Get a rock/gem book for your state / area (specifically one that will show you the bland exteriors of rocks that have gems inside), find a local rock/gem aficionado to pick their brain. Maybe go to a jeweler to find out if they would buy gems or have connections to those who do. That's all I got. I live in an area where I could do this, have the book, know where to find geology aficionados, but I never find time to pursue it though I want to. Its not for lack of time in the hills but I just am always too busy looking for animals!
Both! As satisfying as a successful bow hunt can be, I have no shame in saying I prefer the advantage of rifle though! I just like to fill my freezer. You?
Yes. It is not widely known about or publicized about, but you can rockhound gems and sell them, you should if you can!!
Thanks, I'll do some more research on it. Any pointers/resources in mind?
Get a rock/gem book for your state / area (specifically one that will show you the bland exteriors of rocks that have gems inside), find a local rock/gem aficionado to pick their brain. Maybe go to a jeweler to find out if they would buy gems or have connections to those who do. That's all I got. I live in an area where I could do this, have the book, know where to find geology aficionados, but I never find time to pursue it though I want to. Its not for lack of time in the hills but I just am always too busy looking for animals!
Sounds logical, thanks! Do you bow or rifle hunt?
Both! As satisfying as a successful bow hunt can be, I have no shame in saying I prefer the advantage of rifle though! I just like to fill my freezer. You?