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Mines and Quarries in Western Maine

Permission to enter and collect gems and minerals from these areas is usually by permission only. Some mines are open to gem club member only. It is a good idea to join a local club, since more resources and support are available to you. Here is a partial list of areas where mines abound.

Join a club

Bulletins, news letters, auctions, rock swaps, and field trips are available to members.

The Kennebec Rocks & Minerals Club, Winthrop
Meets: 3rd Friday each month.
Contact: Ken Garant, president, Augusta, 621-2958
Mineral Show: Sept. 2-3, Augusta Armory.

Water-oak Gem & Mineral Society, Waterville
Meets: 1st Saturday each month.
Contact: William Longley, Waterville, 873-4863
Mineral Show: Aug.5-6, Mt. Merici.

—SUSAN VARNEY




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