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Abstract - New Discovery of An Archaeological and Paleontological Site in Wind Cave National Park, South Dakota

Martin, James E. and Abbott, Jane P. New Discovery of An Archaeological and Paleontological Site in Wind Cave National Park, South Dakota.

Abstract

For the first time, a stratified succession of sediments containing both archaeological and paleontological specimens has been discoverd in the Black Hills. Mr. Richard W. Klukas, research biologist, brought the site along Beaver Creek in Custer County to attention, and through the courtesy of the park service, excavations were allowed to commence.

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Bull elk in the park.

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A Rocky Mountain bull elk weighs between 700 - 800 pounds. Rocky Mountain elk were introduced to the park in 1914 and 1916.
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