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Underwater Historic Archaeology Field School

Mysteries of Molasses Reef: Wreck of Slobodna



Application Deadline: May 30, 2006
Field School Dates: July 30-August 11, 2006

University, College, Institution

PAST Foundation Field School ( www.pastfoundation.org)

Field School Location

Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, Key Largo, Florida

Field School Overview

  • Field School Type: Material Culture, Conservation, Underwater Survey Techniques
  • Time Period(s) Historic Underwater late 19th century
  • Field School Conditions: Suburban (you can walk to the Internet Cafe)
  • Field School Access: By boat. Transporation provided during field school
  • Number of years for field school: 2

    Project Directors

    Dr. Sheli Smith, PAST Foundation
    Dr. Annalies Corbin, PAST Foundation

    Field School Description

    2006 marks the second and final year of underwater survey on the wreck site of the late 19th century sailing ship, Slobodna in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. The Florida Keys field school is an excellent opportunity to learn about underwater archaeology from soup to nuts. The field school focuses on managing material culture and underwater survey. Participants garner hands-on experience regarding collections, collection management and public outreach as well as underwater survey techniques and mapping skills. You ll leave Florida with a great set of life skills and the satisfaction of having contributed to the enhancement of America s maritime heritage.


    Field school web site: www.pastfoundation.org
    Field School Size: 1-15
    Minimum age: 18 and older
    Is prior experience required?: No
    Recommended experience: Some knowledge of archaeology and/or history preferred

    Specialized skills you will have the opportunity to learn

    Manual Mapping/drawing (plan views, profiles): Yes
    Digital Photography: Yes
    Excavation Survey Techniques: Yes
    Restoration and conservation of artifact: Yes
    Lab work: Yes
    Database: Yes
    Artifact analysis: Yes
    Report writing: Yes
    Evening Lectures: Evening lectures will complement the ongoing daily activities.
    Lab work on rain days?: Yes

    Is travel during free time restricted?: No

    Additional information for students: A day trip to Key West and the museums is included. Complementary dive trips are available for evenings and on the day off through Quiescence Dive Charters.

    Academic, Credit Room and Board, & Tuition

    Academic Credit: Yes
    Number of Credits: College credit can be faciliated through PAST and your institution. Contact PAST for further details
    Room and Board Information: Room, board, air, tanks and weight are included in the field school fee. Travel to and from the field school location are the responsibility of the participants. 50% deposit ($800) is due with application. Full payment is due upon acceptance and no later than 30 days prior to start of field school. Total Field School fee: $1600

    Recommended readings

    A list of recommended readings, forms, supplies and gear will be provided to all participating students. When applying to field school take the time to tell PAST why you are interested and why you want to attend. It does not have to be long, a paragraph or two will do.

    Archaeology field school contact

    www.pastfoundation.org
    fieldschools@pastfoundation.org

    Summary

    This is a great way to immerse yourself in the field of maritime archaeology and see all of its aspects in a condensed version. From the enthusiast to the specialist this field school will capture your imagination, stretch your interests and give you the satisfaction of having made a difference in the stewardship of cultural resource management.
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