News and Resources
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Geolinks
We have put together a list of links which we hope you find useful.
Geolinks for younger rockhounds
Rockwatch
A UK wide club for young geologists.
KidsGeo
A fun geology website for kids.
Scottish Geology
Scottish Geology
A 'gateway' to Scottish geology on the web.
Our Dynamic Earth
Learn about this superb visitor attraction in the heart of Edinburgh.
The Scottish Earth Science Education Forum
SESEF is an organisation that promotes the understanding and teaching of Earth Science.
Fort William Earthquake
Details of the 2005 earthquake near Fort William
Scotland's Earth Heritage and Landscape
Scottish Natural Heritage Earth Science publications
Minerals of Scotland
Minerals of Scotland - Strontian
Edinburgh Geological Society
The Edinburgh Geological Society was founded in 1834
Geological Society of Glasgow
The Geological Society of Glasgow was founded in 1858
Rock-site - Strontian
Some history on the Strontian mines
UK and Worldwide geology websites
British Geological Survey
The British Geological Survey (BGS) is the world's longest established national geological survey and the United Kingdom's premier centre for Earth Science information and expertise.
International Year of Planet Earth Webmag
The IYPE web magazine giving articles on the over view of IYPE, earth heritage and technology and also on the human society and consumer issues.
Natural History Museum
The Natural History Museum, London
Quaternary Research Association
A group that specialises in studying problems relating to the Ice Age.
How volcanoes work
All you need to know about volcanoes
Mindat
The largest mineral database and mineralogical reference website on the internet
Other Geoparks
North West Highlands Geopark
Find out about another of Scotland's other Geoparks
Geopark Shetland
Shetland Amenity Trust in conjunction with the Geopark Shetland Working Group, will continue to raise awareness of Shetland’s geology, drive Shetland’s European Geopark development projects linked to Shetland’s geological heritage. For details visit Geopark Shetland
North Pennines
North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
European Geoparks Network
Information on the 32 members of the European Geoparks Network.
UNESCO Global Geoparks Network
Information on the 53 members of the Global Geoparks Network
