The Alberta Palaeontological Society (APS) is a non-profit organization founded in 1986. Our main goal is to promote the science of palaeontology through study and education. The APS makes important contributions to the field by discovering new findings and responsibly collecting, curating, and displaying significant fossil specimens. We are passionate about educating the general public, sharing knowledge about palaeontological discoveries, and fostering an appreciation for the ancient past.
Moreover, the society is committed to preserving palaeontological materials for the benefit of future generations. To achieve our mission, the APS actively collaborates with professional and academic communities, working together to safeguard and enhance the understanding of Alberta's rich cultural heritage.
The Alberta Palaeontological Society is a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to spreading the wonders of palaeontology, ensuring that people of all ages can explore and appreciate the fascinating world of prehistoric life.
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Search for Microfossils this Winter, 2025
by Mona Trick
Aid the research of Dr. Jessica Theodor and Dr. Alex Dutchak of the University of Calgary by searching the matrix (soil) from the Cypress Hills Formation (Middle Eocene) of Saskatchewan to find tiny fossils. We will be using microscopes in room B140 at Mount Royal University. Join us from 1:00 until 3:30 pm. on the following Sundays:
- January 26, 2025
- February 2, 2025
- March 2, 2025
We are very grateful to Mount Royal University for allowing us to use their microscopes and lab.
Registration is not required, but if you let Mona Trick (cell: (587) 578-4579 or giftshop@albertapaleo.org) know that you are planning to attend, then she can inform you if we need to cancel this session. No experience is required. Due to the delicate nature of this work, only those 12 years and older are allowed to search for the microfossils. Bring tweezers or a small paint brush to pick the tiny fossils from the soil and a pen to label your finds. All of the fossils found will be used to aid their research.
For more information, see the events page.
Next Event
Fossil Sorting
Search for Microfossils this Winter, 2025
Sunday, January 26, 2025 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
by Mona Trick
Search for tiny fossils to aid the research of Dr. Jessica Theodor and Dr. Alex Dutchak of the University of Calgary. Join us as we use microscopes to search the matrix (soil) from the Cypress Hills Formation (Middle Eocene, about 50 million years old) of Saskatchewan to find teeth, scales, skull elements and other fossils from mammals, reptiles and amphibians. We will be using microscopes in room B140 in the Main Building of Mount Royal University from 1:00 until 3:30 pm. on the following Sundays:
- January 26, 2025
- February 2, 2025
- March 2, 2025
Registration is not required, but if you let Mona Trick (cell: (587) 578-4579 or giftshop@albertapaleo.org) know that you are planning to attend, then she can inform you if we need to cancel this session. No experience is required. Due to the delicate nature of this work, only those 12 years and older are allowed to participate. Bring tweezers (with pointed ends) or a small paint brush to pick the tiny fossils from the soil and a pen to label your finds. All of the fossils found will be turned over to Dr. Jessica Theodor and Dr. Alex Dutchak for their research. We want to thank Mount Royal University for allowing us to use their microscopes and lab.
Location
Mount Royal University Room B140
For more information, see our events page.
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