Indian River Anthropological Society
Membership Application

Please note that anyone joining IRAS will be required to follow our strict code of ethics regarding archaeological sites and artifacts. You must sign and date the code of ethics section at the bottom of the form to be a member.

Name:___________________________________________     Age:_____________

Address:____________________________________________________________

Phone Number: ______________________     E-mail: ___________________________

Dues Amount: __________

I would like to volunteer for (check all that apply):

    __ Fieldwork*     __ Laboratory Work     __ Photography

    __ Report writing     __ Educational Opportunities     __ Other: _______________

* Note: Fieldwork is conducted in sometimes very adverse conditions, i.e. heat, sun, insects and dangerous animals. If you don’t feel comfortable doing this then don’t check this item. All members are required to sign a waiver that they will not hold the IRAS, IRAS members, or property owners liable for any injury or health problem related to fieldwork.

List any skills, background or abilities that you think might be useful to the IRAS:

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IRAS Code of Ethics

• Exploration of archaeological sites are conducted in accordance with Federal, State, County, and local laws, and are conducted under the direct supervision of qualified personnel.
• Results of all fieldwork and research will be documented.
• ALL artifacts recovered from archaeological sites are turned over to the IRAS.
• Members will not participate in the illegal trade of antiquities or loot sites.
• No member will remove artifacts from any site unless given authority by the IRAS officers.
• The appropriate authorities will be informed if a member discovers the looting or destruction of archaeological sites.
• Members should participate in educating the public in understanding the state's historical and archaeological heritage.

As a member of the IRAS I agree to uphold the following code of ethics:

Signed:___________________________________       Date:_________________

Membership is open to all individuals interested in the archaeology of Florida and the Indian River area in particular, including Brevard and Indian River Counties. Membership dues are $15.00 per year for an individual and $20.00 per year for a family. Dues include participation in all club activities. You may join by submitting a check or money order made out to IRAS plus a print out of the IRAS membership application to IRAS, P. O. Box 542022, Merritt Island, FL 32954-2022.

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