HARRISON, Neb. – Variations in the historic landscape and wildlife around Agate Fossil Beds is the topic of the next program in a continuing series of talks this weekend at the National Monument here.
“My, Things Have Changed” is the June 25 Niobrara Meanderings Talk and Walk at Agate Fossil Beds National Monument. Park Ranger Ray Pilgrim will lead the net in the Sunday Afternoon Talks series at
the site.

His talk “My, Things Have Changed” is a continuation of the popular series. Meet in the picnic area near the visitor center.
Ranger Pilgrim’s talk, “My, Things Have Changed” can be broken down into three sections: Part 1: Changes in the Landmass, Part 2: Mammals of the Miocene, and Part 3: Hike the Fossil Hills Trail with the Ranger. Be sure to bring a hat, comfortable shoes, water and possibly sunscreen and insect repellent for the walk.
Pilgrim is a Clemson University graduate with his degree in Secondary Education/Natural Science. Pilgrim was a U.S. Navy carrier pilot and flew for 30 years with Delta Airline. After retiring, he volunteered at several National Parks and has worked as a seasonal ranger at Petrified Forest National Park, Natchez Trace Parkway, Salinas Pueblo Mission National Monument and now Agate Fossil Beds National Monument.
Agate Fossil Beds National Monument is located 22 miles south of Harrison, or 34 miles north of Mitchell, Neb., on State Highway 29, then east on River Road for three miles to the visitor center. Admission is free. The park’s two trails are open from dawn to dusk. For more information, go to www.nps.gov/agfo or visit Agate Fossil Beds on Facebook and Twitter.