For the February Fossil Club meeting, we will be joined by paleontologist Don Lofgren, who will present ongoing research on Eocene–Oligocene mammals, combined with a historical overview of collections made since 1899. His talk will focus on specimens from the Pipestone Springs site, where more than 20 new mammal species have been named and where coprolites are numerous. Don will also bring along fossils for viewing, so don’t miss the opportunity to see these unique finds up close.
Please join us for this in-person presentation at the Natural History Society Building located at 6908 Belair Rd.
Don Lofgren received his PhD from UC Berkeley in 1990. He served as Director of the Raymond Alf Museum of Paleontology from 1991 to 2021. Dr. Lofgren has conducted extensive fieldwork in Tertiary strata throughout the western United States and specializes in the study of fossil mammals.
NHSM’s Fossil Club is a group of novice and more experienced collectors who meet to share knowledge and discuss fossil identification, fossil locations, and other fossil-related topics. Monthly meetings feature guest speakers both from within the club and from outside organizations. We also strive to schedule frequent collection trips to various locations.
Although you don’t need to be a member to attend a meeting, membership gives you access to additional experiences. An annual NHSM membership is $35 for individuals, $50 for families; Fossil Club membership is an additional $5 for individuals and $10 for families.
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