Sitka National Historical Park 2005

The Center conducted geophysical, metal detection, and shovel test investigations at Sitka National Historical Park in Sitka, Alaska. The geophysical investigations were conducted at four locations in the part associated with the 1804 Tlingit and Russian battle and Kiks.ádi fort, Russian cabin locations from the 1830-1850s, and the 20th century location of a reconstructed Russian blockhouse. Techniques included the use of a fluxgate gradiometer, a resistance meter with twin probe array, and ground penetrating radar.