Directory of Fossil Collecting Resources

Collecting fossils is an enjoyable hobby for many enthusiasts. This category is for any website dealing with recreational fossil collecting.

Subcategories

Collecting Fossils

http://www.collectingfossils.org/
Basic information on fossil collecting. Includes links to related sites and a calendar for fossil shows in the US.
Discovering Fossils

http://www.discoveringfossils.co.uk/
Locations and resources for collectors. Includes a beginner's guide.
Fossil Web

http://idfossil.com/
A meeting place for professional and amateur paleontologists. Hundreds of color pictures of fossils for identification. Submit your own fossils for identification. Posting with Pinterest.
Fossils Galore

http://www.fossilsgalore.com/
Jamie Jordan is a young enthusiast who has been collecting fossils since he was four years old. Besides photographs of his collection, there is much information here and a link to the Fossil Forum which he has set up.
Robin is Fossilised

http://www.robinisfossilised.co.uk/
Robin is 9 and displays his fossils, pottery and other finds.
The Fossil Forum

http://www.thefossilforum.com/
Forum with galleries, location map and a chat room. Boards include general, fossil discussion, locations, geology and the media.
US Fossil Sites

http://www.texaspaleo.com/usmaps/paleosites.html
Find fossil localities, museums and clubs organized by state via Google Maps.
Xfossils.com. Uncover the Mysteries of Deep Time

http://www.xfossils.com/
Promotes collaboration between amateur and professional paleontologists. Multiple forums and places to post pictures.

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