Fossildude19, JefferyP, fossilsofnj and I went to Granton Quarry in North Bergen NJ to collect in the Lockatong Fm for Triassic fish. We had a great time and we all found some interesting specimens to add to our collections While the others were hard at work I came across a rather interesting fla... Quarry recommendation in Kemmerer Wy.

Understanding the Context

- Fossil Hunting Trips - The ... My wife and I just returned from a trip out west (western USA for our international friends) which featured a trip to the famous Miocene site near Bakersfield; Ernst Quarry or Sharktooth Hill, whichever name you prefer. As most of you know this site it well known for the rich fauna of sharks teet... Ernst Quarry / Sharktooth Hill: A Cautionary Tale - The Fossil Forum To sum up, this two-days trip in the Kromer quarry was highly succesfull and rewarding, despite a slow start in the first day and the hot temperatures.

Key Insights

The trunk of the car was fully loaded by the end of the second day! I highly suggest to anyone visiting southern Germany to stop at this place, you won't be disappointed. If possible, how would I get permission to the Mulbring Quarry fossil site? Also, can I go by myself or do I have to go with a group? Here's a view of the Bois D'Arc Formation exposures at the quarry: I didn't even bring (or need) my brick hammer, although I brought a small rock pick to break down the larger pieces.

Final Thoughts

There were signs of life everywhere, almost every piece of rock contained some signs of life - brachiopods, crinoids, Huntonia tails, and other trilobite fragments. Recently, I spent 5 days at Lang’s quarry collecting fossils and hanging out with some friends. We broke large blocks in the quarry searching for Eurypterids and Pterygotids, of which we found many including a multi-plate. Are best find was a small incomplete Proscorpius, pictured below. After ta...