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If you love dinosaurs, there are a few ways you can make sure that scientific research and expeditions continue to occur. The sad...

Paleontology and archaeology digs vary in length and accommodation options. Each scientist and researcher running excavations has their...

The United States is one of the places where it's easy to find fossils and you might be surprised to know that almost every state has dinosaurs. New Jersey was the very first state to identify and name a dinosaur—the Hadrosaurus—which was found in New Jersey in 1838. The state actually boasts six different species of dinosaur fossils. However, when we think of dinosaurs in the US, we mostly think of the western and southwestern United States. These areas of the United States

Every season on every archaeology and paleontology dig around the world, scientists, volunteers and students work hard to excavate,...

Many people make the mistake of thinking that archaeology and paleontology are the same thing. Both entail excavations and digging things...

One of the most enduring questions about dinosaurs is how do paleontologists know where to find fossils? Unlike the impression you get...

For the experience of a lifetime and a great vacation your kids will never forget, there are dinosaur digs and fossil hunting trips that are open to kids. If you are looking for a fossil dig or dinosaur dig that accepts children, here are a few ideas to get you started. Montana Learning Center Camp in Ekalaka, Montana 2023 Cost: $1,195 for a week Ages: Students entering 8th-12th grades When you are a paleontologist and it's “Bring your kid to work day.” That is what it’s lik

If you are considering participating in a fossil or archaeological excavation this year, you’re probably wondering exactly what the...

If you’ve never been on a fossil or archaeology dig, you may wonder if it’s like what you see in the movies and on television. The short...

Whether you live in Seattle or are just visiting, there are trips for every type of traveler and adventurer. The city certainly has...