Anderson Ranch Dam and Nearby Sites--Driving Tour

Anderson Ranch Dam and Nearby Sites

Join Dr. Terry Panhorst for a tour of some spectacular scenery and geology in the southern end of Boise National Forest. We'll make a loop including the Anderson Ranch Dam and part of the South Fork of the Boise River. You’ll see granite, basalt, and rhyolite, plus learn some interesting history of the dam construction and its builders.

Meetup is at 8:45 AM in the Albertson’s Shopping Center parking lot near McDonald's Restaurant, 6574 S Federal Way for a 9 AM departure. Suitable for all vehicles on good dirt roads. Trip is limited to 8 vehicles so we will arrange carpools before departure.

First rest stop is Pilot Travel Center at the I-84 exit in Mountain Home. Bring lunch and water, dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. Periodic restroom stops along the route. Expect return to Boise between 4-5 PM. No dogs, please.

Nonmembers of the Museum $20 plus Eventbrite fee; Museum members and children free. Registration is required. Watch your email a few days before for email handouts, and in case the trip is canceled. Full refund if the Museum cancels the trip. Steven Sawyer will join the trip to take attendance, organize carpooling and answer general questions about the Museum.

Please cancel if you learn after registering that you cannot attend. Contact [email protected] if you have questions.

Field Trip Guide

Dr. Terry Panhorst PhD, PG. (University of Nevada, Reno), Retired Assistant Professor of Geology and Geological Engineering at the University of Mississippi. Dr. Panhorst is very involved at the Idaho Museum of Mining and Geology in Boise, assisting with outreach activities and special events. He also leads upper level geology field tours and is a frequent lecturer for both the museum and outside organizations.

The driving tour is sponsored by the Idaho Museum of Mining and Geology, 2455 Old Penitentiary Rd. Boise, 83712

Waiver

This adventure requires a waiver. By signing up for this Field trip you agree to the following: I accept and hereby assume any and all risks for myself and those accompanying me on my ticket, for possible dangers and hazards involved in connection with the field trip designated above, offered by the Idaho Museum of Mining and Geology (IMMG), and do hereby save and hold harmless the trip leaders, IMMG and all officers and representatives of IMMG from any and all claims, losses, or damages, including attorney’s fees and costs because of said claims, on account of injury, death, property damage, and inconvenience or loss of money due to delay or other cause that may rise, by reason of my participation in the field trip. I understand that my use of alcohol or drugs would impair my judgment and coordination, and will hold IMMG harmless from any claims arising from my use of either. I understand I am responsible for carrying my own automobile, life, and health insurance.

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