Before the last Ice Age, Long Island was a valley. When the glacier came along, though, it gouged out Long Island Sound. As it retreated, it left on Long Island rocks it had pushed in front of it. Types Of Rocks On Long Island 1. Quartz Quartz is the most common of minerals and is … Read more
Here are some of the most common rocks of Lake Superior and fossils that really stand out and anyone at any age can get lucky finding. Rocks of Lake Superior 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 … Read more
Lake Erie is the fourth largest body of water out of all the Great Lakes. Its coast is lined with minerals, fossils, and rocks, with the oldest rocks forming the basin being 400 million years old! Below are 15 geological rocks, minerals and fossils people can find near Lake Erie. Types of Rocks in Lake Erie … Read more
In this guide, readers will learn what apache tears are, the origin of their name, and how they form. For rock hunters looking to score their own homegrown Apache Tears, it will also include popular locations for rock hunting, where and how to find them in these areas, and more tricks and tips for hunting … Read more
Ohio may not be the most famous of the states for finding diverse rocks and minerals. However, there are plenty of sites where you can visit and have a good time looking for quality rocks and minerals if you know where to start your search. This guide provides sites for rockhounding Ohio where you can … Read more
Jade is a gorgeous stone that is best known for its deep green color and marbling. This stone has long been used in healing, jewelry and more and is a fantastic addition to any collection. California Jade is a wonderful option or collectors and we are going to talk about how to identify it, a … Read more
California beach agates are a beautiful kind of stone that are coveted in California, and across the country. These are stones that have found their way into a mainstream following such that they are hunted in California for hours on end, and have been for many generations. Use this California beach agates guide to learn … Read more
Rochester, NY, is located in an area that is rich in mineral deposits that have been exposed through natural erosion and mining and quarrying activities. The geologic material in the area around Rochester was deposited many millions of years ago by glacial activity that helped form the Great Lakes. The material left behind has earned … Read more
The Gifford Pinchot National Forest National Forest, which spans over 1,320,000 acres, is home to the famous Mt St Helen National Monument, which is known for its 15-mile high deadly eruption more than four decades ago. These days, rockhounding Mt. St. Helens has become a rage, particularly for gold, especially since it’s an active volcano … Read more
More tourists and visitors are planning their own rockhounding Olympic Peninsula adventures every year. Caches of amazing rocks lie about 100 miles of beach along the Pacific Coast, surrounding the inland rivers from Mt. Olympus, along the northern coast. Where To Go Rockhounding In the Olympic Peninsula Our journey across the Peninsula will start at … Read more
