Glamorous work this digging privies is!
This is my first time at this, and although very challenging, I think it could ultimately be worth the effort. <insert forum encouragement here>
This shot was taken yesterday when I was about 31/2 to 4 feet down.I'm now at 6 feet, and it's becoming more difficult. I an finding pieces of relics that deep, so I'm convinced I need to go a bit deeper to get to the good stuff. So far I've found broken tools, broken bottles, nails and various other pieces.
The privy appears to have been lined with rocks, and when it was back-filled large rocks were dropped into the hole. Needless to say digging ain't easy! <insert forum encouragement here>
I'm deep enough now that I have a safety concern of a cave-in. Maybe somebody can give me some advice about this.
How deep do you think I should go? I have yet to find any whole bottles etc., but I'm still finding little things that keep me digging.
Best,
Rick