Since October 1998, the American Geosciences Institute has organized this national and international event to help the public gain a better understanding and appreciation for the Earth Sciences and to encourage stewardship of the Earth. This year's Earth Science Week will be held from October 9-15, 2016 and will celebrate the theme "Our Shared Geoheritage." Geoheritage is the collection of natural wonders, landforms, and resources that have formed over eons and come to this generation to manage, use, and conserve effectively. Geoheritage locations are valued for many reasons, including scientific, economic, ecological, educational, cultural, aesthetic, artistic, and recreational purposes.
Earth Science Week 2016 learning resources and activities engage young people and others in exploring geoheritage throughout the Earth systems, including the geosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere. This theme promotes public understanding and stewardship in many areas, including Earth science, energy, paleontology, water quality, conservation, and climate science.
There is more information about Earth Science Week here.
Australian contributions to Earth Science week are coordinated by the AIG and are
- Welcome the newest rock to the National Rock Garden in Canberra on 9 October at 2pm.
- Join a virtual field excursion
- Take a walking tour through the Geoheritage of The Rocks in Sydney
- Try and break the code of Antarctic field notebooks held by Geoscience Australia