Be a part of an historical paleontological dinosaur dig in northwest Colorado. Experience working with a professional excavation team on one of the most productive dinosaur sites in the famous “Dinosaur Triangle” near Dinosaur National Monument. Discover what the Bible says about dinosaurs and the Great Flood as you engage the past in a real-life, hands-on adventure. Learn how to identify, collect, and interpret fossils from trained field experts, his family, and an experienced team of excavators from Creation Expeditions on a once-in-a-lifetime fossil dig! This four day adventure dig includes touring the Dinosaur National Monument and excavation of both a Stegosaur and a sauropod.
Our objective is to teach what the Bible says about dinosaurs and Noah's Flood. Moreover, we strive to provide opportunities for others to gain first-hand experience with teachers who will present a young earth creation account, to learn how to identify, collect, and interpret fossils from trained experts who use a creation model, and to be a part of a historic paleontological dig in northwest Colorado.
Note: In case of bad weather or flood water, all attendees will receive a rain check for the same trip ASAP after the weather or flood has passed. No refunds.
Join Us
Cost
- $600 per person
Price Includes
- All entry fees to museums, fossil hunting at Cowboy Canyon, closing dinner, and campfire.
Price Does Not Include
- All transportation, accommodations, and meals (unless specified).
Dates
- Please contact us for possible dates, or if would like to arrange a private, guided trip
Reservations
- Space is limited to 35 people
- Reserve by Phone: (352) 212-5378 or email us
- (50% deposit required for confirmation)
- If your reservation is canceled at least 45 days prior to the trip date, 50% of the trip cost will not be refunded. Without a doctor’s report or death in the family, 75% will be kept by Creation Expeditions for cancelations within the 45 days before the trip.
Weather
- Daytime highs are in the 80s and nights are usually in the high 40s. Most of the time it is a very dry climate. The elevation at the dig site is about 6,800 ft. Be prepared to become accustomed to the higher altitude. The weather can change very quickly; be prepared for cooler weather. It is possible to have nights with temperatures below freezing.
Location
- The northwest corner of Colorado. Moffat County, Colorado, is easily accessed from U.S. Highway 40 or Colorado Highway 13. The Skull Creek Basin area off Highway 40 is the location of the Skull Creek Dig Site; the towns of Rangely, Dinosaur, and Vernal, Utah, are some of the towns we will visit while in this area. Rangely, Colorado, is the main location for business and is where all the nearby motel accommodations are located. Rangely is a half-hour drive from the Dragon's Den site.
Airports
- Denver is a 5-hour drive to Rangely via Highway 40.
- Grand Junction, Colorado, is about a 2-hour drive. Both Denver and Grand Junction have car rentals.
Camping
- Massadona, Colorado, is located about 2 miles from the dig site. Massadona Tavern, Steak House, and RV Park (970-374-2324) has full hookups, but no showers. There are 3 new cabins for rent. This is the only business in this town. Again, the closest stores are in Rangley.
Accommodations
- Rangely, Colorado: 4 Queens Motel (970-675-5035), or The Guest (970-675-2257)
Equipment
- Rock hammer, 2 small 1" paint brushes, kneeling pad, water bottle for drinking, camping chair, hat, sunscreen, bug spray, skin lotion, sunglasses (must be worn when chipping rock), work gloves, boots or good hiking shoes (steep working areas), work clothes when on the dig site (plaster, mud, water, and many other things may get on your clothes). Be prepared to get dirty!
Stores
- Rangely has many types of stores, restaurants, and gas stations. No malls or Wal-Mart! You will have to drive one hour to Vernal, Utah, to find big stores.
