The seat of Wheeler County, the City of Fossil, Oregon was named by its first postmaster, who had found fossil remains on his ranch. Today, the small city is centrally located to three separate units of the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument. Fossil was incorporated in 1891.
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Offering twelve guest rooms, including a separate lodge, the guest facility in Fossil, Oregon is highlighted, including its rates, contacts, and reservation information.
http://www.fossilinn.com/
The city's official web site features a brief history and profile of the community, a calendar of events, business directory, and an overview of municipal services.
http://www.cityoffossil.org/
The public school administrative district operates Fossil Grade School, serving students from kindergarten through the eighth grade, as well as Wheeler High School, also known as Fossil Charter School, covering grades nine through twelve. Its school campuses, boards, and staff are introduced.
http://www.fossil.k12.or.us/
With the John Day basin in Fossil as a base, OPLI offers trips, classes and adventures throughout Oregon. Its children and family programs, classes, day trips and field studies are outlined, and information about climate change and paleoclimates is included.
http://www.paleolands.org/
Choices in guest accommodations are outlined, and photographs are included, along with its rates, specials and packages. A map and directions to the bed and breakfast facility in Fossil, Oregon are posted.
http://www.wilsonranchesretreat.com/
