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Quartz vug from SCRAGS claim in Hatch (field trip #2)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Barite from SCRAGS Claim in Hatch (Field Trip #2)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Barite boulder at SCRAGS claim in Hatch (Field Trip #2)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Tumbled Candy Rhyolite (Field Trip #1)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Slabs of Candy Rhyolite (Field Trip #1)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Saturday, March 7<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Field Trip #1: Candy Rhyolite in Truth or Consequences<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n
10:00 AM<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Field Trip #2: Hatch, NM<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n
10:00 AM<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Sunday, March 8<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Field Trip #1: Candy Rhyolite in Truth or Consequences<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n
10:00 AM<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Field Trip #2: Hatch, NM<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n
10:00 AM<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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We are excited to offer two field trips this year! Both trips are offered Saturday and Sunday, and depart the Sierra County Fair Barn at 10 am.<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Candy Rhyolite Field Trip Info (Field Trip #1)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first trip will be to collect beautiful candy rhyolite from Lori Coleman’s claim in Truth or Consequences. Lori owns the Spanish Stirrup Rock Shop<\/a> in Alto, NM. Thank you Lori for allowing us to collect on your claim!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This trip is about a 20 minute drive from the Fair Barn. 4WD is not required. There is approximately a 200 yard walk from the parking area to the collecting area. You will not be able to drive right up to the collecting area. As the claim owner, Lori asks that you limit your collection to 20 pounds of this beautiful material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is a surface collecting location, but a garden claw or trowel can be useful to dig or pry things out. If you bring a rock hammer to break apart material, be sure to wear eye protection. See below for more information on what to bring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hatch Field Trip Info (Field Trip #2)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The second trip will be to the Sierra County Rock and Gem Society’s claim near Hatch, NM. You will be able to collect barite, calcite, quartz, other beautiful rocks and minerals, and fossils. There are petroglyphs a short drive away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The drive for this trip is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes each way. Although any passenger car can drive the majority of the way to the claim, 4WD is recommended for the last half mile. The field trip leader will stop at that point to condense vehicles. Those with 4WD are encouraged to invite other attendees to share their vehicle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hatch Exit alternative:<\/mark> <\/strong>If you are coming from the south to attend the Hatch trip, you can optionally meet the convoy at the Hatch Exit off of I-25, Exit 41. There is a dirt pull-off just to the East of the exit where you can wait. Although the exact arrival time of the convoy coming from the Fair Barn is hard to predict, please be at the exit by 10:30 am. You will be asked to pay your field trip fees and sign waivers once you arrive at the claim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will be able to find many beautiful rocks on the surface, but bring a trowel, garden claw, or small shovel if you would like to do a little digging. If you bring a rock hammer to break apart material, be sure to wear eye protection. See below for more information on what to bring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Field Trip FYIs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

All field trips will depart from the Sierra County Fair Barn promptly at 10 am. (If you are coming from the south, please see \u201cHatch Exit alternative<\/a><\/strong>\u201d in the paragraph above.) Meet there a few minutes early to learn about the trip, sign waivers, and convoy to the site. Carpooling is encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For any rockhounding field trip, sturdy, closed toe shoes are a must. Cactus spines can go right through tennis shoes. Long pants are recommended. Bring plenty of water, sunscreen, a hat, gloves, and lunch or snacks. Be prepared for inclement weather. Bring a bucket or bag to collect your pretty rocks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to the rough terrain, children must remain under close supervision at all times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Field trips are $5 per adult. Children under 12 are free. Please email scragssierracounty@gmail.com<\/a> with any questions. There is no pre-registration for field trips. Sign up in front of the Fair Barn (or at the Hatch Exit<\/a><\/strong>) before each trip. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSee the Complete Schedule of Events<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Saturday, March 7 Sunday, March 8 We are excited to offer two field trips this year! Both trips are offered Saturday and Sunday, and depart the Sierra County Fair Barn at 10 am.
Candy Rhyolite Field Trip Info (Field Trip #1) The first trip will be to collect beautiful candy rhyolite from Lori Coleman’s claim .
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