Join the experts - Paul Rixom, Peter Ginn and Colin Ralston - on a self-drive geological day trip from Mossel Bay to Hoekwil. The evidence of the changing position of the South African coastline and the power of erosion over millions of years will be explained. Certain sediments were formed during the early break-up of Gondwana and the evolution of the first South African coastline. The development of the modern coastal dunes and their fossil predecessors and of the coastal lagoons will give a greater appreciation of the natural beauty of the area.
The palaeontological treasure of the area as well as minerals (gold and offshore gas ) will be discussed.
The entire drive is a wonderful illustration of a range of sedimentary and coastal erosion processes - with some igneous granite intrusions adding spice to the mixture.
The tour is well organised with route directions giving the stops (Groot-Brak, Herold's Bay, Victoria Bay, etc.) where each small group (maximum of 20 persons) will stop and perhaps walk a short distance. Bring refreshments, a picnic lunch and camping chairs.
The tour commences at Mossel Bay at 08:30 and ends in the afternoon at the viewpoint on the road up to Hoekwil.
The tour dates are Saturday, 29 January and Saturday, 19 February.
The tour is organised by WESSA George/Sedgefield branch to raise funds for the Education Fund.
Bookings are essential. Cost per adult is R50 and donations are welcome.
Bring your Wild Cards, otherwise entrance fee of R5 payable at Ebb & Flow.
Contact the secretary at wessageorge@isat.co.za or 044 873 4203.
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Ebb and Flow will also be visited during the tours.
