Hiking in Arches National Park (Moab Utah).
I am Russell Callahan. I grew up in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Southwestern Virginia. Growing up I enjoyed hiking, biking, and canoeing with my family. Next semester I will be a junior at Montana State University in Brozeman Montana. I am majoring in Geospatial and Environmental Analysis and Environmental Science with a Soil and Water Science option. I really enjoy the Bozeman area where I am able to climb, hike, and snowboard on the weekends.
At Hubbard Brook I am working on a research project that is studying the spatial distribution of seeps in the Hubbard Brook Valley. I am also working on characterizing the soil in the seeps. A seep is an area where ground water comes to the surface. Seeps are often characterized by areas that are permanently wet, and have unique vegetation. I am working with Dr. Scott Bailey, Dr. Kevin McGuire, and graduate student J.P. Gannon. So far I am enjoying my time in New Hampshire, I have spent most of my weekends hiking or rock climbing in the beautiful White Mountains. Working and playing outside everyday makes it very easy to fall aSEEP each night at Pleasant View.