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Burgess Shale Geoscience Foundation

Burgess Shale

201 Kicking Horse Ave,  Field, 
British Columbia,  V0A 1G0

Phone250-343-6006
Fax250-343-6426
Toll-free800-343-3006
Website:http://www.burgess-shale.bc.ca
In 1909 Charles Walcott discovered one of the most important fossil locations in the world, the Burgess Shale, in Yoho National Park, providing an amazing window into what the world looked like half-a-billion years ago.

It is not possible to visit the fossil sites on your own! They are protected sites within the Rocky Mountain Parks World Heritage Site, and can only be visited with licensed guides.

New for Summer 2012: Geo-Walk: 1.5 hour presentation & 15 minute geo-walk. Participate in a journey of discovery & view the Burgess Shale fossil collection.

How to Get Here | Map | Price Information | Hours of Operation | Services

How to Get Here

Meet at the Parks Canada Visitor Reception Centre in Field, BC.

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Price Information

Geo-Walk

Pricing Based on*Rate
AllGeo-Walks take place Tuesday & Thursday- 10:00 AM & 2:30 PM rain/shine. Meet at the Parks Canada Visitor Reception Centre in FieldPer Tour15.00
FamilyGeo-Walks take place Tuesday & Thursday- 10:00 AM & 2:30 PM rain/shine. Meet at the Parks Canada Visitor Reception Centre in FieldPer Tour25.00

*NOTE:  Rates shown are in Canadian dollars and subject to applicable taxes.


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Visa, MasterCard, Cash, Personal Cheque, Travellers Cheques

Hours of Operation

Seasonal (effective   to  )
 SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
Open (AM) 10:00 AM10:00 AM10:00 AM10:00 AM10:00 AM10:00 AM10:00 AM
Close (PM) 4:00 PM4:00 PM4:00 PM4:00 PM4:00 PM4:00 PM4:00 PM
Please note:  Guided hikes & geo-walks take place on specific days at specific times. Please check our website for details before your trip.

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