LET’S BEGIN YOUR ROCKHOUNDING JOURNEY.

Membership

Membership in the Oregon Agate and Mineral Society offers exceptional value for anyone interested in rocks, minerals, and earth sciences. For a modest annual fee, members gain access to hands-on learning, exclusive events, and benefits that often pay for themselves many times over. It’s about curiosity, community, and discovery, at every age and experience level.

Family: $20.00 Couples: $18.00

Singles: $12.00

Member Benefits

Juniors Earth Sciences Program (Ages 6–17)

Inspire the next generation of rockhounds with a hands-on earth sciences program designed especially for kids and teens. Young members learn about geology, minerals, fossils, and the natural world in a fun, supportive environment.

Members-Only Rock and Mineral Auctions

Get access to two exclusive auctions each year featuring quality specimens, slabs, tools, and treasures.

Organized Field Trips and Rockhounding Digs

Join experienced collectors on guided field trips to some of the region’s best rockhounding locations. These outings are educational, social, and a highlight for many members.

Lapidary and Rock Cutting Classes

Learn the art and science of turning rough stone into something beautiful. Members can participate in lapidary workshops covering cutting, shaping, and polishing techniques.

Rock and Mineral Identification

Not sure what you found? Our knowledgeable members and experts help identify rocks, minerals, and fossils, turning mystery finds into learning moments.

Free General Admission to Local Museums

Enjoy reciprocal membership benefits with:

Members receive free general admission, making it easy to keep learning and exploring year-round.

Earth Sciences Guest Speakers

Hear from geologists, collectors, researchers, and educators who share fascinating insights into earth sciences, field discoveries, and specialized topics.

Want More Info?

You can email us at OAMSRocks@gmail.com or come and visit us. We meet twice a month on the first and third Fridays of each month, with the exception of July when we take time to enjoy a members only picnic, and December when we take time to congratulate our Board members, Delegates, Advisors, Directors, Representatives and Chairman. View our calendar here.

Doors Open at 6:30 P.M. Meetings start at 7:00 P.M.

We meet at: Powellhurst Baptist Church

3435 S.E. 112th Ave.

Portland, OR. 97266

It all begins with an idea.

Maybe you want to learn how to make a cabochon. Maybe you want to cut open a thunderegg or just learn how to polish stones you find along your walks and want to share them with the world. Whatever your idea is, come and share it with others who share your love of rocks.