Duration: 5h

Description In this programme, students are invited to discover how geodiversity - the variety of rocks, soils, landforms and geological processes - underpins the ecosystem services that sustain life on the planet. Through field activities and moments of reflection, they explore how geological elements influence water availability, soil fertility, climate regulation and even human well-being. With the territory of the Geopark as a backdrop, this programme promotes an integrated understanding of nature and highlights the importance of preserving geodiversity to ensure a sustainable future.

Places to visit:

Geopark Headquarters - Minerals Room

Azibo Dam

G14 - Geosite Cenozoic Sediments of Vale da Porca

G11 - Geosite Talc of Vale da Porca

G16 - Geosite Limestones of Salselas

G08 - Geosite Metavolcanites of Fraga da Pegada

Geo-knowledge:

The Earth's ecosystems

Geodiversity (basis of life)

Provisioning services (provision of goods, such as food, water, etc)

Regulating services (regulation and control of ecosystem processes)

Cultural services (importance of ecosystems in providing recreational, educational, aesthetic, spiritual benefits)

Supporting services (necessary for the production of all other services).