The Geology of the Plateau, Its Mountains and Its Waterfalls

Ever wonder why it’s uphill to Highlands, from all directions?  Or why the face of Whiteside Mountain is in part a rough, sheer cliff and in part smoothly rounded?  This program will answer these and many similar questions by exploring the processes, spread over more than 500 million years, that have created the western-North Carolina mountains.  Using concepts and language comfortable for the non-scientist, as well as numerous photographs, graphics and rock samples, Bill Jacobs will discuss not only the Blue Ridge generally, but also the geology that has created the unique Highlands-Cashier Plateau.  In addition, he will examine a wide collection of nearby mountains and waterfalls, explaining how ancient differences in their geologic history continue even today to shape their form and character.