The PAST Foundation's Boca Chica Shipwreck Field School is now open to 
all adult applicants. This hands-on archaeological field school focuses 
on an early 19th century schooner stranded on the beach just north of 
the Texas/Mexico border. No diving is involved. Participants will learn 
about the different aspects of a scientific archaeological investigation 
while recording the shipwreck via mapping, test excavation and artifact 
analysis. Excellent for beginners; no prior experience required. 
Specific project activities undertaken by participants under 
professional direction/instruction include:
 
* Site mapping and drawing
* Photographic mapping techniques
* Panoramic and stereo site photography
* Artifact stabilization
* Artifact recording and photography
* Constructing and using single, parallel and zigzag baselines
* Project report development
* Public outreach through website construction and organization
* Excavation techniques

Please visit the project website, 
http://www.pastfoundation.org/2007BocaChicaFieldSchool/

Or contact Andy Hall ([log in to unmask]) for details.