Step Into the Geological Story of the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley

Step Into the Geological Story of the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley

Overberg Geoscientists Group

Step Into the Geological Story of the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley

Join the Overberg Geoscientists Group for a guided excursion led by John Blaine, alongside Dylan Blake and John Bristow.

This full-day experience takes you through the Onrus River system, uncovering the powerful forces that shaped the valley over thousands of years.

Expect to explore:

• Ancient land surfaces and river terraces
• Evidence from the September 2023 floods
• Waterfalls, peat beds, and river evolution
• Fascinating signs of early human activity

With multiple scenic stops, short walks, and hands-on exploration, this is a rare opportunity to see geology come to life in one of the Overberg’s most iconic landscapes.

Read the full document here.

Step Into the Geological Story of the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley

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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