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Where We Are and What We Do...
We are based in Florida and offer expeditions and programs to both adults and children. Florida’s rich and
varied fossil history is the focus of our expeditions where we
venture forth into the field and explore the rivers, shell pits, spoil
piles and other fossil producing areas of the state. Commonly collected
are shark teeth, dolphin, whale and fish remains plus bones and teeth
of various ice-age mammals such as mammoths, mastodons sloths, horses,
saber-tooth cats and much more. You don’t have to be an expert or a
daredevil to find amazing fossils here in the Sunshine State. We keep
all of our trips safe, fun and easy. For more information go to
Expeditions.
For more information on our expeditions go to Fossil Hunting Tours . Through our educational programs we bring Florida's fossil history to you. We work with schools, nature centers, libraries, various youth and adult groups and other organizations who want to introduce Florida paleontology to their students and members. For more information about our programs go to Educational Programs . Come join us and discover your own piece of history – one that you can actually hold in your hand!
 About Paleo Discoveries…
Paleo Discoveries was formed by Fred Mazza in 2004 as a way to combine his passion for the outdoors with his knowledge of the natural history of our planet. One of his lifelong pursuits has been to support others in both experiencing and discovering a passion for the history of our planet in a fun and interactive way. That is what Paleo Discoveries is all about!
While the entire east coast, particularly the southeast, is a very rich source of fossil material, Florida was specifically chosen as Paleo Discoveries' place of business. It is one of the richest sources of fossil material available in terms of both quality and quantity. The beautiful weather also makes year round collecting possible. You could say Florida is the best place to be for both the beginner as well as the serious collector. So come join us for a successful expedition or learn more from our programs by inviting us to “bring our museum” to you!
About Fred Mazza, President, Paleo Discoveries…
Fred has been an avid student of natural history since the age of five and has applied that knowledge through the years in many ways. With over 28 years of fossil hunting experience along the east coast he has amassed an impressive collection fossil finds. He has made significant contributions to the New Jersey State museum, having found fossils unusual to that state. Most importantly he has been a reliable resource throughout an extensive network of both amateur and professional paleontologists. He has been involved in delivering fossil programs, coordinating fossil expeditions and has been a subject matter expert for fossil exhibits for over 7 years.
Prior to starting Paleo Discoveries Fred owned and managed a very successful landscaping business in northern New Jersey for over 20 years. His easy going nature and sense of humor has served him well through the years in keeping an extremely satisfied base of customers. That experience has translated well into creating satisfying experiences for fellow fossil enthusiasts.
Fred is married and lives with his wife and daughter in Vero Beach, Florida.
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