Expanding Boundaries: Utilizing GIS to Uncover the True Complexity of the Wiggin’s Fork Hunting Complex

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Maeryn Antoniewicz (1)
Todd Guenther (1), Crystal Reynolds (1)
(1) Central Wyoming College, 120 Enterprise Blvd, 82520 Lander, US

Categories: Archaeology
Keywords: Communal Hunting, Geographical Information Systems, Archaeological Methodologies

Categories: Archaeology
Keywords: Communal Hunting, Geographical Information Systems, Archaeological Methodologies

This research investigates the spatial analysis of the Wiggin’s Fork hunting complex in mountainous Western Wyoming through a Geographical Information Systems (GIS) lens. Initially believed to consist of a single buffalo jump, systematic survey and analysis of GIS data has revealed a far more extensive and intricate network of communal hunting features. Early field surveys aimed at establishing site boundaries led to the discovery of multiple undocumented cairn lines and potential jumps, significantly expanding the known extent of the site. GIS played a crucial role in mapping and visualizing these high-altitude features, establishing a deeper understanding of spatial organization and site functionality. The analysis of satellite imagery further refined site interpretations, revealing new hunting structures and contributing to ongoing archaeological discoveries. Additionally, the real-time visualization and analysis of GIS data in the field has allowed for more efficient and targeted survey efforts. This project aims to explore how GIS techniques in challenging terrain highlight the scale and sophistication of Indigenous communal hunting strategies while enhancing the study of Indigenous hunting styles, refining archaeological methodologies, and contributing to the preservation and understanding of cultural heritage.

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