ABSTRACT Iceland is a young, dynamic, volcanic island with a unique tectonomagmatic setting at the intersection of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge and a mantle hotspot. The combination of this tectonomagmatic setting, a history of glaciation, and the sparse vegetation of a subarctic maritime climate means that Iceland has both intriguing geology and outstanding exposures of this geology. This field trip guide contains an introduction to the geology of Iceland and an itinerary for a 10-day journey around the island. The itinerary consists of 55 stops and 15 optional stops. These stops include exposure to representative examples of most phenomena typical of the island’s geology and all of the major tectonic elements of Iceland. The primary focus of this guide is on volcanic and tectonic features, but topics such as glaciation, geothermal energy, geomorphology, paleontology, soil loss, and geotourism are also addressed.

Abstract Hot springs, geysers, mud pots, and fumaroles are dynamic surface features that represent interacting subterranean systems of water, heat, and rocks. Identifying the locations of these features and monitoring their heat, water flow, and chemistry can provide land managers with data needed to make informed decisions about management options. This chapter describes vital signs and contains options for monitoring surface and near-surface geothermal features, such as hot springs, geysers, mud pots, and fumaroles. Its focus is the description of techniques for detecting change in hydrothermal systems through time due to natural or human-related causes. The goal of this chapter is to describe selected techniques for monitoring important vital signs of geothermal systems. Information in this chapter will not make the reader an expert in all geological aspects of geothermal systems. Some monitoring techniques are simple and can be performed by interested volunteers with no specialized background. Other techniques are complex and are best done by experts, with study results interpreted by seasoned practitioners. The described monitoring options may not meet all statutory and regulatory requirements that land managers may face. The terms geothermal and hydrothermal have specific connotations as used in this chapter ( Jackson, 1997 ). Geothermal refers to any system that transfers heat from within the Earth to its surface. Hot rocks, without water, are geothermal. Hydrothermal is a subset of geothermal, and means that the transfer of heat involves water, either in liquid or vapor state (hence the “hydro”). Hot springs and geysers, for example, are hydrothermal