GeoHistories

Co-Evolution of Earth and Life / GEOS 101 at Williams College

March 15, 2014
by Phoebe Cohen
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Geological History of Greenwich, CT

By Meagan Goldman In the backcountry of Greenwich, CT, narrow roads twist and turn and rise and fall through the woods. If you peer into the passing trees, you’ll see vestigial structures that at first might perplex you: stonewalls. They’re … Continue reading

March 15, 2014
by Phoebe Cohen
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A Granite History

By Abby Kelly Rocks enjoy a special distinction in New Hampshire. Our official nickname is the Granite State, and our license plates and state quarters proudly display the rocky features of the Man on the Mountain (despite the fact that … Continue reading

June 5, 2013
by Phoebe Cohen
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Geological History of Orono, ME

By Siobhan Harrity My hometown of Orono, Maine is located in Penobscot County. I grew up gardening, and there is not a whole lot to do in the entire state of Maine except mess around outside, so I’ve been intimately … Continue reading