Taster courses are designed to provide trainees with an awareness of what is involved in working on a modern excavation. They are a hands-on introduction to digging and finds work. All tasters include a ticket to JORVIK.
The 2010 Archaeology Live!
Training dig will concentrate on investigating Roman, Viking and
medieval archaeology at the eastern extent of the site. Summer dates: 28th June - 17th September
1 day taster
The basics of digging and finds work
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Introduction and site tour
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Excavation techniques (generally trowelling and sieving)
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Washing and studying the finds made during the day
2 day taster
A more in-depth introduction to digging and finds work.
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Introduction and site tour
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Excavation (trowelling, mattocking and sieving)
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Site recording (drawing plans and using a level)
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Finds washing and study
Cost:
| One day Taster |
£50 |
(£40 Friends of YAT/Returnees |
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Additional days |
£40 |
The working day is 9.30am - 5pm including a 45-minute lunch break and two 15-minute tea breaks. Full details of working arrangements will be supplied on booking.
To take part Get in touch with us first to check if space is available, then print off a booking form and get it back to us either in the post or by email. Booking deadline is one week prior to the taster day.
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Booking form (Word document)
For more information contact:
Training Dig, York Archaeological Trust, 47 Aldwark, YORK, YO1 7BX, ENGLAND
E-mail:
Mobile: +44 (0) 7908 210026
Fax: +44 (0) 1904 663024
