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148 - Rocky Mountain Geology Experience

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Course Description: Perhaps nowhere on Earth is geologic history so well understood as the iconic interior-western U.S. Yet, there are still mysteries for geoscientists, residents, and visitors to explore. Northern Utah’s spectacular landscape of mountains and valleys provides examples of geologic processes and history that can be experienced first-hand, but which apply anywhere in the world. In this 5-day course, background concepts and major chapters in the history of earth will be explored, and basic skills in geologic material identification will be practiced. The course culminates on the final day with in a beautiful hike and exploration of the local Bear River Range. Moderate hiking involved.

Course Instructor: Dr. Katie Potter is an Instructor in the Department of Geosciences at Utah State University. She grew up in Colorado, earned degrees in Idaho and at USU, and is an expert in Snake River Plain volcanism. She is an avid outdoors woman and loves sharing her enthusiasm for geology with everyone.
katie.potter@usu.edu