Grand Manan Geology

 

 

Grand Manan is an island between the Gulf of Maine and the Bay of Fundy, not far off the coast of New Brunswick and Maine.  Geologists who are lucky enough to visit Grand Manan know the rocks and structures of the island to be spectacular but challenging, even somewhat bewildering.  Solving their mysteries is our goal, and that is partly what makes Grand Manan so interesting. Along with excellent outcrops (especially along the shoreline), its unspoiled scenery and peaceful atmosphere are not surpassed anywhere along the eastern coast of North America. It is a special place.

 

This web page about the geology of Grand Manan is intended for students, teachers, geologists, and others who appreciate this part of our earth. Please feel free to contact me (greg"at"earth2geologists.net) about your ideas, questions, corrections, comments, and additions. 

 

Greg McHone, August 2010

 


 

Overview of Grand Manan Geology Mesozoic Correlation Old Articles and Post Cards
Mesozoic Geology Photo Collage Grand Manan Time Scale Bay of Fundy Tidal Video
Mesozoic Geology Field Guide Regional Tectonic Terrane Map Grand Manan Island Website
Pre-Mesozoic Geology Field Guide Bay of Fundy Regional Dikes and Basalts Fundy Basin Geology
Minerals of Grand Manan Great Mesozoic Dikes of the Northeast Grand Manan Museum
Geological References Mesozoic Dikes and Basins Map Grand Manan Trail Map
Photos of Pre-Mesozoic Island Geology 2009 Museum Presentation on G.M. Geology Ferry Information
Small Geological Map Presentation on G.M. Lava Structures Field Trips in the Fundy
Large Geological Map--modified Plate 2005-24 Presentation on North Mtn. Basalt Sources History of Grand Manan (1876)
Seven Days Work panorama (large file) Grand Manan History -- Minerals (1876) Willa Cather's Cottage
Geological Cross Section Fundy Basin Resources on CAMP basalts GM Geology Facebook Group


Our Grand Manan geology publications are available at local museums, and from Greg at the Grand Manan Farmers Market:

Grand Manan Geology: Excursions in Island Earth History

The McHones' Guide to Grand Manan Beach Stones

Grand Manan Geology Photo Calendar, July 2010 - June 2011