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"Every geologist and engineer should take this course."
- Susan Grover, LPG, National Geologist,
   U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, DC.

"This training 'Taking Mystery out of the Subsurface' is outstanding."
- Molly Newell, President and Hydrogeologist, EnviroNET, Inc.

"I wish we would've had (this training) for our office a long time ago!"
- Jerry Mullin, Vice President and Hydrogeologist,
   LANDMARK ENVIRONMENTAL, LLC.

"I strongly recommend this training for both new and senior-level geologists. I don't believe there is any other training like this."
- Jennifer Gillen, PG, LaBella Associates |
   VP, Environmental Operations Manager

"I especially appreciate how Dan asked for our input and was able to customize the course for our group. Several staff have said that this was one of the best trainings that they have received."
- Sean Dougherty, Environmental Hydrogeology Unit Manager,
   Maine Department of Environmental Protection

"(The training) delivers higher level insights...useful for anyone because it's tailored for the audience."
- Cynthia Chu, Environmental Engineer, New York City

"The full-day course 'Taking the Mystery Out of the Subsurface' taught by Dan Kelleher delivers what the title promises with 12 Strategies that we don't learn in school or on the job."
- Deb 'Doby' Williams, CEO, P.G., GEO 360 WATER, LLC.,
   Ret. Field Geologist, Iowa IDNR.

"Thank you very much, Dan. It is excellent training."
- Diane M Lamb, MS, LPG


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Feedback from the online course:
Taking the Mystery Out of the Subsurface 2.0

"With so much riding on our understanding of the subsurface, it's critical that we get it right. Every project design depends on good soil borings and this course is unmatched for discovering the process for creating good soil boring logs. This training experience confirmed my suspicion that lithology is not the same thing as stratigraphy. All my future projects will include site stratigraphy. Now I know with confidence that I'm taking the mystery out of the subsurface."

- William Silveri, New York State PG, CHMM, LEED,
  Principal, William Silveri, LLC.

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"The way that Dr. Kemmis (and others) present information (during MidwestGeo webinars) is just very easy to understand...it feels like storytelling almost.

Going off of that, my background isn't actually geology. My undergrad degree was evolutionary biology and ecology, and I figured out way too late that I enjoyed rocks much more than living things. I ended up graduating a couple credits short from turning my geology minor into a degree itself. I (just recently) started working for (a consulting company), and a lot of it has been learning new things.

That being said, I was very excited when (they) got the (corporate training) subscription to Midwest Geosciences because it was an opportunity for someone like me to learn more in areas I was lacking.

I took one soil science class in college and your 'Taking the Mystery Out of the Subsurface' series was excellent in building off of what I already knew. The way you presented the information, in both a practical and informational way, was really easy for someone like me to understand, with my limited knowledge. You both conveyed it wonderfully and I was honestly sucked in at some points. I know that's a long winded way of saying you both can convey information in a way that is easy to listen to, understand, and is done in an enjoyable manner, but I figured the background was important.

Thank you again for your help. I'm looking forward to watching more."
- Anonymous (posted with permission, and encouragement)

"I have found the MidwestGeo Webinars the best I have ever attended."
- Sam W., J Engineering

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See what others are saying...

"I just finished the final course module of the (Challenges and Strategies for Implementing Environmental Sequence Stratigraphy) class. Thanks for providing such a detailed and well organized class actually geared for geo-professionals. It really drilled into the core topics and was a perfect class for my NYS PG continuing education credits."
- Andy Judd, PG, Hydrogeologist/Project Manager

"The online course, Implementing Environmental Sequence Stratigraphy, has given me a new perspective on conceptualizing the geology at the sites I work at for environmental investigations.

I've been mostly focused on correlations using lithology... but looking at correlations from a stratigraphic perspective seems much more powerful.

I have an upcoming project with a deep boring and I plan to work with our field geologist to add descriptions that will aid in developing a stratigraphic interpretation.

We do our homework looking at USGS and other reports regarding the regional geology but not really brought it to the borehole description level. The goal will be to add a stratigraphic column on the boring log like what was presented on the slide during Course Module 2.

Special thanks to Tim for getting us through Module 2. It was a long session, but it's good to keep us engaged in one session contrasting the three depositional settings (marine, glacial, and alluvial)."
- Joe Lysonski, Sr. Environmental Consultant,
   Anderson-Mulholland & Associates, Inc., Bedford Hills, NY

"This course clarifies the meaning of Environmental Sequence Stratigraphy for me. Each step is spot on and I appreciate the video tutorial about how soil core management can make stratigraphic identification easier or more difficult.

The 3 Phases of ESS are more obvious to me now and I liked the examples of how each phase was applied to three different depositional settings, Marine Sequences, Glacial Sequences, and Fluvial Sequences. I look forward to the rest of the course."
- Jerry Greer, PE, PG, Senior Consultant.

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See what others are saying...

"I had an incredible learning experience with 'Taking The Mystery Out of the Subsurface' online course. The Midwest GeoSciences Group presented the course in a manner that:

• (Began) with basic geologic principles in a manner that was easy to understand,
• Expanded with more advanced principles were as the webinar progressed,
• Included reference materials are suitable for field use,
• Allows practice with hands-on activities, and
• Provides availability to Dan Kelleher for assisting in understanding the information present.

I highly recommend Midwest GeoSciences Group and Dan Kelleher to anyone interested in expanding their personal and professional growth in geology."

Respectfully submitted,
- Stephen Bochenek, NYS PG, Terracon Exploration Group Manager/Geologist

"The course is far more than just a review."
- Scott F. Martin LEP, CHMM, Senior Project Manager,
  Environmental Engineering and Technology, AECOM

"I benefited greatly from the content and perspective offered by the Midwest GeoScience Group Taking the Mystery out of the Subsurface course. The course teaches USCS from a geologic perspective and focuses on understanding the geologic foundations and associated depositional environments to bring full circle the training of geologists to the applied environmental and engineering geology that necessitates accurate borehole logging."
- Matthew W. Pendleton, PG, QSD/QSP, Project Geologist,
  EKI Environment & Water, Inc.

"The course is an eye-opener. I learned the key concepts about how good boring logs can positively impact an entire project."
- Tyler Bexton, Hydrogeologist

"I highly recommend the Taking the Mystery out of the Subsurface Course to anybody who wants to develop or refine their understanding of soil classification and boring logs. It was a practical course that drove home the essentials of this work and included interesting tips and perspectives from the experienced instructors. I especially appreciated the individualized attention that was given to each student to ensure that personal course goals were being met and every question was answered. Highly recommend this course!"
- Annie E. Tucker, Environmental Scientist, Environmental Partners, Inc.