*In partnership with the Georgia Mineral Society Micromount Section (GMSMS)
Bring your microscopes and enjoy a four-day event learning about and viewing microminerals – crystals that are too small to see with the naked eye, but whose beauty are revealed through a microscope. The event includes time looking at microcrystals, meeting with fellow micromounters, listening to lectures by top micro-mineralogists, a workshop on preparing and photographing microminerals, and going on field trips to two* of the Southeast’s top micromineral localities.
Advance registration required. Recommended for ages 8+ with a working knowledge of geology, mineralogy, and microscopy.
Prepaid registration is required by noon on Monday, November 3, 2025. Registration includes Friday field trip; continental breakfast, symposium lectures, microscope time, and lunch buffet on Saturday; and Sunday workshops. Monday field trip is at an additional cost and requires symposium registration.
Tellus and GMS Members: $30
Non-Members: $50
*Optional Monday field trip add-on: $25 (Must be registered for the Symposium, details will be provided after registration.)
Microscope Rental: $10 (Limited supply)
FRIDAY 11.07, 9 AM - 2 PM: FIELD TRIP TO THE RED OAK QUARRY
Directions will be sent to registered participants only.
SATURDAY 11.08, 9 AM - 8 PM: GATHERING + SYMPOSIUM
Includes breakfast, lunch, and lectures.
SUNDAY 11.09, 10 AM - 2 PM: WORKSHOP
MONDAY 11.10*, 9 AM - 2 PM: FIELD TRIP TO INDIAN MOUNTAIN
Requires Symposium registration. Directions will be sent to registered participants only.
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