Learn to dig dinosaurs with us!

Duration

Orientation on Thursday afternoon and three full days (Friday to Sunday) of programming.

Rates

Fees include programming, transportation to and from the field, cold breakfast, sack lunch, and snacks. Transportation to and from Glenrock, Wyoming, lodging, and dinners are not included.

About

The Triceratops Gulch Project is not just an expedition; it's a chance to immerse yourself in the gritty and thrilling world of paleontology. In collaboration with the Morrison Natural History Museum and the Glenrock Paleontological Museum, we're offering a unique hands-on fossil expedition that transforms you from a bystander into an active participant. Our program is more than just a field school; we believe in project-based learning, providing practical knowledge and tutelage on current research projects.

Is this dig right for me?

Fieldwork is a rigorous endeavor that requires physical and mental stamina. It is a “different kind of tired” as physical limits are pushed and mental capacity is reached. Those considering enrolling in this program should be able to endure long days in challenging outdoor conditions. While leaders do their best to accommodate the nature of each group, they cannot logistically make each dig site accessible. Participants are expected to be able to hike with a daypack from the staging areas to the quarries. Due to the nature of the program, minors must be at least 14 years of age and accompanied by an enrolled participant parent or legal guardian. Young children risk both discouragement of a pursuit of science and their physical safety in these harsh conditions.