The Boyd Archaeological Field School

This summer course includes accommodation and is sponsored by the York Region District School Board and Toronto and Region Conservation, with partnership by Rouge Park, the Region of Peel, and the Royal Ontario Museum. Students will earn a Grade 12 University Prep Credit in Interdisciplinary Studies (IDC4U).

The course instructors include Ontario teachers, licensed archaeologists, Aboriginal educators and respected professionals in a variety of specialties.

Course components:

• an introduction to archaeological theory
• archaeological excavation field work
• analysis of artifacts
• study of past Aboriginal and European/settler cultures
• introduction to modern Aboriginal philosophies, worldview and contemporary social issues
• analysis of the environment of the culture
• flintknapping and other lost arts

Course Work:

• a Grade 12 Interdisciplinary Studies credit (IDC4U) is awarded on successful completion of the field school
• evaluation is based on archaeological field and lab work, classroom participation, essays, assignments and a final exam

A general information session may be offered in April for those who are interested in learning more about the course and meeting some of the instructors. For inquiries, call or email Cathy Crinnion at 416.661.6600 ext.5323 or ccrinnion@trca.on.ca