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# Hill Country Archeological Association

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- [HCAA General Meeting August 8 2026](https://hcarcheology.org/seven-kills-in-3000-years-at-the-nighthawk-bison-jump-caprock-canyons-state-park/) - Hill Country Archeological Association · General Meeting Seven Kills in 3,000 Years at the Nighthawk Bison Jump (Caprock Canyons State Park) Presented by Dr. August “Gus” Costa Presenter Dr. August “Gus” Costa Date Saturday, July 18, 2026 Time 12:30–2:00 pm Location Riverside Nature Center 150 Francisco Lemos St, Kerrville, TX 78028 The Hill Country Archeological
- [HCAA General Meeting May 16 2026](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-may-16-2026/) - Hill Country Archeological Association · General Meeting 2025 Texas Archeological Society Field School Survey of Natom Samox (Red Mountain) and Long Mountain Presented by Mary Jo Galindo Presenter Mary Jo Galindo Date Saturday, May 16, 2026 Time 12:30–2:00 pm Location Comfort Public Library701 High St, Comfort, TX 78013 The Hill Country Archeological Association invites you
- [HCAA General Meeting Mar 21 2026](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-mar-21-2026/) - HCAA General Meeting & Public Presentation Hosted by the Hill Country Archeological Association Location Riverside Nature Center 150 Francisco Lemos Kerrville, Texas Date & Time Saturday, March 21 Doors Open: 12:30 PM Member Meeting: 1:00 PM Presentation: Immediately Following Free and Open to the Public Featured Presentation An Archeological Assessment of Cita Canyon Paleontological Site
- [HCAA General Meeting Jan 17 2026](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-jan-17-2026/) - HCAA General Meeting & Public Presentation Hosted by the Hill Country Archeological Association Location Riverside Nature Center 150 Francisco Lemos Kerrville, Texas Date & Time Saturday, January 17 Doors Open: 12:30 PM Member Meeting: 1:00 PM Presentation: Immediately following Free and open to the public! Featured Presentation Newly Recorded Rock Art Images at Hueco Tanks
- [HCAA General Meeting – Saturday, November 19, 2022](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-saturday-november-19-2022/) - MARK YOUR CALENDAR! This is the last meeting of the year and the doors open at noon. LOCATION: Union Church, 101 Travis Street, Kerrville TX 78028 PRESENTATION TITLE: Hill Country Archeological Assn: Discovery of 10,000 Year-Old Paleo-Indian Occupations in Kerr County The PowerPoint lecture will present over 20 years of HCAA's work in the Hill
- [An Overview of the Archaeology of Bandera County, Texas](https://hcarcheology.org/an-overview-of-the-archaeology-of-bandera-county-texas/) - Hello Archeology Supporters, We thought you would be interested in a fascinating article by Thomas R. Hester. Enjoy! hester-2005-staa-overview-archg-bandera-co
- [HCAA General Meeting - July 16, 2022, 1pm](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-july-16-2022-1pm/) - Announcing HCAA live general meeting, July 16, 1pm, at the old Union Church in Kerrville. The speaker will be discussing the Indian trade items discovered at the CWR site on the Guadalupe River. Meetings are free and open to the public. Doors open at 12:30pm. Meeting begins at 1pm. Title: Trade Items and Historic Artifacts
- [Reminder - HCAA General Meeting, with Raffle – May 21, 2022](https://hcarcheology.org/reminder-hcaa-general-meeting-with-raffle-may-21-2022/) - Note: two dart point reproductions, a Pedernales and a Montell, will be raffled at this meeting. See below. Our upcoming speaker will be Jessica Lee Hamlin. She is excited to tell us about Shumla’s newest cutting-edge endeavor, the Hearthstone Project. It is a comprehensive study and documentation of prehistoric art in the Lower Pecos Canyonlands
- [General Meeting Announcement for Hill Country Archeological Association – A Zoom Meeting](https://hcarcheology.org/general-meeting-announcement-for-hill-country-archeological-association-a-zoom-meeting/) - Date/Time: Saturday, May 15, 2021, 1:00 pm. Zoom “doors open” at 12:30 pmPresentation Title: Locating and Recording Lost Cemeteries of the Hill CountrySpeaker: Jenny McWilliams, Cemetery Preservation Program Coordinator, Texas Historical Commission Here is the Zoom Link for this presentation: https://us05web.zoom.us/j/88190217812?pwd=eXRYYlNuYVhUd0x1VDVVckg3WWp3UT09
- [HCAA General Meeting - May 21, 2022](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-may-21-2022/) - Our upcoming speaker will be Jessica Lee Hamlin. She is excited to tell us about Shumla’s newest cutting-edge endeavor, the Hearthstone Project. It is a comprehensive study and documentation of prehistoric art in the Lower Pecos Canyonlands of Texas and adjacent Mexico. Title: HEARTHSTONE PROJECT - The Next Step in Understanding Lower Pecos Rock Art
- [Light hearted short video](https://hcarcheology.org/light-hearted-short-video/) - For the last two years members of the HCAA have been excavating a fire-cracked rock midden in Kendall county. At the last excavation of 2020 one of the members decided to take some video which he stitched together in this video. While it is intended to be humorous, it actually shows HCAA members actively excavating
- [Announcement: 2022 TAS Field School, June 11-18, 2022!!](https://hcarcheology.org/announcement-2022-tas-field-school-june-11-18-2022/) - HCAA has teamed up again with The Texas Archeological Society to return to Kerrville for the 2022 Field School! JUNE 11-18, 2022 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN SEE THE MAIN FIELD SCHOOL PAGE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND LINKS We are excited to return to the prospects and learning opportunities offered at the archeological sites in Kerrville. ​See the 2022
- [HCAA General Meeting - March 19, 2022](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-march-19-2022/) - Attention: Note time and location! Location: Union Church, 101 Travis Street, Kerrville TX 78028 Time: Doors open at 11 am. Program to begin at 11:30 am. Title: The Jack Allen Site: The 1969-1970 Investigations at a Pickett-Post house in the Texas Panhandle: Explorations in Cultural Variations Speaker: Christopher Lintz, PhD. Former Archeologist with Texas Parks
- [Event Notice - Why Archeology?](https://hcarcheology.org/event-notice-why-archeology/) - Central Texas is rich for archeological exploration. Why is this important to us today? How can I get involved? Francoise Wilson will answer these questions and many more in her presentation. The date is Wednesday February 16, and the time is 1pm. The location is the Riverside Nature Center in Kerrville. Francoise is a great
- [Save the Date - January 22, 2022!](https://hcarcheology.org/save-the-date-january-22-2022/) - Announcing HCAA Live General Meeting! Attention: This is a one-time change on our general meeting location and time! Date: January 22, 2022 Time: Doors open at 11 am. Speaker to begin at 11:30 am. Location: Riverside Nature Center, 150 Francisco Lemos St., Kerrville TX 78028 Speaker: Dr. Steve Black, former Associate Professor at Texas State
- [Field Trip to San Antonio Museum of Art](https://hcarcheology.org/field-trip-to-san-antonio-museum-of-art-2/) - You Are Invited On a Field Trip, November 20th! “Nature, Power, and Maya Royals" Nonmembers and members are invited and encouraged to participate. Attendance is limited to 30 people. Reservations are on a "First come first served basis." We have room for ten more people. If you are interested, respond as soon as possible. To
- [Field Trip to San Antonio Museum of Art](https://hcarcheology.org/field-trip-to-san-antonio-museum-of-art/) - You Are Invited On a Field Trip, November 20th! Sponsored by: Hill Country Archeological Association “Nature, Power, and Mayan Royals" What are we doing? The HCAA November General meeting will be a field trip to the San Antonio Museum of Art to view the fascinating new exhibit, “Nature, Power, and Maya Royals.” We will have
- [General Mtg Sept 18, 2021 - Presentation Video Available](https://hcarcheology.org/general-mtg-sept-18-2021-presentation-video-available/) - The latest general meeting's video is now available! Just click the button below for all those who were unable to attend our general meeting September 18 or just want to revisit “Interpretations On The Technological Variability in Clovis Lanceolates.” The speaker was Sergio Ayala, Gault School of Archaeological Research at the Texas Archaeological Research Laboratory
- [General Meeting Announcement - A Zoom Meeting](https://hcarcheology.org/general-meeting-announcement-a-zoom-meeting-2/) - Saturday, Sept 18, 2021. Zoom doors open at 12:30 pm. Meeting begins at 1 pm. Presentation Title: “Interpretations On The Technological Variability in Clovis Lanceolates” Speaker: Sergio Ayala, Gault School of Archaeological Research at the Texas Archaeological Research Laboratory at UT Austin
- [General Meeting Reminder](https://hcarcheology.org/general-meeting-reminder/) - HCAA will have a LIVE-Onsite General Meeting this Saturday, July 17, 2021 Topic: TAS Field School, 2021: A Report by HCAA Participants Location: Union Church, 107 Travis St, Kerrville 78028 Doors open at 12 noon, Program begins at 1pm. No food will be served.
- [General Meeting: TAS Field School, 2021: A Report by HCAA Participants - July 17, 2021](https://hcarcheology.org/general-meeting-tas-field-school-2021-a-report-by-hcaa-participants-july-17-2021/) - HCAA will have a LIVE-Onsite General Meeting on Saturday, July 17, 2021 Location: Union Church, 107 Travis St, Kerrville 78028 Doors open at 12 noon, Program begins at 1pm. The presentation will be “TAS Field School, 2021: A Report by HCAA Participants.” After a year hiatus, the annual Texas Archeological Society Field School returned in
- [Presentation Announcement—A Zoom Meeting—Houston Archeological Society](https://hcarcheology.org/presentation-announcement-a-zoom-meeting-houston-archeological-society/) - Date/Time: Thursday, May 20th at 7:00 pm (Zoom doors open 6:30 pm) Presentation Title: “41KR754 – A New Multicomponent Site Containing Late Paleoindian Through Late Prehistoric Assemblages: Kerr County, Texas” Speaker: Steve Stoutamire The next monthly meeting of the Houston Archeological Society will be held on Thursday, May 20th via ZOOM and YouTube Livestream. This
- [General Meeting, May 15, 2021 via ZOOM](https://hcarcheology.org/general-meeting-may-15-2021-via-zoom/) - General Meeting Announcement for Hill Country Archeological Association - A Zoom Meeting Date/Time: Saturday, May 15, 2021, 1:00 pm. Zoom “doors open” at 12:30 pm Presentation Title: Locating and Recording Lost Cemeteries of the Hill Country Speaker: Jenny McWilliams, Cemetery Preservation Program Coordinator, Texas Historical Commission Abstract: Site identification is at the very core of
- [2021 TAS Field School in Kerrville, June 12-19](https://hcarcheology.org/2021-tas-field-school-in-kerrville-june-12-19/) - HCAA has joined forces with TAS to conduct the 2021 TAS Field School in Kerrville! The Texas Archeological Society is hosting the 2021 annual Field School on a private ranch just west of Kerrville (TAS 2021 Field School). This private property is 88 acres in size and borders the Guadalupe River near Bear Creek. It
- [Missed January & March General Meetings? Check out our YouTube Videos!](https://hcarcheology.org/missed-january-march-general-meetings-check-out-our-youtube-videos/) - For anyone who missed our January and March General Meetings or just want to view them again, here are our YouTube links: January 16, 2021Dogma and the Peopling of the AmericasSpeaker: Clark Wernecke, Executive Director, The Gault School of Archaeological Research March 20, 2021The Lone Oak Site: A 12,000 Year Occupation in Northern Colorado County,
- [General Meeting, March 20, 2021 via ZOOM](https://hcarcheology.org/general-meeting-march-20-2021-via-zoom/) - General Meeting Announcement for Hill Country Archeological Association. A Joint Zoom Meeting with the Houston Archeological Society, on March 20, 2021 Date/Time: Saturday, March 20, 2021, 1:00 pm. Zoom “doors open” at 12:30 pm Presentation Title: The Lone Oak Site: A 12,000 Year Occupation in Northern Colorado County, Texas. Speaker: Wilson “Dub” Crook Abstract: In
- [Texas Clovis Fluted Point Survey: Call for Data](https://hcarcheology.org/texas-clovis-fluted-point-survey-call-for-data/) - The manager of the Texas Clovis Fluted Point Survey (TCFPS), Alan Slade, at the Texas Archaeological Research Laboratory, University of Texas at Austin (TARL) is asking for help in updating Clovis Point information for the fourth edition of Texas Clovis Fluted Point Survey. They need information on Clovis points that you or your friends may
- [Joint Zoom Meeting with Houston Archeological Society, Jan 21](https://hcarcheology.org/joint-zoom-meeting-with-houston-archeological-society-jan-21/) - Date/Time: Thursday, January 21, 2021, 7 pm Presentation Title: The Anthropology of Hunting Speaker: Wilson "Dub" Crook Abstract: One of the most significant aspects of prehistoric life in Texas (and North America in general) was hunting. From the earliest Paleoindian times through to the Late Prehistoric, subsistence hunting formed an integral component of the daily
- [General Meeting - January 16, 2021 via ZOOM](https://hcarcheology.org/general-meeting-january-16-2021-via-zoom/) - The Board invites you to a General Meeting of the Hill Country Archeological Association. We have a great speaker, Dr. Clark Wernecke speaking on the "Peopling of the Americas." The Zoom Meeting “Doors” will open at 12:30 pm so you can log on to the meeting. The meeting will start at 1:00 pm as usual.
- [Interesting Discoveries - Perttula Paper Kerr County](https://hcarcheology.org/interesting-discoveries-perttula-paper-kerr-county/) - A number of prehistoric Indian pottery sherds were recently discovered by the Hill Country Archeological Association at two sites in Kerr County. The pottery types are Leon Plain, Doss Red and Caddo. The Leon Plain and Doss Red pottery sherds are typical made by tribes here in the Hill Country from A.D. 900 to late
- [Zoom - General Meeting, November 21, 2020](https://hcarcheology.org/zoom-general-meeting-november-21-2020/) - Attention!!! A General Meeting and Presentation are planned by the Hill Country Archeological Association for Saturday, November 21, at 1:00 pm. This will be a Zoom Meeting with Dr. Chris Lintz as Speaker! We will not be meeting in Kerrville due to COVID19! We have a great speaker on obsidian found at prehistoric site 41PT519
- [Back to Bondage: The Story of the Sugarland 95](https://hcarcheology.org/back-to-bondage-the-story-of-the-sugarland-95/) - Presentation by: Reign Clark, Catrina Whitley, and Ron Ralph This is a fascinating and detailed archeological study of 95 African American convicts buried in a cemetery at the Bullhead Convict Labor Camp in Sugarland, Texas (41FB355). These convicts died during forced labor in sugarcane fields in the period from 1875 to 1908. The Zoom presentation
- [HCAA Discovers Paleoindian Points in Kerr County!](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-discovers-paleoindian-points-in-kerr-county/) - The Texas Historical Commission has just posted a YouTube story of our discovery of 14 ancient St Mary’s Hall Points near bison bone and a cooking hearth during excavations in Kerr county. This exciting story is told by Steve Stoutamire and can be viewed by clicking Texas Archeology Month 2020 Virtual Symposium - Central and
- [Article - "An English Architect in Kendall County, Alfred Giles, Architect (1853-1920) Part I."   By Myrna Flach Langford](https://hcarcheology.org/article-an-english-architect-in-kendall-county-alfred-giles-architect-1853-1920-part-i-by-myrna-flach-langford-2/) - Ever wonder who the early architects were who designed our buildings, fine homes and Courthouses? Well we have a story to tell of a famous English Architect, Alfred Giles. He arrived in Texas in 1873 and lived near Flat Rock Creek northeast of Comfort. He once owned about 13,000 acres in this area. His ranch,
- [An English Architect in Kendall County, Alfred Giles, Architect (1853-1920) Part I](https://hcarcheology.org/an-english-architect-in-kendall-county-alfred-giles-architect-1853-1920-part-i/) - By appearance and reputation it would seem, at first glance anyway, that it was an easy life for architect Alfred Giles.
- [Historic African-American Family Cemetery Project HCAA KE38 (2019)](https://hcarcheology.org/historic-african-american-family-cemetery-project-hcaa-ke38-2019/) - Historic African-American Family Cemetery Project HCAA KE38 (2019)
- [Johann Scherz Homestead and Grave Site Project, September 2018](https://hcarcheology.org/johann-scherz-homestead-and-grave-site-project-september-2018/) - Johann Scherz Homestead and Grave Site Project, September 2018
- [HCAA GENERAL MEETING, November 19, 2016, 12:30pm](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-november-19-2016-1230pm/) - Lecture Title: BEYOND BASIC ARCHEOLOGY TRAINING Speakers: Steve Stoutamire and other Hill Country Archeology Association Principal Investigators will review current and recent HCAA archeological site work Location: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 Abstract: Steve will describe the training programs which the HCAA has for its members. He will also focus
- [KATEMCY: THE COMANCHE PEACEMAKER by Joseph Luther, Ph.D (September 13, 2020)](https://hcarcheology.org/katemcy-the-comanche-peacemaker-by-joseph-luther-ph-d-september-13-2020/) - Comanche chief Katemcy is one of the unrecognized champions of the Penateka (Pen-ah-took-uh) Comanches of Texas. Although a subchief under Santa Anna, it was Katemcy who first met with Meusebach in 1847 at the present-day site of Mason, Texas. It was Katemcy who made possible the celebrated treaty between the Fredericksburg Germans under the leadership
- [CWR Prehistoric Project (August 2019)](https://hcarcheology.org/cwr-prehistoric-project-august-2019/) - In December 2018, HCAA crew members began to perform hand excavations at CWR, a privately-owned ranch in west Kerr County. Since then we’ve uncovered a remarkably rich trove of artifacts, tools, bones, mussel shells, ochre, charcoal, and items that are not normally sourced (found naturally) in the area . . .
- [Become an HCAA Volunteer!!](https://hcarcheology.org/become-an-hcaa-volunteer-2/) - Be part of our growing organization whose mission and passion is to study and preserve the Texas Hill Country’s prehistoric and historic heritage, and to educate the public about archeology. The Board of Directors is conducting a survey to identify additional volunteers. Volunteer Survey (If having difficulty submitting survey online, open in Adobe Acrobat Reader,
- [Notice of Field Work](https://hcarcheology.org/notice-of-field-work/) - In an effort to keep HCAA membership apprised of our association’s current status, following is an update of HCAA field activities: In early March of this year, field work at CWR was suspended due to COVID-19. In early May exploratory efforts were made with a small crew going back out to see how well CDC
- [Unconventional Warfare in the Hill Country: INSURGENCY AND COUNTER INSURGENCY](https://hcarcheology.org/unconventional-warfare-in-the-hill-country-insurgency-and-counter-insurgency/) - by Joseph Luther3.11.2010 In 1862, General H.P. Bee, commander of all Confederate forces in South Texas, declared Gillespie, Kerr, Kendall, Medina, and Bexar Counties – where the German protests were the strongest – to be "in open rebellion" and, in effect, declared war on them. Robert G. Schulz, Jr. wrote an unpublished article "The Nueces
- [Bunkhouse Archeological Site, Kendall County, Texas](https://hcarcheology.org/bunkhouse-archeological-site-kendall-county-texas/) - May 21, 2020By HCAA In spite of the pandemic and some personal medical issues, we remain active and archeology is going on. This is a short report detailing with our activities for the past year at a new HCAA site. Last summer Dr. John Benedict, Texas Historical Commission Steward, visited the Bunkhouse Site in Kendall
- [Another Way to Preserve The Past](https://hcarcheology.org/another-way-to-preserve-the-past/) - We were all disappointed when we had to cancel our March HCAA General meeting and Jenny McWilliams’ presentation about “Locating Lost Cemeteries in the Hill Country” due to Covid-19. As Jenny wrote in the abstract for her talk, “archeologists are trained to observe the landscape and look for clues of the past. Site identification is
- [International Archaeology Film Festival online](https://hcarcheology.org/international-archaeology-film-festival-online/) - Note!!! An interesting learning opportunity for us starting now!!! The Archeology Channel is hosting the International Film Festival online for the first time in 17 years. The opportunity to view the films will take place between May 13-17th. You will need to register for a virtual ticket, a nominal fee, and will be able to
- [General Meeting - March 21, 2020](https://hcarcheology.org/general-meeting-march-21-2020/) - General Meeting - March 21, 2020 // Locating Lost Cemeteries of the Hill Country
- [General Meeting, March 21 - CANCELED](https://hcarcheology.org/general-meeting-march-21-canceled/) - Due to the threat posed by the COVID-19 virus, the board of the Hill Country Archeological Association has canceled the upcoming General Meeting scheduled for next Saturday, March 21st. The board desires to protect its members and visitors from the threat posed by this virus at our public meeting. We will reschedule as soon as
- [2018 HCAA FIELD & LAB TRAINING COURSE](https://hcarcheology.org/2018-hcaa-field-lab-training-course/) - Beginning in March the HCAA will offer a five part course in Field and Lab Techniques. This course has been taught by HCAA since 2009 and is particularly helpful to members who want to do site work. To review the course curriculum, simply click the SUMMARY here. This summary more fully describes the course, as
- [Kerrville Genealogical Society Meeting - January 15, 2020](https://hcarcheology.org/kerrville-genealogical-society-meeting-january-15-2020/) - Kerrville Genealogical Society Meeting - January 15, 2020 - Topic: The Neunhoffer Family arrival in the United States and their contributions to our Country, State, and local communities
- [Kemosabe Project - February 2016](https://hcarcheology.org/kemosabe-project-february-2016/) - Even cold, windy conditions at Kemosabe can't stop the progress!! Operations are continuing at the Kemosabe project. To date over 30 square meters of excavation units have been opened there as well as four back hoe trenches and 92 auger hole tests. Over 12 separate forms
- [Current Fieldwork - CWR (June 2019)](https://hcarcheology.org/current-fieldwork-cwr-june-2019/) - CWR Fieldwork (June 2019)
- [News from Fieldwork, August 2015](https://hcarcheology.org/news-from-fieldwork-august-2015/) - Kemosabe Project – August 2015 Unit excavations have started on at the Kemosabe project. HCAA members are finding fire cracked rock, broken tools, bone, and many chert flakes in good quantities. The stone and bone artifacts found in the excavations are returned to the lab and the HCAA members sort, identify, and catalogue them. So
- [NEWS FROM FIELDWORK-Kemosabe Project, March 2017](https://hcarcheology.org/news-from-fieldwork-kemosabe-project-march-2017/) - Kemosabe Project – March 2017 Operations continue at the large Kemosabe site and are yielding some valuable information. There have been 25 square meters of excavations so far plus 7 back hoe trench excavations. Diagnostic materials indicate a multi-component site ranging in age from Early Archaic to Late Prehistoric. Multiple discrete features have been found
- [General Meeting, January 18, 2020](https://hcarcheology.org/general-meeting-january-18-2020/) - CWR, A Newly Discovered Paleo Indian and Multicomponent Site In Kerr County, Texas - General Mtg 1-18-2020
- [EVENT – Texas Archeological Society Field School 2020, Kerrville](https://hcarcheology.org/event-texas-archeological-society-field-school-2020-kerrville/) - HCAA has joined forces with Texas Archeological Society to conduct the 2020 TAS Field School in Kerrville! The Texas Archeological Society has designated the 2020 annual Field School to be on a private ranch just west of Kerrville. This private property is 88 acres in size and borders the Guadalupe River near Bear Creek.
- [General Meeting, November 16, 2019](https://hcarcheology.org/general-meeting-november-16-2019/) - General Mtg, 11/16/19 "Mesoamerican Stone Artifacts: Interesting Rocks & Where to Find them"
- [General Meeting, September 21, 2019](https://hcarcheology.org/general-meeting-september-21-2019/) - General Meeting, September 21, 2019-The Upper Paleolithic of Texas: The Early Human Occupation of the Gault Site
- [Raffle Items - Upcoming Meeting!](https://hcarcheology.org/raffle-items-upcoming-meeting/) - Raffle Items - Upcoming Meeting - Sept 21, 2019
- [The Creek Shelter Project--HCAA-KR-44 (August 2019)](https://hcarcheology.org/the-creek-shelter-project-hcaa-kr-44-august-2019/) - The Creek Shelter Project--HCAA-KR-44 (August 2019)
- [Historic Caleb Thomas’ Log Cabin Project HCAA KE37 (2018)](https://hcarcheology.org/historic-caleb-thomas-log-cabin-project-hcaa-ke37-2018/) - Historic Caleb Thomas’ Log Cabin Project HCAA KE37 (2018)
- [GENERAL MEETING, July 20, 2019](https://hcarcheology.org/general-meeting-july-20-2019/) - GENERAL MEETING, July 20, 2019 - What Archeobotany Can Tell Us About Ancient Texas (and other places too)
- [Oops! OLD NEWS! STAA Quarterly Meeting, UTSA, January 28, 2018](https://hcarcheology.org/oops-old-news-staa-quarterly-meeting-utsa-january-28-2018/) - Our webmaster, Sharon, sends her apologies for accidentally posting this OLD NEWS - COMMUNITY NEWS - STAA Quarterly Meeting, UTSA, January 28, 2018. The !Oops! happened when doing some site maintenance today. One Oops! in ten years isn't too bad! Apologies accepted Sharon!
- [Announcement: Summer History Camp, June 10-14, 2019](https://hcarcheology.org/announcement-summer-history-camp-june-10-14-2019/) - Summer History Camp Flyer Summer Camp Registration Form
- [Reminder: General Meeting, May 18, 2019](https://hcarcheology.org/reminder-general-meeting-may-18-2019/) - Doors open at 12 noon with refreshments. Meeting begins at 1:00 pm. Title: Bonfire Shelter: A Jumping Off Point for Understanding Ancient Americans in West Texas (more info) Speaker: Dr. David Kilby, Associate Professor, Texas State University Abstract: The Ancient Southwest Texas Project (ASWT) at Texas State University began a new fieldwork initiative at Bonfire Shelter in 2017.
- [General Meeting, May 18, 2019](https://hcarcheology.org/general-meeting-may-18-2019/) - Bonfire Shelter: A Jumping Off Point for Understanding Ancient Americans in West Texas
- [LUAS Archaeology Fair, Saturday, March 23, 2019 UPDATE](https://hcarcheology.org/luas-archaeology-fair-saturday-march-23-2019-update/) - LUAS Archaeology Fair, Saturday, March 23, 2019 ***UPDATE***
- [LUAS Archaeology Fair – March 23, 2019 UPDATE](https://hcarcheology.org/luas-archaeology-fair-march-23-2019-update/) - LUAS Archaeology Fair – March 23, 2019 = UPDATE
- [LUAS Archaeology Fair - March 23, 2019](https://hcarcheology.org/luas-archaeology-fair-march-23-2019/) - EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT LUAS Archaeology Fair, Saturday, March 23, 2019 Place: Nightengale Archaeological Center (NAC), 201 Circle Drive, Kingsland, TX 78639 (Learn More)
- [General Meeting, March 16, 2019](https://hcarcheology.org/general-meeting-march-16-2019/) - Doors open at 12 noon with refreshments. Meeting begins at 1:00 pm. Topic: “Connellee Peak (41MY5): A Geographically Aberrant Middle Ceramic Period Mesa Top Community in Motley County, Texas” Speaker: Dr. Christopher Lintz, Research Associate, Texas State University Abstract: The Connellee Peak site is a small mesa top occupation located in the Middle Pease River
- [HCAA General Meeting, January 19, 2019](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-january-19-2019/) - HCAA General Meeting, January 19, 2019 ***P.A. System NOW at Meetings!*** Doors open at 12:30 pm with refreshments. Meeting begins at 1:00 pm. Topic: "Constructing Power in the Preclassic Maya: Monumental Architecture and Sociopolitical Inequality at Early Xunantunich, Belize" Speaker: Zoe Rawski, Anthropologist, UTSA Abstract: This research focuses on the origins of sociopolitical inequality and,
- [UPDATE: HCAA General Meeting, November 17, 2018](https://hcarcheology.org/update-hcaa-general-meeting-november-17-2018/) - Location Update on General Meeting, November 17, 2018 Our apologies! We forgot to include the location of the meeting. As usual, our General Meeting will be held at: Place: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 Click to see previous post for more details.
- [HCAA General Meeting, November 17, 2018](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-november-17-2018/) - ***P.A. System NOW at Meetings!*** Doors open at 12 noon with refreshments. Lecture begins at 1:00 pm. This Meeting Will Review Our HCAA Site Work: Title: Part 1: Kemosabe: A Rich Multi-Component Site Along The Guadalupe River, Kerr County - Over 7,000 Years Of Archeology Speaker: Steve Stoutamire, Retired Geologist, MS Geology, BA Anthropology, Texas Archeological
- [HCAA General Meeting, January 20, 2018](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-january-20-2018/) - GENERAL MEETING, January 20, 2018 Doors open at 12:30 pm with refreshments. Lecture begins at 1:00 pm. Speaker: Dr. David Maltsberger PhD, Professor, School of Religion and Philosophy, Wayland Baptist University, San Antonio campus Lecture Title: "With My Own Two Hands": A Survey of Domestic, Military, and Agricultural Lithic Artifacts in the Ancient Near East Abstract:
- [COMMUNITY NEWS - STAA Quarterly Meeting, UTSA, January 28, 2018](https://hcarcheology.org/community-news-staa-quarterly-meeting-utsa-january-28-2018/) - The STAA Quarterly Meeting will be held on Saturday, January 27, 2018, at the University of Texas at San Antonio located at 15 Paseo Principal, San Antonio, Texas. The meeting will be held in the Travis Room in the H-E-B University Center South Building. Dr. Thomas R. Hester will present "AN OVERVIEW OF A STRATIFIED
- [HCAA Contest at General Meeting, January 20, 2018](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-contest-at-general-meeting-january-20-2018/) - ****HCAA Contest**** Held at General Meeting January 20, 2018! You are invited to participate in a fun contest and learning experience at our General Meeting on January 20th. This contest is about something we have just learned regarding the HCAA’s Kemosabe Archeology site. This occupational site is approximately 80 acres in size and the HCAA
- [2018 HCAA FIELD & LAB TRAINING COURSE](https://hcarcheology.org/2018-hcaa-field-lab-training-course-2/) - HCAA March Fieldwork Training is just around the corner! CONTACT STEVE TO SIGN UP TODAY . . . Beginning in March the HCAA will offer a five part course in Field and Lab Techniques. This course has been taught by HCAA since 2009 and is particularly helpful to members who want to do site work.
- [HCAA General Meeting, March 17, 2018](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-march-17-2018/) - GENERAL MEETING, March 17, 2018 Doors open at 12:30 pm with refreshments. Lecture begins at 1:00 pm. 2017 HCAA Ancient Echoes Journal NOW AVAILABLE! All current members will receive a complimentary copy of the latest journal at the March 17, 2018 General Meeting. Those interested in purchasing a copy may do so at the March
- [Big Book Give-Away!!! March 17, 2018](https://hcarcheology.org/big-book-give-away-march-17-2018/) - The Hill Country Archeological Association will be giving away to members over 200 Archeology and Anthropology Journals, Books and Reports! You will find something you like here! This collection will be made available starting at 12:30pm this Saturday March 17th, before and after the General Meeting! Take what you like!! There is no cost, however
- [HCAA General Meeting, May 19, 2018](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-may-19-2018/) - Doors open at 12:30 pm with refreshments. Lecture begins at 1:00 pm. Speaker: Dr. Harry J. Shafer, PhD, Professor Emeritus, Texas A&M University, Curator of Archaeology, Witte Museum Topic: "Bison: Human Predation and Climate Change" Abstract: This talk is about bison predation by prehistoric Indians and climate. Bison were valuable resources for food and trade
- [Scholarships are now available!](https://hcarcheology.org/scholarships-are-now-available/) - HCAA awards scholarships on an annual basis through the following program: PAUL SMITH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND Scholarship applications are now being accepted for the 2018 Paul Smith Memorial Scholarship Fund. The awards provide assistance to HCAA members who are attending archeological field school events, conferences, and other activities acceptable to the board of directors. The
- [Final Big Book Give-Away!!! May 19, 2018](https://hcarcheology.org/final-big-book-give-away-may-19-2018/) - The Hill Country Archeological Association will be giving away to members over 200 Archeology and Anthropology Journals, Books and Reports! You will find something you like here! This collection will be made available starting at 12:30pm this Saturday May 19th, before and after the General Meeting! Take what you like!! There is no cost, however
- [HCAA General Meeting, September 15, 2018](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-september-15-2018/) - ***P.A. System NOW at Meetings!*** Doors open at 12:30 pm with refreshments. Lecture begins at 1:00 pm. Title: “Sorting the Fragments: Osteological Research of Hellenistic to Early Christian Tombs in Cyprus” Speaker: Dr. Nick Herrmann, Associate Professor, Anthropology Dept, Texas State University Place: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 Abstract: The island of Cyprus in the
- [HCAA General Meeting, July 21, 2018](https://hcarcheology.org/genmtg7-21-18/) - HCAA General Meeting, July 21, 2018 Doors open at 12:30 pm with refreshments. Lecture begins at 1:00 pm. Speaker: Dr. Elton Prewitt, Research Fellow at TARL, University of Texas, Austin Topic: "The Mystery of Painted Pebbles in Prehistoric Cultures" Abstract: Small painted stones found in dry rockshelters throughout the Lower Pecos Canyonlands have intrigued avocational and
- [Kemosabe Project Gets First Radiocarbon Date!](https://hcarcheology.org/kemosabe-project-gets-first-radiocarbon-date/) - Charcoal from a rock hearth feature at Kemosabe is 7280 to 7420 years old based on C14 radiocarbon dating (calibrated). We have discovered 12 other rock hearths and four larger middens at the site, some also having charcoal, however this latest hearth had the best quality charcoal AND an associated dart point! Although initially thought
- [Community Event - Hunters Night Out, Fort Martin Scott, Nov 25, 2017](https://hcarcheology.org/community-event-hunters-night-out-fort-martin-scott-nov-25-2017/) - On the night of November 25th from 5 pm to 8 pm, the Fort will be alive with free music, brats, beer, beans, campfire cooking, fun, and prizes. Starting at 6:30 they will begin drawing for bucket raffles and door prizes on site. The night will culminate with drawing for these major prizes: Deluxe Spring
- [HCAA GENERAL MEETING, November 18, 2017](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-november-18-2017/) - Doors open at 12:30 pm with refreshments. Lecture begins at 1:00 pm. Speaker: Kat Brown, Associate Professor, UTSA, Anthropology Department Lecture Title: The Chamber of Secrets at Xunantunich, Belize: Investigating Ancient Maya Sages Abstract: Although ancient Maya graffiti has been documented at a number of sites, our understanding of this art form remains limited.
- [Frontier Days, October 20 & 21, 2017 Grand Success!](https://hcarcheology.org/frontier-days-october-20-21-2017-grand-success/) - COMMUNITY NEWS​ ​ Frontier Days, October 20 & 21, Grand Success! Here are some pics of HCAA’s participation in this awesome annual event! There were two days of continuous Living History featuring Military, Frontier Lawmen, Native Americans and Civilians representing the fort’s active time period with special events for children. ​Each day visitors experienced Flag Ceremonies,
- [Frontier Days, Fort Martin Scott, October 20 & 21, 2017](https://hcarcheology.org/frontier-days-fort-martin-scott-october-20-21-2017/) - ​ Friday, October 20, 2017, 10:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Saturday, October 21, 2017, 10:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Two days of continuous Living History featuring Military, Frontier Lawmen, Native Americans and Civilians representing the fort's active time period with special events for children. Friday is School Day with planned activities for School Groups (including
- [ARCHAEOLOGY AT THE ALAMO, City of San Antonio, October 10, 2017](https://hcarcheology.org/archaeology-at-the-alamo-city-of-san-antonio-october-10-2017/)
- [HCAA GENERAL MEETING, September 16, 2017](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-september-16-2017/) - Doors open at 12:30 pm with refreshments. Lecture begins at 1:00 pm. Speaker: Eric Schroeder, BA, MA, MS, Anthropology, Archeology, Geography Lecture Title: AN INVESTIGATION INTO LATE PREHISTORIC TRADE FAIR SITES IN TEXAS Abstract: Archeologists have used the term, “trade fair” to describe a cluster of spatially distinct contemporaneous artifact assemblages within a particular site
- [Texas Archeology Society Bulletins donated to HCAA!](https://hcarcheology.org/texas-archeology-society-bulletins-donated-to-hcaa/) - Another generous donation has been received by the HCAA from Mr. Marvin Glasgow. Mr. Glasgow delivered hard copies of annual bulletins for the Texas Archeology Society covering over the last 30 years. These valuable publications will be used by the HCAA in its educational programs and for HCAA members to enhance their own knowledge of
- [K-12 Summer Institute Symposium (2017), sponsored by Texas A&M University](https://hcarcheology.org/k-12-summer-institute-symposium-2017-sponsored-by-texas-am-university/) - The HCAA recently took part in a symposium for Texas elementary and high school teachers held in Kerrville the week of July 24th. This event is sponsored by Texas A & M University and is called The K-12 Summer Institute. It is focused on further training of teachers in science and related fields. There were
- [HCAA GENERAL MEETING, July 15, 2017](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-july-15-2017/) - Doors open at 12:30 pm with refreshments. Lecture begins at 1:00 pm. Speaker: Dr. Christopher Lintz, Ph.D. Lecture Title: HAULING ROCKS AND FIRED CLAY: LATE PREHISTORIC INTERACTIONS AROUND AND BEYOND THE ALIBATES QUARRIES IN THE TEXAS PANHANDLE Abstract: Two of the Late Prehistoric period (AD 1200-1500) Plains Village farming groups in the panhandle are the
- [Lithic Collection Donated to HCAA](https://hcarcheology.org/lithic-collection-donated-to-hcaa/) - "A very generous donation was recently made to the HCAA by Mr. Marvin Glasgow of Willow Park, Texas. His lithic collection included diagnostic dart and arrow points covering Early Archaic through Late Prehistoric time periods as well as numerous tools such as scrapers, choppers, utilized flakes, etc. All of the lithic material was recovered from
- [HCAA General Meeting, May 20, 2017](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-may-20-2017/) - Doors open at 12:30 pm with refreshments. Lecture begins at 1:00 pm. Speaker: Dr. Thomas R. Hester, PhD Lecture Title: OBSIDIAN AT ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES IN CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN TEXAS; THEIR GEOLOGICAL SOURCES AND CULTURAL IMPLICATIONS Abstract: Since 1970, the Texas Obsidian Project has analyzed dozens of obsidian flakes, broken bifaces, and arrow points from a wide
- [TIME TO RENEW YOUR HCAA MEMBERSHIP](https://hcarcheology.org/time-to-renew-your-hcaa-membership/) - To all our HCAA members : Thank you for your interest and continued support of the Hill Country Archeological Association. It time to renew! HCAA is a non-profit volunteer organization of professional and avocational archeologists serving seven counties: Kerr, Kimble, Kendall, Gillespie, Bandera, Real and Edwards. HCAA’s Mission is to survey and record details about
- [Community Event: Celebrate Texas at Fort Martin Scott, April 28](https://hcarcheology.org/community-event-celebrate-texas-at-fort-martin-scott-april-28/) - Dates: April 28-29, 2017, 10-4 pm Location: 1606 E. Main Street, Fredericksburg ​ Fort Martin Scott Two days of continuous Living History reenactments featuring Military, Frontier Lawmen, Native Americans and Civilians representing the fort’s active time period with special events for children. Friday is School Day with planned activities for School Groups (including Home Schoolers). Pioneer
- [Celebrate Fort Martin Scott Living History - Community Event, April 28](https://hcarcheology.org/celebrate-fort-martin-scott-living-history-community-event/) - COMMUNITY NEWS Date and Time: Friday, April 28, 2017 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Saturday, April 29, 2017 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Location: Fort Martin Scott, 1606 E. Main Street (US 290), Fredericksburg, Texas More Information Link: http://www.ftmartinscott.org/current-events.html Fort Martin Scott is proud featuring two days of continuous Living History featuring Military, Frontier
- [2017 Pedernales Knap-In Community Event, March 30](https://hcarcheology.org/2017-pedernales-knap-in-community-event/) - COMMUNITY NEWS: 2017 Pedernales Knap-In Event Dates: Thursday, March 30 through Sunday, April 2, 2017 Location: Blanco County Fairgrounds, 619 N. US Hwy 281, Johnson City, Texas Don't miss the 2017 Pedernales Knap-In. Expert flint knappers, archeologists, and other specialists in prehistoric skills will gather from across the Hill Country of Texas to demonstrate and sell
- [HCAA GENERAL MEETING, March 18, 2017](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-march-18-2017-1230pm/) - Doors open at 12:30 pm with refreshments. Lecture begins at 1:00 pm. Lecture Title: Hall's Cave, Kerr County, Texas, A Unique Paleoenvironmental Site with Associated Archeology Speaker: Steve Stoutamire Location: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 Abstract: Hall’s Cave is typical of many caves within the karsted limestones of the Edwards Formation
- [Renown Archeologist Speaks on 4,000 year old Indian Creation Story told in Rock Art](https://hcarcheology.org/renown-archeologist-speaks-on-4000-year-old-indian-creation-story-told-in-rock-art/) - DON'T MISS OUT!!! Awesome Speaker and . . . ENTER DRAWING for Montell Point and White Shaman Mural Book!!! HCAA GENERAL MEETING, January 21, 2017, 12:30pm Lecture Title: The White Shaman Mural: An Enduring Creation Narrative in the Lower Pecos Canyonlands of Texas Speaker: Dr. Carolyn E. Boyd, Research Director and founder of
- [TIME TO RENEW MEMBERSHIP](https://hcarcheology.org/time-to-renew-membership/) - TIME TO RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP! (click for application)
- [HCAA archeology display at Riverside Nature Center, Oct2013-Feb2014](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-archeology-display-at-riverside-nature-center-oct-dec2013/) - “17,000 YEARS OF LIFE IN THE HILL COUNTRY”!!! Display and Videos displayed at the Riverside Nature Center, Kerrville, Texas OCT 2013 thru February 2014!!! Presented by HCAA in association and underwritten by ELKS LODGE #2081 KERRVILLE. There are videos of key sites, artifact displays, and plants used by prehistoric and historic peoples of Kerr county
- [2013 Fieldwork at Eagle Bluff](https://hcarcheology.org/2013-fieldwork-at-eagle-bluff/)
- [HCAA helps TPWD stabilize prehistoric sites at Kerr WMA](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-helps-tpwd-stabilize-prehistoric-sites-at-kerr-wma/) - Hill County Archeological Association helps TPWD stabilize prehistoric sites at the Kerr WMA On December 3rd and 4th 2013, six volunteers from the Hill Country Archeological Association along with three from the Texas Archeological Stewards Network of the Texas Historical Commission joined forces with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department staff in stabilizing two prehistoric sites
- [2013-2014 Awards Presented](https://hcarcheology.org/2013-2014-awards-presented-2/) - Awards were presented in 2013 to John Benedict and Terry McTaggart, and in 2014 to Rudi Winzinger for their exceptional support of HCAA and archeology throughout the Texas Hill Country.
- [Lecture on Alibates Flint Quarrying & Dispersal, Jan 18 2014](https://hcarcheology.org/lecture-on-alibates-flint-quarrying-dispersal-jan-18-2014/) - HCAA GENERAL MEETING, January 18, 2014, 12:30pm Lecture Title: Alibates Flint Quarrying & Disperal !!!! Speaker: Dr. Christopher Lintz Location: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 (Photo from Texas Beyond History) Speaker will be Dr. Christopher Lintz, Archeologist for the Wildlife Division of Texas Parks & Wildlife Department, Austin. He will discuss
- [General Mtg, March 15, 2014: The Gatlin Site in Kerrville, Prehistoric Living Revisited](https://hcarcheology.org/general-meeting-march-15-2014-the-gatlin-site-in-kerrville-prehistoric-living-revisited/) - HCAA GENERAL MEETING, March 15, 2014, 12:30pm Lecture Title: The Gatlin Site (41KR621) in Kerrville: Prehistoric Living Re-visited Speaker: Eric Oksanen (See Bio) Location: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 The Gatlin Site spans more than 6,000 years of human activity. Who did what, when, how, and why? Sifting through the
- [General Meeting, May 17, 2014 - North America Before Clovis](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-may-17-2014/) - HCAA GENERAL MEETING, May 17, 2014, 12:30pm Lecture Title: North America Before Clovis Speaker: Dr. Michael Collins, Research Anthropology, Texas State University (learn more) Location: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 Abstract: The Gault and Friedkin Sites in Central Texas comprise a small but important part of an emerging mosaic of
- [2014 Field & Lab Techniques Course](https://hcarcheology.org/2014-field-lab-techniques-course/) - NEWS FROM FIELD/LAB TRAINING 2014 Field and Lab Techniques Course HCAA offers a yearly training course for members in field and lab techniques. The five part course covers mapping techniques, lithic identification, excavation and lab training. This year's class is pictured in photo one during the excavation training on a midden site in the Hill
- [HCAA Field Crew Surveys Historic Shepherd's Home near Boerne](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-field-crew-surveys-historic-shepherds-home-near-boerne/) - HCAA Field Crew Surveys Historic Shepherd's Home near Boerne On April 3 and May 2, 2014 Frank Binetti (crew chief) and John Benedict surveyed the remains of a historic 1850's shepherd's home site, HCAA KE-10, near the city of Boerne in Kendall County. This home is on a creek terrace overlooking the original pasture land
- [Crew Revisits Old Site and Discovers 3 New Sites](https://hcarcheology.org/crew-revisits-old-site-and-discovers-3-new-sites/) - On May 1st of 2014, John Benedict and Frank Binetti visited Site 41KE198 that was recorded by Frank in 2008. There were no diagnostics found at the time of the original recording of this site. Diagnostic artifacts tell us how old the site is. The purpose of this new visit was to explore the possibilities
- [An HCAA Field Crew Begins Recording a Prehistoric Indian Campsite near Sisterdale](https://hcarcheology.org/an-hcaa-field-crew-begins-recording-a-prehistoric-indian-campsite-near-sisterdale/) - On May 21, 2014 Frank Binetti and John Benedict were invited to visit and record a burned rock midden (=BRM) site, HCAA KE-14, outside of Sisterdale not far from the Guadalupe River. These BRM sites are the remains of hot rock and soil ovens used to cook plants. They were used repeatedly over 1000′s of
- [General Meeting, July 19, 2014 - Field Work at Eagle Nest Rock Shelter](https://hcarcheology.org/general-meeting-july-19-2014-field-work-at-eagle-nest-rock-shelter/) - HCAA GENERAL MEETING, July 19, 2014, 12:30pm Lecture Title: Field Work at Eagle Nest Rock Shelter, Mile Canyon 2014 Speaker: Steve Stoutamire, Geologist, Anthropologist and Member of Hill Country Archeological Association, Kerrville, Texas Location: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 Abstract: Steve will be presenting his experiences and what was
- [General Meeting, July 26, 2014 - Field Work at Eagle Nest Rock Shelter, Mile Canyon 2014](https://hcarcheology.org/general-meeting-july-26-2014-field-work-at-eagle-nest-rock-shelter-mile-canyon-2014/) - HCAA GENERAL MEETING, July 26, 2014, 12:30pm Lecture Title: Field Work at Eagle Nest Rock Shelter, Mile Canyon 2014 Speaker: Steve Stoutamire, Geologist, Anthropologist and Member of Hill Country Archeological Association, Kerrville, Texas Location: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 Abstract: Steve will be presenting his experiences and what was
- [Fieldwork - Kemosabe Project, Kerr County, Texas - August 2014](https://hcarcheology.org/field-work-kemosabe-project-kerr-county-texas-august-2014/) - Work resumed last Tuesday at the Kemosabe Project in Kerr County. Twelve 30 centimeter diameter auger holes were drilled in a north/south grid in an attempt to begin to localize where one by one meter test units will later be located. The property has several sites already defined on it and the prospects for additional
- [Workshop on Identification of Indian Stone Tools, August 30, 2014](https://hcarcheology.org/workshop-on-identification-of-indian-stone-tools-august-30-2014/) - WORKSHOP ON IDENTIFICATION OF INDIAN STONE TOOLS, Saturday, August 30, 2014 Lecture Title: Identification of Indian Stone Tools Speaker: Dr. Steve Tomka, Former Director of Center for Archeological Research at UTSA and now CRM Director with Raba Kristner Engineering Consultants in San Antonio Time: 9:30 am to 3:00 pm with a lunch break from 12:00
- [General Meeting, September 20, 2014 - Prehistoric Peoples of the Lower Pecos](https://hcarcheology.org/general-meeting-september-20-2014-prehistoric-peoples-of-the-lower-pecos/) - HCAA GENERAL MEETING, September 20, 2014, 12:30pm Lecture Title: Rock Art and Sacred Contexts in the Lower Pecos Speaker: Jeremy Freeman, Staff Archeologist, Shumla Archaeological Research & Education Center, Comstock, Texas Location: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 Abstract: The Lower Pecos region of southwestern Texas retains hundreds of rock art sites
- [Fieldwork - Kemosabe Project, Kerr County, Texas Sept 2014](https://hcarcheology.org/kemosabe-project-kerr-county-september-2014/) - Kemosabe Project Work in surveying and excavating the Kemosabe ranch archeology sites continues on Monday September 15th starting at 7:30 in the morning at the front gate to the ranch. All members of Hill Country Archeological Association are invited to participate. Call Steve Stoutamire for more information, (830) 370-8947. The property has several sites already
- [HCAA Archeology Celebration, Oct 11, 2014](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-archeology-celebration-oct-11-2014/) - HCAA ARCHEOLOGY CELEBRATION, Oct 11, 2014
- [2014 HCAA Archeology Field Work Course Graduates](https://hcarcheology.org/2014-hcaa-archeology-field-work-course-graduates/) - Graduates of the 2014 HCAA Archeology Field Work Course!!! Students are (L to R): Mike McBride, Craig Mangham, Stephen Bishop, Kris Bobbitt, Steve Stoutamire (Course Instructor), and Marvin Gohlke. Congratulations graduates!!!! And good luck with your new Kemosabe prehistoric excavation project!!!
- [General Meeting, March 21, 2015 - Neanderthal Intelligence & the Mousterian Tardition](https://hcarcheology.org/general-meeting-march-21-2015-neanderthal-intelligence-the-mousterian-tardition/) - HCAA GENERAL MEETING, March 21, 2015, 12:30pm Lecture Title: “Neanderthal Intelligence and the Mousterian Tradition: Middle Stone Age Tools and Neanderthal Survival” Speaker: Dr. Craig Mayer, President, Vinovium Partners Location: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 Abstract: Craig’s talk will be: “Neanderthal Intelligence and the Mousterian Tradition: Middle Stone Age Tools
- [General Meeting, May 16, 2015 - Mexican Influence in Mimbres Culture of Southwest New Mexico & Beyond](https://hcarcheology.org/general-meeting-nov-15-2014-mexican-influence-in-mimbres-culture-of-southwest-new-mexico-beyond/) - HCAA GENERAL MEETING, May 16, 2015, 12:30pm Lecture Title: Mexican Influence in Mimbres Culture of Southwest New Mexico and Beyond Speaker: Harry Shafer, Ph.D, Professor Emeritus, Texas A&M University Location: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 Abstract: The Mimbres culture of southwest New Mexico is best known for its exquisite painted
- [News from Fieldwork - April 2015](https://hcarcheology.org/news-from-fieldwork-april-2015/) - NEWS FROM FIELDWORK Kemosabe Project – April 2015 Trenching operations have started on at the Kemosabe project. A large cooking oven area, called a burned rock midden, has been discovered. These are commonly also called “Indian Mounds" here in the hill country. During screening of soil from the trench HCAA members are finding fire cracked
- [1st GUADALUPE RIVER TRAIL EVENT, June 20th – 11am to 2pm](https://hcarcheology.org/1st-guadalupe-river-trail-event-june-20th-11am-to-2pm/) - Sponsored by: Kerrville Elks Lodge & Hill Country Archeological Association (HCAA) Location: Riverside Nature Center (RNC) – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 First 200 registered participants will receive a free Burger & Chips upon completion of the course. Exhibits along the route will include: Flint Knapping, Mountain Man Roy "Tomahawk/Knife Thrower," Veterans Assistance Dogs
- [HCAA GENERAL MEETING, July 18, 2015, 12:30pm](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-july-18-2015-1230pm/) - Lecture Title: Caddo Indian Culture of East Texas Speaker: Paul Shawn Marceaux, Ph.D. Director, Center for Archeological Research, University of Texas, San Antonio Location: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 Bio: Paul Shawn Marceaux, Ph.D. Abstract: This exciting lecture discusses a tribe of prehistoric Texas Indians that we know a great
- [River Trail Event, June 20, 2015 A GRAND SUCCESS!!](https://hcarcheology.org/river-trail-event-june-20-2015-a-grant-success/) - 1st GUADALUPE RIVER TRAIL EVENT, June 20th – 11am to 2pm A GREAT TIME WAS HAD BY ALL!!! Sponsored by: Kerrville Elks Lodge & Hill Country Archeological Association (HCAA) Location: Riverside Nature Center (RNC) – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 Exhibits along the route included: Flint Knapping, Mountain Man Roy "Tomahawk/Knife Thrower," Veterans Assistance
- [HCAA GENERAL MEETING - Sept 19, 2015  12:30pm](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-sept-19-2015-1230pm/) - Lecture Title: Recent Discoveries and Insights into Prehistoric Ritual and Belief in the Jornada Region of Trans-Pecos Texas Speaker: Myles Miller, Archeologist with Versar/Geo-Marine Location: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 Bio: Myles Miller has been professionally involved with the prehistory of the Jornada Mogollon peoples and Trans-Pecos regions since returning to
- [ARCHEOLOGY CELEBRATION, Saturday, October 17, 2015, 12:30 PM](https://hcarcheology.org/archeology-celebration-saturday-october-17-2015/) - ARCHEOLOGY CELEBRATION, Saturday, October 17, 2015, 12:30 to 3:30 PM Sponsored by The Hill Country Archeological Association Location: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 FREE ADMISSION! FREE PARKING! FREE REFRESHMENTS!
- [HCAA GENERAL MEETING - November 21, 2015, 12:30pm](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-nov-21-2015-1230pm/) - Lecture Title: Archeological Discoveries in San Antonio: Celebrating 300 years! Speaker: Matthew Elverson, Archeologist, Office of Historic Preservation, City of San Antonio Location: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 Bio: Matthew Elverson was raised just outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and on the island of Nantucket, Massachusetts. Matthew graduated from Guilford College
- [COMMUNITY NEWS! HCAA Field Trip to Meadowcroft Rockshelter, Nov 13, 2015](https://hcarcheology.org/community-news-hcaa-field-trip-to-meadowcroft-rockshelter-nov-13-2015/) - HCAA FIELD TRIP: MEADOWCROFT ROCKSHELTER Friday, November 13, 2015, 2pm Lecture Title: Strings, Baskets, and Textiles: “Perishable View” of the First Americans Speaker: James. M. Adovasio, Ph.D.,director of the Mercyhurst Archaeological Institute, Mercyhurst University, Erie, PA. Location: Texas State University, San Marcos, Evans Liberal Arts Building 114 Bio: James. M. Adovasio, Ph.D.,director of
- [HCAA GENERAL MEETING, Jan 16, 2016](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-jan-16-2016/) - Lecture Title: Archaeology Along the San Antonio Parks and Greenway Systems Speaker: Antonia Figueroa, Project Archeologist, Center Archaeological Research Location: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 Abstract: As a part of efforts to develop San Antonio parks and Greenway systems, several new hike and bike trail systems have been recently installed throughout
- [HCAA GENERAL MEETING, March 19, 2016, 12:30 pm](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-march-19-2016-1230-pm/) - Lecture Title: Excavations at San Felipe de Austin 2015-2015 Speaker: Jeff Durst, Archeologist, Texas Historical Commission, Austin Location: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 Abstract: Mr. Durst presentation will be, “Excavations at San Felipe de Austin 2014-2015”. Excavations at the site of San Felipe de Austin began in June of 2014
- [2015 HCAA Archeologist & Volunteer of Year Awards presented by Steve Stoutamire](https://hcarcheology.org/2015-hcaa-volunteer-of-year-awards/) - Congratulations Kris Bobbitt & Ed Rendon!!
- ["Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed" May 14-Sept 5, at the Witte Museum](https://hcarcheology.org/maya-hidden-worlds-revealed-may-14-sept-5-at-the-witte-museum/) - Date: May 14-September 5, 2016 Location: Witte Museum, San Antonio, Texas Exhibit Exhibit open during regular museum hours So grand, so immersive and so comprehensive that the Witte Museum brought it to San Antonio as the debut exhibition of the Museum's new Mays Family Center. Maya is the largest traveling exhibition about the Maya ever
- [Rendezvous at the River, June 25, 2016, 10 am to 2 pm](https://hcarcheology.org/rendezvous-at-the-river-june-25-2016-10-am-to-2-pm/) - Rendezvous at the River Event Map
- [2016 Pedernales Knap-In, April 7-10](https://hcarcheology.org/2016-pedernales-knap-in/) - Date: April 7-10, 2016 Location: Blanco County Fairgrounds in Johnson City, Texas This is located on the north end of Johnson City, Texas, on the west side of U.S. Hwy 281, and on the south side of the Pedernales River. The Pedernales Knap-In is open to the public at no charge. This is an excellent
- [HCAA GENERAL MEETING, May 21, 2016, 12:30pm](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-may-21-2016-1230pm/) - Lecture Title: "Mission Period Arrow Points and What They May Tell Us About The People" Speaker: Dr. Steve Tomka, CRM Project Manager, Raba Kistner Engineering Consultants & former Director of UTSA Center for Archeology Research Location: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 Abstract: Archaeologists have for a long time assumed that
- [HCAA GENERAL MEETING, July 16, 2016, 12:30 pm](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-july-16-2016-1230-pm/) - Lecture Title: Reconstructing a 3,500 year old Environmental Record at Carnegie Canyon, Western Oklahoma Speaker: Dr. Chris Lintz, Archeologist with Texas Parks and Wildlife Location: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 Abstract: The title of the talk by Lintz will be, “Reconstructing a 3,500 year old Environmental Record at Carnegie Canyon,
- [HCAA GENERAL MEETING, September 17, 2016, 12:30pm](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-september-17-2016-1230pm/) - Lecture Title: RECENT LUAS PROJECTS Speakers: Chuck Hixson, Professional Archeologist and member of Llano Uplift Archeological Society, Lisa Weatherford, LUAS president, Jim Wukasch, LUAS Treasurer. Location: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 Abstract: Nearly every third Saturday of the month, LUAS schedules a field trip, usually to survey on private ranches
- [HCAA GENERAL MEETING, January 21, 2017, 12:30pm](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-general-meeting-january-21-2017-1230pm/) - Lecture Title: The White Shaman Mural: An Enduring Creation Narrative in the Lower Pecos Canyonlands of Texas Speaker: Dr. Carolyn E. Boyd, Research Director a nd founder of Shumla Archaeological Research and Education Center Location: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 Abstract: The prehistoric hunter-gatherers of the Lower Pecos Canyonlands of
- [ARCHEOLOGY CELEBRATION, Oct 15, 2016](https://hcarcheology.org/2311-2/) - Abstracts of Talks: First Speaker - Robert Lassen's presentation is titled "History and Archaeology at Folsom, New Mexico, and Its Lasting Effects on Our Understanding of the Initial Peopling of the Americas." Essentially, he will begin with the controversy surrounding the peopling of the Americas in the start of the 20th century, and discusses
- [General Meeting, Jan 17, 2015 - Prehistoric Plains Indian Interactions Based on Exotic Artifacts from Central Texas](https://hcarcheology.org/general-meeting-jan-17-2015-prehistoric-plains-indian-interactions-based-on-exotic-artifacts-from-central-texas/) - HCAA GENERAL MEETING, January 17, 2015, 12:30pm Lecture Title: "Prehistoric Plains Indian Interactions Based on Exotic Artifacts from Central Texas" Speaker: Dr. Chris Lintz, Archeologist with Texas Parks and Wildlife Depart., Austin, Texas Location: Riverside Nature Center – 150 Francisco Lemos, Kerrville, Texas 78028 Dr. Chris Lintz

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- [Home](https://hcarcheology.org/) - Donate to advance research and education. Welcome to the Hill Country Archeological Association in Kerrville, Texas. Who we are and what we do The HCAA is a group of avocational and professional archeologists working together to study and preserve the Texas Hill Country’s prehistoric and historic heritage, and to educate the public about archeology. The
- [Our Leadership](https://hcarcheology.org/our-leadership/) - Meet Our Leadership The Hill Country Archeological Association is led by neighbors and friends who share a love for the history and heritage of our region. Each person contributes their time and talents to help guide the association’s work, support educational programs, and keep our community connected to the archeological treasures of the Hill Country.
- [Past General Meetings](https://hcarcheology.org/past-general-meetings/) - November 15, 2025 PRESENTATION TITLE: Before and After the Flood: New Discoveries and Recovery at Crying Woman Ranch SPEAKER: Mike McBride, Principal Investigator at HCAA’s Crying Woman Ranch Project Mike McBride, the Principal Investigator at HCAA’s Crying Woman Ranch Project, will report on the important discoveries that were made over the past year, as well
- [Who We Are and What We Do](https://hcarcheology.org/who-we-are-and-what-we-do/) - The HCAA is a group of avocational and professional archeologists working together to study and preserve the Texas Hill Country’s prehistoric and historical heritage and to educate the public about archeology. The task of HCAA is to survey and record details about archeologically significant sites before they are lost due to collecting, erosion, and the
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- [Archived General Meetings](https://hcarcheology.org/archived-general-meetings/) - September 21, 2019 PRESENTATION TITLE: The Upper Paleolithic of Texas: The Early Human Occupation of the Gault Site SPEAKER: Thomas Williams, Assistant Executive Director, Gault School of Archaeological Research; and Research Associate, Prehistory Research Project, Texas Archeological Research Laboratory, University of Texas, Austin. Excavations at the Gault Site, Central Texas, have recovered a significant assemblage of
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- [Cemetery](https://hcarcheology.org/cemetery/) - Cemetery Preservation Program “Cemeteries are among the most valuable of historic resources. They are reminders of various settlement patterns, such as villages, rural communities, urban centers, and ghost towns. Cemeteries can reveal information about historical events, religions, lifestyles and genealogy” -- Texas Historical Commission. The Hill Country Archeological Association collaborates with individuals, the Kerr County
- [Current Fieldwork](https://hcarcheology.org/current-fieldwork/) - An introduction to the Crying Woman Ranch (CWR) Project: 41KR754 - Mike McBride Since July 2018, the Hill Country Archeological Association (HCAA) has investigated a rich, multi-component site (41KR754) in western Kerr County, Texas. The site is located on private land and rests on a terrace of the North Fork of the Guadalupe River. Over
- [Our History](https://hcarcheology.org/our-history/) - 20 YEARS OF HILL COUNTRY ARCHEOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION A Brief Summary by Kay Woodward In February 1999, Robert “Bobby” Rector of Kerrville sent a letter to area professionals and advocacy archeologists asking about their interest in forming a new archeological group in Kerrville. Many replied and offered their assistance. In March 1999, an archeology rendezvous on
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- [Donations](https://hcarcheology.org/donations/) - The Steve Stoutamire Memorial Fund Remembering Steve's leadership, contributions to our organization, and warm friendship has left a great void in our hearts and thoughts. He was a dear friend and leader. Steve served as HCAA President, Board Member, Fieldwork Committee Chairman, Mentor, Author, Researcher, and Steward. In order to create a lasting memorial to
- [Member Articles](https://hcarcheology.org/members-articles/) - African American History in Kendall County – Boerne “Flats” by John Benedict People have asked me, about the history of the African Americans that moved into the area of Boerne known as “The Flats” and what happened to them? I will tell you what I know of the lives of these first African Americans in
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- [Past Awards & Honors](https://hcarcheology.org/past-awards-honors/) - 2018 Lifetime Membership Award presented to Dr. Chris Lintz John Benedict (presenting award), Dr. Chris Lintz. HCAA awards Dr. Lintz a lifetime membership in recognition and gratitude for his friendship, professional advice on archeology projects and artifact identification, his edits and advice on reports and publications by the HCAA, informative presentations at HCAA meetings as
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- [Past Fieldwork](https://hcarcheology.org/past-fieldwork/) - Overview of Sites Site Details The Creek Shelter Project–HCAA-KR-44 (August 2019) Authors: Trei and Marvin Gohlke In December of 2018, Marvin Gohlke, Jr. and his son, Trei (Marvin Gohlke, III) were exploring along a bluff above a creek on a new place they had bought in Western Kerr County. This bluff runs approximately 100’ above
- [Our Archeological Stewards](https://hcarcheology.org/our-archeological-stewards/) - In 1984 Texas Historical Commission developed the Texas Archeological Stewardship Network (TASN). One of the most innovative and successful programs of its kind, that has served as the model for similar programs in other states. Stewards are not professional archeologists, yet highly trained and motivated avocational archeologists who strictly work on a volunteer basis. They cooperate
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- [Steve Stoutamire Memorial](https://hcarcheology.org/steve-stoutamire-memorial/) - STEVE STOUTAMIRE OBITUARY Steve Stoutamire, age 72, of San Antonio Texas, passed away on 11/24/2022. He is survived by his beloved wife Nancy; his two children, Courtney and Bryan; his mother, Jonnie Stoutamire; his sister Charlotte Pickels, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Steve was born in Quincy, Florida, to Paul and Jonnie Stoutamire on
- [Presentations: Videos and PowerPoints](https://hcarcheology.org/presentations-videos-and-powerpoints/) - HCAA - Interpretations On The Technological Variability in Clovis Lanceolates (Sept 18, 2021) Speaker: Sergio Ayala, Gault School of Archaeological Research at the Texas Archaeological Research Laboratory at UT Austin HCAA - Locating and Recording Lost Cemeteries of the Texas Hill Country (May 15, 2021) Speaker: Jenny McWilliams, Cemetery Preservation Program Coordinator, Texas Historical Commission
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- [Member Scholarships](https://hcarcheology.org/member-scholarship/) - HCAA awards scholarships on an annual basis through the following program: PAUL SMITH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND Scholarship applications are now being accepted for the Paul Smith Memorial Scholarship Fund. The awards provide assistance to HCAA members who are attending archeological field school events, conferences, and other activities acceptable to the board of directors. This includes
- [Documents](https://hcarcheology.org/documents/) - ORGANIZATION DOCUMENTS (*available to board members only) HCAA Membership-Guest Lists 2022*HCAA Affiliates List 2016*HCAA Bylaws (revised 5/21/2016)
- [Past Training Fieldwork & Lab](https://hcarcheology.org/past-training-fieldwork-lab/) - 2018 HCAA FIELD & LAB TRAINING COURSE The 2018 class started off well. We had 15 students this year and had to turn away another three due to space limitations. By far the biggest class so far. Thus far Mike and Steve have taught two classes on lithics, basics of archeology and site types in
- [Speakers Bureau](https://hcarcheology.org/speakers-bureau/) - HCAA SPEAKERS BUREAU (Contact Steve Stoutamire to arrange a speaking engagement) Steve Stoutamire 1. “Archeology of the Edwards Plateau of Central Texas”- Power point with some artifact presentation, approximately 1 hr.Target audience: adult.2. “Origin of Chert in the Edwards Plateau” - Power point 40 minutes with chert and other lithic specimens.Target audience: high school to
- [Past Special Events](https://hcarcheology.org/public_outreach/past-special-events/) - Event Notice - Why Archeology? Central Texas is rich for archeological exploration. Why is this important to us today? How can I get involved? Francoise Wilson will answer these questions and many more in her presentation. The date is Wednesday February 16, and the time is 1pm. The location is the Riverside Nature Center in
- [Site Forms](https://hcarcheology.org/site-forms/) - HCAA Site Recording Forms To record new sites and revisit previously recorded sites, HCAA uses the following forms to ensure accurate documentation and compliance with every project conducted in the field and lab. For all forms, print as "actual size" to retain correct scale. Feature Form Field Sack Log Excavations Field Sack Log Surface
- [HCAA Contest Details- January 20, 2018](https://hcarcheology.org/hcaa-contest-details-jan-20-2018/) - HCAA Contest Held at General Meeting January 20, 2018 CONTEST DETAILS The methodology for estimating the number of cooking events that took place at fcr middens in Central Texas has been pioneered over the last 10 years by archeologists at Texas State University. Some of these archeologists helped us to determine how many times Indians
- [Creek Shelter Project–HCAA-KR-44 (August 2019)](https://hcarcheology.org/creek-shelter-project-hcaa-kr-44-august-2019/) - Authors: Trei and Marvin Gohlke In December of 2018, Marvin Gohlke, Jr. and his son, Trei (Marvin Gohlke, III) were exploring along a bluff above a creek on a new place they had bought in Western Kerr County. This bluff runs approximately 100’ above the spring-fed creek below. Marvin was walking along the top of

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