Rockhounding New Mexico by Ruta Vaskys and Martin Freed
Rockhounding New Mexico is a complete guide to finding, collecting, and preparing the state's gems and minerals. From jasper and agate to fossils and petrified wood, this field guide helps you plan rewarding outings.
With this book, anyone can learn where to find unusual mineral displays, fossils, jasper, agate, and petrified wood across New Mexico’s varied terrains.
Practical maps, step-by-step collecting techniques, and tips for safety, ethics, and responsible rockhounding help you enjoy trips on public lands.
Beautiful photography and clear explanations make it easy to identify specimens and understand their geological context.
- Comprehensive coverage of where to find mineral displays, fossils, jasper, and agate.
- Field-tested techniques for safely collecting, cleaning, and preparing specimens.
- Helpful maps and trip ideas to plan journeys across New Mexico.
- Ethics and safety guidance for responsible, legal rockhounding on public lands.
- Designed for beginners and seasoned collectors alike with accessible language.
Add this essential rockhounding resource to your library and start your next field adventure.
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