The Geology of Pompadour Bluff - Traveling Back in Time 40 Million Years

Sat Apr 11 2026 at 09:00 am to 12:00 pm UTC-07:00

CVS Pharmacy: Carpool to Harry & Marilyn Fisher Preserve at Pompadour Bluff | Ashland

Southern Oregon Land Conservancy
Publisher/HostSouthern Oregon Land Conservancy
The Geology of Pompadour Bluff - Traveling Back in Time 40 Million Years
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Why is Pompadour Bluff such a prominent feature in our valley? We’ll learn why, as we examine the sedimentary rocks of the bluff!
About this Event

Description

Why is Pompadour Bluff such a prominent feature in our valley? We’ll learn why with Karen Grove, Geologist, as we examine the sedimentary rocks of the bluff and climb to the top to see how these rocks fit in with the rest of the valley. We’ll explore how, over time, our region transitioned from an ocean to a river plain, then a series of active volcanoes, to what we see today.

In 2021, we were honored to be gifted an iconic landmark of the Southern Bear Creek Valley, The Harry & Marilyn Fisher Preserve at Pompadour Bluff. Harry Fisher bequeathed this 55-acre property to SOLC in his will. Read more about what makes this scenic place so special and how you can support its conservation.

Date and Time

Saturday, April 11, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Meeting Location

CVS Ph*rm*cy Parking Lot, 2341 Ashland Street, Ashland, OR 97520 (Carpool to Harry & Marilyn Fisher Preserve at Pompadour Bluff)

Focus

Geology of Pompadour Bluff and the Rouge Valley

Guide

Karen Grove, Geologist

Hiker Limit

18 Hikers

Difficulty

Moderate to Difficult, Low Speed, Hike Off-Trail, Uneven Terrain, Steep Slopes, Elevation Gain of 560 Feet

Visitors will be walking on and off trail on steep slopes at a slow pace. There will be no more than one mile of walking.

Bathroom

None

Pet Policy

This property is protected to conserve special habitats. Therefore, we kindly ask that you leave your pets at home. Certified Assistance Dogs that have been certified at a training facility by an Assistance Dogs International, Inc. will be the only dogs that are allowed.

If you have any questions, please contact Paige Gerhard, Event and Volunteer Coordinator, at 541-482-3069 (Ext 107) or email [email protected]. You can also visit our website.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

CVS Pharmacy: Carpool to Harry & Marilyn Fisher Preserve at Pompadour Bluff, 2341 Ashland Street, Ashland, United States

Tickets

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