Welcome to the USGS GeoLog Locator, an online tool for viewing and downloading digital borehole geophysical logs. These borehole logs are used to answer scientific questions about things like groundwater availability, geologic structure of the Earth, and certain characteristics of the structure of the soil and rock formations.
Steven Sobieszćzyk
Steven Sobieszćzyk is a scientist and science communicator. While "Sobie" spent most of his career researching landslide hazards, flooding, sediment transport, and stream ecosystems, he now focuses on science communication and promoting scientific literacy. Steve is a multi-hazard responder and has spoken extensively about seismic, wildfire, landslide, flooding, and volcanic hazards.
CURRENT WORK
I'm a public affairs specialist with the USGS Office of Communications and Publishing (OCAP) serving as liaison and media lead for the USGS Natural Hazards Mission Area.
- Public affairs
- Media relations
- Graphic design
- Content creation
Science and Products
When it comes to talking to others, especially when explaining science, the key is consequences outweigh precision. You should always be honest, tell the truth, but don't sweat the small stuff. People care about relatability, not the mundane. Knowing what information isn't worth sharing is hard. There are professionals out there who can help. Like me.
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Welcome to the USGS GeoLog Locator
Welcome to the USGS GeoLog Locator, an online tool for viewing and downloading digital borehole geophysical logs. These borehole logs are used to answer scientific questions about things like groundwater availability, geologic structure of the Earth, and certain characteristics of the structure of the soil and rock formations.
Soil Burn Severity Map for Eagle Creek Fire, Oregon 2017
Soil Burn Severity Map for Eagle Creek Fire, Oregon 2017Soil burn severity for the Eagle Creek Fire, Oregon (2017). Soil burn severity is used for postfire assessments to determine flash flooding and postfire debris flow potential for a recently burned area.
Soil Burn Severity Map for Eagle Creek Fire, Oregon 2017
Soil Burn Severity Map for Eagle Creek Fire, Oregon 2017Soil burn severity for the Eagle Creek Fire, Oregon (2017). Soil burn severity is used for postfire assessments to determine flash flooding and postfire debris flow potential for a recently burned area.
Bob The Beaver
Meet Bob.
Bob is a beaver.
Meet Bob.
Bob is a beaver.
Fishing Zollner Creek, OR
USGS team of scientists electro-shocking (fishing) Zollner Creek, OR.
USGS team of scientists electro-shocking (fishing) Zollner Creek, OR.
Views from Siuslaw National Forest, OR
Scenic view from Siuslaw National Forest, OR.
Stuck in the muck at West Fork Palmer Creek, OR
USGS scientist completing a stream assessement of West Fork Palmer Creek, Oregon.
USGS scientist completing a stream assessement of West Fork Palmer Creek, Oregon.
Tools of the trade
Photograph of field gear and equipment used in water quality monitoring.
Photograph of field gear and equipment used in water quality monitoring.
Invasive Species of the Pacific Northwest
Pacific Northwest forests are being impacted by an influx of non-native species of plants and animals. However, with mindful research, conservation, and restoration we can help stop the spread of invasive species.
Pacific Northwest forests are being impacted by an influx of non-native species of plants and animals. However, with mindful research, conservation, and restoration we can help stop the spread of invasive species.
Especies invasoras del noroeste del Pacífico
Los bosques del noroeste del Pacífico están siendo afectados por la afluencia de especies no nativas de plantas y animales. Sin embargo, con investigación, conservación y restauración conscientes podemos ayudar a detener la propagación de especies invasoras.
Los bosques del noroeste del Pacífico están siendo afectados por la afluencia de especies no nativas de plantas y animales. Sin embargo, con investigación, conservación y restauración conscientes podemos ayudar a detener la propagación de especies invasoras.
NAWQA - Studying Water Quality Over Time
Follow a U.S. Geological Survey hydrologist as he takes part in the National Water-Quality Assessment Program in the Pacific Northwest. In 1991, the U.S.
Follow a U.S. Geological Survey hydrologist as he takes part in the National Water-Quality Assessment Program in the Pacific Northwest. In 1991, the U.S.
Chapter 1: Faces of the USGS
USGS video series highlighting the individuals who make up the U.S. Geological Survey. We are USGS, these are our stories.
USGS video series highlighting the individuals who make up the U.S. Geological Survey. We are USGS, these are our stories.
Chapter 2: Uranium Miner's Daughter
USGS video series highlighting the individuals who make up the U.S. Geological Survey. We are USGS, these are our stories. This episode focuses on USGS research engineer Tanya Gallegos.
USGS video series highlighting the individuals who make up the U.S. Geological Survey. We are USGS, these are our stories. This episode focuses on USGS research engineer Tanya Gallegos.
Chapter 3: Mom and Mentor
USGS video series highlighting the individuals who make up the U.S. Geological Survey. We are USGS, these are our stories. This episode focuses on USGS Chief-of-Staff for Natural Hazards Martha Garcia.
USGS video series highlighting the individuals who make up the U.S. Geological Survey. We are USGS, these are our stories. This episode focuses on USGS Chief-of-Staff for Natural Hazards Martha Garcia.
Chapter 4: Fortunate Son
USGS video series highlighting the individuals who make up the U.S. Geological Survey. We are USGS, these are our stories. This episode focuses on USGS Southeast Region Director Jess Weaver.
USGS video series highlighting the individuals who make up the U.S. Geological Survey. We are USGS, these are our stories. This episode focuses on USGS Southeast Region Director Jess Weaver.
Confluence of Cedar Creek with the Wilson River, OR
Confluence of Cedar Creek with the Wilson River, ORConfluence of Wilson River with tributary Cedar Creek, OR, following heavy storm.
Confluence of Cedar Creek with the Wilson River, OR
Confluence of Cedar Creek with the Wilson River, ORConfluence of Wilson River with tributary Cedar Creek, OR, following heavy storm.
Sampling from a cableway, Fall Creek, OR
USGS Hydrologic Technician Heather Bragg collects suspended-sediment sample from a cableway downstream from Fall Creek Reservoir. Reservoir was drawn down to purge sediment and trapped fish from behind dam in December 2012.
Video available online.
USGS Hydrologic Technician Heather Bragg collects suspended-sediment sample from a cableway downstream from Fall Creek Reservoir. Reservoir was drawn down to purge sediment and trapped fish from behind dam in December 2012.
Video available online.
Suspended-Sediment Sampling from a Cableway
USGS Hydrologic Technician Heather Bragg collects suspended-sediment sample from a cableway downstream from Fall Creek Reservoir. Reservoir was drawn down to purge sediment and trapped fish from behind dam in December 2012.
USGS Hydrologic Technician Heather Bragg collects suspended-sediment sample from a cableway downstream from Fall Creek Reservoir. Reservoir was drawn down to purge sediment and trapped fish from behind dam in December 2012.
Turbid Water in Fall Creek
Muddy, or turbid water, caused by suspended-sediment released during Fall Creek Reservoir draw down. Reservoir was drawn down to purge sediment and trapped fish from behind dam in December 2012.
Muddy, or turbid water, caused by suspended-sediment released during Fall Creek Reservoir draw down. Reservoir was drawn down to purge sediment and trapped fish from behind dam in December 2012.
USGS Science Career Day
In this episode, high school students from Rosemary Anderson High School in Portland, Oregon, visit the USGS Oregon Water Science Center for a ‘Science Career Day‘ event. Scientists work with the students and try to promote the appeal and benefits of a career in science.
In this episode, high school students from Rosemary Anderson High School in Portland, Oregon, visit the USGS Oregon Water Science Center for a ‘Science Career Day‘ event. Scientists work with the students and try to promote the appeal and benefits of a career in science.
Clackmas River, OR
View of Clackamas River, OR.
Cableway Pre-Use Inspection
USGS Safety Training Video for cableway pre-use inspection. Training guide for new field personnel to safely and effectively inspect cableway structure and components prior to operation.
USGS Safety Training Video for cableway pre-use inspection. Training guide for new field personnel to safely and effectively inspect cableway structure and components prior to operation.
Science and Products
When it comes to talking to others, especially when explaining science, the key is consequences outweigh precision. You should always be honest, tell the truth, but don't sweat the small stuff. People care about relatability, not the mundane. Knowing what information isn't worth sharing is hard. There are professionals out there who can help. Like me.
Filter Total Items: 226
Welcome to the USGS GeoLog Locator
Welcome to the USGS GeoLog Locator, an online tool for viewing and downloading digital borehole geophysical logs. These borehole logs are used to answer scientific questions about things like groundwater availability, geologic structure of the Earth, and certain characteristics of the structure of the soil and rock formations.
Welcome to the USGS GeoLog Locator, an online tool for viewing and downloading digital borehole geophysical logs. These borehole logs are used to answer scientific questions about things like groundwater availability, geologic structure of the Earth, and certain characteristics of the structure of the soil and rock formations.
Soil Burn Severity Map for Eagle Creek Fire, Oregon 2017
Soil Burn Severity Map for Eagle Creek Fire, Oregon 2017Soil burn severity for the Eagle Creek Fire, Oregon (2017). Soil burn severity is used for postfire assessments to determine flash flooding and postfire debris flow potential for a recently burned area.
Soil Burn Severity Map for Eagle Creek Fire, Oregon 2017
Soil Burn Severity Map for Eagle Creek Fire, Oregon 2017Soil burn severity for the Eagle Creek Fire, Oregon (2017). Soil burn severity is used for postfire assessments to determine flash flooding and postfire debris flow potential for a recently burned area.
Bob The Beaver
Meet Bob.
Bob is a beaver.
Meet Bob.
Bob is a beaver.
Fishing Zollner Creek, OR
USGS team of scientists electro-shocking (fishing) Zollner Creek, OR.
USGS team of scientists electro-shocking (fishing) Zollner Creek, OR.
Views from Siuslaw National Forest, OR
Scenic view from Siuslaw National Forest, OR.
Stuck in the muck at West Fork Palmer Creek, OR
USGS scientist completing a stream assessement of West Fork Palmer Creek, Oregon.
USGS scientist completing a stream assessement of West Fork Palmer Creek, Oregon.
Tools of the trade
Photograph of field gear and equipment used in water quality monitoring.
Photograph of field gear and equipment used in water quality monitoring.
Invasive Species of the Pacific Northwest
Pacific Northwest forests are being impacted by an influx of non-native species of plants and animals. However, with mindful research, conservation, and restoration we can help stop the spread of invasive species.
Pacific Northwest forests are being impacted by an influx of non-native species of plants and animals. However, with mindful research, conservation, and restoration we can help stop the spread of invasive species.
Especies invasoras del noroeste del Pacífico
Los bosques del noroeste del Pacífico están siendo afectados por la afluencia de especies no nativas de plantas y animales. Sin embargo, con investigación, conservación y restauración conscientes podemos ayudar a detener la propagación de especies invasoras.
Los bosques del noroeste del Pacífico están siendo afectados por la afluencia de especies no nativas de plantas y animales. Sin embargo, con investigación, conservación y restauración conscientes podemos ayudar a detener la propagación de especies invasoras.
NAWQA - Studying Water Quality Over Time
Follow a U.S. Geological Survey hydrologist as he takes part in the National Water-Quality Assessment Program in the Pacific Northwest. In 1991, the U.S.
Follow a U.S. Geological Survey hydrologist as he takes part in the National Water-Quality Assessment Program in the Pacific Northwest. In 1991, the U.S.
Chapter 1: Faces of the USGS
USGS video series highlighting the individuals who make up the U.S. Geological Survey. We are USGS, these are our stories.
USGS video series highlighting the individuals who make up the U.S. Geological Survey. We are USGS, these are our stories.
Chapter 2: Uranium Miner's Daughter
USGS video series highlighting the individuals who make up the U.S. Geological Survey. We are USGS, these are our stories. This episode focuses on USGS research engineer Tanya Gallegos.
USGS video series highlighting the individuals who make up the U.S. Geological Survey. We are USGS, these are our stories. This episode focuses on USGS research engineer Tanya Gallegos.
Chapter 3: Mom and Mentor
USGS video series highlighting the individuals who make up the U.S. Geological Survey. We are USGS, these are our stories. This episode focuses on USGS Chief-of-Staff for Natural Hazards Martha Garcia.
USGS video series highlighting the individuals who make up the U.S. Geological Survey. We are USGS, these are our stories. This episode focuses on USGS Chief-of-Staff for Natural Hazards Martha Garcia.
Chapter 4: Fortunate Son
USGS video series highlighting the individuals who make up the U.S. Geological Survey. We are USGS, these are our stories. This episode focuses on USGS Southeast Region Director Jess Weaver.
USGS video series highlighting the individuals who make up the U.S. Geological Survey. We are USGS, these are our stories. This episode focuses on USGS Southeast Region Director Jess Weaver.
Confluence of Cedar Creek with the Wilson River, OR
Confluence of Cedar Creek with the Wilson River, ORConfluence of Wilson River with tributary Cedar Creek, OR, following heavy storm.
Confluence of Cedar Creek with the Wilson River, OR
Confluence of Cedar Creek with the Wilson River, ORConfluence of Wilson River with tributary Cedar Creek, OR, following heavy storm.
Sampling from a cableway, Fall Creek, OR
USGS Hydrologic Technician Heather Bragg collects suspended-sediment sample from a cableway downstream from Fall Creek Reservoir. Reservoir was drawn down to purge sediment and trapped fish from behind dam in December 2012.
Video available online.
USGS Hydrologic Technician Heather Bragg collects suspended-sediment sample from a cableway downstream from Fall Creek Reservoir. Reservoir was drawn down to purge sediment and trapped fish from behind dam in December 2012.
Video available online.
Suspended-Sediment Sampling from a Cableway
USGS Hydrologic Technician Heather Bragg collects suspended-sediment sample from a cableway downstream from Fall Creek Reservoir. Reservoir was drawn down to purge sediment and trapped fish from behind dam in December 2012.
USGS Hydrologic Technician Heather Bragg collects suspended-sediment sample from a cableway downstream from Fall Creek Reservoir. Reservoir was drawn down to purge sediment and trapped fish from behind dam in December 2012.
Turbid Water in Fall Creek
Muddy, or turbid water, caused by suspended-sediment released during Fall Creek Reservoir draw down. Reservoir was drawn down to purge sediment and trapped fish from behind dam in December 2012.
Muddy, or turbid water, caused by suspended-sediment released during Fall Creek Reservoir draw down. Reservoir was drawn down to purge sediment and trapped fish from behind dam in December 2012.
USGS Science Career Day
In this episode, high school students from Rosemary Anderson High School in Portland, Oregon, visit the USGS Oregon Water Science Center for a ‘Science Career Day‘ event. Scientists work with the students and try to promote the appeal and benefits of a career in science.
In this episode, high school students from Rosemary Anderson High School in Portland, Oregon, visit the USGS Oregon Water Science Center for a ‘Science Career Day‘ event. Scientists work with the students and try to promote the appeal and benefits of a career in science.
Clackmas River, OR
View of Clackamas River, OR.
Cableway Pre-Use Inspection
USGS Safety Training Video for cableway pre-use inspection. Training guide for new field personnel to safely and effectively inspect cableway structure and components prior to operation.
USGS Safety Training Video for cableway pre-use inspection. Training guide for new field personnel to safely and effectively inspect cableway structure and components prior to operation.