Happy National Fossil Day You Relics!

[Floyd R. Turbo]

HOW TO OBSERVE ​NATIONAL FOSSIL DAY

1. Hug a paleontologist
Paleontologists are pretty incredible people. They go through lots of schooling and training to be able to study the fossils of all kinds of organisms. It’s because of them that we know a lot about the last few billion years of our planet’s history. Show your appreciation by giving them a hug, and asking them to tell you more!

2. Check out local events
Every year, the National Park Service partners with various organizations, universities, museums and more to celebrate National Fossil Day. Through field trips, classroom instruction and outdoor activities, they’re spreading awareness about this important holiday.

3. Visit Your Nearest National Park
Many national parks are passionate about introducing future generations to the science behind fossils and paleontology. These may include anything from scavenger hunts, to multi-day ranger-led activities. Visit your nearest national park and discover all there is to know about this fascinating science!

[Ptah]

1. The Coneheads thank you.

[Floyd R. Turbo]

4. Skullduggery!

[democratisphere]

5. Those extraterrestrial skulls are supposed to be kept secret.

Did Jared provide you with these classified photos?!

[Polly Hennessey]

2. Hug a paleontologist,

for sure, but only if he digs the Mesozoic period.

[democratisphere]

3. Amateur paleontologist here and feeling very fossiliferous today!

I will be available for hugs from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM EST at the Devonian rock outcrop over yonder! Happy Trilobite discoveries to all!

Thanks Floyd R. Turbo for the awareness!

[marylandblue]

6. My day had a rocky start, now I know why.