27 January 2025 Newsletter

27 January 2025 Newsletter

Overberg Geoscientists Group

27 January 2025 Newsletter

Our latest newsletter is here! This edition covers exciting presentations, upcoming excursions, and key updates for 2025.

Breakfast Meetings and Presentations - Join us at Onrus Manor or via Zoom for insightful talks by top geoscientists. Topics include diamond prospecting, placer gold science, and Southern African metallogeny.

Gold Short Course - A special series of six expert presentations on gold, running from March to April.

Excursions - Explore Bonnievale, Robertson, Montagu & Keisie Valley (May 9–11) and De Kelders Caves (date TBA).

Membership and Financials - 2025 membership fees (R250) are due. Financial statements available upon request.

Geology and Geoheritage - Presentations on Kruger National Park and Southern African Large Igneous Provinces later this year.

Resources and Opportunities - Access past OGG presentations on YouTube, guidebooks, and job/mentorship opportunities for geologists.

Read the full newsletter here.

27 January 2025 Newsletter

Overberg Geoscientists Group

The Overberg Geoscientists Group is a collective of geoscience professionals and enthusiasts dedicated to exploring the Earth's physical structure, from rocks and minerals to geological processes, across the greater Overberg region. The group engages in research, field studies, educational activitie...

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