Full Title: FT26CN419. IAGD: Tracks, Trails, and Traces: An Accessible Introduction to Dinosaur Ridge and the Paleontological History of Denver.
Price: Free but attendees must register through this link. Do not add to the cart on this page.
Leader(s): Ian Castro, Taormina Lepore, Nancy Riggs, Christopher Atchison
Endorser(s): International Association for Geoscience Diversity (IAGD)
CEUs: 0.95
Date(s): Thu., 15 Oct. 2026
Departing Location: Colorado Convention Center, Denver, Colorado, USA
Start Time: 8 a.m.
End Time: 5:30 p.m.
Description: This accessibility-designed field trip will focus on the geological and paleontological history of the greater Denver area. The trip will begin at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, where participants will review the geologic history of the region and gain insights into the ancient life present during the formation of the Front Range.
The trip will then continue to Dinosaur Ridge National Natural Landmark, a field setting that includes Jurassic and Cretaceous sediments, landforms, and extensive dinosaur trackways. Participants will observe stratigraphy and related structures, as well as evidence of body and trace fossils and other geologic features along accessible trails. The group will engage collaboratively, sharing multiple perspectives within an inclusive, universally designed learning environment.
This trip is sponsored by the International Association for Geoscience Diversity (theIAGD.org) and is offered at no cost to participants. All field trip locations are wheelchair accessible, and additional accommodations, such as ASL interpreters, will be provided upon request.
Considerations: This field trip is sponsored and organized by the International Association for Geoscience Diversity and is designed to be fully accessible, with priority given to students and professionals with disabilities. Transportation will be provided using wheelchair-accessible vehicles, and all field sites will include accessible paths suitable for wheelchair and assistive-device users. Additional accommodations, such as ASL interpreters, will be provided upon request.
Registration includes ground transportation, entry fees, lunch, snacks, and water. Attendees must register through this link. Do not add to the cart on this page.
By purchasing this item, you are buying a seat for an in-person geological field trip. This field trip is in conjunction with GSA Connects 2026. Learn more here.
For member type discounts please contact fieldtrip@geosociety.org.
Field Trips offer Continuing Education Units (CEUs). One CEU equals 10 hours of participation in an organized continuing education experience under responsible sponsorship, capable direction, and qualified instruction.
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For additional information, please contact fieldtrip@geosociety.org.
Product Code: FT26CN419
Product Category: FTRIP
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