University of Alaska Fairbanks Geology Field Camp Pt. 2

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UAF Geology Field Camp in the Talkeetna Mountains with a view of the folded Nelchina limestone.

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2025-07-08-2025-08-03

https://www.uaf.edu/geosciences/academics/field_geology_geos_f454/index.php

Description

Situated in the beautiful eastern Talkeetna Mountains of central Alaska, the Limestone Gap field camp provides excellent exposure of diverse Jurassic to Paleogene sedimentary and volcanic rocks of the Wrangellia Composite Terrane. The area is perfect for detailed mapping of lithologic contacts and presents interesting structural problems. Our field camp combines traditional geologic mapping with digital tools – we are using tablets and the StraboSpot mapping app. The Limestone Gap field camp embodies the essential Alaskan experience: a remote camp in the tundra, accessed only by small plane, and a chance to see Caribou up close.

Credits

4 credit hours

Application Deadline

2025-02-17

Costs

Tuition - $1,736 (Western Undergraduate Exchange); $3,420 (non-resident)
Other course fees - $2,200

Other Important Information

Tuition and fees cover transportation to, lodging and food in the field. Not included are travel to Alaska and accommodation in Fairbanks.
Scholarships are available for non-resident students.

Contact Info

For more information, contact Jochen Mezger (jemezger@alaska.edu).