San Bernardino National Forest Applied Archaeology
California
Summer 2010
Student Quotes
“This course definitely exceeded by expectations. We learned all of the main techniques of archaeology and the amount of field work we obtained was excellent. I also thoroughly enjoyed all of our guest speakers. The professors of this school were excellent as well, with the expansive wealth of knowledge they shared with us. I feel that this field school gave me a very true feeling of what archaeology is all about. After this field school, I am very confident to say that archaeology is the profession I would like to be in. All of the facilities were very excellent and the food was the best I have ever had!!” Payton McCleary (junior, Northern State University, South Dakota; 2008 participant)
“I chose this course because I felt that it would provide me with the technical skills to practice hands on archaeology. I was right. I now feel confident to go into any sub-field of archaeology and succeed. This is my first field school and its the best one that I could have possibly chosen to attend. While most archaeology students need more than one field school to learn basic archaeology skills, I learned more than the basic skills at this archaeology field school. I now feel very confident in the field of archaeology.” Sergio Comparan (BA, UCLA; 2008 participant)
“Completely exceeded my expectations. I learned more in these five weeks that I did in much of my college career. I had no clue what I wanted to do with my life until this field school. Wonderful food. Great to have bathrooms and running water.” Evan Mills (BA California State University, San Bernardino; 2008 participant)
"First of all, I would like to thank Daniel, Bill, and Gina for the knowledge that they have given me. I know that I have learned more here in 5 weeks than all the archaeology classes I have taken put together. I really do appreciate all the time and effort that you all have given me." Dan Cambiano (BA, University of Arkansas; 2007 participant)
“Dear Mr. McCarthy, I didn't get a chance to thank you for the great experience this summer at the field school and I wanted to let you know that it was the best educational experience I've had. I'm convinced I've made the right career choice now. I know our entire team felt privileged to have you as our instructor for the majority of the school. I hope we didn't leave you with too much paperwork, but it sure was fun producing it. Hope all is well with you.” Patrick Raley (BA, CSU Sacramento; 2006 participant)
“I had a great time being out in the field with you and everyone else. It was a great experience!! I had experience already being a tech., but taking field school made me understand archaeology in depth. Especially in California! I loved the way you guys handled the campground, I always loved camping. I agree with your ideas, and teachings on archaeology, and anthropology as a whole. Your knowledge of botany is what I found most intriguing. All instructors added a piece to our learning and understanding the concepts of CRM. I would not change anything. Thanks for a great experience in field school!" Sandy Duarte (BA, UCSB; 2006 participant)