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Kenneth S. Norris Rancho Marino Reserve

24 Jun, 02 PM - 26 Jun, 10 AM

Make observations of coastal geology with the Physical Geology Field Studies students. Overall on this leg of the trip, we will explore coastal geology of the coastline from Morro Bay to Big Sur. The Norris Reserve will allow students to experience an active emergent coastline including a spectacular marine terrace, sea arches, sea stacks, etc. Achieve the SLOs for our field courses, as follows: • Apply key elements of the scientific method to the examination of a geologic field problem. • Recognize and interpret basic rock types and geologic features in a given field area. • Evaluate the role of plate tectonics in producing the geologic features. • Understand basic geologic features of Southern California.
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Faculty Jun 24 - 26, 2025 (3 days)
Undergraduate Student Group of 20 Jun 24 - 26, 2025 (3 days)
Faculty Jun 24 - 26, 2025 (3 days)
Professional Group of 2 Jun 24 - 26, 2025 (3 days)

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Meeting area with kitchen 1 Jun 24 - 26, 2025
Camping Space 23 Jun 24 - 26, 2025
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