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03/08/2001
Fermanagh tourist attraction provides setting for geological guide
One of County Fermanagh’s best-known tourist attractions, the Marble Arch Caves, has formed the setting for the launch of a new guide designed to raise awareness of the geological importance of many of the province’s major landmarks.
Sam Foster, MLA, Minister of the Environment, launched the book, entitled ‘Beneath Our Feet’ on Friday 3 August at the Marble Arch Visitor’s Centre. The latest in a series of publications on aspects of earth science, the book details the special geological properties of limestone, and the ‘hidden world’ of caves, and has been written by experienced speleologists Pam and Tim Fogg.
Speaking at the event, Mr Foster said: "When we visit some of Northern Ireland’s greatest landscapes, our eyes are drawn to what we can see - farms, fields, forests, hills and lakes. But there is another world, not initially apparent, which is literally beneath our feet.
"I am therefore delighted to launch the publication of this book which graphically and literally highlights these hidden worlds and congratulate local authors Pam and Tim Fogg. In particular, I hope that it will appeal to - and enlighten - three main groups of people. Firstly, landowners, whose actions ultimately determine whether these unique landscapes and features will prosper or not. Secondly, the public, to let them know that these wonders are here on our doorstep. Finally, our children in whose hands the future of our environment lies.
"It is my fervent hope that this book will lead to a better understanding and appreciation of the wonderful landscapes and unique features which are to be found in our Province." (CL)
Sam Foster, MLA, Minister of the Environment, launched the book, entitled ‘Beneath Our Feet’ on Friday 3 August at the Marble Arch Visitor’s Centre. The latest in a series of publications on aspects of earth science, the book details the special geological properties of limestone, and the ‘hidden world’ of caves, and has been written by experienced speleologists Pam and Tim Fogg.
Speaking at the event, Mr Foster said: "When we visit some of Northern Ireland’s greatest landscapes, our eyes are drawn to what we can see - farms, fields, forests, hills and lakes. But there is another world, not initially apparent, which is literally beneath our feet.
"I am therefore delighted to launch the publication of this book which graphically and literally highlights these hidden worlds and congratulate local authors Pam and Tim Fogg. In particular, I hope that it will appeal to - and enlighten - three main groups of people. Firstly, landowners, whose actions ultimately determine whether these unique landscapes and features will prosper or not. Secondly, the public, to let them know that these wonders are here on our doorstep. Finally, our children in whose hands the future of our environment lies.
"It is my fervent hope that this book will lead to a better understanding and appreciation of the wonderful landscapes and unique features which are to be found in our Province." (CL)
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