Rock collecting

Collecting rocks and minerals is a great hobby. This ultimate guide to how to start rock collecting will give you all the information you need to get going in this hobby!

Every rockhound loves a good geode, and the best are those we’ve gathered ourselves. While it can be tempting to start busting every rock you find with a rock pick, you can usually tell before you attack. Geodes are a specific formation and can usually be identified by their round shape and bumpy texture. These reliable indicators don’t tell the whole story, however. So, let’s go a bit further and give you an overview of how to tell if a rock is a geode.

Want to impress your friend with your rock knowledge? Here are 30 types of rocks that you ought to know to get you started.

Assortment of heart shaped rocks

There's a thousand different ways to display your rock collection. Here are a few simple ideas on how to show off your rocks and minerals.

Do you have a rock hound in your family? These geology apps can help him recognize and learn about rocks and minerals.

Capture the brilliant shine of polished rocks with resin spray and sealer with this simple tutorial... no rock tumbler needed!

River rocks look beautiful when wet but dull when dry. In this tutorial I'll show you how to make river rocks shiny with a natural oil finish.

Thundereggs! Kind of like geodes, but with one major difference. If you want to learn more about thundereggs, then here's everything you'll need to know.