Astrobiology Workshop 2023: New Mexico

by Ardith Bravenec Carlsbad Caverns The workshop begins at Carlsbad Caverns, a natural wonder known for its extensive underground limestone caves. From the entrance gate in White City, the road to the Visitor Center stretches 11.3 km, climbing an elevation of approximately 230 meters, from 1117 meters to 1347 meters above sea level. Many visitors are unaware that this scenic drive takes them up and through an ancient limestone reef. This reef, primarily formed by sponges and algae, originated...