Alia Moore studies a projectile point
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Comparison of differing techniques in artifact manufacture.
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Differences in artifacts indicate different cultures and ages.
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Dr. Alison Stenger conducts an examination of a Cascade point.
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Mike Full studies a possibly pre-Cascade point.
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Taxonomy: studying a giant calcaneous (heel bone) to identify an animal.
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Taxonomy: mammoth or mastodon? The bones will tell.
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Marvin Reken and Mike Full make field notes for identification.
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Preservation and Restoration: Marvin Reken empties preservative into a container.
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The fossil enters a preservative bath.
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A fossil starts its months long journey to stabilization and restoration.
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Taphonomy: studying a bone to unlock its secrets.
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Mack Reid examines a bone fragment for possible butcher marks.
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Comparing different fragments for wear and breakage patterns.
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