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Goulburn Valley Gem and Mineral Craft Group

Phone: +61 3 5849 1716

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19.01.2022 Today's (11-04-2021) field trip to Corop had a bumpy start with the weather cold and late notices during school holidays, and the rocks dusty from a dry spell. However the five car loads of enthusiasts were soon turned loose and explored three areas on different levels. We again found an area with boulders of solid pyrite, some with quartz inserts and nice golden line patterns. The other sites gave access to a range of colours for cabs. After twelve months away it was good to catch up with the changes and the plans for future blasting, as the crew worked throughout the Covid lockdowns. They have cleared much of the old workings and are ready for more blasting to go down further in the southern end. Many thanks to Warrick for the access.

16.01.2022 A collection of Axinite - Fe samples and others made from scraps from Corop.

14.01.2022 FIRST FIELD TRIP WEEKEND FOR 2021 Friday 10th April Arrive at Whroo camping ground to stay overnight. Byo everything Water, Food, Bed, Shelter, Seats. Campfire meal. DON'T FORGET YOUR FOSSICKING LICENSE> Sat 11th April ... Breakfast followed by Gold fossicking or looking for crystals. Lunch then ditto. Dinner at hotel in Rushworth with evening entertainment. Sunday 11th April Field Trip to Lake Cooper Quarry 3481 Heathcote-Rochester Rd, Burramboot VIC 3559 9.00 am Meet at Rushworth Bakery, Buy lunch and drinks 10.00 am. Meet at Lake Cooper Quarry office (Corop) to begin a day of fossicking in selected areas of the quarry. Lunch (BYO) 12.45 at the Quarry office before an afternoon of further fossicking in other areas. Recommended: sledge hammer, water in a spray bottle, safety glasses, strong shoes, gloves, sunscreen and a hat. A donation towards quarry staff. If you have any questions send us a message. (A last few copies of booklet "Colours of Corop" will be available @$25.) If you are considering attending the activities please ring George on 58491716 after 7.30pm for registration and any further enquiries

13.01.2022 There may still be some trading space so please contact the show liaison, Carol, if interested. Contact details on Victorian Gem Clubs website.

12.01.2022 Early Notice: Put it in your calendar and share.

02.01.2022 First lot of cutting from yesterday's quarry trip, and I have a dragon and his reflection. Lol. Clinozoisite in chert.