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Allosaurus a Cannibal? New Research from the Mygatt-Moore Quarry!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9esPg0Exn4
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Allosaurus a Cannibal? New Research from the Mygatt-Moore Quarry!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9esPg0Exn4
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Dinosaur Journey is a part of the Museums of Western Colorado. Dinosaur Journey Curator of Paleontology Dr. Julia McHugh talks about the findings from fossils collected at Mygatt-Moore Quarry and the research conducted by herself, Dr. Stephanie Drumheller (UT Knoxville), Miriam Kane (Colorado Mesa University), Anja Riedel (Colorado Mesa University), and Domenic D'Amore (Daemon College). Their open access research article is available at this link: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371%2Fjournal.pone.0233115

Subject:
Anatomy/Physiology
Ancient History
Earth and Space Science
Geology
Geoscience
History
Life Science
Paleontology
Physical Geography
Physical Science
U.S. History
Material Type:
Lecture
Provider:
Museums of Western Colorado
Provider Set:
Dinosaur Journey
Date Added:
02/06/2023
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Ancient History|U.S. History|Geology|Physical Geography|Geoscience|Paleontology
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Ancient History|U.S. History|Geology|Physical Geography|Geoscience|Paleontology
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Middle School Paleontology Kit Module from Museums of the West in Grand Junction, CO. Lesson 3 on Evolution from the Middle School Paleontology Kit Module. The lesson introduces students to evolution. Students will learn the features that define dinosaurs, and use that information to determine the relationship between dinosaurs and birds based on anatomical features. They will think about if dinosaurs are alive today, and is an animal a dinosaur. Lessons 1, 2, 3 and 5 can be completed without access to the Fossil Kit from Museums of Western Colorado. Lesson 4 uses fossile from the kit. District 51 personnel can request a kit to complete Lesson 4. See this URL for an overview of the module and a link to the Teacher's guide to Paleontology: https://www.museumofwesternco.com/classroom-resources/stem-lessons/

Subject:
Anatomy/Physiology
Ancient History
Biology
Ecology
Genetics
History
Life Science
Paleontology
Physical Science
Zoology
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Game
Lesson
Lesson Plan
Provider:
Museums of Western Colorado
Provider Set:
Dinosaur Journey
Date Added:
02/06/2023
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Big Amphibians of the Chinle Formation!
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Big Amphibians of the Chinle Formation!
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Dinosaur Journey is a part of the Museums of Western Colorado. Dinosaur Journey director of Paleontology Dr. Julia McHugh talks about amphibians. Ever noticed the large red rock base of Independence Monument?! It is from the Chinle formation in the Triassic period. That's the age of the rock these amazing amphbian creatures were discovered.

Subject:
Anatomy/Physiology
Ancient History
Earth and Space Science
Geology
Geoscience
History
Life Science
Paleontology
Physical Geography
Physical Science
U.S. History
Material Type:
Lecture
Provider:
Museums of Western Colorado
Provider Set:
Dinosaur Journey
Date Added:
02/06/2023
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"The Biggest Thing Yet!"
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"The Biggest Thing Yet!"
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Join Dr. Julia McHugh at Riggs Hill as she talks about a discovery in 1900 that was described as "The Biggest Thing Yet."

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Anatomy/Physiology
Ancient History
Earth and Space Science
Geology
Geoscience
History
Life Science
Paleontology
Physical Geography
Physical Science
U.S. History
Material Type:
Lecture
Provider:
Museums of Western Colorado
Provider Set:
Dinosaur Journey
Date Added:
02/06/2023
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Cross Orchards History
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Cross Orchards History
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Short history of Cross Orchards Museum formerly known as Red Cross Land and Fruit Company. (See bottom of page for history).

Subject:
Agriculture
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Anthropology
Cultural Geography
Earth and Space Science
History
Paleontology
Physical Geography
Physical Science
Social Science
U.S. History
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Reading
Provider:
Museums of Western Colorado
Provider Set:
Museum of the West
Date Added:
02/06/2023
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The Defense and Offense of the Mymorapelta Dinosaur
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The Defense and Offense of the Mymorapelta Dinosaur
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Dinosaur Journey is part of the Mueums of Western Colorado. Dr. Julia McHugh from Museums of Western Colorado’s Dinosaur Journey, talks about the defense and offense of the Mymorapelta dinosaur!

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Anatomy/Physiology
Ancient History
Earth and Space Science
Geology
Geoscience
History
Life Science
Paleontology
Physical Geography
Physical Science
U.S. History
Material Type:
Lecture
Provider:
Museums of Western Colorado
Provider Set:
Dinosaur Journey
Date Added:
02/06/2023
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Dinosaur Days Lecture Series: Dr. Richard Butler
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Dinosaur Days Lecture Series: Dr. Richard Butler
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Dr. Richard Butler speaks about heterodontosaurids, ornithischian dinosaurs, and new research into their breathing mechanisms.

Subject:
Anatomy/Physiology
Ancient History
Earth and Space Science
Geology
Geoscience
History
Life Science
Paleontology
Physical Geography
Physical Science
U.S. History
Material Type:
Lecture
Provider:
Museums of Western Colorado
Provider Set:
Dinosaur Journey
Date Added:
02/06/2023
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Dinosaur Days Virtual Lecture Series, Brian Engh, Paleoartist
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Dinosaur Days Virtual Lecture Series, Brian Engh, Paleoartist
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Brian Engh, paleoartist, explains the process of paleoart and does a demonstration of creating a Stegosaurus. From skeleton to musculature to the possible colors of a Stegosaurus, follow along as Brian shows us what Sophie the Stegosaurus may have looked like. Warning Content Alert: This video contains brief discussion about dinosaur mating and may not be appropriate for all audiences.

Subject:
Anatomy/Physiology
Ancient History
Earth and Space Science
Geology
Geoscience
History
Life Science
Paleontology
Physical Geography
Physical Science
U.S. History
Material Type:
Lecture
Provider:
Museums of Western Colorado
Provider Set:
Dinosaur Journey
Date Added:
02/06/2023
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Dinosaur Digs 2018
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Dinosaur Digs 2018
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General information on summer dinosaur dig opportunities through Dinosaur Journey, on of the Museums of Western Colorado. Visit the Dinosaur Digs and Expeditions website to learn more: https://www.museumofwesternco.com/things-to-do/dino-digs/

Subject:
Anatomy/Physiology
Ancient History
Earth and Space Science
Geology
Geoscience
History
Life Science
Paleontology
Physical Geography
Physical Science
U.S. History
Material Type:
Lecture
Provider:
Museums of Western Colorado
Provider Set:
Dinosaur Journey
Date Added:
02/06/2023
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Dinosaur Hill Interpretive Trail Guide Museum of the West, Museums of Western Colorado
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Dinosaur Hill Interpretive Trail Guide Museum of the West, Museums of Western Colorado
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Trail Guide for hiking trail near where important fossil finds occured in Western Colorado. When visiting these trails it is important to visit with respect by staying on the trail and leaving fossils where you find them. These fossils and tracks are protected under the Paleontological Resources Preservation Act (PRPA) of 2009. The act prohibits an attempt to excavate, remove, damage, or otherwise alter or deface any paleontological resources located on Federal land. In order to collect any fossils (plants, invertebrates, vertebrates) at these sites, a proper permit must be obtained. If you are interested in excavating fossils with our scientists at Dinosaur Journey, check out our Dinosaur Digs and Expeditions! https://museumofwesternco.com/things-to-do/dino-digs/

Subject:
Anatomy/Physiology
Ancient History
Earth and Space Science
Geology
Geoscience
History
Life Science
Paleontology
Physical Geography
Physical Science
U.S. History
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Lecture
Lesson
Primary Source
Student Guide
Provider:
Museums of Western Colorado
Provider Set:
Dinosaur Journey
Date Added:
02/06/2023
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Dinosaur Journey Scavenger Hunt Grades 6-12+
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Dinosaur Journey Scavenger Hunt Grades 6-12+
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Scavenger hunt game that can be used during a field trip to the Dinosaur Journey Museum Grades 6-12+

Subject:
Anatomy/Physiology
Ancient History
Biology
Earth and Space Science
History
Life Science
Paleontology
Physical Geography
Physical Science
Material Type:
Activity/Lab
Game
Student Guide
Provider:
Museums of Western Colorado
Provider Set:
Dinosaur Journey
Date Added:
02/06/2023
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Dinosaur Journey Scavenger Hunt Grades K-5
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Dinosaur Journey Scavenger Hunt Grades K-5
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Scavenger hunt game that can be used during a field trip to the Dinosaur Journey Museum Grades K-6

Subject:
Anatomy/Physiology
Ancient History
Earth and Space Science
Geology
History
Life Science
Paleontology
Physical Geography
Physical Science
U.S. History
Material Type:
Activity/Lab
Game
Student Guide
Provider:
Museums of Western Colorado
Provider Set:
Dinosaur Journey
Date Added:
02/06/2023
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Dinosaurs of the Western Slope
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Dinosaurs of the Western Slope
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Dinosaur Journey is part of the Mueums of Western Colorado. This short documentary tells the story of dinosaurs in the Grand Valley, their history, discovery, excavation and research. Watch and find out what dinosaurs can be found on the Wester Slope of Colorado.

Subject:
Anatomy/Physiology
Ancient History
Earth and Space Science
Geology
Geoscience
History
Life Science
Paleontology
Physical Geography
Physical Science
U.S. History
Material Type:
Lecture
Provider:
Museums of Western Colorado
Provider Set:
Dinosaur Journey
Date Added:
02/06/2023
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Dr Julia McHugh: Behind the Scenes, Learning about Teeth
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Dr Julia McHugh: Behind the Scenes, Learning about Teeth
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Learn about dinosaur teeth with Dr. Julia McHugh the curator of paleontology at The Museums of Western Colorado.. Why are some teeth flat and others pointed? Is there a difference between mastodon and mammoth teeth? Step into the Dinosaur Journey collections and learn about the many different teeth that live "behind the scenes".

Subject:
Anatomy/Physiology
Ancient History
Biology
Earth and Space Science
Geology
Geoscience
History
Life Science
Paleontology
Physical Geography
Physical Science
U.S. History
Zoology
Material Type:
Lecture
Provider:
Museums of Western Colorado
Provider Set:
Dinosaur Journey
Date Added:
02/06/2023
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Fossil of the Family Hominidae Presentation
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Fossil of the Family Hominidae Presentation
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This activity was an educator created resource to accompany the Hominid skull set from CSU's Natural Sciences Education & Outreach Center. The resource can be used with the Hominid Skull Set, The Skull Anatomy Glossary, and the Hominid Evolution Activity from CSU's Natural Sciences Education & Outreach Center. See this link for all associated resources: https://www.cns-eoc.colostate.edu/stem-kits/hominid-skull-set/.

Subject:
Anatomy/Physiology
Ancient History
Anthropology
Archaeology
Biology
Chemistry
Cultural Geography
Earth and Space Science
Ecology
Genetics
Geology
Geoscience
History
Life Science
Paleontology
Physical Geography
Physical Science
Physics
Social Science
Material Type:
Activity/Lab
Lesson
Lesson Plan
Provider:
Colorado State University
Provider Set:
CSU Natural Sciences Education & Outreach Center
Date Added:
02/06/2023
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Fruita Dino Trail Guide Museum of the West, Museums of Western Colorado
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Fruita Dino Trail Guide Museum of the West, Museums of Western Colorado
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Trail Guide for hiking trail near where important fossil finds occured in Western Colorado. When visiting these trails it is important to visit with respect by staying on the trail and leaving fossils where you find them. These fossils and tracks are protected under the Paleontological Resources Preservation Act (PRPA) of 2009. The act prohibits an attempt to excavate, remove, damage, or otherwise alter or deface any paleontological resources located on Federal land. In order to collect any fossils (plants, invertebrates, vertebrates) at these sites, a proper permit must be obtained. If you are interested in excavating fossils with our scientists at Dinosaur Journey, check out our Dinosaur Digs and Expeditions! https://museumofwesternco.com/things-to-do/dino-digs/

Subject:
Anatomy/Physiology
Ancient History
Earth and Space Science
Geology
Geoscience
History
Life Science
Paleontology
Physical Geography
Physical Science
U.S. History
Material Type:
Lecture
Lesson
Primary Source
Student Guide
Provider:
Museums of Western Colorado
Provider Set:
Dinosaur Journey
Date Added:
02/06/2023
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Fruita Paleo Area and the ancient Ceratosaurus River channel
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Fruita Paleo Area and the ancient Ceratosaurus River channel
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Dinosaur Journey is part of the Mueums of Western Colorado. Curator of Education Stephanie Lukowski talks about the Ceratosaurus and many of the other prehistoric life forms found at the very special Fruita Paleo Area, part of the McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area on the Western Slope.

Subject:
Anatomy/Physiology
Ancient History
Earth and Space Science
Geology
Geoscience
History
Life Science
Paleontology
Physical Geography
Physical Science
U.S. History
Material Type:
Lecture
Provider:
Museums of Western Colorado
Provider Set:
Dinosaur Journey
Date Added:
02/06/2023
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Fruitadens! Smallest Plant Eating Dinosaur in the World!
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Fruitadens! Smallest Plant Eating Dinosaur in the World!
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Dinosaur Journey is part of the Mueums of Western Colorado. Dinosaur Journey paleontologit Dr. Julia McHugh shows us the Fruitadens on display at Dinosaur Journey, and talks about the discovery of this very small species!

Subject:
Anatomy/Physiology
Ancient History
Earth and Space Science
Geology
Geoscience
History
Life Science
Paleontology
Physical Geography
Physical Science
U.S. History
Material Type:
Lecture
Provider:
Museums of Western Colorado
Provider Set:
Dinosaur Journey
Date Added:
02/06/2023
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