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Explorer Article By Kathy Shirley

A discovery well that drilled on the outskirts of a state park has tapped what could be the largest modern find in that state's history — and may touch off a new era for the Illinois Basin.

Added on 01 July, 2002

Explorer Article By Susan Eaton

'I Felt Like a Geology Ambassador'

What would compel a geologist to give up a well-earned university sabbatical or dust off a rock hammer and come out of retirement to spend three months alone mapping the geology of some of America's most remote and rugged national parks and national forests?

Added on 01 June, 2002

Explorer Article By Larry Nation

Resource Paper Taken to Task

Testimony: AAPG secretary Charles Mankin testifies at a congressional hearing on resource assessment methodology.

Added on 01 June, 2002

Explorer Division Column EMD By Rebecca Dodge

Coal Gas Big on EMD Agenda

According to our EMD president's report to the Advisory Council and the House of Delegates at the Houston AAPG meeting, coalbed methane (CBM) resources — exploration and production — represent one of 'our most active areas.'

Added on 01 May, 2002

Explorer Article By Kathy Shirley

Deep East-Mid Con Is Barely Touched

Look out below! For successful drilling project, exploration strategies are going to have to dig deeper -- and that could be good news for the eastern U.S. Midcontinent.

Added on 01 April, 2002

Explorer Article By Kathy Shirley

Appalachia Basin Is Still Intriguing

It took a long time, but one geologist finally helped prove the deep reservoir potential of the Trenton-Black River formations in the Appalachian Basin.

Added on 01 April, 2002

Explorer Emphasis Article By David Brown

Kashagan Tops Finds for the Year

Exploration Activities: When it comes to finding oil and gas potential, the past year's exploration activities may have been very good, indeed.

Added on 01 January, 2002

Explorer President’s Column By Robbie Gries

Geology Students Our Virtual Future

'Can I take my photo with you?' 'Where do I apply for Grants-in-Aid?' 'How will I get an interview? An internship? A job?' And the questions go on. One of the best things about traveling for AAPG is meeting students and fielding their questions.

Added on 01 November, 2001

Explorer Article By Kathy Shirley

What's (Not) Happening Is Erie

The reality of significant natural gas potential found in the Great Lakes region of North America continues to emerge, and states bordering the lakes are becoming yet another battleground for the U.S. energy debate.

Added on 01 September, 2001

Explorer Article By Larry Nation

AAPG Takes Witness Stand Again

For the third time in two months, AAPG representatives testified before a U.S. congressional committee, this time focusing on access to Outer Continental Shelf areas.

Added on 01 July, 2001

Autumn Haagsma President (2023-2024) Michigan Geological Survey (269) 387-8696

Ian Alan Thomas Past President (2023-2024) Olympus Energy 713-203-3871

Valerie Feller Vice President (2023-2024) Indiana Geological and Water Survey 812-855-1335

Donna Caraway Willette Secretary (2023-2024) Illinois State Geological Survey (217) 244-0116

Ashley S.B. Douds Treasurer (2023-2025) IGWS (412) 216-2665

Dan A. Billman Advisory Councilor (2019-2025) Billman Geologic Consultants Inc (724) 916-4557

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