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Celebrating Earth Day and the 7th APGN Week with City Nature Challenge 2026.

🌿🐞 ​​Celebrating Earth Day and the 7th APGN Week with City Nature Challenge 2026.
​Khorat Geopark, in collaboration with its partners, has officially launched City Nature Challenge 2026: Khorat Paleontopolis, joining over 650 cities worldwide. The mission focuses on empowering citizen scientists to document biodiversity within the "Paleontopolis" area. This year, more than 50 participants have already joined the exploration mission.
⏳ ​The main activities are taking place from April 24 to April 27, 2026. A group of volunteers gathered to explore the flora of the Deciduous Dipterocarp forest, freshwater ecology, and birdwatching at the Dino Forest. This also includes independent exploration in other areas within a 20 km radius of the Thao Suranaree Monument, a unique part of Khorat where fossils are discovered in every direction.
​The program began with a Pre-Event from March 31 to April 1 at the Khorat Fossil Museum. Expert researchers provided training on the iNaturalist application to ensure data collection meets international standards.
​This event is not only a nature survey but also a demonstration of the Geopark network's power in the sustainable conservation of geological heritage and natural resources. Independent exploration will continue until April 27, 2026, to contribute to the global biodiversity database.
📝 If you are interested in joining this year’s mission, please participate in the City Nature Challenge Khorat Paleontopolis 2026 project to ensure our observations are counted globally at:
: https://www.inaturalist.org/.../khorat-geopark-biodiversity
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Khorat x Aso: Strengthening Global Resilience Together! ​On April 21, 2026,

🇯🇵🇹🇭 Khorat x Aso: Strengthening Global Resilience Together!
​On April 21, 2026, Khorat UNESCO Global Geopark hosted a landmark experience-sharing session titled "Earthquake Resilience and Safety Measures: Sharing Best Practices from Aso UNESCO Global Geopark, Japan." Held during APGN Week and in celebration of Earth Day, this international collaboration brought together over 70 participants both online and onsite at the Khorat Fossil Museum, Khorat Geopark Office.
​We were honored to have the Director of Aso UGGp and representative of Nishihara village share Japan’s leading safety protocols. In a deeply moving gesture, the Aso team also provided disaster manuals translated into Thai specifically for our residents.
​This event marked the 1st anniversary of the 2025 Myanmar earthquake and also marks the 10th anniversary of the major earthquake in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan to serving as a stark reminder that "Geological Hazards know no borders" and that preparedness is our best defense. The diverse audience included Geopark staff, local leaders, Village Health Volunteers (VHV), and enthusiastic students.
​A heartfelt thank you to the Aso Geopark team for their generosity and friendship. Together, we are building a safer, more resilient future for our communities! 🤝🌏
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Khorat x Aso: Lessons from Japan for Local Earthquake Resilience ​Marking the 1st anniversary of earthquake in Myanmar (March 28, 2025)

🇯🇵🇹🇭 Khorat x Aso: Lessons from Japan for Local Earthquake Resilience

​Marking the 1st anniversary of earthquake in Myanmar (March 28, 2025), the tremors of which were felt as far as Bangkok’s high-rises. We are reminded that "Geological Hazards" know no borders and are closer to home than we think.

​In celebration of Earth Day during APGN Week, Khorat Geopark is hosting a special online session. We invite you to learn directly from Japan, a global leader in disaster preparedness. We are honored to welcome the Director of Aso UNESCO Global Geopark to share experience and world-class safety protocols.

​Topic: "Earthquake Resilience and Safety Measures: Sharing Best Practices from Aso UGGp"

​🗓 Tuesday, April 21, 2026
⏰ 09:00 - 10:00 AM (Indochina Time: GMT +7)
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Japan Standard Time GMT+9)

📍 Join us online via Zoom Meeting
🆔 Meeting ID: 935 0028 8952
🔐 Passcode: 273018

​Let’s build awareness and prepare for geological hazards together. Safety begins with learning.
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Khorat UNESCO Global Geopark invites you to celebrate Earth Day and the 7th APGN WEEK under the theme "Celebrating Earth Heritage - Strengthening Networking," we have activities that connect people, science, and nature.

 
🌍 Earth Day & 7th APGN WEEK 🦕
Khorat UNESCO Global Geopark invites you to celebrate Earth Day and the 7th APGN WEEK under the theme "Celebrating Earth Heritage - Strengthening Networking," we have activities that connect people, science, and nature.
📍 Our Highlight Programs:
🗓 April 21, 2026
🌐 Online Experience Sharing: Earthquake Resilience and Safety Measures
Khorat UGGp x Aso UGGp (Japan)
Learn from the experts! A special knowledge exchange on disaster preparedness and safety for our communities and museums.
🗓 April 24 – 27, 2026
🌿 City Nature Challenge 2026: Khorat Paleontopolis
Be a Citizen Scientist. Join the Global Mission in Khorat Geopark.
Grab your smartphone, open iNaturalist, and help us document the incredible biodiversity of our "Paleontopolis" area. Every observation counts toward a global goal!
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Earth Day Celebration and 7th APGN Week with City Nature Challenge 2026

Earth Day Celebration and 7th APGN Week with City Nature Challenge 2026

Khorat Geopark, Khorat Fossil Museum, Nakhon Ratchasima Rajabhat University and Friends of Fossil Forests invite citizen scientists and nature enthusiasts to join a global mission! 🦕🌿
City Nature Challenge 2026: Khorat Paleontopolis

Come and help us document biodiversity using the iNaturalist app within the "Khorat Paleontopolis" area (covering a 20 km radius around the Thao Suranaree Monument), a unique landscape where fossils are found in every direction across Nakhon Ratchasima.

🗓 Pre-Event Schedule:
[Pre-Event] March 31 – April 1, 2026 (08:30 – 16:30)
Learn how to use iNaturalist for data collection and join a Bioblitz experience shared by expert researchers. Exploration around Khorat Fossil Museum and various Geosites within Khorat Geopark.

📍[Main Event & Exploration]
🗓 April 24, 2026 (08:00 – 12:00): Nature exploration at Dino Forest, Khorat Fossil Museum, Suranaree Subdistrict.
🗓 April 24 – 27, 2026: Free exploration across the entire Khorat Paleontopolis area.

✨ Special Activities:
✅ Enhance your biodiversity survey skills
✅ Discover the flora of the Deciduous Dipterocarp Forest
✅ Explore freshwater ecology
✅ Experience nature walks and birdwatching

📝 Join the project to count your observations globally: https://www.inaturalist.org/.../city-nature-challenge...

💰 Participation is FREE! (Please bring your own food and water).
🔭 Equipment provided for loan: Birdwatching binoculars, butterfly nets, etc.
⚠️ Limited slots available to ensure a safe and high-quality experience.

If you cannot join our organized sessions from April 24–27, you can still participate as a citizen scientist by exploring on your own! Simply join the project on iNaturalist and start recording within the 20 km radius of the Thao Suranaree Monument.
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