Does your child come home from outdoor adventures with a pocket full of rocks and dirt under their fingernails? Do they spend hours examining every little pebble at the park or along the river valley paths? If you have rules about indoor rocks, you know what we’re talking about. And these rock-finding adventures might hold the key to your child’s future career!
The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) aims to inspire a new generation of makers and thinkers. One of the ways they do this is by organizing an annual Rock and Fossil Clinic for the public.
This exciting event allows people of all ages to experience and explore the wonders of geoscience. (Tell your kids that’s a fancy word for the study of what makes the Earth!) It is a fun day for families to discover fossils, rocks, and curious landforms. Plus, you’ll learn fascinating facts from practising geoscientists and earth science students, and your kids can discover what a career in geoscience looks like.
APEGA Rock and Fossil Clinic
The 32nd annual APEGA Rock and Fossil Clinic will take place in Edmonton on Saturday, October 4, 2025. The event will be held in person at the University of Alberta, with a variety of hands-on geoscience activities. This is your chance to learn more about Alberta’s rich geological history from fellow rock enthusiasts and experts, including viewing mineral and fossil collections and special access to tours.
APEGA is very excited to partner with several great local organizations to host this fun and educational event:
- The University of Alberta Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
- The University of Alberta Department of Physics
- The Edmonton Geological Society
- The Alberta Geological Survey
Register Early to Reserve Your Spot
Come see the world through the lens of a geoscientist and unearth history! The APEGA Rock and Fossil Clinic costs only $10 to register, and space is limited at this popular all-ages event. To ensure a spot for the rock-enthused explorers in your family, register online by October 1, 2025.
Get ready to dig into geoscience with a fun day of learning and exploration with APEGA!
APEGA Rock and Fossil Clinic:
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
Time: 10 AM – 4 PM
Venue: University of Alberta
Cost: $10
Website: www.apega.ca
