Overberg Geoscientists Group Newsletter #1 - January 2025

Overberg Geoscientists Group Newsletter #1 - January 2025

Overberg Geoscientists Group

Overberg Geoscientists Group Newsletter #1 - January 2025

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.

Overberg Geoscientists Group Newsletter #1 - January 2025

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