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Dr. Steve Lekson, an archaeologist, talks about T Shaped Doors:
• Discover Archaeology: ...
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👍How to be a respectful visitor to these places👍
Native American groups still live in this area and beyond today. These places are still special and and hold significance.
1️⃣Don't climb on walls or structures. Don't lean on or climb over them. Many places don't even need to be visited up close. View these places from a distance or with binoculars.
2️⃣Do not touch the rock art. Don't touch or create new rock art to preserve ancient stories.
3️⃣ Leave All Artifacts. Leave artifacts and structures undisturbed to maintain their historical significance. It is illegal and wrong to take artifacts. If you want something to take home, support local tribes by buying their handicrafts and jewelry.
4️⃣ Manage Waste Responsibly. Use waste bags; don't leave human or pet waste behind. Don't 'go' near cultural sites.
5️⃣ Camp With Care. Don't camp near historical sites. No fires near these areas, and ensure all waste is packed out. Don't make fires in caves or alcoves. Camp in designated spots only. When you leave, make sure to make the site cleaner and better than when you found it. Pick up extra trash you may see.
6️⃣ Control Your Pets. Don't let pets roam freely near archaeological areas to prevent destruction. Pets are not allowed in or near sites.
7️⃣ Preserve Fragile Areas. Don't disturb fossils and please protect delicate soil and plant life.
8️⃣ Follow Rules. Don't engage in illegal actions such as building cairns, or using climbing gear to access archaeological sites.
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NOTE: I don't claim that I am the first person to "discover" these places. I just find something on Google Earth and want to go see what it is!
I do not claim to be an expert on anthropology, geology, or archaeology. I say that my channel is about "amateur archaeology". I don't have a degree or formal training in archaeology. I am just a hiker who loves to explore and see new things especially the ancient history in the American Southwest. This is what my channel is about. I hope you stick around and explore with me!
I do not give out locations to the places in my videos. I take seriously the responsibility to protect and respect these ancient places. If you do find/visit one of these locations, please visit respectfully. I try my best to hide noticeable landmarks, mountains, and canyons in my videos.
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[@mirandamom1346]

I deeply appreciate your attitude. You have documented the site without contributing to its degradation while giving us a few minutes of tranquility and beauty. Thank you for your enthusiasm, energy, restraint and respect.

[@TheTrekPlanner]

I feel deeply about respecting these places. I am learning as I go. Thank you for your comment!

[@Casteeyo...]

Would be nice to rebuild with the brick rocks laying around .... 🧱🧱​@TheTrekPlanner

[@QIKUGAMES-QIKU]

Does your signal allow you fly inside up close ?​@TheTrekPlanner

[@TheTrekPlanner]

@@QIKUGAMES-QIKU From where I was standing, I had a clear line of sight with it. didn't really want to get too close with the drone

[@QIKUGAMES-QIKU]

@TheTrekPlanner yes I understand 👍 SCREW walking up a cliff to get it back, But you would

[@Baumer747]

Your thoughts on not needing to visit every find in person, and some not needing visits at all, is probably the most respectful I have heard through social media, ever.

[@timkbirchico8542]

Looks like you don't see so much good social media

[@k.scheer5to1]

Looks like you don't see that social media is way over-rated and consists of mostly junk like fake documentaries & tik-tok, etc., etc. The Trek Planner is one of the better channels!@@timkbirchico8542

[@TheTrekPlanner]

Really appreciate that, thank you!

[@Casteeyo...]

​@TheTrekPlanner you're right ... some what it to be "untouched"

[@user-mo4mf9ox2l]

Don't worry many are very hard to get to Most lv been to one time and many are very dangerous panther 's and lots of bad climbing most people will not go to them.

[@annemarks7367]

Google Earth, drones and especially people like yourself are making our country, our Earth and even our History come back to life for everyone to see here. Congratulations!❤❤❤❤❤

[@TheTrekPlanner]

Thank you for joining along on my trips!! 🙂

[@remoteview46]

now this is what I've been looking for and no one else seems to be putting out content regarding sending drones into caves no one can reach I'd happily watch this all day 😀 ❤

[@OZARKMEL]

Always enjoy my Saturday "hikes" with you. Thank you for another incredible ruin........

[@richards7073]

Channels like this and the many like it, definitely inspire this middle-aged man to get back out there and explore some more...just for the sake of seeing something the vast majority of people will never see with their own eyes.

[@electrichellion5946]

I liked the recent episode where he discovered what looked to be a sort of dehydration chamber that was located on an elevated ledge that he discovered with his drone while onsite. The below surface construct discovered a short distance from some other ruins up on the crest of a site with great views. I love this Channel.

[@1nvisible1]

*Love the 3D model!*

[@jakebooker3040]

Props for taking video and not disturbing the site. Keep up the great (respectful) explorations!

[@verdanthi818]

Well...I disappeared into the office to watch the premier and was dragged back out when my coworkers decided they needed to watch this with me. We now have a new Saturday routine at work! Thank you so much for the work you do to bring us all together!

[@TheTrekPlanner]

haha that is SO cool! Thank you so much for sharing that. I have a REALLY exciting adventure for this Saturday (might be longer BTW). I'll see you and your coworkers on Saturday! lol

[@robertrosicki9290]

The reason for " T" shaped doors seems simple . The human body begins to get wider from the waist up . Add a bundle of fire wood , a child or jug of water in the persons arms and a " T" shaped door being wider at the top would accommodate ease of passage in and out of the room . The waist high ledge where the 'T" narrows would also made a nice hand hold for the young or elderly while passing through the door .

[@jimnorthland2903]

Add to this that the stepped doorway is somewhat more structurally stable than a full height rectangular doorway.

[@TheDakotaRed1]

Exactly!

[@C-Here]

My thoughts exactly! Easier to go thru carrying stuff- and less space for the cold to get in- and the heat to escape... The skins they used to cover them would fit better/move less..

[@artisallthat]

That's what I thought too. Also makes a nice place to sit or place objects on before going in.

[@jwc4520]

Thank you your analysis of the door sounds spot on . I had much the same thought but failed to express it, went for joke instead . Funny as I told the wife what I thought and she didn't disagree ....should mark that on the calandar don't happen often, and she has 40 years practice. You sued it up pretty well . The trickster in me wants to build a door for one and watch the confusion ... but I'm just too old .

[@frankmacleod2565]

Dude, that 3D model is really fantastic. Keep doing this

[@TheTrekPlanner]

Thanks a lot!

[@aquamarine2416]

true

[@PatriciaRodriguez-vn6cv]

I love this one. You are right. Not all places need us to go inside them. You are quite respectful and responsible when it comes to these beautiful historical sites.

[@kimberlyspillers461]

Blown away by your finds and the way you present them, the research and skill. Thank you for sharing with us!

[@TheTrekPlanner]

Thank you for joining with me on this one! :-)

[@SeMoArtifactAdventures]

Awesome find! What a view they would have had. Thanks for taking us along. Stay safe out there.

[@stanlindert6332]

Look at the smoke on the ceiling. Really satisfying to see that kind of connection to the past. Thanks

[@TheTrekPlanner]

Makes it all the more real! Wonder what kinds of meals were eaten here or the stories that were shared!

[@stevenm3141]

Can you imagine how they lugged all that rock up there? And the mortar, which means water and tools also.

[@sammyhooligan803]

Possibly other systems of ladders, ropes lowering over edge of the cliff into the opening. Yea, that would still be difficult, but it was done by them, back then. 😐

[@marialamprinou436]

Probably, the stones was already there. Obviously, it's a cave inside a rock mountain.

[@CricketGirrl]

A shorter video, but one of my favorites. Not because of the fact that you found these incredible ruins with your drone,(amazing!!!) but because of what you said about NOT visiting them (I was rooting for it lol), and your musings about the T-shaped door club. Wonderful, Jeff!

[@FlourishingLove]

Isn't it something how the human ego feels a need to stick their fingers into everything, (sometimes even scribbling their name into it!)? So glad that you are respectful to be able to observe from afar. More people need to take that attitude. Much appreciation! I love watching your videos. These places you find are fascinating!

[@dyannejohnson6184]

Enjoyed very much…striking photography oh look at the steps….like wow!

[@donprather8247]

It is incredible to think that this was someone's home. Perhaps a young man and young woman built this as their home, had children, raised their family, laughed and cried together. Perhaps one of their children grew old enough in that home to care for mom and dad until they passed away. They and their own children mourned the passing of the original inhabitants and raised their own family there. Perhaps this home has seen three, four, five generations of families grow here together. Then, at some point, for some reason, it's inhabitants chose to move on, leaving this incredible structure for us to discover. Holding it's memories and secrets forever, yet leaving enough beauty for us to be intrigued and full of wonder, it stands still to this day.

[@tedpreston4155]

Jeff, I'm so grateful to you for making these videos and sharing your explorations with us! I just love exploring the canyons of western Colorado and southern Utah, but I'm rather far away, near Denver, so I don't get there as often as you do. Thanks for taking us along! You give me big smile every time I see your newest videos in my feed!

[@sandysue202]

Your ability to video these sites with your drone is phenomenal! It lets us see exactly what is there without disturbing anything, and it also keeps you safe! I am just amazed at this technology and also at the ability of the ancient peoples to be able to climb up to these alcoves and then build the structures inside them. This was a wow video! ❤

[@sheritamac87]

Hahaha, “T-shaped door club”…that’s hilarious!! 😂

[@jburnett8152]

I'm always impressed by the amount of work it took to build a shelter. Thanks again.

[@stephanieyee9784]

I applaud your "stay away" attitude when finding some of these amazing ancient sites. You're right to say not every site needs to be visited, especially when you do such a great job with the 3D models. I am in awe of the people who discovered the caves and overhangs originally. To envision these places as granaries or homes and to go so much trouble to access them is incredible.

[@frequencymanipulator]

How refreshing. What a splendid video with an actual purpose, information, and discussion. 10/10

[@RobertSmith-km6gi]

Every one of the stone blocks used in this construction were most likely hauled up ladders originally and maybe later by rope. Incredible.

[@jacobgates1986]

I love how respectful you are with alot of these sites so thank you.😊

[@sdavis7916]

Jeff, thanks so much for yet another AWESOME video!!! Cool moki steps too!

[@TheTrekPlanner]

Thank you! This is probably one of my favorites! :-)

[@sandramorey2529]

I agree that we don't have to personally explore every nook and cranny. I feel that just having been to one of the important, large sites is enough to extrapolate these others. I love what the drone reveals to us and your use of it to point out other smaller sites is just great.

[@embalwin1738]

Thank you for being respectful and not disturbing them

[@purelightlove8888]

Wonderful Share, Many Thanks!!

[@desierhart7176]

This is really awesome. I hope everything that you have managed to record and find can be preserved now. Its amazing and I really appreciate newfound historical places. The photo of the place you took from the drone is really mystical, its got a very beautiful view. Keep up good work. Have fun and be safe as well. 😊

[@Rapidly_]

"Some sites don't need to have visitors, we can view them from afar" yes!! Especially nowadays when we can make 3D models that everyone can watch from home. It's even better than being there in person because it's a lot more affordable and doesn’t risk any damage to the site!!

[@LadyCin611]

There is such a humbling feeling associated with these places. I don’t know how to even explain it any better. They lived, they loved, they worked and played, and lived their lives. We should all be so lucky.

[@sarahporter9541]

So Amazing..and respectful! Love your videos..the quiet observation...and not "tinkering" or changing anything keeps the locations true to history. Really appreciate your drone talent too!

[@StonedustandStardust]

Nice to observe from a respectful distance. Beautiful work. Wishing you Safe Journeys.

[@amberandrews6842]

Wonderful adventure you took us on! Thank You!

[@vlakslee]

Another awesome video. Thank you all the respect you give these dwellings and past inhabitants.

[@jimspectre6545]

Coming across your channel a few days ago was one of the best finds I've had in a long time. Your personality for this is fantastic. I find your adventures amazing. The videos aren't too long. To the point and we get lots of wonderful views with some great info sprinkled throughout. For videos done by one person these are extremely well done.

[@marciaskillern6889]

Thank you for sharing your experiences and journeys with us.!!!

[@bradleyj6440]

That 3D picture model you made so you can articulate it however you want is pretty neat!

[@kjbuchanan63]

Always fascinating! Thanks for bringing us along.

[@19bishop56]

What these people did to survive was incredible. I don’t think many people now could accomplish this these days.

[@suemick8709]

Thank you so much Jeff for sharing your adventures and interpretations. Stunning visuals. I can't get enough of all that rock with shifting bands and shadows. To make your home in such a difficult location to approach really makes me wonder about the dangers these people were adapting for.

[@Derskimeister]

Good spotting. It's been fun following your ventures. Please keep it up.

[@jameslandon9194]

This is a cool format. I do like your long form videos too.

[@denisefrickey5636]

this site is very pretty. thank you especially for the 3D model, it really helps it look close and natural to me.

[@sheriffjohn2498]

I had no idea that that there are so many ruins in this area. In recent times I cannot imagine how the weather could support so many people. It must have been wetter back then. Do you know if all these ruins have been classified (for lack of a better word) from universities or other institutions? Thanks for showing us these places.

[@TheTrekPlanner]

I’m sure this one has. Maybe it has only been documented and not properly surveyed? I’m not sure!

[@lauriebanta8990]

Thank you for taking us there!

[@michaelsonleitner5724]

Thanks Jeff. You are the original trekker and only one I watch. Keep up the good trekking!

[@normalivengood1197]

Great find! Amazing video. Thanks so much!

[@Nova2032-]

Thank you for your humble respect for these fragile ancient remains. We enjoyed it immensely from your Drone. What better way!!! Take care :-)

[@TheTrekPlanner]

Thank you, thank you!! :-) This was a fun one!

[@lulemelgarejo3280]

Amazing! Thank you so much for sharing this adventure. 🌿🌹🌿🤗

[@icandivideos5743]

Truly amazing Jeff! Thanks!

[@kjbuchanan63]

WOW! That looks HUGE!

[@TheTrekPlanner]

It was a fun one!! :-)

[@Martycycleman]

Great pictures, as always, and so interesting 😊

[@jmccarty480]

I love waking up and seeing new videos from you! You're ethics regarding visiting and documenting sites is terrific. Kudos to you, man! Thank you for making my mornings better! Keep'em coming and stay safe out there!

[@jamescromer550]

Amazing as always. Thanks again, bruh!

[@flightographist]

Great! As always. Thx for the link to the doors!

[@TheTrekPlanner]

Dr Steve Lekson has some great stuff about the doors!

[@gibsonrocker17]

Nice find! That definitely wouldn't have been easy to construct, even with a handful of people. Navigating those Moki steps while carrying heavy stones would be quite precarious. No doubt, they had some work ethic! Would have been awesome to see it before it started to topple over.

[@paulacoburn4340]

Awesome, thank you for the trip back in time. Imagine ❤

[@dawnrosecrants8919]

Great pictures with your drone. Keep up the great work. Very interesting. 👍

[@DelilaBishop]

I appreciate what you do so much! I feel like I'm getting to explore with you! Thank you!

[@TheTrekPlanner]

So nice of you to say! Thank you so much, Delila!

[@chrisk28]

This is fascinating stuff, thank-you for sharing! The music is particularly funky in this one

[@laurafolsom2048]

Very cool! Thank you! ❤❤❤

[@chuckzehnder530]

Thanks again and keep on trekking!

[@awldune]

Very cool find, and impressive drone piloting/camerawork

[@SelbyRadabah]

Super images and great episode!

[@signemarkuson1940]

WOW just wow! Thank you for taking us along.

[@Done975]

Soooo close to 200k subs! And many more to come! 👏👏

[@Kens64chevelle]

Oh wow! At first, that almost looked like a diorama and pretty unreal. That's an amazing find with your drone.

[@jennifersiegrist8440]

Ooooooooo. Looks awesome, can’t wait ❤❤❤❤

[@edhazlewood124]

Best of all, I love your attitude and reverence for the past.

[@karendavis7988]

So beautiful. Thanks !❤

[@fredworthmn]

Well worth watching! Thanks.

[@DingbadYoutube]

3D was great. Thanks for using a drone.

[@user-fo6xm7lw7t]

Thank you for sharing your adventures and videos with all of us! You’re natural, unassuming, happy and well, relaxing to be with. We get forget about ourself, as well, sharing in the absolute wonder. Unknown, un-named places are a treasure. There is something about discovery!

[@junevortexmusic7950]

Good video . I like the drone view straight to the point . Good brake down

[@gregs2466]

thanks for finding it!

[@maryturko6490]

WOW! Thank you for sharing this and for respecting these sites. They are incredibly beautiful.

[@hidearCellofGod]

Wooow ! Amazing, thnx 4 sharing, I was looong ago in the Pueblo places, lovely.

[@AFaceInTime]

That was a fun video. Thank you for the post.

[@davidklein1667]

I'm waiting with worms on my tongue!!(Baited breathe!!)

[@tedpreston4155]

Ugh. 🙃 That sounds like a puzzling crossword clue!

[@nekonoko]

"bated breath", shortened form of abated; as in reduce for some period of time. Basically holding your breath in anticipation. Nothing to do with bait.

[@tedpreston4155]

@@nekonoko It's interesting that we so misunderstand so many common expressions like this! Thanks!

[@ageorgiapeach9442]

Amazing drone footage. Thx so much for sharing.

[@alonzowitt5931]

Great and fascinating material you posted! Please keep this type of material coming! God bless you!

[@starsandguitars2050]

Look these adventures. Fantastic!

[@denisehamernik806]

Hi Jeff! I’m watching from Southern California! I lived in Colorado for 26 years and never made it to Pueblo. That was great, thank you 😊

[@JusSumGuy366]

Amazing the size of some of those stones, can't imagine how difficult it was to get them to that spot. Fearless people

[@katanaki3059]

Very cool. Just discovered your channel. Keep up the good work! Liked and subscribed

[@TheTrekPlanner]

Thank you for subscribing!! Means the world to me! I think you’ll enjoy the video I’ll be posting this Saturday!

[@davec.1045]

Thanks to you for showing. Best yet! Preserved forever...

[@michaelwalendzik2591]

So cool thank you for sharing

[@tinacanino4096]

Dude This stuff is amazing!!!!!! Thank you. And thank you for being respectful of the sites you explore.

[@sofarokintn8166]

Great drone footage and the 3D view is awesome.

[@dustyrelic25]

Wow those are so cool!!

[@sharonstuebi8181]

Holy moly great find!

[@pauldickman4379]

When you zoom in and out the cave looks like the eye of a bird, with it's beak looking to the left. Priceless contribution to history with your scans, thank you.

[@juliadrumgold8790]

Thanks again. I SO enjoy all your ventures. 😊

[@TheTrekPlanner]

Glad you like them!

[@jamesgibbs7933]

Thanks for the video and integrity.

[@cherylwood5202]

Amazing! Thank you!

[@BillySBC]

Makes sense, desert people trying to find shade and safety from wildlife would choose an overhang with a little cave portion to make a little shelter in.