The "Fossils of Alabama" exhibit was in the Ellenburg Art Gallery at the Homewood Library during the month of July.  On Sunday, July 28, BPS hosted an open house for the community.  It was a big hit with kids of all ages, who h

After a morning spent collecting in the HOT gullies, we cooled off at lunch in a torrential downpour.  Luckily the weather cleared up in time for collecting in a nearby creek, which was delayed a bit while we had to find the ac

This trip is always popular in spite of the distance.  It's always well worth the drive, and again this year, a number of fossils in very good condition were found.

This month's "field trip" was to the garage of James Lamb, paleontologist at the University of West Alabama.  He presented a hands-on workshop on how to forge your own tools of the correct firmness, hardness, and resiliency.  A

The Birmingham Paleontological Society participated in the Fossil Road Show, presented yearly by the Mississippi Museum of Natural History in Jackson.  It was a very well attended event, and members spent the day telling visito

This trip we had quite a few friendly faces show up to enjoy the beautiful day, the scenery and of course help find fossils.

The annual Science Teacher Workshop was conducted by the University of West Alabama, and the Geological Survey of Alabama.  Volunteer assistance was provided by members of BPS.

Hot summer day, cold creek, shark teeth, an excellent combination!