WORKSHOP CONTENT & LEARNING OUTCOMES

A day of outdoor learning for anyone who spends time on the hills. As we walk, we will pay attention to the rocks under our feet and the landscape, and embark on a geological journey, millions of years in the making. From geological time to mountain building, fossils, volcanoes, rock types and glaciation, we will learn about how the landscapes we enjoy are shaped over Ireland's turbulent geological history.

We will cover some of the key geological features that you will encounter while out hiking in Ireland. This event should be especially useful for those working towards mountain or lowland leader awards, as well as instructing and leading others on the hills. Come away with lots of information and fun facts to bring to your groups and feel more confident describing rocks and landscapes. 

Learning outcomes

After completing the workshop, participants will:

- Have an understanding of the main rock types and rock cycle

- Have an understanding of key geological principles and geological history applied to the Irish landscape

- Be confident talking about the landscape and describing rocks in the field

- Have the ability to find out about the geology of the areas they hike or climb in

- Be equipped with facts to relay to their clients when out on courses and walks

- Understand the links between geoscience and biodiversity

EQUIPMENT/KIT REQUIRED

All the usual equipment/food etc...you would normally carry for a full day in the mountains of Ireland, plus a notebook and pencil/pen, and, if you have them, binoculars and a hand lens.

CATERING/FOOD

Bring a packed lunch and water for the day.

WORKSHOP PROVIDER CREDENTIALS

Anthea Lacchia (Nature Tales & Trails) is a geologist and mountain leader. She has a PhD on Ireland's fossils (extinct organisms preserved in rocks) and a master’s in science communication. Her background is in academic research, journalism, writing and science communication, as well as hiking. She also holds the Lowland Leader Award. She is assistant regional coordinator for MTA’s Ireland regional group.

Links: 

https://naturetalesandtrails.ie/

https://www.instagram.com/naturetalesandtrails/ 

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Please note bookings must be made through the external link provided below (see Booking/Details) and payment will be taken in euro (€53). 

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CANCELLATION PROCEDURE

For cancellation policy, see: https://naturetalesandtrails.ie/terms-of-service

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE EVENT

Your CPD record - If you attend this event and it counts as CPD, your CPD point/s will automatically be added to your record in due course - you will not need to add it yourself.

Please allow up to 2 weeks for the workshop provider to complete the event in the system and assign you your CPD, thank you.

Start

13/11/2024 10:30

End

13/11/2024 15:30

Total Days

1

Maximum Bookings

12

Bookings

1

Venue

Glenmacnass Waterfall Car park

Town

Laragh

County

Wicklow

Country

Ireland

Latitude

53.06660

Longitude

-6.33925

Name

Mountain Training Association

Phone

+353 894693938

Website

Booking/Details

Email