moderate
2–6 hours
Participants should have basic physical stamina for standing, bending, and light digging over several hours.
In Stone Fossils LLC in Kemmerer, Wyoming provides hands-on fossil digging experiences that bring the prehistoric past to life. From nighttime digs under the stars to full-day adventures in the iconic Green River Formation, these trips are a rare chance to touch ancient history.
Protect your hands when digging and handling fossil-bearing rock layers to prevent cuts and abrasions.
Nighttime experiences require reliable hands-free lighting to safely navigate and work in low-light conditions.
Wyoming’s dry climate means you should carry water even for shorter sessions to avoid dehydration.
Weather can shift quickly; layering allows you to adjust for cooler nights or warmer days during digs.
Kemmerer is near the Green River Formation, one of the world's richest fossil sites from the Eocene epoch, dating back over 50 million years.
In Stone Fossils LLC practices sustainable fossil collecting protocols to protect Wyoming’s natural heritage for future generations.
Protect hands while prying fossils from rock.
Hands-free lighting for nighttime fossil digs.
Staying hydrated in the dry Wyoming air is essential.
summer|null specific
Adjust to temperature swings from warm days to cold nights.
all specific