Archaeological Field School
2011-2012: TBA
An intensive 6-week combination of excavations and laboratory analysis of historical archaeological materials from the northern yard of the Spanish presidio of Santa Barbara. The presidio was founded in 1782, the last of four military posts in Spanish California intended to defend the province from foreign invasion. Attention will be focused on architectural remains which may provide information for future reconstruction.
The presidio is located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara. Students should expect cool foggy nights and warm sunny afternoons while in an ideal climate. The class can be accommodated at no charge at a group campside at El Capitan State Beach, where hot showers and electricity are available. Sleeping bags must be provided by the students, who are also responsible for their own food. Other arrangements may be made. Students should be in good physical condition. Tetanus shots are required.
Download the Archaeological Field School Flyer with Application here.
Mail applications to Cal Poly Continuing Education, Bldg 116, Calfornia Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo, CA 93407-0442. If paying by credit card, you can fax your application to (805) 756-5933.
About the Instructor:
Robert L. Hoover is Professor Emeritus of anthropology at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, where he taught from 1970 to 1998. He received his A.B., M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in anthropology from the University of California, Berkeley, and has specialized in the prehistoric and historic archaeology of California. Hoover has published in journals both in the United States and abroad, is a past-president of the California Mission Studies Association, and has served from 1984 to 1998 as a member of the State Historical Resources Commission.
Details:
Location: TBA
Schedule: TBA
Fee: TBA
Prerequisite: TBA