Agate Hunting on the Washington Coast
Agate Hunting on the Washington Coast

Author: M. J. Grover

Publisher:

Published: 2021-07

Total Pages: 108

ISBN-13: 9781736275023

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Agate are beautiful translucent stones that come in a variety of different colors. Clear, white, grey, amber, orange, and even dark red and purple agates can be found if you know where to look. These natural treasures can be found all across the beaches of Western Washington. This book takes a look at my favorite beaches for agate hunting along the Pacific Coast and Puget Sound. You'll also learn about the best places to find jaspers, marine fossils, sea glass, shells, sand dollars and other fun beach treasures. We'll even teach you how to polish your beach stones in a rock tumbler to shine them up and bring out their natural beauty. Safety advice, tips and tricks, dozens of color photos and detailed site maps will guide you on the hunt. From the solo adventurer to the family looking to make some memories, this book will get you started on your next rockhounding adventure.

Rocks, Minerals, and Geology of the Pacific Northwest
Rocks, Minerals, and Geology of the Pacific Northwest

Author: Leslie Moclock

Publisher: Timber Press

Published: 2021-03-16

Total Pages: 361

ISBN-13: 1604699159

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Rocks, Minerals, and Geology of the Pacific Northwest highlights100 rocks, minerals, and fossil types found in Oregon and Washington. Each entry has color photography that shows a range of possibilities in appearance and a description of the defining physical properties and textures. Lists of minerals organized by other physical properties like habit, hardness, and cleavage are included. Rocks, Minerals, and Geology of the Pacific Northwest also includes 40 landscape features viewable along trails in Washington and Oregon that will empower hikers to make observations and interpretations about how these features came to be. The essential reference for rockhounds, hikers, climbers, and geology enthusiasts More than 400 photographs, illustrations, tables, and maps showcase and explain everything from minuscule crystals to planetary tectonics Interprets the histories of dominant landscape features along regional hiking trails Profiles more than 100 minerals and rocks in detailed entries with photos, descriptions, identification graphics, and mini indexes Covers the geologic composition and 13 physiographic regions of Washington and Oregon

Rockhounding Oregon
Rockhounding Oregon

Author: Lars W. Johnson

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2022-10-15

Total Pages: 321

ISBN-13: 149305967X

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Fully revised and updated, this book provides detailed directions and GPS coordinates to the best rockhounding sites in Oregon, with valuable tips on what tools to bring and how to conduct your search. Comprehensive lists of minerals or fossils for each site and excellent color photos will help you know what to look for and to identify what you’ve found. Information on clubs, rock shops, museums, and special attractions are provided. Rockhounding Oregon is a must-have for anyone interested in collecting their own minerals, gems, and fossils in the region.

Rockhounding Washington
Rockhounding Washington

Author: Lars W. Johnson

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2018-07-01

Total Pages: 289

ISBN-13: 1493019104

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This book provides detailed directions and GPS coordinates to the best rockhounding sites in Washington, with valuable tips on what to tools to bring and how to conduct your search. Comprehensive lists of minerals or fossils for each site and excellent color photos will help you know what to look for and to identify what you’ve found. Information on clubs, rock shops, museums, and special attractions are provided. Rockhounding Washington is a must-have for anyone interested in collecting their own minerals, gems, and fossils in the region.

Agate Hunting on the Oregon Coast
Agate Hunting on the Oregon Coast

Author: M. J. Grover

Publisher:

Published: 2021-01-03

Total Pages: 122

ISBN-13: 9781736275009

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This book takes a detailed look at the best places to search for agates along the Oregon Coast. The Oregon Coast spans 363 miles, all public land, and free for all to explore. Hidden amongst the sand and rocks are natural hidden treasures, but you have to know where to find them.This complete guide to 40 of the best agate hunting sites in Oregon holds nothing back. A beginner who has never visited Oregon will get as much from this text as an experienced beachcomber.Secret spots, safety guides, tips and tricks, dozens of color photos and detailed site maps will guide you through safe fun for everyone from the solo adventurer to the family looking to make some memories.

Gem Trails of Washington
Gem Trails of Washington

Author: Garret Romaine

Publisher:

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 248

ISBN-13: 9781889786537

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Completely updated and revised, this comprehensive collecting guide covers all four corners of the Evergreen State, from the misty shores of the Olympic peninsula to the dust-dry ghost towns and abandoned mines near Metaline Falls. You'll explore Washington's diverse geology in detail, ranging from fossil-rich Cambrian locales to seams of agate and jasper amid recent basalt flows. Site locations range in difficulty from family-friendly walks along streams and rivers to hard-rock mining with heavy tools. Each site description features detailed directions, individual maps, multiple GPS coordinates, color photographs, nearest camping spots, and the best time of the year to collect. You'll also find additional information about nearby attractions, and whether you'll need four-wheel drive to make the final push.

Gold Panning the Pacific Northwest
Gold Panning the Pacific Northwest

Author: Garret Romaine

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2023-11-01

Total Pages: 281

ISBN-13: 1493064444

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Gold Panning the Pacific Northwest is the premiere reference source for anyone who is interested in getting started or continuing their gold prospecting in the pacific northwest region. Fully revised and updated, this guide contains accurate, up-to-date prospecting information for all known panning areas in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. The write-ups for each locale include driving directions, GPS coordinates, historical information, land ownership restrictions, full-color photos, and geological background. Features include: Full-color images GPS coordinates Geology basics Tools of the trade for every level of collector Rules and regulations Polishing, preserving, crafting, and displaying your treasures

Rocks and Minerals of the Pacific Coast
Rocks and Minerals of the Pacific Coast

Author: Dan R. Lynch

Publisher: Adventure Quick Guides

Published: 2018

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781591937753

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Focusing on rocks and minerals of California, Oregon, and Washington's Pacific Coast, this tabbed booklet features detailed photographs, organized by rocks/minerals and then by general appearance, to help readers quickly and easily identify the rocks and minerals they find.

Rockhounding California
Rockhounding California

Author: Gail A. Butler

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2012-06-19

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 076278623X

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A complete guide and source-book brimming with advice on collecting and preparing gems and minerals .

Agates and Other Collectibles of the Pacific Coast
Agates and Other Collectibles of the Pacific Coast

Author: Dan R. Lynch

Publisher: Adventure Quick Guides

Published: 2019-11-12

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781591939337

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A simple and convenient guide to agates found along the Pacific Coast of California, Oregon, and Washington. Photographs and descriptions are organized by rocks/minerals, then by appearance, for quick and easy identification.