World’s Largest Fossil Dig at Penn Dixie — the #1 fossil park in the U.S.
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sat, 08/25/2018
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Register today and be part of this exciting moment in history!
Things To Know:
The record attempt will take place at Penn Dixie Fossil Park & Nature Reserve in Hamburg, NY. Arrival, parking, and weather updates to follow via email updates to registered participants.
Schedule of Events:
- 9:00 am Check-in at Penn Dixie
- 11:00 am Guests travel to designated collecting zones
- 11:30 am Fossil collecting begins
- 12:00 pm Participants provide documentation of digging
- 12:30 pm Optional fossil collecting until 3 pm
FAQ:
Q: Do I need to be an experienced fossil collector?
A: Not at all. We’ll teach you the basics of fossil collecting so you can find real Penn Dixie fossils on August 25.
Q: Can I keep the fossils that I find?
A: Yes! The rules require that all participants submit fossils for verification by certified paleontologists. We will collect two fossils from each guest to submit for verification. After verification, the fossils can be picked up by dig participants. Unclaimed fossils will be used for educational purposes in the WNY community.
Q: Are children welcome?
A: Yes — we love kids! However, very young children may not qualify to be record holders if they cannot meet GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ guidelines for the record attempt. These guidelines include full participation in fossil collecting for 30 minutes as well as an understanding of the rules and procedures of the event. Guests who cannot meet these guidelines may attend for fun and may keep the fossils that they find.
Q: Will you have enough fossils for everyone?
A: Absolutely. Penn Dixie is a global geological treasure with an abundance of fossils from a shallow marine environment that existed 380 million years ago.
Q: May I bring food, drinks, folding chairs, a wagon, etc.?
A: Yes, all are welcome at Penn Dixie. Food trucks and bottled water will be available for sale during the event. We will have limited seating and shelter available, however, and encourage those with special needs to plan accordingly.
Q: Is the event accessible for those with mobility impairments?
A: Yes! We have many paved trails and flat areas for fossil collecting. We highly recommend a reach tool for those who cannot bend down.
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