Rockhound Trips

 

Explore Dynamic Iceland

Volcanoes and Glaciers on a Spreading Plate Boundary.

July 20-31, 2015   TRIP NOW FULL

      

  

Join four experienced leaders in a life-changing tour of the wonders of Iceland. Stand on a mid-ocean ridge, experience all forms of volcanism, see amazing glacial landscapes and so much more.

Iceland's rich geological history and strange interplay of volcanism and glaciers makes it one of the 'must see' destinations for all who love geology. It is a place of many surprises, with every turn of the road exposing amazing sights - waterfalls, geysers, craters, U-shaped valleys, ash falls etc. Layered on top is a rich history of an amazing culture.

This trip circles Iceland and takes in such classic sites as Þingvellir, Eyjafjallajökull 2010 eruption impact, Vatnajokull Ice Cap and outburst floods, classic lava flows, Askjr (fresh caldera), coastal dynamics, and sites of cultural significance.

Leaders

Leader - Dr. P. Jay Fleisher, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus, Earth Sciences Department, SUNY-
College at Oneonta, Oneonta, NY 13820; 607-286-7541; fleishpj@oneonta.edu.

Cost : US$3,875 for GSA teacher members and partners (US$3,995 for all non-GSA members). Cost does not include airfares to and from Iceland. Estimated addition costs for meals, shuttles etc in Iceland around $360.

Registration is due by 1 February 2015.