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!

2024 SCHEDULE !  May 4, June 8 & 22,  July 4 & 13, August 7, 10 & 31,  September 7, 14, 21 & 28, October 5

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.