Field Trips and Other Excursions

If you’re interested in attending one of our field trips, contact us for further information. 

You must be a member with currently paid dues and follow the Code of Ethics to participate in field trips.

What to bring on a field trip?

• Water, Water, Water.
• It’s very important to stay hydrated, especially in hot weather.
• Something to pry rocks and fossils out of the ground.
  (A long screwdriver, a claw or rock hammer, a pry bar, or something like that.)
• Something to put your items in.
  (These could be plastic bags, boxes, a bucket, pill bottles…)
• Wear sturdy shoes.
  There could be lots of unsteady, sharp terrain where you’re looking!
• Safety Vest
  Bring a high visibility orange or yellow safety vest (these are required for trips along cutouts and road stops).
• Eye protection.
  The dust (and rock chips) can really fly. Better safe than sorry.
• Magnifying glass.
  Getting a good look at something helps in identification.
• Personal gear:
  Hat (to shade from the sun), suntan lotion, bug repellent.