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Collecting Fossils Basic information on fossil collecting. Includes links to related sites and a calendar for fossil shows in the US. http://www.collectingfossils.org/

Diggin Fossils A site that provides basic information about fossil hunting. Links and articles for the fossil collector. http://digginfossils.com

Discovering Fossils Locations and resources for collectors. Includes a beginner's guide. http://www.discoveringfossils.co.uk/

Fossil Collections of the World Web catalog containing links to collections, famous dig sites, geological information and Internet resources. http://www.geocities.com/capecanaveral/lab/8147/

The Fossil Forum A forum mainly for the American fossil hunter. Discussions on fossil related topics, such as locations, collections, literature etc. You have to be a memeber to contribute. http://www.thefossilforum.com

Fossil Web A meeting place for professional and amateur paleontologists. Hundreds of color pictures of fossils for identification. Submit your own fossils for identification. http://www.fossilweb.com/

Fossils Gallery Galleries from private collections as well as related links. http://www.notam02.no/~oyvindha/fossils.html

HowToDude: Fossils Collection of practical tips on collecting, preparing and conserving fossils. http://www.howtodude.net/howto/view.category.php/140/

US Fossil Sites Find fossil localities, museums and clubs organized by state via Google Maps. http://www.texaspaleo.com/usmaps/paleosites.html

Xfossils.com. Uncover the Mysteries of Deep Time Promotes collaboration between amateur and professional paleontologists. Multiple forums and places to post pictures. http://www.xfossils.com/