How can I get involved with archaeological digs?
to Join an Archeological Dig Getting involved in an archeological dig can be an educational and exciting way to discover the past. Nothing puts a researcher closer to history than actually digging up and holding a piece of it. Join an archeological dig and be a part of important research. Step1Uncover various ways to join an archeological dig. Know that people can join archeological digs without being a part of a college or university archeology program. Step2Understand one way to join an archeological dig is to take one or two courses at a college or university; however, restrictions might apply. Check out collegiate archeological clubs who may offer dig opportunities and will allow non-majors to join an archeological dig. Step3See continuing education programs at colleges and universities for archeological digs and other explorations. Step4Volunteer to be a part of archeological digs. Visit volunteer sites, such as “Archaeo-Volunteers” to discover digs around the world you can join.
Try the Council for British Archaeology: http://www.britarch.ac.uk/ Also look to see if you have a county archaeology or local history society. There are fewer excavations around at the moment though because there is less building happening, a proportion of excavations are ‘rescue digs’ carried out before a new building goes up.
