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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/
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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: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/
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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/
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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
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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/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230228T190000
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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/
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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/
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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/
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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
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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:20230531T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230531T200000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230616T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230618T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200037
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230628T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230628T200000
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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
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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:20230817T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230817T200000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230819T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230819T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200037
CREATED:20230818T103559Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230819T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230819T130000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230820T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230820T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200037
CREATED:20230818T103918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T103933Z
UID:2617-1692529200-1692543600@geology.ie
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:20231115T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20231115T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200037
CREATED:20231108T220850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T014907Z
UID:2685-1700074800-1700078400@geology.ie
SUMMARY:New Ways to Hunt Down Irish Zn-Pb Mineralisation
DESCRIPTION:Irish Geological Association Lecture – Zoom only\n\n\n\n\n\nDr Aileen Doran (iCRAG UCD) \n\n\n\nTO REGISTER please send an e-mail to info@geology.ie  \n\n\n\nAbstract:  \n\n\n\nMetals such as zinc\, lead and copper are crucial for society\, but there are many challenges remaining in how we explore and discover these important deposits. This talk will provide an update on recent geochemistry research across the southern Irish Zn–Pb ore field\, introducing two techniques that could help us to identify hidden mineralisation. The two new techniques are pyrite geochemistry and carbonate isotope analysis\, focusing on minerals closely associated with mineralisation. These techniques provide a better understanding of the formation of the impressive Irish Zn–Pb deposits; the results can be used as new pathfinders to find additional Irish mineralisation. Internationally\, knowledge taken from the Irish studies can be applied to help search for metals in other settings and other countries. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBiography:   \n\n\n\nDr Aileen Doran (iCRAG UCD)\n\n\n\nAileen finished her PhD on Irish Zn–Pb mineralization in 2021 at University College Dublin (UCD) and is currently back in UCD as a post-doctoral researcher with iCRAG studying Cu–Co deposits of the Zambian Copperbelt. Aileen’s research focuses on understanding sediment and ore formation/alteration; hydrothermal fluid processes\, including sources\, mixing and modification; and on testing geochemical methods as vectors towards mineralisation. Before joining UCD\, Aileenmworked at Geological Survey Ireland as a graduate geologist on the Tellus project\, after finishing her undergraduate degree in geology at University College Cork in 2015.Aileen actively promotes geology as an accessible and  representative field for all\, and she is currently Director of the Equality\, Diversity and Inclusion in Geoscience (EDIG) project\, a global virtual initiative. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate and Time: Wednesday\, 15 November 2023\, 19:00 pm 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/thingnew-ways-to-hunt-down-irish-zn-pb-mineralisation/
CATEGORIES:Events,Lecture,Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20231213T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20231213T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200037
CREATED:20231204T163945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T164333Z
UID:2892-1702492200-1702504800@geology.ie
SUMMARY:IGA Members’ Night 2023 and Zoom Lecture
DESCRIPTION:IGA Members’ Night 2023 and Zoom Lecture
URL:https://geology.ie/event/iga-members-night-and-zoom-lecture/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240124T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240124T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200037
CREATED:20240120T012451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T012534Z
UID:2910-1706122800-1706126400@geology.ie
SUMMARY:Joint IGA–GGA–CGA Lecture 2024: From Seafloor Methane to Continental Flooding
DESCRIPTION:Understanding the Palaeocene–Eocene Thermal Maximum and Global Climate Change\n\n\n\nDate and Time: Wednesday\, 24 January 2024\, 19:00 pm via Zoom and in-person in Museum 4\, Museum Building\, Trinity College Dublin.
URL:https://geology.ie/event/joint-iga-gga-cga-lecture-2024-from-seafloor-methane-to-continental-flooding/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240221T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240221T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200037
CREATED:20240220T114839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T115832Z
UID:2926-1708540200-1708545600@geology.ie
SUMMARY:IGA Hybrid Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Putting fossils in a ‘nuclear oven’ may not sound like a good idea\, but high-energy radiation from a nuclear reactor can provide a unique\, non-destructive approach to examine fossils\, inside and out. Such non-destructive methods are being increasingly sought after by fossil researchers to avoid making potentially regretful mistakes when preparing and examining these irreplaceable relics from our past.In this talk\, Dr Chris Mays will discuss the applications of various high-energy imaging techniques to ‘virtually extract’ and ‘virtually dissect’ fossils\, even those still embedded deep within their host sedimentary rocks. Chris will demonstrate these new tools in the palaeontologist’s toolkit with a series of case studies from his specific research on fossil plants and mass extinctions.
URL:https://geology.ie/event/iga-hybrid-lecture-2/
LOCATION:y Zoom and in-person in Museum 4\, Museum Building\, Trinity College Dublin.
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240306T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240306T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200037
CREATED:20240305T091007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T091009Z
UID:2935-1709751600-1709755200@geology.ie
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:20240403T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240403T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200037
CREATED:20240325T203837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T203839Z
UID:2941-1712170800-1712174400@geology.ie
SUMMARY:Modern Advancements in Volcano Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:Claire Harnet (UCD) and Mike Stock (TCD) are organising a special evening seminar for the 60th Anniversary of the Volcanic and Magmatic Studies Group\, a special interest group of The Geological Society. This will be held in Trinity on Wednesday 3 April and is open to the public. Prof Chris Bean (DIAS) and Dr Swetha Venugopal (TCD) will be speaking about modern advancements in volcano monitoring.
URL:https://geology.ie/event/modern-advancements-in-volcano-monitoring/
LOCATION:Museum Building\, Trinity College Dublin
CATEGORIES:Events,Non IGA Events of Interest
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240417T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240417T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200037
CREATED:20240410T134005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T134007Z
UID:2951-1713380400-1713384000@geology.ie
SUMMARY:The Changing Roles of Long-lived Faults in MountainBelts: Examples from the Variscides of Southern Ireland
DESCRIPTION:Once initiated and developed\, faults tend to have prolongedactivation histories that highly influence tectonic deformation\, fluid flow\, andassociated mineralisation in the brittle upper crust. The fault systems associated with Devonian/Carboniferous crustal extension and subsequent Variscan crustal shortening from southern Ireland offer an opportunity to explore the various stages and roles of faults throughout their long lifespans. This talk will primarily look at the temporal and spatial distribution of Variscan tectonic strain across the northern margin of the Upper Devonian Munster Basin\, which was very much influenced by pre-collisional basin architecture\, particularly by inherited extensional fault systems.
URL:https://geology.ie/event/the-changing-roles-of-long-lived-faults-in-mountainbelts-examples-from-the-variscides-of-southern-ireland/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240424T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240424T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200037
CREATED:20240325T205014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T205016Z
UID:2947-1713985200-1713990600@geology.ie
SUMMARY:IGA Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Annual General Meeting of the Irish Geological Association follow by a wine and cheese reception.
URL:https://geology.ie/event/iga-annual-general-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240531T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240602T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200037
CREATED:20240522T111009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T111011Z
UID:2965-1717156800-1717329600@geology.ie
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:20240630T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240630T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200037
CREATED:20240626T115417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T115417Z
UID:2982-1719738000-1719759600@geology.ie
SUMMARY:The Faulty Side of Howth Head
DESCRIPTION:In this field trip we’ll examine the geology and structure of Howth Head.We’ll see how the Howth Fault juxtaposes Carboniferous limestone andCambrian clastic sequences\, which have very distinctive geologicalhistories and structures. The outcrops visited provide nice examples offractures\, veins\, minor faults\, fault rock and fault-related mineralisation.Not only does the Howth Fault highlight the structural characteristics ofthose faults responsible for Ireland’s Zn-Pb deposits\, it has also had animportant role in the formation of Dublin Bay. Places on this excursionare limited to 30 and there is still some space left.
URL:https://geology.ie/event/the-faulty-side-of-howth-head/
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