All ruins, artifacts. and natural features are protected by law and must be left undisturbed. Casa Grande Ruins National Monument is administered by the National Park Service. U.S. Department of the Interior. The village comes alive before sunup. It is the first day of summer, a time of constant activity despite the intense heat.
Men depart the compound carrying traps, bows, and arrows.
This is the best hunting time, before the animals seek shelter from the sun. Today promises to be too hot for such a trek. Besides, rabbits and pack rats are plentiful in the area and provide tasty meat. The saguaro fruits are ready for harvest. From a distance, the tall cacti appear to be in bloom.