2022c NEAIPG Autumn Newsletter

2022NEAIPGEXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ANDSUBCOMMITTEES

PRESIDENT

Jennifer Rhee, MEM-2805

HDR Inc.

1 International Blvd, Floor 10

Mahwah, NJ 07495

Work: (201)-335-9336

Cell: (845)-664-5218

E-mail: jennifer.rhee@hdrinc.com

PRESIDENT ELECT

Kelly A. Weyer, CPG-11826

Clean Globe Environmental LLC

PO BOX 1895, New City, NY 10956

Work: 1-888-454-5923, Ext. 700

E-mail: kweyer@cg-env.com

PAST PRESIDENT

Michael G. Grifasi, CPG-11489

Ramboll

333 West Washington Street Syracuse, NY 13202

Work: (315) 967-0484

E-mail: michael.grifasi@ramboll.com

SECRETARY

Adelina E Prentice, MEM-3075

FPM Remediations Inc.

181 Kenwood Ave

Oneida, NY 13421

Work: 315-336-7721 ext 228

Fax: (315) 336-7722

E-mail: a.prentice@fpm-remediations.com

TREASURER

Robert P. Blauvelt, CPG-06508

GEI Consultants

300 Broadacres Dr, Suite 100 Bloomfield, NJ 07003

Work: (973) 873-7127 Cell: (973) 803-0167

Fax: (973) 509-9625

E-mail: rblauvelt@geiconsultants.com

MEMBERS

Christopher Brown, CPG-10599

PVE, LLC

108 W 39th Street, Suite 501 New York, NY 10018

Work: (646) 602-4999

Cell: (914) 475-2650

E-mail: cbrown@pve-llc.com

Jessica McEachern, CPG-11869

37 Spencer Street W Farmingdale, NY 11735

Work: (516) 694-5212

E-mail: geode78@verizon.net

Jeffrey J. Frederick, PG, CPG

Associate Vice President

WSP USA

500 Summit Lake Drive, Ste 450

Valhalla, NY 10595

Work: (914) 801 9206

Cell: (541) 517 8774

E-mail: jeffrey.frederick@wsp.com

Laurie Scheuing, CPG-09898

46 Homestead Rd Saratoga Springs, NY 12866-5808

Work: (518) 695-9445

E-mail: lescheuing@aol.com

Luanne Whitbeck, CPG-07923 P.O. Box 637 Singerlands, NY 12159

Work: (518) 475-1008

E-mail: Luanne.whitbeck@gmail.com

Mitchell T Ward FPM Remediations Inc. 181 Kenwood Ave Oneida, NY 13421

Work: 315-336-7721 ext 230

E-mail: m.ward@fpm-remediations.com

SCREENING BOARD CHAIRMAN

Charles A. Rich, CPG-04433

CA Rich Consultants, Inc. 17 Dupont Street Plainview, NY 11803-1602

Work: (516) 576-8844 Fax: (516) 576-0093

E-mail: crich@carichinc.com

NEWSLETTER EDITORS

Kim Burger

Roux Environmental Engineering and Geology, D.P.C. 209 Shafter Street Islandia, New York

Cell: (631) 780-2956

E-mail: kburger@rouxinc.com

Brandon Tufano, MEM-2954 Integral Consulting Inc. 285 Century Place, Suite 190 Louisville, CO 80027

Cell: (570) 702-9992

E-mail: btufano@integral-corp.com

DIRECTORY OF MEMBERS EDITOR

Curtis A. Kraemer, CPG-06019 111 Van Cedarfield Road Colchester, CT 06415

Work: 860-861-4644

E-mail: curtkraemer@comcast.net

PUBLISHER & ADVERTISING MANAGER

Richard H. Young, CPG-03356 Consulting Geologists, LLC 179 Intervale Road Parsippany, NJ 07054

Work: (973) 335-2289 Fax: (973) 335-9799

E-mail: ryoungnj@aol.com

WEBMASTER

Jennifer Rhee, MEM-2805

HDR Inc.

1 International Blvd, Floor 10 Mahwah, NJ 07495

Work: (201)-335-9336

Cell: (845)-664-5218

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Presidential Ramblings AUTUMN 2022

Written in July 2022

By President Jennifer Rhee, MEM-2805

Greetings Northeast Section,

As I prepare for the birth of my second child, I want to give a huge thank you to Vice President of the section Kelly Weyer! She has been so helpful transitioning early to take over presidential duties while I’m out on maternity leave. I want to thank her on behalf of the Northeast Section not just for her support of the section, but also her tremendous efforts obtaining sponsorship for meetings, leading the ATMGS scholarship committee, and overall

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AIPG Spring Meeting in collaboration with

On Wednesday, May 18, 2022, the Northeast Section of the American Institute of Professional Geologists (NE AIPG), in collaboration with the Hudson Mohawk Professional Geologists Association (HMPGA), held an in-person Spring Meeting in eastcentral New York. The event was well attended, and the weather was nearly perfect!

NE-AIPG and HMPGA appreciated the support of the event sponsors that helped keep costs down for members and other attendees, and provided a less formal atmosphere to learn more about the services offered by the various companies. Thank you to the event sponsorsAlpha Analytical Laboratories, Alpha Geoscience, Regenesis, and York Analytical Laboratories.

The two-part event included a guided mineral spring tasting tour through Saratoga Spa State Park in Saratoga Springs, New York, and ended at the Century House in Latham, New York, for a social hour, dinner, and an evening presentation that was approved for 1 professional development hour (PDH).

The day began around one o’clock in the afternoon, when 16 fellow geologists and associates gathered outside the Creekside Classroom, within Saratoga Spa State Park, where water and a light snack were provided to those in attendance.

Before the guided walking tour began, the group moved inside the Creekside Classroom, and utilized the fantastic accommodations available for a brief introductory presentation on the regional geology and discussions about the speculations on the origins of the regional mineral springs.

Although several available research papers speculate on the origins and underlying mechanics involved to generate the properties of these unique waters, there is yet to be a consensus among the researchers. What appears to be the unique aspect and the cause of dispute in the origins of the spring waters in the region of Saratoga Springs, New York, is the high mineral and CO2 content and local

variability in these cold-water springs, which is more typical of hotwater springs elsewhere.

The guided tour included discussions of individual mineral springs with opportunities to sample the water at each stop on the tour. The tour was designed to move from mild to stronger tasting springs. After the tasting portion of the tour, most of the group continued to an added bonus portion of the tour that included a discussion of the history and a walk past the bath houses that are still in operation today within the State Park property.

Photos of the Mineral Tasting Tour in Saratoga Spa State Park

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dedication to the Section. I truly appreciate the support and know you will continue to do amazing things for the Section, Kelly.

There are exciting events coming up including the NYSCPG’s First Annual Geology Days Conference hosted in Saratoga Springs, New York, from October 17-19, 2022. We will share more details on Page 60, as it promises to be an exciting event. For additional details, including sponsorship and technical paper submissions, you can contact John Nadeau jnadeau@nyscpg.com.

As a reminder, the AIPG 2022 National Meeting “Geology: The Cornerstone of our Future,” was hosted August 6-9, 2022 in Marquette, MI, at Northern Michigan University. Geology plays a significant role in today's society and will become even more important in the years to come. Our reliance on basic resources and building materials, such as sand and gravel for roads, limestone for concrete, iron for structural purposes, and other base metals for electronics and other applications, will not diminish. In addition, the need for rare earth elements as well as reliable sources of fresh water are in high demand. The conference explored these topics and more in what was the perfect time to visit Michigan's Upper Peninsula. For additional information, see Kelly Weyer’s article on Pages 56, 63, & 77, which provide a first-hand account of her participation in the 2022 National Conference.

In addition, the Northeast Section has a few spots opening on the Executive Committee, including Vice President and At-Large Member positions. Anyone interested in serving and being a part of the committee please reach out to Kelly Weyer at info@ne-aipg.org.

Enjoy the rest of the summer, Jennifer Rhee

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The evening event was enjoyed by those in attendance. Prior to the dinner service, attendees gathered for a social and networking hour to discuss current happenings and advancements in the field, in business, and of the day.

After dinner was served and enjoyed, a presentation revealing current advancements in the remediation of the Navy Grumman Groundwater Plume on Long Island was given by co-presenters Jason Pelton (P.G. Section Chief, Remedial Bureau D, Section B, NYSDEC), remotely, and Dan St. Germain (P.G. Senior Hydrogeologist, HDR), in-person. The presentation was followed by several interesting questions and discussions.

Overall, this was a successful event and opportunity to gather with colleagues! As everyone is slowly becoming more active after the slow down during the pandemic, NE-AIPG hopes this is only the beginning of reconnecting with members and associated professional organizations in the region. Stay tuned to emails and newsletters for updates and announcements on upcoming activities!

Top: The added bonus tour for the history of the bath houses in Saratoga Spa State Park

Bottom: The group during the evening presentation at the Century House in Latham, New York

May 2022 MEETING MINUTES NE SECTION – AIPG EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING

MONDAY, May 31, 2022

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Secretary

s Report (Minutes)

March Meeting Minutes – After a few minutes of review, a motion was made to accept with a few minor edits. Seconded and accepted.

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Treasurer

s Report

March and April – The Angelo Tagliacozzo Memorial Geological Scholarship (ATMGS) fund has had a number of scholarship checks cashed, and the rest should be soon. A suggestion to look into electronic transfer instead of checks was proposed, although the checks are sent with a nice letter as well. Additionally, there has not been much growth for 3-4 months due to fluctuations and uncertainty in the market.

March and April – Section Fund account has a new system for processing fees and payments and there is a test deposit on the statement. In addition we have the usual fees. Star chapter is now separating its credit card processing fees and added in addition to its monthly website fees.

Treasurer role – Bob will not be serving another term, and it would be wise to start transitioning to a new treasurer.

Correspondence – No updates.

John Nadeau on the call – CPG in Clifton Park, NY. NY State Council of Professional Geologists Presents: Geology Days conference in Saratoga Springs Oct 17-19. Hoping for around 200 in attendance, and there will be no short course this year, but possibly next year. This could possibly run in conjunction for fall meeting? Or trade sponsorships?

Scott Hulseapple on the call – Was interested in learning more about AIPG and thinking about volunteering some more time.

Old Business Spring Meeting – May 18th HMPGA at the Century House in Latham – AIPG had a handful, field trip had 16 people, some general geology of the area. Presentation went well, a topic a lot of people are familiar with.

Geophysical Short Course – Summer 22’ time frame is not feasible. Possibly the Monday of Geology Days? We would probably need to commit within 4-6 weeks. It would be in person, and if we wanted remote we could discuss the potential and possibly a hybrid option.

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Adelina Prentice

Michael Grifasi

Bob Blauvelt

Jennifer Rhee

Jeff Frederick

Kelly Weyer

Luanne Whitbeck

John Nadeau

Laurie Scheuing

Chris Brown Dick Young Scott Hulseapple

Dennis McGrath

Kim Burger Mitch Ward

Are you a member of AIPG’s Northeast Section who is hopeful for the future of the profession, and would like to help the NE Section continue to thrive and be successful in supporting current and future geologists?

Do you want to help plan events to bring geologists together for networking, learning, and professional advancement opportunities?

Do you have advice from anything learned along the way that you would share with your younger self to aid in making better and more informed decisions about your career and life as a geologist? Continuing the success and activities of NE-AIPG can facilitate interactions between seasoned professionals and those just starting in their careers.

If you answered yes to any of the above questions, that might be part of the reason you joined AIPG, and maybe you want to consider playing a larger part by joining the NE-AIPG ExCom to help continue the success of the NE Section.

The NE-AIPG ExCom consists of 5 Officers (President, President-Elect, Immediate Past-President, Treasurer, and Secretary) and 6 At-Large members, in addition to various committees comprised of Section members.

Officer terms are two years, but notice the position of President involves a six-year commitment, with two years in each position of the sequence: President-Elect, President, then Immediate Past-President. We are still looking for a President Elect for the 2023-2024 term to begin on January 1, 2023.

At-Large Positions terms are 2 years. With three of the six positions concluding/beginning in alternate years. We have openings for At-Large members for the 2023-2024 term to begin on January 1, 2023.

If you are interested in learning more about leadership or committee opportunities with NE-AIPG please contact us at info@ne-aipg.org.

We are Looking for Members to Join the Executive Committee of the NE/AIPG!

ByKellyWeyer,CPG-11826 ScholarshipChairperson

Once again, the time is here. We are enthusiastic to begin the process of reviewing and editing the application forms, contact lists, and announcementsfortheATMGS2022-2023season!

In early September 2022, the Application will open online and Announcements will be sent to colleges and universities in the eight states included within the NE Section of AIPG. The online application will close on December 9, 2022. The Scholarship Committee will then review the applications and recommend awards for approval by the NE/AIPG Executive Committee. The final awards will be announced in early March 2023.

For more information on the Scholarship, please see Page 75 in this newsletter, or contact us at neaipg.atscholarship2@gmail.com with any questions.

If you have not donated to the scholarship fund this year, we encourage you to do so to ensure we can continue to provide substantial awards to promising Geologists and support the continued success of the profession. You can donate using the form on Page 76, or on the NE-AIPG website at https://ne-aipg.org.

Thank you to everyone who has and continues to support the ATMGS program!

Angelo Tagliacozzo Memorial Geological Scholarship 2022-2023

Russell G. Slayback, 85, of Greens Farms, CT, died peacefully in the arms of his daughters and long-time caretaker, Monica, on June 20, 2022. Russ was born on September 19, 1936, in New York, New York, to Russell B. Slayback and Doris E. Gardner. He earned a B.S. degree in geology from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1959. By 1960, Russ began work as a hydrogeologist for Leggette, Brashears & Graham Inc. (LBG), where he later became Vice President and Director before ultimately ascending to President and Chairman of the Board. Russ also worked to expand the scope of geoscience through his volunteerism, holding twenty different positions at the American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG), including National Editor and an Advisory Board Representative in 1980, National President-Elect in 1993, and National President in 1994. In addition, Russ served in several positions at the American Geosciences Institute (AGI), including as the foundation's chairman and the president of the Institute. While in his role as Chairman at AGI, Russ championed the creation of the endowed AGI Fisher Congressional Fellowship. Russ also sat on the University of Texas at Austin Jackson School Geology Foundation Advisory Council, rising to the chairman. Russ was honored with many awards throughout his career, with some of the most notable being the AIPG Martin Van Covering Award, the AIPG Ben H. Parker Medal, the William B. Heroy Jr. Award for Distinguished Service to AGI, the AGI Medal in Memory of Ian Campbell, and the Russell G. Slayback Award of the AIPG Northeast section. Russ joins his beloved Judy, the light of his life, who he has missed dearly. He is survived by his daughters, Leigh Reed of Highland, Maryland, and Lynn Sikora of Manassas, Virginia; and his four adored grandchildren, Derek and Kelly Sikora, and Taylor and Dana Reed. He was also blessed with a cherished son-in-law, Rob Reed. Memorial contributions in honor of Russ may be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, stjude.org/ onlinegiving.

Russ, Judy, Leigh, & Lynn

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Recalled by Dennis McGrath, CPG-08575

In 1993, the NE Section hosted the AIPG Annual Meeting in Springfield, MA; Russ was the General Chairman for that meeting.

Unlike the way Annual Meetings are planned today, the 1993 Annual Meeting was held during the time when the individual state section hosting the meeting took all the responsibility for planning and organizing all meeting events.

Bottom line: there was a lot of work to do and Russ was looking for volunteers to help him. I was a new CPG; I had only recently started attending NE Section meetings, and I hardly knew anyone in the NE Section (or so I thought). What exactly led Russ to call me, I will never know. Even though I hardly knew him, I instinctively knew this was not a request I could turn down. Russ wanted me to organize a panel discussion by four State Geologists to discuss changes that were occurring in their state geological survey.

Initially, I was afraid I would do something to screw this up. Also, contacting four State Geologists, none of whom I knew, intimidated me. A State Geologist represented someone to me who reached the pinnacle of our profession. Would any of them even have the time to talk to me? Well, after I made my initial calls, my concerns vanished because each of them could not have been more friendly and courteous. And they were all excited about participating! Once I made the calls and the participants were confirmed, I thought my work was completed, but Russ then asked me to introduce them at the Annual Meeting. For the record, the four State Geologists included Bob Fakundiny (NY), Haig Kasabach (NJ), Charles Mankin (OK), and Larry Woodfork (WV). Each of them addressed changes that were occurring in their respective state geological surveys because of budget cuts and/or legislative efforts to shrink or eliminate their survey. As it turned out, the panel discussion was one of the highlights of the 1993 Annual Meeting!

Throughout the planning effort, I experienced many anxious moments, but I overcame them because Russ provided the guidance and encouragement that I needed. After the meeting, Russ prepared an article for the NE Section Newsletter that was a look-back summary of all the meeting events. Included in Russ’s summary was a kind acknowledgment of my efforts in organizing the panel discussion. I will be forever grateful for Russ’s

Anyone may provide written, descriptive nominations of candidates (and of their contributions to NE/AIPG) for the Slayback Award, by CONFIDENTIALLY submitting the nomination in writing to any one of the previous recipients (Russ Slayback, Dick Young, Dennis McGrath, Dan St. Germain, Tom West, Curt Kraemer, Bob Blauvelt, and Jeff Frederick).

The concept of the Russell G. Slayback Award is to provide: "Honor and Recognition of Exemplary Service, Above and Beyond, To the Northeast Section of AIPG.” Thus, the Slayback Award is intended to be presented on those rare occasions when truly landmark, exemplary service has been given to the Northeast Section of AIPG for a protracted period of time by an AIPG Certified Professional Geologist who is a Member of the Northeast Section. "On those rare occasions" is the operative phrase, as the Slayback Award was never intended to be "presented annually." Confidentiality, to maintain the element of surprise in honoring the Recipient and his/her long service, is a cornerstone concept of the Slayback Awards.

Selection of Awardees is made by the previous recipients, in confidential discussions with the NE/AIPG Section President. Individual Members of the ExCom may be consulted for their input on a confidential basis. Confidentiality, to maintain the element of surprise in honoring the Recipient(s) and his/her/ their long service, is a cornerstone concept of the Slayback Award.

Additionally, given that Russ was committed to helping/mentoring young Geologists and was a long-time, devoted proponent of the Northeast Section's Angelo Tagliacozzo Memorial Geological Scholarship Trust Fund, Donations In Memory and Honor of Russ Slayback may be made to the NE/ AIPG Geological Scholarship Perpetual Trust Fund and should be written to: Angelo Tagliacozzo Memorial Geological Scholarship Trust Fund, and mailed to: NE/AIPG Geological Scholarship Trust Fund c/o Bob Blauvelt

345 Stuyvesant Avenue , Lyndhurst, New Jersey 07071

Alternatively, you can make your Contribution, RIGHT NOW, ONLINE, by going to https://ne-aipg.org/ and clicking "Donation To Scholarship Fund" (under Quick Links” on the home page). All Contributions to the Scholarship Trust Fund are invested, perpetually, with earnings thereon used solely for the Scholarship. NE/AIPG bears all costs of administration. Please ask your employer about matching your tax-free contribution and about additional corporate contributions.

For further information, contact Kelly Weyer: neaipg.atscholarship2@gmail.com

National Meeting August 6-9, 2022, Marquette, MI – No one has taken the ExCom spot yet and Jennifer will not be able to attend. In addition, the section provides funding for the person to attend.

https://aipg.org/page/2022NationalConference

New Business Fall Meeting - NYSCPG October Meeting

Membership Dues – An email was sent to ask if we want to increase dues for NE section. The last time it was raised was 2017. National has recently increased dues. NE section gets a fair amount from dues, and a discussion followed on whether we need to raise dues.

National Meeting Donation - $250 – The budget lists $1,000 for this year. Last year the section donation was $250, but the meeting was virtual and this year it is in person. A discussion followed on rationale of different donation amounts. A motion was made to sponsor national meeting at $500. The motion was seconded and voted to approve.

2022 Scholarship Committee Update – No updates. A short discussion on CPG certifications, and the amount of states that now have their own certification.

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encouragement and his confidence in me. That is why this story immediately comes to mind when I think of Russ. I hope you enjoy it, too.

Recalled by Wendy Davidson, AIPG Assistant Director

I remember Russ fondly, especially when Russ accepted his AIPG National Award with Judy and his daughters present. Russ gave an amazing, heartfelt speech. Russ received The AIPG Presidential Certificate of Merit (1992), the AIPG National Martin Van Couvering Memorial Service to the Institute Award (1995), and the AIPG National Ben H. Parker Memorial Distinguished Service Medal (2000).

Recalled by W. Thomas West, CPG-08935 Russ Slayback, CPG-02305, was one of the early founding members of the Northeast Section of AIPG, and only two members (Haig Kasaback, CPG-01460 and Alan Temple, CPG01100) are listed in the 2022 NE/AIPG Membership Directory with CPG numbers lower than Russ's!

Recalled by Mike McEachern, CPG-03835, NE/AIPG Past President

I go back a long way with Russ Slayback, to in the early-mid 1970s when I first became involved with AIPG. Russ was always the consummate professional who you immediately think of when you hear the term “professional geologist.” The Northeast Section was small back then and Russ encouraged me to apply for and get my CPG, even though Russ was a senior guy at LBG and I worked for the “opposition,” Geraghty & Miller. For Russ, it was always the Institute and the profession that counted. Russ and I found ourselves on opposite sides in a few water resources cases, but he showed me great respect despite my much lower professional status. I am privileged to have known Russ both as a professional and as a great guy.

Recalled by Bob Blauvelt, CPG-06508, NE/AIPG Treasurer

At my first NE-AIPG meeting, Russ went out of his way to introduce himself and to take me around to meet several other Executive Committee members. It was his open and welcoming attitude that made new members feel valued and encouraged their participation in (and enjoyment of) NE/AIPG. (End)

A Geologist’s Family Sailing Adventure

By Jeff Frederick, CPG-10989

The two-week family sailing cruise of 2021 (See 2021 NE/AIPG Holidays Newsletter 11/19/2021, pg. 60) was fairly epic for us, and the boys talked about it all summer, fall, and into the winter would there be another trip like it? Absolutely! Last summer we sailed our Moody 38 center cockpit sloop (s/v Cambria) to Block Island and up into the Narragansett, we weathered a tropical storm, and returned home safely. She’s a wonderfully sound family cruising boat, with a galley, refrigeration, head, and berths for six people. Perfect for us. This year, we began planning once again in January, researching ports and towns, mooring and anchoring spots, calculating distances, currents, and speeds. By late February, we had a plan: home to Fire Island Inlet (Sore Thumb); to Shinnecock Bay; to Block Island; to Cuttyhunk Island; to Martha’s Vineyard; to Newport; to Block Island; to Shinnecock; to Sore Thumb; and finally home again. Ten days of sailing, seven lay days in various ports and towns… it seemed ambitious, but my wife Elizabeth and I now consider our boys, Joseph (8) and Elias (4), to be experienced old sea dogs, and we knew they could handle it! What follows are a collection of entries from the ship’s log… we hope you enjoy.

Day 1 - So long Sayville... hello stress dreams, anchor alarms sounding at 2am because you didn't set the rode length correctly, enjoying our new island pattern decorative throw pillows (magical!),

CRUISING MAP

to slip into “cruising mode,” but there are so many things to consider, think about, and worry about. Anchoring in a place like Sore Thumb is always a bit more challenging than being in the bay. The currents here really rip, and they swing a full 180° in a 12-hour period. So the anchor needs to be set right in the sandy bottom, the rode needs to be long enough to compensate for depth and to keep the shank on the seabed, and the anchor alarm needs to be offset properly to account for these factors. Needless to say, our anchor was set well, the alarm… not so much. A little late-night panic certainly focuses the mind! We have 8 boats from our club (SBCC) at the anchorage, one more joining enroute tomorrow from Atlantic Highlands for a cruise fleet of 9 boats to Block Island... 3 of which have kids aboard!! Yay for the boys!

Day 2 - Smooth sailing to Shinnecock Bay in a rolling 4-foot swell and light winds. FI inlet offered the usual challenges... to trust the channel marks, or not? We chose not to trust them and relied on local knowledge of a friend who drives commercial boats each day. Smart choice! The boys were hungry all day by design. Elias doesn't approve of being hungry and asked for snacks hourly. Joseph napped, and selected hunger over seasickness. Passage toys kept them busy for a while, while mom and dad hoisted the cruising asymmetrical spinnaker (aka the Whomper because when you unfurl it, it goes “Whomp!”) for the first time! We were hauling in light winds for about an hour until the wind clocked around on us and was blowing straight over the bow. The sail bag on the foredeck is now a favorite napping spot!

Day 3 - A nice 8 hour run to Block Island. With light winds that built through the day, we spent 7 hours flying the spinnaker. The boys did well and were excited to see the other kids once we moored up. Dinner at the Oar with 20 or so friends on 10 boats, a big fleet from SBCC! Looking forward to a quiet lay day tomorrow... weather looks iffy, but we're going to the beach!

Day 4 - Block Isle. Weather is sub optimal, and that's ok. We had a fun

morning sketch journaling, and the boys were directed to draw their favorite thing about the previous day. Joseph sketched an ice cream sandwich. We invited friends aboard who joined the cruise from NJ to talk boats and sailing and the life aquatic, and all the boys played below decks and above. This was their first big sailing adventure as a family, and it was great to get our kids together to play and to catch up. A big group lunch with SBCC gang (25 of us? Wow!) at Dead Eye Dick’s before we wandered off to the marine science center for aquatic show and tell with two other families (5 kids total), and then ice cream! By the time we got in the dinghy for a short ride home (as the rain started), it was already dinner time. We spent the entire afternoon letting the kids be kids, and it was perfect. I shot over to s/v Shadow for a quick Manhattan with Capt. Margeson as the heavy stuff dropped and we talked about our dream blue water boats (the Hans Christian 43T... am I right?). We all decided to stay another day at Block, the beach awaits and today was a wash. Meanwhile, the rain falls on the deck and we are snuggled in our berth, the boys are out cold, and all is right with the world.

Day 5 - Today was like 3 days... I hit the fuel dock with Elias at 0600, gassed up the dinghy, had a great breakfast aboard, and hit the beach at 0930. Friends joined us at noon and the kids played until 1600 while the adults adulted. Elizabeth grabbed a coveted land shower before heading back to the boat. A quick dish prep, and off to s/v Stowe Aways for an amazing pot-luck dinner with friends from the club! Steak, pork, pasta with pesto, salad, rice, mac-ncheese, snack platters, and, of course, cocktails. The kids were giggling and romping all evening, which made it all the better. Elizabeth thought it was just one step to the platform... it was two. She had a nice unplanned latenight swim... lol. That big bag of rice in the galley has a dual purpose, and her phone will be spending the next few days in there drying out! Another amazing day!

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Day 6 - Block Island to Cuttyhunk Island. Light variable winds and flat seas. We mostly steamed the 6 hours to Cuttyhunk, the boys read or watched cartoons, or slept! Yesterday was a big beach day, and you can see the fatigue on their puffy little faces. A little too much sun, a little too much fun. We dragged a fishing line while motoring and actually hooked one... but after a 60 second battle it spat the lure out. I had dreams of fresh fish for dinner, however brief they were. Cuttyhunk is what you get when you distill a coastal New England town, then age it in an oak barrel. We roamed for a bit and discovered the ice cream shop opens for the season tomorrow! We got scooter crunch bars as a consolation prize at the very quaint "shop" and sat in the shade and listened to the bull frogs croak in a pond.

We took a quick dinghy ride to the sandy beach along the inlet and let the boys play. The channel is dredged often, as this harbor is a USACE port of refuge. So the boys enjoyed “falling off the cliff” just off the beach where water depths went from 3 feet to 12 feet in the span of about 5 steps. Elizabeth prepared dinner on the boat (chicken w/ sautéed onions, garlic, mashed potatoes, and corn on the cob) and the boys were asleep in record time. A cocktail aboard s/v Shadow with good friends, and the adults were asleep in record time. It was a good day. Tomorrow we make for Martha's Vineyard!

Day 7 - Cuttyhunk Isle to Edgartown, MV. Morning swims and a few chores, and we were underway at 0800. The NE winds filled in quickly and we had a sailboat race on our hands! With a lift from the currents, s/v Cambria touched 8.4kts of speed over ground! Elias sailed the boat for a bit, too. He likes to drive, and at 4 he is starting to grasp simple concepts like steering toward a landmark or following another boat. We steamed into harbor and grabbed our moorings. The tool bag came out to assist in a few repairs, then we dinghied into town for ice cream, groceries, and some meds for Elias' swimmer’s ear. A quiet night on the boat, and much needed convalescence for Elias. Tomorrow we explore.

Day 8&9 - Edgartown, MV. Swimming, roaming town, ice cream, dinner at Edgartown Yacht Club for Joseph and me with some friends from SBCC while mom stayed aboard with Elias... he still has a tough cough, but the ear is better! Big meals on board and in town, everyone took a 2-hour post lunch nap on Friday... then more swimming and shenanigans! A late-night single malt, and cigars aboard s/v Shadow kept us up past midnight... ouch. What are we, college kids?

Thunderstorms this AM made it reasonable to sleep in... 0915 for the captain, a new record. Once the weather cleared the boys swam for an hour or so before we hit town for errands and more ice cream. It’s been a nice, relaxing couple of days here. We didn’t get to do everything we

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Day 10 - Edgartown to Newport, RI. The day started windless and foggy at 0600... but things would change soon enough. Early start travel-days mean coffee gets brewed and breakfast is a granola bar or piece of fruit. Often, I’ll get the motor started and disembark while everyone else is still asleep… other times Elizabeth will assist with casting off (especially helpful if we are anchored). Today, Joseph and Mom were stirring as we headed out, Elias slept in. The boys prefer flat seas, and they got them to start out. We also got a great lift from the tidal currents, which pushed us out of Vineyard Sound at over 7 knots and into a very lumpy Block Is Sound... the swells from the storm front 24-36 hours ago were diminished, at 4ft with a few 6ft-ers mixed in. Mama-bear distributed the remedies (wrist bands, ginger candies, and half-doses of Dramamine as needed) and she burrowed into the sole of the cockpit with a sleeping bag and a book to brace herself and read Narnia to the boys.

As we progressed west, the seas calmed some and we had some decent sailing. We got to Newport around 1400, and relaxed and swam for a bit. Mom went to Ida Lewis Yacht Club for a shower, and Elias and I met

her there for a nice drink overlooking the harbor while Joseph stood watch aboard Cambria (playing Sonic! Ha!).

Dinner out with the SBCC gang in town, where several of our favorite restaurants are struggling to find good help in the wake of the pandemic. A return trip to the boat at dusk to settle in and watch the Jamestown fireworks... a small prelude to the big show we will get on the 4th of July! It was a pretty good day...

Day 11 - Newport, RI. Lay day... lots of swimming. I set up the boom

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rope swing for the boys, always a big hit. It took a while for Joseph to work up the nerve to fully commit, but once he did it was hours of giggles. We dinghied to town and did laundry at the Newport Maritime Center, a wonderful resource for sailors located right at the town dinghy dock. Showers, laundry, internet, a lounge, plus a sailing museum and shops upstairs. Next, I took the boys to the arcade to play games and win fabulous prizes, meanwhile letting mom shop for dresses without interruption. We roamed town and had lemonade, ate ice cream, had a great lunch, and returned to the boat for a nap. Later, we dinghied back into town to pick up ice, and later had 9 friends over to the boat to watch the Newport fireworks. Elizabeth is the “hostess with the mostest,” preparing drinks and snack trays for the crowd! The boys are crushed... it was another 4-star day.

Days 12&13 - Newport, RI. We extended our stay by one day to let some rough seas and lousy winds move through. Plenty to do here, so we grocery shopped, ate ice cream, swam some more, had dinner at Ida Lewis YC, shopped in town, and socialized with friends. More importantly, I needed to diagnose an electrical problem aboard. My house bank of batteries went flat, which is hard to understand because I have a rather good handle on our daily Amp-hour consumption. What I discovered was not good – the new thermostat I installed in the fridge this spring had a problem. Because it was so new… it moves really easily. Ha! So, every time it got bumped in the loading and unloading of the fridge, it could very easily get turned up to “maximum.” And it did. Instead of modest cooling, we had turbo-fridge for two day, which drained my batteries to the point of sulfate accumulation. Dead for good. So, I got an Uber to the marine chandlery and traded in two dead batteries for two new ones… plus a bunch of money, of course. We could limp home on two batteries, and I would replace the other two when I get home. Lesson learned! Still, very hard not to like Newport.

Day 14 - Newport to Block Is. Started out smooth, got lumpy, but we had nice wind for the short hop over to Block. The boys just shrug off "half-days" at sea now... "only 4 hours?" No biggie. We anchored in 10 feet of water near Dinghy Beach and zipped over to Champlin's to meet up with old friends from Malcolm Pirnie (the old days) who happened to be there for the week. The four kids played in the pool for a few hours, then back to their boat... the 47' Sea Ray that was the "Stugatz" in the Sopranos! Lol. Back to Cambria to clean up, then off to Dead Eye Dick’s for one last dinner with the whole (remaining) fleet... 8 boats represented on this final day. Pretty cool. In the morning we make our way further west to Shinnecock Bay.

Day 15 - Block Isle to Shinnecock. A 0700 start, and a long day at sea, tiring. Crossing Montauk Reef was especially lumpy, as the 3-foot swell

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and his sons, Joseph and Elias

Jeff

News of Members

By Kelly Weyer, CPG-11826

It was nice to travel and attend a couple in-person geology events at the end of July and beginning of August.

The first event was a trip to the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) in New York City, with the Long Island Association of Professional Geologists (LIAPG), for a guided tour through the Allison and Roberto Mignone Halls of Gems and Minerals. The second event was the National AIPG Annual Conference in Marquette, Michigan.

The trip with LIAPG to the AMNH Halls of Gems and Minerals took place on Sunday, July 31st. Although the main event was inside, it was wonderful that the weather was pleasant outside so as participants arrived there was an opportunity for conversations and introductions.

After gathering outside of the entrance, the LIAPG group proceeded into the museum and divided into two smaller groups for the tour since the event was so well attended. The groups were guided through the various displays while the docent of each group pointed out the highlights.

Photos on the left are of the LIAPG group in the Allison and Roberto Mignone Halls of Gems and Minerals. There were several interesting conversations about the displays and specimens along the tour.

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doubled in size for an hour or so before the seas calmed once we passed Montauk light. We anchored at Cormorant Pt around 1500 and swam in the warm bay. The boys did well managing their equilibrium and keeping their stomachs empty (enough) to not get seasick, and Mom rewarded us all with bacon cheeseburgers with the fixin’s on pretzel rolls with fries made in bacon grease! Better than any restaurant withing 400 yds!! Dad crashed at 7:30 and slept for 10 hrs... much needed. Tomorrow, another long day to Fire Island for the last leg of our cruise!

Day 16 - Shinnecock to Fire Island Inlet. Another early start, but with a rare NE wind blowing 10-15kts that made for wonderful sailing in smooth seas. We saw whales and dolphins, which is always fun. Mom read more Narnia, Elias built Legos on the cockpit sole, and Joseph napped and played video games. Dad pushed buttons on our wind instrument head, which hasn't worked since I swapped out the computer last year yet suddenly it works! Patience IS a virtue.

The entrance was perfect with plenty of water, and we anchored in 12 feet of water at Sore Thumb, rafted with s/v Rising Tide and s/v Shadow for Manhattans and Sazeracs. The boys swam, we went to the beach, helped some other boys net baitfish for their fishing trip, and investigated the sand bar and scared off all the birds. One sleep and we make our way home.

Day 17 - Sore Thumb - Home. A short and uneventful AM run home, taking the west channel for the first time up to the state channel... added about 40 minutes to our trip, but if I had to drive east into the brilliant rising sun reflecting off the water for another 30-minutes I would be permanently blind. Elizabeth packed and cleaned the boat while we sailed, so when we arrived at the docks we were ready to load wagons!!

All in, we sailed for approximately 64 hours, covering ~380 miles in 10 travel days, with 7 lay days at various ports. We explored some new ports and visited some familiar places. We changed plans a couple times due to weather, but seriously lucked out with only 2 rainy days in 17. Amazing! Favorable winds and fairly calm seas, and cool temps at night made for great sleeping weather. We learned some things too: Joseph learned that fear of seasickness can be worse than seasickness; Elias learned all of Mom's snack hiding spots; Mom learned how to furl and unfurl sails single-handed; and Dad learned that no job is worth rushing on the boat... always take your time and be safe!

The 2022 two-week cruise is in the books! There is no longer any question… we will be planning this winter for another great adventure in the waters of New England in 2023.

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Please let our advertisers and sponsors know you appreciate them by working with these companies whenever possible. Be sure to personally acknowledge their support when you speak with their representatives, and mention you saw their ad or sponsorship in our Newsletter.

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If you joined NE-AIPG for the 2018 Spring Meeting Field Trip to the Sterling Hill Mining Museum in Ogdensburg, New Jersey (https:// www.sterlinghillminingmuseum.org/), then you might recognize one of the large exhibit pieces, which was a slab of rock cut from the wall of the former zinc ore mine. The ~16’ by ~10’ rock slab weighed about 44,000 pounds and showcased several of the fluorescent minerals found at the Sterling Hill Mine.

Above: Display showcasing the fluorescent minerals in the rock from the Sterling Hill Mine in Ogdensburg, New Jersey

Below Left: “Minerals of New York City” display

Below Right: Garnet amphibolite from Gore Mountain in the Adirondack Mountains in New York. These rocks contain some of the world's largest garnets

Although several photos in this article display regional examples, there were many impressive displays and samples from around the world within the Allison and Roberto Mignone Halls of Gems and Minerals. You can visit the AMNH website (https://www.amnh.org/exhibitions/permanent/gems-minerals) to find more information about what you could see if you make the trip to see the exhibit in person.

The early August event attended was the National AIPG Annual Conference, held at The Northern Center at Northern Michigan University in Marquette, Michigan from Saturday, August 6th to Tuesday, August 9th.

PIGGYBACKING: SERVICE EXPANDED FOR NE/AIPG ADVERTISERS!

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ANGELO TAGLIACOZZO MEMORIAL GEOLOGICAL SCHOLARSHIP TRUST FUND

LIST

OF CONTRIBUTORS SINCE

1987 (All Contributors, Since Fund Inception Through February 7, 2022)

FRIENDS OF THE FUND ($1,000+)

Aquifer Drilling & Testing, Inc. Banino, George Blauvelt, Robert P. Dimmick, Charles Wm. Kasabach, Haig F. Kraemer, Curtis A. Leggette, Brashears & Graham, Inc. McGrath, Dennis G. Northeast Section – AIPG Rexrode, H. Leonard, Jr. Roux Associates Roux, Paul H. Schiffman, Arnold Slayback, Russell G. Valkenburg, Nicholas Young, Richard H.

BENEFACTORS ($500+)

Allen, Boyd III Cascade Drilling, Inc. Emerson, Mark FPM Remediations Frederick, Jeffrey Herrick, Dean H. Higgins, Jonathan B. (In Memory of Leo Hall) Kayler, Kyle Mahier, Luke McEachern, Michael Patota, Jean M. Proce, Christopher Stone, Timothy S. Whitbeck, Luanne

PATRONS ($250+)

Airmag Surveys, Inc. Alpha Analytical Anonymous

Brinckerhoff, Laura (In Honor of Frank McCarthy) Burke, Michael R. Con-test Analytical Laboratory EcoRental

Gavras, John M. Graff, Carol S. Harrington, Jonathan Long, Dean Kleiman, Amy Miller, David W. Neubeck, William S and Jean M. Nova Consulting & Engineering, LLC PVE Sheffler Rich, Charles A. Richter, Dorothy Rosenfeld, Mordecai SoilTesting, Inc.

SPONSORS ($125+)

Alpha Geoscience Brown, Christopher Chamberlain, John Mark Clemens, Robert H. DeAngelis, James Eggers, J. ERM – Northeast Fakundiny, Robert Graham, Jack B. Greenman, Michael Heindel, Craig and Chaves, Judith Hince, Eric Koch, Ellis Mathez, Muriel Pieriboni, John Prehoda, William P. Schechner, Claire and Louis Scheuing, Laurie Standish, Richard

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Stewart, Robert A. Tsacoyannis, Nicholas Urban-Mead, Russell B. Waste Management, Inc. (Matching Gift on Behalf of George Banino)

CONTRIBUTORS ($50+)

Arguden, A. Tefvik Barish, James M. Becker, Arthur E. Bell, David L. Belt, Edward S. Bugh, James Davis, R. Laurence Environmental Compliance, Inc. (On Behalf of Joseph Torlucci) Flick, William Gallagher, Evelyn A. Hanlon, Kerry Herman Karpel Memorial Fund (On Behalf of Friends of Rhoda Tagliacozzo) Hnottavange-Tellen, Ken Hoogerhyde, Kevin J. Housman, John J., Jr. Jonathan Paul Associates, Inc. Kaczor, Sofia Ketani, Ralph Mase, David F. Maslansky, Steven P. McEachern, Jessica Mozer, Robert Neubeck, William S. Penn, William E. Rice, John Rhyner, John Russo, Luigi Ryan, Michael J. Scott, David Shope, Steven Sillman, Robert and Roberta Sparrow, Leslie St. Germain, Daniel J. Stokes, Kurtis W. StoneHill Environmental, Inc. Tatlock, Derek

Timmons, Robert Torlucci, Joseph Tyers, George Waring, Andrew D. Wenz, Kenneth P. Werle, Craig West, William T. Weyer, Kelly Wohlford, Thomas

DONORS (Up To $50)

Bablin, Christopher Barbour, Richard and Rose Becker, Jennifer Bowes, James Bradley, Margaret Busa, Mark D. Clausen, Jay Cox, Peter Faldetta, Sarah Fournier, Leroy Fredrick, William T Gannett Fleming, Inc. Hager, Jutta Harwood, David G. Hergert, David Hixon, Richard A. King, Daniel Kowalski, Richard G. Ross, Lauren and Shelley Sass, Daniel B. (In Honor of K. E. Caster) Shakti Consultants Sinnot, Joseph Skehan, James Speidel, David Susca, Michael Vozza, Scott Wayland, Russell Weinstock, Eric Wheran Engineering

Celebrating 37 Years of Scholarships!

The Angelo Tagliacozzo Memorial Geological Scholarship

The Angelo Tagliacozzo Memorial Geological Scholarship was established by the Northeast Section of the American Institute of Professional Geologists in late 1986. The first Scholarships were presented to undergraduate Geology students in 1987.

The ATMG Scholarship recognizes the dedicated leadership and service which Angelo provided to NEAIPG, to AIPG, and to the geological profession, until his untimely passing on October 11, 1986. The Scholarship furthers Angelo's goal of acquainting young geologists with AIPG and with AIPG's importance to the geological profession.

ANGELO TAGLIACOZZO (1936 - 1986)

Angelo Tagliacozzo received his doctorate in Geology from the University of Rome (Italy) in 1962. Thereafter, he worked in various positions as geologist, geophysicist, and hydrogeologist, which included assignments abroad, in the U.S., and with the United Nations. Angelo provided exemplary service to AIPG at the Section and National levels. He was a Northeast Section Executive Committee Member (1973- 1982), Vice President (1977-1978), President (1979-1980), National Advisory Board Delegate (1981-1982), and Screening Board Chairman (1984-1986). Angelo's dedication to and leadership of the Northeast Section Screening Board has become the ultimate standard against which service in such a position is measured. Angelo also served as an AIPG National Executive Committeeman (1982); he was a vigorous advocate of measures to increase professionalism. Angelo was (and will always be remembered as) a respected professional… and a friend to many.

THE SCHOLARSHIP

To: Kelly Weyer, Chairperson, ATMG Scholarship, Northeast Section, AIPG

From:

Date:

Re: I’m Taking the Pledge: I’M IN FOR 2022!

Dear Kelly,

This year, I am 100% with you when it comes to achieving the Section’s goal of 100% participation in support of the ATMG Scholarship Perpetual Trust Fund in 2022!

I agree with your encouragement that each and every Section Member make a contribution in accordance with their ability! Affordable donations from many members, can show a stronger and more united support for the future of our profession and aspiring geologist, rather than relying on the generous support from a few members.

To show my support toward the profession of Geology and encourage aspiring Geologist, you can count me in FOR 2022!

I am committed to contributing, as much as I can, to give back to the profession that has given me so much. I’M IN FOR 2022, and I am considering a tax-free donation equivalent to $35 a Week, $35 a Month, or $35 for the Year!

Also, I just wanted to tell you I am delighted to know that every one of those hard-earned dollars that I contribute will be INVESTED in the Scholarship Perpetual Trust Fund, so my contribution today can keep on giving, year after year! That makes me feel like my contribution really means something, both now and in the long term!

I have thought it over, and I know how important 100% participation is to make significant impacts in the lives of aspiring geologists! So, Kelly, I’M IN FOR 2022, as indicated below.

If I want to add another tax-free donation later in the year, or if I want to pay this donation online, I know that I can visit the Section website at https://ne-aipg.org and make a donation at any time.

The first day of the Conference included Executive Committee and Section business meetings, concurrent with a Student Career Workshop, followed by networking opportunities between students and professionals. The first day concluded with the 4th Annual AIPG Geo-Trivia Night.

The second day of the Conference included several field trips to various locations around the region to highlight the local geology, such as “Minerals and Falling Water,” “HighGrade Ni-Cu Eagle Mine,” and “Historic Iron Mining on the Marquette Range.” The day concluded with a Welcome Reception and Annual Silent Auction, which gave members a chance to network and to visit the Conference Exhibitors and the Student Research Posters.

The third day of the Conference started with an early morning Section Roundtable discussion. There were several productive conversations regarding the status and future of the organization and individual Sections. The most common points of discussion were about increasing activity and involvement after the slowdown over the last couple of years. Overall, the group seemed optimistic about Section membership involvement, and about collaborations between Sections and other geological organizations for larger regional events. The remainder of the third day included Plenary and Technical Sessions, and a Luncheon with a Keynote Speaker and an evening Awards Dinner. The Exhibit Hall remained open throughout the day for more discussions with the Exhibitors. The last day of the Annual Conference included field trips showcasing the Sandstone Cliffs and Glacial Features of the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, the Keweenaw Copper Mining and History, and the Tilden Iron Mine and Mill.

If you have never attended a National AIPG Annual Conference, it is strongly encouraged. The Conference provides an opportunity to interact with fellow geology professionals from across the US and countries outside of the US. It is a good place to compare notes and to learn about current events and research and opportunities across many geologic specialties. The next National Conference will be a celebration of the 60th Anniversary Conference, and is scheduled to take place September 16-19, 2023, in Covington Kentucky. This will be a collaboration of several AIPG Sections in the region, and they are attempting to make it as accessible and inclusive as possible to create a well-attended and successful event for all. Hope to see you there!

Photos show Lake Superior and views of sandstone rocks and metamorphosed igneous rock cliffs, as seen from the eastern shore of Marquette, Michigan, at Presque Isle Park.