Thanks to the 11 th Annual Winter Gala sponsors!

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1 The Newsletter of the Ohio Geological Society February 2009 An Affiliate (1963) of the American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG) Officers President Chris Gordon Ohio Geological Survey 2045 Morse Rd. Bldg. C-1 Columbus, OH (614) Vice President Steve Zody Zody Geoscience P.O. Box 921 Wooster, OH (330) Secretary Amy Lang Forman Energy, Ltd. P.O. Box Columbus, OH (614) Treasurer John Miller EnerVest Operating, LLC 110 E. Wilson Bridge Rd. Worthington, OH (614) Thanks to the 11 th Annual Winter Gala sponsors! American Refining Group Ergon Oil Purchasing, Inc. Ergon Trucking, Inc. Exploration Development, Inc. MicroDimensions Northwood Energy Corporation Superior Well Services, LTD William M. Rike

2 Remembering our past to fuel our future The month of January marked the beginning of a new year in the history of America. A rich history filled with memorable events that helped to shape the country that we live in today. The same can be said about the state of Ohio s history. Larry Wickstrom will present his talk, Historical Development of Fuel and Non fuel Mineral Commodities and Ohio, portraying this history that so many of us are a part of today. Please join us on Thursday, February 12 th at the Ramada Plaza Hotel for his talk depicting some of Ohio s memorable events. RSVP for lunch no later than February 11 to Steve Zody at zodyoil@sssnet.com or (330) Once again, the Ohio Geological Society s annual winter gala was a hit! The evening was marked by the usual fantastic musical entertainment of Bill Foley, the always entertaining Ron Rea and gifts from his fossil collection, and a couple of great prize giveaways. An ipod Shuffle was won by Don Lang, Mac Swinford won the grand prize, a Nintendo Wii, and a great time was had by all. Thanks again to our sponsors who continue to make our social events possible. The Ohio Geological Society has over 100 members. Every year we look into expanding our membership to those that we know within Ohio s geologic community. I m sure there is someone that you can think of right now who would be interested in membership with the OGS. Send them an with a membership form and give them the opportunity to sign up. Please help in promoting membership with OGS so that we continue to grow in representation. In other meeting news, mark your calendars on March 4 th for AAPG Distinguished Lecturer Charles Feazel s talk on Using Modern Cave Systems as Analogs for Paleokarst Reservoirs. RSVP for lunch no later than March 3 rd to Steve Zody at zodyoil@sssnet.com or (330) Hope to see you soon, Chris Gordon Energy Resources Group Supervisor - Ohio Geological Survey The Ohio Geological Survey (OGS) seeks applications for the position of Supervisor, Energy Resources Group. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated geoscientist with a thorough understanding of the energy industries (especially oil, gas, and coal), subsurface methods (seismic, geophysical logs, etc.) and a proven record of research, publishing, project management, and supervision. The candidate should also have experience in securing research grants and working with the public and industry associations. A Master s degree (minimum) in geosciences, publications record, and petroleum industry experience preferred. The complete job posting will be available on the ODNR website beginning February 17 th ( applications will be accepted thru March 2, The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. For more information concerning this opportunity, please contact Elizabeth Alguire at

3 OGS MEETING Thursday, February 12 th Lunch at 11:30, talk at 12:30 pm Larry Wickstrom - State Geologist and Chief, Ohio Geological Survey Historical Development of Fuel and Non-fuel Mineral Commodities and Ohio Ramada Plaza Hotel & Conference Center 4900 Sinclair Road Columbus, OH Please RSVP to Steve Zody at zodyoil@sssnet.com or

4 The Battelle Energy Technology group is seeking a Geoscientist in Columbus, OH for full-time work on our Carbon Management team. Compensation will be based on qualifications and experience. A full benefits package including health, dental, vision and life insurance, 401k, pension plan, and tuition reimbursement will be provided. The selected candidate will work at Battelle's Headquarters in Columbus, OH, although significant field activities will require travel. Position Responsibilities Prepare design and specifications for injection and monitoring wells for carbon dioxide storage Evaluate well materials for compatibility with native fluid and injectate (carbon dioxide) Develop injection program (i.e. surface and subsurface flow, temperature, and pressure) Evaluation of data and reservoir modeling as a tool to manage and optimize injection program. Required Qualifications Bachelor s or advanced degree in geological sciences (geology, geoscience, geophysics), petroleum engineering, mining engineering or geo-engineering Coursework and understanding in geodynamics, rock mechanics and seismology Understanding of data collection, analysis, and management methods, such as: data acquisition, nuclear magnetic resonance, pressure monitoring, passive seismology and travel time tomography Understanding of reservoir management principles and working knowledge of reservoir engineering software 0 to 3 years experience in oil and gas drilling programs (including intern and co-op experience) Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of well construction methods, materials selection, and well design software Experience with computational modeling of geological systems, using commercial and custom codes. Battelle is an international science and technology enterprise that explores emerging areas of science, develops and commercializes technology, and manages laboratories for customers. Battelle supports community and education programs to promote an enhanced quality of life for our community neighbors. We re committed to making the world a better place through our work with government, industry and community in the key areas of: Energy, Health & Life Sciences, National Security, Laboratory Management, and Education. These key businesses integrate capabilities across Battelle, including the national laboratories we manage or co-manage for the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, to create greater value for our customers, the nation and, ultimately, the global community. Battelle is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.

5 OGS MEETING Wednesday, March 4 th Lunch at 11:30, talk at 12:30 pm AAPG Distinguished Lecture Abstract CHARLES T. FEAZEL ConocoPhillips, Houston, Texas Funded by the AAPG Foundation Karst processes, hydrology, dimensions and architecture are useful in understanding karsted rocks that serve as reservoirs for oil and natural gas. Three-dimensional cave surveys can be used to assign properties to karst cells in geocellular models. Surveys of long karst passages (e.g. Yucatan flooded caves) can be used to infer connectivity (i.e. how many karst cells can be neighbors?). Karst processes ranging from surface weathering to deep burial dissolution have affected numerous karst intervals that host petroleum accumulations. Recognition and prediction of subsurface paleokarst from seismic or borehole information involves addressing the following concerns: Does the layer in question consist primarily of carbonate rocks? Is there evidence to suggest subaerial exposure of the carbonates? Using Modern Cave Systems as Analogs for Paleokarst Reservoirs Can a humid paleoclimate be documented? What was the paleo-relief? Does the tectonic history include episodes of jointing, faulting, or fracturing that would focus flowing water in the paleo-hydrologic setting? Is there reason to suspect burial dissolution? Did karst dissolution pre-date petroleum migration? What differences would karsting make to wellbore deliverability, well spacing, drilling operations, injec tion strategies and production profiles? Analogs and regional studies incorporating the elements of this list can be used in the exploration and production workflow to identify potential problems and opportunities, to constrain geo-model input, and to improve communication of subsurface risks and uncertainties. Ramada Plaza Hotel & Conference Center 4900 Sinclair Road Columbus, OH Please RSVP to Steve Zody at zodyoil@sssnet.com or

6 Education: 1967 Bachelors, Ohio Wesleyan University 1969 Masters, The Johns Hopkins University 1975 PhD, The Johns Hopkins University Experience: 1975-present: ConocoPhillips (formerly Phillips Petroleum Co.). Research geologist; research supervisor; chief geologist for interpretation technology; director of onshore US development; director of development and operations, Phillips Norway; worldwide carbonate advisor; manager of reservoir characterization; principal carbonate stratigrapher. Publications and Awards: ConocoPhillips Outstanding Mentor award, 2006 Feazel, C. T., A. P. Byrnes, J. W. Honefenger, R. J. Leibrecht, R. G. Loucks, S. McCants, and A. H. Saller, 2004, Carbonate reservoir characterization and simulation: from facies to flow units: AAPG Bull. 88, 11, p Carr, T. R., E. P. Mason, and C. T. Feazel, eds., 2003, Horizontal Wells: Focus on the Reservoir: AAPG Methods in Exploration Series 14, 270 p. Feazel, C. T., and H. H. Nielsen, 2003, Reservoir characterization, well planning, and geosteering in the redevelopment of Ekofisk Field, North Sea: in Carr, T. R., E. P. Mason, and C. T. Feazel, eds., Horizontal Wells: Focus on the Reservoir: AAPG Methods in Exploration Series 14, p Charles T. Feazel Feazel, C. T., I. A. Knight, and L. J. Pekot, 1990, Ekofisk Field -- Norway: in E. A. Beaumont and N. H. Foster, eds., Structural Traps IV, AAPG Atlas of Oil and Gas Fields/Treatise of Petroleum Geology, p Feazel, C. T., and H. E. Farrell, 1988, Chalk from the Ekofisk Area, North Sea: nannofossils + micropores = giant fields: in A. J. Lomando and P. M. Harris, eds., Giant Oil and Gas Fields: A Core Workshop: SEPM Core Workshop 12, p Feazel, C. T., J. Keany, and R. M. Peterson, 1985, Cretaceous and Tertiary chalk of the Ekofisk Area, Central North Sea: in P. O. Roehl and P. W. Choquette, eds., Carbonate Petroleum Reservoirs: Springer-Verlag, p Feazel, C. T., 1985, Diagenesis of petroleum reservoirs in the Smackover Formation, Chatom Field, Alabama: in P. O. Roehl and P. W. Choquette, eds., Carbonate Petroleum Reservoirs: Springer-Verlag, p Feazel, C. T., and R. A. Schatzinger, 1985, Prevention of carbonate cementation in petroleum reservoirs: in N. Schneidermann and P. M. Harris, eds., Carbonate Cements: SEPM Spec. Publ. 36, p Schatzinger, R. A., C. T. Feazel, and W. E. Henry, 1985, Evidence of resedimentation in chalk from the Central Graben, North Sea: in P. D. Crevello and P. M. Harris, eds., Deep-Water Carbonates: Buildups, Turbidites, Debris Flows and Chalks: SEPM Core Workshop 6, p Professional Interests: Carbonate deposition, diagenesis and reservoir quality Petroleum exploration and production

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10 Society of Petroleum Engineers Ohio Petroleum Section ~ Distinguished Lecturer Series Presents Zaki Bassiouni From Louisiana State University Speaking On: Low Cost Methods for Improved Oil and Gas Recovery Wednesday, February 11 th, 2009 It is usually assumed that improvement of oil and gas recovery is a costly proposition. However, several relatively low cost improved oil and gas recovery processes have been studied and tested in the field. These methods do not enjoy a widespread use most likely due to ineffective and/or untimely dissemination of field test results. This lecture will present three such improved oil and gas processes. The lecturer has participated in the conceptual and practical studies of these processes. They are: Well, you will have join us at the meeting in order to learn what the three proven processes are! Dr. Zaki Bassiouni joined the faculty of Louisiana State University in He was a professor and chair of the Craft and Hawkins Department of Petroleum Engineering from July 1983 to June 2004 before assuming the position of Dean of the College of Engineering. Dr. Bassiouni received a B.S. in Petroleum Engineering from Cairo University, a diploma in Geophysics from the Ecole Nationale Superieure de Petrole et des Moteurs of Paris, France and an M.S. and Ph.D. from the University of Lille, France. In addition to his academic contributions and publications, Dr. Bassiouni has provided technical expertise to the international oil and gas industries. He has conducted training in more than thirty countries worldwide. He is the author of the Society of Petroleum Engineers Textbook Series Vol. 4 Theory, Measurement, and Interpretation of Well Logs. Come and listen to Dr. Zaki Bassiouni speak on this practical subject. We plan to meet for lunch at 11:30 am at The McKinley Grand Hotel, 320 Market Avenue South, Canton, Ohio on Tuesday, May 20 th, The cost for this meeting is $20 per person which includes lunch but not parking. You need not be a member of SPE to attend (but you will be encouraged to join!). Please RSVP by Monday, February 9 th, 2009 by contacting Sharon Davis, Range Resources Appalachia LLC at or via at SharonDavis@RangeResources.com

11 Welcome New Member! Dustin Willard Knox Energy, Inc. New Albany, OH Winter Quarter 2009 Colloquium 888 The Earth Gravitational Model 2008 (EGM2008) Dr. Nikolaos K. Pavlis Project Scientist Thursday, February 12, :00 p.m. 100 Mendenhall Lab Refreshments at 3:30.m. Lecture carries credit for Earth Sciences A complete list of SES seminars can be found at

12 CALENDAR Information available for OGS meetings at: or contact Steve Zody at February 11 SPE Meeting Low Cost Methods for Improved Oil and Gas Recovery Zaki Bassiouni. McKinley Grand Hotel, Canton, OH. February 12 February 12 March 4 March May 9 May 19 OGS Meeting Historical Development of Fuel and Non-fuel Mineral Commodities and Ohio Larry Wickstrom. Ramada Plaza Hotel & Conference Center, Columbus, OH. AGS/PTTC Advanced Logging School Waterfront Place Hotel, Morgantown, WV. OGS Meeting Using Modern Cave Systems as Analogs for Paleokarst Reservoirs Charles Feazel. Ramada Plaza Hotel & Conference Center, Columbus, OH Annual OOGA Winter Meeting, The Hilton Easton, Columbus, OH. OAS State Science Day. The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH. Judges needed please contact John Forman at jlforman@att.net or Annual OOGA Legislative Reception, The Atrium, Ohio Statehouse, Columbus, OH. Check the OGS website at or PTTC s at for other meetings and events. Ohio Geological Society P.O. Box Columbus, OH

13 Publications of the Ohio Geological Society On CD-ROM Publications of the Ohio Geological Society now available as a CD-ROM and online with AAPG/Datapages. OGS is the newest collection added to the Marketing Partners program in AAPG/Datapages whereby local and regional geological societies list their publication archives in the online literature database for upstream E&P. We now host more than 30 publishers in our program. All the Archive papers of the OGS are included in CD-ROM format, and available for sale at a regular price of $120. The CD-ROMs can be purchased at the website: All the individual papers also are online for search-and-retrieval at the AAPG/Datapages Combined Publications Archives website. Non-subscribers can access these at our Transactional (pay-per-view) website: Figure Caption: Grand Lake St. Marys, near Celina, Ohio, may have been the site of the first overwater drilling operation of oil-and-gas wells. Starting in 1891, the drilling of oil-and-gas wells of the Lima-Indiana fields extended into the lake. Over 100 wells had been drilled into the lake by the time the field was abandoned after 1910.

14 Ohio Geological Society Publications The in-print publications of the Ohio Geological Society may be purchased from the Ohio Division of Geological Survey. Members of the Society receive a discount; the member price is in parentheses (M:). For more information on the Society, write the Ohio Geological Society, P.O. Box 14304, Columbus, OH OGS 4. Clinton sandstone papers presented at the Ohio Oil and Gas Association Winter Meetings 1961 to 1978 (abridged reprint of 1980 volume). 228 p., $25.00 (M: $20.00). OGS 5. The new Clinton collection--1985, edited by Jack Gray, Andy Maslowski, Warren McCullough, and W. E. Shafer (2nd printing). This edition includes a transcript of "Deeper Clinton-Medina drilling in southeastern Ohio" from a March 1986 Ohio Geological Society meeting. 257 p., $25.00 (M: $20.00). OGS 7. Computer-aided analysis of geologic data, edited by Lawrence H. Wickstrom. A collection of papers from a seminar presented at the 1987 AAPG Eastern Section meeting. 100 p., $15.00 (M: $12.00). OGS 8. Maps and cross sections of the Cambrian and Lower Ordovician of central Ohio, by G. G. Shearrow. 31 p., 8 pls., $12.00 (M: $10.00). OGS 10. The Ohio Geological Society anthology, the Morrow County, Ohio "oil boom" and the Cambro-Ordovician reservoir of central Ohio, edited by William E. Shafer. 452 p., $25.00 (M: $20.00). OGS 14. Ohio Geological Society Fifth Annual Technical Symposium. Proceedings from the November 1997 technical symposium held in Akron, Ohio. 11 papers. 117 p., $25.00 (M: $20.00). OGS 15. Petroleum seismology in the digital age. Course notes from the Ohio Geological Society's 3-D Seismic Seminar presented at the 1998 AAPG Eastern Section meeting. $20.00 (M: $15.00). OGS 17. Into the new millennium: The changing face of exploration in the Knox play. Proceedings from the Sixth Annual Fall Symposium held in Akron, Ohio, October papers. 120 p., $25.00 (M: $20.00). To order any of the Society's publications contact: The Geologic Records Center, Ohio Division of Geological Survey, 2045 Morse Road, Columbus, Ohio Telephone (614) FAX: (614) geo.survey@dnr.state.oh.us.