I have spent two field seasons working at the North Gerstle Point archaeological site in Interior Alaska, gaining meaningful experience with long-term archaeological investigation and collaborative field research. Returning to the same site across multiple seasons has allowed me to build on previous knowledge, refine my field methods, and develop a stronger understanding of how archaeological interpretations evolve as new materials, stratigraphic relationships, and site data are recovered.

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My work at North Gerstle Point has contributed to ongoing research on early human occupation in Interior Alaska while deepening my experience with excavation, documentation, stratigraphy, site formation, and lithic materials. Working with the site’s archaeological record has been especially valuable in developing my interest in lithic technology and how stone tools can provide insight into mobility, technological decision-making, resource use, and past lifeways.

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North Gerstle Point has become an important part of my development as an archaeologist and has helped shape my academic and professional interests. The experience has strengthened my focus on Interior Alaska archaeology, lithic analysis, landscape archaeology, and early human occupation while also encouraging me to explore how digital documentation and 3D technologies can complement traditional archaeological methods. Returning for a second season was especially rewarding, as I approached the fieldwork with greater confidence, a stronger understanding of the site, and an even deeper appreciation for the archaeological questions being investigated across Interior Alaska.