Precambrian geology of the Upernavik - Red Head region (72°15'–75°15'N), northern West Greenland

Abstract

A geological reconnaissance of the region between 72°15' and 74°15'N was made by Escher & Pulvertaft (1968) during the summer of 1967. In 1977 the region was revisited by J. E. and O. S. and the geological survey was extended as far north as Steenstrup Gletscher (75°15'N) (fig. 7). Both investigations aimed at the production of a 1:500000 geological map sheet of the Mârmorilik - Red Head region. The GGU motor cutter K. J. V. Steenstrup with Andreas Vidstein as skipper provided logistic support for the summer's work. This part of Greenland's coast mainly consists of islands and peninsulas and is very suitable for field work from a boat. Winter ice normally disappears before July giving boats free access to most of the fjords. Stable weather conditions during the summer months, the generally gentle topographic relief of the region and the very good degree of rock exposure make the region ideal for field work.