Let’s Celebrate International Geodiversity Day!
Happy International Geodiversity Day! Every year this special Day is celebrated on 6th October. This year’s theme is ‘Conserving the Past – Sustaining the Future’. At it’s heart is the need for us to learn from and conserve our planet to help us to adapt and prepare for future geological challenges. You can find out more about this year’s theme on the International Geodiversity Day website....
Diary of Our Rockwatch Trip to Dorset with Our Young Geologists
Monday 29th July: Check-in and Making Friends As our young geologists arrived and checked in at the Leeson House Field Studies Centre, the atmosphere was filled with excitement as everyone settled in and began to get to know one another. Leeson House has plenty of fun activities designed to break the ice and build camaraderie among the group and start forming friendships ready for the adventures ahead. Tuesday 30th July: Chesil Beach...
Be an Urban Geology Detective at the GA Festival of Geology 2024!
Hey Rockwatchers! Ready for an adventure? The GA Festival of Geology 2024 has some exciting Urban Geology walks in London to help you hone your geo-detective skills – perfect for young explorers and curious minds. Let’s dive into what each walk has to offer! Rocks and Fossils of the City of London Led by Mike Howgate | Start time: 11 am Starting at St. Paul’s station, we’ll explore the hidden treasures around the Cathedral....
Explore the Wonders of the Evolution Garden at the Natural History Museum
By Diana Clements Attention Rockwatchers! The Natural History Museum in London has unveiled an extraordinary exhibit that you won’t want to miss. Welcome to the Evolution Garden, a new outdoor space that brings the history of our planet to life in the museum’s east garden. Open daily during museum hours with free access—best approached from the tunnel—this garden offers an engaging journey through geological time. As you...
Issue 97 of the Rockwatch Magazine: published July 2024
Issue 97 Contents List: published July 2024 Highland_Fault_Line_from_Conic_Hill_-Ian Mirtchell Image 1 of 8 Scotland Highland fault line taken by Ian Mirtchell Rockwatch members receive a copy of the Rockwatch Magazine three times a year to coincide with the main school holidays – Christmas, Easter and Summer. To receive your copy of the magazine join today! BEFORE THE WHALE AND DIPPY – THERE WAS CETI! A museum’s showpiece...
Download the Rockstars Competition Leaflet
Rockstars leaflet 2024 BW (presentation) - 3 Image 1 of 3 Enter Rockstars Competition now Download the Rockstars Young Geologists’ Competition 2024 Entry Form today and start planning your entry to be in with a chance of becoming one of this year’s Rockstars! DOWNLOAD...