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2026 Introduction to Surface-Geophysical Techniques Workshop

This workshop is designed to introduce standard methods of surface-geophysical techniques commonly used in groundwater investigations. Techniques to be discussed are various types of electrical and electromagnetic methods, seismic, gravimetry, and magnetic methods. Basic theory, field equipment, limited discussion of techniques of data acquisition and processing, and interpretation of selected methods with the focus toward groundwater investigations are covered.

The intent of the workshop is to provide a sense of what the methods are physically measuring, capabilities and limitations of the methods, and how geophysical measurements can be used as supporting data and interpretation for groundwater studies.

This workshop is offered at the introductory level. A background in geophysics is not necessary, but a general understanding of geology and groundwater hydrology would be helpful. Field examples and simple exercises of selected methods will be provided to reinforce the usefulness of surface-geophysical techniques to groundwater investigations.

Instructors:
John Sciacca, WSP
David Berger, Retired US Geological Survey

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Dave Berger

Dates:
Thursday
September 24, 2026

Time:
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Location:
2215 Raggio Parkway
Reno, NV
(Inside Desert Research Institute)

Registration by September 4, 2026:
NWRA Member - $200
Non-Member - $300

Registration after September 4, 2026:
NWRA Member - $250
Non-Member - $350

Student Registration:
$25

Cancellation Policy: All cancellations must be received in writing and sent to NWRA via fax to 775-473-5473, mailed to PO Box 8064, Reno, NV 89507, or e-mailed to admin@nvwra.org.  Cancellations received within 7 days of the start of the event will not be refunded, however substitutions are welcome.  All other cancellation requests will receive a refund minus a 25% administrative fee.  If you have purchased the registration with a credit card, the convenience fee is non-refundable.