Full Title: Guadalupe Mountains and Carlsbad Caverns National Parks: An Exploration of Capitan's Permian Fossil Reef
Endorsed by: GSA’s History, Philosophy, and Geoheritage, Geochronology Divisions
Led by: Spencer Cody, Jill Cody
Date: Thu–Sat. 16–18 Oct. 2025
Time: 6:30 a.m. (first day) - 4 p.m. (last day)
CEUs: 2.4
Join us on an exciting three-day adventure as we explore the remarkable limestone formations of the Permian Capitan Reef. Day one will begin at the convention center on our way to Guadalupe Mountains NP with stunning views of Guadalupe Peak and El Capitan staying in Carlsbad both nights. Day two will be below ground with a natural cave entrance tour of Carlsbad Caverns and of the remarkable Big Room, while spending the afternoon exploring the Salt Basin Dunes. Day three we will return attendees to the San Antonio convention center. All lodging, meals, and fees are covered for the three days. Cost includes transportation (15 -passenger van), two nights at the Sleep Inn Carlsbad, New Mexico (double occupancy), meals, snacks, and water.
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Product Code: FT25CN410
Product Category: FTRIP