Fossil Field Trip

Netarts Spit and Bay, from Anderson's Overlook.\ Photo by Kirt Edblom.

Avocational paleontologist Guy DiTorrice (aka "Oregon Fossil Guy") presents Geology of Netarts Bay: Fossil Forensics 101. The event takes place Saturday, Oct. 14, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.  A multi-media presentation will provide an entertaining overview of the wide variety of 10-20 million-year-old fossils found in the gravel and cobble piles below sea cliffs and on sandy beaches along Oregon’s rugged coastline. Then participants will travel to Cape Lookout State Park to do some fossil investigations themselves.

DiTorrice presents beach fossil talks for Oregon State Parks, schools, libraries, gem and mineral shows, retirement communities, museums, service groups and rock clubs. He conducts fossil tours on Oregon’s public beaches for individuals, schools, families, clubs, homeschoolers and visitors interested in searching, photographing and/or collecting Oregon fossils.

This event is also part of the Explore Nature series of hikes, walks, paddles and outdoor adventures. Explore Nature events are hosted by a consortium of volunteer community and non-profit organizations, and are meaningful nature-based experiences highlight the unique beauty of Tillamook County and the work being done to preserve and conserve the area’s natural resources and natural resource-based economy. Learn more at www.explorenaturetillamookCoast.com.

There is no cost to attend this program. Tax-exempt donations to Netarts Bay WEBS (Watershed, Estuary, Bay, Shoreline) to enable programs like this are encouraged, but not required.

Registration is required.  To register, go here.  Details concerning meeting place and other information will be provided upon registering.

Be prepared for dynamic coastal weather on the Oregon coast and wear sturdy closed toe shoes or boots (no flip flops, and expect your feet to get muddy).

For more information, contact smith_chrissy22@yahoo.com or call 541-231-8041.