CGS TRIP FOR SUNDAY 23RD JUNE IS CANCELLED Due to unforeseen circumstances. APOLOGIES FOR ANY INCONVENIENCEÂ JOHN RODGERS.
Event Reminder – Glacial Landforms and Sediments on the SW Cumbrian Coast
Leader: David Evans
Meet at layby Whitbeck SD 115 845
http://www.streetmap.co.uk/map.srf?X=311550&Y=484550&A=Y&Z=115
c.6km walking on farm track and steep gravelly path to beach. Hard hat and digging tools optional. No toilet facilities.
Event Postponed – Threlkeld Knotts – Lavas, Laccoliths and Landslips
THE THRELKELD KNOTTS TRIP FOR WED 12 JUNE IS POSTPONED BECAUSE OF POOR WEATHER CONDITIONS FORECAST. IT IS HOPED THAT THIS EVENT CAN BE OFFERED IN JULY AND IF SO AN ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE POSTED ON THE CGS WEBSITE. APOLOGIES FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE.
John Rodgers
Event Reminder – Threlkeld Knotts – Lavas, Laccoliths and Landslips
Leader: John Rodgers
Meet at 2pm at the road junction SW of Burns Farm NY 304240 for car sharing.
http://www.streetmap.co.uk/map.srf?X=330450&Y=524050&A=Y&Z=115
5km walking, c. 350m ascent on mainly paths but some rough ground. This trip will be dependent on fair weather and may be postponed if conditions are poor. Last minute news from leader on email hidden; JavaScript is required.
Open University: Introduction to Geology – Free Course
WGS and CGS members may be interested in this free course provided by Open University.
This is around 12 hours of study material with a free statement of participation on completion.
Latest Event Material – Harter Fell – Borrowdale Volcanic Group
Leader: Clive Boulter
In preparation for the excursion please find the link to a presentation which attendees are encouraged to print out and bring on the excursion.
https://www.cumberland-geol-soc.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/2019-Cumberland-Geol-Soc-Field-Meeting-Harter-Fell-PDF.pdf
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Meet at SD 2350 9955 Duddon Valley
http://streetmap.co.uk/map.srf?X=323505&Y=499555&A=Y&Z=115
As this is a Forestry Commission car park, parking fees may apply.
6km walking,c.450m ascent on rough steep terrain with some off defined paths.