Front cover of Issue 103 of the Rockwatch magazine
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Welcome to the summer edition of Rockwatch Magazine! Take a break from your studies, explore topics beyond the curriculum and discover more about our amazing Earth.
Inside this issue
All About Fossilised Wood
By Emma Bowler
Former Rockstar winner Emma explores the different ways in which wood can be preserved for millions of years.
Sparkling Scotland: The Rocks and Crystals of Dunkeld
By James Barnet
Discover the geological processes that created the beautiful rocks and irresistible sparkling crystals found around Dunkeld.
Geological Treasures from Around the World
By Peter Doyle
Explore Peter’s garden collection of geological finds, then try the quiz to see whether you can identify or research the correct answers.
How to Have the Time of Your Life: Dinosaur Fun with Mark
Featuring Mark Kemp, The Yorkshire Fossil Hunter
Mark explains why he has “the best job in the world” and how his guided fossil walks help children and adults catch the fossiling bug.
Fossils of the Ardèche Gorge
By James Barnet
Travel to France to explore the spectacular, fossil-rich limestone gorge carved by the Ardèche River.
Building America’s Capital
By Deborah Painter
Investigate the origins of the stone used to construct the iconic White House and Capitol buildings in Washington DC – and discover why George Washington thought brick was not grand enough.
Following in the Footsteps of Dinosaurs
Rockwatch leader Steve Friedrich reports on two exciting trips to Folkestone, where members saw remarkable dinosaur tracks for themselves. Look out for more opportunities to visit next year!
