Special walk and presentation by UC Berkeley Seismology Lab

Join us in a hike lead by Sierra Boyd of the Berkeley Seismology Lab as we take a closer look at the deep and long-standing relationship between the UC Berkeley campus and the Hayward Fault on this guided hike. The walk will explore both the subtle and dramatic ways the fault has shaped the landscape and infrastructure of the campus. Along the way, we’ll examine visible signs of past movement, discuss how scientists determine the fault’s exact path, and highlight UC Berkeley’s ongoing efforts to understand, prepare for, and mitigate the earthquake hazards right in our backyard.
This outing will be shorter than our usual hikes—likely about two miles in total—making it accessible to a wide range of participants. Comfortable walking shoes are still recommended, as we will cover a mix of paved and unpaved campus terrain. Kids are welcome, but dogs are not.
Participants are encouraged to bring their earthquake-related questions. Sierra will be available throughout the hike to explain the science behind fault behavior, local seismic history, and what future earthquakes on the Hayward Fault could mean for the region.
We'll have a stop at the Seismology Lab's conference room in McCone Hall were there are some vintage seismometers and information about the MyShake and the ShakeAlert earthquake early warning system—how they work, why they matter, and how they can provide crucial seconds of warning when an earthquake is detected.
A $2 contribution is requested at the start of the walk to help with Meetup fees.
PS. The first announcement I sent out listed a 7:00 AM start time; the correct start time is 10:00 AM.