Blethen Maine Newspapers Inc. E-mail this story to a friend Mines and Quarries in Western Maine Permission to enter and collect gems and minerals from these areas is usually by permission only.
Some mines are open to gem club member only.
It is a good idea to join a local club, since more resources and support are available to you. Here is a partial list of areas where mines abound. Join a club Bulletins, news letters, auctions, rock swaps, and field trips are available to members. 3rd Friday each month. 1st Saturday each month.