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Maroon Bells, Colorado: The Photograph That Shaped My Childhood

Maroon Bells, Colorado: The Photograph That Sh...

Explore the Maroon Bells in Colorado through a personal story, geology highlights, and travel tips to visit this iconic Rocky Mountain landmark.

Maroon Bells, Colorado: The Photograph That Sh...

Explore the Maroon Bells in Colorado through a personal story, geology highlights, and travel tips to visit this iconic Rocky Mountain landmark.

Rockhounding and Adventure in Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula: A Two-Day Journey Through Copper Country

Rockhounding and Adventure in Michigan’s Keween...

Tucked away at the northernmost tip of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, the Keweenaw Peninsula is a rugged land of copper, cliffs, and cold, clear waters. For rockhounds and adventure seekers alike, this narrow...

Rockhounding and Adventure in Michigan’s Keween...

Tucked away at the northernmost tip of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, the Keweenaw Peninsula is a rugged land of copper, cliffs, and cold, clear waters. For rockhounds and adventure seekers alike, this narrow...

What is the best UV flashlight for rocks and mi...

What is the best UV flashlight for rocks and minerals?   With the days getting shorter and the nights getting longer, you might be ready to go on some geology...

What is the best UV flashlight for rocks and mi...

What is the best UV flashlight for rocks and minerals?   With the days getting shorter and the nights getting longer, you might be ready to go on some geology...

What is Chrysocolla?

Discover the personality of chrysocolla, a vibrant blue-green mineral with unique colors, formations, and interesting geology. Learn fun facts, crystal properties, and how to add this beautiful stone to your...

What is Chrysocolla?

Discover the personality of chrysocolla, a vibrant blue-green mineral with unique colors, formations, and interesting geology. Learn fun facts, crystal properties, and how to add this beautiful stone to your...

I Like Rocks...

I started bringing them home as a kid in Wisconsin and earned the nickname "Rocky" from my parents.  There were rocks in the yard, rocks in the house, rocks in...

I Like Rocks...

I started bringing them home as a kid in Wisconsin and earned the nickname "Rocky" from my parents.  There were rocks in the yard, rocks in the house, rocks in...

Welcome to the Grumbly Tumbleweed Blog

Welcome to the Grumbly Tumbleweed Blog

I love learning new things... everything is a mysterious adventure to me.  From beginner geology, to how rocks are used in the world for everyday life, to in depth dives...

Welcome to the Grumbly Tumbleweed Blog

I love learning new things... everything is a mysterious adventure to me.  From beginner geology, to how rocks are used in the world for everyday life, to in depth dives...