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best practices mapping accuracy
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Jim <[log in to unmask]>
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HISTORICAL ARCHAEOLOGY <[log in to unmask]>
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Sun, 11 Nov 2012 14:53:27 -0600
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 Fellow HistArchers:
I am a member of a committee established by the Council for Maryland Archeology charged with the development of a white paper on best practices. My particular charge is to identify the best practices in accurately and precisely documenting the locations and boundaries of archaeological sites.
I have examined the standards and guidelines published for eight eastern states and one western state in the USA. The words 'accuracy' and 'precision' are mentioned in only one or two and none offers guidance on the matter other than investigators documenting the instrument and standard error when using GPS units. I'm seeking input on best practices in mapping site locations, boundaries, units, etc., with or without GPS units. Discussion welcome.
Jim Gibb
 
James G. Gibb

Gibb Archaeological Consulting

2554 Carrollton Road

Annapolis, Maryland USA ?? 21403

443.482.9593 (Land) 410.693.3847 (Cell)

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