Look out for our very first Geopod .....
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If you have recently passed Rhiconich on the main A838 near Kinlochbervie you might have noticed an interesting new structure by the side of the road. It is the first of several “Geopods” to be installed through the North West Highlands Geopark providing information and shelter in a low impact sustainable structure.
The location of the Geopod has been carefully chosen to combine safe roadside parking, easy access and mobile phone coverage so that information panels can be complimented by on-line content. The information panels have maps, describe the landscape and its heritage together with some background on Geoparks in general. They also have QR-codes so that you can download more information to smart phones and tablets.
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And here's our master craftsman at work..
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2015 Events Calendar
Geo-rambles, short-medium length walks.
Geo-hikes, full day hill walks.
Geo-climbs, suitable for all.
Geo-tours, suitable for all.
Roadshow events, suitable for all.
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August
| Friday 21st - Monday 24th |
Geo-links |
| A long-weekend festival celebrating the links between wildlife, culture and the landscape. Join experts in geology, ecology and geo-archaeology as they explore the North West Highlands Geopark. Accommodation available. Advanced booking essential. Costs: Full week-end: £160, day ticket £, 10% early-bird discount (by 30th June) %. Accommodation available at Assynt field centre where festival will be based. Grid ref: NC253219. Postcode: IV27 4HL Contact: Pete Harrison 01854 612568 pete@nwhgeopark.com |
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| Wednesday 26th Geo-tour |
Roadshow Event |
| 1 day bus trip around the Geopark visiting Knockan Crag, Ardvreck castle, Lochinver and Achiltibuie with stunning views of the Summer Isles. Opportunities to buy lunch available or bring a picnic. Booking essential, pick-ups to be arranged on booking. Cost : Adult £30 Child £20 Family £80 Contact: Pete Harrison 01854 612568 pete@nwhgeopark.com |
| Monday 31st |
Geo-hike |
| A big day out with a geo-ranger. Find out what makes Arkle special and explore shattered ridges of quartzite on this extreme mountain walk. Water-proofs and sturdy boots are essential as ground is rough with slabby rocks, bring lunch and lots of snacks. Meet at the bridge just North of Achfary on the A838 at 10am. Cost: Adults £15, children £7.50. Grid ref: NC297402 . |
For booking or more information go to : http://www.nwhgeopark.com/events/
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September
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| Wednesday 9th |
Geo-tour |
| 1 day bus trip around the Geopark visiting Scourie with a chance to choose your favourite pebble from the beach, Kinlochbervie, the stunning white sandy beach and fascinating colourful rocks at Oldshoremore and the new Geocentre at Unapool. Opportunities to buy lunch available or bring a picnic. Booking essential, pick-ups to be arranged on booking. Cost : Adult £30 Child £20 Family £80 Contact: Pete Harrison 01854 612568 pete@nwhgeopark.com |
| Friday 18th – Sunday 20th |
Lochinver Climbing Festival |
| A Climbing Festival in the North West Highlands Geopark at Glencanisp Lodge, Lochinver. Come and join in the autumnal festival atmosphere. The weather is often pretty good at this time of year and if not we have plenty of in-door workshops planned. Why not sign up for ‘Geology for Climbers’ and find out why that particular crag is so grippy? There will be climbing technique, navigation and physio workshops as well as a program of talks on climbing and exploration. On Saturday night we will have a Ceilidh and a Hog Roast so bring your kilt or your dancing feet! Keep an eye on Facebook for the full program as it is developed. Weekend tickets £150, camping £10 per night (limited spaces). |
| Wednesday 16th- Wednesday 23rd |
Geo-tour |
| A week-long course for those with an interest in Geology. A chance to visit some of the key geo-sites in the North West Highlands Geopark, taking in Assynt, Achiltibuie, Scourie and Durness. Tickets cost £235 for the week which includes transport. Accommodation can be arranged with a wide range available in the Geopark. Early bird discount of 10% applies to bookings made before July 31st 2015. Contact: Pete Harrison 01854 612568 pete@nwhgeopark.com |
For booking or more information go to : http://www.nwhgeopark.com/events/
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October
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| Wednesday 7th |
Geo-tour |
| 1 day bus trip around the Geopark visiting Knockan crag, Ardvrek castle, Lochinver and the new Geocentre at Unapool. Opportunities to buy lunch available or bring a picnic. Booking essential, pick-ups to be arranged on booking. Cost : Adult £30 Child £20 Family £80 Contact: Pete Harrison 01854 612568 pete@nwhgeopark.com |
| Saturday 10th - Thursday 15th |
Earth Science Week |
| Join the Geopark geo-ranger at various locations throughout the Geopark including Ullapool, Achiltibuie, Lochinver, Kinlochbervie and Durness. There will be talks and a chance to vote for the winning poster competition entry. The posters have all been designed by primary school children from the Geopark and the winner will appear on buses in Inverness to teach people about our landscape and culture. For details of events check out our web site, social media, call us or drop in to the RockStop at Unapool. |
| Wednesday 14th |
Geo-ramble |
| Join a NWH Geopark Geo-ranger to explore Knockan Crag, a site just off the main road bursting with interesting geology and amazing wildlife. A well-constructed path takes a short and steep climb to amazing views across to Stac Pollaidh and beyond. Meet at Knockan Crag NNR car park, 2.5 miles south of Elphin at 11am. Cost: Adults £4, children £3, family £11. Grid ref: NC188090. Nearest postcode: IV27 4HH |
| Friday 16th |
Geo-ramble |
| A short walk around Loch Eriboll to visit a prehistoric landscape and some of the rocky outcrops which inspired mountain building theory. Booking essential. Meeting place given out at time of booking. Cost: Adults £8, Children £4, family £20. |
| Wednesday 21st |
Geo-tour |
| 1 day bus trip around the Geopark visiting Sango bay in Durness, Ceannabeinne clearance village, the rock stops in the North of the Geopark and the new Geocentre at Unapool. Opportunities to buy lunch available or bring a picnic. Booking essential, pick-ups to be arranged on booking. Cost : Adult £30 Child £20 Family £80 Contact: Pete Harrison 01854 612568 pete@nwhgeopark.com |
For booking or more information go to : http://www.nwhgeopark.com/events/
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North West Highlands Geopark Limited is a social enterprise which re-invests profits to ensure ongoing development of geo-tourism projects, conservation and educational programmes. Our funding comes from government grants, private sector sponsorship, income from tours and donations, click here to donate online.
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We have made tremendous progress with refurbishment and fit-out of The Rock Stop at Unapool. We are still seeking sponsors for the exhibition so if you or your company would like to support us contact Mike on 01971 521301 or mike@nwhgeopark.com.
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