Dave Thompson, SNP MSP for Skye, Lochaber and Badenoch met with the Scottish Coastal Heritage at Risk Project (SCHARP) to learn about how citizen archaeologists can help to preserve archaeological sites.
Commenting on this, Dave said: “Scotland has one of the longest coastlines in Europe, and there are a wealth of rich archaeological sites such as the discovery of a Viking boat burial site at Ardnamurchan or the many Brochs found throughout the Highlands and Islands, including Dun Telve and Dun Troddan in Glenelg.
SCHARP estimate that there are 12,000 sites of archaeological significance in just 40% of Scotland Coast.
However, because the coast is so dynamic, it is impossible to keep up to date with what is being revealed or destroyed. This is why SCHARP are asking for volunteers to survey, record and submit reports on their local coastline.
Adding to this, Dave said: “I would encourage anyone interested in getting involved as a citizen archaeological to get in touch with SCHARP to find out how. They have produced a smartphone app and an interactive map to assist volunteers.
“Our coastline holds many secrets, and their discovery and preservation can inform us about the history of our land, as well as being an inspiration to our children.
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More information on SCHARP is available from http://www.scharp.co.uk/
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