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SUMMARY:Field trip - 24 September 2022: Peter Lewis Memorial Goldpanning Excursion with Gordon Poole (FGS).
DESCRIPTION:Gold Panning in a scenic spot!\n\n\n\nJoin us for a most enjoyable training event\, gold panning with geologist\, Gordon Poole (FGS). This excursion is an Annual Meeting in memory of Past President of IGA\, Peter Lewis for whom gold panning was a favourite hobby. The outing this year will take place at Bohernabreena\, Co. Dublin.  \n\n\n\nIGA is most grateful to the Geological Survey of Ireland\, and Senior Geologist James Hodgson in particular\, for the loan of pans and sieves for this event where you can learn a skill and find a nugget (though we have only had shows of gold so far but several of them per outing!). No need to bring your own kit\, but a pair of wellies and  gloves are advised. \n\n\n\nPlease Book HERE for this memorable event!
URL:https://geology.ie/event/field-trip-september-2022-peter-lewis-memorial-goldpanning-excursion-with-gordon-poole-fgs/
LOCATION:Bohernabreena\, Co. Dublin\, Ireland\, Bohernabreena Reservoir\, Dublin
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Irish Geological Association & International Association of Hydrogeologists\, Irish Group: Day Excursion - Glen of the Downs SAC\, Co. Wicklow
DESCRIPTION:Credit: Alphonse Dousseau/Wikiwand\n\n\n\n\n\nLeaders: Dr. Alison Orr & Dr Gerry Baker(both of Arup)\n\n\n\nTO REGISTER please fill in the form HERE  \n\n\n\nRegistration is on a first come\, first served basis \n\n\n\nABSTRACT \n\n\n\nGlen of the Downs\, or Gleann dá Ghrua\, means ‘The Valley of the Two Brows’. It is a 2 km long wooded glacial valley with steep sides rising to almost 250m. It contains a designated Nature Reserve comprising 59 ha\, and is a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) based on the presence of Old Quercus petraea Sessile Oak woods with Ilex aquifolium (Holly) and Blechnum spicant (Hard Fern or Deer Fern). Bellevue was the name of the 19th Century Estate that included Glen of the Downs and there are some features\, such as the Octagon on the eastern brow\, from that time.Tufa springs are located in the northern part of the forest\, less than 1km along a forest path to the locations. The final part of the walk to the springs is across rough ground and access will require sturdy footwear. The excursion will focus on Tufa in Ireland and how it is considered within the planning process. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCredit: Alison Orr\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMEETING POINT: \n\n\n\nThe excursion will meet at Glen of the Downs car park just off the southbound lanes of the M11. Latitude: 53.136 Longitude: -6.11624. Great care is needed when entering and especially when exiting this Car park as there is usually lots of traffic on the N11 and it is all moving at c. 80km/hr or more. \n\n\n\nFor anyone coming by car from Dublin City Centre via the M50/N 11 this route takes up to 1 hour. Glen of the Downs is south of Kilmacanogue.If you are travelling by car and you have spare places in your car that you would share\, please let Stephen Carrington know. Ditto if you would like to take a car space that is offered. \n\n\n\nPUBLIC TRANSPORT \n\n\n\nBus Éireann Route 133\, Wicklow – Dublin Sunday service\n\n\n\nhttps://www.buseireann.ie/inner.php?id=406&form-view-timetables-from=&form-view-timetables-to=&form-view-timetables-route=133&form-view-timetables-submit=1 \n\n\n\nhttps://www.buseireann.ie/timetable/3160.pdf \n\n\n\nThis Bus runs with a good service on Sundays between Dublin and Wicklow. It leaves from Busáras and goes through Donnybrook by UCD and south. Alight at Glenview Hotel. The journey takes 1 hour with extra time to walk to the meeting place in the Car park. Take care when walking to the Car Park\, again as traffic is usually rapid and plentiful. \n\n\n\nBASIC ITINERARY  \n\n\n\nStop 1: Car Park of Glen of the Downs National Heritage Area \n\n\n\nStop 2: Tufa Springs in the Northern part of the woods approx. 1km away along the woodland path. Some of this walk is along rough ground. \n\n\n\nReturn to Car Park via woodland walks \n\n\n\nBIOGRAPHIES OF OUR LEADERS \n\n\n\nDr. Alison Orr \n\n\n\nAlison is a hydrogeologist with nine years’ consultancy experience in hydrogeological assessment in Ireland and internationally. Alison completed a PhD in hydrogeology in Queen’s University Belfast in nutrient fate and transport. Alison’s area of expertise includes catchment science\, water quality\, environmental impact assessments\, contaminant transport modelling\, groundwater flood modelling\, hydrogeology risk assessments\, karst hydrogeology and groundwater resources. \n\n\n\nDr. Gerry Baker \n\n\n\nGerry is a hydrogeologist with over 20 years’ experience in Ireland and internationally throughout Europe and Africa. His main areas of expertise are in groundwater supply development and testing\, groundwater modelling (conceptual\, analytical\, numerical\, contaminant)\, baseline characterisation of hydrogeological environments\, hydrogeological risk assessment\, environmental impact assessment\, water monitoring programme and implementation\, soil monitoring and assessments\, urban hydrogeology\, dewatering design and implementation\, karst hydrogeology\, mine hydrogeology\, groundwater flooding\, discharges to groundwater\, and oral hearing expert witness. \n\n\n\nOutline Site Description (Wicklow Geological Site Report Excerpt)  \n\n\n\n(https://gsi.geodata.gov.ie/downloads/Geoheritage/Reports/WW023_Glen_of_the_Downs.pdf) \n\n\n\nThe Glen of the Downs comprises a deep channel that was formed by meltwater erosion on the northeastern flank of the Wicklow Mountains. The channel is oriented generally northwest–southeast\, and extends for a distance of approximately 2 km. \n\n\n\nGeological System/Age and Primary Rock Type \n\n\n\nThe feature is formed in an area of bedrock outcrop and subcrop and bedrock outcrops along the majority of the channel sides\, giving the feature its’ ‘scalped’ appearance. The feature was etched out by meltwater during deglaciation at the end of the last Ice Age\, about 12\,000 years ago. \n\n\n\nThe bedrock in the locality is dominated by greywackes and quartzites of Cambrian age. \n\n\n\nMain Geological or Geomorphological Interest \n\n\n\nThe Glen of the Downs is up to 100m deep and has a V-shaped profile. The base of the channel hosts a small stream\, which seems tiny given the depth of the channel itself. Such streams\, flowing through deep\, relict glacial meltwater channels\, are thus called ‘misfit’ streams. \n\n\n\nThe Glen of the Downs is considered to have formed completely in the Late-Glacial Period. \n\n\n\nInitially the glen was a subglacial channel\, formed under the ice\, but later carried surface glacial outwash from Glacial Lake Enniskerry southwards. As well as this\, the channel carried huge amounts of subglacial meltwater draining the ice sheet which extended into Wicklow from the Irish Sea Basin. This very high energy meltwater flow resulted in the Glen of the Downs’ unusual depth and size. \n\n\n\nMuch of the sides of the channel are very steep\, and are nowadays covered in broadleaf forestry. The glen has an irregular long profile\, which means that meltwater was under huge pressure from ice above\, thus proving that the channel was initially subglacial in origin. The channel probably extended further southwards but its southern portion was blocked by ice marginal sediments which forced drainage from the later glacial lake to flow eastwards towards Delgany. \n\n\n\nSite Importance – County Geological Site; recommended for Geological NHA \n\n\n\nThis is a site with excellent teaching potential on glacial meltwater erosion\, as the feature is accessible\, spectacular\, and easily viewed from roads. The N11 passes through the feature and the glen is already an SAC and proposed NHA (Site Code 000719).
URL:https://geology.ie/event/irish-geological-association-international-association-of-hydrogeologists-irish-group/
CATEGORIES:Events,Field trip,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230616T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230618T170000
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SUMMARY:Irish Geological Association -  EXCURSION to North Donegal
DESCRIPTION:Image: Geological Survey Ireland Online map Viewer\n\n\n\nLeader: Dr. Charlotte Du Pleissis\n\n\n\n\n\nStart time: Saturday 17th June\, 9.30am for 10am departure \n\n\n\nInitial Meeting place:  Holy Cross Church Dunfanaghy on the N56  \n\n\n\n55.181111\, -7.975238     https://goo.gl/maps/CCb8SefnWXCWX7jo9 \n\n\n\nTO REGISTER please fill in the form HERE \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDetailsWe will examine the outcrops\, general geology and structure underlying the striking scenery of beautiful Glenveagh National Park. The Derryveagh Mountains and Lough Veagh dominate the views\, showing off the Donegal Granite and local glacial geomorphology. We will also look at some major features of the Dalradian rocks in the area – the Ards Quartzite (Appin Group) at Ards\, north to the famous Horn Head Slide that represents a major time break in Dalradian rocks of the region. There are granites\, schists\, quartzites\, lamprophyres and metadolerite\, structural geology\, indeed something for everyone!During the weekend we will also look at how saxicolous\, terricolous and associated flora owe a lot to the nature of the local geology.\n\n\n\n Courtesy of Maria Cullen\n\n\n\nDunfanaghy Village\, North Donegal is our base as it is most central to our activities.On Saturday 17th June there is quite a lot to do at Glenveagh including walks\, the Castle\, and the gardens. We will have the support of Glenveagh Head Gardener\, Seán Ó’ Gaoithín and other National Parks & Wildlife Service staff. A short walk to the west of Glenveagh will allow us to identify the contact between the granite and the quartzite through a view of the landscape topography. Parking is adequate at this point.  We will cross the road near the junction of R256 and R251 & then ascend the hill through bracken/heather.We will then take a very scenic drive further west to Dunlewy to see Errigal Mt\, the old church\, the Poisoned Glen\, and the lake.https://www.welovedonegal.com/old-church-dunlewey-poisoned-glen.htmlOn Sunday 18th June we will take in the Ards Peninsula and the spectacular coastline there. (Low tide on Saturday 17th June is at 12 noon\, so that suits us for the examination of exposures).We advise car-pooling where possible as parking needs must be considered on some of the stops. In the Google registration Form there is a space for you to opt-in to carpooling either as a drvier or a passenger. \n\n\n\nAbout Dr. Charlotte Du PlessisCharlotte completed her primary degree in Natural Sciences at Trinity College Dublin and stayed on to complete her PhD on the Carboniferous South Donegal Basin. Charlotte grew up in the Gaeltacht of wonderful North Donegal. After 11 years working as a geologist in Norway\, Charlotte has returned to her native soil and so we are fortunate to have the insights of language\, history and geology of the region in one person as our leader for this special weekend.
URL:https://geology.ie/event/irish-geological-association-excursion-to-north-donegal/
CATEGORIES:Events,Field trip,Field Trips
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230728T235959
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SUMMARY:IGA EXCURSIONIona and Mull\, Scotland23rd - 28th July\, 2023 Only 3 places left!!
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Prof. Emeritus Stephen Daly (UCD) & Dr. Michael Flowerdew (CASP) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat you will see \n\n\n\nIona: c. 2.7 billion year old Lewisian Complex (granitic gneisses with minor intrusive rocks\, anorthosite and marble) and unconformably overlying Iona Group (low grade metamorphosed conglomerates\, sandstones and siltstones) cut by Ross of Mull Granite. \n\n\n\nMull: High metamorphic grade Moine metasediments\, Ross of Mull Granite\, Cenozoic basalt (like Antrim) including spectacular columnar jointing. Possible 1/2 day boat trip to Staffa. \n\n\n\nTravel Options: Fly Dublin-Glasgow\, train to Oban (option to rent car or meet someone driving over) or Car from Ireland to Belfast for the ferry to Cairnryan and drive to Oban; car ferry Oban to Craignure and drive to accommodation Daily foot passenger ferry available to Iona (no cars). \n\n\n\nAccommodation: Self-catering cottage and camping:https://www.islandholidaycottages.com/https://fiddenfarm.co.uk/visiting-fidden-farm/ \n\n\n\nBoat option: Beneteau Oceanis 523 with 3 cabins (so up to 6 people). 23rd – 29th July. Skipper David will sail from Oban to bring us to/meet us at Mull and Iona (own cabin €914 and shared cabin for 2 is pps €457). This conditional booking\, for the yacht with skipper\, will disappear in 3 days time.  \n\n\n\nFor full details on all aspects please contact:Stephen at (excursions@geology.ie 086 2201600) or Maria (087 3581302) \n\n\n\nTravel to this excursion latest 23rd July. Field days: 24\, 25\, 26\, 27\, 28 last day finish and return (5 nights accommodation\, 4 days in field) \n\n\n\nPlease note: A contribution to leader costs will be made by each participant
URL:https://geology.ie/event/iga-excursioniona-and-mull-scotland23rd-28th-july-2023-only-3-places-left/
CATEGORIES:Events,Field trip,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230816T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230816T210000
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SUMMARY:IGA & Heritage Week - Geology\, History and Biodiversity of St. Mary's Church
DESCRIPTION:Every building tells a story through its history\, but can the history of the stones which built it reveal more secrets? Investigating where these rocks came from\, how they were carved and how they got there can tell us about trade\, transport and technical capabilities at the time.Also at this site we can examine the lichens\, mosses\, liverworts and flowering plants to tell us about the more recent history of the building.The Irish Geological Association’s Laura Smith\, Maria Cullen and Bill Sheppard have again teamed up with New Ross Street Focus’ Historian\, Myles Courtney to piece together the quarrying and trade history of St. Mary’s and the significance this holds in the story at St Mary’s Church.This event explores a historic site form different perspectives including the geology of the stones used to make St. Mary’s and the tombstones around it as well as the lichens and mosses that live on these stones.The trip will be lead by a local historian\, geologists\, one who is also a geobiologist\, giving a multi-faceted picture of St. Mary’s.You can register for the event by filling in this form: https://forms.gle/HTULZMsPp4JHAJdc8Places are limited! You will be notified once you have registered if your registration has been successful or you have been placed on a waiting list.This event is part of the Festival of Irish Geology by the Irish Geological Association
URL:https://geology.ie/event/iga-heritage-week-geology-history-and-biodiversity-of-st-marys-church/
CATEGORIES:Events,Field trip,Field Trips,Heritage Week
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230819T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230819T123000
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SUMMARY:IGA & Heritage Week - Wild Child Rock N Shake Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Rathmines Library\, 157 Lower Rathmines Road\, D06 K2K6\, Co. Dublin – Dublin City \n\n\n\nGet ready for an incredible journey through time as we combine the thrilling world of earthquakes with the fascinating realm of rocks\, minerals and fossils! Join Laura Reilly and Frank Clissmann for an event full of excitement and discovery perfect for children and families.Location: Exhibition Room\, Rathmines LibraryMore about the library including transport and accessibility at: https://www.dublincity.ie/residential/libraries/find-library/rathmines-libraryFeaturing… \n\n\n\n\nEarthquake Adventure Zone – Experience making and seeing your own earthquake and become a seismologist! Learn the science about the Earthquakes happening in Ireland and all around the Globe. From tiny tremors to massive quakes\, you’ll explore the incredible forces that shape our world.\n\n\n\nFossil and Crystal Exploration Expedition: Embark on a journey back in time as we delve into the world of ancient creatures and rocks. Get hands-on with fossils including a fossilised shark tooth and learn how palaeontologists uncover the secrets of prehistoric life. Unearth the mysteries of dinosaurs\, and become a junior fossil detective!Chat with Community Seismology officer Laura and Geologist Frank who have dedicated their lives to unravelling the mysteries of our planet’s past. Be inspired to explore the world of science.Don’t miss this unforgettable opportunity to journey through time\, experiencing the Earth’s dynamic history. A day of hands-on learning\, excitement\, and family-friendly fun will leave you inspired by the wonders of our planet’s past.Get ready to rock and shake on a one-of-a-kind adventure!This event is part of the Festival of Irish Geology by the Irish Geological Association.
URL:https://geology.ie/event/iga-heritage-week-wild-child-rock-n-shake-adventure/
CATEGORIES:Events,Field trip,Field Trips,Heritage Week
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230819T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230819T130000
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SUMMARY:IGA & Heritage Week - Great Sugar Loaf - A Geological Exposé
DESCRIPTION:Great Sugar Loaf Mountain\, Red Lane Car Park\, Co. Wicklow \n\n\n\nOne of the most iconic landscape features of the North Wicklow area is surely the Sugar Loaf. It is a fitting location for an event during this particular Heritage Week given that the volcanic nature of this icon has been frequently passed down through the generations\, within communities and even in schools. \n\n\n\nDr Bill Sheppard\, a geologist with a background in numerous studies of volcanic rocks globally\, and more locally at Avoca Mine and throughout the Southeast of Ireland\, will lead this event.Initially\, he will show how to identify volcanic rocks using rock samples and photographic images. Volcanic rocks come in a very diverse array of textures\, compositions and colours. However\, by understanding the various settings and characteristics one can grasp a reasonable understanding of what one is looking at/for. Progressively as one finds different volcanic rocks in an area the make-up of a volcanic area emerges. \n\n\n\nFollowing this introduction\, the group will traverse the c. 1-hour trail to the top of the Sugar Loaf\, stopping along the way to talk about the rocks around us. In this way the geological story of the Sugar Loaf will be revealed by the time the summit is reached. \n\n\n\nAt or near the summit there will be an opportunity to view the landscape below us\, impart the various geological elements in the landscape and the impact geology has on our heritage.Meeting place: Red Lane Car Park (Lat Long: 53.1475838\,-6.1575913; GRID REF: O 235 120) off the L1031 road. \n\n\n\nTo book\, please email president@geology.ieMaximum: 15 participants.Please book early to avoid disappointment.
URL:https://geology.ie/event/iga-heritage-week-great-sugar-loaf-a-geological-expose/
CATEGORIES:Events,Field trip,Field Trips,Heritage Week
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230820T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230820T150000
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SUMMARY:IGA & Heritage Week - Geology of the Hook Peninsula
DESCRIPTION:Hook Peninsula\, Co. Wexford \n\n\n\nThe Hook Head peninsula is renowned for exquisite rock exposures with a variety of geology that encapsulates many of the important events in the Palaeozoic history of south east Ireland. The outcrops are all coastal and require short walks (up to 1 km) across fields and uneven rocky foreshores to access. We will combine thinking about physical sedimentary structures with evidence from trace fossils\, palaeoecology and palaeocurrents to build up a picture of where we are on the depositional profile in south east Ireland. \n\n\n\nMeeting Place: Car park opposite Templetown Church Ruins\, Templetown\, Co. WexfordGoogle Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/38LJr1yKHq4ffvEr8Coordinates: 52.179943\, -6.894294 \n\n\n\nWe will be stopping at four localities altogether:Booley Bay -Considered one of Wexford’s hidden gems! A locality to see some Late Cambrian turbidites sequences.Sandeel Bay -To look at the river deposits from the end of the Devonian Period.Little Cove NW of Hook Head Lighthouse -Here we will examine the contact between the Bullockpark Bay dolomite and Ballysteen Formation (faults\, fluids and wider significance for Irish-type mineral deposits).Hook Head Lighthouse -One of Ireland’s best known geological sites (Hammer-free zone)!This event is part of the Festival of Irish Geology hosted by the Irish Geological Association. It will be led by geologists Tara Leacey Smith and Laura Smith.Please note: Parking is limited at some locations so please carpool where possible.Duration: 4 hrsYou can register for this event at https://forms.gle/Cg533kt4WByUM9Rz6
URL:https://geology.ie/event/iga-heritage-week-geology-of-the-hook-peninsula/
CATEGORIES:Events,Field trip,Field Trips,Heritage Week
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240306T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240306T200000
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CREATED:20240305T091007Z
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SUMMARY:Visit to Earth Surface Research Laboratory
DESCRIPTION:This will take around 2 hours. It will involve a preliminary talk by Victoria Lowe to illustrate how the facilities of the lab have been applied to a contemporary research project. A tour of the lab and its analytical facilities will follow led by the Director of ESRL\, Dr. Michael Stock. \n\n\n\nNumbers: Limited to 15 attendees.
URL:https://geology.ie/event/visit-to-earth-surface-research-laboratory/
CATEGORIES:Events,Field trip,Field Trips,other,Other event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240531T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240602T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190223
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SUMMARY:IGA Whit Weekend Excursion
DESCRIPTION:Roundstone\, Co. Galway and Environs\n\n\n\nLeader: Maria Cullen \n\n\n\nThree Granites\, Two Beaches\, One Island and Lots of Life!\n\n\n\nThis weekend excursion (2 days of the long bank-holiday weekend)\, we will explore three distinct Caledonian Granites (c. 400Ma) of the Bertraghboy Bay area – Murvey\, Errisbeg and Roundstone – in their type localities. Errisbeg Mountain (300m) displays the boundary between the granite there with older Lower Palaeozoic Amphibolite rocks\, of the Metagabbro-Gneiss Suite (470Ma)\, to the north. We will visit two stunning Foraminifera “sand” beaches\, at Dog’s Bay and Gorteen. In between the beaches lies an Isthmus leading south to a hammerhead-shaped Tombolo with Earawalla Point in the West and Gorteen Point to the East. Inis Ní\, an island\, connected by a causeway just east of Roundstone Village\, will another focal point of our excursion.
URL:https://geology.ie/event/iga-whit-weekend-excursion/
CATEGORIES:Events,Field trip,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250726T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250726T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190223
CREATED:20250618T095435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T220647Z
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SUMMARY:The 3rd Annual IGA Visit to the Royal Irish Academy (RHA) Annual Art Exhibition 2025
DESCRIPTION:Leader Bill Sheppard \n\n\n\n\n\nBill Sheppard\, having attended the opening of the Exhibition\, is delighted to confirm that this year’s RHA Annual Art Exhibition has much to offer the geological enquiring mind. Many of Ireland’s  leading Irish artists again exhibit works on which to base discussion of the geological aspects within their works. The exhibition also affords the opportunity to enjoy/be challenged by the range of art on show.  Artist-members of the IGA are particularly welcome.
URL:https://geology.ie/event/the-3rd-annual-iga-visit-to-the-royal-irish-academy-rha-annual-art-exhibition-2025/
CATEGORIES:Field trip,Field Trips,Lecture,Lectures,other,Other event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250920T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250920T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190223
CREATED:20250909T090502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T090506Z
UID:3255-1758366000-1758387600@geology.ie
SUMMARY:Peter Lewis Memorial Gold Panning Excursion
DESCRIPTION:The outing promises to promote interpersonal interactions among participants\, providing yet another opportunity for the eclectic gatherings of the IGA to enjoy a great day out. Everyone will have the chance to pan for gold and witness the small sluice in action in the field\, encouraging collaboration and a pleasant\, shared experience. As always\, what makes the day is the participants that choose to come along.
URL:https://geology.ie/event/peter-lewis-memorial-gold-panning-excursion/
CATEGORIES:Events,Field trip,Field Trips,Workshop
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