Gem hunting basics If you're already intrigued by the thought of digging up your own gems — great. You're not the first to hear the call of what lies beneath the dirt. But you may also be wondering ...

Traveling from Denio to Ely, and from Austin to Verdi, to on a rockhounding adventure. Discovering fire opals, garnets, fluorite and quartz in the heart of Nevada. We travel across the state from ...

Gem- and jewelry-themed tours and excursions mix treasure hunting with adventure and cultural experiences. Text by Amy Elliott Illustrations by Ben Pearce Last year, when Roberto Ruiz visited the ...