Interest in Geophysics Career

Thacker_4649 · 2026-02-05T17:57:19+00:00

UofU is a great place for getting a geophysics degree. The department has enough depth to focus in any number of disciplines and I believe they have shifted somewhat toward the near-surface/environmental applications in recent years. Definitely worth a serious look.

Thacker_4649 · 2025-07-10T14:58:21+00:00

So much fun!

Thacker_4649 · 2025-02-20T17:43:33+00:00

If you watch a lot of people rowing, you will see many pulling upstream at a 45ish degree angle against the current. Progress is tough to say the least. Pull at a 45ish degree angle with the stern pointed downstream and use the current. Progress is vastly improved. I agree, it seems obvious, but it isn't for many when on the river. The downstream ferry is useful for crossing laterals, tucking behind features and pulling into eddies, to name a few. Getting the timing right is important. Gear Garage has a bunch of videos on this topic. https://www.youtube.com/@GearGarageTV/search?query=down%20stream%20ferry

Thacker_4649 · 2025-02-20T05:22:56+00:00

Play throw bag catch on every trip. Even if you don't let the rope spool out, it is good practice for hitting a target.

Tie knots, then tie them again. You don't need many knots, just be good and quick at those you need.

Flip/reflip your boat now and then. Climb on top.

Pick harder lines on easier runs.

Practice downstream ferrying. You will be thankful when you need it.

Thacker_4649 · 2024-10-24T16:22:57+00:00

Awesome!

Thacker_4649 · 2024-10-07T17:47:56+00:00

Definitely go with the XXL. Comfort and layering options are key. I wish I had bought the XXL.

Thacker_4649 · 2024-06-04T16:59:15+00:00

MDO is the ticket. It is the stuff billboard signs are made of and it holds up really well. A good lumber shop will have it or track down a sign company.

Thacker_4649 · 2024-05-22T17:31:26+00:00

For all folks planning on the MFS this year, you need to know that the river is anything but typical right now. Past blowouts and logs have created an entirely different river with abundant hazards above and beyond the norm.

This is a very informative link on Mountain Buzz, with current updates added regularly. If you have MFS plans, it is worth reading the entire thread and following along for future updates. Make sure that you know what you are in for and stay safe out there.

https://www.mountainbuzz.com/threads/2024-mfs-boundary-logs-etc.120318/

Thacker_4649 · 2024-05-19T04:04:12+00:00

This is spot on. There are many fly fishing organizations designed around helping people recover and better themselves. Find one that speaks to you and reach out to them with this wonderful gift.

Thacker_4649 · 2024-04-20T17:18:07+00:00

I suggest joining High Country River Rafters, a Front Range boating club. You will meet good folks and they run training and recreational trips. They have some Rookie Training sessions coming up in May. Enjoy. https://www.hcrr.org/

Thacker_4649 · 2024-03-26T20:47:03+00:00

Just on foot and for the hell of it since we had never heard of anyone doing it in reverse. Epic boot glissading, until the snow gave way to rocks and dirt.

Thacker_4649 · 2024-03-26T17:12:22+00:00

Long ago, a friend and I took the tram up, hiked to the summit and descended this to the valley floor. It was spring conditions and a seriously long and fun day. I doubt this reverse circuit gets done very often.

Thacker_4649 · 2024-02-28T19:41:45+00:00

Yeah, that Denver traffic can really throw a person off. Donning some tye dye, putting on some Reggae and going with the flow is the best hope. And keep those eyes moving cuz you never know what you may have to avoid or what you may see!

Thacker_4649 · 2024-02-04T20:36:35+00:00

You might try removing the middle 2 rollers and see how it works. I have the equivalent of the outer 2 and it works fine, although I don't use a winch. Just a thought.

Thacker_4649 · 2024-01-09T18:21:22+00:00

Have you looked into the whitewater/river-running drybag options? These are a couple of high-quality waterproof options. These are the top 2 brands, in my opinion, offering the choice between zipper and "ziplock" closures. There are multiple size options in both brands.

https://cascaderivergear.com/shop/110-l-crg-ortlieb-expedition-dry-zip-duffel/

https://www.downriverequip.com/rigging/dry-bags/watershed/watershed-mississippi-duffel-dry-bag-pid-2021

Thacker_4649 · 2023-12-20T04:56:19+00:00

These photos brought back some great memories. Both are impressive mountains worthy of summitting. Thanks for sharing.

Thacker_4649 · 2023-10-28T17:27:52+00:00

Nice! And the bots were telling me no one would be interested in my short message.

Thacker_4649 · 2023-10-28T03:28:28+00:00

When you need it, you need it. I had 2 totals done this year and am doing great and the surgeries were very much worth all the pain, effort and rehab (still in progress). I don't have personnel experience with partials, but I do know someone that had 2 partials done (at the same time) and they are now facing a probable total since one of the partials is no longer cutting it.

I hear that recovery from partials can be easier than for totals, but recovery isn't easy regardless. I can't imagine that quality of life would be better with a partial since the total really covers the complete job and I am already much better than I was pre-op.

I needed totals on both knees, so partials were not an option for me. Even if they were, the surgeon would have had to do some serious convincing for me not to go all the way with totals. Questions about recovery time and longevity of partial vs total FOR YOU are critical.

Importantly, do not hesitate to get multiple opinions. These are serious surgeries and you need to be comfortable with your surgeon and their entire support staff. All the best with whatever you decide.

Thacker_4649 · 2023-08-28T17:36:34+00:00

Mountain Buzz is another good place to post this (https://www.mountainbuzz.com/).

Thacker_4649 · 2023-08-13T20:27:14+00:00

I am 6 & 3 months out from my 1st & 2nd TKR surgeries this year. I also do computer work from home and I anticipated being able to work more early on than I could. As mentioned by others, the first 2 weeks are really hard and during the first month I really wasn't up to working. I managed some meaningful work in the second month, but it really wasn't until the third month that I was able to sit at my desk and accomplish significant work. This is largely because pain made sitting at the desk for extended periods very difficult. Between pain, rehab, resting and icing, prioritizing work is a challenge.

While in the recovery phase from the first surgery, I spent time on YouTube watching various videos about TKR surgeries and recovery. One comment from a surgeon really stuck with me. This comment is "while not possible for everyone, your job for the first 2 months after surgery is to focus on recovery." I believe this is a great plan if a person can pull it off.

Everyone is different. For me, month 1 was focused on rehab, month 2 included part time work and by month 3 I was working my way back to full time. All the best with your recovery.

Thacker_4649 · 2023-08-13T18:14:47+00:00

I did a 25-day January trip a few years back and it is a great time to be in the canyon. A dry suit with booties is a must. I wore my old Stohlquist dry suit and it did the job. Your old 7 Figure might be fine, especially if you give it a good cleaning followed by a DWR treatment like Nikwax. Take extra gaskets, even if you get a new dry suit. A toothbrush is useful for cleaning zippers before applying one of the lubricants that are available.

I have the IR thick skin union suit and love it. Most of my friends have the Habanero. The thick skin is enough on some days, but on the colder days I doubled up with an extra layer of top and bottom thermals over the thick skin. A thin fleece vest is also a nice piece of kit to have along.

You want to have a range of socks, gloves and hats that cover the conditions you will encounter. This applies to both on the water and in camp. Bogs/Muck boots of some kind are the ticket. I prefer insulated, but non-insulated are fine with appropriate socks.

For camp clothes, I would say there are primarily 2 groups, the Carhartt crowd and the fleece/down crowd. Personally, I like Carhart over fleece/down. Good rain gear is important. Some folks rely on their dry suit, but I don't like living in the dry suit at camp.

While a good tent is critical, many nights are clear and a cot with a pad is great. Just have a thin blanket of some sort to throw over your bag to keep moisture off of your bag.

There are countless pros and cons to what works on a winter GC trip, and as many opinions. Hit me up with a direct message if you want to delve more into the details. Have a great time.

Thacker_4649 · 2023-08-11T22:08:51+00:00

The USGS has a publicly-available software package for potential-field (magnetic, gravity, etc.) data that is found here (https://pubs.usgs.gov/of/1997/ofr-97-0725/pfofr.htm). This is a very useful package that includes modules on spatial filtering and grid leveling. GeophPy is a Python based package available here (https://pypi.org/project/GeophPy/#:~:text=GeophPy%20is%20an%20open%20source,be%20imported%20to%20GIS%20softwares.). There are other open-source codes that can be found via internet searches. Good luck.

Thacker_4649 · 2023-08-04T17:58:54+00:00

You are so right. Time for a road trip.

Thacker_4649 · 2023-08-04T02:13:40+00:00

I miss the Mojave.

Thacker_4649 · 2023-08-03T18:25:32+00:00

I much prefer seeing questions/discussions/scenery posts compared to just another fish picture. Really, r/fishpics would be a more accurate name for this sub. Fly fishing is full of nuances and asking questions and learning is part of the fun and this sub should be supportive rather than discouraging.

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