On April 30th, 2010 the Physical Geology (GEL 101) class took a field trip to Devils Lake State Park, located just outside of Baraboo, Wisconsin. The purpose of this field trip was to show students geology outside of the classroom. The course was lead by Kate Kramer, Instructor of Earth Science and Geology, and Bev Dow, Instructor of Biology.
The students had a wonderful time examining the ancient quartzite of the area, as well as the more recent glacial topography. Students identified glacial end moraines, ripple marks, various rock types, and an angular unconformity representing a 1 billion year gap in the rock record.
We also had the opportunity to visit Parfrey’s Glen Nature Preserve, where the students were able to view hurricane deposits, and stream erosion. As one student put it, “This was an AWESOME field trip, and a great chance to see geologic processes.” (submitted by K.K.)
