Chickasaw Explorers Program | Chickasaw Nation

Join a two-week archaeological adventure to uncover the stories of Chickasaw Ancestors through hands-on fieldwork in the historic Homeland.

Travel expenses, lodging and meals are provided. Participants must be able to perform activities that require mobility and endurance.

Applicants must be able to commit to the full two-week program. Additional eligibility requirements may apply.

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Eligibility

College Students

Ages 18-35
Currently enrolled full or part-time student by program date

High School Students

Must have completed sophomore, junior or senior year
GPA of 2.5 or higher

You Provide

Chickasaw Explorers application
Signed consent and participation code of conduct forms
College transcript (if applicable)
High school transcript (if applicable)

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College Chickasaw Explorers

Highschool Chickasaw Explorers

Required Forms and Documents

Chickasaw Explorers Program - College Students

Chickasaw Explorers Program - High School Students

Contact

Phone:

(580) 272-1379

Email:

Events

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Program Details

Participants will meet in Ada, Oklahoma, to tour historic sites before departing to the historic Chickasaw Homeland in Mississippi.

There, participants will conduct archaeological fieldwork such as pedestrian surveys, controlled surface collections and test unit excavations. They will also be immersed in Chickasaw history through a cultural tour of historic Homeland sites.

Additional Eligibility Information

Must be physically able to work in hot or cold environments and perform tasks such as kneeling, digging and carrying loads up to 30 pounds, hiking 1-3 miles and canoeing or kayaking
Must be able to travel to Ada, Oklahoma (travel from Ada to the historic Chickasaw Homeland will be provided)

Other Information

For information regarding the application process, contact us.

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