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  Dec 31 2010, 09:34 AM
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I've always had a fascination with the marine and plant fossils of the Green River Formation and Fossil Lake.
I know that it's virtually impossible to freely prospect or collect in the area (claims, quarries, etc, etc) so I've never considered a collection trip there.... until recently. I like to attend the rock/mineral/gem/fossil shows and always look forward to the Fossil Lake/Green River Formation displays (and have purchased specimens). One of the better vendors I had the pleasure of meeting (I forget which show) was Robert Bowen who owns Wyoming Fossils. He offers a pay-to-dig service (and other services) at his quarry and was curious if anyone has visited it. It's closed through the winter (seasonal) as the website states but if I can afford to.... I'd like to hit it sometime in the future if it's worthwhile. $120 for 8hrs sounds kinda steep but I really don't think it's too bad considering the likelihood of leaving with treasure.... provided you still have a good back and are motivated.  Here's a link to their website, I'd really like to hear from anyone who's been there (or similar) if possible: Wyomingfossils.com thanks! -------------------- /l ,[____], l---L-OlllllllO- ()_) ()_)--o-)_) BLACK SANDS MATTER! Very Happy CP Lifetime Member CP CORE TEAM Referral Code CE213 |
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Jan 2 2011, 06:08 AM
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Hmmm. There used to be a few places in Colorado and Utah as well as Wyoming where you could "prospect" for fossils in the Green River and Wasatch formations.
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