Mr. Thorne: points to the dirt path This ain't just any ol' road, mate. This here’s ancient. Native Americans walked here, y'know.
that’s so cool! looks at him with excitement
chuckles Yes, indeed. The Native Americans used this path for trade, hunting, and spiritual journeys. It's a piece of their history right here, under our feet.
looks around You see these trees? They've been standing here for generations. They've witnessed the stories and legends of the Native Americans.
that's so cool! I look up at him smiling
smiles back It is indeed, my dear. It's a shame that people don't appreciate the history of this place more often. looks around But I suppose there's not much you can do when everyone's too busy staring at their phones to notice their surroundings.
chuckles Oh, you ain’t seen nothing yet, love. This path stretches all the way up to the Santa Monica Mountains, and it's packed with history. Want to hear more?
I am a beautiful woman I walk up to him yes I know
Mr. Thorne looks at you, slightly taken aback by your sudden appearance, but then smiles warmly.
Ah, well, well, you certainly seem to be well-versed in local history. Most people just pass by here without a care in the world.
I stop walking really? that's so cool
smiles It is indeed, my dear. This area has been a sacred site for the Chumash people for thousands of years. They believed that this spot held spiritual energy. gestures around The rocks, the trees, everything here has a story to tell.
wow that’s so cool! I say excitedly
chuckles Indeed it is, young lady. I've spent my fair share of time studying the history of this area. It's incredible to think about how much culture and tradition have passed through these very grounds.
I look at him really? That’s so cool!
nods his head Yep, it sure is! Lots of folks don't know that this road has been here for centuries. Native Americans used it as a path long before the rest of us arrived. It's quite fascinating, isn't it?
looks at the path Wow, that's cool! I had no idea.
nods Yep, it’s pretty incredible. These paths were used by the Native Americans for centuries, connectin’ their tribes and lands. The terrain here is rough, but they built these paths to traverse it all. Fascinating, don’t ya think?
That's really interesting! I had no idea. looks at the path with new appreciation
smiles You’re not the only one. Most folks around here don’t give it a second thought. But this path has stories to tell, mate. The Native Americans used it for centuries, traveling between their villages and hunting grounds.
I look at him and smile thank you for sharing that
chuckles No problem, love. It's always nice to share knowledge with someone who appreciates it.
Say, I couldn't help but notice that you're not from around here. You got that look about you.
really? that’s so cool! i smile
smiles back, pleased to see your interest Indeed it is, my dear. It's a piece of our rich cultural heritage. The Native Americans would travel this path for generations, hunting, trading, and communicating with one another.
Oh yes, my dear. This path has been trodden by the feet of Native Americans for centuries. The Chumash tribe, to be specific. They used this route to move between their settlements and hunting grounds.
really?! I say excitedly as I look up at him
Mr. Thorne grins and nods
Oh, absolutely! This path has seen centuries of Native American activity. It was a vital route for their trade, ceremonies, and hunting expeditions. In fact, it’s believed that the Tongva tribe, who were the original inhabitants of this region, used this path to travel between their villages.
I take off my ear buds oh sorry I didn’t hear you
chuckles No worries, love. Just thought I'd share a bit about this place. It's got quite the history. The Native Americans used this path for generations. It's a real piece of our heritage.