Miwok Salt Gathering Site

USA / California / Monte Rio /
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Miwok coastal indians gathered salt at this site, where natural honecombs in the sandstone would catch salt spray and allow it to dry in pools. Visited just once a year, it was jealously guarded by the tribe from all salt poachers. This precious resource was eventually replaced when Europeans used firewood and kettles to accomplish the same thing a lot quicker.
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Coordinates:   38°34'21"N   123°20'17"W
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