NEW! DCNR Now Accepting Applications For Aspiring Archaeologists, Preservationists For PA Cultural Resource Crew Members

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is now accepting applications to join the PA Cultural Resources Crew, part of the PA Outdoor Corps Program.  

The deadline for applications is February 1.

The CRC is intended to provide aspiring archaeologists and preservationists the professional skills to build successful careers in land and resource management. The CRC will complete preservation oriented projects throughout Pennsylvania’s extensive park and forest system.

Projects may include: Phase I archaeological and above-ground historic resource surveys, resource inventory, resource/site assessment, and research-oriented investigations. 

Crew members will be provided multiple opportunities to attend and participate in training and educational activities related to cultural resource management.

Most work and activities take place outdoors or in a lab setting in all seasons and weather and involves physically demanding labor.

Click Here for a flyer on the program.  To apply, scan the QR Code in the flyer and complete a basic survey of interest and submit a current resume to: paoutdoorcorps@thesca.org.  Put 2022 CRC in the subject line.

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(Reprinted from the latest DCNR Bureau of State Parks Environmental Education newsletter.  Click Here to sign up for your own copy.)

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[Posted: January 12, 2022]  PA Environment Digest