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Presented by Terry Plank (Arthur D. Storke Memorial Professor of Geochemistry, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, Columbia Climate School) This year's colloquium series will consist of a mixture of researchers across the University of Arizona along with visiting scientists as well! The colloquium series will be conducted in the Gould-Simpson “Fishbowl” (2nd floor) from 4-5PM on Thursdays. There will...
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The Devil’s Playground: Exploring a Crazy Landscape October 31, 2025 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm MST Instructor: Christa Sadler Petrified Forest National Park is one of the most interesting landscapes in the world. Geologically, the...
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In the Land of Color: An Exploration of Petrified Forest’s Wilderness Loop Through the Black Forest November 2, 2025 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm MST Instructor: Christa Sadler Petrified Forest National Park is known as...
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Take a trip back through time on this exploration of Arizona's unique geological history! From the Grand Canyon to the Chiricahua Mountains and everything in between, discover how the rocks...
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This two-hour, leisurely-paced guided walk will highlight some of the geologic features visible from the Camino Campana Trail. We’ll discuss the rocks, landscape, and geologic history with reference to how...
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Experience wonders aboard the luxurious Verde Canyon Railroad. During this four-hour narrated ride, learn about the local history, culture, and charm of iconic landscapes, including rare high-desert riparian habitats, red-rock buttes, and ancient ruins. The excursion stops for lunch and dinner; meals are at your own expense. Activity level: easy. Meet at bus in Chandler...
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When most people think of an ecosystem, they think of the relationship between plants and animals in an area. But the most fundamental ecological relationship is between the environment and everything that lives there. Every environment presents challenges and opportunities that anything that lives there successfully must have adapted to overcome and take advantage of,...
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Presented by Julia Tejada (Assistant Professor, Division of Geological and Planetary Sciences, Caltech) This year's colloquium series will consist of a mixture of researchers across the University of Arizona along with visiting scientists as well! The colloquium series will be conducted in the Gould-Simpson “Fishbowl” (2nd floor) from 4-5PM on Thursdays. There will be a Zoom...
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Learn about the geology and streams of the Spur Cross region on an easy two-mile walk with nationally known earth science author and park docent Thomas McGuire. Visit an abandoned gold mine, Nutcracker Rock, and a Hohokam rock art site along Cottonwood Wash. Bring plenty of water and your natural curiosity. No dogs on this hike....
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Hike the treasured landscapes of the Sonoran Desert surrounding the East Valley. Each trip you'll discover iconic cacti, canyons peppering the landscape, and rugged trails. Trips are local and start out with easy terrain and progress to more difficult hikes later in the season. Transportation and entrance fees included. Come prepared with hiking attire, water,...
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Hike with a Park Geology Guide to the Grandview Overlook. Learn about the rocks, minerals, and land formation of Pinnacle Peak, McDowell Mountains, and the valley of the sun as seen from the trail. This is a moderate 3/4-mile hike.
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Sonoran Desert 101 at Gateway Trailhead. This walk provides a geological and ecological overview of what lives in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, and how the flora and fauna survive and thrive. Restrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Please bring water and snacks for the trail. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of...
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