Fulford Harbour Petroglyph - Fulford Harbour, British Columbia
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wildwoodke
N 48° 46.182 W 123° 27.666
10U E 466118 N 5401957
This petroglpyh is an indian rock carving of a seal was found on the shoreline opposite the ferry wharf at Fulford Harbour, Briish Columbia.
Waymark Code: WM7C38
Location: British Columbia, Canada
Date Posted: 10/03/2009
Views: 13
Script on the plaque.
"The Fulford Harbour Petroglyph
This indian rock carving of a seal was found at Fulford Harbour on the shoreline opposite the ferry wharf.
Fulford Harbour was once inhabited by the T'sawout Indian Tribe and was used by all the Saanich Indian Peoplre for their traditional way of fishing and hunting.
All Petroglyphs and archaeological sites are protected by British Columbia statutes. They are unique examples of the Indian culture and heritage and deserve preservation and protection.
Dedicated by Hugh Curtis
MLA Saanich and the Islands
March, 1979"
According to Saanich legend, the seal represents a woman who was transformed into a rock to protect her people's surrounding territory.
Type: Petroglyph
How did you find this "Ancient Evidence": Other
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Trailhead: Not Listed
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