b>j)΄!Pԫ&;"kB޶}pSVT(wę!j x;-m@JnQ+պכ7MajfJͱ4jѲ撆RxZMz7vIW/dٞТזcZM~ji ߒsQzԠDW3Den"M+/B:-uIJ7j委9p='mANޭ=/B:-n&nUfqxZM~c Ϲ+,&ᾺܢF[(1*" ϒ"Jԧ<;b" "jܢF[x ,!q қ*]/؝27SMcs"ޭDQ/应ܢF_! :s" 7`F+SVTn"IJnQ/应B 4 wD"IJ׭-`S9DrjiEJ߅gJ应矁[xZM~n"IB؃!'Тѕ+(mIKʭ/|ϐܢF[xZMzG %嬩/c[[ Meetings – Arizona AEG http://www.azaeg.org Phoenix Chapter - Association of Environmental and Engineering Geologists (AEG) Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:46:13 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 http://www.azaeg.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/cropped-cropped-AEG-Logo-Color-32x32.jpg Meetings – Arizona AEG http://www.azaeg.org 32 32 189228739 AEG 2026 Kickoff – March 26th http://www.azaeg.org/2026/02/aeg-2026-kickoff-march-26th/ Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:03:40 +0000 https://www.azaeg.org/?p=6501 We are excited to kickoff the year with Ramon Padilla, P.E. of Terracon. Mr. Padilla is a Senior Principal, Vice…
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We are excited to kickoff the year with Ramon Padilla, P.E. of Terracon. Mr. Padilla is a Senior Principal, Vice President, and Geotechnical Regional Manager for Terracon, and is based in the Tempe, Arizona office.  He has over 25 years of professional experience on a wide variety of projects, mainly in Arizona. Mr. Padilla has planned, conducted, and completed geotechnical investigations and studies for numerous projects, including municipal, county and state projects, (transportation) bridge and roadway related structures, federal/military facilities, renewable energy (solar) structures, forensic evaluations, embankments, slopes, infrastructure, and commercial and residential developments. Mr. Padilla’s experience on geotechnical projects include project planning, proposal preparation, preparing field and laboratory testing programs, performing engineering evaluations and analyses, developing engineering recommendations including shallow and deep foundations, preparing technical reports, and providing consultation to clients during the different phases of project development. Mr. Padilla is also experienced in the engineering observation and materials testing phases during the construction of projects. The presentation on March 26th will include an overview of technical aspects for design of drilled shaft foundations and shallow spread footings, as well as an overview of additional data resources that go beyond geology.

Terracon has graciously offered to host this meeting at their offices in Tempe.

4685 S. Ash Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85282

Doors will open at 5:30 pm and the discussion will commence at 6:00. Dinner, but not drinks, will be provided.

AEG Members: $30
Non-Member: $40
Student: $10
Government: $15

Please let us know if you are interested in sponsoring opportunities for this or future events by emailing us at aeg.arizona@gmail.com

Please register here: AEG 2026 Kickoff – Arizona AEG

]]> 6501 AEG Phoenix Summer Dinner, June 20th http://www.azaeg.org/2023/06/aeg-phoenix-summer-dinner-june-20th/ Wed, 14 Jun 2023 22:24:35 +0000 http://www.azaeg.org/?p=1166 We are looking forward to kicking off the summer at Fate’s on June 20th. We are excited to welcome AEG…
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]]> We are looking forward to kicking off the summer at Fate’s on June 20th. We are excited to welcome AEG President, Nate Saraceno who will speaking on “Constructability Considerations for Landslide Mitigation Projects in Appalachia”.

Mr. Saraceno is an accomplished Professional Geologist with a combined 18 years of experience in both environmental and engineering geology. He is involved in many aspects of geologic and geotechnical engineering projects, including site characterization, foundation design and construction, soil/rock slope risk assessments, and landslide mitigation. Mr. Saraceno is the Landslides Program Manager at DiGioia Gray & Associates, where he specializes in project management and construction oversight for slope stabilization projects in Appalachia..

AEG Members: $30
Non-Member: $40
Student: $10
Government: $15
*Includes dinner and 1 drink
Cash/card will be accepted at the door.

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]]> 1166 AEG Phoenix Spring Dinner, March 28th http://www.azaeg.org/2023/03/aeg-phoenix-spring-dinner-march-28th/ Fri, 10 Mar 2023 16:38:19 +0000 http://www.azaeg.org/?p=1152 Tuesday March 28, 2023 6:30 PM We are looking forward to kicking off the year at Fate’s on March 28th. We…
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We are looking forward to kicking off the year at Fate’s on March 28th. We are excited to welcome Barbaros Demircan who will speaking on “Water Stewardship in Mining: Creating Sustainable Mines”.

Barbaros Demircan is a Consultant, Geologist and Hydrogeology Team Lead at WSP. He has worked on a variety of water stewardship, hydrogeology, ESG, geotechnical, and environmental projects for mining, transportation, and pharmaceutical clients. He manages water stewardship and environmental projects, hydrogeologic field investigations, and facilitates water stewardship workshops. He holds a B.S. degree in Geological Engineering from Middle East Technical University, Turkey and an M.S. degree in Geology from Northern Arizona University.

AEG Members: $30
Non-Member: $40
Student: $10
Government: $15
*Includes dinner and 1 drink
Cash/card will be accepted at the door.

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]]> 1152 AEG Phoenix Dinner, December 6th http://www.azaeg.org/2022/11/aeg-phoenix-dinner-december-6th/ Mon, 21 Nov 2022 18:02:16 +0000 http://www.azaeg.org/?p=1137 Brought to you by: Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, Inc. We are looking forward to celebrating the holidays and enjoying…
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We are looking forward to celebrating the holidays and enjoying dinner and a talk at Fates Brewing Company in Scottsdale on December 6th, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm.

We are excited to welcome Jeff Keaton, Principal Engineering Geologist, of WSP, Inc. to speak on “Engineering Geology: Fundamental Input or Random Variable”.

Jeffrey R. Keaton, P.E.

This topic became a personal research focus as LRFD was expanding to include ground conditions. Geologists and engineers view the world in complementary but different ways. Science seeks to explain all observed details, whereas engineering seeks to design with specific objectives and multiple constraints. National guidance in the United States calls for geotechnical site investigations to be performed by geotechnical engineers and engineering geologists. Site characterization should start with Geologic Models which form the basis for Ground Models (Geologic Models with engineering parameters) and Geotechnical Models (Ground Models with predicted performance based on design parameters). Fundamental geologic variability makes some details unforeseeable. Insufficient geotechnical investigations, faulty interpretations, or failure to portray results understandably can contribute to inappropriate designs or failures. If the geologist does not interpret the geology and explain it clearly, then the engineer will be forced to interpret the geology or ignore it. Incomplete or inaccurate geotechnical site characterization can lead to selection of incorrect models, geotechnical properties, and design values. A suggested Geologic Model Complexity Rating System considers two site components (geologic complexity and terrain) and two field components (geologist competency and level-of-effort) in the scoring scheme used for the Geological Strength Index (GSI) which recognizes the gradational nature of component boundaries

Jeff Keaton is a registered professional engineer and a certified engineering geologist with 50 years of experience in characterizing sites and alignments for design, construction, and condition assessments for a variety of projects on five continents.  He has been employed by large, multinational consulting companies throughout his career, currently Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc.  He was the lead engineering geologist for design of San Diego County Water Authority’s roller compacted concrete Olivenhain Dam and principal investigator of National Cooperative Highway Research Program Project 24-29 to develop guidelines for evaluating scour at bridge foundations on rock.  He received AEG’s 2016 Holdredge Award for his 2013 paper “Engineering Geology: Fundamental Input or Random Variable?”  He is Honorary Member and past president of AEG, Fellow of ASCE, GSA, and ABET, past chair of ABET’s Engineering Accreditation Commission, and selected as a GeoLegend by GEOSTRATA (2017).  He has a BS degree in Geological Engineering from University of Arizona, a MS degree in Engineering (Geotechnical) from UCLA, and a PhD degree in Geology from Texas A&M University.

AEG Members: $30
Non-Member: $40
Student: $10
Government: $15
*Includes dinner and 1 drink
Cash/card will be accepted at the door.

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]]> 1137 AEG Phoenix October 25th Meeting http://www.azaeg.org/2022/10/aeg-phoenix-october-25th-meeting/ Mon, 17 Oct 2022 22:33:04 +0000 http://www.azaeg.org/?p=1125 We are excited to usher in cooler temperatures with good food, beer, and discussion. The meeting will be at Fate’s…
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]]> We are excited to usher in cooler temperatures with good food, beer, and discussion. The meeting will be at Fate’s Brewery in Scottsdale at 6:30 pm.

It is an honor to have Mark Edwards, R.G. from Atlas Technical Consultants for this event. Mr. Edwards will be discussing “Geophysics – Project Risk Reduction, Applications for Site Assessments, and Structural NDE/NDT Studies“. Modern geophysical methods provide standalone data or supplemental data for the interpretation of geologic, buried infrastructure, and/or structural conditions. Goals are risk reduction, target designation, or to obtain information useful to directing ongoing project evaluations.

Mr. Edwards currently is a Principal Geologist/Geophysicist with Atlas Technical Consultants. Mr. Edwards has over 32 years of national and international experience in geophysical and geologic evaluations, geologic resource evaluations, environmental assessments, hydrogeologic evaluations, geologic and geophysical site characterization, environmental remediation, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), and directing geological and geophysical studies for diverse projects. Many projects have been completed while meeting municipal, state, and federal regulatory requirements. A diverse background and wide variety of project experiences allow him to manage and perform geophysical, environmental, and geotechnical aspects of projects. Projects have included schools, medical facilities, power plants, dams, groundwater resource exploration and well siting, water treatment plants, transportation, commercial and residential properties, solar plants, bridges, tunnels, forensics, mineral resources exploration, open pit copper porphyry and gold and silver mines, and military bases.

AEG Members: $30
Non-Member: $40
Student: $10
Government: $15
*Includes dinner and 1 drink
Cash/card will be accepted at the door.

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]]> 1125 AEG Summer Dinner http://www.azaeg.org/2022/06/aeg-summer-dinner/ Wed, 15 Jun 2022 13:30:38 +0000 http://www.azaeg.org/?p=1111 We are excited to get out of the heat and cool down in the barrel room at Fates Brewery in…
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]]> We are excited to get out of the heat and cool down in the barrel room at Fates Brewery in Scottsdale on June 28th at 6:30 pm. Andrew Whitsell of Cascade Environmental will be providing great information on sonic drilling & sampling techniques.

Andrew Whitsell, MBA
Andrew Whitsell, Key Accounts Manager
Cascade Environmental, LLC

Andrew Whitsell is a Key Accounts Manager at Cascade Drilling. He joined Cascade in 2015 and has held prior positions as Project Manager and Operations Manager before transitioning into his current role. Andrew started his career in mining, working as a Geologist at Rio Tinto’s Resolution Copper Mine before moving to the upper peninsula of Michigan where he held the roles of underground geologist and project geologist at their Copper/Nickel deposit, Eagle Mine. Andrew is a licensed driller in Idaho, Nebraska, Missouri, Oklahoma, and holds a licensed operator certification in New Mexico. He also holds a blue card for the Mine Safety and Health Administration as a certified trainer.

Andrew received his Bachelor of Science in Environmental Geology from Northwest Missouri State University in 2010 and Master of Business Administration from the University of Arizona in 2017.  Andrew resides in Overland Park, Kansas. In his free time, he enjoys golfing with his wife, Megan, and fly fishing.

AEG Members: $30
Non-Member: $40
Student: $0 (Paid for by Cascade)
Government: $15
*Includes dinner and 1 drink
Cash/card will be accepted at the door.

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]]> 1111 Land Subsidence and Earth Fissures: Workshop, Field Trip & Social http://www.azaeg.org/2019/09/land-subsidence-and-earth-fissures-workshop-and-field-trip/ http://www.azaeg.org/2019/09/land-subsidence-and-earth-fissures-workshop-and-field-trip/#respond Sun, 15 Sep 2019 19:41:26 +0000 http://www.azaeg.org/?p=917 We are pleased to host the final meeting of the UNESCO-IGCP641 Project regarding land subsidence and earth fissuring in Arizona…
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We are pleased to host the final meeting of the UNESCO-IGCP641 Project regarding land subsidence and earth fissuring in Arizona and the Southwest! The meeting will take place November 4-6, 2019 at Arizona State University’s Tempe Campus. 

Monday, November 4th:

We will be holding an IGCP641 Board and local experts meeting. This meeting is by invitation only. You will be contacted individually to join this meeting.

Tuesday, November 5th: Land Subsidence/Earth Fissures Workshop

RSVP for the Land Subsidence and Earth Fissures Workshop by CLICKING HERE. This event will be limited to 200 attendees. Registration and payment through PayPal is required prior to the event, cash or credit will not be accepted onsite.

There is a great series of presentations running throughout the day. For a full list of those presenting and other details, CLICK HERE. The workshop will run from 8:00am to 5:00pm in the Memorial Union Ventana Room, 214BC. Breakfast and lunch will be provided, with coffee, lemonade, water, and snacks available throughout the day. Vegan and Vegetarian options will be available. Everyone is on their own for dinner, but we highly encourage collaborating with those you know and meet at this workshop!

Wednesday, November 6th: Land Subsidence/Earth Fissures Field Trip

RSVP for the Land Subsidence and Earth Fissures Field Trip by CLICKING HERE. This event will be limited to 65 participants. Registration and payment through PayPal is required prior to the event, cash or credit will not be accepted onsite.

This field trip is a great opportunity for those seeking to observe three local areas of interest, with demonstrations on how earth fissures affect structures, and methods to detect fissures. For a listing of field trip activities, in addition to parking and other details, CLICK HERE.

The field trip will run from 8:00am to around 3pm. We will meet at the Gammage Theater parking lot near the Memorial Union on Tempe campus at 8:00am to get on a charter bus to visit 3 areas of interest. These areas are within the Phoenix metropolitan area, so long bus rides are not expected. Please remember to wear appropriate footwear and clothing. We will not be doing anything strenuous, but will be walking on dirt roads for short periods of time under the sun. There will be water and snacks available, but please bring anything else you require to make this trip comfortable and enjoyable. Lunch will be provided and will eat in the field during our field trip. Vegan and Vegetarian options will be available. Once we get closer to the time, we will reach out for lunch orders. 

To conclude the day and the final meeting of the UNESCO-IGCP641 project, we will be holding a social event after the field trip on November 6th from 7pm to 10pm at Fate Brewing Company, Scottsdale: 1312 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85257. Dinner and drinks will be provided, with additional drinks and items available for purchase from the bar menu. We will have some brief closing statements and plan to spend the evening celebrating and socializing together. It should be a blast, and we look forward to seeing you! RSVP for the November 6th social event by CLICKING HERE. Cash or credit payment will also be accepted at the door.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Danielle Smilovsky (AEG contact): dsmilovs@asu.edu or Brian Conway (IGCP641 contact): bdconway@azwater.gov

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]]> http://www.azaeg.org/2019/09/fall-meeting-oct-15-2019/feed/ 0 914 2019 ASU Geosciences Career Night http://www.azaeg.org/2019/02/2019-asu-geosciences-career-night/ http://www.azaeg.org/2019/02/2019-asu-geosciences-career-night/#respond Thu, 28 Feb 2019 04:28:32 +0000 http://www.azaeg.org/?p=806 Join the Phoenix Chapters of the Association of Environmental and Engineering Geologists (AEG) and Geo-Institute (G-I) at the 13th annual…
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]]> Join the Phoenix Chapters of the Association of Environmental and Engineering Geologists (AEG) and Geo-Institute (G-I) at the 13th annual student night on April 16th, 2019 from 6-9pm. This is an opportunity for students to learn how diverse the geologic field is and what types of positions are available as a professional. We will pair students and professionals for mock-interviews for the students and lightening talks by professionals. This is also a night for professionals to meet students and learn what they are studying and what they hope to do once they graduate. Don’t miss out on this terrific networking opportunity!                                

The event will be held at the Ventana Room of the ASU Tempe Student Memorial Union (301 E. Orange Mall, Tempe, AZ 85281). For directions, please refer to the map of the ASU Campus and Student Memorial Union, or visit http://www.asu.edu/map/interactive/.

Cost is 40 dollars for non-members, 30 dollars for AEG or G-I members, and free for all students. A buffet dinner will be provided. For companies wishing to sponsor a table at the event, the cost is $100 per table and will include admission for two representatives. Companies represented with a table will also have sponsorship recognition in a slideshow. There is a limited number of tables and speaker slots available. Please contact Daniel Rosenbalm with G-I at 480-659–4101 with questions, or email aeg.arizona@gmail.com.

RSVP (including table and speaker reservations) at: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=k98vleyab&oeidk=a07eg5sf9dz2a55067b

Hosted By: AEG, G-I

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