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Stories of Glacial Lake Missoula – Lunchtime Lecture

March 12 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

FREE

Date: Tuesday, March 12

Time: noon-1:00 p.m.

Location: Montana Natural History Center

Jim Shelden, president of the Glacial Lake Missoula Chapter of the Ice Age Floods Institute, will discuss current Glacial Lake Missoula topics during this lunchtime lecture.

Discover the mysteries of the ancient Glacial Lake Missoula in an engaging lunchtime lecture with Jim Shelden, the dynamic president of the Glacial Lake Missoula Chapter of the Ice Age Floods Institute. Dive into riveting discussions about the cataclysmic failure of the colossal ice dam at Sandpoint, unleashing the legendary Glacial Lake Missoula floods. Delve into the depths of new theories surrounding this epic natural event, unraveling the secrets behind its colossal impact on the landscape.

Explore the lesser-known narratives of how outburst floods reshaped Glacial Lake Great Falls, as Jim unveils compelling evidence that promises to reshape our understanding of this ancient tale. Departing from the traditional lecture format, this captivating session invites you to join an immersive conversational journey, where your questions steer the course of discovery.

Grab your lunch and prepare to be enthralled by the captivating saga of Glacial Lake Missoula! Admission is FREE, so mark your calendars for Tuesday, March 12, from noon to 1:00 PM at the enchanting Montana Natural History Center.

No registration needed.

Details

Date:
March 12
Time:
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Cost:
FREE
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Website:
montananatualist.org