Geology Field Camp Montana

Hosted by: South Dakota School of Mines

2026-05-24-2026-06-25

https://geologyfieldcamp.sdsmt.edu/Montana%20Field%20Camp.htm

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Grand Prismatic is one of our stops during this field experience.

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Another stop during our studies is the Teton Fault. Students study the tectonic processes that resulted in this majestic landscape.

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Description

Get ready for an immersive geologic field experience like no other! Over the course of this field program, students will develop critical skills in geologic field observations, map construction, stratigraphic section measurements, and structural analysis. You'll interpret geologic history through both stratigraphic and structural relationships examined in the field.

Credits

6 credits

Application Deadline

2026-03-31

Costs

Tuition - $2,746
Other course fees - $2949

Other Important Information

Epic Road Trip to Geological Wonders! For one week, we'll embark on an unforgettable geology-focused road trip exploring some of the most spectacular geological sites in the country:

Yellowstone National Park – Witness the power of the Yellowstone hotspot and its hydrothermal features.
Craters of the Moon – Experience firsthand the remnants of recent volcanic eruptions.
Grand Tetons – Study breathtaking tectonic uplift and faulting in real time.

Contact Info

For more information, contact Paulo Hidalgo (phidalgo@gsu.edu) or Nuri Uzular (Nuri.Uzunlar@sdsmt.edu)