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Hazards While Rockhounding

Hazards While Rockhounding

Posted by OakRocks on 19th Nov 2024

I would be remiss if I didn’t write a blog about the hazards you may encounter, and the things you should be aware of or avoid, in order to
Field Conduct When Rockhounding

Field Conduct When Rockhounding

Posted by OakRocks on 18th Oct 2024

We talked previous about what to take on your rockhounding trip. But one thing I forgot to mention is your common sense and good manners!
Map Skills when Rockhounding

Map Skills when Rockhounding

Posted by OakRocks on 18th Sep 2024

In this blog we will discuss map skills needed for rockhounding.  This is not all encompassing, but designed to get you started an
Rockhounding

Rockhounding

Posted by OakRocks on 30th Aug 2024

Rockhounding, also referred to as rock hunting and mineral collecting, is the hobby of going out in the field to look for and collect in
Polka Dot Agate Mine

Polka Dot Agate Mine

Posted by OakRocks on 8th Jun 2018

West Coast Mining owns the Polka Dot Agate Mine. It is near Madras, Oregon and they are open to visits! If you would like to experienc