Beruflich Dokumente
Kultur Dokumente
GEO
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Fatima Oliveira
preparation master Geological Heritage and Geoconservation
Willem Lenaerts
environmental management preparation master Environmental Science
Ron Havenaar
IT business preparation master Environmental Science
Project LLP nr. 10-EIP-RO BUCURES 09
Content
1. Research questions 2. Methodology 3. Results
A. B. C. D. Geoconservation Geotourism Education Marketing
Project LLP nr. 10-EIP-RO BUCURES 09
1. Research questions
Main question: how can HCDGP develop in a
sustainable way?
1. Geoconservation and Geotourism
2. Education in the Geopark 3. Marketing Instruments for the Development of the HCDGP 4. Access to the HAEG Country
Project LLP nr. 10-EIP-RO BUCURES 09
2. Methodology
Split research into parts, divide parts to individual expertise
3A. Geoconservation
Geoconservation aims to preserve the natural diversity of:
geological features(bedrock) geomorphological (landform) soil features and processes
3A. Geoconservation
Methodology 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Inventory Quantification Classification Conservation Valorization Divulgation Monitoring
Project LLP nr. 10-EIP-RO BUCURES 09
3A. Geoconservation
In Romania & Hateg Country: -Center of studies on geodiversity and biodiversity - National Board of Geoconservation National Strategy inventory & list develop a good geoconservation strategy
3B. Geotourism
Definition:
The provision of interpretive services and facilities that promote the value and social benefit of geological and geomorphological geosites, ensuring their preservation for the use of students and tourists.
Source: Hose (2000)
3B. Geotourism
Geoproducts
Increasing local economy Present local products Educate tourists Popularize geological sciences Based on the geological elements of the region
3B. Geotourism
Connection with local skills, handicrafts, techniques
skiing, geocycling,
3C. Education
Importance of education in a Geopark A geopark achieves its goals through a three-pronged approach: conservation, education and geotourism.
(in definition UNESCO)
3C. Education
Education in Haeg Geopark
Budget
There is no financial plan for the Geopark, so neither for education.
Some existing programs (cooperation with university, local schools Some plans not implemented
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3C. Education
Marble Arch Caves Geopark
Very clear indicated on the website Using school-methods (workbook) Involvement of local communities Local tour guides Collaborations for activities, festivities
nature activities with Suzie the Squirrel, Olivia, Sean, Badge and friends
Project LLP nr. 10-EIP-RO BUCURES 09
3C. Education
English Riviera Geopark
Holistic! Warren Barn Residential Activity Centre Volunteers & young ambassador group
3C. Education
The 4 Learning Phases according to Kolb
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http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/magazine/articles/competitiveness-energy-environment/article_11017_en.htm
http://ec.europa.eu
- Easy-to-reach informationdesk
- Government efforts
Conclusion
Lot of opportunities for HCDGP! Budget is generally the main issue Can (mass)tourism fit with geoconservation & sustainable development? Remark: holistic view on three pillars is difficult to keep Pros contras - actors? Definitely incomplete