Author: James R. Mitchell
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780935182873
Category : Minerals
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Welcome to rockhounding in Utah. In this best-selling guide, the gem hunter is led to landscapes as diverse as the gems, minerals, and fossils found there. B/W photos highlight the collecting area. A special color section aids in identifying the specimens. Ideal for both the rockhound who is just starting out and for the collector who has been discovering Utah's treasures for years.
Gem Trails of Utah
Author: James R. Mitchell
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780935182873
Category : Minerals
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Welcome to rockhounding in Utah. In this best-selling guide, the gem hunter is led to landscapes as diverse as the gems, minerals, and fossils found there. B/W photos highlight the collecting area. A special color section aids in identifying the specimens. Ideal for both the rockhound who is just starting out and for the collector who has been discovering Utah's treasures for years.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780935182873
Category : Minerals
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Welcome to rockhounding in Utah. In this best-selling guide, the gem hunter is led to landscapes as diverse as the gems, minerals, and fossils found there. B/W photos highlight the collecting area. A special color section aids in identifying the specimens. Ideal for both the rockhound who is just starting out and for the collector who has been discovering Utah's treasures for years.
Gem Trails of Utah
Author: James R. Mitchell
Publisher: Gem Guides Book Company
ISBN: 9781889786377
Category : Minerals
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Revised and expanded edition of this popular trail guide to collecting rocks, minerals and fossils in Utah. Over 92 of the best collecting sites are described with local photos and maps. A color specimen insert helps with identification and a mineral locator index helps to plan a successful collecting trip.
Publisher: Gem Guides Book Company
ISBN: 9781889786377
Category : Minerals
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Revised and expanded edition of this popular trail guide to collecting rocks, minerals and fossils in Utah. Over 92 of the best collecting sites are described with local photos and maps. A color specimen insert helps with identification and a mineral locator index helps to plan a successful collecting trip.
A Collector's Guide to Rock, Mineral, & Fossil Localities of Utah
Author: James R. Wilson
Publisher: Utah Geological Survey
ISBN: 1557913366
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 156
Book Description
With the tremendous growth of population in this and neighboring states, there are more collectors than ever before and with the rapidly escalating prices for mineral and fossil specimens in the retail market, there is a great demand for displayable material. It has become necessary for professional geologists, hobby collectors, and commercial collectors to recognize each others existence and to try to work together within a framework of regulation, courtesy, and common sense so that material of scientific value is not lost and undue restrictions are not placed upon collecting. There is a continuing need for collectors and professionals to work together with resource managers and legislators to develop workable laws and rules affecting the collecting of minerals and fossils. This publication contains details information about collecting areas, divided by county to make for ease of use. Each collecting area contains information about the minerals, rocks, or fossils present, map recommendations, and other helpful tips on getting to the sites.
Publisher: Utah Geological Survey
ISBN: 1557913366
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 156
Book Description
With the tremendous growth of population in this and neighboring states, there are more collectors than ever before and with the rapidly escalating prices for mineral and fossil specimens in the retail market, there is a great demand for displayable material. It has become necessary for professional geologists, hobby collectors, and commercial collectors to recognize each others existence and to try to work together within a framework of regulation, courtesy, and common sense so that material of scientific value is not lost and undue restrictions are not placed upon collecting. There is a continuing need for collectors and professionals to work together with resource managers and legislators to develop workable laws and rules affecting the collecting of minerals and fossils. This publication contains details information about collecting areas, divided by county to make for ease of use. Each collecting area contains information about the minerals, rocks, or fossils present, map recommendations, and other helpful tips on getting to the sites.
Gem Trails of Colorado
Author: James R. Mitchell
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781889786414
Category : Colorado
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This updated and expanded second edition features over 90 locations, including 27 new sites, where collectors can explore the mineral, gem and fossil treasures of Colorado. Includes clear maps and directions, detailed descriptive text, site photos, full-color specimen photo insert, lists of rock and mineral clubs, mineral museums and mine tours, a mineral locator index and glossary.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781889786414
Category : Colorado
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This updated and expanded second edition features over 90 locations, including 27 new sites, where collectors can explore the mineral, gem and fossil treasures of Colorado. Includes clear maps and directions, detailed descriptive text, site photos, full-color specimen photo insert, lists of rock and mineral clubs, mineral museums and mine tours, a mineral locator index and glossary.
Rockhounding Utah
Author: William A. Kappele
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1493009478
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
A completely updated and revised edition brimming with advice on collecting and preparing gems and minerals .
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1493009478
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
A completely updated and revised edition brimming with advice on collecting and preparing gems and minerals .
Gem Trails of Oregon
Author: James R. Mitchell
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
From agate to zeolite, detailed maps and text lead collectors to more than 80 of the best locations throughout the state. Color and B/W photos highlight collecting areas and the specimens found there.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
From agate to zeolite, detailed maps and text lead collectors to more than 80 of the best locations throughout the state. Color and B/W photos highlight collecting areas and the specimens found there.
Utah Wildlife Viewing Guide
Author: Jim Cole
Publisher: Falcon Guides
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 92
Book Description
"Guide to 92 of the best and most easily accessible wildlife viewing sites in Utah."-- Cover.
Publisher: Falcon Guides
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 92
Book Description
"Guide to 92 of the best and most easily accessible wildlife viewing sites in Utah."-- Cover.
Geologic Tours of Northern Utah
Author: Susan K. Morgan
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Colorado Gem Trails and Mineral Guide
Author: Richard M. Pearl
Publisher: Ohio University Press
ISBN:
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 236
Book Description
This famous book takes you on an extensive gem and mineral collecting tour of Colorado, revealing the interesting places where Nature has stored her treasures. Detailed directions are given for reaching the noted as well as the little-known localities in all sections of this great mineral-producing state. Included are numerous mileage logs never before published, and many sketch maps made especially for this book. A unique system arranges the localities along segments of the main highways. Latest information is given on local travel and collecting conditions and land ownership, so much desired by collectors who want to make the best use of their time. Gem and mineral societies that welcome visitors -- museums that display outstanding collections -- are all described. Official maps and references to the literature are listed.
Publisher: Ohio University Press
ISBN:
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 236
Book Description
This famous book takes you on an extensive gem and mineral collecting tour of Colorado, revealing the interesting places where Nature has stored her treasures. Detailed directions are given for reaching the noted as well as the little-known localities in all sections of this great mineral-producing state. Included are numerous mileage logs never before published, and many sketch maps made especially for this book. A unique system arranges the localities along segments of the main highways. Latest information is given on local travel and collecting conditions and land ownership, so much desired by collectors who want to make the best use of their time. Gem and mineral societies that welcome visitors -- museums that display outstanding collections -- are all described. Official maps and references to the literature are listed.
Hiking the Southwest
Author: Branch Whitney
Publisher: Huntington Press Inc
ISBN: 1935396366
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 227
Book Description
This book provides recommendations for, descriptions of, and directions to the best hikes and adventures throughout the American Southwest. From canyoneering in Zion National Park and scrambling in Red Rock Canyon to hiking the highest peaks in Arizona, Nevada, and New Mexico, Hiking the Southwest puts them all within reach. Author Branch Whitney has hiked and climbed more than 3,000 miles, led 2,000 hikers to summits all over the Southwest, and discovered some of the wildest scrambling routes in the country. In this book, Whitney provides detailed hike descriptions and extensive colour photographs of key landmarks; valuable information on the distance, difficulty, elevation gain, class rating, and best season for each hike; and practical data on permits, lodging and camping, and GPS waypoints. Finally, one book gives you everything you need to get the most out of the best hikes in the amazing Southwest!
Publisher: Huntington Press Inc
ISBN: 1935396366
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 227
Book Description
This book provides recommendations for, descriptions of, and directions to the best hikes and adventures throughout the American Southwest. From canyoneering in Zion National Park and scrambling in Red Rock Canyon to hiking the highest peaks in Arizona, Nevada, and New Mexico, Hiking the Southwest puts them all within reach. Author Branch Whitney has hiked and climbed more than 3,000 miles, led 2,000 hikers to summits all over the Southwest, and discovered some of the wildest scrambling routes in the country. In this book, Whitney provides detailed hike descriptions and extensive colour photographs of key landmarks; valuable information on the distance, difficulty, elevation gain, class rating, and best season for each hike; and practical data on permits, lodging and camping, and GPS waypoints. Finally, one book gives you everything you need to get the most out of the best hikes in the amazing Southwest!