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   Cortez, Colorado, USA
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If you’ve ever dreamed of being an archaeologist, then Crow Canyon is the place for you! Working alongside professional archaeologists at our current excavation site and in the laboratory, you’ll unearth and analyze ancestral Pueblo (Anasazi) artifacts that have been unseen and untouched for 800 years.

Crow Canyon Archaeology Adventures

Teen Archaeology Summer Camps and Field SchoolIf you’ve ever dreamed of being an archaeologist, then Crow Canyon is the place for you! Working alongside professional archaeologists at our excavation site and in our laboratory, you’ll unearth and analyze ancestral Pueblo (Anasazi) artifacts that have been unseen and untouched for 800 years. It’s all part of Crow Canyon’s long-term research into one of the most fascinating ancient cultures of the American Southwest.  June-November. 

Middle School Archaeology Camp

Think you're too young for archaeology? Think again! This week-long introduction to archaeology is filled with fun activities, interesting discussions, and lots of opportunities to make new friends.

High School Archaeology Camp

This week-long camp is a great way to try your hand at archaeology, as you excavate at a real archaeological site and work with ancient Pueblo artefacts in the lab.

High School Field School
Add a prestigious precollegiate experience to your resume by attending this intensive (but fun!) three-week program, where you'll work alongside professional archaeologists in the field and lab.

Family Archaeology Week Make your next family vacation an archaeology adventure! This program focuses on fun, hands-on activities that introduce you and your family to archaeology and the history and culture of the ancestral Pueblo Indians. 

School Group Field Trips Archaeology engages students in the study of the past. Through hands-on activities and unique field trips, students learn that archaeology, history and culture are exciting, relevant, and fun. It also reinforces concepts used in a wide range of subjects, including history, language, mathematics, social studies, environmental stewardship, and science. March-November

Camp Type:  Residential  Day  Family  Adult
Year Established: 1983
Gender: Coed
Age of Campers: 12 to 18 years old
Cost/Week: $1001.00-$2000.00/wk
Religious Affiliation:
Camp Owner(s): Dr. Ricky R. Lightfoot
Camp Director(s):
Nearest Large City: Colorado Springs/Denver
Off Season Rental: Yes
Camp Focus:
Academic and Pre-College Camps: Science
Adventure Camps: Assorted Adventures
Adventure Camps: Environmental
Winter and Spring Break Programs
Adventure Activities:
  •  Assorted Adventures
  •  Environmental
  •  Wilderness

Academic Activities:
  •  General Academics
  •  History
  •  International Studies
  •  Leadership
  •  Other Academics
  •  Science

Miscellaneous Activities:
  •  Team Building
  •  Travel/Trips
  •  Winter/Spring Break Programs


Additional Activities:
Archaeology Adventures!

Middle School Archaeology Camp

 

  • June 21 to 27, 2009
    • Donor Club Tuition: $1,175
    • Non-Donor Tuition: $1,300
    • Deposit: $300

High School Archaeology Camp

  • July 26 to August 1, 2009
    • Donor Club Tuition: $1,175
    • Non-Donor Tuition: $1,300
    • Deposit: $300

High School Field School

  • July 5 to 25, 2009
    • Donor Club Tuition: $3,950
    • Non-Donor Tuition: $4,075
    • Deposit: $300