[Jewelry making - Article 00316] - Re: [Orchid] Rockhunting while in Tucson

[Roseann Hanson]

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>         All work and no play, you know the story. Does anyone know of
>     any rock collecting areas in the Tucson area (within fifty miles or
>     so) that would be a fun dig while we are at the show? 

    Hi Richard - that's how I got into this racket, grew up rockhounding
    with my family (dad is early member of gem & mineral society). There
    are lots of great places, although many are picked over, yes. 

    There's a decent book, "Gem Trails of Arizona" that you can search
    for by Alibris or at Powell's online. 

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    Gem Trails of Arizona
    By James R. Mitchell , Bessie Simpson , James R. Michell

    Price: $11.95
    http://www.ganoksin.com/jewelry-books/us/product/1889786144.htm

    Media: Paperback
    Manufacturer: Gem Guides Book Company
    Release data: 01 April, 2001

</edit>

    And while I don't have anything written up about exact places, I'm
    sure folks on this list might avail of some directions - I have so
    much rough left over from 50 years of family collecting I haven't
    been out in YEARS. 

    You'll of course want to check regulations on what land you're on;
    state land is pretty much off limits, but we have 12 million acres
    down here of federal land that has some nice areas for "hobby"
    collectors. If a FS or BLM person asks, you're just out for a Sunday
    drive. Not a professional cutter. You need a permit/claim for
    commercial collecting on  public lands. But do make sure you know
    what land you're on, and check from the source if you're unsure (ie -
    call BLM or Forest Service and ask to speak with a resource person,
    not the sweet volunteer or secretary at the front desk) - there are
    lots of rumors rampant about the Feds "shutting down access" to
    public land. As always, go to the source to get the true story! 

Roseann Hanson
Desert Rose Design Studio
www.desertrosedesignstudio.com
Tucson, Arizona
520-591-0508

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