Palmetto Fossil Excursions LLC
Palmetto Fossil Excursions LLC
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- Sunni·
We booked the Ace Package. We had two incredible days digging with Tara and Matt. SO. MUCH. FUN. They just love to dig. And they want their clients to have the best days possible. They do everything they can to make sure that you are getting the dig experience that you want and that exceeds your expectations. Matt is a mad-man who is full of energy and is always trying to run a machine or get you dirt from a different spot. Tara's eye's are unparralled and she misses no tooth fragment or piece of fossil. Day 1 was at the Lightening Site and we both walked away with gorgeous Megs for our collections. Day 2 was Sifting Islands and they could not have spoiled us more. We were sifting through every available type of dirt. We found, not one, but TWO cow shark's teeth that day. And great whites! EEEK! Anyway, we were giddy with our finds. Such an incredible experience and we are already wondering how we can get back up there.
- Allan Jackman·
My wife and I drove to the Lightening site and met Josh who explained the geology of the pit which we were to dig in. With over a decade of fossil hunting, Josh showed us where and how to dig to take the best advantage of clearing material to minimise damaging possible fossils hiding within. In the first half hour, a tooth was partly exposed and I carefully cleared the soil to reveal a 2 inch tooth. After a clean, the tooth was an Angustiden and in very good condition. A number of smaller teeth came to the party, including a very nice and good sized Snaggletooth in perfect condition. Within the next hour I then revealed the tip of a good sized tooth resting against a whale baleen bone. Careful excavation was required to avoid damaging the tooth and after 2 minutes, the tooth was exhumed from it's resting place after an unknown number of millions of years. The tooth was perfect, a Megalodon, 3 inches in length, perfect root and completely intact, good serrations and a beautiful pattern on the enamel. A magical moment. I highly recommend to anyone with a passion for fossils or a Megalodon enthusiast, to engage Palmetto Fossil Excursions as their ultimate choice. You won't be disappointed.
- Michael·
Drove all the way from Tampa Florida and did not disappoint! Was an awesome time! Found some great teeth and Josh was incredible! Definitely recommend! A must do for any fossil/shark tooth enthusiast!