ROKCON is a three-day geology learning event geared towards young teenagers. The weekend is filled with hands on learning labs taught by industry professionals, with the goal of educating and inspiring the next generation of geologists.
At ROKCON, teens explore geology through interactive labs like rock ID, fossil digs, and earthquake simulations. Led by real geologists, each session offers hands-on experience and insight into earth science careers—making learning fun, practical, and inspiring for the next generation.
Check Out The Awesome Schedule
Time
Event Name
Teacher
Room
Faulty Logic
A deep dive into plate tectonics and fault lines.
9am
Dr. Elara Mornings
Great Hall RM 102
Lunch
Turkey, Cranberry and Brie Sandwiches or PB&J. Served with a side of mixed fruit.
11:30am
-
Cafeteria RM 133
Grain Expectations
A lecture on sedimentary processes and their impact.
1pm
Dr. Lila Corbin
Oak Room RM 133
Lava Laughs
A lecture on sedimentary processes and their impact.
3pm
Dr. Elara Mornings
Great Hall RM 102
Snack
A choice of cheese and crackers or mixed fruit.
5pm
-
Cafeteria RM 141
Rock and Roll
A rock identification and classification workshop.
5:30pm
Dr. Charles Srisuk
Cedar Room RM 145
Crystal Growing Lab
Students grow their own crystals using simple household ingredients and learn about how minerals form naturally.
9am
Dr. Charles Srisuk
Oak Room RM 133
Lunch
Turkey, Cranberry and Brie Sandwiches or PB&J. Served with a side of mixed fruit.
11:30am
-
Cafeteria RM 133
Geology Jeopardy
A trivia game where teams flex their geological wits.
1pm
Dr. Lila Corbin
Oak Room RM 133
Rock ID Showdown
Participants get a collection of rocks and minerals and race to correctly identify as many as they can with field guides.
3pm
Dr. Elara Mornings
Great Hall RM 102
Snack
A choice of cheese and crackers or mixed fruit.
5pm
-
Cafeteria RM 141
Time Traveler’s Geology Walk
Go on a hike and create a "story" of Earth's history as you encounter different rock formations and features.
5:30pm
Dr. Lila Corbin
Oak Room RM 133
Seismic Shake-Off
Build mini structures out of toothpicks and marshmallows, then test them on a homemade earthquake simulator!
9am
Dr. Elara Mornings
Great Hall RM 102
Lunch
Turkey, Cranberry and Brie Sandwiches or PB&J. Served with a side of mixed fruit.
11:30am
-
Cafeteria RM 133
Underground Explorer VR Tour
Virtual reality mining tour.
1pm
Dr. Charles Srisuk
Great Hall RM 102
Rock Thin Section Lab
Explore prepared thin sections of rocks under microscopes or magnifying glasses to study mineral grains, texture, and structure.
3pm
Dr. Charles Srisuk
Cedar Room RM 145
Snack
A choice of cheese and crackers or mixed fruit.
5pm
-
Cafeteria RM 141
Soil Testing Lab
Collect soil samples from different locations and test for texture, pH, and drainage properties.
5:30pm
Dr. Lila Corbin
Oak Room RM 133
9am
Faulty Logic – A deep dive into plate tectonics and fault lines.
Dr. Elara Mornings
Great Hall RM 102
11:30am
Lunch
-
Cafeteria RM 141
1pm
Grain Expectations – A lecture on sedimentary processes and their impact.
Dr. Lila Corbin
Oak Room RM 133
3pm
Lava Laughs – A lecture on sedimentary processes and their impact.
Dr. Elara Mornings
Great Hall RM 102
5pm
Snack
-
Cafeteria RM 141
5:30pm
Rock and Roll – A rock identification and classification workshop.
Dr. Charles Srisuk
Cedar Room RM 145
9am
Crystal Growing Lab – Students grow their own crystals using simple household ingredients and learn about how minerals form naturally.
Dr. Charles Srisuk
Oak Room RM 133
11:30am
Lunch
-
Cafeteria RM 141
1pm
Geology Jeopardy – A trivia game where teams flex their geological wits.
Dr. Lila Corbin
Oak Room RM 133
3pm
Rock ID Showdown – Participants get a collection of rocks and minerals and race to correctly identify as many as they can with field guides.
Dr. Elara Mornings
Great Hall RM 102
5pm
Snack
-
Cafeteria RM 141
5:30pm
Time Traveler’s Geology Walk – Go on a hike and create a "story" of Earth's history as you encounter different rock formations and features.
Dr. Lila Corbin
Oak Room RM 133
9am
Seismic Shake-Off – Build mini structures out of toothpicks and marshmallows, then test them on a homemade earthquake simulator!
Dr. Elara Mornings
Great Hall RM 102
11:30am
Lunch
-
Cafeteria RM 141
1pm
Underground Explorer VR Tour – Virtual reality mining tour.
Dr. Charles Srisuk
Great Hall RM 102
3pm
Rock Thin Section Lab– Explore prepared thin sections of rocks under microscopes or magnifying glasses to study mineral grains, texture, and structure.
Dr. Charles Srisuk
Cedar Room RM 145
5pm
Snack
-
Cafeteria RM 141
5:30pm
Soil Testing Lab – Collect soil samples from different locations and test for texture, pH, and drainage properties.
Dr. Lila Corbin
Oak Room RM 133
Meet Our Amazing Teachers
Dr. Charles Srisuk
"I'm Charles Srisuk, a geologist passionate about Earth's dynamic systems and the forces that shape our world. I love inspiring young people to explore, question, and connect with the planet through hands-on learning and discovery."
Dr. Lila Corbin
"I'm Lila Corbin, a soil scientist passionate about revealing the hidden life beneath our feet. I help young people see soil not as dirt, but as the living foundation of our world."
Dr. Elera Mornings
"I'm Elera Mornings, a geologist who studies the powerful movements of Earth's plates. I inspire young minds to explore how our shifting planet tells the story of its past and future."
Register Now
Thank you! Your submission has been received!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
Contact Us
Thank you! Your submission has been received!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
