Finding Fossils Resources

As promised, here is the start of a list of resources and how to use them and what they can do for you in your search for fossils. The first resource is this database, though some what out dated, it's a great start, Click Here This resource is for the USA, Canada & Mexico. Google Maps is the main mapping tool I use and it has some good features that I will show you as well that can be of great aid in your search for fossils, Click Here. Eventually you will want/need Topo Maps and here is another great free resource, Click Here. Once there, click Maps, Imagery and Publications in the upper left corner. Then click the link, Download free topo maps. These are the 3 main online resources I use and can be of great benefit. The first resource,Fossilsites.com is a vast collection from many sources, some old, but reliable. One thing to remember, in the Notes Section, place/location names may be outdated and a little sleuthing to try to pinpoint the location may be needed. Here is a set to add to Google Earth, some very nice overlays. Click Here Remember, these are for Google Earth, which you will need to download, not Google Maps. Using Google Earth or Google Maps can help you find out crops, abandoned or working quarries to aid in your search. Finding creeks and rivers too is much easier. Google maps/Earth are pretty up to date and can give you a good look at what to expect in an area if it has the Street View option. Not every location has this option but when it does it can show foliage, obstacles, good vehicle parking places, steepness, etc etc.