Mineral Collecting Field Trip

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Join geologist Chris Fouts & Lakeside Gems on a Geologist-led Mineral Collecting Field Trip right here in the heart of the Mineral Capital of Canada – the Bancroft area.

Chris is the author of the book on Mineral Collecting in Bancroft. He has always had a great interest in rocks and minerals, checking out cobbles and stones from a young age.

For the tour, you bring your own vehicle and travel convoy style following the geologist. Check dates and details on the website.

Photos: Vlad Umnov, https://lakesidegems.com/

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