Give the Gift of Discovery: Why Rockwatch Membership is the Perfect Christmas Present
https://www.rockwatch.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Rockwatch-Membership-Pack-Christmas.mp4 Are you looking for an exciting, educational, and truly unique Christmas gift for a budding young explorer in your life? Whether they’re fascinated by dinosaurs, captivated by fossils, or enchanted by sparkling gems and minerals, a Rockwatch membership is a gift that inspires curiosity and adventure! Ideal for grandparents, aunties, uncles,...
Celebrating Young Earth Explorers – Highlights from the 2024 Rockstars Competition!
Today, Friday 25th September, marked an exciting moment as we premiered the 2024 Rockstars Young Geologists’ Competition Film Showcase at the prestigious Prize Giving Ceremony hosted by the Anglo American Foundation’s Headquarters in London. This annual event is a celebration of the hard work, creativity, and dedication of young geologists who have explored diverse geological topics. From investigating volcanoes and fossils to...
Exciting Talks at the 2024 Festival of Geology
Rockwatchers, get ready for a thrilling day at the Festival of Geology on 2 November 2024, with a line-up of fascinating talks from top geologists and palaeontologists! Mark your calendars and don’t miss these engaging sessions designed to inspire both adults and young rock enthusiasts. 12:00pm – 1:00pm | Tom Sharpe: “Mary Anning and Her Sea-Dragons” Join Tom Sharpe as he delves into the world of Mary Anning, one of...
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...