Youth Programs

Archaeology Workshops:

Introduction to Archaeology
Students entering grades 1-4
Discover the science of archaeology by participating in hands-on activities like those used by archaeologists out in the field. Explore MVAC’s Archaeology Laboratory, and discover how people lived in Wisconsin by checking out the artifacts that have been recovered in the area. Cancellations prior to June 18, 2010 will receive a full refund minus a $35 cancellation fee. No refunds for cancellations after June 18, 2010. Bring a lunch with drink, snacks and water bottle.
July 5, 2010; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
311 Wimberly Hall, UW-La Crosse
$65, includes travel fee

Temples & Tombs of the Americas
Students entering grades 4-6
Discover the unique cultures of the Maya, Inca and Aztecs of Meso and South America. These early Americans built spectacular buildings, had a written language, and complex warrior rituals. Hands-on activities will include writing hieroglyphics, making a mask, and more! Cancellations prior to June 18, 2010 will receive a full refund minus a $35 cancellation fee. No refunds for cancellations after June 18, 2010. Bring a lunch with drink, snacks and water bottle.
July 6, 2010; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
311 Wimberly Hall, UW-La Crosse
$65, includes travel fee

Introduction to Archaeology
Students entering grades 5-9
Explore MVAC’s Archaeology Laboratory and work with artifacts recovered from area excavations as an introduction to the science of archaeology. Discover how the first Native Americans in Wisconsin survived using the natural resources found in our area. Students must take this class in order to attend the Middle School Field Experience class. Cancellations prior to June 18, 2010 will receive a full refund minus a $35 cancellation fee. No refunds for cancellations after June 18, 2010. Bring a lunch with drink, snacks and water bottle.
July 7, 2010; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
311 Wimberly Hall, UW-La Crosse
$65, includes travel fee

Middle School Field Experience
Students entering grades 5-9
Take your excitement for archaeology to the field! Students who have taken the Introduction to Archaeology class in the past can join a La Crosse area project. Participants will work alongside professional archaeologists in the field. Activities may include shovel testing and/or small-scale excavations (test units). Weather may require alternate activities. Cancellations prior to June 18, 2010 will receive a full refund minus a $60 cancellation fee. No refunds for cancellations after June 18, 2010. Bring a lunch with drink and snacks, water bottle, insect repellent and sun screen. Wear comfortable walking shoes and clothes that can get dirty.
July 8-9, 2010; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
311 Wimberly Hall, UW-La Crosse
$150

Public Archaeology Field Schools
Youth & Adult
This multi-day event includes both field and lab experiences and is a well rounded opportunity for those who want to learn about the process of archaeology. Explore what it is like to participate in an actual archaeological excavation by working alongside professional archaeologists in the field. Participate in small-scale excavations (test units) and survey work. Lab work may include washing ceramics, stone tools, and other remains, and sorting them into basic categories. An experimental archaeology component of the event may explore making stone tools and pottery. Optional lab hours and local field trips will be available after regular field school hours. No previous experience is necessary.

This experience is open to high school students through adults. Fee includes a one year MVAC membership. Supervised dorm facilities are available for high school students at an additional cost of $160 for 3 days and $260 for 5 days. Cancellation prior to June 4, 2010 will receive a full refund minus a $60 cancellation fee. No refunds for cancellations after June 4, 2010.

Three-day Field School:
July 5, 2010; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
July 6 & 7, 2010; 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
259 Cartwright Center, UW-La Crosse
$350, includes one year MVAC membership

One-week Field School:
July 5, 2010; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
July 6, 7, 8 and 9, 2010; 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
259 Cartwright Center, UW-La Crosse
$500, includes one year MVAC membership

For more Information: Karen Langaard, 608.785.6508 or langaard.kare@uwlax.edu