Geo 5 field trip
#GEO 5 FIELD TRIP FULL#
The GA’s UK FIELDTRIP GUIDELINES (July 2020) can also be downloaded here.Travel may have taken a vacation, but global exploration continues to forge ahead full speed.
#GEO 5 FIELD TRIP CODE#
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The GA’s FIELDWORK CODE is widely recognized as a standard for advice and guidance in the field. For routine enquiries please call the GA office on the usual number. The mobile phone will only be switched on just before and during field meetings. In order to ensure the safety of all participants, the GA reserves the right to limit or refuse attendance at field meetings.ĮMERGENCY CONTACT: If you are lost or late for the start of a meeting, an emergency contact is available during UK field meetings by calling the GA mobile phone (07724 133290). that you may use whilst attending a field meeting. You may be asked to provide further information on any prescription drugs etc. You must decalre, at the time of booking, any disabilities or medical conditions that may affect your ability to safely attend a field meeting. Please make sure that you study the risk assessment prepared for all GA field meetings and that you have all the safety equipment specified. Should you be unsure about either the risks involved or your ability to participate, you must seek advice from the GA office before booking. Further details are available upon request from the GA office. PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE for field meetings is provided but personal accident cover remains the responsibility of the participant. Please also provide and emergency contact name and mobile number at the time of booking. Please give a contact mobile number and, if possible, an email address and provide the names of any other persons that you are including in your booking. A stamped addressed envelope is appreciated. If making multiple bookings, please enclose a separate cheque for each meeting unless you have first confirmed that there are places available. Alternatively cheques should be made out to Geologists’ Association Field Meetings. Payments can be made on line by clicking the relevant box above. PAYMENTS for day and weekend meetings must be made before attending any field meeting. Some meetings may have restrictions on age (especially for under 16s) or be physically demanding. Field meetings are open to non-members although attendance by non-members is subject to a £5 surcharge on top of the normal administration fee. These are not normally advertised in advance, as there have been problems with members turning up without booking or paying and maximum numbers being exceeded. Meeting times and locations will be confirmed on booking. You must book through the GA office to confirm attendance. Please note the following important information for Field Meetings:īOOKING.
#GEO 5 FIELD TRIP HOW TO#
Since retiring he has continued a passion for geological education through the Warwickshire Geological Conservation Group and by providing talks, workshops and field trips.ĭetails on how to join the virtual meeting will be communicated to participants upon booking. He was also involved with examinations boards, including as a Chief Examiner for GCSE Geology. Norman Dutton taught geology in Black Country secondary schools for 25 years. The workshop will be directed by Norman Dutton and is suitable for beginners and anyone wishing to refresh their geological map reading skills.
It will include exercises for participants to solve and include a Q&A/discussion session. The aim of this online workshop is to provide basic rules and techniques than can be applied to interpret geological maps and appreciate geology in three dimensions.
The complexities of real geology displayed on maps and sections may seem daunting. Making Sense of Geological Maps – Virtual Zoom Workshop Please see below the following important information for Field Meetings 2021 Meetings Please note non-GA members pay an additional £5 for each trip. If you would like further information on any of the events below, please contact Sarah Stafford at the GA Office on 020 7434 9298 or by e-mail: You can now pay for your place on the field trips online by clicking the relevant link below. The Geologists’ Association organizes a number of day-long and weekend field meetings. The Sir Charles Lyell Collection at the University of Edinburgh.Proceedings of the Geologists’ Association.Geologists’ Association Geology Photographic Competition 2021.Geologists’ Association Student Symposium.Equality, Diversity & Inclusion at the GA.