PROGRAM

Geology of New Mexico Landscapes

Led by Albert Shultz & Peter Barkmann,

This workshop invites participants to explore the origins of iconic landscapes of Northern New Mexico, through geologic observation and interpretation during four field days plus arrival and departure days.  Inside colorful strata and sparkling crystals are stories of change – the natural processes that have assembled the land itself.  Besides looking at the geology of Ghost Ranch in detail, we will visit the edge of the Rio Grande Rift near Abiquiu, as well as venturing east to the ancient rocks underlying the Tusas Mountains, and southwest through the Jemez volcanic field near Los Alamos.


Dress for the outdoors, and be prepared for some easy to moderate hiking on our four field days.  We will spend one night in Jemez Springs, but otherwise will return to Ghost Ranch for dinner each day.

Program Details
Start Date:
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Categories: Geology Ghost Ranch Program
Date & Time Details: 3:00 pm Check in
10:00 am Check out
Location: Ghost Ranch
Address: 280 Private Drive 1708, Abiquiu, NM, USA
Contact: Programs programs@ghostranch.org 505-685-1000 Email Us About Program
Geology of New Mexico Landscapes
About the Leaders
Albert Shultz
Albert Shultz
Albert Shultz has lived in Glorieta since 2016. He retired after 24 years as a petroleum geologist and 7 years as a university professor, to return to his northern New Mexico roots. He studied geology at Colorado College and Indiana University, and specializes in sedimentary rocks, from stratigraphy to sandstone petrology to 3D geologic modeling.

Albert’s geologic projects have addressed the origins of “redbed” conglomerates in Colorado and New Mexico; coastal processes and sea-level change in Alabama; stratigraphy of sandstone outcrops from Utah to Arkansas to Spain to South Africa; and mapping and modeling subsurface geology in 16 countries around the world. He finds wonder and inspiration in all places where the earth’s construction reveals itself — whether through familiar local sights or more exotic locales. Besides maintaining his geologic interests, he is a member of the Santa Fe Stargazers and a board member of the Sangre de Cristo Audubon Society.
Peter Barkmann,
Peter Barkmann,
Peter Barkmann, Hydrogeologist-Emeritus, Colorado Geological Survey-Colorado School of Mines

Peter Barkmann grew up in Northern New Mexico surrounded by amazing geology and scenery. Inspired by this setting he obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Geology from Western Washington University and a Master of Science Degree in Geology from the University of Montana. His geological background spans minerals, petroleum, and geothermal exploration; and water resources mapping. Peter joined the Colorado Geological Survey (CGS) in 2002 as an expert in groundwater resources. He has also contributed as a lead mapper in the CGS STATEMAP 1:24,000 geologic mapping program.