Geology of the Gettysburg Campaign (Repeat from 2023 with no changes)

Course | Registration opens 1/21/2025 8:00 AM EST

Penn State York, 1031 Edgecomb Avenue York, PA 17403-3398 United States
Main Classroom Bldg, Conference Center, 31 B and C
Members and nonmembers
3/4/2025 (one day)
11:00 AM-12:30 PM EST on Tue
$20.00
$8.00

Geology of the Gettysburg Campaign (Repeat from 2023 with no changes)

Course | Registration opens 1/21/2025 8:00 AM EST

Geology played a huge part in the continent's largest battle at Gettysburg. What rocks make the hills and higher elevations? What rocks occupy the valleys? Where is the best place on the Gettysburg Battlefield to trench? How tough of a walk was it for the Confederates at Pickett's Charge? What route did both the Union and Confederate troops take to get to Gettysburg? Finally, we will briefly discuss the monuments on the battlefield and other extras that you may not be aware of. 

Jeri Jones

Jeri Jones has been a geologist for forty-five years, studying the area’s geology. He worked for York County Parks for thirty-eight years and owns his own geologic educational and consulting firm. Jeri has authored several books and articles.