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    John Day Fossil Beds

    National Monument Oregon

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Videos and Podcasts

Paleocast

Paleo-Cast: A podcast series highlighting the paleontology of John Day Fossil Beds National Monument. Learn what it's like to be a paleontologist and discover with us the fascinating fossils from the Age of Mammals.

 
Roving Ranger

Roving Ranger: Explore the life of a park ranger at John Day Fossil Beds, learn about the significance of the monument, and discover the unique landscape and wildlife that call eastern Oregon home.

 
Sojourns

Sojourns: Escape from the daily grind and enjoy spending a few moments with the serenely beautiful landscapes and wildlife of John Day Fossil Beds National Monument.

Did You Know?

Image of three toed horses.

The first horses evolved in North America 50 million years ago, and at least 14 different genera have been found at the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument in Oregon.