Nick Zentner Courses

Eocene I - Clockwise Rotation with Basil Tikoff

Explore the geological history of Washington's Eocene period, focusing on clockwise rotation and its impact on the Cascades, with insights from expert Basil Tikoff.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Eocene H - Siletzia and Yellowstone With Ray Wells

Explore the Eocene epoch, focusing on Siletzia and Yellowstone. Learn about plate tectonics, hot spots, and geological formations with expert insights and demonstrations.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Docking Siletzia with Erin Donaghy

Explore the geological history of the Pacific Northwest, focusing on the Eocene epoch and the docking of Siletzia, with insights from geologist Erin Donaghy and host Nick Zentner.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Eocene E - Cretaceous Fireworks with Bob Miller

Explore North Cascades geology, focusing on Eocene events and Cretaceous tectonic activity. Dive into plate movements, fault systems, and pluton formation, with insights from recent research and expert perspectives.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Eocene D - Docking Wrangellia with Basil Tikoff

Explore the geological history of Wrangellia, hot spots, and North Cascades formation. Delve into paleomagnetic evidence, tectonic processes, and ongoing debates in this comprehensive lecture on Eocene geology.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Eocene Oceanic Plateaus with Jerome Lesemann

Explore oceanic plateaus, mantle plumes, and North Cascades geology with expert insights on Wrangellia, Siletzia, and Vancouver Island. Gain understanding of large igneous provinces and geological formations.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Volcano Science and Eruption Response as a Hawaiian Volcano Observatory Scientist

Explore volcano science and eruption response through the eyes of a Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientist, gaining insights into monitoring and managing active volcanoes.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Granite Falls Pluton - Mafic Enclaves and Geological Features

Explore mafic enclaves within the Granite Falls Pluton, guided by experts Nick Zentner and Jeff Tepper. Gain insights into this unique geological formation's composition and structure.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Glacial Lake Missoula - Ice Age Floods Series Episode U

Explore the fascinating history of Glacial Lake Missoula with geologist Larry Smith. Discover the impact of Ice Age floods on the Pacific Northwest landscape through expert insights and visual aids.

• YouTube
• 3 hours 9 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Bonneville Flood - Ice Age Floods Series Episode 5

In-depth exploration of the Bonneville Flood, featuring expert discussions with Shawn Willsey and Jim O'Connor. Covers geological history, impact, and significance of this massive Ice Age flood event in the Pacific Northwest.

• YouTube
• 3 hours 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Yellowstone Hot Spot and Idaho Geology - Karin Sigloch's Analysis

Explore the geological wonders of Idaho and the Yellowstone Hot Spot with expert insights, reactions to previous episodes, and live Q&A session.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Sunrise Road Geology - Mount Rainier National Park

Explore Mount Rainier's geological wonders on Sunrise Road, uncovering the park's volcanic history and unique rock formations through an engaging drive-up tour.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Long-Lived Yellowstone Hot Spot and Idaho

Explore the Yellowstone Hot Spot and Idaho's geology with expert Vic Camp, delving into volcanic history and tectonic processes.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Bretz and the Channeled Scablands - New Discoveries

Explore the groundbreaking discoveries of J Harlen Bretz and the Channeled Scablands, uncovering new insights into this fascinating geological phenomenon and its impact on our understanding of Earth's history.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Goat Rocks Tephra - Volcanic Complex in South Cascades, Washington

Explore the Goat Rocks Volcanic Complex with Dr. Hannah Shamloo, uncovering its geological history and significance in Washington's South Cascades.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video