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HOT SPRINGS, SOUTH DAKOTA

Discovery of Mammoths-Wooly/Columbian: Preservation and Excavation

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ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate
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Love to learn in a small-group setting? This collection of programs has at most 10-24 participants.
See our Small Group programs.
EasyFor people looking to exercise their minds more than their bodies. There’s minimal walking and not too many stairs.
ModerateThese programs get you on your feet and include activities such as walking up to a mile in a day through a city and standing in a museum for a few hours.
ActiveFor people who enjoy walking as much as two miles a day, perhaps to explore historic neighborhoods or a nature trail.
Moderately ChallengingFor hardy explorers who enjoy a good physical challenge, spending most of their days on the go.
ChallengingGet ready to keep up with our highest-energy group. These demanding — and rewarding — programs are for seasoned outdoor enthusiasts.
Experience a true window to the past as you discover some of the most well-preserved and undisturbed mammoth fossils the world has ever known at the renowned Mammoth Site. According to Dr. Larry Agenbroad, "The Mammoth Site is truly a gift from nature, our inheritance held in trust for over 26,000 years." Scientists estimate that more than 100 mammoths have accumulated in this small area, and now you can study them for yourself!


Highlights

• Learn how to excavate, record and preserve fossil material with the help of expert bonebed and laboratory curators, geologists and paleontologists.
• Travel back in time as you explore the world-renowned Mammoth Site, the world’s largest mammoth research facility.
• Experience the hands-on thrill of working on an active paleontological dig site and help further the facility’s research efforts.

Activity Notes

Must be able to carry sediment from the bonebed 10-50 feet. Stand, sit or kneel while working; empty your bucket more often if you can’t lift 20 pounds at one time.

Coordinated by South Dakota and Regional Traveling Studies.


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5 nights of accommodations
14 meals: 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners
4 Expert-led lectures
2 Field trips
9 Hands-on experiences

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