Assistant State Archaeologist Kevin Black will be teaching a class on “Basic Site Surveying Techniques” from May 29-June 1 at the Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College in Durango. This 25 hour course is part of the Program for Avocational Archaeological Certification, and is open to the public. No prior classes are required. The course will discuss site identification, surveying methods, recording procedures, basic equipment usage, reading topographic maps, and field procedures. At least one half day will be spent in the field putting to use the information discussed in class. This course provides valuable information for any prospective archaeological field worker, or a volunteer on a dig. Total cost is $12.00. Details can be found at www.historycolorado.org/oahp/basic-site-surveying-techniques. For further information or to register, contact Tish Varney at (970)259-4099 or tishvarney@att.net. prior to May 15th.