What Should I Bring?

Must haves:

Large 6"+ straight bladed knife - Primary method to extract fossils.

Heavy duty aluminum foil. Primary method of protecting smaller fossils.

Plaster wraps or burlap and plaster- Primary method of protecting larger fossils like skulls and turtles.

Container or bag - Place to store fossils while collecting in the field

Backpack - Needed to carry water and supplies

Water - Do no go without adequate water, it gets hot quick.

Nice to haves:

Rock hammer - Not often used due to impact force but nice to have if needed

Glues and sealers - Harden specimens in the field to further protect them on the journey home.

Cleats or crampons - Assist with walking around on the crumbly ground and on inclines

Rain coat and pants - We collect in the regular rain

Sharpie - Label your finds and jackets

Snacks - We do not provide any type of food or snacks. Guest are encouraged to bring their own if they choose