If you are dreaming up a classic Montana road trip, the route between Yellowstone National Park and Glacier National Park deserves serious consideration. One of the most scenic and surprisingly efficient ways to connect the two is by traveling US Highway 89, with a day-trip fossil dig expedition with the Montana Dinosaur Center. This north–south… Continue reading Planning the Ultimate Montana Road Trip: Yellowstone to Glacier via Choteau
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Staff Picks: What We’re Reading this Summer – Sci-Fi & Fantasy
“When we’re not digging up ancient creatures, we’re exploring new worlds.”
From the witty absurdity of Discworld to the gritty realism of The Expanse, the staff at the Montana Dinosaur Center are just as passionate about great stories as they are about great fossils. In this post, we’re sharing our favorite science fiction and fantasy reads—organized by staff member. Whether you love space operas, clever satire, or mind-bending questions about the future, there’s a book (or ten) here for you. Grab your reading list and dig in.
What is a Paleontologist?
What is a Paleontologist? Exploring the Role of These Ancient Detectives Paleontology, the scientific study of life that existed millions of years ago, offers us a glimpse into Earth’s ancient past. The individuals at the forefront of this fascinating field are known as paleontologists. But what is a paleontologist, and what exactly do they do?… Continue reading What is a Paleontologist?
Montana Dinosaur Center Receives $9,400 for Fossil Preservation!
Hey there, fellow dinosaur enthusiasts! We’ve got some fantastic news to share with you. The Montana Dinosaur Center has recently received a $9,400 grant from the Foundation for Montana History. This generous funding will help us in two significant ways: retaining staff and purchasing materials for building custom support jackets for our precious dinosaur fossils.… Continue reading Montana Dinosaur Center Receives $9,400 for Fossil Preservation!
The Excitement of a Montana Dinosaur Dig
Are you a fan of dinosaurs? If so, you won’t want to miss the opportunity to participate in a Montana dinosaur dig! Montana is a prime location for fossil hunting, and offers a unique and exciting experience for anyone interested in paleontology. You’ll have the chance to excavate real dinosaur bones, explore the beautiful outdoors, and learn from expert guides. Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity – book your Montana dinosaur dig today!
Montana Dinosaur Center Receives Grants
Bynum Montana, September 29, 2022 — The Montana Dinosaur Center has been awarded two grants this summer to help make their fossil collection more accessible to researchers and the public. The Association of Registrars and Collections Specialists (ARCS) awarded an Internship Stipend Grant to Maya Krygiel, intern staff at the Montana Dinosaur Center, to digitize… Continue reading Montana Dinosaur Center Receives Grants
Podcast Episode 4, Story Time With Dave: Cracking Open the Story of Egg Mountain
In today’s episode we wrap up the “Story Time with Dave” 2018 sessions. Montana Dinosaur Center Founder Dave Trexler and now-President Stacia Coverdell talk about the origins of the “Egg Mountain” name, Fran Tannenbaum’s discovery of the first intact fossilized eggs in North America, and the issues that Egg Mountain brought to modern paleontology in northcentral Montana.
Podcast Episode 3, Story Time With Dave: Jack Horner, Infamy, and Starting a Museum
In this episode, Dave talks about meeting Jack Horner, realizing the discovery and significance of the baby bones, and why clear ownership matters in science.
Podcast Episode 2, Story Time With Dave: Jack Horner and the Baby Bones
In this episode, Dave talks about meeting Jack Horner, realizing the discovery and significance of the baby bones, and why clear ownership matters in science.
Podcast Episode 1, Story Time With Dave: Dave & Family Get Into Dinos Show Notes
In our inaugural episode, Dave talks about growing up in rural Montana, his and his mom’s interest in dinosaur fossil hunting, and how she discovered the skeleton of the first baby dinosaur.