The stark beauty and life-sustaining resources of Grand Canyon have been luring humankind for Millennia. Only a fraction of Grand Canyon National Park has been surveyed for evidence of such habitation, and already thousands of historic and prehistoric sites have been catalogued.

During this class, participants will learn and employ the latest archaeological surveying methods under the guidance of archaeologists from the NPS Division of Science and Resource Management. Using Desert View Campground as a base of operations, participants will learn how to seek, identify and record archaeological artifacts along a remote stretch of the South Rim. Participants will also learn about the lifestyles and history of the indigenous peoples that once called Grand Canyon home. All meals and campsites will be provided during the survey. Participants provide their own camping gear. Previous experience with field-based surveying a plus, but not mandatory.