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Tom Shorey, 1995
Tom Shorey is an RPF employed by Fruit Growers Supply Company, and was recognized in 1995 for his outstanding work in archaeological site identification and management. The Company lands under his jurisdiction are among the most sensitive in the State in regards to prehistoric archaeology, but Tom has met this challenge head-on. His archaeological survey work is recognized as superior not only by CAL FIRE staff reviewing his plans but also by professional archaeologists working in the region. His keen attention paid to archaeological survey design, site recordation, and site management separates his reports from most others, and his archaeological site records, usually containing detailed maps, sketches, photographs, and site descriptions, illustrate his dedication to preserving the archaeological record of California. His site management approach, which includes a working knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of equipment used during the harvest, coupled with his willingness to supervise operations in sensitive areas, has shown that timber harvesting and site protection can both be accomplished on the same property.



