10 articles tagged with geological sites
Standing on the banks of the Susquehanna River at dusk, I watched Harrisburg's skyline transform as artificial light gradually claimed dominance over the fading natural glow. As an astronomer accustomed to remote observatories, Pennsylvania's capital offered a fascinating juxtaposition of...
The American West harbors technical marvels that rival their European counterparts, yet remain woefully underappreciated in our collective consciousness. Southern Idaho—particularly the Twin Falls region—represents a fascinating convergence of hydrological engineering, geological phenomena, and agricultural innovation that merits scholarly attention...
I've explored volcanic landscapes from Iceland to Chile, but sometimes the most surprising discoveries happen in places you'd least expect. Conway, Arkansas isn't on most travelers' radar, but this college town nestled between the Ozarks and the Arkansas River Valley...
Standing atop the Herbert Glacier last summer, I was struck by how the massive ice formation tells a 3,000-year story of climate patterns and geological forces. As a geologist who has studied formations across continents, I can confidently say that...
After spending decades investigating crime scenes across America, I've developed a knack for spotting what others miss. Florence, Kentucky might not make the cover of travel magazines, but this Northern Kentucky town harbors fascinating historical layers and family-friendly attractions that...
After decades tracking criminals through various terrains, I've developed a particular appreciation for urban wilderness areas that offer both accessibility and escape. Thornton, Colorado presents a fascinating dichotomy - a rapidly developing suburban landscape interspersed with remarkably preserved natural areas...
Standing at the edge of the Great Falls, watching 77 feet of thundering water crash into the Passaic River below, I couldn't help but think about the circulatory system of a city—how water, like blood, brings life and purpose. Here...
Standing at the edge of Algar do Carvão, peering down into a volcanic chimney that plunges 90 meters into the earth's crust, I had one of those perfect teaching moments—except my classroom was now this magnificent island in the middle...
When my physics department colleagues heard I was heading to Laos, their first question was invariably, 'Why Vientiane?' Most travelers use this laid-back capital as merely a jumping-off point for Luang Prabang or the 4000 Islands. But as someone who's...
There's something magnificently moody about Seattle in autumn. The way the mist clings to the evergreens, how the Space Needle pierces through low-hanging clouds, and that distinct scent of coffee and salt water mingling in the cool air. Having spent...