Groups begin with an educational tour of the Centre with a qualified guide, learning about Manitoba's prehistory. Then join the CFDC staff at a dig site searching and excavating 80 million year old fossils.
Group digs allow adult organizations to learn and experience the life of a paleontologist. The dig sites are a 20 minute drive from the CFDC into the scenic Manitoba Escarpment. Public Digs run from May-September. Bookings begin in January. Register no less than 1 week in advance.
Transportation must be provided by the organization to the CFDC and the dig site through a bus or van service. Individual vehicles are not allowed on dig site. Please note that travel time from Winnipeg (perimeter and Highway 3) is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.
TIME
The Public Dig Program runs from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. It is important for groups to be on time to prevent scheduling conflicts. (see itinerary below)
COST
10 - 19 people = $10.00 each
20 + people = $8.00 each
Optional Lunch = Provided by Rec Centre Catering (minimum number of people required)
Contact Linda Kirk 204-822-6619
Note: For all bookings contact CFDC @ 1-204-822-3406 or
email info@discoverfossils.com
| ITINERARY |
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10:00 am
10:00 – 11:00 am
11:00 – 11:30 am
11:30 am – 12:00 pm
12:00 – 12:15 pm
12:15 – 2:00 pm
2:00 – 2:30 pm |
Meet at the Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre
Tour of the CFDC, Collections Room & Laboratory
Break for Lunch
Drive to the Dig Site
Review and Discuss Field Techniques
Dig / Excavate
Drive back to Morden |
Note: Itinerary is subject to change and catered to suit individual groups.
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