Wadjemup (Rottnest) Field Trip – Carbonate systems, sea level change and Quokkas

Wadjemup (Rottnest) Field Trip – Carbonate systems, sea level change and Quokkas– by bike

Led by Dr Moyra Wilson (University of Western Australia)

Though some 18 km offshore at the present day, during previous glacial lowstands Wadjemup (Rottnest Island) was joined to the mainland. Evidence of fluctuating sea-levels and environmental change is preserved both in the oral histories of the Whadjuk Noongar people but also the rocks and landforms of the island. Wadjemup offers excellent opportunity to explore classic carbonate aeolianites, coral reef, lacustrine and lagoonal deposits and marine features that are a conspicuous feature of the Pleistocene Tamala Limestone and associated units that outcrop over some 1000 km of WA’s coastline.

The trip, led by Moyra Wilson, will also facilitate broader discussions of approaches to palaeosea-level reconstructions, climate change and the coastal dynamics of WA’s younger geological evolution.

Please note that for insurance reasons this trip is only open to members. If you are not currently a member you will need to sign up before booking.

Prices:

Members:                     $100

Students:                       $50

Tickets close the Thursday prior at 5pm.

Note: This price is for the instruction only. It does not include ferry fares, bike hire or lunch. These need to be arranged separately at your own cost.

Getting there:

Meeting point: Rottnest Visitor Centre: 8.40 am, finish by 4 pm in time for a 4.30 pm return.  Recommendation to save time hire your bikes from the ferry company.

https://rottnestexpress.com.au/

https://www.sealink.com.au/

https://booking.rottnestfastferries.com.au/