Explore John Day Fossil Beds with Noah Justice

Very few places in America have such amazing sites for exploring volcanic history as the Pacific Northwest. Oregon’s high desert in the eastern part of the state is covered in basalt thousands of feet thick from lava flows. Extensive erosion has exposed vast portions above and below the basalt, revealing amazing layers of ash, sediment, and fossils. This includes the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument in northeastern Oregon.

In this episode you'll discover:

• the range of plant & animal fossils, and why no dinosaurs are found
• the history of the spectacular geological formations and the impact of erosion
• two explanations: millions of years or a catastrophic event – which is right & why?

This series is produced by Kyle Justice, whose work has appeared on such shows as National Geographic, ESPN, and The Creation Network, along with his creative homeschool-family team. Teen host Noah Justice serves as your guide to truth on the ground at national parks and other geologic locations, bringing you an educational and entertaining adventure!