Burek, Cynthia V.2009-05-192009-05-192000In K. Addison (Ed.), Proceedings of the third UKRIGS annual conference: Geoconservation in action (pp. 23-32). London: Association of UK RIGS Groups (UKRIGS), 2000.http://hdl.handle.net/10034/68556This book chapter is not available through ChesterRep.The classification of geological sites for conservation management purposes can lead to, what some people might regard as abuse of sites. The difference between true abuse of geologically conserved sites and percieved abuse is explored in order to encourage a holistic approach to site management and conservation. Examples are taken from RIGS sites in north Wales.enregionally important geological and geomorphological sitesconservationNorth WalesdamageBook chapter