Our Story
The Hell Creek Paleontological Society (HCPS) is a newly established nonprofit organization committed to fostering the paleontological community in the northern Black Hills and beyond. Focused on the 66 million-year-old Hell Creek Rock Formation spanning South Dakota, North Dakota, Montana, and Wyoming, HCPS aims to support original research and education related to the rich dinosaur and paleontological resources found in this area. Membership is open to anyone interested in ethically studying fossils, emphasizing inclusivity across all backgrounds.