The Geology and Natural History of the San Juan River

Natural History Institute

This multi-day river adventure explores the rich geology and natural history of San Juan River with Lon Abbott and Tom Fleischner.

NHI Touchstone Tours Presents<h3>Diatremes and Anticlines, Cottonwoods and Songbirds: The Geology and Natural History of the San Juan River</h3>This is a river trip of legendary proportions! Few people get to float this iconic stretch of river with guides like Lon Abbott and Tom Fleischner. Upwarps, anticlines, diatremes, big horn sheep, warbler songs, prince’s plumes and a vibrant river all waiting for their stories to be told by people who know the landscape as few do. This knowledge and understanding is conferred in a trip atmosphere facilitated by river masters who take a deep pride in their record of satisfied participants. Register soon, events like this are rare.

<ul><li>Where: San Juan River – Sand Island to Mexican Hat </li><li>When: May 9, 2022 through May 12, 2022 </li><li>Number of Days/Nights: Four days and three nights</li><li>Transportation: Vans depart 8 am Natural History Institute, Prescott; return 8:00 pm Natural History Institute or provide your own transport</li><li>Group Size: Maximum 20</li><li>Age Group: Adults and youth 16+</li><li>Cost per Person: $949</li></ul>All registrants must be vaccinated

Itinerary: This multi-day river adventure explores the rich natural history and geology of the Colorado Plateau while floating 27 miles of the scenic San Juan river. The river trip begins at the Sand Island Group Campground near Bluff, Utah, and ends in Mexican Hat. This section of canyon country offers spectacular scenery and abundant natural history wonders. The river varies from calm water to fun Class ll rapids. Participants will paddle a rubber raft, with some option to simply ride in an oar boat. Each day will include structured and unstructured activities focused on the geology and natural history and we will offer hikes, both casual and challenging for you to choose. And of course, you can expect three delicious meals per day. The trip package includes all gear specific to river rafting, while clients will provide personal sleeping equipment and appropriate clothing. There is something for everyone on this educational adventure.Notes:<ul><li>We will camp at Sand Island Campground near Bluff, UT, on the evening of May 9th. Dinner is provided. </li><li>All river gear is provided including a waterproof gear bag. </li><li>Tents are not provided, but available for rental.</li><li>All attendees are required to show proof of vaccination.</li></ul><a href="https://mailchi.mp/naturalhistoryinstitute.org/diatremes-and-anticlines-cottonwoods-and-songbirds-the-geology-and-natural-history-of-the-san-juan-river" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Click here for additional information</a>

Lon Abbott is a Senior Instructor at the University of Colorado's Geological Sciences Department. Lon has published three geology books, including Hiking the Grand Canyon's Geology and over 40 articles for a general audience. His current research efforts include trying to decipher when the Southern Rocky Mountains rose and when and why the Grand Canyon was carved.

Tom Fleischner is the Senior Advisor &amp; Director Emeritus of the Natural History Institute, and Faculty Emeritus at Prescott College. He has led educational explorations of the Colorado Plateau canyon country for more than 35 years, and is the author of Singing Stone: A Natural History of the Escalante Canyons, among other books and articles.

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