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Earth History of the National Capital Region –Volcanoes, Earthquakes & Dinosaurs…Oh My!

Melanie Gade, Neighbor

Reston, VA was founded 47 years ago and Europeans first settled in the National Capital region 403 years ago. This human footprint can't compare to the dynamic Earth history of this region, extending back as early as 1,180 million years ago and continuing today. For over 120 years, USGS has studied and mapped the region revealing a rick and diverse geologic past. Learn the story of the formation and destruction of continents and oceans, the eruption of ancient volcanoes, climatic and sea level changes as well as the hazards of modern landslides, earthquakes and karst. Discover the region's fossils, dinosaur tracks, and gold, perhaps in your own backyard! Bring your favorite local rocks, minerals and fossils for identification after the talk.

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