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19 October 2024: Bot River Estuary Geological Excursion

19 October 2024: Bot River Estuary Geological Excursion

Overberg Geoscientists Group

19 October 2024: Bot River Estuary Geological Excursion

Join the Overberg Geoscientists Group for an engaging and educational half-day geology excursion exploring the Bot River Estuary and its fascinating geological features!

Date: Saturday, 19 October 2024
Time: 8:30 AM for a 9:00 AM start
Meeting Point: Kleinmond Main Beach/Bot River Outlet
Ending Location: Bot River Village

Led by experienced geologists Jean Malan and Mike De Wit, this excursion will delve into the region's diverse geology, including Table Mountain Sandstones, Bokkeveld Shales, and coastal dunes of the Strandveld Formation. You'll have the chance to explore marine and fluvial terraces, and discuss the impacts of recent floods and rainfall on the area.

Registration Cost: R100.00

This fee covers the production of the comprehensive, illustrated Geoguide Booklet.

Who’s Welcome: Members, non-members, non-geologists, families, students, and learners are all encouraged to participate!

To register contact Overberg Geoscientists Group.

Bank Details:

Account Name: Overberg Geoscientists Group NPC
Account No: 10168933800
Branch Code: 051001
Swift Address: SBZA ZA JJ

Optional Lunch: Enjoy a delightful meal at Beaumont Wine Farm post-excursion. Make a reservation by contacting them here (preferably 24 hours in advance).

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to deepen your understanding of our region's geology and the effects of climate change on our environment. We look forward to seeing you there!

19 October 2024: Bot River Estuary Geological Excursion

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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