Summer 2025 Field Camps

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Introductory Field Geology Camps

Intro to Field Geology Camp        Cascade Volcano Field Course

Two or three week summer courses providing an introduction to geologic sciences.  Please note that only one of these courses can be counted toward the Geology or Paleontology track requirements.

  • Field Geology Camp: Two-week camping-based course offering an introduction to geologic mapping tools and skills.
    • Prerequisites: ERTH 101 or ERTH 201
    • Open to: Current University of Oregon students only – ERTH majors, minors, and beyond. 
    • May serve as a prerequisite for Advanced Field Geology Camp at some point in the future.
  • Cascade Volcano Field Course: 3-week summer course divided into asynchronous online portions, and a field portion in the central Oregon Cascades focusing on the geology, geography, and human aspects of volcanoes. 

Advanced Field Geology Camps

Physical Volcanology    Classic Mapping   Field Hydrology

Advanced mapping and geologic interpretation of complex sites. Multiple two-week sections.

  • Physical Volcanology Field Camp: Based out of Newberry Volcano, Oregon. Using methods and techniques pertaining to physical volcanology, we will determine the volume and intensity of the last eruption of Newberry Volcano (Big Obsidian Flow, 640 CE), and learn about silicic eruptions and tephra transport.
  • Classic Mapping Field Camp: Based out of Dillon Montana. During this project, we will first familiarize ourselves with the region’s Paleozoic and Mesozoic stratigraphy and then create a geologic map of Block Mountain, a complexly deformed area.
  • Hydrology Field Camp: Explores field sites around Eugene-Springfield area, including a local winery, wetland, Fern Ridge Reservoir, and the McKenzie River. Gain hands-on skills and apply soil and hydrology techniques in stunning natural settings.

Open to: University of Oregon and non-University of Oregon students.

Prerequisites:

  • Field Methods               
  • Sedimentology and Stratigraphy
  • Structure                       
  • Mineralogy and Petrology
  • Intro Hydrogeology (only for Field Hydrology)

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