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Dugway Geode Beds

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I've made this trip three times, always with the boy scouts. First in the Fall of 1999, and then again in the Spring of 2005 and Spring 2008. This is a fun trip out into the middle of an arid wasteland with its own stark beauty. The trip is 2-3 hours from the Wasatch Front, depending on where you live and how fast you are willing to drive over the dirt roads. You could do it as a day trip, but I've always done it as an overnighter. The last two times we backpacked in from the road. The reward at the end is ... Read Full Story

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www.rockhoundblog.com nonprofit educational blog about lapidary

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www.rockhoundblog.com Hello, I just started a rockhound blog last week and I would love for you to check it out! Its a nonprofit blog that all about lapidary/rockhounding. Its about family values, education, showing off your latest finds and telling people about your local spots in your city to rockhound. I am hoping to build a national database on rockhound locations so anyone can access this info when they want to check out rockhounding. This will not hurt rockclubs but I believe make them more sought out as it will get more people interested in lapidary :) I welcome anyone to post a comment ... Read Full Story

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Mystery Rock

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I recently purchased a slab of material at an estate sale which I cannot identify. The tag said "varncite" but none of my reference materials mentions this term. The family running the sale knew nothing about rock. The matrix material is a light pink with black inclusions similar to rhodonite. The dark patches are an emerald green. Haven't tried to work this material since I would like to know what this is before I start cutting, grinding and polishing. If anyone knows what this is please email me at hoodnassc@nwinfo.net Thanks, Ryon Hood Read Full Story

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Rockhounding

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Rockhounding is the recreational collecting of rocks and/or mineral specimens from their natural environment. Getting started in rockhounding is easy; a collection can begin with a single "pretty" rock. However, there are many clubs and groups that rockhound together. Libraries, bookstores, and "gem and mineral shows" are very good sources of published information on where to find such groups. Also, tourist info centers and small-town chambers of commerce can also supply valuable local information. The Internet can also be a useful tool and can help find buddies in the hobby. Rocks are classified by mineral and chemical composition, by the texture of the constituent ... Read Full Story

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Welcome to our blog about Rockhounding

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This is our group blog, which is unique because any Zimbio member can post an entry to it. Some members blog about recent news and trends related to the portal topic, others recount relevant personal stories. You can also comment on and rate existing blog entries, to voice your opinion and to help the community identify which members and entries on the portal are must-reads. Got an interesting idea or story to share with other members of this portal? Well, then put on your journalist's cap and add your own blog entry ! Read Full Story

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Waterfalls of New Brunswick author to visit GF library

Waterfalls of New Brunswick author to visit GF libraryVictoria StarInspired by rockhounding and beachcombing trips with his mother, he has always been an avid nature lover and photographer. As his young family grew up, ...

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“Fall” in Love with the Season

“Fall” in Love with the SeasonTruro Daily NewsFossil and rock hounding in Parrsboro or Joggins anyone? Maybe a little aboriginal culture at the Glooscap Heritage Centre? How about a photo opp at the ...and more »

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Maine's gems far from coast

Maine's gems far from coastSun-Sentinel.comThe mountain village of Bethel is a hub for rock hounding and numerous other outdoor pursuits in western Maine. In winter, it attracts skiers to the Sunday ...

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