From Mt. Pleasant to Burlington
Read more about geology and archaeology, AND flintknapping 2009 Team Archaeology Booklet!	Geology and Archaeology Geology plays an important role in the field of archaeology. Since prehistoric artifact assemblages are so often dominated by lithic materials, geologic sourcing is routinely performed to address issues including trade, the movement of people, and social interaction. Keokuk chert outcrop, coutersy of Ray Anderson, Iowa Geological Survey.

Kevin Verhulst flintknapping, photograph courtesy of Mary De La Garza

Flint knapping is the process by which stone or lithics tools are made. Keep an eye out for Kevin who will be flintknapping at overnight stops.

Kevin Verhulst flintknapping, photograph courtesy of Mary De La Garza