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Exam Rebate Application for March 2026 FG Exam (March 19, 2026)

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Application for Pennsylvania Fundamental of Geology Exam Rebate

Note: Only apply after having received notification that you passed the March 2026 FG Exam.

Barbara J Dunst Memorial Fund

PCPG has established a Memorial Fund in memory of Barbara Dunst, PG and PCPG Past President in conjunction with the Dunst family. Barb, throughout her career, was a strong supporter of geology education and the Profession of Geology in Pennsylvania. A strong advocate of all students and women in particular, her career embodied everything a Professional Geologist should be – a consummate professional, mentor, educator and supporter of the Geosciences in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Purpose: The fund was established to offset the cost for the ASBOG Fundamentals of Geology (FG) examination fee administered in PA. This fund is directed to young professionals and students who desire to obtain a license to practice geology in PA and have completed the courses needed to fulfill the requirements for taking the FG exam. Upon passing the PA FG examination and completing this application within the required time frame, the applicant will be reimbursed the cost of the FG examination fee on a first-come, first-served basis.

Deadline: This application must be submitted within six (6) months of the exam date.

Fund Review: The Fund will accept applications within the required time frame on a first-come first-served basis.

Exclusions: No reimbursements will be awarded to applicants whose employer offers an exam fee reimbursement benefit.

Special Considerations: Special circumstances (e.g. state of residency) will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

PCPG will verify license issuance by accessing PA DOS BPOA online verification system.

If you prefer to submit the application and required documentation by email, download the FG Exam rebate application. Instructions are provided on the form.

6-Webinar Package: PG Review Course for the Practicing Geologist and ASBOG® Exam Candidate (900 mins.) (July 28, 2026)

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

6-Webinar Package: PG Review Course for the Practicing Geologist and ASBOG® Exam Candidate (900 mins.)

You are registering for a six-part webinar series as noted below. If you intended to enroll for a single date, please return to the home page calendar and select the date for any specific topic(s).

Post-webinar recordings will not be available.

Our usual and customary cancellation policy applies to the six-part webinar series, and cancellation must be requested five business days prior to the first webinar scheduled for July 28. Partial refunds will not be made for missed webinars.

Reference materials will be sent ahead of each webinar, with some handouts available during the live webinar. If joining by mobile phone (audio), you must first join using a browser, and select Phone under Audio on Control Panel so your attendance is recorded and tied to your phone number. No certificate(s) will be issued for individuals failing to follow this guidance. Alternatively, you may join using the GoToWebinar mobile app. Don't wait until the day of the first webinar. Download and open it ahead of Tuesday, July 28.

You will receive separate log-in credentials for EACH of the six webinar sessions, sent via GoToWebinar one week, one day, and one hour prior to the webinar. It is important to keep organized so you readily locate appropriate log-in credentials. Also, pay attention to the date noted in subject line and be sure to add to your calendar.

Schedule

Instructor Bios (coming soon)

Tuesday, July 28, 2026 - Part One: 6:00-8:30 PM

General and Field Geology, Geomorphology (75 mins.)

Mineralogy, Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology (75 mins.)

Kurt Friehauf, PhD, P.G., Kutztown University

Thursday, July 30, 2026 - Part Two: 6:00-8:30 PM

Structural Geology and Tectonics (150 mins.)

Daniel Harris, PhD, PennWest California

Tuesday, August 4, 2026 - Part Three: 6:00-8:30 PM

Hydrogeology and Geochemistry (150 mins.)

Kyle Fredrick, PhD, PennWest California

Chris Mulry, PG, Groundwater and Environmental Services, Inc.

Thursday, August 6, 2026 - Part Four: 6:00-8:30 PM

Sedimentology, Stratigraphy, and Paleontology (85 mins.)
Tamra Schiappa, PhD, Slippery Rock University

Seismology, Exploration Geophysics, and Well Logging (65 mins.)

Thomas E. Jordan, PhD, P.G., JGGS, LLC

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 - Part Five: 6:00-8:30 PM

Engineering Geology (150 mins.)

Gary MB Kribbs, PG, AEON Geoscience, Inc.

Matthew Morris, PG, GFT, Inc.

Thursday, August 13, 2026 - Part Six: 6:00-8:30 PM

Economic and Resources Geology: Petroleum and Coal (75 mins.)

Kristin Carter, PG, DCNR Geologic Survey

Economic and Resources Geology: Mining (75 mins.)

Kurt Friehauf, PhD, P.G., Kutztown University

Our instructors are wholly focused on your learning experience, and remain available via Email and telephone to answer questions after the webinar concludes.

Mock tests are a component of the 6-part webinar series.

Visit What others have said about this course.

PCPG Review Course Participants / Future ASBOG® Exam Candidates:
The components of this 6-part webinar series are aligned with the general subject areas contained in the ASBOG® Geologist Examinations. However, the course is not intended as a sole-source for your test preparation. It is instead a proven resource and guide for your further preparation efforts. The course also provides a concentrated review and a general refresher for the practicing Professional Geologist and PDH/CEU certificates will be awarded.
During this 6-part webinar series, about one hour is devoted to review a full-semester college course. The webinars are not intended as a "How to take the Test" review. Registrants usually take this course 6 to 12 months from their intended exam date with the understanding that significant, additional preparation will be needed prior to sitting for their examination.
We are certain that you will find the provided information helpful to your preparation, enabling you to better succeed in the ASBOG® Examinations.

Part 1 Webinar: PG Review Course for the Practicing Geologist and ASBOG® Exam Candidate (150 mins.) (July 28, 2026)

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

General, Field Geology, and Geomorphology (75 mins.)

Mineralogy and Igneous/Metamorphic Petrology (75 mins.)

Kurt Friehauf, PhD, P.G., Kutztown University

Instructor Bio coming soon

Please read: After registering on our site you'll receive a PCPG confirmation email indicating Action Required in the subject line. Your registration is not complete until you click through the unique link in that email directing you to the GoToWebinar web site, where you'll enter your name, email address, consent to terms and conditions, and click the Register button. Check your spam filter if you do not see the PCPG 'Action Required' mail within 60 seconds of registering, here.

PCPG will circulate a PDH certificate documenting registrant’s participation time, not to exceed 150 minutes, within 72 hours of the conclusion of the webinar.

You are registering for one webinar, as noted above. A post-webinar recording will not be available.

Our usual and customary cancellation policy applies to this webinar, and cancellation must be requested five business days prior to webinar date. Refund will not be made for a missed webinar.

Reference materials will be sent ahead of the webinar, with some handouts available during the live webinar. If joining by mobile phone, please be familiar with the GoToWebinar app's control panel so you readily locate the attachment download under the Handout tab.

Our instructors are wholly focused on your learning experience, and remain available via Email and telephone to answer questions after the webinar concludes.

Mock tests are a component of the seminar.

Visit What others have said about this course.

PCPG Review Course Participants / Future ASBOG® Exam Candidates:
The components of this seminar are aligned with the general subject areas contained in the ASBOG® Geologist Examinations. However, the course is not intended as a sole-source for your test preparation. It is instead a proven resource and guide for your further preparation efforts. The course also provides a concentrated review and a general refresher for the practicing Professional Geologist.
During this seminar about one hour is devoted to review a full-semester college course. The webinars are not intended as a "How to take the Test" review. Seminar registrants usually take this course 6 to 12 months from their intended exam date with the understanding that significant, additional preparation will be needed prior to sitting for their examination.
We are certain that you will find the provided information helpful to your preparation, enabling you to better succeed in the ASBOG® Examinations.

Webinar Part 2: PG Review Course for the Practicing Geologist and ASBOG® Exam Candidate (150 mins.) (July 30, 2026)

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Structural Geology and Tectonics (150 mins.)

Daniel Harris, PhD, PennWest California

Instructor bio coming soon

PCPG will circulate a PDH certificate documenting registrant’s participation time, not to exceed 150 minutes, within 72 hours of the conclusion of the webinar.

You are registering for one webinar, as above noted. A post-webinar recording will not be available.

Our usual and customary cancellation policy applies to this webinar, and cancellation must be requested five business days prior to webinar date. Refund will not be made for a missed webinar.

Reference materials will be sent ahead of the webinar, with some handouts available during the live webinar. If joining by mobile phone you will first need to connect using regular browser (Safari, Firefox, Chrome) before joining by telephone so the platform recognizes you are present. Please be familiar with the GoToWebinar app's control panel so you readily locate the attachment download under the Handout tab.

Webinar Part 3: PG Review Course for the Practicing Geologist and ASBOG® Exam Candidate (150 mins.) (August 04, 2026)

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Hydrogeology and Geochemistry

Kyle Fredrick, PhD, Pennsylvania Western University-California

Chris Mulry, PG, Groundwater and Environmental Services, Inc.

Instructor bios coming soon

PCPG will circulate a PDH certificate documenting registrant’s participation time, not to exceed 150 minutes, within 72 hours of the conclusion of the webinar.

You are registering for one webinar, as noted above. A post-webinar recording will not be available.

Our usual and customary cancellation policy applies to this webinar, and cancellation must be requested five business days prior to webinar date. Refund will not be made for a missed webinar.

Visit What others have said about this course.

PCPG Review Course Participant / Future ASBOG® Exam Candidates:
The components of this seminar are aligned with the general subject areas contained in the ASBOG® Geologist Examinations. However, the course is not intended as a sole-source for your test preparation. It is instead a proven resource and guide for your further preparation efforts. As such, the course provides a concentrated review and a general refresher for the practicing, Professional Geologist.
During this seminar about one hour is devoted to review a full-semester, college course. The webinars are not intended as a "How to take the Test" review. Seminar registrants usually take this course 6 to 12 months from their intended exam date with the understanding that significant, additional preparation will be needed prior to sitting for their examination.
We are certain that you will find the provided information helpful to your preparation, enabling you to better succeed in the ASBOG® Examinations.

Webinar Part 4: PG Review Course for the Practicing Geologist and ASBOG® Exam Candidate (150 mins.) (August 06, 2026)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Sedimentology, Stratigraphy, and Paleontology (85 mins.)

Tamra Schiappa, PhD, Slippery Rock University

Seismology, Exploration Geophysics,

and Well Logging (65 mins.)

Thomas E. Jordan, PhD, P.G., JGGS, LLC

Bios coming soon.

PCPG will circulate a PDH certificate documenting registrant’s participation time, not to exceed 150 minutes, within 72 hours of the conclusion of the webinar.

You are registering for one webinar, as noted above. A post-webinar recording will not be available.

Our usual and customary cancellation policy applies to this webinar, and cancellation must be requested five business days prior to webinar date. Refund will not be made for a missed webinar.

Reference materials will be sent ahead of the webinar, with some handouts available during the live webinar.

Please be familiar with the GoToWebinar app's control panel so you readily locate the attachment download under the Handout tab.

Webinar Part 5: PG Review Course for the Practicing Geologist and ASBOG® Exam Candidate (150 mins.) (August 11, 2026)

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Engineering Geology (150 mins.)

Gary MB Kribbs, P.G., AEON Geoscience, Inc.

Matthew Morris, P.G., Vice President, Geotechnical Practice Leader,

GFT, Inc.

Instructor bios coming soon.

PCPG will circulate a PDH certificate documenting registrant’s participation time, not to exceed 150 minutes, within 72 hours of the conclusion of the webinar.

You are registering for one webinar, as above noted. A post-webinar recording will not be available.

Our usual and customary cancellation policy applies to this webinar, and cancellation must be requested five business days prior to webinar date. Refund will not be made for a missed webinar.

Visit What others have said about this course.

PCPG Review Course Participant / Future ASBOG® Exam Candidates:
The components of this seminar are aligned with the general subject areas contained in the ASBOG® Geologist Examinations. However, the course is not intended as a sole-source for your test preparation. It is instead a proven resource and guide for your further preparation efforts. The course also provides a concentrated review and a general refresher for the practicing Professional Geologist.
During this seminar about one hour is devoted to review a full-semester college course. The webinars are not intended as a "How to take the Test" review. Seminar registrants usually take this course 6 to 12 months from their intended exam date with the understanding that significant, additional preparation will be needed prior to sitting for their examination.
We are certain that you will find the provided information helpful to your preparation, enabling you to better succeed in the ASBOG® Examinations.

Webinar Part 6: PG Review Course for the Practicing Geologist and ASBOG® Exam Candidate (150 mins.) (August 13, 2026)

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Economic and Resources Geology: Petroleum and Coal (75 mins.)

Kristin Carter, P.G., DCNR Geologic Survey

Economic and Resources Geology: Mining (75 mins.)

Kurt Friehauf, PhD, P.G., Kutztown University

Instructor bios coming soon

PCPG will circulate a PDH certificate documenting registrant’s participation time, not to exceed 150 minutes, within 72 hours of the conclusion of the webinar.

You are registering for one webinar, as above noted. A post-webinar recording will not be available.

Our usual and customary cancellation policy applies to this webinar, and cancellation must be requested five business days prior to webinar date. Refund will not be made for a missed webinar.

Visit What others have said about this course.

PCPG Review Course Participant / Future ASBOG® Exam Candidates:
The components of these webinars are aligned with the general subject areas contained in the ASBOG® Geologist Examinations. However, the course is not intended as a sole-source for your test preparation. It is instead a proven resource and guide for your further preparation efforts. The course also provides a concentrated review and a general refresher for the practicing Professional Geologist.
During these webinars, about one hour is devoted to review a full-semester college course. The webinars are not intended as a "How to take the Test" review. Webinar registrants usually take this course 6 to 12 months from their intended exam date with the understanding that significant, additional preparation will be needed prior to sitting for their examination.
We are certain that you will find the provided information helpful to your preparation, enabling you to better succeed in the ASBOG® Examinations.

Essentials of Borehole Geophysics with Field Demonstration (335 CEU/PDH mins.) (September 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Essentials of Borehole Geophysics & Field Demonstration

Bureau of Geological Survey

3240 Schoolhouse Road

Middletown, PA

Agenda/Bios

Instructors

Scott Wendling, P.G., Vice President, CEO

ARM Group/ ARM Geophysics

Duro Rajkovic, P.G., Senior Geophysicist

ARM Group/ ARM Geophysics

Agenda/Instructor Bios

Professional Development Continuing Education
Delaware and South Carolina: 60 mins. = 1 CEU
Pennsylvania: 50 mins. = 1 PDH

North Carolina and Texas: 60 mins. = 1 PDH

8:30: Arrivals, Registration & Morning Refreshments

9:00 - 3:30: Seminar, with lunch provided

3:30: Evals, Sign-outs

LEVEL: Intermediate to Advanced

This seminar and field demonstration is designed for geologists, engineers, and environmental specialists who want to maximize information from exploratory wells for site characterization by using borehole geophysical logging and imaging tools. It will focus primarily on environmental, geotechnical, ground water, and oil & gas applications.

The class objective is to provide attendees with a working understanding of the available borehole geophysical methods for utilization on their projects. Each borehole method has advantages and disadvantages that must be understood in order to apply the most appropriate method(s) to the project objectives and site conditions. After a discussion on logging & imaging tools/methods, the seminar will focus on the interpretation of geophysical and imaging logs. Examples and case studies will be discussed to provide attendees with an understanding of how logs and images are used to determine lithology, correlate stratigraphy, characterize structure, and identify water producing and receiving zones. A field demonstration will be presented to provide attendees with a hands-on field data acquisition experience.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Professional Geologists, Project Managers, Geologists in Training, Environmental Scientists, Environmental Engineers, and related professionals with an interest in advancing their ability to characterize the hydrogeological, structural, and geotechnical aspects of the subsurface.

INSTRUCTOR BIOS

Scott Wendling, PG, Vice President & Chief Operating Officer (ARM Group/ARM Geophysics) - Scott Wendling, P.G. is a senior geologist and geophysicist for ARM Geophysics in Hershey, Pennsylvania. He currently serves as Vice President and is responsible for all geophysical services provided by ARM. He has more than 37 years of experience managing and performing surface and borehole geophysical surveys for environmental, engineering, and exploration projects.

Mr. Wendling received his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science Degrees in Geology from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale. Mr. Wendling’s Master’s Degree focused on geophysics and his Master’s Thesis was part of a consortium jointly sponsored by the U.S. Geological Survey and the Geological Survey of Canada, and included several U.S. and Canadian Universities. Mr. Wendling has provided geophysical training presentations to a wide range of organizations, including PCPG, PA Geological Survey, PADEP, WVDEP, USGS, PAPUC, Marcellus Shale Coalition, AEG, PAEP, and several private companies/organizations. He has been a licensed Professional Geologist in Pennsylvania since 1994.

Duro Rajkovic, PG, Senior Geophysicist (ARM Group/ARM Geophysics) - Mr. Rajkovic has more than 25 years of professional experience in borehole and surface geophysics investigation projects. He has logged over 1,000 boreholes in his career for various environmental, engineering, and construction projects. His duties have included developing proposals, leading operations, data processing, and extensive technical writing. Mr. Rajkovic received his Bachelor of Arts in Geosciences from Franklin & Marshall College and his Master of Business Administration from the University of Delaware. Mr. Rajkovic has provided geophysical training presentations to organizations, including PCPG, PA Geological Survey, WVDEP, NGWA, and USGS. He is a licensed Professional Geologist in Pennsylvania.

CRANBERRY TWP Act 2 Deep Dive: Case Studies & Compliance (December 03, 2026)

Thu, 03 Dec 2026 13:00:00 GMT

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Act 2 Deep Dive: Case Studies & Compliance

Thursday, December 3, 2026 • Cranberry Twp.

Regional Learning Alliance at Cranberry Woods
850 Cranberry Woods Dr. DIRECTIONS
Cranberry Twp., PA

8:00 Registration & Morning Refreshments
8:30 Seminar (lunch included)
4:30 Adjournment

Bios and Agenda Coming Soon

READING Act 2 Deep Dive: Case Studies & Compliance (January 14, 2027)

Thu, 14 Jan 2027 13:00:00 GMT

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Act 2 Deep Dive: Case Studies & Compliance

Thursday, January 14, 2027 • Reading, PA

Double Tree by Hilton
701 Penn Street DIRECTIONS
Reading, PA

Parking

8:00 Registration & Morning Refreshments
8:30 Seminar (lunch included)

4:30 Adjournment & Sign out.

4:30 Continental Drifters Networking

Bios and Agenda Coming Soon

Hotel Overnight Room Block: PCPG has secured a room block at Reading DoubleTree by Hilton at the rate of $149+++ for the night of Wednesday, January 13. Check in is 3:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM. The block expires Monday, December 14, 2026, or when sold out. To secure a room, visit the PCPG hotel room block dedicated web page, or telephone the Hitlon by dialing 610-375-8001 and ask for the special rate for code CPG or PA Council of Professional Geologists.

PCPG 2027 Annual Meeting & Education Sessions (February 11, 2027)

Thu, 11 Feb 2027 13:00:00 GMT

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PCPG 2027 Annual Meeting

Thursday, February 11, 2027

The Best Western Central Hotel & Conference Center

Ballroom A/B/C

800 East Park Drive
Harrisburg, PA 17111

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

8:00-9:00—Arrivals, Registration, Networking, Morning Refreshments

9:00-4:30—Program

4:30-6:00—Continental Drifters Networking Event

PDH certificates

You must sign-in and sign-out at the registration table to receive a certificate. Certificates will be distributed electronically within 72 business hours.

Be sure to visit our Associate member tables during the day.

Hotel Room Block: PCPG hotel room Rrate of $149.95++ expires 12/30/26, or when the block is sold out. Telephone the hotel by dialing (717) 561-2800, dial 0, and request a reservation under the PA Council of Professional Geologist's room block. Be sure to provide your check-in and check out dates. Or visit the hotel's PCPG Room block web page. Breakfast is not included. Confirm the cancellation policy with the hotel.

PCPG Memorial Fund Honoring Barbara J. Dunst, P.G., C.P.G. (December 31, 2027)

Fri, 31 Dec 2027 05:00:00 GMT

Barbara J. Dunst, P.G., C.P.G. Memorial Fund

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Dear PCPG Community,

Barb passed away unexpectedly at Akron General Hospital on August 29, 2022.

PCPG extends its deepest condolences to her husband Brian, their four children, her professional colleagues at Musser Engineering, Inc., where she was employed as Senior Regional Director, and all in the geologic community who had the privilege and honor to know and work with Barb throughout her career.

With her husband’s support and guidance, PCPG plans to establish a memorial initiative honoring Barb’s boundless energy and passion both for PCPG, and geology.

A champion of PCPG’s mission, Barb was currently serving as Communications Committee co-chair and past president. She spent nearly a decade sharing her passion through service to PCPG. While winding down her term this year, she continued to be a dedicated participant preparing for PCPG’s November strategic planning session and recently delivered the Economic Geology-Mining component of the PCPG PG Review Course webinar series. Barb served two 3-year terms as an elected board member (2013-2018), five years as Membership Services chair (2014-2018), President Elect (2019), and two 1-year terms PCPG President (2020, 2021).

Barb will be dearly missed by the PCPG community and will be remembered in many ways, but perhaps most notably by our members as a friendly, well-respected Professional Geologist who was a continuous source of wonderful ideas – ideas that greatly strengthened and advanced our organization.

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Certificate Replacement (January 01, 2028)

Sat, 01 Jan 2028 05:00:00 GMT

To order a replacement certificate for a previously attended PCPG event, please complete the order form and remit payment.

Replacement will occur only if attendee initialed the sign-in/sign-out sheet.

During busy periods, certificate replacement may take 7-10 days.

Questions? Contact Rose Jeffries by phoning (717) 730-9745.