Life of HunterGatherers During the Old Stone Age Topic Life of Farmers During the NEW Stone Age 70,000 BC to 10,000 BC When 10,000 BC to 4,000 BC Cold Glaciers Climate warmer Few plants Plants Increase in number of plants. People began to grow their own food. Followed the animals (food) Movement of People People began to settle down in towns/civilizations Small groups Less than 20 people Size of the Group People Lived In Large groups (towns) Hunting animals Gathered fruit, nuts & berries Methods of Obtaining Food Hunting animals Agriculture – growing plants & animals as a food source. Life of HunterGatherers During the Old Stone Age Topic Life of Farm.