10th November 2005, 10:15 AM
Quote:quote:Originally posted by archae_logical
Here's 2 questions from a non archaeologist
1. Why use one form of geophys equipment on gravel which does not give a worthwhile reading when there are other forms of geophys that would give better readings (Ok probably cost, but don't try telling us the results have any meaning)
2 Why treat all members of the general public as though they know nothing of archaeology, some of us do understand and can see when we're being told rubbish. (not referring to this forum but to a book my friend was reading recently on Roman roads and Henges which was complete rubbish but we were informed by an archaeologist that, because it was written by an archaeologist, it must be right.)
If you want details of this I can supply
Trying to present the average archaeological site to the public isn't always the easiest task in the world, particularly when your doing it "on the hoof" as it were,while trying to get the digging and recording done before time and money runs out.It's certainly been a while since I've worked on a project thats had a "public face" to it with display boards, etc.
There's also the problem that site staff are not always briefed that well on the project their working on.Even though my lot are fairly good about briefing staff on the background, there's usually something that somebody forgets to tell us.
Also, some people are just better at communicating with the public then others are, just as in other walks of life. I can do it if pushed but I have to be in the mood to do it well, and often site conditions and pressure's often leave me with a sour disposition more and more these days