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....
Royal Society Summer Science Exhibition 2024 Programme
Rockwatchers – check out this year’s talks and activities lined up for The Royal Society’s Summer Science Exhibition from 2-7 July 2024. Talks include unlocking the past in Antarctica and rehabilitating mines for local communities and the environment. There’s always plenty to see and do, and it’s completely FREE to take part. You can view the full programme on The Royal Society Summer Science...
Book our Rockwatch Field Trip to Somerset Earth Science Centre – 14 August
We’re thrilled to be returning to the Somerset Earth Science Centre this summer on Wednesday 14 August and would love Rockwatchers to join us! We’ll be exploring an exclusive insight into the fabulous collection of fossils and minerals at the Centre in the morning and then enjoy some fabulous fossil hunting at the renowned Writhlington fossil site – a specially preserved area perfect for budding paleontologists. This...
Exploring Chilterns Chalk: A Journey Through Time with Rockwatch & Friends
Join Rockwatch on Thursday, April 11th, for the grand finale of a special events series celebrating Chilterns Chalk. From 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM, immerse yourself in a day of discovery and excitement as we partner with the Chilterns Landscape Partnership and the Chinnor and Princes Risborough Steam Railway for an unforgettable experience. Step aboard the historic steam train for a nostalgic journey through the picturesque Chilterns...
Sign up for the Schoolrocks FREE Online Workshop for Schools and Children in Year 3
The Geologists’ Association run a special scheme to support the Key Stage 2, Year 3 Science National Curriculum in schools called Schoolrocks! Rockwatchers in Year 3 and parents who are teachers may be interested in signing up for a special Schoolrocks online event called Evolution which is taking place on Tuesday 27 February 2024. The one-hour workshop is FREE of charge to schools and support materials will be sent to schools in...