1. Strive to stay informed and comply with National, State and Local regulations pertaining to collecting activities and general business practices.
2. Obtain permission from landowners or governmental authorities to gain access to collecting sites.
3 Assure that all lands, properties, flora and fauna are left without damage to property or ecology as a result of the collecting activities.
4. Require that fossil materials received from outside collectors are obtained in compliance with the above collecting guidelines set forth by the Association.
5. Report to the proper local authorities any significant discoveries of scientific or public interest.
6. Strive to place specimens of unique scientific interest into responsible hands for study, research and preservation.
7. Make no misrepresentation as to identity, locality, age, formation, repairs or restoration of paleontological specimens.
8. Conform to professional business practices when obtaining and disposing of specimens.
9. Maintain a good credit standing among fellow suppliers of earth science materials.
10 Encourage good relations and cooperation with agencies, institutions, and organizations actively involved in paleontological pursuits.
