There is a fossil dig site about an hour and a half away from our house. It is tucked back into a neighborhood and a little difficult to find, but a wonderful trip for young kids who like to play in the dirt and rocks (and what kid doesn't like to play in the dirt and rocks)?
We rented a bucket for $5 - the bucket contained two hammers, a chisel,and eye protection.
The kids were extremely excited to start digging in the rock piles. Nolan was so excited, he started trying to chip apart the flat dirt just behind the pavilion - he didn't quite understand that the fossils were in the rocks near the dry creek bed!
As soon as we got to the main area, Matt started hammering away. He was really in love with this place, and found a ton of fossils.
We stayed about 2 hours - we would have stayed longer, but it was over 90 degrees and the heat was miserable as it reflected off the rocks. The kids had an absolute blast, though, and we found a ton of fossilized shells and sea corals!
Fossilized coral
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We used to find fossils at recess, at my elementary school - fun!
And happy birthday to Dennis, of the many candles!
Julie
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