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Archaeology outreach gear in place; volunteers to begin test excavation
Summary
Dr. Amy Schmidt said equipment for an archaeological outreach program is stored at the Nathan Lester House; the commission plans an initial test unit and a research plan, with public volunteer involvement expected once temperatures cool.
Dr. Amy Schmidt (S8) told the commission that "all of the equipment has come in for the archaeological outreach program" and that she and Doug have inventoried it. S8 said the immediate next step is to lay out a first test unit and a research plan, then invite the public to participate when weather permits.
S8 emphasized the practical constraints of summer heat and shade limitations at the site and offered availability for commissioners and volunteers to visit the mill and ruins for on-the-ground planning. Commission members agreed to coordinate a site visit and to include the outreach program in upcoming event planning for community engagement.
