Geological Insights & Event News

The March 2020 Newsletter highlights Dr. Jon Harvey’s UAV surveys of the Missionary Ridge rockfall, which evolved through spring-driven scarp failure, debris buildup, and a 2019 dam break that sent major flows downslope. Prez Sabina Kraushaar reports the March meeting’s COVID 19 postponement, introduces President Elect candidate David Schiowitz, and thanks board and field trip volunteers. Upcoming field trips: Harding Pegmatite Mine and Cedar Mesa Sandstone.

Features Laura Hartman from BLM discussing cryptotephra geochemical fingerprinting and tephrochronology in ice cores. President Sabina Kraushaar reports on NAPE conference observations about oil and gas industry trends. Call for papers announced for September 2020 RMS-AAPG meeting in Grand Junction. Photo contest first round winners revealed: Charlie Burnham (1st), Gary Gianninny (2nd), Kallea Cohen and Steve Cumella (tied 3rd). Spring field trips scheduled to Harding Pegmatite Mine and Cedar Mesa Formation.

January 2020 newsletter features Steve Cossey on paleocanyon formation and oil seepage near the Paleocene/Eocene boundary in the Tampico-Misantla Basin, Mexico. President Sabina Kraushaar reflects on New Year adventures. RMS-AAPG 2020 meeting update includes call for papers with 15 technical themes, exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities, and planned field trips. Harding Pegmatite Mine trip scheduled for April. Member photo contest showcases stunning geological photography from around the world including polar regions, local formations, and international sites.

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.