What we offer
Fossil Excursions
Guests embark on a fossil-hunting excursion led by experienced captains who will take you to the best-hunting sites along the ancient riverbed and share their knowledge on the fossils you may find.
The Garden
A one-acre botanical garden, the garden hosts over 200 species of plants, trees, and flowers. Visitors can take a stroll, admiring the vibrant colors and fragrances of the blooms.
Meet the Captains
Capt. Ant
Anthony McDonough is a fossil-hunting enthusiast with a heart deeply connected to the water. Hailing from Rhode Island, Anthony’s childhood was spent searching the rocky shores. However, destiny led him to Brevard in 2010, where he instantly fell in love with the enchanting world of flats fishing in the pristine waters of the Indian River Lagoon. With an unparalleled passion for conservation and a knack for guiding, Anthony is your go-to captain for an extraordinary adventure that combines skill, knowledge, and unwavering love for the natural wonders of Florida’s waterways.
Capt. Tom
Thomas DiMatteo is a lifelong Floridan with a passion for exploring and educating about Florida’s natural wildlife and fisheries. After growing up and spending most of his time exploring South Florida’s many waterways and natural areas, Thomas found himself at home in
the Florida Keys, where he specialized in Fly and light tackle flats. After becoming a husband and a father in 2016, Thomas relocated back up the east coast to where he currently resides in Sebastian, Fl. Over the past seven years, Thomas has become a prolific guide.
Organization & Management
fossilhunts.com and sister companies Lotus Cove & Unemployed Anglers are all Florida-registered companies. We are a small business specializing in eco-tourism, owned and operated by Anthony McDonough and Thomas DiMatteo.
Anthony is supported by a team of partners, contractors, volunteers, and outsourced local businesses who are responsible for the company’s day-to-day operations.
In addition to the management team and key personnel, we also employ and contract several other staff members and businesses responsible for providing the company’s services. These staff members include catering staff, groundskeepers, botanists, paleontologists, geologists, accountants, and volunteers. If you are interested in working with us, please feel free to reach out!