How the Yellowstone Hot Spot Forged a Volcanic Wonderland in Southern Idaho 

Investigate the scenic volcanic wonders of southern Idaho in this presentation to the Geological Society of Minnesota by geology professor Shawn Willsey. Here, we explore the role of the Yellowstone hot spot and other processes as factors in creating spectacular volcanic landforms such as Shoshone Falls, Craters of the Moon, Menan Buttes, Big Southern Butte, and more.
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00:00 Introduction
05:40 Overview of Idaho geology
13:04 Yellowstone hot spot
24:12 Volcanic highlights of southern Idaho
58:18 Questions and Answers

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