Discover the dynamic geologic relationship of Sabino Canyon, the Santa Catalina Mountains, and the Tucson Basin. The ongoing effects of weathering, erosion, and recent flooding are observed and explored. Characteristics of five minerals (quartz, feldspar, mica, magnetite, and garnet) that make up the Catalina gneiss found in this area are compared and these minerals identified in rocks and sand.
This is a family activity, fun for children and adults alike, weather and water permitting.
While we had hoped to be able to continue through May, the creek level has diminished more quickly than we expected. Unfortunately, the last day of panning this spring was April 27.