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Middletown Kids’ Fossil Dig June 24

June 24, 2018 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Calling all amateur paleontologists!

Come dig up some Middletown history at Poricy Brook Fossil Beds on Sunday, June 24!

Expect to find marine fossils from the Cretaceous period, 65-72 million years ago. Meet at the Poricy Park Nature Center for a short orientation before travelling to the fossil beds. An experienced guide will provide you with a trowel and sifter, as well as help you identify your treasures.

Sunday, June 24 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Check-in at Poricy Park Nature center for a brief intro, then you drive down to the fossil beds.

Please wear rubber boots or old sneakers as your feet will get wet. Sandals, flip-flops, and other slip-on footwear are prohibited. Ages 5+, all children must be accompanied by and adult.

Anthropology – hands of an anthropologist revealing human skull from dirt

Contact:
7327615-2260 Email: [email protected]

Cost: Ages 5-12, $5.00 (Middletown resident) $6.00 13+, $8.00 (Middletown resident) $10.00 (non-resident)

Details

Date:
June 24, 2018
Time:
11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Venue

345 Oak Hill Road Middletown, NJ 07748
345 Oak Hill Road
Middletown, NJ 07748 United States
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