Dale Leckie
Dale Leckie writes scenic guide to most beautiful sites in our province. He is author of The 'Scenic Geology of Alberta: A Roadside Touring and Hiking Guide'
Current Residence: Calgary, AB, with a cottage in County of St Paul.
Hometown: St Paul, AB
Dale Leckie has a Ph.D. in Geology from McMaster University, a M.Sc. in Geography from McMaster University and B.Sc. in Geography from University of Alberta. Dale is a professional geologist who has worked as a scientist at the Geological Survey of Canada and as chief geologist in a large Canadian energy company. He has edited numerous books and published more than one hundred papers, many on the geology of western Canada. He is an adjunct professor in the Geoscience Department at University of Calgary. Dale has been president of the Society for Sedimentary Geology (SEPM) and Canadian Society of Petroleum Geologists (CSPG). Dale is recognized for his long-term contributions to geology and is an honorary member of SEPM and CSPG.He has been awarded numerous awards from several geological societies. He has been leading geological field trips in western Canada throughout his career.
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The Scenic Geology of Alberta: A Roadside Touring and Hiking Guide (2021) |
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Allow best-selling author Dale Leckie to guide you to Alberta’s most scenic sites.
Leckie tells the intriguing story of Alberta’s landscape evolution with trips to Edmonton, Cold Lake, Muriel Lake, and Elk Island National Park, he takes you to explore volcanoes and glaciations long past. Using eye-catching illustrations and photographs, Leckie blends storytelling with science, incorporating natural landscape beauty with art and history. The Scenic Geology of Alberta gives you what you need to discover the spectacular landforms of Alberta. |
