Large Terminated Green Apatite in Hand
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Digging into Apatite: A Gleaming Gem of the Ottawa Valley and Beyond

ByJohn Leggitt

Unearth the Splendor of Apatite Check out our Gallery for more Apatite photos Give us feedback below. Nestled in the heart of nature’s bounty, the Bancroft, Ottawa and Mont-Tremblant corridor boasts a hidden mineralogical treasure: Apatite. This vibrant mineral, gleaming in reds, greens and blues, has captivated collectors and geologists alike. But there’s more to apatite…

Rock Hounding in a Pit
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Gearing Up: Must-Have Tools for the Aspiring Rockhound

ByJohn Leggitt

Equip the Collector Check our Gallery for photos of field trip participants and their tools. Give us your feedback below. For those new to the world of rockhounding, the prospect of venturing into the great outdoors to unearth mineral treasures is both exciting and daunting. Equipping yourself with the right tools is key to a…