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THE HAZOR EXCAVATIONS, The Twentieth Season - Summer 2010
In the summer of 2010 excavations will resume at Hazor, a major site in the Galilee, located approximately 5 km. north of Rosh-Pinnah. In this season the levels of the Israelite and Canaanite period will be explored. Dates: The season will extend from Sunday June 20th, to Friday, July 30th, 2010. The season is divided into two 3 week sessions: Sunday June 20th - Friday July 9th 2010; Sunday July 11th- Friday July 30th, 2010. It is possible to apply for either one of the three week sessions or both, but note that preference will be given to those who apply for the entire 6-week season. Participants must be in camp not earlier than the afternoon of June 20th, 2010.
Accommodations The expedition will be staying at the guest rooms at Kfar HaNassi 7 miles south of Tel Hazor: All the rooms equipped with air-condition, TV and a kitchenette. The kibbutz also has a swimming pool, basketball and tennis courts and large supermarket.
How to get there: Your destination is Rosh Pinnah Junction, near Hazor Hagelilit. From Ben-Gurion airport to Tel-Aviv: take Egged bus no. 475 (leaving every 20 minutes, around 30 minutes journey, cost: approx. 3$), and from Tel-Aviv central bus station to Rosh Pina Junction, bus no. 842 or 845 (leaving every 30 minutes, around 3 hours journey, cost: approx. 11$ ). Or: from Ben-Gurion airport to Haifa: take bus no. 947 (leaving every 30 minutes, around 2 hours journey), and from Haifa central bus station to Rosh Pinnah Junction, bus no. 500, (leaves every hour on the hour, around 2.5 hours journey, cost: approx. 9$). Or: from Jerusalem to Rosh Pinnah Junction: take bus no. 963 (leaves five times a day, around 3 hours journey, cost: approx. 12$). Egged Passenger Information: http://www.egged.co.il/Eng/ From Rosh Pinnah Junction the expedition will arrange for a transport to the Kibbutz. Details about the transportation arrangements from the junction to the excavation camp will be provided for confirmed participants. Mailing Address: (mail to and from Israel takes from 10-14 days). Your address: (Your name) Archaeological Expedition Kibbutz Kefar HaNassi Village Inn Kibbutz Kefar HaNassi zip 12305 Israel The guest house phone number is: 972-4-6914870
Program: Work at the site is from 5:00 a.m. to 13:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. On weekends participants may stay at Kefar HaNassi and relax or travel on their own. Such tours will cost extra payements. A series of lectures during the week will provide introductory training in field archaeology and the interpretation of finds. Academic credits are available through the Rothberg School for Overseas Students at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Daily Schedule: Beginning June 21st (Monday) work will proceed according to the following schedule, Monday through Friday : 4:15 Wake-up knock on your door 4:30 First light breakfast 4:45 Bus leaves for site 5:00 Work begins 9:30 Second substantial breakfast 10:00 Work resumes 13:00 p.m. End of field work 13:00-14:00 Pottery washing 14:00 Pottery washing 14:30 Lunch - main meal (Back at the Kibbutz) 15:00 Siesta, relaxation 16:30 Coffee/Tea; Pottery reading (for those interested). 19:30 Supper - dairy 20:00 Free time. Lectures - as announced. 21:00/22:00 Suggested bed-time.
Weather in Israel: Mornings and evenings are cooler (15-20 centigrades) while days are hot (25-35 centigrades) and usually rather dry. Some days can be somewhat humid, but it seldom rains during the summer.
You will find your colleagues to be mature persons who are sensitive to the needs of others and committed to the project's success. If every one conducts herself or himself in this manner, the staff will not intervene in one's personal affairs or habits. The surest sign of maturity and commitment is a ready response to the wake-up knock (which gets to be more difficult as the season progresses...) Since this knock comes at 4:00 a.m. it is wisest to turn in by 21:00 or 22:00 on work nights, to nap during the mid-day rest period, and to catch extra sleep on weekends. Fatigue has a cumulative effect! The project operates with few rules and regulations. Serious misconduct or irresponsibility which endangers others could result in dismissal from the excavations (Gladly - this has never happened in over ten years of operation of our previous project , The Yoqne'am Regional Project, nor in the previous 19 seasons of the Hazor excavations). The program is rewarding but demanding. The hours are long and the sun hot and bright. No one should apply who lacks the energy and enthusiasm to profit from three or six intense weeks of hard work and enjoyment. Personal Needs: Bedding: We provide beds, mattresses, sheets, one pillow and one blanket per person. Work Clothing: for the field, two changes. Bring things which are sturdy, light in weight and color, and easy to launder. Since the sun is very intense, you may need to wear long sleeves and pants until you get into condition. Remember that loose clothing is more comfortable than tight, and that synthetic fibers tend to be hot. Work Shoes: Should be sturdy and comfortable, provided with solid traction soles for protection and footing on rocks. Sneakers are not recommended (at work) and sandals are not suitable at all: You may drop a stone on your foot! Casual Clothing: For after work and weekends. One moderately dressy outfit is in order, but keep in mind that dress in Israel is informal. Sun Hat or Head Covering: you will not be permitted in the field without it!!! Work gloves: essential even for those with the toughest hands. The gloves should be sturdy but flexible. You will probably go through two pairs. These with leather palms and ventilated backs are ideal. Recommended: Sunglasses Bathing suit and towels Sweater and/or windbreaker Toilet items (American brands or equivalent are available in Israel, but are more expensive). Medical needs: Sun cream or tanning lotion, moisturizing cream, chap-stick, eye drops, basic first-aid kit, and a season's supply of special medication. Again, American brands are available but expensive. Bathrobe and shower clogs , Small mirror, Cloth line and clothespins Liquid detergent in a plastic bottle, Flashlight, Small canteen: We provide water in the field, but you might find a small canteen useful, especially on weekends.
Cost:
The cost of
participation is $1200 per session ($400 per week x 3) or $2200 for those
who register for the entire period. This sum will be payable once you report
in the camp at Hazor. It can be paid in cash, travelers checks or personal
checks. Academic Credit: Students may arrange to receive academic credit (undergraduate or graduate level) through the Rothberg International School. These credit points can be transferred to the student’s home institution. This entails additional fee of 110$ for 1 academic credit point, each equals 1 week of participation (students can get up to 6 credit points for the whole season). These sums are paid directly to the Rothberg International School in the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Students opting to receive academic credit should state their intent upon registration, and the directions for application to the credit program will be sent by mail, together with a confirmation of their acceptance to the dig. Application Procedure: Prospective participants are asked to complete the attached application form and return it with a registration fee of $75 ( of which $50 will be refunded upon arrival at Hazor). Remittance by check must be payable only to: The Israel Exploration Society). Payment by Credit Card is also possible: if you choose to pay by Credit Card, please add 5% to the sum, for handling fees. Participants will be notified upon the receipt of the application form and fees (please allow about three weeks for processing and postage). All payments if made by check (personal, travelers', bankers' checks) - should be made in the ֹapplicant’s national currency, i.e. Americans in US Dollars, EU residents in Euro ….etc.
Mail the application form + registration fee to: Prof. Amnon Ben-Tor Institute of Archaeology, The Hebrew University Mount Scopus Jerusalem 91905 Israel Tel. 972-2-5882403/4 Fax: 972-2-5825548
For information contact: Dr. Sharon Zuckerman Email: hazor@mscc.huji.ac.il
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