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Archaeology Hike

Name: Archaeology Hike
Start: 2022-04-16T10:00:00-04:00
End: 2022-04-16T12:00:00-04:00
Location: Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center

April 16, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Take a walk through the early history of Weedon Island to learn about the indigenous cultures that lived here long ago.

Led by professional archaeologists with the Florida Public Archaeology Network, hike to an active archaeological dig-site on Weeden Island. Attendees will learn about the early peoples that inhabited Weedon Island thousands of years ago, and the ongoing work being done by researchers to better understand these ancient cultures and how they interacted with their environment.

This hike is recommended for adults and youth ages 12+. Participants should be prepared for a 2 mile hike on uneven terrain.

Proceeds will support the West Central chapter of the Florida Public Archaeology Network (FPAN), an organization that promotes and facilitates the stewardship, public appreciation, and value of Florida’s archaeological heritage through regional centers, partnerships, and community engagement. Learn about FPAN at https://flpublicarchaeology.org/regions/west-central/.

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