Discover Dayton’s geologic past through hands-on specimens. Learn how ancient oceans and glaciers shaped the land, study the three rock types, and discover how the bedrock and glacial geology connect with the ecology of the land. This program begins at the Nature Center and ends at the Stillwater River where fossil collecting is encouraged.
(Collecting fossils at the Stillwater River is weather-dependent.)

Objectives: To learn basic geology concepts, discover the geology of southwestern Ohio and collect fossils representative of the Dayton area.

Grades: 3-12
Field Trip Length: 2 hours

This program is offered September through May, Tuesdays through Fridays. It takes place at the Nature Center.

Minimum cost of $75.00 per program.

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