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Geological Society of Maine Founded 1974  |
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Who We Are Who we are The Geological Society of Maine is a non-profit organization dedicated to geological issues and education in Maine. The Society's membership includes professionals from private companies, academic institutions, and governmental agencies, and is open to anyone with an interest in geology. Student participation is strongly encouraged. The Society holds three meetings each year, in the late fall (Annual Meeting), early spring, and mid-summer (usually field trips). A newsletter, The Maine Geologist, is published for all members three times a year. Click here to join. Our mission (1) To further the public awareness and understanding of the geology of the State of Maine, and of the modern geologic processes which affect the Maine landscape and the human environment; (2) To develop and encourage continuing social contact and dialogue among geologists working in Maine; (3) To advance the professional improvement of its members; (4) To inform members and other interested persons of current and planned geologic programs in Maine; and (5) To provide a financial base to publish and distribute a periodic Newsletter, to cover matters of technical and general interest, and to announce future society meetings. |