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For those interested in pursuing education and a career in mining. This may not be an exhaustive list and the information presented is taken

Before you can go out rockhounding you may need permission of whoever is in charge of the land you want to be on. So, who is in charge of la

OakRocks has exhibited at the annual Tucson Gem Show for over 40 years! We exhibit under th ename Barlow's Gems and have shown in several lo

Looking for mining industry resources? This is a list of government agencies and other organizations that are the best sources of mining and

Did you know there are lots of rocks and minerals that we use in everyday life?  It is estimated that in the United States alone, every

Belief in the spiritual healing properties of rocks and crystals goes back beyond recorded history. You can read more about the actual use o