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Geowalk on the Albury-Clandon Traverse 27th June 1999

This day trip was led by Iain Fletcher, looking at the results of the conservation work Iain and his loyal band of enthusiasts have been doing at this classic locality.

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Briefing from Iain

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Headley formation being discussed

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Looking at the Upper Chalk

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Notice the farm yard "sludge"

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Two new waymarkers - a liberal interpretation of the past!

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Using the walkway constructed by Iain and his team to look at the detail in the sands.

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At lunch - almost under cover!

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Testing for calcium carbonate cement with an acid bottle

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An exposure of the Bargate Beds

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Toads Crossing!

Watch where you put your feet!

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The Silent Pool

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A Middle Chalk exposure

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The remains of a lime kiln

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Downland landscape

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Well deserved refreshment

 

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