Not just divers and fishermen: Increasing the public involvement in the safeguarding of underwater cultural heritage in Tierra del Fuego, Argentina

Abstract

Underwater archaeologists often acknowledge the important role played by other people who are in direct contact with water, such as fisherpersons and divers, in many aspects related to underwater cultural heritage. This chapter presents examples of positive experiences regarding the involvement of all-terrain vehicle drivers (ATV) and horseback riders in the coastal heritage of Tierra del Fuego, southern Argentina. It is expected that the gradual and non-linear processes leading to good results can be inspiring in comparable situations in other parts of the world.