This summer, Past to Present Archaeology alongside Dr Niko Tushabramishvili and Ilia State University, Tbilisi, Georgia, launch a new research initiative to undertake excavations at both Bondi Cave and Kakheti open site to expand on previous excavations, to explore and document Neanderthal evolutionary history, discover evidence for the Lower Palaeolithic and study extensive artefact bearing deposits in a beautiful open landscape. We offer an exciting fieldschool opportunity to excavate rich Palaeolithic deposits and contribute to the understanding of human evolution in the Caucasus. Participants have a choice of site and even have an opportunity to receive expert archaeological training by industry professionals.
More information at pasttopresent.org/field-school-projects/bondi-cave-kakheti-field-school/?v=79cba1185463
You will receive archaeological training and instruction in:
- Single-context excavation and recording
- Maintaining accurate site records
- Archaeological photography
- Archaeological interpretation and sequencing
- Drawing archaeological plans and sections to appropriate scales
- Archaeological survey
- Artefact retrieval and finds cataloguing
- Lithic identification and typological analysis
- Environmental sampling strategies
- Site conduct and health and safety considerations
Project Dates:
Bondi Period 1: Sunday 30th June to Friday 5th July 2024
Bondi Period 2: Sunday 7th July to Friday 12th July 2024
Bondi Period 3: Sunday 14th July to Friday 19th July 2024
Bondi Period 4: Sunday 21st July to Friday 26th July 2024
Kakheti Period 1: Sunday 30th June to Friday 5th July 2024
Kakheti Period 2: Sunday 7th July to Friday 12th July 2024
Kakheti Period 3: Sunday 14th July to Friday 19th July 2024
Kakheti Period 4: Sunday 21st July to Friday 26th July 2024
Bondi Phase 1: Sunday 30th June to Friday 12th July 2024
Bondi Phase 2: Sunday 14th July to Friday 26th July 2024
Kakheti Phase 1: Sunday 30th June to Friday 12th July 2024
Kakheti Phase 2: Sunday 14th July to Friday 26th July 2024
Bondi All: Sunday 30th June to Friday 26th July 2024
Kakheti All: Sunday 30th June to Friday 26th July 2024
Bondi/Kakheti Split: Sunday 30th June to Friday 26th July 2024
Pricing:
One-Week Intensive: Immerse yourself for a week with accommodation at £895 per person.
Two-Week Deep Dive: Extend your learning with a two-week stay for £1,595.
Four-Week Exploration: Master your skills over four weeks for £2,995.
Please note: Travel costs to and from Georgia are not included.
