Geological Insights & Event News

November 2020 newsletter features Eric Kuhn and John Fleck discussing their book "Science Be Dammed: How Ignoring Inconvenient Science Drained the Colorado River." President Jon Harvey reflects on virtual meetings and fall semester field work at Fort Lewis College. Newsletter includes extensive virtual field trip resources during COVID-19 isolation, launches 2021 FCGS calendar photo submission project with November 27th deadline, and announces Rocky Mountain Section AAPG Teacher of the Year award to Rhoda Perkes. Meeting held via Zoom on November 19, 2020.

September 2020 newsletter features Dr. Alan Kasprak on flow alteration and vegetation impacts from Glen Canyon Dam along the Colorado River in Grand Canyon. FCGS transitions to virtual Zoom meetings due to COVID-19 with breakout room socializing. RMS-AAPG 2020 meeting cancelled with $10,059 loss. Election results confirm David Schiowitz as President-Elect, Ron Brogden as Foundation Treasurer. 57% of members need to renew dues. Foundation awards $1,000 grants to two graduate students. Lynda Krivanek obituary included.

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.