HALF DAY EXCURSION SUNDAY: MAWSON’S TREASURES

Mawson Building, Adelaide University 11am – 1 pm Sunday July 26th

Meet at the entrance to the building.

Sir Douglas Mawson (5 May 1882 – 14 October 1958) is best known for his adventures in Antarctica. What many don't know, is that his best geological work happened in the Flinders Ranges and in mainland Australia. He was an avid collector of minerals, fossils and meteorites. This workshop will explore his early stratigraphic work in the Flinders Ranges and how it compares to the modern stratigraphy. You will be able to see the samples he picked himself! We will also explore and talk about where and how he found meteorites, fossils and the importance of his samples to this day.

Jayden Squire