230 million years ago  Connecticut was connected to Africa and early dinosaurs roamed our state.   Volcanic  activity was forming West Rock,  East Rock, Sleeping Giant and the Higby Mountain range.    The discussion  will  include examples of mineral specimens and fossils which can be found in various  localities throughout Connecticut.  They will also discuss an upcoming field trip to Case Quarry in Portland Connecticut and how interested participants may attend.

Please call Bob Daniels at (203) 876-1192  or  e-mail him at earth06461@gmail.com with any inquiries.

    Dan will present an introduction to the study of meteorites - using a classroom environment format.  Through discussions, demonstrations, and photographs that you will be able to “take home and keep” Dan will discuss the science behind the study of meteorites - from a physics perspective.  He will also discuss the various types of meteorites, and provide you with the opportunity to see “up front and close” some exceptional “complete meteorites” from his collection.
    Dan Record is a retired physics instructor who has spent over 40 years conducting lectures and seminars, throughout the United States, relative to the Apollo missions to the Moon; the Apollo Lunar Sample Collection; the acquisition and study of meteorites; and the past and future exploration of Mars.  Along the way, Dan’s teaching accomplishments have been recognized by several honors including the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science Teaching - from President Reagan - and the National Educator Award.