Three field trips were organized for the participants in the afternoon of 15 Jan. 2025 to introduce them to the natural beauty of Hong Kong.
Hong Kong UNESCO Global GeoPark
Spanning 50 square kilometres, the GeoPark showcases breathtaking volcanic landscapes, including hexagonal volcanic columns, sea caves, and stacks, formed around 140 million years ago. Additionally, it highlights diverse sedimentary rock formations and features attractions such as the High Island Reservoir and ancient rock carvings. In this field trip, 49 participants the participants visited the High Island Reservoir East Dam with the globally rare rhyolitic volcanic hexagonal rock columns.
Hoi Ha Wan Marine Park
The trip to Hoi Ha Wan Marine Park, with 36 people in total, allows the participants to delve into the vital role of coral in our marine ecosystem, such as exploring the coral nursery facility established by WWF-HK and the Coral Academy of the Chinese University of Hong Kong at the Hoi Ha Marine Life Centre. Additionally, the visitors embarked on a guided ride aboard Transparency, the glass-bottomed boat, where they can marvel at the diverse array of corals and fish thriving in Hoi Ha Marine Park.
Hong Kong Wetland Park
The Hong Kong Wetland Park is a 60-hectare ecological park, and it serves as a conservation, education, and recreational hub Interpreters will bring participants visit most parts of the park to explore the seasonal charms of wetlands and to discover different wetland plants and animals, such as Pui Pui's Home, Stream Walk, Life Zone, Succession Walk, Riverside Hide, and Mangrove Boardwalk. This trip has attracted 18 participants to explore the region's diverse wetland ecosystem, rich biodiversity and offering interactive exhibitions, outdoor habitats, guided tours, and recreational facilities.
