Rocks Rock

Dr. Robbins is an Emeritus Professor of Geoscience and Natural Resources at the University of Connecticut in Storrs. During his 37 years at UCONN he taught courses and conducted research dealing with water resources. He started a study aboard course for the University dealing with ancient Roman water systems in Italy and continues to travel in Europe and the Mideast exploring Roman ruins. He has given many public lectures and has helped many towns in the State dealing with environmental issues. He lives in Groton and is a volunteer at the Seaport and the Senior center. He also serves on the
Town’s Inland Water and Wetlands Agency.

 

Free but please register. Each lecture 45 minutes & 15 minutes Q & A

1. Geology Rocks 101 – The Fascinating Story of Rocks and Minerals
2. Time Traveling Through the Geologic History of Connecticut
3. Groton’s Rocky Foundation, the Geology of our Town
4. Brrrrr- Groton in the Ice Age