Geology of Denali
Denali National Park & Preserve
August 1-3
$320 (10% membership discount)

All of the spaces in this course have been filled.  To add your name to the waiting list, call (907) 683-1269 or email courses@murieslc.org.

Denali's landscape is sculpted by glaciers, rivers, landslides, and tectonics. Join Denali geologist Phil Brease for an introduction to Denali’s geology as we learn to recognize ancient geological patterns in rock and ice. This course is limited to 10 participants.

Accreditation
The University of Alaska Anchorage offers one professional development credit (level 500) for an additional $69 fee. The 10% membership discount does not apply to the credit fees.

Times and Location
Participants meet at the Murie Science and Learning Center, located at mile 1 of the Park Road. This course begins at 6:30 pm on the first day and ends at 4:00 pm on the last day.

Hiking Distances and Physical Fitness
Field Seminars are active learning experiences. Participants must be capable walkers, in good health, and equipped for sudden changes in weather. This course includes up to four miles of hiking and/or 1,000 foot elevation gain per day, over uneven terrain.

Lodging and Meals
This course is based out of the Murie Science and Learning Center Field Camp, located 29 miles inside Denali National Park along the Teklanika River. The Field Camp includes rustic tent cabins and a common dining tent. Family-style meals are simple and healthy. Each tent cabin sleeps four people on platform beds with mattresses. Participants bring their own sleeping bags and pillowcases.

Questions?
If you have questions about this particular course, please contact the Murie Science and Learning Center by emailing courses@murieslc.org or calling (907) 683-1269. Click here for additional information, including alternative ways to register and the cancellation policy.

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