ROCK ART
ETIQUETTE
It is the responsibility of each person
visiting a rock art site to leave it as they found it.
Do not disturb it in any way. Do not touch it.
Do not step on it. Do not camp near it.
Vandalism and unintentional destruction are
growing problems at many rock art sites around
the world. Graffiti with spray paint is very
difficult to remove.
The oils on your fingers can contribute to the
demise of petroicons.
Respect the fact that in many places where
petroglyphs and pictographs occur, the sites are
still considered "sacred" by indigenous peoples.
Your voice level may effect other visitors'
experience.
Always obtain permission before visiting sites
that are on nonpublic lands. Pay
attention to posted signs--there are
some sites o n missile ranges. Of course, signs,
such as "CLIFF", should be heeded.
Below is a link that does a
comprehensive job of defining
proper etiquette in relation to
rock art.
http://www.europreart.net/guide.htm
There are many forces at work in the modern
world, such as the building of freeways,
that threaten the preservation of rock art sites.
Conscientious participants in the science of
petroiconology contribute to efforts to thwart
attempts to destroy threatened sites.
The forum on this site invites you to share
your experiences with this element in
the understanding of rock art.