Pollen (Material Keyword)
Use for any microscopic plant remains
1,376-1,400 (2,999 Records)
Ten pollen samples were examined from three trenches at Aztec Ruins, New Mexico. Backhoe testing was conducted some 100 meters south of the ruins. This area is suspected to have functioned as an agricultural area during the Anasazi occupation. Pollen analysis was undertaken to understand the use of this area and to attempt to recover evidence of agriculture. This study focused on defining the prospects of recovering evidence of agriculture and providing recommendations to guide future...
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT BA CAVE, 48BH1065, BIGHORN MOUNTAINS, WYOMING (2003)
BA Cave is a small rockshelter located in the Bighorn Mountains containing a well-dated stratigraphic record covering the past 4000 years. Nine stratigraphic units were sampled and analyzed for pollen. It was hoped that the pollen record would illuminate differences in the source of the sediments in the strata and assist in interpreting the genetic origins of the sediments.
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT BAKER VILLAGE (26WP63), EASTERN NEVADA (1997)
Baker Village represents at least two occupations, one in the AD 1000s and the later probably in the AD 1200s. Twelve pollen samples were examined from the central house, seven pithouses, three surface structures that functioned as storage structures, and a ramada. Pollen analysis was undertaken to provide information concerning subsistence during both occupations, as well as to define differences in economic activity between pithouses and storage structures.
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT BELLOWS AIRFORCE BASE, OAHU (1989)
Pollen samples were collected stratigraphically from sediments along Waimanalo Stream on Bellows Airforce Base as part of a flood control project. Pollen analysis of these sediments was undertaken to identify elements of the native Hawaiian prehistoric vegetation.
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT BULL CREEK III, OKLAHOMA (2009)
Five pollen samples were extracted from 34BV176 (Bull Creek III), a PaleoIndian site located near Bull Creek in Beaver County, Oklahoma (Table 1). Sediments represented by these samples were collected from the 5AB levels and the underlying 5Btk level at the site. These samples were collected in the same layer that yielded a radiocarbon date of 13,210 ± 80 radiocarbon years BP (RCYBP), as well as slightly above and below this level. All five samples were collected below the sediment dated to...
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT CDC-7, CANYON DE CHELLY, ARIZONA (1989)
Six pollen samples were submitted for analysis from a Pueblo I pitstructure and related sediments in Canyon de Chelly National Monument, Arizona. This pitstructure had been truncated by an arroyo, but appeared to have been of "great kiva" proportions, approximating 10 m in diameter. Pollen samples were collected from a stratigraphic sequence in both archaeological and nonarchaeological deposits to provide a framework for comparison of historic and prehistoric deposits. Identification...
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT CEDAR SIDING SHELTER (42EH1533), EMERY COUNTY, UTAH (1982)
Excavation of a series of overhangs in Emery County, Utah, known as the Cedar Siding Shelter (42EM1533) included pollen sampling. Cedar Siding Shelter is a series of overhangs located around a single, large boulder. The site ranges in age from Middle Archaic to Fremont. Water is currently available from nearby Grassy Trail Creek and an unnamed intermittent drainage. Price River flows approximately 2 1/2 miles to the south of the site. Eleven pollen samples were selected for analysis, and...
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT CRAZY BIRD (42SV896), SOUTHEASTERN UTAH (1998)
Crazy Bird Shelter is located at an elevation of approximately 8400 ft. Other studies in this region at lower elevations have yielded evidence of maize. Macrofloral analysis at Crazy Bird Shelter did not provide any evidence of maize. P-II and early P-III olla fragments recovered at elevations above 10,000 ft. might have been used for long distance transport of foods including maize. The primary question at Crazy Bird Shelter is whether or not the occupants had access to and used maize. In...
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT DCA-88-251, DCA-89-44, DCA-89-45, AND DCA-88-414, NAVAJO RESERVOIR DISTRICT, NORTHWESTERN NEW MEXICO (1990)
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT DCA-88-251, DCA-89-44, DCA-89-45, AND DCA-88-414, NAVAJO RESERVOIR DISTRICT, NORTHWESTERN NEW MEXICO: Four sites were examined for pollen in the Navajo Reservoir District of northwestern New Mexico. Three of these sites exhibit Anasazi occupations, while the fourth is an Archaic hearth. DCA-88-251 is represented by samples collected from a pitstructure and a surface structure. A single sample from a possible activity area represents DCA-89-44, while the midden at DCA-89-45...
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT EAST RUIN, AZTEC RUINS NATIONAL MONUMENT, NEW MEXICO (1989)
Six pollen samples were analyzed from three mounds from the East Ruin at Aztec Ruins National Monument in New Mexico. This analysis was performed in association with excavations to determine the nature of various mounds. Excavations confirmed Mound E as a trash mound from the Mesa Verde period (1200s), Mound D as a roomblock extension of Mound C, and the unnumbered mound as an historic earthwork possibly associated with a barn. The emphasis of the pollen study was on establishing a...
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT FIVE PREHISTORIC SITES IN THE WYOMING BLACK HILLS (1995)
A total of 47 stratigraphic pollen samples and four coprolite samples from five prehistoric sites in the Wyoming Black Hills were examined for pollen. Samples represent acultural and cultural levels, as well as features. Pollen was examined primarily to provide paleoenvironmental interpretations. The oldest radiocarbon age reported for 48CK1395, a multi-component rock shelter, was 5960 + 70 BP. Occupations at other sites dated between 7430 + 80 BP and 80 + 60 BP.
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT FIVE SITES IN THE TOWOAC CANAL REACH II AREA, MONTEZUMA COUNTY, COLORADO (1990)
Five archaeological sites representing habitation or seasonal habitation in the area of Hovenweep Canyon were selected for pollen analysis. Occupation at these sites ranged from Basketmaker III to Pueblo III. Pollen samples were examined from structure floors, feature fill, groundstone, and a single "cloudblower" to identify economic activity at these sites.
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT FORT LARNED, KANSAS (1975)
Fort Larned National Historic Site, Pawnee County, Kansas was the focus of archaeological investigations conducted by the University of Colorado from 1972 to 1974. During 1973 pollen samples were taken from various features in the vicinity of Fort Larned, as well as from the fort area proper. The primary reason for the sampling of archaeological features was to recover environmental and cultural data. It was hoped that analysis of the environmental data would provide information on the historic...
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT FOUR SITES IN THE MICHAEL'S (CLO-CHEN-TOH) EXCHANGE, NORTHWEST NEW MEXICO (1983)
Four sites dating to the mid-1200s in the Michael's (Clo-Chen-Toh) Exchange were sampled for pollen during archaeological mitigation. The sites consist of pitstructures, masonary rooms, and jacal structures. Mealing bins and hearths were also noted as extra-mural features. These sites are located to the north of Ramah, New Mexico in a mixed conifer zone supporting ponderosa pine, pinyon pine, juniper, and oak at elevations between 7000 and 7100 feet. The study area is situated between the...
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT FOUR SITES IN TONTO AND COCONINO FORESTS (1987)
Pollen samples from four Southern Sinagua sites in the Tonto and Coconino Forests were analyzed in conjunction with archaeological survey. Samples submitted for analysis were collected from agricultural fields and roasting features. Pollen analysis was oriented toward the identification of subsistence activities and crops grown in the agricultural fields.
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT GOBBLER'S KNOB, 48SU261, NEAR PINEDALE WYOMING (2004)
Site 48SU261 is located in the Green River Basin, south of the town of Pinedale, Wyoming. It is situated within eolian sediments on a low ridge about five miles North of the New Fork River. The site contains an Early Archaic component dated to about 6900 BP and a Late Archaic component dating to 3950 BP. The site consists of two pit features that probably represent occupation structures, one of which contained features within the larger feature, and hearth features outside the presumed...
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT HAWAI'I-KAI, MAUNALUA, O'AHU (1995)
Six samples were collected from Hawai'i-Kai, Maunalua, O'ahu. Two parcels are represented in this study, Kamilo Ridge and Kamilonui 2. The Kamilo Ridge parcel is represented by stratigraphic samples collected from a trench in an inland, modified outcrop terrace fronting an overhang shelter in a small leeward valley on the southeast end of the Ko'olau Range. The Kamilonui 2 parcel contains an inland agricultural complex consisting of a cluster of modified outcrops and small dry terraces and...
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT JERRY CREEK (1979)
Pollen sampling and analysis of the Jerry Creek Sites were undertaken in conjunction with mitigation of these sites for the Ute Conservancy District. Site 5ME42B Loci I and II is a stratified lithic site overlooking Jerry Creek located on private land, while Site 5ME429 Loci I through V is a stratified site located on Bureau of Land Management property. Both sites are in Mesa County, Colorado. Site 5ME42B is adjacent to the intermittent Jerry Creek in a narrow valley at 5350, feet (1630 m.) in...
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT KANEOHE BAY, OAHU (1996)
Eleven pollen samples were examined from sediments in three trenches in Area 3, Kaneohe Bay. Calibrated radiocarbon ages indicate that sediments range from AD 660-975 to AD 1270-1430. The stratigraphic pollen samples extend to layers that predate the oldest date and post-date the most recent date. Both wetlands and a dune landscape are noted within the area today. Pollen analysis of these samples concentrated on identification of vegetation associated with the inland and wetland stratigraphic...
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT KAY'S CABIN, SITE 42UT813, UTAH (2004)
Site 42UT813 represents a late Fremont occupation in central Utah. A single pollen sample from the floor of Structure 2 (Feature 55), a deep pit structure that burned, was examined previously (Puseman and Cummings 2001). A metate from this same structure floor at Kay's Cabin (site 42UT813) in Utah Valley was analyzed for pollen to identify plants that might have been ground using this tool.
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT LA19367, A SAND DUNE SITE IN NORTHWEST NEW MEXICO (1986)
Site LA19367 was exposed in a sand dune on the north-northeast side of a tributary drainage to Chaco River in northwestern New Mexico. Pollen samples were taken from a stratigraphic profile in Trench 3 near Feature 4, from the charcoal and charcoal stained soil of Feature 4, and Feature 5. Pollen samples were taken in conjunction with archaeological mitigation and will address both the subsistence base and the paleoenvironment.
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT LELEPAUA FISHPOND, HICKAM AIRFORCE BASE, PEARL HARBOR ESTUARY, OAHU, HAWAI'I (1998)
Four sediment samples recovered from depths ranging from 170 to 377 cm below the surface at Lelepaua Fishpond (site 50-80-13-82) were examined for pollen and foraminifera. This site is located near the entrance to Pearl Harbor Estuary, Oahu. Pollen samples were examined to identify vegetation surrounding the fishpond at the time of its use and confirm that these sediments represent fishpond sediments.
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT LONG H RUIN (AZ Q:3:97(ASM)), NEAR WINSLOW, ARIZONA (1989)
Pollen samples were collected during testing and stabilization at Long H Ruin following vandalism to the site in 1982. Pollen samples were collected to help define the deposits in the test trench, which may represent post-occupational accumulation in a pithouse.
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT ONE RESIDENTIAL SITE, AZ T:8:4 (ASM), AND POLLEN AND PHYTOLITH ANALYSIS AT TWO AGRICULTURAL SITES, AZ T:8:9 (ASM) AND AZ T:8:35 (ASU)/AZ T:8:176 (ASM), FOR THE FORT MOUNTAIN PROJECT, ARIZONA (2004)
Five archaeological sites (two agricultural and three habitation) were examined in the Fort Mountain Project located in the Union Hills area north of Phoenix. Four of these archaeological sites were examined for archaeobotanic remains. Site AZ T:8:4(ASM), a residential site, yielded five pollen samples for analysis from three habitation features. Site AZ T:8:9(ASM) was comprised of numerous rock piles, five of which were examined for both pollen and phytoliths that might inform concerning...
POLLEN ANALYSIS AT PREHISTORIC SITE 26CK7041 AND POLLEN, PHYTOLITH, MACROFLORAL, AND FOURIER TRANSFORM INFRARED SPECTROMETRY (FTIR) ANALYSES AT HISTORIC SITE 26CK7053 (2007)
Archaeobotanical samples were examined from two sites located on Oliver Ranch, approximately 10 miles southwest of Las Vegas, Nevada. Samples from two possible hearth or roasting features and a soil control were analyzed for pollen remains from prehistoric site 26CK7041. Samples also were submitted from three features at historic site 26CK7053. A sample believed to represent hearth/stove ash from Feature 1, a residential cabin, and four stratigraphic column samples from an area believed to...