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Field Trip - Plush, Oregon Sunstone Hunting


Event Title: OAMS Field Trip – Plush, Oregon Sunstone Hunting

Dates: Saturday & Sunday, June 14–15, 2025

Location: Plush, Oregon (Oregon Sunstone Public Collection Area)

Description:

OAMS members are invited to join a weekend expedition to the Oregon Sunstone Public Collection Area near Plush, Oregon. This high-desert site is home to Oregon’s official state gemstone and offers free public collecting.

  • Hunt for beautiful Oregon sunstones, known for their copper sparkle and range of colors

  • Explore both surface collecting and optional nearby fee-dig sites for higher-quality material

  • Learn collecting tips, tool use, and how to spot sunstones in the wild

What to Bring:

  • Rock hammer, chisels, gloves, safety glasses

  • Water, food, sun protection, and weather-appropriate clothing

  • Buckets or collecting bags; optional screens or digging tools

  • GPS or printed maps (cell service is limited)

Notes:

  • Remote location with rough roads—high-clearance vehicles recommended

  • Basic facilities (pit toilet and picnic tables); no water on site

  • Camping allowed in the public area; nearby fee sites may offer lodging or additional services

  • This trip is open to OAMS members only

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