Bruneau Woodpile Geologic Field Trip

This geologic field trip will be to the famous “Bruneau Woodpile” and is centered on collecting petrified wood and other fossils without any digging. We'll be carpooling from the Albertsons Parking Lot (near McDonalds but not at McDonalds) at 6574 S Federal Way and Hwy 21 at 9:45 AM. High Clearance and 4WD vehicles are preferred but regular vehicles can be left near the gate ~250 yards from our parking spot. This trip is good for ages 7+ but will require walking on uneven ground and rocks for ½ mile or less. We will spend ~2 hours exploring the area and picking up petrified wood, having lunch and then return to One-Stop and then to the meetup location at ~3-4 PM.

Sponsored by Idaho Museum of Mining and Geology (IMMG), 2455 Old Penitentiary Rd. Nonmembers of the IMMG $20, IMMG Members and Children are free.

Full refunds if the IMMG cancels the trip due to the weather. Read link for details.

This will be a one-stop field trip although Bruneau Dunes State Park is very nearby and could make a good 2nd stop for those wanting to go explore this geologic wonder. An Idaho State Park Pass or entrance fee is required.

Be prepared: Hiking clothes, boots, sun hat, gloves, lunch, water, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a camp chair if you have one. Bring a rock hammer if you can.

Please contact [email protected] if you have questions.

About Steve Schaps:

Steve has a BS and MS in Geosciences and an MBA in finance. He has previously led numerous group trips to the fascinating Bruneau area. Steve is a member of the IMMG and an informed and motivated guide for interesting geologic sites near Boise.

The Bruneau Woodpile Geologic Field Trip is sponsored by the Idaho Museum of Mining and Geology, 2455 Old Penitentiary Rd, next to the Old Pen in East Boise.

This adventure requires a waiver. By signing up for this Geologic Field trip you agree to the following: The registered individual accepts and does hereby assume any and all risks for himself and those on his ticket, for possible dangers and hazards involved in connection with the field trip designated above, offered by the IDAHO MUSEUM OF MINING AND GEOLOGY (IMMG), and does hereby SAVE AND HOLD HARMLESS the trip leader(s), IMMG and all officers and representatives of IMMG from any and all claims, losses, or damages, including attorney’s fees and costs because of said claims, on account of injury, death, property damage, and inconvenience or loss of money due to delay or other cause that may rise, by reason of my participation in the field trip. I understand that my use of alcohol or drugs would impair my judgment and coordination, and will hold IMMG harmless from any claims arising from my use of either. I understand I am responsible for carrying my own automobile, life, and health insurance.

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Event Venue

Idaho Museum of Mining and Geology, 2455 Old Penitentiary Road, Boise, United States