Colorado State University Geology Field Course for Summer 2010
Coordinator:
Sven Egenhoff, Department of Geosciences, Colorado State University,
Ft. Collins, CO 80523 (970) 491-0749, sven@warnercnr.colostate.edu
Faculty:
Bill Sanford, Jerry Magloughlin, John Ridley, Sven Egenhoff, Kaleb
Scarberry
Dates:
May 26th - June 29th, 2010
Prerequisites:
required: G344, G364, G372, G376; recommended: G454, G366
Materials: Recommended reference texts: Class texts in each of the required courses as listed
above; field and camping equipment (see attached equipment list)
Summary:
The Colorado State University Geology Field Course (G436) emphasizes a rigorous
approach to geological field studies, with a strong concentration on geological mapping.
The course is taught throughout Colorado and New Mexico. The course is divided into
modules taught by specialists in these areas. Each module will include a final report that
will be prepared in the field.
Logistics:
•You have to sign a liability form and hand it in to Bill prior to the departure.
•Students are responsible for buying and preparing their own food and camping
equipment. Form cooking groups of 3 – 4 people. There will be opportunities to purchase
groceries at a super market at least once a week, with more numerous opportunities to
purchase food at smaller markets.
• The first two modules are based at campgrounds; the last three will be based out of
dormitory accommodation.
• Students are responsible for bringing field mapping equipment, except Brunton
compasses, GPS equipment, which will be available for loan from CSU. In addition, a
group first aid kit will be loaned by CSU.
• Students and faculty will camp or stay near field project areas and use CSU vans for
daily transportation to the project sites. Personal vehicles are allowed for transportation to
camp sites and for use after hours. People using CSU vehicles to transport their gear must
limit their gear to reasonable amounts (e.g., maximum of