June+24+-+Cement+Canyon

Another spectacularly beautiful day began with just a hint of dew that gathered on the cars. Off to Almont, CO, and a provocative discussion centering on the "gap in time" between the Jurassic formations lying on top of the exposed Precambrian. Why is this so? Two logical explanations: the "in between material" eroded away or it never existed in the first place. So, how do scientists figure this out? We observed, took samples and drove up Cement Canyon a ways to begin the exploration. By two in the afternoon we returned to the condominium, cleaned up, rested, and began to process portions of what we have learned.