Amateur Fossil Collector Maurice Stefanuk - Contributions to Alberta Paleontology

Explore the life and contributions of Maurice Stefanuk, an amateur fossil collector who played a significant role in Alberta's paleontology. Learn about Stefanuk's journey from a childhood fascination with fossils to becoming one of the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology's first technicians and research assistants. Discover how his exploration of the Drumheller badlands led to the discovery of two of the best Albertosaurus skeletons in Alberta, which have been instrumental in scientific studies and museum displays. Gain insights into the impact of amateur collectors on paleontological research and museum collections through this 35-minute talk by Darren Tanke, a preparation technician at the Royal Tyrrell Museum.

Amateur Fossil Collector Maurice Stefanuk (1924-2016)