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Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas is the only state park in the U.S. where you can dig for diamonds and keep them. You'll also be able to find gems like quartz, agate, garnet, and jasper ...

DILLON, Mont. — Molten granite formed the Pioneer Mountain Range in southwest Montana about 72-million years ago. As the granite cooled, water carried quartz and other minerals through the rocks and ...

Gem hunting, or rock hounding, is a fascinating hobby that allows people to find rare rocks and stones from amethyst and ...

\Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas is the only finders-keepers diamond mining park in the U.S. So set out and Strike it rich in the hills of Arkansas on your next vacay. With the hope of ...

This clever treasure hunt game involves scattering some dollar store gemstones in a sandbox and having kids dig for buried treasure, and it’s a great DIY activity to keep kids engaged so parents can ...