Last updated Monday 23rd September 2010.
| September 2010 | Scottish Geology Festival |
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| Rock on! A nationwide month in celebration of Scotland's awesome geological heritage. |
Location: Shetland wide |
| Event Partners: Scottish Geology Festival Organizing Partnership | |
| For details visit: Scottish Geology Festival | |
| This popular event has been running annually since 2006 and has attracted events from all over Scotland. The Organising Partnership is made up of enthusiastic geologists who enjoy promoting their science to the public and have volunteered their services for free! They are also event providers and organisers in their own right inspiring an eager public with a whole variety of rock-related events. | |
| 4th and 5th September | Geology Field Course |
| Discover Shetland's awesome geological heritage with Allen Fraser (Shetland Geotours) This two day introductory course will give you an insight into the fascinating and diverse rocks of the Central and North Mainland. |
Location: Meet 9.am Shetland Museum car park. Transport provided. |
| Time: Approx 9am - 5pm daily | |
| Admission: £40 | |
| Booking: Essential (Contact Shetland Amenity Trust on 01595 694688) | |
| Suitable for: Anyone with an interest. No prior knowledge required. | |
| 11th September | Shetland's Volcano |
| Guided walk with Robina Barton (Shetland Amenity Trust) Explore the stunning Eshaness coast and delve into the heart of an ancient volcano |
Start point: Eshaness lighthouse |
| Time: 2pm - 5pm | |
| Admission: Free | |
| Booking: Essential (Contact Shetland Amenity Trust on 01595 694688) | |
| Suitable for: Anyone with an interest. Walk includes some uneven terrain. Outdoor clothing and stout shoes essential. | |
| 16th September | Geopark Shetland: The first 3 billion years... |
| Illustrated talk with Jonathan Swale (Scottish Natural Heritage) Discover how the Shetland Islands came into existence and find out just why Shetland's rocks are so special. |
Location: Burravoe Hall, Yell |
| Time: 7.30pm. | |
| Admission: Free | |
| Booking: N/A | |
| Suitable for: Anyone with an interest. | |
| 18th September | The Geology of Fetlar |
| Guided walk with Robina Barton (Shetland Amenity Trust) Journey across an ancient ocean floor and discover the awe inspiring evidence for past continental collisions. |
Starting point: Loch of Funzie |
| Time: 2pm - 5pm | |
| Admission: Free | |
| Booking: Essential (Contact Shetland Amenity Trust on 01595 694688) | |
| Suitable for: Anyone with an interest. Walk includes some uneven terrain. Outdoor clothing and stout shoes essential. | |
| 23rd September | Geopark Shetland: The first 3 billion years... |
| Illustrated talk with Jonathan Swale (Scottish Natural Heritage) Discover how the Shetland Islands came into existence and find out just why Shetland's rocks are so special. |
Location: Hoswick Visitor Centre |
| Time: 7.30pm. | |
| Admission: Free | |
| Booking: N/A | |
| Suitable for: Anyone with an interest. | |
| 25th September | Shetland's Desert Environment |
| Guided tour with Allen Fraser (Shetland Geotours) Discover an ancient desert environment as you explore the rocks of South Mainland. |
Location: Meet 9.am Shetland Museum car park. Transport provided. |
| Time: Approx 9am - 5pm | |
| Admission: £15 | |
| Booking: Essential (Contact Shetland Amenity Trust on 01595 694688) | |
| Suitable for: Anyone with an interest. No prior knowledge required. |