Pebble Hill Plantation in Thomasville announces the upcoming program, “The Geology of Sinkholes at Warbick Farms,” on Saturday, October 30 at 10 a.m. The program is being presented by Clint Kromhout, a licensed professional geologist with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Florida Geological Survey.

Kromhout’s program will begin at the Pebble Hill Learning Center where he will discuss the fascinating geology of sinkhole formation in the local region. Participants will join him on a guided field trip to explore the natural sinkholes at neighboring Warbick Farms.

The word sinkhole often evokes a certain feeling of unease about the ground upon which one stands. On rare occasions sinkholes can be dangerous, but they can also be beautiful and fascinating. This presentation will inform you about: the region’s geology and karst topography, how water plays an important role, the different types of sinkholes, where and how they form, show you the damage they can do, what can trigger their formation, what signs to look for, and what you can do if one occurs on your property.

Kromhout has a BS in geology and is in the process of completing a MS in geology from Florida State University. He has worked for the Florida Geological Survey for over 20 years and oversees its Applied Geoscience Services Section. He specializes in sinkhole and karst studies and is Florida’s lead contact for sinkhole emergencies. He is also a standing editor of the biannual proceedings from the international Multidisciplinary Conference on Sinkholes and the Engineering and Environmental Impacts of Karst.

Tickets are $20 per adult and $10 per child (ages 18 and under). Space is limited and advance registration is required by Friday, October 29, 2021. Visit https://pebble-hill-plantation.ticketleap.com/ to register.

Added safety measures will be in place for the protection of the guests, speaker, and staff. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes, bring water, insect repellant, and binoculars (Pebble Hill will have a limited number available for loan). Participants are invited to bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the grounds of Pebble Hill after the field trip.

Pebble Hill Plantation is a historic home with a history dating back to the early 1800s. The plantation was established by one of Thomas County’s founders, Thomas Jefferson Johnson. At the turn of the 20th century, the Hanna family of Cleveland, Ohio purchased the property and enjoyed it as their winter home and sporting estate. Pebble Hill has been open for tours since October 1983 due to the generosity of its last owner, Elisabeth “Pansy” Ireland Poe, who willed that her property be opened to the public. 

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Pebble Hill offers visitors the chance to learn the rich history of this historic site and the people who once lived and worked here. 

For more information, visit the Pebble Hill website www.pebblehill.com, call 229-226-2344, or visit us on Facebook and Instagram using @pebblehillplantation.

Event at a Glance

Date:  Saturday, October 30, 2021

Time: 10 a.m.-12 noon

Location: Pebble Hill Plantation Learning Center and Warbick Farms

Fees: $20/adult

$10/child (ages 18 and under)

Registration deadline: Friday, October 29, 2021

To register: https://pebble-hill-plantation.ticketleap.com/

Advance registration is required. Space is limited.

For additional information, visit: www.pebblehill.com or call 229-226-2344.