Public ProgramsTHE DIG EXPERIENCE
Use real tools and techniques of palaeontology as a member of an excavation team working in a simulated quarry in the badlands. Uncover replicas of dinosaur bones and learn to read the stories fossils tell in this 90-minute program.
Contact Us
Toll free in North America (outside Alberta)
1-888-440-4240
Toll free in Alberta
310-0000 then (403) 823-7707
Outside North America
1-403-823-7707
Ages
Ages 10+
Dates and Times
Summer: June 28 – August 31 (daily), 11:00 a.m.
*This program is not included in the spring or fall schedule
Fees
Youth (10-17) $15.00
Adult (18+) $15.00
All applicable taxes are included in fees.
Additional Information
For the safety and comfort of our participants, sturdy outdoor footwear is required (running shoes, hiking boots or hiking sandals).
Due to the hiking trail’s uneven terrain, this program is not wheelchair accessible.
We recommend bringing water, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, and suitable clothing.
In case of rain, an indoor version of this program is delivered.
(Hike Information: 2 km return trip along uneven path, moderately challenging with a few hills).
A 10% discount is available for pre-registered, organized groups of 10 or more.
- Seven Wonders Of The Badlands
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Preparation Lab
Watch as fossils found right here in Alberta are prepared by our technicians for research and display.
- Fossil Casting
