Monthly Archives: October 2011

Digitising the map collection: new toys

Posted on October 20, 2011 by

‘Do you have a digital copy of that map?’  It’s probably the most common question I get asked in the Map Room. Currently our collection is almost 100% hardcopy mapping, collected by Fellows and librarians throughout the 200 years of … Continue reading →

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Earth Science Week day 5: chocolate rocks and angel cake layers….

Posted on October 13, 2011 by

It has come to our attention that, as well as being Earth Science Week, it is currently Chocolate Week. An opportunity too good to miss, to combine geology and sweets in a fabulous smorgasbord of delicious learning. Disclaimer: all of … Continue reading →

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Earth Science Week day 4: Hidden Science Phone App

Posted on October 13, 2011 by

Ever wondered why natural disasters happen? Or been frustrated by a flight cancelled by volcanic ash clouds? Earth science affects our lives in all kinds of ways, throwing up a lot of questions along the way. This month, to coincide … Continue reading →

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Earth Science Week day 3: what on Earth is geocaching?

Posted on October 12, 2011 by

Earth Science Week is a great opportunity to explore the geology in your area – especially as we’re experiencing some unseasonably good weather! A great way to do this is by ‘geocaching’ (pronounced geo-kash-ing). A growing hobby in the US, … Continue reading →

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Earth Science Week day 2: How to make a kitchen volcano….

Posted on October 11, 2011 by

Last week, we blogged about the best volcanic hang outs for aspiring super-villains. Realistically though, we know many of you Evil Geologists can’t afford a lair to call your own – in view of this, we present the (sort of) … Continue reading →

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Earth Science Week 2011 – Fossil map of the UK

Posted on October 10, 2011 by

The UK’s first Earth Science Week begins today! Earth Science Week has been happening in the USA annually since 1998, organised by the American Geological Institute, and we’re very pleased to host the first UK week alongside.

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Top 5 volcanic lairs for Evil Geologists

Posted on October 7, 2011 by

It’s natural to assume that geologists as a breed, are of good stock.  They are hale, hearty, don’t mind a spot of outdoor activity and most importantly don’t do evil.  However there’s always a bad apple in any given group … Continue reading →

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Etna, Stromboli and smelly tshirts part 3: Volcanomics

Posted on October 4, 2011 by

  Nick Petford updates us on his National Geographic filming trip in Italy… Once Catania airport reopened, we flew the short hop to Naples four hours behind schedule, and enjoyed fantastic views of Etna’s summit, Stromboli and the Aeolian Islands. … Continue reading →

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Between a rock and a Bard: geology and poetry

Posted on October 3, 2011 by

Over a year ago the Geological Society put out a call for ‘the best geological poems, original or otherwise’ to be read at an event this October 10th to mark National Poetry Day and Earth Science Week.  It has been my … Continue reading →

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