Quimper Geological Society

The Lecture  Hazards and Highways: Troubles for the NW Olympic Peninsula State Route 112 is the sole access road for the northwestern Olympic Peninsula and the remote communities situated along the Strait of Juan de Fuca, west of Port Angeles. Particularly unfavorable geology underlies the western half of this road and this, combined with steep topography and an exceptionally wet winter climate, make it one of the most landslide-afflicted highway corridors in the state. Landslides and lowland flooding impact travel most winters, causing short duration closures of one or both lanes and necessitating persistent maintenance efforts.  On a longer cycle… Read more2025-09-13 Tom Badger – Hazards and Highways: Troubles for the NW Olympic Peninsula

The Lecture – Exploring History and Nature in the City (Seattle) Quimper Geological Society welcomes back our friend David B. Williams, author, naturalist, and tour guide. David B. Williams will speak about his two new books: Seattle Walks and Wild in Seattle. In his talk, David will discuss how urban dwellers can get to know their city better by getting outside, walking, observing, and paying attention. He will share some of his adventures including birding at 60 mph, the pleasures and discoveries to be made by going back to the same location repeatedly, and how to date a 1100-year-old earthquake. This talk will… Read more2025-12-06 David B. Williams – Two NEW BOOKS!