<p>The Abiquiu region includes some of the most spectacular and diverse geology in the state of New Mexico. A triple junction of geologic provinces, including the Colorado Plateau, the Rio Grande Rift, and the Jemez Volcanic Field, coincide to tell a fascinating story of landscape evolution in constant change.\nAbiquiu: The Geologic History of O'Keeffe Country presents the three-hundred-million-year history told by the rocks of the Abiquiu area. With stunning photographs, timelines, and a regional geologic map, noted geologist Kirt Kempter explains the geologic story and landscape evolution of the region for travelers, hikers, and armchair geologists. With large-scale aerial photographs showing major geologic features, explanations of volcanic activity related to the Rio Grande Rift, and detailed descriptions of geologic strata that make up O'Keeffe's beloved Cerro Pedernal, Abiquiu tells the many chapters of changing environments and landscapes from Abiquiu's geologic past.</p>

Abiquiu: The Geologic History of O'Keeffe Country (High Desert Field Guides)

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Kempter, Kirt

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Earth Sciences

High Desert Field Guides

Kasha-Katuqe Tent Rocks National Monument is one of the most popular natural sites in northern New Mexico. Here, author and volcanologist Dr. Kirt Kempter explains the volcanic past and geologic features of the area for the average visitor. Color diagrams and graphics of the history of geologic formations, including the Rio Grande rift, provide background for understanding the area, and a detailed, durable topographic map provides information about trails and features for the day hiker.

Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument (High Desert Field Guides)

<p>In this roadside guide, popular lecturer, tour leader, and author Kirt Kempter makes geology interesting through his riveting explanations and engaging diagrams. Kempter presents the geology of the caldera landscape as you drive across it. A topographical map provides detailed information for every visitor, whether a scientist, a hiker, a cross-country skier, a fly fisherman, a hunter, or a curious admirer of nature's wonders.</p>

Valles Caldera National Preserve: Geologic History of the Southwest's Youngest Caldera (High Desert Field Guides)

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