Marrying Fossils, Isotopes and Geological time
Fossils and Strata; Relative geological time When one sedimentary layer overlies another, we can be fairly certain that the lowermost […]
Interpreting ancient environments
Measures of Temperature in the Bowels of the Earth
We don’t need to look far to see evidence that the interior of the earth is hot; geysers and
Class 5; In The Shadow Of The Volcano
Pucon, Chile Kayaking on a volcano Pucon is a tourist destination, nestled between rugged hills and Largo (Lake) Villarrica
The sea level equation
Sea levels have risen and fallen countless times over geological history. We see this in the way successive strata are
Out of Sight but no longer out of mind; Hidden sources of carbon dioxide and methane
With the general emphasis on carbon emissions from fossil fuels and the ensuing discussions on climate change, we tend to
Class 5; Geology for Kayakers. Kawarau River, New Zealand
Kawarau River – Rocks that have gone full circle Kawarau River; kayaking and rafting mecca, water crystal-clear, torrents and gnarly
The Oil Kitchen Rules
Oil is a Part of the Rock As a kid growing up in NZ, my only contact with ‘O&G’ was
Class 5; Geology for Kayakers. Huka Falls
Huka Falls, New Zealand Huka Falls, tourist attraction and Class V+ drop, is either a kayaker’s nightmare or their
A 40 Million Year Old Forest, Looking Like it Formed Yesterday
The Stunning Preservation of an Arctic Fossil Forest In 1985, my field assistant and I were examining sedimentary rocks on
Class 5; Geology for Kayakers, Kaituna River
Kaituna River, New Zealand Kaituna River is a glorious water-course that has a bit of everything for kayakers and rafters,