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for example, the site’s characteristics and needs, as well as the impact of activities and the natural resources, which may share the same context as the archaeological remains. Underwater archaeologists should ensure that guidelines are respected. How to deal with actions which might have an effect on the archaeological remains (underwater and in the nearby terrestrial areas, if applicable) is to be equally addressed in the management programme. The relevant conventions, national laws, recommen- dations and guidelines should similarly be consulted in compiling a management programme.
In the creation of a management programme, many different groups and entities may participate or contribute, for example:
• the official agencies in charge of protecting the national cultural heritage (on land and under water);
• the official agencies in charge of protecting the environment and natural resources;
• the official agencies responsible for safe navigation;
• universities and research institutions;
• groups and stakeholders that identify with
underwater cultural heritage;
• groups and stakeholders that are likely to profit
from the proper management of the underwater
cultural heritage; and
• groups and stakeholders that are likely to affect
underwater cultural heritage and its management through their regular activities.
© Landesamt für Denkmalpflege im Regierungspräsidium Stuttgart. The site management plan of these shallow prehistoric sites on the shores of lake
Konstanz, Germany includes the regular monitoring of the protective cover of gravel. Where necessary the gravel is redistributed with a gardening rake.
Conservation and site management