Shaka Stories

White Gypsum Sand

Shaka

The tour takes us on a geological journey through time, unraveling the origins of the vast white sand dunes in the Tularosa Basin. Set against a backdrop of ancient lakes, mountain runoff, and shifting climates, it paints a vivid picture of how gypsum crystals transformed into the dazzling sands we see today. 

Through a blend of scientific explanation and storytelling, it invites us to contemplate the dynamic forces shaping our natural world and sparks curiosity about the future evolution of this timeless landscape.