Did you know that the Rockies might not be in the "right" place or that they are older than the Himalayas? Have you ever wondered where the oldest seafloor in British Columbia can be found? The answer might surprise you!
Dr. Nicholas Kinar will explore unusual local geological events on March 19 at the College's Cranbrook Campus.
Join Dr. Nicholas Kinar, College of the Rockies' passionate geology and geography instructor, for a fascinating presentation entitled An Unconventional Geological History of Cranbrook and the Kootenays on March 19 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Cranbrook campus.
Dr. Kinar, who incorporates the unique geological features of the Kootenays into his teaching, strongly believes in the power of regional education. The course materials he has created to share the region's fascinating natural history with his students are sure to be as appreciated by the public as they are in his classroom.
"There are countless unusual and surprising geological events that have shaped the Cranbrook area," Kinar said. "This presentation will uncover some of these hidden stories, offering a fresh perspective on the region's geological past. You might find yourself looking at Cranbrook in a whole new light."
During the presentation, Dr. Kinar's will explore such questions as:
- Has Cranbrook ever experienced volcanic activity?
- How was the Kimberley Mine formed?
- What caused the shifting of rocks and formation of mountains around Cranbrook?
- And why did glacial ice stop moving to the west of the Cranbrook campus?
Don't miss the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the extraordinary natural history of Cranbrook and the Kootenays.
An Unconventional Geological History of Cranbrook and the Kootenays will be held on March 19 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Cranbrook Campus's main lecture theatre (room KC250). Admission is free, but attendees are asked to pre-register online.
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