Guides
Artifact Grading Standardization - David Heaths
grading standardization publication, an interesting read.
Friction
Fire Demonstration - A photo guide on how to produce fire with friction (bow
& drill method).
Flint Reduction Primer - A guide on flint reduction & terminology, with graphical representations.
Oklahoma Indian Artifacts. Click on
the cover to view Robert Bell's book online!
Columbia River Identification - A wonderful typology guide for the Columbia River, written by David Heath. Be sure to check it out. - PDF
GLOSSARY - In depth glossary of Archaeological, Anthropological and Artifact Collecting Terms.
Articles & Miscellaneous Files
IN-SITU: an online publication - This is a wonderful online publication that showcases "In-Situ" artifact finds. Assembled by David Heath, a must see! Click on the image to download the .pdf file. Click HERE to visit the In-Situ Page.
Microscope
Camera Adapter - This is a diagram of an adapter I made that allows you to
use an Intel webcam with your microscope, allowing you to view microscopic
images on your computer monitor. (Warning: l meg large)
Wood
bison in late Holocene Alaska and adjacent Canada: Paleontological,
Archaeological and Historical records. (PDF - 3 files)
Laws Pertinent To Artifact Collecting
NAGPRA 43 CFR 10 - The final ruling (October 1, 2003) of NAGPRA revisions & updates.
NAGPRA - Native American Grave Protection & Repatriation Act.
ARPA - Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979.