Photo courtesy of Colorado Canyons Association
Led by Julia McHugh, Ph.D., MWC Curator of Paleontology, and Rob Gay, CCA, in cooperation with the Colorado Canyons Association
Join a crew of expert paleontologists as we search for fossils in the previously unexplored depths of the Colorado River’s Ruby and Horsethief Canyons in McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area. Crews will spend two days hiking side canyons looking for fossils and learning about the geological and paleontological history of the region. Participants will enjoy a night at the Colorado Canyons Association’s Catalpa Camp with expertly prepared meals featuring local ingredients and wine. Hiking and some light paddling.
$450/Museum or CCA member; $500/Non-member
$150/deposit
Includes a fully outfitted trip and geology and paleontology tour with meals, shuttle, and camping equipment (if desired)
Please download and return our 2019 Trip registration-medical form.
Register by June 24