This fascinating 6-day Geology camp is aimed at students aged 16-25 with an interest in geology and meets the criteria of the DoE Gold Residential.
Whether you have studied the subject formally or not, this camp offers a fantastic opportunity to extend your experience and knowledge whilst being inspired by how geology can shape your future.
Are you considering a degree in geology, earth science or physical geography? This 6-day residential is for young people that are looking to improve their field skills and explore the options of a possible career in geoscience.
Geology offers fascinating window into Earth’s deep past and the foundations of our most iconic landscapes, but can be slightly daunting to the uninitiated. This course is designed to develop an appreciation of the basic skills and knowledge of earth science in a fun and supportive environment. This residential will immerse participants in geological technique and fieldwork at stunning locations in Pembrokeshire. You will have the chance to study a range of geological structures and rock types across Pembrokeshire at world-renowned geological locations and to meet local experts.
Our residentials also give you the chance to develop a range of transferable skills. These types of skills help across many areas of life and are particularly good for including in job or education applications.
Here are some of the transferable skills that are likely to be covered in this residential:
- Communicating with others
- Working as a team
- Managing your time
- Taking the lead
- Resilience
- Reliability
- Keeping focused
The camps are led by our experienced FSC field tutors.
If you are Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award participant, this course is also an ideal way to complete the ‘Residential’ section of the award
If these course dates do not suit you, we run similar courses at many of our other centres.
This course is open to young people aged 16-25. When you book, it is essential that you enter the age and attendees name in the Order Notes at the checkout. If the attendee is under 18, the booking must be made by a parent/guardian.
Tutor: Field Studies Council Staff
Courses are led by experienced Field Studies Council staff.
Example Timetable
Day 1
Arrive-1200
Register and introduction to camp
Day 2
Folding and faulting at Marloes Bay/Broadhaven: You will spend the day looking at the evidence for past environmental change, including continental collisions at two fantastic coastal locations, including a visit to St Ann’s Head to view the spectacular folding.
Day 3
Geomorphology on the Stackpole Estate: You will take in the structures and fossils at Stackpole Quay before embarking on a cliff top journey looking for features of a karst landscape and evidence of coastal erosion. A trip to the Green Bridge of Wales is included.
Day 4
Geological Mapping in Dale/St Davids area: You can practise your mapping techniques on the foreshore at Dale Village before completing a group mapping project on igneous rocks at Porthclais. Pre-Cambrian igneous and volcanic rocks, and the Cambrian/Pre-Cambrian unconformity will be examined in the St David’s area.
Day 5
Ordovician volcanoes, metamorphism and fossils in North Pembrokeshire: The stunning pillow lavas and evidence for explosive volcanic eruptions near Strumble Head will be observed before visiting the Blue Lagoon at Abereiddy to hunt for graptolites and trilobites. We may also look for evidence of the transport of the famous Pembrokeshire “bluestones” to Stonehenge.
Day 6
Finishing touches and studying rock exposures at Dale Fort.
Depart 1500
What's Included
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Expert Tuition -
Free Wi-Fi -
Full Board Accommodation -
Hot and Cold Drinks -
In Course Transport
Before You Attend
What shall I bring?
A kit list will be sent out via email. All technical equipment will be provided.
Boots or wellingtons
Waterproof jacket & trousers
Hat and Gloves for warm and cold weather
Wash kit
Suitable clothing for the time of year
Small day rucksack
Head torch
Water bottle and lunch box
This course is open to young people aged 16-25. When you book, it is essential that you enter the age and attendees name in the Order Notes at the checkout. If the attendee is under 18, the booking must be made by a parent/guardian.
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