Rockhounding oregon

Since before I knew there was a word for it I've been a rockhound. As a young child I would pick up pretty rocks anywhere I could and save them in small boxes labeled with various mineral names.

Oregon Rockhounding Map. Oregon, with its geographic and geologic diversity, is a unique state, offering a great gem-hunting experience.

Kansas is a state with wonderful mineral diversity, ranging from opal to septarian nodules. Here's a list of more minerals and gemstones found in Kansas.

I've spent many decades traveling all over the state and have experienced many of the incredible things that Oregon has to offer; including rockhounding.

Mineral Collecting - Willamette Valley. There are many opportunities to collect rocks not far from large cities of the Willamette Valley.

Alaska is renowned for its wild areas, with long stretches of beautiful forest and mountains between settlements. But there’s more than grizzlies hiding in the mountains of the Last Frontier, there’s also gold and a

Go rockhounding on the Oregon Coast like a pro with these tips. The Tillamook Coast region is a great place to plan your next hunt.

Obsidian comes in a staggering range of colors and shapes, it can be hard to keep up! Here's some of the most common and rarest varieties of obsidian

Oregon's wilderness is rich in gems just waiting to be discovered! Explore with us to uncover the best spots for gem hunting in this fascinating state. #GemHunting #Oregon #RockChasing #NatureLovers

Revisit a field trip made in 2020 by the Thunder Egg Rock Club to Wasco, Oregon, to hunt for stones at China Hollow Jaspers’ diggings.