"Melting ice in Norway uncovers ancient 4,000-year-old arrow lost by reindeer hunters"
TL;DR
Archaeologists in Norway have discovered a 4,000-year-old arrow from the Stone Age that was previously frozen in ice. The arrow, found on the side of Mount Lauvhøe, predates other ice finds in the area by over 2,000 years. It is believed to have been lodged in the ice while ancient hunters were pursuing reindeer, which sought refuge from botflies near ice and snow. This discovery adds significant time depth to the site and highlights the fruitful nature of ongoing archaeological research in the area.
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