Southern Utah’s Geologic Formations:
The Usual Suspects
Saturday, March 27, 2027 – 10am
A Cosmopolitan Event at Silver Reef
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The Usual Suspects are the various sedimentary layers found throughout Southern Utah. This presentation will explain how to identify these famous rock layers that geologists call “formations”, such as Navajo Sandstone, Kayenta Formation, Kaibab Limestone, etc. These formations are responsible for creating Utah’s scenic landscapes and attract sightseers from around the World. For residents of Southwest Utah that would like to know more about the scenery they live amongst, this presentation is a “must see”.
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About the Presenter
Cliff Bandringa and his wife Ilene have been traveling and photographing the American Southwest for the past 28 years. During that time, they have written a number of travel “e-guides” on icon places such as Death Valley and the Mojave Desert. They’ve also produced over 100 videos on their BackRoadsWest1 YouTube channel showcasing back road adventures across the Southwest.
Learn more about Cliff & Ilene Bandringa at their BackRoadsWest.com website.