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Geopark Annual Reports - European Geoparks Network

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Beigua <strong>Geopark</strong> - ITALY<br />

The new <strong>Geopark</strong> information and interpretation facility in Sassello<br />

During 2011 the Beigua Regional Nature Park (<strong>European</strong> and Global<br />

<strong>Geopark</strong>) continued his work to improve the geological heritage<br />

conservation activities within the frame of the wider and more complex<br />

strategy of conservation of the natural and cultural-historical heritage the<br />

protected area has. New projects and opportunities were developed.<br />

Highlights of the year included:<br />

● Opening of the new information and interpretation facility at the<br />

entrance of the Deiva Regional Forest, in Sassello on 24 th May 2011.<br />

Entirely renovated thanks to regional funds, it works as a multipurpose<br />

center able to host educational activities as well as to organize local<br />

events, workshops and meetings. The main hall offers 50 seats and is<br />

provided with multimedia equipment to support several uses.<br />

● Carrying out of a new project about local governance and<br />

environmental/socio-economic values in the <strong>Geopark</strong> area with the<br />

collaboration of the Regional Administration. Well-structured activities<br />

with several stakeholders and specialists workshops has been organized<br />

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