And since we're on the topic of geology, I'd like to make everyone aware of an amazing series of six YouTube videos made by local geologist and volcanologist Kirt Kempter. Here's a link to the first of them:
Valles Caldera Geology Tour
Or search for "Valles Caldera Geology Tour (Part 1 of 6) Introduction" From there you'll be able to find the subsequent videos.
Below is a photograph I took from the lava dome La Jara in the caldera, looking over the Valle Grande in winter. It's a remarkable place.
Valles Caldera Geology Tour
Or search for "Valles Caldera Geology Tour (Part 1 of 6) Introduction" From there you'll be able to find the subsequent videos.
Below is a photograph I took from the lava dome La Jara in the caldera, looking over the Valle Grande in winter. It's a remarkable place.