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John Day Fossil Beds National Monument
Materials For Loan

HORSE FOSSIL STUDY KIT Includes horse fossil replicas, videos, background information and ODOE curriculum-based, hands-on activities for students grade 9 through undergraduate level. (Kit use fee of $10.) Click here for PDF of activities to be used with the Horse Fossil Study Kit.

FOSSIL KIT Contains over 20 real fossils spanning geologic time, videos, slide programs and activities targeted for students grades 3 to 9. (Kit use fee of $10.)

VIDEOTAPE Five short films on one VCR tape addressing the formation of the fossil beds, ongoing scientific work at the monument, and the evolution of horses.

To reserve a kit or film contact the Education Program Manager 541-987-2333 ex 215 or email, michelle_ordway@nps.gov

Image of fossilized alder leaves  

Did You Know?
The fossil leaves found at the Painted Hills represent an assemblage of broad-leaf deciduous trees that were growing on the edge of lakes and streams.

Last Updated: November 13, 2008 at 08:45 EST