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The Development of
the Haeg Country Dinosaurs
GeoPark
GEO2
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Members & backgroundsTine Belmans
social-cultural work
preparation master Environmental Science
Fatima Oliveirapreparation master Geological Heritage
and Geoconservation
Willem Lenaertsenvironmental management
preparation master Environmental Science
Ron HavenaarIT business
preparation master Environmental Science
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Content1. Research questions
2. Methodology3. Results
A. Geoconservation
B. GeotourismC. Education
D. Marketing
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1. Research questions
Main question: how can HCDGP develop in a
sustainable way?1. Geoconservation and Geotourism
2. Education in the Geopark
3. Marketing Instruments for the Development of the
HCDGP
4. Accessto the HAEG Country
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2. Methodology
Split research into parts, divide parts to individual
expertise
Comparison with other geoparks & situations
(literature study)
Exchange study results. Upload partial results on EVS
site
Join individual parts into one document
Remark: small collaboration, more individual working
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3A. GeoconservationGeoconservation aims to preserve the natural diversity of:
geological features(bedrock)
geomorphological (landform)
soil features and processes
and to maintain natural rates and magnitudes of change in those
features and processes (source: Sharples, 2002)
Interrelation biodiversity - geodiversity
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3A. GeoconservationMethodology
1. Inventory
2. Quantification
3. Classification
4. Conservation
5. Valorization
6. Divulgation
7. Monitoring
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3A. GeoconservationIn Romania & Hateg Country:
-Center of studies on geodiversity and biodiversity
- National Board of Geoconservation
National Strategy
inventory & list
develop a good geoconservation strategy
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3B. GeotourismDefinition:
The provision of interpretive services and facilities
that promote the value and social benefit of
geological and geomorphological geosites, ensuring
their preservation for the use of students and tourists.Source: Hose (2000)
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3B. Geotourism
Connection with local skills, handicrafts, techniques
Recreational activities and sports:
f.e. Geokayaking, georafting, geohiking, climbing,
skiing, geocycling,
There is possibility to implement in HCDGP
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3C. EducationImportance of education
in a Geopark
A geopark achieves its goals through a three-pronged
approach: conservation, education and geotourism.(in definition UNESCO)
Holistic!
Involvement local communities
Informal vs. formal learning
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3C. Education
Education in Haeg Geopark
There are two main issues:
Management
the management for the Geopark is not an
independent entity
Budget
There is no financial plan for the Geopark, so
neither for education.
Some existing programs (cooperation with university, local schools
Some plans not implemented
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3C. EducationMarble Arch Caves Geopark
Very clear indicated on the website
Using school-methods (workbook)
Involvement of local communities
Local tour guides
Collaborations for activities,festivities
nature activities with Suzie the Squirrel,
Olivia, Sean, Badge and friends
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3C. EducationEnglish Riviera Geopark
Holistic!
Warren Barn Residential Activity CentreVolunteers & young ambassador group
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3C. Education
The 4 Learning Phasesaccording to Kolb
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3D. Marketing instruments
Analyzing target group
In EU:
1. 50% is getting some rest
2. 28% is getting some tan on the beach
3. 18% is enjoying fun in the landscape, mountains or lakes.
Working in width working in depth
7 marketing instruments
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3D. Marketing Instruments
Instrument 1: The list of winning Europeandestinations of Excellence
21 Most Attractive Locations in the European Community.
Romania can aim to be on the list!
International publicity
http://ec.europa.eu
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http://ec.europa.eu/http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/magazine/articles/competitiveness-energy-environment/article_11017_en.htmhttp://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/magazine/articles/competitiveness-energy-environment/article_11017_en.htmhttp://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/magazine/articles/competitiveness-energy-environment/article_11017_en.htmhttp://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/magazine/articles/competitiveness-energy-environment/article_11017_en.htmhttp://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/magazine/articles/competitiveness-energy-environment/article_11017_en.htmhttp://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/magazine/articles/competitiveness-energy-environment/article_11017_en.htmhttp://ec.europa.eu/7/28/2019 GEO2 TINE
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3D. Marketing Instruments
Instrument 2: The Function of an attractive set ofmuseums
A collection of museums and attractions will extend the stay of thevisitors.
Proposals HCDGP:
Museums with dinosaur fossils
Art museums, historical arts, contemporary arts
Geological Museums Zoo
Botanical gardens
Temporary festivities, weekend art markets
Local folklore
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3D. Marketing Instruments
Instrument 3: Public interest around Dinosaurs
Imagination!
Proposal: educational zoo with artificial skeletons and maquettes.
= physical awareness
Berlin Museum of Natural
History
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3D. Marketing Instruments
Instrument 4: Trend for activity and exclusivenessin holidays
Tourism market is changing
Excavating fossils in Haeg ?
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3D. Marketing Instruments
Instrument 5: The attitude of visitors about the Romanianpeople and
the Romanians on visitors
Negative prejudices + negative experiences (internet + fora)
- Publishing opposite
- Easy-to-reach informationdesk
- Government efforts
- Evaluation forms by visitors
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3D. Marketing InstrumentsInstrument 6: Increased Use of Information
Technology
-Online information, websites, booking
-Creating Apps
Instrument 7:
extra tourism options in combination with
HCDGP
Other nature parks, wellness, castles & fortresses, bird-
watching,
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Conclusion
Lot of opportunities for HCDGP!
Budget is generally the main issue
Can (mass)tourism fit with geoconservation &
sustainable development?
Remark: holistic view on three pillars is difficult to
keep
Pros contras - actors?
Definitely incomplete
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