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Many of these, however, were among the most enthusiastic and 

 indefatigable members of our society. Mr. R. B. Whyte, Mr. A. G. 

 Kingston, Mr. Latchford, Dr. Ami, Dr. Bell, Col. White, Mr. Lambart, 

 Mr. Whiteaves, Mr. Frank T. Shutt, Mr. R. A. Johnston, Mr. Glashan 

 and many others of the " old reliables " were there and did all in their 

 power to make the outing a pleasant and profitable one for their 

 friends. 



The afternoon proved to be cool, and all enjoyed the picturesque run 

 up the Gatineau Valley. It is worthy of remark that though the club 

 has has made so many excursions into this romantic district, there al- 

 ways appear to be new charms for the lover of Nature in this beautiful 

 vale. On the arrival at Wakefield, the excursionists separated into 

 parties, under the guidance of the several leaders. The writer was with 

 those who went to the top of the mountain, from which there was a 

 magnificent view of the valleys of the Gatineau and La Peche. The 

 climb was a steep one, but all felt amply repaid for the fatigue. After 

 a rest on the summit and the collection of specimens of rocks and 

 flowers and ferns among the latter some lovely Woodsia were brought 

 home and not forgetting the insects (for there were several ardent en- 

 tomologists with us), the descent was made to the valley of the Peche, 

 where, about 5 o'clock, all the parties assembled for refreshments, 

 which by this time proved most acceptable. 



Arriving at the station, addresses were given by the vice-president, 

 Mr. Shutt, and by Mr. R. B. Whyte and Dr. Ami. These short talks 

 by the leaders on the collections of the day which were on this 

 occasion by no means insignificant and on the flora, fauna and geology 

 of the district visited, are always of practical character and should prove 

 not only an encouragement, but a great help to those who are endeav- 

 ouring to learn somewhat of the manifold ways and phases of Nature. 



Due notice of date and place of the August outing will be given, 

 and it is hoped that all with whom it is possible will be present thus 

 assisting the council in the very best way to make the excursion a plea- 

 sant and successful one. F. T. S. 



OBITUARY. 

 The sudden death on Thursday, March 29th 1894, of Mr. Scott 



