There are many reasons people are drawn to rock collecting. One of the big reasons is the fact that it takes you outside. Just getting out into mother nature with friends and family is a good enough reason to take up this exciting hobby.
Becoming a rockhound can take you many places you might not ordinarily go. You might find yourself exploring riverbeds for perfectly round stones and awesome skipping rocks. Or you might find yourself walking through ancient petrified forests and fossil beds.
Regardless of what kind of rockhound you are, or want to be, finding and reading a good
Below I have an updated list of the best rockhounding books for 2017. It’s important that you use current books as many of them contain maps and other resources that tend to change with time.
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The Best Rockhounding Books For Rock and Mineral Identification
Below is a closer look at the rockhounding books that I recommend. Click on any of the links to learn more about any of them.
1. Modern Rockhounding and Prospecting Handbook
This is an excellent resource for beginners as well as experienced rockhounds. This has been my reference
What Other Readers Say About The Modern Rockhounding and Prospecting Handbook
“I really enjoyed the
“Good
“This guide is for rock hounds and prospectors of all kinds. It has updated information and sources for the novice and experienced. I found it invaluable in my pursuit of finding and polishing rocks of all types.”
“Writes so inexperienced beginners can understand. Actually kind of “fun” to read!!”
2. National Audubon Society Field Guide to Rocks and Minerals: North America
This is another great resource for rockhounds who are into rock and mineral collecting. In my experience it’s the best
Perfect for every rock collector and geology enthusiast to have on hand. This valuable reference covers more rocks and minerals in North America than any other available guide.
One of the best things about this rock and mineral field guide, and why it makes it onto the best rockhounding
What Other Readers Say About The National Audubon Society Field Guide to Rocks and Minerals: North America
“…a simple, straightforward guide to mineral identification, based on color and structure. Well over half the
“…the vinyl cover makes this
“The quality of the photos is incredible.”
“Good, detailed information, and a section of each
3. Rockhounding Arizona : A Guide To 75 of The State’s Best Rockhounding Sites
Whether you want to search for gold in the Superstition Mountains of Arizona, dig for turquoise in Nevada or hunt for agates and jasper on the beaches of Oregon, this rockhounding
The Author, Gary Blair has nearly 75 years of experience roaming the wilderness of Arizona. Much of that time he spent rockhounding. Gary Blair is considered one of the most experienced and knowledgeable rockhounding experts in Arizona.
Not planning on Rockhounding in Arizona any time soon? Then check out these other rockhounding books that cover rockhounding in other States.
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If you’d like to read more information on any of these rock books, then just click on any of the books listed below.
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