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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T090000
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SUMMARY:29th Lakeside Gem & Mineral Show - April 18-19
DESCRIPTION:It’s less than a month away!  The members of the Lakeside Gem & Mineral Club invite all to our 29th Annual Gem and Mineral show April 18-19. Join us at the Benton County Fairgrounds Building #2 in Kennewick.  \nThe enlarged show features 19 dealers\, 36 member displays\, demonstrations\, kid activities\, door prizes\, silent auctions\, geode cracking\, and much more. Come see precious gemstones\, minerals\, jewelry\, fossils\, meteorites\, special exhibits\, local collections\, and of course\, ROCKS! \nAdults $5.00; children under 14 are free. It’s a fun family event. We hope to see you there! \n 
URL:https://iafi.org/event/29th-lakeside-gem-mineral-show-april-18-19/
LOCATION:Benton County Fairgounds\, 1500 S. Oak\, Kennewick\, WA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lake Lewis,Meeting
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SUMMARY:Geology of the Tri-Cities Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:The Lake Lewis Chapter of the Ice Age Floods Institute is sponsoring an informal (carpool) field trip focus on the geology in and around Richland\, Washington.  \nWe will leave from the southwest portion of the Richland Community Center (500 Amon Park Dr.\, Richland\, WA 99352) parking lot (nearest to Wake-Up Coffee House).  Please try to arrive by 8:45 AM so that we can get organized into as few vehicles as possible and be ready to leave by 9:00 am.  We will try to get back around 3:30 or 4:00 pm. \nThis field trip will examine the geologic materials\, processes\, and history of the Tri-City area\, including exposures of the massive Columbia River basalts\, ancestral Columbia River and Yakima River deposits (including the Ringold Formation)\, old sequences of Ice Age flood deposits (some greater than 780\,000 years old)\, as well as young Ice Age flood deposits and loess exposed at the  Coyote Canyon Mammoth Site.  There will be 5 or 6 main stops\, with some cross-country hiking (up to 1.3 miles) on unimproved game trails.  Some areas are pretty steep\, with uneven terrain and loose gravel\, presenting slip\, trip and fall hazards.  Other physical hazards can also be present in places\, including rusty nails\, glass\, sharp metal\, wood\, and masonry debris.  There is also the potential for biological hazards such as ticks\, yellowjackets\, black widows\, scorpions\, rattlesnakes\, and the ever-present cheat grass.  \nPlease bring a lunch\, snacks\, water\, etc. and be sure to dress appropriately for the weather conditions and for walking in uneven terrain.  Wear sturdy shoes (no open toes\, sandals\, or flip-flops!)\, bring an extra layer of clothing\, and be prepared for wind\, rain\, or sun.  If it’s sunny and hot\, you’ll need a hat and sunscreen.  Oh\, and be sure to bring a camera! \nThe field trip is free.  However\, carpooling and ride cost sharing are encouraged.  You can also join and/or donate to IAFI through https://iafi.org/join-iafi/ or donate to the IAFI K-12 Education Grant Program through https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/donate-to-iafi-k-12-education-grant-program. \nPlease contact George Last (gvlast@charter.net) if you would like to attend or if you have any questions.
URL:https://iafi.org/event/geology-of-the-tri-cities-field-trip/
LOCATION:Richland Community Center\, 500 Amon Park Dr\, Richland\, WA\, 99352\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Field Trip,Lake Lewis
ORGANIZER;CN="Lake Lewis Chapter":MAILTO:lakelewis@iafi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260303T184500
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SUMMARY:The Missoula Floods and the SVRP Aquifer
DESCRIPTION:The Lake Lewis chapter of the Ice Age Floods Institute will host a free Zoom lecture exploring the dramatic creation of the Spokane Valley – Rathdrum Prairie (SVRP) Aquifer! As part of our 2026 public lecture series exploring key features along the path of the Missoula Floods\, we’ll investigate the vast and vital groundwater system that continues to supply water to hundreds of thousands of people. We’ll explore the impact of the ancient floods on the creation of the SVRP and some of the unique qualities of this important resource. \nThis event is free to attend. You can also join and/or donate to IAFI through https://iafi.org/join-iafi/ or donate to the IAFI K-12 Education Grant Program through https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/donate-to-iafi-k-12-education-grant-program. \nThe Zoom meeting details are below: \nJoin Zoom Meeting:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/86098163242?pwd=mtywXwg321VtUNvAogFYx5xnK8aF13.1 \nMeeting ID: 860 9816 3242\nPasscode: 488690
URL:https://iafi.org/event/the-missoula-floods-and-the-svrp-aquifer/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Activity,Education,Lake Lewis,Lecture,Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Lake Lewis Chapter":MAILTO:lakelewis@iafi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260106T183000
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SUMMARY:An Introduction to the Missoula Floods
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Gary Ford\, president of the Ice Age Floods Institute\, will provide an introductory presentation of the Missoula Floods and reveal ho repeated\, cataclysmic floods during the last Ice Age carved a dramatic landscape through much of the Pacific Northwest. \nEvent: IAFI Lake Lewis January Member Meeting and Guest Lecture “An Introduction to the Missoula Floods” By Gary Ford\nDate: January 6\, 2026\nTime: Members Meeting: 6:30PM-7:00PM\, Lecture: 7:00PM – 8:00PM (PST)\n \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/87852702318?pwd=Ye0a71u5MbQUtry9qp6u2qSw79dqIa.1 \nMeeting ID: 878 5270 2318\nPasscode: 634508
URL:https://iafi.org/event/an-introduction-to-the-missoula-floods/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Lake Lewis,Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lake Lewis Chapter":MAILTO:lakelewis@iafi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251104T183000
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SUMMARY:EVOLUTION OF THE COLUMBIA RIVER SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION:We have always assumed that the Columbia River and its tributaries have been the same for many millions of years. The Earth is constantly fooling us like that.  In reality most river systems are dynamic\, and the Columbia River is no exception. We will explore how it has changed over the past 16 million years.  We’ll see how in earlier times locations such as like Yakima\, Prosser and Benton City would have been on the Columbia River\, while the Tri-Cities would have been left high and dry. \nThe Columbia River system is one of the great river systems of North America\, draining much of the Pacific Northwest\, as well as parts of the western United States and British Columbia. The river system has had a long and complex history\, slowly evolving over the past 17MY The Columbia River and its tributaries have been shaped by flood basalt volcanism\, Cascade volcanism\, regional tectonism\, and finally outburst floods from Glacial Lake Missoula. The most complex part of river development has been in the northern part\, the Columbia Basin\, where the Columbia River and its tributaries were controlled by a subsiding Columbia Basin with subtle anticlinal ridges and synclinal valleys superimposed on a flood basalt landscape. After negotiating this landscape\, the course to the Pacific Ocean led through the Cascade Range via the Columbia Trans-Arc Lowland\, an ancient crustal weakness zone that separates Washington and Oregon. The peak of flood basalt volcanism obliterated the river paths\, but as flood basalt volcanism waned\, the rivers were able to establish courses within the growing fold belt. As the folds grew larger\, the major pathways of the rivers moved toward the center of the Columbia Basin where subsidence was greatest. The finishing touches to the river system\, however\, were added during the Pleistocene by the Missoula floods\, which caused local repositioning of river channels.
URL:https://iafi.org/event/evolution-of-the-columbia-river-system/
LOCATION:The Reach Museum\, 1943 Columbia Park Trl \, WA\, Richland\, WA\, 99352\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lake Lewis,Meeting,Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lake Lewis Chapter":MAILTO:lakelewis@iafi.org
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SUMMARY:2025 IAFI Membership Meeting - Gorge-ous Gathering May2-3-4
DESCRIPTION: Celebrating Ice Age Floods Institute’s 30th Anniversary\nThe annual IAFI Membership Meeting is coming to the Columbia Gorge this May 2-3\, 2025\, and all our members and their guests are cordially invited to come experience some of the best and most interesting features the Gorge has to offer. There’ll be opportunities to explore storied Gorge wildflowers and native plants\, geology and winery field trips\, whitewater rafting\, a membership meeting/dinner and a presentation by the ever-entertaining Nick Zenter. \n \nFriday\, May 2nd\, will be action packed with activities during the day. Choose between a guided Spring Wildflower Walk\, a Journey Through Terroir field trip\, an Unveiling the Gorge field trip (repeated on Sunday\, May 4). \n \n \nThere are also opportunities available every day for full-day or half-day adventure whitewater raft trips on the Klickitat or White Salmon Rivers with Wet Planet Rafting\, a local world-class rafting company. Friday evening will feature our members meeting and dinner\, followed by an entertaining and informative presentation by the inimitable Nick Zenter exploring and geolocating J Harlan Bretz’s field notes. \n \nJim O’Connor\nRichard Waitt\n Saturday\, May 3rd\, will feature the main Ice Age Floods Gorge Geology Field Trip – Explore evidence of the Ice Age Floods in the Columbia Gorge led by USGS expert geologists Jim O’Connor and Richard Waitt. This  field trip will examine the geology of the Columbia River Gorge with emphasis on the effects of the Ice Age Missoula floods\, examining key sites and discussing the latest research. Learn more about the Missoula Floods\, explore dramatic flood landforms\, and enjoy beautiful vistas\, lunch at the Deschutes River Park (order a box lunch or bring your own)\, and a no-host afternoon recap at Maryhill Winery. \nCheck-in begins each day at 8:00 AM at the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center\nFind more detailed information here\n\nThere is also plenty to see and do in the Gorge to keep you fascinated and engaged if you can stay another day.\nVisit iconic Multnomah Falls (I-84 access only) and spectacular Vista House at Crown Point overlook.\nVisit Timberline Lodge\, a stunning 1930’s CCC project\, on the snowy upper flanks of Mt. Hood.\nTravel the Hood River Fruit Loop or ride the Mt Hood Railroad\nHike one (or more) of the innumerable and spectacular Gorge hiking trails\nTake Windsurfing and Kiteboarding lessons or just watch the action\nEnjoy fine dining\, artisan wineries\, breweries\, museums and shops throughout the Gorge.\nThere’s so much more to see and do that we can’t even begin to list it all.
URL:https://iafi.org/event/2025-iafi-membership-meeting-gorge-ous-gathering-may2-3-4/
LOCATION:Columbia Gorge Discovery Center\, 5000 Discovery Dr.\, The Dalles\, OR\, 97058\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,All IAFI,Cheney-Spokane,Coeur,Columbia Gorge,Ellensburg,Entertainment,Field Trip,Grand Coulee,Lake Lewis,Lower Columbia,Meeting,Missoula,Palouse Falls,Presentation,Puget Lobe,Wenatchee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241112T203000
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SUMMARY:Dr. Scott Burns - Ancient Ice Age Floods Before the Missoula Floods
DESCRIPTION:Join in to Learn About The Unfolding Story of Ancient Ice Age Floods in the Pacific Northwest \nAges End – Stev Ominski\nWe have had Ice Age Floods in the Pacific Northwest over the past 2.8 million years. We mostly concentrate on the last ones which are called the Missoula Floods that happened between 15\,000-20\,000 years ago. But there is an unfolding story in the Pacific Northwest of many Ice Age Floods before the Missoula Floods. Erica Medley\, an MS student of Scott Burns\, did her thesis on the topic and discovered many outcrops of these ancient floods which are rarely discussed. Dr. Burns will talk about these oft-forgotten floods and the very interesting story of these neglected Ancient Ice Age Floods in the Pacific Northwest \nJoin on Zoom to learn more about these very interesting older Ice Age Floods\,\nTuesday\, Nov. 12\, 2024 at 7:00 PM (Pacific Time)\nOnly on Zoom – Click Here to Join Zoom Meeting\nMeeting ID: 867 5486 6921\nPasscode: 342192\nOne tap mobile: +12532158782\,\,86754866921#\nMeeting ID: 867 5486 6921\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdugrTW42K \nDr. Scott Burns taught geology for 54 years in Switzerland\, New Zealand\, Washington\, Colorado and Louisiana before coming in 1990 to Portland State University. He loves talking about the geology of the Pacific Northwest and this subject that is so many times neglected.\nProfessor Emeritus of Engineering Geology\, Portland State University\nPresident IAEG (International Association of Engineering Geologist and the Environment)\nMember Board of Directors\, Lower Columbia Chapter Ice Age Floods Institute.\nCo-Author revised Second Edition: “Cataclysms on the Columbia”\nEmail: BurnsS@pdx.edu Telephone: (503} 725-3389 Website: http://dr-scott-burns.com
URL:https://iafi.org/event/dr-scott-burns-ancient-ice-age-floods-before-the-missoula-floods-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:All IAFI,Lake Lewis,Meeting,Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lake Lewis Chapter":MAILTO:lakelewis@iafi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240514T190000
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SUMMARY:MCBONES:  The Coyote Canyon Mammoth Site
DESCRIPTION:Gary Kleinknecht will present MCBONES: The Coyote Canyon Mammoth Site \nLearn about the activities going on at this local mammoth dig site\, the impact of Ice Age floods revealed at the site and the ongoing paleoenvironmental study. Presented by our own Lake Lewis Chapter Program Director and ‘go-to’ mammoth dig volunteer: Gary Kleinknecht. Gary serves as the Education Director for MCBONES\, the educational 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization which oversees activities at the Coyote Canyon site. \nTuesday\, May 14th @7PM at The REACH Museum\n1943 Columbia Park Trail\, Richland\, WA 99352
URL:https://iafi.org/event/mcbones-the-coyote-canyon-mammoth-site/
LOCATION:The Reach Museum\, 1943 Columbia Park Trl \, WA\, Richland\, WA\, 99352\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lake Lewis,Lecture,Meeting
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://iafi.org/wp-content/uploads/Gary-Kleinknecht4.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Barnes%2C Publicity":MAILTO:graphicswest2@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240220T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240220T203000
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CREATED:20230205T010626Z
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SUMMARY:Ice Age Floodscapes of the Pacific Northwest
DESCRIPTION:Ice Age Floodscapes of the Pacific Northwest: A photographic exploration \nGeologist and author Bruce Bjornstad will present a bird’s eye view of the Ice Age megafloods that impacted the Pacific Northwest as recently as 14\,000 years ago and shaped the landscape of the mid-Columbia basin. Bruce’s presentation will be a stunning picture show of amazing drone photos from all over the Pacific NW flood plain. This will be  a hybrid meeting\, live and livestreamed via ZOOM\, on Tuesday evening at 7PM. We will post it to Youtube after editing.  It will be great. \n \nBruce Bjornstad is a retired geologist with degrees from the University of New Hampshire and Eastern Washington University living in Richland\, Washington. During his career Bjornstad has written numerous documents and reports on the geology of eastern Washington as well as two geologic guidebooks “On the Trail of the Ice Age Floods” that tell of the transformation of the Pacific Northwest as recently as 14\,000 years ago. Bjornstad is also the creator of the online YouTube Channel  “Ice Age Floodscapes”. Most recently\, Bjornstad has published a new\, full-color\, coffee-table-style book titled: “Ice Age Floodscapes of the Pacific Northwest: A Photographic Exploration”. Bruce will have books available for purchase. \nThis presentation is free to attend. It begins at 7 pm\, Tuesday\, February 20\, at the REACH Museum\, 1943 Columbia Park Trail\, Richland\, WA\nOr join the Zoom Meeting\, 7PM – 8:30PM \nPlease note\, the Zoom link that was listed before Feb. 8 was a mistake\, the correct link is:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/88136774109?pwd=zLCbrWxCXIzqJ5TK2bNshKCtRCCaRh.1\nMeeting ID: 881 3677 4109\nPasscode: 726292
URL:https://iafi.org/event/ice-age-floodscapes-of-the-pacific-northwest-a-photographic-exploration/
LOCATION:The Reach Museum\, 1943 Columbia Park Trl \, WA\, Richland\, WA\, 99352\, United States
CATEGORIES:All IAFI,Lake Lewis,Meeting,Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Barnes%2C Publicity":MAILTO:graphicswest2@gmail.com
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