Geologist-led Mineral Collecting Field Trip

Field Trip Leader: Chris Fouts, Geologist
Come Treasure Hunting in Bancroft - "the Mineral Capital of Canada" with the guy who literally wrote the book on Mineral Collecting in Bancroft!

2025 SCHEDULE!  May 3, June 7 & 28,  July 3, 7 & 12, August 6, 9 & 26,  September 6, 13, 20 & 27, October 4 & 11

Meet & Greet at Lakeside Gems Rock Shop at 9:15 am to sign Waiver Forms (requirement of participation)

A short presentation will be made on rockhounding in Bancroft and an opportunity to see specimens common to the locations to be visited

Mineral Collecting Sites visited will be within a 45 minute drive from the shop

You bring your own vehicle and travel convoy style following the Geologist

• Bring your own lunch, snacks, water & gear, etc.
• must have proper footwear, (no open toed shoes allowed!), & anyone using hand tools will be required to wear safety glasses
• gloves are recommended, and be prepared for bugs
• please note - there is no bathroom on-site -- just lots of trees
• Trip runs rain or shine

Chris stays on-site until 4 pm

Mineral Club Members Discount - message for your special discount code & receive $5 off the trip fee

LET'S ROCKHOUND

PS Pets are not allowed.