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\"10865989_826700477387153_2508110628702430076_o\"<\/a>Go for a walk in almost any location and chances are you will see rock and stone of some sort.\u00a0 All stones have a unique beauty and energy.\u00a0 Many people find themselves mysteriously drawn to them and there are many types of rock art, furniture, and d\u00e9cor items sold every day.\u00a0 Stone is a grounding force that alters the energy of the environment.\u00a0 It is used in practices like Feng Shui <\/a>to help guide and stabilize energies within the home and work space. Whether you gather garden variety stones or learn how to seek out semi-precious varieties, stone collecting is a rewarding hobby.\u00a0 Collected stones can be used for many things from art projects to beautiful rock gardens. Semi-precious and rare stones are often found in their rough form as parts of larger rocks.\u00a0 Learning about different gemstones and where they are found can turn your next nature walk into an adventure.\u00a0 If you choose to explore for stones, be sure you have the proper gear.\u00a0 Bring hiking boots or waders depending on the terrain.\u00a0 You’ll also want to carry an identification guide, magnifying glass, a rock pick or Geologist’s hammer, a small shovel, brush and a bag. The first step is to list and identify the types of minerals and stones native to the area you are exploring. Once you have this list, purchase a guide or do some image searches for raw specimens.\u00a0 Look at several samples to have a better idea of what to search for. Next, find a place to go rock hunting.\u00a0 In some states, there are businesses that allow you to search and keep anything you find.\u00a0 Otherwise, just ensure the places you are searching are legal.\u00a0 Never take stones or any materials from protected lands like state or national parks.\u00a0 This can land you in a lot of trouble with steep fines. Once you have a good location secured, grab your gear and head out.\u00a0 When you find potential specimens clean them off as well as possible and use your magnifying glass to look for identifying markers.\u00a0 Use your pick to grab small samples of larger rocks. Whether you are seeking out stones in nature, or are simply going through a batch of mixed stones you’ve purchased, a good visual aid is the best tool for identifying semi-precious stones<\/a>.\u00a0 Many look very similar in coloring and texture so it can be difficult to correctly identify them without a geological reference.\u00a0 Even experienced gemologists and geologists rely on guides.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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