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# Reno Gem and Mineral Society

Reno Gem and Mineral Society

## Sitemaps

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## Pages

- [Volunteer Opportunities](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/membership/volunteer/) - RGMS cannot exist without it's volunteers. Volunteering with us is a very rewarding experience, a way to make lifetime friends, and a way to give back to the community. We will need volunteers for our Artisan Festival, preparing for our Jackpot of Gems show, working on our building expansion, and all of community outreach that
- [We're Digging for Volunteers!](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/events/jpog-2026-volunteers/) - Loading…
- [Calendar of Events](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/events/event-calendar/) - Save the Dates! July 18th - 19th ~ Fairview* July 30th - August 3rd ~ Ely, NV to Delta, Utah* August 22nd ~ Davis Creek Field Trip* September 5th - 7th ~ Austin Field Trip* September 18th - 20th ~ Jackpot of Gems Show October 1st -4th ~ Black Rock Field Trip* *Field Trip info
- [Auction Fundraiser](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/events/auction/) - July Auction Is Now Live! Bidding is open on an array of wonderful rocks, minerals, slabs, and lapidary treasures. Join the fun and help support the Reno Gem and Mineral Society’s building expansion and new equipment. Every bid strengthens our classes, field trips, and community programs. Browse & Bid Now Treasure Hunt with a Purpose
- [Education](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/education/) - We offer a FREE kids geology class once a month at our shop at 480 S Rock Blvd. Topics include Nevada fossils, gold panning, and rock identification. We had a full house for our gold panning class, with a presentation on how to find gold and then letting the kids pan for gold with actual
- [Junior Rockhounds](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/outreach/junior-rockhounds/) - Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 3 to 4:30pm, the Junior Rockhounds class explores the wonders of fluorescence minerals. We will show how black light or ultraviolet light causes many rocks to glow. It is an interesting phenomenon, and we will explain how it works. That leaves plenty of time to work on painting and decorating the volcanoes we did last month.
- [Field Trips](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/events/field-trips/) - Our field trip schedule is out! Specific field trip information is sent by email to members. This year's field trips will include trips for Wonderstone, rainbow jasper, opals, fluorite, snakeskin agate, blue agate geodes, Black Rock geodes, crystals, petrified wood, and fossils! June's field trips include excursions to the Dead Camel Mountains and Virginia City,
- [Jackpot of Gems® - Gem Show](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/events/jackpot-of-gems/) - Presented by the Reno Gem & Mineral Society September 18–20, 2026Reno-Sparks Convention CenterFREE Admission! Discover the Treasure Beneath Your FeetThe Jackpot of Gems is one of the premier gem and mineral shows in the western United States — and 2026 is going to be bigger and better than ever!Join collectors, rockhounds, families, educators, students, and
- [Scholarships](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/outreach/scholarships/) - RGMS Earth Sciences Scholarship - $2,000 each for Two Awards The eligible applicant is enrolled as a full- or part-time student with at least 6 credits at any two- or four-year college or university in Nevada, such as Truckee MeadowsCommunity College or the University of Nevada, Reno.A student majoring in geology is the primary candidate.
- [Our History](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/about/history/) - The notion of organizing a gem and mineral society was conceived at the conclusion of a lapidary course sponsored by the Washoe County School District. This course was under the direction of Victor Dow as instructor at his place of business on B Street. Plans for forming a society were discussed among interested persons at
- [Our People](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/about/our-people/) - President - Hilary Loupee - There's not much I love more than digging in the dirt for all of the treasures our area has to offer. This organization allows me to share that love with so many people by leading groups out to various locations around Nevada, California, Oregon, and now Utah! Steve Norman is
- [Outreach](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/outreach/) - We are happy to come to your school, business, or event to give a geology talk! If you need help with your own education, such as an educational rock display, we are here to help! We also have rock swaps around town with free rocks to hand out so look out for us!
- [Demonstrations & Talks](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/outreach/demonstrations-talks/) - We offer free geology talks, just ask! Reach out to our Education Directior, Steve Norman.
- [The Conglomerate - Newsletter](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/membership/conglomerate-newsletter/) - Members will receive a current copy of the Conglomerate, our newsletter at the beginning of each month. Old issues of the Conglomerate will be posted here shortly. The June 2021 issue is attached as an example. Conglomerate2021-06_20210529080032_strong_compression (1)Download
- [Our Affiliates](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/about/affiliates/) - CFMS - California Federation of Mineralogical Societies AFMS - American Federation of Mineralogical Societies
- [About Us](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/about/) - The Reno Gem and Mineral Society, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation organized for the purpose of creating, developing, and encouraging interest in the earth sciences, as well as gem and mineral hobbies. We serve our community in many ways, including providing education, awarding scholarships, offering classes and field trips, and even curating rock museums
- [Open House](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/membership/open-house/) - Mondays 11:00am - 9:00pm Tuesdays 10:00am - 2:00pm Thursdays 10:00am - 2:00pm Fridays 10:00am - 5:00pm Saturdays 12:00pm - 6:00pm
- [Membership](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/membership/) - Membership dues for the Reno Gem and Mineral Society are $35 annually for all adult members and $10 per child. A liability waiver must be signed at the time of joining. Memberships renew each year on January 1st although we are currently working on membership management software that will allow us to renew from the
- [Member Benefits](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/membership/member-benefits/) - Membership in Reno Gem and Mineral Society is open to individuals, families, and students who want to expand their knowledge and experience with rocks, minerals and other earth sciences. Benefits of becoming a RGMS member include communication and involvement with other rock-loving people through:General Meetings: The Society has monthly meetings for all members and guests
- [Activities & Events](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/events/) - We have a super fun society picnic coming up on June 28th at Rancho San Raphael Regional Park. There will be rock ID games, a geology scavenger hunt, great food, lawn games, and raffle prizes!
- [Our Bylaws](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/about/bylaws/) - RGMS By-Laws 2025Download
- [Our Mission](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/about/mission/) - The mission of the Reno Gem and Mineral Society is to create, develop, and encourage interest in the Earth Sciences and to locate and identify various materials through field trips.
- [Classes](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/education/classes/) - We send out a class announcement by email to all members at the beginning of the month and also have signups at our general meeting at Baldini's. We offer lapidary, metalsmithing, cold connections, gem faceting, mineral identification, slab saw, wire wrapping, beading, and more. Classes for knapping and working with turquoise are in the works!
- [Monthly Meetings](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/events/meetings/) - We meet on the first Wednesday of every month at 7PM upstairs at Baldini's Casino. Come early to meet people, visit displays all around the room, and sign up for classes or events. We have a series of speakers with great geology and rockhounding talks! We hope to see you there!
- [Camp Paradise](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/events/camp-paradise/) - Camp Paradise – CFMS – California Federation of Mineralogical Societies
- [Contact Us](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/about/contact/)
- [Class Calendar](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/education/class-calendar/)
- [Instructors](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/education/instructors/) - Stay Tuned! We're working on something really cool
- [Become a Member of RGMS!](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/membership/become-member/)

## Venues

- [RGMS Headquarters](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/venue/rgms-headquarters/)

## Events

- [Wire Wrapping](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/event/wire-wrapping-2/) - This class teaches you how to create a beaded twisted wire bracelet.
- [Wire Wrapping](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/event/wire-wrapping/) - This class teaches you the basics of wire wrapping.
- [Slab Saw](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/event/slab-saw-2/) - This class teaches you how to properly use slab saws to cut a variety of rocks. Please bring a variety of rocks and geodes to cut.
- [Slab Saw](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/event/slab-saw/) - This class teaches you how to properly use slab saws to cut a variety of rocks. Please bring a variety of rocks and geodes to cut.
- [Metalsmithing - Intermediate](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/event/metalsmithing-intermediate/2026-01-06/) - Intermediate Metalsmithing. This class focuses on learning how to create rings. Pre-requisite: Beginning Metalsmithing. This class has 4 sessions and meets every Tuesday in January from 6 - 9 pm.
- [Lapidary - Intermediate](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/event/lapidary-intermediate/2026-01-06/) - Intermediate Lapidary. Pre-requisite: Beginning Lapidary. This class takes place over 2 days: January 6th & 7th from 11 am - 3 pm.
- [Mineral Identification](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/event/mineral-identification/) - A mineral identification class. Required text: Rocks, Gems and Minerals by Walter Schumann (paperback version)
- [Faceting](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/event/faceting/2026-01-08/) - This class teaches you the basics of gem faceting. This class has 4 sessions and takes place every Thursday 10 am - 2 pm for the month of January starting on January 8th.
- [Cold Connections](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/event/cold-connections/) - Cold Connections is a technique in jewelry making that does not require any heat or flame. This class teaches you how to create beautiful jewelry pieces using this method.
- [Metalsmithing - Beginning](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/event/metalsmithing-beginning/2026-01-08/) - Beginning Metalsmithing Class. This beginning metalsmithing class focuses on basic skills and techniques. You create 2 sterling silver pendants, each set with a cabochon stone. Class meets every Thursday of the month, for a total of 4 class sessions.
- [Metalsmithing - Beginning](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/event/metalsmithing-beginning-2/2026-01-10/) - Beginning Metalsmithing Class; this class meets on 2 Saturdays- 1/10 and 1/24 from 10 am to 4 pm both days. This class focuses on basic Metalsmithing techniques to create 2 silver pendants with cabochon stones.
- [Lapidary - Beginning](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/event/lapidary-beginning/) - Beginning Lapidary
- [Lapidary - Beginning](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/event/lapidary-beginning-2/2026-01-20/) - Beginning Lapidary. This is a 2 day class on 1/20 and 1/21 from 11 am to 3 pm each day.
- [Lapidary - Beginning](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/event/lapidary-beginning-3/) - Beginning Lapidary Class
- [Open House](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/event/open-house-fridays/2026-01-02/) - Come visit us during our Open House! You can take a tour of our shop, work on projects, or pick up auction items. Note: Use of our facilities is $7.50 per hour and open to members only.
- [Open House](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/event/open-house-saturdays/2026-01-03/) - Come visit us during our Open House! You can take a tour of our shop, work on projects, or pick up auction items. April Young is our hostess on Fridays. Note: Use of our facilities is $7.50 per hour and open to members only.
- [Open House](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/event/open-house-mondays/2026-01-05/) - Come visit us during our Open House! You can take a tour of our shop, work on projects, or pick up auction items. Note: Use of our facilities is $7.50 per hour and open to members only.
- [Open House](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/event/open-house-tuesdays/2026-01-06/) - Come visit us during our Open House! You can take a tour of our shop, work on projects, or pick up auction items. Note: Use of our facilities is $7.50 per hour and open to members only.
- [Open House](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/event/open-house-thursdays/2026-01-08/) - Come visit us during our Open House! You can take a tour of our shop, work on projects, or pick up auction items. Note: Use of our facilities is $7.50 per hour and open to members only.

## Series

- [Metalsmithing - Intermediate](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/series/metalsmithing-intermediate/)
- [Lapidary - Intermediate](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/series/lapidary-intermediate/)
- [Faceting](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/series/faceting/)
- [Metalsmithing - Beginning](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/series/metalsmithing-beginning-2/)
- [Metalsmithing - Beginning](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/series/metalsmithing-beginning/)
- [Lapidary - Beginning](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/series/lapidary-beginning/)
- [Open House](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/series/open-house-5/)
- [Open House](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/series/open-house-4/)
- [Open House](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/series/open-house-3/)
- [Open House](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/series/open-house-2/)
- [Open House](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/series/open-house/)

## Event Categories

- [Open House](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/eventscalendar/category/open-house-times/) - All Open House Dates
- [Classes](https://renogemandmineralsociety.org/eventscalendar/category/classes/) - All classes available at RGMS