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There are so many ways to get involved with us and with nautical archaeology, including

UK Education Programme
With our International Training Partners
Projects
Research
Dive Trails
Annual Conference
Adopt a Wreck Scheme
The NAS Dive Club
Volunteering
Member's Research Group
Become a Trustee
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And much much more...........

Latest

A Step in My Archaeology Journey with The Big Anchor Project, by Sirine Saad El-Dine Ghiye

Sirine Saad El-Dine Ghiye is a graduate archaeologist from the Lebanese University, Tripoli who has a fascination with maritime archaeology and is a diver in progress. Find out what was discovered here...
Introduction to Map and Chart Reading

Ever wondered where you are, how to successfully get to another location, and what to expect to come across on your journey? This course will provide participants with both theoretical knowledge and practical experience in reading and understanding both maps and charts for an archaeological context.
Introduction to Weather and Shipping Forecasts

Ever wondered what the weather charts really mean? Need help understanding and making best use of the shipping forecast - is the 'Isle Fair' and the 'Net Fast'? The course will cover what influences our weather, how to read a weather synopsis chart, and how to convert an audio shipping forecast into a weather map that makes sense.
Four Perspectives on the Online Archiving Workshop for Traditional Boat Digital Records

Four participants from our Online Archiving Workshop for Traditional Boat Digital Records reflect on their experiences. Discover what they found out during the course here...

CovED Talks: NAS Weekly Webcast

To make the best out of the current challenging times, the Nautical Archaeology Society has starting a series of free online lunchtime talks – and we want you to be part of it. Inspired by the popular TEDtalks, our #CovEDTalks are designed to promote #SelfEducation during #SelfIsolation and are stand-alone half-hour talks on Tuesdays at 12:30-13:00 (London).
Membership Types

We have different types of membership to suit everyone including students, retirees, families, couples and non-UK residents.
NAS Student Ambassador Scheme

Are you an avid underwater explorer, or the next Indiana Jones? Indulge your passions and gain experience as a NAS Student Ambassador!
PADI Wreck Detective

Become a PADI Wreck Detective with a distinctive speciality written by the NAS to help you enjoy wreck dives even more. The course is ideal for anyone wanting to enhance their knowledge base and dive skills, whilst meeting other like minded divers on a fun activity. Discover more here...
Dive Club

NASAC is a volunteer run archaeological dive club affiliated to the Nautical Archaeology Society (NAS) and is run by NAS members for NAS members. Our purpose is to provide project-based archaeological diving opportunities for NAS members.
Heritage Events

We run behind-the-scenes tours of museums, historic vessels and places of maritime interest for our members. Read more to find out about our heritage events...
Dive Trails

The UK heritage agencies have supported the development of diver trails around the country to facilitate access to the country’s protected wrecks. The NAS has help establish four of the trails as well as three virtual dives that help non-divers experience the pleasure of exploring a historic wreck. Discover more about dive trails here...
Join Us

Indulge your passion for nautical archaeology, and help us explore, preserve and record the world’s intertidal and underwater heritage for future generations. Discover more about us here...
Adopt a Wreck

The Adopt a Wreck scheme was originally devised in 2000 with funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund. The scheme serves as a way of encouraging the public to actively record the sites they are visiting and everyone who has adopted a site is encouraged to submit their work for the annual Adopt a Wreck Award. Discover more here...
Big Anchor Project

The Big Anchor Project aims to develop a global tool for the identification of anchors. The initiative is managed by the NAS with the help of various project partners and supporters. The project is building a freely accessible, online database of anchors which can serve as a valuable tool for anybody undertaking research or with a general interest in the subject. Discover more here...

International Journal of Nautical Archaeology

The International Journal of Nautical Archaeology is a forum for the exchange of ideas and research relevant to all aspects of nautical and maritime archaeology. Discover more about our journal here...
Join Us

Indulge your passion for nautical archaeology, and help us explore, preserve and record the world’s intertidal and underwater heritage for future generations. Discover more about us here...
eLearning

Discounted price during lockdown period!!! You can begin your archaeological training from the comfort of your own home with our eLearning Programme. There are three courses available and each is made up of a series of lessons which include images, videos and examples to demonstrate the information. Find out more here...
Annual Conference

IMPORTANT: 2020 event postponed to 2021. Join us next year with the Irish Underwater Council (CFT) and The CHERISH Project for a two-day conference in Dublin titled "SeaChange: Human and Climate Influences on our Maritime Past". Find out more about the 2021 event and previous events here.......
International Training Partners

For over 20 years we have be proud to have International Training Partners that teach our courses all around the world. They adapt our core syllabus to their own particular needs and deliver courses using their own preferred sites and facilities. Find out more here...
Staff

The NAS employs a small core team of dedicated people at our head office in Portsmouth, UK The team manage the day to day running of the charity and are often found travelling around the world for courses, fieldschools, conferences and meetings.
Intensive NAS course in Mexico City

NAS tutor Dr Jorge M. Herrera ran a two-week NAS course at the National University (UNAM) in Mexico City. Learn more here!
Vice Presidents

The NAS is fortunate to have the support of Vice Presidents that bring years of knowledge and experience of the heritage sectors. Our Vice Presidents come from archaeological academia, museum services, advocacy and oceanography.
Dive Club

NASAC is a volunteer run archaeological dive club affiliated to the Nautical Archaeology Society (NAS) and is run by NAS members for NAS members. Our purpose is to provide project-based archaeological diving opportunities for NAS members.
Our Mission

Our mission is to research, record and protect underwater and coastal heritage for the benefit of everyone.

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Indulge your passion for nautical archaeology, and help us explore, preserve and record the world’s intertidal and underwater heritage for future generations. Discover more about us here... Read more

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