For members and their guests - a great opportunity to bring children to have some fun and introduce them to a bit of geology. Also an opportunity for knowledgeable members to share their geological expertise with beginners. Activities will include:
- A Geological Treasure Hunt for
- Children under 12.
- Everyone else (members, guests).
- An analysis of the origins of the samples collected in the treasure hunt.
- An introduction to geological phenomena using examples in the rock wall.
Knowledgeable members are asked to share their expertise by:
•. Discussing the identity and sources of the rocks found in the treasure hunts.
•. Conducting tours of the rock wall.
•. Judging (if not participating).
WHERE: At the bottom of the access ramp to the beach, near the corner of Henley Beach Road and the Esplanade at Henley Beach. (Note that there are usually a few steps at the bottom of the ramp and a stretch of dry sand, in which case disabled access to the beach is not possible. However, the judging and analysis tables could be set up near the top of the ramp to allow anyone to take part.)
WHAT TO BRING: Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, beach footwear, gloves, first-aid kit and a rigid container to hold your specimens.
TENTATIVE TIMETABLE:
10:00-11:00 Children’s Geological Treasure Hunt.
11:00-11:30 Judging of Children’s Treasure Hunt
10:00-11:30 Open Geological Treasure Hunt.
11:30-12:00. Judging of the open treasure hunt.
11:30-12:30. Collected samples to be laid out on a map showing their possible origins.
Tours of the boulder wall demonstrating elementary geology.
Note: Each hunt will involve looking for a specified set of specimens. These will be different for the children’s and open hunts, so that parents supervising children can take part in the open hunt. An illustrated list of eligible specimens will be available after 9:55 on the day. No geological knowledge will be required, as the target specimens will be described in pictures and non-technical text.
Parents or guardians will need to sign to say that they will supervise their children and that they are aware of the risks particular to the excursion:
- Dangerous objects – asbestos, glass with sharp edges, sharp shells, rubbish.
- Jellyfish tentacles, biting and stinging organisms.
- Dogs (which may snap at your hands or confront you if you pick something up).
- Dog droppings (that can look like rocks).
- Possible strong direct and reflected UV light and high temperatures.
Wearing sun protection, gloves and footwear is recommended. Participants should not enter the water while on the excursion (for insurance considerations).
REGISTRATION: Participants must register for the excursion and for the treasure hunts by 5pm on Saturday 22nd February.
Contact:
For booking and information:
Laurence Campbell (laurencc@tpg.com.au)