The talk will start with a brief summary of the history and mineralogy of the deposit, emphasizing the extensive variety of collectible minerals found there. Then a variety of different approaches to mineral collecting in general will be discussed, for example just one species, like Calcite, or a mineral group, like Carbonates, or rare species, type locality specimens, pseudomorphs, casts, thumbnails, micromounts, minerals with provenance, mining ephemera, personally collected specimens, etc. Most of the talk will be devoted to how each of these collecting approaches can be successfully applied to Tsumeb, with many photos of wonderful specimens as examples.

If you are interested in Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Crystals, Jewelry, or the Lapidary Arts, than come and visit our Annual Show!!! See Gemstones & Jewelry made by top artisans. Shop for fine Mineral & Fossil specimens, and gaze at Nature's incredible creations! Learn how to find your own Minerals & Fossils by talking with our knowledgeable members and dealers. Fulfill all of your geologic desires in one place!

Admission:(CASH ONLY!!!)

Adult (12 and over) - $5

Senior - $4

Kids under 12, All Midland Park Students(w/ID), and all Scouts in Uniform - FREE!

FREE MINERAL SPECIMEN FOR ALL KIDS!

Our show is located at the Midland Park High School, 250 Prospect St. Midland Park, NJ.

EASY DRIVING DIRECTIONS:  (Follow these directions- We do not recommend following GPS - will get you lost for sure...)

From NYC, Rt. 17, GS Parkway, and Points East - Take NJ Rt.4 WEST to Rt. 208 NORTH. Exit for GOFFLE ROAD - MIDLAND PARK, and drive to the 3rd traffic light (Godwin Ave. - Approx. 1.2 miles). Turn LEFT on Godwin Ave and proceed 1/10 mile to the next traffic light. BEAR RIGHT onto Prospect St. Drive 1/2 mile. The High School will be on the right. Park in the main lot in front of the school.

From all other areas, Take I-287 to Exit 59 - NJ 208 South. Drive approx. 7 miles on Rt. 208 South and exit for GOFFLE ROAD - MIDLAND PARK. (2nd Goffle Road Exit) Follow ramp and proceed on Goffle Road to the 3rd Traffic Light (Godwin Ave.) Turn LEFT on Godwin Ave. and drive 1/10 mile to the next traffic light. BEAR RIGHT on Prospect St. and drive 1/2 mile. The High School is on the right side. Park in lot in front of the building.

*NOTE: Save These Directions!! Due to local sign regulations, there will be minimal signage posted.

This will be the second of three anticipated sessions working towards earning the fluorescent badge!  Be sure not to miss this exciting session!