Michigan's Copper Country Rocks & Minerals: Easily Identify 38 Collectible Finds, Including Copper and Agates (Adventure Quick Guides)
Language: English
Published by Adventure Publications, 2026
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- Title
- Michigan's Copper Country Rocks & Minerals: Easily Identify 38 Collectible Finds, Including Copper and Agates (Adventure Quick Guides)
- Author
- Magnuson, Jim
- Publisher
- Adventure Publications
- Publication year
- 2026
- Condition
- New
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1647554896
- ISBN 13
- 9781647554897
Unearth Upper Michigan’s geological treasures—from Lake Superior agates to rare copper formations—with this quick guide to finding, identifying, and collecting.
The Keweenaw Peninsula and its surrounding area are collectively known as Michigan’s Copper Country: a rock-collector’s dream, holding a variety of rocks and minerals. Whether you’re in search of iconic Lake Superior agates, float copper, or the famed fluorescent sodalite, Michigan’s Copper Country Rocks & Minerals helps you navigate the region’s unique landscape. Written by expert collector Jim Magnuson, the booklet puts decades of experience at your fingertips, whether you’re a seasoned rockhound or a curious beginner.
Start with an introduction to the Copper Country’s history, geography, and geology. Learn about the laws and etiquette of rock hunting at various locations, from beaches and parks to abandoned copper mines, with Jim’s location-specific insights. Get an overview of copper hunting—complete with safety tips—then let the adventure begin! You’ll get professional suggestions on where to look and what to look for. An identification section introduces you to 38 types of specimens: copper, silver, fossils, beach glass, and more. You’ll also appreciate Jim’s advice on how to clean and display your finds.
Bring this durable, lightweight quick guide on your next rockhounding trip and discover why Michigan’s Copper Country is a must-go destination for anyone interested in rock collecting.
Quick guide features:
- Pocket-size format—easier than laminated foldouts
- Identification guide to 38 sought-after rocks and minerals
- Information about public beaches and other hunting locations
- Introduction to equipment and methods, like metal detecting
- Essential safety tips and legal information
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About the Author
Rockhounding is more than a hobby for Jim Magnuson; it’s a serious and rewarding avocation that helps him connect with nature. He has been an avid hunter and student of various gems, minerals, and fossils since his childhood. Jim conducts in-depth and hands-on agate hunting and lapidary workshops. He is also a member of the Cuyuna Rock, Gem & Mineral Society and the Minnesota Mineral Club. He lives in central Minnesota.
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