copper Canyon. Some still prefer living in caves; but, most have simple homes on a reservation outside of Creel. Tarahumara Statue They call themselves Rarámuri, and are known for long distance running in the mountains, their crafts, colorful clothing, and ranching. They also […]
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Jicarilla Apache Parade
(Dulce NM)While passing through, the Jicarilla Apache were having a festival with a pow-wow. A parade on the main highway diverted all traffic. It required a stop to allow the floats to pass. So, eating lunch and getting gas were an easy choice. Jicarilla Apache Parade Lunch was a Navajo taco; silmilar ingredients on fry […]
Window Rock
(Window Rock AZ/NN) The capital for the Navajo Nation is the town of Window Rock. Their government buildings, courthouse, and a museum are located there. They also had a zoo and botanical gardens featuring common animals and plants in the region. My main interest was to see the window in the rock, and the Navajo […]