![]() The discovery of a projectile point at the site led to further excavations, which revealed refuse, floors, and other prehistoric remains (Monmouth County Environmental Council, 1978). This makes the Manasquan Paleo-Indian site located within Howell Township, south of Squankum Yellowbrook Road, one of the oldest settlement areas in eastern North America (Manasquan Watershed Management Association, 1999). ![]() ![]() Archeologists have estimated that Paleo-Indians (ancient Native Americans) settled in the Manasquan watershed as early as 9000 BC. The history of Howell Township is connected to its location along the Manasquan River, where humans have lived since ancient times. The History section is indebted to the excellent historical narrative written by Louise Usechak for the Manasquan Watershed Management Association (MWMA) from the “Manasquan River Watershed Initial Characterization and Assessment Report” completed in 1999.
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