How to Sign Up for Field Trips

We require attendees to sign up for field trips in-person. Why?

  • Space is limited and we need to know you are present.

  • We may need to share important trip updates with you.

  • We need to ensure you have the right vehicle if a trip requires 4WD.

  • We need you to sign a waiver.

  • We want to meet you!

When do sign-ups open? And where?

  • Friday, April 4th from 4:00PM to 5:45PM
    * VENUE CHANGE *
    Sign up at Green River High School

    • IMPORTANT: Due to anticipated higher attendance, the festival’s opening night lecture begins at 6:00pm at the Auditorium at Green River High School. We’ll be doing Friday night field trip sign-ups there. 

  • Saturday, April 5th from 9:00AM to 4:00PM
    Sign up at our information booth outside the John Wesley River History Museum. A busy vendor fair will also be taking place.

  • Sunday, April 6th from 9:00AM to 11:00PM
    (Please note that many field trips may be full by this point.)
    Sign up at our information booth outside the John Wesley Powell River History Museum. No vendor fair will be occurring.

Am I guaranteed a spot on a field trip?

  • No. Field trips, particularly those geared towards paleontology, fill up fast. Be prepared to have alternative choices in mind if a trip is full.

  • If you are passionate about a particular trip, we recommend coming to Friday night sign-ups. Be there by 4:00PM.

  • Our event partner, the Bureau of Land Management, limits the size of field trips to a maximum of 25 people.

Important Notes

  • All field trips are half-day to full-day trips. Group size for each trip is approximately 25 people. If there is a trip you are particularly excited about, we recommend coming to the Friday evening lecture to sign up early.

  • Field trip leaders will meet their group in the museum parking lot, unless otherwise noted. Please be present 15 minutes before the trip departs.

  • Prepare to caravan to field trip sites in your own vehicle. Many trips involve driving on dirt roads. Vehicle requirements can be found in each trip description. 

  • Pack plenty of water and a sack lunch, and fill your gas tank ahead of time. Wear comfortable clothing and bring sun protection.

  • If you have any questions call Epicenter staff at 435-564-3330.

  • Staff at the John Wesley Powell River History Museum will not be able to answer any questions. The Museum does not organize the festival, they are just our gracious hosts!