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Cove to Pease Bay

A short, but rocky and wild stretch of coast takes us back through time. Starting at Cove Harbour we find sandstones and other rocks of Carboniferous age, and then as we walk south and around the corner we find the Old Red Sandstone of Pease Bay. Amongst the varied layers of sedimentary rock, watch out for the giant concretions!

Date: June 27, 2009

Venue: Cove to Pease Bay

Booking recommended. Bring warm, waterproof clothing, strong footwear, something to eat and drink ... and a good imagination!
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 5 hours hrs
Cost: £12 (£10 conc)
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.geowalks.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 370

North Berwick

A walk along the coast and up North Berwick Law to discover the varied story of the local volcanoes. The rocks on the shore were formed by a series of violent volcanic eruptions, with volcanic ash showering out of the sky into a shallow sea. We can now stroll through the ancient volcanoes and view the offshore islands, each with a different story.

Date: June 14, 2009

Venue: North Berwick, East Lothian

Booking recommended. Bring warm, waterproof clothing, strong footwear, something to eat and drink ... and a good imagination!
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 5 hours hrs
Cost: £12 (£10 conc)
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.geowalks.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 369

Barn's Ness

Barns Ness is well known as the best fossil site in the Lothians, packed with many interesting features in a small area, including a range of different types of sedimentary rocks. From Barns Ness we'll continue south along a seldom-visited stretch of coast to the quiet bay at Skateraw where some of the Barns Ness limestone appears again.

Date: May 23, 2009

Venue: Barn's Ness, East Lothian

Geology of the North Newton Shore, Lochranza

Visit the ancient Highland rocks in the north of Arran, the site of James Hutton’s unconformity near Lochranza, with an SNH geologist.

Date: May 18, 2009

Venue: South Newton road end. N.B. parking very limited

To book please call 07501337532 Please wear suitable all weather clothing and boots.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 2.5 hrs
Cost: £2
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.arranwildlife.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 360

Before DInosaurs Walked

Dr Neil Clark (Hunterian Museum) will walk and talk and take you to see the footprints made by the “hand-beast of Blackwaterfoot” in sands that are over 245 million years old. Just north of the cliffs of Drumadoon, over 50 of these footprints were found in the last 10 years. Now more have been found, numbering in their hundreds, along the south coast of Arran. Meet at the Golf Club tearoom for a short talk beforehand.

Date: May 17, 2009

Venue: Shiskine Golf Club Tea room

Please come prepared for all weathers. Sturdy boots, weatherproofs, etc. Some steep slopes slippery when wet.
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 3hrs hrs
Cost: £2
Wheelchair access: no
URL: http://www.arranwildlife.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 359

Geology of Kildonan, Isle of Arran

Join SNH to discover rocks that show Scotland was once a desert close to the Equator and was nearly torn apart 60 million years ago when the North Atlantic Ocean formed.

Date: May 16, 2009

Venue: Kildonan Village Hall, Arran

Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: £2
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.arranwildlife.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 361

Geology of Arran

Discover Arran's geology and landscape with SNH, followed by a hands on look at rocks fossils and maps - you can even bring one for identification. No prior knowledge needed and a chance to see some old fossils in the bar while quaffing Arran's real ale.

Date: May 16, 2009

Venue: Blackwaterfoot Lodge, Blackwaterfoot, Arran

Start Time: 5.30pm
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Cost: Donations welcome
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.arranwildlife.co.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 362

Mull Geological Walk

Explore the geology of the Ross of Mull. Part of Wild Isles Week

Date: May 13, 2009

Venue: Ross of Mull

Some rough going, good outdoor walking gear needed. Might be damp, muddy underfoot.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 6 hours hrs
Cost: tbc
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.wild-isles.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 358

Geology of Mull & Iona

Part of Wild Isles week - a talk at Creich Hall, Fionnphort, Ross of Mull. Discover the geology of Mull and Iona. Follow it up with a walk the next day!

Date: May 12, 2009

Venue: Creich Hall, Fionnphort

Start Time: 7.00pm
Duration: 2 hours hrs
Cost: tbc
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.wild-isles.co.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 357

East Lomond Hill

Fife's Lomond Hills are the site of ancient volcanoes, with a thick layer of intrusive dolerite forming the high ground between them. Starting in the village of Falkland we'll climb gently through a quiet wooded valley into the open moorland and then to the summit of East Lomond.

Date: May 10, 2009

Venue: East Lomond Hill

Earth Science Outdoors - North Berwick

A one-day training course aimed at local rangers, earth scientists, RIGS volunteers, teachers and anyone who might be interested in taking a group to explore these sites. We'll take a walk along the shore, looking at the rocks and the connections with the landscape and how people have used the area in the past and present, and into the future. We'll discuss how to present these ideas to the general public and groups, and consider what makes a safe, enjoyable and stimulating day out.

Date: April 30, 2009

Venue: Barns Ness

Booking required. Bring warm, waterproof clothing, strong footwear, something to eat and drink ... and a good imagination!
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 6 hours hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
URL: http://www.sesef.org.uk/pages/events.html

Drop in event: no
Event ID 364

Earth Science Outdoors - North Berwick

Date: April 25, 2009

Venue: St Monans

Booking recommended. Bring warm, waterproof clothing, strong footwear, something to eat and drink ... and a good imagination!
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 6 hours hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
URL: http://www.sesef.org.uk/pages/events.html

Drop in event: no
Event ID 365

Bathgate Hills

A traverse of the Bathgate Hills from Bathgate to Linlithgow, passing a host of interesting features including fossil coral reefs, silver mines, the Cairnpapple archaeological site and a unique geological viewpoint.

Date: April 19, 2009

Venue: Bathgate Hills

Earth Science Outdoors - North Berwick

Date: March 28, 2009

Venue: North Berwick

Water of Leith, Edinburgh

Join geologist Angus Miller for a short walk exploring the river upstream from Craiglockhart Dell to Colinton. Edinburgh's river has a varied character, reflecting the underlying rock and dramatic episodes of erosion associated with the melting of glacial ice.

Date: November 29, 2008

Venue: Water of Leith

Bring good footwear, warm and waterproof clothing and lunch.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: £7
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.geowalks.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 319

Dinosaur Day

For 5 years and under, along with accompanying adults. Storytime with puppets and toys, followed by a short walkabout to see our dinosaur relatives, the birds and some of our prehistoric looking animals. 1 hour sessions available at 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30am and 2.30pm. Maximum of 30 at each session.

Date: November 29, 2008

Venue: Edinburgh Zoo

1 hour sessions available. Maximum 30 at each session so booking is essential.
Start Time: 10.30pm
Duration: 1 hour ses hrs
Cost: normal zoo admission
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.rzss.org.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 355

Bonaly, Pentlands

Join geologist Angus Miller to explore the Pentland Hills, made from various igneous rocks that formed during volcanic eruptions in Devonian times. These resistant rocks have withstood erosion to create a varied range of hills. This short walk doesn't take us high up, but gives an introduction to the varied rocks of the area.

Date: November 16, 2008

Venue: Bonaly

Bring good footwear, warm and waterproof clothing and lunch.
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: £7
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.geowalks.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 318

Traprain Law, East Lothian

Join geologist Angus Miller to visit one of this area's most impressive pieces of rock. Traprain Law is a laccolith, a mushroom-shaped intrusion that deformed layers of sedimentary rock as it squeezed in close to the surface.

Date: October 12, 2008

Venue: Traprain Law

East Lothian: Traprain Law & St Baldred's Cradle

At St Baldred’s, Lower Carboniferous sandstones, a pyroclastic tuff-ring and a porphyritic basalt plug, with down-sag of the country rocks, are exposed along a coastal section. On Traprain Law we will look at phonolitic trachyte, joint-planes and (?) doming of country-rocks, displayed in a disused quarry.

Date: October 11, 2008

Venue: East Lothian

Bring good footwear, warm and waterproof clothing and lunch.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 6 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.edinburghgeolsoc.org

Drop in event: no
Event ID 324

Yellow Craig, East Lothian

Join geologist Angus Miller to explore the beautiful sandy beaches of this stretch of East Lothian's coast, which are surrounded by a variety of igneous rock, the result of varied volcanic activity in the Carboniferous Period.

Date: October 04, 2008

Venue: Yellow Craig

Bring good footwear, warm and waterproof clothing and lunch.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 5 hrs
Cost: £10
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.geowalks.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 315

Fossil Day at the Zoo

What are fossils? How are they formed? How do fossils provide the evidence for evolution? Find out the answers to these questions at the different activities around the zoo.

Date: September 28, 2008

Venue: Edinburgh Zoo

The zoo will be open from 9.00am until 6.00pm but the stalls and activities for Fossil Day are available from 11.00am until 3.30pm.
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 4.5 hours hrs
Cost: normal zoo admission
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.rzss.org.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 354

British Geological Survey Open Day

The British Geological Survey is the oldest national geological survey in the world. Once a year, it's Scottish HQ, Murchison House opens its doors to the general public. Five floors of displays, demonstrations and hands-on activities to suit all ages on all aspects of geology, geoscience and more!. Fossils, minerals, building stones, gold panning, UK & world earthquakes, volcano prediction, glaciology, geomagnetism, offshore geology etc. etc. Programme of talks on the hour. Dry stone walling demonstrations. Bookshop & gift shop. Free refreshments.

Date: September 27, 2008

Venue: BGS Murchison House

Britsh Geological Survey, Murchison House, West Mains Road, Edinburgh EH9 3LA 0131 667 1000
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 7 hours hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.bgs.ac.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 333

Past Climates

Lunchtime talk at the Hunterian Museum. James Bendle from the Department of Geography and Earth Sciences, University of Glasgow, talks about past climates and measuring sea temperatures using tiny fossils.

Date: September 23, 2008

Venue: Hunterian Museum

Start Time: 12.45pm
Duration: 0.25 hrs
Cost: FREE!!!
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: http://www.hunterian.gla.ac.uk:443/museum/whatsOn.php?pg=talk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 349

Geology Landrover Safari

Join us for a tour of Glencoe’s fantastic geology in our Landrover. We’ll go slightly off the beaten track and give you around three hours of fascinating geology and the chance to see Glencoe from a different angle. A short walk from the Landrover to a couple of sites may be involved so walking boots and waterproofs are advisable. £15 Booking essential

Date: September 23, 2008

Venue: Glencoe

Start Time: 10.15am
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: £15
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.glencoe-nts.org.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 352

Oatlee Hill, Borders

Join geologist Angus Miller for a walk along the wildest stretch of the Borders coast, between Fast Castle and St Abbs Head - where steep cliffs of greywacke sandstone fall to the North Sea, fringed by headlands and rocky beaches.

Date: September 21, 2008

Venue: Oatlee Hill

Bring good footwear, warm and waterproof clothing and lunch.
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 5 hrs
Cost: £10
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.geowalks.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 314

Salmon & Stanes

Explore how natural forces & human activities have shaped the landscape on this 8-mile walk. From the spectacular Falls of Feugh, where salmon may be seen leaping, the walk ascends around the Craig of Affrusk in Rhindbuckie Wood to reach three prehistoric stone circles, including the largely intact Nine Stanes of Mulloch, returning by a quiet back road with open views. This event is also part of Scottish Archaeology Month.

Date: September 20, 2008

Venue: Falls of Feugh car park, South Deeside Road, Banchory – grid

The walk is suitable for adults (16 & 17 year olds welcome if accompanied). Bring a packed lunch. CONTACT (BOOKING ESSENTIAL): Marr Ranger on 013398 85751
Start Time: 10.30pm
Duration: 5 (10.30am hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 347

Geology Walk

Fire and Ice and All Things Nice Enjoy a low level walk around the west end of Glencoe and explore the geology of this fascinating area. Find out how volcanoes and glaciers shaped the Glen to what we see today. Walking boots and waterproofs required. £5 Booking Essential

Date: September 19, 2008

Venue: Glencoe

Start Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 2.5 hrs
Cost: £5
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.glencoe-nts.org.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 353

Bone Caves, Inchnadamph

Fascinating walk (led by Assynt Ranger, and Ivan Young GSG) to the caves where bones of reindeer, humans and even bears were discovered.

Date: September 18, 2008

Venue: Bone Caves, Inchnadamph

Meet Bone Caves car park, 10 am, sturdy boots and outdoor clothing, no dogs.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 343

Scotland's Longest Cave & its Bear Bones

The story of the formation, discovery and exploration of Scotland's longest known cave system, presented by Ivan Young of GSG and part-author of 'Caves of Assynt'.

Date: September 17, 2008

Venue: Lochinver Village Hall

Start Time: 7.30pm
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 342

Achnahiard to Garvie Bay

Stunning coastal walk (led by Assynt & Wester Ross Rangers) over magnificent wild landscape to see the site of a meteorite and ancient microbes, 1.2 billion years of landscape history. Sturdy boots, outdoor wear and packed lunch, no dogs. Meet Achnahaird-Achiltibuie junction, 11 am

Date: September 16, 2008

Venue: Achnahaird

Sturdy boots, outdoor wear and packed lunch, no dogs. Meet Achnahaird-Achiltibuie junction, 11 am.
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 5 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 341

Geology Landrover Safari

Join us for a tour of Glencoe's fantastic geology in our Landrover. We'll go slightly off the beaten track and give you around three hours of fascinating geology and the chance to see Glencoe from a different angle. A short walk from the landrover to a couple of sites may be involved so walking boots and waterproofs are advisable. £15 Booking Essential.

Date: September 16, 2008

Venue: Glencoe

Start Time: 10.15am
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: £15
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.glencoe-nts.org.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 351

Rock 'n Stroll

Join storyteller Bob Pegg in a gentle walk round the lower reaches of Knocakn Crag refelcting on the legends and wildlife of the West Coast.

Date: September 14, 2008

Venue: Knocakn Crag NNR

Family event, sturdy boots and outdoor clothing, meet Knockan Crag car park.
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 339

Durness - Beaches, Dunes and Tropical Lagoons

Guided walk (led by NW Sutherland Ranger and geologist Iain Greig) over coastal terrain through Durness Limestone sequence.

Date: September 14, 2008

Venue: Durness

Meet Balnakeil beach car park, sturdy boots, no dogs.
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 340

Walk In The Glen

Description of Event. (max 75 words) Waulkmill Glen is a remarkable geological feature and home to a wealth of flora and fauna so join the Countryside Rangers as we amble up the gorge to see what we can see along the way. A minibus will be waiting to return us to the start point. Numbers are limited.

Date: September 14, 2008

Venue: Waulkmill Glen

For further details and to book your place please call the Countryside Rangers on 0141 276 0924
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: no cost
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: no
Event ID 345

Strathfillan Gold

Join Countryside Rangers on a journey through time and discover the mining heritage of Tyndrum. Explore evidence of an ice-age past in the area around one of Scotland’s few remaining gold mines. This event is a mixture of a guided walk (approximately 5 km (3 miles)) a minibus ride and hands-on activities – panning for gold is even a possibility. Most of the walking is on established paths, although there are two short, rather steep sections over undulating and uneven ground.

Date: September 13, 2008

Venue: Tyndrum

Booking is essential. Bring appropriate weatherproof clothing and appropriate footwear – outdoor clothing guidance available on booking. Please bring a packed lunch.
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 5 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.lochlomond-trossachs.org

Drop in event: no
Event ID 298

Stone Age Stories

Join storyteller Bob Pegg as he tells the kinds of stories and songs enjoyed by the earliest people, music from the simplest materials.

Date: September 13, 2008

Venue: Knockan Crag NNR

Family event, sturdy boots, outdoor clothes.
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 338

Glasgow's Rocky Foundations

Description of Event. (max 75 words) Come and discover the rocks that lie beneath YOUR house and the variety of useful materials that lie beneath Glasgow's streets. Glasgow's rise as an industrial city was based on its abundant natural resources and members of the Geological Society of Glasgow will be on hand with specimens and maps to explain,

Date: September 13, 2008

Venue: Glasgow Science Centre

On floor 2 at west end.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 6 hours hrs
Cost: entrance charge to GSC
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 344

Stac Fada Meteorite Strike

Coastal walk (led by Assynt Ranger and Scott Thackrey) to examine the ejecta blanket created by the force of the largest meteorite strike in the UK as it outcrops just north of Stoer beach.

Date: September 12, 2008

Venue: Stoer Beach

Sturdy boots, no dogs, meet Stoer Cemetery car park.
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 337

Scourie - Dykes & Garnets

Coastal walk (led by NW Sutherland Ranger) with geological interest, fine views, plants and birds. Meet Scourie Beach bird hide 10 am, sturdy boots, no dogs

Date: September 11, 2008

Venue: Scourie

Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 2.5 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 335

Stac Fada Meteorite Strike

Fascinating illustrated talk by Scott Thackrey (Aberdeen Uni PhD Student) about the largest known meteorite strike in the UK, reported to have happened in the NWHighlands Geopark 1.2 billion years ago

Date: September 11, 2008

Venue: Lochinver Village Hall

Start Time: 7.30pm
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 336

Carsaig Geology Walk

Explore the geology of Mull with a trip to Carsaig, one of the island’s best geological locations. Take a step back in time and find out about a landscape shaped by fire and ice. Bring packed lunch. BOOKING ESSENTIAL call 01680 300640

Date: September 10, 2008

Venue: Carsaig, Isle of Mull

Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 5 hrs
Cost: Donations Welcome
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 346

Animal, Vegetable or Mineral?

Lunchtime talk at the Hunterian Museum. Dr John Faithfull explains how an amazing Canadian fossil turned out not to be a fossil at all!

Date: September 09, 2008

Venue: Hunterian Museum

Start Time: 12.45pm
Duration: 0.25 hrs
Cost: FREE!!!
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: http://www.hunterian.gla.ac.uk:443/museum/whatsOn.php?pg=talk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 348

Return of the Rock Doctors

Bring your favourite rock or fossil to the Hunterian Museum and see if they can identify it for you.

Date: September 08, 2008 Until September 12, 2008

Venue: Hunterian Museum

Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 5 hrs
Cost: FREE!!!
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 350

Dunbar - Barns Ness, East Lothian

Join geologist Angus Miller to visit the best fossil site in the Lothians. this short section of coast gives a fascinating insight into the changing environmental conditions that produced a variety of sedimentary rocks, including thick layers of fossil-rich limestone.

Date: September 06, 2008

Venue: Barns Ness

Scourie - Caves, Cliffs & Otter Signs

A coastal walk (led by NW Sutherland Ranger) with geological interest, fine veiws, plants & birds. Meet Scourie Free Church car park, 10 am, sturdy boots, no dogs

Date: September 04, 2008

Venue: Scourie

Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 2.5 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 334

Cove - Pease Bay, Borders

Join geologist Angus Miller for a walk along a short, but rocky and wild stretch of coast takes us back through time. Starting at Cove Harbour we find sandstones and other rocks of Carboniferous age, and then work south round the corner to the Old Red Sandstone of Pease Bay.

Date: August 23, 2008

Venue: Cove

Ochil Hills

The main objective of the excursion is to examine the uppermost 800 m of the Lower Devonian volcanic pile forming the western end of the Ochil Hills.

Date: August 23, 2008

Venue: Ochil Hills

Bonaly, Edinburgh

The excursion aims to examine the Lower Devonian volcanics of the Pentland Hills Volcanic Formation. Rare outcrops of Early Carboniferous sedimentary rocks may also be seen. The geological foundations for the local reservoirs will be discussed.

Date: August 06, 2008

Venue: Bonaly

Bring good footwear, warm and waterproof clothing.
Start Time: 7.00pm
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.edinburghgeolsoc.org

Drop in event: no
Event ID 332

Joppa Shore, Edinburgh

A range of Carboniferous sedimentary rocks are well exposed along the shore, including marine sandstones, mudstones, limestones and coal, containing abundant fossil brachiopods and bivalves and occasional fish.

Date: July 16, 2008

Venue: Joppa Shore

Petershill, Bathgate

This excursion to Petershill Wildlife Reserve will examine Carboniferous limestones which are rich in fossils and lime-loving plants. The efforts of the RIGS Group and the Scottish Wildlife Trust to conserve the site will be explored.

Date: June 25, 2008

Venue: Petershill

Siccar Point, Borders

Join geologist Angus Miller to visit the hidden gem of Scottish geology, where ancient rocks are laid bare and you can stare into "the abyss of time". James Hutton found proof here to support his theory of an ancient earth - evidence still clearly visible over 200 years later. We'll start at Siccar Point and walk south along the coast to find further exposures of the two rock types that Hutton found.

Date: June 21, 2008

Venue: Siccar Point

South Queensferry

A multi-locality tour of the Carboniferous freshwater and marine deposits of the South Queensferry shore. This 2 km stretch of coastline has a rich variety of exposures. Notable features include: fossilised Stigmaria, a sill altered to dolerite (white trap), James Young's oil shale, an exceptionally well preserved stromatolite bed, a small scale multi-fault system and a pair of sills with large titanaugite crystals and intrusive contacts.

Date: June 18, 2008

Venue: South Queensferry

Barrow's Zones, Glen Esk

The aim of the excursion is to survey the sequence of metamorphic zones in Dalradian rocks famously described by George Barrow in 1893. The excursion will commence near the junction of the Highland Border Sequence with the Dalradian, and proceed up-grade through chlorite, biotite, garnet, stauro-lite, kyanite and sillimanite zones.

Date: June 07, 2008

Venue: Glen Esk

Holyrood Park, Edinburgh

An introduction to the central vent of Edinburgh's volcano, discovering the vent rocks and basalt lava flows. From Dunsapie Loch, we will follow a circular route across Crow Hill to the summit of Arthur's Seat, then down to Whinny Hill. Walking distance is about 2.5 km on grass and gravel paths.

Date: June 04, 2008

Venue: Holyrood Park

Holyrood Park, Edinburgh

Date: June 04, 2008

Venue: Holyrood Park

Holyrood Park, Edinburgh

Date: June 04, 2008

Venue: Holyrood Park

Bathgate Hills, West Lothian

Join geologist Angus Miller for a traverse of the Bathgate Hills from Bathgate and Linlithgow, passing a host interesting features, including fossil coral reefs, silver mines, the Cairnpapple archaeological site and a unique geological viewpoint.

Date: June 01, 2008

Venue: Bathgate Hills

St Baldred's Cradle, East Lothian

Join geologist Angus Miller for a traverse of this beautiful stretch of East Lothian coast that takes us through the remains of several volcanoes, telling a story of moving magma and exploding vents.

Date: May 24, 2008

Venue: St Baldred's Cradle

Arran Dinosaurs Lecture

An illustrated talk on dinosaurs from Scotland and strange footprints on Arran. Did dinosaur walk on Arran? Come and find out for yourself.

Date: May 20, 2008

Venue: Lochranza Village Hall

http://www.arranwildlife.co.uk/11.html
Start Time: 7.00pm
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: http://www.arranwildlife.co.uk/

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 308

Kildonan Shore Geology Walk, Arran

Join SNH to discover rocks that show Scotland was once a desertclose to the Equator and was nearly torn apart 60 million years ago,when the North Atlantic Ocean formed.

Date: May 17, 2008

Venue: Meet: Kildonan Village Hall

Part of the Arran Wildlife festival. To book call Brodick Tourist Information Centre on 01770 303 776.
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 2 hrs hrs
Cost: £1.50 booking fee per person
Wheelchair access: no
URL: http://www.arranwildlife.co.uk/

Drop in event: no
Event ID 301

Geology of Arran: Talk and

Discover Arran’s geology and landscape with SNH, followed by a hands-on look at rocks, fossils and maps – you can even bring one for identification. No prior knowledge required.

Date: May 17, 2008

Venue: Blackwaterfoot Lodge, Isle of Arran

Part of the Arran Wildlife Festival. Free glass of wine with dinner if booked with Blackwaterfoot Lodge in advance on 01770 860202, mentioning talk.
Start Time: 5.30pm
Duration: 1.5 hrs hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: http://www.arranwildlife.co.uk/

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 302

Roslin Glen Geodiversity

The aim of the excursion is to see Upper Carboniferous sedimentary strata (Passage and Upper Limestone formations) dominated by cross bedded river-lain sandstones, and to gain an understanding of the active processes that continue to shape the incised valley and gorge of the River North Esk including active areas of landslip.

Date: May 17, 2008

Venue: Roslin Glen

Bring good footwear, warm and waterproof clothing and lunch.
Start Time: 9.30am
Duration: 6 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.edinburghgeolsoc.org

Drop in event: no
Event ID 320

North Newton Geology Walk, Arran

Walk with SNH in the footsteps of the famous Scottish geologistJames Hutton for a visit to the site that led to the laying of the founding principles of geological science.

Date: May 15, 2008

Venue: Meet: South Newton road end. (Parking very limited )

Part of the Arran Wildlife Festival. To book call Brodick Tourist Information Centre on 01770 303 776
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 2.5 hrs hrs
Cost: £1.50 booking fee per person
Wheelchair access: no
URL: http://www.arranwildlife.co.uk/

Drop in event: no
Event ID 300

Corrie Shore Geology Walk, Arran

With SNH, explore the layers of rock along the coast at Corrie that record the amazing evidence of Scotland’s journey across the Equator around 330 million years ago. Some roadside walking.

Date: May 14, 2008

Venue: Meet: Outside the Corrie Hotel

Part of the Arran Wildlife Festival. To book call Brodick Tourist Information Centre on 01770 303 776.
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 3 hrs hrs
Cost: £1.50 booking fee per person
Wheelchair access: no
URL: http://www.arranwildlife.co.uk/

Drop in event: no
Event ID 299

Intro to the Geology of Mull & Iona

A gentle introduction to the geology of these islands for visitors during "Wildlife Week". The talk consists of an illustrated slide show. Not too technical - suitable for all levels.

Date: May 14, 2008

Venue: Isle of Mull Hotel

Other Information. (max 25 words)
Start Time: 8.00pm
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: £4 suggested donation
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.mullgeology.com

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 304

Blackford Hill, Edinburgh

This excursion will observe the different rock types that are found in the area, and the effects of glaciation. The route will take in the summit of Blackford Hill and Agassiz’s rock, returning via Blackford Pond. Walking distance will be about 4 km on grass and on gravel paths.

Date: May 14, 2008

Venue: Blackford Hill

Intro to the Geology of Mull & Iona

A gentle introduction to the geology of these islands for visitors during "Wildlife Week". The talk consists of an illustrated slide show. Not too technical - suitable for all levels.

Date: May 07, 2008

Venue: Isle of Mull Hotel

Note: Talk will be repeated on the 14th May, so if you miss it the first time you will get another chance!
Start Time: 8.00pm
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: £4 suggested donation
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.mullgeology.com

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 305

Dinosaurs in Scotland

Discover Scotland's Jurassic past. Did you know that there were dinosaurs living in Scotland 170 million years ago? New discoveries and more....

Date: April 26, 2008

Venue: Scottish Seabird Centre, North Berwick

See website for details or contact the SBC.
Start Time: 12.00pm
Duration: 0.5 hrs
Cost: Admission applies £7.95 (5.95; children £4.50; under 4s free
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: http://www.seabird.org/events.asp

Drop in event: no
Event ID 306

Dinosaurs in Scotland

Discover Scotland's Jurassic past. Did you know that there were dinosaurs living in Scotland 170 million years ago? New discoveries and more....

Date: April 26, 2008

Venue: Scottish Seabird Centre, North Berwick

See website for details or contact the SBC.
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 0.5 hrs
Cost: Admission applies £7.95 (5.95; children £4.50; under 4s free
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: http://www.seabird.org/events.asp

Drop in event: no
Event ID 307

North Newton Geology Walk, Arran

Walk with SNH in the footsteps of the famous Scottish geologist James Hutton for a visit to the site that led to the laying of the founding principles of geological science.

Date: March 12, 2008

Venue: Meet: South Newton road end. (Parking very limited )

Part of the Arran Wildlife Festival. To book call Brodick Tourist Information Centre on 01770 303 776.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 1.5 hrs hrs
Cost: £1.50 booking fee per person
Wheelchair access: no
URL: http://www.arranwildlife.co.uk/

Drop in event: no
Event ID 303

Geowalk at the Water of Leith

Edinburgh's river has a varied character, reflecting the underlying rock and dramatic episodes of erosion associated with the melting of glacial ice. This short walk explores the river between Stockbridge and the Dean Bridge.

Date: November 25, 2007

Venue: Water of Leith, Edinburgh

Please wear appropriate walking shoes and weather proof clothing.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: £7 (age 11-18 £5)
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.geowalks.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 242

Geowalk at Gullane

The shape of the coastline here is controlled by the combination of sedimentary rocks and dolerite, which has formed from the intrusion of magma into the older sedimentary rocks. This walk along the coast to the west of Gullane will include dolerite headlands and sandy bays where the softer rocks have eroded away.

Date: November 10, 2007

Venue: Gullane, East Lothian

Geowalk at Dunglass

A hidden and quiet section of coast, where a range of sedimentary rocks are exposed in colourful cliffs, including some fantastic sandstone arches.

Date: October 28, 2007

Venue: Dunglass, East Lothian

Hot Rocks

Ever wanted to journey to the centre of a real volcano? This is your chance; touch lava flows hundreds of millions of years old and marvel at our magma. We can even throw in a trip to the beach - all within Holyrood Park. Suitable for 8+ years. Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult.

Date: October 28, 2007

Venue: Holyrood Park

Meet at the Holyrood Park Information Centre (the lodge near the Scottish Parliament). Sturdy footwear and booking essential (phone 0131 652 8150).
Start Time: 1.00pm
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
URL: http://www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/index/rangerservice/rsevents.htm

Drop in event: no
Event ID 255

Geology Classes

The Geology of Mull and Iona - weekly night classes and Saturday field trips

Date: October 17, 2007 Until December 19, 2007

Venue: Isle of Mull

Start Time: 8.00pm
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: tba
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.mullgeology.com

Drop in event: no
Event ID 297

Geology of Mull & Iona Lecture

A Geological Journey through Mull & Iona - an illustrated slide show and talk

Date: October 10, 2007

Venue: An Tobar, Tobermory

Start Time: 8.00pm
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: £2
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 296

Geowalk at North Berwick Beach

A volcanic delight! The rocks on North Berwick's shore are almost all the result of volcanic activity, and erosion has stripped away the layers to allow us to walk through the volcanoes and study their complexities.

Date: October 01, 2007

Venue: North Berwick, East Lothian

Please wear appropriate walking shoes and weather proof clothing.
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: £7 (age 11-18 £5)
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.geowalks.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 239

Geology of Mull and Iona Classes

Night class - find out about the geology of Mull and Iona, the classroom based "virtual field trip" with real field trips as well!

Date: October 01, 2007 Until January 31, 2008

Venue: Tobermory High School

Details still tbc - check web site for more info. Course may be run twice
Start Time: 7.30pm
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: tba
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.mullgeology.com/education.html

Drop in event: no
Event ID 295

Geowalk at Oldhamstocks Burn

The eastern end of the Lammermuir Hills is made of a thick layer of conglomerate, laid down by vast rivers in Devonian times. Recent erosion by ice and water has left fantastic gorges and valleys and plenty of exposed rock.

Date: September 29, 2007

Venue: Oldhamstocks Burn, East Lothian

Please wear appropriate walking shoes and weather proof clothing.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 5 hrs
Cost: £10 (conc £7, age 11-18 £5)
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.geowalks.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 251

British Geological Survey Open Day

For one day a year, the BGS opens it doors to the public. Come and explore the work of the survey and get hands-on with fun-filled activities. See displays and demonstrations and chat to the staff. Programme of illustrated talks throughout the day.

Date: September 29, 2007

Venue: BGS, Murchison House, West Mains Road,Edinburgh EH9 3LA

Complimentary refreshments. Food available
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 7 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.bgs.ac.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 277

Dry Stone Walling

A demonstration of dry stone walling by members of the Dry Stone Walling Association. Members will, in the course of the day, build a permanent feature at or near the entrance of he British Geological Survey, HQ, Murchison House, Edinburgh.

Date: September 29, 2007

Venue: British Geological Survey, Murchison House, Edinburgh

Event to be held during the course of the BGS open day. Leaflets, books and further information on dry stone walling from members of the association
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 7 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.bgs.ac.uk or www.dswa.org.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 278

All Aboard the Skylark!

Join the Highland Council Ranger for a walk along a path on the trackbed of a former marble quarry railway where the tiny steam engine 'Skylark' operated. We investigate the old marble quarries at the end of the line before returning to Broadford by our outward route.

Date: September 25, 2007

Venue: Meet at the parking area 1km south of Broadford (on the B808

Bring walking boots and waterproofs
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: Donations accepted
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.highland.gov.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 228

Geology and Surrealism

Dr John Faithfull, Curator of Mineralogy and Petrology at the Hunterian Museum talks about geology and surrealism and the strange story of Hugh Miller’s hammer...

Date: September 25, 2007

Venue: Hunterian Museum

Part of the Tuesday Lunchtime talk series at the Hunterian Museum.
Start Time: 12.45pm
Duration: 0.1 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: http://www.hunterian.gla.ac.uk:443/museum/whatsOn.php?pg=talk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 274

Scotland's Journey & Science Through The Window

Lochaber Geopark are hosting two continuing professional development workshops for teachers, linked to 5-14 Environmental Studies. Hands-on group based activities based on the science of the Earth, integrating Materials from Earth and People and Place. Free, relevant resources - rock-kit, map, CD. Activities within the workshop could also be used to explore the topics of sustainability and biodiversity as proposed in ‘A Curriculum for Excellence’ and encourage the development of ‘responsible citizens’ who understand the science that shapes the environment.

Date: September 25, 2007

Venue: An Clachan, Lochaber Rural Complex

Places need to be booked - closing date 20th September. Open to all teachers, probationers and student teachers within Scotland. Contact can provide more detailed information on workshop content and curriculum links.
Start Time: 1.00pm
Duration: 4.5 hrs
Cost: Free to teachers
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: no
Event ID 293

Edinburgh City Centre Rocks

Walk across ancient lava flows and discover the rocks that shape Edinburgh and tell stories of the city's past. Capture the flavour of Scotland's unique geological diversity in collections of rock in the city centre.

Date: September 24, 2007

Venue: City Centre, Edinburgh

Geowalk at St Andrews

A great introduction to some of Fife's finest geology, the section of coast south of St Andrews includes some beautiful coloured sandstone and the famous "rock and spindle" volcanic vent. A circular walk from the town centre.

Date: September 23, 2007

Venue: St Andrews, Fife

Fire and Ice and All Things Nice

Guided walk looking at the formation of Glencoe through volcanic activity and glaciation

Date: September 23, 2007

Venue: Glencoe Visitor Centre

Booking Essential
Start Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 3 hours hrs
Cost: £5
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.glencoe-nts.org.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 271

The Moray Society Annual Conference 2007

The conference will feature lectures by leading specialists in the geology of the Devonian, through the tetrapods to the reptiles of the Permo-Triassic with the emphasis on new knowledge and NE Scotland. It is intended the presentations will be accessible and stimulating for specialist and general natural history enthusiast alike. The second day will be based around related displays in Elgin Museum and an outdoor field trip.

Date: September 22, 2007 Until September 23, 2007

Venue: Elgin Town Hall and Elgin Museum

For further information, contact Janet Trythall (Coordinator) at home via email or telephone, or via Elgin Museum (01343 543675)
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: TBC hrs
Cost: TBC
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.elginmuseum.org.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 223

Sea to Sand, Moray Society Annual Conference 2007

Geology conference focusing on new knowledge and NE Scotland. Lectures from leading geologists on Saturday and special exhibitions in Elgin Museum and field trips on Sunday. Aimed at both the specialist geologist and the general natural history enthusiast.

Date: September 22, 2007 Until September 23, 2007

Venue: Elgin Town Hall and Elgin Museum, Moray

For booking leaflet or further information contact Coordinator or Elgin Museum 01343 543675, curator@elginmuseum.org.uk
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: all day hrs
Cost: £25, £20 members of Moray Society, £15 students and ES40
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.elginmuseum.org.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 257

Hidden Geology

A guided walk to Coire Gabhail, the hanging valley reputed to be used by the MacDonalds to hide their stolen cattle at the time of the Glencoe Massacre

Date: September 22, 2007

Venue: Glencoe Visitor Centre

Booking Essential
Start Time: 10.30pm
Duration: 4.5 hours hrs
Cost: £10
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.glencoe-nts.org.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 270

Into the Black

Join the Highland Council Ranger for a walk into Loch na Creitheach with the dramatic SW ridge of Bla Bheinn towering above, then on down to the fertile plain of Camasunary with magnificent views of the Black Cuillin.

Date: September 19, 2007

Venue: Meet at the Camasunary track car park, Kilmarie, Isle of Sky

Bring a packed lunch, walking boots and waterproofs.
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 5 hrs
Cost: Donations accepted
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.highland.gov.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 227

'Science Through The Window'

Continuing professional development workshop for teachers, linked to 5-14 Environmental Studies. Hands-on group based activities based on the science of the Earth, integrating Materials from Earth and People and Place. Free workshop CD-Rom. Activities within the workshop could also be used to explore the topics of sustainability and biodiversity as proposed in ‘A Curriculum for Excellence’ and encourage the development of ‘responsible citizens’ who understand the science that shapes the environment. *Content different to Scotland’s Journey*

Date: September 19, 2007

Venue: Kings Buildings, University of Edinburgh, EH9 3JW

Places need to be booked - closing date 12th September. Open to all teachers, probationers and student teachers within Scotland. Contact can provide more detailed information on workshop content and curriculum links.
Start Time: 4.00pm
Duration: 2 Hours hrs
Cost: £5.00
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: no
Event ID 261

Faking It: Surprises from the Bishop Collection

Dr Sally-Anne Coupar, Curator of Archaeology at the Hunterian Museum talks about the Bishop Collection and some surprising aspects of its contents.

Date: September 18, 2007

Venue: Hunterian Museum

Glasgow's Fossil Forest

Fossil Grove is the site of an ancient Carboniferous forest. Now that it has re-opened for the summer you can inspect these amazing stone tree stumps for yourself (Thursdays - Mondays 9.45 - 4.45). And on Sunday 16 September geologists from Glasgow University and Glasgow Museums will be there to explain the formation of the trees 325 million years ago and how they were preserved. So come along and hear the exciting story.

Date: September 16, 2007

Venue: Fossil Grove, Victoria Park

One of the World's first examples of Geological Site Conservation.
Start Time: 1.00pm
Duration: 2 hours hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.geologyglasgow.org.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 272

Dob's Linn fossil hunt

A coach excursion to Dob's Linn, Moffat, to investigate the rocks and fossils which led Charles Lapworth to interpret the complex geology of the Southern Uplands.

Date: September 15, 2007

Venue: St Andrews to Dumfriesshire

Meet at Petheram Bridge car park, St. Andrews. Advanced booking essential. Warm and weather-proof clothing, and stout walking boots essential. Rough walking involved. Bring packed lunch.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 9 hrs
Cost: £12.00
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 254

GLASGOW’S ROCKY FOUNDATIONS

What lies beneath your own home? The rocks and minerals beneath Glasgow fuelled the industrial revolution that made Glasgow great. What are these rocks and what else lies unseen beneath the tarmac, the houses and the grassy parks? Members of the Geological Society of Glasgow will help visitors to the Glasgow Science Centre to uncover the rocky foundations of the city and its surroundings.

Date: September 15, 2007

Venue: Glasgow Science Centre, 50 Pacific Quay, Glasgow G51 1EA

Glasgow Science Centre: http://www.glasgowsciencecentre.org/home.aspx
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 6 hrs
Cost: http://www.glasgowsciencecentre.org/openinghoursadmissionprices.aspx
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.geologyglasgow.org.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 265

Travel Back In Time About Tarland

Explore how natural forces and human activities have shaped the landscape of the Howe of Cromar on this 10 mile circular walk. The route includes visits to Tomnaverie Stone Circle and Culsh Soutterrain (Earth House) en route to the summit of Pittenderich, before returning to Tarland. This event is also part of Scottish Archaeology Month.

Date: September 15, 2007

Venue: Tarland Square, Tarland

Bring walking boots, waterproofs and a packed lunch.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 6 hours hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 266

On the Miners Trail

Walk the route of the old iron mine railway on Raasay, past the remains of the kilns and hopper to No 1 Mine. We return along the 'Burma Road' to Inverarish, once housing Prisoners of War who were drafted in to work the mines between 1914 and 1918.

Date: September 14, 2007

Venue: Meet at Suisnish Pier, Raasay

Booking essential - call 01471 822774. Bring a packed lunch, walking boots and waterproofs.
Start Time: 10.45pm
Duration: hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.highland.gov.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 226

Lapworth Lecture

A public lecture about the life and work of Charles Lapworth, palaeontologist extraordinaire, will be delivered by Emeritus Professor Euan Clarkson. While working as a teacher of English (1875-1881) at Madras College, St. Andrews, the local secondary school, Lapworth carried out his seminal work on the interpretation of the complex rocks of the Southern Uplands based on a detailed study of fossil graptolites.

Date: September 14, 2007

Venue: St. Andrews University

Lect. Theatre A, Physics Building, North Haugh
Start Time: 8.00pm
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 253

7th European Geopark Conference

7th European Geopark Network Open Conference in Scotland. Landscape & People: Earth Heritage, Culture & Economy. Key Conference Themes: 1. Discoveries in Earth Sciences: Current & Historical Research 2. Cultural Landscapes: Linking Culture, Geology & Environment 3. Making an Impact: Geoparks & Economy 4. Sustainable Tourism: Challenges & Experiences 5. Environmental Priorities: Models for Working Landscapes 6. Interpreting our Environment: Global Best Practice 7. Traditional Agriculture in the Geoparks: Tactics for Survival

Date: September 13, 2007 Until September 17, 2007

Venue: The 7th European Geopark Conference will be held in the Macp

Post conference fieldtrips can be seen at http://www.northwest-highlands-geopark.org.uk/conference/programme.html
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: hrs
Cost: £300 (€445), £125 per day and £200 for 2 days
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: http://www.northwest-highlands-geopark.org.uk/conference/introduction.html

Drop in event: no
Event ID 263

Scotland's Journey

Continuing professional development workshop for teachers, linked to 5-14 Environmental Studies. Hands-on group based activities based on the science of the Earth, integrating Materials from Earth and People and Place. Free, relevant resources - rock-kit, map, CD. Activities within the workshop could also be used to explore the topics of sustainability and biodiversity as proposed in ‘A Curriculum for Excellence’ and encourage the development of ‘responsible citizens’ who understand the science that shapes the environment.

Date: September 12, 2007

Venue: Kings Buildings, University of Edinburgh, EH9 3JW

Places need to be booked - closing date 5th September. Open to all teachers, probationers and student teachers within Scotland. Contact can provide more detailed information on workshop content and curriculum links.
Start Time: 4.00pm
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: £5.00
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: no
Event ID 259

After the Ice Age

The ice-moulded landscapes of the Cuillin are some of the best of their kind in Britain. Come and explore the geology and wildlife of this dramatic area. Our route takes us from Glen Brittle via Eas Mor, an impressive waterfall, past Loch Fhir-bhallaich and up into Coire Lagan itself.

Date: September 11, 2007

Venue: Meet at the car park at Glen Brittle campsite, Isle of Skye

Back Garden Fossils

Dr Neil Clark, Curator of Palaeontology at the Hunterian Museum talks about fossils found in the back Garden.

Date: September 11, 2007

Venue: Hunterian Museum

Return of the Rock Doctors

Did you pick up an interesting rock over the holidays? Do you have a strange rock in your garden and want to know what it is? Why not test the Rock Doctors at the Hunterian Museum? You never know what you might have found!

Date: September 10, 2007 Until September 14, 2007

Venue: Hunterian Museum

If you can't take it to the Museum, why not send a picture with an email to nclark@museum.gla.ac.uk
Start Time: 9.30am
Duration: 6 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 294

Fire and Ice and All Things Nice

Guided walk looking at the formation of Glencoe through volcanic activity and glaciation

Date: September 09, 2007

Venue: glencoe Visitor Centre

Booking Essential
Start Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 3 hours hrs
Cost: £5
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.glencoe-nts.org.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 269

Panning for Silver

Expect to see a glint of Scottish silver! Panning is an unusual method of extracting silver, but quite successful. Try your hand at panning and find your own piece of Jacobite history. The silver, first found here in 1714, is said to be the purest in the United Kingdom. It earned the Erskine Family nearly £430,000 worth of silver per week at its height.

Date: September 08, 2007 Until September 09, 2007

Venue: Woodhill car park, Alva

Please wear suitable outdoor clothing and boots (wellies preferred). Limited to 14 participants. Bring your own gold pan if you want, but pans will be provided.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost:
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 264

Glencoe Rocks

Fun stuff for kids

Date: September 08, 2007

Venue: Glencoe Visitor Centre

Booking essential
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 1 hour hrs
Cost: £3
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: no
Event ID 267

Go with the flow (banded rhyolite)

Guided walk to the Queen's Cairn in Glencoe for fantastic views and fabulous geology

Date: September 08, 2007

Venue: Glencoe Visitor Centre

Booking Essential
Start Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 3 hours hrs
Cost: £5
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.glencoe-nts.org.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 268

Digging for Dynamite

We follow the line of the diatomite railway from Lealt to Loch Cuithir. A rich growth of diatoms in this loch caused the formation of diatomite. Between 1887 and 1959 these deposits were mined. Come along to find out more.

Date: September 05, 2007

Venue: Lealt car park, Trotternish, Isle of Skye

Bring a packed lunch, walking boots and waterproofs.
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 4.5 hrs
Cost: Donations accepted
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.highland.gov.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 224

Half Life - Journey into the Neolithic

HALF LIFE is a major new landscape work and the first co-production between renowned innovators NVA and the National Theatre of Scotland. Staged around Kilmartin Glen, Argyll, one of the world’s richest prehistoric regions, HALF LIFE offers day and night experiences which reveal the dark but inspiring mindset of Scotland’s early Neolithic inhabitants. By day, you are invited to explore atmospheric installations based around key archaeological sites. In the evening, a powerful outdoor production will be staged in a forest, delving into early beliefs that still resonate through the rock carvings and monuments that define this ancient landscape. Tickets for this unique event are on sale now.

Date: September 04, 2007 Until September 16, 2007

Venue: Argyll (various)

Please visit www.halflife.org.uk for more information and to book online or alternatively call 0131 473 2056 to book by phone.
Start Time: 8.30pm
Duration: various hrs
Cost: £20 / £12 concs
Wheelchair access: no
URL: http://www.halflife.org.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 262

Whisky and Resistance

Michael Given from the University of Glasgow Department of Archaeology talks about whisky and resistance and the archaeology of illicit whisky distilling.

Date: September 04, 2007

Venue: Hunterian Museum

Gold panning

Learn to pan for gold at Tyndrum, Perthshire We organize half day, and full day trips panning for genuine gold in the hills in Perthshire and further a-field. With expert tuition and instruction, we will teach you the methods and techniques you need to know to find your own gold. Operating tours and excursions from April until September at very reasonable rates great for families and anyone wanting real relaxation. All equipment is provided except footwear. So why not join us on the streams and rivers of Perthshire and Scotland for a profitable day out! Take some of Scotland home with you - hopefully a big bit!

Date: September 01, 2007 Until October 01, 2007

Venue: Tyndrum

own wellies are essential, lunches can be provided
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: £20pp
Wheelchair access: no
URL: http://www.goldpanningscotland.com/

Drop in event: no
Event ID 260

Geowalk at St Baldred's Cradle

A traverse of this beautiful stretch of East Lothian coast takes us through the remains of several volcanoes, telling a story of moving magma and exploding vents.

Date: August 31, 2007

Venue: St Baldred's Cradle, East Lothian

Geowalk at Campsie Glen

The Campsie Hills are part of extensive lava flows formed in the west of Scotland during early Carboniferous times. As we walk up Campsie Glen and into the hills we begin on sedimentary rocks formed before the lava, and climb through various lava flows.

Date: August 26, 2007

Venue: Campsie Glen, Glasgow

Geowalk at North Pentland Hills

The Pentlands are made from various igneous rocks that formed during volcanic eruptions in Devonian times. These resistant rocks have withstood erosion to create a varied range of hills. We will traverse the northern Pentland Hills from Torphin to Hillend.

Date: August 12, 2007

Venue: Pentland Hills, Edinburgh

Geowalk at St Abb's Head

This stunning cliff-top walk takes us across andesite lava flows, and some of the Iapetus Ocean sediments that are common across the Southern Uplands.

Date: June 24, 2007

Venue: St Abb's Head, Borders

Geowalk at Siccar Point

The hidden gem of Scottish geology, where ancient rocks are laid bare and you can stare into "the abyss of time". James Hutton found proof here to support his theory of an ancient earth - evidence still clearly visible over 200 years later.

Date: June 09, 2007

Venue: Siccar Point, Borders

Geowalk at Cramond Island

Explore Cramond Island at low tide, and find out about the varied geology of the other Firth of Forth islands, all formed from durable igneous rock.

Date: June 08, 2007

Venue: Cramond Island, Edinburgh

Geowalk at Belhaven

The craggy headland of Belhaven and Dunbar exists because of resistant volcanic rock. During the Carboniferous Period, there were several volcanoes here - now erosion has exposed their roots, giving us a view of the underground complexities that accompany surface eruptions.

Date: May 25, 2007

Venue: Belhaven, East Lothian

Geology & Landscape of Mull & Iona

Find out how the landscape of these islands has been shaped by millions of years of geological processes and find out how the process is still continuing today!

Date: May 08, 2007

Venue: Isle of Mull Hotel Craignure

Illustrated talk
Start Time: 8.00pm
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: £3
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 256

Geowalk at Yellow Craig

The beautiful sandy beaches of this stretch of East Lothian's coast are surrounded by a variety of igneous rock, the result of varied volcanic activity in the Carboniferous Period.

Date: April 23, 2007

Venue: Yellow Craig, East Lothian

Geowalk at Elie

Stroll along a delightful part of the Fife coastal path, starting on the contorted sedimentary rocks of St Monans and finishing with some of Elie's volcanoes.

Date: April 22, 2007

Venue: Elie, Fife

Geowalk at Tatallon Castle

Explore the rough coastline around Tantallon Castle, the site of numerous volcanic vents during Carboniferous times, now eroded to form spectacular cliffs of red and green tuff.

Date: March 25, 2007

Venue: Tantallon Castle, East Lothian

Arthur's Seat, the Dark Side

Arthur's Seat, Scotland's most famous volcano, is well known and climbed by hundreds of people a week. But there are some parts the casual visitor never sees ... come and explore the dark side.

Date: March 11, 2007

Venue: Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh

A National Science and Engineering Week event. Please wear appropriate walking shoes and weather proof clothing.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: £7 (age 11-18 £5)
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.geowalks.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 232

James Hutton and the Philosopher's Stone

The founder of modern geology used a piece of rock at Salisbury Crags as evidence to support his theory of an ancient earth - discover Hutton's story and the Philosopher's Stone that gave the Earth (almost) eternal life. A family walk, suitable for all.

Date: March 11, 2007

Venue: Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh

A National Science and Engineering Week event. Please wear appropriate walking shoes and weather proof clothing.
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: £7 (age 11-18 £5)
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.geowalks.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 233

Geowalk at the Bathgate Hills

This quiet corner of West Lothian, between Bathgate and Linlithgow, hosts a range of interesting features, including fossil coral reefs, silver mines and a unique geological viewpoint.

Date: March 10, 2007

Venue: Bathgate Hills, West Lothian

Geowalk at Traprain Law

One of this area's most impressive pieces of rock, Traprain Law is a laccolith, a mushroom-shaped intrusion that deformed layers of sedimentary rock as it squeezed in close to the surface.

Date: February 25, 2007

Venue: Traprain Law, East Lothian

Mull Geology Classes 2007

Night classes (Wednesdays) and field trips (Saturdays) in the Isle of Mull. Part of the Argyll College night class program

Date: February 21, 2007 Until March 31, 2007

Venue: Tobermory, Mull

Please book in advance.
Start Time: 7.00pm
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: tba
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.mullgeology.com

Drop in event: no
Event ID 252

Geowalk at Roslin Glen

Explore the geology of Rosslyn Chapel and the nearby glen, a picturesque gorge with high sandstone cliffs. The sandstone forms a thick coal-free horizon within the Midlothian coal field.

Date: February 11, 2007

Venue: Roslin Glen, Midlothian

Geowalk at Aberlady

A quiet stretch of East Lothian's coast, where a range of sedimentary rock layers are exposed, telling the story of warm seas and huge rivers during the Carboniferous Period.

Date: February 03, 2007

Venue: Aberlady, East Lothian

Geology Night Classes, Isle of Mull

Being held in Tobermory, Isle of Mull. Through the Argyll College evening class programme, classes taught by James Westland. 7:00 9:00 on Wednesday evenings at the Tobermory Learning Centre. Field trips on Saturday mornings.

Date: October 25, 2006 Until December 16, 2006

Venue: Tobermory

Times and places to be announced.
Start Time: 7.00pm
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: check with Argyll College
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.mullgeology.com

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 222

Locked In Rock Family Activity Time

Join in the family geology fun. Search for microfossils, build a mountain, try prehistoric cave paint and see a volcano erupt.

Date: September 30, 2006

Venue: Perth Museum & Art Gallery

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
Start Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 196

Get to Grips with Mountain Sculpture

New research shows the Cairngorms are much older than previously believed. Come and see the results of all that work.

Date: September 30, 2006

Venue: Meet @ Cairngorm Ranger centre

Booking essential. Bring lunch. Max. 10 people.
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 5.5 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 216

The Geology of Mull and Iona

An evening talk with slides to introduce the geology of Mull and Iona. With James Westland. The programme will not be too technical but will provide the summer visitor and interested locals with an overview.

Date: September 27, 2006

Venue: Tobermory Parish Church Hall, Mull

Run in conjunction with Argyll College UHI, as an introduction for students enrolling on the winter night classes in geology which start in October
Start Time: 8.00pm
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: tba
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 179

Rock Around Banff & Whitehills

As part of the Scottish Geology Festival, join us as we discover the fascinating geology around Banff and Whitehills. Parts of this walk may involve scrambling over rocks, which will be slippery, and access over some areas may be difficult.

Date: September 23, 2006

Venue: Banff & Whitehills

Good sturdy walking boots are essential, as is warm waterproof clothing.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: To be conf hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 159

Geology At The Gyle

Take time out from your shopping to meet members of the Edinburgh Geological Society and find out about the fascinating world of geology and building stones. • Look at – and touch – a wealth of rocks, minerals and fossils • Use magnifiers for a closer look • Test your skills of observation with the rock-matching game • Colour in pictures of fossils • Take a tour of the Gyle building stones using our informative leaflet There’s something for all ages and it’s all FREE!

Date: September 23, 2006

Venue: Gyle Shopping Centre

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Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 9 hours hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.EdinburghGeolSoc.org

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 176

Mull Geological Tour

A circular tour of the Isle of Mull to look at the geology. With James Westland

Date: September 23, 2006

Venue: Salen, Isle of Mull

Will involve a little rough walking on the shore at Gribun and a visit to Craig Quarry (disused)
Start Time: 12.00pm
Duration: 4 hrs
Cost: tba
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 180

Tracking dinosaurs in Scotland

Field excursion to look at dinosaur remains on the Isle of Skye. If the weather permits, huge dinosaur footprints at An Corran indicate that large meat eating dinosaurs roamed the Isle of Skye in the Middle Jurassic.

Date: September 23, 2006

Venue: An Corran, Staffin, Isle of Skye

A visit to the Staffin Museum may follow. Own transport required.
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 182

Get to Grips with Mountain Sculpture

New research shows the Cairngorms are much older than previously believed. Come and see the results of all that work.

Date: September 23, 2006

Venue: Meet @ Cairngorms Ranger centre

Booking essential. Bring lunch. Max. 10 people
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 5.5 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 215

Arran Rocks

Arran's story goes back almost a billion years, and the island is justly famous as an ideal introduction to the study of rocks. A short course ideal for anyone with an interest in Scotland's rocks and landscapes.

Date: September 22, 2006 Until September 24, 2006

Venue: Arran

cost includes transport on Arran, bunkhouse accommodation and food.
Start Time: 5.00pm
Duration: 2 days hrs
Cost: £120
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.geowalks.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 210

Tracking dinosaurs in Scotland

An illustrated talk on the fascinating, and extremely rare, fossil dinosaurs from the Isle of Skye. A comparison will be made with the dinosaurs of Wyoming USA.

Date: September 20, 2006

Venue: Tigh na Sgire Hall, Portree

There will also be a field excursion to look at dinosaur remains at An Corran on Saturday 23rd September at 2pm.
Start Time: 7.30pm
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Cost: £3
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 181

A Railway on Raasay-Suisnish Pier to No 1 Mine, Raasay

Walk the 7km route of the old iron mine railway track, past the remains of the kilns and hopper to No 1 Mine. Return along the 'Burma Road' and through Inverarish, once housing Prisoners of War who were drafted in to work the mines between 1914 and 1918.

Date: September 20, 2006

Venue: Suisnish Pier, Raasay. Grid reference: NG 555 342

Please bring appropriate food, clothing and boots. Take the 10.30am ferry from Sconser. Return to Skye via the 3.45pm ferry.
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 5.5 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 212

The limestone scenery of Inchnadamph

Grade B. Navigate through the ancient limestone landscape of this national nature reserve, past secret caves full of stalactites and dramatic fault lines that create dramatic waterfalls and dry river beds. The mysteries of Inchnadamph will be revealed. Total 9km. Bring packed lunch. Led by Assynt Ranger Service, Highland Council.

Date: September 19, 2006

Venue: Inchnadamph car park (NC251 217)

Organised by the Assynt Ranger Service in association with Geopark 2006 (North West Highlands Geopark)
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 5 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 209

The Scottish Diamond that Wasn't: A 100-Year Wild Goose Chase … or not?

A 10 minute lunchtime talk in the Hunterian Museum. Given by our expert curator Dr John Faithfull. Are reports of diamonds in Scotland true? Come at 12:45 and find out!

Date: September 19, 2006

Venue: Hunterian Museum, University Avenue

Dr Faithfull is the Mineralogy Curator at the Hunterian and has researched the Scottish Diamond. This is an opportunity not to be missed.
Start Time: 12.30pm
Duration: 0.25 hrs
Cost: FREE!!!
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: http://www.hunterian.gla.ac.uk/whats_on/lunchtime_talks.shtml

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 219

Glencoe Rocks

Picture 1km of ice above your head, a volcano erupting around about you.A tour in the Land Rover exploring how Glencoe was formed, local self-confessed geology maniac and director of Lochaber Geopark Association

Date: September 16, 2006

Venue: Glencoe Visitor Centre

Booking essential. PLaces strictly limited
Start Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 3 hours hrs
Cost: £15
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.glencoe-nts.org.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 194

Get to Grips with Mountain Sculpture

New research shows the Cairngorms are much older than previously believed. Come and see the results of all that work.

Date: September 16, 2006

Venue: Meet @ Cairngorm Ranger centre

Booking essential. Bring lunch. Max. 10 people
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 5.5 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 214

Rock on Lochnagar!

A guided walk to the summit of Lochnagar. Travel back 450 million years to the birth of Lochnagar. Learn how nature has sculpted the landscape we see today as we walk up this magnificanet mountain.

Date: September 16, 2006

Venue: Meet at Spittal of Muick Visitor Centre (off B976, 1/2 mile

Booking essential. Wear hiking boots. Bring lunch and waterproofs. A strenuous and long walk in high mountain area.
Start Time: 9.30am
Duration: 7.5 hrs hrs
Cost: £10
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 221

Geology car tour: The geology of Assynt for beginners

Grade A. From the ancient gneiss rocks to the Glencoul thrust de-mystified. A tour of some of the hot spots in the North West Highlands Geopark for geology beginners. We will share cars for a short journey to visit these sites. Very little walking. Bring packed lunch. Led by Assynt Ranger Service, Highland Council.

Date: September 14, 2006

Venue: Lochinver Tourist Information Centre (NC095 225)

Organised by the Assynt Ranger Service in association with Geopark 2006 (North West Highlands Geopark)
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 4 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 208

Ullapool’s glacial megagrooves: The footprint of an ice-stream

Grade D. Guided walk led by Highland Council Ranger Meryl Carr accompanied by British Geological Survey geologist Tom Bradwell. A special opportunity to visit the latest geological discovery in the North West – the megagrooves. The walk will take place to the north of Ullapool. Meet at Ullapool Golf Course car park. Minibus transfer to the start of the walk is provided from here. The whole walk is around 10 km round trip. Bring a packed lunch.

Date: September 12, 2006

Venue: Golf course carpark, Ullapool (NC 127951)

Organised by the British Geological Survey in association with Geopark 2006 (North West Highlands Geopark)
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 4-6 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 205

Bone Caves, Inchnadamph

Grade C. Fascinating walk to the nationally important Bone caves where ancient bones of reindeer, humans and even polar bears were found. Meet at Bone Caves car park (Grid Ref: NC253 179), 4 km south of Inchnadamph. Allow 4 hours. Total 4km. Bring packed lunch. Led by Assynt Ranger Service, Highland Council.

Date: September 12, 2006

Venue: Bone Caves car park (NC253 179)

Organised by the British Geological Survey in association with Geopark 2006 (North West Highlands Geopark)
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 4 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 206

The Ice Age in NW Highlands: How Thick Was The Ice?

Slide show and talk by Maarten Krabbendam of British Geological Survey.

Date: September 12, 2006

Venue: Durness Village Hall

Organised by the British Geological Survey and the Highlands Ranger Service in association with Geopark 2006 (North West Highlands Geopark)
Start Time: 7.30pm
Duration: 1 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 207

A Geologist on Skye, Kilchrist to Boreraig, Suardal.

This 9km walk takes us to the ruined village of Boreraig. Its clearance in 1853 was witnessed and recorded by Archibald Geikie, a visiting Edinburgh geologist. Our walk takes us over the diverse rocks of the area - Tertiary Granite, Durness Limestone, Skye Marble, Torridonian Sandstone and finally to Boreraig and the fossil-filled Jurassic Mudstones on the coast.

Date: September 12, 2006

Venue: Kilchrist Church, Suardal. Grid reference: NG 617 206

Please bring appropriate food, clothing and boots.
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 4.5 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 211

Hugh Miller and his fossils

Explore the Jurassic and Devonian Era's at Eathie, Black Isle. Learn about this bit of coastline made famous by Hugh Miller of Cromarty with his fossil finds including ammonites and weird fish called placoderms.

Date: September 12, 2006

Venue: carpark on Eathie Road NH769 635

Please bring outdoor clothing and adequate footwear for rough terrain. Steep track down to shore and rough walking on shore. The walk is led by the Easter Ross Countryside Ranger, The Highland Council
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 218

Ullapool’s glacial megagrooves: The footprint of an ice-stream

Illustrated talk by Tom Bradwell from British Geological Survey about exciting new geological discoveries in the North West Highlands.

Date: September 11, 2006

Venue: Macphail Centre, Ullapool

Organised by the British Geological Survey in association with Geopark 2006 (North West Highlands Geopark)
Start Time: 7.30pm
Duration: 1 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 204

Geology of the Campsie Glen

A field trip to one of the classic geological sites in Scotland. Learn about warm lagoons and volcanic eruptions. A 330 million year old landscape in Scotland.

Date: September 10, 2006

Venue: Campsie Glen, Campsie Hills

Sponsored by the Geological Society of Glasgow. Call for places. Light walking along a country path. Boots and outdoor gear essential.
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 5 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: no
Event ID 192

Sheigra to Sandwood: Landforms of an ancient coastline

Grade C. A coastal walk of remarkable views showing the erosive power of the sea in creating spectacular cliffs, sea stacks and deep geos. First half of walk is pathless and requires good footwear. 12 km. Bring packed lunch. Led by Highland Council Ranger Donald Mitchell and accompanied by local geographer Murdo MacPherson and British Geological Survey geologist Maarten Krabbendam.

Date: September 10, 2006

Venue: Sheigra Cemetry (NC184604)

Organised by the British Geological Survey and the North West Sutherland Ranger Service in association with Geopark 2006 (North West Highlands Geopark)
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 5-6 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 203

When Scotland Was Young.

Walk back 620,000,000 years in 3 hours! Hidden beneath the beautiful forest of Blackhall are the traces of Scotlands elemental past. Local geologist Don Stewart will reveal the secrets hidden in the stones, with stories of ancient seas, melting rocks, and baking deserts. You'll never look at the Deeside landscape in the same way again!

Date: September 09, 2006

Venue: Blackhall Forest

Most suitable for adults and older children. Some rough walking involved. Booking essential. Meet in Shooting Greens car park (directions available on booking.)
Start Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 3 hours hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 178

What is a granite?

An interactive excerise for all ages. Open house at the Earth Sciences building of the University of Glasgow.

Date: September 09, 2006

Venue: Gregory Building, Lilybank Gardens

Sponsored by the Geological Society of Glasgow
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 7 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 185

Walking on Land

An exhibit of the first vertebrate animal to walk on land - Pederpes from Dumbarton tells the story. Open house at the Earth Sciences building of the University of Glasgow.

Date: September 09, 2006

Venue: Gregory Building, Lilybank Gardens

Sponsored by the Geological Society of Glasgow and the Hunterian Museum.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 7 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 186

Make a thin slice of Rock

See what rocks are made of by making your own thin slice. What is a granite made of? What is a limestone made of? Find out here for yourself.... Open house at the Earth Sciences building of the University of Glasgow.

Date: September 09, 2006

Venue: Gregory Building, Lilybank Gardens

sponsored by the Geological Society of Glasgow
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 7 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 187

Building Stones of the University

A guided tour of the buildings of the University of Glasgow. Where did all that stone come from??? Open house at the Earth Sciences building of the University of Glasgow.

Date: September 09, 2006

Venue: Gregory Building, Lilybank Gardens

There is also an opportunity to take part in a second tour at 2pm on the same day.
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 1 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 188

Polished slabs

A unique opportunity to see the collection of polished slabs of rocks in the Gregory Building. Open house at the Earth Sciences building of the University of Glasgow.

Date: September 09, 2006

Venue: Gregory Building, Lilybank Gardens

On the fourth floor - meet in foyer. Sponsored by the Geological Society of Glasgow. Also at 15:00hrs.
Start Time: 12.00pm
Duration: 0.5 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 189

Short Talks

Four short talks on various aspects of geology. Come and hear the experts while you take part in the other exciting events in the Gregory Building. Open house at the Earth Sciences building of the University of Glasgow.

Date: September 09, 2006

Venue: Gregory Building, Lilybank Gardens

Other talks at 12:30; 14:30 and 15:30. Call for more information. Sponsored by the Geological Society of Glasgow
Start Time: 11.30am
Duration: 0.5 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 190

Bookstall

Your opportunity to purchase geological books. Ever thought to find out about the geology of your local area? This is an opportunity not to be missed. Open house at the Earth Sciences building of the University of Glasgow.

Date: September 09, 2006

Venue: Gregory Building, Lilybank Gardens

sponsored by the Geological Society of Glasgow.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 7 hrs
Cost: prices on books
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 191

Glencoe Rocks

Picture 1km of ice above your head, a volcano erupting around about you.A short walk with Jim Blair, local self-confessed geology maniac and director of Lochaber Geopark Association

Date: September 09, 2006

Venue: Glencoe Visitor Centre

Booking essential
Start Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 3 hours hrs
Cost: £5
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.glencoe-nts.org.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 193

Oldshoremore: The evolution of a coastal landscape

Grade B. A walk amongst the ancient gneiss and sandstone rocks outcropping along the beach and returning by the constantly changing sand dune systems. Led by Highland Council Ranger Donald Mitchell and accompanied by local geographer Murdo MacPherson and British Geological Survey geologist Maarten Krabbendam.

Date: September 09, 2006

Venue: Oldshoremore Beach car park (NC203584)

Organised by the British Geological Survey and the North West Sutherland Ranger Service in association with Geopark 2006 (North West Highlands Geopark)
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: ? hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 202

Get to Grips with Mountain Sculpture

New research shows the Cairngorms are much older than previously believed. Come and see the results of all that work.

Date: September 09, 2006

Venue: Meet at Cairngorm Ranger centre

Booking essential. Bring Lunch. Max. 10 people
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 5.5 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 213

Out of the Frying Pan, Into the Fire

Puppet theatre inspired by geology – suitable for primary school age children, accompanied by a responsible adult.

Date: September 07, 2006

Venue: Durness Hall

Organised by Kenspeckle Puppets in association with Geopark 2006 (North West Highlands Geopark)
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 1 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 200

Scourie Dykes and Garnets

Grade B. A coastal guided walk to visit the oldest rocks in Scotland. Led by Highland Council Ranger, Donald Mitchell.

Date: September 07, 2006

Venue: Scourie Beach car park (NC 151 446)

Organised by North West Sutherland Ranger Service in association with Geopark 2006 (North West Highlands Geopark)
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 2.5 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 201

The Glencoe Volcano

Illustrated talk.

Date: September 06, 2006 Until August 26, 2006

Venue: Glencoe Visitor Centre

Booking essential
Start Time: 7.30pm
Duration: 1 hrs
Cost: £2.50
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.glencoe-nts.org.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 195

Out of the Frying Pan, Into the Fire

Puppet theatre inspired by geology – suitable for primary school age children, accompanied by a responsible adult.

Date: September 06, 2006

Venue: Kinlochbervie Hall

Out of the Frying Pan, Into the Fire

Puppet theatre inspired by geology - suitable for primary school children, accompanied by a responsible adult.

Date: September 05, 2006

Venue: Coigach Village Hall (NC 028077)

A sting in the Tail

A short talk on the discovery of fossils from the World-renowned Lesmahagow Silurian inlier. From the early 1800's to the present day, new discoveries are still being made.

Date: September 05, 2006

Venue: Hunterian Museum, University Avenue

The start time is 12:45. Some of the real fossils will be on display.
Start Time: 12.30pm
Duration: 0.25 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: http://www.hunterian.gla.ac.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 184

Clachtoll Coastal Walk

Grade B. Beautiful coastal walk to the Iron-age fort. Find out what made Clachtoll so special for the Picts, the Vikings. You will hear the story of skeletons, ancient saunas and the “murder hole”. Total 4km. Bring packed lunch. Led by Assynt Ranger Service, Highland Council.

Date: September 05, 2006

Venue: Clachtoll Beach car park (NC040 273)

Organised by the Assynt Ranger Service, Highland Council, in association with Geopark 2006 (North West Highlands Geopark)
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 198

Free entry to exhibition

Free entry to a large exhibition of fossils, minerals & local geology during the first week of September.The largest private collection in Scotland, now 36 years old,includes a geological relief model of Assynt & much interpretative material.There are more than 100 species of world-wide minerals, many large & of fine quality & a wide range of fossils, both local & imported, covering 1000 million years of evolution.

Date: September 04, 2006 Until September 10, 2006

Venue: Golspie, Sutherland

There are 3 guided tours per day at 11.00a.m. 2.00p.m. & 4.00p.m.
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 1 hour hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 160

Find a fossil fish

Enjoy an afternoon looking for fossil fish in Achanarras quarry and discover their story. Meet at Achanarras Quarry car park at 2pm (follow the signs from the A9 just south of Spittal).

Date: September 03, 2006

Venue: Achanarras Quarry

Rough walking with a little gradient. Strong footware advisable. Please Book
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 158

Rock on: 400 Million Years in a Day

Explore what has shaped the spectacular landscape of the Cairngorms that we see today. A beautiful walk in Glenfeshie taking in rocks, landforms, rivers and ancient woods.

Date: September 01, 2006

Venue: Meet @ Achlean, nr Feshiebridge

Bring lunch
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 4.5 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 217

Kildonan to Bennan Head geology shore walk

From deserts to volcanoes! Find out what the rocks of Arran's south coast can tell you about Scotland's dramatic past. (Part of the Arran Wildlife Festival)

Date: May 31, 2006

Venue: Meet at Kildonan Post Office

Bring warm clothes and boots or wellies
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: To be conf hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: no
URL: http://www.arranwildlife.co.uk/8.html

Drop in event: no
Event ID 162

North Newton Shore geology walk

Arran oldest rocks and the world famous 'Hutton's unconformity'. - find out what it's all about. (Part of the Arran Wildlife festival)

Date: May 31, 2006

Venue: Meet at Lochranza village hall, Isle of Arran

Bring warm clothes and boots or wellies
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: To be conf hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: no
URL: http://www.arranwildlife.co.uk/index.html

Drop in event: no
Event ID 163

Arran Geology talk

Part of the Arran Wildlife Festival: An informal illustrated introduction to Arran’s geology – the perfect introduction to Wednesday’s geology walks (see below).

Date: May 30, 2006

Venue: Lagg Hotel, Kilmory, Isle of Arran

Other Information. (max 25 words)
Start Time: 6.00pm
Duration: 1 hr hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: http://www.arranwildlife.co.uk/7.html

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 161

Locked in Rock

This museum exhibition will give you a fascinating insight into the world of fossils. Explore life on Earth during the last 600 million years. Over 500 fossils on show.

Date: February 28, 2006 Until December 23, 2006

Venue: Perth Museum & Art Gallery

Museum Open 10-5 Mon-Sat Free Entry
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: N/A hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 174

Arran Rocks

Arran's fascinating rocks tell a story stretching over 1 billion years, and the island is justly famous as an ideal introduction to the study of rocks. This two-day residential course is for anyone with an interest in the outdoors who wants to find out more about geology.

Date: October 14, 2005 Until October 16, 2005

Venue: Arran

Organised in partnership with the National Trust for Scotland. Please wear suitable clothing and sturdy footwear.
Start Time: 6.00pm
Duration: 48 hrs
Cost: £100
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.geowalks.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 72

Stones of the South Side

A walking tour of the south side of Edinburgh looking at the city's building stones with Andrew McMillan of the Edinburgh Geological Society. The tour will look at the many sources of stone from local quarries long since vanished.

Date: September 28, 2005

Venue: George Square, next to Appleton Tower

Numbers strictly limited, pre-registration essential
Start Time: 6.30pm
Duration: 2 hours hrs
Cost: Nil
Wheelchair access: no
URL: http://www.edinburghgeolsoc.org/

Drop in event: no
Event ID 117

Hunterian Talks

Lunchtime talks on Geology, fossils and minerals. How do you find fossils? The World's smallest dinosaur footprint, new species of fossil fish and more.....

Date: September 27, 2005

Venue: Hunterian Museum, University of Glasgow

Every Tuesday lunchtime during September, a geologist will talk to you for 10-15 minutes on something of interest in the Hunterian Museum collections.
Start Time: 12.30pm
Duration: 0.25 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.hunterian.gla.ac.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 55

Cramond Island, Edinburgh

Explore Cramond Island at low tide and find out about the varied geology of the islands in the Firth of Forth, all formed from durable igneous rock.

Date: September 26, 2005

Venue: Cramond

Please wear suitable clothing and sturdy footwear.
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: £7
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.geowalks.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 71

Rock Around Holyrood

Join a Historic Scotland Ranger to explore the fascinating geology of Holyrood Park. Please bring hiking boots and warm waterproof clothing.

Date: September 25, 2005

Venue: Holyrood Park

Booking essential
Start Time: 1.00pm
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.historic-scotland.gov.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 57

Geology in Action Dunes and Estuaries

A walk along shore and dune to look at Recent sedimentary processes in the Tyne Estuary and Belhaven Bay and relate them to Lower Carboniferous sedimentary rocks exposed along the shore.

Date: September 25, 2005

Venue: John Muir Country Park at Belhaven [NT 652 784].

Shore walk of about 5km across rocks, shingle and sand. Wear appropriate clothes and footwear. Suitable for all ages. The area has been the used for a joint Lothian & Borders RIGS Group and East Lothian GirlGuiding project, resulting in an information l
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 2 to 3 hrs
Cost: nil
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 63

The buildings and grounds of Stewart's Melville College

A unique opportunity to have a close-up view of this magnificent jacobean-style building by architect David Rhind, built in 1855 using Binny and Craigleith Sandstone. Also a guided walk showing how a school can make use of its grounds in teaching Earth Science to 11 year olds.

Date: September 25, 2005

Venue: Inside the rear entrance entered from Ravelston Terrace.

Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing. Children should be accompanied by an adult.
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 66

Fife on Fire; in Flood, Forest and Freeze.

A walk along the Kinkell Braes to see what the rocks can tell us about the environments that St Andrews has encountered during its geological evolution. Please wear sturdy footwear and suitable clothes for a 5km walk on cliff-top paths and the rocky foreshore. Meet at the parking area for the Fife Coastal Path behind the East Sands Leisure Centre, St Andrews.

Date: September 25, 2005

Venue: St Andrews, Kinkell Braes, Fife Coastal Path

Start Time: 12.00pm
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 144

Waulkmill Rocks!

Theres more than meets the eye at Waukmill Glen. This SSSI is one of the oldest limestone areas in Glasgow. Find out more about it with the Countryside Rangers.

Date: September 24, 2005

Venue: Darnley Mill

No need to bring a packed lunch, but please wear outdoor clothing and stout footware. BOOKING is required.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 28

Dry Stone Walling

A demonstration of dry stone walling. Construction of features including walls and a seat, from native Scottish stone, at the entrance of the British Geological Survey, HQ, Edinburgh.

Date: September 24, 2005

Venue: BGS, Murchison House, West Mains Road

Event to be held during the BGS open day.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 6 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 41

Kinghorn, Fife

A short stretch of the Fife Coastal Path takes us through a succession of lava flows, sedimentary layers and two flavours of dolerite.

Date: September 24, 2005

Venue: Kinghorn

PLease wear suitable clothing and sturgy footwear.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 5 hrs
Cost: £10 (£7)
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.geowalks.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 69

A Walk at the Burn

This is your chance to explore this fascinating and fantastic river gorge walk. Find out what it can tell us about the effects that earth movements 400 million years ago had on the geology of this area. The riverside woodland, arboretum trees and special plant habitats are equally fascinating as is the history of the creation of the gorge-side path itself. Everyone is welcome, under 16's should be accompanied.

Date: September 24, 2005

Venue: The Mansion House car park

Terrain not suitable for young children. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Start Time: 1.00pm
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 110

British Geological Survey Open Day

Date: September 24, 2005

Venue: Murchison House, West Mains Road, Edinburgh.

Refreshments/food available
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 7 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.bgs.ac.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 116

Natural Sculptures

Walk on paths improved by the Skye and Lochalsh Footpaths initiative from Loch Langaig to Loch Hasco, nestling beneath Leac nan Fionn (Fingal’s tombstone) and on up to the Quiraing where we can investigate the remarkable landslips and formations of the Table, the Needle and the Prison, before returning via the outward path.

Date: September 24, 2005

Venue: Trotternish, Isle of Skye

6km walk. Meet at the picnic area by Loch Langaig, near Flodigarry (NG 464710) Walking boots and waterproofs essential. Bring a packed lunch.
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 4 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 136

Tracking Scottish Dinosaurs

The Staffin Museum displays a collection of dinosaur fossils and footprints that were found nearby. Take this opportunity to visit the dinosaur sites with museum staff.

Date: September 24, 2005

Venue: Staffin Museum, Isle of Skye

Call for details. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Bring own lunch if required.
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 4 hrs
Cost: £6.00 adult; £3.00 child. Admission to the Museum included
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 141

Cairngorm Ice Puzzles

Coire an Lochain and the Larig Ghru. A guided walk to the corrie and an overlook for the Lairig. Bring full hill walking kit and high energy lunch required.

Date: September 22, 2005

Venue: Cairngorm Ranger Base

Please book your place
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 5 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.cairngormmountain.com

Drop in event: no
Event ID 127

Seams Likely

A look at the coal seams as they come to the surface in the Esk Valley Basin.

Date: September 21, 2005

Venue: Main Gates, Dalkeith Country Park

Bring outdoor clothing and stout footware. Please book in advance. email contact: c.manson@buccleuch.com
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 30

All Aboard the Skylark!

Enjoy stunning views and easy walking on a recently completed path built on the track-bed of a former quarry railway with funding from the Scottish Executive Aggregates Levy. Our walk takes us to the site of the former quarry from where the tiny 0-4-0 steam engine 'Skylark' operated between 1910 and 1912 when the firm, Skye Marble Ltd., went out of business.

Date: September 21, 2005

Venue: Suardal, Isle of Skye

A 7km walk on good footpaths. Meet at layby (grid reference NG635227), 1km out of Broadford on the B8083 road to Elgol.
Start Time: 9.30am
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: no
Event ID 137

Craigleith Interpretation

Geological event to launch new RIGS leaflet and RIGS poster describing Craigleith RIGS (Regionally Important Geological and Geomorphological Site) by Lothian & Borders RIGS Group. Craigleith Quarry, once source of much of Edinburgh New Town’s sandstone, is now filled and a Retail Park. Activities include: launch, guided walks along quarry face, display of RIGS publications, display on Craigleith, photo-opportunity, plus other activities for adults and children.

Date: September 21, 2005

Venue: Craigleith Retail Park

Parking available in Retail car park. Event at south end of, and behind Sainsbury’s store.
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: nil
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: mcadam.39@virgin.net

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 150

Hunterian Talks

Lunchtime talks on Geology, fossils and minerals. How do you find fossils? The World's smallest dinosaur footprint, new species of fossil fish and more.....

Date: September 20, 2005

Venue: Hunterian Museum, University of Glasgow

Building stones in and around the Museum of Scotland

Join building-stones expert, Dr Ewan Hyslop of the British Geological Survey, on a tour of the stonework of the Museum of Scotland and surrounding area. Find out about the ancient desert origins of the attractive sandstone blocks used in the museum's construction, and discover just how much our geological past contributes to our urban landscape.

Date: September 20, 2005

Venue: Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street

The tour may involve outdoor walking.
Start Time: 6.00pm
Duration: 1 hour hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.nms.ac.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 104

Return of the Rock Doctors

Bring your favourite rock, mineral, fossil to the Hunterian Museum, and stump the Rock Doctors. Will they be able to identify it? Come and see....

Date: September 19, 2005 Until September 23, 2005

Venue: Hunterian Museum, University of Glasgow

If you have a digital image of your rock, mineral or fossil - send it to dinosaur@museum.gla.ac.uk and the Rock Docs will try and identify it online!
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 5 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.hunterian.gla.ac.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 51

ICE SCULPTURE

A minibus trip around lowland and upland Angus looking at landscape created by the Ice Ages.

Date: September 18, 2005

Venue: Forfar Loch Country Park visitor centre

Please bring stout footware, outdoor clothing, and a packed lunch. BOOKING is required. Email contact: forfarloch@sol.co.uk
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 8 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: no
Event ID 42

Volcanoes at North Berwick

A walk along the foreshore reveals lava flows, volcanic ash, intrusions, bombs and craters of long-extinct volcanoes, as well as sediments laid down between eruptions. See how East Lothian's distinctive hills and islands are remnants of its volcanic past.

Date: September 18, 2005

Venue: In front of Scottish Seabird Centre, North Berwick

Shore walk across rocks, shingle and sand. Wear appropriate clothes and footwear. Suitable for all ages.
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 2-3 hrs
Cost: nil
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 64

Panning for Silver

How would you like to find silver from a Scottish silver mine? There is still silver to be found in the Ochil Hills above Alva .. lets see if you can find some... Numbers are limited, so book as soon as you read this!

Date: September 18, 2005

Venue: Call for details

Please bring appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy boots or wellies (we will be standing in a stream to pan). Pans will be provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Start Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 94

Panning for Silver

Date: September 18, 2005

Venue: Call for details

A Drive through time

Go further than a walk through time and see how glaciers and volcanoes shaped Glencoe. With Jim Blair, local self-confessed geology maniac, bursting with enthusiasm and knowledge!

Date: September 17, 2005

Venue: The National Trust for Scotland Visitor Centre

Booking essential. 25% discount for NTS members and children half price
Start Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: £15
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.nts.org.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 26

Mines and Minerals of Netherton

A guided walk through the woods of Netherton Braes starting and finishing in Linn Park. Revealing the hidden landscape of the woods and the underlying mining history.

Date: September 17, 2005

Venue: Linn Mansion House in Linn Park

Ground is rough and muddy. Walking boots essential and ability to cross rough ground.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 2 (approx) hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 73

Petershill, Bathgate

Explore the remains of a tropical limestone reef, teeming with ancient life 330 million years ago and find out how volcanic eruptions disturbed the area.

Date: September 17, 2005

Venue: Petershill Wildlife Reserve, Bathgate

Bring outdoor clothing and stout footwear. Suitable for families.
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 2 hours hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 75

Panning for Silver

Date: September 17, 2005

Venue: Call for details

Please bring appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy boots or wellies (we will be standing in a stream to pan). Pans will be provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 92

Panning for Silver

Date: September 17, 2005

Venue: Call for details

Panning for Silver

Date: September 17, 2005

Venue: Call for details

Please bring appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy boots or wellies (we will be standing in a stream to pan). Pans will be provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 97

'Dalbeattie Rocks'

2 days of rock themed activities for all the family to enjoy. Slate painting and rock art for the children, tea with rock cakes for mums & dads, rocks and bugs in local quarry site, rock music, sculpture tour, quarrying exhibition, open days at local archaeological dig and more.

Date: September 17, 2005 Until September 18, 2005

Venue: Dalbeattie & Area

Some sites will not be accessible for those with mobility problems.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 6 hrs
Cost: No cost - poss donations
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 101

Explore Shetland's Volcano

A walk along the spectacular coastline of Eshaness, which exposes a section through a Devonian volcano. Transport will be available for up to 8 people from Lerwick to Eshaness at £10 per head.

Date: September 17, 2005

Venue: Eshaness, Shetland (meet at the lighthouse)

Please wear appropriate clothes and sturdy footware. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Contact as above to book.
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 4 hrs
Cost: £10 (transport)
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 102

Tour of Friarton Quarry

Tarmac are the leading suppliers of building materials in the UK. An understanding of geology is key to providing the raw materials for industry. On the tour, you will learn how rock is extracted and processed and will gain an appreciation of how quarries are restored for other land uses.

Date: September 17, 2005

Venue: Friarton Quarry

Please register for this event by email to: Friarton.Weighbridge@Tarmac.co.uk Stout footwear is required. Meet in the quarry car park.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: none
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.tarmac.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 105

Tour of Lochaline Mine

Tarmac operate Lochaline Mine for high purity silica sand. On the tour, you will learn how sandstone is extracted from underground and processed for shipment to markets around Europe for use in the glass and ceramics industries.

Date: September 17, 2005

Venue: Lochaline Mine, Morven

Please register for this event by email to: Lochaline.Weighbridge@Tarmac.co.uk Stout footwear is required. Meet in the mine car park.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: none
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.tarmac.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 108

Tour of Craignair Quarry

Tarmac operate Dalbeattie Quarry for granite building stone and aggregates. The quarry has had a strong association with the town for nearly 200 years. On the tour, you will learn about stone extraction techniques past and present.

Date: September 17, 2005

Venue: Craignair Quarry, Dalbeattie

Please register for this event by email to: Dalbeattie.Weighbridge@Tarmac.co.uk Stout footwear is required. Meet in the quarry car park.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: none
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.tarmac.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 113

Cairngorm Ice Puzzles

Cairn Gorm plateau and nearby deep glacial erosion: Inspiration for a World Heritage listing. Bring full hill walking kit and high energy lunch required.

Date: September 17, 2005

Venue: Cairngorm Ranger Base

Please book your place
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 6 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.cairngormmountain.com

Drop in event: no
Event ID 126

After the Ice Age

The ice-moulded landscapes of the Cuillin are some of the best of their kind in Britain. Join the Highland Council Ranger to explore the geology and wildlife of this dramatic landscape. Our route takes us via Eas Mor, an impressive waterfall viewed from the lip of the gorge it has carved out over thousands of years. We continue up to Loch Fhir-bhallaich and into Coire Lagan, beneath the towering Sgurr Alasdair, the highest of the Cuillin peaks.

Date: September 17, 2005

Venue: Glenbrittle, Isle of Skye

Meet at Glenbrittle car park (grid reference NG409206). Walking boots and waterproofs essential. Bring a packed lunch.
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 5 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 135

Tracking Scottish Dinosaurs

The Staffin Museum displays a collection of dinosaur fossils and footprints that were found nearby. Take this opportunity to visit the dinosaur sites with museum staff.

Date: September 17, 2005

Venue: Staffin Museum, Isle of Skye

Dino Paws, Golden Ores & Fossil Jaws.

Track dinosaurs, make a volcano erupt, or try your hand at gold panning and excavating fossils. 3 hours of geological family activities.(Old clothes recommended)

Date: September 17, 2005

Venue: St Andrews Preservation Trust Museum, North Street, St Andre

Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: Free (donations welcome)
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 143

Geology Family Day at Beinn Eighe

Come along and get crafty. Pan for gold or make your own fossil, try some cave painting or check out the geology treasure trail. Explore the secrets of the Bone Caves and see how mountains were built. There will be lots of demonstrations and displays to see and experts on hand to identify any rocks.

Date: September 17, 2005

Venue: Meet at Beinn Eighe Vistor Centre, Kinlochewe.

Please wear suitable footware and clothing and bring a packed lunch. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 7 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 148

Where continents collide: Assynt explained

The is a Ranger guided tour of some of the geological story of the geological hot spots in the North West Highlands-Scotlands only European Geopark. We will share cars for a short journey to visit these sites.

Date: September 15, 2005

Venue: Assynt Visitors Centre, Main Street Lochinver

Outdoor clothing & packed lunch required. Call for more details
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 4 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.highland.gov.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 22

STONEY SEARCH IN ROCK RUSHVEN

Short investigative walk - mainly shoreline - on small Highland estate - with garnet search!

Date: September 15, 2005

Venue: Roshven Farm (A861 Lochailort/Acharacle)

Please wear outdoorclothing, stout footware and a packed lunch.
Start Time: 11.30am
Duration: 2.5-3 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 38

Cairngorm Ice Puzzles

Coire an t-Sneachda, spectacular ice ground corrie. Guided walk, 3 hours. Relatively easy walk, but still bring full hill walking kit and high energy lunch required.

Date: September 14, 2005

Venue: Cairngorm Ranger Base

Please book your place
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.cairngormmountain.com

Drop in event: no
Event ID 125

Digging for Dynamite

Follow the line of the former diatomite railway from Lealt to Loch Cuithir. A rich growth of diatoms (single-celled algae with a hard silica shell), in this and other lochs in the area, caused the formation of diatomite, an accumulation of their shells incorporated among clay and other organic matter. Between 1887 and 1959, these deposits were mined to yield diatomite, used in the manufacture of paints and polishes, and in the filtration of beer.

Date: September 14, 2005

Venue: Lealt, Isle of Skye

Meet at Lealt car park (NG 516605). Bring a packed lunch. Walking boots and waterproofs essential. No unaccompanied children. Grade B (7 km)
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 4 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 134

Geology Family Day in Stoer

Come along and get crafty. Pann for gold or make your own fossil, try some cave painting or check out the geology treasure trail. There will be lots of demonstrations and displays to see and experts on hand to identify any rocks.

Date: September 14, 2005

Venue: Meet at Stoer Village Hall.

Start Time: 1.00pm
Duration: 3 hours hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 149

Excursion to the top of Conival

Excursion to the top of Conival (ascent 1000m) to see ice age features and look down on the world famous "Assynt Window" - where continents once collided. Conival is within the North West Highlands European Geo-Park. This is a high level walk and a good level of fitness and proper clothing is required.

Date: September 13, 2005

Venue: Inchnadamph Car park, Sutherland (NC251 216)

PLease bring packed lunch and wear stout boots and outdoor clothing. Email contact: andy.summers@highland.gov.uk
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 8 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.highland.gov.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 29

Hunterian Talks

Lunchtime talks on Geology, fossils and minerals. How do you find fossils? The World's smallest dinosaur footprint, new species of fossil fish and more.....

Date: September 13, 2005

Venue: Hunterian Museum, University of Glasgow

Blackford Hill- 400 million year old lavas moulded by ice

A pleasant stroll around the hill with spectacular views of the city and beyond. A reminder of the visit of the great Swiss geologist Louis Agassiz and what he saw.

Date: September 12, 2005

Venue: Meet at car park at top of Observatory Road, Blackford Hill

Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing and stout boots. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Start Time: 2.30pm
Duration: up to 3 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 67

North West Highlands - Launch of Scotland's First Geopark

Come along to the launch of Scotland's first Geopark. Opening ceremony at 11am. Music and poetry inspired by local landscapes. Guest speakers. Afternoon activities for all age groups - children's activities, guided walk and the marvellous 'Mountain Experiment Box' which demonstrates thrusting before your very eyes. Bring a packed lunch and spend the day with us! Look out for other events in the north west during the week - walks, children's activities and displays. Full details available soon.

Date: September 12, 2005

Venue: Knockan Crag

For further details please look out for leaflets locally, check out the website or get in touch: info@northwest-highlands-geopark.org.uk
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 4 hrs
Cost: Free Entry
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.northwest-highlands-geopark.org.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 122

TOTALLY TROPICAL

A stroll through the Carboniferous ... 340 million years ago. Join the rangers in a scramble through the past when Scotland was sat slap-bang on top of the equator. Be prepared for mud and water!

Date: September 11, 2005

Venue: Vogrie House

Please bring outdoor clothing and stout footware. BOOKING required. Contact email: midlothianrangerservice@midlothian.gov.uk
Start Time: 1.00pm
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.midlothian.gov.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 39

Trapped in the Past

Fossils are closely linked with the rock exposures along this coastline. Both coal and limestone hold fossil remains of creatures that lived thousands of years ago. Join the walk and explore some of this history.

Date: September 11, 2005

Venue: Barns Ness

Meet - At the caravan site entrance at Barns Ness, near Dunbar, East Lothian
Start Time: 1.00pm
Duration: 2 hours hrs
Cost: No cost
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 99

The Fossil Forest of Saltcoats

A walk through time to see the Saltcoats version of Fossil Grove. The fossil forest dates from around 300 million years ago, when Saltcoats was on the equator and had a hot and steamy tropical climate. On the walk there will also be lots of evidence to be seen of Ayrshire’s violent volcanic past.

Date: September 11, 2005

Venue: Saltcoats

Booking is essential. Meet at Iceland supermarket car park. Please bring outdoor clothing and stout footwear. Further details on booking.
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: no
URL: colin.macfadyen@snh.gov.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 115

Strathfillan Gold

Join the National Park Rangers on a journey through time. Learn about the ice age past and check out a few "kames" and a "kettle hole". Discover the mining heritage around Tyndrum - lead, silver and GOLD. Visit the site of old mone workings and try panning for gold.

Date: September 11, 2005

Venue: Contact below

This event will be a mixture of guided walk, minibus ride and hands-on activities. Booking is essential, Bring a packed lunch and suitable outdoor clothing and footwear. (mob: 07734 852343; email: gavin.skipper@lochlomond-trossachs.org)
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 5 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.lochlomond-trossachs.org

Drop in event: no
Event ID 129

Ardmore Point; guided walk

Strathclyde RIGS have designed an interpretative leaflet for Ardmore Point and this will be the opportunity to road test it in the company of those experts involved.

Date: September 11, 2005

Venue: Ardmore Point, West Dunbartonshire

Ardmore is off the A814 between Dumbarton and Helensburgh. Turn left about 1 mile west of Cardross and meet at the car park.
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 2 hours hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 142

Gouging Glaciers

Explore the ice sculptured corries of An Teallach. Grade ‘D’

Date: September 11, 2005

Venue: Meet: at the Corrie Hallie pull in. GR NH114851

Please wear suitable footware and clothing and bring a packed lunch. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 6 hours hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 147

Guided Walk: Living in a Changing Landscape

Explore the Sands of Forvie to see how the shifting sands have affected the people here since the stone age. See Forvie's flint tools, sand and mysterious rocks...

Date: September 11, 2005

Venue: Forvie National Nature Reserve

Booking essential, the walk (6.5km, 4 miles) covers rough ground and sand, not suitable for young children.
Start Time: 1.00pm
Duration: 4 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.nnr-scotland.org.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 151

North Mull Motoring Trail

An opportunity for local people and visitors to enjoy the geology and scenery of the Isle of Mull. A short wak to the lighthouse will be followed by a circular drive via Salen, Dervaig and Calgary, stopping off to explore some places in detail and admire the views.

Date: September 10, 2005

Venue: Calmac Ferry Office, Tobermory

Advance booking advisable, but not essential, use mobile number for late bookings (tel: 07887 565295).Bring packed lunch. (Family cost (2adults, 2 children): £20.00)
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 6/7 hrs
Cost: £9.00 adult (Over 60: £7.00)
Wheelchair access: no
URL: chrisdarmon@geosupplies.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 24

Rockin' All Over Tarlair

As part of the Scottish Geology Festival, join us as we discover the fascinating geology around Tarlair, Macduff. Parts of this walk involve scrambling over rocks, which will be slippery, and access over some areas may be difficult. Good sturdy walking boots are essential, as is warm waterproof clothing.

Date: September 10, 2005

Venue: Tarlair car park (Grid Ref: NJ720646)

Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: ~3 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 23

A walk through time

Picture ice 1km above your head, rocks flying from bursting volcanoes. With Jim Blair, local self-confessed geology maniac, bursting with enthusiasm and knowledge! £5 NTS members 25% off and children half price. Booking Essential

Date: September 10, 2005

Venue: The National Trust for Scotland Visitor Centre

£5, NTS members discount 25% and Children half price. Booking essential
Start Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: £5
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.nts.org.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 25

Mugdock to Dumgoyne

Challenging walk from Mugdock Country Park taking in the geology of the Blane Valley and climbing to the summit of Dumgoyne, a volcanic plug in the Campsie Fells (427m). Return to start by minibus from Killearn.

Date: September 10, 2005

Venue: Mugdock Country Park

Not suitable for children. Please bring outdoor clothing, stout footware and packed lunch. BOOKING is required.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 4.5 hrs
Cost: approx. £2 per person
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.eastdunbarton.gov.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 37

On the Glacier Trail

Join rangers from the Forestry Commission and Highland Council for a family walk around Littlemill, Strathnairn. Discover esker ridges, kettleholes and other features that glaciers left behind.

Date: September 10, 2005

Venue: Forestry Commission layby, Littlemill, Strathnairn (NH704 37

Bring outdoor clothing and stout footware. (Additional contact number = 01463 7691575) Contact emails: katy.stirling@highland.gov.uk or shona.amos@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.highland.gov.uk; www.forestry.gov.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 40

Delving into Dob's Linn

A 2 mile walk into Dob's Linn, an internationally important geological site. Graptolite fossils guaranteed!

Date: September 10, 2005

Venue: Grey Mare's Tail [NT185145 ]

Bring warm. waterproof clothing and walking boots. Booking essential.
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: £3/£2
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 58

What a Gem!

A great event for young and old. Join experts from the Scottish Mineral & Lapidary Club who will show you how to polish minerals to take away with you or even turn into jewellery. There will also be a display of cut material for you to marvel at.

Date: September 10, 2005

Venue: Royal Museum, Chambers Street

Suitable for children aged 7+.
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 6.5 hours hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.nms.ac.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 98

Colliding Continents and Vanishing Oceans

A walk through northern Yell and southern Unst to examine the ancient ocean bed represented by the Shetland ophiolite and associated continental rocks

Date: September 10, 2005

Venue: Yell and Unst, Shetland

The walk will start and finish at the Wind Dog Cafe, Gutcher, where you will be able to get refreshments. The trip will include a 10 minute ferry crossing from Yell to Unst which costs £3. Please wear appropriate clothing and sturdy boots if walking. Chil
Start Time: 1.00pm
Duration: 4 hrs
Cost: Free (£3.00 for ferry )
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 103

Tour of Daviot Quarry

Date: September 10, 2005

Venue: Daviot Quarry

Please register for this event by email to: Weighbridge.Daviot@Tarmac.co.uk Stout footwear is required. Meet in the quarry car park.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: none
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.tarmac.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 106

Tour of Douglasmuir Quarry

Date: September 10, 2005

Venue: Douglasmuir Quarry, Milngavie

Please register for this event by email to: Douglasmuir.Weighbridge@Tarmac.co.uk Stout footwear is required. Meet in the quarry car park.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: none
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.tarmac.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 107

Building the University

Come to the 'fun'tastic events at the University of Glasgow's Earth Sciences Open House. Tour the University and find out about the Building Stones of the campus.

Date: September 10, 2005

Venue: Gregory Building, Lilybank Gardens, University of Glasgow

See the other activities offered in conjunction with the Geological Society of Glasgow.
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 1 hrs
Cost: Absolutely FREE!!
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: http://www.geologyglasgow.org.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 119

Building the University

Come to the 'fun'tastic events at the University of Glasgow's Earth Sciences Open House. Tour the University and find out about the Building Stones of the campus.

Date: September 10, 2005

Venue: Gregory Building, Lilybank Gardens, University of Glasgow

See the other activities offered in conjunction with the Geological Society of Glasgow.
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 1 hrs
Cost: Absolutely FREE!!
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: http://www.geologyglasgow.org.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 120

Topical Talks

Come to the 'fun'tastic events at the University of Glasgow's Earth Sciences Open House. Listen to the experts talk on a variety of current interest topics throughout the day.

Date: September 10, 2005

Venue: Gregory Building, Lilybank Gardens, University of Glasgow

Also at 12:30; 14:30, and 15:30 lasting for about 20 minutes each.
Start Time: 11.30am
Duration: 0.3 hrs
Cost: Absolutely FREE!!
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: http://www.geologyglasgow.org.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 121

Cairngorm Ice Puzzles

Coire Cas, Coire an t-Sneachda, contrasting snow bowls. Guided walk, 4 - 6 hours. Two corries next to each other. One steep and smooth, the other deep and craggy. Explore the difference! Full hill walking kit and high energy lunch required.

Date: September 10, 2005

Venue: Cairngorm Ranger Base

Please book your place
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 4 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.cairngormmountain.com

Drop in event: no
Event ID 124

A Geologist on Skye

Visit the remains of the infamous cleared township at Boreraig. In 1853, one of Skye’s most brutal forced clearances was witnessed and recorded for posterity by Archibald Geikie, a visiting Edinburgh geologist. Our walk takes us from Tertiary granite past Durness limestone, Skye Marble, Torridonian Sandstone and finally to the fossil-filled Jurassic mudstones at the coast.

Date: September 10, 2005

Venue: Cill Chriosd, Skye

An 11km walk on good footpaths for most of the way. Wakling boots and waterproofs essential. Bring a packed lunch. No unaccompanied children. Meet at ruined chapel, Cill Chriosd (grid reference NG617206).
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 5 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 133

Tracking Scottish Dinosaurs

The Staffin Museum displays a collection of dinosaur fossils and footprints that were found nearby. Take this opportunity to visit the dinosaur sites with museum staff.

Date: September 10, 2005

Venue: Staffin Museum, Isle of Skye

There's Some GOLD in Them There Hills

An illustrated look by Gary Gray at industrial gold mining abroad and why this is not possible in Scotland where gold is found only in small quantities. All that glitters is not necessarily gold!

Date: September 09, 2005

Venue: The Museum, Stuart Street, Rothesay, Bute

No charge, but donations to the Museum are welcomed. Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
Start Time: 6.30pm
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 61

The Crags and Charms of Craigellachie

Enjoy the exceptional birchwoods, crags, moorland and lochans of Craigellachie National Nature Reserve with wonderful views all on the doorstep of Aviemore. Up onto the ridge if we feel energetic …! Meet at the car park by the Police station: 10.30 – 2pm Medium walk: Bring lunch

Date: September 08, 2005

Venue: Craigellachie National Nature Reserve

Bring lunch and suitable outdoor footware and clothes.
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 3.5 hours hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 49

Patterns and Pebbles in the Pass

Discover a world of rocks and ice on this guided walk in the Pass of Killiecrankie. Children welcome, but walk pitched at adults.

Date: September 07, 2005

Venue: NTS Killiecrankie Visitor Centre

Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing and stout footwear as the route will involve an easy scramble to rocks along the river edge.
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Cost: Adults: £2, children:£1
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 62

Cairngorm Ice Puzzles

Cairn Gorm and the Northern Corries. Guided walk, 4 - 6 hours. What did the ice ages do, and how did some high land escape almost unscathed? Full hill walking kit and high energy lunch required.

Date: September 07, 2005

Venue: Cairngorm Ranger Base

Please book your place
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 6 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.cairngormmountain.com

Drop in event: no
Event ID 123

Going Underground

Visit the wonderful Spar Cave, deep below the Jurassic limestone cliffs at Glasnakille on the Isle of Skye in the company of the local Highland Council Ranger.

Date: September 07, 2005

Venue: Glasnakille, Isle of Skye.

All welcome. Bring a torch. No unaccompanied children. Meet at 1.30 at Elgol Village Hall to arrange car-share to start of walk.
Start Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 131

Hunterian Talks

Lunchtime talks on Geology, fossils and minerals. How do you find fossils? The World's smallest dinosaur footprint, new species of fossil fish and more.....

Date: September 06, 2005

Venue: Hunterian Museum, University of Glasgow

Every Tuesday lunchtime during September, a geologist will talk to you for 10 - 15 minutes on something of interest in the Hunterian Museum collections.
Start Time: 12.30pm
Duration: 0.25 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.hunterian.gla.ac.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 52

A Gneiss, Sandy Walk

This walk is one of Wester Ross’s classic walks. Following an old fishers track from Gruinard Bridge we will pass through a fossil landscape of Lewisian Gneiss. Under the awe inspiring sandstone cliffs of An Teallach, we pass along the shores of several small hill lochs to drop down to Loch na Sealga and return along the Gruinard river track. Grade ‘D’ (Note river crossing necessary)

Date: September 06, 2005

Venue: Meet: at the Gruinard River Bridge (there is a small car pul

Please wear suitable footware and clothing and bring a packed lunch. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 7 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 146

Return of the Rock Doctors

Bring your favourite rock, mineral, fossil to the Hunterian Museum, and stump the Rock Doctors. Will they be able to identify it? Come and see....

Date: September 05, 2005 Until September 09, 2005

Venue: Hunterian Museum, University of Glasgow

Bathgate Hills, West Lothian

Just up the hill from Bathgate town centre are the remains of lava flows and coral reefs, telling the story of a very different environment 320 million years ago!

Date: September 05, 2005

Venue: Bathgate

Please wear suitable clothing and sturdy footwear.
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: £7
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.geowalks.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 70

Fun with Fossil Fish

A family event. Looking for fossil fish in a disused quarry site. Countryside rangers present.

Date: September 04, 2005

Venue: Meet outside shop in Halkirk

Bring outdoor clothing and stout footware. Bring a snack if you want. No need to book. (Other contact number: 01955 607758)
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 1.5-2 hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 21

Dean Castle Rocks!

Join us on a walk through time to discover how Dean Castle Country Park has changed over the millennia and how the rocks and fossils created under different climates have helped to shape the park as we know it today.

Date: September 04, 2005

Venue: Visitor Centre, Dean Castle Country Park

Please bring outdoor clothing and stout footware. Prior BOOKING required. Maximum booking of 30 people. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Contact email: rangers@east-ayrshire.gov.uk
Start Time: 2.30pm
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.deancastle.com

Drop in event: no
Event ID 31

WEAPONS OF MASS EXTINCTION

A look at the past events that have caused the death of many of Earth's species, and the science that uncovered them.

Date: September 04, 2005

Venue: Forfar Loch Country Park

BOOKING required. Contact email: forfarloch@sol.co.uk
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: no
Event ID 43

Dalmeny Estate, near Edinburgh

A gentle walk along the shore of the Firth of Forth, from Queensferry to Cramond. This quiet stretch of coast has beautiful sandy beaches and headlands made from a variety of rocks.

Date: September 04, 2005

Venue: Dalmeny

PLease wear suitable clothing and sturdy footwear.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 5 hrs
Cost: £10 (£7)
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.geowalks.co.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 68

Tracking Scottish Dinosaurs

The Staffin Museum displays a collection of dinosaur fossils and footprints that were found nearby. Take this opportunity to visit the dinosaur sites with museum staff.

Date: September 04, 2005

Venue: Staffin Museum, Isle of Skye

A New Look at the Highland Boundary Fault on Bute

Recent geological investigation on Bute has revealed that the Highland Boundary Fault may have been formed as much as 546 Million years earlier than has been accepted for some time. Julian Hill will examine the evidence and, weather permitting, lead a walk in Scalpsie Bay in the afternoon where evidence of the fault can be seen.

Date: September 03, 2005

Venue: The Museum, Stuart Street, Rothesay, Bute

Bring a packed lunch, suitable outdoor clothes and sturdy boots if you are also attending the afternnon walk. Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. Donations to the Museum are welcomed.
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 1 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 59

What Lies Beneath

Know your sedimentary from your igneous? Whether you do or not, this is a great way to find out more.

Date: September 03, 2005

Venue: Braeloine Visitor Centre, Glen Tanar

Glen Tanar is a working estate, so please wear durable footwear, bring a jacket and dress appropriately. Dogs welcome provided they are kept on a lead. Please call for more information.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: Donation to Glen Tanar Charitable Trust
Wheelchair access: no
URL: http://www.glentanar.co.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 27

JOIN THE ROCK BUS

A geological and wildlife tour-de-force to the rocks of the Moray Coast in two free minibus trips from the Permo-triassic cliff caves and coves of Hopeman to the rugged Dalradian rocks east of Buckie.

Date: September 03, 2005

Venue: ElginTown Hall car park

Please bring stout footware, outdoor clothing and any food you may require. BOOKING is essential. Contact mobile: 07967 748937
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 2.5 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 46

A New Look at the Highland Boundary Fault on Bute

Recent geological investigation on Bute has revealed that the Highland Boundary Fault may have been formed as much as 546 Million years earlier than has been accepted for some time. Julian Hill will examine the evidence, weather permitting, on walk in Scalpsie Bay where evidence of the fault can be seen.

Date: September 03, 2005

Venue: The Museum, Stuart Street, Rothesay, Bute

Please call to check details before attending as arrangements may change depending on the weather. Bring sturdy boots and suitable outdoor clothing. Donations to the Museum are welcomed. Children under 15 should be accompanied by an adult.
Start Time: 12.00pm
Duration: 3+ hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 60

Edinburgh's Volcano - Exploring Arthur's Seat

Travel back in time to a very different Edinburgh, when the climate was tropical and Arthur's Seat spurted red-hot lava. This event, suitable for all the family, explores the story of Arthur's Seat and Salisbury Crags.

Date: September 03, 2005

Venue: Holyrood Park

Organised by the Lothian and Borders RIGS group and Geowalks.
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: no
URL: http://www.edinburghgeolsoc.org/r_home.html

Drop in event: no
Event ID 74

Drystone Dyking Weekend

This weekend course led by local expert James Watt gives an introduction to this ancient craft. Please wear stout footware and gloves and bring a packed lunch, lump hammer, spade, and crowbar if you have them. Places are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment. This event is designed for the over 18's - 16 and 17 year olds welcome if accompanied.

Date: September 03, 2005 Until September 04, 2005

Venue: Bennachie Centre, Chapel of Garioch

If you have any special needs, please contact the Bennachie Centre for advice.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: per day 6 hrs
Cost: £45
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 109

A Railway on Raasay

Walk the line of the former Iron Mine railway on the beautiful Isle of Raasay with the local Highland Council Ranger. During the 1914-18 war, German prisoners were put to work here in contravention of the Geneva convention.

Date: September 03, 2005

Venue: Suishnish, Isle of Raasay

A 7km walk, steep in places. Meet at Sconser ferry terminal at 10.00am to catch the 10.30 ferry. Walking boots and waterproofs essential. Bring a packed lunch. No unaccompanied children.
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 5 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 132

Rock Gymnasium

Piggy backs, somersaults and flick flacks. Walk through the turbulent geological landscape of the Moine Thrust around Rassal. This walk will take us through Rassal Ashwoods to an old copper mine then up to the summit of Sgurr a’ Gharaidh. Time: 10.30am. - +/- 5.00pm Grade ‘D’

Date: September 03, 2005

Venue: Meet: at the Rassal Ashwoods Carpark.

Please wear suitable footware, clothing and a packed lunch. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Start Time: 10.30am
Duration: 7 hours hrs
Cost: free
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: no
Event ID 145

Calton Hill

A walk over the hill taking in its geological setting and history. This World Heritage Site has some classical buildings associated with the New Town and its famous architects.

Date: September 02, 2005

Venue: Calton Hill Steps, East end of Waterloo Place, Edinburgh

Stout footwear and appropriate clothing.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: no
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 65

Geological Exhibition

Free entry to the Geological Exhibition for all. Over 2000 square feet of rocks, fossils and minerals in three large rooms: rocks interpret the geology of the Northern Highlands; fossils and minerals are from all over the World.

Date: September 01, 2005 Until September 10, 2005

Venue: Orcadian Stone Co. Ltd., Main Street, Golspie

Open from 9am until 5.30pm. Come anytime. Closed on Sundays. Contact email: enquiries@orcadianstone.co.uk
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 1 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: no
URL: www.orcadianstone.co.uk

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 32

DIG THE STONES

Handle stones and fossils and find out about being a geologist.

Date: September 01, 2005 Until September 30, 2005

Venue: Huntly Brander Museum, Huntly Square

For the whole of September. Closed on Sundays, Mondays and Public Holidays. Contact email: ann.bowes@aberdeenshire.gov.uk
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 2.5 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/heritage

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 34

FUNKY FOSSILS

Display of fossils and fossils to feel.

Date: September 01, 2005 Until September 30, 2005

Venue: Carnegie Museum, The Square, Inverurie

Open throughout September, closed on Tuesdays and Sundays. Mon & Wed - Fri: 14:00-16:30; Sat: 10:00-13:00 & 14:00-16:00. Contact email: ann.bowes@aberdeenshire.gov.uk
Start Time: 2.00pm
Duration: 2.5 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.aberdeenshire.gov.co.uk/heritage

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 35

GEOLOGY ROCKS

Handle rocks and fossils

Date: September 01, 2005 Until September 30, 2005

Venue: Banchory Museum, Bridge Street, Banchory

Throughout September. Museum open Mon-Sat 11:00-13:00 and 14:00-16:30. Contact email: ann.bowes@aberdeenshire.gov.uk
Start Time: 11.00am
Duration: 2 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/heritage

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 36

Landscapes and Seascapes of Dumfries and Galloway

An illustrated half hour talk describing the geology behind the wonderful landscapes and seascapes of Dumfies and Galloway. Weekdays at 10:15 to 10:45 and 15:15 to 15:45.

Date: September 01, 2005 Until October 01, 2005

Venue: Gem Rock Museum

Twice daily talks every weekday throughout the Scottish Geology Festival.
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 0.5 hrs
Cost: Adult £3.75; Child £2.25; Conc. £3.25; Family £9.50
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.gemrock.net

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 45

Fossils of 'The Old Red'

A new museum, themed "In the Steps of Hugh Miller",which opened in 2004, features an outstanding fossils display, including many long-term loans from the NMS National Miller Collection. To be supported during Festival by talks and presentations (details tbc)

Date: September 01, 2005 Until September 30, 2005

Venue: Miller House Museum, Church Street, CROMARTY IV11 8XA, Ross

Entry to museum & presentations at half-price (or 2 for the price of one) for duration of Festival on production of Festival publicity.
Start Time: 12.00pm
Duration: 5 daily hrs
Cost: Half price admissions
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.hughmiller.org

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 76

Ask a Dinosaur

Email your question on geology, rocks, fossils, minerals and dinosaurs to the 'Rock Docosaurus' during the Festival... Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Why the egg of course!....

Date: September 01, 2005 Until October 01, 2005

Venue: Internet

Email dinosaur@museum.gla.ac.uk with your question.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 8 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 77

Ask a Dinosaur

Email your question on geology, rocks, fossils, minerals and dinosaurs to the 'Rock Docosaurus' during the Festival... Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Why the egg of course!....

Date: September 01, 2005 Until October 01, 2005

Venue: Internet

Email dinosaur@museum.gla.ac.uk with your question.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 8 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 78

Ask a Dinosaur

Email your question on geology, rocks, fossils, minerals and dinosaurs to the 'Rock Docosaurus' during the Festival... Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Why the egg of course!....

Date: September 01, 2005 Until October 01, 2005

Venue: Internet

Email dinosaur@museum.gla.ac.uk with your question.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 8 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 79

Ask a Dinosaur

Email your question on geology, rocks, fossils, minerals and dinosaurs to the 'Rock Docosaurus' during the Festival... Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Why the egg of course!....

Date: September 01, 2005 Until October 01, 2005

Venue: Internet

Email dinosaur@museum.gla.ac.uk with your question.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 8 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 80

Ask a Dinosaur

Email your question on geology, rocks, fossils, minerals and dinosaurs to the 'Rock Docosaurus' during the Festival... Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Why the egg of course!....

Date: September 01, 2005 Until October 01, 2005

Venue: Internet

Email dinosaur@museum.gla.ac.uk with your question.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 8 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 81

Ask a Dinosaur

Email your question on geology, rocks, fossils, minerals and dinosaurs to the 'Rock Docosaurus' during the Festival... Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Why the egg of course!....

Date: September 01, 2005 Until October 01, 2005

Venue: Internet

Email dinosaur@museum.gla.ac.uk with your question.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 8 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 82

Ask a Dinosaur

Email your question on geology, rocks, fossils, minerals and dinosaurs to the 'Rock Docosaurus' during the Festival... Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Why the egg of course!....

Date: September 01, 2005 Until October 01, 2005

Venue: Internet

Email dinosaur@museum.gla.ac.uk with your question.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 8 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 83

Ask a Dinosaur

Email your question on geology, rocks, fossils, minerals and dinosaurs to the 'Rock Docosaurus' during the Festival... Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Why the egg of course!....

Date: September 01, 2005 Until October 01, 2005

Venue: Internet

Email dinosaur@museum.gla.ac.uk with your question.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 8 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 84

Ask a Dinosaur

Email your question on geology, rocks, fossils, minerals and dinosaurs to the 'Rock Docosaurus' during the Festival... Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Why the egg of course!....

Date: September 01, 2005 Until October 01, 2005

Venue: Internet

Email dinosaur@museum.gla.ac.uk with your question.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 8 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 85

Ask a Dinosaur

Email your question on geology, rocks, fossils, minerals and dinosaurs to the 'Rock Docosaurus' during the Festival... Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Why the egg of course!....

Date: September 01, 2005 Until October 01, 2005

Venue: Internet

Email dinosaur@museum.gla.ac.uk with your question.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 8 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 86

Ask a Dinosaur

Email your question on geology, rocks, fossils, minerals and dinosaurs to the 'Rock Docosaurus' during the Festival... Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Why the egg of course!....

Date: September 01, 2005 Until October 01, 2005

Venue: Internet

Email dinosaur@museum.gla.ac.uk with your question.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 8 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 87

Ask a Dinosaur

Email your question on geology, rocks, fossils, minerals and dinosaurs to the 'Rock Docosaurus' during the Festival... Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Why the egg of course!....

Date: September 01, 2005 Until October 01, 2005

Venue: Internet

Email dinosaur@museum.gla.ac.uk with your question.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 8 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 88

Ask a Dinosaur

Email your question on geology, rocks, fossils, minerals and dinosaurs to the 'Rock Docosaurus' during the Festival... Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Why the egg of course!....

Date: September 01, 2005 Until October 01, 2005

Venue: Internet

Email dinosaur@museum.gla.ac.uk with your question.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 8 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 89

Ask a Dinosaur

Email your question on geology, rocks, fossils, minerals and dinosaurs to the 'Rock Docosaurus' during the Festival... Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Why the egg of course!....

Date: September 01, 2005 Until October 01, 2005

Venue: Internet

Email dinosaur@museum.gla.ac.uk with your question.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 8 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 90

Ask a Dinosaur

Email your question on geology, rocks, fossils, minerals and dinosaurs to the 'Rock Docosaurus' during the Festival... Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Why the egg of course!....

Date: September 01, 2005 Until October 01, 2005

Venue: Internet

Email dinosaur@museum.gla.ac.uk with your question.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 8 hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 91

Ask a Dinosaur

Email your question on geology, rocks, fossils, minerals and dinosaurs to the 'Rock Docosaurus' during the Festival... Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Why the egg of course!....

Date: September 01, 2005 Until October 01, 2005

Venue: Internet

Email dinosaur@museum.gla.ac.uk with your question.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 8 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 111

Ask a Dinosaur

Email your question on geology, rocks, fossils, minerals and dinosaurs to the 'Rock Docosaurus' during the Festival... Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Why the egg of course!....

Date: September 01, 2005 Until October 01, 2005

Venue: Internet

Email dinosaur@museum.gla.ac.uk with your question.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 8 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 112

Landscapes and Seascapes of Dumfries and Galloway

An illustrated half hour talk describing the geology behind the wonderful landscapes and seascapes of Dumfies and Galloway. Weekdays at 10:15 to 10:45 and 15:15 to 15:45.

Date: September 01, 2005 Until October 01, 2005

Venue: Rock Museum

Beneath Your Feet!

A museum exhibition showcasing some of the many hundreds of fossils, rocks and crystals collected at Hawick Museum over the last 150 years.

Date: September 01, 2005 Until October 31, 2005

Venue: Drumlanrig's Tower

exhibition free to Scottish Borders residents
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 10-5 daily hrs
Cost: Adult £2.50, conc. £1.50, under 16 free
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 152

Beneath Your Feet!

A museum exhibition showcasing some of the many hundreds of fossils, rocks and crystals collected at Hawick Museum over the last 150 years

Date: September 01, 2005 Until October 31, 2005

Venue: Drumlanrig's Tower, High Street, Hawick

Other Information. (max 25 words)
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 10-5 daily hrs
Cost: free to Scottish Borders residents, other wise adult £2.50, conc. £1.5
Wheelchair access: yes
Drop in event: yes
Event ID 153

Geology Tours at the National Museums of Scotland

During the festival, some of the special themed afternoon tours at the Royal Museum and Museum of Scotland will have a geological theme. Join the guides on their tours around these fascinating museums with their fascinating and important objects. Look out on the museum's website for more details nearer the time.

Date: May 09, 2005

Venue: Royal Museum & Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street

Dates, times and titles will be available on the NMS website nearer the time.
Start Time: 9.00am
Duration: 1 hour hrs
Cost: Free
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.nms.ac.uk

Drop in event: no
Event ID 100

FANTASTIC FOSSILS

Display focussing on the World's oldest air-breathing fossil which was found at Stonehaven by local collector (Michael Newman).

Date: May 01, 2005 Until October 31, 2005

Venue: Tolbooth Museum, Stonehaven Harbour

Closed on Tuesdays.
Start Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: FREE
Wheelchair access: yes
URL: www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/heritage

Drop in event: yes
Event ID 33

www.scottishgeology.com - Website maintained by Hunterian Museum