Geological Insights & Event News

December 2019 newsletter features Dr. Melissa Clutter from Fort Lewis College presenting on optimizing measurement networks for hydrologic research. President Sabina Kraushaar shares membership data analysis showing 205 current members. The society honors longtime member Ed Heath who passed away in November. Updates on the 2020 RMS-AAPG meeting in Grand Junction include website launch, exhibitor planning, and technical sessions. Field Trip Committee reports six successful trips in two years. Christmas party announcement with Petroleum Club, Landmen and SPE on December 6th.

November 2019 newsletter features Paul Spear on helium exploration and production history in the Four Corners region. President Sabina Kraushaar discusses energy transition trends and future opportunities for geoscientists in renewable energy and data science. Major updates on the 2020 RMS-AAPG meeting in Grand Junction including website launch, technical sessions, field trips, and venue details. Field Trip Committee highlights six successful trips over two years and seeks input for 2020 planning. Publications catalog and membership information included.

Features John Lorenz and Scott Cooper from Fracture Studies LLC presenting on natural fracture systems in low-permeability sandstones across four Rocky Mountain basins. President Sabina Kraushaar shares inspiring John McPhee quote about geological terminology. September meeting photos with Richard Goldfarb included. Extensive 2020 RMS-AAPG meeting updates: 12 technical sessions, 10 field trips, multiple short courses and core poster sessions planned. Lower Cheyenne attendance prompts program adjustments. PTTC hydraulic fracturing course October 14th. Field Trip Committee seeks volunteers.

The Sept 2019 FCGS newsletter features speaker Richard J. Goldfarb on gold deposits in metamorphic rocks, highlighting debates over ore genesis and support for a crustal or subduction zone metamorphic model. Prez Sez by Sabina Kraushaar reflects on FCGS’s role in mentoring and community. The “Molas Pass to Durango Hike and Rail Ride” field trip is full but you can get on the waiting list. We are recruiting new volunteers for the field trip committee. RMS AAPG 2020 planning includes diverse field trips, short courses, core workshops, and technical sessions.

Summer 2019 newsletter introduces 2019-2020 FCGS officers and Foundation board members. Annual picnic scheduled August 25th at Junction Creek with horseshoe tournament and raffle. Fall field trip October 5th: hike Molas Pass to Elk Park with train ride back, led by David Gonzales. Foundation awards two $500 MS thesis grants. Membership dues clarification for transition year. Photo highlights from May Fruitland methane seeps trip and June Ouray geology trip. 2020 RMS-AAPG meeting planning update with field trips and technical sessions outlined.

May 2019 newsletter features Kurt Blair on expeditions to world's highest mountains including Everest, Cho Oyu, and Mera. FCGS officer and Foundation director elections announced with candidates listed. President Tim Rynott shares farewell message with "The Station" philosophy about living in the moment. Special article by Andy Gleason on historic 2019 avalanche season with record snowfall and avalanche activity. Field trip updates for Fruitland methane seeps (sold out) and Ouray geology. 2020 RMS-AAPG meeting planning continues.