Mauison's Geoblog

Mar 4, 2010

Pu'u'ula'ula (Red Hill) Haleakala Volcano Summit

By: Cary Owl Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Not chosen

2:23pm The Moop Along and ~Eleanor were visiting Maui and I played tour guide up to the summit of Haleakala. I had gotten the rest of the Haleakala caches in the past but still needed to get this Earthcache. On our way up to the summit, we stopped at Hosmer's Grove and did the short nature trail, observing the native birds, and also stopped at one of the overlooks before reaching t he top. The top was very cold today as the winds were very strong. But no rain, like below, and no fog/clouds over the crater. Took the requisite photos and checked out the information signs. Mahalo for the EC!

Jan 17, 2010

Black sand beach-Plage de sable noire-14

By: Rich68 Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 2.5 Container: Not chosen

3:25pm I've been to Wainapapa State Park before but never down to the beach. There were a few muggles taking photos on the beach and we got our pic as well. Mahalo for the EC!

Aug 30, 2009

'Iao Needle (Volcanic/Basalt & Erosion)

By: tigerboys Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 2.0 Container: Not chosen

4:01pm Since it was hot and humid this afternoon, we all decided to head up to Iao to cool off in the shade and mountain breezes. After we got the last spot in the parking lot, we made our way up to the lookout to check out the Needle. Lots of people at the lookout checking out the views. Took a photo, then headed for the trail along the Stream. Lived here almost our entire lives and never knew about the specific volcanics that made up Maui. Thanks for the EC!

Jul 28, 2009

The Bonneville Salt Flats

By: Lord Mot, Baby Girl and Littlefoot Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Not chosen

6:18pm Driving to Wendover and stopped at the Flats for a few cachces. Just a couple of other muggles out here, a couple taking some photos and the others were too far out on the flats to see what they were doing. We picked up some of the salt and saw that the granules were much larger than the Hawaiian salt we're used to using in our recipes. TFTEC!

Jul 26, 2009

The 1959 Earthquake

By: PeanutsParents Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Not chosen

8:00pm After enjoying a nice BBQ dinner at Beartooth Barbecue, we went over to this spot to check out the sign. We also learned more about the Earthquake at the Canyon Village Visitor Center. Thanks for the EC!

1/5th the World Geysers in a Square Mile

By: Developed by TerryDad2, Adopted by Accordiong Difficulty: 2.0 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Not chosen

3:38pm Made the walk along the Upper Geyser section and saw the many cool geysers and springs and all the way to the Morning Glory Pool. Lots of interesting info on the information signs too. Thanks for the EC!

Old Faithful Geyser at Yellowstone National Park

By: The Wandering Stars Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Not chosen

12:50pm Spent a few hours at the Old Faithful area. We were lucky enough to see OF go off twice, the second time was higher and longer. Even got sprayed with some geyser mist. TFTEC!

Jul 24, 2009

(CSE) Mato Tipila

By: Cav Scout, Platinum EarthCache Master Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 2.5 Container: Not chosen

2:05pm Visiting Devils Tower on the way from Rapid City to Billings. Walked along the trail and saw some climbers scaling the rock. Thanks for the EC!

Devils Tower

By: Mudblood Squad Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Not chosen

2:03pm Thanks for the educational EC! The column in the photo had either 5 or 6 sides. These columns remind me of another EC I did in Eugene, OR. Mahalo!

Jul 23, 2009

Buffalo Pie - Badlands National Park

By: Trogdog Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Not chosen

2:49pm Visiting the Badlands for an hour or so and this was our first stop after coming through the Pinnacles Entrance Station. What an awesome place! We've been to several NP's in the past month or so and this is one of the more impressive parks. There are similar formations in the Petrified Wood NP in Arizona. Thanks for the EC!

Jul 16, 2009

The Wandering Dune

By: jancubsfan Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 2.5 Container: Other

8:22pm As we got to the parking lot, a passing storm was just about to get there, its strong winds whipping the sand around. Was able to get a photo with the dunes and see the massive amount of sand in front of us. Thanks for the EC!

Maumee River Alvar

By: Rattrak Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 2.5 Container: Not chosen

1:16pm We were in the area for the Cache Across America cache but when we saw this was so close, we had to stop for it too. The layers of alvar were really cool and we enjoyed learning about it. Thanks for the EC!

Jul 1, 2009

Chatawa Springs Earthcache

By: amagrud, a Platinum Earthcache Master Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Not chosen

12:20pm We were on our way to New Orleans after spending the night in Brookhaven. We decided to stop at this EC since it sounded so interesting. When we got there, there was no line since we were the only ones there. We used a 32 oz Nalgene bottle to measure and I later converted to gallons. Mahalo for the EC!

By Your Bayou Earthcache

By: BillsBayou Difficulty: 1.0 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Not chosen

2:44pm Drove into New Orleans today as part of our cross country road trip. This EC was our first stop. We parked nearby and checked out the park. It was hot so not too many muggles around. Thanks for the interesting info about this spot. Mahalo for the EC!

Jun 30, 2009

Mississippi Loess

By: Eagle700 Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 2.0 Container: Not chosen

We're on a cross country road trip and decided to visit the Vicksburg Military National Park. We visited the Visitor's Center, did a portion of the driving tour, then headed for this EC. Our GPSr shot us past the correct spot a couple of times until we looked around and saw what we needed. Thanks for the EC!

Jun 24, 2009

Garden of the Gods - The Three Graces

By: Me & Bucky Difficulty: 2.5 Terrain: 2.0 Container: Not chosen

3:45pm Last EC of the day. Cool spot, even cooler from very close up. Amazing rock formations all around! TFTEC!

Kissing Camels

By: Cav Scout, Platinum EarthCache Master Difficulty: 2.0 Terrain: 2.5 Container: Not chosen

3:05pm Passing through the area on the way to Denver and we stopped to see these amazing rock formations at the Gardens of the Gods. After the Visitor's Center, this was our first stop along the loop. TFTEC!

Balanced Rock

By: Cav Scout, Platinum EarthCache Master Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 2.0 Container: Not chosen

3:15pm The history behind this rock was really interesting. I'm glad they reinforced it. Would hate to see it topple over on some unsuspecting person! TFTEC!

Jun 22, 2009

Newspaper Rock Desert Varnish

By: Created by TerryDad2, adopted by Doc. Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.0 Container: Not chosen

1:12pm Last stop in our trip to the Petrified Forest NP. Using the viewing scopes, we were able to see a few of the petroglyphs. Thanks for the geology lesson!

Crystal Forest

By: Developed by TerryDad2, adopted by Doc. Difficulty: 1.5 Terrain: 1.5 Container: Not chosen

12:41pm Today the Petrified Forest NP was our destination and it didn't disappoint. With awesome views and interesting geological formations, it was definitely worth the price of admission! TFTEC!

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