Expedition crew needed and where to post the criteria?

[greatbear]

HI guys.
After 6 years research Ive finally applied for funding an archeological/historic research expedition to national geographic.
Most of the theoretical research has been done, but seen as the expedition is planned to start april 2014 till the start of june 2014. it leaves a bit of time for final tidying. and preparation of the primary paper work.
if funding goes through a national geographic media team will be part of the expedition.
Obviously the team will have to be made up of people who have qualifications in fields of study relevant to the expedition subject matter.
some of the work may be carried out from a chartered vessel some but the majority will be land based.
aside from the nat geo team im planning on a number no greater than ten individuals myself included.
Ive never planned anything of this level before, and as far as i can see im looking for individuals who have expertise/ qualifications in these areas.

Interest in archeology and history essential!!!
Tropical medicine and disease prevention and treatment. i think the skill level required would be gp. or nurse.
Qualified and licenced open water divers. two of.
Experienced and qualified climbers at least two of the team.
Person with experience in ground survey and navigation. credentials important.
Person with knowledge of 17th century sailing practices.

I am also looking for sponsership from companys which supply major expedition equipment and supplies.
because the more sponsership I can get the less I have to ask nat geo for.

I was at a loss as to where to find such people then realised many bushcrafters have such qualifications and experience.
The exact location and purpose of this expedition cannot be revealed at this time but a rough idea of destination is allowed
southeast asia and possibly the coast of africa.
if any members have the relevant expertise and would like to be considered for inclusion on this expedition. please contact me.
I cant guarantee everyone a place but no doubt some of the team will be members of this forum.
note to moderators if this post is in the wrong place please would you move it for me.
Thank you all GB

 

[copper_head]

and a good cook!!

Sounds amazing! I'm a chef

 

[greatbear]

hi mate posted your kit out today and recieved the condor this morning cheers. just beentoo wrapped up in my expedition to say anything to anyone am buzzin
the chef bit made me smile a good cook would be great and to be honest mate i wish you fitted other criteria it would be amazing to to have first class nosh at the end of the day but dont think sponser would allow funding for alfresco perfection.. but cheers mate.
GB
Sounds amazing! I'm a chef [/QUOTE]

 

[copper_head]

Im sure I could knock up some ships biscuits and grog for the 17th century sailing practises.

Well worth a try, lol .

Glad the knife made it safe and sound.

 

[resnikov]

This sounds really interesting, hope you get a good crew together and have an great adventure.

Look forward to hearing all about it here.

 

[greatbear]

thanks guys and not too bothered about the biccys but the grog sounds good.

 

[Graham_S]

You could try posting this;

"Men wanted for hazardous journey. Small wages. Bitter Cold. Long months of complete darkness. Constant danger. Safe return doubtful. Honour and recognition in case of success."

It worked for Shackleton...

 

[greatbear]

how about men wanted for safish journey non or very large wages blistering hot tropical disease possible sand in your bivvy big creepy crawlys in your boots safe return possible ish!!! honour and recognition in case of success
ant takers??
cheers graham your post made me smile

You could try posting this;


It worked for Shackleton...

 

[Imagedude]

I can post this on my climbing club's website if you so wish...

 

[david1]

im a diving instructor. but more important where are you diving, warm or cold water ?

 

[Everything Mac]

No geologists needed then?

 

[mountainm]

You'll need a "fixer" someone who knows the territory, knows who to bribe etc.

Oh. And usually you need a drunken pilot. A big game hunter. And someone who can decipher ancient alien languages.

Watch out for Nazi's.

Sounds amazing.

 

[greatbear]

that would be amazing thank you. GB

I can post this on my climbing club's website if you so wish...

 

[greatbear]

Cheers for pointing that out to me mac.
If I could tell you more then you could tell me if a geologist was needed perhaps the terrain is quite unusual

No geologists needed then?

 

[greatbear]

that was so good mate. but a drunken pilot is not needed. as we wont be flying someone who knows the territory would be a good thing. knows how to bribe for sure!! decypher alien languages not needed. and we dont need to worry about nazi's cos the natives ate them (fortune and glory kid)

You'll need a "fixer" someone who knows the territory, knows who to bribe etc.

Oh. And usually you need a drunken pilot. A big game hunter. And someone who can decipher ancient alien languages.

Watch out for Nazi's.

Sounds amazing.

 

[greatbear]

south east asia so i should imagine the water will be fairly warm. cheers for asking..

im a diving instructor. but more important where are you diving, warm or cold water ?

 

[Everything Mac]

Cheers for pointing that out to me mac.
If I could tell you more then you could tell me if a geologist was needed perhaps the terrain is quite unusual

I guess it depends on what the ultimate goal of the expedition is and if you feel you'd need to know what the rocks are made from and if this is important.
Specialists could tell you approximate ages within an hour or so if you are looking at sedimentary features which contain fossils, though obviously this would be an age of the rock rather than what it has been made into. (Fossil guys..... Like clay mineralogists are a very odd bunch)

Ideally you'd want a specialist in the area you're visiting. Or at least in the approximate field you think you will encounter. Broadly speaking; sedimentologists, volcanologists etc.
though any competent geologist would be able to read a geological map of the area.



It goes without saying your geologist should also be dashingly good looking, have a bushy beard, ideally a military background and a dirty great big hammer...


I just so happen to fit all of the above criteria

All the best
Andy

 

[greatbear]

Thanks for that amazing post Andy.
I Id love to have you aboard mate but I would guess that we dont need a geologist for the reason we are only interested in the period 1650ad to 1750 ad.
the main periodic expert needed is a maritime historian.
the main purpose of the expedition is something i cant discuss at this point. but it may involve some underwater work which i myself am not qualified for hence the need for qualified divers. im going to pm you shortly.
cheers John.
I guess it depends on what the ultimate goal of the expedition is and if you feel you'd need to know what the rocks are made from and if this is important.
Specialists could tell you approximate ages within an hour or so if you are looking at sedimentary features which contain fossils, though obviously this would be an age of the rock rather than what it has been made into. (Fossil guys..... Like clay mineralogists are a very odd bunch)

Ideally you'd want a specialist in the area you're visiting. Or at least in the approximate field you think you will encounter. Broadly speaking; sedimentologists, volcanologists etc.
though any competent geologist would be able to read a geological map of the area.



It goes without saying your geologist should also be dashingly good looking, have a bushy beard, ideally a military background and a dirty great big hammer...


I just so happen to fit all of the above criteria

All the best
Andy[/QUOTE]

 

[mountainm]

Thanks for that amazing post Andy.
I Id love to have you aboard mate but I would guess that we dont need a geologist for the reason we are only interested in the period 1650ad to 1750 ad.
the main periodic expert needed is a maritime historian.
the main purpose of the expedition is something i cant discuss at this point. but it may involve some underwater work which i myself am not qualified for hence the need for qualified divers. im going to pm you shortly.
cheers John.
I guess it depends on what the ultimate goal of the expedition is and if you feel you'd need to know what the rocks are made from and if this is important.
Specialists could tell you approximate ages within an hour or so if you are looking at sedimentary features which contain fossils, though obviously this would be an age of the rock rather than what it has been made into. (Fossil guys..... Like clay mineralogists are a very odd bunch)

Ideally you'd want a specialist in the area you're visiting. Or at least in the approximate field you think you will encounter. Broadly speaking; sedimentologists, volcanologists etc.
though any competent geologist would be able to read a geological map of the area.



It goes without saying your geologist should also be dashingly good looking, have a bushy beard, ideally a military background and a dirty great big hammer...


I just so happen to fit all of the above criteria

All the best
Andy

[/QUOTE]

Trekkingnut of this parish may be able to help, I believe he organises expeditions so may have some valuable contacts.

 

[resnikov]

Trekkingnut of this parish may be able to help, I believe he organises expeditions so may have some valuable contacts.

Sent him a msg about this yesterday