ESCONI Mazon Creek fossil collecting trip in Braceville.

Collecting Mazon Creek Fossils on private property.

Meet at 8:00 A.M. Saturday at the BP Amoco in Coal City. No Age Limit.  Hard Hats not required.

Take I-55 to Exit 236 (Coal City).  Take a right onto Highway 113 (Division Street).  Go west to Broadway Street and Division in Coal City.

Boots are recommended.  An Estwing rock hammer is the best tool.  A small shovel or pick is helpful.  Knee pads, backpacks, fanny packs, extra clothes (you will get wet and muddy) are also a plus.  Bring a bucket for the fossils. Also bring insect repellant.

Check the web site for details or contact John Good at 1-630-483-2363 for reservations or e-mail at esconi@hotmail.com.  Or, on the day of the trip, contact John Good at 630-303-2352.