#death valley geology

[bettergeology]

Debris-flow breccia, Mosaic Canyon, Seath Valley National Park, California, USA.

[leahberman]

painted peaks; death valley, california

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[herbalnature]

Catch a glimpse of the golden ridges of Zabriskie Point, a strikingly beautiful badland area in Death Valley National Park, CA. As the sun washes over the landscape, the play of light and shadow brings out the contours of this natural wonder.

[slightlymessystudyblr]

Took a 4 day trip to Death Valley for my Field Geology class. I learned a ton about volcanism, paleolakes, ventifacts, and more. The world is a beautiful place.

[camryntheking]

Intro post!

I am becoming more active on here so i figured i would make an intro post!

I am a 21, autistic, queer, non-binary person and i use he/they pronouns! I have many interests and i am part of many fandoms. I go through hyperfixations. You can probably tell what im currently on by looking at my posts lol

What are some of my interests?

DnD

Animals (specifically frogs, hamsters, and guinea pigs)

Video games (SoulsBorne, Reckoning, Fable, Minecraft, Satisfactory, Stardew Valley, and more)

Puzzles

Art

Cooking/Baking

Rocks! (I study geology)

Collections (tiny glassware, Pokémon cards)

Space

Science

All kinds of music (except country. Sorry). Current favorite artist is bbno$

And more im probably forgetting lmao

What are some fandoms im a part of?

9-1-1 and 9-1-1: Lone Star (however i am very behind in both)

Steven Universe

Legend of Vox Machina

Avatar, the Last Airbender

Good Omens

Stranger Things

Our Flag Means Death

Hazbin Hotel

Smii7y

Kryoz

Blarg

Grizzy

Puffer

Dan and Phil (not as much as i used to. Im more of a casual viewer now)

Again, probably more i cant think of right now

I would love to get to interact with others with similar interests! I love discussing theories and head cannons, or even just reading rants. Feel free to pop in my messages (i will try my best to answer. Its something im working on lol). Also feel free to submit asks/theories/etc.!

[promontoryranger]

North Meets South - Changes In Latitudes

North meets South annually in my life.  I migrate. As beautiful as Alaska is in the winter, like the birds and the whales, I prefer to head for warmer climes when the days get shorter. In the following pairs of flowers, can you tell which is North and which is South? For years I worked in Death Valley National Park in the winter. People used to tell me, “Wow, you go from one extreme to the other!…

[wandering-jana]

Mosaic Canyon Trail, Death Valley National Park

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[studentinpursuitofclouds]

Hiya, Mousy! How are ya? 😁✨✨ Ahem, uhhh... *quickly throws you a big bomb of questions 💣💥 and then runs away*

Number one! I've been super curious about Julian's parents... 👉🏻👈🏻 Can we learn a bit about them? 👀 What did they think about Julian being a farmer? Also, what did they think about him being an adventurer and him doing magic?

Number two! Hehe, what were Julian's first impressions of Lance and Isaac? 👀👀 Bonus!: Camilla, Alesia & Jadu too! (if you like, of course)

Number three! Does Julian have anyone that he dislikes at first? Or vice versa?

Number four, and last because, uhh, that's a lot! 😅 What does he think of the Amethynes in Ridgeside Village? (If that's included in Julian's lore, of course!)

Sorry if it's too much! That's a habit of mine that I can't remove once given the chance 😔🙏🏻 Take your time! ^^

Hi Nimi, it's good to see ya! Oh, is that a bo- *Boom!*

Oh! Hey, questions! Thank you for asking! ❤️

Be prepared, tho, this post is long 😅

Question 1: Parents lore

Chaotic, energetic, sometimes stubborn and fierce, and at the same time the kindest woman, the enchanting and beautiful Emilia Braflovski. Red-haired beauty, it is from her Julian inherited beautiful facial features, faint freckles and the color of the right eye (emerald green). Does not fit the principle of "lady", she is used to play with boys than with girls. Very gentle with her son and husband. If she finds out that someone has offended Julian, she will go into a rage like a mama bear (rip fools). She's been into fencing since childhood (I think Julian inherited his adventurer's skills from her, too), and still moonlights as a private fencing coach. A housewife, she enjoys molding pottery and small sculptures. In a fight with her parents, she considers her parents-in-law (Julian's Grandpa and Grandma) as her real parent.

Abraham Braflovski. The same handsome, blue-eyed and blond-haired man (yep, wheat hair, left blue eye and 6'2" tall, inherited from his dad), son of a famous farmer in the Valley, who decided not to reeducate the rebellious maiden, but to accept her and love her as she was. Emilia responded to him with mutual love. Wise, faithful, loyal. Not as emotional as his wife, sometimes it may seem that he is cold and aloof. In fact, he is very gentle and friendly, loves his family very much. When enraged he remains calm, but with a single glance he can make his interlocutor scared to death. Determined, a workaholic (Julian inherited this from him too). He works as a technical and artistic translator of several languages. He did not want to be a farmer, he wanted a life in a small modern town, and Abraham was happy when his father was not disappointed in his choice of profession, letting his beloved son be the master of his own happiness. Abraham loved his father and mother very much. The relationship with his wife's parents is rather... strained. He has a passion for geology and history.

They are both very proud that Julian has been able to achieve such success on his own, and are incredibly happy that their beloved son has found his home right here, in the same place where they themselves used to spend their childhood.

About the magic here is pretty.... mixed emotions. They know that magic exists in the world (and it's like a secret). They both know that Julian's grandparents have close ties to both magic, and to the Stardew Valley and Ridgeside Village itself. Grandparents told their children about these topics only the basics, no details. They all assumed that Julian didn't have magic... except for Grandpa. Grandpa knew about the so-called "Guardians", about Julian's magic. Abraham also has magic, it's just "not awaked". But he didn't dare reveal the secret, even before he passed away. Why? Who knows... Also about when Julian became adventurer: they are proud of him, but worried about their son as well.

Question 2: First impression

Lance made a high impression on him, and Julian immediately wanted to get to know him better. It's the same with Isaac, but Julian knows he has to open up to him, not force him to be a friend. "He's just like me for real!" - that's the first thing Julian thought of when he saw a tired Jadu. About Camilla, it's pretty complicated: Julian also wants to be her friend, and at the same time he has a "fight or flight" thought activated for some reason.

Question 3: Enemies

The only people he didn't like before were past "friends" at his old job who used him (but Julian has learned to forgive old grudges), well at first he slightly disliked Morris. But he knows that nothing in this world is black or white - it's the same with people. And still he strives to achieve good qualities from himself and others. A bit of a naive idealist, what can you take from him.

Question 4: Amethyne family

He knows that the phrase "the rich cry too" fits the description of their family perfectly. In Louie and Ariah, he didn't see spoiled brats, just children who had the burden of their family's name dumped on them. He sees the sadness in Maive's eyes, and at times disagrees with her parenting methods, but respects her for striving for perfectionism and wanting the good of her family and everyone in Ridgeside Village.

He is not skeptical about Amethyne. They are all people with their own problems, whether you are rich or poor.

[biking-viking-explorer]

Another beautiful rock. This one in Death Valley National Park. Check out the veins in that rock. Beautiful! #geology #rocks #nature #NaturePhotography #OptOutside #outdoors #outside (at Death Valley National Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnUgjCdJ_XK/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[bettergeology]

Fossilized camel footprints at a secret location in Death Valley National Park. These are probably somewhere between 10 and 15 million years old.

[anaelisafoto]

Take a refreshing dip in Lone Pine Lake, elevation 10,050 feet, on the trail to Mt. Whitney.  It’s a non-strenuous day hike--up and back-- from Whitney Portal.  This photo was taken in the autumn with no one in sight, except my friend and a ring-tailed cat who was studying our descent. 

Just as a reminder,  if you’re tempted to hike further, you need permits to summit Mt. Whitney.  Most hikers begin their trek in the dark hours of the morning with the goal to summit the peak before noon and to return to Whitney Portal before dark.   It can be done but you really have to know what you are doing.  It is a good idea to stop by the visitors center before heading up the Mt. Whitney trail. 

Mt. Whitney is the highest point in the contiguous United States and the Sierra Nevada mountains, at an elevation of 14,505 feet. To say that the weather at that elevation is subject to change is an understatement.

 If crampons, climbing ropes, and snow-weather hiking gear is not your thing, and/or you just need a hike to break up your Highway 395 road trip, then a hike up to Lone Pine Lake is a very good alternative to quell your mountain fever. 

Moving on from this crested majesty and the crisp mountain air, is Death Valley National Park just 64-miles away.  In an hours time, you’ll be traveling more than miles in this disparity of highs and lows.  With Mt. Whitney at 14,050 feet; Whitney Portal at 8,000 feet; in a lunch breaks time, you’ll descend into the lowest point in the United States at at 282-feet below sea level; at Badwater Basin, in Death Valley National Park.  What wonder in geology form and time. 

If the gateway to the Great Basin with it’s other-worldly landscape,  and, depth beauty in striations of color, doesn’t capture your imagination, then perhaps, an ultra-marathon may be the best next-test in adventure you’re looking for?  

In the punishing heat of July ultra-marathoners take on the weather and distance to literally run day and night from Badwater Basin to Whitney Portal covering a distance of 135-miles.  As the LA Times points out, “There’s no prize money, but you must finish in less than 48 hours to receive the coveted Badwater 135 belt buckle.” 

 Well, okay! (?) Don’t knock it, till you try it, I suppose, but, I think I’d rather keep driving south to Del Mar. 

[shwoo]

I am back from America finally! The southwestern US has a lot of geology. My ratings of the national parks we went to:

Zion: Sandstone/10 Bryce Canyon: Mud Rivers/10 Grand Canyon: Proterozoic Basement Schist/10 Death Valley: Salt/10 Sequoia: Uphill Both Ways In The Snow/10 Yosemite: Granite/10

I could've rated Death Valley a Got Told Not To Keep Looking Directly At The Sun/10, but I think that would've happened anywhere under the partial eclipse path. I'd heard that the light through the trees looks different to normal, and last time I was around during a partial eclipse the birds started getting really loud for no apparent reason, but it turns out Badwater Basin is a bit low on both trees and birds.

[cactusbaseball]

I’m back on the net after several beautiful days off the grid doing geology in Death Valley what’s up

[haveyoureadthispoll]

Four ambitious climbers hike into the Kentucky wilderness. Seven months later, three mangled bodies are discovered. Were their deaths simple accidents or the result of something more sinister? This nail-biting, bone-chilling survival horror novel is inspired by the infamous Dyatlov Pass incident, and is perfect for fans of Alma Katsu and Showtime's Yellowjackets. This is going to be Dylan's big break. Her friend Clay, a geology student, has discovered an untouched cliff face in the Kentucky wilderness, and she is going to be the first person to climb it. Together with Clay, his research assistant Sylvia, and Dylan's boyfriend Luke, she is going to document her achievement on Instagram and finally cement her place as the next rising star in rock climbing.  Seven months later, three bodies are discovered in the trees just off the highway. All are in various states of decay: one body a stark, white skeleton; the second emptied of its organs; and the third a mutilated corpse with the tongue, eyes, ears, and fingers removed. But Dylan is still missing. Followers of her Instagram account report seeing disturbing livestreams, and some even claim to have caught glimpses of her vanishing into the thick woods, but no trace of her—dead or alive—has been discovered.  Were the climbers murdered? Did they succumb to cannibalism? Or are their impossible bodies the work of an even more sinister force? Is Dylan still alive, and does she hold the answers?  This page-turning debut will have you racing towards the inevitable conclusion.

[adam-cope]

America's Dream Town Offers Fun and Relaxation for Summer Vacationers

Americas Dream Town Offers Fun and Relaxation for Summer Vacationers

The passing of the Memorial Day weekend marked the start of the travel season and one Texas hotspot is gearing up for another busy summer. Voted Americas Dream Town in 2004, Glen Rose is one of the most popular travel destinations in Texas. In addition to being Americas Dream Town 2004, Glen Rose is also known as the Dinosaur Capitol of Texas due to the concentration of fossilized dinosaur tracks that were left all over the area.

Nature enthusiasts visiting Glen Rose will enjoy spending time at the Fossil Rim Wildlife Center. This 1800-acre world class, award-winning, conservation, research and education facility is home to over 1000 wild animals including 15 endangered species. Visitors can view the animals through the luxury of their own cars or take a guided tour bus through the park.

Another popular outdoor activity in Glen Rose is spending time on the two beautiful rivers, the Brazos and Paluxy. Both rivers offer crisp clear flowing water, which is best enjoyed from the comfort of a tube or canoe. Outfitters such as the Low Water Bridge Canoe Rentals offer trips for visitors. They will drop you in the river and pick you back up down stream. They even provide life jackets and paddles. Trips can be arranged in several different packages depending on the length of the float.

Glen Rose isnt just for the outdoor adventuresome types. There are plenty of relaxing indoor activities to enjoy as well. Probably the most special attraction in Glen Rose is the annual showing of The Promise which is a passion play depicting the birth, life and death of Jesus Christ. People come from all over the country to see the play, which will be in its 17 season this year. The play runs on Friday and Saturday nights from June 3 through October 30 at the Texas Amphitheatre located behind the Best Western Dinosaur Valley Inn and Suites.

Travelers looking for a restful place to spend their evenings should look into the Dinosaur Valley Inn and Suites. Guests at the hotel can take advantage of the tranquil outdoor amenities, which include a large swimming pool, baby pool with waterfall (located under an expansive pergola), cool misters that drop the outdoor temperature 15-25 degrees, a calming goldfish pond and free use of the outdoor barbeque grills. While sitting back and relaxing, guests can also help themselves to the evening snacks, which include popcorn, nachos and the hotel tradition of navy beans and ham.

A couple that recently visited Glen Rose had this to say about their visit:

What a delightful and unexpected surprise we had on our vacation to Glen Rose, Texas. This small Texas town, the home of the fossilized dinosaur tracks which were left over 100 million years ago in the limey mud in and near the Paluxy River, is a multi-faceted vacation spot for not only geology and nature buffs, but also music aficionados of the Chet Atkins, Boots Randolph and Floyd Cramer type at the Warm Country Heart Theatre in downtown Glen Rose. After enjoying a most delicious home-cooked dinner at Two Grannies, we walked down to the theater, where we were greeted enthusiastically by the members of the band and invited upstairs to the refurbished, old-fashioned theatre for an intensely lively and awesome performance. All five musicians in the group are high-caliber musicians and each member in the group has a highly respected background. For example, the drummer, Jack Greubel, performed with Floyd Cramer, Chet Atkins and Boots Randolph for 15 years in Nashville, while lead guitarist, Cecil White, and saxophonist, D.C. Barlow, were both Branson recording artists. All of the musicians, from the saxophonist to the keyboardist to the bass player to the lead guitarist to the drummer were extremely accomplished and very relaxed while electrifying with their performances! Their show was to be seen and heard to believe! We stayed at the extremely comfortable and very nice Best Western Dinosaur Valley Inn and Suite , which is about a block from the city park, with a wonderful walking/jogging trail. We loved every minute of our three-day stay and highly recommend a visit to this multi-faceted and very friendly town! Jolene and Jerry of Carmine, Texas.