WELCOME TO THE KINGSTON GEOSCIENCE HUB

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Explore Kingston Geology and Environment

A Guide to the Kingston GeoHub

Known as the “Limestone City,” Kingston sits atop extensive limestone deposits formed more than 440 million years ago during the Ordovician Period. Just northeast of the city, the geology and environment change dramatically where metamorphic rocks of the Frontenac Arch emerge. Together, these contrasting geological and environmental settings make the Kingston area an exceptional place to explore Ontario's geological and environmental history.

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Explore the Kingston GeoHub

From ancient limestone to the Frontenac Arch

Explore geological and environmental stops and field experiences throughout the Kingston region, where ancient sedimentary rocks, nearby metamorphic terrain and the surrounding environment reveal very different chapters of Ontario's geological and environmental past.

⌕ What to Take

We recommend bringing a hand lens or magnifying glass, hiking boots or sturdy shoes, a camera, notebook and pen, and clothing appropriate for changing weather conditions.

The Geodiversity Education Foundation encourages responsible exploration: take pictures, not samples, and leave your rock hammer at home.

! Safety
There is always some risk when visiting a geological and environmental field site, but that risk can be greatly reduced by using good judgement, remaining aware of your surroundings and understanding the hazards associated with each location.

When viewing outcrops or geological and environmental features near roads, remain as far from traffic as possible. Avoid climbing unstable outcrops and stay on established paths wherever possible. Visit field sites with at least one other person whenever practical and keep appropriate local emergency contact information available.

★ Kingston GeoHub Rating Guide

Kingston GeoHub experiences include information about their approximate difficulty, duration and accessibility to help you choose an experience that is right for you.

Difficulty

Rated from 1 to 5, from easiest to most challenging. A rating of 1 represents an easy walk, while 5 may require a higher level of fitness or involve more demanding terrain.

Duration

Indicates the approximate amount of time needed to complete the experience and explore its featured geological and environmental stops.

Accessibility

Rated from 1 to 3. Level 1 means all or many stops are easily accessible; Level 2 means some stops are easily accessible; Level 3 indicates that stops may not be easily accessible.