The coast is a great place to do rockhounding. In this issue we present stories on rockhounding in Nova Scotia and on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. On a more serious note, recent development near one coastal community in Great Britain has resulted in the destruction of an important fossil site. The destruction of that site is reported here. Scientists have recently discovered that the earth beneath our feet is not entirely void of life as previously thought.
Evidence shows that microbial communities are present deep within the earth.
A better understanding of these communities may help scientists find better and more effective ways of cleaning up contaminated groundwater. The editor examines this fascinating topic. This edition of the Canadian Rockhound sees more Canadian content. Many thanks to authors Doug Boyce, Rick Hudson, Chester Miller, Stuart Milliken, Ronnie Van Dommelen, Doug Wilson, Doug Miller, Garry Morse, Clive Knell, John Ratcliff, and the Mineral Society of Manitoba for their contributions. Drawing courtesy of Doug Boyce.