Agate Fossil Beds National Monument in Nebraska will celebrate the 10th anniversary of National Fossil Day on Saturday, October 12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
During the day, interpretive walks along monument trails will be offered starting at 10 a.m. At 12:30 p.m., paleontologist Dr. Robert Hunt, professor emeritus at the University of Nebraska, will offer a talk highlighting the ancient beardog of Agate Fossil Beds. After the talk, he will be available to sign copies of his new book, The Carnivores of Agate Fossil Beds National Monument. At 1:30 p.m. Dr. Hunt will lead a walk along the Fossil Hills Trail, with a stop at the Beardog Hill.
National Fossil Day was established in the United States to promote public awareness and stewardship of fossils, as well as to foster a greater appreciation of their scientific and educational values. The first celebration took place in October 2010 during the annual Earth Science Week.
At 10 a.m., park Ranger Dan Kaiser will lead an interpretive walk from the visitor center out along the Daemonelix Trail, where visitors can learn about the famed Devil’s Corkscrew. The trail is 1-mile round trip.
Throughout the day, kid-friendly activities—including the Junior Paleontologist program--will be available.
For all activities, meet at the visitor center. All programs are free of charge. Snacks and hot cocoa will be served.
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Hello Dan,
Please gine me a call at 307-575-2215 or [email protected].
--John from Ft. Laramie.