Discovery Global Geopark

08/31/2026

Geosite Spotlight: Cape Random

Known to many as the filming location for the movie, the Random Passage site offers a glimpse into the challenges of establishing a community along Newfoundland’s rugged shoreline. The dramatic coastline and exposed rock are all part of the story of why people settled where they did, and how they made a living from the sea, building their lives around the fishery.

Today, visitors can explore the reconstructed settlement of Cape Random and experience firsthand the connection between Newfoundland's geology, history, and culture.

📍 Random Passage Site, New Bonaventure

08/07/2026

GEOSITE SPOTLIGHT: Red Cliff

What gives Red Cliff its distinctive colour?

The answer lies in iron. Red ochre, an iron-rich natural pigment, has long connected the geology of this landscape with the people who lived and worked here. Red ochre has a long history of use by Indigenous peoples for a variety of purposes and in more recent history, it was also used as a practical pigment for paint; a connection that we can still see today at the historic John Quinton Fish & Salt Store.
This reminds us that geology isn't just beneath our feet! it has long shaped our buildings, traditions and communities!

07/28/2026

📬 Hi from Newfoundland!

From dramatic coastlines to ancient fossils, Global Geopark showcases the remarkable geological history of Newfoundland. Every stop reveals a new chapter in Earth's story.

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📬 Coucou de Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador!

Des côtes spectaculaires aux fossiles anciens, le Géoparc mondial UNESCO de Discovery met en valeur l'histoire géologique exceptionnelle de Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador. Chaque arrêt révèle un nouveau chapitre de l'histoire de la Terre.

07/28/2026

07/27/2026

A huge thank you to Dr. Mitchell, Dr. Cantine and Dr. Ostranger for sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm with us on Friday. Your presentations certainly sparked curiosity and inspired some great conversations. Thank you as well to everyone who came out to learn about the earliest life in our Geopark, and to Sir William Ford Coaker Heritage Foundation Inc. for hosting us. We look forward to welcoming you to more events in the future!

07/23/2026

Happening tomorrow night! Come on out for an engaging evening and learn about the early life of our Geopark. we look forward to seeing you there!

Join us for an evening of conversations and learning about the earliest animals of our Geopark!

In collaboration with the Sir William Ford Coaker Heritage Foundation Inc. we invite you to come and hear about the fascinating research and work of Dr. Emily Mitchell-University of Cambridge, Dr Marjorie Cantine-University of Washington, and Dr Chad Ostranger-University of Utah.

Admission is free and everyone is welcome. Refreshments will be served.
We look forward to seeing you!

07/22/2026

Thank you Charnwood Forest Geopark ! Our sistership agreement celebrates the incredible geological connection between our two Geoparks and the importance of international collaboration in protecting our shared geological heritage. We’re grateful to be working together across the Atlantic!

🇨🇦 In 2022, we launched a sistership agreement with the Discovery Global Geopark in Canada. This link builds on our shared geological heritage - they have fossils in their Geopark, such as Charnia, that were first named from Charnwood Forest.

07/16/2026

Join us for an evening of conversations and learning about the earliest animals of our Geopark!

In collaboration with the Sir William Ford Coaker Heritage Foundation Inc. we invite you to come and hear about the fascinating research and work of Dr. Emily Mitchell-University of Cambridge, Dr Marjorie Cantine-University of Washington, and Dr Chad Ostranger-University of Utah.

Admission is free and everyone is welcome. Refreshments will be served.
We look forward to seeing you!

06/22/2026

Check out these exciting workshops being offered by our partners Champney's West Aquarium this summer! Registration is required, so don’t forget to sign up - the details are below 👇

Don't miss out on all the fabulous child friendly workshops that are planned for the Aquarium this year. All will be hosted by Memorial Students and are free but registration is required. Email [email protected] Parents do not need to stay for the workshops. Memorial University, Newfoundland and Labrador Science Outreach at Memorial Faculty of Science - Memorial University

06/08/2026