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Societies | |
| Geologists’ Association | An organisation that brings together enthusiasts of all ages and backgrounds to meet people with similar interests. |
| The Geological Society of London | The Geological Society of London has 12,000 members in the UK and serves a world-leading communicator of Earth Science |
| Geology Trusts | The national umbrella organisation for county based geo-conservation groups. |
| The Black Country Geological Society | Based in Dudley, West Midlands, England and is an Affiliated Society of the Geologists’ Association. |
| Coventry Canal Society | Formed in 1957, the Society has always been active in maintaining the Coventry canal and still carries out monthly canal clearance work parties with its own heritage narrow boat ‘PANTHER’. |
| Warwickshire Industrial Archaeology Society | The Warwickshire Industrial Archaeology Society (WIAS), was formed in 1989 with the aim of promoting the study, recording and preservation of the industrial archaeology of Warwickshire, Coventry and Solihull. |
Things to see and do |
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| Warwick Museum | The Warwickshire Museum collects, safeguards and makes accessible artefacts, specimens and associated information which we hold in trust. |
| Our Warwickshire | This website celebrates and shares Warwickshire’s heritage. |
| Lapworth Museum of Geology | The Lapworth Museum of Geology dates back to 1880, and is one of the oldest specialist geological museums in the UK. |
| Wren's Nest - Dudley | Wren's Nest National Nature Reserve is a classic geological site of exceptional importance. |
| A.J Mugridge | Britain’s last itinerant master brick maker. |
| Dudley Museum | Dudley Museums Service exists for the inspiration, education and enjoyment of everyone. |
| GeoWeek | GeoWeek is an established initiative that seeks to introduce geoscience to as many members of the public as possible. |
| Black Country Global Geopark | The Black Country Geopark is the latest to be added to the growing list of UNESCO Global Geoparks. |
Education: |
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| Earth Learning Ideas | Innovative, Earth related teaching ideas. |
| Earth Science Education Unit | The Earth Science Education Unit, based at Keele University. |
| Mini Me Geology | Geology supplies, rock and mineral kits for kids. |
| Oxford University Museum of Natural History | Designed for kids with lots of fun things to do and learn. |
| Rockwatch | The nationwide club for young geologists. |
| Sedimentary, igneous and metamorphic rocks | A great resource to find out more about sedimentary, igneous and metamorphic rocks - how to identify them, what they are made of, see how they are used and the landscapes they are found in. |
| Dinosaur images and facts | Great resource for young and old! |
| Geological Society Teaching Resources | Teaching resources from the Geological Society |
| Fugro CPT Courses | Free CPT training courses provided by Fugro. For more information contact Steve Poulter via email: [email protected] |
| Institute for Apprenticeships | Want to get paid while you pursue a geoscience degree? Well a Geoscience Degree Apprenticeship may be for you. |
Magazines, Publications and Downloads: |
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| Geology for Climbers | 'Geology for Climbers' leaflet produced by Bethan McCarroll, University of Leicester, 2022, project sponsored by WGCG |
| Geologists Association Magazine | Geologists Association Magazine |
| Geoscientist | The Geological Society 'Geoscientist' Magazine |
| Earth Heritage | Earth Heritage - The geological and Landscape Conservation Magazine |
| Black Country Geological Society | The Black Country Geological Society Newsletter |
| NSGGA Bulletin | The North Staffordshire Group of the Geologists' Association Bulletins |
| GeoConservationUK | Geoconservation Newsletter |
| Natural England Publications | Natural England Publications |
| AAPG Explorer | American Association of Petroleum Geologists 'Explorer' Publications |
| National Academies | National Academies Earth Science Downloads |
| Lyell Collection | Members of the GSL have free online access to over 500 books in the Book Archive and access to one GSL journal option. |
Geological Organisations: |
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| British Geological Survey | British Geological Survey |
| AGI | American Geosciences Institute |
Last Updated on 28 Jul 2024