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The depths of nature
Introduction to speleology
The masterclass
On the occasion of WWF Oasis Day, on May 21, 2023, the masterclass The Depths of Nature. Introduction to Speleology will be held.
The purpose of the masterclass is to take us on a journey through those areas of nature that are not visible. The environment, nature, biodiversity, are everywhere, microscopic or macroscopic, sometimes, as in this case, underground. Very often we do not notice what is close to us, the immensity and diversity of life that we find everywhere. We are immersed in this teeming diversity, we just need to observe it. In some cases, we find it beneath our feet: all it takes is a crack, a fissure, a hole in the rock and a world opens up. An unsuspected fracture in the earth that we may encounter along the path of a walk can actually be the narrow entrance to an underground world.
We will dive in as if into the depths of the sea to begin this discovery: deep nature, underground nature, rocks, fauna, sounds, equipment, techniques.
The basic knowledge of speleology will be illustrated by a highly experienced speleologist, Carlo Zoccoli. Master of climbing and underground exploration, he knows much of this territory, and will therefore accompany us in a first approach to the research and study of caves.
The masterclass will last 2 hours and will be held indoors. There will be image and sound projections and some speleology equipment will be shown and their use explained.
At the end of the event, participants will be offered an aperitif with local products.
HIGHLIGHTED
- The masterclass has a limited number of spots and allows a maximum of 15 participants.
- To participate it is necessary to book using the form on this page.
- Access to the facility where the course will be held involves the presence of stairs.
- Throughout the area of the nature reserve it is not allowed to bring dogs (even on a leash) or other pets.
- When: May 21, 2023, from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm.
- Where: WWF Affiliated Oasis La Malcontenta e il Lupo. Frazione di Asproli, Todi (Pg).
- Free event.
Carlo Zoccoli
Carlo Zoccoli, speleologist, is the president of the Todi Speleological Group. After completing his secondary studies in the historical-artistic field, he attended the experimental course for the restoration and conservation of cultural heritage at the ICR (Central Institute of Restoration).
In 2003, he founded INTRAGEO, a service company for archaeology, participating in countless projects, conducting research, archaeological expeditions, museum activities, and emergency interventions, both in Italy and abroad. He is currently the Director of the "Gerardo Bamonte" Ethnographic Collection at the Americanist Studies Center of Perugia.
Masterclass topics
WHAT IS SPELEOLOGY.
HOW TO BECOME A SPELEOLOGIST.
SPELEOGENESIS:
origin and development of caves.
THE CAVES:
a world of biodiversity among the most extraordinary and unknown on our planet.
THE ANCIENT MAN AND THE CAVE.
THE LAST FRONTIER OF EARTH EXPLORATION:
from the discovery to the exploration of caves, the methods, equipment, and techniques of yesterday and today.
A PREHISTORIC CAVE IN THE FORELLO GORGES:
the Pozzi della Piana.
Where
WWF Affiliated Oasis La Malcontenta and the Wolf
Asproli
Todi (Pg)
06059
Italy
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