Rainbow Ridge Opal Mine was discovered back in 1949. The Hodson family owns and runs the business, with Glen and Donna Hodson as your hosts. Each year, from Memorial Weekend through mid-September, the mine is available to the public as a pay dig mine. In the Virgin Valley, there are two types of opal mining … Read more
Nevada is a great place to go rockhounding. Here are just a few suggestions that anyone who enjoys the hobby should check out. Rockhounding Near Winnemucca (A Visitor’s Guide) Disclaimer The information provided in this article by YesDirt.com is for informational purposes and is subject to change. Laws are updated. Accessibility guidelines and restrictions change. … Read more
Nevada was one of the most famous areas for silver discovery in the 1800’s. Therefore, it has a plethora of mines to discover along with deserts, mountains, lakes and rivers. All of these locations make Reno and its surrounding areas a fantastic place to find an incredible array and volume of rocks. Rock and mineral hunting … Read more
Lake Tahoe draws crystal lovers and rock hounds alike, hunting for the perfect stones to add to their burgeoning collections. In this article, we’ll cover the wide variety of specimens a rock lover will enjoy hunting for. Types of Rocks In Lake Tahoe The geological variety found in Lake Tahoe resulted from the combination of … Read more