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A Rockhound's Guide to Oregon & Washington

by Alison Jean Cole

A field guide to rockhounding across Oregon and Washington

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A field guide to rockhounding across Oregon and Washington

Alison Jean Cole’s guide brings together 60 rockhounding locations across the Pacific Northwest, connecting each site’s geological history with the rocks and fossils that may be found there. The destinations range from the Cascade Range and Oregon Coast to the Olympic Peninsula and Owyhee Uplands. Entries include directions and GPS coordinates, road conditions and safety information, suggested seasons, tools, land managers, and collection limits. The book also covers rockhounding basics and emphasizes sustainable collecting and Leave No Trace principles, making practical site planning part of its broader introduction to the region’s varied geology.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • People planning rockhounding outings in Oregon or Washington
  • Geology and mineral enthusiasts interested in regional field sites
  • Collectors seeking guidance on tools, access, and collection limits

Themes

Pacific Northwest geologyRocks and fossilsField explorationSustainable collecting

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Book overview

  • Features 60 outstanding rockhounding sites
  • Emphasizes rockhounding basics, sustainable collecting, and Leave No Trace principles
  • Each location features an overview of the area's geologic history along with what types of rocks and fossils you may find
The Pacific Northwest's complex geologic history makes it a treasure trove for rockhounds. Collected here are 60 sites where you can explore ancient sea-floors, epic lava flows, glacier-carved landscapes, and evidence of 200 million years of tectonic action. Discover agates and jaspers in the volcanic Cascade Range and marine fossils along the Oregon Coast. Search for concretions along the Olympic Peninsula, petrified wood in the Owyhee Uplands, and much more.

In addition to detailed information on where exactly to begin a rock hunt, every location features an overview of the area's geologic history and age, what types of rocks are worth finding there, needed tools, land manager, and collection limits. Clear driving directions with GPS coordinates, road quality and trip safety information, best season to go, and an informative map round out each description.

"Whether you are a geology enthusiast or a die-hard rockhound, a fine arts jeweler or a lifelong pebble puppy, I wrote this book with every type of rock-lover in mind. Out here, interesting rocks are everywhere. Let's go find them."--FROM THE INTRODUCTION
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