I had a free morning to explore while Susie worked at the Convivium.
So, I hiked and looked for shed antlers.
The Indian mounds sit high, about 150' above the little maquoketa river atop a geologic feature created by glacial activities.
The old foundation of a early settlers home sit near the base of the mound
Stream Piracy
The 32 ancient burial mounds are overgrown with black raspberries .
The 8' high fence was down so I went inside for a better look. No sheds.
So, I wanted to know just who built these mounds. The graves are related to the Late Woodland Culture. About AD 700 to 1200
An ancient oak
I also got in a bonus hike on the John Deere proving grounds.
This area has some great outcroppings and mountain bike trails
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