shark tooth hunting at messy farms
Experience your favorite shark tooth hunting site in Myakka City, Florida.
shark tooth hunting at messy farms
Experience your favorite shark tooth hunting site in Myakka City, Florida.
Your Guide to Shark Tooth Hunting in Myakka City, FL
Damp vs Dry Sifting?
What will I find at Messy Farms?
What will I find at Messy Farms?
Damp Sifting has a custom built hands-free water system over the tables which helps wash away material revealing shark teeth and other fossils. Dry Sifting is your classic dry sifting. Put in that elbow grease to move through the material to look for those fossils.
Both experiences have access to the same material so it's really all about how you'd like to get messy searching for fossils!
What will I find at Messy Farms?
What will I find at Messy Farms?
What will I find at Messy Farms?
You can find a variety of shark teeth and fossils in our fossil-rich material, including but not limited to tigers, stingray teeth, barbs, hastalis, whale teeth, vertebrae, bulls, lemons, alligator teeth, and megalodon teeth!
Everything you find at Messy Farms, no matter the size, you’re welcome to take home!
Will I actually get messy?
What will I find at Messy Farms?
Will I actually get messy?
YES! Expect to get dirty with any experience at Messy Farms, but get ready to get muddy when booking Damp Sifting. We recommend bringing a towel and an extra set of everything! We'll have an area you can wash off and change. Water shoes or boots are encouraged!
Military discounts?
Am I guaranteed to find a meg?
Will I actually get messy?
Absolutely! As a thank you for your service, we offer veterans $15 off their booking. Just mention it in your booking email and bring verification on the day of your reservation.
Am I guaranteed to find a meg?
Am I guaranteed to find a meg?
Am I guaranteed to find a meg?
As much as we would love to guarantee that everyone takes home a megalodon tooth, Messy Farms is all about authentic fossil hunting. We do not plant or seed shark teeth! You are the first human to touch whatever you find! Pretty cool, right?!
Do I need to bring equipment?
Am I guaranteed to find a meg?
Am I guaranteed to find a meg?
No need! You’re welcome to bring your own equipment, but we provide everything for you to use. We recommend bringing a container for your finds, but bags are available to take home all your treasures, if needed.
What are the hours and schedule?
What are the hours and schedule?
What are the hours and schedule?
We’re open 9am to 1pm on operating days AND 2-6pm on select Saturdays!
Please plan to arrive 10 minutes early to sign waivers and make payments.
We start with a quick overview at 9am and 2pm, then you’re free to dig in!
At 1pm and 6pm we call “last bucket” so you can finish sifting. Afterwards, swing by the tent to show off your haul! We love to get photos and videos :)
Do I need a reservation?
What are the hours and schedule?
What are the hours and schedule?
Reservations are required! Please email us at your earliest convenience to book. Our exact address is provided upon booking. We’re located about 5 minutes from the map pin when navigating to Myakka City, FL.
Why is availability limited?
What are the hours and schedule?
Why is availability limited?
We’d love to offer more dates, but for now we’re only open on select weekends due to our full-time jobs and other responsibilities. Be sure to follow our socials (@messyfarms) for the latest updates and newly released dates.
Are pets allowed?
Are pets allowed?
Why is availability limited?
As much as we would love to see your furry friends, we ask that you leave them at home. Pictured is Macy, Matt & Sammi's dog, she sometimes makes an appearance on cooler days.