On at least one occasion, when looting was a real issue, we found a  
deputy sheriff does wonders in terms of deterring "collectors". If  
the site is reasonably important and not going to be open for too  
long, police may be part of your answer.

On Mar 13, 2006, at 0:56, Jane Lee wrote:

> I totally appreciate your concern for context, Ron. That is a  
> serious concern for me as well, and that concern is really what  
> prompted my post. I wouldn't rely on heavy equipment if I didn't  
> feel that it was absolutely necessary in this situation. However,  
> Mike has hit the nail right on the head. Although I don't feel that  
> it's a good idea to go into too many site specific details, I'll  
> suffice it to say we are working within some real time, money, and  
> crew constraints. Not to mentions that this area is notorious for  
> being home to some pretty brazen collectors with Bobcats. So, we  
> are looking to be able to record and collect as much detailed  
> information as possible (again, I agree, context IS key) as  
> effectively, efficiently, and safely as possible. Therefore, I'm  
> hoping that there are a few of you HISTARCHer's that might be able  
> to offer some advice, insight, or methodology that could aid in  
> data collection.
>
> Sincerely,
> Jane
>
>
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