User:Abyssal/draft

A few sentences defining the subject.

Understand
A paragraph or so summarizing the prehistory of the state, assessing the general quality of the local fossil record, and very briefly mentioning the sorts of fossils found therein.

Stay safe
A brief summary of general fossil collecting safety hazards as well as more distinctly local threats.

Law and ethics
A general summary of US laws governing fossil collection and transport as well as local statutes.

See
Natural history museums, interpretive centers, fossil themed national parks, etc.

Events
Fossil shows, gem and mineral shows that a traveler might want to visit.

Clubs and associations
Clubs and associations often have field trips and the fossil-minded tourist may want to make arrangements to participate in.

Pay-to-dig services
There are services out there where you can pay for the privilege of collecting from certain fossil sites or participating in excavations.

Volunteer opportunities
Some institutions like natural history museums use volunteers.

Collect fossils independently
A list of places in the state where fossil can be found and what fossils can be found there. This would be the bulk of the article.

Other paleontological attractions
Things like dinosaur statues and prehistory-themed amusement park attractions.