Join Us!

The Tampa Bay Fossil Club is a family oriented organization focused on paleontology, archaeology, and the natural sciences in general. Meetings are held monthly September - May at the University of South Florida and feature prominent speakers from many areas of science.

Only club members can particpate in most field trip events and will receive a monthly club newsletter either through e-mail or snail mail. Club members may also request to join the Club's Facebook Group page.

The Tampa Bay Fossil Club awards two annual scholarships to University of South Florida students working in the field of paleontology and geology. The 30+ year old club hosts numerous field trips and gatherings through the year.

Family Membership ($28): Head of household and their spouse or significant other living at the same address, or Head of household, their spouse or significant other, and all children living at the same address under 18 years old.

Single Membership ($22): Anyone 18 years of age or older.

Student Membership ($15): Full-time student in college, trade school, etc. 18 years old or older.

International Membership ($28): Anyone living internationally (with email copy of Newsletter).

International Membership ($45): Anyone living internationally (with hard copy of Newsletter, requires special packaging and extra postage).

Membersip Application:
There are three ways to submit your application and pay (Pick the most convenient option for you!)!

1. Please print and use the Application Form (PDF) to join us! Include check or money order (do not send cash) and send to:

Tampa Bay Fossil Club
P.O. Box 280447,
Tampa, FL 33682-0447

2. Please fill out the Applicaiton Form (PDF) and attach the form to an email that goes to the email address found in the upper left side of the application form.

3. You can also sign up at the next club meeting with cash or card.

If you have questions, you can contact us.

Guests are always welcome at our club meetings.


An Example of one of our Monthly Club Meetings!