Science and Sustainable Agriculture Friday at your school!
How does the landscape relate to the fruits that grow in our local area? The Geopark visited schools in Omitlán de Juárez to conduct the workshop “Discovering El Peral: From Landscape to Fruit.” The workshop was led by Alejandra Alvarado Zink, coordinator of the “Youth Towards Research” program at UNAM’s General Directorate for Science Communication, and María del Carmen Oviedo Parra, General Manager of the Comarca Minera UNESCO Global Geopark. The activities took place at the Lic. Carlos Sánchez Mejorada General Rural Primary School in the community of Velasco and the Melchor Ocampo Primary School in the center of Omitlán. The workshops engaged 203 children, introducing them to science and sustainable agriculture through an experience centered on the landscape and fruits of their local region.These activities promote geo-education and learning among children based on their own environment.
Applied Social Cartography for the Comarca Minera Geopark, Hidalgo:”maps that speak and tell stories”
Maps That Speak and Tell Stories On September 19, 20, and 21, the Peña del Aire Geosite hosted the workshop “Social Cartography Applied to the Comarca Minera Geopark, Hidalgo: Maps That Speak and Tell Stories,” an initiative designed by Dr. Líber Antonio Sosa Martínez from UNAM’s Institute of Geophysics. During this participatory event, community members shared their knowledge, experiences, and memories, identifying specific locations, events, and cultural, geological, and natural elements within the territory that are integral to their history and identity. To conclude the workshop, a map was created covering the area of the Peña del Aire Geosite and its surroundings. Participants then compared their representations to identify commonalities, differences, and new elements that could further enrich the maps.Beyond merely depicting a geographic space, the exercise highlighted the value of collective memory and the stories of the territory’s inhabitants, demonstrating that a map can also serve as a tool…
Lecture: Health Culture in Mountain Sports
We invite you to the lecture “Health Culture in Mountain Sports,” featuring Zenón Rosas Franco and Alfonso Atitlán Gil. Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. Transmission: Facebook Geoparque Comarca Minera UNESCO Join us to learn about the importance of promoting a culture of health and prevention in mountain sports, taking into account the specific characteristics and conditions of these environments.
Company Volunteer Group Henkel Visits the El Cedral Dam Geosite
On September 21 and 22, the El Cedral Dam Geosite in Mineral del Chico hosted a geo-education and environmental conservation event, organized by the La Estanzuela ejido in collaboration with Henkel’s volunteer program. During the event, 40 volunteers took part in geo-education workshops for children from the La Estanzuela community. The children learned about their local natural and cultural heritage, the water cycle, aquifer recharge, the region’s volcanic origins, and the importance of conserving the land.In addition to the geo-education workshops, 2,000 trees were planted with the assistance of the *ejido* responsible for the El Cedral Dam Geosite.By forging partnerships to achieve shared goals, the Comarca Minera Geopark contributes to Sustainable Development Goal 17.After all, getting to know our territory is also a way of learning how to care for it. Learn more
Lecture: Imbabura UNESCO Global Geopark, Ecuador
Tuesday, August 25. Geopark Guardians Permanent Virtual Seminar. We invite you to the lecture “Imbabura UNESCO Global Geopark, Ecuador,” presented by Mr. Carlos Ernesto Merizalde Leiton, founder of the Imbabura Geopark and UNESCO Global Geoparks Evaluator. Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. (CST) Livestream: Facebook Geoparque Comarca Minera UNESCO Join us to learn about the experience of the Imbabura UNESCO Global Geopark in Ecuador, its geological, natural, and cultural richness, as well as the initiatives that have contributed to strengthening the conservation and sustainable development of its territory.
Partnerships to Achieve Goals at the Cerro de las Navajas Geosite
In a working session with the ejidatarios responsible for the Cerro de las Navajas Geosite, along with representatives from the three levels of government and the Geopark, key objectives were addressed to help preserve the geosite and promote responsible tourism to maintain its sustainability. Together, coordinated strategies can be strengthened alongside the relevant institutions, contributing to the conservation, management, and enhancement of this iconic obsidian hill, recognized by UNESCO for its geological and historical value. We appreciate the collaboration of the Undersecretariat of Political Development, as well as representatives from various agencies of the State Government of Hidalgo. Additionally, today the interpretive panel for the Cerro de las Navajas Geosite was delivered to the ejidatarios of the El Nopalillo community who manage the site—a tool that will enable the community and geovisitors to learn about the geological, natural, and cultural importance of this space.
UNESCO Global Geopark Comarca Minera Revalidation Mission Begins
We welcomed UNESCO evaluators Dr. César Goso and Dr. Carlos Merizalde, who during this session learned about the progress and initiatives taking place across the territory to strengthen its conservation, management, and sustainable development. In a meeting with the Geopark’s strategic partners, Hidalgo Tourism Secretary Elizabeth Quintanar Gómez presented the strategies and actions promoted by SECTURH, including the renewal of tourist signage across the geosites of the nine municipalities that form the Geopark territory. Also present at the meeting were Dr. Ana María Soler, Director of Communication at the UNAM Institute of Geophysics and member of the Geopark’s Advisory Technical and Scientific Committee; Dr. Juan Carlos Mora Chaparro, Scientific Director of the Geopark; and Ms. María del Carmen Oviedo Parra, General Manager of the Geopark. This mission represents an opportunity to share the milestones achieved and reaffirm the commitment of institutions, communities, and allies to preserving the geological, natural, and…
Visit to the Hidalgo State Training Institute for Work (ICATHI)
UNESCO evaluators Dr. César Goso and Dr. Carlos Merizalde visited the Hidalgo State Training Institute for Work (Instituto de Capacitación para el Trabajo del Estado de Hidalgo, ICATHI), where they held a meeting with Director General Mr. Jorge Israel Acosta Benítez. During the meeting, they discussed the training programs that the Institute has provided to various geosites across the territory, strengthening the skills of those interacting with visitors and local communities. Highlighted topics included customer service and English language training—key tools that enhance the overall experience of Geopark visitors. Also present at the meeting were Dr. Ana María Soler, Director of Communication at the UNAM Institute of Geophysics and member of the Geopark’s Advisory Technical and Scientific Committee; Dr. Juan Carlos Mora Chaparro, Scientific Director of the Geopark; and Ms. María del Carmen Oviedo Parra, General Manager of the Geopark. The involvement of institutions like ICATHI strengthens strategic partnerships and…
Meeting with the Geosite Stewards
UNESCO evaluators Dr. César Goso and Dr. Carlos Merizalde were welcomed by the managers of the Peña del Aire Geosite, represented by Juan Alvarado Jarillo. During the meeting, they discussed topics related to geosite management, ongoing conservation actions, and the training programs provided by the Geopark, highlighting the joint efforts to strengthen local management and enhance the territory’s value. As part of the welcome, everyone shared a breakfast featuring traditional regional foods—including tamales, atole, and pan de elote (cornbread)—showcasing the gastronomy and warm hospitality of the communities that form part of the Geopark. Also present at the meeting were Dr. Ana María Soler, Director of Communication at the UNAM Institute of Geophysics and member of the Geopark’s Advisory Technical and Scientific Committee; Dr. Juan Carlos Mora Chaparro, Scientific Director of the Geopark; and Ms. María del Carmen Oviedo Parra, General Manager of the Geopark. They toured the Peña del Aire…
Visit to Los Ahuehuetes Geosite in Atotonilco el Grande
UNESCO evaluators Dr. César Goso and Dr. Carlos Merizalde visited the Los Ahuehuetes Geosite in Atotonilco el Grande, where they were welcomed by Mayor Elba Leticia Chapa, municipal directors, and city council members. Meeting at the Atotonilco Community Museum and taking a guided tour of the Jahuey (water reservoir) and the ahuehuete trees, they discussed the history and age of these trees, as well as the ongoing conservation and protection efforts. Also present at the meeting were Dr. Ana María Soler, Director of Communication at the UNAM Institute of Geophysics and member of the Geopark’s Advisory Technical and Scientific Committee; Dr. Juan Carlos Mora Chaparro, Scientific Director of the Geopark; and Ms. María del Carmen Oviedo Parra, General Manager of the Geopark. During the visit, the Geopark presented the Los Ahuehuetes interpretive panel, recognizing it as a key natural and cultural area of the municipality of Atotonilco. This tool will…