OAMS Calendar of Events
Society Meetings:
1st and 3rd Fridays of each Month (except July and Dec)
Doors open at 6:30 PM Meeting starts at 7:00PM
Upcoming Events
OAMS Business Meeting
OAMS Business Meetings are held on the first Friday of every month and are open to all members and guests. These meetings cover important club updates, event planning, and other society business. We often feature guest speakers, educational presentations, or member show-and-tells focused on rocks, minerals, fossils, and lapidary arts. It’s a great way to stay involved and informed about what’s happening at OAMS.
OAMS Activities Night
OAMS Activities Nights take place on the third Friday of every month and offer a relaxed, hands-on way to connect with fellow rockhounds. These meetings feature interactive projects, educational demos, and opportunities to explore topics like lapidary techniques, fossil prep, mineral ID, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just getting started, Activities Night is a fun and welcoming space to learn and share. Guests are always welcome!
OAMS Business Meeting
OAMS Business Meetings are held on the first Friday of every month and are open to all members and guests. These meetings cover important club updates, event planning, and other society business. We often feature guest speakers, educational presentations, or member show-and-tells focused on rocks, minerals, fossils, and lapidary arts. It’s a great way to stay involved and informed about what’s happening at OAMS.
OAMS Activities Night
OAMS Activities Nights take place on the third Friday of every month and offer a relaxed, hands-on way to connect with fellow rockhounds. These meetings feature interactive projects, educational demos, and opportunities to explore topics like lapidary techniques, fossil prep, mineral ID, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just getting started, Activities Night is a fun and welcoming space to learn and share. Guests are always welcome!
OAMS Business Meeting
OAMS Business Meetings are held on the first Friday of every month and are open to all members and guests. These meetings cover important club updates, event planning, and other society business. We often feature guest speakers, educational presentations, or member show-and-tells focused on rocks, minerals, fossils, and lapidary arts. It’s a great way to stay involved and informed about what’s happening at OAMS.
OAMS Activities Night
OAMS Activities Nights take place on the third Friday of every month and offer a relaxed, hands-on way to connect with fellow rockhounds. These meetings feature interactive projects, educational demos, and opportunities to explore topics like lapidary techniques, fossil prep, mineral ID, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just getting started, Activities Night is a fun and welcoming space to learn and share. Guests are always welcome!
OAMS Activities Night
OAMS Activities Nights take place on the third Friday of every month and offer a relaxed, hands-on way to connect with fellow rockhounds. These meetings feature interactive projects, educational demos, and opportunities to explore topics like lapidary techniques, fossil prep, mineral ID, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just getting started, Activities Night is a fun and welcoming space to learn and share. Guests are always welcome!
OAMS Business Meeting
OAMS Business Meetings are held on the first Friday of every month and are open to all members and guests. These meetings cover important club updates, event planning, and other society business. We often feature guest speakers, educational presentations, or member show-and-tells focused on rocks, minerals, fossils, and lapidary arts. It’s a great way to stay involved and informed about what’s happening at OAMS.
Oregon Agate and Mineral Society’s 75th Annual Agate & Mineral Show
Celebrate 75 years with the Oregon Agate and Mineral Society at our Diamond Jubilee Agate & Mineral Show, featuring agates, minerals, fossils, handcrafted jewelry, live lapidary demonstrations, exhibits, and family-friendly activities for all ages.
Oregon Agate and Mineral Society’s 75th Annual Agate & Mineral Show
Celebrate 75 years with the Oregon Agate and Mineral Society at our Diamond Jubilee Agate & Mineral Show, featuring agates, minerals, fossils, handcrafted jewelry, live lapidary demonstrations, exhibits, and family-friendly activities for all ages.
Oregon Agate and Mineral Society’s 75th Annual Agate & Mineral Show
Celebrate 75 years with the Oregon Agate and Mineral Society at our Diamond Jubilee Agate & Mineral Show, featuring agates, minerals, fossils, handcrafted jewelry, live lapidary demonstrations, exhibits, and family-friendly activities for all ages.
OAMS Activities Night
OAMS Activities Nights take place on the third Friday of every month and offer a relaxed, hands-on way to connect with fellow rockhounds. These meetings feature interactive projects, educational demos, and opportunities to explore topics like lapidary techniques, fossil prep, mineral ID, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just getting started, Activities Night is a fun and welcoming space to learn and share. Guests are always welcome!
OAMS Business Meeting
OAMS Business Meetings are held on the first Friday of every month and are open to all members and guests. These meetings cover important club updates, event planning, and other society business. We often feature guest speakers, educational presentations, or member show-and-tells focused on rocks, minerals, fossils, and lapidary arts. It’s a great way to stay involved and informed about what’s happening at OAMS.
OAMS Activities Night
OAMS Activities Nights take place on the third Friday of every month and offer a relaxed, hands-on way to connect with fellow rockhounds. These meetings feature interactive projects, educational demos, and opportunities to explore topics like lapidary techniques, fossil prep, mineral ID, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just getting started, Activities Night is a fun and welcoming space to learn and share. Guests are always welcome!
OAMS Business Meeting
OAMS Business Meetings are held on the first Friday of every month and are open to all members and guests. These meetings cover important club updates, event planning, and other society business. We often feature guest speakers, educational presentations, or member show-and-tells focused on rocks, minerals, fossils, and lapidary arts. It’s a great way to stay involved and informed about what’s happening at OAMS.
OAMS Activities Night
OAMS Activities Nights take place on the third Friday of every month and offer a relaxed, hands-on way to connect with fellow rockhounds. These meetings feature interactive projects, educational demos, and opportunities to explore topics like lapidary techniques, fossil prep, mineral ID, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just getting started, Activities Night is a fun and welcoming space to learn and share. Guests are always welcome!
OAMS Business Meeting
OAMS Business Meetings are held on the first Friday of every month and are open to all members and guests. These meetings cover important club updates, event planning, and other society business. We often feature guest speakers, educational presentations, or member show-and-tells focused on rocks, minerals, fossils, and lapidary arts. It’s a great way to stay involved and informed about what’s happening at OAMS.
OAMS Activities Night
OAMS Activities Nights take place on the third Friday of every month and offer a relaxed, hands-on way to connect with fellow rockhounds. These meetings feature interactive projects, educational demos, and opportunities to explore topics like lapidary techniques, fossil prep, mineral ID, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just getting started, Activities Night is a fun and welcoming space to learn and share. Guests are always welcome!
Local Club Show: Marysville Rock and Gem Club present: 49th Annual “Rocktoberfest” Gem and Mineral Show
October 4th & 5th, 2025
Marysville Rock and Gem Club present: 49th Annual “Rocktoberfest” Gem and Mineral Show
OAMS Business Meeting
OAMS Business Meetings are held on the first Friday of every month and are open to all members and guests. These meetings cover important club updates, event planning, and other society business. We often feature guest speakers, educational presentations, or member show-and-tells focused on rocks, minerals, fossils, and lapidary arts. It’s a great way to stay involved and informed about what’s happening at OAMS.
Local Club Show: Portland Regional Gem and Mineral 44th Annual Show
October 3rd, 4th & 5th, 2025
Portland Regional Gem and Mineral 44th Annual Show
Field Trip: Zinc Creek Carnelian, Jasper & Boulder Creek Pyrite
OAMS members are invited to a fall excursion to Zinc Creek, a well-regarded locale for finding deep red carnelian, muted-toned jasper, and glimmering pyrite near Boulder Creek. This trip combines specimen-hunting with scenic creekside exploration.
OAMS Activities Night
OAMS Activities Nights take place on the third Friday of every month and offer a relaxed, hands-on way to connect with fellow rockhounds. These meetings feature interactive projects, educational demos, and opportunities to explore topics like lapidary techniques, fossil prep, mineral ID, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just getting started, Activities Night is a fun and welcoming space to learn and share. Guests are always welcome!
Local Club Show: Southern Washington Mineralogical Society Annual Show
September 6th & 7th 2025
Southern Washington Mineralogical Society Annual Show
OAMS Business Meeting
Join us for a special presentation by Dr. John Bershaw, Geology Science Chair at Portland State University. Dr. Bershaw is a Paleoclimatologist, and he’ll be sharing insights from his fascinating research into ancient climates. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the region’s leading geoscientists!
87th Anniversary Northwest Federation of Mineralogical Societies Show & Convention 2025
Join the excitement this September in Walla Walla for the NFMS Convention, held alongside the Annual Gem Show. It’s the perfect time to visit, with the city buzzing from multiple events, including a classic Car Show, an Aviation Show, and the Fall Wine Release. Make your travel plans early, as this is one of the most vibrant weeks of the year!
OAMS Activities Night
OAMS Activities Nights take place on the third Friday of every month and offer a relaxed, hands-on way to connect with fellow rockhounds. These meetings feature interactive projects, educational demos, and opportunities to explore topics like lapidary techniques, fossil prep, mineral ID, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just getting started, Activities Night is a fun and welcoming space to learn and share. Guests are always welcome!
Field Trip: Little Naches Blue Agate Thundereggs
OAMS members are invited to a weekend dig at Little Naches, a well-known site for collecting blue agate-filled thundereggs. These distinctive nodules often contain chalcedony, banded agate, and crystal-lined cavities, making them a favorite among rockhounds.
OAMS Business Meeting
OAMS Business Meetings are held on the first Friday of every month and are open to all members and guests. These meetings cover important club updates, event planning, and other society business. We often feature guest speakers, educational presentations, or member show-and-tells focused on rocks, minerals, fossils, and lapidary arts. It’s a great way to stay involved and informed about what’s happening at OAMS.
Field Trip: Yachats Agates and Jaspers
OAMS members are invited to join us for a beachcombing adventure in Yachats, Oregon, where we’ll be searching the shoreline for agates and jaspers during the morning low tide. This is a beginner-friendly trip perfect for rockhounds of all experience levels.
Local Club Show: Washington Agate and Mineral Society
Washington Agate and Mineral Society – WAMS, Olympia: “2025 Rock Rendezvous”
In association with the city of Tenino and, “Oregon Trail Days”
OAMS Summer Picnic
Join us for a summer celebration exclusively for OAMS members! We’ll be gathering at the beautiful Rice Museum grounds for a catered BBQ feast, live music, and good company.
Menu highlights: ribs, brisket, burnt ends, cornbread, coleslaw, and more. Feel free to bring a favorite side dish to share!
Schedule:
11:00 AM – Set-up
4:00 PM – Clean-up complete
Important: This event is open to paid dues OAMS members only. No guests, please.
Field Trip: Red Top Mountain
Join fellow OAMS members for an exciting weekend adventure at Red Top Mountain, a renowned spot for agates, geodes, and quartz specimens:
Field Trip: Yachats Beach Agates & Chalcedonies
Join OAMS members for a beautiful coastal outing to Yachats Beach, known for its rich gravel beds full of sagenitic agates, chalcedonies, and jasper. This trip offers a great mix of beachcombing, geology, and community fun.
Society Meeting (Activities Night)
OAMS Activities Nights take place on the third Friday of every month and offer a relaxed, hands-on way to connect with fellow rockhounds. These meetings feature interactive projects, educational demos, and opportunities to explore topics like lapidary techniques, fossil prep, mineral ID, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just getting started, Activities Night is a fun and welcoming space to learn and share. Guests are always welcome!