Tag Archives: Field work

A few words on the art of sieving

Posted on September 5, 2016 by sarthure

Archaeologists use various tools to survey and excavate sites. Some are very expensive and require specialist expertise – see Geophys at dawn for images of us working on Baker’s Flat with some of that particular kit. Some are much cheaper and easier to recognise … Continue reading →

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The excavation of Baker’s Flat – a tale of the Trench A dugout

Posted on July 4, 2016 by sarthure

From April through to the beginning of May, I led a trusty band of volunteers in the first excavation at Baker’s Flat. For me, this was an experience that engendered a wide range of emotions. At some stages I was filled with excitement, … Continue reading →

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Ceramic finds at Baker’s Flat

Posted on March 11, 2013 by sarthure

Whilst the focus during the recent field survey was on identifying the locations of building remains, I couldn’t help but be seduced by some of the artefacts on the ground. The photos here show some of the ceramic shards. The … Continue reading →

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Field work at Baker’s Flat

Posted on March 3, 2013 by sarthure

With great good fortune, a Flinders University archaeology field school enabled me to undertake some early field work at Baker’s Flat recently. The site is big, extending over about 170 acres (70 hectares). And in a bid to understand it better, … Continue reading →

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