The fascinating geologic story of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Colorado

Discover one of the deepest and narrowest canyon's in North America, the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park with geology professor Shawn Willsey. This canyon exposes ancient rocks and yields a compelling tale of uplift and river incision within the magnificent  landscape of western Colorado.

GPS location: 38.5554, -107.6873

I love doing these videos and will continue to do so but if you want to provide support or much appreciated gas money, you can send support via:

Venmo @Shawn-Willsey (be sure to put two L's in last name)
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Shawn Willsey
College of Southern Idaho
315 Falls Avenue
Twin Falls, ID 83303

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