SCRAP Fieldschool 2008: Paleoindian Survey of Northern, NH
OBJECTIVES
The 2008 SCRAP field school will explore new areas of known Paleoindian sites and to survey and record newly discovered sites. This will entail expanding systematic investigations in order to evaluate site boundaries, content and significance. Preliminary finds strongly suggest the presence of a quarry and associated workshop in close context with other Paleoindian sites. This area will be recorded and potential research parameters will be defined and evaluated. In addition, previously unexplored areas will be selected for systematic survey to test predictions for the location of additional Paleoindian sites.
INSTRUCTION
Participants in the field school will be instructed in the fundamentals of archaeological survey excavation techniques. The principal field methodology will entail excavation of 50 cm shovel test pits and excavation of one meter square test pits, with the objective of obtaining stratigraphic as well as horizontal contextual data. The students will be taught artifact recognition skills, field data recording techniques and basic laboratory methods. Completion of the field school will provide a solid introduction to field methodology equivalent to that employed in cultural resource management evaluation projects. Fieldwork will be supplemented with lectures by specialists in related fields.
SCHEDULE
The field school will take place from June 23rd through July 18 and will be conducted in two sessions, each two weeks long, beginning June 23, and July 7. Investigations will be conducted Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 4:00 PM, with occasional evening lectures and workshops.
MEALS & HOUSING
The field school will be based at the Jones Cottage in Randolph, NH. Participants will have space for tent camping with access to shower and sanitary facilities. The field laboratory and kitchen/dining area will be housed in the historic cabin. A fully equipped kitchen will be available for communal meals. Cost for lodging is $50 per week and costs for meals is estimated at $35 per week.
SPONSORS 
The field school is co-sponsored by the NH Division of Historical Resources under the State Conservation and Rescue Archaeology Program (SCRAP) and Plymouth State University. All fieldwork and instruction will be directed by Dr. Richard Boisvert, NH State Archaeologist, and conforms to the standards.
ACADEMIC CREDIT
Participants may obtain academic credit through Plymouth State University at either the undergraduate or graduate levels. Each week of participation is equivalent to one credit, and students may register for two to four credits. Credit students will be evaluated on their participation in field and laboratory work, plus completion of a research project. Costs for the field school credit students include a $50 equipment and supplies fee, plus tuition and registration fees. These are: Undergraduate In-State $255/credit, Out-of-State $284/credit plus a $31 registration fee; Graduate In-State $394/credit, Out-of-State $428/credit plus a $25 registration fee. PSU registration forms can be obtained by contacting:
| Undergraduate Credit Tamara Cocchiarella Office of Continuing Ed., 17 High St., MSC-10 Plymouth, NH 03264 603-535-2228, tcocchiarella@plymouth.edu |
Graduate Credit Lisa Dalzell College of Graduate Studies, 17 High St., MSC-11 Plymouth, NH 03264 603-535-3097, lmdalzell@plymouth.edu |
VOLUNTEER PARTICIPATION
Individuals may participate as SCRAP volunteers. There is no fee for participation as a volunteer, however we request a $35 donation to defray costs of supplies and instructional materials. Volunteers will receive the same instruction as credit students. Successful completion of the fieldwork will earn SCRAP certification for Survey Technician.
REGISTRATION - Both volunteers and credit student participants must complete the registration form and send it with a brief statement indicating why they wish to join the field school to:
2008 SCRAP Field School
NH Division of Historical Resources
19 Pillsbury St, 2nd Floor
Concord, NH 03301-3570
or Fax it to: 603-271-3433
STATE CONSERVATION AND RESCUE ARCHAEOLOGY PROGRAM 2008
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| Date of Birth: ______________ Participants must be at least 16 years of
age) Please check below the sessions(s) you plan to attend and your participation status. |
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_____ Session 1 June 23 – July 3 |
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Additional information can be obtained by contacting Richard Boisvert at the Division of Historical Resources at 603-271-6433. PDF flier