Archeological Survey, Monitoring, and Site Recording for Joshua Tree National Park

The National Park Service intends to award a single source justified cooperative agreement to the Great Basin Institute for archeological survey, monitoring, and site recording at Joshua Tree National Park. The project aims to provide training and developmental experience to young adults by having them assist the park with compliance-related clearance surveys and assessments, and inventory surveys to document and record archeological resources. The project will engage young adults as archeological technicians to work alongside NPS professional archeologists and archeological technicians. The key objectives of the project include conducting archeological surveys, site recording, documentation, and reporting for archeological activities. • The project will focus on recreational rock climbing areas, including traditional, sport, and bouldering areas. • The project will enhance and improve outdoor recreational activities associated with rock climbing. • The project will provide training and developmental experience to young adults in cultural resource stewardship and historic preservation. • The project will promote education, job training, development of responsible citizenship, productive community involvement, and furthering the understanding, appreciation, and conservation of natural and cultural resources.