Category Archives: rocks and lapidary

Finishing The Book

Posted on May 5, 2019 by

PLEASE NOTE: As my August 1, 2019 book deadline draws near, I will not be posting as much at this site. Instead, consider following me on Instagram, from your smartphone or desktop. https://www.instagram.com/tgfarley/ My Instagram account is fun and easier … Continue reading →

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Goldfield Gemfield Gem Claims Update

Posted on April 17, 2019 by

PLEASE NOTE: As my August 1, 2019 book deadline draws near, I will not be posting as much at this site. Instead, consider following me on Instagram, from your smartphone or desktop. https://www.instagram.com/tgfarley/ My Instagram account is fun and easier … Continue reading →

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Minerals Unlimited in Ridgecrest, California

Posted on April 7, 2019 by

What do the best bars and rock shops have in common? They all have a gravel parking lot. Whenever you hear gravel underneath your wheels in the desert, you know you’re going to have a great time. Don’t fear for … Continue reading →

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A Destination Rock and Mineral Shop Opens in Arizona!

Posted on April 1, 2019 by

Rolf and Mary Luetcke are back in business, after a five year hiatus. The store was open as a rock, gift, jewelry and art store for over 23 years in southeast Arizona. Located only three miles from Benson, Arizona on … Continue reading →

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Field Trip in California’s Mojave Desert Coming Up!

Posted on March 14, 2019 by

I’ve been to this rock shop several times and gone out on one of their field trips. Highly recommended to do both. If you can’t catch this trip, check out their schedule for future events. Only fifty people permitted on … Continue reading →

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Lake Mead National Recreation Area

Posted on March 11, 2019 by

Non-collecting area but a nice place to spend a few hours near Las Vegas. Went looking for an old mine but had to turn around when the road changed into a Jeep trail. Managed to make it back. Many interesting … Continue reading →

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Getting Ready for Quartzsite

Posted on January 13, 2019 by

Update! I’ve posted some of my Quartzsite experience here. It’s at my book site: https://southwestrockhounding.com/2019/01/19/a-little-from-quartzsite/  Quartzsite is a small town in the Arizona desert that each year plays host to rock and gem enthusiasts from all over the world. These … Continue reading →

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