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:

• 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