Mt. Jefferson, courtesy CVO/USGS.
GEOL 451: Oregon Volcanos Field Trip
Fall Quarter 1995 (2 credits)
Instructors: Dr. Buchanan and Dr. Kiver
Prerequisites: Geology major, or GEOL 100 or GEOL 205/305, or permission of instructors. NOTE: Enrollment will be limited in this course.
Date: Course meets the week before fall quarter begins. We will depart Cheney on Sunday, 10 September at 7:00 am from the Red Barn (southwest end of campus) and return Saturday evening, 16 September. Fall quarter classes begin on Monday, 18 September.
Pre-Trip Meeting: A required pre-trip meeting is scheduled for 8 September (Friday) at 2 pm in the Geology Department. It is critical that you attend this important meeting.
Tentative Itinerary:
Text: Fire Mountains of the West by S. Harris is recommended and will be available in the EWU bookstore. Some handouts provided. Bring about $5.00 to purchase maps and trail guides in the park (strongly recommended).
Course Fee: There is a $115 course fee which pays for transportation and camping fees. Students must provide their own camping gear and food during the trip.
Equipment: A recommended equipment list is found on the back side of this information circular. We will be camping in campgrounds during the entire trip, and preparing our meals in the field. Grocery stops will be made every day or two. Plan accordingly.
Expectations: Students are required to maintain a road log of the trip and to prepare a written report of up to ten pages that focuses on some aspect of the geology of the southern Cascade range. In addition, post-trip questions may be assigned. All assignments are due on 6 November 1995.
Rigor: Some moderate hiking will be done and it is expected that students will be in good physical condition. Be sure that the instructors are aware of any physical or medical problems that you may have.
Cancellation Policy: This course may be cancelled if enrollment is insufficient.
More information: Call Dr. Buchanan or Dr. Kiver at (509)359-2286.
Suggested list of survival equipment:
1. Outdoor clothing (including a rain jacket, warm jacket, sweater, long pants, hat, gloves, etc. in case of inclement weather). Daytime temperatures will most likely be pleasant, however, it may get cold at night. Also consider bringing shorts and t-shirts for hiking in hot weather.
2. Sturdy hiking shoes and extra socks; tennis shoes for around camp.
3. Shelter - pair up with someone and share a lightweight nylon tent.
4. Sleeping bag - recall that it may get cold at night (maybe well below freezing!).
5. Food - we will be camping every night and also preparing meals in the field. Plan your meals ahead of time, preferably using foods items that do not break or spoil. Space is limited so please do not bring coolers.
6. Camp stove - again, pair up with someone and share a stove. It is unlikely that camp fires are permitted in the campgrounds.
7. Eating utensils - to be both fed and polite! Include a bowl, knife, spoon, etc.
8. Water bottles - bring at least two (2) one-liter water bottles. We will provide the water.
9. Money- as everyone knows one can always survive with money!
10. Sturdy day pack - a roomy day pack to carry your lunch, notebook, water bottles, sweater, etc. Do not bring a frame backpack!
11. Notebook and pencils, handlens.
12. No rock hammers! We will be visiting national parks and monuments, therefore, no collecting!
13. Personal toiletry items, towel, etc.
Non-essential items (what the heck, go first class):
1. Camera and film - buy your film ahead of time.
2. Sun screen, sun glasses, sun hat.
3. Flashlight, long underwear and wool cap for around a chilly camp at night.
4. Extra bucks for purchase of miscellaneous materials. Always tempting!
Important Note: Please try to pack all of the above items in a soft duffel to facilitate packing the gear. Avoid suitcases or frame backpacks! Also, keep important or necessary items in your day pack for instant access during travel. Pack compactly...
GEOL 455: Colorado Plateau Geology (field course)
Spring Quarter (2 credits)
Instructors: Dr. J.P. Buchanan and Dr. E. Kiver
Prerequisites: Geology major, or GEOL 100 or GEOL 205/305, or permission of instructors. NOTE: Enrollment will be limited in this course.
Date: Course meets the week of spring break. We will depart Cheney on the Friday of finals week at 6:00 am from the Red Barn (southwest end of campus) and return the following Saturday evening. Spring quarter classes begin on Monday.
Pre-Trip Meeting: This critical meeting is required of all field trip participants, and is scheduled a week prior to departure in the Geology Department. This is a mandatory meeting!
Typical Itinerary:
Course Fee: There is a course fee which pays for transportation and camping fees, usually about $140. Students must provide their own camping gear and food during the trip.
Equipment: Students need to provide their own camping gear for the trip. We will be camping in campgrounds during the entire trip, and preparing our meals in the field. Grocery stops will be made every day or two. Plan accordingly.
Expectations: Students are required to maintain a road log of the trip, answer post-trip questions, and prepare a written report of up to ten pages that focuses on some aspect of Colorado Plateau geology. Both assignments are due sometime in the middle of spring quarter. Note: all park rules will be observed by participants in this field trip.
Rigor: Some moderate hiking will be done and it is expected that students will be in good physical condition. Be sure that the instructors are aware of any physical or medical problems that you may have.
Cancellation Policy: This course may be cancelled if enrollment is insufficient.
More information: Call Dr. Buchanan or Dr. Kiver at (509)359-2286.