To explore your interest in archaeology, see if your local Boy Scout and Girl Scout group participates in camping or hiking expeditions. A trip to a museum also will introduce you to the world of archaeology. Better yet, see if your local museum offers part-time work or volunteer opportunities.
Check out Web sites, too. What is Public Archaeology? (https://www.saa.org/education-outreach/public-outreach/what-is-public-archaeology) is an excellent resource for those interested in learning more about archaeology. You should also check out the brochure, Careers in Historical Archaeology, at https://sha.org/documents/corrected_sha_careers.pdf. Visit the Web site of the Earthwatch (https://www.earthwatch.org) to learn more about its many exploration trips to locations as close as North America to as far as Africa or Asia. Another suggestion: the National Park Service’s Archaeology Program Web site, https://www.nps.gov/subjects/archeology/index.htm.
The U.S. Forest Service also offers cultural heritage programs that help protect historic properties and cultural resources. Learn more by visiting its Web site at https://www.fs.usda.gov/managing-land/heritage.
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