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GEOLOGY AND MINING HISTORY FIELD TRIPS
sponsored by
UNITED STATES BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT
and
THE BUENA VISTA MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY

The Bureau of Land Management and Buena Vista Museum of Natural History have initiated a program of earth science field trips to points of ecologic, geologic paleontologic and historic interest throughout central California. These trips are designed for persons of high school age and older. It is not necessary to have a technical background to attend or benefit from the trips. These field trips are recommended for teachers and many of them can be taken for in-service continuing education credit through California State University Bakersfield

REGULARLY SCHEDULED FIELD TRIPS

Each trip includes a full spectrum of environmental and land management topics. Some field trips are conducted using buses or vans. Private vehicles may also be used. A field guide is prepared for most of the field trips, which include maps and directions that can be used by anyone for self-guided investigation of the geology along the field trip route.

Contact us for a list of curent BLM Field Trips or go to: Field Trips for a list of custom trips you can request.

EXPLORE

The Geology Field Trip Program explores the changes that have occurred throughout California's complex and fascinating geologic history and focuses on the human interaction with this geology over the past 150 years. Since the discovery of gold at Sutter's Mill in 1848, the landscape of California has never been the same. We live in an environment today with a range of social issues that are directly linked to our geologic past. Symposia and field trips of this interpretive outdoor program are designed to bring this message to residents of all parts of California.

CUSTOM FIELD TRIPS

Custom tours are available to all areas of California for groups of 25 or more. None of these tours are scheduled at this time. To schedule a group tour call 661-391-6177 to find out more information.

ABOUT THE FIELD TRIP LEADERS:

The primary leader of all field trips is Dr. Gregg Wilkerson, a geologist with the Bureau of Land Management office in Bakersfield. Gregg has worked as a mining geologist, petroleum geologist, ecology consultant, and other earth science related disciplines. Usually joining Gregg are a variety of scientists and historians who impart knowledge unique to each field trip. Much of that knowledge is broadcast via CB radio.

Bring Lunch and Plenty of Water.

These field trips are generally one day (Saturday), and begin and end in Bakersfield.

GUIDEBOOKS

Guidebooks are highly recommended and are available for most field trips via CD -ROM. Contact Dr. Wilkerson at the Bureau of Land Management office to obtain the CD.

TO PAY FOR YOUR RESERVATIONS:

Make your check payable to -Buena Vista Museum of Natural History- and mail to BVMNH, 2018 Chester Ave., Bakersfield, CA 93301. The registration fee is 10.00 per person, 25.00 per car load for 3 persons or more. Reservations can be made via phone using MC/Visa by calling the museum at (661) 324-6350.

If you have any questions about these field trips call Dr. Gregg Wilkerson at (661) 391-6177 or the museum at (661) 324-6350.

You will be asked to sign a "Hold Harmless" agreement before the field trip begins.

Cancellation Policy: You will receive 100% refund if you cancel prior to 72 hours from the start of the field trip. You will receive no No refund if you cancelled within 72 hours of the start of the field trip.

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