"Come Dig History with Us!" say organizers of the Watson Brown Foundation who encourage students to "Learn more about Georgia's exciting history" at "Dig History!" an archaeology day camp for kids ages 11-17.

In "Dig History!" kids experience how archaeologists investigate the past. They will explore ancient hunting methods, and even learn what garbage says about people.

Campers will learn about the field of archeology with experiments and activities to engage their interest and give them hands-on practice with archeological methods and techniques. They will learn how to work with maps, do site surveys, and excavate archeological sites. Guest lecturers will be stopping by to teach the campers new skills such as flint knapping, a technique used by native Americans to make tools and arrowheads for thousands of years. Then, campers will work alongside professional archaeologists to excavate the Jeffersonian Publishing plant site at Hickory Hill. The site is where Senator Thomas E. Watson, an important figure in Georgia's history, published his newspaper and magazine, the Jeffersonian. "This is a great opportunity for kids with an interest in archeology, history, science, and being outdoors," organizers said.

Camp dates are June 12-16, July10-14, and July 24-28. The camps run Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. and the cost is $50 per camper per week. The camps are held at Hickory Hill, 502 Hickory Hill Drive in Thomson, Georgia. Call 706-595-7777 for details and reservations.

"Dig History!" is sponsored by the Watson-Brown Foundation, Inc., which is dedicated to responsible southern scholarship and the education of America's young people.