About Us

 

Founded in 1919, The Dallas Geological Society a constituent member of the Southwest Section of the American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG) and, as a non-profit entity, strives to advance the professional interests of all geoscientists in the Dallas area, regardless of the geoscientific discipline they practice or the industry in which they serve. The DGS currently serves over 500 members. DGS cooperates with other geological organizations such as The Geological Society of America (GSA), The Society of Independent Professional Earth Scientists, The American Geophysical Union, and The Society of Exploration Geophysicists to provide information and services to our members.

 

The Dallas Geological Society holds monthly luncheon meetings on the second Tuesday of the month (September through June) at Ellison Miles Geotechnical Institute at Brookhaven College. Luncheon talks vary on a wide range of topics from the world of petroleum geology, geophysics, or engineering.  Luncheon cost is $25 for members with reservations and $30 for non-members and walk-ups.

 

The DGS International Committee is very active and holds monthly meetings on the third Wednesday evening of the month, at Brookhaven Country Club in Dallas. These meetings feature speakers on topical international issues (mainly petroleum exploration).