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The SMS was founded in 1954 as an educational organization by people interested in the earth sciences, including mineralogy, geology, paleontology as well as the lapidary arts. The society is operated by amateurs interested in these fields. Our meetings, which usually feature guest speakers, are open to the public. We also have periodic field trips to collect mineral specimens, and Read more...

The Bristol Gem and Mineral Club was organized in 1972 to foster interest in the earth and geological sciences, minerals, and the lapidary arts. The club holds regularly scheduled meetings where educational events are presented for the advancement and knowledge of the membership in these fields. Members include mineral collectors, jewelry makers, gem cutters and faceters, and nature enthusiasts. Anyone Read more...

Along the old abandoned railroad grade of Marshall Pass you can find jasper, marble, geodes, picture sandstone, rhyolite, and fossils. Read more...

The Fossil Digging Experience The Florissant Fossil Quarry is located in the small Colorado mountain town of Florissant which lies in the shadow of Pike’s Peak. Our family friendly fossil digging quarry is essentially a large shale bed. Many millions of years ago, volcanic ash trapped layers of living animals and plants in the shale. The shale is easy to Read more...

Explore Colorado Springs’ paradise in one magical stop. Garden of the Gods Park is a registered National Natural Landmark. Imagine dramatic views, 300′ towering sandstone rock formations against a backdrop of snow-capped Pikes Peak and brilliant blue skies. This world-class Visitor & Nature Center and museum is the most visited attraction in the region with all new interactive exhibits. Learn Read more...

The National Mining Hall of Fame holds more than 250 stories of men and women who achieved lasting greatness in mining and natural resources. Browse it to learn of these and other fascinating stories: Also included are plaques for honorees of the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame, established in 2013 to pay tribute to the pioneers of the past Read more...

We meet monthly in the California State Mining and Mineral Museum to conduct club business and enjoy presentations by guest speakers. Our meetings are typically on the second Sunday, and we encourage bringing guests and dependents.  Membership in the club entitles members to free entrance in the State Park. Read more...