During the summer of 1883, the following excursions were 
made— 
May 231d ........++0+e00.4.--Cefm and Llangollen 
June 14th... 08 veeeeeeeeesseLlaybrick Hill and Bidston 
Jew 28thignis osiet blast side viown Atenig (Kawr 
[foil 2081 Ge aetonon om ogodoue .Cefn-du and Tremeirchion 
SATIGUSE OED eas s vis iesle a vinlele vie/s. Llanymynech 
August 28th ..... Sonictaeeod,: Thurstaston and Meols 
Out of the six localities visited, five were new to the 
Society, showing that we have by no means exhausted the 
neighbourhood, and fresh ground still remains to be broken. 
Two of the most interesting excursions were greatly spoilt 
by rainy weather, namely, to the Arenig Fawr and Cefn-du; 
still, under difficulties, the programmes were fairly carried out, 
and what was experienced of discomfort was in part at least 
covered by the kindness we received at the hands of those who 
pitied our misfortunes. Our last excursion, to Thurstaston, 
was made in conjunction with the Archzological Society, and 
was thoroughly enjoyed, though late in the season. 
The Evening Rambles were continued during the last 
summer, and on two occasions were extended, by taking the 
train for a short distance out of the City; by this means fresh © 
fields came under observation. These rambles will be con- 
tinued during the ensuing summer. 
Our Annual Conversazione took place September 27th, 
1883, and on this occasion the Kingsley Memorial Medal was 
presented by our President to Mr. SHRussoe, F.GS., 
for the good work he has done in the district in geo- 
logical research, particularly in regard to the Polyzoa of 
the Mountain Limestone. The President’s Prize for the best 
collection of Grasses was awarded to Miss GRIFFITH. 
Mr. A. O. WALKER’s Prize for the best collection of Marine 
Shells from the Shore of the Society’s District, was carried off 
by Mr. C. F. RicHARDSON, with an Extra Prize to Mr. G. H. 
SHEAFF. Another Prize, given by a Member; for species of 
