This is a wonderful resource for Illinois rock lovers! Visit the Illinois State Geological Survey to learn more about the many locations in Illinois to collect minerals and view mineral formations. Also to learn about the geological history of the state.
There are field trips to take and among the books to purchase is one called Guide to Rocks and Minerals of Illinois. This photo is from their book and was taken at Starved Rock.
Each state has a similar organization.
I found what i believe is 16 lb ROSE QUARTZ ROCK while walking in the woods. i would like to know who or where I could take it to learn more about it.
Hello Richard. That’s lovely – rose quartz is such a wonderful stone for creating a loving and compassionate energy in a space. It is a very common stone and if you need confirmation, you can take it or a photo of it into any good jewelry store or rock shop and they will let you know. You can also google rose quartz and learn more about its mineral and metaphysical qualities, plus see hundreds of images of rose quartz to match your specimen too. It is not an expensive stone, so it is not something for you to sell…more for you to appreciate as part of your own personal collection. Atala