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Dinosaur Provincial Park Fossil Prospecting Alberta Alaska
June 29, 2018 @ 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Experience the excitement of fossil prospecting while hiking through the park’s spectacular terrain in search of dinosaur bones and other fossil remains. Prospect for fossils just like the professionals, learning where to look and what to look for as you explore the breath-taking Alberta badlands. Each excursion is guided by an experienced park staff and explores a different area of the park. Although you will discover fossils, no digging is involved and all material will be left in the park. Please visit our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual schedule (dates and times) and to book your seats ahead of your visit.
- Lunch is provided during this 6.5 hour program.
- This program is rated as “difficult” with hiking approx. 5-8 kilometers over rough terrain.
- The Fossil Prospecting Program is not wheelchair accessible.
- This program is available for those 14 years and older. Participants 14-17 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult.
- There is a maximum capacity of 8 participants per day on this program.
- For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent. Sturdy hiking boots are required. Breathable long pants and long sleeved shirt are recommended.
- The program starts at the Visitor Centre. Participants then travel by park vehicle into various backcountry locations to begin the hike.
- Pick up your tickets at the Information Desk in the Visitor Centre about 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.
- During the fall the Visitor Centre may not be open before your start time on this program so you can meet the park guide outside the front of the Visitor Centre about 10 minutes before departure.
- All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
- Parking is at the concession parking lot, just down from the Visitor Centre (2 minute walk).
- No smoking is allowed on tours, including on and off the park bus.
- No dogs or other pets allowed on tour programs.
Registration: Book online or phone 403-378-4344