A JOURNEY to Montana geology
SPRING 2025 CAMAS TOURS
The Camas Prairie Ripples, located 12 miles north of Perma, Montana, appear as prominent ridges 15 to 50 feet high, 100 to 250 feet wide, and from 300 feet to a half-mile long – the largest ripples on earth.
Three DAY TOUR TO LIBBY FALLS, EUREKA, CHIEF CLIFF
Fossils, folds, and very old – the Kootenai Falls geology is composed of metamorphic (quartzite) and sedimentary (limestone) rocks of the Belt Su-pergroup. These 1.5 billion year old rocks contain excellently preserved mud chips, salt casts, and ripple marks that signify an ancient shallow sea. The area also offers impressive views of folded rock layers north of the river and in the road cut along Highway 2. Slight folds in the underlying geology are responsible for the dramatic stair-step-like waterfall.
MISSION MTS. FLATHEAD RIVER
The Mission Mountains and the Beauty of the South End of the Flathead Valley include the NinePipes Wildlife Refuge and the Spectacular Mission Range. A trip that demands Exploration back along the Flathead River White Cliffs of Moraine Sediments along the Flathead River. You will see the entire Valley with a visit to the Hot Springs of your choice. This will be created out of your price range and your interests. Geology and Water. Where our best views and scenery are always AMAZING.
HOT SPRINGS EXPLORATION
This summer I would like to offer a series of adventures for some individuals that do not have many resources. I feel a local need with our elderly and our tribal youth to offer something to get them out and exploring in a safe way to compensate for the fact they often are "shut in" out of Fear or Loss of Freedom.
If you would like to contribute I will pay this forward and advance the Cause of Education and Safe Activities. These are short tours specifically in the Town of Hot Springs, Montana. Might try a soak.
TWO MEDICINE to GATE OF THE ROCKIES SPRING/summer 2025
FOUR DAY TOUR TWO MEDICINE GATES OF THE ROCKIES
This YEAR 2025 will will meet in GLACIER PARK and travel South to the GATES OF THE ROCKIES. We cover about 300 miles of scenery along the FRONT RANGE Staying at the spectacular Two Medicine Campground for ONE NIGHT. There we explore the amazing Geology that will leave you Breathless with the Native Two Medicine Falls and a short hike ! This TOUR includes Transportation and tour guide books. This is an ALL INCLUSIVE TRIP and the next day head for BYRUM Montana with a STOP at the DINOSAUR MUSEUM.. NEXT DAY WE continue south to the Gates of the Rockies and an amazing Boat Tour on the Missouri River. All Expenses for food and Lodging are the CLIENTS Responsibility Allow 30 days ahead for RESERVATIONS. If you want to stay at Lodging in GLACIER PARK or Near the DINOSAUR CENTER I can Make reservations and change the itinerary to suit your needs. I can pick you up at the Glacier International Airport or Bozeman Terminal or in Missoula. Add 2 days for travel for return to one of these Airports.
This includes a GUIDE NOTEBOOK and discussion of these points with stops where I will explain the Very Informative Geology of the TWO MEDICINE AREA. Heading South down the EASTERN SIDE of the CONTINENTAL DIVIDE we will stop at the EGG MOUNTAIN viewpoint and the Dinosaur Museum in CHOTEAU MT with KID friendly exhibits.. and Views of the EAST SIDE of the ROCKIES.
THE CAMAS PRAIRIE GEOLOGY DAY TOUR- YOUR SCHEDULE
DAY TOUR Starts and ends at CAMAS ORGANIC MARKET Cafe
This TOUR includes ONE DAY OF TRANSPORTATION starting and ending in HOT SPRINGS, MONTANA and we cover about 100 miles of scenery. You can travel with me (+3) or bring your own vehicle. $200.00 includes Box Lunch and Water. (order ahead)
This includes a GUIDE NOTEBOOK and discussion of these points with stops where I will explain the Very Informative Geology of the Great Glacier Lake Missoula and how during the end of the Last Ice Age water broke through an ICE DAM at Clark Fork Montana. The vast quantity of water draining this lake created RIPPLES.. like on a Sea Shore except 50 Feet high RIPPLES seen from above. This was created by Waves over 100 FEET TALL!
After a quick bite to eat and some Espresso or Tea we will take off and get to St Ignatius by about 2pm. On the way back we will see the Flathead Lake Drainage points and the huge mounds of White Earth or Silt and look at the beauty and color of the hillside herds of Buffalo and Nine Pipes Wildlife Refuge. Or we can return via Flathead Lake. Experience Joyful Geology!
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NINEPIPES WILDLIFE PRESERVE PROJECT
This is a stunning Area that can be seen by your vehicle with the maps and direction and the tour book provided. I sell this as a donation. The NinePipes Area has areas to get out and watch the Birds that are Residents and Migratory Species. This is a new idea in terms of capturing pictures and ideas for Tours.