December 2024 Newsletter: 2025 Events, Talks and Excursions

December 2024 Newsletter: 2025 Events, Talks and Excursions

Overberg Geoscientists Group

December 2024 Newsletter: 2025 Events, Talks and Excursions

The OGG is set for an exciting 2025 with a robust lineup of presentations, excursions, and initiatives aimed at geologists and enthusiasts alike:

Presentation Highlights

• 6 February 2025: Dr. John Bristow on 100 years of diamond mining on South Africa's West Coast.

• March-April 2025: International gold experts explore topics like placer gold, Witwatersrand structures, and porphyry deposits.

Excursions and Geoheritage

• Half-day trip to De Kelders Caves (early 2025).

• 9–11 May 2025: A multi-day exploration of Bonnievale, Robertson, and Keisie Valley.

Support for Future Geologists

OGG continues its dedication to young geoscientists with mentorship and career-building opportunities.

Resources

Access past presentations on the OGG YouTube Playlist, including topics on sea level changes and Russian geology.

Membership

2025 membership fees are R250. Banking details in the newsletter.

For full details, read the complete newsletter here.

December 2024 Newsletter: 2025 Events, Talks and Excursions

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