Scenic Copenhagen, Louisiana
Fall Fossil Dig, October 18, 2003

Cloudy skies did not dampen the spirits of the 40-plus Delta students who turned out to make the 40 mile trek south to Copenhagen to dig for 38 million year old fossils.  Students, teachers, and interested individuals gathered in the Delta parking lot at 9AM for instructions and document signing.  A final rendezvous at the local U-Roll-It in Columbia and the caravan was off for digging.

Conditions at the sight were marginal because of a lack of rainfall.  The stream bed was rather dry with no running water.  A few pools provided means to wash off some finds.  As usual, shark teeth were the order of the day.  Several students were able to find some shark teeth along with a few barracuda and ray teeth.

Overall, everyone had a great time - even those who underestimated the ruggedness of the trip.  Can't wait until the spring dig!  Below are photos of our excursion.

One of the many examples of wildlife and plant life found at copenhagen.

"Strike the Pose"
A common stance with Copenhagen fossil diggers

"Houston, We Have A Problem!"