Detection Dogs in Archeology Workshop 2023
Participants will receive training to understand when to employ HRD dog survey in archeological settings, methods, and how to interpret results. Field exercises will demonstrate best practices regarding HRD dog survey under various circumstances. Workshop instructors include certified dog handler teams, leading experts in HRD dog survey, and professional archeologists leading the development of this practice. Field exercises will take place at various points of interest at Poverty Point, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and earthwork complex.
Full Workshop Announcement: Detection Dogs in Archeology Workshop 2023 (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov)
Dates: May 9 – 11, 2023. The workshop will begin at 8 am on Tuesday, May 9 and end at 5 pm on Thursday, May 11.
Location: Poverty Point World Heritage Site, 6859 LA-577, Pioneer, LA 71266.
Cost: Regular participants: $600. Student participants: $300.
How to register: Visit our full workshop announcement link above for registration.
Contact: Sadie Schoeffler, sadie_schoeffler@nps.gov (337) 257-6045, or Tad Britt, tad_britt@nps.gov (318) 521-5641.
