Export of cryptotephra samples from Boomplaas Cave for the purpose of testing age model

We propose to export 170 sediment samples from the archaeological site Boomplaas (BPA) to the United States for the purpose of cryptotephra analysis. The goal of the analysis is to accurately identify cryptotephra (or microscopic volcanic glass shards) from distal eruptions which can be used to precisely link the deposits with neighboring sites (e.g., Vleesbaai Area B, Pinnacle Point 5-6) as well as provide age estimates. This project is taking place at ERF 30/33, Boomplaas, Cango Valley, Eden District, Western Cape (HWC permit case number 18021501AS0223E).