BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Irish Geological Association - ECPv6.15.17//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Irish Geological Association X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://geology.ie X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Irish Geological Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Dublin BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20210328T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20211031T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220330T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220330T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20220308T135743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220329T114026Z UID:1815-1648666800-1648670400@geology.ie SUMMARY:AGM and New Website Launch DESCRIPTION:View the AGM Agenda HERE.You can register via the Google Form HERE\,or register by email to info@geology.ie. URL:https://geology.ie/event/agm-and-new-website-launch/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://geology.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/AGM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220402T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220402T163000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20220308T135938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220324T092812Z UID:1817-1648895400-1648917000@geology.ie SUMMARY:Field trip - 2nd April 2022: Ballynaguilsha Quarry and The Geological Survey of Ireland Core Store\, Birr with Markus Pracht (Geological Survey Ireland) DESCRIPTION:IGA EXCURSION: BIRR AREA\, CO. OFFALY \n\n\n\nBallynaguilsha Quarry and The Geological Survey of Ireland Core Store\, Birr \n\n\n\nImage credit: John Kelly \n\n\n\nClick here for field trip notes. \n\n\n\nABSTRACT: \n\n\n\nWhat is “Waulsortian Limestone”? We will discuss the Waulsortian as a facies and in the context of stratigraphy. What are the building blocks comprising the “Waulsortian limestone” in Ireland? We will try to visualize the geometry of the “Waulsortian”. How useful is borehole data? What are its limitations? The WA limestone facies can often (but not always) be divided into several sub-facies\, depending on their relative position within the “WA complex” as seen in core or outcrop today and a simple terminology will be benchmarked against the outcrop in the quarry and later to the borehole. In the afternoon we will visit the core store of the Geological Survey of Ireland in Birr (picture on the left)\, where we will study the Grangegorman borehole (GSI-21-004). This borehole was drilled as an exploratory borehole to assess the potential for deep geothermal energy in the Dublin area. The borehole collared and penetrated 665m of basinal lithologies of (probably) Lucan Formation (Dublin Formation: Chadian-Arundian: Nolan 1986) followed by >330m of (probably) Tober Colleen Formation and terminated at 998m. The borehole is situated <200 meters to the north of the axial trace of the NE-SW trending Kings Bridge Anticline (Nolan 1986). This borehole was drilled in argillaceous limestone and dk-gy mudstone/shale. The argillaceous limestone and shale sedimentation in the Lucan Formation exhibits cyclicity (picture above). Detrital siliciclastics occur in some limestone and shales (especially in the Lucan Formation) but due to their grain size their extend is difficult to estimate. \n\n\n\nMEETING POINT \n\n\n\nBallynaguilsha Quarry \, Birr\, Co. Offaly\, 10.30am \n\n\n\nITINERARY \n\n\n\nIn the morning we will visit Ballynaguilsha Quarry to look at an outcrop of Waulsortian limestone.  In the afternoon we will visit the core store of the Geological Survey of Ireland in Birr\, where we will study the Grangegorman borehole (GSI-21-004). \n\n\n\nDate: Saturday 2nd April\, 2022\, 10.30 to 4pm. \n\n\n\nLeader: Dr Markus Pracht (GSI) \n\n\n\nRegistration on a first come\, first served basis with current IGA members having priority. \n\n\n\nPlease register HERE by Friday 25th March. \n\n\n\nN.B. All attendees will be expected to follow Covid-19 government guidelines and the IGA Covid-19 guidelines. URL:https://geology.ie/event/field-trip-2nd-april-2022-geological-survey-ireland-core-store-visit-with-markus-pracht-gsi/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://geology.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Birr-Quarry.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220413T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220413T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20211130T150947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220325T112236Z UID:1756-1649876400-1649880000@geology.ie SUMMARY:James Hendry (Adjunct Professor at UCD) : “Hot\, Salty and Faulty Dolomites: Records of Basin-Scale Fluid Flow on the Isle of Man and North Dublin Coast” DESCRIPTION:“Hot\, Salty and Faulty Dolomites: Records of Basin-Scale Fluid Flow on the Isle of Man and North Dublin Coast” \n\n\n\nBy Dr James Hendry (Adjunct Professor UCD) \n\n\n\nAbstract: \n\n\n\n\nCarboniferous platform limestones exposed on the Isle of Man and in the coastal outcrops of the NE Dublin Basin display striking examples of dolomite formation as a result of fault and fracture formation\, locally associated with base-metal mineralisation and silicification. The dolomites are proxies for large-scale circulation of salty\, metal-enriched fluids\, but the details and timing of these fluids can be difficult to constrain. This talk will review 1) field\, petrographic and geochemical data from NE Dublin and the Isle of Man and discuss whether these areas are discrete cases of dolomite formation or part of a regionally extensive “plumbing system”; 2) whether these dolomite-rich rocks might host recoverable ore deposits\, or even hydrocarbons. \n\n\n\n\nBiography: \n\n\n\n\nFirst degree: Natural Sciences (Cambridge) \n\n\n\nPhD: Carbonate sedimentary petrology and geochemistry (Liverpool) \n\n\n\n Postdocs: (1) Royal Society European Fellowship using coral reef diagenesis to record fluid flow history in a foreland basin \n\n\n\n                  (2) Elf UK Research Fellowships studying controls on North Sea oil reservoir quality \n\n\n\n Academic: (1) Queen’s University Belfast – lecturer \n\n\n\n                    (2) University of Portsmouth UK – senior / principal lecturer \n\n\n\n Industry: (1) BG Group UK – senior reservoir geologist coordinating first “western” evaluation of a giant field in the former Soviet Union. \n\n\n\n                 (2) Shell Global Solutions International (Netherlands) – senior carbonate geologist mostly working on a giant Arabian Gulf gas field. \n\n\n\n                 (3) Tullow Oil Limited – lead / principal exploration geoscientist involved in new ventures (S. America\, Africa\, Europe) plus working exploration licences offshore Jamaica and Peru. \n\n\n\nOther: About 30 research papers published\, editor of Geological Society Special Publication 509 on Seismic Characterisation of Carbonate Platforms and Reservoirs\, associate editor for “Sedimentology”. \n\n\n\nI left Tullow in 2020\, since then set up my own consultancy\, was also appointed Adjunct Professor at UCD and Professional Member of the IGI. \n\n\n\nAm currently part time Executive Officer for the International Association of Sedimentologists and looking for / conducting technical consultancy the rest of the time. \n\n\n\nInterests: Sedimentology\, petrography\, diagenesis\, regional geology and exploration play definition\, plus particular focus on carbonate geology and geochemistry. \n\n\n\n\nDate and Time: Wednesday\, 13 April 2022\, between 19:00 pm and 20:00 via Zoom. \n\n\n\nTo Register: please register here (in case of problem\, e-mail  info@geology.ie)  \n\n\n\nA Zoom link will be sent on the day to those who have registered. URL:https://geology.ie/event/james-hendry/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://geology.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/James-Hendry-photo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220423T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220423T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20220308T140116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220420T191431Z UID:1819-1650711600-1650718800@geology.ie SUMMARY:Down to Earth - Exploring Ireland's Geology Exhibition Visit (Michèle Castiaux and Patrick Roycroft\, IGA) DESCRIPTION:Down to Earth – Exploring Ireland’s Geology Exhibition\n\n\n\nDetails TBC. National Museum of Ireland\, Benburb St\, Dublin 7\, D07 XKV4. URL:https://geology.ie/event/down-to-earth-exploring-irelands-geology-exhibition-visit-michele-castiaux-and-patrick-roycroft-iga/ LOCATION:National Museum of Ireland – Decorative Arts & History\, Benburb Street\, Dublin\, D07 XKV4\, Ireland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://geology.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/20211007_132529-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220507T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220507T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20220308T140352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220421T124901Z UID:1821-1651917600-1651942800@geology.ie SUMMARY:IGA Field Trip\, 7 May 2022: Geology and Hydrology of the Fore Abbey/Lough Bane/Slieve na Calliagh Areas with Dr Robert Meehan (An Talamh Ireland) DESCRIPTION:IAH (Irish Group) members are most welcome. \n\n\n\n\n\nBooking is now OPEN for this day excursion \n\n\n\nPlease book early to avoid disappointment HERE \n\n\n\nWhat? The Seven Wonders of Fore – their geological significance \n\n\n\nPhoto Credit: Robert Meehan\n\n\n\nBedrock\, Glacial action\, Karst and Karstification\, Holocene hydrology\, Soils\, Peat \n\n\n\nLunch at Fore (packed lunch advised) \n\n\n\nLough Bane \n\n\n\nBedrock\, Glacial action\, Karst and Karstification\, Holocene hydrology\, Soils\, Water supply \n\n\n\nSlieve na Calliagh (Loughcrew\, Co. Meath) \n\n\n\nBedrock\, Glacial action\, Megalithic Tombs\, Catchment hydrology\, Soils \n\n\n\nSt. Kieran’s Well \n\n\n\nBedrock\, Glacial action\, Karst and Karstification\, Heritage and folklore in geology \n\n\n\nWhy? This is an amazing excursion to a fantastic area with our erudite leader\, Dr. Robert Meehan\, hydrogeologist and author of “Making of Meath” \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nONLINE RESOURCES FOR THIS EXCURSION: \n\n\n\nwww.bogfire.com/Graphic_Design/Book_Design/Making_of_Meath/making_of_meath/Making_of_Meath_book.htmlgsi.geodata.gov.ie/downloads/Geoheritage/Reports/WH008_Fore_Hills.pdfgsi.geodata.gov.ie/downloads/Geoheritage/Reports/WH014_Lough_Bane_Lough_Glass.pdfwww.gsi.ie/en-ie/publications/Pages/Geoschol-Westmeath-Geology.aspxwww.tara.tcd.ie/handle/2262/79315?show=full Conor Quinlan PhD 2010 with Dr. David Drew ‘Karstification and groundwater-surface water interactions in the Meath-Westmeath lakeland region’\, [thesis]\, Trinity College (Dublin\, Ireland). Department of Geography\, pp 363www.npws.ie/sites/default/files/publications/pdf/IWM124.pdfwww.catchments.ie/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/Abstraction-Lakes-Final-Report-Jan09.pdftheirishaesthete.com/tag/fore/bogwarrior.com/2016/09/30/7-wonders-of-fore/visionsofthepastblog.com/2018/02/23/fore-abbey-westmeath-ireland/www.npws.ie/sites/default/files/protected-sites/conservation_objectives/CO002120.pdfwww.npws.ie/sites/default/files/protected-sites/conservation_objectives/CO001810.pdfwww.knowth.com/loughcrew_cairns.htmmythicalireland.com/ancient-sites/loughcrew-sliabh-na-calliagh/ URL:https://geology.ie/event/iga-field-trip-may-2022-tbc-geology-and-hydrology-of-the-fore-abbey-lough-bane-area-with-dr-robbie-meehan/ LOCATION:Fore Abbey\, Co. Westmeath\, Fore\, Ireland END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220511T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220511T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20211130T150744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220429T084233Z UID:1754-1652295600-1652299200@geology.ie SUMMARY:IGA Lecture: Dr Catherine Delaney (Manchester Metropolitan University) on "Revealing the FineScale Dynamics of the Retreating Irish Ice Sheet" DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT \n\n\n\nMelt from glaciers and ice sheets will play an increasingly important role in sea-level rise in the coming centuries.  However\, the response of ice sheets and glaciers to increasing temperatures is not straightforward and varies depending on conditions at the bed of the ice sheet or glacier. As the beds of modern ice sheets are inaccessible\, a paleoglaciological approach is used – using the footprint of former ice sheets to infer conditions during deglaciation.   \n\n\n\nThis talk will examine the impact of data resolution on understanding of the retreat of the last Irish Ice Sheet.  The accuracy and usefulness of paleoglacial reconstructions depends on the recognition of associated suites of landforms and deposits – glacial landsystems – and dating of these deposits.  In Ireland\, eskers and low-amplitude landforms forming apparently chaotic hummocky topography are widely observed across the central Irish Midlands\, and have been traditionally interpreted as evidence of ice stagnation during recession of the last Irish Ice sheet after c.20\,000bp.  However\, high resolution airborne Lidar and photogrammetric DTMs\, aerial photo mapping and field survey\, indicate that the ice sheet switched between episodes of fast ice flow associated with a warm\, wet ice sheet base\, and a slower\, partly stagnant ice margin\, with parts of the margin frozen to the underlying bed.  As the ice margin receded northwestward and westward across the Irish Midlands\, large lakes were ponded between the ice margin and bedrock.  These lakes were sediment sinks\, and the deposits provide a continuous record of changing sediment inputs and associated ice dynamics.  A combination of microscale sedimentological logging and micromorphological analysis indicates that these finely laminated sediments record annual variation in sediment input\, and can be used to reconstruct meltwater inputs and associated ice sheet dynamics year by year. \n\n\n\nBIOGRAPHY \n\n\n\nDegree in Nat. Sci. TCD; PhD in Deglaciation of the Irish Midlands (eskers in particular)\, TCD; 5 years as a research assistant in UCC\, working on the record of storms in Holocene coastal stratigraphies in the West of Ireland\, Brittany and North- west Spain (lots of coring); 25 years+ atvManchester Metropolitan University. A sedimentologist and geomorphologist\, specialising in landforms and deposits formed during ice retreat; have worked primarily in Ireland\, but also in the UK and Iceland. Likes mud. A lot. \n\n\n\nTO REGISTER CLICK HERE or send an email to info@geology.ie All Welcome! \n\n\n\nZoom details will be sent on the day to those who have registered. URL:https://geology.ie/event/dr-catherine-delaney-manchester-metropolitan-university-on-irish-quaternary/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://geology.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Cathy-Delaney-Photo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220617T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220619T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20220308T140554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220603T101234Z UID:1823-1655492400-1655661600@geology.ie SUMMARY:Weekend Workshop - 17-19th June 2022: Geobiology of the Leinster Granite\, Co. Wicklow\, with Maria Cullen & Howard Fox hosted by NPWS DESCRIPTION:@ NPWS Education Centre\, Bolger’s Cottage\, Miners’ Way\, Glendalough\, Co. Wicklow \n\n\n\nPhoto credit: Maria Cullen\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are delighted to announce that booking is now open for this Weekend Workshop. Geobiology of Granite\, aplite\, pegmatite and quartz veins as well as the surrounding coticule and Ribband Group phyllite and schists. Biological groups\, mainly cryptogamic botany (spore-producers) – lichenised and non-lichenised fungi\, algae\, mosses\, liverworts\, ferns and their allies\, horsetails as well as vascular plants\, diatoms and bacteria. \n\n\n\nThe IGA booking form for this Workshop is available HERE URL:https://geology.ie/event/weekend-excursion-10-12-june-2022-geobiology-of-the-leinster-granite-co-wicklow-with-maria-cullen-and-howard-fox-npws-and-tcd/ LOCATION:Glendalough Park\, Glendalough CATEGORIES:Field trip ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://geology.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/8091702-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220629T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220629T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20220518T170704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220603T090532Z UID:2005-1656529200-1656532800@geology.ie SUMMARY:IGA Lecture - Aodhán O'Gogáin (NUIG\, iCRAG) - The Jarrow Amphibians and Ireland’s Carboniferous Coal Swamp Ecosystem DESCRIPTION:Please note DATE CHANGE. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAodhan O’Gogain (NUIG\, iCRAG) will be talking about The Jarrow Amphibians and Ireland’s Carboniferous Coal Swamp Ecosystem. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbstract: \n\n\n\nThe Jarrow fossil assemblage in County Kilkenny preserves\, in coal and shale\, a rare and diverse fauna of Carboniferous amphibians and fish. At Jarrow we get a rare glimpse of the Carboniferous world\, particularly the lush equatorial rainforest swamps\, which were teeming with fish and the first backboned animals that ventured onto land. However\, despite its significance\, this fossil site it is poorly known\, likely a result of the poor appearance of the fossils themselves in which bone has been altered and coalified. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis talk will cover three aspects. First\, we will look at the different animals that populated the estuaries\, rivers and swamps of Carboniferous Kilkenny and that are now preserved at Jarrow. Amphibians from Jarrow will be visualised using a combination of micro-computed tomography and 3D visualisation to investigate their taxonomy and highlight their importance to our understanding of early amphibian evolution and ecology. Second\, we will look at the palaeoecology of these animals and the palaeoenvironment in which they lived. Third\, we will investigate the unique way in which these animals were preserved and what caused the alteration seen in preserved bone. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAodhán O’Gogáin – Biography:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nB.A. in Geology from Trinity College Dublin\n\n\n\nMSc in Palaeobiology from the University of Bristol\n\n\n\nPhD. in Palaeontology from Trinity College Dublin. Thesis title: Application of micro-computed tomography towards a taxonomic and palaeobiological reassessment of Huxley and Wright’s (1867) tetrapods from the Jarrow Assemblage (Langsettian\, Pennsylvanian)\, Co. Kilkenny\, Ireland.\n\n\n\nPostdoctoral Researcher at NUI Galway working on Carboniferous fish and tetrapod material.\n\n\n\nResearch Assistant at NUI Galway doing conodont biostratigraphy.  Part of the iCRAG team.\n\n\n\nAlso worked on the relocation team for the Geological Survey of Ireland and was in charge of rehousing the Geological Survey Ireland fossil collection.\n\n\n\nResearch Interests: Early tetrapod evolution and ecology\, Carboniferous fish palaeoecology\, micro-computed tomography\, coal sedimentology\, fossil conservation and Irish palaeontology. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo Register: use the registration form here (if you have any issue completing the form\, please e-mail info@geology.ie). URL:https://geology.ie/event/aodhan-ogogain/ CATEGORIES:Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://geology.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Aodhan-O-Gogain-Photo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220729T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220731T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20220308T140718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220629T153915Z UID:1825-1659092400-1659290400@geology.ie SUMMARY:Weekend excursion - 29-31 July 2022: Geology of Valentia Island\, the Iveragh Peninsula with Dr. Aidan Forde (Valentia Slate) & Gosia Horajska Shaikh (Kerry Geo) DESCRIPTION:Credit: Independent.ie\n\n\n\nBooking is now open for this IGA Excursion. Please fill in the booking form HERE \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAim of Excursion: \n\n\n\nTo explore and learn about a range of geologic\, palaeontologic and heritage features in the Valentia Island and environs\, Iveragh Peninsula\, Co. Kerry with local and expert geologists. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGeneral Itinerary (weather dependent): \n\n\n\nFriday: Cnoc na dTobair (Hill of the Wells)\, weather permitting\, to take an overview of the regional geology and to get our Iveragh Peninsula and Dingle Bay bearings. Friday evening: Synopsis of the weekend and the geological context (short talk by Dr. Aidan Forde); Slate Yard in Knightstown\, location of first Transatlantic messaging. \n\n\n\nSaturday Morning: Tetrapod tracks; Valentia Slate Quarry. Saturday Afternoon: Bray Head walk to see cliff scenery and Skellig in distance (also location of 19th Century copper mine); (alternative shorter walk) Kerry Cliffs walk – cliff scenery and Skellig in distance; Lighthouse Road (Tertiary dyke\, Myriapod tracks and Devonian plant fossils). \n\n\n\nSunday morning: Boat trip to see Cathedral Cave and Beginish Gabbro (columnar jointing). Viking house on Beginish (cost sponsored by Valentia Slate); (Added option) White Strand – Peperite and Keel Tuff; (Added option) Ancient cliff collapse and storm beach at Reenadrolaun. \n\n\n\nPlease note: The Sunday Boat trip will involve a small charge for participants. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSome Accommodation in the Valentia Area and Iveragh Peninsula\, Co. Kerry \n\n\n\nPressure on accommodation is high all round the country at this time so please secure accommodation as early as possible. We are here to help where possible with co-ordination of small group bookings and general assistance. \n\n\n\nRoom at Reenglass\, Airbnb\, Valentia\, Airbnb \n\n\n\nRoyal Valentia Hotel\, Knightstown\, Valentia \n\n\n\nThe Skellig Lodge & Hostel\, Ballinskelligs \n\n\n\nSkellig Dock\, Airbnb \n\n\n\nGlanleam House\, Valentia\, Airbnb \n\n\n\nMaoilinn House\, Cahersiveen\, Airbnb \n\n\n\nQuinlan & Cooke Boutique Townhouse\, Cahersiveen \n\n\n\nThe Old Monastery Guesthouse\, Cahersiveen \n\n\n\nWhen booking\, please indicate your interest\, or not\, in sharing a meal together on one or both evenings on Valentia Island. This is possible in the Comments field of the booking form. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCredit: valentiaslate.com URL:https://geology.ie/event/weekend-excursion-29-31-july-2022-geology-of-valentia-island-the-iveragh-peninsula-with-gosia-horajskashaikh-kerry-geo-dr-aidan-forde-valentia-slate/ LOCATION:Valentia Island\, Co. Kerry\, Valentia Island END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220827T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220828T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20220712T141829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220815T145158Z UID:2062-1661594400-1661706000@geology.ie SUMMARY:Weekend excursion\, 27-28 August: Ancient Volcanoes of Wexford with Margaret Franklin (IGA) and Maria Cullen (IGA). DESCRIPTION:Credit: Maria Cullen\n\n\n\n\n\nCredit: Mary Clarke\n\n\n\n\n\nCredit: Howard Fox\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking now open HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the IGA on a journey to examine the evidence for volcanic activity in the Palaeozoic Age with Margaret Franklin (Retired Lecturer in Chemistry) and Maria Cullen (Geobiologist). \n\n\n\nWe will begin with a tour of Duncannon Fort\, an exceptional bastion\, or star-shaped fort of great historic significance. (There is a small charge of €5 per person for this tour.) The rocks that constitute the fort are from the local area and feature much evidence of volcanic rock here. In geology\, the first place where a distinctive package of rock was seen and described is the name used when that rock type is mentioned\, so the Duncannon Group mainly of Caradoc\, Ordovician age (458-448 Ma) is described from this area. \n\n\n\nhttps://duncannonfort.ie/ \n\n\n\nNext\, we will examine the Campile Formation\, at the quaint village of Campile. On we will go to Slieve Coillte (by the JFK Arboretum)\, itself a remnant volcano. If there is a view\, we will be able to see many volcanic centres in the region. \n\n\n\nCarrigbyrne Hill and Browne-Clayton Monument are next\, both are volcanic in origin with felsite to be seen in walls and bedrock. Onward to Enniscorthy where we will see Holohan’s Bar where the building has bedrock on show in the back of the bar. Then there will be a meal together in Enniscorthy. \n\n\n\nDay Two will begin with a visit to Vinegar Hill. After this\, we will continue to the east and Ferrycarrig Castle (a pity to visit Wexford and not take in a castle!) before proceeding north to another ancient volcano\, Tara Hill. After this we will finish the meeting at the beautiful Ballymoney Beach where there is excellent outcrop of the strata to recap the learnings of the weekend before an optional swim and homeward. \n\n\n\nFor those staying two nights in Enniscorthy\, there is the possibility to car pool to minimise driving and numbers of cars. \n\n\n\nPossible Places to stay (limited availability): \n\n\n\nIn the Enniscorthy Area – Riverside Park Hotel\, Treacy’s Hotel\, Blackstoops Lodge\, Lemongrove House\, Wilton Castle\, Airbnb\, Sykes Cottages \n\n\n\nIn the Duncannon Area (Friday night only) – Fort Conan Hotel \n\n\n\nIn the New Ross Area – Brandon House Hotel \n\n\n\nIn the Gorey Area – Ashdown Park\, Seafield Hotel \n\n\n\nPublic Transport to Enniscorthy by train and by bus is available. Please check Irishrail.ie and Buseireann.ie URL:https://geology.ie/event/ancient-volcanoes-of-wexford-margaret-franklin-maria-cullen/ LOCATION:Duncannon\, Duncannon\, Co. Wexford\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Field trip END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220910T083000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220910T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20220829T152925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220902T113625Z UID:2094-1662798600-1662831000@geology.ie SUMMARY:Field Trip - 10 September 2022: Fellow Emeritus Pete Coxon's Legendary Tour of Wicklow (IQUA Fieldguide: Wicklow in the Grip of an Ice Age). DESCRIPTION:Alaska today as an analogue for Wicklow in the last Ice AgeImage Credit: IQUA\n\n\n\nPete Coxon in full flow. Image Credit: University of Liverpool\n\n\n\nCome\, join us as we visit the Quaternary highlights of Wicklow with our exuberant Bus Tour Leader\, Fellow Emeritus Peter Coxon (TCD). There will be a tour bus fee for the day\, but it is a unique event that is thoroughly enjoyable\, erudite and not to be missed. Booking is now open HERE \n\n\n\nThere is a maximum of 20 participants only on this excursion. Booking is on a first come\, first served basis. Duration of this excursion is 9 hours. \n\n\n\n\n\nOur circuit from Dublin City Centre will include a great number of natural science highlights around the Wicklow Mountains National Park\, Glencree\, the beautiful Glenealo Valley\, Hollywood Glen and Blessington Lakes. Pete Coxon is a world leader in Quaternary research and teaching and he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this meeting. Pete has recently retired from teaching so it makes this excursion all the more precious. Our thanks to the Irish Quaternary Association (IQUA) for supporting this event. Many thanks also to our bus company for the day\, Blueline Bus\, Dublin. URL:https://geology.ie/event/fellow-emeritus-tcd-pete-coxons-legendary-tour-of-wicklow-iqua-fieldguide-wicklow-in-the-grip-of-an-ice-age/ LOCATION:Nassau Street\, Nassau Street\, Dublin\, Ireland END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220914T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220914T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20220819T134235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220819T141227Z UID:2080-1663182000-1663185600@geology.ie SUMMARY:IGA Lecture - 14 September 2022\, 7pm: "Sir Arthur Russell and His Mineral Collection" by Roy Starkey (Scientific Associate\, Natural History Museum\, London) DESCRIPTION:Abstract: \n\n\n\nFig.350 DSC_7635 BM.1964\,R9273 Beryl with qtz and mica on granite\, Slievenaglogh (Diamond Rocks)\, Sir Maziere Brady\, 110x75x35mm\n\n\n\nTo the mineralogist and mineral collector Sir Arthur Russell needs little introduction. The honorific ‘Sir’ is not a knighthood for public service but the result of him becoming the 6th Baronet Russell of Swallowfield in Berkshire\, a hereditary title created for his great-grandfather Sir Henry Russell (1751–1836). One might be forgiven for imagining that his family background would have bestowed upon him a comfortable lifestyle\, but the reality was rather different. He was by nature a frugal person with the common touch\, equally at home with miners and quarrymen as he was with the mine owners and landowners that paid their wages. This talk\, which draws upon more than four years’ research for a recently published book\, will provide an overview of Arthur’s family background\, his contributions to the study of British mineralogy and the wonderful specimens contained within his collection. \n\n\n\nArthur was undoubtedly drawn to the beauty and wonder of natural objects. He collected minerals himself\, acquired specimens from miners and made a remarkably thorough job of tracing and purchasing old collections. As a consequence\, through his wonderful collection of minerals\, we can travel back in time to places that are no longer accessible\, and via the associated historical connections with earlier collectors\, gain a sense of the value attributed to crystals and mineral specimens 250 years ago. \n\n\n\nLargely self-taught\, and with no formal scientific qualifications\, he rose to become President of the Mineralogical Society of Great Britain and Ireland and was awarded several prestigious medals for his work in mineralogy. He rubbed shoulders and forged relationships with many famous mineralogists\, and was a valued consultant to the mineral industries. \n\n\n\nThe story of how his collection came to be at the Natural History Museum in London is a tortuous one. \n\n\n\nMinerals were his life and the talk will celebrate the diversity of colour and form\, of chemistry and structure\, and the rich geological and mining heritage of these small islands that Sir Arthur was proud to call his home. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBiography \n\n\n\nRoy Starkey\n\n\n\nRoy Starkey became interested in minerals at an early age\, but growing up in the South of England (Cretaceous chalk) provided few opportunities to go field collecting. Later he was able to direct family holidays to areas of potential mineral interest – North Wales\, the Lake District and Scotland. His brother and parents would all join in the hunt and pile up likely specimens for Roy to vet. At secondary school he was fascinated by anything to do with science (especially chemistry) and was an avid follower of the Apollo space missions. He went on to study geology at the University of Sheffield and subsequently followed a career in manufacturing industry in various operations and production management roles. \n\n\n\nRoy has been an active member of The Russell Society (https://russellsoc.org/)\, the leading organisation for topographical mineralogy in the UK\, for more than forty years\, serving as Journal Manager\, Vice-President\, President and most recently General Secretary. \n\n\n\nIn 1981 he founded the British Micromount Society https://bms.mineralcollective.com/ and is the Society’s Honorary Life President. He was inducted into the Micromounters Hall of Fame in 2005 in recognition of his support for the micromounting hobby. \n\n\n\nRoy enjoys researching and writing about mineralogy every bit as much as getting out and field collecting. He has published widely on British topographical mineralogy\, including papers in the Mineralogical Magazine\, Scottish Journal of Geology\, Proceedings of the Geologists’ Association\, Proceedings of the Bristol Naturalists’ Society\, Journal of the Russell Society\, and the Mineralogical Record. \n\n\n\nMore recently\, Roy has self-published three books (see https://britishmineralogy.com/wordpress/ ): 1) Crystal Mountains – Minerals of the Cairngorms\, 2) Minerals of the English Midlands and\, most recently 3) Making it Mine – Sir Arthur Russell and his Mineral Collection. He is keen to share his experiences and to encourage other members of the mineral collector community to consider writing up their favourite areas or subjects\, but sounds a note of caution – “You don’t do this to make money!” If all goes well\, it should be possible to recoup the cost of producing the book. \n\n\n\nIn 2017\, Roy was winner of the first Marsh Award for Mineralogy\, in recognition of his huge contribution to the field of mineralogy https://naturalhistorymuseum.blog/2017/02/21/roy-starkey-wins-first-marsh-award-for-mineralogy/ and is currently a Scientific Associate at the Natural History Museum\, London. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate and Time: Wednesday\, 14 September 2022\, between 19:00 and 20:00 via Zoom.To Register: please complete the registration form here (in case of issue\, send an e-mail to info@geology.ie).A Zoom link will be sent on the day to those who have registered URL:https://geology.ie/event/iga-lecture-14-september-2022-7pm-sir-arthur-russell-and-his-mineral-collection-by-roy-starkey/ CATEGORIES:Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://geology.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Fig.486-DSC_3848E-BM.1964R6274-Smithsonite-Sheshodonell-East-Mine-AR-July-1939-85x50x50mm-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220924T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220924T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20220831T085223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220907T205258Z UID:2103-1664017200-1664031600@geology.ie 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://geology.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/20200912_102905-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20221012T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20221012T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20220914T123653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T114452Z UID:2133-1665601200-1665604800@geology.ie SUMMARY:IGA Lecture - 12th October\, 7pm - “Lost Songs: Reconstructing Insect Stridulation Sounds from the Middle Jurassic” by Charlie Woodrow\, University of Lincoln\, UK DESCRIPTION:Irish Geological Association Lecture \n\n\n\n“Lost Songs: Reconstructing Insect Stridulation Sounds from the Middle Jurassic” \n\n\n\nBy Charlie Woodrow (University of Lincoln\, UK) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbstract: This talk aims to demonstrate how it is possible to reconstruct the sounds made by extinct Jurassic Period bush-crickets and their relatives. Ordinarily\, the ecology and behaviour of an organism’s life history do not fossilize: thus\, this can only be studied by combining our knowledge of extant species with unique fossil data to infer potential ecological interactions. This is particularly challenging for investigations of acoustic ecology\, because sound production organs are rarely fossilized and often not well enough understood to infer acoustic signals from geometry alone. Here\, I show how it is possible to reconstruct the sounds made by extinct ensiferan insects (Orthoptera) from a model that starts with a 150-year-old museum specimen and ends with an application to a 165-million-year-old fossil relative. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBiography \n\n\n\nCharlie Woodrow\n\n\n\nCharlie is a third-year PhD student at the University of Lincoln (UK) studying the evolution of bush-cricket acoustic communication. His project covers a range of topics\, including comparative morphometrics of insect ears\, the mechanics of sound production\, the biophysics of hearing\, and insect behaviour. Through collaborations and grants\, Charlie has started to apply his knowledge of insects and acoustics to palaeontology\, with ongoing projects on directional hearing in theropods\, biophysical measurements of hearing in fossil orthopterans\, and reconstructing the sounds of extinct insects. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate and Time: Wednesday\, 12 October 2022\, between 19:00 pm and 20:00 via Zoom. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo Register: register for this lecture here (in case of issue\, please send an e-mail to  info@geology.ie) \n\n\n\nA Zoom link will be sent on the day to those who have registered. URL:https://geology.ie/event/iga-lecture-12th-october-charlie-woodrow-university-of-lincoln-uk/ CATEGORIES:Lectures ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://geology.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/IGA-talk-2022-10-12-tease-photo-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20221109T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20221109T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20220914T123944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T130157Z UID:2135-1668020400-1668024000@geology.ie SUMMARY:IGA Lecture - 9th November - "Ireland Before the Dinosaurs: A Plant Story" - Carla Harper (TCD) DESCRIPTION:Abstract: During the late Devonian\, about 360 million years ago\, Ireland was a tropical paradise. On land\, the plants ruled the continents\, accompanied by micro-organisms and early relatives of the spiders\, millipedes\, and centipedes. This talk will focus on two aspects of the late Devonian in Ireland: 1) the different types of (micro)organisms that lived during that time and how they interacted with the world around them; 2) the spectacular\, and world famous\, Devonian–Carboniferous plant fossils from Kiltorcan (Co. Kilkenny). Overall\, Ireland’s rich plant fossil history plays a key role in answering exciting research questions\, but raises many more. Studying these fossil plants and their dynamics in past environments provides a powerful insight into both the current and future ecosystems of Ireland\, and the world.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBiography \n\n\n\nCarla Harper is an Assistant Professor of Environmental Science who joined the Trinity College Dublin Botany Department in March 2020. She lectures on the evolution of fossil plants and fungi\, palaeontology\, mycology\, and plant–fungus interactions. Her research areas include palaeomycology\, palaeobotany\, and modern (living) fungal biodiversity. Fieldwork has taken Carla around the world from the US to Ireland to Antarctica. She is an authority on the study of fossil fungi and interactions between fossil plants and fungi. One of her current\, long-term research projects is to study the Palaeozoic fossil floras of Ireland. Life outside of research includes hunting for mushrooms with her husband\, caring for two black cats\, scientific illustration\, and growing Irish carnivorous plants on her balcony bogs in Dublin’s city centre. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate and Time: Wednesday\, 09 November 2022\, between 19:00 and 20:00 via Zoom. \n\n\n\nRegistration: please register here (in case of problem\, please send an e-mail to  info@geology.ie) URL:https://geology.ie/event/iga-lecture-9th-november-carla-harper-tcd/ CATEGORIES:Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://geology.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/C_Harper.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20221210T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20221210T233000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20221129T143919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T143921Z UID:2159-1670695200-1670715000@geology.ie SUMMARY:IGA Members' Night - 10th December 2022 DESCRIPTION:IGA Member’s Night \n\n\n\nGeology Table Quiz \n\n\n\nHosted By Quiz Master Frank(Frank Clissman\, IGA Council Memberand Walking Geological Encyclopedia) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday 10th December 2022 @  6pmLocation: Downstairs @ The Beer Temple (aka The Oak)1 Parliament St\, Temple Bar\, Dublin\, D02 AN28 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE You can also email info@geology.ie to register (NB: You can register as an individual and request to be assigned to a team you can register your whole team)Questions will be mainly geology based and there will be 8 rounds. Doors will open at 6pm and we hope to begin the quiz at 7pm sharp! There will be some refreshments available on the night. We are allowing members to bring along non-members to this event\, (as long as there’s at least 1 IGA member per team!) So if you have any geology buffs you’d like to bring along\, you’re welcome to add them to your team. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease register in advance so we have a good idea of numbers! Looking forward to seeing you there! URL:https://geology.ie/event/iga-members-night-10th-december-2022/ LOCATION:The Beer Temple (aka The Oak)\, 1 Parliament St\, Temple Bar\, Dublin\, Dublin\, D02 AN28\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://geology.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/christmas-feature_759.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230125T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230125T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20230114T171517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230114T174521Z UID:2173-1674675000-1674678600@geology.ie SUMMARY:Joint Geological Associations lecture (CGA/IGA/GGA): Prof. Phil Gibbard - The Anthropocene: to be or not to be\, the controversy explained! - 25 January 2023\, 7.30pm. DESCRIPTION:Annual Joint Geological Association Lecture: Prof. Phil Gibbard\, University of Cambridge\, and Secretary General of the International Commission on Stratigraphy will talk on “The Anthropocene: to be or not to be\, the controversy explained!” (Virtual\, via Zoom). At 7.30pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbstract \n\n\n\nProposals to define formally a new geological time division\, termed ‘Anthropocene’ have been advocated for over a decade. A case has also been made for its consideration as a formal series/epoch\, equivalent in status to Holocene and Pleistocene. To merit formal designation\, such an event would need to have a global signature consistently distinct from that of the Holocene\, and be marked by novel biotic\, sedimentary and geochemical change. Whilst there is no disputing the clear evidence in recent geological records of increasing anthropogenic impacts on the natural environment\, it is debated whether the stratigraphic signature of these trends is sufficiently distinct\, consistent and adequately dated globally\, for the proposal for a Holocene/Anthropocene boundary to be substantiated on stratigraphic grounds. The current question is whether it is indeed possible to identify a specific point when demonstrably human modification of the environment has been occurring for many thousands of years in some places\, whilst elsewhere it began relatively recently.  This discussion has led some workers to conclude that any time-fixed boundary would potentially exclude the long\, pre-20th century interval of human activity.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBiography \n\n\n\nProf. Phil Gibbard\n\n\n\nPhil Gibbard graduated with a degree in Geology in 1971 from the University of Sheffield. He went on to complete a Ph.D in Quaternary studies with the highly-respected R.G. West at the University of Cambridge. From there he built his career as a lecturer and international researcher\, with a particular interest in fostering a systematic stratigraphic approach to  the complex of Quaternary deposits. He has played a key role\, for many years\, in the International Commission on Stratigraphy\, and is the recipient of many awards. He is currently a member of the Scott Polar Research Institute at the University of Cambridge\, and Secretary General of the International Commission on Stratigraphy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: Wednesday 25 January at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nWhere: online via Zoom. \n\n\n\nRegistration: Please register here (in case of problem with the online form\, please email info@geology.ie). All welcome! URL:https://geology.ie/event/joint-geological-associations-lecture-2023/ CATEGORIES:Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://geology.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/CGA-IGA-GGA-logos.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230228T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230228T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20230215T203637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T203950Z UID:2183-1677610800-1677614400@geology.ie SUMMARY:IGA Lecture - TUESDAY 28th February: Dr Stimpson on "Nineteenth century fossil collections from the foothills of the Himalaya and the National Museum of Ireland" DESCRIPTION:Abstract \n\n\n\nThe main aim of this talk is to provide an accessible introduction and a brief history of the collection of Plio-Pleistocene fossils from the foothills of the Himalaya\, also known as the ‘Siwaliks’ or ‘Siwalik Hills’. It will first consider the context and the practices of collection during the 19th century before a concise survey of some of the remarkable fauna that the fossils have revealed. Special attention will be given to specimens from the collections held by the National Museum of Ireland highlighting their particular significance. The talk will then conclude with a discussion of priorities and challenges for future research on the fossils of the Siwaliks.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBiography \n\n\n\nDr Chris Stimpson\n\n\n\nDr Chris Stimpson trained as a zoologist before specialising in the recovery and analysis of archaeological and palaeontological animal bone assemblages. His PhD research (University of Cambridge) focused on large assemblages of bird and bat bones recovered from the Great Cave of Niah in Sarawak\, Malaysian Borneo. He has since held postdoctoral appointments at the University of Cambridge\, University of Oxford\, and Queen’s University Belfast.  \n\n\n\nA Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and Honorary Associate of the Oxford University Museum of Natural History\, Chris has worked widely in Europe\, Southeast Asia\, North Africa and the Middle East and has extensive fieldwork experience in varied environments including caves\, sand deserts and rainforests. He is currently involved is research projects in Vietnam\, Egypt and Ireland and is reviewing 19th century collections of fossils from the foothills of the Himalaya in museums in the UK and Ireland.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: TUESDAY (!) 28th February at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nWhere: online via Zoom. \n\n\n\nRegistration: Please register here (in case of problem with the online form\, please email info@geology.ie). All welcome! URL:https://geology.ie/event/iga-lecture-dr-stimpson/ CATEGORIES:Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://geology.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/CMS_pic_edited-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230328T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230328T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20230314T194555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T194651Z UID:2193-1680030000-1680033600@geology.ie SUMMARY:IGA Lecture : "From Ordovician Oceans to Holocene Houses: Three Geological Stories from a Data Manager's Perspective" by Dr Una Farrell (Trinity College Dublin) DESCRIPTION:Abstract: \n\n\n\nThere is a global push to make scientific data open and accessible. Here\, I talk about three projects which differ greatly in terms of scope and aims\, but which have some common ground in terms of data sharing and structure. First is the ‘Sedimentary Geochemistry and Paleoenvironments Project’ (SGP) – a large collaborative research consortium\, which aims to answer questions about deep-time environmental change. Second is ‘Stonebuilt Ireland’\, a project which links Irish heritage sites with building stones and quarries. Third is a new project to digitize the TCD Geological Museum collections and make those records available through local and global data portals. In each case\, I will outline project goals and highlights so far\, and briefly review the data-wrangling going on behind the scenes.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBiography:   \n\n\n\nUna Farrell\n\n\n\nUna did a BA in Geology at TCD and a PhD at Yale University\, working in upstate New York onexceptionally preserved trilobites. She was Collection Manager of Invertebrate Palaeontology at theBiodiversity Institute in Kansas for four years\, followed by two years as a lab/data manager atStanford University in California\, where she worked with Dr. Erik Sperling to set up the database forthe ‘Sedimentary Geochemistry and Paleoenvironments Project (SGP)’. She is currently back at TCDas a research fellow. She teaches palaeontology\, works at the TCD Geological Museum and on thedatabase for ‘Stonebuilt Ireland’\, which is a project led by Dr. Patrick Wyse Jackson and Dr. LouiseCaulfield in collaboration with the Office of Public Works and Geological Survey Ireland. Una alsocontinues to work remotely for the SGP project. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate and Time: Tuesday\, 28 March 2023\, between 19:00 pm and 20:00 via Zoom. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo Register: send an e-mail to  info@geology.ie  \n\n\n\nA Zoom link will be sent on the day to those who have registered. URL:https://geology.ie/event/iga-lecture-una-farrell/ CATEGORIES:Lectures ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://geology.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Una-Farrell-photo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230420T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230420T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20230323T154534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230323T154536Z UID:2199-1682011800-1682019000@geology.ie SUMMARY:IGA AGM 2023 & Rock Roadshow - RESCHEDULED Thursday 20th April Rock Exhibition open from 5:30pm AGM @ 6pm DESCRIPTION:In-Person!Pearse Street LibraryPearse StreetDublin 2(AGM from 6pm via Zoom also)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease join us and experience our wonderful Rock Roadshow! We’ve toured this around to a few libraries and will continue to do so this year. Frank Clissmann and Bill Sheppard along with some of our other members\, have provided the rock collections for us to display at these and you’d be very welcome to join us at any future events.  \n\n\n\nFeel free to bring your own unidentified rocks along on the night and we’ll hopefully be able to tell you something about them!  \n\n\n\nAlong with a chance to peruse and discuss the collection\, we’ll also be holding our AGM and there will be some light refreshments. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou can register to attend the AGM using the Google form HEREOr by email to info@geology.ie HERE. URL:https://geology.ie/event/iga-agm-2023-rock-roadshow/ CATEGORIES:other ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://geology.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/rockshow.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230425T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230425T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20230405T195201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230410T173526Z UID:2203-1682449200-1682452800@geology.ie SUMMARY:Irish Geological Association Lecture (hybrid): " A perspective on Geology in Art" by Dr Bill Sheppard (Trails Creative) DESCRIPTION:Please note you can attend this lecture via Zoom but also in-person at Museum 4\, Museum Building\, Trinity College Dublin (arrive at 18:30). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbstract \n\n\n\nGeology and Art have always been closely linked.  In the very earliest rock art\, geologically sourced ochres provided the colours used.  Subsequent other geologically derived colours were used\, for example\, lime\, kaolin\, barium or oxides of zinc and lead for white; ultramarine\, copper with blood or cobalt for blue.  Visual art recording was the crucial form of geological representation in the pre-photography era.  This is best illustrated in Ireland by the collection of drawings and watercolours of George Victor Du Noyer who was engaged by the Geological Survey of Ireland in the mid-1800s.  However\, since the late 1800s the advancement of photography progressively reduced the reliance on artistic representation to aid geological recording and communication. \n\n\n\nOver the last five decades in particular\, there has been an incredible explosion of geological data acquisition and its interpretation and understanding.  Geologists now operate in a much more multi-dimensional realm. On Mars piles of rock samples are accumulating for future collection.  Space exploration\, in particular the Hubble and Webb telescopes\, are bombarding humanity with vast and wonderful volumes of data and imagery that illuminate new realities of the Universe and expand this geological realm.  Surely now is the time for geologists to engage more fully with a broad spectrum of artists.  A key aim of this would be to enable them to more-fully represent to the public the visible and invisible dimensions of our science. Dialogue between artists and geologists does enhance the perception of both.  \n\n\n\nThe talk will be a progress report on a journey encompassing i) the viewing of art works primarily in galleries visited in Ireland and Australia\, ii) literature review and iii) interaction with artists.  Key relevant insights from the indigenous art of Australia will be discussed.  It will present aspects of the place of geology in art past\, present and potentially in the future.  The talk will aim to encourage increased dialogue between geologists and artists.  It is hoped that discussion following this lecture will expand on what exciting outcomes can result from such dialogue. \n\n\n\nGeological education below third level in Ireland remains weak\, like in many\, many countries\, it remains very predominantly the reserve of college degree studies.  Why is this so when geological heritage is such a major element of our human heritage and is a key component of a sense of place?  Why generally is geological heritage under-appreciated given its significance?  Should there not be more artists-in-residence in geologically-focused organisation?  Should there not be more geologists-in-residents in art colleges? There are some signs that artistic output is becoming more geologically informed.  Surely geology and art have much to gain from increased dialogue between geologists and artists.  I look forward to a time of increased artist membership within the IGA and other similar organisations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBiography \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBill Sheppard completed a Ph.D. at Trinity College Dublin on the Avoca Mine (County Wicklow) in 1981. His global career in exploration and mining geology extended to over 30 countries. He undertook reporting to Stock Exchange Standards\, mineral deposit studies and mentoring for many international geological teams. He had a major role in the discovery of gold systems at Cavanacaw (County Tyrone)\, and in North Wexford. \n\n\n\nOperating as Trails Creative\, Bill now focuses on geological outreach\, trail planning and promoting biodiversity awareness in local communities. He has run Heritage Week events on bedrock\, glacial geology\, National Monument building stone\, and goats. His geological chapter in the Barony of Gaultier Historical Society’s forthcoming publication on the heritage of East Waterford is ready for publication. Looking ahead\, in addition to geo-archaeology\, Bill aims to increase community awareness of geology and geological heritage and\, building on the Copper Coast Geopark success\, to increase the profile of Southeast Ireland as a geological tourist destination. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate and Time: Tuesday\, 25 April 2023\, between 19:00 pm and 20:00 via Zoom; and also in-person at Museum 4\, Museum Building\, Trinity College Dublin (arrive at 18:30). \n\n\n\nTo Register: complete our registration form here (in case of problem\, please send an e-mail to  info@geology.ie)  \n\n\n\nA Zoom link will be sent on the day to those who have registered. URL:https://geology.ie/event/irish-geological-association-lecture-hybrid-a-perspective-on-geology-in-art-by-dr-bill-sheppard-trails-creative/ CATEGORIES:Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://geology.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Bill.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230528T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230528T235959 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20230517T144044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T153214Z UID:2227-1685232000-1685318399@geology.ie 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230531T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230531T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20230515T203445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T204150Z UID:2221-1685559600-1685563200@geology.ie SUMMARY:Irish Geological Association Lecture: “Irish Iron: Smelting Irish Iron Ore in the 21st Century" DESCRIPTION:By Dr Paul Rondelez (Consultant Metallurgical Archaeologist) \n\n\n\n\n\nAbstract: \n\n\n\nSince 2018\, Irish iron ores have been smelted into high-grade ironand steel at the annual Furnace Festival. My talk will detail the history of the event\, including the practicalities of sourcing suitable iron ores. \n\n\n\nHighlights include 1) the production of high-grade steel\, derived from Irish bog iron ore\, to make Japanese katana swords; and 2) the unexpected discovery of high-quality iron ore in the centre of the Burren. \n\n\n\nThe Furnace Festival now operates with standardised shaft furnaces and high-grade bog iron ore from the Irish Midlands from which one can make a few kilos of iron in under two hours. Around 25 blacksmiths make objects of art and practical use directly from this newly born iron and steel at the festival. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBiography:   \n\n\n\nDr Paul Rondelez\n\n\n\nDue to a family history of mineral collecting\, Paul has had a life-long interest in the history of mining and metal production. He graduated as an archaeologist from Ghent University (Belgium) with a Masters on the early iron production of Belgium\, moved to Ireland to work as an archaeologist on infrastructure projects\, then went to University College Cork where he did a PhD in 2014 on late-medieval iron production in Ireland. Currently\, Paul is a full-time writer of specialist reports on the remains of metal production found on archaeological sites\, is Chair of the Historical Metallurgy Society\, and is the main organiser of the Caherconnell International Furnace Festival. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate and Time: Wednesday\, 31 May 2023\, between 19:00 pm and 20:00 via Zoom. \n\n\n\nTo Register: send an e-mail to  info@geology.ie  \n\n\n\nA Zoom link will be sent on the day to those who have registered. URL:https://geology.ie/event/irish-geological-association-lecture-irish-iron-smelting-irish-iron-ore-in-the-21st-century/ CATEGORIES:Events,Lecture END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230616T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230618T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20230602T195317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T195322Z UID:2254-1686916800-1687107600@geology.ie 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230628T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230628T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20230622T133030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T080515Z UID:2259-1687978800-1687982400@geology.ie SUMMARY:IGA VIRTUAL LECTURE: Middle Devonian Fish Fauna from SW Ireland:  New Palaeontology and Euramerican Geological Heritage DESCRIPTION:Dr Vincent Dupret (Uppsala University\, Sweden) \n\n\n\nTO REGISTER please send an e-mail to info@geology.ie or please fill in the form HERE \n\n\n\nAbstract: \n\n\n\nThe Middle Devonian of southwest Ireland is represented by rocks from the Old Red Sandstone (ORS) continent (~385 Ma) which have yielded a spectacular Greenschist facies ancient fish fauna. The most abundant fossil bones\, found both on the Iveragh Peninsula and on Valentia Island\, are those of a new species of the antiarch placoderm (bony fish) Bothriolepis. This Genus is simultaneously loved and loathed by palaeontologists: its ~100 species has precluded any clear classification of the Genus\, yet Bothriolepis is a very useful stratigraphic and palaeogeographic indicator. I will present a new phylogeny for Bothriolepis and an X-ray analysis of other\, previously published\, fish fossils from SW Ireland\, which has revealed several big surprises: for example\, a supposed fin spine from an Acanthodian (“spiny shark”) turns out to be the fang of a giant lobe-finned fish (a Sarcopterygian). These taxa from SW Ireland are the first of their kind from the Euramerican Old Red Sandstone (ORS)\, demonstrating Ireland’s new-found geological heritage for these Irish fossils and localities. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBiography:   \n\n\n\nDr Vincent DuPret\n\n\n\nDR VINCENT DUPRET obtained his PhD at the National Museum of Natural\nHistory in Paris (France) in 2003. He then secured several positions as a\nresearcher or teacher around the world (France\, Sweden\, China\, Australia).\nHe is now finishing a research contract at Uppsala University (Sweden).\nVincent is deeply interested both in the natural world and in cultural heritage\,\nsomething his students say is fresh and appreciated by his students. Vincent\nteaches best practice techniques in palaeontology and in research ethics\,\nwith the aim of helping to create a fairer and more sustainable world. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate and Time: Wednesday\, 28 June 2023\, 19:00 pm via Zoom. \n\n\n\nTo Register: send an e-mail to  info@geology.ie  or please fill in the form HERE  \n\n\n\nA Zoom link will be sent on the day to those who have registered. URL:https://geology.ie/event/iga-virtual-lecture-middle-devonian-fish-fauna-from-sw-ireland-new-palaeontology-and-euramerican-geological-heritage/ CATEGORIES:Events,Lecture,Lectures END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230723T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230728T235959 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20230517T151339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T151343Z UID:2235-1690070400-1690588799@geology.ie 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230816T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230816T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20230818T102252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T102747Z UID:2609-1692212400-1692219600@geology.ie 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230817T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230817T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20230818T102718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T102720Z UID:2611-1692295200-1692302400@geology.ie SUMMARY:IGA & Heritage Week - Geology and Geobiology of The Rower Graveyard - Living Memorials DESCRIPTION:The Rower Graveyard\, Co. Kilkenny \n\n\n\nJoin native geologist and biologist\, Maria Cullen on an exploration of the heritage and biodiversity of The Rower (Farrantemple) Cemetery. There are many gravestones of differing ages and rock types here. Each headstone has its own carving style and represents a memorial of loved ones recently or long ago departed. Each stone has its own biodiversity too – the lichens\, algae\, cyanobacteria\, mosses and liverworts. Rather than remove this rich biodiversity that lives on rock\, perhaps we can look closely and begin to appreciate these other kinds of life as worthy and of interest in their own right. Some of these species provide a patina of protection for the stone surfaces\, others begin the process of recycling of rock minerals for future life. Many species are to be seen too on the stone walls surrounding the cemetery\, along with ferns and flowering plants there. These walls show off the local rock types of the area – the Leinster Granite and older Schist of the Ribband Group and other kinds\, a little more exotic. \n\n\n\nWith views across to the Blackstairs and along as far as Mount Leinster\, this is a beautiful and peaceful resting place. \n\n\n\nAll are welcome on Thursday 17th August between 6pm and 8pm and this 2 hours of exploration together is free. Parking is available just to the north of the graveyard at Lat Long coordinates 52.454706\, -6.958341 \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the Festival of Irish Geology hosted by the Irish Geological Association. URL:https://geology.ie/event/iga-heritage-week-geology-and-geobiology-of-the-rower-graveyard-living-memorials/ CATEGORIES:Events,Field trip,Heritage Week END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230819T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230819T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20230818T103559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T103601Z UID:2615-1692441000-1692448200@geology.ie 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230819T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230819T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194854 CREATED:20230818T103140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T103224Z UID:2613-1692441000-1692450000@geology.ie 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 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR