I heard about the Cascadia2021 Project through HSU’s Geology Department. My undergrad advisor, Dr. Laura Levy, sent an email about it to everyone in the Geology Department at Humboldt State. It’s difficult to pick one favorite thing. A few of my favorite parts about the fieldwork were being outdoors, activating the nodes and finally getting that “heartbeat” once installed, wildlife signs and sightings, and the recovery of the nodes. The node recovery was a bit like a treasure hunt since we had to use our notes, coordinates, and any photos taken to figure out where the nodes were buried at each site! The ‘heartbeat’ reference for activating the nodes is explained in this blog, but essentially once the seismometer is activated and acquires a GPS signal, the light on it flashes in a heartbeat pattern. Driving along sketchy wilderness and logging roads was definitely exciting as well! This whole project has been an exciting adventure!

Geology Undergrad

Humboldt State University, Arcata, CA

From Los Angeles, CA