The British Sub Aqua Club (BSAC) and the Nautical Archaeology Society (NAS) are combining to offer a Wreck Appreciation Course.
This course is great fun and concentrates on wrecks and how to identify important features. The course is primarily designed for divers new to wreck diving or those who would like to learn more about the wrecks they dive.
You do not have to be a member of the Nautical Archaeology Society but if you are, or decide to join, then completion of this course will give you six points towards the NAS Part 3 certificate. Membership costs from as little as £18 for 12 months.
Underwater Archaeology
NAS and BSAC Wreck Appreciation Course
16th - 17th April 2011 &
3rd - 4th September 2011
3rd - 4th September 2011
Adopt a Wreck
Sound of Mull Underwater Archaeology Fieldschool
13th June - 1st July 2011
The aim of the fieldschool is to provide participants with an opportunity to participate (under the supervision of qualified archaeologists) in an underwater archaeological survey and excavation of a 19th century shipwreck in the Sound of Mull.
The wreck of the John Preston (1855-1882) lies in 14-21 meters of water and has been intensively surveyed as part of the Sound of Mull Archaeological Project (SOMAP).
Minimum Diving Qualification:
BSAC Sports Diver / PADI Rescue Diver.
For more information about the fieldschool click here.
The wreck of the John Preston (1855-1882) lies in 14-21 meters of water and has been intensively surveyed as part of the Sound of Mull Archaeological Project (SOMAP).
Minimum Diving Qualification:
BSAC Sports Diver / PADI Rescue Diver.
For more information about the fieldschool click here.
Thames Discovery Programme
When the tide is out, the Thames is the longest open – air archaeological site in London, and much of the foreshore is freely accessible to the public. However, many of the exposed archaeological sites are often unrecognised and unprotected and almost all are vulnerable to the twice – daily scouring of the tidal river, and thus require close monitoring.
The Thames Discovery Programme aims to communicate an understanding and informed enjoyment of the historic Thames to the widest possible audience.
Free training is given to any volunteers interested in helping out on the project. You do NOT have to be an archaeologist or a scuba diver.
Click here if you are interested in finding out more about the project or if you would like to become a FROG (Foreshore Recording and Observation Group member).
The Thames Discovery Programme aims to communicate an understanding and informed enjoyment of the historic Thames to the widest possible audience.
Free training is given to any volunteers interested in helping out on the project. You do NOT have to be an archaeologist or a scuba diver.
Click here if you are interested in finding out more about the project or if you would like to become a FROG (Foreshore Recording and Observation Group member).
Oakbank Crannog Underwater Archaeology Fieldschool
11th - 17th July 2011
Underwater archaeologists have been exploring the crannogs in Loch Tay, Scotland since 1980. The Crannog Centre reconstruction is based on their excavation results from the 2,500 year old Oakbank Crannog located off the village of Fearnan.
The ancient structural timbers, plant remains, food, utensils, and even clothing have been remarkably well-preserved by the cold peaty water. Particularly spectacular are a butter dish with butter still sticking to the inside of it, and a handful of sloes with the fruit still intact. Pollen, seeds and even herbs have also been discovered.
The next underwater archaeology fieldschool will run in the summer with lectures and diving. Hands-on opportunity for prehistoric crannog site visits and surveys; recording a 19th century steamboat pier; introduction to underwater excavation techniques; ancient technology and logboats. Cost to be confirmed.
Anyone interested should contact us early as places are limited and fill quickly.
For more information contact the Scottish Crannog Centre.
The ancient structural timbers, plant remains, food, utensils, and even clothing have been remarkably well-preserved by the cold peaty water. Particularly spectacular are a butter dish with butter still sticking to the inside of it, and a handful of sloes with the fruit still intact. Pollen, seeds and even herbs have also been discovered.
The next underwater archaeology fieldschool will run in the summer with lectures and diving. Hands-on opportunity for prehistoric crannog site visits and surveys; recording a 19th century steamboat pier; introduction to underwater excavation techniques; ancient technology and logboats. Cost to be confirmed.
Anyone interested should contact us early as places are limited and fill quickly.
For more information contact the Scottish Crannog Centre.
Further Information
Nautical Archaeology Society
The NAS is dedicated to advancing education in nautical archaeology at all levels; to improving techniques in excavating, conservation and reporting; and to encouraging the participation of members of the public at all stages.
English Heritage
English Heritage aims to discover, enhance and make more widely available knowledge about our maritime culture, whether it be in the form of shipwrecks, harbours, coastal defences, fish-traps, iconography or settlements.
The Hampshire and Wight Trust for Maritime Archaeology
HWTMA promotes interest, research and knowledge of maritime archaeology and heritage in Great Britain with core activities concentrated in the counties of Hampshire, the Isle of Wight and the adjacent South Coast areas.
The Scottish Trust for Underwater Archaeology
STUA is a charitable organisation and was formed to promote the research, recording and preservation of Scotland's underwater heritage. Towards realising these aims the Trust carries out surveys and excavations, provides training, expertise and advice, and tries to raise awareness of our underwater heritage through education, exhibition and publication.
Underwater Archaeology and Maritime History Jobs
Website listing current job vacancies, field opportunities, university/ educational courses and much more information.
The NAS is dedicated to advancing education in nautical archaeology at all levels; to improving techniques in excavating, conservation and reporting; and to encouraging the participation of members of the public at all stages.
English Heritage
English Heritage aims to discover, enhance and make more widely available knowledge about our maritime culture, whether it be in the form of shipwrecks, harbours, coastal defences, fish-traps, iconography or settlements.
The Hampshire and Wight Trust for Maritime Archaeology
HWTMA promotes interest, research and knowledge of maritime archaeology and heritage in Great Britain with core activities concentrated in the counties of Hampshire, the Isle of Wight and the adjacent South Coast areas.
The Scottish Trust for Underwater Archaeology
STUA is a charitable organisation and was formed to promote the research, recording and preservation of Scotland's underwater heritage. Towards realising these aims the Trust carries out surveys and excavations, provides training, expertise and advice, and tries to raise awareness of our underwater heritage through education, exhibition and publication.
Underwater Archaeology and Maritime History Jobs
Website listing current job vacancies, field opportunities, university/ educational courses and much more information.