How to Go Pebble Hunting

Pebbles are uniquely round rocks that are slightly different from the average rock. There are people who enjoy seeking and collecting these unique and interesting pebbles. They are not very hard to locate if you know what you are looking for. Here are a few steps on how to go pebble hunting.

Things You'll Need

  • A basket or bag for collecting pebbles
  • Old, comfortable clothes
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Instructions

    • 1

      Choose a good location. Although pebbles are all around, the best places to look for them are in a garden, in a construction site or on the beach.

    • 2

      Familiarize yourself what a pebble actually looks like. A pebble is a small rock that is perfectly shaped. It has no dents, breaks, scratches or flaws. It may have some discoloration, but that is OK. The shape is what makes a rock into a pebble.

    • 3

      Seek pebbles that are perfect. Try to find ones that do not have any discoloration. If you find one with a strange pattern in it or a hole in it, it is rare and you should take it.

    • 4

      Move slowly throughout the area as you seek pebbles. Pick up possible pebbles and place them in a basket or a bag. Pick them up one at a time. Hunt for pebbles slowly so you can concentrate on collecting good pebbles.

Tips & Warnings

  • Wear comfortable clothing while collecting pebbles. You will be bending over a lot and possibly even sitting on the ground.

  • Wash the pebbles as soon as you get home. Clean them well and decide which ones you want to keep and which ones you want to toss.

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