RMDRC NEWS:
Dinoriffic Holidays Coming
We had a very special treat when famous SCI-FI author
Alan Dean Foster visited the RMDRC on Monday, October 24th. Alan Dean has
written over 100 novels including Aliens, Star Wars, and the Flinx and Pip
series. Many people were on hand to hear his fantastic travels and
inspiration to write. As a bonus, he signed books for all of his fans! Many
thanks to Alan Dean foster from the RMDRC and SCI-FI enthusiasts.
Members of the RMDRC attended the recent The Society of
Vertebrate Paleontology conference in Phoenix recently. If you are a
dinosaur buff, this is where all the gurus from the paleontological
community gather to discuss topics from evolution to the latest discoveries.
We welcome a new employee, Julie Brindley who comes
from the educational field. Julie will be heading up our school programs and
memberhips. We are lucky to have her experience and energy!
There are a number of events for the holidays at the
RMDRC. Bring in your family and friends and share the festivities with us!
Have a Happy Thanksgiving.
Regards,
Dave Ehlert, RMDRC Director
dave@rmdrc.com
Alan Dean Foster speaking with a fan
Books were on hand for signing!
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CURATOR CORNER:
News from the Lab:
We are pleased to have the
first phase of molding the original bones on the Polycotylus (short-necked
plesiosaur) complete. Now, we have begun the cast restoration of deformed
vertebrate and other elements. We anticipate this exciting specimen to be
molded, cast, and assembled early in 2006. In addition, the original skull
elements of the new “Texas Tylosaur,” a.k.a. “Sophie,” are almost finished
being molded. Also, we have many of our cast specimens being assembled for
other various museums.
Once a year, we join our fellow paleontologists at the
Society of Vertebrate Paleontology conference to discuss new and current
specimen, preparation techniques, and other scientific endeavors. October
19-22, 2005, we traveled to Mesa, Arizona to attend this enlightening
conference. Our laboratory and museum have proven to be among the best
paleontologic resources available worldwide.
Cheers,
Nikki Hemmesch, Curator
nikki@rmdrc.com
"DINO CLUB"
MEMBERSHIP
BENEFITS:
Are you a frequent visitor at the Dinosaur Resource Center? Become a Member
at the RMDRC! There are some great benefits of becoming a member, so join
today!
*Free admission to the museum for a full year
*10% off in our gift shop Prehistoric Paradise
members get an extra 10% off from Thanksgiving to Christmas!
*Be the first to know about special events taking place at RMDRC
*Exclusive invitations to the unveiling of new
exhibits
*Newsletters for the adults and children in your household
“Adopt-a-Dino” each year with your annual
membership Choose from a selection of our prehistoric animals and receive a
special “adoption certificate” and booklet with information about your
selection. As you renew each year, you build your prehistoric inventory!
A membership is a great holiday gift for the dinosaur lovers in your life!
To signup, come to the front desk and ask for a membership form or download
the Membership form (MS Word)
(Adobe PDF) and bring it
into the museum.
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BOOK YOUR SCHOOL
TOUR:
We are currently booking school tours at the Rocky
Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center!
At only $5 a
student, we offer an exciting and educational program for all age levels
that includes a Guided Tour and Pre Activity Guide
The
Guided Tour includes a chance to explore the fabulous dinosaur exhibits,
learn what a paleontologist does, discover how fossils are formed and
preserved, identify what makes a dinosaur a dinosaur, learn where fossils
are found, see what lived in the ocean 66 million years ago and see how
fossils are prepared in our paleo lab. The Guided
Tour lasts
approximately 1 1/2 hours.
Pre Activity Guides include dinosaur and museum
background information, student activities, and a scavenger hunt to be used
after the tour.
Call OR email Julie at 686-1820 X111
julie@rmdrc.com to schedule your date
TODAY!
DINOSAUR NEWS:
From around the world,
here is the latest collection of recent finds and studies:
In the article entitled "Microfossils
Show Promise In Prospecting Climate History" scientists look back to
forecast ahead:
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2005/10/051031123345.htm
From the BBC "Bird-like dinosaur
forces rethink"
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/4337888.stm
Looking for a living fossil? Look no further
than the Coelacanth!
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/fish/anatomy.html
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UPCOMING EXHIBITS &
EVENTS:
November 19-20 Bone Bonanza
Learn how to make a dinosaur from your holiday bird!! Lots of touch bones.
Learn how bones turn to fossils.Regular museum hours and admission.
November 25-27
Bring in your friends and family to visit RMDRC over the Thanksgiving
Holiday! Guided tours each day. Call for times. Regular museum hours
and admission.
December 2 6:30 pm
Lighter Side of Christmas Parade in Downtown Woodland Park. Come see
RMDRC “Celebrate 50 Years of Disney” at this annual holiday event.
December 11 2 pm to
4 pm
Get your picture taken with Santa and the Dinos!! 1 FREE picture per
family with paid admission.
NEW EXHIBIT -
"Dinosaur Measure":
Dinosaurs were big and small. Our new exhibit,
coming late November, will show children how they measure-up to
different dinosaurs.
NEW EXHIBIT - "How
far Can you Jump?":
Due to install mid-November, this is exciting
new exhibit. Did you ever wonder how your stride measures up to a
dinosaurs? Well now you can! Take a step into the past and see how you
measure up to a duckbill dinosaur or to the massive T. rex. based on
trackway evidence.
We are committed to bringing our visitors the latest information through
educational programs and exhibits. Enjoy a new experience with each
visit!
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PREHISTORIC PARADISE STORE:
Attention shoppers! Looking for the perfect gift - we have it!! Come and
visit the Prehistoric Paradise store for the latest books, toys, and all
things DINOSAUR.
As a special thank you to our members; From November
25th through December 24th, members receive an additional 10% off - for a
whopping 20% off all store purchases.
Prehistoric Paradise carries all sizes of dino-wear
and skulls for the dino hunter in all of us!
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EDUCATIONALLY SPEAKING:
We
have some exciting new programs to offer visitors. Our outreach program
is up and running. This is a great way to enhance a school visit to
RMDRC. The students get a presentation including hands-on activities to
prepare them for their visit. Packets for the teachers include the
material presented and several lesson plans that are correlated to the
Colorado Model Content Standards. If you want to make this the best
education experience for your students, check out the Outreach Program.
For more information, call Julie at 686-1820 x111 for
more details.
Regards,
Valerie Nakamura, Education Director
val@rmdrc.com
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