Archaeological Terms

Grid system

Archaeological Dig (or Excavation)

Hand Pick

Brush

Soil Sifter

Trowel

Flat edged shovel

Surveying Equipment

Dendrochronology

Stratigraphy

How do archaeologists find sites?

Aerial Photography

How do archaeologist find sites?

Many sites are reported by people who are constantly working on the land – e.g, farmers and ranchers.