Paleo Zone

Activities for Young Paleontologists

The PaleoZone is the Western Interior Paleontological Society's outreach program to teach children and teens about fossils.

Open to members of WIPS who have a family membership

For kids elementary school age (7 and above) and older

Fun activities for children to learn about fossils and ancient life

Field trips to discover fossils

Usually meets the third Sunday of the month at the Martin Lockley Discovery Center at Dinosaur Ridge

Online meetings are also sometimes held

Is your child or grandchild interested in fossils and prehistoric life?

For more information about the PaleoZone, contact Dennis Gertenbach, at email Dennis or 303-709-8218.

2025 Meetings & Activities

PaleoZone families are notified by email of future activities and meeting times. Meetings are usually held on the third Sunday of the month.

Upcoming meetings and activities:

Next meeting: Sunday, January 12, 2025 (the second Sunday this month)

For more information, please email the PaleoZone.