Shaping the Sonoma-Mendocino Coast
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“The Earth is a book and, with the proper tools, we can read it.”— Thomas E. Cochrane, CA Professional Geologist For the curious, here’s a compelling examination of the complex processes involved inside our planet whichbegan eons ago. With an introduction to “Deep Time” and the Geologic Time Clock, geologist ThomasCochrane provides a detailed yet approachable overview for the layperson of how and why the Sonoma-Mendocino region’s coastline appears as it does today—with all its fascinating oddities.EXPLORE:The San Andreas Fault and its dynamic—plus continuing—role in shifting both land and seaUnusual features including sink holes, sag ponds, submarine canyons & underground streamsThe role of glaciations in causing the development of coastal marine terracesMeet the area’s geologic superstars: Bowling Ball Beach, Devil’s Punchbowl, Witches’ Cauldron, sea stacks, gargoyles, blowholes, sea caves, the 8000’ Black Point Spilite and moreFeatures nearly 50 diagrams, maps, and striking photosIncludes an overview of human impact and climate change on the regional land and oceanThe ideal primer for those interested in the often mysterious interplay of water, wind, earthquakes,and other geologic events, processes, and stressors at work in the natural world.Then EXPERIENCE this geology firsthand…on a Pacific Coast Highway road trip!The 85-mile Road Log provides precise instructions for a self-drive geological tourfrom Bodega Bay at Sonoma County’s southern tip to the tiny hamlet of Elk in Mendocino County(utilizing highway mile markers)—includes MUST-SEE features as well as suggestionsfor best hikes, picnic spots, public access beaches, campgrounds, side trips inland,and more…"Sonoma Land Trust has long known the Sonoma Coast as a special place to be protected.With his expertise, sense of curiosity, and investigatio
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