SUMMARY
To become an archaeologist, essential tools and skills include a battered toolbox with a trowel and brush, soft paint brushes, a small dental pick, string and rods for grid marking, and a screened sifting box. Education is crucial, alongside practical skills like grid creation on paper. Familiarity with GPS technology is also beneficial for land surveying. Personal attire, such as wearing shorts and a Fedora, is mentioned humorously but reflects the informal culture surrounding archaeology.
PREREQUISITES
- Basic understanding of archaeological fieldwork techniques
- Familiarity with GPS technology for land surveying
- Knowledge of grid marking and documentation methods
- Practical skills in using archaeological tools like trowels and brushes
NEXT STEPS
- Research educational programs in archaeology
- Learn about archaeological surveying techniques using GPS
- Explore the use of screened sifting boxes in excavation
- Study grid creation and documentation methods in fieldwork
USEFUL FOR
Aspiring archaeologists, students of archaeology, hobbyists interested in fieldwork, and anyone looking to understand the practical aspects of archaeological excavation.