Archaeology for the Curious 2012 Program
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Are you looking to learn more about archaeology basics, or do you need a refresher on the history of the Pacific Northwest? The Oregon Archaeological Society is proud to offer its successful annual Training program, co-sponsored by Portland Community College and the Washington County Museum.

OAS Basic Training, also known as Archaeology for the Curious, is taught by experienced regional professionals from organizations such as the National Forest Service, BLM, and the University of Oregon. The sessions are held each year spanning six Saturdays in late Winter/early Spring. at the Portland Community College Rock Creek Campus. Topics for the first two sessions include archaeology basics as well as information on artifacts, laws and ethics, Northwest archaeology and rock art, site stewardship and volunteering. The cost is just $25 for both sessions and is open to the public.


Part One: Intro to Pacific Northwest Archaeology
Sessions 1&2 Saturday Feb. 4 2012 & Saturday Feb.11 2012

For those who want to dig further into archaeology, four additional training sessions in field excavation, laboratory methods, site mapping, cataloging and compass reading. The program is a great way to network with other archaeology lovers and to learn how you can get involved in the field. Because class size is limited for the last four sessions, please reserve your space early. The entire six-session package is $90 and includes a one-year OAS membership, or $60 for current members.

Part Two: Archaeology Training
Sessions 3-6: Saturdays Feb. 25, Mar. 3, Mar. 10, Mar.17 2012

Complete the application attached below, or contact Steve Satterthwaite (503) 824-2264 satterts@hotmail.com for more information.

Download the pdf application
*Includes Membership application for new members taking all six sessions.

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