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The Hong Kong National Geopark said on Thursday that it had kicked off their plans to renew their membership in the Global Geoparks Network (GGN) in 2015.
Global Geoparks Network (GGN) is a platform where geoparks from around the world, sharing common strategies and exchange of knowledge and support on various issues.
The Country and Marine Parks Board (CMPB) said they have started preparatory work for the revalidation of membership in 2015, as Hong Kong National Geopark was accepted in 2011.
CMPB said their preparation work consists of eight areas, includingmanagement and conservation, geopark branding visibility, local engagement, accessible geopark information, visitor centres, science popularisation, geopark guides, and exchange and sharing."Science popularization" is the one that the board emphasized the most.
Members of the CMPB said that they tried to explain geology in comic format, to make geology funnier and understandable to the public through cartoons.
The board further introduced the latest photo album of Hong Kong Global Geopark. The album has adopted a brand new design concept, showcasing Geopark in Hong Kong with 3D pop-ups and other interactive gimmicks. The 3D technology enables the photo album to present a holistic visual overview of the Hong Kong Geopark, and its breathtaking natural and cultural landscapes.
School education is also a major focus in promoting science popularization. Hong Kong Geopark has developed school program and activities to encourage a long-term interest in earth science, and to explore the links between science and art. The board expected 20 schools to participate in the program in the coming school year.