+TerryDad2 Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 I'm getting ready to list an EarthCache about serpentine, the California State Rock. I think it would be a great series to have an EarthCache on the state rock of each state, province, territory, country. The same could be done with the state mineral. Although in California, I don't think the site would last long since our mineral is gold (even though it is a metal). You would have people chipping it out to take home Does anyone already have one like this set up? How about a list of them? This could be one of the goals for the beyond Platinum EarthCache Masters. Quote Link to comment
+Cav Scout Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 Beyond Platinum EarthCache Masters? Is there program for this? I heard it mentioned before but its been a while. This could be one of the goals for the beyond Platinum EarthCache Masters. Quote Link to comment
+Juicepig Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 (edited) This could be one of the goals for the beyond Platinum EarthCache Masters. personally i would hope they choose something more generic - I find it increasingly difficult to get into the states and somehow don't think "I'm going to get some earthcaches!" would save me from further questioning.. Although in California, I don't think the site would last long since our mineral is gold Atleast it isn't diamonds, the poor folks in yellowknife! Edited September 10, 2008 by Juicepig Quote Link to comment
+Rev Mike Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Pennsylvania does not have a state rock or a state mineral. There has been some talk of having a mineral added (celestine) but no state rock. We do have a state fossil (a trilobite called Phacops rana) but I have never been able to find one and that would likely dissapear just like gold. Still an interesting idea for states that have those things. - Rev Mike Quote Link to comment
+danieloliveira Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 I started a series on minerals and my problem is to find locations where the mineral can be easily identified and can also be collected by the visitor without damaging property / or a known geosite. So far the list includes chromite, chalcopyrite, halite and iron. In summary, I have to say that I like your idea a lot. Quote Link to comment
+Renegade Knight Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Near Chico California there is a creek where you can pan for gold using a pie pan and pick up flakes. An EarthCache is certainly doable for gold in a location like that. Quote Link to comment
+BilboB Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 One of Vermont's state rocks are granite and I set up the first Earthcache for the granite quarries in my hometown of Barre, VT in 2005. I think it sounds like a great idea though. Vermont's state mineral is Talc, and there are a few old quarries that are still open for cachers to visit. The state rocks are granite, marble and slate. Quote Link to comment
+GEO WALKER Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 PA has a problem... http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/info/dcnrfaq/t....aspx#staterock What are Pennsylvania’s state rock, state mineral, and state fossil? Pennsylvania does not have a state rock or a state mineral. In 2002, a group of fifth-grade students took a proposal to the House of Representatives to have the mineral celestine named the state mineral. Celestine, which is strontium sulfate, was unknown until it was discovered in Pennsylvania by a group of German travelers in the 18th century. It has a beautiful sky-blue color that inspired its name. Perhaps it will be named the state mineral in the near future. We don’t know of any recent proposals to name a state rock. Many people have suggested that coal might be appropriate in recognition of its long and important role in shaping Pennsylvania’s economy. Others have suggested that diabase be designated the state rock because of its historical significance at the Civil War Battle of Gettysburg. Diabase is an igneous rock that formed in Pennsylvania during the Triassic and Jurassic Periods, about 190 million years ago. Cemetery and Seminary Ridges, the locations of the main Union and Confederate lines during the battle, formed the high ground of the battlefield because the underlying diabase is more resistant to erosion than the surrounding bedrock. Devils Den, the scene of some of the most intense fighting of the battle, is an outcrop of diabase, as is the strategically important Little Roundtop. I could try and create a sereis w/ coal. Things that come to mind: Surface Exposure GOB Piles [Waste Coal Pile] many are now being used as source material in power plants Coke Ovens if I can find a good one. Abandoned Mine Drainage. The lovely orange or milky white creeks we have through out this region. Quote Link to comment
+TerryDad2 Posted September 19, 2008 Author Share Posted September 19, 2008 I got my Serpentinite EarthCache published today. I've set up a Bookmark list for State Rocks and Minerals Let me know what other ones are out there and I'll add them to the list. Don't be shy about adding ones from other countries either. I am just appauled that some states don't have a state rock or mineral It sounds like you need to start writing your state lawmakers to get their act in gear. They've had a good 200 years or so to pick one (or more). Quote Link to comment
+AndrewRJ Posted September 19, 2008 Share Posted September 19, 2008 I got my Serpentinite EarthCache published today. I've set up a Bookmark list for State Rocks and Minerals Let me know what other ones are out there and I'll add them to the list. Don't be shy about adding ones from other countries either. I am just appauled that some states don't have a state rock or mineral It sounds like you need to start writing your state lawmakers to get their act in gear. They've had a good 200 years or so to pick one (or more). I just did a cache in Washington that has you walk by a large Serpintine outcrop to get to it. A very cool looking area. Washington State Gem is Petrafied Wood I would add this "Trees of Stone EarthCache" to your bookmark list. Quote Link to comment
+TerryDad2 Posted September 21, 2008 Author Share Posted September 21, 2008 Washington State Gem is Petrafied Wood I would add this "Trees of Stone EarthCache" to your bookmark list. I got it added. Thanks for the addition. Did you want to add a sentence saying that Petrified Wood is the WA state gem? Maybe in the short description. Quote Link to comment
+AndrewRJ Posted September 22, 2008 Share Posted September 22, 2008 Washington State Gem is Petrafied Wood I would add this "Trees of Stone EarthCache" to your bookmark list. I got it added. Thanks for the addition. Did you want to add a sentence saying that Petrified Wood is the WA state gem? Maybe in the short description. Well it would be difficult as it isn't my cache! Quote Link to comment
+TerryDad2 Posted September 22, 2008 Author Share Posted September 22, 2008 Washington State Gem is Petrafied Wood I would add this "Trees of Stone EarthCache" to your bookmark list. I got it added. Thanks for the addition. Did you want to add a sentence saying that Petrified Wood is the WA state gem? Maybe in the short description. Well it would be difficult as it isn't my cache! Duh! I didn't event look Quote Link to comment
+Earl B. Fisk Posted September 22, 2008 Share Posted September 22, 2008 For everyone's reference, here is a link to a list of state rocks and minerals. Quote Link to comment
+GEO WALKER Posted September 23, 2008 Share Posted September 23, 2008 Like Pennsylvania, Ohio does not have a state rock, but on the other hand they do have a state gemstone. You may want to take a look at ANCIENT MINE SITE (GC14DFZ). Quote Link to comment
+Juicepig Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 (edited) Canadian Provinces: AB: Ammolite Fossils BC: Jade MB: (none) NB: Holmesville Soil NF: Labradorite NS: Agate ON: Amethyst PEI: Charlottetown Soil - GC162VW SK: Potash NWT: Diamond NT: (none) YK: Lazulite Edited September 25, 2008 by Juicepig Quote Link to comment
+NorthWes Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Uh... the Alaska state gem is Jade. I think I know how to work up an EarthCache for that one. However, the Alaska state mineral is gold. Now there's a problem... although the 2008 Alaska Geocoin (featuring a Polar Bear) had a special issue edition of ten coins struck at the Alaska Mint in gold - a one ounce solid gold geocoin. And no - they weren't made as FTF prizes! Quote Link to comment
+Isonzo Karst Posted October 16, 2008 Share Posted October 16, 2008 Florida has a State Soil - Myakka Fine Sand. No state mineral (oughta be Rock Phosphate, but isn't). Agatized Coral is a State Stone. I think the State Soil represents the best option for an earthcache. Moonstone doesn't exist in the state, and agatized corals are found in a limited range (mostly underwater...) The State gem is moonstone not because it has anything whatever to do with Florida, but it was given that designation after the moon landing from Kennedy Space Flight Center. Quote Link to comment
+twinfly Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 I just got approval to place an Earth Cache from a local University that has Large Rock samples from each county in Idaho located around campus. Now I have to do the write up and submit for approval. I'll try to remember to contact you when I get my approval. twinfly Quote Link to comment
+TerryDad2 Posted October 23, 2008 Author Share Posted October 23, 2008 Florida has a State Soil - Myakka Fine Sand. No state mineral (oughta be Rock Phosphate, but isn't). Agatized Coral is a State Stone. I think the State Soil represents the best option for an earthcache. Moonstone doesn't exist in the state, and agatized corals are found in a limited range (mostly underwater...) The State gem is moonstone not because it has anything whatever to do with Florida, but it was given that designation after the moon landing from Kennedy Space Flight Center. I suppose that would be a 5 star terrain rating to get up there. And what would the coordinates be? Quote Link to comment
+ZSandmann Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 Well I've been trying to work something up for a while but not gotten anywhere. Louisiana's state rock/mineral is agate. I know it is commonly collected in the Amite River gravel but have no idea where any public locations are and haven't found anything online. The state fossil is petrified palmwood, which is in the Toledo Bend area, there is a state park there but I've never been to it, although I came close when doing the Delorme Challenge. Anyways I am looking to place an Earthcache soon to get my next level pin, so if anyone finds info on the Amite agate beds let me know, maybe someone has a rockhound guide somewhere. Quote Link to comment
+genegene Posted October 28, 2008 Share Posted October 28, 2008 Is Rhodonite the same thing as Rose Quartz Quote Link to comment
+ZSandmann Posted October 28, 2008 Share Posted October 28, 2008 Is Rhodonite the same thing as Rose Quartz No rhodonite is a pyroxene. Both are rose because of manganese inclusions but have very different crystal structures. Quote Link to comment
BoatBird Posted January 16, 2009 Share Posted January 16, 2009 We have a Country Mineral here in Cyprus- the island was named after the amazing amount of Copper that was found here. We also get a version of Serpentine, and some Iron Ore (can't remember which one....) Quote Link to comment
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