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Benefits of Joining FGCGMS |
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Joining
our rock club offers a unique opportunity to connect with fellow enthusiasts,
enhance your skills, and dive deeper into the world of geology and lapidary
arts, all while enjoying a supportive community of like-minded
individuals." Here are some of
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· Monthly Meetings:
Connect with fellow enthusiasts who share your passion for rocks, minerals,
and gems. · Newsletter Subscription:
Stay informed with our monthly newsletter, packed with news, updates, and
upcoming events. · Informative Presentations: Attend our monthly meetings featuring expert talks and
presentations on various topics related to geology and lapidary arts. · Bi-Annual Tri-County Events: Join us for exciting community events, including
picnics, Christmas parties, rock & mineral sales, and exhibition shows. · Rock Hounding Adventures:
Participate in thrilling rock hounding trips, both within the state and
beyond, to explore new collecting locations. · Rock & Mineral Identification: Learn how to identify and distinguish common rocks and
minerals with guidance from our expert members. ·
Les &
Marge DeGarmo Library: Borrow
books, magazines, and media at our well-stocked library located in the
Lapidary Shop. Click on the Library link under resources to get a list of
books that you can check out.
· Lapidary Arts Classes:
Explore the world of lapidary arts with hands-on classes, and enjoy workshop
privileges at our cabbing shop. Visit our shop page for more details. · Join our club
and you automatically becomes a member of with SFMS (Southeast Federation of
Mineralogical Society). Visit the Federation |
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Moonstone
cabochon |
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Faceted
Emeralds Various
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Membership Dues: |
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Welcome,
everyone! As we come together as a rock club, it's important to acknowledge
the modest dues we have in place. These dues play a vital role in supporting
our club's activities, resources, and growth. They help us maintain the high
standards of engagement and service that make our club a unique and valuable
space for all of us. We’ve worked hard to keep these dues affordable, and we
truly believe they are a small investment in the continued success and
enjoyment of our club. We appreciate your support and commitment in helping
us thrive." · Membership Dues: · Individual membership dues are $25.00 annually, and family
membership (up to 4 members) is $35.00 per year. · Dues are valid for the current year, from January 1st to
December 31st. If you join after August, dues will be prorated. · Payments can be made by cash, check, Zelle, or credit card
at the club’s January meeting. Checks may also be mailed. · How to Join: · Download the Membership Application form [here]. · Complete the form, scan it, and save it as a PDF or JPG
file. · Send the completed form to the club’s Gmail account: · For payment options, please contact Beverly Norona via
email. · You can also access and print the club’s brochure [here],
which provides a summary of this information for your convenience. |
Manzanita Jasper – by member
Lucas Bush |
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Lapidolite Cabochon on fancy wire wrap - by member – Beverly Norona |
AquaMarine on Muscovite |
Rainbow Tourmaline (Elbite) on Albite and Clevandite
Pederneira Mine, Sao Jose da Safira, Gerais Mine, Brazil. |
Faceted Almandine
Garnet |
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