May 2025 Newsletter
Here’s what’s been happening and what’s coming up for OGG members and friends.
Happy New Year! Here's an overview of OGG's exciting plans for the first quarter of 2025:
Presentation and Breakfast Program (Feb–April 2025)
• 6 Feb: Centenary of West Coast Diamond Prospecting with Dr. John Bristow (Onrus Manor and Zoom, 11:00).
• 6 March: Placer Gold Science by Prof. Dave Craw (Zoom, 10:00).
• 13 March: Witwatersrand Structures and Gold by Dr. Julian Vearncombe (Zoom, 10:00).
• 3 April: Southern African Metallogeny by Dr. Bjorn Von Der Heyden (Onrus Manor and Zoom, 11:00).
Excursions
• Bonnievale to Montagu Geoexcursion (9–11 May): Explore Jurassic Enon sediments, Worcester fault, and more!
• De Kelders Caves: A half-day adventure featuring limestone caverns, mega-dunes, and scenic walks (date TBA).
Resources and Insights
• Access past presentations on the OGG YouTube Playlist.
• Explore fascinating topics like Sea Level Changes and Geologist Experiences in Russia.
Membership and Sponsorship
Join OGG for just R250/year! New members, ideas, and sponsorships are always welcome.
Full details in the OGG Newsletter #1 - 7 January 2025 here.
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Join us for our next OGG Breakfast and Presentation on Thursday, 15 May 2025, at Onrus Manor Activities Hall.
The Overberg Geoscientists Group shares the sad news of the passing of Dr Peter Nixon.
On Sunday, 20 April 2025, the Simon’s Town Jetty became a place of celebration as a bronze bust of Charles Darwin was unveiled.
Dr James Blignaut will talk about how restoring degraded ecosystems is not only good for nature but also makes economic sense.
The Gold Presentation Series wrapped up with great success - experts from around the world shared insights on gold geology.