The Lost Dutchman Chapter
The Lost Dutchman Chapter of the Arizona Archaeological
Society has been active in Apache Junction since its
formation in 1989. The Lost Dutchman Chapter is one of
nineteen such chapters located throughout Arizona. The
Chapter carries an active membership list of approximately
30 members. Like other chapters of the AAS, we have close
working relationships with other related groups; such
as the Southwest Archaeology Team (SWAT), Site Steward
Program, State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), Bureau
of Land Management (BLM), and Arizona State Museum (ASM).
Membership in the Lost Dutchman Chapter is open to all
persons or institutions who possess a sincere interest
and sympathy with the stated purpose of the AAS and its
objectives. The Chapter is family oriented and provides
a unique opportunity for all generations to work together
doing various hands-on activities. Members are eligible
to participate in statewide field trips, i.e. archaeological
parks and sites , excavations, surveys, laboratory
work and various other archaeology related activities.
Qualification for membership and fees are set by each
individual chapter. Various classes of memberships available
consist of:
Single Membership Family Membership Student (full-time)
Junior (12-18 years of age)
As a member, an individual may join any of the Society's
19 statewide chapters, or if out-of-state, may become
a member-at-large.
All AAS Chapters have a professional volunteer archaeologist
who serves on the board and acts as an advisor. He/She
provides a basis of information for the chapter by which
they can evaluate their proposed field activities and
stay in compliance with federal and state antiquities
laws.
The AAS has a nationally recognized certification department
that provides educational programs in many areas of interest.
This program is an excellent way to offer training to
members in various aspects of archaeology outside of
a formal academic degree program. Members are encouraged
to enroll in this widely acclaimed AAS Certification
Program. Professional archaeologists teach most of the
subjects, which include both classroom and field training.
When students are fully certified in the various courses,they
are qualified to become valuable members of most archaeological
projects. Arizona has become a national leader in archaeological
education and preservation programs.
During the summer, the AAS certification program sponsors
field schools in rock art, excavation and other activities.As
a member of the society you have the privilege of attending
these schools for a nominal fee.
As a member of the Lost Dutchman Chapter,you will receive
three informative publications: the annual publication
of AAS, The Arizona Archaeologist; a monthly newsletter,
The Petroglyph; and the Chapter's own monthly newsletter,
The Lost Dutchman's Mind.
Meetings are held on the third Friday of each month
at the Apache Junction High School, 2525 S. Ironwood,
Room 1J. Programs start at 7:30 p.m. Meetings are open
to the public and quests are invited to attend.
For more information about the Lost Dutchman Chapter,
Arizona Archaeological Society please print out the following
form and mail to:
Lost Dutchman Chapter/AAS P.O. Box 4542 Apache Junction,
AZ 85278-4542
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