Hi Pete, Neuling aus England. I'm Alan, also aus England.
I'm certainly a Neuling to fossils, although, like you, I'm rapidly approaching fossilhood myself. I was out on Sunday collecting fossils for the first time in any kind of organised way. I live in north Germany and was in Hannover collecting from the Cretaceous. I collected some belemnites, sea urchins and some pieces of sponge. Nothing spectacular, but fun. There are some real experts here and they are all very helpful. Have fun.
Regards
Alan