A note about our programs:
We hold most programs rain, snow, or shine, unless we notify you otherwise. If you cancel your registration seven days or more prior to the program date, we’ll refund your fee in full. If you cancel within seven days of the program date, we are unable to refund your fee. If the Foundation of the State Arboretum cancels a program for any reason, we will refund your fee in full. Programs open to children/youth require an adult to attend with them and the adult is responsible for their supervision for the duration of the program. Advance registration is required for all programs. Space is limited.
Geologic Histories and Environmental Futures
6:00 - 7:00 PM Friday, November 6th
This program will focus on the general geology of Virginia’s Valley and Ridge province. We will discuss the geologic history of the area and the processes involved in forming and shaping the karst landscape and its unique features. We will talk about how to identify the different rock types and how to recognize some of the different formations and geologic structures typical of the area. Finally, we will consider the geologic and environmental implications of different types of development in the area.
Speaker: Dr. Chrissy Hall is an assistant professor in the Natural Sciences department at UVA Wise. She is a paleontologist by training and teaches geology classes in the Earth and Environmental Science programs. Her research focuses on understanding how animals responded to past environmental changes with the goal of better understanding what impacts we might expect with modern environmental changes.
Audience: These programs are designed for adults.
What to expect: A talk in the library.
Where to meet: The library at the Quarters building.