How to Find Some Gemstones in the Ozark Hills of Northwest Arkansas
Being a "rockhound" is a favored past-time for some people. They simply like the act of rooting around and finding a beautiful stone or fossil. Some make money from their adventures, while others just enjoy sifting through the various minerals and exploring the geology of the area. Many places in the Ozarks of Northwestern Arkansas offer people the opportunity to enjoy rock hunting. Enthusiasts can find gems ranging from quartz to diamonds.
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Things You'll Need
- Backpack or tackle box
- Rock hammer
- Chisel
- Shovel
- Safety glasses
- Pocket magnifier (optional)
- Mineral identifying book (optional)
Instructions
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Location, location, location.
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Diamonds Location is the most important factor. Some places in Arkansas boast their abundance of quartz and some are better suited for diamond hunting.
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Backpacks or tackle boxes are handy for carrying your equipment and gem finds.
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Always wear your safety glasses to prevent any dirt or rock fragments from getting into your eyes as you work.
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Use the shovel, rock hammer and chisel to get to the gem inside the dirt or rock.
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Tips & Warnings
Follow all rules and regulations specific to where you are hunting for gems. Each location has its own particular requirements. Ask what you can and can't do.
References
- Photo Credit agate image by Hubert from Fotolia.com diamonds 1 image by Renato Francia from Fotolia.com cold chisel image by Aleksandr Ugorenkov from Fotolia.com
