Saturday, January 18, 2025
Are you ready to rock?! Join us for this geo-tastic session where we explore the rock cycle and the natural forces that lead to the creation of rocks. Then, get your hands dirty with a geologist and model the creation of the three main rock types. Witness igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rock formation right in front of your eyes!
Time
Ages 7-12: 8 am PT • 9 am MT • 10 am CT • 11 am ET • 12 pm AT
Ages 13-17: 10 am PT • 11 am MT • 12 pm CT • 1 pm ET • 2 pm AT
Materials and Preparation
- 6 different coloured crayons – peel paper off before session
- Plastic or regular spoon (note: for shaving crayons)
- 2 medium-sized bowls
- 2 cups boiling water (parental assistance required)
- 2 cups cold water
- Aluminum foil
- Paper (1 piece)
- Pen or pencil
Meet the Expert
Noelle Lin
Noelle is an Earth Scientist working in mineral exploration. She works with a Canada-wide team to help companies with geophysical, geochemical, geological, and environmental exploration in northern Canada. She is passionate about spending time outside, learning about rocks, and crafting.
This programming was developed by Mikaela Moore.
