This past Wednesday, we hosted another Nature by the Pint discussion at the Oddstory Greenhouse. This time, we had Amy Brock Han, a professor at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, who discussed the geological history of Chattanooga. It was quite the turnout, with more than 65 people in attendance, making it one of our most well-attended NBTP events yet. It was safe to say, it was rocking.
Han discussed how the rocks and fossils of the Chattanooga area tell us how Chattanooga has changed and evolved over the past several hundred million years. She also discussed different geological features of Chattanooga, like the fact that the Sequatchie Valley is a folded mountain structure, which is a landform created when the Earth’s crust is compressed. The rock layers bend and fold instead of breaking. She pointed out that many parts of Chattanooga have this feature, which also contributes to the development of its large cave system. Afterwards, Han answered plenty of eager questions, including where to find fossils. She also brought rocks that can be found in the Chattanooga area for everyone to see and touch. You could say the evening had great sediment!
Happening on the third Wednesday of every month, Nature by the Pint is a presentation and discussion series led by individuals passionate about a specific topic—often related to nature and the outdoors, particularly in the Chattanooga region. From caves to mushrooms to winemaking, NBTP offers something for everyone, all while you sip on a brew at Oddstory Brewing Company
