Introduction to Field Methods

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Do you love the outdoors and want to see it from a new geologic perspective? This two-week, field-based course in the White Mountains of eastern California is a great way to explore the Eastern Sierras, learn basic field geology skills and make life-long friends in the process. You will be introduced to techniques for geologic mapping and geologic investigation in the field, including: systematic observations and data collection for lithologic columns and structural cross-sections. You will learn how to interpret field relationships and data to determine the stratigraphic and deformational history of the region. All camping equipment, transportation and meals are provided! Previous mapping experience is not required. The course is held the last two weeks of summer in September before Autumn Quarter. Undergraduate students may enroll in either the Spring Quarter before the course runs following September or the Fall Quarter after the course runs in September before courses start. Graduate students will enroll the Fall Quarter after the course runs in September before courses start. Find out more about this exciting field experience here: https://epsci.stanford.edu/academics-admissions/why-major-earth-and-planetary-sciences/eps-105-field-methods