Some smoky quartzes from this locality show an unusual opalesence. Stop at the General Store in Quadeville to get a map to the locality and collecting permit. Ribbons of smoky quartz cut through feldspar in the floor of The Beryl Pit. Collecting Tours Capitalizing on the vast variety of mineral wealth gracing the townships surrounding Bancroft, Ontario, the Chamber of Commerce holds collecting tours during the months of July and August. Geologist Chris Fouts leads each group to two different localities and assists in identifying your finds.
Children are welcome.
Dealers and collectors gather from around the world to sell and swap mineral specimens. During the Gemboree, field trips run daily. Reservations should be made well in advance for the weekend of the Rockhound Gemboree. This article may not be copied, distributed or reprinted in any form without the author's permission. To contact the author, please use the e-mail address provided.