Full Title: Walking in the footprints of giants: dinosaur tracks and trackways in Albian series of the San Antonio region
Sponsored by: Paleontological Society
Endorsed by: GSA’s Geochronology Division
Led by: Thomas Adams, Dianna Price, Alexis Godet, Daniel Lehrmann, Asmara Lehrmann
Date: 17-18 Oct. 2025
Time: 8 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
CEUs: 1.6
Dinosaurs are some of the best ambassadors for geoscience to the public, yet their iconic footprints in the rock record of Central Texas are at risk to disappear because of urbanization and climate change that augment weathering, and intense flooding events. Our 2-day long field trip will include several famous sites of tracks and trackways in the stratigraphy of central Texas, at Canyon Lake Gorge, the Heritage Museum of the Texas Hill Country, the Mayan Dude Ranch, and the Davenport Ranch. Cost includes transportation (full size SUVs), all meals and snacks, entrance fees, and one night at the Mayan Dude Ranch (double occupancy). The Paleontological Society will sponsor two students to attend this trip.
This field trip begins and ends in San Antonio, Texas. Participants should be prepared for warm temperatures and direct sun. Central Texas heat can be intense, even in fall so sun protection, hats, and hydration are essential. Hiking is moderate and limited to one primary location each day (up to ~2 miles round-trip), with other stops involving short walks from vehicles to outcrops or museum buildings. Please wear sturdy walking or hiking shoes and comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing. A refillable water bottle is strongly suggested. Water, snacks, and meals will be provided throughout the trip. Overnight lodging will be in shared cabins at the Mayan Dude Ranch, which offers restrooms and showers. Bathroom facilities will be available at most stops, though some tracksites may have limited access. Transportation will be provided in SUVs.
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For additional information, please contact Rebecca Taormina, rtaormina@geosociety.org, GSA Field Trip and Short Program Coordinator.
Product Code: FT25CN424
Product Category: FTRIP